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Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) (if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).
This system helps you maintain steering control during emergency stops
by keeping the brakes from locking. Noise from the ABS pump motor
and brake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking; any
pulsation or mechanical noise you may feel or hear is normal.
Using ABS
When hard braking is required, apply continuous force on the brake
pedal; do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce the
effectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle’s stopping
distance. The ABS will be activated immediately, allowing you to retain
steering control during hard braking and on slippery surfaces. However,
the ABS does not decrease stopping distance.
ABS warning lamp
The ABS lamp in the instrument
cluster momentarily illuminates
when the ignition is turned on. If
the light does not illuminate during
start up, remains on or flashes, the
ABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced
Even when the ABS is disabled,
normal braking is still effective. (If
your BRAKE warning lamp
illuminates with the parking brake
released, have your brake system
serviced immediately.)
Parking brake
To set the parking brake (1), pull
the parking brake handle up as far
as possible.
ABS
P!
BRAKE
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The BRAKE warning lamp will
illuminate and will remain
illuminated until the parking brake
is released.
To release, press and hold the button (2), pull the handle up slightly,
then push the handle down.
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the
gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic
transmission) or in 1 (First) (manual transmission).
If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp
remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly.
See your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
TRACTION CONTROL(IF EQUIPPED)
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Traction Controlsystem. This
system helps you maintain the stability and steerability of your vehicle,
especially on slippery road surfaces such as snow- or ice-covered roads
and gravel roads. The system will allow your vehicle to make better use
of available traction in these conditions.
During Traction Controloperation,
the traction control active light will
illuminate, you may hear an electric
motor type of sound coming from
the engine compartment and the
engine will not “rev-up” when you push further on the accelerator. This
is normal system behavior and should be no reason for concern.
At speeds below 53 mph (85 km/h), both the engine and the brake
system will be used to control wheel spin; at speeds above 53 mph (85
km/h), only engine torque reduction is used. When the Traction
Controlsystem is switched off, the braking system will still be used to
control wheel spin at speeds below 25 mph (40 km/h).
P!
BRAKE
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Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps
are working.
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is
latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and
remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.
If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp
remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly.
See your authorized dealer.
Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4–speed automatic
transaxle
This vehicle is equipped with an adaptive Transmission Shift Strategy.
Adaptive Shift Strategy offers the optimal transmission operation and
shift quality. When the vehicle’s battery has been disconnected for any
type of service or repair, the transmission will need to relearn the normal
shift strategy parameters, much like having to reset your radio stations
when your vehicle battery has been disconnected. The Adaptive
Transmission Strategy allows the transmission to relearn these operating
parameters. This learning process could take several transmission
upshifts and downshifts; during this learning process, slightly firmer
shifts may occur. After this learning process, normal shift feel and shift
scheduling will resume.
P (Park)
This position locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from
turning.
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Parking your vehicle
1. Apply the brake and shift into the neutral position.
2. Fully apply the parking brake, then shift into 1 (First).
3. Turn the ignition off.
Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedly
and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake
fully.
Removing the key
Turn the ignition to position 1 (LOCK) and remove the key.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
If driving through deep or standing
water is unavoidable, proceed very
slowly especially when the depth is
not known. Never drive through
water that is higher than the bottom
of the wheel rims (for cars) or the
bottom of the hubs (for trucks).
When driving through water, traction or brake capability may be limited.
Also, water may enter your engine’s air intake and severely damage your
engine or your vehicle may stall.Driving through deep water where
the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the
transmission and cause internal transmission damage.
Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your
vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal.
Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes.
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The fluid level will drop slowly as
the brakes wear, and will rise when
the brake components are replaced.
Fluid levels between the “MIN” and
“MAX” lines are within the normal
operating range; there is no need to
add fluid. If the fluid levels are
outside of the normal operating
range the performance of your
brake system could be
compromised; seek service from
your authorized dealer immediately.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid
Refer to yourscheduled maintenance informationfor scheduled
intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transaxle does not consume
fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if the transaxle is not
working properly, i.e., if the transaxle slips or shifts slowly or if you
notice some sign of fluid leakage.
Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain an
accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is warmed up
(approximately 20 miles [30 km]). If your vehicle has been
operated for an extended period at high speeds, in city traffic
during hot weather or pulling a trailer, the vehicle should be
turned off for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before
checking.
1. Drive the vehicle 20 miles (30 km) or until it reaches normal operating
temperature.
2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake.
3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal,
start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear
ranges. Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage.
4. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave the engine running.
5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. If
necessary, refer toIdentifying components in the engine compartment
in this chapter for the location of the dipstick.
6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube.
7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should be in
the designated areas for normal operating temperature.
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A
Air cleaner filter .......................204
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ....................................83, 92
and child safety seats ..............85
description ..........................83, 92
disposal ......................................94
driver airbag ........................85, 93
indicator light ...........................91
operation .............................85, 93
passenger airbag .................85, 93
side airbag .................................92
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................185
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................133
Anti-theft system ..................60, 62
arming the system ....................62
disarming a triggered system ..62
triggering ...................................62
Audio system (see Radio) ...16, 20
Automatic transaxle
fluid, adding ............................202
fluid, checking ........................202
fluid, specification ..................206
Automatic transmission ............136
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................137
fluid, refill capacities ..............206
Axle
refill capacities ........................206
B
Battery .......................................183
acid, treating emergencies .....183
jumping a disabled battery ....157
maintenance-free ....................183
replacement, specifications ...204servicing ..................................183
BeltMinder
.................................78
Brakes ................................132–133
anti-lock ...................................133
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................133
fluid, checking and adding ....201
fluid, refill capacities ..............206
fluid, specifications .................206
lubricant specifications ..........206
parking ....................................133
shift interlock ..........................136
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................32
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....206
Cargo cover .................................50
Cell phone use ..............................7
Child safety restraints ................95
child safety belts ......................95
Child safety seats ........................99
attaching with tether straps ..103
in front seat ............................100
in rear seat ..............................100
LATCH .....................................105
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............171
instrument panel ....................173
interior .....................................174
interior trim ............................174
plastic parts ............................172
washing ....................................170
waxing .....................................170
wheels ......................................171
wiper blades ............................172
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......25–26
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Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........133
Load limits .................................121
Locks
autolock .....................................53
childproof ..................................54
Lubricant specifications ...........206
Lug nuts ....................................156
M
Manual transaxle
lubricant specifications ..........206
Manual transmission .................139
fluid capacities ........................206
reverse .....................................140
Mirrors .........................................44
heated ........................................44
side view mirrors (power) .......44
Moon roof ....................................48
Motorcraft parts ........175, 191, 204
O
Octane rating ............................195
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................181
P
Parking brake ............................133
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....204
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................70
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................148
Power door locks ........................53
Power mirrors .............................44Power point .................................42
Power steering ..........................135
fluid, checking and adding ....201
fluid, refill capacity ................206
fluid, specifications .................206
Power Windows ...........................43
R
Radio ......................................16, 20
Rear window defroster ...............28
Relays ........................................145
Remote audio controls ...............48
Remote entry system .................56
locking/unlocking doors .....56–57
opening the trunk .....................58
panic alarm ...............................57
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................59
replacing the batteries .............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
BeltMinder
..............................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 ............99
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