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3.AUX:This function is not
operational.
4.MUTE:Press to MUTE playing
media; press again to return to
playing media
5.EJ:Press to eject a CD. Press EJ
and a memory preset to eject a
specific disc. Press and hold to eject
all loaded discs.
6.Bass:Press BASS; then press
SEL
/to decrease/increase
the bass output.
Treble:Press TREB; then press
SEL
/to decrease/increase
the treble output.
7.Select:Use with Bass, Treble,
Balance, Fade and other menu
functions.
8.Balance:Press BAL; then press
SEL
/to shift sound to the
left/right speakers.
Fade:Press FADE; then press
SEL
/to shift sound to the
rear/front speakers.
9.Menu:Press to access the
following features:
RDS (if equipped):Press and hold
MENU to access RDS on/off. Use
SEL to toggle RDS on/off. Press MENU again to access Traffic mode,
Program Type mode or Show Type mode. (MENU must be pressed
within 10 seconds to proceed to the next RDS mode).
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio
and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) recommend that FM radio
broadcasters use RDS technology to transmit information. FM radio
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2.TEXT:The filename (Fi), song
title (So), artist text (Ar) or album
text (AL) may be viewed while
playing an MP3 selection. When MP3 selection text is shown on the
message display, its corresponding text indicator (Fi, So, Ar, or AL) is
shown in the elapsed time display. Press TEXT to scroll through the text
fields. The display will scroll through all of the text in the current field
before changing to the next field. (TEXT must be pressed within 3
seconds of the previous press to proceed to the next/last text display.
The last text field shown on the display will become the new display
message default.
TEXT is also available when equipped with Satellite radio. Your radio
comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite
reception is available through your dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions
are included with the dealer installed kit.Dealer installed satellite kit
only available in the continental United States.
3.AUX:This control is not
operational.
4.MUTE:Press to MUTE playing
media; press again to return to
playing media
5.EJ:Press to eject a CD.
6.Bass:Press BASS; then press
SEL
/to decrease/increase
the bass output.
Treble:Press TREB; then press
SEL
/to decrease/increase
the treble output.
7.Select:Use with Bass, Treble,
Balance, Fade and other menu
selections.
8.Balance:Press BAL; then press
SEL
/to shift sound to the
left/right speakers.
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23.CAT/Tune:Pressorto
manually tune down/up the radio
frequency band.
CAT:CAT is only available when equipped with Satellite Radio. Your
radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable
Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed Satellite
instructions are included with the dealer installed kit.Dealer installed
satellite kit only available in the continental United States.
For information regarding SIRIUS Satellite Radio, please call toll-free
888-539-SIRIUS (888-539-7474) or visit the SIRIUS website at
www.siriusradio.com
24.CD slot:Insert a CD with the label side up.
Premium Satellite Compatible AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single
CD/MP3 (if equipped)
REW FFSCAN
BASS TREBTEXT
SELBALTAPE
1-2 EJCD
FADEAUX
MENU
SHUFFLEEJ
MUTE
SEEK
TUNE
12 3456
DOLBY B NR
DISC
REPEAT FOLDER FOLDER
BAND
CAT
VOL-PUSH ON
17
12
3
4
5
6
7
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23
18
19
20
21
22
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1.CD slot:Insert a CD with the
label side up.
CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm)
audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain
recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function
correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs,
CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with
homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into
the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to become
jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified
with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels.
Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact your authorized
dealer for further information.
2.CD Eject:Press to eject a CD.
The radio will resume playing.
3.Mute:Press to MUTE playing
media; press again to return to the
playing media.
4.Tape Eject:Press to eject the
cassette. The radio will resume
playing.
5.Tape 1–2/CD:Press to begin
tape play. If a cassette is already
playing, press to change playing
sides.
CD:If a CD is loaded in the radio,
pressing CD will cause the CD to
begin playing.
6.AUX:Press to toggle between the
current playing media and DVD (if
equipped).
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AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert
any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the
outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power
outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
The auxiliary power point is located
in the floor console. Cigarette lighter
(if equipped) is located in the
instrument panel.
Do not use the power point for
operating the cigarette lighter
element (if equipped).
To prevent the fuse from being
blown, do not use the power
point(s) over the vehicle capacity of
12 VDC/180W.
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power
point longer than necessary when the engine is not running.
Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used.
Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped)
Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter
socket.
Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating, this will
damage the lighter element and socket. The lighter will be released from
its heating position when it is ready to be used.
Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by your
warranty.
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2. Block the wheels.
To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn
injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed
and do not remove it while the engine is running.
OPENING THE HOOD
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood
release handle located under the
bottom of the instrument panel.
2. At the front of the vehicle, lift up on the auxiliary latch handle located
in the center between the hood and the grille.
3. Lift the hood open and secure it with the prop rod.
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MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
Item CapacityFord part name or
equivalentFord part number /
Ford Specification
Brake fluid and (clutch
fluid if equipped)Fill to line on
reservoirMotorcraft High
Performance DOT 3
Motor Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1-C /
WSS-M6C62-A
Door weatherstrips — Silicone LubricantXL-6 /
ESR-M13P4-A
Body hinges, latches,
door striker plates and
rollers, seat tracks, fuel
filler door hinge and
spring, primary and
auxiliary hood latches— Multi-Purpose GreaseXG-4 or XL-5 /
ESB-M1C93-B
Engine coolant 2.3L
engine12.5 quarts
(11.8L)Motorcraft Premium
Gold Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)
1
VC-7-B /
WSS-M97B51-A1
Engine coolant 3.0L
engine13.6 quarts
(12.9L)
Cooling system stop
leak pellets—Motorcraft Cooling
System Stop Leak PelletsVC-6 /
WSS-M99B37-B6
Engine oil 2.3L engine 4.5 quarts (4.25L)Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Premium Synthetic
Blend Motor Oil (US)
Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Super Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)
2
XO-5W20-QSP (US)
CXO-5W20–LSP12
(Canada) /
WSS-M2C930-A with API
Certification Mark Engine oil 3.0L engine 6.0 quarts (5.7L)
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A
Accessory delay ..........................58
Air cleaner filter ...............271, 273
Airbag supplemental
restraint system ........112, 121, 124
and child safety seats ............114
description ..............112, 121, 124
disposal ....................................127
driver airbag ............114, 122, 125
indicator light .........120, 123, 126
operation .................114, 122, 125
passenger airbag .....114, 122, 125
side airbag ...............................121
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................189
Ambulance packages ....................8
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................251
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................176
Anti-theft system ..................84, 87
arming the system ....................87
disarming a triggered
system .......................................88
triggering ...................................88
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................19, 28, 32
Automatic transaxle
fluid, adding ............................268
fluid, checking ........................268
Automatic transmission ............178
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................181
fluid, refill capacities ..............274
fluid, specification ..................274
Auxiliary power point .................56Axle
lubricant specifications ..........274
refill capacities ........................274
B
Battery .......................................249
acid, treating emergencies .....249
battery saver .............................48
jumping a disabled battery ....218
maintenance-free ....................249
replacement, specifications ...273
servicing ..................................249
BeltMinder
...............................107
Brakes ................................175–176
anti-lock ...................................176
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light ...............176
fluid, checking and adding ....268
fluid, refill capacities ..............274
fluid, specifications .................274
lubricant specifications ..........274
parking ....................................177
shift interlock ..........................178
Bulbs ............................................48
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....274
Cargo area shade ........................71
Cargo management system ........72
Cell phone use ..............................8
Child safety restraints ..............127
child safety belts ....................127
Child safety seats ......................131
attaching with tether straps ..135
in front seat ............................132
in rear seat ..............................132
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