
Flash to pass
Pull the lever toward you to
activate. Release the lever to
deactivate.
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL
Use to adjust the brightness of the
instrument panel when exterior
lights are on.
•Rotate the thumbwheel from left
to right to brighten the
instrument panel.
•Rotate the thumbwheel from right
to left to dim the instrument
panel.
•Rotate fully to the right (past detent) to turn on interior lamps.
•Rotate to the left position (past detent) to turn off the interior lamps
and to disable the illuminated entry feature. When the control is in the
far left position, it acts as a dome lamp defeat/override.
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 on your vehicle can only be vertically adjusted. Your
vehicle does not require horizontal aim adjustments.
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TURN SIGNAL CONTROL
•Push down to activate the left
turn signal.
•Push up to activate the right turn
signal.
INTERIOR LAMPS
Map lamps
The front map lamps are located in
the overhead console. Press the
controls on either side of each map
lamp to activate the lamps.
Cargo/reading lamps
The dome portion of the lamp or
the center light can be turned on
when the panel dimmer control is
rotated past the detent or when a
door is opened.
The rear dome lamp can be turned
on or off by sliding the control.
BULB REPLACEMENT
Lamp assembly condensation
Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure.
Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist air
enters the lamp assembly through the vents, there is a possibility that
condensation can occur when the temperature is cold. When normal
condensation occurs, a thin film of mist can form on the interior of the
lens. The thin mist eventually clears and exits through the vents during
normal operation. Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours under dry
weather conditions.
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Examples of acceptable condensation are:
•Presence of thin mist (no streaks, drip marks or droplets)
•Fine mist covers less than 50% of the lens
Examples of unacceptable moisture (usually caused by a lamp water
leak) are:
•Water puddle inside the lamp
•Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of
the lens
Take your vehicle to dealer for service if any of the above conditions of
unacceptable moisture are present.
Using the right bulbs
Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs
must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an
“E” for Europe to ensure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern
and safe visibility. Using incorrect bulbs may damage the lamp assembly
or void the lamp assembly warranty or may not provide quality bulb burn
time.
Function Number of bulbs Trade number
Headlamp low & high
beam2
H13
Front park/turn lamp 2 3457 NAK (amber)
Side park/turn lamp 2 194
Rear stop/tail/turn lamp 2 4157K/3157K
Rear backup lamp 2 3156
High-mount brakelamp 1 921
Cargo lamp 2 921
Rear license plate lamps 2 194
Front fog lamp 2 9145
Interior cargo lamp 1 211-2
Interior overhead lamp (if
equipped)1
912 (906)
Front door courtesy lamp 1 168
Map lamps 2 168 (T10)
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Function Number of bulbs Trade number
Ashtray lamp 1 161
Visor vanity lamp - Slide
on rail system (SOR)2
A6224PF
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer.
Replacing interior bulbs
Check the operation of the bulbs frequently. To replace any of the
interior bulbs, see a dealer or qualified technician.
Replacing exterior bulbs
Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.
Replacing headlamp bulbs
Do not touch the glass of a halogen bulb.
1. Turn off the headlamps and open
the hood.
2. Remove three screws from the
headlamp assembly and pull
headlamp forward.
3. Disconnect the electrical
connector.
4. Remove the old bulb by turning
counterclockwise and pull it out.
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Security override
If, during a bounce-back condition and within two seconds after the
window stops, the control is held in the closed direction,the back
window will travel closed with no bounce-back protection.If the
control is released before the window reaches fully closed, the back
window will continue moving with bounce-back re-enabled.
The following are possible reasons for using the security override:
•Ice on the window causing a restriction.
•Window unexpectedly reverses.
Position recovery mode
If the motor loses position and stops mid travel, the motor will respond
to switch inputs by moving 0.6 in. (15 mm) each switch command in the
up direction only. Down will be a one touch down operation. If the
window is stalled in the down position and there are no other system
faults, the motor shall relearn its position and resume full functionality. If
there is a feedback signal loss, the window will remain in its 0.6 in.
(15 mm) travel mode with each switch command and will not recover
full functionality. This will allow you to “inch” the window up to the fully
closed position. If the window does not operate correctly, see your dealer
for service.
INTERIOR MIRROR
The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support arm
which lets you adjust the mirror UP or DOWN and from SIDE to SIDE.
WARNING:Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in
motion.
Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped)
Your vehicle may be equipped with an interior rear view mirror which
has an auto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will
change from the normal (high reflective) state to the non-glare
(darkened) state when bright lights (glare) reach the mirror. When the
mirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle, it will automatically
adjust (darken) to minimize glare.
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3. Turn the key from the 1 (off)
position to 3 (on).
4. Cycle eight times rapidly (within
10 seconds) between the 1 (off)
position and 3 (on).Note:The
eighth turn must end in the 3 (on)
position.
5. The doors will lock, then unlock,
to confirm that the programming
mode has been activated.
6. Within 20 seconds press any button on the remote entry transmitter.
Note:If more than 20 seconds have passed you will need to start the
procedure over again.
7. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that this remote entry
transmitter has been programmed.
8. Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remote entry transmitter.
9. Turn the ignition to the 1 (off) position after you have finished
programming all of the remote entry transmitters.
10. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programming
mode has been exited.
Illuminated entry
The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to
unlock the door(s) or sound the personal alarm.
The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if:
•the ignition is turned to the accessory or on position, or
•the remote transmitter lock control is pressed, or
•after 25 seconds of illumination.
The dome lamp control (if equipped) mustnotbe set to theoffposition
for the illuminated entry system to operate.
The inside lights will not turn off if:
•they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or
•any door is open.
The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 10 minutes after the
ignition has been turned to the off position.
4
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Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................178
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................332
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................299
cluster ........................................12
J
Jack ....................................271, 274
positioning .......................271, 276
storage .....................271, 274–275
Jump-starting your vehicle ......281
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...........................118, 120
keypad .....................................128
locking and unlocking
doors ........................................129
programming entry code .......128
Keys ...........................................131
positions of the ignition .........227
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ............60–61
daytime running light ...............57
fog lamps ...................................57
headlamps .................................56
interior lamps ...........................60
replacing bulbs .........................65
LATCH anchors .........................182
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........233
Load limits .................................213Loading instructions .................219
Locks
autolock ...........................118, 120
childproof ................................123
doors ........................................118
Lubricant specifications ...........337
Lug nuts ....................................280
Luggage rack .............................116
Lumbar support, seats .....137, 139
M
Message center .....................84, 96
english/metric button .......88, 101
system check button ........87, 100
warning messages .............93, 106
Mirrors ...................................75–76
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................75
fold away ...................................77
heated ........................................77
side view mirrors (power) .......76
Moon roof ....................................83
Motorcraft parts ........301, 321, 336
N
Navigation system .......................49
O
Octane rating ............................325
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................308
P
Parking brake ............................233
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....336
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