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Important ventilating information

If the engine is idling while the vehicle 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.

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Содержание 1999 Continental

Страница 1: ...e 147 Capacities and specifications 191 Customer assistance 197 Reporting safety defects 209 Index 210 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 1998 Ford Motor Company Con...

Страница 2: ... disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards protecting the environment Indicates a message regarding child safety restraints Refer to Seating and safety restraints for more information Indicates that this Owner Guide contains information on this subject Please refer to the Index to locate the appropriate section which will provide you more information Introd...

Страница 3: ... 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 INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation Introduction 3 ...

Страница 4: ...N 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 24 Turn signal and wiper washer control pg 48 Instrument cluster pg 6 Driver air bag pg 101 Speed control pg 50 Instrument panel dimmer switch pg 25 Auto lamp pg 25 If equipped Instrumentation 4 ...

Страница 5: ...FM REW FF SIDE 1 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 49 Message Center pg 12 Clock pg 32 Electronic sound system pg 32 Climate control systems pg 26 Heated seat control pg 94 Climate controls pg 49 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: ...and deceleration and have 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...

Страница 8: ...l braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with parking brake released Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on If one or both of the indicators stay on continuously or flash faster check for a burned out turn signal bulb Refer to Exterior bulbs in the Maintenance and care chapter High beams Illuminates ...

Страница 9: ...gine oil in the Maintenance and Care chapter Traction ControlY off light Illuminates when the Traction Controly system has been disabled by the driver or as a result of a system failure For more information refer to the Driving chapter 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 restrain...

Страница 10: ...le the vehicle is being refueled When the gauge first indicates empty there is a small amount of reserve fuel in the tank When refueling the vehicle from empty indication the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel A minimum of six gallons must be added or removed from the fuel tank in order for the gauge to instantaneously update If less ...

Страница 11: ...d zone may damage the engine Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant At normal operating temperature the needle remains within the normal area the area between the H and C If it 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...

Страница 12: ...tells you about the condition of your vehicle by two methods operator selectable features continuous warning reporting of monitored systems You can select different features for the message center to display by using the message center controls located to the right of the instrument cluster You will hear a tone when you press one of these controls However the message center will display the approp...

Страница 13: ...ugh a status of each of the systems being monitored For each of the monitored systems the message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for three seconds The sequence of the system check report is as follows voltage level engine temperature oil level engine coolant level washer fluid level doors closed driver and passenger side This message can only be reset by closing the...

Страница 14: ...ng the RESET control and clearing the warning message Door Ajar Cannot be reset Driver s Door Ajar Check Engine Temp Warning returns after 10 minutes Transmission Overheat Check Transmission Low Oil Level Check Charging System Low Fuel Level Low Engine Coolant Low Tire Pressure if equipped Gear Display Data ERR Warning reappears after key is turned from OFF to ON Brake Lamp Out Check Traction Cont...

Страница 15: ... turn the ignition OFF when you fill the tank Press the DTE ECON control a second time to display the average fuel economy in liters 100 kilometers or miles gallon based on distance traveled and rate of fuel used information To reset this feature press the RESET control while average fuel economy is displayed while you are driving DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy initialized ...

Страница 16: ...my trip odometers The other selectable features are unaffected by pressing RESET DISPLAY Press this control to turn the message center display off Press it again to turn the display on Warnings override an off display and must be reset for the display to be off again VEHICLE HANDLING Press this control once to adjust RIDE CONTROL SETTINGS if equipped between NORMAL PLUSH and FIRM This feature cann...

Страница 17: ...ormation MEMORY PROFILE The Memory Profile allows for two primary drivers to save their individual seat and outside rearview mirror position preferences The feature will then be set to the remote entry transmitter that will automatically recall the saved individualized preferences when that individual identifies themselves to the system before entering the vehicle The Message Center info allows th...

Страница 18: ...trol Driver s seat position Outside mirror position Basic operation of Memory Profile System In order for the system to be able to store or recall an individual s seat or mirror position preferences the Memory Profile must first recognize who will be driving the vehicle Drivers may identify themselves to the system one of two ways Pressing the unlock control on the appropriate remote transmitter k...

Страница 19: ...emote transmitter Entering the vehicle without identifying themselves using the two methods listed above This option may be useful to temporarily reposition the driver s seat and mirrors during an extended drive Associated systems Keyless Entry System For information on programming personalized codes see Keyless entry system in the Control and features section The Message Center System The Message...

Страница 20: ...saved as vehicle setting only Vehicle with optional Driver Select 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 Setting is saved as vehicle setting only Vehicle with optional Driver Select System setting may be saved to e...

Страница 21: ...adjustment made using Message Center MENU SELECT controls English Metric Setting is saved as vehicle setting only Settings ENGLISH or METRIC Original setting ON Setting adjustment made using Message Center MENU SELECT controls or Message Center Switch ENGLISH METRIC on vehicles not equipped with the optional Driver Select System Adjustable ride Not available on vehicles without Driver Select Syste...

Страница 22: ...tolamp control in the Control and features section Instrument panel dim control setting Setting is saved as vehicle setting only Vehicle with optional Driver Select System setting may be saved to either the DRIVER MEMORY 1 or 2 personalized profiles or as a vehicle setting Settings variable Original setting maximum Setting adjustment made using Lighting Control Module panel dim control For informa...

Страница 23: ...either the DRIVER MEMORY 1 or 2 personalized profiles or as a vehicle setting Vehicle with optional Driver Select System setting may be saved to either the DRIVER MEMORY 1 or 2 personalized profiles or as a vehicle setting Settings horizontal and vertical Original setting N A Setting adjustment made using outside mirror control Instrumentation 23 ...

Страница 24: ... state until 30 seconds after the wipers are turned off Daytime running lamps DRL if equipped Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output To activate the engine must be running and the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather The Daytime Running Light DRL System does not activate your tail lamps and gene...

Страница 25: ...lly controlled by the headlamp control The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a preselected period of time after the ignition switch is turned to OFF To turn autolamps on push the control up toward the MAX position As you press this switch the autolamp system s status will be displayed in the message center The system can be set to provide light for up to three minutes after you turn the...

