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Seating
and
Safety
Restraints
108
Seating
108
Safety
restraints
131
Air
bags
145
Child
restraints
157
Driving
171
Starting
171
Brakes
175
T
ransmission
operation
179
V
ehicle
loading
184
T
railer
towing
188
Recreational
towing
192
Roadside
Emergencies
193
Getting
roadside
assistance
193
Hazard
flasher
switch
194
Fuel
pump
shut-off
switch
194
Fuses
and
relays
195
Changing
tires
203
Jump
starting
214
W
recker
towing
219
Customer
Assistance
220
Reporting
safety
defects
(U.S.
only)
228
Cleaning
229
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Table of Contents
1
CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning
4
Introduction
4
Safety and Environment Protection
5
Protecting the Environment
5
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
5
Special Notices
6
Service Data Recording
6
Event Data Recording
6
Special Instructions
7
Middle East/North Africa Vehicle Specific Information
7
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
8
Instrument Cluster
10
The Check Engine
10
Warning and Control Lights
10
Warning Lights and Chimes
10
Air Bag Readiness
11
Anti-Lock Brake System
11
Brake System Warning Light
11
Check Fuel Cap
11
Check Transaxle
12
Engine Coolant Temperature
12
Engine Oil Pressure
12
Safety Belt
12
Low Fuel
13
Low Tire Warning
13
Speed Control
13
Traction Control or Advancetrac Active
13
Bulb Warning
14
Door Ajar
14
Low Washer Fluid
14
Turn Signal
14
Gauges
15
High Beams
15
Key-In-Ignition Warning Chime
15
Turn Signal Warning Chime
15
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
16
Odometer
16
Speedometer
16
Fuel Gauge
17
Tachometer
17
Trip Odometer
17
Entertainment Systems
18
Am/Fm Stereo System (if Equipped)
18
Am/Fm Stereo/ Single CD Sound System (if Equipped)
20
Autoset
21
Setting the Clock
21
Speed Sensitive Volume (if Equipped)
21
AM/FM Stereo with In-Dash Six CD
23
Premium In-Dash Six CD Sound System (if Equipped)
23
Speed Sensitive Volume
24
Am/Fm Stereo Cassette/Single CD Sound System
26
Clean Tape Reminder
27
Auxiliary Audio Controls (if Equipped)
29
Family Entertainment DVD System (if Equipped)
29
Dual Play Mode
30
Parental Control
30
Cassette/Player Care
31
Radio Frequencies
31
Radio Reception Factors
31
Audio System Warranty and Service
32
CD/CD Player Care
32
Climate Controls
33
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
33
Max A/C
33
Operating Tips
34
Auxiliary Climate Control Operation
35
Auxiliary Climate Control (if Equipped)
42
Cabin Air Filter
42
Rear Window Defroster
42
Temperature Sensor (if Equipped)
42
Lights
43
Autolamp Control (if Equipped)
43
Autolamps - Programmable Exit Delay
43
Headlamp Control
43
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL) (if Equipped)
44
Battery Saver
45
Flash to Pass
45
Panel Dimmer Control
45
Aiming the Headlamps
46
Domelamp Control
46
Vertical Aim Adjustment
46
Interior Lamps
47
Turn Signal Control
47
Map Lamps (if Equipped)
48
Second Row & Third Row Dome and Map Lamps (if Equipped)
48
Bulb Replacement
49
Cargo Lamp
49
Dome Lamps (if Equipped)
49
Using the Right Bulbs
49
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
50
Replacing Front Parking/Turn/Sidemarker Signal Bulbs
51
Replacing High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
52
Replacing Tail Lamp/Backup/Turn Lamp Bulbs
52
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulb
53
Replacing Supplemental Park Lamp or Cornering Lamp Bulbs
53
Driver Controls
54
Multi-Function Lever
54
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Controls
54
Windshield Wiper/Washer Control
54
Changing the Wiper Blades
55
Steering Wheel Adjustment
55
Tilt Steering Wheel
55
Conversation Mirror
56
Electronic Compass/Temperature Display (if Equipped)
56
Illuminated Visor Mirror (if Equipped)
56
Overhead Console (if Equipped)
56
Compass
57
Outside Air Temperature
57
Zone Variation Mode
57
Compass Calibration Mode
58
Manual Door Operation
59
Sliding Door Operation
59
Opening and Closing the PSD
60
Power Sliding Door (PSD) (if Equipped)
60
Disabling PSD Power Operation
