Locks and Security 130
Keys 130
Locks 132
Anti-theft system 143
Seating and Safety Restraints 146
Seating 146
Personal Safety System™ 154
Safety belt system 158
Airbags 168
Child restraints 184
Tires, Wheels and Loading 202
Tire information 202
Tire inflation 204
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 217
Vehicle loading 221
Trailer towing 227
Recreational towing 227
Driving 230
Starting 230
Brakes 237
AdvanceTrac240
Transmission operation 246
Roadside Emergencies 255
Getting roadside assistance 255
Hazard flasher control 256
Fuel pump shut-off 257
Fuses and relays 257
Changing tires 265
Wheel lug nut torque 270
Jump starting 271
Wrecker towing 274
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Vehicles sold in the U.S. : Getting roadside assistance
To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor
Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This
program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service
is available:
•24-hours, seven days a week
•for the coverage period listed on the Roadside Assistance Card
included in your Owner Guide portfolio.
Roadside assistance will cover:
•a flat tire change with a good spare (except vehicles that have been
supplied with a tire inflation kit)
•battery jump start
•lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer’s
responsibility)
•fuel delivery – Independent Service Contractors, if not prohibited by
state, local or municipal law shall deliver up to 2.0 gallons (7.5L) of
gasoline or 5.0 gallons (18.9L) of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle. Fuel
delivery service is limited to two no-charge occurrences within a
12-month period.
•winch out – available within 100 feet (30.5 meters) of a paved or
county maintained road, no recoveries.
•towing – Ford and Lincoln eligible vehicles towed to an authorized
dealer within 35 miles (56 km) of the disablement location or to the
nearest authorized dealer. If a member requests to be towed to an
authorized dealer more than 35 miles (56 km) from the disablement
location, the member shall be responsible for any mileage costs in
excess of 35 miles (56 km).
Trailers shall be covered up to $200 if the disabled eligible vehicle
requires service at the nearest authorized dealer. If the trailer is disabled,
but the towing vehicle is operational, the trailer does not qualify for any
roadside services.
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WARNING:Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containers
or aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuelsystem. This could
damage the fuel system and its seal, and may cause fuel to run onto
the ground instead of filling the tank, all of which could result in
serious personal injury.
JUMP STARTING
WARNING:The gases around the battery can explode if
exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could
result in injury or vehicle damage.
WARNING:Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin,
eyes and clothing, if contacted.
Do not attempt to push-start your automatic transmission
vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start
capability. Attempting to push-start a vehicle with an automatic
transmission may cause transmission damage.
Preparing your vehicle
When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the
automatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the
transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is
considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the
transmission. Over time, the adaptive learning process will fully update
transmission operation.
1.Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle.
2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could
damage the vehicle’s electrical system.
3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle
making sure the two vehiclesdo nottouch. Set the parking brake on
both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving
parts.
4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before
you attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level.
5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electrical
surges. Turn all other accessories off.
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Jump starting
1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at
moderately increased speed.
2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.
3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an
additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables.
Removing the jumper cables
Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were
connected.
Note:In the illustration, the vehicle on the bottom is used to designate
the assisting (boosting) battery.
1. Remove the jumper cable from
the ground metal surface.
2. Remove the jumper cable on the
negative (-) terminal of the booster
vehicle’s battery.
3. Remove the jumper cable from
the positive (+) terminal of the
booster vehicle’s battery.
4. Remove the jumper cable from
the positive (+) terminal of the
disabled vehicle’s battery.
After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables
removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can
relearn its idle conditions.
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FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS (U.S. ONLY)
More than 32 million Ford and Lincoln owners have discovered the
powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service plan
backed by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind”
protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage.
Up to 500+ Covered Vehicle Components
There are four, new-vehicle Extended Service Plans with different levels
of coverage. Ask your dealer for details.
PremiumCare –Our most comprehensive coverage. With over 500
covered components, this plan is so complete that we generally only
discuss what’s not covered!
ExtraCare –Covers 113 components, and includes many high-tech
items.