Страница 26: ...e desired temperature The selected temperature and the word AUTO will appear in the display window The EATC system will either heat or cool to achieve the selected temperature The system will automatically determine fan speed airflow location and if fresh outside air or recirculated air is required Fan speed remains automatic unless the fan speed control is pressed or the steering wheel controls i...

Страница 27: ...imum cooling disregarding the displayed temperature until a warmer temperature is selected by pressing the temperature control For continuous maximum heating push the temperature control until 32 C 90 F is shown in the display window The EATC will continue maximum heating disregarding the displayed temperature until a cooler temperature is selected by pressing the temperature control Temperature c...

Страница 28: ... directed To return to full automatic control press AUTO The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except and It will also operate only when required when AUTO has been selected However the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 10 C 50 F or above Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation it is normal if c...

Страница 29: ...ows for maximum heating by distributing outside air through the floor ducts However the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode The air will be heated or cooled based on the tempe...

Страница 30: ...ide selection The outside temperature reading is most accurate when the vehicle is moving Higher readings may be obtained when the vehicle is not moving The readings that you get may not agree with temperatures given on the radio due to differences in vehicle and station locations Operating tips In humid weather select FRONT before driving This will prevent your windshield from fogging After a few...

Страница 31: ... airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshield Also avoid placing small objects on top of your instrument panel These objects can fall down into the defroster outlets and block airflow and possibly damage your climate control system REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel Press the rear defroster control to clear the rear window of thin ...

Страница 32: ... is operable when the headlamps are illuminated During the operation of any selected mode lighting for the individual function controls will either illuminate or turn off Those controls which have a function for the specific mode of operation selected will be lit while the controls which have no function for that mode will be turned off N I T N O C L A T N E N I T N O C L A T N E Controls and feat...

Страница 33: ...ne Audio System Radio Controlled CD Changer Compatible VOL PUSH ON TAPE MUTE SEEK TUNE AM FM REW FF SIDE 1 2 COMP SHUFF CD EJ RDS SCAN AUTO 1 2 3 4 5 6 BASS TREB SEL BAL FADE DOLBY B NR CD FM SIDE 1 2 REW 1 2 3 4 COMP SHUFF 5 6 FF SEEK AM MUTE VOL PUSH ON TAPE EJ RDS BASS SEL TREB BAL FADE SCAN AUTO DSP TUNE Controls and features 33 ...

Страница 34: ... ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on Speed sensitive volume With this feature radio volume changes automatically and slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise The recommended level for speed sensitive volume is from level 1 through level 3 Level 0 turns the speed sensitive volume off and...

Страница 35: ...is control to stop tape play and begin radio play AM FM select in CD mode if equipped Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play Tune adjust The tune control works in radio or CD mode if equipped Tune adjust in radio mode Press to move to the next frequency down the band whether or not a listenable station is located there Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly Press...

Страница 36: ...t listenable station down the frequency band Press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band Seek function in tape mode Press to listen to the previous selection on the tape or return to the beginning of the current selection Press to listen to the next selection on the tape Seek function for CD changer if equipped Press to seek to the previous track of the current disc If a select...

Страница 37: ...ort sampling of all selections on the CD The CD scans in a forward direction wrapping back to the first track at the end of the CD To stop on a particular selection press the control again Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with four or six station memory preset controls These controls can be used to select up to four or six preset AM stations and eight or twelve FM stations four to...

Страница 38: ...ion stored in memory preset control 1 will start playing If there are less than six strong stations available on the frequency band the remaining memory preset controls will all store the last strong station available To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system s manually set memory stations press the control again Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease th...

Страница 39: ...the TAPE control Press the button during rewind or fast forward to stop the rewind or fast forward function To begin CD play if CD s are loaded press the CD control The first track of the disc will begin playing After that CD play will begin where it stopped last Rewind The rewind control works in tape and CD modes if equipped In tape mode radio play will continue until rewind is stopped with the ...

Страница 40: ... results in fast forward action Tape direction select Press SIDE 1 2 to play the alternate side of a tape Eject function Press the control to stop and eject a tape DolbyT noise reduction Dolbyt noise reduction operates only in tape mode Dolbyt reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback Press the control to activate and deactivate Dolbyt noise reduction The noise reduction system is...

Страница 41: ...ta system RDS feature This feature allows your audio system to receive text information from RDS equipped FM radio stations Press and hold the RDS control for five seconds to turn the feature on or off Press the control to scroll through the following selections Traffic Press the RDS control until TRAFFIC is displayed Use the SEL control to select ON or OFF With the feature on use the SEEK or SCAN...

Страница 42: ...ssic Country Info Jazz Oldies R B Religious Rock Soft Top 40 Show RDS sends information with the FM broadcast station name station type and or radio text With RDS activated press the RDS control until SHOW is displayed Use the SEL control to select TYPE NAME or NONE RDS clock feature Refer to Setting the clock for information SEL RDS SEL Controls and features 42 ...

Страница 43: ...nal mode the selected mode will appear in the display The following signal modes can be selected JAZZ CLUB jazz club with clearly reflected sounds HALL rectangular concert hall capacity of about 2 000 CHURCH church with a high vault STADIUM outdoor stadium with a capacity of about 30 000 NEWS voice only type of sound with a limited audio band Press the DSP control until one of the following appear...

Страница 44: ...er console Slide the door to access the CD changer magazine Press to eject the magazine Make sure only one disc is inserted in each slot Each disc must be inserted with the label surface upward You may insert up to six CDs 6 5 4 3 2 1 6 COMPACT DISC MAGAZINE COMPACT DIGITAL AUDIO Controls and features 44 ...

Страница 45: ...scratched discs or the disc may be dirty Skipping will not scratch the discs or damage the player If your changer does not work it may be that A disc is already loaded where you want to insert a disc The disc is inserted with the label surface downward The disc is dusty or defective The player s internal temperature is above 60 C 140 F Allow the player to cool down before operating A disc with for...

