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Locks and Security 148
Keys 148
Locks 148
Anti-theft system 159
Seating and Safety Restraints 164
Seating 164
Safety restraints 173
Airbags 185
Child restraints 195
Tires, Wheels and Loading 217
Tire information 219
Tire inflation 221
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 237
Vehicle loading 244
Trailer towing 251
Trailer brake controller-integrated 256
Recreational towing 262
Driving 264
Starting 264
Brakes 269
Traction Control™ 271
Transmission operation 275
Reverse sensing system 280
Rear-view camera system 282
Roadside Emergencies 303
Getting roadside assistance 303
Hazard flasher control 304
Fuel pump shut-off switch 305
Fuses and relays 306
Changing tires 315
Wheel lug nut torque 330
Jump starting 331
Wrecker towing 336
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Getting roadside assistance
To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor
Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This
program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service
is available:
•24-hours, seven days a week
•for the coverage period listed on the Roadside Assistance Card
included in your Owner Guide portfolio.
Roadside assistance will cover:
•a flat tire change with a good spare (except vehicles that have been
supplied with a tire inflation kit)
•battery jump start
•lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer’s
responsibility)
•fuel delivery – Independent Service Contractors, if not prohibited by
state, local or municipal law shall deliver up to 2.0 gallons (7.5L) of
gasoline or 5.0 gallons (18.9L) of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle. Fuel
delivery service is limited to two no-charge occurrences within a
12-month period.
•winch out – available within 100 feet (30.5 meters) of a paved or
county maintained road, no recoveries.
•towing – Ford/Mercury/Lincoln eligible vehicle towed to an authorized
dealer within 35 miles (56 km) of the disablement location or to the
nearest authorized dealer. If a member requests to be towed to an
authorized dealer more than 35 miles (56 km) from the disablement
location, the member shall be responsible for any mileage costs in
excess of 35 miles (56 km).
Trailers shall be covered up to $200 if the disabled eligible vehicle
requires service at the nearest authorized dealer. If the trailer is disabled,
but the towing vehicle is operational, the trailer does not qualify for any
roadside services.
Canadian customers refer to your Customer Information Guide
for information on:
•coverage period
•exact fuel amounts
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Inspect the wheel pilot hole prior to
installation. If there is visible
corrosion in wheel pilot hole,
remove loose particles by wiping
with clean rag and apply grease.
Apply grease only to the wheel pilot
hole surface by smearing a “dime”
(1 square cm) sized glob of grease
around the wheel pilot surface (1)
with end of finger. DO NOT apply
grease to lug nut/stud holes or
wheel-to-brake surfaces.
JUMP STARTING
WARNING:The gases around the battery can explode if
exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could
result in injury or vehicle damage.
WARNING:Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin,
eyes and clothing, if contacted.
Do not attempt to push-start your automatic transmission
vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start
capability. Attempting to push-start a vehicle with an automatic
transmission may cause transmission damage.
Preparing your vehicle
When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the
automatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the
transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is
considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the
transmission. Over time, the adaptive learning process will fully update
transmission operation.
1.Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle.
2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could
damage the vehicle’s electrical system.
3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle
making sure the two vehiclesdo nottouch. Set the parking brake on
both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving
parts.
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Jump starting
1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at
moderately increased speed.
2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.
3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an
additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables.
Removing the jumper cables
Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were
connected.
1. Remove the jumper cable from thegroundmetal surface.
Note:In the illustrations,lightning boltsare used to designate the
assisting (boosting) battery.
2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the
booster vehicle’s battery.
+–+–
+–+–
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3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster
vehicle’s battery.
4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the
disabled vehicle’s battery.
After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables
removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can
relearnits idle conditions.
+–+–
+–+–
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FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS
More than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discovered
the powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service plan
backed by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind”
protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage.
Up to 500+ Covered Vehicle Components
There are four, new-vehicle Extended Service Plans with different levels
of coverage. Ask you dealer for details.
