2005 FORD FREESTYLE wiper fluid

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER
Windshield wiper:For intermittent
operation, move control up one
position.
Adjust the rotary control to the
desired speed setting.
Mist function:To activate mist,
push control down from the OFF
position and release to get one wipe.
For normal or low speed wiper
operation, move control up two
positions from OFF.
For high speed wiper operation,
move control up three positions
from OFF.
Windshield washer:Pull the end
of the stalk towards you:
•briefly: causes a single swipe of
the wipers without washer fluid.
•a quick pull and hold: the wipers
will swipe three times with
washer fluid.
•a long pull and hold: the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for
up to ten seconds.
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Driver Controls
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Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current
fuses.
Always replace the cover to the power distribution box before
reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the
Batterysection of theMaintenance and Specificationschapter.
The high-current fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
1 80A* Interior fuse panel (SJB), SJB
fuses 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8 and 12
2—Not used
3—Not used
4 50A* Wiper RUN/ACC relay to PDB,
PDB fuses 37 and 38
5—Not used
6 20A* Moonroof
7—Not used
8 60A* Engine cooling fan
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WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the
level is low. In very cold weather, do
not fill the reservoir completely.
Only use a washer fluid that meets
Ford specification WSB-M8B16–A2.
Refer toLubricant specifications
in this chapter.
State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the
use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive.
Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used
only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the
vehicle’s paint finish, wiper blades or washer system.
If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 40°F (4.5°C),
use washer fluid with antifreeze protection. Failure to use
washer fluid with antifreeze protection in cold weather could result in
impaired windshield vision and increase the risk of injury or accident.
Note:Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir. Washer
fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system
components.
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals
for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the
oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
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plastic parts ............................236
washing ....................................234
waxing .....................................234
wheels ......................................235
wiper blades ............................236
Climate control
(see Air conditioning or
Heating) .....................41, 43, 45, 47
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................21
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................79
Console ..................................87–88
overhead ..............................63–64
Controls
power seat ...............................108
steering column ........................71
Coolant
checking and adding ..............249
refill capacities ................255, 268
specifications ..................270, 272
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................68
Customer Assistance ................209
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................239
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................231
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............232
Getting roadside assistance ...209
Getting the service
you need .................................225
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................233
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................228
Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program ...............231D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................52
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................267
engine oil .................................243
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........270
Driving under special
conditions ..........................203, 206
sand .........................................204
snow and ice ...........................206
through water .................205, 207
E
Electronic message center .........76
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................218
Emission control system ..........263
Engine ........................................272
cleaning ...................................235
coolant .....................................249
idle speed control ...................247
lubrication
specifications ..................270, 272
refill capacities ........................268
service points ..........................242
starting after a collision .........210
Engine block heater .................193
Engine oil ..................................243
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................243
checking and adding ..............243
dipstick ....................................243
filter, specifications ........246, 267
recommendations ...................246
refill capacities ........................268
specifications ..................270, 272
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Turn signal ..................................55
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................272
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................274
Vehicle loading ..........................180
Ventilating your vehicle ...........193
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10Washer fluid ..............................243
Water, Driving through .............207
Windows
power
.........................................65
rear wiper/washer
.....................62
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and adding fluid
.....243
operation
...................................61
replacing wiper blades
.............62
Wrecker towing
.........................223
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