Страница 46: ...sunlight high humidity extreme heat or extreme cold Allow tapes that may have been exposed to extreme temperatures to reach a moderate temperature before playing Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the hole and turning the hub Remove loose labels before inserting tapes Do not leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not being played Radio frequency informat...

Страница 47: ...nals when you pass a broadcast tower A stronger signal may temporarily overtake a weaker signal and play while the weak station frequency is displayed The audio system automatically switches to single channel reception if it will improve the reception of a station normally received in stereo Audio system warranties and service Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information If se...

Страница 48: ...es The exterior lamps will illuminate when the ignition is ON and the windshield wiper control is in the interval LO or HI position The instrument panel lighting will dim noticeably approximately 15 seconds after the wipers are turned on The lights will remain in this state until 30 seconds after the wipers are turned off TURN SIGNAL CONTROL Push down to activate the left turn signal Push up to ac...

Страница 49: ...ect AM FM1 FM2 TAPE or CD if equipped In Radio mode Press MEM NEXT to select a preset station from memory In Tape mode Press MEM NEXT to listen to the next selection on the tape In CD mode Press MEM NEXT to listen to the next track on the disc In any mode Press VOL up or down to adjust the volume Climate control features Press TEMP up or down to adjust temperature Press FAN up or down to adjust fa...

Страница 50: ...SET will appear for 5 seconds in your message center Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved Do not shift the gearshift lever into N Neutral with the speed control on To turn speed control off Press OFF or Turn off the vehicle ignition Once speed control is switched off the previously programmed set speed will be erased When the OFF control is...

Страница 51: ...shift to the next lower gear or apply the brakes to reduce your vehicle speed If your vehicle slows down more than 16 km h 10 mph below your set speed on an uphill your speed control will disengage SPEED CONTROL CANCELED will appear for 5 seconds in your message center This is normal Pressing RES RSM RESUME will re engage it Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are windin...

Страница 52: ...d release CST COAST Each press will decrease the set speed by 1 6 km h 1 mph if E English is selected or 2km h 1 25 mph if M Metric is selected in the Message Center Depress the brake pedal When the desired vehicle speed is reached press SET ACC SET ACCEL When the COAST or SET ACCEL control is pressed and released the message SPEED CONTROL SET will appear for 5 seconds in your message center To di...

Страница 53: ...M RESUME For RES RSM RESUME to operate the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km h 30 mph When the RESUME control is pressed the message SPEED CONTROL SET will appear for 5 seconds in your message center TILT STEERING Pull the tilt steering control toward you to move the steering wheel up or down Hold the control while adjusting the wheel to the desired position then release the control ON OFF R...

Страница 54: ...Press the control next to the map lamp to illuminate the lamp Rear courtesy reading lamps The courtesy lamp lights when any door is opened the instrument panel dimmer switch is held up until the courtesy lamps come on any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF With the ignition key in the ACC or ON position the reading lamp can be turned on by pressing the rocker control ...

Страница 55: ...u start your vehicle or if it remains lit have your Lincoln RESCU System checked by an authorized dealer as soon as possible Your system may be inoperative It is important that you understand the limitations of your Lincoln RESCU System prior to initiating an activation See Lincoln RESCU System Limitations later in this chapter for details The RESCU system can be activated in three ways 1 By press...

Страница 56: ...ngitude coordinates obtained from the vehicle s positioning system and customer identification information Once the data transmission is complete the call is forwarded to a response center operator who confirms your location using a computerized map The vehicle s cellular handset is locked out the phone is automatically placed in the hands free mode and voice communication is established with the ...

Страница 57: ...erest near your current location route assistance and other services as they become available An Emergency icon is provided for emergency assistance When you select a control the vehicle s cellular phone will automatically place a call to the response center s central computer Once contact is made an electronic data message will be transmitted This data message will include Type of alarm Informati...

Страница 58: ...esponse Center relays details of your situation and your location to the appropriate authorities via three way phone call While the appropriate authorities dispatch help to your location the response center will dispatch the emergency help to your location when appropriate stay in direct phone contact with you until emergency help arrives notify pre designated family contacts or friends of the eme...

Страница 59: ... later in this chapter for exceptions Operation will continue even if the vehicle is turned off during an activation although visual feedback via the message center will not be available in this situation INFO activations can be cancelled by pressing the END button on the cellular phone Cellular phone interface The cellular phone must be connected to the vehicle and activated for the system to wor...

Страница 60: ...XXX LAT XXXXXXXXXX LON XXXXXXXXXX HDG XX These messages respectively are the customer identification number vehicle latitude vehicle longitude and heading Under special conditions the operator may ask you to read the information being displayed on the message center Automatic redial As described previously when an assistance request is made the vehicle s cellular phone automatically dials the Linc...

Страница 61: ... 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 62: ...tuation will be most prevalent in urban areas populated with tall buildings tunnels underpasses parking garages trees and similar structures could also adversely affect positioning performance Under these 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 ...

Страница 63: ...s busy In a particular area the local cellular system can only handle a limited number of cellular calls at one time Once volume has reached the maximum limit additional callers are denied access If an activation occurs in this situation the messages CELLULAR SYSTEM BUSY and PLEASE WAIT will alternately be displayed on the message center If after several attempts a cellular channel cannot be acqui...

Страница 64: ... use your phone when traveling outside your home cellular region the services of the carriers local to the new area will be required If your home carrier does not have an agreement with the new local carrier your phone calls could be forwarded to an operator and you may be required to provide a credit card number before your call is processed If an activation occurs in this situation the initial c...

Страница 65: ... provide the password to any other individuals who will be driving the vehicle or who may have need to activate the system If you decide not to establish a password simply indicate to the operator that the emergency assistance request was initiated in error and the call will be terminated In either case if an activation roadside or emergency occurs and the operator cannot establish voice communica...

Страница 66: ...stance Your dealer can provide you with specific information regarding post initial service period fees Relinquishing your vehicle At the time you relinquish your vehicle it is important that you contact the Lincoln Security Response Center at 1 800 334 1327 and cancel your security service Personal information provided to the response center at the time of your registration will be removed from t...

