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3.AUX:Press AUX repeatedly to
cycle through SAT1, SAT2, SAT3
(Satellite radio modes, if equipped)
and LINE IN (Auxiliary audio mode,
if equipped).
For more information on Auxiliary audio mode, refer toAuxiliary input
jacklater in this chapter.
Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription.
Check with your authorized dealer for availability.
4.EJ(CD eject): To eject an
individual CD/MP3, press the eject
control and select the correct slot
number by pressing the corresponding memory preset. Press and hold to
eject all loaded CDs.
5.CLK (Clock):Press CLK until
SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is
displayed. Press
MENUto
adjust the hours/minutes. Press CLK
to display the time when the ignition is off.
6.MUTE:Press to mute the playing
media. Press again to return to the
playing media.
7.MENU:Press MENU repeatedly
to cycle through the following
modes and use
/to make
adjustment in those modes.
SATELLITE RADIO MENU (if
equipped):Press MENU when
satellite radio mode is active to
access. Press SEEK
to enter
into the satellite radio menu. Press
/to cycle through the
following options:
•CATEGORY:Press SEEK
to enter category mode. Press
MENUto scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel
Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.) Press SEEK
when the desired
category appears in the display. After a category is selected, press
SEEK to search for that specific category of channels only (i.e.
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Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio
subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.
AUTOSET:Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without
losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . Press
MENU to access. Use
MENUto set.
When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1
will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system
will store the last one in the remaining presets.
BASS:Press
MENUto decrease/increase the bass setting.
TREBLE:Press
MENUto decrease/increase the treble setting.
BALANCE:Press
MENUto adjust the audio between the left
and right speakers.
FADE:Press
MENUto adjust the audio between the front and
rear speakers.
Next/previous directory:In MP3 mode, press MENU
/to go to
the previous/next directory.
Flat file/directory mode:In MP3 mode, press MENU to access this
feature. Use
MENUto select flat file mode or directory mode.
Track #/ normal music name/file name:Press MENU to access and
use
/to scroll through MP3 display options (track #, normal
music name or file name).
8.TUNE/DISC:Press to manually
go down/up (
/) the radio
frequency, or to access another CD.
Also use in menu mode to select
various settings.
In CATEGORY ALL,press
/to scroll through the list of
available SIRIUS channel categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.). Refer to
CategoryunderMenufor further information.
9.SHUFF (Shuffle):Press to play
the tracks on the current CD/MP3 in
random order. In MP3 directory
mode, press to play the tracks within the current directory in random
order.
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10.COMP (Compression):In
CD/MP3 modes, press to bring loud
and soft passages together for a
more consistent listening level.
11.REPEAT:Press to repeat the
current CD/MP3 track. The selection
will repeat continuously until
deactivated. Press REPEAT again to deactivate.
12.FF (Fast forward):Press to
manually advance in a CD/MP3
track.
13.REW (Rewind):Press to
manually reverse in a CD/MP3 track.
14.Memory presets:To set a
station: Select frequency band
AM/FM; tune to a station, press and
hold a preset button until sound returns. To select a preset station, press
the desired memory preset. You can save up to 18 stations, six in AM, six
in FM1 and FM2.
In satellite radio mode (if equipped),there are 18 available presets,
six each for SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3. To save satellite channels in your
memory presets, tune to the desired channel then press and hold a
preset control until sound returns.
Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription.
Check with your authorized dealer for availability.
15.SEEK/TRACK: In radio, CD
and MP3 flat file mode,press
/to access the previous/next
strong station or track.In MP3
directory mode,press to select the next/previous track in the current
directory.
In satellite radio mode (if equipped),press
SEEKto seek to
the previous/next channel.In CATEGORY MODE,press
SEEK
to select a channel within the chosen category. Press and hold
SEEKto fast seek through the previous /next channels.
In TEXT MODE,press
SEEKto view the previous/additional
display text.
REW
1
REW
1FF
2REPEAT
3SHUFF
5
6 COMP
4
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Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription.
Check with your authorized dealer for availability.
16.TEXT/SCAN: In radio and CD
mode,press for a brief sampling of
radio stations or CD tracks. Press
again to stop.
In MP3 mode,Press and release to view the next 12 characters in the
MP3 music name/file name of the current MP3 track and directory.
Press and hold to hear a brief sampling of MP3 tracks.
