2007 FORD FREESTYLE Owners Manual

Note:If message center displays the messageSLOW CIRCLES TO
CALIBRATE, then continue with Step 4. Otherwise, if a heading is
displayed, continue with Step 5.
4. Drive the vehicle in circles up to
three times until the message
CALIBRATION COMPLETED
appears and one of the 8 valid
headings (N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W,
NW) is displayed.
5. Verify that the calibration process has taken place by driving the
vehicle in at least one circle, confirming that the heading changes
accordingly. If this happens, the compass has been calibrated
successfully. Otherwise, if the display shows only one heading as the
vehicle is being driven around, repeat the procedure from Step 3.
Setup menu
Press this control for the following
displays:
•Language
•Units (English/Metric)
•System Check
Language
1. Select this function from the
SETUP menu for the current
language to be displayed.
2. Pressing the RESET control
cycles the message center through
each of the language choices.
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3. Press and hold the RESET
control to set the language choice.
Units (English/Metric)
1. Select this function from the
SETUP menu for the current units
to be displayed.
2. Press the RESET control to
change from English to Metric.
System check
Selecting this function from the
SETUP menu causes the message
center to cycle through each of the
systems being monitored. For each
of the monitored systems, the
message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message
for two to four seconds.
Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of
the systems being monitored.
The sequence of the system check report is as follows:
1. OIL LIFE
2. DOORS CLOSED
3. LIFTGATE/TRUNK CLOSED
4. CHARGING SYSTEM
5. BRAKE SYSTEM
6. WASHER FLUID LEVEL
7. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
8. COOLANT LEVEL
9. FUEL CAP SECURE
10. FUEL LEVEL
11. DISTANCE TO E
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System warnings
System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your
vehicle’s operating systems.
In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center will
cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for several
seconds.
The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no
more warning messages. This allows you to use the full functionality of
the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the
RESET control and clearing the warning message.
Warning messages that have been reset are divided into three categories:
•They will not disappear until a condition is changed.
•They will reappear on the display ten minutes from the reset.
•They will not reappear until an ignition OFF-ON cycle has been
completed.
This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist within
the vehicle.
Warnings Status
Driver’s door ajar Warning cannot be reset (CLOSE
DOOR TO RESET) will be displayed
Passenger door ajar
Left rear door ajar
Right rear door ajar
Park brake engaged RELEASE PARK BRAKE will be
displayed
Low fuel level Warning returns after 10 minutes
Check charging system
Check brake system
Low brake fluid Warning returns after the ignition key
is turned from OFF to RUN
Liftgate ajar (if equipped)
Trunk ajar (if equipped)
Washer Fluid level low
Change oil soon
Oil change required
DRIVER’S DOOR AJAR.Displayed when the driver’s door is not
completely closed.
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PASSENGER DOOR AJAR.Displayed when the passenger side door is
not completely closed.
LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR.Displayed when the left rear door is not
completely closed.
RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR.Displayed when the right rear 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.
LOW FUEL LEVEL.Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel
condition.
CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM.Displayed when the electrical system is
not maintaining proper voltage. If you are operating electrical accessories
when the engine is idling at a low speed, turn off as many of the
electrical loads as possible. If the warning stays on or comes on when the
engine is operating at normal speeds, have the electrical system checked
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 toBrake fluid
reservoirin theMaintenance and Specificationschapter.
LIFTGATE AJAR (if equipped).Displayed when the liftgate is not
completely closed.
TRUNK AJAR (if equipped).Displayed when the trunk is not
completely closed.
LOW WASHER FLUID LEVEL.Indicates the washer fluid reservoir is
less than one quarter full. Check the washer fluid level. Refer to
Windshield washer fluidin theMaintenance and Specifications
chapter.
CHANGE OIL SOON/OIL CHANGE REQUIRED.Oil Life XX%,
CHANGE SOON/OIL LIFE 0%, CHANGE OIL, OIL LIFE XX%, CHANGE
SOON displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 10 percent and
again when the engine oil life remaining is between 5% and 1%. When oil
life left reaches 0%, the OIL LIFE 0%, CHANGE OIL message will be
displayed.
An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center and
according to the recommended maintenance schedule. USE ONLY
RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS.
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To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change
[approximately 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 180 days] perform the
following:
To reset the oil life to 100% with system warnings CHANGE OIL
SOON/OIL CHANGE REQUIRED displayed:
1. Select this function from the
SETUP control for current display
mode.
2. Press and release the RESET
control to display “IF NEW OIL
HOLD RESET”.
3. Press and hold the RESET
control to display OIL LIFE SET TO
100%. Your oil life is now reset.
To set the oil life to 100% without system warnings displayed:
Press SETUP to display “PRESS
RESET FOR SYS CHECK”.
1. Press RESET to start the System
Check which will display “OIL LIFE
XX% RESET IF NEW”.
2. Press and hold the RESET until
“IF NEW OIL HOLD RESET” is
displayed, then release.
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3. Press and hold RESET control
again until OIL LIFE SET TO 100%
is displayed. Your oil life is now
reset.
LIFTGATE
Unlock the liftgate (but do not
release it) with the power door lock
system and remote entry
transmitter.
To open the liftgate, pull the liftgate
handle rearward.
•Do not open the liftgate in a
garage or other enclosed area
with a low ceiling. If the liftgate is
opened, the liftgate could be
damaged against a low ceiling.
•Do not leave the liftgate open while driving. Doing so could cause
serious damage to the liftgate and its components as well as allowing
carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle.
Make sure that the liftgate door is closed to prevent exhaust
fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This will also prevent
passengers and cargo from falling out. If you must drive with the
liftgate door open, keep the vents open so outside air comes into the
vehicle.
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CARGO AREA FEATURES
Cargo net (if equipped)
The cargo pouch net secures
lightweight objects in the cargo
area. Attach the net to the anchors
provided. Do not put more than 50
lbs. (22 kg) in the net.
The cargo net is not
designed to restrain objects
during a collision or heavy
braking.
Cargo van storage compartment (if equipped)
The cargo van storage compartment consists of two storage
compartments located in the floor of the cargo area.
1. To open, unlock and turn the
handle to lift the cover.
2. To close, lower the cover and
turn the handle to lock.
LUGGAGE RACK
Maximum load is 125 lbs (57 kg) on the roof rack structure, or 100 lbs
(45 kg) on the roof panel, evenly distributed. If it is not possible to
distribute the load, position it as far rearward as possible.
The rear cross-bar (if equipped) can be adjusted to fit the item being
carried. The front cross-bar (if equipped) does not move.
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To adjust the cross-bar (if equipped) position:
1. Loosen the thumbwheel at both
ends of the cross-bar.
2. Slide the cross-bar to the desired
location.
3. Tighten the thumbwheel at both
ends of the cross-bar.
Use adjustable tie down loops to secure the load.
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