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Heated seats (if equipped)

To operate the heated seats:

•

Slide the control to BACK to heat
the seatback only.

•

Slide the control to BOTH to heat
the seatback and the seat
cushion.

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Rotate the thumbwheel to select
the desired heat (from 0 (OFF)
to 5 (HI)). Allow five minutes for
the heat level to stabilize.

If the heated seat switch is not
turned OFF, the seat will heat up to
the selected temperature level each
time the vehicle is started.

Using the power lumbar support

The power lumbar control is located
on the outboard side of the seat.

Press one side of the control to
adjust firmness.

Press the other side of the control
to adjust softness.

SAFETY RESTRAINTS

Safety restraints precautions

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap
belt snug and low across the hips.

To prevent the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they
can be properly restrained.

EXT

OFF

MAX

A/C

AUTO

FRONT

REAR

OFF

BACK

BOTH

BACK

HEATED

SEATS

OFF

Seating and safety restraints

Содержание 1998 Continental

Страница 1: ...nce and care 126 Capacities and specifications 160 Reporting safety defects 166 Index 167 All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company Copyright r 1997 Ford Motor Company Contents 1 ...

Страница 2: ... risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others your vehicle and its equipment BREAKING IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no particular breaking in rules for your vehicle During the first 1 600 km 1 000 miles of driving vary speeds frequently This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in If possible you should avoid full use of the brakes for the first 1 600 km 1 000 miles...

Страница 3: ...Instrumentation 3 ...

Страница 4: ...TURN ON HEAD LAMPS 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 0 20 60 80 100 120 0 20 40 60 100 120 140 160 180 200 40 OFF HI LO P 0FF LIGHTS AUTO LAMP SRS Headlamp control pg 26 Turn signal and wiper washer control pg 35 Instrument cluster pg 6 Driver air bag pg 80 Speed control pg 36 Instrument panel dimmer switch pg 27 Auto lamp pg 27 Instrumentation 4 ...

Страница 5: ...2 COMP SHUFF EXT OFF MAX A C CD EJ RDS SCAN AUTO AUTO 1 2 3 4 5 6 FRONT REAR BASS TREB SEL BAL FADE HI HI OFF OFF BACK BOTH BOTH BACK 0 0 HEATED SEATS Electronic sound system control pg 35 Message Center pg 12 Clock pg 33 Electronic sound system refer to Audio Guide pg 33 Climate control systems pg 27 Heated seat control pg 73 Climate controls pg 36 if equipped Instrumentation 5 ...

Страница 6: ... systems may be malfunctioning The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require towing What you should do if the Service Engine Soon light illuminates Light turns on solid This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction Temporary malfunctions may cause your Service Engine Soon light to illuminate Examples are...

Страница 7: ...ve your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity Under engine misfire conditions excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter the fuel system interior floor coverings or other vehicle components possibly causing a fire Air bag readiness Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON If the light fails to illuminate continues to flash or remains on have the...

Страница 8: ...or a burned out turn signal bulb Refer to Exterior bulbs in the Maintenance and care chapter High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on Turn on headlamps Illuminates to remind the driver to turn the headlamps on when the daytime running lamps are on the autolamps are off the autolamp sensor determines it is nighttime Charging system Momentarily illuminates when the ignition ...

Страница 9: ...ter Safety belt warning chime Chimes to remind you to fasten your safety belts For information on the safety belt warning chime refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter Supplemental restraint system SRS warning chime For information on the SRS warning chime refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter Key in ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the ...

Страница 10: ... will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed Odometer The odometer is located in the message center It registers the total kilometers miles of the vehicle Pressing the E M control will alternate between English miles and Metric kilometers measurements 80 MPH km h ABS P BRAKE RPMx1000 N O R M T C OFF C H E F FILL ON RIGHT SERVICE...

Страница 11: ...t enters the red section the engine is overheating Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible switch off the engine immediately and let the engine cool Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine is running or hot This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant not the coolant level If the coolant is not at its prop...

Страница 12: ...se controls However the message center will display the appropriate warning message if it detects a warning from any of the monitored systems If you have a vehicle with the Driver Select System you have a DRIVER ID control in place of the E M control Refer to DRIVER ID if equipped for DRIVER ID control information Refer to E M if equipped for E M control information Operator selectable features Th...

Страница 13: ...message can only be reset by closing the door s If the RESET control is pressed PLEASE CLOSE DOOR will be displayed trunk closed exterior lamps front turn brake and tail fuel level distance to empty traction control ride control System warnings System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle s operating systems The message center will display the last selected featur...

Страница 14: ...Assist Low Washer Fluid Air Leveling Disabled Tail Lamp Out Check FRT Turn Lamps Turn on Headlamps Warning messages that have been reset are divided into two categories They will reappear on the display ten minutes from the reset They will not reappear until an ignition OFF ON cycle has been completed This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle TRIP Press t...

Страница 15: ...t the same as the average fuel economy display The running average fuel economy is based on more than 800 kilometers 500 miles of driving history and is reinitialized if the battery is disconnected If the FUEL LEVEL ERROR message is displayed there is a problem with the fuel indication system and you should contact your dealer for service as soon as possible E M if equipped Press this control to s...

Страница 16: ...justed on vehicles not equipped with the Driver Select System Press this control a second time to adjust the STEERING EFFORT SETTINGS between NORMAL LOW and HIGH Press the SELECT control to change these settings while in VEHICLE HANDLING mode The combination of firm ride control if equipped and low steering effort is undesirable and cannot be selected MENU Press this control to change various conv...

Страница 17: ...d vehicle with Memory Profile System setting may be saved to either the Driver 1 or 2 personalized profiles or as a vehicle setting Settings ON or OFF Original setting ON Setting adjustment is made using the message center MENU SELECT controls Horn chirp Standard vehicle setting is saved as vehicle setting only not the Driver 1 or 2 individualized profiles Standard vehicle with Memory Profile Syst...

Страница 18: ... the message center MENU SELECT controls Adjustable ride Standard vehicle not available Standard vehicle with Memory Profile System setting may be saved to either the Driver 1 or 2 personalized profiles or as a vehicle setting Settings plush normal or firm Original setting normal Setting adjustment is made using the message center VEHICLE HANDLING SELECT controls Adjustable steering Standard vehic...

