INTERIOR LAMPS
Map/Courtesy lamps
The courtesy lamps light when:
•any door is opened.
•the instrument panel dimmer
switch is rotated past the detent.
•the UNLOCK control of the
remote entry controls is pressed
and the ignition is OFF.
The reading lamps can be turned on
by pressing the rocker controls next
to each lamp.
If equipped with Remote Keyless Entry, the courtesy lamp will illuminate
whenever any door is opened and will remain on for 25 seconds after the
door is shut or when the ignition is turned to the ON position.
With overhead console
With overhead console and moon
roof
To turn on the map lamps, press the
map lamp control.
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Function Trade Number
License plate lamp 168
High-mount brakelamp 912
Luggage compartment lamp 212-2
Rear reading lamp 578
Map lamp 906
Dual floorwell lamp 906
Glove compartment 168
Visor vanity lamp - Slide on Rail system
(SOR)37
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer.
Replacing the interior bulbs
Check the operation of all bulbs frequently.
Overhead console lamps
To remove and replace the lamps in the overhead console:
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position and remove the
overhead console from the headliner
by pulling it straight down.
2. Remove the bulb socket from the
back of the lamp housing by pulling
it straight out.
3. Remove the bulb from the socket
by pulling straight out.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing headlamp bulbs
To remove the headlamp bulb:
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open the hood.
2. Remove the radiator cover by turning the three knobs to the unlock
position.
3. Remove two retainers and pull headlamp assembly forward to expose
bulb.
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vehicle’s locks. If this occurs, you will have to reprogram all the
transmitters again, as you cannot just “add” a transmitter.
Illuminated entry
The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to
unlock the door(s) or sound the personal alarm.
The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if:
•the ignition switch is turned to the 2 (ACCESSORY), 3 (ON) or
4 (START) positions, or
•the remote transmitter lock control is pressed, or
•after 25 seconds of illumination.
The dome lamp control mustnotbe set to theoffposition for the
illuminated entry system to operate.
The inside lights will not turn off if:
•they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or
•any door is open.
The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the
last door is closed, or after 10 minutes if the last door is left open.
Autolock (if equipped)
This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when:
•all doors are closed,
•the engine is running,
•you shift into any gear, putting the vehicle in motion, and
•the vehicle’s speed is greater than 3 mph (5 km/h).
Auto-relock
The autolock feature repeats when:
•a door is opened and closed while the engine is running,
•you shift into any gear, putting the vehicle in motion, and
•the vehicle’s speed is greater than 3 mph (5 km/h).
Auto-unlock
The auto-unlock feature will unlock all doors when:
•the ignition has been in the 3 (ON) position, all doors are closed, and
the vehicle has been in motion at a speed greater than 12 mph
(20 km/h),
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GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your
vehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality
accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive
needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and
aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In addition, each accessory is
made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford’s rigorous
engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or
replace any properly dealer-installed Genuine Ford Accessories found to
be defective in factory-supplied materials or workmanship during the
warranty period, as well as any component damaged by the defective
accessory. The accessories will be warranted for whichever provides you
the greatest benefit:
•12 months or 12,000 miles (20,000 km) (whichever occurs first), or
•the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.
This means that Genuine Ford Accessories purchased along with your
new vehicle and installed by a dealer are covered for the full length of
your New Vehicle’s Limited Warranty — 3 years or 36,000 miles (60,000 km)(whichever occurs first). Contact your dealer for details and a copy of
the warranty.
Not all accessories are available for all models.
The following is a list of several Genuine Ford Accessories. Not all
accessories are available for all models. For a complete listing of the
accessories that are available for your vehicle, please contact your dealer
or visit our online store at: www.fordaccessoriesstore.com.
Exterior style
Bug shields
Deflectors
Front end covers
Headlamps, fog lights and Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)
Splash guards
Interior style
Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors
Floor mats
Lifestyle
Cargo organization and management
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F
Fail safe cooling ........................235
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....236
Floor mats ...................................82
Fluid capacities .........................253
Fuel ............................................236
calculating fuel
economy ......................56, 75, 242
cap ...........................................239
capacity ...................................253
choosing the right fuel ...........240
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................245
detergent in fuel .....................242
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................236, 239, 243
filter, specifications ........236, 252
fuel pump shut-off switch .....185
improving fuel economy ........242
octane rating ...................241, 257
quality ......................................241
running out of fuel .................242
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................236
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................236, 240–241
Fuses ..................................186–187
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............239
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................242
Gauges .........................................14
H
Hazard flashers .........................184
Head restraints ...........................98Headlamps ...................................40
aiming ........................................42
autolamp system .......................40
bulb specifications ....................45
daytime running lights .............41
flash to pass ..............................41
high beam .................................41
replacing bulbs .........................46
turning on and off ....................40
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................36–37
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................69
Hood ..........................................222
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Ignition ...............................167, 257
Illuminated visor mirror .............52
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................134
Inspection/maintenance
(I/M) testing ..............................247
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................218
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................42
J
Jack ............................................195
positioning ...............................195
storage .....................................195
Jump-starting your vehicle ......201
K
Keyless entry system .................90
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autolock .....................................89
keypad .......................................90
programming entry code .........91
Keys .................................83, 95–96
positions of the ignition .........167
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................40
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................45
daytime running light ...............41
headlamps .................................40
headlamps, flash to pass ..........41
instrument panel, dimming .....42
interior lamps .....................43–46
replacing bulbs .........................46
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................42
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........172
Limited slip axle
(see Traction Loc) ....................177
Load limits .................................156
Locks
autolock .....................................89
childproof ..................................84
doors ..........................................83
Lubricant specifications ...255, 257
Lug nuts ....................................200
Lumbar support, seats .............102
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Message center .....................73–74
english/metric button ...............78
system check button ................77
warning messages .....................78Mirrors .........................................64
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................63
fold away ...................................64
heated ........................................64
side view mirrors (power) .......64
Moon roof ....................................69
Motorcraft parts ........219, 236, 252
O
Octane rating ............................241
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................225
P
Parking brake ............................173
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....252
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................105
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................65
Power adjustable foot pedals .....65
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................190
Power door locks ..................83, 89
Power mirrors .............................64
Power point .................................62
Power steering ..................175–176
fluid, checking and adding ....248
fluid, refill capacity ................253
fluid, specifications .................255
Power Windows ...........................62
R
Radio ....................17, 19, 21, 25, 30
Rear window defroster ...............39
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