61
Safety/Obstructions
61
Resetting the PSD
62
Sliding Door Child Safety Lock
62
Cleaning the Sliding Door Contacts
63
Instrument Panel Storage Compartment
63
Auxiliary Power Point
64
Clock (if Equipped)
64
Power Windows
65
Accessory Delay
66
Automatic Dimming Inside Rear View Mirror (if Equipped)
66
One Touch down
66
Power Vent Windows
66
Heated Outside Mirrors
67
Power Side View Mirrors
67
Signal Indicator Mirrors (if Equipped)
67
Fold-Away Mirrors
68
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals (if Equipped)
68
Speed Control (if Equipped)
68
Disengaging Speed Control
69
Resuming a Set Speed
69
Setting Speed Control
69
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
70
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
70
Turning off Speed Control
70
Radio Control Features
71
Steering Wheel Controls (if Equipped)
71
Cell Phone Use
72
Center Console (if Equipped)
72
Positive Retention Floor Mat (if Equipped)
72
To Install Floor Mats that Have a Retention Post
72
Homelink Wireless Control System (if Equipped)
73
Programming
73
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming
75
Operating the Homelink Wireless Control System
75
Erasing Homelink Buttons
76
Message Center (if Equipped)
76
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
76
Distance to Empty (DTE)
77
Info Menu
77
Reset
77
Selectable Features
77
Average Fuel Economy (AFE)
78
Display On/Off
78
Trip Elapsed Drive Time
78
Language
79
Setup Menu
79
Units (English/Metric)
79
System Check
80
System Warnings
80
Liftgate
85
Power Liftgate (Plg) (if Equipped)
85
Opening and Closing the PLG
86
To Power Close the PLG from the Liftgate Trim Switch
87
To Power Open or Close the PLG with the Key Fob
87
To Power Open the PLG with Outside Release Handle
87
Liftgate Ajar Signal
88
Resetting the PLG
88
To Operate the PLG Manually
88
Cargo Area Features
89
Cargo Net (if Equipped)
89
Luggage Rack (if Equipped)
89
Utility Hooks
89
To Adjust the Cross-Bar (if Equipped) Position
90
To Install the Cross-Bar Assembly
90
To Remove the Cross-Bar (if Equipped) Assembly
90
Locks and Security
91
Keys
91
Power Door Locks
91
Memory Lock
91
Childproof Door Locks
92
Remote Entry System
92
Unlocking the Doors
94
Opening/Closing Power Sliding Doors (if Equipped)
94
Anti-Theft System
94
Opening Power Liftgate (PLG) (if Equipped)
95
Locking the Doors
95
Sounding a Panic Alarm
96
Replacing the Battery
96
Replacing Lost Remote Entry Transmitters
97
How to Reprogram Your Remote Entry Transmitters
97
Illuminated Entry
97
Illuminated Exit
98
Perimeter Lamps Illuminated Entry (if Equipped)
98
Deactivating/Activating Perimeter Lamps
99
Autolock
99
Relock
100
Deactivating/Activating the Autolock Feature
100
Memory Feature (if Equipped)
100
Associating the Remote Transmitter with the Memory Feature
100
Disassociating the Memory Feature from the Remote Transmitter
101
Keyless Entry System (if Equipped)
101
Programming a Personal Entry Code
102
Erasing Personal Code
102
Tips for Setting Codes
102
Unlocking and Locking the Doors Using Keyless Entry
103
Deactivating/Reactivating the Autolock Feature Using the Keypad
103
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
104
Theft Indicator
104
Key Information
104
Programming Spare Keys
105
Perimeter Alarm System (if Equipped)
107
Arming the System
107
Disarming the System
107
Adjustable Head Restraints (if Equipped)
108
Seating and Safety Restraints
108
Adjusting the Front Manual Seat (if Equipped)
109
Adjusting the Front Power Seat (if Equipped)
109
Heated Seats (if Equipped)
110
Kangaroo Pouch and Map Pocket (if Equipped)
111
Memory Seats/Rearview Mirrors/Adjustable Pedals (if Equipped)
111
Using the Manual Lumbar Support (if Equipped)
111
Head Restraints
112
Rear Seats
112
Seat Mounted Cup Holders (if Equipped)
112
Adjusting 2Nd Row Seats (if Equipped)
113
Adjusting Second Row Bucket and Bench Seat Back
114
Accessing the Third Row Seat with a Second Row Bucket Seat
115
Exiting the Third Row Seat
117
Second Row Bench Seat
117
Second Row Bench Seat Tip Slide Feature
117
