
5. Remove the bulb socket from the
lamp assembly by turning
counterclockwise.
6. Pull the bulb straight out of the
socket.
Install the new bulb in reverse
order. Be sure that the spring clip is
not damaged or detached from the
housing during the replacement procedure.
Replacing tail/brake/backup lights and turn signal bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the off position and then open
the trunk.
2. Remove two plastic screws and
cover from inside the luggage
compartment.
3. Remove two nuts from the lamp
assembly.
4. Gently pull the lamp assembly away from the vehicle.
5. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out.
6. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing fog lamp bulbs (if equipped)
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the off position.
2. Reach under the front fender and
remove the aeroshield. Then remove
the harness/bulb assembly from the
fog lamp by turning it
counterclockwise.
3. Disconnect the harness from the
bulb by pulling it straight out.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
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Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the off position.
2. Remove the two screws and the
lens from the license plate lamp
assembly.
3. Carefully pull the bulb straight
out from the lamp assembly.
Install new bulb(s) in reverse order.
Replacing high-mount brake lamp assembly
Your vehicle is equipped with an LED center high-mount stop lamp. It is
designed to last the life of the vehicle. If replacement is required, it is
recommended that you see your authorized dealer.
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be beneficial because the wheels are allowed to spin. This will restore
full engine power and will enhance momentum through the obstacle. To
switch off the TCS press the stability control button. Full features of the
AdvanceTracsystem can be restored by pressing the stability control
button again or by turning off and restarting the engine.
If you switch off the TCS, the stability control light will illuminate
steadily. Pressing the AdvanceTracbutton again will turn off the
stability control light.
In R (Reverse), ABS and the engine traction control and brake traction
control features will continue to function; however, ESC is disabled.
AdvanceTracFeatures
Button functionsStability
control light
ESC TCS
Default at start-upIlluminated
during bulb
checkEnabled Enabled
Button pressed
momentarilyIlluminated solid Enabled Disabled
Button pressed
again after
deactivationNot illuminated Enabled Enabled
STEERING
To help prevent damage to the power steering system:
•Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points (until it
stops) for more than a few seconds when the engine is running.
•Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering fluid level
(below the MIN mark on the reservoir).
•Some noise is normal during operation. If the noise is excessive, check
for a low power steering fluid level before seeking service by your
authorized dealer.
•Heavy or uneven steering efforts may be caused by a low power
steering fluid level. Check for a low power steering fluid level before
seeking service by your authorized dealer.
•Do not fill the power steering fluid reservoir above the MAX mark on
the reservoir.
If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is turned
off), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more effort.
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Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
Some state/provincial and local governments may have
Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) programs to inspect the emission control
equipment on your vehicle. Failure to pass this inspection could prevent
you from getting a vehicle registration. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M
test if the service engine soon
indicator is on or not working
properly (bulb is burned out), or if the OBD-II system has determined
that some of the emission control systems have not been properly
checked. In this case, the vehicle is considered not ready for I/M testing.
If the service engine soon
indicator is on or the bulb does not
work, the vehicle may need to be serviced. Refer toOn-board
diagnostics (OBD-II)in this chapter.
If the vehicle’s engine or transmission has just been serviced, or the
battery has recently run down or been replaced, the OBD-II system may
indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. To determine if the
vehicle is ready for I/M testing, turn the ignition key to the on position
for 15 seconds without cranking the engine. If the service engine
soon
indicator blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not
ready for I/M testing; if the service engine soon
indicator stays on
solid, it means that the vehicle is ready for I/M testing.
The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control system
during normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If the
vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, the following driving cycle consisting
of mixed city and highway driving may be performed:
15 minutes of steady driving on an expressway/highway followed by
20 minutes of stop-and-go driving with at least four 30-second idle
periods.
Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. If
the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, the above driving cycle will
have to be repeated.