BaseCare –Covers 84 components.
PowertrainCare –Covers 29 critical components.
Ford ESP is honored by all Ford and Lincoln Dealers in the U.S.
and CanadaIt’s the only extended service plan authorized and backed
by Ford Motor Company. That means you get:
•Reliable, quality service anywhere you go.
•Factory-trained technicians.
•Ford Authorized Parts used with every covered repair.
Rental car reimbursement
If your vehicle is kept overnight for covered repairs,you are
eligible for rental car coverage, including Bumper-to-Bumper warranty
repairs, or manufacturer’s recalls.
Transferable coverage
If you sell your vehicle before your Ford ESP coverage expires, you can
transfer any remaining coverage to the new owner. Whenever you’re
ready to sell your car, prospective buyers may feel better about taking a
risk on your used vehicle. Ford ESP may add resale value!
Plus,exclusive 24/7 roadside assistance,including:
•Towing, flat-tire change and battery jump starts.
•Out-of-fuel and lock-out assistance.
•Travel expense reimbursement for lodging, meals and rental car.
•Destination assistance for taxi, shuttle, rental car coverage and
emergency transportation.
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Capacities for refilling fluids ....321
Cell phone use ..............................8
Changing a tire .........................265
Child safety seats ......................188
attaching with tether straps ..195
in front seat ............................189
in rear seat ..............................189
LATCH .....................................192
recommendations ...................186
Child safety seats -
booster seats .............................198
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............286
instrument panel ....................288
interior .....................................289
plastic parts ............................287
washing ....................................284
waxing .....................................284
wheels ......................................285
wiper blades ............................287
Clock ................................19, 23, 28
Clutch
fluid ..........................................316
operation while driving ..........249
recommended shift speeds ....249
Connecting a digital media
player to SYNC.........................75
Console ......................................120
Controls
steering column ......................127
Coolant
checking and adding ..............299
refill capacities ................303, 321
specifications ..........................321
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ..................125Customer Assistance ................255
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..................................329, 332
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............280
Getting roadside assistance ...255
Getting the service you
need .........................................276
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................282
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................280
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ..............................105
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................316
engine oil .................................295
Doors
central unlocking ....................133
Driving under special
conditions ..................................248
through water .........................254
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Electronic message center .........18
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................271
running out of fuel .........270, 308
Emission control system ..........313
End user license agreement ......92
Engine ................................323–324
cleaning ...................................286
coolant .....................................299
idle speed control ...................297
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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
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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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Phone redial ................................55
Playing music (by artist,
album, genre, playlist, tracks,
similar) ........................................80
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................261
Power door locks ......................132
Power mirrors ...........................124
Power point ...............................120
Power steering ..................243–244
Power Windows .........................121
Privacy information ....................43
Push button start system .........233
Putting a call on/off hold ...........51
R
Radio ......................................23, 28
Receiving a text message ...........57
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................186
Relays ........................................257
Remote entry system ...............137
illuminated entry ....................143
locking/unlocking doors .........139
opening the trunk ...................139
replacement/additional
transmitters .....................141, 143
replacing the batteries ...........139
Roadside assistance ..................255
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Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................158–160, 162
Safety defects, reporting ..........283Safety information ......................43
Safety restraints ........158–160, 162
Belt-Minder...........................163
extension assembly ................162
for adults .........................159–160
for children .............................184
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................156
warning light and chime ........163
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................192
Safety seats for children ..........188
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................324
Satellite Radio Information ........38
Scheduled Maintenance Guide
Normal Scheduled
Maintenance and Log .............339
Seats ..........................................146
child safety seats ....................188
heated ......................................150
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................143
Selecting your media source
(USB, Line in, BT audio) ...........79
Servicing your vehicle ..............291
Setting the clock .............19, 23, 28
Side air curtain .........................180
SOS Post Crash Alert ...............183
Spark plugs,
specifications .............320, 323–324
Specification chart, lubricants .321
Speed control ............................125
Starting your
vehicle ........................230–231, 233
jump starting ..........................271
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