
Check fuel cap:Illuminates when
the fuel cap may not be properly
installed. Continued driving with
this light on may cause the Check
engine warning light to come on,
refer toFuel filler capin the
Maintenance and Specificationchapter.
Brake system warning light:To
confirm the brake system warning
light is functional, it will
momentarily illuminate when the
ignition is turned to the ON position
when the engine is not running, or in a position between ON and START,
or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the ON
position. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this
time, seek service immediately from your authorized dealer. Illumination
after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level or a
brake system malfunction and the brake system should be inspected
immediately by your authorized dealer.
Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is
dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may
occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle
checked by your authorized dealer.
Anti-lock brake system (if
equipped):If the ABS light stays
illuminated or continues to flash, a
malfunction has been detected, have
the system serviced immediately by
your authorized dealer. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake
warning light also is illuminated.
Airbag readiness:If this light fails
to illuminate when ignition is turned
to ON, continues to flash or remains
on, have the system serviced
immediately by your authorized dealer. A chime will also sound when a
malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected.
P!
BRAKE
ABS
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IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
2.3L I4 engine
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Engine oil filler cap
3. Engine oil dipstick
4. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir
5. Transmission fluid dipstick (if equipped)
6. Battery
7. Power distribution box
8. Air filter assembly
9. Coolant bleed valve
10. Power steering fluid reservoir
11. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
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3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine
1. Engine coolant reservoir
2. Power steering fluid reservoir
3. Brake fluid reservoir
4. Transmission Fluid Dipstick
5. Battery
6. Power distribution box
7. Air filter assembly
8. Coolant bleed valve
9. Engine oil dipstick
10. Engine oil filler cap
11. Windshield washer fluid reservoir
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For PCV valve replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to
scheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate intervals for
changing the PCV valve.
Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material and design
specifications for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft or equivalent
replacement part. The customer warranty may be void for any
damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not used.
3For spark plug replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to
scheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate intervals for
changing the spark plugs.
Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and
design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or
equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void
for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used.
REFILL CAPACITIES
Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Brake fluid (and
clutch fluid, if
equipped)Motorcraft High
Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake
FluidAll Fill between Min
and Max on
reservoir
Engine oil
(including filter
change)
1
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Premium
Synthetic Blend
Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE
5W-20 Super
Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)2.3L I4 engine 4.5 quarts
(4.25L)
3.0L V6 Duratec
engine6.0 quarts
(5.7L)
Fuel tank N/A All 17.5 gallons
(66.2L)
Power steering
fluidMotorcraft
MERCONAT FAll Between MIN
and MAX on
reservoir
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A
Accessory delay ..........................53
Air cleaner filter ...............238–240
Air conditioning ....................28, 30
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................108, 117, 120
and child safety seats ............110
description ..............108, 117, 120
disposal ....................................123
driver airbag ............110, 118, 121
indicator light .........117, 119, 122
operation .................110, 118, 121
passenger airbag .....110, 118, 121
side airbag .......................117, 120
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................217
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................160–161
Anti-theft system ..................83, 86
arming the system ....................86
disarming a triggered system ..87
triggering ...................................88
Audio system (see Radio) ...16, 20
Automatic transaxle
fluid, adding ............................234
fluid, checking ........................234
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................165–166
fluid, adding ............................236
fluid, checking ........................236
fluid, refill capacities ..............241
fluid, specification ..................244
Axle
lubricant specifications ..243–244
B
Battery .......................................215acid, treating emergencies .....215
jumping a disabled battery ....185
maintenance-free ....................215
replacement, specifications ...240
servicing ..................................215
BeltMinder...............................103
Brakes ........................................160
anti-lock ...........................160–161
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................160
fluid, checking and adding ....234
fluid, refill capacities ..............241
fluid, specifications .........243–244
lubricant specifications ..243–244
parking ....................................161
shift interlock ..........................163
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................38
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....241
Cassette tape player ...................16
Cell phone use ..............................7
Changing a tire .........................179
Child safety restraints ..............124
child safety belts ....................124
Child safety seats ......................127
attaching with tether straps ..131
in front seat ............................128
in rear seat ..............................128
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............199
instrument panel ....................202
interior .....................................202
interior trim ............................202
plastic parts ............................201
washing ....................................198
waxing .....................................198
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L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................34
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................39
daytime running light ...............35
fog lamps ...................................35
headlamps .................................34
headlamps, flash to pass ..........36
instrument panel, dimming .....36
interior lamps ...........................38
replacing bulbs .........................39
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................38
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........160
Load limits .................................149
Locks
autolock .....................................81
childproof ..................................73
doors ..........................................71
Lubricant specifications ...243–244
Lug nuts ....................................184
Lumbar support, seats ...............90
M
Manual transaxle
fluid capacities ........................241
fluid, checking and adding ....238
lubricant specifications ..........244
Manual transmission .................168
reverse .....................................168
Message center ...........................61
english/metric button ...............66
system check button ................65
warning messages .....................66
Mirrors .........................................54automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................54
heated ........................................55
programmable memory ............77
side view mirrors (power) .......54
Moon roof ....................................59
Motorcraft parts ........203, 223, 240
O
Octane rating ............................226
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................210
P
Parking brake ............................161
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....240
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................96
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................176
Power door locks ........................71
Power mirrors .............................54
Power point .................................52
Power steering ..................162–163
fluid, checking and adding ....233
fluid, refill capacity ................241
fluid, specifications .........243–244
Power Windows ...........................53
R
Radio ......................................16, 20
Relays ........................................173
Remote entry system ...........74, 76
illuminated entry ................79–80
locking/unlocking doors ...........76
opening the trunk .....................77
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Transaxle
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................234
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................238
Transmission .............................163
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....163
fluid, refill capacities ..............241
lubricant specifications ..243–244
manual operation ....................168
Trunk ...........................................73
remote release ....................68, 77
Turn signal ..................................38
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................245Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................247
Vehicle loading ..........................149
Ventilating your vehicle ...........159
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10
Washer fluid ..............................209
Water, Driving through .............169
Windows
power .........................................53
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................49
checking and adding fluid .....209
replacing wiper blades ...........209
Wrecker towing .........................190
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