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Controls and features

Without a CD in the CD radio
unit

Press CD once to operate the CD

changer.

Disc selection

During CD playback, press the

preset buttons to select and play a

disc from the CD changer.

Track selection

Press SEEK to return to the start

of the track being played. If pressed

within three seconds of the start of

a track, the previous track will be

selected.
Press SEEK to select the next

track. Track selection, forward or

backwards, only applies to tracks

on the disc selected.

Fast forward/reverse

Press and hold SEEK or SEEK

to search backwards or forwards

across the tracks on the disc.

Содержание Cougar 2000

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Страница 2: ...ing and safety restraints 98 Starting 138 Driving 145 Roadside emergencies 169 Maintenance and care 191 Capacities and specifications 254 Customer assistance 260 Reporting safety defects U S only 272 Index 273 Contents Before driving Starting and driving Servicing ...

Страница 3: ...teps towards protecting the environment WARNINGS Provide information which may reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others your vehicle and its equipment BREAKING IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no particular breakingĆin 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 ...

Страница 4: ...Introduction INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE ...

Страница 5: ...e Child Seat Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchorage Brake System AntiĆLock Brake System Brake Fluid NonĆPetroleum Based Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash Wipe Windshield Defrost Demist Rear Window Defrost Demist Power Windows Front Rear Power Window Lockout ...

Страница 6: ...Introduction Vehicle symbol glossary ...

Страница 7: ...l Page 75 Tilt steering wheel lever Page 79 Speed control Page 87 Luggage compartment release Page 195 Hood release Page 76 Turn signal high beams Page 8 Instrument cluster Page 75 Hazard flasher control Page 77 Windshield wiper washer control Page 74 Ignition switch Page 117 Air bag system ...

Страница 8: ...ems may differ from those shown here However the page references given still apply Page 28 Rear window defroster control Page 35 Audio system Page 12 Traction control system Page 29 Climate controls Page 95 AntiĆtheft system status indicator Page 26 Trip computer if equipped ...

Страница 9: ...rs the engine s emission control system This system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System OBD II This OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your vehicle ...

Страница 10: ...nction Temporary malfunctions may cause your check engine light to illuminate Examples are 1 The vehicle has run out of fuel The engine may misfire or run poorly 2 Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel 3 The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely tightened These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel and or properly installing a...

Страница 11: ... your catalytic converter You should drive in a moderate fashion avoid heavy acceleration 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 ...

Страница 12: ...Instrumentation Air bag readiness Foglamps Foglamp control Controls and features Turn signals ...

Страница 13: ...Instrumentation High beams Traction control system if equipped Safety belt Safety belt warning light and warning chime Seating and safety restraints ...

Страница 14: ... normal range when the engine is running Refer to the Maintenance and care chapter to check the engine oil level as soon as possible If the engine oil level is correct and the light remains illuminated do not start the engine See your dealer or a qualified service technician Brake system warning Extinguishes when the parking brake is released Illuminates after releasing the parking brake to indica...

Страница 15: ...Instrumentation Low coolant if equipped Maintenance and care Anti lock brake system ABS if equipped ...

Страница 16: ...Instrumentation O D off indicator automatic transaxle only Automatic transaxle warning if equipped ...

Страница 17: ...hts should illuminate charging system safety belt does not illuminate if the driver s safety belt is fastened low coolant engine oil pressure check engine air bag readiness traction control brake system and ABS The overhead warning lights if equipped should also illuminate briefly If any of these lights do not illuminate see your dealer or qualified service technician ...

Страница 18: ...hime Sounds when the key is left in the off lock or accessory position and the driver s door is open Safety belt warning chime For information on the safety belt warning chime refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter Liftgate ajar warning chime if equipped Sounds when the ignition is in the on position and the liftgate is ajar or open The interior dome lamp will also illuminate ...

Страница 19: ...Instrumentation INSTRUMENT CLUSTER GAUGES Engine coolant temperature gauge Cooling system Maintenance and care ...

Страница 20: ... Instrumentation Tachometer Trip odometer Trip computer Controls and features Speedometer Odometer ...

Страница 21: ... 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 Low fuel reminder Illuminates as an early reminder of a low fuel condition indicated on the fuel gauge When refueling the vehicle after the light first comes on the amount of fuel that can be added will be less t...

Страница 22: ...be performed Check your maintenance schedule to determine the routine service to be completed Routine service should be performed by an authorized Ford or Lincoln Mercury Dealer The light should be switched off by your Ford or Lincoln Mercury Dealer after completing the service To reset the light hold the SELECT and UNITS buttons on the trip computer for 5 seconds The service interval light will b...

Страница 23: ...lluminates when 0ºC 32ºF and below The red sign warns of an increased danger of icy roads The absence of a light in cold temperatures does not necessarily mean that there is no risk of ice on the road Caution should be exercised when weather conditions indicate that ice may be present Even if the air temperature rises to above 4_C 39_F it is no guarantee that the road is free of ice ...

Страница 24: ...Instrumentation Washer fluid warning Door ajar ...

Страница 25: ...Controls and features INSTRUMENT PANEL CONTROLS Headlamp control ...

Страница 26: ...utput when the ignition is in the on position and the headlamp is in the off position Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather The Daytime Running Lights DRL system may not provide adequate lighting output during these conditions Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision Panel dimmer control Adjust the control to vary t...

Страница 27: ...r fuel consumption Press the UNITS button to toggle between English or Metric units Press the RESET button to set the function to zero if resetable Temperature Shows the outside air temperature It may take several minutes of driving for the display to update the present temperature Average speed Shows the average speed since last reset ...

Страница 28: ...ormat To toggle between 12 or 24 hour format depress the CLOCK button Then press the UNITS button until HR is in the display Press the RESET button to toggle between 12 and 24 hours To advance the hours press the UNITS button again until the hour flashes Press the RESET button to advance the hours To advance the minutes press the UNITS button again until the minutes flash Press the RESET button to...

Страница 29: ...Controls and features Traction control system if equipped Traction Control Driving Rear window defroster Front ashtray ...

Страница 30: ...Controls and features Climate controls Vents ...

Страница 31: ...temperature is 4 C 39 F or higher Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after 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 ...

Страница 32: ...vehicle A C if equipped Uses outside air to cool the vehicle It is quieter than MAX A C but not as economical Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers However the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operat...

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Страница 34: ...pped will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging Operating Tips For best cooling performance select MAX A C if equipped to cool the vehicle quickly In humid weather select before driving This will reduce fogging on your windshield After a few minutes select any desired position The outer vents can be used to defrost the side windows This operates in all modes except defrost To operate ...

Страница 35: ...the airflow and reduce your ability to see through the windshield In addition avoid placing small objects on top of your instrument panel These objects can fall into the defroster outlets and block airflow and possibly damage your climate control system Cabin air filter Your vehicle is equipped with an air filter that removes pollen and road dust from outside air before it is directed to the inter...

Страница 36: ... edge first then the leftĆhand side until the retaining latch is engaged Replacement panels Your Ford Dealer will require the following if you need to order a replacement panel 1 Your name and address 2 The Vehicle Identification Number visible on a plate mounted in the engine compartment 3 The audio unit type e g 4500 4600 4 Proof of identification e g driver s license identity card 5 A vehicle i...

Страница 37: ...Controls and features Radio reception AM reception FM reception ...

Страница 38: ...ically switches off after one hour Audio power can also be turned on by pressing the AM FM select control or the tape CD select control Audio power is turned off by using the volume power control Turn control to raise or lower volume If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned...

Страница 39: ...e Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play AM FM select in CD or CD changer mode if equipped Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play AM FM select The AM FM select control works in radio tape and CD modes AM FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands Press the control to switch between AM FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations AM F...

Страница 40: ...Controls and features Tune adjust Tune adjust in radio mode A Tune adjust for CD changer if equipped A ...

Страница 41: ...ve to the next frequency up the band whether or not a listenable station is located there Hold for quick movement Seek function The seek function control works in radio tape or CD mode Seek function radio mode Press A to find the next listenable station down the frequency band Press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band Seek function in tape mode Press A to listen to the previo...

Страница 42: ...Controls and features Seek function for CD or CD changer if equipped A A Seek function Seek function in radio mode A Seek function in tape mode A ...

Страница 43: ...e frequency band Press the control again to stop the scan mode Scan function in tape mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the tape The tape scans in a forward direction At the end of the tape s first side direction automatically reverses to the opposite side of the tape To stop on a particular selection press the control again Scan function in CD or CD changer ...

