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8. Install the plastic retainer and carefully push the carpet back into
place.
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in
OFF position, then remove two
screws, grommets and the license
plate lamp assembly from the trunk
lid.
2. Carefully pull the bulb from the
socket and push in the new bulb.
3. Install the lamp assembly on
trunk lid with two grommets,
ensuring the grommets are pushed
all the way in to the trunk lid and secure with two screws.
Replacing backup lamp bulbs
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in
OFF position, then open trunk and
remove bulb socket from the trunk
lid by turning counterclockwise.
2. Pull the bulb straight out of the
socket and push in the new bulb.
3. Install the bulb socket in trunk lid
by turning clockwise.
Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs
To change the high-mount brake
lamp assembly:
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in
OFF position, then pry the light
assembly away from its housing to
disengage it from the retaining clips.
2. Remove the light assembly from
the headliner.
3. Disconnect the light assembly wiring and replace the light assembly.
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A
Accessory delay ........................114
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ................................165, 169
and child safety seats ............167
description ......................165, 169
disposal ....................................172
driver air bag ..................167, 170
indicator light .................169, 171
operation .........................167, 170
passenger air bag ...........167, 170
side air bag ..............................169
Air cleaner filter .......271–272, 286
Air suspension ...........................192
description ..............................192
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................252
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................188
Anti-theft system ......................144
Audio system (see Radio) .........17
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................193
fluid, adding ............................269
fluid, checking ........................269
fluid, refill capacities ..............287
fluid, specification ..................290
Auxiliary power point ...............113
Axle
lubricant specifications ..288, 290
refill capacities ........................287
traction lok ..............................196
B
Battery .......................................250
acid, treating emergencies .....250jumping a disabled battery ....222
maintenance-free ....................250
replacement, specifications ...286
servicing ..................................250
BeltMinder .................................160
Brakes ........................................188
anti-lock ...................................188
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................188
fluid, checking and adding ....268
fluid, refill capacities ..............287
fluid, specifications .........288, 290
lubricant specifications ..288, 290
shift interlock ..........................192
Bulbs ............................................96
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....287
CD changer .................................21
CD-single premium .....................17
Cell phone use ..........................122
Certification Label ....................292
Changing a tire .........................216
Child safety restraints ..............172
child safety belts ....................172
Child safety seats ......................175
attaching with tether straps ..179
in front seat ............................176
in rear seat ..............................176
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............238
instrument panel ....................240
interior .....................................240
plastic parts ............................239
washing ....................................237
waxing .....................................237
wheels ......................................238
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F
Fail safe cooling ........................257
Floor mats .................................129
Fluid capacities .........................287
Fuel ............................................258
calculating fuel
economy ..................107, 124, 262
cap ...........................................260
capacity ...................................287
choosing the right fuel ...........261
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................265
detergent in fuel .....................262
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................258, 260, 262
filter, specifications ........262, 286
fuel filler door override ..........128
fuel filler door release ............128
fuel pump shut-off switch .....207
improving fuel economy ........262
octane rating ...................261, 290
quality ......................................261
running out of fuel .................262
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................258
Fuses ..................................208–209
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............260
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................262
Gauges .........................................15
H
Hazard flashers .........................207
Head restraints .........................146
Headlamps ...................................92aiming ........................................94
autolamp system .......................92
bulb specifications ....................96
daytime running lights .............93
flash to pass ..............................93
high beam .................................93
replacing bulbs .........................98
turning on and off ....................92
HomeLink universal
transceiver (see Garage door
opener) ......................................108
Hood ..........................................244
I
Ignition ...............................184, 290
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................175
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................267
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................240
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................94
J
Jack ............................................216
positioning ...............................216
storage .....................................216
Jump-starting your vehicle ......222
K
Keyless entry system ...............139
Keys
positions of the ignition .........184
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Lamps
autolamp system .......................92
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................96
daytime running light ...............93
headlamps .................................92
headlamps, flash to pass ..........93
instrument panel, dimming .....94
interior lamps .....................96–97
replacing bulbs ...........96, 98–100
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................95
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........188
speed control ..........................119
Load limits .................................199
Locks
childproof ................................131
doors ........................................130
Lubricant specifications ...288, 290
Lug nuts ....................................222
Lumbar support, seats .............147
M
Message center .........................122
english/metric button .............126
reset button ............................124
warning messages ...................111
Mirrors ...............................103, 115
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ......................................115
fold away .................................116
heated ......................................116
programmable memory ..........138
side view mirrors (power) .....115Moon roof ..................................122
Motorcraft parts ................262, 286
N
Navigation system .......................25
cd functions ..............................42
destination mode ......................66
DVD location .............................86
map mode .................................46
quick start .................................27
radio functions ..........................34
O
Octane rating ............................261
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................246
P
Parking brake ............................189
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....286
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) ...............................116
Power adjustable foot pedals ...116
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................212
Power door locks ......................130
Power mirrors ...........................115
Power point ...............................113
Power steering ..........................191
fluid, checking and adding ....268
fluid, refill capacity ................287
fluid, specifications .................288
Power trunk ......................127–128
Power Windows .........................114
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