Страница 19: ...ing Settings 8 way adjustment Original setting N A Setting adjustment is made using the driver seat control Outside mirror position Setting may be saved to either the Driver 1 or 2 personalized profiles or as a vehicle setting Settings horizontal and vertical Original setting N A Setting adjustment is made using the outside mirror control DRIVER PROFILE SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The Driver profile System...

Страница 20: ... of the doors Test the programmed codes by entering them and verifying the driver s door unlocks Press 7 8 and 9 0 simultaneously to lock all of the doors Repeat for other codes as required The Message Center System The Message Center is used to display Driver Profile messages and warning and program many of the Driver Profile System features Press the following controls for desired programming Th...

Страница 21: ...RIVER MEMORY 1 or 2 individualized profiles Standard vehicle with Memory Profile System setting may be saved to either the DRIVER MEMORY 1 or 2 personalized profiles or as a vehicle setting Settings ON or OFF Original setting ON Setting adjustment made using Message Center MENU SELECT controls Horn chirp Standard vehicle setting is saved as vehicle setting only not the DRIVER MEMORY 1 or 2 individ...

Страница 22: ...andard vehicle with Memory Profile System setting may be saved to either the DRIVER MEMORY 1 or 2 personalized profiles or as a vehicle setting Settings ON or OFF Original setting ON Setting adjustment made using Message Center MENU SELECT controls Adjustable ride Standard vehicle not available Standard vehicle with Memory Profile System setting may be saved to either the DRIVER MEMORY 1 or 2 pers...

Страница 23: ...d vehicle with Memory Profile System setting may be saved to either the DRIVER MEMORY 1 or 2 personalized profiles or as a vehicle setting Settings variable Original setting maxium Setting adjustment made using Lighting Control Module panel dim control Driver s seat position Standard vehicle setting may be saved to either the DRIVER MEMORY 1 or 2 personalized profiles or as a vehicle setting Stand...

Страница 24: ...ing personalized codes see Keyless entry system in this section Pressing OFF will turn the system off Once the system has identified the driver DRIVER MEMORY 1 or DRIVER MEMORY 2 the seat and mirror will automatically begin to move to that driver profile Changes made to the seat or mirror positions will automatically be saved to that profile If the driver should enter the vehicle without first ide...

Страница 25: ... dim control Driver s seat position Outside mirror position Basic Operation of the Driver Profile System with Memory Profile System is the same with the added option of being able to identify who is driving the vehicle by using the Message Center controls Refer to Message Center in the Instrumentation chapter for more information on the Message Center controls The Message Center has a Driver ID co...

Страница 26: ... a reduced output To activate the engine must be running the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position The Daytime Running Light DRL system will not illuminate the tail lamps and parking lamps Turn on your headlamps at dusk Failure to do so may result in a collision High beams Push forward to activate Flash to pass Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate OFF P OFF HI L...

Страница 27: ... displayed in the message center The system can be set to provide light for up to three minutes after you turn the ignition OFF To turn autolamps off push the control down toward OFF CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Electronic Automatic Temperature Control EATC system The EATC system will maintain a selected temperature and automatically control airflow You can override automatic operation with any of the o...

Страница 28: ...teering wheel controls if equipped are pressed When in AUTO and weather conditions require heat air will be sent to the floor However if the engine is not warm enough to provide heat the fan will not operate In 3 minutes or less the fan speed will start to increase and the airflow location will change to the floor area If unusual conditions exist i e window fogging etc the manual override controls...

Страница 29: ...e temperature control Temperature conversion Press MAX A C and FRONT at the same time for one second to switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius Your vehicle has an English Metric E M control to change your electronic message center display from English to Metric This control will also change the temperature display Refer to Electronic Message Center in the Instrumentation chapter Fan speed When AUTO...

Страница 30: ... you have stopped the vehicle Under normal conditions your vehicle s climate control system should be left in any position other than MAX A C or OFF when the vehicle is parked This allows the vehicle to breathe through the outside air inlet duct MAX A C Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle The temperature will display 16 C 60 F To exit press AUTOMATIC or any other override controls MAX A C is...

Страница 31: ...F or higher the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to prevent fogging FRONT Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield If the outside air temperature is about 10 C 50 F or higher the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to prevent fogging OFF Outside air is shut out and the fan will not o...

Страница 32: ...y snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the bottom of the windshield If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during hot weather the air conditioner will do a much faster job of cooling if you drive for two or three minutes with the windows open This will force most of the hot stale air out of the vehicle Then operate the air conditioner as you would normally If the air con...

Страница 33: ...defroster The defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes or when the ignition is turned to the OFF position To manually turn off the defroster before ten minutes have passed push the control again CLOCK IF EQUIPPED Press to increase the time displayed Press to decrease the time displayed AUDIO SYSTEM Refer to the Audio Guide for instructions on how to operate the audio system FRONT REAR N ...

Страница 34: ...ld wiper control to the desired interval low or high speed position The bars of varying length are for intermittent wipers When in this position rotate the control upward for fast intervals and downward for slow intervals Push the control on the end of the stalk to activate washer Push and hold for a longer wash cycle Windshield wiper washer features The exterior lamps will illuminate when the ign...

Страница 35: ...ending on the direction of the turn The flash rate of the turn signal will speed up considerably if the Lighting Control Module detects a left or right turn lamp bulb front or rear is burned out STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED Radio control features Press MEM NEXT to select a preset station from memory Press BAND MODE to select AM FM1 FM2 TAPE or CD if equipped Press VOL up or down to adjust t...

Страница 36: ...d control on Press ON Vehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is traveling at or above 48 km h 30 mph When the ON control is pressed the message SPEED CONTROL READY will appear for 5 seconds in your message center Or if the speed control is already ON and SET the message SPEED CONTROL SET will appear for 5 seconds in your message center Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or...

Страница 37: ... your message center If you drive up or down a steep hill your vehicle speed may vary momentarily slower or faster than the set speed This is normal Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it increases above the set speed on a downhill If your vehicle speed is faster than the set speed while driving on a downhill you may want to shift to the next lower gear or apply the brakes to reduce y...

Страница 38: ...CC SET ACCEL When the SET ACCEL control is pressed and released the message SPEED CONTROL SET will appear for 5 seconds in your message center You can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speed control usage Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle to the previously programmed set speed To set a lower set speed Press and hold CST COAST Release the control when t...

Страница 39: ... Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed Press the OFF control Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed When the OFF control is pressed the message SPEED CONTROL OFF will appear for 5 seconds in your message center To return to a previously set speed Press RES RSM RESUME For RES RSM RESUME to operate the vehicle speed must be faster than ...

