Note:The parking lamp/turn signal bulbs should not be removed from
the lamp until just before a replacement bulb is installed. Removing the
bulb for an extended period of time may affect headlamp bulb
performance. Contaminants may enter the headlamp where they can
settle on the lens and reflector. Never turn the lamps on with the bulb
removed.
Replacing tail/brake/turn signal lamp bulbs
The tail lamp, the brake lamp and the turn signal lamp bulbs are located
in the tail lamp assembly. Follow the same steps to replace either bulb.
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the off position, then open the
trunk, remove pin-type retainer and
carefully pull the carpet away to
expose the lamp assembly hardware.
2. Remove the three nuts and the
lamp assembly from the vehicle.
3. Remove the bulb socket by
rotating it counterclockwise, then
pulling it out of the lamp assembly.
4. Pull the bulb from the socket and
push in the new bulb.
5. Install the bulb socket into the
lamp assembly by rotating it
clockwise.
6. Install the lamp assembly on the
vehicle with three nuts, ensuring the
nuts are flush with the body to
prevent water from entering the trunk.
7. Carefully push the carpet back in to place and install the pin-type
retainer.
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Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the off position, then remove two
screws, grommets and the license
plate lamp assembly from the trunk
lid.
2. Carefully pull the bulb from the
socket and push in the new bulb.
3. Install the lamp assembly on the
trunk lid with two grommets,
ensuring that the grommets are
pushed all the way in to the trunk lid and secured with two screws.
Replacing backup lamp bulbs
1. Open the trunk, then remove the
bulb socket from the trunk lid by
turning it counterclockwise.
2. Pull the bulb straight out of the
socket and push in the new bulb.
3. Install the bulb socket in trunk lid
by turning clockwise.
Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs
1. Remove two screws from the
lamp assembly.
2. Carefully lift the lamp assembly
up for access to the bulbs.
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MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER
Windshield wiper:Rotate the end
of the control away from you to
increase the speed of the wipers;
rotate towards you to decrease the
speed of the wipers.
Windshield washer:Press the end
of the stalk:
•briefly: causes a single swipe of
the wipers without washer fluid.
•a quick press and hold: the
wipers will swipe three times with
washer fluid.
•a long press and hold: the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for
up to five seconds.
Courtesy wipe feature:One extra wipe will happen a few seconds
after washing the front window to clear any water that is dripping down
from the top of the windshield caused by the washing.
Note:Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty.
This may cause the washer pump to overheat. Check the washer fluid
level frequently. Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry.
This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper
motor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield,
always use the windshield washer. In freezing weather, be sure the wiper
blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers.
Windshield wiper/washer features
When the windshield wipers are turned on during daylight, and the
headlamp control is in the autolamp position, the exterior lamps will turn
on after a brief delay and will remain on until the wipers are turned off.
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WARNING:Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in
other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open
the garage door before you start the engine. SeeGuarding against
exhaust fumesin this chapter for more instructions.
WARNING:If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have
your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you
smell exhaust fumes.
Important safety precautions
A computer system controls the engine’s idle revolutions per minute
(RPM). When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs higher than normal in
order to warm the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down
automatically, have the vehicle checked. Do not allow the vehicle to idle
for more than 10 minutes at the higher engine RPM.
Before starting the vehicle:
1. Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts. For
more information on safety belts and their proper usage, refer to the
Seating and Safety Restraintschapter.
2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off.
3. Make sure the gearshift is in P
(Park).
4. Make sure the parking brake is
set.
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Engine oil ..................................233
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................233
checking and adding ..............233
dipstick ....................................233
filter, specifications ........235, 262
recommendations ...................235
refill capacities ........................263
specifications ..........................263
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................176
F
Fail safe cooling ........................243
Fire suppression system
(police) ..............................285, 287
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....244
Fluid capacities .........................263
Fog lamps ....................................48
Fuel ............................................244
calculating fuel economy..24, 251
cap ...........................................247
capacity ...................................263
choosing the right fuel ...........249
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................254
detergent in fuel .....................249
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................244, 247, 251
filter, specifications ........244, 262
fuel pump shut-off switch .....191
improving fuel economy ........251
octane rating ...........249–250, 266
quality ......................................250
running out of fuel .................251
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................244
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................244, 249–250Fuses ..................................192–193
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............247
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................251
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................190
Head restraints ...........................91
Headlamps ...................................47
aiming ..................................49, 51
autolamp system .......................47
bulb specifications ....................54
daytime running lights .............48
flash to pass ..............................48
high beam .................................48
replacing bulbs ...................55, 60
turning on and off ....................47
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................43–44
Hood ..........................................230
I
Idle Meter ..................................270
Ignition ...............................173, 266
Illuminated visor mirror .............66
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................128
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................256
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................226
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cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................49
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......208
K
Keyless entry system .................84
autolock .....................................76
keypad .......................................84
programming entry code .........84
Keys .......................................76, 89
positions of the ignition .........173
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................47
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................54
daytime running light ...............48
fog lamps ...................................48
headlamps .................................47
headlamps, flash to pass ..........48
instrument panel, dimming .....49
interior lamps .....................52–54
Police red/white map light .....281
replacing bulbs ...................55, 60
LATCH anchors .........................133
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........180
Limited slip axle
(see Traction Loc) ....................184
Load limits .................................163
Locks
autolock .....................................76
childproof ..................................78doors ..........................................76
Lubricant specifications ...........263
Lug nuts ....................................207
Lumbar support, seats ...............95
M
Message center .....................19–20
english/metric button .........24–25
system check button ................24
warning messages .....................25
Mirrors ...................................69–70
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................69
fold away ...................................70
heated ........................................70
side view mirrors (power) .......70
Mobile media system
Police and fleet vehicles ........281
Motorcraftparts ......228, 244, 262
O
Octane rating ....................249–250
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................233
P
Parking brake ............................181
Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ...........262
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................99
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................71
Power adjustable foot pedals .....71
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................196
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