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Programming your own personal entry code

1. Enter the factory-set code (keypad will illuminate
when pressed).

2. Press the 1/2 control
within five seconds of
step 1.

3. Enter your personal
5 digit code. Enter
each digit within five
seconds of the previous one.

Do not set a code that includes five of the same
number or presents them in sequential order.
Thieves can easily figure out these types of codes.

Your personal code does not replace the permanent
code that the dealership gave you. You can use
either code to unlock your vehicle. If a second
personal code is entered, the module will erase the
first personal code in favor of the new code.

If you wish to erase your personal code, use the
following instructions:

Erasing personal code

1. Enter the factory-set code.

2. Press 1/2 within five
seconds of step 1.

3. Press the 7/8 and 9/0
controls at the same
time within five
seconds of step two.

The system will now only respond to the factory-set
code.

1 2

3 4

5 6

7 8

9 0

1 2

3 4

5 6

7 8

9 0

Controls and features

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Содержание Sable 1998

Страница 1: ...nce and care 127 Capacities and specifications 173 Reporting safety defects 181 Index 182 All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company Copyright r 1998 Ford Motor Company Contents 1 ...

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

Страница 3: ...r vehicle During the first 1 600 km 1 000 miles of driving vary speeds frequently This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in If possible you should avoid full use of the brakes for the first 1 600 km 1 000 miles INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurrin...

Страница 4: ...0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 P BRAKE 110 CRUISE RPMx1000 ABS O D OFF REAR LAMP OUT PREMIUM UNLEADED FUEL RECOMMENDED 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 Parking brake release pg 91 Headlamp control pg 15 Speed control pg 28 Driver side air bag pg 66 Trunk release pg 40 Turn signal and wiper washer control pg 32 Instrument cluster pg 6 if equipped Instrumentation 4 ...

Страница 5: ...APE SIDE TAPE R DEF TUNE SEEK SCAN AM FM M H LO HI OFF A C MAX A C VENT VOL PUSH ON w ST FM 12 AMC BL RF Climate control systems pg 17 Gearshift pg 93 Electronic sound system refer to Audio Guide pg 27 Passenger side air bag pg 67 Instrumentation 5 ...

Страница 6: ...re turned on Safety belt Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to remind you to fasten your safety belts For more information refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter Door ajar Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON or START position and any door is open E F C H FUEL DOOR SERVICE ENGINE SOON THEFT 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 120 20 60 100 140 180 P...

Страница 7: ...he bulb If it comes on after the engine is started one of the engine s emission control systems may be malfunctioning The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require towing What you should do if the Service Engine Soon light illuminates Light turns on solid This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction Tem...

Страница 8: ...blinking Engine misfire is occurring which could damage 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 pos...

Страница 9: ... the transmission does not shift into overdrive If the light does not come on when the transmission control switch is depressed or if the light flashes when you are driving have your vehicle serviced Anti lock brake system ABS If equipped Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on and the engine is off If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start up remains on or continues to ...

Страница 10: ...ngaged Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately Engine oil pressure Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately Check the oil level and add oil if needed Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Care chapte...

Страница 11: ...o fasten your safety belts For information on the safety belt warning chime refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter Supplemental restraint system SRS warning chime For information on the SRS warning chime refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter Key in ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF LOCK or ACC position and either front door is op...

Страница 12: ...gine CRUISE RPMx1000 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 E F C H FUEL DOOR SERVICE ENGINE SOON P BRAKE ABS UNLEADED FUEL ONLY THEFT LOW COOLANT O D OFF 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 120 20 60 100 140 180 P R N D 2 1 MPH km h 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 110 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 120 20 60 100 140 180 P R N D 2 1 MPH km h 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 110 RPMx1000 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY Instrumentation 12 ...

Страница 13: ...iately and let the engine cool Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant not the coolant level If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indication will not be accurate Odometer Registers the total kilometers miles of the vehicle C H 10 20...

Страница 14: ...s in motion The ignition should be in the OFF position while the vehicle is being refueled When the gauge first indicates empty there is a small amount of reserve fuel in the tank When refueling the vehicle from empty indication the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 120 20 60 100 140 180 P R N D 2 1 MPH...

Страница 15: ...rns the highbeam headlamps on with a reduced output To activate the engine must be running and the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position The Daytime Running Light DRL system will not illuminate the tail lamps and parking lamps Turn on your headlamps at dusk Failure to do so may result in a collision High beams Push forward to activate P PANEL DIM AUTO LAMP Controls and features ...

Страница 16: ...vides light sensitive automatic on off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a preselected period of time after the ignition switch is turned to OFF To turn autolamps on rotate the control up The preselected time lapse is adjustable up to approximately three minutes by continuing to rotate the control upward P PA...

Страница 17: ...l once to turn on The light will be lit while the rear window defroster is on 3 Press and release the control again to turn off The defroster will automatically turn off after fifteen minutes CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Manual heating and air conditioning system if equipped Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle R DEF R DEF LO HI OFF A C MAX A C VENT LO HI Controls and f...

Страница 18: ... vehicle Under normal conditions your vehicle s climate control system should be left in any position other than MAX A C or OFF when the vehicle is parked This allows the vehicle to breathe through the outside air inlet duct MAX A C Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle MAX A C is noisier than A C but more economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster Airflow will be from the instr...

Страница 19: ...e floor ducts However the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode Floor and defrost Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode For added customer comfort when the temperature control knob is anywhere in between the full ...

Страница 20: ...filter if equipped needs to be replaced If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during hot weather the air conditioner will do a much faster job of cooling if you drive for two or three minutes with the windows open This will force most of the hot stale air out of the vehicle Then operate your air conditioner as you would normally When placing objects on top of your instrument pane...

Страница 21: ...rning the EATC on Press AUTO any of the override controls or the fan speed control The EATC will only operate when the ignition is in the ON position Turning the EATC off Press OFF The Outside Temperature function will continue to operate until the ignition is turned off TEMP OFF AUTO TEMP OUT SIDE A C MAX F DEF R DEF AUTO VENT F TEMP OFF AUTO TEMP OUT SIDE A C MAX F DEF R DEF AUTO VENT F OFF AUTO...

Страница 22: ...e heat the fan will be at a low speed and the air will be directed to the windshield In 3 minutes or less the fan speed will start to increase and the airflow location will change to the floor area If unusual conditions exist i e window fogging etc the manual override controls allow you to select airflow locations and the fan control allows you to adjust fan speed as necessary Temperature selectio...