Страница 40: ...ed position then release the control Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving INTERIOR LAMPS Map lamps To turn on the map lamps press the control next to each lamp If equipped with a moon roof the map lamps are located on the rearview mirror Press the control next to the map lamp to illuminate the lamp AUTO Controls and features 40 ...

Страница 41: ... console will illuminate briefly If a problem is detected during the self check the light will remain lit and the message RESCU FAILURE will be displayed on the vehicle s message center for several seconds If the warning light fails to briefly illuminate when you start your vehicle or if it remains lit have your Lincoln RESCU System checked by an authorized dealer as soon as possible Your system m...

Страница 42: ...lash and status messages are displayed on the vehicle s message center messages can only be displayed when the key is in the RUN START position The vehicle s cellular phone automatically places a call to a 24 hour emergency response center When contact is made the vehicle sends an electronic data message to the response center s computer This data message includes latitude and longitude coordinate...

Страница 43: ...tain of their location and or are uncertain of who to contact for assistance The Lincoln RESCU system utilizes Global Positioning System GPS technology and the nation s cellular phone network to track vehicle location and at the touch of a control put you in voice contact with the Lincoln Security Response Center Two controls in the overhead console will activate the system An Information icon is ...

Страница 44: ...ncy assistance is required This feature should be used if you have been involved in an accident to report a crime or fire when medical attention is required to receive assistance in an emergency situation When this control is pressed the Lincoln Security Response Center relays details of your situation and your location to the United States Auto Club USAC via three way phone call The response cent...

Страница 45: ...message center will not be available in this situation Cellular phone interface The cellular phone must be connected to the vehicle and activated for the system to work During an activation Lincoln RESCU takes control of the vehicle s cellular phone If the phone is in use the call will be terminated and the Lincoln Security Response Center will automatically be dialed The cellular handset becomes ...

Страница 46: ...ow oil door ajar etc they must be cleared in order to view the Lincoln RESCU messages To clear the vehicle messages press the message center RESET control which is located to the right of the display Continue pressing the control until all messages are cleared Automatic redial As described previously when an assistance request is made the vehicle s cellular phone automatically dials the Lincoln Se...

Страница 47: ... LOCATION DATA and DATA RECEIVED will be respectively displayed on the message center After the data retransmission is complete voice communication will be restored and the CID LAT LON and HDG message will again alternately toggle on the message center display Global positioning system Vehicle location is continuously updated via Global Positioning System GPS technology GPS was developed by the U ...

Страница 48: ...hese conditions the system will operate but the response center could have difficulty identifying your current location The last valid position obtained before the obstruction is retained however and will be sent The operator may depend on you to provide verbal information regarding vehicle location Positioning capability temporarily degraded after battery reconnect When your vehicle is started th...

Страница 49: ...EASE WAIT will alternately be displayed on the message center If after several attempts a cellular channel cannot be acquired the message UNABLE TO PLACE CALL will be displayed the assistance request will be terminated and the phone will return to its normal operating mode Incompatible with cellular PIN feature Some cellular carriers offer custom phone numbers that are assigned a personal identifi...

Страница 50: ...a credit card number before your call is processed If an activation occurs in this situation the initial call will be terminated and a second call which bypasses the response center s computer will be placed Unlike during the first call attempt your cellular handset will not be locked during the second call so you will have the option of terminating the assistance request at any time by pushing ei...

Страница 51: ...dside or emergency occurs and the operator cannot establish voice communication police assistance will be dispatched to the vehicle Information regarding changing or retrieving lost passwords can be obtained by contacting the Lincoln Security Response Center at 1 800 334 1327 Acquaintance activations It is required that you initiate an acquaintance activation shortly after receiving your vehicle a...

Страница 52: ...F EQUIPPED To open the moon roof Press and hold the control forward to raise the moon roof to the vent position when the glass panel is closed Press the control rearward to fully open the moon roof To close the moon roof Press the control forward To close from the vent position press and hold the control rearward ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR To turn on the visor mirror lamps lift the mirror cover HOME...

Страница 53: ...nformation on this matter call toll free 1 800 355 3515 Programming 1 Prepare for programming the HomeLinkt Universal Transmitter by erasing all three of the factory default channels by holding down the two outside controls until the red light begins to flash 20 30 seconds Release both controls 2 Hold the end of your hand held transmitter against the HomeLinkt Universal Transmitter located on your...

Страница 54: ...two seconds You may have to repeat this function several times while programming Operating the HomeLinkT Universal Transmitter Once programmed the HomeLinkt Universal Transmitter can be used in place of hand held transmitters To operate simply press the appropriate channel control on the transmitter the red light will illuminate indicating the signal is being transmitted Training a rolling code sy...

Страница 55: ... the HomeLinkt Universal Transmitter has been trained to the receiver Erasing channels To erase all three programmed channels 1 Hold down the two outside controls until the red light begins to flash 2 Release both controls Channels cannot be erased individually but can be reprogrammed Refer to Programming for instructions ELECTRONIC COMPASS The compass reading may be affected when you drive near l...

Страница 56: ...r Refer to Compass zone adjustment Compass zone adjustment 1 Determine which magnetic zone you are in for your geographic location by referring to the zone map 2 Locate the compass module mounted at the base of mirror 3 Turn the ignition to the ON position 4 Insert an appropriate diameter rod paperclip into the right switch access hole underneath the compass module and gently press for 1 to 2 seco...

Страница 57: ...underneath the compass module 4 Gently press the switch for 1 to 2 seconds until CAL and a direction are displayed on the upper right corner of the mirror To exit CAL before performing a compass adjustment turn the ignition to OFF 5 Release pressure from the switch 6 Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle less than 5 km h 3 mph until the CAL indicator turns off This will take up to five circles to c...

Страница 58: ...cles equipped with a moonroof the automatic rear view mirror has two map lamps Refer to Interior lights for more information POWER DOOR LOCKS Press U to unlock all doors and L to lock all doors Smart locks With the key in the ignition in any switch position and either the driver s or passenger s door open the doors cannot be locked using the front door lock switches While the key is in the ignitio...

Страница 59: ...tch to open Pull the top portion of the rocker switch to close Express down To make the driver window open fully without holding the window control press the driver window control completely down and release quickly Depress again to stop window operation WINDOW LOCK WINDOW LOCK WINDOW LOCK Controls and features 59 ...

Страница 60: ... delay the window switches may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until any door is opened POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS The ignition must be in ACC or ON position to adjust the power side view mirrors To adjust your mirrors 1 Select L to adjust the left mirror or R to adjust the right mirror 2 Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the m...