Страница 44: ...e end of the tape s first side direction automatically reverses to the opposite side of the tape To stop on a particular selection press the control again Scan function in CD mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short 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 ag...

Страница 45: ... allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations This feature is helpful on trips when you travel between cities with with different radio stations Starting autoset memory preset 1 Select a frequency using the AM FM select controls 2 Press the AUTO control 3 When the first six strong stations are filled the station stored in memory preset control 1...

Страница 46: ...e or decrease the audio system s bass output Press the BASS control then press A to decrease the bass output and to increase the bass output Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s treble output Press the TREB control then press A to decrease the treble output and to increase the treble output Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution c...

Страница 47: ...d 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 If returning from radio or tape mode CD play will begin where it stopped last With the dual media audio system press the CD control to toggle between single CD and CD changer play if equipped Tape select To begin tape play with a tape...

Страница 48: ...the CD within the current track Fast forward The fast forward control works in tape and CD modes In the tape mode tape direction will automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached In CD mode pressing the control fast forwards the CD within the current track Tape direction select Press SIDE 1Ć2 to play the alternate side of a tape Eject function Press the EJ control to stop and eject a ...

Страница 49: ...poration Compression adjust Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust Shuffle feature The shuffle feature operates in CD mode if equipped and plays all tracks on the current disc in random order If equipped with the CD changer the shuffle feature continues to the next disc ...

Страница 50: ...Controls and features Shuffle feature Mute button ...

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Страница 53: ...ne hour with the ignition turned off The radio automatically switches off after one hour Volume control The display indicates the level selected Bass Treble control Press BASS TREBLE once for bass or twice for treble and use the volume control for adjustment The display indicates the level selected ...

Страница 54: ...h front and rear speakers only Seek tuning control SEEK During radio reception press A or to locate the next station down or up the waveband selected Scan tuning control Press the SCAN button The radio tunes to and plays the next station on the waveband After a short period it tunes to and plays the next station During this scan SCAN appears in the display If you wish to continue listening to a st...

Страница 55: ...ects six strong FM station signals and stores them on the preset buttons Press and hold the AM FM button to activate AutoStore AST flashes in the display while the unit searches through the FM frequencies When the search is complete sound is restored on preset button 1 Other stored stations can be selected using the other preset buttons Alternatively AutoStore can be used as an additional waveband...

Страница 56: ...oStore bands Stereo indicator The symbol shows whenever a stereo signal is received CD Changer Refer to the section CD changer MENU button main features radio Use the MENU button to access main menu features and the SEEK button for adjustment Manual tuning Press the MENU button repeatedly until a display like the one shown opposite appears Then use the SEEK button to make manual tuning adjustments...

Страница 57: ...hen selected Automatic Volume Control increases or decreases the audio unit s volume level to compensate for engine and road speed noise This feature is not available on some vehicles and will not appear as a menu function Cassette radio units only Tape control buttons Insert a tape and playback will automatically override radio or CD TAPE A or TAPE B appears in the display to indicate which side ...

Страница 58: ...g of the tape is reached press both and buttons part way in to restart playback If rewind is engaged during radio reception tape playback will automatically restart when the beginning of the tape is reached During fast forward and rewind radio transmission is automatically restored with Automatic Music Search function turned off Auto reverse If the end of the tape is reached auto reverse operates ...

Страница 59: ...k Press both tape buttons partially in or press AMS to resume tape playback Automatic Music Search AMS Press AMS to turn this function on or off With this feature activated press either A or buttons as appropriate to obtain the previous or next track on the tape Cassette care and maintenance For best possible sound quality use tape cassettes that are clean and in good condition It is also recommen...

Страница 60: ... on NR ON or off NR OFF With the function on background tape noise is reduced Automatic Volume Control AVC Press the MENU button repeatedly until a display like the one shown opposite appears Then use the SEEK button to turn this function on AVC 1 to AVC 7 or off AVC OFF When selected Automatic Volume Control increases or decreases the audio unit s volume level to compensate for engine and road sp...

Страница 61: ... inserted NO CD appears in the display The display indicates elapsed track time up to 19 59 If the track is longer than twenty minutes the first digit flashes while the rest of the numeral returns to zero and starts counting again Track selection Press A SEEK to return to the start of the track being played If pressed within three seconds of the start of a track the previous track will be selected...

Страница 62: ...track press SCAN Pressing SCAN at any time will end the scan To end CD playback Press the AM FM button to restore radio reception without ejecting the disc If reselected the CD will start from wherever playback was last interrupted A square in the display indicates there is a disc inserted CD eject During CD playback press When ejected the disc is held ready for removal If it is left as it is the ...

Страница 63: ... are as follows Display Description rectification E11 or E15 Internal fault see your dealer E12 Clean the disc and try again If error still shows see your dealer E14 Ambient temperature too hot unit will not work until it has cooled down E16 There is an eject fault see your dealer CD Changer Refer to the section CD changer MENU button main features CD Use the MENU button to access main menu featur...

Страница 64: ...ew track is selected If an optional CD changer is fitted the audio unit plays all the tracks on the disc selected then moves onto the next disc in the CD magazine and plays the tracks on that in random sequence Track compression COMP Press the MENU button repeatedly until a display like the one shown opposite appears Then use the SEEK button to turn this function on or off With the function on qui...

Страница 65: ...unction on AVC 1 to AVC 7 or off AVC OFF When selected Automatic Volume Control increases or decreases the audio unit s volume level to compensate for engine and road speed noise The SEEK button provides a selection of settings between AVC OFF and AVC 7 The display shows the level selected This feature is not available on some vehicles and may not appear as a menu function ...

Страница 66: ...e disc magazine The CD changer magazine takes up to six discs numbered 1 to 6 starting from the bottom To load a disc Slide open the CD changer unit door press the eject button and remove the magazine Insert individual discs label side up into each slot until they click into a held position Do not insert more than one disc into each position ...

Страница 67: ...Controls and features To eject a disc To insert the magazine CD care and maintenance ...

Страница 68: ...elected and played sequentially in ascending order Disc one follows disc six The display indicates elapsed track time up to 19 59 If the track is longer than twenty minutes the first digit flashes while the rest of the numeral returns to zero and starts counting CD radio units During radio reception press CD twice to operate the CD changer During CD playback press CD once to operate the CD changer...

Страница 69: ...nger Track selection Press SEEK to return to the start of the track being played If pressed within three seconds of the start of a track the previous track will be selected Press SEEK to select the next track Track selection forward or backwards only applies to tracks on the disc selected Fast forward reverse Press and hold SEEK or SEEK to search backwards or forwards across the tracks on the disc...

Страница 70: ...Controls and features To pause CD changer playback Cassette radio units CD radio units To resume CD changer playback ...

Страница 71: ...Controls and features Disc magazine missing ...

Страница 72: ...lows Display Description rectification CD ERROR or E5 Internal fault see your dealer E2 or E3 Clean the disc and try again If error still shows see your dealer E4 Ambient temperature too hot unit will not work until it has cooled down MENU button main features CD Use the MENU button to access main menu features and the SEEK button for adjustment ...

Страница 73: ...by SHUF as a new track is selected If an optional CD changer is fitted the audio unit plays all the tracks on the disc selected then moves onto the next disc in the CD magazine and plays the tracks on that in random sequence Track compression COMP Press the MENU button repeatedly until a display like the one shown opposite appears Then use the SEEK button to turn this function on or off With the f...

Страница 74: ...utton to turn this function on AVC ON or off AVC OFF When selected Automatic Volume Control increases or decreases the audio unit s volume level to compensate for engine and road speed noise The SEEK button provides a selection of settings between AVC OFF and AVC 7 The display shows the level selected This feature is not available on some vehicles and may not appear as a menu function ...

Страница 75: ...transaxles the ignition key can return to this position only if the gearshift lever is in P Park 2 The accessory position Steering unlocked radio operational Ignition and all main electrical circuits are disabled The ignition key should not be left in this position for too long to avoid discharging the battery unnecessarily ...

Страница 76: ...ocking lever on the steering column cover up to adjust the steering column position Secure the wheel by releasing the locking lever Never adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is moving Hazard flasher control Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown or approaching danger Depress to activate Depress again to switch off The hazard lights can be operated when the ignition i...

Страница 77: ...Controls and features Multi function switch Right turn signal Left turn signal ...

Страница 78: ...Controls and features Flash to pass High beam headlamps Windshield wipers and washer Wipers ...

