Replacing tail/brake/backup lights and turn signal bulbs (3dr & 5dr)
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position and then
open the hatchback.
2. From inside the luggage
compartment remove the wing nut
of the rear light assembly cover.
3. Using a Phillips screwdriver
remove the screw. The lamp is still
retained by a spring loaded clip.
Remove by gently pulling out the
light housing.
4. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise as far as possible and pull it
out.
5. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.
Install in reverse order.
Replacing tail/brake/backup lights and turn signal bulbs (sedan)
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position and then
open the trunk.
2. From inside the luggage
compartment remove the three wing
nuts of the light housing.
3. Gently pull the light housing to
the outside.
4. Turn the bulb socket
counterclockwise and pull it out.
5. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.
Install in reverse order.
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Replacing side marker bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position.
2. Remove the front shield from the
bumper.
3. Reach under the front fender,
grasp the bulb socket and turn it
counterclockwise to remove it.
4. Pull the bulb straight out.
Install in reverse order.
Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs
Sedan
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position and open the
luggage compartment.
2. Using a screwdriver remove the
trim from the trunk lid.
3. Pull the bulb holder from the
lamp assembly.
4. Pull the bulb straight out.
Install in reverse order.
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To open the luggage compartment
door (lid) from within the luggage
compartment, pull the illuminated
“T” shaped handle and push up on
the trunk lid. The handle is
composed of a material that will
glow for hours in darkness following
brief exposure to ambient light.
The “T” shaped handle will be
located either on the luggage
compartment door (lid) or inside
the luggage compartment near the
tail lamps.
Keep vehicle doors and
luggage compartment
locked and keep keys and remote
transmitters out of a child’s reach.
Unsupervised children could lock
themselves in the trunk and risk
injury. Children should be taught
not to play in vehicles.
On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can
rise very quickly. Exposure of people or animals to these high
temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious
heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are
particularly at risk.
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Opening the luggage compartment
Pressonce to open the luggage compartment.Note:This feature
will only operate with the ignition in the 1 (LOCK) or the 2 (OFF)
position.
•Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving your
vehicle. Failure to properly latch the trunk may cause objects to fall
out or block the driver’s rear view.
Sounding a panic alarm
Press
to activate the alarm. Press the control again, or turn the
ignition to the 3 (ON) position to deactivate.
Note:The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the 1
(LOCK) or 2 (OFF) position.
Replacing the battery
The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium
battery CR2032 or equivalent.
To replace the battery:
1. Twist a thin coin between the two
halves of the remote entry
transmitter near the key ring. DO
NOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVER
AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE
FRONT HOUSING OF THE
REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER.
2. Do not wipe off any grease on the
battery terminals on the back
surface of the circuit board.
3. Remove the old battery.Note:Please refer to local regulations when
disposing of transmitter batteries.
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11. Your new, unprogrammed key is now programmed.
If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle’s
engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and
then go out.
If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start your
vehicle’s engine and the theft indicator light will flash on and off, or stay
on for more than three seconds. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to
your authorized dealer to have the new key(s) programmed.
To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), repeat this procedure
from Step 1 for each additional key.
PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
The perimeter anti-theft system will warn you in the event of an
unauthorized entry to your vehicle.
If there is any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle,
ensureALL remote entry transmittersare taken to the authorized
dealer to aid in troubleshooting.
Arming the system
When armed, this system will respond if unauthorized entry is
attempted. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will flash the
park/turn lamps and will sound the horn.
The system is ready to arm whenever the key is removed from the
ignition. Either of the following actions will prearm the alarm system:
•Press the
control on the remote entry transmitter.
•Lock the doors with the key in the key cylinder.
•Open a door and press the power door lock control to lock all the
doors, and then close the door.
Disarming the system
You can disarm the system by any of the following actions:
•Unlock the doors by pressing the
control on your remote entry
transmitter.
•Unlock the doors with a key. Turn the key full travel (toward the front
of the vehicle) to ensure the alarm disarms.