Страница 61: ...lass and mirrors CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS When these locks are set the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors Move lock control up to enga...

Страница 62: ...lision Compact disc changer if equipped The compact disc changer is located inside the front center console For information on the compact disc changer refer to the Audio Guide Mini console if equipped The mini console is available in the six passenger vehicle only and consists of the beverage holder digital audio compact disc player if equipped ash receptacle cigar lighter knob and element Use on...

Страница 63: ... system will flash the headlamps and or parking lamps and the theft indicator lamp and will chirp the horn The system is ready to arm whenever the ignition is turned OFF Any of the following actions will prearm the alarm system Locking the doors with the remote transmitter doors opened or closed The horn will chirp to confirm that the control was pressed The horn chirp feature can be turned on off...

Страница 64: ...ovides an advanced level of vehicle theft protection Your vehicle s engine can only be started with the two special SecuriLocky electronically coded keys provided with your vehicle Each time you start your vehicle the SecuriLocky key is read by the SecuriLocky anti theft system If the SecuriLocky key identification code matches the code stored in the SecuriLocky anti theft system the vehicle s eng...

Страница 65: ...on in the OFF position Unlocking the doors Press this control to unlock the driver door The interior lamps will illuminate Press the control a second time within five seconds to unlock all doors Locking the doors Press this control to lock all doors The horn will chirp to confirm that the control was pressed The horn chirp feature can be turned on off by using the feature menu in the message cente...

Страница 66: ... subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Replacing the batteries The transmitter is powered ...

Страница 67: ...nsmitters up to four may be programmed To reprogram the transmitters 1 enter the 5 digit factory keycode and within 5 seconds press the 1 2 button 2 after the doors lock unlock press any button on all transmitters up to four 3 when completed press the 7 8 and 9 0 buttons on the keypad at the same time All transmitters must be reprogrammed at the same time Illuminated entry The interior lamps illum...

Страница 68: ...tes the keyless entry system You can also program your own 5 digit personal entry code The factory set code is located on the owner s wallet card in the glove compartment taped to the computer module in the interior of the trunk When pressing the controls on the keyless entry keypad press the middle of the buttons to ensure a good activation Programming your own entry code 1 Enter the factory set ...

Страница 69: ...asing personal code To erase all of the personal entry codes programmed to a vehicle 1 Enter the factory set code 2 Press 1 2 within 5 seconds of step 1 3 Press and hold 1 2 for two seconds All of the vehicle doors will lock and then unlock to confirm erasure Unlocking the doors and releasing the trunk with the keyless entry system To unlock the driver door enter either the factory set code or per...

Страница 70: ...me Autolock The autolock feature will lock all of the doors when all vehicle doors are fully closed the ignition key is turned to the ON position the vehicle is in a forward gear and you exceed 5 km h 3 mph The autolock feature repeats when the ignition key remains in the ON position a door is opened and then closed the vehicle is in a forward gear and you exceed 5 km h 3 mph The autolock feature ...

Страница 71: ... of each front door Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Press the control to recline the seatback forward or backward if equipped Seating and safety restraints 71 ...

Страница 72: ...Press to move the seat forward or backward Press to move the front portion of the seat cushion up or down Press to move the rear portion of the seat cushion up or down Seating and safety restraints 72 ...

Страница 73: ...ach time the vehicle is started Using the power lumbar support The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat Press one side of the control to adjust firmness Press the other side of the control to adjust softness SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips To prevent the risk o...

Страница 74: ...any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair 1 Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only Never wear the shoulder belt under ...

Страница 75: ...e driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply or the vehicle receives an impact of 8 km h 5 mph or more the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers Automatic locking mode In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt The automatic locking mode is not availa...

Страница 76: ...retract As the belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode Seating and safety restraints 76 ...

Страница 77: ...ight adjuster up Pull down on the height adjustment assembly to make sure it is locked in place Position the shoulder belt height adjuster so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision Lap belts Adjusting the lap belt The lap belt does not adjust a...

Страница 78: ... a safety belt extension assembly part number 611C22 Safety belt extension assemblies can be obtained from your dealer at no cost Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label Also use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended Do not use extensio...

Страница 79: ...s or cuts All safety belt assemblies including retractors buckles front seat belt buckle assemblies slide bar if equipped shoulder belt height adjusters if equipped child safety seat tether bracket assemblies if equipped and attaching hardware should be inspected after a collision Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced However if the co...

Страница 80: ...ehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when air bag SRS is provided RESUME SET ACCEL COAST OFF ON MEM BAND VOL TEMP FAN 80 MPH km h ABS P BRAKE RPMx1000 N O R M T C ACTIVE C H E F FILL ON RIGHT SERVICE ENGINE SOON AIR BAG ANTI THEFT 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 0 20 60 80 100 120 0 20 40 60 100 120 140 160 180 200 40 000000 0 SYSTEM DRIVER ID MENU TRIP RESET SELECT DISPLAY DTE E...

Страница 81: ...rmation on safety restraints in this guide Children should always wear their safety belts Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision Air bag can kill or injure a child in a child seat If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move seat all the way back How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work The SRS is designed to activat...

Страница 82: ...and must be replaced immediately If the air bag is not replaced the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision The SRS consists of driver and passenger air bag modules which include the inflators and air bags one or more impact and safing sensors a readiness light and tone and the electrical wiring which connects the components The diagnostic module monitors its own internal c...

Страница 83: ... BE disposed of by qualified personnel SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN Important child restraint precautions You are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the U S and Canada If small children ride in your vehicle generally children who are four years old or younger and who weigh 18 kg 40 lbs or less you must put them in safety seats made especially for children Check your local a...

Страница 84: ...n child safety seats Ford recommends use of a belt positioning booster seat that is labelled as conforming to all Federal motor vehicle safety standards Belt positioning booster seats raise the child and provide a shorter firmer seating cushion that encourages safer seating posture and better fit of lap and shoulder belts on the child A belt positioning booster should be used if the shoulder belt ...

Страница 85: ...of a child safety seat having a top tether strap Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capable of providing a tether anchorage For more information on top tether straps refer to Attaching safety seats with tether straps Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat p...

Страница 86: ...t together 3 While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted 4 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for that seating position until you hear and feel the latch engage Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it PRESS Seating and sa...