PremiumCare –Our most comprehensive coverage. With over 500
covered components, this plan is so complete that we generally only
discuss what’s not covered!
ExtraCare –Covers 113 components, and includes many high-tech
items.
BaseCare –Covers 84 components.
PowertrainCare –Covers 29 critical components.
Ford ESP is honored by all Ford, Lincoln and Mercury Dealers in
the U.S. and CanadaIt’s the only extended service plan authorized and
backed by Ford Motor Company. That means you get:
•Reliable, quality service anywhere you go.
•Factory-trained technicians.
•Genuine Ford and Motorcraft
Parts.
Rental car reimbursement
If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered repairs,you are
eligible for rental car coverage, including Bumper-to-Bumper warranty
repairs, or manufacturer’s recalls.
Transferable coverage
If you sell your vehicle before your Ford ESP coverage expires, you can
transfer any remaining coverage to the new owner. Whenever you’re
ready to sell your car, prospective buyers may feel better about taking a
risk on your used vehicle. Ford ESP may add resale value!
Plus,exclusive 24/7 roadside assistance,including:
•Towing, flat-tire change and battery jump starts.
•Out-of-fuel and lock-out assistance.
•Travel expense reimbursement for lodging, meals and rental car.
•Destination assistance for taxi, shuttle, rental car coverage and
emergency transportation.
Ford Extended Service Plan
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plastic parts ............................348
safety belts ..............................351
washing ....................................345
waxing .....................................346
wheels ......................................346
wiper blades ............................348
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ....98, 102
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................53
AM/FM/CD .................................46
Clutch
fluid ..........................................384
operation while driving ..........278
recommended shift speeds ....278
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................36
Console ......................................122
overhead ..........................121–122
Controls
power seat ...............................167
steering column ......................134
Coolant
checking and adding ..............365
refill capacities ................368, 391
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ......................................131
Customer Assistance ................303
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................353
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................400
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................342
Getting roadside assistance ...303
Getting the service you
need .........................................338
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................343Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................341
D
Daytime running lamps (see
Lamps) .......................................108
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................384
engine oil .................................360
Driving under special
conditions ..................277, 293, 297
sand .........................................295
snow and ice ...........................297
through water .................296, 299
DVD system .................................67
E
Electronic message center ...24, 32
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................331
Emergency Flashers .................304
Emission control system ..........379
Engine ........................................395
cleaning ...................................347
coolant .....................................365
diesel ...........................................7
fail-safe cooling .......................369
idle speed control ...................363
refill capacities ........................391
service points ..................357–358
starting after a collision .........305
Engine oil ..................................360
checking and adding ..............360
dipstick ....................................360
filter, specifications ........362, 390
recommendations ...................362
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Instrument panel
cleaning ...........................349–350
cluster ........................................14
lighting up panel and
interior .....................................109
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......331
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...................................149
keypad .....................................157
locking and unlocking
doors ........................................159
programming entry code .......157
Keys ...................................160–161
positions of the ignition .........264
L
Lamps
autolamp system .....................107
daytime running light .............108
fog lamps .................................107
headlamps ...............................107
headlamps, flash to pass ........108
instrument panel, dimming ...109
interior lamps .........................113
replacing bulbs ...............115–119
LATCH anchors .........................207
Lights, warning and indicator ....14
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........270
Limited-slip axle .......................273
Load limits .................................244
Loading instructions .................251
Locks
autolock ...................................149childproof ................................152
doors ........................................148
Lug nuts ....................................330
Lumbar support, seats .....168–169
M
Manual transmission .................278
fluid capacities ........................391
reverse .....................................279
Message center .....................24, 32
english/metric button .........27, 36
system check button ................36
warning messages ...............27, 37
Mirrors ...............................126–127
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ......................................126
fold away .................127, 129–130
side view mirrors (power) .....127
signal .......................................130
Moon roof ..................................138
Motorcraft
parts ..............371, 390
N
Navigation system .......................97
O
Octane rating ............................375
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................360
P
Parking brake ............................270
Parts (see Motorcraft

parts) .........................................390
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) ...............................131
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