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A
AdvanceTrac ..............................178
Air cleaner filter ...............255, 258
Air conditioning
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................42
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................110–111, 119, 121
and child safety seats ............112
description ..............111, 119, 121
disposal ....................................125
driver airbag ............112, 120, 122
indicator light .................118, 124
operation .................112, 120, 122
passenger airbag .....112, 120, 122
side airbag ...............................119
Ambient mood/lighting ...............50
AM/FM .........................................25
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................235
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................177
Anti-theft system ..................83, 86
arming the system ....................86
disarming a triggered
system .......................................87
triggering ...................................87
Audio system (see Radio) .........25
Automatic transmission ............184
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................184
fluid, adding ............................252
fluid, checking ........................252
fluid, refill capacities ..............259
fluid, specification ..................259
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....33
Auxiliary power point .................59Axle
refill capacities ........................259
B
Battery .......................................233
acid, treating emergencies .....233
jumping a disabled battery ....206
maintenance-free ....................233
replacement, specifications ...258
servicing ..................................233
Belt-Minder.............................106
Booster seats .............................140
Brakes ................................176–177
anti-lock ...................................177
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................177
fluid, checking and adding ....252
fluid, refill capacities ..............259
fluid, specifications .................259
lubricant specifications ..........259
parking ....................................178
shift interlock ..........................183
Break-in period .............................5
Bulbs ............................................50
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....259
CD ................................................25
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .........................199
Child safety seats ......................129
attaching with tether
straps .......................................138
in front seat ....................129, 133
in rear seat ......................129, 133
LATCH .....................................135
recommendations ...................127
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filter, specifications ........232, 258
recommendations ...................232
refill capacities ........................259
specifications ..........................259
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................174
F
Fail safe cooling ........................239
Fan, Engine Cooling .........227, 229
Fleet MyKey programming ........68
Floor mats ...................................67
Fluid capacities .........................259
Fog lamps ....................................46
Fuel ............................................241
calculating fuel
economy ............................20, 246
cap ...........................................243
capacity ...................................259
choosing the right fuel ...........244
detergent in fuel .....................245
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................241, 243, 246
filter, specifications ........240, 258
fuel pump shut-off switch .....192
improving fuel economy ........246
octane rating ...........244, 262–263
quality ......................................245
running out of fuel .................245
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................241
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......192
Fuses ..................................192–193
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............243Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................246
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................191
Head restraints ...........................88
Headlamps ...................................46
aiming ........................................48
bulb specifications ....................51
daytime running lights .............47
flash to pass ..............................47
high beam .................................46
replacing bulbs .........................52
turning on and off ....................46
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................42
Hood ..........................................228
I
Ignition .......................171, 262–263
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................129
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................251
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................222
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel
and interior ...............................47
J
Jack ............................................199
positioning ...............................199
storage .....................................199
Jump-starting your vehicle ......206
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K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................74
Keys .............................................84
positions of the ignition .........171
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................51
daytime running light ...............47
fog lamps ...................................46
headlamps .................................46
headlamps, flash to pass ..........47
instrument panel, dimming .....47
interior lamps .....................49–51
replacing bulbs .........................52
LATCH anchors .........................135
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........177
Load limits .................................163
Locks
autolock .....................................74
childproof ..................................77
doors ..........................................73
Lubricant specifications ...........259
Lug nuts ....................................205
M
Manual transmission .................187
fluid capacities ........................259
lubricant specifications ..........259
reverse .....................................188
Message center ...........................19english/metric button ...............22
system check button ................22
warning messages .....................22
Mirrors ...................................61–62
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................61
heated ........................................62
side view mirrors (power) .......62
Moon roof ....................................65
Motorcraftparts ..............226, 258
MyKey ..........................................68
O
Octane rating ............................244
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................231
P
Parental MyKey programming ...68
Parking brake ............................178
Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ...........258
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................97
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................196
Power door locks ........................73
Power mirrors .............................62
Power point .................................59
Power steering ..........................182
fluid, checking and adding ....252
fluid, refill capacity ................259
fluid, specifications .................259
Power Windows ...........................60
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