Ford 1998 Mustang- Manuals

High beams Illuminates when thehigh beam headlampsare turned on. Safety belt Momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition isturned to the ONposition to remind youto fasten your safety belts. For more information,refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Charging system Illuminates when theigni...

Service engine soon Your vehicle isequipped with acomputer that monitorsthe engine’s emissioncontrol system. Thissystem is commonly known as the On BoardDiagnostics System (OBD II). The OBD II systemprotects the environment by ensuring that yourvehicle continues to meet government emissionstandards....

consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixedcity/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service isrequired. If the Service Engine Soon light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first availableopportunity. Light is blinking: Engine misfire is occurring which could damage yourcatalyt...

control switch is depressed or if the light flasheswhen you are driving, have your vehicle serviced. Traction Control Y active This light momentarilyilluminates when theignition is turned toON. It also illuminateswhen the Traction Control y system begins applying and releasing the brakes and adjusti...

Check coolant Illuminates when thecoolant level in thecoolant reservoir is lowand more needs to beadded. This lamp will also illuminate when theignition is turned to ON and the engine is off. Formore information on adding engine coolant, refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter. S...

Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates thetemperature of theengine coolant. Atnormal operatingtemperature, the needle remains within the normalarea (the area between the “H” and “C”). If it entersthe red section, the engine is overheating. Stop thevehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off t...

Trip odometer Registers thekilometers (miles) ofindividual journeys.Press the reset buttonuntil a “T” appears inthe display (thisrepresents the tripmode). Press and holdthe button for2.5 seconds to reset. Battery voltage gauge This gauge shows thebattery voltage whenthe ignition is in theON position...

HEADLAMP CONTROL • Pull the headlampcontrol toward youto the first positionto turn on theparking lamps, taillamps, license platelamps and markerlamps. • Pull the headlamp control toward you to the outerposition to turn on the headlamps (in addition tothe previous lamps). Daytime running lamps (DRL) ...

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL To adjust thebrightness of theinstrument panel: • Rotate clockwise/counterclockwisewhen the headlampcontrol is in theparking lamp or low-beam position. To turn on the courtesy lamps: • Rotate fully counterclockwise. REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (IF EQUIPPED) The rear defrostercontrol i...

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Manual heating and air conditioning system Fan speed control Controls the volume ofair circulated in thevehicle. Temperature control knob Controls thetemperature of theairflow inside thevehicle. Mode selector control Controls the directionof the airflow to theinside of the veh...

is about 10°C (50°F) or higher, the air conditionerwill automatically dehumidify the air to reducefogging. • - Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clearice or fog from the windshield. If the temperature isabout 10°C (50°F) or higher, the air conditioner ...

USING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEMAM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Premium Sound Power control Press the control toturn the audio systemon or off. Volume control Press the control toraise or lower volume. If the volume is setabove a certain level and the ignition is turned off,the volume will come back on at a “nominal”l...

station by using the Automatic Music Search (AMS)button. • Press the AMS control until the display showsTUNE. • Press and releaseeither or on the SEEK control tochange to the next frequency up or down. • Press and hold down or to quickly move through the frequencies. Seek function The seek function ...

In order to ensure proper operation of the AMSfeature, the tape MUST have a blank section of atleast 4 seconds duration between programs. Scan function The scan functionworks in radio mode. • Press the SCAN button to activate the scan mode.The radio scans up the frequency band, stoppingon each liste...

Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase ordecrease the audio system’s bass output. • Push the AUDIOcontrol repeatedlyuntil the displayreads BASS. • Press (+) or (−) onthe volume controlto increase ordecrease bass output. Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increa...

Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted betweenthe front and rear speakers. • Push the AUDIOcontrol repeatedlyuntil the displayreads FADE. • Press the (+) side ofthe volume controlto shift sound to thefront speakers. • Press the (−) side of the volume control to shiftsound to ...

AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/MACH 460 SoundSystem T with Premium AM/FM Stereo Cassette Power control Press the control toturn the audio systemon or off. Volume control Press the control toraise or lower volume. If the volume is setabove a certain level and the ignition is turned off,the volume will come ba...

• Press to scan forward selections. Press the SCAN/TUNE button again to stop the scanmode on the current selection. Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with five station memorypreset controls. These controls can be used to selectup to five preset AM stations and ten FM stations(five in...

• Push the AUDIOcontrol repeatedlyuntil the displayreads TREB. • Press (+) or (−) onthe volume controlto increase ordecrease treble output. Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted betweenthe right and left speakers. • Push the AUDIOcontrol repeatedlyuntil the displayreads B...

Push only slightly when inserting a cassette tape(with the open edge to the right). A cassette deckloading mechanism pulls the tape in the rest of theway. Press PLAY to begincassette tape play. Rewind/fast forward function in tape mode Press the control torewind the tape. Play will continue oncethe ...

Setting the clock Press the CLOCKcontrol whilesimultaneouslydepressing the SEEKcontrol. • Press to set the hours. • Press to set the minutes. Premium AM/FM Stereo Single CDRadio/Premium Sound or MACH 460 SoundSystem T with Single CD Radio Power control Press the control toturn the audio systemon or ...

Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted betweenthe front and rear speakers. • Push the AUDIOcontrol repeatedlyuntil the displayreads FADE. • Press the (+) side ofthe volume controlto shift sound to thefront speakers. • Press the (−) side ofthe volume controlto shift sound to t...

Compression feature Compression adjust brings soft and loud CDpassages together for a more consistent listeninglevel. Press the COMP control to activate and deactivatecompression adjust. The effect of the feature varies with the musiccontent. Setting the clock Press the CLOCKcontrol whilesimultaneou...

If you hold down the fast forward control until theend of the CD is reached, the display will show theend time of the last track and the sound will bemuted. When the fast forward control is released,the player will resume play at the beginning of thefirst track. AMS control The AMS (AutomaticMusic S...

Troubleshooting the CD player (if equipped) The laser beam used in the compact discplayer is harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to disassemble the case. If sound skips: • You may be traveling on a rough road, playingbadly scratched discs or the disc may be dirty.Skipping will not scratch the discs ...

Cleaning cassette player (if equipped) Clean the tape player head with a cassette cleaningcartridge after ten to twelve hours of play in orderto maintain the best sound and operation. Cassette and cassette player care • Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long orless. • Do not expose tapes to dir...

• Terrain. Hills, mountains and tall buildings between your vehicle’s antenna and the radiostation signal can cause FM reception problems.Static can be caused on AM stations by powerlines, electric fences, traffic lights andthunderstorms. Moving away from an interferingstructure (out of its “shadow”...

POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION 1. ACCESSORY, allowsthe electricalaccessories such as theradio to operate whilethe engine is notrunning. 2. LOCK, locks thesteering wheel,automatic transmission gearshift lever and allowskey removal. 3. OFF, shuts off the engine and all accessorieswithout locking the steeri...

SPEED CONTROL To turn speed control on • Press ON. Vehicle speed cannotbe controlled until thevehicle is traveling ator above 48 km/h(30 mph). Do not use the speed control in heavy trafficor on roads that are winding, slippery, or unpaved. Do not shift the gearshift lever into N(Neutral) with the sp...

If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehiclespeed may vary momentarily slower or faster thanthe set speed. This is normal. Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if itincreases above the set speed on a downhill. If yourvehicle speed is faster than the set speed whiledriving on a downhil...

POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED) Press and hold the rocker switches to open andclose windows. • Press the top portionof the rocker switchto close. • Press the bottomportion of the rockerswitch to open. Express down To make the driverwindow open fullywithout holding thewindow control, pressthe driver wind...