Страница 23: ...e displayed temperature until a cooler temperature is selected by pressing the temperature control Temperature conversion Press MAX A C and F DEF at the same time until the display changes to switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius Fan speed When AUTO is pressed fan speed is adjusted automatically for existing conditions You can override fan speed at any time To control fan speed manually press the ...

Страница 24: ...lected However the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 10 C 50 F or above Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation it is normal if 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 contr...

Страница 25: ...provided in this mode The air will be heated or cooled based on the temperature selection For added customer comfort the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the instrument panel registers Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside air through the floor ducts However the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature because the air condi...

Страница 26: ...en the EATC system is off and OUTSIDE TEMP is pressed the outside temperature will only be displayed for four seconds The outside temperature reading is most accurate when the vehicle is moving Higher readings may be obtained when the vehicle is not moving The readings that you get may not agree with temperatures given on the radio due to differences in vehicle and station locations Operating tips...

Страница 27: ...r works well in MAX A C but not in normal A C this may indicate that the cabin air filter if equipped needs to be replaced When placing objects on top of your instrument panel be careful to not place them over the defroster outlets These objects can block airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshield Also avoid placing small objects on top of your instrument panel These objects ca...

Страница 28: ...electrical circuits operational Warning lights illuminated Key position when driving 5 START cranks the engine Release the key as soon as the engine starts SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED To turn speed control on Press ON Vehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is traveling at or above 48 km h 30 mph Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpa...

Страница 29: ... speed This is normal Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it increases above the set speed on a downhill If your vehicle speed is faster than the set speed while driving on a downhill you may want to shift to the next lower gear or apply the brakes to reduce your vehicle speed If your vehicle slows down more than 16 km h 10 mph below your set speed on an uphill your speed control will...

Страница 30: ...celerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speed control usage Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle to the previously programmed set speed To set a lower set speed Press and hold CST COAST Release the control when the desired speed is reached or Press and release CST COAST Each press will decrease the set speed by 1 6 km h 1 mph or Depress the brake pedal When the d...

Страница 31: ...usly set speed Press RES RSM RESUME For RES RSM RESUME to operate the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km h 30 mph Indicator light This light comes on when either the SET ACC SET ACCEL or RES RSM RESUME controls are pressed It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed the brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position OFF ON COAST RESUME SET ACCEL CRUISE Controls ...

Страница 32: ...sition rotate the control upward for fast intervals and downward for slow intervals Push the control on the end of the stalk to activate washer Push and hold for a longer wash cycle The washer will automatically shut off after ten seconds of continuous use Rear window wiper and washer wagon only The rear wiper control is located under the headlamp controls Press the wiper control to activate the r...

Страница 33: ...ckly The wipers will cycle one or two times HAZARD FLASHER For information on the hazard flasher control refer to Hazard lights control in the Roadside emergencies chapter TILT STEERING Pull the tilt steering control toward you to move the steering wheel up or down Hold the control while adjusting the wheel to the desired position then release the control Never adjust the steering wheel when the v...

Страница 34: ...ped with a moon roof the dome lamp is located behind the moon roof The dome lamp will stay on if the control is moved to the ON position When the control is in the DOOR position the lamp will only come on when a door is opened If the control is moved to the OFF position the lamp will not come on at all The dome lamp will illuminate whenever a front door is opened If either front door has been open...

Страница 35: ... a moon roof the map lamps are located on the moon roof control panel Press LIGHT to illuminate the map lamp POWER WINDOWS Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows Press the top portion of the rocker switch to close Press the bottom portion of the rocker switch to open TILT LIGHT LIGHT SLIDE AUTO AUTO Controls and features 35 ...

Страница 36: ...e of the control Press the left side to restore the window controls POWER DOOR LOCKS IF EQUIPPED Press U to unlock all doors and L to lock all doors Central locking Two step unlocking if equipped When unlocking the driver or front passenger door with the key turn it once toward the front of the vehicle to unlock that door only Turn the key a second time to unlock all doors When locking turn the ke...

Страница 37: ...is lock is pressed all doors and the liftgate will lock POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS To adjust your mirrors 1 Select to adjust the left mirror or to adjust the right mirror 2 Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror 3 Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place Controls and features 37 ...

Страница 38: ...s are set the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors Move lock control up to engage the lock Move control down to disengage childproof ...

Страница 39: ... toward the front of the vehicle The cupholders in the center console can be removed for cleaning Use only soft cups in the cupholder Hard objects can injure you in a collision Cellular phone Refer to the Cellular phone guide for instructions on operation POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock ...

Страница 40: ...n under the exterior trim panel just above the license plate You must lock the liftgate with the key or power lock control it does not lock automatically The window locks when the liftgate is locked To open the window make sure the liftgate and window are unlocked then press the outside lock cylinder The window can only be opened from the outside To prevent any damage to the liftgate and window cl...

Страница 41: ...n the cargo area Attach the net to the anchors provided Do not put more than 22 kg 50 lbs in the net This net is not designed to restrain objects during a collision Cargo cover if equipped Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo area shade that covers the luggage compartment of your vehicle To install the shade 1 Fasten the cover into the mounting brackets make sure the cover is right side up 2 ...

Страница 42: ...ade must be manually rewound This is a two person operation 1 Remove the shade from the vehicle and extend it with the smooth grain facing you 2 Wrap the vinyl around the roller tube twice Tuck the edges of the vinyl inside the end cap with each wrap 3 Fold the edges of the vinyl towards the center making sure that the edges clear the end cap slots Use tape or a rubber band to hold the vinyl to th...

Страница 43: ...ause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is not securely installed REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors and liftgate without a key The remote entry features only operate with the ignition in the OFF position Unlocking the doors Press this control to unlock the driver s door The interior lamps will illuminate Press the control ...

Страница 44: ... the liftgate trunk Press the control to unlock the liftgate trunk Sounding a panic alarm Press this control to activate the alarm To deactivate the alarm press the control again or turn the ignition to ACC or ON This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference...

Страница 45: ...rate The inside lights will not turn off if they have been turned on with the dimmer control or any door is open The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 40 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the OFF position Replacing lost transmitters Take all your vehicle s transmitters to your dealer for reprogramming if a transmitter is lost or you want to purchase additional transmitters...