Страница 67: ...rity systems entry door locks and home or office lighting When programming your HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver to a garage door or gate be sure that people and objects are out of the way to prevent potential harm or damage Do not use the HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U S federal safety standards this includes...

Страница 68: ...d HomeLinkt button Do not release the buttons until step 4 has been completed 4 The red light will flash slowly and then rapidly Release both buttons when the red light flashes rapidly 5 Follow steps 2 through 4 to program the remaining two buttons If you do not successfully program the HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver after repeated attempts refer to Rolling code programing which follows or call t...

Страница 69: ...tured after 1996 may be determined by the following Reference the device owner s manual for verification The hand held transmitter appears to program the HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver but does not activate the device Press and hold the trained HomeLinkt button The device has the rolling code feature if the indicator light flashes rapidly and then turns solid after 2 seconds After completing the ...

Страница 70: ... red light begins to flash after 20 seconds 2 Release both buttons Reprogramming a single HomeLinkT button To program a device to HomeLinkt using a HomeLinkt button previously trained follow these steps 1 Press and hold the desired HomeLinkt button Do NOT release until step 4 has been completed 2 When the indicator light begins to flash slowly after 20 seconds position the hand held transmitter 5 ...

Страница 71: ...till appears to be inaccurate a manual calibration may be necessary Refer to Compass calibration adjustment Most geographic areas zones have a magnetic north compass point that varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps This variation is four degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones A correct zone setting will eliminate this error Re...

Страница 72: ...one setting mode release pressure from the switch for greater than two seconds Compass calibration adjustment Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines For optimum calibration turn off all electrical accessories heater air conditioning wipers etc and make sure all vehicle doors are shut 1 Start the vehicle 2 Locate the compass module mounted on the b...

Страница 73: ...nge from the normal state to the non glare state when bright lights glare reach the mirrors When the inside rear view mirror detects bright light from in front of or behind the vehicle the inside and driver side outside rear view mirrors will automatically adjust darken to minimize glare Press the control to turn the mirror on or off The mirror will automatically return to the normal state wheneve...

Страница 74: ...or open the doors cannot be locked using the front door lock switches While the key is in the ignition the vehicle can be locked by manually pressing down the lock control or with remote entry transmitter POWER WINDOWS Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows Press the top portion of the rocker switch to open U L U L WINDOW LOCK Controls and features 74 ...

Страница 75: ...window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows To lock out all the window controls except for the driver s press the right side of the control Press the left side to restore the window controls Accessory delay With accessory 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 WINDOW...

Страница 76: ...ou wish to tilt the mirror 3 Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place Heated outside mirrors Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors MIRRORS L R M...

Страница 77: ...nd 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 engage the lock Move control down to disengage childproof locks TRUNK REMOTE CONTROL The remote trunk release control is located on the driver s door trim panel and can be operated at any time LOCKED VERROUILLEE CHILD LOCK ABOVE SECURITE ENFANTS ENHAUT FU...

Страница 78: ... release handle located inside the trunk on the passenger side to open the fuel filler door CENTER CONSOLE IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle is equipped with a variety of console features These include utility compartment cupholders ashtray and lighter compact disc changer if equipped power point cellular phone if equipped Use only soft cups in the cupholder Hard objects can injure you in a collision FUE L...

Страница 79: ...nd rotate forward to lock in Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal To remove the floor mat reverse the installation procedure PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The perimeter anti theft system will help prevent your vehicle from unauthorized entry Arming the system When armed this system will help protect your vehicle from unauthorized e...

Страница 80: ...n the keyless entry pad at the same time to lock the doors doors opened or closed Open a door and press the power door lock control to lock the doors If a door is open the system is prearmed and is waiting for the door to close The anti theft indicator on the instrument panel will be lit continuously when the system is prearmed Once the doors are closed the system will arm in 30 seconds Disarming ...

Страница 81: ...The remote entry features only operate with the ignition in the OFF position Unlocking the doors Press this control to unlock the driver s 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 turn...

Страница 82: ...ic alarm Press this control to activate the alarm To deactivate the alarm press the control again or turn the ignition to ACC or ON This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is 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 t...

Страница 83: ...s parked next to the vehicle To replace the battery 1 Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter near the key ring DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART 2 Place the positive side of new battery in the same orientation Refer to the diagram inside the transmitter unit 3 Snap the two halves back together Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter t...

Страница 84: ...ogramming All transmitters must be reprogrammed at the same time Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door s or sound the personal alarm The system automatically turns off after 25 seconds or when the ignition is turned to the RUN or ACC position The dome lamp control if equipped must not be set to the OFF position for the illuminated e...

Страница 85: ... memory position Memory seat positions can be changed at any time Transmitter 1 will always move the memory features to position 1 The system can be deactivated by switching the transmitter to OFF KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM With the keyless entry keypad you can lock or unlock the vehicle doors without using the key arm and disarm the perimeter alarm system if equipped reprogram remote entry transmitters...

Страница 86: ...in five seconds of the previous one 4 Enter a sixth digit to indicate which personality feature should be recalled by the personal code 1 2 recalls personality 1 3 4 recalls personality 2 9 0 does not recall a personality All of the vehicle doors will lock and unlock to confirm programing of the new code Each personality driver profile personality 1 or personality 2 can associated with only one pe...

Страница 87: ...nal code each digit pressed within 5 seconds of prior digit The interior lamps will illuminate To unlock all doors enter the factory set code or personal code driver door unlocks and press 3 4 within 5 seconds To release the trunk enter the factory set code or personal code driver door unlocks and press 5 6 within 5 seconds After the factory set code or personal code has been entered you can unloc...

Страница 88: ...ure 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 can be turned on off by using the feature menu in the message center Refer to Electronic message center for more information SECURILOCKY PASSIVE ANTI THEFT SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with a coded key anti theft system O...

Страница 89: ...se of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection Large metallic objects or devices such as the Mobil Speedpassy on the same key ring as your SecuriLocky key may cause vehicle starting problems These objects and devices cannot damage the SecuriLocky key but can cause a momentary problem if they are too close to the key when starting the engine If a probl...