Triggering the anti-theft system
The armed system will be triggered if any door, liftgate/trunk or the hood
is opened without using the key or the remote entry transmitter.
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LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
ItemFord Part
Name or
EquivalentFord Part
NumberFord
Specification
Brake fluid Motorcraft High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1 ESA-M6C25-A
Door latch, hood
latch, auxiliary
hood latch,
trunk latch, seat
tracks.Multi-Purpose
GreaseXG-4 or XL-5 ESB-M1C93–B
Lock cylinder Motorcraft
Penetrating and
Lock LubricantXL-1 none
Automatic
transaxleMotorcraft
MERCONV
AT FXT-5-QM MERCONV
Manual transaxle Motorcraft Full
Synthetic
Manual
Transmission
FluidXT-M5-QS WSD-M2C200–C
Engine oil Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)
XO-5W20-QSP
(US)
CXO-5W20–LSP12
(Canada)WSS-M2C930-A
and API
Certification
Mark
Constant
velocity jointsCV Joint Grease
(High Temp.)XG-5 WSS-M1C258–A1
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Load limits .................................121
Locks
autolock .....................................52
childproof ..................................54
Lubricant specifications ...207–208
Lug nuts ....................................156
M
Manual transaxle
lubricant specifications ..........208
Manual transmission .................139
fluid capacities ........................205
reverse .....................................140
Mirrors .........................................43
heated ........................................43
side view mirrors (power) .......43
Moon roof ....................................47
Motorcraft parts ........174, 190, 203
O
Octane rating ............................194
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................180
P
Parking brake ............................133
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....203
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................70
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................148
Power mirrors .............................43
Power point .................................41
Power steering ..........................135
fluid, checking and adding ....200fluid, refill capacity ................205
fluid, specifications .........207–208
Power Windows ...........................42
R
Radio ......................................16, 20
Rear window defroster ...............28
Relays ........................................144
Remote audio controls ...............47
Remote entry system .................56
locking/unlocking doors ...........52
opening the trunk .....................58
Roadside assistance ..................142
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............77
Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) ...68, 72–75
Safety defects, reporting ..........169
Safety restraints ..............68, 72–76
belt minder ...............................78
extension assembly ..................76
for adults .............................73–75
for children .........................94–95
Occupant Classification
Sensor ........................................70
safety belt maintenance ...........77
warning light and chime ....77–78
Safety seats for children ............98
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................211
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............68
Seats ............................................63
child safety seats ......................98
Servicing your vehicle ..............176
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Spark plugs,
specifications .....................203, 208
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................207–208
Speed control ..............................44
Starting your vehicle ........129–131
jump starting ..........................157
Steering wheel
controls ......................................47
tilting .........................................40
Sunroof (moonroof) ...................47
T
Temperature control
(see Climate control) .................25
Tilt steering wheel ......................40
Tires ...................................106–107
alignment ................................112
care ..........................................110
changing ..................................153
checking the pressure ............110
inspecting and inflating .........108
label .........................................119
replacing ..................................114
rotating ....................................113
safety practices .......................112
sidewall information ...............114
snow tires and chains ............120
spare tire .................................151
terminology .............................107
tire grades ...............................107
treadwear ........................106, 111
Towing .......................................125
recreational towing .................128
trailer towing ..........................125
wrecker ....................................162
Traction control ........................134Transaxle
lubricant specifications ..........208
Transmission
automatic operation ...............135
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....135
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................201
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................203
fluid, refill capacities ..............205
lubricant specifications ..........207
manual operation ....................139
Trunk ...........................................54
remote release ..........................58
Turn signal ..................................31
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................208
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................212
Vehicle loading ..........................121
Ventilating your vehicle ...........132
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10
Washer fluid ..............................179
Water, Driving through .............141
Windows
power .........................................42
rear wiper/washer .....................39
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
checking and adding fluid .....179
operation ...................................39
replacing wiper blades ...........179
Wrecker towing .........................162
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