POWER DOOR LOCKS Press U to unlock alldoors and L to lock alldoors. POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED) To adjust your mirrors: 1. Select to adjust the left mirror or to adjust the right mirror. 2. Move the control inthe direction you wishto tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position to loc...

CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety ofconsole features. These include: • dual cupholders • auxiliary power point • coin holder slots (if equipped) • foglamp control (if equipped) • convertible top control (if equipped) Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hardobjects can injur...

Convertible (If equipped) Do not store articles behind rear seat. Articlesstored in the convertible top stowage compartmentmay break the rear glass window when the top islowered. Lowering the convertible top The convertible top can be lowered with the sidewindows either up or down. The convertible t...

6. Push the convertibletop switch on theconsole in front of thearmrest and hold untilthe top is completelystored. 7. Disengage theparking brake. Installation of the boot 1. Insert boot tongueinto groove located onrear seat. 2. Push boot forwarduntil rear attachmentengages undermolding. 3. Push forwa...

4. Tuck sideattachments undermolding. Repeat onother side of vehicle. 5. Push and pull frontof boot to ensuretongue is engaged intogroove. 6. Removal Raising the convertible top The convertible top will not operate unless theparking brake is engaged. Do not raise the top whilethe vehicle is moving b...

5. Open both top clamps before the top meets thewindshield header 6. Continue to use the top motor to raise the topuntil it has reached the fully closed position flush tothe header. 7. The two pins under the forward edge of the topshould seat themselves in the matching holes in theheader. 8. To fast...

Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’s authority tooperate the equipment. Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entrysystem is used to unlock the door(s) or sound thepersonal alarm. The system automaticall...

After doors lock/unlock, press any control on alltransmitters (up to four). With each control press ofthe transmitters, the door should cycle (lock/unlock)to confirm programming. When completed, turn theignition to OFF. The door locks should cycle(lock/unlock) one last time to confirm completion ofp...

SECURILOCK Y PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM The SecuriLock y passive anti-theft system provides an advanced level of vehicle theft protection. Yourvehicle’s engine can only be started with the twospecial SecuriLock y electronically coded keys provided with your vehicle. Each time you start yourvehicle, t...

Theft indicator The theft indicator on the instrument cluster willoperate as follows: • When the ignition is OFF, the theft indicator willflash briefly every 2 seconds to indicate theSecuriLock y system is protecting your vehicle. • When the ignition is turned to RUN or START, thetheft indicator wil...

Lift handle to moveseat forward orbackward. Pull lever up to adjustseatback. Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatbackwhen the vehicle is moving. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacksto avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. Always dr...

Press to raise or lowerthe front portion of theseat cushion. Press to raise or lowerthe rear portion of theseat cushion. Press the control tomove the seat forward,backward, up or down. Rear seat entry/exit Use the seatback release to fold the back of thefront seat forward for rear seat passenger ent...

To prevent the risk of injury, make surechildren sit where they can be properly restrained. Never let a passenger hold a child on his orher lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in acollision. All occupants of the vehicle, including thedriver, should alw...

When to use the automatic locking mode • When a tight lap/shoulder fit is desired. • Anytime a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position(if equipped). Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Seats for Children later in this chapter. How to use th...

Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to makesure they work properly and are not damaged.Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are nonicks, wears or cuts, replacing if necessary. Allsafety belt assemblies, including retractors, buckles,front seat belt buckle asse...

Do not put anything on or over the air bagmodule. Placing objects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to bepropelled by the air bag into your face and torsocausing serious injury. Do not attempt to service, repair, or modifythe Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System or its f...

there is the risk of death or serious injuries such asfractures, facial and eye injuries or internal injuries,particularly to occupants who are not properlyrestrained or are otherwise out of position at thetime of air bag deployment. Thus, it is extremelyimportant that occupants be properly restrain...

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one ormore of the following: • The readiness lightwill either flash orstay lit. • The readiness lightwill not illuminate immediately after ignition isturned on. • A series of five beeps will be heard. The tonepattern will repeat periodically until the pro...

Never let a passenger hold a child on his orher lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in acollision. Always follow the instructions and warnings thatcome with any infant or child restraint you mightuse. When possible, place children in the rear seat ofyo...

Installing child safety seats in combination lapand shoulder belt seating positions 1. Position the childsafety seat in a seatwith a combination lapand shoulder belt. An air bag can kill or injure a child in a childseat. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move seat all th...

PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE Engine starting is controlled by the ignition system.This system meets all Canadian Interference-CausingEquipment standard requirements regulating theimpulse electrical field strength of radio noise. When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressingthe accelerator ...

Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine’s idlerevolutions per minute (RPM). When the enginestarts, the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine.If the engine idle speed does not slow downautomatically, have the vehicle checked. Do notallow the vehicle to idle for more than ...

Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and colorless, carbon monoxide ispresent in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoidits dangerous effects. If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kindinside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect and fix your vehicle immediately. Do not drive ifyou sm...

BRAKES Your service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to thescheduled maintenance guide for scheduledmaintenance. Occasional brake noise is normal and often does notindicate a performance concern with the vehicle’sbrake system. In normal operation, automotive brakesystems may emit occasional or inter...

The ABS operates bydetecting the onset ofwheel lockup duringbrake applicationsand compensating forthis tendency. Thewheels are preventedfrom locking evenwhen the brakes are firmly applied. Theaccompanying illustration depicts the advantage ofan ABS equipped vehicle (on bottom) to a non-ABSequipped v...

stopping distance. Always leave enough roombetween your vehicle and the vehicle in front ofyou to stop. • We recommend that you familiarize yourself withthis braking technique. However, avoid taking anyunnecessary risks. Hydraulic brake booster system (Hydroboost) The Hydroboost system receives flui...

The parking brake is not recommended to stop amoving vehicle. However, if the normal brakes fail,the parking brake can be used to stop your vehiclein an emergency. Since the parking brake appliesonly the rear brakes, the vehicle’s stopping distancewill increase greatly and the handling of your vehic...

the fully electronic spark and fuel injection systems.This process is very sensitive to driving conditionsand very fast acting. The rear wheels “search” foroptimum traction several times a second andadjustments are made accordingly. The Traction Control y system will allow your vehicle to make bette...

If the power steering system breaks down (or if theengine is turned off), you can steer the vehiclemanually, but it takes more effort. If the steering wanders or pulls, the condition couldbe caused by any of the following: • underinflated tire(s) on any wheel(s) • high crown in center of road • high...

Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear. Do not rock the vehicle for more than a fewminutes. The transmission and tires may bedamaged or the engine may overheat. Always set the parking brake fully and makesure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn off the ignition whenever you leave yourv...

N (Neutral) With the gearshift in N(Neutral), the vehiclecan be started and isfree to roll. Hold thebrake pedal down whilein this gear. (Overdrive) The normal drivingposition for the bestfuel economy.Transmission operatesin gears one throughfour. (Overdrive) can be deactivated by pressingthe transmi...

MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION(IF EQUIPPED) Using the clutch Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission have astarter interlock that prevents cranking the engineunless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. When starting a vehicle with a manual transmission,you must: 1. Put gearshift in N(Neutral). 2...

Recommended shift speeds Do not downshift into 1 (first) when yourvehicle is moving faster then 24 km/h (15 mph).This will damage the clutch. Upshift and downshift according to the followingchart: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) Shift from: 1 - 2 18 km/h (11 mph) 2 - 3...