Страница 87: ...hile pushing down with your knee on the child seat 8 Allow the safety belt to retract to remove any slack in the belt 9 Before placing the child in the seat forcibly tilt the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place 10 Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode you should not be able to pull more belt out If th...

Страница 88: ...e sure that the seat is held securely in place If the child seat moves excessively repeat steps 5 through 6 or properly install the child seat in a different position Attaching safety seats with tether straps Some manufacturers make safety seats that include a tether strap that goes over the back of the vehicle seat and attaches to an anchoring point Other manufacturers offer the tether strap as a...

Страница 89: ...ight This cover conceals the tether strap anchor bracket To prevent damage to the hinge do not raise the hinged cover of the trim panel beyond its limit 2 Install the tether strap bracket located directly below the cover If the center seating position is not being used the cover should be kept closed for a neat appearance Seating and safety restraints 89 ...

Страница 90: ...ompartment and exhaust system which can start a fire Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas Exhaust fumes can be toxic Always open the garage door before you start the engine See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you sm...

Страница 91: ...he headlamps and vehicle accessories are off Make sure the parking brake is set Make sure the gearshift is in P Park 3 Turn the key to 4 ON without turning the key to 5 START BRAKE RELEASE HOOD 1 2 3 4 5 Starting 91 ...

Страница 92: ...n five seconds wait ten seconds and try again 3 If the engine does not start in two attempts or if the temperature is below 12 C 10 F depress the accelerator and start the engine while holding the accelerator down Release the accelerator when the engine starts 4 After idling for a few seconds apply the brake and release the parking brake 80 MPH km h ABS P BRAKE RPMx1000 N O R M T C OFF C H E F FIL...

Страница 93: ... the night before starting the vehicle To prevent electrical shock do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged cheater adapters Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and colorless carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect...

Страница 94: ... is stopped in an open area for long periods of time open the windows at least 2 5 cm one inch Adjust the heating or air conditioning if equipped to bring in fresh air Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of snow leaves and other debris Starting 94 ...

Страница 95: ...ipped with an anti lock braking system ABS a noise from the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the pedal may be observed during ABS braking events Pedal pulsation coupled with noise while braking under panic conditions or on loose gravel bumps wet or snowy roads is normal and indicates proper functioning of the vehicle s anti lock brake system If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder ...

Страница 96: ...ng brake with auto release Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is parked To set the parking brake 1 Move the gearshifter to P Park 2 Push pedal downward The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated when the ignition is turned ON until the parking brake is fully released Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P P...

Страница 97: ... and mechanical elements already present in the anti lock braking system ABS Wheel speed sensors allow excess front wheel spin to be detected by the Traction Controly portion of the ABS computer Any excessive wheel spin is controlled by automatically applying and releasing the front brakes in conjunction with engine torque reductions Engine torque reduction is realized via the fully electronic spa...

Страница 98: ...ing A limited Traction Controly function using only engine torque reduction will still control wheels from over spinning When the front brakes have cooled down the system will again function normally Anti lock braking is not affected by this condition and will function normally during the cool down period If a system fault is detected CHECK TRACTION CONTROL is displayed on the message center and y...

Страница 99: ... brake pedal is pressed If you cannot move the gearshift out of P Park with the brake pedal depressed 1 Apply the parking brake turn ignition key to LOCK then remove the key 2 Insert the key and turn it to OFF Apply the brake pedal and shift to N Neutral 3 Start the vehicle If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift it is possible that a fuse has blown and the vehicle s br...

Страница 100: ...verdrive gives the best fuel economy for normal driving conditions For manual control start in 1 First and then shift manually To put your vehicle in gear start the engine depress the brake pedal then move gearshift out of P Park Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift lever from position to position If you do not hold the brake pedal down your vehicle may move unexpectedly and inju...

Страница 101: ...move backward You should always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R Reverse N Neutral With the gearshift in the N Neutral position the vehicle can be started and is free to roll Hold the brake pedal down while in this position Driving 101 ...

Страница 102: ...at cruising speeds Overdrive may not be appropriate for certain terrains If the transaxle shifts back and forth between third and fourth gears while you are driving hilly roads or if your vehicle requires additional power for climbing hills shift into 3 Third When to use 3 Third 3 Third eliminates the needless shifting back and forth between third and fourth gears that your vehicle may do when dri...

Страница 103: ...t is running If you do not take these precautions your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone DRIVING THROUGH WATER Do not drive quickly through standing water especially if the depth is unknown Traction or brake capability may be limited and if the ignition system gets wet your engine may stall Water may also enter your engine s air intake and severely damage your engine If driving thro...

Страница 104: ...y Compliance Label on the driver s door pillar GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Maximum combined weight of towing vehicle including passengers and cargo and the trailer The GCWR indicates the maximum loaded weight that the vehicle is allowed to tow Maximum Trailer Weight Rating Maximum weight of a trailer the vehicle is permitted to tow The maximum trailer weight rating is determined by subtracti...

Страница 105: ...peed should not exceed 72 km h 45 mph when towing on grades Limit maximum gross trailer weight to 454 kg 1 000 lbs and maximum tongue load to 45 kg 100 lbs 1 when you are towing a trailer on steep hills or on moderate hills for distances longer than 8 km 5 miles or more and 2 on very hot days when the temperature is above 38 C 100 F Your vehicle does not come from the factory fully equipped to tow...

Страница 106: ...railer s safety chains to the vehicle To connect the trailer s safety chains cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners If you use a rental trailer follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to you Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual automatic or surge type brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer s specifications The...

Страница 107: ...e more frequent service intervals Refer to the Severe Duty Schedule in your Service Guide for more information Trailer towing tips Practice turning stopping and backing up in an area before starting on a trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination When turning make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer att...

Страница 108: ...ual improvement in fuel economy over the course of your vehicle s break in period approximately 1 600 kilometers 1 000 miles 1 Set the speed control Refer to Speed control in the Controls and features chapter 2 Press the Distance to Empty DTE Economy ECON control until Average Miles per Gallon is displayed 3 Press the RESET control to clear the system memory Actual highway fuel economy is now disp...

Страница 109: ...l system for leaks 3 If no fuel leak is apparent reset the fuel pump shut off switch by pushing in the button on the switch 4 Turn the ignition to the ON position Pause for a few seconds and return the key to the OFF position 5 Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system The fuel pump shut off switch is located behind an access door to the left of the driver s seat on the B pillar FUSES AND ...

