Function Trade Number
Illuminated visor mirror 74
Overhead console reading lamp (without moon roof) 912
Passenger assist handle (rear seat) 211-2
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer.
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS
Your vehicle is equipped with a Vehicle Headlamp Aim Device (VHAD)
on each headlamp. Each headlamp may be properly aimed in the vertical
(up/down) and the horizontal (left/right) directions using your VHAD
system. The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the
assembly plant.
A bubble (vertical indicator) that is not centered between the two red
lines does not necessarily indicate out-of-aim headlamps. If your vehicle
is not positioned on a level surface, the slope will be included in the
vertical indication. Therefore, vertical and horizontal headlamp
adjustment should be performed only when the beam direction appears
to be incorrect.
You will need one 4 mm wrench or socket to make the adjustments.
If the vehicle has been in an accident, the vehicle's front structure
should be properly aligned before aiming the headlamps.
Horizontal aim adjustment
1. Park the vehicle on a level
surface.
2. With the hood open, remove the
protective cover, locate the
horizontal indicator and the
adjusting screw. They are located at
the rear of the headlamp assembly.
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3.Usea4mmwrench or socket to
turn the horizontal adjusting screw
until the ª0º mark on the yellow dial
lines up with the reference mark on
the marker (as shown) when viewed
directly from above.
Turning the horizontal adjusting
screw in the direction of the arrow
changes the horizontal aim as
shown.
Vertical aim adjustment
1. Park the vehicle on a level
surface.
2. With the hood open, remove the
protective cover, then locate the
bubble level and the vertical
adjustment screw. The adjustment
screw is located on the outboard
side of the headlamp.
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3. The ªUº and ªDº on the bubble
indicate the directional change (up
or down) of the vertical aim.
4.Usea4mmwrench or socket to
turn the vertical adjusting screw
until the bubble is centered between
the two red lines which represents
the ª0º mark position.
When the horizontal and vertical indicators are set to the ª0º mark, the
headlamp has been properly aimed.
5. Install the protective cover.
CLEANING AND CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE
Refer to the ªCustomer Assistance Guideº for a list of Ford-approved
cleaners, polishes and waxes.
Washing your vehicle
Wash your vehicle regularly with
cold or lukewarm water. Never use
strong detergents or soap. If your
vehicle is particularly dirty, use a
quality car wash detergent. Always
use a clean sponge, washing glove
or similar device and plenty of water
for best results. To avoid spots,
avoid washing when the hood is still
warm, immediately after or during
exposure to strong sunlight.
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 at a commercial car wash, it
is recommended that you clean the wiper blades and windshield as
described inCleaning the wiper blades and windshield.
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Fuses ...................................136,137
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ..............178,179,180,181
Gauges .........................................10
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................11
Hazard flashers .........................135
Head restraints ...........................92
Headlamps
aiming ...............................188,189
bulb specifications ..................187
high beam ..............................8,24
turning on and off ......................8
warning chime ..........................10
Heating ........................................26
Hood ..........................................153
Ignition .......................................197
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................183
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................193
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................88
keypad .......................................85
programming entry code ...86,87,
88
Keys
key in ignition chime .................9
positions of the ignition ...........47
Lamps
autolamp system .......................25
daytime running light ...............24
headlamps .................................24
headlamps, flash to pass ..........25
instrument panel, dimming .....25
interior lamps ....................54,187
replacing bulbs ..183,184,186,187
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................48
Lights, warning and indicator
air bag ..........................................7
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..............8brake ............................................7
charging system ..........................9
oil pressure .................................9
safety belt ...................................7
service engine soon ....................6
traction control off .....................9
turn signal indicator ...................8
Locks
childproof ..................................77
Lumbar support, seats ...............94
Message center
date/economy button ..........15,16
menu button .............................17
reset button ..............................16
system check button ................13
warning messages .....................14
Mirrors .........................................67
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................73
cleaning ...................................194
heated ........................................76
programmable memory ............84
side view mirrors (power) .......76
Moon roof ....................................66
Motorcraft parts ........................178
Octane rating ............................177
Odometer .....................................11
Overdrive ...................................126
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ................................82
Parking brake ............................121
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................140
Power door locks ........................74
Power steering ...................123,124
fluid, checking and adding ....161
Radio .............32,33,34,35,36,37,38,
39,40,41,42,43
Relays .................................136,142
Remote entry system .......81,88,90
illuminated entry ......................84
locking/unlocking doors ...........81
Index
203