4. Turn the ignition keyto position 3 (OFF). Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it maymove unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully. Reverse You can shift into R (Reverse) only by moving thegearshift to the right of 5 (Fifth) gear before youshift into R (...

gearshift back into Neutral. Then, release theclutch pedal for a moment and repeat steps 2through 4. Removing key from ignition • Turn the ignition keyto position 3 (OFF). • Push the releaselever forward androtate the keytowards you andremove. TRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added...

• Payload : Combined maximum allowable weight of cargo, passengers and optional equipment. Thepayload equals the gross vehicle weight ratingminus base curb weight. • GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) : Base curb weight plus payload weight. The GVW is not a limit or aspecification. • GVWR (Gross Vehicle Wei...

• Trailer Weight Range : Specified weight range that the trailer must fall within that ranges fromzero to the maximum trailer weight rating. Remember to figure in the tongue load of yourloaded trailer when figuring the total weight. Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWRspecified on the Safety Complianc...

limitation could result in serious damage to thevehicle and/or personal injury. TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle is capable of towing a trailer up to454 kg (1 000 lbs.) gross trailer weight with amaximum tongue load of 45 kg (100 lbs.). Do nottow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven atleast 800 k...

Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-typebrakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted tothe manufacturer’s specifications. The trailer brakesmust meet local and Federal regulations. Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brakesystem directly to your vehicle’s brake syste...

Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehiclewill require more frequent service intervals. Refer toyour Scheduled Maintenance guide for moreinformation. Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing up in anarea before starting on a trip to get the feel ...

HAZARD FLASHER Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehiclebreakdown, approaching danger, etc. The hazardflashers can be operated when the ignition is off. • The hazard lightscontrol is located ontop of the steeringcolumn. • Depress hazard lightscontrol to activate allhazard flasherssimultane...

Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse Rating Mini Fuses Stan- dard Fuses Maxi Fuses Car- tridge Maxi Fuses Fuse Link Car- tridge 2A Grey Grey — — — 3A Violet Violet — — — 4A Pink Pink — — — 5A Tan Tan — — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — — 10A Red Red — — — 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Yellow Yellow Y...

Temporary spare tire information Your vehicle may have a temporary spare tire. Thetemporary spare tire for your vehicle is labeled assuch. It is smaller than a regular tire and is designedfor emergency use only. Replace this tire with afull-size tire as soon as possible. If you use the temporary spa...

Never use the reardifferential as ajacking point. To lessen therisk of personal injury, do not put anypart of your bodyunder the vehiclewhile changing a tire.Do not start theengine when yourvehicle is on the jack.The jack is onlymeant for changingthe tire. 6. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench....

12. If using a mini-spare tire, turn off the tractioncontrol switch. Anti-theft lug nuts (if equipped) If your vehicle isequipped with thisfeature, one of the lugnuts on each wheelmust be removed and replaced with a special key.The key and registration card are attached to the lugwrench and stored w...

JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode ifexposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicledamage. Do not push start your vehicle. You coulddamage the catalytic converter. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which canburn skin, eyes,...

Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) booster cable to thepositive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable tothe positive (+) term...

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-)cable to an exposed metal part of the stalledvehicle’s engine, away from the battery and thecarburetor. The preferred locations of an exposed metal part (to ground the circuit) are the alternator mounting brackets or an engine lifting eye. Do not use f...

Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse orderthat they were connected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-)connection of the booster vehicle’s battery. 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+)termi...

4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+)terminal of the disabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and thejumper cables removed, allow it to idle for severalminutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your ve...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the enginecompartment for easy location. • We provide a Scheduled Maintenance Guide whichmakes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, yourdealership can provide nec...

Working with the engine off • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift issecurely latched in P (Park). 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle frommoving unexpectedly. • Manual transmission: 1. Set the parking brake. 2. D...

OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle,pull the hood releasehandle located underthe bottom left cornerof the instrumentpanel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release theauxiliary latch that is located under the front centerof the hood. 3. Lift the hood and secure it with the prop rod. HOOD Mai...

2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes forthe oil to drain into the oil pan. 3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift issecurely latched in P (Park) (automatictransmissions) or 1 (First) (manual transmissions). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefu...

• If the oil level isbelow the MIN mark,add enough oil toraise the level withinthe MIN—MAXrange. • Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause enginedamage. Some oil must be removed from theengine by a service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fullyseated. Adding engine oil 1. Ch...

ENGINE COOLANT • 3.8L OHV V6 engine • 4.6L V8 engine Check the level of the engine coolant in thereservoir. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guidefor service interval schedules. Be sure to read andunderstand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter. If the engine coolant has not bee...

Adding engine coolant Do not put engine coolant in the containerfor the windshield washer fluid. Do not mix conventional green coolant, orangecoolant or recycled coolants together in yourvehicle. Use only the type of coolant that yourvehicle was originally equipped with. If you areunsure which type ...

Change your engine coolant according to theappropriate schedule listed in the ScheduledMaintenance Guide. Before adding engine coolant, check the color of thecoolant in your vehicle. For vehicles with green coolant, use Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid E2FZ-19549–AA (inCanada, Motorcraft CXC-8–B) o...

For vehicles with orange coolant, no recycling process has been approved at this time and use ofsuch coolant may harm engine and cooling systemcomponents. Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner. Follow your community’sregulations and standards for recycling and disposingof ...

If your vehicle isequipped with the3.8L V6 engine, check the power steeringfluid level with theengine at normaloperating temperature. 1. Start the engine andlet it run until itreaches normaloperating temperature(the engine coolanttemperature gaugeindicator will be nearthe center of thenormal area be...

If your vehicle isequipped with a 4.6LV8 engine, check the power steering fluidlevel with the engine atambient temperature.Allow at least one-halfhour after driving forthe power steeringfluid to cool. 1. Start the engine andallow the engine toidle. 2. Turn the steeringwheel left and rightseveral tim...

could result when the vehicle reaches normaloperating temperature. The transmission fluidshould be in this rangeif at normal operatingtemperature (66°C-77°C [150°F-170°F]). The transmission fluidshould be in this rangeif at ambienttemperature (10°C-35°C [50°F-95°F]). High fluid level Fluid levels ab...

An overfill condition of transmission fluid maycause shift and/or engagement concerns and/orpossible damage. Checking and adding manual transmission fluid 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the fillerplug and inspect thefluid level. 3. Fluid level should beat bottom of theopening. 4. Add enough flu...

BATTERY Your vehicle isequipped with aMotorcraftmaintenance-freebattery which normallydoes not requireadditional water duringits life of service. However, for severe usage or in high temperatureclimates, check the battery electrolyte level. Refer tothe Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the serviceinte...

Batteries normally produce explosive gaseswhich can cause personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substancesto come near the battery. When working near thebattery, always shield your face and protect youreyes. Always provide proper ventilation. When lifting a plastic-cased...

Changing the wiper blades To replace the wiper blades: 1. Pull the wiper armaway from thewindshield and lockinto the serviceposition. 2. Turn the blade at anangle from the wiperarm. Push the lock pinmanually to release theblade and pull thewiper blade downtoward the windshieldto remove it from the a...

Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades Band A represent higher levels of performance on thelaboratory test wheel than the minimum required bylaw. The temperature grade for this tire isestablished for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed,underinflation, or exces...

• 15 or 16 inch fourtire rotation • 17 inch four tirerotation Replacing the tires Replace the tires whenthe wear band isvisible through the tiretreads. Failure to follow these precautions mayadversely affect the handling of the vehicle and make it easier for the driver to lose controland roll over. ...

Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle’soriginal tires may also affect the accuracy of yourspeedometer. SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Driving too fast for conditions creates thepossibility of loss of vehicle control. Driving at very high speeds for extended periods of timemay result in damage to...

• The suspension insulation and bumpers will helpprevent vehicle damage. Do not remove thesecomponents from your vehicle when using snowtires and chains. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUTAUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure inan overfilled tank may cause...

• Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal ifswallowed. Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxicand if swallowed can cause death or permanentinjury. If fuel is swallowed, call a physicianimmediately, even if no symptoms are immediatelyapparent. The toxic effects of fuel may not bevisible for hours. • A...

2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/8of a turn until it stops. 3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe. 4. To install the cap, align the tabs on the cap withthe notches on the filler pipe. 5. Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/8 of a turn until itstops. If the “Service Engin...

“Premium” unleaded gasoline is not recommended(particularly in the United States) because it maycause these problems to become more pronounced.If the problems persist, see your dealer or a qualifiedservice technician. The American Automobile Manufacturers Association(AAMA) issued a fuel specificatio...

Filling the tank For consistent results: • Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium— high) each time the tank is filled. • Allow three automatic click-offs when filling. • Always use the recommended octane rating of aknown quality gasoline, preferably a nationalbrand. • Use the same side of t...

Driving style — good driving and fuel economyhabits Give consideration to the lists that follow and youmay be able to change a number of variables andimprove your fuel economy. Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10%savings in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will usually givet...

• Combine errands and minimize stop-and-godriving. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use onlyrecommended size. • Operating a vehicle with the wheels out ofalignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Refer to Lubricant Specifications . • Perform all regularly schedu...

EPA window sticker Every new vehicle should have the EPA windowsticker. Contact your dealer if the window sticker isnot supplied with your vehicle. The EPA windowsticker should be your guide for the fuel economycomparisons with other vehicles. It is important to note the box in the lower leftcorner ...

Replacing headlamp bulbs Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefullyand keep out of children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch theglass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulbto break the next time the headlamps areoperated. To remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Make sure...

To install the new bulb: 1. With the flat side ofthe new bulb’s plasticbase facing upward,insert the glass end ofthe bulb into the lampassembly. You mayneed to turn the bulb left or right to align thegrooves in the plastic base with the tabs in the lampassembly. When the grooves are aligned, push th...

5. Rotate the bulbsocket counterclockwiseabout 1 ⁄ 4 turn and remove from lampassembly. 6. Carefully pull thebulb straight out fromthe socket and push inthe new bulb. 7. To complete installation, follow the removalprocedure in reverse order. High-mount brakelamp bulbs 1. Open trunk. 2. Inside trunk,...

1. Rotate the foglampbulb counterclockwiseand remove fromfoglamp (the rear sideof the foglamp isshown). 2. Disconnect theelectrical connectorfrom the foglamp bulb. 3. Connect the electrical connector to the newfoglamp bulb. 4. Install the foglamp bulb in foglamp by rotatingclockwise. Replacing licen...

Map lamps For bulb replacement, see a qualified servicetechnician or your dealer. Using the right bulbs Function Trade Number Tail lamp, brakelamp, turn lamp 3157K Park lamp, turn lamp, sidemarker (front) 3157NAK Backup lamp 3156K License plate lamp 168 High-mount brakelamp 906 Headlamps 9007 Luggag...

Vertical aim adjustment 1. Park the vehicle ona level surfaceapproximately7.6 meters (25 feet)from a vertical wall orscreen directly in frontof it. 2. Measure the heightfrom the center of yourheadlamp to theground and mark an2.4 meters (8 foot)horizontal reference line on the vertical wall orscreen ...

Washing your vehicle Wash your vehicleregularly with cold orlukewarm water. Neveruse strong detergentsor soap. If your vehicleis particularly dirty, usea quality car washdetergent. Always use aclean sponge, washingglove or similar device and plenty of water for bestresults. To avoid spots, avoid was...

windshield as described in Cleaning the wiper blades and windshield. Repairing paint chips Minor scratches or paint damage from road debrismay be repaired with touch-up paint, repair foil oraerosol paint spray from the Ford accessory line.Observe the application instructions on theproducts. Remove p...

If the wiper still does not wipe properly, this couldbe caused by substances on the windshield such astree sap and some hot wax treatments used bycommercial car washes. Clean the outside of thewindshield with a non-abrasive cleanser such as thenon-abrasive Bon-Ami t powder. Rinse thoroughly with cle...

Do not use household cleaning products,alcohol solutions, solvents or cleaners intendedfor rubber, vinyl or plastics. Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts Clean the safety belts with a mild soap solutionrecommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets. Donot bleach or dye the belts, because these...

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 3.8L OHV V6engine 4.6L SOHC V8engine Air filter FA-1611 FA-1634 Fuel filter FG-800A FG-800A Battery BXT-59 BXT-59 Oil filter FL-400S FL-820S PCV valve EV-152 EV-98 Spark plugs* AWSF-42EE** AWSF-32PP*** * Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information(VECI) decal for...

REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford PartName Appli-cation Capacity Brake fluid High Per-formanceDOT 3MotorVehicleBrake Fluid All Fill to lineonreservoir Engine oil(includesfilterchange) Motorcraft5W30SuperPremiumMotor Oil All 4.7L(5.0 quarts) Enginecoolant 1 Seefootnote 3.8L OHVV6 engine 11.2L (11.8quarts)...

Fluid Ford PartName Appli-cation Capacity Fuel tank N/A All 58.7L (15.5gallons) Trans-missionfluid MotorcraftMER-CON t V ATF Automaticwith 3.8LOHV V6engine 13.1L (13.9quarts) Automaticwith 4.6LSOHC V8engine 12.0L (12.8quarts) MotorcraftMERCON t ATF Manualwith 3.8LOHV V6engine 2.6L(5.6 pints) Manualw...

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford partname Ford partnumber Ford speci-fication Brake fluid High Per- formanceDOT 3MotorVehicleBrake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AB ESA-M6C25-Aand DOT 3 Doorweather-strips SiliconeLubricant F7AZ-19G208-BAand F5AZ-19553-AA ESR-M13P4-A Door latch,hood latch,auxiliaryhood latch,doo...

Item Ford partname Ford partnumber Ford speci-fication Lockcylinders PenetratingLubricant E8AZ-19501-B none Powersteeringfluid andconvertibletop fluid(ifequipped) MotorcraftMER-CON t V ATF XT-5-QM MERCON t V Rear axlelubricant MotorcraftSAE 80W90PremiumRear AxleLubricant 1 XY-80W90-QL WSP-M2C197-A A...

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that yourvehicle has a defectthat could cause acrash, or could causeinjury or death, youshould immediatelyinform the NationalHighway Traffic SafetyAdministration(NHTSA) in addition to notifying Ford MotorCompany. If NHTSA receives similar complaint...

Air bag supplementalrestraint system ........ 71 and childsafety seats ............. 73description .............. 72disposal .................... 76indicator light ......... 75passenger air bag ... 74 Automatic transmission driving an automaticoverdrive .. 94,95,96,97 Axle refill capacities ...... 1...

Item Information Recommended fuel Unleaded fuel only -87 octane Fuel tank capacity 58.7L (15.5 gallons) Engine oil capacity(includes filter change) 4.7L (5.0 quarts). UseMotorcraft 5W30 SuperPremium Motor Oil,Ford specificationWSS-M2C153-G Tire size and pressure See label on inside ofglove box door....

