
10 inches (254 millimeters).
4.
Area on tunnel between seats.
5.
Height: 8.5 inches (216 millimeters).
6.
12 inches (305 millimeters).
7.
Area on tunnel beneath center console.
8.
Tunnel.
9.
Depth: 1.5 inches (38 millimeters).
10.
Figure 8 Area on top of the instrument
panel.
Note: Equipment must
not interfere with driver visibility.
1.
Area on tunnel between seats.
2.
9 inches (229 millimeters).
3.
AIRBAG DISPOSAL
Contact your authorized dealer as soon as
possible. Airbags must be disposed of by
qualified personnel.
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ESSENTIAL TOWING CHECKS
Follow these guidelines for safe towing:
•
Do not tow a trailer until you drive your
vehicle at least 1000 miles (1600
kilometers).
• Consult your local motor vehicle laws
for towing a trailer.
• See the instructions included with
towing accessories for the proper
installation and adjustment
specifications.
• Service your vehicle more frequently if
you tow a trailer. See your scheduled
maintenance information.
• If you use a rental trailer, follow the
instructions the rental agency gives
you.
You can find information on load
specification terms found on the tire label
and Safety Compliance label as well as
instructions on calculating your vehicle's
load in the Load Carrying chapter. See
Load Limit (page 138).
Remember to account for the trailer
tongue weight as part of your vehicle load
when calculating the total vehicle weight.
Hitches
Do not use a hitch that either clamps onto
the bumper or attaches to the axle.
Distribute the trailer load so 10-15% of the
total trailer weight is on the tongue. Weight-distributing Hitches WARNING
Do not adjust a weight-distributing
hitch to any position where the rear
bumper of the vehicle is higher than
it was before attaching the trailer. Doing
so will defeat the function of the
weight-distributing hitch, which may cause
unpredictable handling, and could result
in serious personal injury. When hooking-up a trailer using a
weight-distributing hitch, always use the
following procedure:
1. Park the loaded vehicle, without the
trailer, on a level surface.
2. Measure the height to the top of your vehicle's front wheel opening on the
fender. This is H1.
3. Attach the loaded trailer to your vehicle
without the weight-distributing bars
connected.
4. Measure the height to the top of your vehicle's front wheel opening on the
fender a second time. This is H2.
5. Install and adjust the tension in the weight-distributing bars so that the
height of your vehicle's front wheel
opening on the fender is approximately
half the way down from H2, toward H1.
6. Check that the trailer is level or slightly
nose down toward your vehicle. If not,
adjust the ball height accordingly and
repeat Steps 2-6.
When the trailer is level or slightly nose
down toward the vehicle:
• Lock the bar tension adjuster in place.
• Check that the trailer tongue securely
attaches and locks onto the hitch.
• Install safety chains, lighting, and trailer
brake controls as required by law or the
trailer manufacturer.
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1. Remove the wiper blade.
2. Install in the reverse order.
Note:
Make sure that the wiper blade locks
into place.
ADJUSTING THE HEADLAMPS
Vertical Aim Adjustment
If your vehicle has been involved in a crash,
have the aim of the headlamp beam
checked by an authorized dealer. 8 ft (2.4 m)
A
Ground to the center of the
headlamp high beam bulb
B
25 ft (7.6 m)
C
Horizontal reference line
D
Vertical Aim Adjustment Procedure
1. Park your vehicle on level ground approximately 25 ft (7.6 m) from a wall
or screen.
2. Measure the distance from the ground
to the center of the headlamp high
beam bulb and mark an 8 ft (2.4 m)
long horizontal reference line on the
wall or screen at this height.
Note: There may be an identifying mark on
the lens to help you locate the center line
of the headlamp high beam bulb. Refer to
the graphic below step 4.
Note: To see a clearer light pattern for
adjusting, you may want to block the light
from one headlamp while adjusting the
other.
3. Switch on the low beam headlamps and open the hood.
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Information Contained on the
Tire Sidewall
Both United States and Canada
Federal regulations require tire
manufacturers to place
standardized information on the
sidewall of all tires. This
information identifies and
describes the fundamental
characteristics of the tire and also
provides a U.S. DOT Tire
Identification Number for safety
standard certification and in case
of a recall.
Information on P Type Tires
P215/65R15 95H is an example of
a tire size, load index and speed
rating. The definitions of these
items are listed below. (Note that
the tire size, load index and speed
rating for your vehicle may be
different from this example.) A.
P: Indicates a tire, designated
by the Tire and Rim Association,
that may be used for service on
cars, sport utility vehicles,
minivans and light trucks. Note:
If
your tire size does not begin with
a letter this may mean it is
designated by either the European
Tire and Rim Technical
Organization or the Japan Tire
Manufacturing Association.
B. 215:
Indicates the nominal
width of the tire in millimeters
from sidewall edge to sidewall
edge. In general, the larger the
number, the wider the tire.
C. 65:
Indicates the aspect ratio
which gives the tire's ratio of
height to width.
D. R:
Indicates a radial type tire.
E. 15:
Indicates the wheel or rim
diameter in inches. If you change
your wheel size, you will have to
purchase new tires to match the
new wheel diameter.
F. 95:
Indicates the tire's load
index. It is an index that relates to
how much weight a tire can carry.
You may find this information in
your owner ’s manual. If not,
contact a local tire dealer.
Note: You may not find this
information on all tires because it
is not required by federal law.
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T type tires have some additional
information beyond those of P
type tires; these differences are
described below:
A.