Страница 46: ...e weather conditions nearby radio towers structures around the vehicle other vehicles parked next to the vehicle To replace the battery 1 Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter near the key ring DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART 2 Place the positive side of new battery in the same orientation Refer to the diagram inside the transmitter unit 3 Snap the two hal...

Страница 47: ...e alarm system Press the remote entry lock control doors opened or closed Press 7 8 and 9 0 controls on the keyless entry pad at the same time to lock the doors doors opened or closed Open a door and press the power door lock control to lock the doors Use the door key to lock the doors doors opened or closed If a door or the liftgate wagon is open the system is prearmed and is waiting for the door...

Страница 48: ...ntry transmitter twice to confirm the doors are locked the horn will chirp twice to warn you that the system is not arming Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions Unlock the doors by using your remote entry transmitter Unlock the doors by using your keyless entry pad Unlock the doors or liftgate with a key Turn the key full travel toward the front of the vehi...

Страница 49: ... Remote entry system and Perimeter alarm system in this chapter for more information Your vehicle has a factory set 5 digit code that operates the keyless entry system You can also program your own 5 digit personal entry code The factory set code is located on the owner s wallet card in the glove compartment taped to the computer module When pressing the controls on the keyless entry keypad press ...

Страница 50: ... personal code does not replace the permanent code that the dealership gave you You can use either code to unlock your vehicle If a second personal code is entered the module will erase the first personal code in favor of the new code If you wish to erase your personal code use the following instructions Erasing personal code 1 Enter the factory set code 2 Press 1 2 within five seconds of step 1 3...

Страница 51: ...2 To unlock the passenger s door s and liftgate wagon press the 3 4 control within five seconds of unlocking the driver s door 3 To unlock the trunk or liftgate wagon enter the five digit factory set code then press the 5 6 control within five seconds Autolock Autolock is a feature that will automatically lock all doors when all vehicle doors liftgate and liftgate window are fully closed the ignit...

Страница 52: ...e You must complete steps 1 through 5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated If the procedure needs to be repeated you must wait 30 seconds 1 Turn the ignition key from OFF to RUN ACC 2 Press the power door UNLOCK control three times 3 Turn the ignition key from RUN ACC to OFF 4 Press the power door UNLOCK control three times 5 Turn the ignition key from OFF to RUN ACC A horn ...

Страница 53: ... in the SecuriLocky anti theft system the vehicle s engine is allowed to start If the SecuriLocky key identification code does not match the code stored in the system or if a SecuriLocky key is not detected vehicle theft situation the vehicle s engine will not operate Spare SecuriLocky keys can be purchased from your dealership and programmed to your SecuriLocky anti theft system Refer to Programm...

Страница 54: ... driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Lift handle to move seat forward or backward Seating and safety restraints 54 ...

Страница 55: ...cle is moving Press to move front or rear of seat up and down Press to raise or lower the seat or to move the seat forward or backward Using the power lumbar support if equipped The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat Press one side of the control to adjust firmness Seating and safety restraints 55 ...

Страница 56: ...ke sure you hear the seat latch into place 3rd seat wagon only The third seat faces the rear of the vehicle For height and weight limits see the label on the seat cushion When the seat is down the back of your wagon has a flat surface for carrying cargo To open up the seat 1 Unlock the floor panel with the key then use the handle to fold the floor panel toward the front of the car 2 Remove the car...

Страница 57: ...t down until it latches Pull up on the handle and push the floor panel into place SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips To prevent the risk of injury make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving The...

Страница 58: ...your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair 1 Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm 2 Never swing it around your neck over the inside shoulder 3 Never use a single belt f...

Страница 59: ...driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply or the vehicle receives an impact of 8 km h 5 mph or more the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers Automatic locking mode In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt The automatic locking mode is not availabl...

Страница 60: ...automatic locking mode How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode Front safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the driver and front passenger Adjust the height of the shoulder be...

Страница 61: ...ase the risk of injury in a collision Center rear lap belt sedan The safety belt in the center rear seating position has a detachable shoulder belt and does not contain the automatic locking mode ALR To attach the shoulder belt to the lap belt pull the shoulder belt out from the retractor in the seatback and insert into the lap belt connecting pin into the wide end of the key slot on the shoulder ...

Страница 62: ... to the belt and pull across your lap until it reaches the buckle To tighten the belt pull the loose end of the belt through the tongue until it fits snugly across the hips Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use Safety belts for rear facing occupants wagon only Never use child safety seats in the third seat of a wagon Your vehicle is equipped with safety belts containing an adjust tongue at t...

Страница 63: ...lide the tongue upward Provide enough length so that the tongue can reach the buckle To fasten the belt pull the combination lap and shoulder belt from the retractor so that the shoulder belt portion of the safety belt crosses your shoulder and chest Be sure the belt is not twisted If the belt is twisted remove the twist Insert the tongue into the proper buckle for your seating position until you ...

Страница 64: ...ill become locked and help reduce your forward movement To unfasten the belt push the red release button on the end of the buckle This allows the tongue to unlatch from the buckle While the belt retracts guide the tongue to its original position to prevent it from striking you or the vehicle Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt assembly is too short even when fully extended 20 cm 8 in...

Страница 65: ... to the ON position The safety belt warning light illuminates for one to two minutes and the warning chime sounds for four to eight seconds The driver s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off The driver s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position ...

Страница 66: ... properly they do not need to be replaced Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt asembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Refer to Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts in t...

Страница 67: ...ry from a deploying air bag is greatest close to the trim covering the air bag module All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when air bag SRS is provided Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always use appropriate child restraints NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 4 cm ten 10 inches bet...

Страница 68: ...g is not designed to restrain occupants in the center front seating 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 or its fuses See your Ford or L...

Страница 69: ... when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active air bag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back Seating and s...

Страница 70: ...inflate in frontal and near frontal collisions not rollover side impact or rear impacts The air bags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation After air bag deployment it is normal to notice a smoke like powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant This may consist of cornstarch talcum powder to lubricate the bag or sodium compounds e g baking soda that result from the combustion process that i...

Страница 71: ... 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 area will increase the risk of injury in a collision The SRS consists of driver and passenger air bag modules which include the inflators and air bags one or more impact and safing sensors a readiness light and to...

