
To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents
located in the middle of the instrument panel.
Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these
objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER
Press the rear window defroster
control to clear the rear window and
sideview mirrors of thin ice or fog.
The light above the control will
illuminate to indicate that the rear
defrost is operating.
The ignition must be in the RUN position and the engine running in
order to operate the rear window defroster.
The rear window defroster turns off automatically after a predetermined
amount of time, if a low battery condition is detected, or if the ignition is
turned to the OFF position. To manually turn off the rear window
defroster at any time, press the control again.
Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside
of the rear window or to remove decals from the inside of the
rear window. This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and
will not be covered by your warranty.
CABIN AIR FILTER
Your vehicle is equipped with a cabin air filter. The particulate air
filtration system is designed to reduce the concentration of airborne
particles such as dust, spores and pollen in the air being supplied to the
interior of the vehicle. The particulate filtration system gives the
following benefits to customers:
•Improves the customer’s driving comfort by reducing particle
concentration
•Improves the interior compartment cleanliness
•Protects the climate control components from particle deposits
The filter is located just in front of the windshield under the cowl grille
on the passenger side of the vehicle.
For more information, or to replace the filter, see your authorized Ford
or Lincoln Mercury dealer.
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The memory seat positions are also recalled when you press your remote
entry transmitter UNLOCK control and the transmitter is programmed to
a memory seat position or when you enter a valid customer code 1 or 2
on the keypad.
To program the memory seat to remote entry transmitter, refer to
Remote entry systemin theLocks and security chapter..
Note: The seat will not travel to its final position if the key is not
in the ignition and the easy entry feature is enabled.
Climate controlled seats operation (if equipped)
The controls for the climate controlled seats are located on the dual
electronic automatic temperature control (DEATC) system. Refer to
Climate controlsfor more information.
Climate controlled seats air filter replacement
The climate controlled seat system includes air filters that must be
replaced periodically. Refer to theScheduled Maintenance Guidefor
more information.
•There is a filter located under
each front seat.
•They can be accessed from the
second row seat. Move the front
seats all the way forward and up
to ease access.
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INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING
New vehicles are fitted with tires
that have a rating on them called
Tire Quality Grades. The Quality
grades can be found where
applicable on the tire sidewall
between tread shoulder and
maximum section width. For
example:
•Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United
States Department of Transportation has set.
Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passenger
cars. They do not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires,
space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with nominal rim
diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in
Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2).
U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades:The U.S.
Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give you
the following information about tire grades exactly as the government
has written it.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of
the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified
government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one
and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual
conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the
norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and
differences in road characteristics and climate.
Traction AA A B C
The traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. The
grades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured
under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction
performance.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse Panel
Description
10 5A Left front turn, Left front sidemarker, Left
front park lamps
11 10A Left front high beam
12 5A Electrochromic mirror
13 5A Cluster
14 5A DATC
15 5A O/D cancel, ABS/Traction-Assist switch
16 5A Heated seat controls, Climate control seat
module
17 5A RCM, Alternator warning lamp
18 20A Radio, CIA, Navigation unit
19 15A Tilt/Tele motors
20 10A FEM, DATC, Cluster, REM
21 7.5A Not used (spare)
22 10A DDM, Driver door mirror
23 10A Right front high beam
24 5A PATS
25 15A Left front low beam/HID
26 5A Wiper module
27 10A Radio, Navigation unit
28 5A Not Used (spare)
29 5A FEM, Reverse park assist
30 5A FEM, Passenger power mirror
31 — Not used
32 20A Cigar lighter
33 10A Switch backlighting, FEM
34 10A Not used (spare)
35 5A Stop lamp signal
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box Description
18 20A* Subwoofer amp
30A* THX amp, Subwoofer amp
19 20A** REM - Left rear window
20 30A** Front window motors
21 20A** Driver lumbar, Power seats
22 20A** Ignition switch
23 30A** SSP4
24 30A** SSP3
25 40A** P-J/B
26 30A** Climate control seat module
27 30A** SSP1
28 20A** Passenger lumbar, Power seats
29 40A** Rear defroster
30 20A** REM - Right rear window
31 30A** Powertrain main power
32 30A** SSP2
Relay 001 — SSP1
Relay 002 — SSP4
Relay 003 — Rear defroster
Relay 004 — SSP3
Relay 005 — SSP2
Relay 006 — Not used
Relay 007 — Fuel pump motor
Diode 01 — Not used
Diode 02 — Fuel pump motor
*Mini fuses **Maxi fuses
CHANGING THE TIRES
If you get a flat tire while driving:
•do not brake heavily.
•gradually decrease the vehicle’s speed.
•hold the steering wheel firmly.
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waxing .....................................269
wheels ......................................270
wiper blades ............................271
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......88, 90
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................18
AM/FM/Tape/CD .......................22
Compass, electronic ..................111
calibration ...............................112
set zone adjustment ...............112
Console ......................................106
overhead ..................................107
Controls
power seat ...............................156
steering column ......................117
Coolant
checking and adding ..............284
refill capacities ................288, 304
specifications ..................306–307
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ..................114
Customer Assistance ................237
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................266
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................267
Getting roadside assistance ...237
Getting the service you
need .........................................262
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................267
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................265
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Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................97Defrost
rear window ..............................95
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................301
engine oil .................................279
Doors
central unlocking ....................140
lubricant specifications ..........306
Driving under special
conditions ..................................234
through water .........................236
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Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................255
Emergency Flashers .................239
Emission control system ..........297
Engine ................................307–308
cleaning ...................................270
coolant .....................................284
fail-safe cooling .......................289
idle speed control ...................282
lubrication
specifications ..................306–307
refill capacities ........................304
service points ..........................277
Engine block heater .................222
Engine oil ..................................279
checking and adding ..............279
dipstick ....................................279
filter, specifications ........281, 303
recommendations ...................281
refill capacities ........................304
specifications ..................306–307
Exhaust fumes ..........................221
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Fail safe cooling ........................289
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fluid, checking and adding ....300
fluid, refill capacity ................304
fluid, specifications .........306–307
Power Windows .........................108
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Radio ......................................16, 20
Rear Park Assist .......................234
Rear window defroster ...............95
Relays ........................................240
Remote entry system ...............144
opening the trunk ...................145
Roadside assistance ..................237
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Safety Belt Maintenance ..........174
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..........163, 165, 167–170
Safety defects, reporting ..........268
Safety
restraints ...........163, 165, 167–170
belt minder .............................171
extension assembly ................174
for adults .........................167–169
for children .....................185–186
safety belt maintenance .........174
warning light and chime ........170
Safety seats for children ..........190
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................309
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) .............163
Seats ..........................................155
child safety seats ....................190
climate control ........................159
memory seat ...................148, 158Select Shift Transmission
(SST) shifter .............................232
Servicing your vehicle ..............275
Setting the clock
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................18
AM/FM/Tape/CD .......................22
Spark plugs,
specifications .............303, 307–308
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................306–307
Speed control ............................114
Starting your vehicle ........219–221
jump starting ..........................255
Steering
speed sensitive .......................228
Steering column lock ................105
Steering wheel
controls ....................................117
tilting .......................................104
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Tilt steering wheel ....................104
Tires ...........................198–199, 249
alignment ................................205
care ..........................................202
changing ..........................249, 252
checking the pressure ............202
inspecting and inflating .........200
label .........................................211
replacing ..................................204
rotating ....................................205
safety practices .......................204
sidewall information ...............206
snow tires and chains ............212
spare tire .................................250
terminology .............................199
tire grades ...............................199
treadwear ........................198, 203
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