
Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 12
Warning lights and chimes 12
Gauges 18
Message center 20
Entertainment Systems 47
AM/FM stereo 47
AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 49
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 58
USB port 60
Satellite radio information 63
Navigation system 67
SYNC67
Climate Controls 68
Manual heating and air conditioning 68
Dual electronic automatic temperature control 71
Navigation system based climate control 76
Rear window defroster 80
Lights 82
Headlamps 82
Turn signal control 85
Interior lamps 86
Bulb replacement 88
Driver Controls 94
Windshield wiper/washer control 94
Steering wheel adjustment 95
Power windows 103
Mirrors 105
Speed control 111
Tailgate 123
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7.CLK (Clock):Press CLK to
toggle between displaying the radio
frequency and the clock setting.
Setting the clock:Press and hold
CLK until the hours begin to flash. Press
//SEEKto
manually increase/decrease the hours.
Press CLK again to set the minutes using
//SEEKto
manually increase/decrease the minutes. Allow 10 seconds to pass to
confirm that the time has been set.
Note:If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer to
Setting the clockin yourNavigation supplement.
AM/FM in-dash 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, encourage the use of voice-operated
systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state
and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving.
OKTUNE LOAD
VOLCD
AUX AM/FM
SIRIUS TEXT
SCANCAT/FOLDCLOCK #
SOUNDMENU
SEEK
1
23
45
6
78
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FADE:PressSEEKto adjust the audio between the back (B)
and front (F) speakers.
SPEED COMPENSATED VOLUME:With this feature on, radio volume
automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to compensate
for road and wind noise.
The default setting isoff.
Use
SEEKto adjust between SPEED OFF and levels1–7:
Increasing the level from 1 (lowest setting) to 7 (highest setting) allows
the radio volume to automatically change slightly with vehicle speed to
compensate for road and wind noise.
Recommended level is1–3;SPEED OFF turns the feature off and level 7
is the maximum setting.
Extra Features
AUX:Press repeatedly to cycle through LINE IN (auxiliary audio mode),
and SYNC(if equipped).
For location and further information on auxiliary audio mode, refer to
Auxiliary input jacklater in this chapter.
If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC, please refer to supplemental
information onSYNC.
OK:Your vehicle may be equipped
with special phone and media
features which will require you to
confirm commands by pressing OK.
For further information, refer to
supplemental information on
SYNC.
(Phone):If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC, press to access
SYNC PHONE features. For further information, please refer to
supplemental information onSYNC.
If your vehicle is not equipped with SYNC, the display may read NO
PHONE.
Audio system–Navigation system based (if equipped)
If your vehicle is equipped with the navigation system, it will have an
integrated navigation/audio system. See theNavigation system
supplement for operating instructions on using this audio system.
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Auxiliary input jack (Line in — 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 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 use of electronic devices while driving.
The Auxiliary Input Jack provides a
way to connect your portable music
player to the in-vehicle audio
system. This allows the audio from a
portable music player to be played
through the vehicle speakers with
high fidelity. To achieve optimal performance, please observe the
following instructions when attaching your portable music device to the
audio system.
If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer toAuxiliary
input jacksection in theAudio featureschapter of yourNavigation
systemsupplement.
Required equipment:
1. Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones
2. An audio extension cable with stereo male 1/8 in. (3.5 mm)
connectors at each end
To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack:
1. Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off.
2. Ensure that the battery in your portable music player is new or fully
charged and that the device is turned off.
3. Attach one end of the audio extension cable to the headphone output
of your player and the other end of the audio extension cable to the AIJ
in your vehicle.
4. Turn the radio on, using either a tuned FM station or a CD loaded into
the system. Adjust the volume to a comfortable listening level.
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5. Turn the portable music player on and adjust the volume to 1/2 the
volume.
6. Press AUX on the vehicle radio repeatedly until LINE, LINE IN or
SYNC LINE IN appears in the display.
You should hear audio from your portable music player although it may
be low.
7. Adjust the sound on your portable music player until it reaches the
level of the FM station or CD by switching back and forth between the
AUX and FM or CD controls.
Troubleshooting:
1. Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output. Line level
outputs are intended for connection to a home stereo and are not
compatible with the AIJ. The AIJ will only work correctly with devices
that have a headphone output with a volume control.
2. Do not set the portable music player’s volume level higher than is
necessary to match the volume of the CD or FM radio in your audio
system as this will cause distortion and will reduce sound quality. Many
portable music players have different output levels, so not all players
should be set at the same levels. Some players will sound best at full
volume and others will need to be set at a lower volume.
3. If the music sounds distorted at lower listening levels, turn the
portable music player volume down. If the problems persists, replace or
recharge the batteries in the portable music player.
4. The portable music player must be controlled in the same manner
when it is used with headphones as the AIJ does not provide control
(play, pause, etc.) over the attached portable music player.
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.
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Compass calibration adjustment
Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures
and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical
accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all
vehicle doors are shut.
1. Start the vehicle.
2. To calibrate, press and hold the 7
and 9 radio preset buttons together
for approximately 10 seconds until
CAL appears. Release the buttons.
3. Slowly drive the vehicle in a
circle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h])
until the CAL display changes to the
direction value (N, S, E, W, etc.). It
may take up to five circles to
complete calibration.
4. The compass is now calibrated.
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.
Auxiliary power points can be found in the following locations:
•On the instrument panel
•Inside the center console storage area (if equipped)
•On the rear of the center console (if equipped) accessible from the
rear seat
Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used.
Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if
equipped).
Note:Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter
socket (if equipped). Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not
covered by your warranty, and can result in fire or serious injury.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
59 — Not used
60 — Not used
61 — Not used
62 — Wiper motor relay
63 25A** Electric fan
64 40A** Vacuum pump relay power (3.5L
engine)
65 20A** Auxiliary power point (instrument
panel)
66 20A** Auxiliary power point (inside
center console)
67 20A** TT park lamps relay power
68 25A** 4x4 module
69 30A** Passenger heated/cooled seats
70 — Not used
71 20A** Heated rear seats
72 20A** Auxiliary power point (Rear)
73 20A** TT stop/turn lamps relay power
74 30A** Driver power seat/memory
module
75 15A* PCM – voltage power 1 (3.7L,
5.0L, 6.2L engines PCM module)
25A* PCM – voltage power 1 (3.5L
engine PCM module)
76 20A* PCM – Voltage power 2 (General
powertrain components, Mass air
flow/Intake air temp sensor)
(3.7L, 5.0L, 6.2L engines)
20A* PCM – Voltage power 2 (General
powertrain components, Canister
vent solenoid) (3.5L engine)
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
77 10A* PCM – Voltage power 3 (Emission
related powertrain components,
Electric fan relays coil)
78 15A* PCM – Voltage power4–Ignition
coils (3.5L, 3.7L, 5.0L engines)
20A* PCM – Voltage power4–Ignition
coils (6.2L engine)
79 5A* Rain sensor
80 — Not used
81 — Not used
82 — Not used
83 — Not used
84 — Not used
85 — Electric fan relay (low speed)
*Mini fuse **Cartridge fuse
Auxiliary relay box (SVT Raptor only)
The relay box is located in the left rear corner of the engine compartment.
Fuse/Relay
locationFuse amp
ratingDescription
1 — Upfitter 1 relay
2 — Upfitter 2 relay
3 — Upfitter 3 relay
246
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