Страница 72: ...ngs happen 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 vehicles For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles see your local dealership or qualified technician Air bags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel...

Страница 73: ...cident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position Children and safety belts If the child is the proper size restrain the child in a safety seat Children who are too large for child safety seats as specified by your child safety seat manufacturer should always wear safety belts Follow all the important safety ...

Страница 74: ...der belts on the child A belt positioning booster should be used if the shoulder belt rests in front of the child s face or neck or if the lap belt does not fit snugly on both thighs or if the thighs are too short to let the child sit all the way back on the seat cushion when the lower legs hang over the edge of the seat cushion You may wish to discuss the special needs of your child with your ped...

Страница 75: ...he release button to prevent accidental unbuckling Place seat back in upright position Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to Automatic locking mode 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 straps refer to Attach...

Страница 76: ...rd facing child seat in the front seat move seat all the way back Rear facing child seats should NEVER be placed in the front seats 2 Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together 3 While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing...

Страница 77: ... and a click is heard 6 Allow the belt to retract The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode 7 Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buckle and pull up on the shoulder belt while pushing down with your knee on the child seat 8 Allow the safety belt to retract to remove any slack in the belt 9 Before placing the child in the seat forcibly...

Страница 78: ...tongue into the proper buckle for the center seating position until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened to the buckle by pulling on tongue 5 Push down on the child seat while pulling on the loose end of the lap belt webbing to tighten the belt 6 Before placing the child into the child seat forcibly tilt the child seat from side to side and in forward directi...

Страница 79: ...ety seat manufacturer s instructions Tighten the anchor according to specifications Otherwise the safety seat may not be properly secured and the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision If you have a station wagon tether anchors are already installed for each of the second row seating positions 1 Behind the second seat find the plastic snap on covers for the floor anchors 2 Use a screwd...

Страница 80: ...should be secured in an approved aftermarket seat Refer to Children and infant or child safety seats in this chapter Built in child seat retractors The belts on built in child seats are equipped with a retractor that locks when both tongues are latched into the crotch safety belt buckle The retractor will automatically snug the belts around the child If the belts do not remain snug take the vehicl...

Страница 81: ...ide forward and out from under the safety belts The rear seatback must be fully locked before operating the child restraint system 1 Grasp the child seat at the top of the seatback and pull the top forward to release the latch 2 Continue to unfold the child seat until it rests on the seat Seating and safety restraints 81 ...

Страница 82: ...ening of the crotch safety belt buckle it doesn t matter which tongue is inserted first Insert other tongue The color green must appear in the indicator window on the crotch safety belt buckle when buckled Allow belts to retract and fit snugly 7 Fasten both halves of the chest clip below the child s shoulders and adjust it to comfortably hold the shoulder belts in place on the child s chest The co...

Страница 83: ... stow the built in child seat Return the child seat cushion to the upright position then press firmly in the center and top of the child seat Inspecting the built in child seat after a collision Inspect all built in child restraints including seats buckles retractors seat latches Interlocks and attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified technician after any collision If the child seat w...

Страница 84: ...tarting the vehicle refer to Starting the engine in this chapter 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 compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire Do not start yo...

Страница 85: ... If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically have the vehicle checked Do not allow the vehicle to idle for more than ten minutes 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 and safety restraints chapter 2 Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories ar...

Страница 86: ...eturn to 4 ON 2 If the temperature is above 12 C 10 F and the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try turn the key to OFF wait ten seconds and try again 3 If the temperature is below 12 C 10 F and the engine does not start in fifteen seconds on the first try turn the key OFF and wait ten seconds and try 1 2 3 4 5 CRUISE RPMx1000 0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 E F C H FUEL DOOR SERVICE ENGINE S...

Страница 87: ... temperatures reach 23 C 10 F or below For best results plug the heater in at least three hours before starting the vehicle Using the heater for longer 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 two pronged cheater adapters Guarding against e...

Страница 88: ...r emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped in an open area for long periods of time open the windows at least 2 5 cm one inch Adjust the heating or air conditioning if equipped to bring in fresh air Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air...

Страница 89: ... salt or mud If a metal to metal continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is present while braking the brake linings may be worn out and should be inspected by a qualified service technician Anti lock brake system ABS if equipped On vehicles equipped with an anti lock braking system ABS a noise from the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the pedal may be observed during ABS braking events...

Страница 90: ...remains on or continues to flash the ABS needs to be serviced With the ABS light on the anti lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with parking brake released If your brake warning lamp illuminates have your vehicle serviced immediately Using ABS In an emergency or when maximum efficiency from the ABS is required...

Страница 91: ...rning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated when the ignition is turned ON until the parking brake is released Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park The parking brake is not designed to stop a moving vehicle However if the normal brakes fail the parking brake can be used to stop your vehicle in an emergency Si...

Страница 92: ...o the extreme right or the extreme left for more than a few seconds when the engine is running Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering pump fluid level If the power steering system breaks down or if the engine is turned off you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more effort If the steering wanders or pulls the condition could be caused by any of the following underinflated ti...

Страница 93: ...ocedure to move the gearshift it is possible that a fuse has blown and the vehicle s brakelamps may not be operating properly Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside emergencies chapter Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting from forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts in a st...

Страница 94: ...l control start in 1 First and then shift manually If your vehicle is equipped with a console mounted gearshift you must press the thumb button on the side of the gearshift to move the gearshift from P Park To put your vehicle in gear start the engine depress the brake pedal then move gearshift out of P Park Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift lever from position to position If ...

Страница 95: ...ng with the shift selector in D Overdrive gives the best fuel economy for normal driving conditions For manual control start in 1 First and then shift manually If your vehicle is equipped with a console mounted gearshift you must press the thumb button on the side of the gearshift to move the gearshift from P Park To put your vehicle in gear start the engine depress the brake pedal then move gears...

Страница 96: ...nd prevent the front wheels from rotating Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running R Reverse With the gearshift in R Reverse the vehicle will move backward You should always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R Reverse P R N D 2 1 P R N D D 1 Driving 96 ...

Страница 97: ...he same way as Overdrive or D Drive with the O D OFF switch not depressed works but shifts to a fourth gear an overdrive gear when your vehicle cruises at a constant speed for any length of time This fourth gear will increase your fuel economy when you travel at cruising speeds Overdrive may not be appropriate for certain terrains If the transaxle shifts back and forth between third and fourth gea...