Страница 110: ... amp Yellow 20 amp fuse link Light blue 25 amp Natural 30 amp Light green 30 amp fuse link Pink 40 amp fuse link Green 50 amp fuse link Red 60 amp fuse link Yellow 80 amp fuse link Black 100 amp fuse link Dark blue Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal Remove the panel cover to access the fuses To remove a fuse use...

Страница 111: ...1 2 3 4 5 7 8 9 10 11 17 13 14 15 16 19 20 21 25 26 27 28 29 31 30 36 6 12 18 24 32 33 34 35 37 38 39 40 41 22 23 Roadside emergencies 111 ...

Страница 112: ...Control Switch EATC Control Panel Message Center Switches Speed Control Switches Cigar Lighter Console and Ashtray 2 10A Data Link Connector DLC Powertrain Control Module PCM 3 15A Multi Function Switch Cornering Lamps High Beam and Turn Signal Input to LCM 4 10A Power Door Locks and Power Windows Switch Backlights Radio Mobile Telephone Transceiver Lighting Control Module RUN ACC Sense RESCU Elec...

Страница 113: ...t Cluster RF Park Turn Lamp 7 20A Power Point 8 20A Fuel Filler Door Release Switch Trunk Lid Relay 9 10A Air Bag Diagnostic Monitor EATC Module Blower Motor Relay 10 30A Windshield Wiper Motor Windshield Wiper Module 11 10A Ignition Coils Radio Interference Capacitor PCM Power Relay Passive Anti Theft System PATS Transceiver 12 10A Lighting Control Module Roadside emergencies 113 ...

Страница 114: ...5 10A ABS Evac and Fill Connector 16 30A Moonroof Switch 17 NOT USED 18 10A Lighting Control Module 19 10A Lighting Control Module LCM Left Headlamp DRL 20 15A Multi Function Switch Flash to Pass and Hazard Warning Input to LCM 21 NOT USED 22 NOT USED 23 10A Digital Transmission Range Sensor 24 10A Virtual Image Cluster LF Turn Indicator LF Turn Signal 25 10A Lighting Control Module LCM Right Head...

Страница 115: ... Seat Switch Assembly Low Tire Pressure Module 29 10A Radio 30 10A Heated Mirrors 31 15A Lighting Control Module LCM FCU Electronic Day Night Mirror RH and LH Courtesy Lamp Door Courtesy Lamps RH and LH Map Lamps RR and LR Reading Lamps RH and LH Visor Lamps Storage Bin Lamps Trunk Lid Lamp Glove Box Lamp Light Sensor Amplifier 32 15A Speed Control DEAC Switch Brake On Off BOO Switch 33 NOT USED R...

Страница 116: ...DTR Sensor Intake Manifold Runner Control Backup Lamps 35 NOT USED 36 NOT USED 37 30A Subwoofer Amplifier Radio 38 10A Analog Clock CD Player Mobile Telephone Transceiver RESCU 39 10A Power Door Locks Power Seats Power Mirrors Keyless Entry LF Seat Module LF Door Module 40 10A Cornering Lamps 41 20A Door Locks Roadside emergencies 116 ...

Страница 117: ...ads Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses Always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs MEGA 175A PCM PWR RELAY 1 2 3 4 8 7 6 5 1 2 4 3 5 7 9 11 10 12 14 13 6 8 NOT USED 7 BLOWER MOTOR RELAY 6 A C CLUTCH RELAY 4 NOT USED 2 HORN RELAY 3 HIGH BEAM 1 STARTER SOL RELAY 5 HIGH SPEED FAN LOW SPEED FAN 1 2 ...

Страница 118: ...Switch 5 40A Driver Window 6 NOT USED 7 30A PCM Power 8 40A Rear Window Defrost Control 9 60A I P Fuse Panel 10 60A LCM Power 11 60A Compressor Relay 12 60A Anti Lock Brake Control Module ABS EVAC and Fill Connector 13 40A Blower Motor Relay 14 60A Dual Auxiliary Relay Box 1 30A PCM CAM 2 20A ALT SENSE 3 30A Rear Passenger Window 4 30A Air Suspension 5 10A Air Bag 6 20A Horns 7 15A High Beam Roads...

Страница 119: ... steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road Tire change procedure 1 Park on a level surface activate hazard flashers and set parking brake 2 Place gearshift lever in P Park 3 Remove the spare tire jack and lug wrench 4 Remove the center ornament from the aluminum wheel with the tapered end of the wheel nut wrench that came with your vehicle Insert and twist the h...

Страница 120: ...m in the Driving chapter for more information 6 Put the jack in the jack notch next to the door closest to the tire you are changing Turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground 7 Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench 8 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure the valve stem is facing outward Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub D...

Страница 121: ...bly is lost see your nearest Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer who has access to the master set of keys Do not use an impact wrench with the anti theft key Removing the anti theft lug nut 1 Insert the key over the locking lug nut Make sure you hold the key square to the lug nut If you hold the key at an angle you could damage the key and the lug nut 2 Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key and...

Страница 122: ...o a 24 volt power supply you can damage your starter ignition system and other electrical components 2 Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle s electrical system 3 Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure they do not touch Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other m...

Страница 123: ...f the engine to be started 4 not to the negative terminal of the discharged battery 5 Make sure that the jump leads are clear of moving parts of the engine Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery Jump starting 1 Start the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately inc...

Страница 124: ...llowed by the cable on the negative booster battery terminal 2 2 Remove the cable from the positive terminal of the booster battery 3 and then the discharged battery 4 3 After the disabled vehicle has been started allow it to idle for a while so the engine can relearn its idle conditions WRECKER TOWING 4 1 2 3 Roadside emergencies 124 ...

Страница 125: ...ur vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment When calling for a tow truck tell the operator what kind of vehicle you have A towing manual is available from Ford Motor Company for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck driver refer to this manual for proper hook up and towing procedures for your vehicle Roadside emergencies 125 ...

Страница 126: ...ine is running avoid wearing loose clothing jewelry or long hair that could get caught up in moving parts Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Keep all lit cigarettes open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts If you disconnect the battery the engine must relearn its idle condi...

Страница 127: ... of the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4 6L DOHC V8 engine 1 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2 Power steering fluid reservoir BRAKE RELEASE HOOD 3 4 9 6 5 7 8 10 2 1 Maintenance and care 127 ...

Страница 128: ... time you fuel your vehicle 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan 3 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park 4 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 5 Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator dipstick 6 Wipe the indicator clean Insert the indicator...

