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Replacing the low beam headlamps
Note:The low beam headlamp is the outboard lamp.
Note:Never hold a bulb by the glass. This is particularly valid for
halogen bulbs as the intensity of the light may be reduced if the hands
touch the bulb. If the glass has been handled, clean it with alcohol.
1. Remove the bulb cover.
2. Turn the bulb holder
counterclockwise and remove it.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector.
4. Reverse the procedure to install the new bulb
Replacing the high beam headlamps
Note:The high beam headlamp is the inboard lamp.
Note:Never hold a bulb by the glass. This is particularly valid for
halogen bulbs as the intensity of the light may be reduced if the hands
touch the bulb. If the glass has been handled, clean it with alcohol.
Lights
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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
When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine. If
the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle
checked.
Before starting the vehicle:
1. Make sure all occupants buckle their safety belts. For more
information on safety belts and their proper usage, refer to theSeating
and Safety Restraintschapter.
2. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off.
If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission:
•Make sure the parking brake is
set.
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Driving
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected circuits
F35 10A** Left headlamp (low beam)
F36 10A** Right headlamp (low beam)
F37 10A** Left headlamp (high beam)
F38 10A** Right headlamp (high beam)
F39 2A** Natural vacuum leak detection
F40 — Not used
F41 — Not used
F42 — Not used
F43 — Not used
F44 — Not used
F45 — Not used
F46 — Not used
R1 — Not used
R2 — Not used
R3 — PCM relay
R4 — Heater blower relay
R5 — Engine cooling fan relay
R6 — A/C clutch relay
R7 — Not used
R8 — Daytime running lamp
R9 — Starter inhibit relay
R10 — High beam relay
R11 — Low beam relay
R12 — Reverse lamp relay
R13 — Not used
R14 — Not used
R15 — Not used
*Cartridge fuses **Mini fuses
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lubrication specifications .......321
refill capacities ........................321
service points ..................293–294
Engine block heater .................236
Engine fan .................................293
Engine oil ..................................295
checking and adding ..............295
dipstick ....................................295
filter, specifications ........296, 320
recommendations ...................296
refill capacities ........................321
specifications ..........................321
Event data recording ....................6
Exhaust fumes ..........................235
F
Fan, Engine Cooling .........291, 293
Floor mats .........................128, 130
Fluid capacities .........................321
Fuel ............................................304
calculating fuel economy .......310
cap ...........................................306
capacity ...................................321
choosing the right fuel ...........307
detergent in fuel .....................308
filler funnel .............................308
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................304, 306, 310
filter, specifications ........304, 320
fuel pump shut-off ..................257
improving fuel economy ........310
octane rating ...........307, 323–324
quality ......................................308
running out of fuel .........270, 308
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................304
Fuses ..................................257–258G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............306
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................310
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................256
Headlamps .................................104
aiming ......................................105
bulb specifications ..................109
daytime running lights ...........105
high beam ...............................104
replacing bulbs .......................110
turning on and off ..................104
Head restraints .........................146
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .....................................100
Hill start assist ..........................251
Hood ..........................................292
I
Ignition .......................230, 323–324
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................188
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................315
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................288
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .....................................105
Intelligent Access Key ..............131
Intelligent Access with push
button start ...............................137
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J
Jack ............................................265
positioning ...............................265
storage .....................................265
Joining two calls
(multiparty/conference call) ......51
Jump-starting your vehicle ......271
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...........................133–134
Keys ...................................130, 144
positions of the ignition .........230
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................109
daytime running light .............105
headlamps ...............................104
instrument panel, dimming ...105
interior lamps .........107–108, 110
replacing bulbs .......................110
LATCH anchors .........................192
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........238
Load limits .................................221
Locks
autolock ...........................133–134
childproof ................................135
Lubricant specifications ...........321
Lug nuts ....................................270
M
Manual transmission .................249fluid capacities ........................321
lubricant specifications ..........321
reverse .....................................250
Media Bluetooth menu options
(adding, connecting, deleting,
turning on/off) ............................84
Media menu layout .....................78
Message center .....................17–18
warning messages .....................19
Mirrors ...............................123–124
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ......................................123
heated ......................................124
side view mirrors (power) .....124
signal .......................................125
Moon roof ..................................127
Motorcraftparts ..............290, 320
O
Octane rating ............................307
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................295
P
Pairing other phones ..................48
Pairing your phone for the first
time ..............................................47
Parking brake ............................239
Parts
(see Motorcraftparts) ...........320
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................156
Phone Bluetooth menu options
(adding, connecting, deleting,
turning on/off) ............................62
Phone dependent features .........46
Phone menu layout ....................54
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