Страница 98: ...that there is only one drive position on your gearshift indicator instead of Drive and Overdrive However you will find a control labeled O D located on the gearshift lever Push in the switch and the O D OFF light in the instrument cluster will illuminate With the O D OFF light illuminated the transaxle will operate in first second and third gears and will not shift into fourth gear Operating in D ...

Страница 99: ...the transaxle could occur 2 Second if equipped Use 2 Second for start up on slippery roads or to give you more engine braking to slow your vehicle on downgrades 1 First Use 1 First for when added engine braking is desired when descending steep hills The automatic transaxle will shift to the proper gear to ascend any grade without any need to shift to 1 First Do not go faster than 61 km h 38 mph wh...

Страница 100: ... or aftermarket equipment Payload Combined maximum allowable weight of cargo passengers and optional equipment The payload equals the gross vehicle weight rating minus base curb weight GVW Gross Vehicle Weight Base curb weight plus payload weight The GVW is not a limit or a specification GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Maximum total weight of the base vehicle passengers optional equipment and car...

Страница 101: ... passengers and cargo is permitted to tow It is determined by subtracting the weight of the loaded trailer towing vehicle from the GCWR for the towing vehicle Trailer Weight Range Specified weight range that the trailer must fall within that ranges from zero to the maximum trailer weight rating Remember to figure in the tongue load of your loaded trailer when figuring the total weight Do not excee...

Страница 102: ...ur vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle is classified as a light duty towing vehicle The amount of weight you can safely tow depends on the type of engine you have in your vehicle Your vehicle does not come from the factory fully equipped to tow No towing packages are available through Ford or Mercury Lincoln dealers Do not tow a trailer until...

Страница 103: ...ehicle weight Trailer weight equal to 2 245 kg 4 950 lbs 3 0L 4 Valve Duratec Engine Model Passenger Load kg lbs Luggage Load kg lbs Max Trailer Wt kg lbs Sedan 5 340 750 0 590 1 300 2 135 300 70 150 725 1 600 2 135 300 0 795 1 750 Wagon 5 340 750 70 150 455 1 000 2 135 300 70 150 660 1450 2 135 300 0 725 1 600 The above chart is based on the specified vehicle at a maximum GCW Vehicle weight Trail...

Страница 104: ...le bumper Use a load carrying hitch You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10 15 of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue Safety chains Always connect the trailer s safety chains to the vehicle To connect the trailer s safety chains cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners If you use a rental trailer follow the instructions that the ren...

Страница 105: ...ee your dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps Driving while you tow Do not drive faster than 88 km h 55 mph when towing a trailer Do not drive faster than 72 km h 45 mph with any weight on the trailer while towing on a hot day or in hilly country Speed control may shut off if you are towing on long steep grades When towing a trailer Use ...

Страница 106: ...s will clear curbs and other obstacles Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached The trailer tongue weight should be 10 15 of the loaded trailer weight After you have traveled 80 km 50 miles thoroughly check your hitch electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts When stopped in traffic for long periods of time in hot weather place the gearshift in P Park and increase idle spee...

Страница 107: ... km 50 miles unless the drive wheels are placed on dollies Never use a tow bar that attaches to the bumper when you tow your vehicle This could damage the bumper and cause an accident LUGGAGE RACK IF EQUIPPED The rear crossbar can be adjusted to fit the item being carried The front crossbar does not move Do not load more than 44 kg 100 lbs on the luggage rack To adjust cross bar position 1 Loosen ...

Страница 108: ...a collision if the engine cranks but does not start the fuel pump shut off switch may have been activated The shut off switch is a device intended to stop the electric fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt 1 Turn the ignition to the OFF position 2 Check the fuel system for leaks 3 If no fuel leak is apparent reset the fuel pump shut off switch by pushing in the button...

Страница 109: ...e cargo area FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working a fuse may have blown Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could sta...

Страница 110: ...nk Yellow 80 amp fuse link Black 100 amp fuse link Dark blue Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel by the brake pedal Remove the panel cover to access the fuses To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover RELAY 38 RELAY 37 RELAY 35 RELAY 34 RELAY 39 RELAY 36 29 25 21 17 13 9 5 1 30 26 22 18 14 10 6 2 27...

Страница 111: ...ter Relay 8 5A Power Antenna RCU GEM 9 10A ABS 10 20A PCM Relay Ignition Coil PATS Radio 11 5A Instrument Cluster 12 5A Instrument Cluster Autolamps Transmission Control Switch ICP GEM 13 5A Air Bag Blower Motor EATC 14 5A Air Suspension 15 10A Multi Function Switch Turn Signal 16 Not Used 17 30A Front Wiper Washer 18 5A Headlamp Switch 19 15A Rear Wiper Washer 20 5A ICP RAP Phone 21 20A Cigar Lig...

Страница 112: ...luster 31 Not Used 32 10A ICP Heated Mirrors 33 5A Power Windows Lock Illumination 34 Battery Saver Relay 35 Driver Door Unlock Relay 36 Rear Defroster Relay 37 Interior Lamp Relay 38 One Touch Window Down Relay 39 Accessory Delay Relay Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment near the battery The power distribution box contains high current fuses that...

Страница 113: ...use Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description 1 40A Fuse Panel 2 30A PCM Relay 3 40A Ignition Switch Starter Relay 41 30A C B Accessory Delay Relay Power Windows 41 30A C B Accessory Delay Relay Power Windows Left Right Power Seats 5 40A Ignition Switch 61 30A Left Right Power Seats 61 Not Used 22 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 175A MEGA FUSE 6 5 4 3 2 1 21 24 23 28 27 26 25 30 29 31 33 34 32 20 19 18 17 1...

Страница 114: ...5 15A Daytime Running Lamps DRL Module 16 10A Air Bag Diagnostic Monitor 17 20A Rear Control Unit CD Changer 18 30A Anti Lock Brake Module 19 15A Horn Relay Powertrain Control Module PCM 20 15A Headlamp Switch Autolamp Park Relay 21 Not Used 22 30A Autolamps Relay Multi Function Switch Headlamp Switch 23 Blower Motor Relay 24 Starter Relay 25 A C Clutch Relay 26 30A Generator Voltage Regulator 27 ...

