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ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)
To turn on the visor mirror lamps,
lift the mirror cover. Adjust the
amount of light by sliding the
control.
MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)
To open, press and hold the rear
portion of the control. This will fully
open the moon roof.
To close, press and hold the front
portion of the control.
WIRELESS INTERFACE MODULE (WIM) CELL PHONE SYSTEM
(IF EQUIPPED)
The Wireless Interface Module (WIM) Cell Phone System allows for
hands-free phone communication while in your car. With your cell phone
plugged in the Phone Adapter System (PAS) in the center console,
incoming calls will ring through the audio system speakers. The audio
system does not have to be ªONº to place or receive a phone call. The
WIM will turn on your audio system when you place or receive a phone
call.
With this system you will hear and control the volume of the person you
are talking to through your car's audio system. Your voice is picked up
through the microphone mounted above the rear view mirror allowing
you to talk on the phone.Your volume setting in your phone will
effect the volume through the audio system. You may have to reset
the volume of your phone when using WIM system.
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You will need a Phone Adapter System (PAS) that is compatible with
your cell phone that you install into the center console. This system
includes a Phone Adapter Module (PAM) with a Wiring Harness and a
Hang-Up Cup. For more information, call 1±800±736±9450 to order the
Phone Adapter System (PAS) for your specific phone.
To install the PAS, locate the four
screw holes in the console. Install
the PAM and the hang-up cup with
four screws.
Remove the connector cover and
plug the PAS wiring harness into the
harness connector in the console.
Position the PAS harness in the opening on the inside corner of the
connector cover and install the connector cover on the console.
To answer or end a call, press and
release the control button on the
microphone mounted above the rear
view mirror or use the phone itself
(refer to your phone's owner manual
for more information).
The radio will display the word
ªCALLº when you are on the phone.
Check and obey the laws and regulations on the use of wireless
telephones in the areas where you drive.
Before driving, familiarize yourself with the operation and
location of the WIM system.
To avoid potential distraction and increased risk of injury or
accident, Ford recommends you do not use the phone while
driving.
Please pull off the road and park before making or answering a call
To prevent damage to the antenna or your car, remove the cellular phone
antenna mast before using an automatic car wash.
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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.
The fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment
Fuse Panel Description
1 Ð Accessory Delay Relay
2 Ð Driver One Touch Down Relay
3 Ð Blower Motor Relay
4 Ð Flasher Relay
5 Ð Not Used
6 Ð Not Used
7 40A Rear Defrost Grid Feed
8 40A Blower Motor
9 Ð Rear Defrost Relay
10 30A Power Seats, Delayed Accessory, Adjustable
Pedals
11 15A Integrated Control Panel (ICP), Rear
Washer Wiper Control, Front Washer, Cell
Phone, Passenger Switch Illumination,
GEM, Rear Wiper Motor
12 10A Heated Mirrors, Rear Defrost Switch
12
34
56
78
9
10
11 1213 14
15
16 1718
19 2021 22
2324
2526
27 2829
30
32 33
35
3637
38
39 40
41
42
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The high-current fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box Description
1 60A** Fuse Junction Panel
2 30A** PCM Relay
3 60A** Fuse Junction Panel
4 Ð Not Used
5 Ð Not Used
6 Ð Not Used
7 40A** Starter Relay, Ignition Switch
8 20A** Transit Relay (Export only)
9 40A** Cooling Fan Relays
10 Ð Not Used
11 20A** Thermactor Relay (FFV only)
12 Ð Not Used
13 40A** Anti-Lock Brake Module Pump Feed
14 Ð Not Used
15 20A* Anti-Lock Brake Module Valve Solenoid
16 20A* Fuel Pump Relay
17 20A* Rear Control Unit, CD Changer, Cell Phone
18 Ð Not Used
19 15A* Right Headlamp
20 Ð Not Used
1
23
4
56
7
8
910
11 12
1314
1516 17
18
19202122
2324
25
29
3026 27 28
31
32
33
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If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle
needs service, or if you need more help than the dealership could
provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford
Customer Assistance Center to find an authorized dealership to help you.
In the United States:
Ford Motor Company
Customer Assistance Center
16800 Executive Plaza Drive
P.O. Box 6248
Dearborn, Michigan 48121
1-800-521-4140
(TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952)
In Canada:
Customer Assistance Centre
Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited
P.O. Box 2000
Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4
1-800-565-3673 (FORD)
In order to help you service your Ford or Lincoln Mercury vehicle, please
have the following information available when contacting a Customer
Assistance Center:
²Your telephone number (home and business)
²The name of the dealer and the city where the dealership is located
²The year and make of your vehicle
²The date of vehicle purchase
²The current odometer reading
²The vehicle identification number (VIN)
If you still have a complaint involving a warranty dispute, you may wish
to contact the Dispute Settlement Board (U.S.) or the Canadian Motor
Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP), available in all of Canada (except
Quebec).