Страница 79: ...ime interval 6 Extended time interval Washer Pull the lever toward the steering wheel The washer operates in conjunction with the windshield wipers Rear window wipers and washer if equipped Wiper To turn it on push the wiper control inward Push the control in again to turn it off Washer Push the lever away from the steering wheel ...

Страница 80: ...ontrol in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved To turn speed control on Press On Vehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is travelling at or above 48 km h 30 mph Do not shift the gearshift lever into N Neutral with the speed control on ...

Страница 81: ...rive 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 in overdrive you may want to shift to the next lower gear to reduce your vehicle speed If your vehicle sl...

Страница 82: ... press You may accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speed control usage Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle speed to the previously set speed To set a lower speed Press and hold Release the control when the desired vehicle speed is reached or press and release Each press will decrease the set speed by 1 6 km h 1 mph or depress the brake pedal When the desir...

Страница 83: ...t speed To return to a set speed Press For to operate the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km h 30 mph OVERHEAD CONTROLS Interior lamps The interior lamps have three switch positions door delay off and on When the control is switched to door delay 12 SEC the interior light stays on for 12 seconds after the doors are closed with the ignition off Door delay Off On ...

Страница 84: ...is switched on To lift the rear of the sunroof With the sunroof closed press the rear part of the control Press the front part of the control to lower the sunroof To open and close the sunroof To open the sunroof press the rear part of the control after the rear of the sunroof has been lifted The sunroof is fully open when approximately 2 3 of the opening is exposed Press the front part of the con...

Страница 85: ... the selected mirror by moving the center control in the desired direction Then turn the control back to the center position Breakaway mirrors Due to safety reasons your door mirrors are designed to fold back when minor contact occurs To return the door mirror to its original position push it back into the mirror support Heated mirrors if equipped The heated mirrors are activated by turning on the...

Страница 86: ...Controls and features Power windows One touch down Power door locks FLOOR MOUNTED CONTROLS Parking brake Preparing to start the vehicle Starting ...

Страница 87: ... in the footwell Place the mat eyelet over the pointed end of the retention post from the rear and rotate forward to install Adjust the floor mat position to allow proper operation of accelerator pedal brake pedal and clutch pedal if equipped To remove lift the floor mat just forward of the retention post and rotate it rearward to disengage it from the retention post Fuel pump shut off switch For ...

Страница 88: ...Controls and features LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT Remote luggage compartment control Interior luggage compartment release if equipped ...

Страница 89: ...f the luggage compartment following brief exposure to ambient light The T shaped handle will be located either on the luggage compartment door lid or inside the luggage compartment near the tail lamps Keep vehicle doors and luggage compartment locked and keep keys out of a child s reach Unsupervised children could lock themselves in an open trunk and risk injury Children should be taught not to pl...

Страница 90: ...Controls and features Closing the liftgate ...

Страница 91: ...Controls and features Cargo cover Removing the cargo cover Replacing the cargo cover ...

Страница 92: ...Controls and features REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM if equipped Locking the doors Unlocking the doors ...

Страница 93: ...Controls and features Opening the luggage compartment Sounding the panic alarm Replacing the battery ...

Страница 94: ...the dealer for reprogramming if a transmitter is lost or you want to purchase additional transmitters This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSĆ210 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 operat...

Страница 95: ...and liftgate fully closed to allow activation The turn signal lamps will flash once to indicate the system is activated If the lamps do not flash once the system is not activated Alarm Opening any door the hood or liftgate will activate the alarm when activated Once triggered the system flashes the turn signal lamps and sounds the alarm system horn Disarming the system The system can be disarmed b...

Страница 96: ...s used Automatic arming The system is armed five seconds after switching off the ignition The armed status is indicated when the control light flashes every two seconds The light is located on the dashboard above the climate controls Automatic disarming Switching on the ignition disarms the system if the correct code is recognized Keys Your vehicle is supplied with two coded keys Only these keys c...

Страница 97: ...Controls and features Functional check ...

Страница 98: ...he key back to position 1 and remove from the ignition switch within 5 seconds the key coding mode is now activated If an uncoded key is now inserted in the ignition switch and turned to position 3 within 10 seconds this key is coded to the system If coding is not completed correctly the control light flashes after the ignition is switched on with the newly coded key Repeat the coding process This...

Страница 99: ...Seating and safety restraints HEAD RESTRAINTS Adjusting the head restraints SEATING Manually adjusting the seats ...

Страница 100: ...Seating and safety restraints ...

Страница 101: ...seat Adjusting the power seats if equipped The controls are located on the left front corner of the seat Move the relevant control in the respective direction to adjust the seat seatback and lumbar as follows Seat 1 Forward and backward 2 Height of the entire seat Seatback 3 Seatback inclination Lumbar support 4 Lumbar support ...

Страница 102: ...under the roof structure to avoid making contact with the closing liftgate Close the liftgate carefully Folding rear seats Pull the release knob located in the luggage compartment Fold down the seat To raise the rear seatback push the seatback upward until it locks in place Make sure it is firmly latched by pushing forward and back on it Check to see that the seat and seatback are latched securely...

Страница 103: ...cupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belt even when the air bag SRS is provided It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safet...

Страница 104: ... of injury in the event of a headĆon collision This seat belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to pay out webbing in a controlled manner This feature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant s chest After any vehicle collision the seat belt system at all outboard seating positions except driver which has no automatic locking retractor feature must be checked...

Страница 105: ... is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in the Service Manual Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions Using safety restraints properly Combination lap and shoulder belt To fasten insert the tongue into the slot in the buckle until you hear it snap and feel it lock To unfasten push the release button and remove t...

Страница 106: ...er swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder 3 Never use a single belt for more than one person Vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode which locks the belts in response to vehicle movement For example if the driver brakes suddenly turns a corner sharply or your vehicle receives an impact of 8 km h 5 mph or more the com...

Страница 107: ... the vehicle For information on the proper use of a child safety seat refer to Safety seats for children later in this chapter Using automatic locking mode The automatic locking mode must be used when installing a child safety seat in any passenger seat 1 Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt until you hear it snap and feel it lock 2 Grasp the shoulder belt portion and pull downward until t...

Страница 108: ...ition the shoulder belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision To lower the height of the shoulder belt 1 Push the release control lever down 2 Slide the seat belt loop down To raise the height of the shoulder belt 1 Slide the...

Страница 109: ...Seating and safety restraints Safety belt warning light and warning chime Conditions of operation If Then ...

Страница 110: ...t is not buckled approximately 5 seconds after the safety belt warning light has turned off The Belt Minder feature is activated the Safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds repeating for approximately 5 minutes or until safety belt is buckled The driver s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime ...

Страница 111: ...etimes I m not going far 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles of home Belts are uncomfortable Ford designs its safety belts to enhance comfort If you are uncomfortable Ć try different positions for the safety belt upper anchorage and seatback which should be as upright as possible this can improve comfort I was in a hurry Prime time for an accident Belt Minder reminds us to take a few second...

Страница 112: ...aths occur 4 times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people Children and younger brothers sisters imitate behavior they see I have an air bag Air bags offer greater protection when used with safety belts Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and side crashes or rollovers I d rather be thrown clear Not a good idea people who are ejected are 40 times more likely to DIE Safety bel...

Страница 113: ... during an ignition ON cycle Belt Minder will be disabled for that ignition cycle only Deactivating activating the Belt Minder feature Read steps 1Ć9 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation activation programming procedure The Belt Minder feature can be deactivated activated by performing the following procedure Before following the procedure make sure that the parking brake is set the ...

Страница 114: ...ty belt warning light turns off approximately 1Ć2 minutes Steps 3 5 must be completed within 60 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated 3 Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times ending with the safety belt unbuckled This can be done before or during Belt Minder warning activation 4 Turn on the headlamps turn off the headlamps 5 Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times en...

Страница 115: ... disabling Belt Minder is provided by flashing the Safety belt light four times per second for three seconds 8 Confirmation of enabling Belt Minder is provided by flashing the Safety belt light four times per second for three seconds followed by three seconds with the Safety belt light off then followed by flashing the Safety belt light four times per second for three seconds again 9 After receivi...

Страница 116: ...belt Manufacturer identification is located on the label at the end of the webbing Do not use the extension to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks wears or cuts and replace if necessary All safety belt ass...

Страница 117: ...Seating and safety restraints Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts Maintenance and care ...

Страница 118: ...Seating and safety restraints AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM SRS ...