Страница 115: ... flat tire while driving do not apply the brake heavily Instead gradually decrease your speed Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road Temporary spare tire information The temporary spare tire for your vehicle is labeled as such It is smaller than a regular tire and is designed for emergency use only If you use the temporary spare tire continuously or ...

Страница 116: ...icle s reduced ground clearance try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its wheel use the wheel for any other type of vehicle Removing and replacing wheel covers Center wheel cover 1 Pry the center ornament off the wheel cover with the lug wrench Pry only at the notch Do not use a screwdriver or any other tool as this may damage the wheel cover surface finish 2 Remove the center b...

Страница 117: ...lug wrench 4 Align the legs of the center ornament with the slots of the wheel cover Reinstall the ornament by pressing with the palm of your hand Do not hammer or force the cover Anti theft lug nuts if equipped If your vehicle is equipped with this feature one of the lug nuts on each wheel must be removed and replaced with a special key The key and registration card are attached to the lug wrench...

Страница 118: ...ng lug nut 2 Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key and apply pressure on the key with the wrench 3 Install the lug nut Tire change procedure 1 Park on a level surface activate hazard flashers and set parking brake When one of the front wheels is off the ground the transaxle alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack even if the vehicle is in P Park To prevent t...

Страница 119: ...ug wrench In the sedan these are located in the trunk cargo area storage compartment In the wagon they are stored in the left side rear trim panel for the temporary spare and in the floor cargo area storage compartment for the full size spare 3 Loosen each wheel lug nut one half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground Roadside emergencies 119 ...

Страница 120: ...facing outward Reinstall lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered 7 Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 8 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown 9 Return the flat tire jack and lug wrench to their proper storage locations Make sure the jack is fastened so it does not rattle...

Страница 121: ... disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle s electrical system 3 Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts 4 Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach th...

Страница 122: ...ged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting battery 3 Connect the negative cable to the negative terminal of the assisting battery Roadside emergencies 122 ...

Страница 123: ...e alternator mounting brackets or an engine lifting eye Do not use fuel lines engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 5 Be sure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts and other moving parts of both engin...

Страница 124: ...hicle has been started run both engines for a further three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery Roadside emergencies 124 ...

Страница 125: ...tery 4 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions Roadside emergencies 125 ...

Страница 126: ...de assistance center It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment A towing manual is available from Ford Motor Company for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck driver refer to this manual for proper hook up and towing procedures for your vehicle Roadside emergencies 126 ...

Страница 127: ...AUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your vehicle Do not work on a hot engine When the engine is running avoid wearing loose clothing jewelry or long hair that could get caught up in moving parts Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation Keep all lit cigarettes open flames ...

Страница 128: ...e vehicle from moving unexpectedly Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running OPENING THE HOOD 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located under the bottom of the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood 3 Lift the hood until the lift...

Страница 129: ...tomatic transmission fluid dipstick 2 Brake fluid reservoir 3 Air filter assembly 4 Battery 5 Engine oil filler cap 6 Engine oil dipstick 7 Power steering fluid reservoir 8 Engine coolant reservoir 9 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 Maintenance and care 129 ...

Страница 130: ...oolant reservoir 8 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 9 Power steering fluid reservoir ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the 9Service Guide9 for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan 8 9 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Maintenance and care 130 ...

Страница 131: ... ADD and FULL marks or between the MIN and MAX marks depending on application the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL If the oil level is below the ADD or MIN mark add enough oil to raise the level within the ADD FULL or within the MIN MAX range Oil levels above the F in FULL or above the MAX mark may cause engine damage Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician 7 Put the...

Страница 132: ...gasoline engines by the American Petroleum Institute Do not use supplemental engine oil additives oil treatments or engine treatments They are unnecessary and could under certain conditions lead to engine damage which is not covered by your warranty Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the Service Guide Ford production and aftermarket Motorcraft oil fil...

Страница 133: ...fluid level 3 If necessary add brake fluid until the level reaches MAX Do not fill above this line 4 Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid certified to meet Ford specifications Refer to Lubricant specifications in the Capacities and specifications chapter Brake fluid is toxic If you use a brake fluid that is not DOT 3 you will cause permanent damage to your brakes Do not let the reservoir for the master cy...

Страница 134: ...he container for the windshield washer fluid Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate if equipped The opening for the reservoir is located on the passenger side under the tail lamp Refill this reservoir with the same fluid you use for your windshield ENGINE COOLANT Check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir Refer to the Service Guide for service interval schedules Be sure to r...

Страница 135: ... recycled coolants together in your vehicle Use only the type of coolant that your vehicle was originally equipped with If you are unsure which type of coolant your vehicle requires contact your local dealer If sprayed on the windshield engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield When the engine is cool add a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and water to the engine coolant ...

Страница 136: ...re adding engine coolant check the color of the coolant in your vehicle For vehicles with green coolant use Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid E2FZ 19549 AA in Canada Motorcraft CXC 8 B or an equivalent premium engine coolant that meets Ford specification ESE M97B44 A Do not add orange coolant or recycled coolant to your vehicle originally equipped with conventional green coolant For vehicles with ...

Страница 137: ... harm engine and cooling system components For vehicles with orange coolant no recycling process has been approved at this time and use of such coolant may harm engine and cooling system components Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner Follow your community s regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids Coolant refill capacity To find out ho...

Страница 138: ... engine coolant and water in your vehicle year round in non extreme climates CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid Refer to the Service Guide for the service interval schedules If adding fluid is necessary use only MERCONt ATF 1 Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be near...

Страница 139: ...reaches the FULL HOT range Be sure to put the dipstick back in the reservoir 3 0L Duratec engine 4 Check the fluid level in the reservoir It should be between the MIN and MAX lines Do not add fluid if the level is within this range 5 If the fluid is low add fluid in small amounts continuously checking the level until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines Be sure to put the cap back on...

Страница 140: ...pulling a trailer the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking 1 Drive the vehicle 30 km 20 miles or until it reaches normal operating temperature 2 Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake 3 With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear ra...

Страница 141: ...d may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid make sure the correct type is used The type of fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and or dipstick handle and also in the Lubricant specifications section in the Capacities and specificatio...

Страница 142: ...e battery as long as you do not use hard water water with a high mineral or alkali content If possible however try to only fill the battery cells with distilled water If the battery needs water often have the charging system checked Keep the electrolyte level in each cell up to the level indicator Do not overfill the battery cells For longer trouble free operation keep the top of the battery clean...

