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•the ignition is in the 4 (ON) position,
•the brake is pressed before reaching 5 mph (8 km/h), and
•then the vehicle increases to more than 5 mph (8 km/h).
Relock
The autolock feature repeats when:
•an“autolock”occurrence has already taken place,
•the brake is depressed while vehicle speed is less than 5 mph (8
km/h),
•all vehicle doors become closed again, and
•then the vehicle increases to more than 5 mph (8 km/h).
Deactivating/activating the autolock feature
The deactivating/activating the autolock feature can be turned off by the
keyless entry keypad (if equipped) on your door, driver configuration
mode or by your dealer.
SECURILOCKPASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
SecuriLockpassive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization
system. This system is designed to help prevent the engine from being
started unless acoded key programmed to your vehicleis used. The
SecuriLockpassive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford
aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in
vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection.
Theft indicator
The theft indicator is located on top of the instrument panel.
•When the ignition is in the 3 (OFF) position, the indicator will flash
once every 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLocksystem is
functioning as a theft deterrent.
•When the ignition is in the 4 (ON) position, the indicator will glow for
3 seconds to indicate normal system functionality.
If a problem occurs with the SecuriLocksystem, the indicator will flash
rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the 4 (ON) position. If
this occurs, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer for
service.
Key information
Your vehicle is supplied withtwo coded keys (or three keys, if the
valet feature is available).Only acoded keywill start your vehicle.
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Arming the system
When armed, this system will help protect your vehicle from
unauthorized entry. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will
flash the turn signal lamps and side repeaters and honk the horn.
The system is ready to arm whenever the key is removed from the
ignition. Any of the following actions will prearm the alarm system:
•Locking the vehicle using the remote entry transmitter.
•Locking the vehicle using the keyless entry keypad.
•Pressing the interior power door lock control while the door is open.
Twenty seconds after one of the above events occurs, any door/hood that
is closed is armed.
Any door/hood that is still open is prearmed and waiting for the
door/hood to be closed.
Once that input is closed, the input will arm in 20 seconds and the
exterior lamps may flash.
Disarming the system
You can disarm the system by any of the following actions:
•Unlock the vehicle with the remote keyless transmitter.
•Unlock the vehicle with the keyless entry keypad.
•Unlock the vehicle with a key in the driver’s door lock cylinder.
•Use a SecuriLockkey to move the ignition to the 4 (ON) or 5
(START) position.
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Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)
The lumbar control is located on the
inboard side of the seat under the
armrest.
Rotate the control to change the
firmness of the lumbar support.
Kangaroo pouch and map pocket (if equipped)
The front of the cushion contains a pocket which can be used to hold
small objects that need to be easily accessible. The rear of the seat back
also contains a pocket for larger items which need to be easily
accessible.
Memory seats/sideview mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped)
This system allows automatic
positioning of the driver seat,
outside rearview mirrors, and
adjustable pedals to two
programmable positions.
The memory seat control is located
on the door next to the window
inside from the mirror.
•To program position one, move
the driver seat to the desired
position using the seat controls. Press the SET control. The SET
control indicator light will briefly illuminate. While the light is
illuminated, press control 1.
•To program position two, repeat the previous procedure using control
2.
A position can only be recalled when the transmission gearshift is in
Park. A memory seat position may be programmed at any time.
The memory positions are also recalled when you press your remote
entry transmitter UNLOCK control if the transmitter is programmed to a
memory position or when you enter a valid personal entry code that is
programmed to a memory position.
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If Ford Accessory Running Boards
have been installed, use the jack
adapters supplied with the running
boards as described on the inside of
the jack storage area.
6. Locate the jack notch next to the
door closest to the tire you are
changing, then place the jack on the
frame rail directly behind the notch.
7. Turn the jack handle clockwise
until the wheel is completely off the
ground.
To lessen the risk of
personal injury, do not put
any part of your body under the
vehicle while changing a tire. Do
not start the engine when your
vehicle is on the jack. The jack is
only meant for changing the tire.
8. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench.
9. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is
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.
10. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.
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The fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse Panel
Description
1 Relay Accessory delay relay 1
2 Relay Accessory delay relay 2
3 10A Front wiper motor Run feed
4 5A B+ feed to outside mirrors
5 20A Vent window power feed/Radio feed
6 5A Driver door switch illumination/Passenger
door switch illumination
7 10A Rear wiper Run feed
8 10A Cluster/Electronic Automatic Temperature
Control (EATC) B+ feed, DVD
9 10A Passive Anti-theft System (PATS) LED
feed
10 5A Auxiliary radio
11 5A Auxiliary climate control system/Power
Liftgate Module/Left and right power
sliding door module/Data Link Connector
(DLC)/Clock B+ feeds
12 5A Brake-Shift Interlock (BSI) Run feed,
Climate control system Run feed
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse Panel
Description
13 5A Compass/Driver heated seat/Passenger
heated seats/Reverse sensing
system/Power Liftgate Module/Power
sliding door Run feeds
14 5A Underhood fuse box Run feed, Front
blower Run feed
15 10A Brake On-Off (BOO) switch B+
16 5A Steering angle/Cluster/Power sliding door
and power liftgate inhibit
LED/Electrochromatic mirror
Run/Start/Tire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)
17 10A Restraint Control Module
(RCM)/Passenger Air bag Disable Indicator
(PADI)/Passenger Occupant Detection
System (PODS) Run/Start
18 10A Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
module/Brake pressure switch/Speed
control Run/Start
19 5A PATS/Cluster/Air bag LED/Powertrain
Control Module (PCM) relay Run/Start
20 10A Liftgate Start feed, Radio Start feed
21 10A Starter relay power START
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box Description
5 30A** Right-hand power sliding door
6 30A** SJB accessory #2 (driver power
window)
7 30A** Auxiliary blower motor
8 40A** Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) #2 (coil
power)
9 30A** Power liftgate
10 30A** SJB accessory #1 (passenger window,
radio, vent windows)
11 30A** Left power seat/heated seat
12 40A** ABS #1 (pump motor)
13 40A** Rear defroster
14 30A** Front climate control system blower
motor
15 30A** Right power seat/heated seat
16 30A** Left-hand power sliding door
20 Mini relay Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
power
21 Mini relay Horn
22 Micro relay A/C clutch
23 Micro relay High beams
24 Mini relay Starter
25 Micro relay Fuel pump
26—Not used
27—Not used
28 Mini relay Auxiliary blower
29 Micro relay Trailer park lamps
30 Micro relay Left trailer stop/turn lamps
31 Micro relay Right trailer stop/turn lamps
32 Mini relay Rear defroster
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box Description
40 15A* Engine #1 (A/C relay coil, IMRC, HEGO
sensors, Canister purge, Transaxle,
Canister vent)
41 25A* Horn
42 10A* A/C clutch
43 15A* Engine #2 (Cooling fan relays, Injectors,
PCM, MAF sensor, IAC, Ignition coil,
ESM)
44 10A* Heated PCV
45 15A* High beams
46 20A* Trailer stop/turn lamps
47 15A* Fuel pump driver module
48—Not used
49 10A* PCM KAP
50 10A* Alternator
51 10A* Adjustable pedals (non-memory) or
memory module
52 20A* Trailer tow park lamps
53 10A* Heated mirrors
54 30A* Front wiper motor
55 25A* Rear wiper motor
56 30A* Premium sound radio
57 20A* Cigar lighter
58 30A* SJB #1–Center High-Mounted Stop
Lamp (CHMSL), License plate lamps,
OBD II, Dome lamp, Auxiliary blend
doors, Switch illumination (feeds
F–8, F–9, F–10 and F–11)
59 20A* Radio (non-premium)
60 30A* SJB #4–Back-up lamps, Door locks
61 20A* 3rd row power point
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