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Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 12
Warning lights and chimes 12
Gauges 17
Message center 19
Entertainment Systems 30
AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 30
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 39
USB port 41
Satellite radio information 44
Navigation system 47
SYNC47
Climate Controls 48
Manual heating and air conditioning 48
Dual electronic automatic temperature control 51
Navigation system based climate control 53
Rear window defroster 57
Lights 59
Headlamps 59
Turn signal control 65
Bulb replacement 67
Driver Controls 73
Windshield wiper/washer control 73
Steering wheel adjustment 74
Power windows 79
Mirrors 82
Speed control 84
Adaptive cruise control 86
Moon roof 96
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5. For safety reasons, connecting or adjusting the settings on your
portable music player should not be attempted while the vehicle is
moving. Also, the portable music player should be stored in a secure
location, such as the center console or the glove box, when the vehicle is
in motion. The audio extension cable must be long enough to allow the
portable music player to be safely stored while the vehicle is in motion.
USB port (if equipped)
WARNING:Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that
drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their
focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe
operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not
essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so.
Your vehicle may be equipped with a
USB port inside your center console.
This feature allows you to plug in
media playing devices, memory
sticks, and also to charge devices if
they support this feature. For
further information on this feature,
refer toAccessing and using your
USB portin theSYNCsupplement
orNavigation Systemsupplement.
GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION
Radio frequencies:
AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications
Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are:
AM: 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz
FM: 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz
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CENTER CONSOLE
Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features.Note:
The appearance and features of the center console may be different than
show based on your vehicle’s option level. These include:
•Cupholders
•Utility compartment with audio
input jack, USB port and power
point
•Pen holder
WARNING:Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects
can injure you in a collision.
Some consoles will have panel doors
covering the cupholders and
switches. Press the doors to open
them.
Some cupholders will be equipped
with a divider. Pull up on the divider
and move it in the slots right or left
for the best fit with the cup you are
using.
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Transmission .............................251
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....250
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................355
Trunk .........................................117
remote release ................108, 122
Turn signal ..................................65
U
Universal garage door opener ....97
USB port ......................................41
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................365
Vehicle loading ..........................223Ventilating your vehicle ...........239
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................330
Water, Driving through .............276
Windows
opening using remote entry
system .....................................121
power .........................................79
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................73
checking and adding fluid .....330
replacing wiper blades ...........331
Wrecker towing .........................309
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