Страница 119: ...n while still reaching the pedals comfortably Recline your seat one or two notches from the upright position Do not put anything on or over the air bag module Placing objects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause 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...

Страница 120: ...Seating and safety restraints Children and air bags ...

Страница 121: ...t of the type sufficient to cause activation Air bags are designed to inflate in frontal and nearĆfrontal collisions not rollover sideĆimpact or rear impacts The air bags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation After air bag deployment it is normal to notice a smokeĆlike powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant This may consist of cornstarch talcum powder to lubricate the bag or sodium co...

Страница 122: ... bag deployment Thus it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the air bag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation If the air bag is inflated the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately If the air bag is not replaced the unrepaired...

Страница 123: ... indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Air 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 any of these indications happen ev...

Страница 124: ...s 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 door the side air bag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback Do not attempt to service repair or modify the air bag Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses See your Ford or LincolnĆMercury dealer All occupants of the...

Страница 125: ...Seating and safety restraints How does the side air bag system work if equipped ...

Страница 126: ...owing An inflatable nylon bag air bag with a gas generator concealed behind the outboard bolster of the driver and front passenger seatbacks The same warning light electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front air bags Two crash sensors located under the outboard side of the seat attached to the floor Keep the sensors free from contact with water If water has entered the floor area ...

Страница 127: ...ng The readiness light will either flash or stay lit The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after the ignition is turned on If either of these indications occur even intermittently 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 Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped v...

Страница 128: ...ossible put children in one of the rear seats of your vehicle Accident statistics indicate that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seats than in the front seats Do not leave children unreliable adults or pets unattended in your vehicle Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather they could burn a small child Check seat covers and...

Страница 129: ...our 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 any infant or child restraint you might use Whenever possible put children in on...

Страница 130: ... children who have outgrown child safety seats Ford recommends use of a beltĆpositioning booster seat that is labelled as conforming to all federal motor vehicle safety standards BeltĆpositioning 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 beltĆ positioning booster seat shou...

Страница 131: ...d in a sudden stop or collision Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child The best fit can be obtained with a child safety seat that has a base wide enough to span the depression of the rear seat so that it rests on the highest part of the seat cushion Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions with the safety sea...

Страница 132: ...e tongue between the child seat and the release button to prevent accidental unbuckling Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to Using automatic locking mode in this chapter Ford recommends the use 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...

Страница 133: ...Seating and safety restraints Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seat positions ...

Страница 134: ...ctions 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 5 To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard ...

Страница 135: ...eat 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 automatic locking mode you should not be able to pull more belt out If the retractor is not locked unbuckle the belt and rep...

Страница 136: ...tact the manufacturer of the child seat for information about ordering a tether strap Your vehicle is equipped with builtĆin tether strap anchors located in the rear of the vehicle as described below The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions shown from top view left is front of vehicle Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown in the drawi...

Страница 137: ...under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts if you can Otherwise route the tether strap over the top of the seatback 3 Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position as shown previously 4 Clip the tether strap to the anchor 5 Refer to the Installing child safety seats in the combination lap and shoulder belt seating position section in this chapter for further instru...

Страница 138: ...e safety seat assure that the tether strap is fastened securely Also test the safety seat before you place the child in it Tilt the seat from side to side Also try to tug the seat forward Check to see if the belts hold the seat in place If the child safety seat is not anchored properly the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases ...

Страница 139: ...he vehicle checked by your dealer or a qualified service technician Do not allow the vehicle to idle for more than ten minutes Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system creating the risk of fire or other damage Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compart...

Страница 140: ...ne See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions IMPORTANT VENTILATION 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 1 inch Adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air Refer to climate controls in the Controls and Features chapter ...

Страница 141: ...ecautions 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 harmful and could kill you Have the exhaust and body ventilation system checked whenever the vehicle is raised for service the sound of the exhaust system changes the vehicle has be...

Страница 142: ...pressing the accelerator pedal before or during starting Only use the accelerator pedal when you have difficulty starting the engine For more information on starting the vehicle refer to Starting the engine in this chapter Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts For more information on safety belts and their proper usage refer to the Seating an...

Страница 143: ... turn over Put the gearshift into neutral 3 Turn the key to the on position without turning the key to start Make sure the following lights illuminate charging system if equipped low coolant engine oil pressure check engine air bag readiness traction control brake system ABS and safety belt If a light fails to illuminate have the vehicle serviced by your dealer or a qualified service technician If...

Страница 144: ... OR the temperature is below 12ºC 10ºF depress the accelerator pedal and start the engine while holding the accelerator pedal down Release the accelerator pedal when the engine starts Vehicles equipped with the 2 0 l engine If the engine fails to start continue to crank with the accelerator depressed about 1 4 of the way down and hold that position until the engine starts DO NOT crank for more tha...

Страница 145: ...gly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach 23ºC 10ºF or below For best results plug the heater in at least three hours before starting the vehicle Using the heater for more than three hours will not harm the engine so the heater can be plugged in the night before starting the vehicle To prevent electrical shock do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or twoĆ...

Страница 146: ...rom 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 wet or snowy roads is normal and indicates proper functioning of the vehicle s antiĆlock brake system If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder while braking felt mainly in the steering wheel the vehicl...

Страница 147: ... during brake applications and compensating for this tendency The wheels are prevented from locking even when the brakes are firmly applied Braking with ABS In an emergency apply full force on the brake The ABS will be activated immediately allowing you to retain full steering control of your vehicle and providing there is sufficient space will help you to avoid obstacles and bring the vehicle to ...

Страница 148: ...up slightly 2 Press and hold the release button 3 Push handle downward to the off position Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park automatic transaxle or in 1 first manual transaxle To prevent personal injury do not release the parking brake while outside the vehicle ...

Страница 149: ...oning to regulate tire traction The light illuminates continuously to indicate a fault in the system You should not take unnecessary driving risks because of the system s safety potential Switching off traction control If you become stuck in snow or on a slippery road surface try switching off the traction control system by pressing the switch This may allow the excess wheel spin to dig the vehicl...

Страница 150: ...he engine is running This can damage the power steering pump TRANSAXLE OPERATION Automatic transaxle if equipped Your 2 5 l V6 automatic transaxle electronically controls the shift feel by using an adaptive learning strategy This feature is designed to optimize shift smoothness It is normal for your transaxle to adjust during the first few hundred kilometers miles of operation until the adaptive s...

Страница 151: ...ft to the position you choose To operate 1 Start the engine 2 Depress and hold the brake pedal 3 Move the gearshift lever out of P Park Overriding the brake shift interlock feature If you cannot move the gearshift lever from P Park with the brake pedal depressed 1 Turn the ignition off and remove the ignition key 2 Apply the parking brake and the brake pedal 3 Insert a screwdriver or similar item ...

Страница 152: ...edure may have to be repeated each time the gearshift is placed in park until repairs are completed The brakeĆshift interlock feature is designed to further enhance the safety of vehicle occupants when the vehicle is placed into gear To preserve the benefits of this feature have any repairs completed promptly The consoleĆmounted gearshift will lock when you turn the key to the lock position When t...

Страница 153: ...battery When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the transaxle must relearn its adaptive strategy Optimal shifting will resume within a few hundred kilometers miles of operation Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift lever from P Park to another position If you do not hold the brake pedal down your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone P Park Always...

Страница 154: ...le operates in gears one through four D Overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the transaxle control switch on the side of the gearshift lever O D OFF will illuminate in the instrument cluster Drive Drive O D off illuminated Activate by pressing the transaxle control switch on the underside of the gearshift lever The transaxle operates in gears one through three D Drive provides more engine brak...

Страница 155: ...tarted you must press the transaxle control switch to cancel overdrive operation if driving in overdrive is not desired 2 Second Use 2 Second to startĆup on slippery roads or to provide additional engine braking on downgrades 1 First Use 1 Low to provide maximum engine braking on steep downgrades Upshifts can be made by shifting to 2 Second or to D Overdrive Selecting 1 Low at higher speeds causes...

Страница 156: ...manual transaxle 1 Hold down the brake pedal 2 Depress the clutch pedal 3 Put the gearshift lever in neutral 4 Start the vehicle 5 Put the gearshift in 1 First or R Reverse 6 Release the clutch slowly while pressing gradually down on the accelerator pedal Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal Do not use the clutch to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill These...

