Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 10Warning lights and chimes 10
Gauges 13
Entertainment Systems 16
Climate Controls 22Automatic temperature control 22
Rear window defroster 28
Lights 29Headlamps 29
Turn signal control 33
Bulb replacement 34
Driver Controls 46Windshield wiper/washer control 46
Steering wheel adjustment 47
Power windows 50
Mirrors 52
Speed control 53
Moon roof 57
Message center 63
Locks and Security 72Keys 72
Locks 74
Anti-theft system 89Table of Contents
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Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten
your safety belt. A BeltMinder
chime will also sound to remind you
to fasten your safety belt. Refer to
the Seating and safety restraints
chapter to activate/deactivate the BeltMinder chime feature.
Charging system: Illuminates when
the battery is not charging properly.
Engine oil pressure: Illuminates
when the oil pressure falls below the
normal range, refer to Engine oil in
the Maintenance and
Specifications chapter.
Traction Control : Illuminates
when the Traction Control is
active. If the light remains on, have
the system serviced immediately,
refer to the Driving chapter for
more information.
Speed control: Illuminates when
the speed control is engaged. Turns
off when the speed control system
is disengaged.
Anti-theft system: Flashes when
the SecuriLock Passive Anti-theft
System has been activated.
Throttle Control/Transmission:
Illuminates when a powertrain fault
has been detected. Contact your
authorized dealer as soon as
possible.
Turn signal: Illuminates when the
left or right turn signal or the
hazard lights are turned on. If the
indicators flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.
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Your vehicle may also have reading
lamps within the rear dome lamp(s).
Press the switches on either side of
the dome lamp to turn on the
lamps.
BULB REPLACEMENT
Headlamp Condensation
The headlamps are vented to equalize pressure. When moist air enters
the headlamp(s) through the vents, there is a possibility that
condensation can occur. This condensation is normal and will clear
within 45 minutes of headlamp operation.
Replacing exterior bulbs
Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.
Using the right bulbs
Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs
must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an
“E” for Europe to ensure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern
and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly
or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn
time.
Function Number of bulbs Trade
number
Headlamp high beam 2 H7
Headlamp low beam 2 H11LL (HID
optional)
Front park/turn signal
lamp 2 3457AK
(amber)
Front redundant park
lamp 4 168 NA
*Rear sidemarker lamp N/A LED
*Stop/tail lamp N/A LED
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Function Number of bulbs Trade
number
Rear turn signal lamp 2 3157A
(amber)
Redundant tail lamp 8 161
Backup lamp 2 921
License plate lamp 2 C5WL
High-mount brake lamp 1 921
Foglamp 2 H11
Front map lamp 2 12V6W
Rear dome/reading lamp 6 578
Glove box lamp 1 194
Visor vanity lamp - Slide
on Rail system (SOR) 23 7
Puddle lamp 2 W5W
Luggage compartment
lamp 1 578
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer.
*To replace these lamps - see your authorized dealer.
Replacing headlamp bulbs
Highbeam bulb replacement
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the OFF position, then open the
hood.
2. Reach over the front bolster.
3. Disengage top of flexible washer
bottle filler neck from snap strap
attachment and position it to gain
access path to the high beam bulb
(Passenger Side Only).
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12. Install the new bulb socket into the lamp assembly by aligning the
indexing fingers, then rotate clockwise to locked position.
13. Reinstall splash shield with screw.
14. Reinstall Air Tube to the air filter assembly (Driver’s Side Only).
Replacing primary park/turn signal bulbs
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the OFF position, then open the
hood.
2. Reach over the front bolster.
3. Disengage top of flexible washer
bottle filler neck from snap strap
attachment and position it to gain
access path to the high beam bulb
(Passenger Side Only).
4. Remove the vertical shield from
the bolster by disengaging the
S-shaped clip and rotate it up in a
clockwise direction. (Driver’s side
only)
5. Remove the AirTube from the air
filter assembly. (Driver’s side only).
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6. Remove the bulb socket by
rotating it counterclockwise, then
pulling it straight out of the lamp
assembly.
7. Discard the old bulb and install
the new bulb into bulb socket.
8. Install the new bulb socket into
the lamp assembly by aligning the
indexing fingers, then rotate
clockwise to locked position.