Страница 129: ... is fully seated Adding engine oil 1 Check the engine oil For instructions refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter 2 If the fluid level is not within the normal range add only certified engine oil of the preferred viscosity Add engine oil through the oil filler cap Remove the filler cap and use a funnel to pour oil in the opening 3 Recheck the oil level Make sure the oil level is not abov...

Страница 130: ...r is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications startup engine noises or knock may be experienced It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter or another brand meeting Ford specifications for your engine application CHECKING AND ADDING BRAKE FLUID Brake fluid should be checked and refilled as needed at least once each year 1 Clean the reservoir cap before re...

Страница 131: ...asher fluid whenever you stop for fuel The reservoir is highlighted with a symbol If the level is low add enough fluid to fill the reservoir In very cold weather do not fill the reservoir all the way Do not put engine coolant in the container for the windshield washer fluid ENGINE COOLANT Check the level of the coolant in the reservoir at least once a month Be sure to read and understand Precautio...

Страница 132: ...indshield engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield When the engine is cool add a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and water to the engine coolant recovery reservoir DO NOT ADD DIRECTLY TO THE RADIATOR Add straight water only in an emergency but you should replace it with a 50 50 mixture of coolant and distilled water as soon as possible Check the coolant level in the coo...

Страница 133: ...ends that Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealers use recycled engine coolant produced by Ford approved processes Not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant which meets Ford specification ESE M97B44 A and use of such coolant may harm engine and cooling system components Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner Follow your community s regulations and standards for recyclin...

Страница 134: ...ill be near the center of the NORMAL band 2 While the engine idles turn the steering wheel left and right several times 3 Turn the engine off 4 Check the fluid level in the reservoir It should be between the MIN and MAX lines Do not add fluid if the level is in this range 5 If the fluid is low add fluid in small amounts continuously checking the level until it reaches the range between the MIN and...

Страница 135: ...proximately 32 km 20 miles of driving If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow the fluid to cool before checking 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake 2 With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal star...

Страница 136: ... every 24 months or 40 000 km 24 000 miles Keep the electrolyte in each cell up to the level indicator Do not overfill the battery cells If the electrolyte level in the battery is low you can add plain tap water to the battery as long as you do not use hard water water with a high alkali content If possible however try to only fill the battery cells with distilled water If the battery needs water ...

Страница 137: ... the vehicle 2 Let the engine idle for at least one minute 3 The relearning process will automatically complete as you drive the vehicle If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle the idle quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle is eventually relearned If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed the clock and the preset radio stations m...

Страница 138: ...reen on the passenger side of the vehicle To replace the filter perform the following procedure 1 In order to gain better access to the filter turn the ignition key to ON then turn the wipers on When the wipers reach the middle of the windshield wipers in straight up position turn the ignition to OFF 2 Release and open the hood BRAKE RELEASE HOOD Maintenance and care 138 ...

Страница 139: ...t of the vehicle After the locking tabs are disengaged from the water shield lift the water shield up and away from the vehicle 5 Remove the filter Reverse the procedure to install the new filter Be careful when installing the new filter Avoid bending or tearing the filter and make sure it is fully seated in its mounting location after installation WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES Check the wiper blades at...

Страница 140: ...nd lock into the service position 2 Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm Push the lock pin with a screwdriver to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the arm 3 Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard SECURITIRE IF EQUIPPED SecuriTires are designed to allow you to continue driving your vehicle a...

Страница 141: ... cause undesired operation Maintenance warning The LOW TIRE PRESSURE warning will illuminate and stay on when one of your vehicle s tires drops below 124 kPa 18 psi The warning light will also come on and stay lit if the Pressure Alert System has malfunctioned If this warning appears check the pressure in your tires as soon as possible and adjust any tire that is low to the recommended air pressur...

Страница 142: ...uestions concerning your SecuriTires or servicing pleas call the Michelin Tire Information Line at 1 800 847 3435 or contact your local Michelin tire dealer INFORMATION ABOUT TIRE QUALITY GRADES New vehicles are fitted with tires that have their Tire Quality Grade described below molded into the tire s sidewall These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department...

Страница 143: ... on braking straight ahead traction tests and does not include cornering turning traction Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to...

Страница 144: ...Safety Compliance Certification Label located on the right rear door jamb Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control Tire rotation Because your vehicle s tires perform different jobs they often wear differently To make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer rotate them as indicated in the Service Guide If you notic...

Страница 145: ...ving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control Driving at very high speeds for extended periods of time may result in damage to vehicle components Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you currently have on your vehicle Do not use any type of tire chains on this vehicle This includes both conventional and cable type chains The tires on your vehicl...

Страница 146: ...r death if misused or mishandled Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before fueling your vehicle Always turn off the vehicle before fueling Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed If fuel is swallowed call a physician immediately even if no symptoms are immediately apparent The toxic effects of fuel may n...

Страница 147: ...r gasolines the performance of the emission control devices and systems may be adversely affected Repair of damage caused by using a fuel that your vehicle was not designed for may not be covered by your warranty Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use Premium gasoline for optimum performance with an R M 2 octane rating of 91 or higher Gasolines with lower octane ratings can be used...

Страница 148: ... this situation may have an adverse affect on modern powertrain components You may need to crank the engine several times before the system starts to pump fuel from the tank to the engine If you run out of fuel your Service Engine Soon light may come on For more information on the Service Engine Soon light refer to the Instrumentation chapter Calculating fuel economy To accurately calculate your v...

Страница 149: ...rd parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire Watch for fluid leaks strange odors smoke loss of oil pressure the charging system warning light the Service Engine Soon light or th...

Страница 150: ...hway driving is necessary as described below First at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway Next at least 20 minutes driving in stop and go city type traffic with at least four idle periods Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine Then start the engine and complete the above driving cycle The engine must warm up to its normal operating tempera...

Страница 151: ...ly pulling it straight back out of the socket Do not turn the bulb while removing it To install the new bulb 1 With the flat side of the bulb s plastic base facing upward insert the glass end of the bulb into the socket You may need to turn the bulb left or right to line up the grooves in the plastic base with the tabs in the socket When the grooves are aligned push the bulb into the socket until ...

Страница 152: ... two red lines does not necessarily indicate out of aim headlamps If your vehicle is not positioned on a level surface the slope will be included in the vertical indication Therefore vertical and horizontal headlamp adjustment should be performed only when the beam direction appears to be incorrect You will need one 4 mm wrench or socket to make the adjustments If the vehicle has been in an accide...

