AUDIO SYSTEMS
AM/FM/single CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system
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 or feature that may
take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe
operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any
handheld device while driving and that you comply with all applicable
laws.
Accessory delay:Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With
this feature, the radio and other electrical accessories may be used for
up to ten minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front
door is opened.
Setting the clock
To set the time, press CLOCK. The display will read SET TIME. Use the
memory preset numbers (0–9) to enter in the desired time–hours and
minutes and press OK. The clock will then begin from that time.
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HEADLAMP CONTROL
Rotate the headlamp control to the
first position
to turn on the
parking lamps.
Rotate to the second position
to
turn on the headlamps.
Rotate back to
to turn the
headlamps off.
Autolamp control (if equipped)
The autolamp system provides light
sensitive automatic on-off control of
the exterior lights normally
controlled by the headlamp control.
The autolamp system is factory
programmed to keep the lights on
for 20 seconds after the ignition
switch is turned to off. This delay
can be programmed, using the
procedure listed below, to any value
up to 180 seconds. If equipped, this
delay can also be programmed through the message center
•To turn autolamps on, rotate the control counterclockwise.
•To turn autolamps off, rotate the control clockwise to the off position.
Note:If the vehicle is equipped with autolamps it will have the
headlamps on with windshield wipers feature.If the windshield
wipers are turned on for a brief period of time, the exterior lamps will
turn on with the headlamp control in the autolamp position.
Autolamp delay system (if equipped)
If your vehicle is equipped with autolamps, you can set the delay time to
keep the headlights on for up to three minutes after the key is turned
off. The delay time is set to 20 seconds at the factory, but the delay time
may be changed by following the steps below (Steps 1 through 6 must
be done within 10 seconds):
1. Turn the vehicle off.
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5. Locate the vertical adjuster on
the headlamp, then use a 4 mm
socket to turn the adjuster either
counterclockwise (to adjust up) or
clockwise (to adjust down) aligning
the upper edge of the light pattern
to the horizontal line.
6. Move the opaque cloth to cover
the right-hand headlamp and repeat
Steps 4 and 5 for the left-hand
headlamp.
7. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.
HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS
NON-ADJUSTABLE.
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL
•Push down to activate the left
turn signal.
•Push up to activate the right turn
signal.
INTERIOR LAMPS
Dome lamps and map lamps
The front dome lamp is located overhead between the driver and
passenger seats.
The dome lamp is preset to
illuminate when a door is opened
and will remain on for 25 seconds
after the door is closed. To manually
turn on the dome lamp, rotate the
panel dimmer control, located on
the instrument panel, to the full
upright position past the detent.
To turn off the dome lamp, rotate the panel dimmer control to the full
down position past the detent.Note:When manually in the off position,
the dome lamp will not illuminate when the door(s) are opened.
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WARNING:To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you
change a tire, be sure the parking brake is set, then block (in
both directions) the wheel that is diagonally opposite (other side and
end of the vehicle) to the tire being changed.
WARNING:If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else
could be seriously injured.
WARNING:Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the
vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to
avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the
wheel.
Note:Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is
being jacked.
1. Block the diagonally opposite
wheel.
2. Loosen each wheel lug nut
one-half turn counterclockwise but
do not remove them until the wheel
is raised off the ground.
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WARNING:Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries
contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against
possible splashing of acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or
eyes, flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and
get prompt medical attention. If acid is swallowed, call a physician
immediately.
WARNING:Battery posts, terminals and related accessories
contain lead and lead compounds.Wash hands after handling.
Because your vehicle’s engine is electronically-controlled by a computer,
some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. When
the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the engine must
relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and
performance. To begin this process:
1. With the vehicle at a complete stop, set the parking brake.
2. Put the gearshift in P (Park), turn off all accessories and start the
vehicle. Step on the accelerator to start the engine.
3. Run the vehicle until the engine reaches normal operating
temperature.
4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
5. Step on the accelerator to start the engine. While the engine is
running, shift the vehicle to neutral.
6. Allow the vehicle to run for at least one minute by pressing on the
accelerator pedal.
7. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process.
•The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles (16 km) or more to
relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy.
•If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idle
quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle
trim is eventually relearned.
If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,
the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery is
reconnected.
Maintenance and Specifications
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Child safety seats ......................162
attaching with tether
straps .......................................169
in front seat ............................163
in rear seat ..............................163
LATCH .....................................166
recommendations ...................160
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................171
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............284
instrument panel ....................286
interior .....................................287
plastic parts ............................285
washing ....................................283
waxing .....................................283
wheels ......................................284
wiper blades ............................285
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............52
Clock ............................................34
Compass, electronic ....................71
calibration .................................72
set zone adjustment .................72
Console ........................................73
Controls
power seat ...............................118
steering column ........................81
Coolant
checking and adding ......302–304
refill capacities ................307, 325
specifications ..........................325
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................79
Customer Assistance ................246
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................334, 337
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................280Getting roadside assistance ...246
Getting the service you
need .........................................275
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................281
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................279
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................59
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................320
engine oil .................................297
Driving under special
conditions ..................228, 240, 242
sand .........................................241
snow and ice ...........................243
through water .................242, 245
E
Electronic message center .........25
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................269
running out of fuel .........269, 313
Emission control system ..........317
Engine ........................................328
cleaning ...................................284
idle speed control ...................300
lubrication specifications .......325
refill capacities ........................325
service points ..................294–295
Engine block heater .................214
Engine oil ..................................297
checking and adding ..............297
dipstick ....................................297
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Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ...........324
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................129
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................253
Power door locks ......................101
Power mirrors .............................78
Power point .................................74
Power steering ..........................224
Power Windows ...........................76
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................225
R
Radio ............................................34
Rear-view camera system .........231
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................160
Relays ........................................250
Remote entry system .......105–106
illuminated entry ............108–109
locking/unlocking
doors ................................106–107
opening the trunk ...................107
panic alarm .............................107
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................108
replacing the batteries ...........107
Reverse sensing system ...........229
Roadside assistance ..................246
Roof rack .....................................92S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..........127, 131–133, 135
Safety Canopy ...........151–152, 154
Safety defects, reporting ..........282
Safety
restraints ...........127, 131–133, 135
Belt-Minder...........................137
extension assembly ................136
for adults .........................132–133
for children .............................157
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................129
warning light and
chime ...............................136–137
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................166
Safety seats for children ..........162
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................329
Satellite Radio .............................34
Satellite Radio Information ........48
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............344
What Maintenance Schedule
Should You Follow? ................340
Seats ..........................................115
child safety seats ....................162
cleaning ...................................288
heated ......................................120
SecuriCode keyless entry
system ........................................109
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................111
Servicing your vehicle ..............291
Setting the clock .........................34
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