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Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 18
Warning lights and chimes 18
Gauges 25
Message center 36
Entertainment Systems 52
AM/FM stereo with CDX6/MP3 52
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 60
USB port 62
Satellite radio information 64
Navigation system 66
SYNC66
Climate Controls 67
Dual automatic temperature control 67
Navigation system based climate control 70
Rear window defroster 74
Lights 75
Headlamps 75
Turn signal control 80
Bulb replacement 82
Driver Controls 87
Windshield wiper/washer control 87
Steering wheel adjustment 88
Power windows 93
Mirrors 95
Speed control 96
Moon roof 99
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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
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, encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state
and local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while
driving.
Your vehicle is 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 to
Accessing and using your USB
portin theSYNCsupplement or
Navigation Systemsupplement.
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CENTER CONSOLE
Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These
include:
1. Cup holders with ambient lighting
(if equipped). Slide the door open
to access the cup holders.
2. Utility compartment with aux jack
and USB port, a power point, and
removable coin holder inside and a
secondary storage bin (on hinges
inside utility compartment).
Note:Slide the arm rest to the
rearward position to open the utility
compartment
3. Sliding arm rest.
WARNING:Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects
can injure you in a collision.
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12V DC)
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert
any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the
outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power
outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.
The auxiliary power point is located in the center console utility
compartment.
Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if
equipped).
To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s)
over the vehicle capacity of 12V DC/180W. If the power point or cigar
lighter socket is not working, a fuse may have blown. Refer toFuses and
relaysin theRoadside Emergencieschapter for information on
checking and replacing fuses.
To have full capacity usage of your power point, the engine is required to
be running to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery. To prevent
the battery from being discharged:
•do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is
not running,
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Speed control ..............................96
Starting your vehicle ........218, 220
jump starting ..........................263
Steering
speed sensitive .......................230
Steering wheel
controls ......................................98
tilting .........................................88
Stereo
6-CD in dash .............................52
CD-MP3 .....................................52
SYNC..........................................66
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................88
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....206
Tires ...........................191–192, 256
alignment ................................199
care ..........................................195
changing ..................................256
checking the pressure ............195
inflating ...................................193
label .........................................205
replacing ..................................197
rotating ....................................200
safety practices .......................198
sidewall information ...............200
snow tires and chains ............210
spare tire .................................257
terminology .............................192
tire grades ...............................192
treadwear ........................191, 196
Towing .......................................216
recreational towing .................217
trailer towing ..........................216wrecker ....................................266
Transmission .............................232
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....230
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................309
fluid, refill capacities ..............313
lubricant specifications ..........313
Trunk .........................................117
remote release ................107, 121
Turn signal ..................................80
U
Universal garage
door opener ...............................101
USB port ......................................62
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................316
Vehicle loading ..........................210
Ventilating your vehicle ...........221
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......18
Washer fluid ..............................287
Water, Driving through .............245
Windows
opening using remote entry
system ...............................94, 120
power .........................................93
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................87
checking and adding fluid .....287
replacing wiper blades ...........287
Wrecker towing .........................266
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