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Tip/slide front seat (if equipped)
Lift the control and fold the
seatback forward.
The seat can be slid forward to
allow easier entry to the rear seats.
Slide the seat back and fold back
the seatback until it locks with a
distinct click. Rock the seat to
ensure that the catch is securely
engaged.
Do not place objects behind the seat which could prevent the
engagement of the seat lock.
REAR SEATS
Folding down the rear seat
One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down to provide additional
cargo space.
To lower the seatback(s) from
inside the vehicle, pull the strap
located on the outboard side of the
seatback to release it, and then fold
seatback down.
When raising the seatback(s), make sure you hear the seat latch into
place.
Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure
that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback.
After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the
seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may
become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision.
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Safety belts with locking cinch tongue (rear center position only)
The locking cinch tongue will slide up and down the belt webbing when
the belt is in the stowed position or while putting safety belts on. When
the locking cinch tongue of the lap/shoulder combination safety belt is
latched into the buckle, the cinch tongue will allow the lap portion to
become shorter, but locks the webbing in place to restrict it from
becoming longer.
Before you can reach and latch a combination lap and shoulder belt
having a cinch tongue into the buckle, you may have to lengthen the lap
belt portion of it.
1. To lengthen the lap belt, pull
some webbing out of the shoulder
belt retractor.
2. While holding the webbing below
the tongue, grasp the tip (metal
portion) of the tongue so that it is
parallel to the webbing and slide the
tongue upward.
3. Provide enough lap belt length so that the tongue can reach the
buckle.
How to fasten the cinch tongue
1. Pull the combination lap and shoulder belt from the retractor so that
the shoulder belt portion of the safety belt crosses your shoulder and
chest.
2. Be sure the belt is not twisted. If the belt is twisted, remove the twist.
3. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle for your seating position
until you hear a snap and feel it latch.
4. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened to the buckle by pulling on
the tongue.
The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around the
hips, not across the waist.
Front and rear seat occupants, including pregnant women,
should wear safety belts for optimum protection in an accident.
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STARTING
Positions of the ignition
1. LOCK, locks the steering wheel,
automatic transaxle gearshift lever
and allows key removal.
2. OFF, shuts the engine and all
electrical accessories off without
locking the steering wheel.
3. ON, all electrical circuits
operational. Warning lights
illuminated. Key position when driving.
4. START, cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
Preparing to start your vehicle
Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system. This
system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard
requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio
noise.
When starting a fuel-injected engine, don’t press the accelerator before
or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty
starting the engine. For more information on starting the vehicle, refer to
Starting the enginein this chapter.
Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high
temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk
of fire or other damage.
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry
ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine
compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed
areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door
before you start the engine. SeeGuarding against exhaust fumesin
this chapter for more instructions.
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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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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
13 5A SYNC
14 — Not used
15 10A Recirculated Air, Air Conditioning
16 — Not used
17 20A Power Locks, Trunk Release
18 20A Heated Seats
19 — Not used
20 15A Data Link Connector
21 15A Foglamps, Foglamp Indicator
22 15A Parking Lamps
23 15A High Beam Lamps
24 20A Horn
25 10A Demand Lamps, Trunk Lamps
26 10A Instrument Cluster
27 20A Ignition Switch
28 5A Radio (Start)
29 5A Instrument Cluster (Run/Start)
30 — Not used
31 10A ABS
32 10A Restraints Control Module
33 — Not used
34 — Not used
35 — Not used
36 5A PATS Module
37 10A Climate Control (Run/Start)
38 20A Subwoofer
39 20A Radio/CID/EFP
40 — Not used
41 15A Door Lock/Moonroof Switch
Illumination, Electrochromic
Mirror
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Peace of mind
Mobile-Ease™ hands free communication system
Remote start
Vehicle security systems
Wheel locks
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
•When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
Compliance Certification label). Consult your authorized dealer for
specific weight information.
•The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile
communications systems — such as two-way radios, telephones and
theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such
equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC
regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service
technician.
•Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your
vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive
use.
•To avoid interference with other vehicle functions, such as anti-lock
braking systems, amateur radio users who install radios and antennas
onto their vehicle should not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas in
the area of the driver’s side hood.
•Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to
the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect
battery performance and durability.
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daytime running light ...............36
fog lamps ...................................35
headlamps .................................35
headlamps, flash to pass ..........36
instrument panel, dimming .....36
interior lamps .....................38, 40
replacing bulbs .........................40
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................38
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........156
Load limits .................................144
Locks
autolock .....................................62
childproof ..................................65
doors ..........................................62
Lubricant specifications ...........244
Lug nuts ....................................189
M
Manual transaxle
lubricant specifications ..........244
Manual transmission .................163
fluid capacities ........................244
reverse .....................................164
Message center ...........................55
english/metric button ...............58
system check button ................58
warning messages .....................59
Mirrors ...................................47–48
automatic dimming
rearview mirror .........................48
heated ........................................49
side view mirrors (power) .......48
Moon roof ....................................53
Motorcraft parts ........211, 227, 243
O
Octane rating ............................231Oil (see Engine oil) ..................217
P
Parking brake ............................156
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....243
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................83
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................172
Power door locks ........................62
Power mirrors .............................48
Power point .................................45
Power steering ..........................158
fluid, checking and adding ....238
fluid, refill capacity ................244
fluid, specifications .................244
Power Windows ...........................46
R
Radio ............................................17
Relays ........................................169
Remote entry system .................67
locking/unlocking
doors ..............................62, 67–68
opening the trunk .....................69
panic alarm ...............................69
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................70
replacing the batteries .............69
Roadside assistance ..................166
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............91
Safety belts (see
Safety restraints) ............82, 85–90
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