Страница 157: ...2 Second to third 40 25 32 20 Third to fourth 53 33 46 29 Fourth to fifth 77 48 64 40 2 5 litre engine 5 speed transaxle shift speed schedules Recommended upshifts During acceleration During cruise Shift from km h mph km h mph First to second 22 14 16 10 Second to third 40 25 32 20 Third to fourth 53 33 50 31 Fourth to fifth 73 45 64 40 The vehicle can be shifted at lower speeds to improve fuel ec...

Страница 158: ...king brake Reverse To shift into R Reverse 1 Completely stop your vehicle 2 Depress the clutch pedal to the floor and place the gearshift lever in the neutral position Do not release the clutch pedal 3 Push the gearshift lever completely to the right pull up the ring on the stalk of the gearshift lever and then pull rearward on the gearshift lever to engage the R Reverse gear 4 When the R Reverse ...

Страница 159: ...ard equipment fluids and lubricants It does not include passengers or aftermarket equipment Payload Combined maximum allowable weight of passengers cargo and optional equipment The payload equals the gross vehicle weight rating minus base curb weight GVW Gross Vehicle Weight Base curb weight plus the payload weight The GVW is not a limit or a specification ...

Страница 160: ... Axle Weight Rating Carrying capacity for each axle system front and rear The GAWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Compliance Certification Label on the driver s door pillar GCW Gross Combined Weight The GCW is the maximum combined weight of the towing vehicle including passengers and cargo and the loaded trailer The GCW is specified by the manufacturer to indicate the comb...

Страница 161: ...eight capacities than the originals because they might lower the vehicle s GVWR and GAWR Replacement tires with a higher weight limit than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations In high altitudes engines will lose power at a rate of 3 power per 300 m 1 000 ft increase in elevation A reduction in GVW and GCW is recommended for maximum vehicle performance Do not exceed the GVWR ...

Страница 162: ...plus the total weight of passengers and cargo should never exceed the GVWR The weight that the vehicle carries over the front and rear axles should never exceed the GAWR for the respective axle The weight limits of your vehicle s tires affect the GVWR and GAWR limitations Using tires with higher weight limits than the original tires will not increase the GVWR or GAWR of your vehicle using tires wi...

Страница 163: ...ntal area Do not drive faster than 72 km h 45 mph while towing a 454 kg 1 000 lb trailer Your vehicle does not come from the factory fully equipped to tow No towing packages are available through Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealers Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle s engine transaxle axle brakes tires and suspension For your safety and to maximize vehicle performance be sure to use ...

Страница 164: ...en driving while trailer towing Refer to Driving while towing a trailer in this chapter Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer Refer to the severe duty schedule in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 800 km 500 miles Refer to the instructions included with towing accessories for the proper installation and adjustment s...

Страница 165: ...mmended gross trailer weight could result in engine damage transaxle damage structural damage loss of control and personal injury Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure that it is properly attached to your vehicle See your dealer or a reliable trailer retailer if you require assistance Auxiliary coolers are recommended for the power steering system and automat...

Страница 166: ...e instructions of a reputable rental agency Using trailer lamps Trailer lamps may be required on towed vehicles Make sure your trailer lamps conform to any applicable regulation See your local trailer retailer or rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps Do not hook the trailer lamps directly into the vehicle s wiring system If the trailer lamps are not worki...

Страница 167: ... hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle s brake system Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase Using safety chains Always connect the trailer s safety chains to the vehicle To connect the chains cross the chains under the trailer tongue and attach to the vehicle frame or hook retainers not the bumper Make sure there is enough ...

Страница 168: ...with an automatic transaxle Use D Drive or a low gear rather than D Overdrive while towing up or down steep inclines Anticipate stops and brake gradually If driving with a manual transaxle Select a gear that avoids jerking or excessive engine speed Avoid driving excessively in first or second gear If you need to drive excessively in first or second gear the trailer may be too big or too heavily lo...

Страница 169: ...Driving FUEL CONSUMPTION ...

Страница 170: ...SHUT OFF SWITCH If the engine cranks but does not start or does not start after a collision the fuel pump shutĆoff switch may have been activated The shutĆoff switch is a device intended to stop the electric fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt Once the shutĆoff switch is activated you must reset the switch by hand before you can start your vehicle The switch is loca...

Страница 171: ...n the ignition key to the off position 2 Check under the vehicle for leaking fuel 3 If you do not see or smell fuel push the red reset button down If the button is already set you may have a different mechanical problem 4 Turn the ignition key to the on position for a few seconds then turn it to the off position 5 Check under the vehicle again for leaking fuel If you see or smell fuel do not start...

Страница 172: ...ed If the fuse continues to blow have the vehicle s electrical system checked by your dealer or a qualified service technician The passenger compartment fuse panel is located on the driver s side under the instrument panel The power distribution box is located on the driver s side of the engine compartment They contain the main fuses and the main relays The circuits protected are identified by num...

Страница 173: ...asing the latch 1 and lifting up A blown fuse can be identified by a break in the wire All fuses are a push fit Always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs 11 12 13 14 15 16 R6 R5 R4 R3 R2 10 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 R1 R7 R8 R9 R10 R11 D1 D2 17 18 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 ...

Страница 174: ...agement Hazard lamps horn multifunction switch Not used Fuel pump Not used Engine management ignition day time running light Canada only Not used HEGO sensors Not used Right low beam bulb outage module Left low beam bulb outage module Right high beam Left high beam instrument cluster front fog lamps Not used Ignition headlamp switch Engine management Heater blower Not used Not used Main power supp...

Страница 175: ...black green black dark green green black black Fuel pump Engine management Air conditioning Low beam High beam Horn Starter High speed engine cooling fan Engine cooling fan Not used Daytime running lights Canada only Starter relay Air conditioning Passenger compartment fuse panel To check or replace a fuse or a relay open the fuse box by pulling down the lock release lever 1 ...

Страница 176: ...ire All fuses are a push fit Relays in the passenger compartment fuse panel below instrument panel Relay Color Description R12 R13 R14 R15 R16 D2 brown green green green black black Courtesy lamps Rear window defrost Blower motor Front wiper Ignition Reverse voltage protection ...

Страница 177: ...n Mirror heater Wipers Power roof power windows ABS TCS Turn signal lamps backup lamps speed control bulb outage module gearshift leĆ ver A C clutch blower motor Stop lamp speed control Alarm system locking system High beam low beam Cigar lighter Power seats Rear window defrost Engine management locking system instrument cluster Panel dimmer license plate illumination glove box lamp Not used Left ...

Страница 178: ...red when changing the tire Ensure that the vehicle is on firm level ground Secure your vehicle further by blocking the wheels Activate the hazard lights Apply the parking brake and engage first or reverse gear or if the vehicle has an automatic transaxle select the P Park position If parking on a slope is unavoidable block the wheels ...

Страница 179: ...r do not follow these precautions the tire could fail causing you to lose control of the vehicle possibly injuring yourself or others When driving with a temporary spare tire Do not exceed the maximum speed of 80 km h 50 mph and only drive the shortest possible distance Do not exceed the permissible gross weight of the vehicle Do not install more than one spare wheel on your vehicle at any one tim...

Страница 180: ...d under the floor cover in the luggage compartment Removing the spare tire and tools 1 Raise the rear of the floor cover in the luggage compartment and fold it forward 2 Completely unscrew the bolt 3 Lift out the spare wheel 4 Remove the jack which is located beneath the spare tire ...

Страница 181: ...ing or sliding 5 Insert the tapered end of the jack handle beneath the hub cover if fitted and push in Twist off to remove the cover 6 Loosen the wheel nuts slightly 7 Place jack with complete support surface on the ground 8 The jack must be applied exactly vertical to the jacking point of the vehicle The jacking points are indicated by notches on the rocker panel flange 9 Jack up the vehicle unti...

Страница 182: ... the wheel and secure in a clockwise direction 3 Lower the vehicle and remove the jack by turning the handle counterclockwise 4 Fully tighten the wheel nuts in a crosswise pattern 5 Align the hub cover and push firmly into position with the ball of the hand 6 Stow the jack and damaged tire in the luggage compartment by reversing the spare tire removal instructions ...

Страница 183: ... your vehicle You could damage the catalytic converter Batteries contain sulfuric acid which burns skin eyes and clothing if contacted Do not attempt to push start your vehicle Automatic transaxles do not have pushĆstart capability Preparing your vehicle 1 Use only a 12Ćvolt supply to start your vehicle 2 Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicles elect...

Страница 184: ...attery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables Ensure that vent caps are tight and level 5 Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electrical surges Turn all other accessories off Connecting the jumper cables 1 Connect the positive booster cable to the positive terminal of the discharge battery In the illustrations lightning bolts are u...