Страница 90: ...Locky key yourself you will need two previously programmed SecuriLocky keys keys that already operate your vehicle s engine If two previously programmed SecuriLocky keys are not available one or both of your original keys were lost or stolen you must bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the spare SecuriLocky key s programmed Procedure to program spare SecuriLockY keys to your vehicle New ...

Страница 91: ...RUN for at least one second This step will program your new SecuriLocky key 6 To program additional SecuriLocky key s repeat this procedure from step 1 If the programming procedure was successful the new SecuriLocky key s will start the vehicle s engine The theft indicator located on the instrument cluster will light for three seconds and then go out If the programming procedure was not successful...

Страница 92: ... restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible Refer to the following to raise and lower the head restraints The head restraints can be moved up and down Push control to lower head restraint Adjusting the power front seats door mounted controls The controls for the power seats are located on the inside of each front door Never adjust the driver ...

Страница 93: ...op 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 Press to move the seat forward or backward Press to move the front portion of the seat cushion up or down Seating and safety restraints 93 ...

Страница 94: ...w 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 EXT OFF MAX A C ...

Страница 95: ...children sit where they can be properly restrained Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside ...

Страница 96: ... sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle 2 To unfasten push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle The front outboard and rear safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts The front and rear seat passenger safety belts have two types of locking modes described below Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mod...

Страница 97: ...locking mode When a tight lap shoulder fit is desired Anytime a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position if equipped Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Seats for Children later in this chapter How to use the automatic locking mode Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire be...

Страница 98: ...ross the middle of your shoulder To lower the shoulder belt height push the button and slide the height control down To raise the height of the shoulder belt slide the height 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...

Страница 99: ...afety belt assembly is too short even when fully extended 20 cm 8 inches can be added to the safety belt assembly by adding 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 la...

Страница 100: ... damaged Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks wears or cuts replacing if necessary 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 ...

Страница 101: ...vided Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always use appropriate child restraints 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 SELE...

Страница 102: ...use those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causing serious injury Do not attempt to service repair or modify the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Children and air bags For additional important safety information read all information on safety restraints in this guide Children must always be properly restrained...

Страница 103: ...es not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation Air bags are designed to inflate in frontal and near frontal collisions not rollover side impact or rear impacts The air bags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation After air bag deployment it is normal to notice a smoke like powdery residue or smell the burnt pro...

Страница 104: ...ol Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation If the air bag is deployed the air bag will not function again 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 ...

Страница 105: ...termittently have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision Side air bag system if equipped Do not use accessory seat covers The use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side air bags and increase the risk of injury in an accident Do not lean your head on the do...

Страница 106: ...n certain lateral collisions the air bag on the side affected by the collision will be inflated even if the respective seat is not occupied The air bag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection provided occupants in side impact collisions The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains sufficient lateral deceleration sufficient ...

Страница 107: ...r bag readiness section in the Instrumentation chapter Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following The readiness light will either flash or stay lit The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on If either of these indications occur even intermittently have the SRS serviced at your dea...

Страница 108: ...s or less you must put them in safety seats made especially for children Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children in your vehicle Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with ...

Страница 109: ...dults or pets unattended in your vehicle To improve the fit of lap and shoulder belts on children who have outgrown 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...

Страница 110: ... Supplemental Restraint System section in this chapter Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety seat with the tongue between the child seat and the release button to prev...

Страница 111: ...t in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions 1 Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt An air bag can kill or injure a child in a child seat If you must use a forward facing child seat in th...

Страница 112: ...ild 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 the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it Seating and safety restraints 112 ...

Страница 113: ...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 114: ...anchor hardware if required Additional kit can be obtained and installed at no charge from any Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer The tether strap anchorage bracket for the rear center seating position was factory installed and is located directly beneath the rear window trim panel which is behind the rear seat back To use this anchorage do the following 1 Open the hinged cover located at the front of...

Страница 115: ...ent 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 smell exh...

Страница 116: ...e 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 116 ...

Страница 117: ...onds and try again 3 If the temperature is below 12 C 10 F and the engine does not start in fifteen seconds on the first try turn the key OFF and wait ten seconds and try again If the engine does not start in two attempts depress the accelerator and start the engine while holding the accelerator down to the floor Release the accelerator when the engine starts 4 After idling for a few seconds apply...

Страница 118: ...ngrounded 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 and fix your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes These fumes are harmfu...

Страница 119: ... 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 119 ...

Страница 120: ...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 The ABS performs a self check at 17 km h 10 mph after you start the engine and begin to drive ...

Страница 121: ...mmediately thus allowing you to retain full steering control of your vehicle and providing there is sufficient space will enable you to avoid obstacles and bring the vehicle to a controlled stop The Anti Lock system does not decrease the time necessary to apply the brakes or always reduce stopping distance Always leave enough room between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to stop We rec...

Страница 122: ...osition 2 Press the brake pedal 3 Move the gearshift from the P Park position to one of the forward gears the parking brake will not release automatically when you shift into reverse The brake pedal must remain pressed while the gearshift is moved If the parking brake fails to release after completing this procedure use the manual parking brake release lever Pull the lever to manually release the ...

Страница 123: ...behavior If you should become stuck in snow or on a very slippery road surface try switching the Traction Controly system off This may allow excess wheel spin to dig the vehicle out or enable a successful rocking maneuver Refer to Message center in the Instrumentation chapter If the Traction Controly system is cycled excessively the brake portion of the system will shut down to prevent the front b...

Страница 124: ...steering assist will decrease to improve steering feel At lower speeds maneuverability will be increased See Message Center in the Instrumentation chapter If the amount of effort required to steer your vehicle changes at a constant vehicle speed have the power steering system checked by your dealer or a qualified service technician AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM The air suspension system is designed to imp...

Страница 125: ...ure that prevents the gearshift from being moved from P Park unless the 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 ...