In MP3 directory mode, press and hold to hear a brief sampling of all
tracks in the current directory. Press and hold again to stop.
In satellite radio mode (if equipped),press and release to view the
Satellite text message. Press and hold to hear a brief sampling of the
next channels. Press and hold again to stop.
Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription.
Check with your authorized dealer for availability.
17.ON/OFF/Volume:Press to turn
ON/OFF. Turn to increase/decrease
volume.
If the volume is set above a certain
level and the ignition is turned off,
the volume will come back on at a
“nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on.
18.LOAD:Press to load a CD/MP3.
To load a CD/MP3 disc to a specific
slot, press LOAD and select the slot
number by pressing the memory preset buttons. Press and hold LOAD to
autoload up to six discs.
19.CD slot:Insert a CD/MP3, label
side up.
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SIRIUS satellite radio service:SIRIUS Satellite Radio is a subscription
based satellite radio service that broadcasts music, sports, news and
entertainment programming. A service fee is required in order to receive
SIRIUS service. Vehicles that are equipped with a factory installed
SIRIUS Satellite Radio system include:
•Hardware and limited subscription term, which begins on the date of
sale or lease of the vehicle.
•Online media player providing access to all 65 SIRIUS music channels
over the internet (U.S. customers only).
For information on extended subscription terms, contact SIRIUS at
1–888–539–7474.
Note:SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted right to change, rearrange, add
or delete programming including canceling, moving or adding particular
channels, and its prices, at any time, with or without notice to you. Ford
Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming
changes.
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN):This 12–digit
Satellite Serial Number is needed to activate, modify or track your
satellite radio account. You will need this number when communicating
with SIRIUS. While in Satellite Radio mode, you can view this number on
the radio display by pressing AUX and Preset 1 control simultaneously.
Radio Display Condition Action Required
ACQUIRING Radio requires more
than two seconds to
produce audio for the
selected channel.No action required.
This message should
disappear shortly.
SAT FAULT Internal module or
system failure
present.If this message does
not clear within a short
period of time, or with
an ignition key cycle,
your receiver may have
a fault. See your
authorized dealer for
service.
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Radio Display Condition Action Required
INVALID CHNL Channel no longer
available.This previously
available channel is no
longer available. Tune
to another channel. If
the channel was one of
your presets, you may
choose another channel
for that preset button.
UNSUBSCRIBED Subscription not
available for this
channel.Contact SIRIUS at
1–888–539–7474 to
subscribe to the
channel or tune to
another channel.
NO TEXT Artist information not
available.Artist information not
available at this time on
this channel. The
system is working
properly.
NO TEXT Song title information
not available.Song title information
not available at this
time on this channel.
The system is working
properly.
NO TEXT Category information
not available.Category information
not available at this
time on this channel.
The system is working
properly.
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Note:If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is
installed, the dimmer switch requires re-calibration. Rotate the dimmer
switch from the full dim position to the full Dome/ON position to reset.
This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting
conditions.
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS
The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed before leaving the
assembly plant. If your vehicle is involved in an accident or if you have
problems fixing the alignment of your headlamps, have them checked by
a qualified service technician.
Headlamp aim adjustment
The headlamps are designed to be mechanically aimed, but can also be
aimed visually by doing the following:
1. Park your vehicle on a level surface about 25 feet (7.6 meters) away
from a vertical plain surface (3). Check your headlamp alignment at
night or in a dark area so that you can see the headlamp beam pattern.
•(1) 8 feet (2.4 meters)
•(2) Center height of lamp to
ground
•(3) 25 feet (7.6 meters)
•(4) Horizontal reference line
•(5) Center of headlamps
•(6) Center line of the vehicle
2. The center of the headlamp is
marked either on the lens (a circle
or cross marker) or on the bulb shield, internal to the lamp (mark or
feature). Measure the height from the center of your headlamp to the
ground (2) and mark an 8 foot (2.4 meter) long horizontal line on the
wall or screen (1) at this height (masking tape works well).
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Driving with a 5–speed automatic transmission (if equipped)
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 transmission and prevents the rear wheels from
turning.
To put your vehicle in gear:
•Start the engine
•Depress the brake pedal
•Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear
To put your vehicle in P (Park):
•Come to a complete stop
•Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park)
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.
R (Reverse)
With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward.
Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R
(Reverse).
N (Neutral)
With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is
free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position.
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