Страница 185: ...he assisting battery 4 Make the final connection of the negative cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle s engine away from the battery and the carburetor The preferred locations of an exposed metal part to ground the circuit are the accessible engine mount studs or an engine lifting eye use fuel lines engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points ...

Страница 186: ...mergencies 185 Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jump A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 2 0 litre engine 2 5 litre engine ...

Страница 187: ...e booster vehicle and run the engine at a moderately increased speed 2 Start the engine of the disabled vehicle 3 Once the disabled vehicle 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 ...

Страница 188: ...jumper cable from the positive terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 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 ...

Страница 189: ...Roadside emergencies WRECKER TOWING ...

Страница 190: ... wheel Recreational towing or having your vehicle towed An example of recreational towing would be towing your vehicle behind a Motorhome Follow these guidelines if you have the need for recreational towing These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transaxle is not damaged It is not recommended to tow front wheel drive vehicles with the front drive wheels on the ground It is recommended to...

Страница 191: ...l wheels on the ground under the following conditions Place the transaxle in N Neutral Do not exceed a distance of 80 km 50 miles Do not exceed 56 km h 35 mph vehicle speed Manual transaxle Do not tow your vehicle at a speed faster than 90 km h 55 mph Your maximum towing distance is unlimited Never use a tow bar that attaches to the bumper when you tow your vehicle You could damage the bumper and ...

Страница 192: ... which makes tracking routine service for your vehicle easy If your vehicle requires professional service your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership can provide necessary parts and service Check your Warranty Guide to find out which parts and services are covered Use only recommended fuels lubricants fluids and service parts conforming to specifications Motorcraft parts are designed and built to prov...

Страница 193: ...ear the fan If you must work with the engine running avoid wearing loose clothing or jewelry that could get caught in moving parts Take precautions with long hair 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 disc...

Страница 194: ...ark 2 Turn off the engine and remove the key 3 Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly Working with engine off manual transaxle 1 Set the parking brake depress the clutch and place the gearshift in 1 First or R Reverse 2 Turn off the engine and remove the key 3 Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly ...

Страница 195: ...2 Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running Working with engine on manual transaxle 1 Set the parking brake depress the clutch and place the gearshift in neutral 2 Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly ...

Страница 196: ...t up Raise the hood and support it with the strut 3 in the yellow colored retainer ensuring it is secure Hold the support at the yellow colored insulation section To close replace the support strut in its retaining clip lower the hood and allow it to drop into the catch for the last 20 30 cm 8 12 inches Always check to ensure that the hood lock is fully engaged ...

Страница 197: ...ller caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked yellow black Automatic transaxle dipstick if equipped Brake fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Power steering reservoir Air cleaner Engine oil filler cap Power distribution box Engine oil dipstick Battery Windshield washer fluid reservoir ...

Страница 198: ...ller caps and the engine oil dipstick are marked yellow black Automatic transaxle dipstick if equipped Brake fluid reservoir Engine coolant reservoir Power steering reservoir Air cleaner Engine oil filler cap Power distribution box Engine oil dipstick Battery Windshield washer fluid reservoir ...

Страница 199: ...Warranty Checking the engine oil Check the engine oil each time you fuel your vehicle To check the oil 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground If the engine is warm turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan 2 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park 3 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 4 Locate and carefully...

Страница 200: ...used cancer in laboratory mice 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 lev...

Страница 201: ...utomotive fluids in a responsible manner Follow your community s standards for disposing of these types of fluids Call your local recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive fluids Engine oil filler cap The design of the filler cap varies by engine To open turn in the direction of the arrow and pull Do not open the cap while the engine is running Empty and used oil containers must...

Страница 202: ... or DOT 4 brake fluid that meets the Ford specification see the Capacities and specifications chapter If you use DOT 5 or any other brake fluid that is not DOT 3 or DOT 4 you will cause permanent damage to your brakes Brake fluid is toxic Do not let the reservoir for the master cylinder run dry This may cause the brakes to fail Windshield washer system If necessary add enough washer fluid to fill ...

Страница 203: ...the proper concentration and fluid level in the coolant reservoir Your vehicle was factoryĆfilled with a 50 50 engine coolant and water concentration If the concentration of coolant falls below 40 or rises above 60 the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly A 50 50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following Boiling protection up to 265 F 129 C Freeze protection down to 34 ...

Страница 204: ...he coolant reservoir If the level falls below add coolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section Adding engine coolant When adding engine coolant make sure it is a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir when the engine is cool until the appropriate fill level is obtained Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot Steam ...

Страница 205: ...dealer Do not mix the factoryĆfilled coolant with a greenĆcolored Premium Engine Coolant such as E2FZĆ19549ĆAA meeting Ford specification ESEĆM97B44ĆA Mixing of Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant with a conventional green coolant can result in degraded corrosion protection A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added in case of emergency to reach a vehicle service location In this in...

Страница 206: ...freezing Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the engine coolant Do not mix with recycled coolant To avoid personal injury make sure the engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap The cooling system is under pressure steam and hot liquid can come out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly...

Страница 207: ...e has been released from the cooling system use the cloth to turn the cap counterclockwise and remove it 5 Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture see above to the MAX line on the reservoir 6 Replace the cap Turn until tightly installed Cap must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss After any coolant has been added check the coolant concentration see Checking engin...

Страница 208: ...d possible engine damage Changing engine coolant Change your engine coolant according to the appropriate schedule listed in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide It is important that the engine coolant be changed at the specified intervals The corrosion protection of engine coolant is depleted with time and usage Use of engine coolant with depleted corrosion protection may result in damage to the coolan...

Страница 209: ...gine could overheat and become damaged Coolant usage in hot climate If you drive in hot climates it is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration at 50 50 coolant and water Do not allow the concentration to fall below 40 coolant At a concentration less than 40 the corrosion protection to your engine and cooling components may be compromised and permanent damage may result Use of recycle...

Страница 210: ...isposal of automotive fluids Checking and adding power steering fluid Check the power steering fluid twice a year Switch off the engine With the steering system at normal operating temperature the fluid level should come up to the MAX mark If the fluid level drops below the MIN mark add the specified fluid Remove the cap and fill to proper level Refer to the Capacities and specifications chapter ...

Страница 211: ...e is not working properly i e if the transaxle slips or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage Automatic transaxle fluid expands when warmed To obtain an accurate fluid level check drive the vehicle until warmed 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 ...

Страница 212: ...e dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube 7 Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level The fluid level should be in the designated areas for normal and room temperature Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is below the hole at the bottom of the dipstick Correct fluid level The transaxle fluid level should be checked at normal operating temperatures 66...

Страница 213: ... 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 chapter Use of a non approved automatic transaxle fluid may cause internal transaxle component damage If necessary add fluid in 250 ml 1 2 pint increments through the filler tube until the...

Страница 214: ... cell up to the level indicator Do not overfill the battery cell For longer troubleĆfree operation keep the top of the battery clean and dry Also make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals If you see any corrosion on the battery cables or terminals remove the cables from the terminal s and clean with a wire brush You can neutralize the acid with a solution...

Страница 215: ...l life of service however for severe service usage or in high temperature climates refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for additional information Do not overfill the battery cell If the electrolyte level in your battery gets 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 b...

Страница 216: ...injury Therefore do not allow flames sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery When working near the battery always shield your face and protect your eyes Always provide proper ventilation Follow these steps to minimize risk of personal injury Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner Follow your community s local standards for disposal Call your local recycling ce...

Страница 217: ...omatic transaxle gearshift in P Park Put the manual transaxle gearshift in neutral 2 Turn off all accessories and start the vehicle 3 Let the engine idle for at least one minute 4 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 relea...

Страница 218: ...blades on your vehicle at least once a year Cabin air filter replacement In your climate control system you have a filter that cleans the air before it enters the interior of the vehicle This filter should be replaced at the intervals in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide To replace the cabin air filter 1 Remove both windshield wiper arms With the wiper arm in the horizontal position lift the arm awa...

Страница 219: ...e grille separate the two halves and remove the grille 4 The filter is in a housing at the back of the engine compartment on the left side Pull off the two clips on the sides of the housing Slide out the housing and filter 5 Slide the filter out of the housing replace with the new filter and slide the housing and cabin air filter back into place Reinstall the clips on the housing 6 Replace the gri...