Страница 153: ...viewed directly from above Turning the horizontal adjusting screw in the direction of the arrow changes the horizontal aim as shown Vertical aim adjustment 1 Park the vehicle on a level surface 2 With the hood open locate the bubble level and vertical adjustment screw The adjustment screw is located on the outboard side of the headlamp U D Maintenance and care 153 ...

Страница 154: ...tective cover REPLACING THE INTERIOR BULBS Check the operation of the following interior bulbs frequently interior overhead lamp map lamp Using the right bulbs Function Trade Number Headlamp 9007 Cornering lamp front 3156K Backup lamp 3156 High mount brakelamp 912 Park turn lamp front 3157K License plate lamp 168 Luggage compartment lamp decklid ajar 912 Side marker front 194NA Side marker rear 91...

Страница 155: ...y of water for best results To avoid spots avoid washing when the hood is still warm immediately after or during exposure to strong sunlight During winter months it is especially important to wash the vehicle on a regular basis Large quantities of dirt and road salt are difficult to remove and also cause damage to the vehicle Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car w...

Страница 156: ...ed wheel cleaners steel wool fuel or strong detergents Never use abrasives that will damage the finish of special wheel surfaces Use a tar remover to remove grease and tar Cleaning the engine Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal When washing Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine The high pressure fluid c...

Страница 157: ...id damaging the blades do not use fuel kerosene paint thinner or other solvents Cleaning the instrument panel Clean with a damp cloth then dry with a dry cloth Avoid cleaner or polish that increases the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts Clean the s...

Страница 158: ... alcohol solutions or cleaner intended for vinyl rubber or plastics These products can damage the leather In some instances color or dye transfer can occur when wet clothing wool denim leathers or other non colorfast garments comes in contact with leather upholstery If this occurs the leather should be cleaned immediately to avoid permanent staining Tanners Preserve Leather Cleaner product number ...

Страница 159: ...y become fogged Cleaning mirrors Do not clean your mirrors with a dry cloth or abrasive materials Use a soft cloth and mild detergent and water Be careful when removing ice from outside mirrors because you may damage the reflective surface Maintenance and care 159 ...

Страница 160: ...ark plugs with the same service part number suffix letter EE as shown on the engine decal REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity Engine oil includes filter change Motorcraft 5W30 Super Premium Motor Oil All 5 7L 6 0 quarts Engine coolant Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid All 13 5L 14 25 quarts Brake fluid High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid All Fill to line in res...

Страница 161: ... Item Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number Ford Specification Brake fluid High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid C6AZ 19542 AB ESA M6C25 A and DOT 3 Door latch hood latch auxiliary latch seat tracks trunk latches Multi Purpose Grease DOAZ 19584 AA or F5AZ 19G209 AA ESB M1C93 B or ESR M1C159 A Lock cylinders Penetrating Lubricant E8AZ 19A501 B N A Automatic transaxle AX4N Motorcr...

Страница 162: ... System Fluid E2FZ 19549 AA ESE M97B44 A Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCONt ATF XT 2 QDX MERCONt Windshield washer fluid Ultra Clear Windshield Washer Concentrate C9AZ 19550 AB ESR M17P5 A ENGINE DATA Engine 4 6L DOHC V8 engine Cubic inches 281 Horsepower 260 5500 rpm Torque 272 lb ft 4500 rpm Recommended fuel grade R M 2 91 octane Firing order 1 3 7 2 6 5 4 8 Spark plug gap 1 3 1 4 mm 0 052 ...

Страница 163: ...le dimensions mm in 1 Overall length 5 294 7 208 4 2 Overall width 1 870 3 76 3 3 Overall height 1 421 9 55 9 4 Wheelbase 2 769 8 109 0 5 Track Front 1 600 2 63 0 5 Track Rear 1 562 1 61 5 1 4 Capacities and specifications 163 ...

Страница 164: ...XXX RC XX DSO XXXX F0000 BAR INT TR TP PS R AXLE TR SPR T0000 X XX XXX X XX X XXXX UTC FOHT 15294A10 GA MAXIMUM LOAD OCCUPANTS LUGGAGE XXXKG XXXXLB OCCUPANTS X TOTAL X FR X 2ND X RR OCCUPANTS LUGGAGE XX XXXKG XXXXLB TIRE XXXX XXXXX XXX X XXXKG XXXXLB PRESSURE FR XXX kPa 33 PSI COLD PRESSURE RR XXX kPa 33 PSI COLD TRAILER TOWING SEE OWNER GUIDE DATE XXXXX GVWR XXXXX LB XXXXX KG VIN XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX...

Страница 165: ...tag and is located on the driver side instrument panel ENGINE NUMBER The engine number the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number is stamped on the engine block transmission frame and transfer case if so equipped XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX AIR BAG Capacities and specifications 165 ...

Страница 166: ...f it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Ford Motor Company To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 202 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation 400 Sevent...

Страница 167: ...eels 156 windows 159 woodtone trim 158 Climate control system automatic temperature control 27 28 29 30 31 32 Clock 33 Compass electronic 55 calibration 57 set zone adjustment 56 Controls 62 Electronic sound system 62 Emission control system 149 Engine 162 service points 127 Engine block heater 93 Engine coolant checking and adding 131 132 disposal 133 refill capacities 133 Engine oil 128 129 chan...

Страница 168: ...59 heated 61 side view mirrors power 60 Moon roof 52 Odometer 10 Panic alarm feature remote entry system 66 Parking brake 96 Parts see Motorcraft parts 160 Power door locks 58 Power steering fluid checking and adding 134 Refill capacities for fluids 160 Relays 109 Remote entry system 65 illuminated entry 67 locking unlocking doors 65 replacement additional transmitters 67 replacing the batteries 6...

Страница 169: ...ation 100 101 102 103 Transmission 134 fluid checking and adding automatic 134 Trunk using the remote entry system to open 66 Turn signal lever 35 Universal transmitter 52 erasing channels 55 operating 54 programming 53 Vehicle dimensions 163 Vehicle headlamp aiming device VHAD 152 Vehicle Identification Number VIN 165 Vehicle loading 104 Ventilating your vehicle 94 Warning chimes 6 Wheels anti th...

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Страница 176: ...panel Coolant capacity 13 5L 14 25 quarts Power steering fluid capacity Fill to line in reservoir Ensure correct automatic transmission fluid is used for a specific application Check the container to verify the fluid is MERCONt and or MERCON Vt approved Some fluids have been approved as meeting both MERCONt and MERCONt V requirements and will be labeled as such Fluids labeled as meeting only MERCO...

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