Second Row Bucket Seats (if Equipped)
117
Removal of Second Row Seats from Vehicle
118
Installation of Second Row Seats
121
Second Row Bucket Seats
121
Stowing the Third Row Seat
124
Unstowing the Third Row Seat
128
Tailgate Function
129
Third Row Seat Features
129
How Does the Personal Safety System Work?
131
Personal Safety System
131
Safety Restraints
131
Driver and Passenger Dual-Stage Air Bag Supplemental Restraints
132
Driver’s Seat Position Sensor
132
Front Crash Severity Sensor
132
Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor (OCS)
132
Front Safety Belt Pretensioners
133
Front Safety Belt Usage Sensors
133
Determining if the Personal Safety System Is Operational
134
Front Safety Belt Energy Management Retractors
134
Safety Belt Precautions
134
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
136
Energy Management Feature — Outboard
136
Automatic Locking Mode
137
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
137
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
137
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
137
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
138
Safety Belt Height Adjustment
138
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
139
Third Row Comfort Guide
139
Beltminder
140
Conditions of Operation
140
Deactivating/Activating the Beltminder Feature
143
One Time Disable
143
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
144
Safety Belt Maintenance
144
Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
145
Replacing the Front Seat Belt Assemblies after a Collision
145
Important SRS Precautions
146
Children and Air Bags
147
Determining if the System Is Operational
147
How Does the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
148
Front Passenger Sensing System
149
Side Air Bag System (if Equipped)
151
How Does the Side Air Bag System Work?
152
Safety Canopy System
153
How Does the Safety Canopy System Work?
154
Disposal of Air Bags and Air Bag Equipped Vehicles
156
Child Booster Seats
157
Children and Safety Belts
157
Important Child Restraint Precautions
157
Safety Restraints for Children
157
When Children Should Use Booster Seats
158
The Importance of Shoulder Belts
159
Types of Booster Seats
159
Child and Infant or Child Safety Seats
160
Safety Seats for Children
160
Installing Child Safety Seats with Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
161
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
164
Front Passenger Seating Position (Manual Adjusting Seats Only)
165
Attaching Safety Seats with LATCH Attachments for Child Seat Anchors
168
Rear Seating Positions
168
Driving
171
Starting
171
Positions of the Ignition
171
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
171
Important Safety Precautions
172
Starting the Engine
173
Using the Engine Block Heater (if Equipped)
174
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
174
Important Ventilating Information
174
Brakes
175
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
175
ABS Warning Lamp
175
Using ABS
175
Parking Brake
176
Advancetrac Stability Enhancement System
176
Steering
179
Automatic Transaxle Operation
179
Brake-Shift Interlock
179
Transmission Operation
179
Driving with an Automatic Overdrive Transaxle with Column Gearshift
180
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
182
Reverse Sensing System (if Equipped)
182
Driving through Water
184
Vehicle Loading – with and Without a Trailer
184
Base Curb Weight
185
Vehicle Curb Weight
185
Cargo Weight
185
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
185
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
186
GCW (Gross Combined Weight)
186
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
187
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight
187
Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight
187
Trailer Towing
188
Preparing to Tow
189
Hitches
190
Safety Chains
190
Trailer Brakes
190
Trailer Lamps
190
Driving While You Tow
191
Servicing after Towing
191
Trailer Towing Tips
191
Recreational Towing
192
Roadside Emergencies
193