High beams Illuminates when thehigh beam headlampsare turned on. Safety belt Momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition isturned to the ONposition to remind youto fasten your safety belts. For more information,refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Charging system Illuminates when theigni...

Service engine soon Your vehicle isequipped with acomputer that monitorsthe engine’s emissioncontrol system. Thissystem is commonly known as the On BoardDiagnostics System (OBD II). The OBD II systemprotects the environment by ensuring that yourvehicle continues to meet government emissionstandards....

consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixedcity/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service isrequired. If the Service Engine Soon light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first availableopportunity. Light is blinking: Engine misfire is occurring which could damage yourcatalyt...

control switch is depressed or if the light flasheswhen you are driving, have your vehicle serviced. Traction Control Y active This light momentarilyilluminates when theignition is turned toON. It also illuminateswhen the Traction Control y system begins applying and releasing the brakes and adjusti...

Check coolant Illuminates when thecoolant level in thecoolant reservoir is lowand more needs to beadded. This lamp will also illuminate when theignition is turned to ON and the engine is off. Formore information on adding engine coolant, refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter. S...

Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates thetemperature of theengine coolant. Atnormal operatingtemperature, the needle remains within the normalarea (the area between the “H” and “C”). If it entersthe red section, the engine is overheating. Stop thevehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off t...

Trip odometer Registers thekilometers (miles) ofindividual journeys.Press the reset buttonuntil a “T” appears inthe display (thisrepresents the tripmode). Press and holdthe button for2.5 seconds to reset. Battery voltage gauge This gauge shows thebattery voltage whenthe ignition is in theON position...

HEADLAMP CONTROL • Pull the headlampcontrol toward youto the first positionto turn on theparking lamps, taillamps, license platelamps and markerlamps. • Pull the headlamp control toward you to the outerposition to turn on the headlamps (in addition tothe previous lamps). Daytime running lamps (DRL) ...

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL To adjust thebrightness of theinstrument panel: • Rotate clockwise/counterclockwisewhen the headlampcontrol is in theparking lamp or low-beam position. To turn on the courtesy lamps: • Rotate fully counterclockwise. REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (IF EQUIPPED) The rear defrostercontrol i...

CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Manual heating and air conditioning system Fan speed control Controls the volume ofair circulated in thevehicle. Temperature control knob Controls thetemperature of theairflow inside thevehicle. Mode selector control Controls the directionof the airflow to theinside of the veh...

is about 10°C (50°F) or higher, the air conditionerwill automatically dehumidify the air to reducefogging. • - Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clearice or fog from the windshield. If the temperature isabout 10°C (50°F) or higher, the air conditioner ...

USING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEMAM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Premium Sound Power control Press the control toturn the audio systemon or off. Volume control Press the control toraise or lower volume. If the volume is setabove a certain level and the ignition is turned off,the volume will come back on at a “nominal”l...

station by using the Automatic Music Search (AMS)button. • Press the AMS control until the display showsTUNE. • Press and releaseeither or on the SEEK control tochange to the next frequency up or down. • Press and hold down or to quickly move through the frequencies. Seek function The seek function ...

In order to ensure proper operation of the AMSfeature, the tape MUST have a blank section of atleast 4 seconds duration between programs. Scan function The scan functionworks in radio mode. • Press the SCAN button to activate the scan mode.The radio scans up the frequency band, stoppingon each liste...

Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase ordecrease the audio system’s bass output. • Push the AUDIOcontrol repeatedlyuntil the displayreads BASS. • Press (+) or (−) onthe volume controlto increase ordecrease bass output. Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increa...

Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted betweenthe front and rear speakers. • Push the AUDIOcontrol repeatedlyuntil the displayreads FADE. • Press the (+) side ofthe volume controlto shift sound to thefront speakers. • Press the (−) side of the volume control to shiftsound to ...

AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/MACH 460 SoundSystem T with Premium AM/FM Stereo Cassette Power control Press the control toturn the audio systemon or off. Volume control Press the control toraise or lower volume. If the volume is setabove a certain level and the ignition is turned off,the volume will come ba...

• Press to scan forward selections. Press the SCAN/TUNE button again to stop the scanmode on the current selection. Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with five station memorypreset controls. These controls can be used to selectup to five preset AM stations and ten FM stations(five in...

• Push the AUDIOcontrol repeatedlyuntil the displayreads TREB. • Press (+) or (−) onthe volume controlto increase ordecrease treble output. Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted betweenthe right and left speakers. • Push the AUDIOcontrol repeatedlyuntil the displayreads B...

Push only slightly when inserting a cassette tape(with the open edge to the right). A cassette deckloading mechanism pulls the tape in the rest of theway. Press PLAY to begincassette tape play. Rewind/fast forward function in tape mode Press the control torewind the tape. Play will continue oncethe ...

Setting the clock Press the CLOCKcontrol whilesimultaneouslydepressing the SEEKcontrol. • Press to set the hours. • Press to set the minutes. Premium AM/FM Stereo Single CDRadio/Premium Sound or MACH 460 SoundSystem T with Single CD Radio Power control Press the control toturn the audio systemon or ...

Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted betweenthe front and rear speakers. • Push the AUDIOcontrol repeatedlyuntil the displayreads FADE. • Press the (+) side ofthe volume controlto shift sound to thefront speakers. • Press the (−) side ofthe volume controlto shift sound to t...

Compression feature Compression adjust brings soft and loud CDpassages together for a more consistent listeninglevel. Press the COMP control to activate and deactivatecompression adjust. The effect of the feature varies with the musiccontent. Setting the clock Press the CLOCKcontrol whilesimultaneou...

If you hold down the fast forward control until theend of the CD is reached, the display will show theend time of the last track and the sound will bemuted. When the fast forward control is released,the player will resume play at the beginning of thefirst track. AMS control The AMS (AutomaticMusic S...

Troubleshooting the CD player (if equipped) The laser beam used in the compact discplayer is harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to disassemble the case. If sound skips: • You may be traveling on a rough road, playingbadly scratched discs or the disc may be dirty.Skipping will not scratch the discs ...

Cleaning cassette player (if equipped) Clean the tape player head with a cassette cleaningcartridge after ten to twelve hours of play in orderto maintain the best sound and operation. Cassette and cassette player care • Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long orless. • Do not expose tapes to dir...

• Terrain. Hills, mountains and tall buildings between your vehicle’s antenna and the radiostation signal can cause FM reception problems.Static can be caused on AM stations by powerlines, electric fences, traffic lights andthunderstorms. Moving away from an interferingstructure (out of its “shadow”...

POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION 1. ACCESSORY, allowsthe electricalaccessories such as theradio to operate whilethe engine is notrunning. 2. LOCK, locks thesteering wheel,automatic transmission gearshift lever and allowskey removal. 3. OFF, shuts off the engine and all accessorieswithout locking the steeri...

SPEED CONTROL To turn speed control on • Press ON. Vehicle speed cannotbe controlled until thevehicle is traveling ator above 48 km/h(30 mph). Do not use the speed control in heavy trafficor on roads that are winding, slippery, or unpaved. Do not shift the gearshift lever into N(Neutral) with the sp...

If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehiclespeed may vary momentarily slower or faster thanthe set speed. This is normal. Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if itincreases above the set speed on a downhill. If yourvehicle speed is faster than the set speed whiledriving on a downhil...

POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED) Press and hold the rocker switches to open andclose windows. • Press the top portionof the rocker switchto close. • Press the bottomportion of the rockerswitch to open. Express down To make the driverwindow open fullywithout holding thewindow control, pressthe driver wind...