Страница 220: ...y Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passenger cars They do not apply to deep tread winterĆtype snow tires spaceĆsaver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulation Part 575 104 c 2 U S Department of TransportationĆTire quality grades The U S Department of Transportation req...

Страница 221: ...epart 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 traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked ...

Страница 222: ...ife and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properl...

Страница 223: ...heck the tire pressure insert the tire pressure gauge into the valve The cold pressure amount is listed on the tire instruction decal located on the passenger s door Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control Rotating tires Rotate your tires at regular intervals for even wear Rotation intervals are listed in the Schedul...

Страница 224: ...Maintenance and care Replacing tires ...

Страница 225: ...Maintenance and care Using snow tires and chains ...

Страница 226: ...Maintenance and care ...

Страница 227: ...Maintenance and care IMPORTANT FUEL INFORMATION Important safety precautions ...

Страница 228: ...a physician immediately even if no symptoms are immediately apparent The toxic effects of fuel may not be visible for hours Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water If fuel is splashed in the eyes remove contact lenses if worn flush with water for 15 minutes and seek med...

Страница 229: ...ion standards indicated on the underhood Vehicle Emission Control Information label are designed to operate on California reformulated gasolines If California reformulated gasoline is not available when you refuel your vehicle can be operated on nonĆCalifornia fuels However even though your engine will perform adequately on other gasolines the performance of the emission control devices and system...

Страница 230: ...t recommend gasolines labeled as regular in high altitude areas that are sold with octane ratings of 86 or even less Do not be concerned if your vehicle sometimes knocks lightly However if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions on the recommended octane see your dealer or a qualified service technician to prevent any engine damage ...

Страница 231: ...hicle We recommend the use of gasolines that meet the AAMA specification if they are available It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to use a highĆquality fuel Cleaner air Ford approves the use of gasolines to improve air quality including reformulated gasolines that contain oxygenates such as a maximum of 10 ethanol or 15 MTBE There should be...

Страница 232: ...he engine the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed Turn off the engine remove the fuel filler cap and reinstall it being careful to align the cap properly If you must replace the fuel filler cap replace it with an authorized Motorcraft part The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used The fuel syst...

Страница 233: ...ecord the amount of fuel added in litres or gallons 3 After at least three to five fillĆups fill the fuel tank and record the current mileage reading 4 Use one of the following equations to calculate fuel economy Litres used x 100 Total kilometres traveled Total miles traveled Total gallons used Keep a record for at least one month This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle s fuel econo...

Страница 234: ...ontrol components continue to work properly Use only unleaded fuels Avoid running out of fuel Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving especially at high speeds Have the items listed in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide performed according to the specified schedule The scheduled maintenance services listed in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide are required because they are considered e...

Страница 235: ...e 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 engine overheating illumination of the charging system warning light or the check engine warning light These events could indicate that the emission control system is not working properly E...

Страница 236: ...leet of vehicles are not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working Information about your vehicle s emission system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the engine This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up specifications Please consult your Warranty Guide for complete emission warranty informati...

Страница 237: ... serviced the OBĆII system is reset to a not ready for I M test condition To ready the OBDĆII system for I M testing a minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as described below First at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway Next at least 20 minutes of driving in stopĆandĆgo cityĆtype driving with at least four idle periods Allow the vehicle to sit for at l...

Страница 238: ...bing alcohol before being used The bulbs for the low beam high beam turn signals and side lamps are housed in the lamp assembly To replace a bulb the complete lamp assembly has to be removed as follows 1 Switch off the lamps 2 Open the hood 3 Remove the grille 4 Remove the two screws 1 and loosen the screw 2 The screws are not interchangeable and must be replaced to the appropriate location 5 Gent...

Страница 239: ...Maintenance and care Front turn signal Parking lamps Opening the headlamp assembly ...

Страница 240: ...Maintenance and care Headlamps low beam Headlamps high beam Headlamp alignment Aiming the headlamps ...

Страница 241: ... equipped 1 Open the flap in the lower radiator grille 2 Remove the screw and pull the foglamp assembly out 3 Disconnect the electrical connector 4 Remove the cover from the rear of the foglamp assembly 5 Disconnect the electrical connectors and release the wire clip from the bulb 6 Install the new bulb in reverse order do not touch the glass part of the bulb ...

Страница 242: ...Maintenance and care Side marker lamps Brake turn signal tail backup lamps Parking lamps ...

Страница 243: ...Maintenance and care License plate lamp Luggage compartment lamp High mounted brake lamp ...

Страница 244: ...nstall fit the new bulb in reverse sequence Reading lamps if equipped Open the lamp assembly The bulbs can be replaced after the contact plate has been hinged back Bulb specifications Function Trade number Front turn lamp 3157 NA Headlamp high 9005 Headlamp low 9006 Foglamp 893 Rear tail turn brake lamp 1157 Backup lamp 1156 HighĆmounted brake lamp 2825 W5W License plate lamp 168 Side marker lamp ...

Страница 245: ...dlamp body Each headlamp may be properly aimed in the horizontal direction left right and the vertical direction up down Turning the headlamp adjusting screws in the direction shown by the embossed arrow markings on each headlamp body represents a change in aim direction either in the left right or up down directions depending on whether you are adjusting the horizontal or the vertical screw respe...

Страница 246: ...be properly aligned before aiming the headlamp Adjusting the vertical aim 1 Park the vehicle 2 The vertical indicator is located on top of the headlamp assembly the adjusting screw is located behind the headlamp assembly 3 Turn the vertical adjusting screw until the bubble aligns with the 0 reference mark when viewed from directly above The 0 reference mark is the middle of the three 3 bold gradua...

Страница 247: ...cle 2 The horizontal indicator and the adjusting screw are located behind the headlamp assembly 3 Turn the horizontal adjusting screw until the indicator in the vial aligns with the 0 mark on the plastic slide located on the indicator housing vial When the horizontal and vertical indicators are set to the 0 mark the headlamp has been properly aimed ...

Страница 248: ...le regularly with cold or lukewarm water Never use strong detergents 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 ...

Страница 249: ...ap insect remains tar spots road salt and industrial fallout immediately After washing apply the brakes several times to dry them Waxing your vehicle The best way to determine when the paintwork needs waxing is by noting when water stops beading on the surface This could be every three or four months depending on operating conditions Use only carnauba or syntheticĆbased waxes Remove any bugs and t...

Страница 250: ...rd Car Care Chemicals line Please note that the part numbers shown as XXXX above will vary with your vehicle s specific coloring Observe the application instructions on the products Cleaning the wheels Wash the wheels with the same detergent you use to clean the body of your vehicle Do not use acidĆbased wheel cleaners steel wool fuel or strong detergents Never use abrasives that will damage the f...

Страница 251: ...ake care when using a power washer to clean the engine The high pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage Do not spray with cold water as this may crack the engine block Cover the alternator and battery to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine Do not spray water directly on the ABS modulator Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running water in the running engi...

Страница 252: ...mical solvents or abrasive cleaners to clean the lamps Cleaning the wiper blades If the wiper blades do not wipe properly clean both the windshield and wiper blades using undiluted windshield wiper solution or a mild detergent Rinse thoroughly with clean water To avoid damaging the blades do not use fuel kerosene paint thinner or other solvents Cleaning the instrument panel Clean the instrument pa...

Страница 253: ...ur Ford Dealer This mild cleaner and special pad cleans the leather and maintains its natural beauty Follow the instructions on the cleaner label Regular cleaning of your leather upholstery helps maintain its resiliency and color Cleaning seats equipped with side air bags Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner Remove fresh spots immediately Follow the directions that com...

Страница 254: ...belt system periodically to make sure there are no nicks wear or cuts Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified technician after any collision Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted Cleaning and caring for your vehicle Refer to the Cust...

Страница 255: ...00A Oil filter FLĆ2005 FLĆ820 Battery BXTĆ40R BXTĆ40R PCV valve EVĆ224 EVĆ152 Crankcase ventilation filĆ ter FAĆ1621 Refer to Vehicle Emission Control Information VECI decal for spark plug and gap specifications If a spark plug is removed for examination it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder If a spark plug needs to be replaced use only spark plugs with the service part number suffix letter ...

Страница 256: ... 8 qts 5 0 l 5 3 qts Manual transaxle 2 6 l 2 7 qts Automatic transaxle NA 9 6 l 10 2 qts Power steering Fill to MAX mark Cooling system with heating 6 6 l 7 0 qts 9 5 l 10 0 qts 9 7 l 10 2 qts Windshield washer fluid Fill to top of reservoir Fuel tank 58 5 litres 15 4 gallons Braking system Fill to MAX mark Total capacity with automatic transaxle ...

