Driving Aids
Driver Alert.....................................................235
Lane Keeping System..................................237
Blind Spot Information System.................242
Cross Traffic Alert.........................................244
Steering..........................................................248
Pre-Collision Assist......................................249
Drive Control.................................................253
Load Carrying
Load Limit.......................................................255
Towing
Towing a Trailer............................................260
Towing the Vehicle on Four Wheels.......260
Driving Hints
Breaking-In....................................................262
Economical Driving......................................262
Driving Through Water...............................262
Floor Mats......................................................263
Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Assistance...................................264
Hazard Flashers...........................................265
Fuel Shutoff...................................................265
Jump Starting the Vehicle..........................266
Collision, Damage or Fire Event...............269
Post-Crash Alert System.............................270
Transporting the Vehicle.............................271
Towing Points.................................................271
Customer Assistance
Getting the Services You Need................273
In California (U.S. Only)...............................274
The Better Business Bureau (BBB) AutoLine Program (U.S. Only)........................275
Utilizing the Mediation/Arbitration Program(Canada Only)...........................................276
Getting Assistance Outside the U.S. andCanada........................................................277
Ordering Additional Owner'sLiterature....................................................279
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only).......279
Reporting Safety Defects (CanadaOnly)............................................................280
Fuses
Fuse Specification Chart.............................281
Changing a Fuse..........................................297
Maintenance
General Information....................................300
Opening and Closing the Hood...............300
Under Hood Overview.................................301
Engine Oil Dipstick.......................................303
Engine Oil Check..........................................303
Oil Change Indicator Reset........................304
Engine Coolant Check................................304
Automatic Transmission Fluid Check......309
Brake Fluid Check.......................................309
Washer Fluid Check.....................................310
Fuel Filter.........................................................310
Changing the 12V Battery...........................310
Checking the Wiper Blades........................312
Changing the Wiper Blades.......................312
Adjusting the Headlamps............................313
Changing a Bulb............................................314
Bulb Specification Chart..............................315
Changing the Engine Air Filter...................317
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Table of Contents
Anti-lock braking system
Avoid smoking, flames or sparks
Battery
Battery acid
Brake fluid - non petroleum based
Brake system
Cabin air filter
Check fuel cap
Child safety door lock or unlock
Child seat lower anchor
Child seat tether anchor
Cruise control
Do not open when hot
Engine air filter
Engine coolant
Engine coolant temperature
Engine oil
Explosive gas
Fan warning
Fasten seatbelt
Flammable
Front airbag
Front fog lamps
Fuel pump reset
Fuse compartment
Hazard warning flashers
Heated rear window
Heated windshield
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After all occupants have adjusted their seatsand put on seatbelts, it is very important thatthey continue to sit properly. A properlyseated occupant sits upright, leaning againstthe seat back, and centered on the seatcushion, with their feet comfortably extendedon the floor. Sitting improperly can increasethe chance of injury in a crash event. Forexample, if an occupant slouches, lies down,turns sideways, sits forward, leans forwardor sideways, or puts one or both feet up, thechance of injury during a crash is greatlyincreased.
The conditions listed above may cause theweight of a properly seated occupant to beincorrectly interpreted by the front passengersensing system. The person in the frontpassenger seat may appear heavier or lighterdue to the conditions described in the listabove.
To know if the front passengersensing system is operatingproperly, See Crash Sensors andAirbag Indicator (page 55).
Do not attempt to repair or service thesystem. Take your vehicle immediately to anauthorized dealer.
If it is necessary to modify an advanced frontairbag system to accommodate a personwith disabilities, contact the Ford CustomerRelationship Center. See Getting theServices You Need (page 273).
SIDE AIRBAGS
WARNINGS
Do not place objects or mountequipment on or near the airbag cover,on the side of the seatbacks (of the frontseats), or in front seat areas that may comeinto contact with a deploying airbag. Failureto follow these instructions may increase therisk of personal injury in the event of a crash.
Do not use accessory seat covers. Theuse of accessory seat covers mayprevent the deployment of the side airbagsand increase the risk of injury in an accident.
Do not lean your head on the door. Theside airbag could injure you as itdeploys from the side of the seatback.