Getting Roadside Assistance
193
Using Roadside Assistance
193
Hazard Flasher Control
194
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
194
Fuses and Relays
195
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
196
Fuses Codes
197
Power Distribution Box
198
High-Current Fuses
199
Auxiliary Relay Box (Cooling Fans)
202
Changing a Flat Tire
203
Temporary Spare Tire Information
203
Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information
204
Location of the Spare Tire and Tools
205
Removing the Jack and Tools
206
Removing the Spare Tire
206
Cargo Van Only
206
Tire Change Procedure
208
Stowing the Full-Size Tire
211
Stowing the Spare Tire
212
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
213
Jump Starting
214
Jump Starting Your Vehicle
214
Preparing Your Vehicle
214
Connecting the Jumper Cables
215
Removing the Jumper Cables
217
Wrecker Towing
219
Customer Assistance
220
Ford Extended Service Plan
222
The Dispute Settlement Board (U.s. Only)
222
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
228
Cleaning
229
Washing the Exterior
229
Waxing
229
Paint Chips
230
Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Covers
230
Engine
230
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
231
Windows and Wiper Blades
231
Instrument Panel and Cluster Lens
232
Interior Trim
232
Interior
232
Leather Seats (if Equipped)
233
Underbody
233
Ford, Lincoln and Mercury Car Care Products
234
Maintenance and Specifications
235
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
235
Service Recommendations
235
Working with the Engine off
235
Opening the Hood
236
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
237
Checking and Adding Washer Fluid for the Liftgate
238
Checking the Engine Oil
238
Windshield Washer Fluid
238
Adding Engine Oil
239
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
240
Battery
241
Checking Engine Coolant
243
Adding Engine Coolant
245
Coolant Refill Capacity
247
Recycled Engine Coolant
247
Severe Climates
247
Fuel Information
248
What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
248
Choosing the Right Fuel
250
Fuel Filler Cap
250
Fuel Quality
251
Octane Recommendations
251
Cleaner Air
252
Fuel Filter
252
Measuring Techniques
252
Running out of Fuel
252
Calculating Fuel Economy
253
Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
254
Habits
254
Maintenance
254
Conditions
255
Emission Control System
255
EPA Window Sticker
255
On Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
256
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
257
Brake Fluid Reservoir
258
Checking and Adding Power Steering Fluid
258
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
259
Correct Fluid Level
259
Low Fluid Level
259
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
260
High Fluid Level
260
Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
260
Temperature a B C
261
Traction AA a B C
261
Treadwear
261
U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire Quality Grades
261
When to RESET the Low Tire Warning System
262
Reset with Message Center
263
Reset Without Message Center
263
Glossary of Tire Terminology
264
Tire Information
264
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall
265
Information on “P” Type Tires
265
Information on “T” Type Tires
269
Location of the Tire Label
269
Tire Care
269
Tire Inflation Pressure
269
Tire and Wheel Alignment
271
Tire Rotation
271
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
273
Tire Wear
273
Tire Replacement Requirements
274
Highway Hazards
275
Safety Practices
275
Snow Tires and Chains
276
Motorcraft Part Numbers
277
Refill Capacities
278
Lubricant Specifications
279
Engine Data
281
Vehicle Dimensions
281
Certification Label
283
Identifying Your Vehicle
283
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
283
Engine Number
284
Transmission/Transaxle Code Designations
284
Passenger Car Application
285
Truck Application
285
Accessories
287
Index
289
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Language
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