Switch the lighting control to theautolamps position. See Autolamps(page 77).
Overriding the System
Push the lever away from you to switchbetween high beam and low beam.
Automatic High Beam Indicator (If
Equipped)
The indicator illuminates toconfirm when the system isready to assist.
FRONT FOG LAMPS (If Equipped)
Press the control to switch the fog lampson or off.
You can switch the fog lamps on when thelighting control is in any position exceptOff and the high beams are not on.
DIRECTION INDICATORS
Push the lever up or down to use thedirection indicators.
Note:Tap the lever up or down to make thedirection indicators flash three times toindicate a lane change.
INTERIOR LAMPS
The lamps turn on when:
•You open any door.
•You press a remote control button.
•You press the buttons on the maplamps.
Front Interior Lamps (If Equipped)
Note: Press the door function switch toswitch off interior lights when you open anydoor. The indicator lamp illuminates amberwhen the door function is off. When thedoor function is off and you open a door, thecourtesy and door lamps stay off. Press theswitch again to switch the door functionback on. The indicator lamp illuminateswhite when the door function is on. Whenthe door function is on and you open a door,the courtesy and door lamps switch on.
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Trade numberFunction
P27/7WDirection indicator - rear (4-door)
3757 NAKDirection indicator - rear (5-door)
P27/7WRear and brake lamps
194Rear lamps (4-door)
LED* Rear lamp (5-door high series)
194Sidemarker - rear (5-door)
LED* Sidemarker - rear (High series)
921Backup lamp
LED* License plate lamp
LED* High-mount brake lamp
LED* Interior lamps
* To replace these lamps, contact an authorized dealer.
To replace all instrument panel lights, contact an authorized dealer.
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When the oil change message appears inthe information display, it is time for an oilchange. Make sure you perform the oilchange within two weeks or 500 mi(800 km) of the message appearing. Makesure you reset the Intelligent Oil-LifeMonitor after each oil change.
If your information display resetsprematurely or becomes inoperative, youshould perform the oil change interval atsix months or 5,000 mi (8,000 km) fromyour last oil change. Never exceed one yearor 10,000 mi (16,000 km) between oilchange intervals.
Your vehicle is very sophisticated and builtwith multiple, complex, performancesystems. Every manufacturer developsthese systems using differentspecifications and performance features.That is why it is important to rely upon yourdealership to properly diagnose and repairyour vehicle.
Ford Motor Company has recommendedmaintenance intervals for various partsand component systems based uponengineering testing. Ford Motor Companyrelies upon this testing to determine themost appropriate mileage for replacementof oils and fluids to protect your vehicle atthe lowest overall cost to you andrecommends against maintenanceschedules that deviate from the scheduledmaintenance information.
We strongly recommend the use of onlygenuine Ford, Motorcraft orFord-authorized re-manufacturedreplacement parts engineered for yourvehicle.
Additives and Chemicals
This owner's manual and the FordWorkshop Manual list the recommendedadditives and chemicals for your vehicle.We do not recommend using chemicals oradditives not approved by us as part ofyour vehicle’s normal maintenance. Pleaseconsult your warranty information.
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
In many cases, fluid discoloration is anormal operating characteristic and, byitself, does not necessarily indicate aconcern or that the fluid needs to bechanged. However, a qualified expert, suchas the factory-trained technicians at yourdealership, should inspect discolored fluidsthat also show signs of overheating orforeign material contaminationimmediately.
Make sure to change your vehicle’s oils andfluids at the specified intervals or inconjunction with a repair. Flushing is aviable way to change fluid for many vehiclesub-systems during scheduledmaintenance. It is critical that systems areflushed only with new fluid that is the sameas that required to fill and operate thesystem or using a Ford-approved flushingchemical.
Owner Checks and Services
Make sure you perform the following basicmaintenance checks and inspections everymonth or at six-month intervals.
Check Every Month
Engine oil level.
Function of all interior and exterior lights.
Tires (including spare) for wear and proper pressure.
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