POWER DOOR LOCKS Press U to unlock alldoors and L to lock alldoors. POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED) To adjust your mirrors: 1. Select to adjust the left mirror or to adjust the right mirror. 2. Move the control inthe direction you wishto tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position to loc...

CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety ofconsole features. These include: • dual cupholders • auxiliary power point • coin holder slots (if equipped) • foglamp control (if equipped) • convertible top control (if equipped) Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hardobjects can injur...

Convertible (If equipped) Do not store articles behind rear seat. Articlesstored in the convertible top stowage compartmentmay break the rear glass window when the top islowered. Lowering the convertible top The convertible top can be lowered with the sidewindows either up or down. The convertible t...

6. Push the convertibletop switch on theconsole in front of thearmrest and hold untilthe top is completelystored. 7. Disengage theparking brake. Installation of the boot 1. Insert boot tongueinto groove located onrear seat. 2. Push boot forwarduntil rear attachmentengages undermolding. 3. Push forwa...

4. Tuck sideattachments undermolding. Repeat onother side of vehicle. 5. Push and pull frontof boot to ensuretongue is engaged intogroove. 6. Removal Raising the convertible top The convertible top will not operate unless theparking brake is engaged. Do not raise the top whilethe vehicle is moving b...

5. Open both top clamps before the top meets thewindshield header 6. Continue to use the top motor to raise the topuntil it has reached the fully closed position flush tothe header. 7. The two pins under the forward edge of the topshould seat themselves in the matching holes in theheader. 8. To fast...

Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’s authority tooperate the equipment. Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entrysystem is used to unlock the door(s) or sound thepersonal alarm. The system automaticall...

After doors lock/unlock, press any control on alltransmitters (up to four). With each control press ofthe transmitters, the door should cycle (lock/unlock)to confirm programming. When completed, turn theignition to OFF. The door locks should cycle(lock/unlock) one last time to confirm completion ofp...

SECURILOCK Y PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM The SecuriLock y passive anti-theft system provides an advanced level of vehicle theft protection. Yourvehicle’s engine can only be started with the twospecial SecuriLock y electronically coded keys provided with your vehicle. Each time you start yourvehicle, t...

Theft indicator The theft indicator on the instrument cluster willoperate as follows: • When the ignition is OFF, the theft indicator willflash briefly every 2 seconds to indicate theSecuriLock y system is protecting your vehicle. • When the ignition is turned to RUN or START, thetheft indicator wil...

Lift handle to moveseat forward orbackward. Pull lever up to adjustseatback. Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatbackwhen the vehicle is moving. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacksto avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. Always dr...

Press to raise or lowerthe front portion of theseat cushion. Press to raise or lowerthe rear portion of theseat cushion. Press the control tomove the seat forward,backward, up or down. Rear seat entry/exit Use the seatback release to fold the back of thefront seat forward for rear seat passenger ent...

To prevent the risk of injury, make surechildren sit where they can be properly restrained. Never let a passenger hold a child on his orher lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in acollision. All occupants of the vehicle, including thedriver, should alw...

When to use the automatic locking mode • When a tight lap/shoulder fit is desired. • Anytime a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position(if equipped). Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Seats for Children later in this chapter. How to use th...

Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to makesure they work properly and are not damaged.Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are nonicks, wears or cuts, replacing if necessary. Allsafety belt assemblies, including retractors, buckles,front seat belt buckle asse...

Do not put anything on or over the air bagmodule. Placing objects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to bepropelled by the air bag into your face and torsocausing serious injury. Do not attempt to service, repair, or modifythe Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System or its f...

there is the risk of death or serious injuries such asfractures, facial and eye injuries or internal injuries,particularly to occupants who are not properlyrestrained or are otherwise out of position at thetime of air bag deployment. Thus, it is extremelyimportant that occupants be properly restrain...

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one ormore of the following: • The readiness lightwill either flash orstay lit. • The readiness lightwill not illuminate immediately after ignition isturned on. • A series of five beeps will be heard. The tonepattern will repeat periodically until the pro...

Never let a passenger hold a child on his orher lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in acollision. Always follow the instructions and warnings thatcome with any infant or child restraint you mightuse. When possible, place children in the rear seat ofyo...

Installing child safety seats in combination lapand shoulder belt seating positions 1. Position the childsafety seat in a seatwith a combination lapand shoulder belt. An air bag can kill or injure a child in a childseat. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move seat all th...

PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE Engine starting is controlled by the ignition system.This system meets all Canadian Interference-CausingEquipment standard requirements regulating theimpulse electrical field strength of radio noise. When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressingthe accelerator ...

Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine’s idlerevolutions per minute (RPM). When the enginestarts, the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine.If the engine idle speed does not slow downautomatically, have the vehicle checked. Do notallow the vehicle to idle for more than ...

Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and colorless, carbon monoxide ispresent in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoidits dangerous effects. If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kindinside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect and fix your vehicle immediately. Do not drive ifyou sm...

BRAKES Your service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to thescheduled maintenance guide for scheduledmaintenance. Occasional brake noise is normal and often does notindicate a performance concern with the vehicle’sbrake system. In normal operation, automotive brakesystems may emit occasional or inter...

The ABS operates bydetecting the onset ofwheel lockup duringbrake applicationsand compensating forthis tendency. Thewheels are preventedfrom locking evenwhen the brakes are firmly applied. Theaccompanying illustration depicts the advantage ofan ABS equipped vehicle (on bottom) to a non-ABSequipped v...

stopping distance. Always leave enough roombetween your vehicle and the vehicle in front ofyou to stop. • We recommend that you familiarize yourself withthis braking technique. However, avoid taking anyunnecessary risks. Hydraulic brake booster system (Hydroboost) The Hydroboost system receives flui...

The parking brake is not recommended to stop amoving vehicle. However, if the normal brakes fail,the parking brake can be used to stop your vehiclein an emergency. Since the parking brake appliesonly the rear brakes, the vehicle’s stopping distancewill increase greatly and the handling of your vehic...

the fully electronic spark and fuel injection systems.This process is very sensitive to driving conditionsand very fast acting. The rear wheels “search” foroptimum traction several times a second andadjustments are made accordingly. The Traction Control y system will allow your vehicle to make bette...

If the power steering system breaks down (or if theengine is turned off), you can steer the vehiclemanually, but it takes more effort. If the steering wanders or pulls, the condition couldbe caused by any of the following: • underinflated tire(s) on any wheel(s) • high crown in center of road • high...

Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear. Do not rock the vehicle for more than a fewminutes. The transmission and tires may bedamaged or the engine may overheat. Always set the parking brake fully and makesure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn off the ignition whenever you leave yourv...

N (Neutral) With the gearshift in N(Neutral), the vehiclecan be started and isfree to roll. Hold thebrake pedal down whilein this gear. (Overdrive) The normal drivingposition for the bestfuel economy.Transmission operatesin gears one throughfour. (Overdrive) can be deactivated by pressingthe transmi...

MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION(IF EQUIPPED) Using the clutch Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission have astarter interlock that prevents cranking the engineunless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. When starting a vehicle with a manual transmission,you must: 1. Put gearshift in N(Neutral). 2...

Recommended shift speeds Do not downshift into 1 (first) when yourvehicle is moving faster then 24 km/h (15 mph).This will damage the clutch. Upshift and downshift according to the followingchart: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) Shift from: 1 - 2 18 km/h (11 mph) 2 - 3...