Страница 126: ...es may not be working properly See your dealer or a qualified service technician Driving with a 4 speed automatic transaxle Your automatic overdrive transaxle provides fully automatic operation in either D Overdrive or 3 Third Driving with the shift selector in D Overdrive gives the best fuel economy for normal driving conditions For manual control start in 1 First and then shift manually To put y...

Страница 127: ...transaxle and prevent the front wheels from rotating Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running R Reverse With the gearshift in R Reverse the vehicle will move backward You should always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R Reverse Driving 127 ...

Страница 128: ...ame way as 3 Third but shifts to a fourth gear an overdrive gear when your vehicle cruises at a constant speed for any length of time This fourth gear will increase your fuel economy when you travel 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 requi...

Страница 129: ...ngine braking than overdrive to slow your vehicle on downgrades 1 First Use 1 First for when added engine braking is desired when descending steep hills The automatic transaxle will shift to the proper gear to ascend any grade without any need to shift to 1 First Do not go faster than 61 km h 38 mph when in this gear You can upshift from 1 First to overdrive at any time Driving 129 ...

Страница 130: ...Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes Drying can be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal Driving through deep water where the transmission is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage VEHICLE LOADING Before loading a vehicle familiarize yourself with the following terms Base Cu...

Страница 131: ...g vehicle Trailer Weight Range Specified weight range that the trailer must fall within that ranges from zero to the maximum trailer weight rating Remember to figure in the tongue load of your loaded trailer when figuring the total weight Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than t...

Страница 132: ...ss trailer weight 454 kg 1 000 lbs Maximum tongue load 45 68 kg 100 150 lbs Engine 4 6L Hitch design Load carrying type Trailer tow package option Not required Vehicle speed 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 68 kg 100 150 lbs 1 when you are towing a trailer on steep hills or on moderate hills ...

Страница 133: ...at 10 of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue Safety chains Always connect the trailer 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 Do not attach safety chains to the bumper Trailer brakes Electric...

Страница 134: ...after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances your vehicle will require more frequent service intervals Refer to your maintenance guide and or 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 cur...

Страница 135: ...fuel pump shut off switch may have been activated The shut off switch is a device intended to stop the electric fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt 1 Turn the ignition to the OFF position 2 Check the fuel system for leaks 3 If no fuel leak is apparent reset the fuel pump shut off switch by pushing in the reset button 4 Turn the ignition to the ON position Pause for ...

Страница 136: ...with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse Rating Mini Fuses Standard Fuses Maxi Fuses Cartridge Maxi Fuses Fuse Link Cartridge 2A Grey Grey 3A Violet Violet 4A Pink Pink 5A Tan Tan 7 5A Brown Brown 10A Red Red 15A Blue Blue 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue 25A Natural Natural 30A Green Green Green Pink Pin...

Страница 137: ...steering wheel by the brake pedal Remove the panel cover to access the fuses To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover 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 137 ...

Страница 138: ...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 Electronic Day Night Mirror 5 10A Virtual Image Instrument Cluster Lighting Control Module LCM RUN START Sense Autolamp Light Sensor 6 10A Virtual Image Instrument Cluster RF Park Turn Lamp 7 20A Power Point 8 20A Fuel Filler Door Release ...

Страница 139: ... 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 Headlamp 26 10A Virtual Image Instrument Cluster EATC Module 27 Not Used 28 10A Shift Lock Actuator Vehicle Dynamic Mod...

Страница 140: ...tch A C Clutch Relay 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 Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the...

Страница 141: ...Switch 4 40A Ignition Switch 5 40A Driver Window 6 30A Low Speed Cooling Fan 7 30A Powertrain Control Module 8 40A Rear Window Defrost Control 9 60A I P Fuse Panel 10 60A Lighting Control Module 11 60A Compressor Relay 12 60A Anti Lock Brake Control Module 13 40A Blower Motor 14 60A High Speed Cooling Fan 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 MO...

Страница 142: ...re while driving do not apply the brake heavily Instead gradually decrease your speed Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road Tire change procedure To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire be sure the parking brake is set then block in both directions the wheel that is diagonally opposite other side and end of the vehicle to the tire ...

Страница 143: ... tapered end of the wheel nut wrench that came with your vehicle Insert and twist the handle then pry against the wheel 5 Loosen each wheel lug nut one half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground Refer to Anti theft lug nuts for information on removing anti theft lug nuts Roadside emergencies 143 ...

Страница 144: ...nd To lessen the risk of personal injury do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack The jack is only meant for changing the tire 7 Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench 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 ...

Страница 145: ... the lug wrench lug nut key assembly 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 nu...

Страница 146: ...1 Use only a 12 volt supply to start your vehicle 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 the two vehicles do not touch Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts 4 Check all battery termina...

Страница 147: ... to the positive terminal of the discharged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting battery Roadside emergencies 147 ...

Страница 148: ...metal part to ground the circuit are the alternator mounting brackets or an engine lifting eye Do not use fuel lines engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points 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 5 Be sure that the cables are clear of fan blades bel...

Страница 149: ...hicle has been started run both engines for a further three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery Roadside emergencies 149 ...

Страница 150: ...tery 4 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions Roadside emergencies 150 ...

Страница 151: ...t equipment Ford Motor Company has not developed or approved a T hook or slingbelt towing procedure Before your vehicle can be towed the air suspension control in the luggage compartment must be turned to the OFF position if equipped 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 tow...

Страница 152: ... engine When the engine is running keep loose clothing jewelry or long hair away from 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 conditions b...

Страница 153: ...se handle located under the bottom 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 3 Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4 6L DOHC V8 engine BRAKE RELEASE HOOD 9 10 5 2 1 3 4 6 7 8 Maintenance and care 153 ...

Страница 154: ...ing the engine oil Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 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 remo...

Страница 155: ...ved from the engine by a service technician 7 Put the indicator back in and ensure it 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 engine oil level is not within the MIN and MAX ranges add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine ...

Страница 156: ...ch is not covered by your warranty Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide Ford production and aftermarket Motorcraft oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications startup engine noises or knock may be experien...