WARNINGS
Do not attempt to service, repair, ormodify the seat airbag supplementalrestraint systems, its fuses or the seat coveron a vehicle containing seat airbags as youcould be seriously injured or killed. Contactyour authorized dealer as soon as possible.
If the side airbag has deployed, theairbag will not function again. The sideairbag system (including the seat) must beinspected as soon as possible. If the airbagis not replaced, the unrepaired area willincrease the risk of injury in a crash.
The side airbags are on the outboard sideof the seatbacks of the front seats. In certainsideways crashes, the side airbags will beinflated. The airbag was designed to inflatebetween the door panel and occupant tofurther enhance the protection providedoccupants in side impact crashes.
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Supplementary Restraints SystemE67017
12 Volt DC Power Point
WARNING
Do not plug optional electricalaccessories into the cigar lightersocket. Incorrect use of the cigar lighter cancause damage not covered by the vehiclewarranty, and can result in fire or seriousinjury.
Note:When you switch the ignition on, youcan use the socket to power 12 voltappliances with a maximum current ratingof 15 amps.
If the power supply does not work after youswitch the ignition off, switch the ignition on.Note:Do not hang any accessory from theaccessory plug.
Note:Do not use the power point over thevehicle capacity of 12 volt DC 180 watts ora fuse may blow.
Note:Always keep the power point capsclosed when not in use.
Do not insert objects other than an accessoryplug into the power point. This damages thepower point and may blow the fuse.
Run the vehicle for full capacity use of thepower point.
To prevent the battery from running out ofcharge:
•Do not use the power point longer thannecessary when the vehicle is notrunning.
•Do not leave devices plugged inovernight or when you park your vehiclefor extended periods.
Locations
Power points may be in the followinglocations:
•On the front of the center console.
•Inside the center console.
•On the rear of the center console.
110 Volt AC Power Point
WARNING
Do not keep electrical devices pluggedin the power point whenever thedevice is not in use. Do not use anyextension cord with the 110 volt AC powerpoint, since it will defeat the safety protectiondesign. Doing so may cause the power pointto overload due to powering multiple devicesthat can reach beyond the 150 watt load limitand could result in fire or serious injury.
Note:The power point turns off when youswitch the ignition off, or when the batteryvoltage drops below 11 volts.
You can use the power point for electricdevices that require up to 150 watts. It is onthe rear of the center console.
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Auxiliary Power Points
WARNINGS
Do not use fuel lines, engine valvecovers, windshield wiper arms, theintake manifold, or hood latch as groundpoints.
Note:Your vehicle has two battery prongsthat are accessible from under the hood,even though the actual battery is located inthe trunk. You can jump start your vehiclethe same way conventional vehicles can beusing these prongs.
Note:Do not attach the end of the positivecable to the studs or L-shaped eyelet locatedabove the positive (+) terminal of yourvehicle’s battery. High current may flowthrough and cause damage to the fuses.
Note:To avoid reverse polarity connections,make sure that you correctly identify thepositive (+) and negative (-) terminals on boththe disabled and booster vehicles beforeconnecting the cables.
Negative prong (–).A
Positive prong (+).B
Note:In the illustration, the bottom vehiclerepresents the booster vehicle.
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FUSE SPECIFICATION CHART
Power Distribution Box
WARNINGS
Always disconnect the battery beforeservicing high current fuses.
WARNINGS
To reduce risk of electrical shock,always replace the cover to the powerdistribution box before reconnecting thebattery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
The power distribution box is in the enginecompartment. It has high-current fuses thatprotect your vehicle's main electrical systemsfrom overloads.
If you disconnect and reconnect the battery,you will need to reset some features. SeeChanging the 12V Battery (page 310).
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Fuses
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FusesE144783
Protected ComponentsFuse RatingFuse or Relay Number
Wiper Motor 2.25A11
Not used.–2
Rain sensor.15A23
Blower motor relay.–4
Power point 3 - back of console.20A15
Not used.–6
Powertrain control module - vehicle power 1.20A27Powertrain control module power.
Powertrain control module - vehicle power 2.20A28Emissions components.
Powertrain control module relay.–9
Power point 1 - driver front.20A110
Powertrain control module - vehicle power 4.15A311Ignition coils.
Powertrain control module - vehicle power 3.15A312Non-emissions components.
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Fuses