Страница 143: ...er ventilation When lifting a plastic cased battery excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps resulting in personal injury and or damage to the vehicle or battery Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners Keep batteries out of reach of children Batteries contain sulfuric acid Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Shie...

Страница 144: ...he relearning process will automatically complete as you drive the vehicle If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle the idle quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle is eventually relearned If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery is reconnected Always dispose of...

Страница 145: ...ntry of airborne dust and pollen particles The filter is located just in front of the windshield under the cowl vent screen on the passenger side of the vehicle To replace the filter perform the following procedure 1 Release and open the hood Maintenance and care 145 ...

Страница 146: ...tate and remove the four push pins located on the cowl vent screen 3 Remove the three push on clips 4 Remove the two screws retaining the cowl top inner panel shield then the shield Maintenance and care 146 ...

Страница 147: ... hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades Checking 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 Maintenance and c...

Страница 148: ...ave their Tire Quality Grade described below molded into the tire s sidewall These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of Transportation has set Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passenger cars They do not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10...

Страница 149: ...the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are A B and C and they represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C ma...

Страница 150: ...rd 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 properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking ...

Страница 151: ...your tires wear evenly and last longer rotate them as indicated in the Service Guide If you notice that the tires wear unevenly have them checked Four tire rotation Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wear band is visible through the tire treads Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the handling of the vehicle and make it easier for the driver to lose control and roll...

Страница 152: ... may chip aluminum wheels Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains Use only SAE Class S chains Install chains securely verifying that the chains do not touch any wiring brake lines or fuel lines Drive cautiously If you hear the chains rub or bang against your vehicle stop and re tighten the chains If this does not work remove the chains to prevent damage to your vehicle If possible...

Страница 153: ...cause it to work improperly in a collision The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait until it stops before completely removing the cap Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before f...

Страница 154: ... with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention Failure to seek proper medical attention could lead to permanent injury Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin and or clothing promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation Be p...

Страница 155: ...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 system may be under pressure If the fuel f...

Страница 156: ...ormance of the emission control devices and systems may be adversely affected Repair of damage caused by using a fuel for which your vehicle was not designed may not be covered by your warranty Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use Regular unleaded gasoline with an R M 2 octane rating of 87 We do not recommend the use of gasolines labeled as Regular that are sold with octane ratin...

Страница 157: ...l tank if you continue to use a high quality fuel Cleaner air Ford approves the use of gasolines to improve air quality including reformulated gasolines that contain oxygenates up to 10 ethanol or 15 MTBE Do not use gasolines containing methanol which can damage critical fuel system components Damage resulting from the use of methanol may not be covered by your warranty Running out of fuel Avoid r...

Страница 158: ...mply with applicable exhaust emission standards To make sure that the catalytic converter and other emission control components continue to work properly Use only unleaded fuel 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 your Service Guide performed according to the specified schedule The scheduled maintenan...

Страница 159: ...des vehicles or supervises a fleet 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 comple...

Страница 160: ... for at least eight hours without starting the engine Then start the engine and complete the above driving cycle The engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature Once started do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete EXTERIOR BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of the following lamps frequently Headlamps Tail lamps Brakelamps High mount brakelam...

Страница 161: ...ood If you are replacing the driver side headlamp unclip the electronic module on the right side of the battery and move it out of the way 2 Locate the headlamp bulb through the hole in the upper radiator support assembly 3 Release clip and disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb 4 Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise when viewed from the rear about 1 8 turn to ...

Страница 162: ...u feel a stop 3 Install the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base until it snaps locking it into position 4 Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb you should not need to align it again High mount brakelamp bulbs The following procedure is for sedans only For wagon refer to a qualified technician 1 Op...

Страница 163: ...n rear bumper with two screws Wagon 1 Remove screw and the license plate lamp assembly from liftgate 2 Remove bulb socket by turning counterclockwise 3 Carefully pull the bulb out from the socket and push in the new bulb 4 Install the lamp assembly on liftgate with screw Replacing front parking lamp turn signal bulbs For bulb replacement see a dealer or qualified technician Replacing tail lamp bac...

Страница 164: ...007 Tail lamp brake lamp 3157 Rear turn lamp 3456K Backup lamp 3156 License plate lamp 168 High mount brake lamp 912 Rear side marker lamp 168 Cargo lamp wagon 211 2 Dome lamp 211 2 Dome map lamp 578 Dome lamp moon roof 208 Visor vanity lamp passenger driver 74 194 Floor console 194 Luggage compartment lamp 906 Glove compartment 194 I P ashtray lamp 194 To replace all instrument panel lights see y...

Страница 165: ... vehicle is not positioned on a level surface the slope will be included in the level indicator Therefore vertical and horizontal headlamp adjustment should be performed only when beam direction appears to be incorrect You will need one 7 mm wrench or socket with ratchet to make the adjustments If the vehicle has been in an accident the vehicle s front structure should be properly aligned before a...

Страница 166: ...al aim indicator It is visible when viewed from above center rear of the headlamp Locate the vertical adjusting screw located on the outboard side of the headlamp adjacent to the headlamp upper outboard attachment 3 The UP and DN on the bubble label indicate the directional change up or down of the vertical aim 4 Use a 7 mm wrench or socket to turn the vertical adjusting screw clockwise or counter...

Страница 167: ...avoid washing when the hood is still warm immediately after or during exposure to strong sunlight During winter months it is especially important to wash the vehicle on a regular basis Large quantities of dirt and road salt are difficult to remove and also cause damage to the vehicle Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car wash If you have wax applied to the vehicle ...

Страница 168: ... paint repair foil or aerosol paint spray from the Ford accessory line Observe the application instructions on the products Remove particles such as bird droppings tree sap insect remains tar spots road salt and industrial fallout immediately Cleaning the wheels Wash with the same detergent as the body of your vehicle Do not use acid based or alcohol based wheel cleaners steel wool fuel or strong ...

Страница 169: ...other engine components Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine 3 0L Vulcan engine 3 0L Duratec engine Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running water in the running engine may cause internal damage Maintenance and care 169 ...

Страница 170: ...ther solvents If the wiper still does not wipe properly this could be caused by substances on the windshield such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes Clean the outside of the windshield with a non abrasive cleanser such as the non abrasive Bon Amit powder Rinse thoroughly with clean water Do not use abrasive cleansers on glass as they may cause scratches The winds...

