2005 FORD FREESTYLE Quick Reference Guide

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QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE

ONE| HEADLAMP CONTROL
Turning the headlamp control clockwise to the first position turns on the parking lamps,
instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps, and the tail lamps. Continuing to turn the
headlamp control to the second position turns on the headlamps. To use the autolamplightsensitive, automatic onoff control for the headlamps, turn the headlamp control
counterclockwise. To turn autolamps off, turn the control clockwise to the OFF position.
To activate the high beams, simply pull the turn signal lever towards you to the second detent. Pull the
lever towards you again to deactivate them. Use the same lever to activate the “Flash to Pass” feature.Pull the lever towards you to the first detent to activate and release it to deactivate.
TWO | FOGLAMP CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
With the ignition on, the foglamps can be turned on when the headlamp control is in the
parking lamp, headlamp, or autolamp position, and the high beams are not on. Simply pullthe headlamp control towards you to turn on the foglamps. The foglamp indicator light willilluminate. The foglamps will not operate when the high beams are activated.
THREE | PANEL DIMMER
Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable switches in the
vehicle during headlamp and parking lamp operation. Move the control to the full uprightposition, past the detent, to turn on the interior lamps.
FOUR| HOOD RELEASE
To open the hood, pull the hood release handle under the bottom of the instrument panel,
near the steering column. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latchlocated under the front center of the hood. Use the prop rod to support the raised hood.
FIVE| SPEED CONTROL
For your speed control to work, you must press and release the ON button. Pressing and
releasing the OFF button, disengages the system and turns it off. To set a desired speed,accelerate to the desired speed, press and release the SET+ button, then take your foot off
the accelerator pedal. You can increase speed using speed control by pressing and
releasing the SET+ button until you reach the desired speed; increasing speed by 1 mph (1.6
km/h) with each tap. You can decrease speed in the same way using the SET button.
Pressing the RSM
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND INTERIOR FEATURES

(resume) button will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. The RSM control will not
work if the vehicle speed is below 30 mph (48km/h) or if the OFF button was pressed. To disengage thespeed control, press the OFF or CNCL button or press the brake.
SIX| TILT STEERING COLUMN
To adjust the steering wheel, push the adjustment lever down to unlock the steering
column. While the lever is down, tilt the steering column to your desired position. Whileholding the steering column in place, pull the lever up to its original position to lock thesteering column. Do not adjust while driving.
SEVEN | STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)
These controls allow you to adust the radio and CD features from the steering wheel. Press
MEDIA to select AM, FM1, FM2 or CD. Press SEEK to access the next/previous strong
station or track on a CD. Press VOL+/ to adjust volume and MUTE to mute the volume.
EIGHT| WINDSHIELD WIPER WASHER
The multifunction lever controls the windshield wiper modes, speeds, and the windshield
washer. For intermittent operation, move the control up one position. You can then adjust
the rotary control to the desired interval speed. For normal or low wiper speed, move the
control up two positions from OFF. For high speed operation, move the control up three
positions from OFF. For windshield washer control, pull the end of the lever toward you. A
brief pull causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid. With a quick pull and hold, the wiperswill swipe three times with washer fluid. A long pull and hold will activate the wipers and washer fluid forup to ten seconds.
NINE| TRACTION CONTROL™(IF EQUIPPED)
This system helps you maintain the stability and steerability of your vehicle on slippery road
surfaces such as snow, ice, or gravel. The system works closely with many of the elements
already present in the AntiLock Braking System. The system defaults to ON. However,
should you become stuck, try switching the Traction Control™ off.

ELEVENTHIRTEEN FOURTEEN
TEN| THROTTLE CONTROL /
TRANSMISSION LAMP
The Throttle Control/Transmission Lamp illuminates
when a powertrain fault has been detected. Contact yourdealer as soon as possible.
ELEVEN | ENGINE COOLANT LAMP
Illuminates when the engine coolant is low. Stop the
vehicle as soon as safely possible and let the engine cool.
TWELVE | ABS WARNING LAMP
In an emergency, apply continuous force to the brake
pedal. Do not pump the brakes. Any pulsation ormechanical noise you may feel or hear is normal. If the light
stays on, have your vehicle serviced. Normal braking is stillfunctional unless the brake warning light is also illuminated.
THIRTEEN | MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)
With the ignition in the ON position, the message center
displays important vehicle information by constantly
monitoring vehicle systems. You may select display featureson the message center for a display of status preceded by abrief indicator chime. The system will also notify you ofpotential vehicle problems with a display of system
warnings. For more detailed information, please consult your Owner's Guide.
FOURTEEN | CHECK ENGINE LAMP
The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the
ignition is first turned to the ON position to check thebulb. If the light stays on or blinks, the On BoardDiagnostics System has detected a malfunction. Drive ina moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration or
deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately.
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