Страница 157: ...til the level reaches MAX Do not fill above this line 4 Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications Refer to Lubricant specifications in the Capacities and specifications chapter DOT 3 fluid is recommended However if DOT 3 is not available DOT 4 fluid can be used Brake fluid is toxic If you use DOT 5 or any other brake fluid that is not DOT 3 or DOT 4 you will cause permanent damag...

Страница 158: ...oir 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 engine coolant in the reservoir Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval schedules Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter COLD FILL LEVEL Maintenance and c...

Страница 159: ...of coolant your vehicle requires contact your local dealer If sprayed on the windshield 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 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 d...

Страница 160: ...t to your vehicle originally equipped with orange coolant Do not use alcohol or methanol antifreeze or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze Do not use supplemental coolant additives in your vehicle These additives may harm your engine cooling system The use of an improper coolant may void your warranty of your vehicle s engine cooling system Recycled engine coolant Ford Mo...

Страница 161: ...he coolant will not freeze at the temperature level in which you drive during winter months Never increase the engine coolant concentration above 60 Leave a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and water in your vehicle year round in non extreme climates CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the service interval schedules If...

Страница 162: ...s when warmed To obtain an accurate fluid check drive the vehicle until it is warmed up approximately 30 km 20 miles 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 fluid to cool before checking 1 Drive the vehicle 30 km 20 miles or until it reaches normal ...

Страница 163: ...may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid make sure the correct type is used The type of fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and or dipstick handle and also in the Lubricant specifications section in the Capacities and specifications...

Страница 164: ...ttery is low you can add plain tap water to the battery as long as you do not use hard water water with a high mineral or alkali content If possible however try to only fill the battery cells with distilled water If the battery needs water often have the charging system checked If your battery has a cover shield make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced For longer ...

Страница 165: ... skin or eyes flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention If acid is swallowed call a physician immediately Because your vehicle s engine is electronically controlled by a computer some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the engine must relearn its idle and fuel tri...

Страница 166: ...ng automotive batteries CABIN AIR FILTER The cabin air filter restricts the entry of airborne dust and pollen particles The filter is located just in front of the windshield under the cowl vent screen 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 ...

Страница 167: ...ht up to release the four spring clips 4 Remove the water shield number 3 in figure by disengaging the two water shield locking tabs number 4 in figure then sliding the water shield toward the front 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 BRAKE R...

Страница 168: ...ild detergent Rinse thoroughly with clean water To avoid damaging the blades do not use fuel kerosene paint thinner or other solvents Changing the wiper blades To replace the wiper blades 1 Pull the wiper arm away from the windshield and lock into the service position 2 Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down towar...

Страница 169: ...has malfunctioned This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is 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 Maintenance warning The LOW TIRE PRESSURE warning will illuminate and stay on wh...

Страница 170: ... until your SecuriTire has been repaired It is recommended that you always have your SecuriTires serviced by an authorized Michelin tire dealer Each SecuriTire is equipped with a pressure sensor around the wheel rim This sensor could be damaged when removing and installing the tire Servicing a SecuriTire at locations other than your Michelin tire dealer may adversely affect your warranty If you ha...

Страница 171: ...test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 1 2 times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA A B C The tra...

Страница 172: ... inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure Use an accurate tire pressure gauge Check the tire pressure when tires are cold after the vehicle has been parked for at least one hour or has been driven less than 5 km 3 miles Adjust t...

Страница 173: ...tire treads Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the handling of the vehicle and make it easier for the driver to lose control and roll over Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle s original tires may also affect the accuracy of your speedometer Maintenance and care 173 ...

Страница 174: ...ain or snow However during the winter months in some climates you may need to use snow tires WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire If you do not use the proper fuel cap the pressure in the fuel tank can damage the fuel system or cause it to work impr...

Страница 175: ... fuel liquid in your eyes If fuel is splashed in the eyes remove contact lenses if worn flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention Failure to seek proper medical attention could lead to permanent injury Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin and or clothing promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and w...

Страница 176: ...the cap properly If you must replace the fuel filler cap replace it with a genuine Ford or Motorcraft part The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if a genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait until it stops before completely remov...

Страница 177: ...use Premium gasoline with an R M 2 octane rating of 91 or higher for optimum performance Gasolines with lower octane ratings can be used but performance may decrease We do not recommend the use of gasolines labeled as Premium in high altitude areas that are sold with octane ratings of less than 91 Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly However if it knocks heavily under most d...

Страница 178: ...r dealer or a qualified service technician Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter If you replace the fuel filter replace it with an authorized Motorcraft part The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your be...

Страница 179: ...lling the tank For consistent results Use the same filling rate setting low medium high each time the tank is filled Allow three automatic click offs when filling Always use the recommended octane rating of a known quality gasoline preferably a national brand Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the same direction each time you fill up Have the vehicle loading and distrib...

Страница 180: ...liminate the need to stop Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy Slow down gradually Drive at reasonable speeds traveling at 105 km h 65 mph uses 15 more fuel than traveling at 88 km h 55 mph Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy Use of the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy Use of speed control if equipped may improve fuel economy Speed c...

Страница 181: ...e fuel economy Use of fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first 12 16 km 8 10 miles of driving Flat terrain driving improves fuel economy over hilly roads Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal Close windows for high speed driving EPA window s...

Страница 182: ...erformance of your vehicle and to its emissions system If other than Ford Motorcraft or Ford authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control such non Ford 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 emissio...

Страница 183: ...ng Lights and Chimes section of the Instrumentation chapter Your vehicle may not pass the I M test with the Check Engine Service Engine Soon light on If the vehicle s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced the OBD II system is reset to a not ready for I M test condition To ready the OBD II system for I M testing a minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as d...

Страница 184: ...b to break the next time the headlamps are operated To remove the headlamp bulb 1 Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position 2 Lift the hood and remove the protective cover from the top of the headlamps by lifting up on the rear corners and release the velcro attachments Lift the cover and pull towards the windshield 3 At the back of the headlamp pull back slightly and up on the two retainer pin...