4. Turn the ignition keyto position 3 (OFF). Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it maymove unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully. Reverse You can shift into R (Reverse) only by moving thegearshift to the right of 5 (Fifth) gear before youshift into R (...

gearshift back into Neutral. Then, release theclutch pedal for a moment and repeat steps 2through 4. Removing key from ignition • Turn the ignition keyto position 3 (OFF). • Push the releaselever forward androtate the keytowards you andremove. TRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added...

• Payload : Combined maximum allowable weight of cargo, passengers and optional equipment. Thepayload equals the gross vehicle weight ratingminus base curb weight. • GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) : Base curb weight plus payload weight. The GVW is not a limit or aspecification. • GVWR (Gross Vehicle Wei...

• Trailer Weight Range : Specified weight range that the trailer must fall within that ranges fromzero to the maximum trailer weight rating. Remember to figure in the tongue load of yourloaded trailer when figuring the total weight. Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWRspecified on the Safety Complianc...

limitation could result in serious damage to thevehicle and/or personal injury. TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle is capable of towing a trailer up to454 kg (1 000 lbs.) gross trailer weight with amaximum tongue load of 45 kg (100 lbs.). Do nottow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven atleast 800 k...

Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-typebrakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted tothe manufacturer’s specifications. The trailer brakesmust meet local and Federal regulations. Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brakesystem directly to your vehicle’s brake syste...

Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehiclewill require more frequent service intervals. Refer toyour Scheduled Maintenance guide for moreinformation. Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing up in anarea before starting on a trip to get the feel ...

HAZARD FLASHER Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehiclebreakdown, approaching danger, etc. The hazardflashers can be operated when the ignition is off. • The hazard lightscontrol is located ontop of the steeringcolumn. • Depress hazard lightscontrol to activate allhazard flasherssimultane...

Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse Rating Mini Fuses Stan- dard Fuses Maxi Fuses Car- tridge Maxi Fuses Fuse Link Car- tridge 2A Grey Grey — — — 3A Violet Violet — — — 4A Pink Pink — — — 5A Tan Tan — — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — — 10A Red Red — — — 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Yellow Yellow Y...

Temporary spare tire information Your vehicle may have a temporary spare tire. Thetemporary spare tire for your vehicle is labeled assuch. It is smaller than a regular tire and is designedfor emergency use only. Replace this tire with afull-size tire as soon as possible. If you use the temporary spa...

Never use the reardifferential as ajacking point. To lessen therisk of personal injury, do not put anypart of your bodyunder the vehiclewhile changing a tire.Do not start theengine when yourvehicle is on the jack.The jack is onlymeant for changingthe tire. 6. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench....

12. If using a mini-spare tire, turn off the tractioncontrol switch. Anti-theft lug nuts (if equipped) If your vehicle isequipped with thisfeature, one of the lugnuts on each wheelmust be removed and replaced with a special key.The key and registration card are attached to the lugwrench and stored w...

JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode ifexposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicledamage. Do not push start your vehicle. You coulddamage the catalytic converter. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which canburn skin, eyes,...

Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) booster cable to thepositive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable tothe positive (+) term...

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-)cable to an exposed metal part of the stalledvehicle’s engine, away from the battery and thecarburetor. The preferred locations of an exposed metal part (to ground the circuit) are the alternator mounting brackets or an engine lifting eye. Do not use f...

Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse orderthat they were connected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-)connection of the booster vehicle’s battery. 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+)termi...

4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+)terminal of the disabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and thejumper cables removed, allow it to idle for severalminutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your ve...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the enginecompartment for easy location. • We provide a Scheduled Maintenance Guide whichmakes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, yourdealership can provide nec...

Working with the engine off • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift issecurely latched in P (Park). 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle frommoving unexpectedly. • Manual transmission: 1. Set the parking brake. 2. D...

OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle,pull the hood releasehandle located underthe bottom left cornerof the instrumentpanel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release theauxiliary latch that is located under the front centerof the hood. 3. Lift the hood and secure it with the prop rod. HOOD Mai...

2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes forthe oil to drain into the oil pan. 3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift issecurely latched in P (Park) (automatictransmissions) or 1 (First) (manual transmissions). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefu...

• If the oil level isbelow the MIN mark,add enough oil toraise the level withinthe MIN—MAXrange. • Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause enginedamage. Some oil must be removed from theengine by a service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fullyseated. Adding engine oil 1. Ch...

ENGINE COOLANT • 3.8L OHV V6 engine • 4.6L V8 engine Check the level of the engine coolant in thereservoir. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guidefor service interval schedules. Be sure to read andunderstand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter. If the engine coolant has not bee...

Adding engine coolant Do not put engine coolant in the containerfor the windshield washer fluid. Do not mix conventional green coolant, orangecoolant or recycled coolants together in yourvehicle. Use only the type of coolant that yourvehicle was originally equipped with. If you areunsure which type ...

Change your engine coolant according to theappropriate schedule listed in the ScheduledMaintenance Guide. Before adding engine coolant, check the color of thecoolant in your vehicle. For vehicles with green coolant, use Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid E2FZ-19549–AA (inCanada, Motorcraft CXC-8–B) o...

For vehicles with orange coolant, no recycling process has been approved at this time and use ofsuch coolant may harm engine and cooling systemcomponents. Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner. Follow your community’sregulations and standards for recycling and disposingof ...

If your vehicle isequipped with the3.8L V6 engine, check the power steeringfluid level with theengine at normaloperating temperature. 1. Start the engine andlet it run until itreaches normaloperating temperature(the engine coolanttemperature gaugeindicator will be nearthe center of thenormal area be...

If your vehicle isequipped with a 4.6LV8 engine, check the power steering fluidlevel with the engine atambient temperature.Allow at least one-halfhour after driving forthe power steeringfluid to cool. 1. Start the engine andallow the engine toidle. 2. Turn the steeringwheel left and rightseveral tim...

could result when the vehicle reaches normaloperating temperature. The transmission fluidshould be in this rangeif at normal operatingtemperature (66°C-77°C [150°F-170°F]). The transmission fluidshould be in this rangeif at ambienttemperature (10°C-35°C [50°F-95°F]). High fluid level Fluid levels ab...

An overfill condition of transmission fluid maycause shift and/or engagement concerns and/orpossible damage. Checking and adding manual transmission fluid 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the fillerplug and inspect thefluid level. 3. Fluid level should beat bottom of theopening. 4. Add enough flu...

BATTERY Your vehicle isequipped with aMotorcraftmaintenance-freebattery which normallydoes not requireadditional water duringits life of service. However, for severe usage or in high temperatureclimates, check the battery electrolyte level. Refer tothe Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the serviceinte...

Batteries normally produce explosive gaseswhich can cause personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substancesto come near the battery. When working near thebattery, always shield your face and protect youreyes. Always provide proper ventilation. When lifting a plastic-cased...

Changing the wiper blades To replace the wiper blades: 1. Pull the wiper armaway from thewindshield and lockinto the serviceposition. 2. Turn the blade at anangle from the wiperarm. Push the lock pinmanually to release theblade and pull thewiper blade downtoward the windshieldto remove it from the a...

Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades Band A represent higher levels of performance on thelaboratory test wheel than the minimum required bylaw. The temperature grade for this tire isestablished for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed,underinflation, or exces...

• 15 or 16 inch fourtire rotation • 17 inch four tirerotation Replacing the tires Replace the tires whenthe wear band isvisible through the tiretreads. Failure to follow these precautions mayadversely affect the handling of the vehicle and make it easier for the driver to lose controland roll over. ...

Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle’soriginal tires may also affect the accuracy of yourspeedometer. SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Driving too fast for conditions creates thepossibility of loss of vehicle control. Driving at very high speeds for extended periods of timemay result in damage to...

• The suspension insulation and bumpers will helpprevent vehicle damage. Do not remove thesecomponents from your vehicle when using snowtires and chains. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUTAUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure inan overfilled tank may cause...

• Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal ifswallowed. Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxicand if swallowed can cause death or permanentinjury. If fuel is swallowed, call a physicianimmediately, even if no symptoms are immediatelyapparent. The toxic effects of fuel may not bevisible for hours. • A...

2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/8of a turn until it stops. 3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe. 4. To install the cap, align the tabs on the cap withthe notches on the filler pipe. 5. Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/8 of a turn until itstops. If the “Service Engin...

“Premium” unleaded gasoline is not recommended(particularly in the United States) because it maycause these problems to become more pronounced.If the problems persist, see your dealer or a qualifiedservice technician. The American Automobile Manufacturers Association(AAMA) issued a fuel specificatio...

Filling the tank For consistent results: • Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium— high) each time the tank is filled. • Allow three automatic click-offs when filling. • Always use the recommended octane rating of aknown quality gasoline, preferably a nationalbrand. • Use the same side of t...

Driving style — good driving and fuel economyhabits Give consideration to the lists that follow and youmay be able to change a number of variables andimprove your fuel economy. Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10%savings in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will usually givet...

• Combine errands and minimize stop-and-godriving. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use onlyrecommended size. • Operating a vehicle with the wheels out ofalignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Refer to Lubricant Specifications . • Perform all regularly schedu...

EPA window sticker Every new vehicle should have the EPA windowsticker. Contact your dealer if the window sticker isnot supplied with your vehicle. The EPA windowsticker should be your guide for the fuel economycomparisons with other vehicles. It is important to note the box in the lower leftcorner ...

Replacing headlamp bulbs Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefullyand keep out of children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch theglass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulbto break the next time the headlamps areoperated. To remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Make sure...

To install the new bulb: 1. With the flat side ofthe new bulb’s plasticbase facing upward,insert the glass end ofthe bulb into the lampassembly. You mayneed to turn the bulb left or right to align thegrooves in the plastic base with the tabs in the lampassembly. When the grooves are aligned, push th...

5. Rotate the bulbsocket counterclockwiseabout 1 ⁄ 4 turn and remove from lampassembly. 6. Carefully pull thebulb straight out fromthe socket and push inthe new bulb. 7. To complete installation, follow the removalprocedure in reverse order. High-mount brakelamp bulbs 1. Open trunk. 2. Inside trunk,...

1. Rotate the foglampbulb counterclockwiseand remove fromfoglamp (the rear sideof the foglamp isshown). 2. Disconnect theelectrical connectorfrom the foglamp bulb. 3. Connect the electrical connector to the newfoglamp bulb. 4. Install the foglamp bulb in foglamp by rotatingclockwise. Replacing licen...

Map lamps For bulb replacement, see a qualified servicetechnician or your dealer. Using the right bulbs Function Trade Number Tail lamp, brakelamp, turn lamp 3157K Park lamp, turn lamp, sidemarker (front) 3157NAK Backup lamp 3156K License plate lamp 168 High-mount brakelamp 906 Headlamps 9007 Luggag...

Vertical aim adjustment 1. Park the vehicle ona level surfaceapproximately7.6 meters (25 feet)from a vertical wall orscreen directly in frontof it. 2. Measure the heightfrom the center of yourheadlamp to theground and mark an2.4 meters (8 foot)horizontal reference line on the vertical wall orscreen ...

Washing your vehicle Wash your vehicleregularly with cold orlukewarm water. Neveruse strong detergentsor soap. If your vehicleis particularly dirty, usea quality car washdetergent. Always use aclean sponge, washingglove or similar device and plenty of water for bestresults. To avoid spots, avoid was...

windshield as described in Cleaning the wiper blades and windshield. Repairing paint chips Minor scratches or paint damage from road debrismay be repaired with touch-up paint, repair foil oraerosol paint spray from the Ford accessory line.Observe the application instructions on theproducts. Remove p...

If the wiper still does not wipe properly, this couldbe caused by substances on the windshield such astree sap and some hot wax treatments used bycommercial car washes. Clean the outside of thewindshield with a non-abrasive cleanser such as thenon-abrasive Bon-Ami t powder. Rinse thoroughly with cle...

Do not use household cleaning products,alcohol solutions, solvents or cleaners intendedfor rubber, vinyl or plastics. Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts Clean the safety belts with a mild soap solutionrecommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets. Donot bleach or dye the belts, because these...

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 3.8L OHV V6engine 4.6L SOHC V8engine Air filter FA-1611 FA-1634 Fuel filter FG-800A FG-800A Battery BXT-59 BXT-59 Oil filter FL-400S FL-820S PCV valve EV-152 EV-98 Spark plugs* AWSF-42EE** AWSF-32PP*** * Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information(VECI) decal for...

REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford PartName Appli-cation Capacity Brake fluid High Per-formanceDOT 3MotorVehicleBrake Fluid All Fill to lineonreservoir Engine oil(includesfilterchange) Motorcraft5W30SuperPremiumMotor Oil All 4.7L(5.0 quarts) Enginecoolant 1 Seefootnote 3.8L OHVV6 engine 11.2L (11.8quarts)...

Fluid Ford PartName Appli-cation Capacity Fuel tank N/A All 58.7L (15.5gallons) Trans-missionfluid MotorcraftMER-CON t V ATF Automaticwith 3.8LOHV V6engine 13.1L (13.9quarts) Automaticwith 4.6LSOHC V8engine 12.0L (12.8quarts) MotorcraftMERCON t ATF Manualwith 3.8LOHV V6engine 2.6L(5.6 pints) Manualw...

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford partname Ford partnumber Ford speci-fication Brake fluid High Per- formanceDOT 3MotorVehicleBrake Fluid C6AZ-19542-AB ESA-M6C25-Aand DOT 3 Doorweather-strips SiliconeLubricant F7AZ-19G208-BAand F5AZ-19553-AA ESR-M13P4-A Door latch,hood latch,auxiliaryhood latch,doo...

Item Ford partname Ford partnumber Ford speci-fication Lockcylinders PenetratingLubricant E8AZ-19501-B none Powersteeringfluid andconvertibletop fluid(ifequipped) MotorcraftMER-CON t V ATF XT-5-QM MERCON t V Rear axlelubricant MotorcraftSAE 80W90PremiumRear AxleLubricant 1 XY-80W90-QL WSP-M2C197-A A...

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that yourvehicle has a defectthat could cause acrash, or could causeinjury or death, youshould immediatelyinform the NationalHighway Traffic SafetyAdministration(NHTSA) in addition to notifying Ford MotorCompany. If NHTSA receives similar complaint...

Air bag supplementalrestraint system ........ 71 and childsafety seats ............. 73description .............. 72disposal .................... 76indicator light ......... 75passenger air bag ... 74 Automatic transmission driving an automaticoverdrive .. 94,95,96,97 Axle refill capacities ...... 1...

Item Information Recommended fuel Unleaded fuel only -87 octane Fuel tank capacity 58.7L (15.5 gallons) Engine oil capacity(includes filter change) 4.7L (5.0 quarts). UseMotorcraft 5W30 SuperPremium Motor Oil,Ford specificationWSS-M2C153-G Tire size and pressure See label on inside ofglove box door....