Страница 257: ... coolant orange Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant F6AZĆ19544ĆA A WSSĆM97B44ĆD or DEXĆCOOL equivalent Engine oil Super Premium SAE 5WĆ30 Motor Oil XOĆ5W30ĆQSP API Certification Mark and WSSĆM2C153ĆG Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCON ATF XTĆ2ĆQDX MERCON Transaxle fluid automatic Motorcraft MERCON ATF XTĆ2ĆQDX MERCON Transaxle fluid 5Ćspeed manual Motorcraft MERCON ATF XTĆ2ĆQDX MERCON Windshield...

Страница 258: ...162 4250 Fuel grade 87 Octane Continuous engine speed rpm 6150 6700 Max intermittent engine speed rpm 6375 6925 Idle speed manual transaxle rpm 880 50 725 50 725 50 Mixture preparation Injection system Firing order 1 3 4 2 1 4 2 5 3 6 Spark plug gap mm 1 37 Ignition system Electronically controlled Valve clearance Inlet mm cold Exhaust mm 0 11Ć0 18 0 27Ć0 34 Hydraulic valve adjusters Mechanical va...

Страница 259: ...and specifications 258 Dimensions mm inches A Overall length 4699 185 B Overall width without mirrors 1769 69 6 C Overall height curb weight 1325 52 2 D Wheelbase 2704 106 5 E Track front 1506 59 3 rear 1491 58 7 ...

Страница 260: ... IDENTIFICATION NUMBER The vehicle identification number VIN is attached to a metal tag and is located on the front driver s side of the instrument panel The VIN tag may be seen by looking through the windshield from the outside of the vehicle ...

Страница 261: ...or towing to your selling dealership if within 56 km 35 miles Even nonĆwarranty related tows like accidents or getting stuck in the mud or snow are covered some exclusions apply such as impound towing or repossession Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your wallet for quick reference In the United States this card is found in the Owner Gui...

Страница 262: ... protection throughout the United States and Canada provided by a network of more than 5 200 participating Ford LincolnĆMercury and Ford of Canada dealers If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle you may still be eligible Please contact your dealer for further information Since this information is subject to change please ask your deale...

Страница 263: ...or for assistance If the concern or inquiry remains unresolved speak with the service manager If you are still not satisfied speak with the owner or general manager of the dealership In most cases your concern will be resolved at this level Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada dealerships also carry genuine Ford parts and accessories providing you with original equipment reliability Away from hom...

Страница 264: ...is not required prior to enforcing state created rights or other rights which are independent of the MagnusonĆMoss Warranty Act or state replacement or repurchase laws THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD U S ONLY The Dispute Settlement Board is an independent thirdĆparty arbitration program for warranty disputes available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Company vehicles NOTE The Dispu...

Страница 265: ... possession of the vehicle Eligibility may differ according to state law For example see the unique brochures for California West Virginia Georgia and Wisconsin purchasers lessees Board membership The Board consists of three consumer representatives a Ford or LincolnĆMercury dealership representative Consumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained by an independent consulting fi...

Страница 266: ...t to resolve your concern You will receive a letter of explanation if your application does not qualify for Board review Oral presentations If you would like to make an oral presentation indicate YES to question 6 on the application While it is your right to make an oral presentation before the Board this is not a requirement and the Board will decide the case whether or not an oral presentation i...

Страница 267: ...ontinue to feel that the efforts by Ford and the dealer to resolve a factoryĆrelated vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP The CAMVAP program is a straight forward and relatively speedy alternative to resolve a disagreement when all oth...

Страница 268: ...age caused by use of improper fuel In the United States using leaded fuel may also result in difficulty importing your vehicle back into the U S If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central or South America the Caribbean or the Middle East contact the nearest Ford dealership If the dealership cannot help you write or call FORD MOTOR COMPANY WORLDWIDE DIRECT MARKET ...

Страница 269: ...ection of accessories is available through your local authorized Ford LincolnĆMercury or Ford of Canada dealer These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle In addition each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford s rigid enginee...

Страница 270: ...Console Console armrest Daytime running lights Factory luggage rack Factory luggage rack adapters Fog lights Framed luggage covers HeavyĆduty battery Neutral towing transfer case kit Explorer 4 0L only Off road lights Pickup box rails Removable luggage rack Removable luggage rack adapters Retractable bed hooks and loops Running boards Snow traction cables Soft luggage cover Speed control Towing mi...

Страница 271: ...ts For maximum vehicle performance keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle When adding accessories equipment passengers and luggage to your vehicle do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety compliance certification label Consult your dealer for specific weight infor...

Страница 272: ...Citizens band CB transceivers garage door openers and other transmitters with outputs of five watts or less will not ordinarily affect your vehicle s operation Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse effects or damage that may result from the use of such equipment ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER S LITERATURE To order the publications in this portfolio Make checks payable to HELM INCORPORATED P...

Страница 273: ...n an investigation and if 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 tollĆfree at 1Ć800Ć424Ć9393 202Ć366Ć0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of T...

Страница 274: ...158 Battery 182 213 254 Belt Minder 109 Brake lamp high mounted 242 Brake lamps 241 Brake system warning light 13 BrakeĆshift interlock 149 Brake clutch fluid 201 256 Brakes 145 BreakĆin period 2 Bulb replacement 237 Bulb specifications 243 Cabin air filter 34 217 254 Capacities 255 Car care products 268 Carbon monoxyde in exhaust 233 Cargo cover 90 Catalytic converter 10 233 Charging system warni...

Страница 275: ...gencies roadside 169 Emission control system 8 233 Engine block heater 144 Engine compartment 196 Engine coolant 202 256 Engine coolant temperature gauge 18 Engine data 257 Engine oil 198 255 256 Engine oil pressure warning light 13 Engine cleaning 250 Entry system remote 91 Exhaust fumes 140 Filling station information 273 FlashĆtoĆpass 77 Flasher hazard 75 169 Flashing the lights 77 Floor mat 86...

Страница 276: ... Head restraints 98 Headlamp control 24 Headlamps on warning chime 17 Headlamps aiming 239 244 Headlamps replacing bulbs 237 High beams 12 77 High mounted brake lamp 242 Hood opening 195 Horn 75 Icons 2 Idle speed 257 Idle relearning 216 Ignition positions 74 Instrument cluster 8 Instrument cluster gauges 18 Instrument panel controls 24 Instrumentation 6 Interior lamps 82 Interior lamps replacing ...

Страница 277: ...ge calculating fuel economy 232 Mirrors 84 Motorcraft parts 254 National Highway Traffic Safety Administration 272 Octane rating 229 Odometer 19 Oil filter 254 On board diagnostic OBD II system 236 OnĆboard diagnostic 8 Overdrive 15 153 Overhead controls 82 Overhead warning lights 21 Owner s literature 271 Panel dimmer control 25 Panic alarm 92 Parking brake 85 147 Parking lamps replacing bulbs 23...

Страница 278: ... Roadside assistance 260 Rotating the tires 222 Safety belt extension assembly 115 Safety belt height 107 Safety belt maintenance 115 253 Safety belt warning chime 17 108 Safety belt warning light 12 108 Safety belts 12 102 Safety Compliance Certification Label 164 Safety defects reporting 272 Safety restraint locking modes 105 Safety restraints 102 Safety restraints 12 Safety restraints cleaning ...

Страница 279: ...78 Tires tire grades 219 Tires treadwear 220 Towing your vehicle 188 189 Traction control light 12 Traction control system 12 28 148 Trailer towing 162 Transaxle 149 Transaxle automatic 255 256 Transaxle manual 255 256 Trip computer 26 Trip odometer 19 Trunk Luggage compartment Turn signal replacing front bulbs 238 Turn signals 11 76 Turn signals replacing bulbs 241 Used automotive fluids disposal...

Страница 280: ...ing light 23 Washing your vehicle 247 Waxing your vehicle 248 Weight limits 158 Wheels inspection and maintenance 222 249 Windows 85 Windshield washer system 201 Windshield wipers and washer 77 Wiper blades 217 Wrecker towing 188 ...

Страница 281: ...ns Engine oil Use Super Premium SAE 5WĆ30 Motor Oil or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSSĆM2C153ĆG Tire size and pressure Refer to the tire instruction decal on the passenger s door Hood release location Pull handle under the left side of the instrument panel Fuel filler location Right rear of vehicle ...

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