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•2.3L I4 Engine
•3.0L V6 Engine
1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating
temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be
near the center of the normal area between H and C).
2. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several
times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level in the reservoir. It should be between the
MIN/MAX or upper and lower lines. Do not add fluid if the level is in this
range.
5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking
the level until it reaches the range between the MIN/MAX or upper and
lower lines. Be sure to put the cap back on the reservoir. Refer to
Maintenance product specifications and capacitiesin this chapter for
the proper fluid type.
BRAKE/CLUTCH FLUID
Brake and clutch systems are supplied from the same reservoir.
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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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A
Accessory delay ..........................73
AdvanceTrac ..............................200
Air cleaner filter ...............295–297
Air conditioning ....................47, 49
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................135, 144, 147
and child safety seats ............137
description ..............135, 144, 147
disposal ....................................150
driver airbag ............137, 145, 148
indicator light .........144, 146, 149
operation .................137, 145, 148
passenger airbag .....137, 145, 148
side airbag ...............................144
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................215
Ambient mood/lighting ...............58
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................272
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................198–199
Anti-theft system ..............106, 110
arming the system ..................110
disarming a triggered
system .....................................111
triggering .................................111
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................17, 21, 29
Automatic transaxle
fluid, adding ............................291
fluid, checking ........................291
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................208–209
fluid, adding ....................293, 295
fluid, checking ................293, 295fluid, refill capacities ..............299
fluid, specification ..................299
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....37
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........299
B
Battery .......................................270
acid, treating emergencies .....270
jumping a disabled battery ....236
maintenance-free ....................270
replacement, specifications ...297
servicing ..................................270
Belt-Minder
.............................130
Booster seats .............................162
Brakes ........................................198
anti-lock ...........................198–199
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................199
fluid, checking and adding ....290
fluid, refill capacities ..............299
fluid, specifications .................299
lubricant specifications ..........299
parking ....................................199
shift interlock ..........................206
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................58
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....299
Cassette tape player ...................21
Cell phone use ..............................7
Changing a tire .........................230
Child safety seats ......................154
attaching with tether straps ..160
in front seat ............................154
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in rear seat ..............................154
LATCH .....................................157
recommendations ...................152
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................162
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............254
instrument panel ....................256
interior .....................................257
plastic parts ............................255
washing ....................................252
waxing .....................................253
wheels ......................................253
wiper blades ............................256
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......47, 49
Clock ............................................71
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................31
AM/FM/CD .................................23
Clutch
fluid ..........................................290
operation while driving ..........211
recommended shift speeds ....212
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................84
Console ........................................70
overhead ....................................70
Controls
power seat ...............................117
steering column ........................78
Coolant
checking and adding ..............272
refill capacities ................276, 299
specifications ..........................299
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................75
Cupholder(s) .............................121Customer Assistance ................221
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................248
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................249
Getting roadside assistance ...221
Getting the service you
need .........................................244
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................250
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................248
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................54
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..................................291, 293
engine oil .................................265
Driving under special
conditions ..................210, 216, 218
sand .........................................217
snow and ice ...........................219
through water .................217, 220
E
Electronic message center .........81
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................236
Emission control system ..........287
Engine ........................................302
cleaning ...................................254
coolant .....................................272
fail-safe cooling .......................277
idle speed control ...................270
lubrication specifications .......299
refill capacities ........................299
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service points ..................262–263
starting after a collision .........223
Engine block heater .................196
Engine oil ..................................265
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................265
checking and adding ..............265
dipstick ....................................265
filter, specifications ........269, 297
recommendations ...................269
refill capacities ........................299
specifications ..........................299
Event data recording ....................6
Exhaust fumes ..........................196
F
Fail safe cooling ........................277
Fluid capacities .........................299
Foglamps .....................................54
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................215
Fuel ............................................279
calculating fuel
economy ............................83, 284
cap ...........................................281
capacity ...................................299
choosing the right fuel ...........282
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................286
detergent in fuel .....................283
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................279, 281, 284
filter, specifications ........278, 297
fuel pump shut-off switch .....223
improving fuel economy ........284
octane rating ...................282, 302
quality ......................................283
running out of fuel .................283safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................279
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......223
Fuses ..................................223–224
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............281
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................284
Gauges .........................................14
H
Hazard flashers .........................222
Headlamps ...................................53
aiming ........................................56
autolamp system .......................53
bulb specifications ....................59
daytime running lights .............54
flash to pass ..............................55
high beam .................................55
replacing bulbs .........................60
turning on and off ....................53
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system ...........................45, 47, 49
Hood ..........................................261
How to get going ........................17
I
Ignition ...............................193, 302
Illuminated visor mirror .............69
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................154
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................289
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Steering wheel
controls ......................................78
tilting .........................................69
SYNC ............................................44
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................69
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....181
Tires ...........................166–167, 230
alignment ................................174
care ..........................................170
changing ..................................230
checking the pressure ............170
inflating ...................................168
label .........................................180
replacing ..................................172
rotating ....................................174
safety practices .......................173
sidewall information ...............175
snow tires and chains ............186
spare tire .................................230
terminology .............................167
tire grades ...............................167
treadwear ........................166, 171
Towing .......................................191
recreational towing .................191
trailer towing ..........................191
wrecker ....................................242
Traction control ........................204
Transaxle
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................291fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................295
Transmission .............................206
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....206
fluid, refill capacities ..............299
lubricant specifications ..........299
manual operation ....................211
Trunk ...........................................98
remote release ..................90, 101
Turn signal ..................................57
U
USB port ......................................38
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................303
Vehicle loading ..........................187
Ventilating your vehicle ...........196
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10
Washer fluid ..............................264
Water, Driving through .............220
Windows
power .........................................72
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................68
checking and adding fluid .....264
replacing wiper blades ...........265
Wrecker towing .........................242
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