Страница 171: ...the following steps The type of scrubbing pad is very critical because the common 3M Scotch Brite green pad is too aggressive and will damage the leather surface Spray a small amount of the leather cleaner on the pad and rub the area to be cleaned with the pad using a circular motion Only clean 1 4 of the area at a time For heavily soiled areas spray the cleaner directly onto the leather two squir...

Страница 172: ...lean and Finish Scrubbing Pads Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts Clean the safety belts with a mild soap solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets Do not bleach or dye the belts because these actions may weaken the belt webbing Check the safety belt system periodically to make sure there are no nicks wear or cuts If your vehicle has been involved in an accident refer to the S...

Страница 173: ...V 228 EV 152 Spark plugs AWSF 32PP AWSF 32F Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information VECI decal for spark plug gap information If a spark plug is removed for inspection it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder Cylinders No 1 2 and 3 have a PG suffix Cylinders No 4 5 and 6 have a P suffix If a spark plug needs to be replaced use only spark plugs with the service part number suffix letter 9...

Страница 174: ... V6 Vulcan engine 4 25L 4 5 quarts 3 0L V6 Duratec engine 5 2L 5 5 quarts Fuel tank capacity N A All vehicles 60 6L 16 0 gallons Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCONt ATF 3 0L V6 Vulcan engine Keep in FULL range on dipstick 3 0L V6 Duratec engine Fill to line on reservoir Automatic transaxle AX4N Motorcraft MERCONtV ATF 3 0L V6 Vulcan engine 12 8L 13 5 quarts 3 0L V6 Duratec engine 12 7L 13 4 qu...

Страница 175: ...in color use Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant Refer to Lubricant Specifications LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Items Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number Ford Specification Brake fluid High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid C6AZ 19542 AB ESA M6C25 A and DOT 3 Door latch hood latch auxiliary hood latch seat tracks trunk and liftgate latches Multi Purpose Grease DOAZ 19584 AA or F5AZ 1...

Страница 176: ... Constant velocity joints CV Joint Grease High Temp E43Z 19590 A ESP M1C207 A Engine coolant Ford Premium Engine Coolant green in color E2FZ 19549 AA ESE M97B44 A Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant orange in color F6AZ 19544 AA WSS M97B44 D or DEX COOLt equivalent Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCONt ATF XT 2 QDX MERCONt Windshield washer fluid Ultra Clear Windshield Washer Concentrate C9AZ 1955...

Страница 177: ...1 07 1 17 mm 0 042 0 046 inch 1 3 1 4 mm 0 052 00 056 inch Ignition system EDIS EDIS Compression ratio 9 3 1 10 1 VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle dimensions Sedan mm in Wagon mm in 1 Overall length 5 016 5 197 5 5 069 8 199 6 2 Overall width 1 854 2 73 0 1 854 2 73 0 3 Overall height 1 399 5 55 1 1 463 0 57 6 4 Wheelbase 2 755 9 108 5 2 755 9 108 5 5 Track Front 1 564 6 61 6 1 564 6 61 6 5 Track Rear 1...

Страница 178: ...3 5 2 5 2 3 Capacities and specifications 178 ...

Страница 179: ...1 4 1 4 Capacities and specifications 179 ...

Страница 180: ...ation number is stamped on the engine block transmission frame and transfer case if equipped MFD BY FORD MOTOR CO IN U S A EXT PNT XXXXXX XXXXXX RC XX DSO XXXX F0000 BAR INT TR TP PS R AXLE TR SPR T0000 X XX XXX X XX X XXXX UTC FOHT 15294A10 GA MAXIMUM LOAD OCCUPANTS LUGGAGE XXXKG XXXXLB OCCUPANTS X TOTAL X FR X 2ND X RR OCCUPANTS LUGGAGE XX XXXKG XXXXLB TIRE XXXX XXXXX XXX X XXXKG XXXXLB PRESSURE...

Страница 181: ...f it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Ford Motor Company To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 202 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation 400 Sevent...

Страница 182: ...h tether straps 78 in rear seat 76 78 tether anchorage hardware 79 Cleaning your vehicle 167 built in child seat 80 83 engine compartment 168 exterior lamps 170 plastic parts 170 washing 167 waxing 168 wheels 168 wiper blades 170 Console 38 Controls power seat 55 Coolant 137 138 checking and adding 135 refill capacities 137 Defrost rear window 17 Doors central unlocking 36 37 Emission control syst...

Страница 183: ... light 15 headlamps 15 headlamps flash to pass 16 instrument panel dimming 16 interior lamps 164 replacing bulbs 161 163 Lane change indicator see Turn signal 32 Liftgate 44 remote release 40 Lights warning and indicator air bag 11 anti lock brakes ABS 9 anti theft 9 brake 10 charging system 10 cruise indicator 10 door ajar 6 low coolant 8 low fuel 8 oil pressure 10 overdrive off 9 safety belt 6 s...

Страница 184: ...ervicing your vehicle 127 Spark plugs specifications 173 Specification chart lubricants 175 Speed control 28 Speedometer 12 Starting your vehicle 84 85 86 jump starting 121 122 124 Steering wheel tilting 33 Tires 148 150 changing 118 checking the pressure 150 replacing 151 rotating 151 snow tires an d chains 152 treadwear 149 Towing wrecker 126 Transaxle fluid refill capacities 174 Transmission 14...

Страница 185: ...Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and cleaning 147 operation 32 replacing wiper blades 148 Index 185 ...

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Страница 189: ...d specification WSS M2C153 G Tire size and pressure Refer to Safety Certification Label on driver s door panel Inflate temporary spare to 60 psi Hood release Pull handle under the left side of the instrument panel Coolant capacity 3 0L V6 Vulcan engine 1 11 0L 11 6 quarts Coolant capacity 3 0L V6 Duratec engine 1 10 0L 10 6 quarts Power steering fluid capacity 3 0L V6 Vulcan engine Keep in FULL ra...

Страница 190: ...d Life Engine Coolant Refer to Lubricant Specifications Ensure correct automatic transmission fluid is used for a specific application Check the container to verify the fluid is MERCONt and or MERCONt V approved Some fluids have been approved as meeting both MERCONt and MERCONt V requirements and will be labeled as such Fluids labeled as meeting only MERCONt or only MERCONt V requirements must not...

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