Страница 185: ...bly by pushing straight in with the bulb s plastic base facing upward You may need to turn the bulb slightly to align the grooves in the plastic base with the tabs in the lamp assembly 2 Install the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base and lock the ring by rotating clockwise until it snaps into place 3 Connect the electrical connector to the bulb 4 Install the protective dust shield and lock ...

Страница 186: ...cing front parking lamp turn signal cornering lamp bulbs 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position 2 Open the hood and remove the protective cover from the top of the headlamps by lifting up on the rear corners and release the velcro attachments Lift the cover and pull towards the windshield 3 At the back of the headlamp pull back and up slightly on the two retainer pins to release t...

Страница 187: ...ollowing interior bulbs frequently interior overhead lamp map lamp Using the right bulbs Function Trade Number Headlamp 9007 Cornering lamp front 3156K Backup lamp 3457K 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 916 Stoplamp and tail lamp 3157K Redundant turn lamp rear 3157K Glovebox...

Страница 188: ...tween the 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 ...

Страница 189: ...om 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 remove the protective cover then locate the bubble level and the vertical adjustment screw The adjustment screw is located on the outboard side of the headlamp U D Maintenance and care 189 ...

Страница 190: ... or soap If your vehicle is particularly dirty use a quality car wash detergent Always use a clean sponge washing glove or similar device and plenty 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 ...

Страница 191: ... the Ford accessory line Observe the application instructions on the products Remove particles such as bird droppings tree sap insect remains tar spots road salt and industrial fallout immediately Cleaning the wheels Wash with the same detergent as the body of your vehicle Do not use acid based or alcohol based wheel cleaners steel wool fuel or strong detergents Never use abrasives that will damag...

Страница 192: ... same detergent as the exterior of your vehicle Use glass cleaner or tar remover if necessary To avoid scratching the lamps do not use a dry paper towel chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners Cleaning the wiper blades and windshield If the wiper blades do not wipe properly clean the wiper blade rubber element with undiluted windshield washer solution or a mild detergent To avoid damaging the blade...

Страница 193: ...r bag Such products could contaminate the side air bag system and affect performance of the side air bag in a collision 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 ...

Страница 194: ...s on the cleaner label Regular cleaning of your leather upholstery helps maintain its resiliency and color Do not use household cleaning products alcohol solutions solvents or cleaners intended for rubber vinyl or plastics Woodtone trim Wipe stains with a soft cloth and a multi purpose cleaning solution Inside windows Use glass cleaner for the inside windows if they become fogged Cleaning mirrors ...

Страница 195: ...L 6 0 quarts Engine coolant 1 All 15 0L 15 8 quarts Brake fluid 2 All Fill to line on reservoir Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCONt ATF All Fill to line on reservoir Fuel tank N A All 75 7L 20 0 gallons Automatic transaxle Motorcraft MERCONtV ATF All 13 0L 13 7 quarts Windshield washer fluid Ultra Clear Windshield Washer Concentrate All Fill to line on reservoir 1 If your engine coolant is gre...

Страница 196: ...uel filler door hinge and seat tracks Multi Purpose Grease DOAZ 19584 AA or F5AZ 19G209 AA ESB M1C93 B or ESR M1C159 A Lock cylinders Penetrating Lubricant E8AZ 19A501 B none Automatic transaxle AX4N Motorcraft MERCONtV ATF XT 5 QM MERCONtV Engine oil Motorcraft 5W30 Super Premium Motor Oil XO 5W30 QSP WSS M2C153 G and API Certification Mark Constant velocity joints CV Joint Grease High Temp E43Z ...

Страница 197: ...able DOT 4 fluid meeting Ford specification SAE J 1704 DOT 4 can be used ENGINE DATA Engine 4 6L DOHC V8 engine Cubic inches 281 Horsepower 275 5750 rpm Torque 275 lb ft 4750 rpm Recommended fuel 91 octane Firing order 1 3 7 2 6 5 4 8 Spark plug gap 1 3 1 4 mm 0 052 0 056 inch Ignition system Coil on plug Compression ratio 9 8 1 VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle dimensions mm in 1 Overall length 5 294 7 ...

Страница 198: ...1 4 5 3 2 Capacities and specifications 198 ...

Страница 199: ... 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 XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX T...

Страница 200: ...ng areas if applicable the left and right front fenders the left and right front doors the front and rear bumpers the hood the left and right rear quarter panels the decklid the liftgate if equipped 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 equipped XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX AIR BAG Cap...

Страница 201: ...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 202: ... your vehicle 190 engine compartment 191 exterior 191 193 exterior lamps 192 plastic parts 192 washing 190 waxing 191 wheels 191 windows 194 wiper blades 192 woodtone trim 194 Clock 32 Compass electronic 71 calibration 72 set zone adjustment 71 Console 78 79 overhead 55 Controls power seat 92 94 Coolant 160 161 checking and adding 159 refill capacities 161 Defrost rear window 31 Emission control s...

Страница 203: ...see Turn signal 48 Lights warning and indicator air bag 7 anti lock brakes ABS 8 brake 7 charging system 9 oil pressure 9 safety belt 7 service engine soon 6 traction control off 9 turn signal indicator 8 Locks childproof 77 Lumbar support seats 94 Message center date economy button 15 16 menu button 17 reset button 16 system check button 13 warning messages 14 Mirrors 67 automatic dimming rearvie...

Страница 204: ... Steering wheel 49 tilting 53 Tachometer 11 Tires 168 169 170 171 172 changing 142 checking the pressure 172 replacing 173 rotating 172 snow tires and chains 174 tire grades 172 treadwear 171 Towing wrecker 151 Transaxle fluid refill capacities 195 Transmission 162 fluid checking and adding automatic 162 163 Trunk 82 remote release lever 77 Turn signal 10 Universal transmitter see garage door open...

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Страница 208: ...matic transmission fluid is used for a specific application Check the container to verify the fluid is MERCONt and or MERCONt V 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 MERCONt or only MERCONt V requirements must not be used interchangeably DO NOT mix MERCONt and MERCONt V Transmission flui...

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