In some states (in the U.S.) you must directly notify Ford in writing
before pursuing remedies under your state's warranty laws. Ford is also
allowed a final repair attempt in some states.
In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the
Dispute Settlement Board before taking action under the Magnuson-Moss
Warranty Act, or to the extent allowed by state law, before pursuing
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Concerns are ineligible for review if the New Vehicle Limited Warranty
has expired at receipt of your application and, in certain states eligibility
is dependent upon the customer's possession of the vehicle.
Eligibility may differ according to state law. For example, see the unique
brochures for California, West Virginia, Georgia and Wisconsin
purchasers/lessees.
Board membership
The Board consists of:
²three consumer representatives
²a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representative
Consumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained by
an independent consulting firm. The dealership Board member is chosen
from Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership management, recognized for
their business leadership qualities.
What the Board needs
To have your case reviewed you must complete the application in the
DSB brochure and mail it to the address provided on the application
form. Some states will require you to use certified mail, with return
receipt requested.
Your application is reviewed and, if it is determined to be eligible, you
will receive an acknowledgment indicating:
²the file number assigned to your application
²the toll-free phone number of the DSB's independent administrator
Your dealership and a Ford Motor Company representative will then be
asked to submit statements.
To properly review your case, the Board needs the following information:
²legible copies of all documents and maintenance or repair orders
relevant to the case
²the year, make, model, and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) listed
on your vehicle ownership license
²the date of repair(s) and mileage at the time of occurrence(s)
²the current mileage
²the name of the dealer(s) who sold or serviced the vehicle
²a brief description of your unresolved concern
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²a brief summary of the action taken by the dealer(s) and Ford Motor
Company
²the names (if known) of all the people you contacted at the
dealership(s)
²a description of the action you expect to resolve your concern
You will receive a letter of explanation if your application does not
qualify for Board review.
Oral presentations
If you would like to make an oral presentation, indicate YES to question
#6 on the application. While it is your right to make an oral presentation
before the Board, this is not a requirement and the Board will decide the
case whether or not an oral presentation is made. Oral presentation may
be requested by the Board as well.
Making a decision
Board members review all available information related to each
complaint, including oral presentations, and arrive at a fair and impartial
decision. Board review may be terminated at any time by either party.
Every effort is made to decide the case within 40 days of the date that
all requested information is received by the Board. Since the Board
generally meets once a month, it may take longer for the Board to
consider some cases.
After a case is reviewed, the Board mails you a decision letter and a
form on which to accept or reject the Board's decision. The decisions of
the Board are binding on Ford (and, in some cases, on the dealer) but
not on consumers who are free to pursue other remedies available to
them under state or federal law.
To Request a DSB Brochure/Application
For a brochure/application, speak to your dealer or write/call to the
Board at the following address/phone number:
Dispute Settlement Board
P.O. Box 5120
Southfield, MI 48086±5120
1±800±428±3718
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The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion may
damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause
engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company/Ford of
Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper
fuel.
In the United States, using leaded fuel may also result in difficulty
importing your vehicle back into the U.S.
If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in
Central or South America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the
nearest Ford dealership. If the dealership cannot help you, write or call:
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
WORLDWIDE DIRECT MARKET OPERATIONS
1555 Fairlane Drive
Fairlane Business Park #3
Allen Park, Michigan 48101
U.S.A.
Telephone: (313) 594-4857
FAX: (313) 390-0804
If you are in another foreign country, contact the nearest Ford
dealership. If the dealership employees cannot help you, they can direct
you to the nearest Ford affiliate office.
If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of
the U.S. or Canada, register your vehicle identification number (VIN) and
new address with Ford Motor Company Worldwide Direct Market
Operations.
FORD CAR CARE PRODUCTS FOR YOUR VEHICLE
Ford has many quality products available from your dealer to clean your
vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been
specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom
designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle. Each
product is made from high quality materials and that meet or exceed
Ford's rigid specifications. For best results, use the following or products
of equivalent quality:
Ford Custom Clearcoat Polish*
Ford Custom Silicone Gloss Polish
Ford Custom Vinyl Protectant* (not available in Canada)
Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner (Canada only)
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