T: Indicates a type of tire,
designated by the Tire and Rim
Association, that is intended for
temporary service on cars, sport
utility vehicles, minivans and light
trucks.
B. 145:
Indicates the nominal
width of the tire in millimeters
from sidewall edge to sidewall
edge. In general, the larger the
number, the wider the tire. C.
80:
Indicates the aspect ratio
which gives the tire's ratio of
height to width. Numbers of 70 or
lower indicate a short sidewall.
D. D:
Indicates a diagonal type tire.
R:
Indicates a radial type tire.
E. 16:
Indicates the wheel or rim
diameter in inches. If you change
your wheel size, you will have to
purchase new tires to match the
new wheel diameter.
Recommended Tire Pressures
and Inflating Your Tires
Safe operation of your vehicle
requires that your tires are
properly inflated. Remember that
a tire can lose up to half of its air
pressure without appearing flat.
Every day before you drive, check
your tires. If one looks lower than
the others, use a tire gauge to
check the pressure of all tires and
adjust if required.
At least once a month and before
long trips, inspect each tire and
check the tire pressure with a tire
gauge (including spare, if
equipped). Inflate all tires to the
inflation pressure recommended
by Ford Motor Company.
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is suspected, have the tire
demounted and inspected in case
it needs to be repaired or replaced.
For your safety, tires that are
damaged or show signs of
excessive wear should not be used
because they are more likely to
blow out or fail.
Improper or inadequate vehicle
maintenance can cause tires to
wear abnormally. Inspect all your
tires, including the spare,
frequently, and replace them if
one or more of the following
conditions exist:
Tire Wear
When the tread is worn down to
one sixteenth of an inch (2 mm),
tires must be replaced to help
prevent your vehicle from skidding
and hydroplaning. Built-in
treadwear indicators, or wear bars,
which look like narrow strips of
smooth rubber across the tread
will appear on the tire when the
tread is worn down to one
sixteenth of an inch (2 mm). When the tire tread wears down
to the same height as these wear
bars, the tire is worn out and must
be replaced.
Damage
Periodically inspect the tire treads
and sidewalls for damage (such
as bulges in the tread or sidewalls,
cracks in the tread groove and
separation in the tread or
sidewall). If damage is observed
or suspected, have the tire
inspected by a tire professional.
Tires can be damaged during
off-road use, so inspection after
off-road use is also
recommended.
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Power Seats.....................................................93
Power Steering Fluid Check......................187
Power Windows
..............................................63
Accessory Delay.................................................... 63
Bounce-Back......................................................... 63
One-Touch Down................................................. 63
One-Touch Up....................................................... 63
Window Lock......................................................... 63
Protecting the Environment
........................12
R
Rear Loadspace Hatches
...........................137
Rear Parking Aid............................................124 Obstacle Distance Indicator........................... 125
Rear Seats.........................................................93 Fold-flat Seatback............................................... 93
Rear Under Floor Storage
..........................137
Load Floor.............................................................. 137
Load Safe Label................................................... 137
Rear View Camera
........................................125
Using the Rear View Camera System.........126
Rear View Camera See: Rear View Camera.................................... 125
Rear Window Wiper and Washers...........56 Rear Camera Washer.......................................... 57
Rear Window Washer......................................... 57
Rear Window Wiper............................................ 56
Recommended Towing Weights.............147
Refueling.........................................................104 Easy Fuel ™ Capless Fuel System................105
Remote Control
..............................................46
Car Finder................................................................ 47
Changing the Remote Control Battery.........47
Sounding the Panic Alarm................................ 47
Removing a Headlamp
...............................192
Repairing Minor Paint Damage..............202
Replacement Parts Recommendation.........................................9
Collision Repairs...................................................... 9
Scheduled Maintenance and Mechanical Repairs................................................................... 9
Warranty on Replacement Parts.................... 10
Replacing a Lost Key or Remote Control.............................................................47
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)..............................................................166 Reporting Safety Defects (U.S.
Only)...............................................................165
Roadside Assistance
...................................156
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Getting Roadside
Assistance........................................................ 156
Vehicles Sold in Canada: Using Roadside Assistance........................................................ 156
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Getting Roadside Assistance.................................... 156
Vehicles Sold in the United States: Using Roadside Assistance.................................... 156
Roadside Emergencies
...............................156
Roof Racks and Load Carriers..................137 Adjusting the Crossbar..................................... 138
Thumbwheel Kit.................................................. 137
Running-In See: Breaking-In.................................................. 153
Running Out of Fuel....................................103 Adding Fuel From a Portable Fuel
Container.......................................................... 103
Filling a Portable Fuel Container.................. 103
S
Safety Belt Height Adjustment.................29
Safety Belt Minder.........................................30 Belt-Minder™........................................................ 30
Safety Belts......................................................26 Principle of Operation........................................ 26
Safety Belt Warning Lamp and Indicator Chime..............................................................30
Conditions of operation..................................... 30
Safety Canopy ™
............................................39
Safety Precautions.......................................101
Satellite Radio
..............................................253
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number
(ESN)................................................................ 254
Satellite Radio Reception Factors...............253
SIRIUS® Satellite Radio Service.................. 253
Troubleshooting................................................. 254
Scheduled Maintenance Record...........305
Scheduled Maintenance
..........................296
Seats..................................................................90
Security..............................................................52
Side Airbags
.....................................................38
Sitting in the Correct Position...................90
Snow Chains See: Using Snow Chains.................................. 222
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