9. If required, position the flexible
washer bottle filler neck back to its
original position and connect the snap strap (Passenger side only).
10. If required, reinstall the AirTube to the air filter assembly. (Driver’s
side only).
Replacing stop/tail/turn and side marker bulbs
Your vehicle is equipped with a rear lamp that has a stop/tail/turn and
side marker lamp module containing integral multiple light emitting
diodes (LED). If one or more LEDs burn out, the complete lamp module
has to be replaced. See your authorized dealer for the replacement LED
module.
Replacing rear turn signal bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and open the
trunk.
2. Lift out trunk floor carpeting panel to access a Luggage Scuff Plate
(Hard Molding) shingles and a Trunk Side Panel (dark grey, soft
wheelhouse side trim panel) at the lamp area.
3. Carefully pull/push the Trunk Side Panel (dark grey, soft wheelhouse
side trim panel) outboard to expose the lamp assembly. The most
effective point to grasp the Trunk Side Panel when pulling it out from
the Luggage Scuff Plate is at it’s bottom edge where that edge meets the
exposed sheet metal of the trunk floor.
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DRIVER DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the driver’s door is not
completely closed.
PASSENGER DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the passenger side door is
not completely closed.
REAR LEFT DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the rear left door is not
completely closed.
REAR RIGHT DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the rear right door is not
completely closed.
PARK BRAKE ENGAGED. Displayed when the park brake is engaged.
If the warning stays on after the park brake is off, contact your
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM. Displayed when the brake system needs
servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
LOW BRAKE FLUID. Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the
brake system should be inspected immediately. Refer to Brake fluid
reservoir in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.
TRUNK AJAR. Displayed when the trunk is not completely closed.
COMPASS ERROR. Displayed when the compass is not operating
properly. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
CHECK LEFT OR RIGHT HEADLAMPS (if equipped). Displayed
when the headlamps are activated and at least one low beam is burned
out. This warning will not display for the optional HID low beam bulb.
Check the lamps as soon as possible and have the burned out lamp
replaced. Refer to Replacing headlamp bulbs in the Lights chapter.
CHECK LF OR RF TURN LAMPS. Displayed when the turn signals are
activated and at least one is burned out. Check the lamps as soon as
safely possible and have the burned out lamp replaced. Refer to
Replacing headlamp bulbs in the Lights chapter.
CHECK LR OR RR TURN LAMPS. Displayed when the rear turn
signals are activated and at least one is burned out. Check the lamps as
soon as safely possible and have the burned out lamp replaced. Refer to
Replacing headlamp bulbs in the Lights chapter.
INTEGRATED KEY PROGRAMMING STATUS. Displayed when an
attempt is made to program a fifth Integrated Key to the Remote Key
Entry System. For more information on Integrated Key, refer to Locks
and Security chapter in this manual.
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daytime running light ...............30
fog lamps ...................................30
headlamps .................................29
headlamps, flash to pass ..........31
instrument panel, dimming .....31
interior lamps ...........................33
replacing bulbs .........................35
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................33
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........168
Load limits .................................157
Locks
autolock .....................................86
childproof ..................................76
doors ..........................................74
Lubricant specifications ...242, 244
Lug nuts ....................................189
Lumbar support, seats ...............98
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Message center ...........................63
english/metric button ...............68
system check button ................67
warning messages .....................68
Mirrors .........................................52
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................52
heated ........................................53
programmable memory ............80
side view mirrors (power) .......52
Moon roof ..............................57, 79
Motorcraft parts ........208, 226, 240
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Navigation system .......................21
O
Octane rating ............................230 Oil (see Engine oil) ..................214
P
Parking brake ............................169
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....240
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................104
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................181
Power door locks ........................74
Power mirrors .............................52
Power point .................................49
Power steering ..........................171
fluid, checking and adding ....236
fluid, refill capacity ................241
fluid, specifications .........242, 244
Power Windows ...........................50
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Relays ........................................177
Remote entry system ...........77, 79
illuminated entry ................82–83
locking/unlocking doors ...........79
opening the trunk .....................80
panic alarm ...............................80
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................82
replacing the batteries .............81
Roadside assistance ..................175
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Safety Belt Maintenance ..........115
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................102, 106–110
Safety Canopy ...........................125
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