Ford 2002 Taurus v.2- User Manual

This Owner’s Guide describes every option and model variantavailable and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it maydescribe options before they are generally available. Remember to pass on the Owner’s Guide when reselling ...

Protecting the environment We must all play our part inprotecting the environment. Correctvehicle usage and the authorizeddisposal of waste cleaning andlubrication materials are significantsteps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in thisguide with the tree symbol. BREAKING-...

Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols. By operating other electronic equipment (e.g. mobile telephonewithout exterior aerial) electromagnetic fields can occur which can cause malfunctions of the vehicle electronics. Therefore you sho...

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat InstallationWarning Child Seat TetherAnchorage Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -Non-Petroleum Based Tr...

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make ...

followed by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service isrequired. If the light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. NOTE: The light will illuminate if vehicle refueling is conducted with the engine running. Never refuel vehicle with the engine r...

Brake system warning To confirm the brake systemwarning light is functional, it willmomentarily illuminate when theignition is turned to the ON position(alternatively for some vehicleswhen the ignition is moved from the ON position to START position, thelight will momentarily illuminate prior to rea...

Air bag readiness Illuminates to confirm that the airbags (front or side) are operational.If the light fails to illuminate,continues to flash or remains on,have the system serviced immediately. Charging system Illuminates when the battery is notcharging properly. Engine oil pressure Illuminates when...

Low fuel Illuminates when the fuel level inthe fuel tank is at, or near, empty(refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter for more information). Speed control (if equipped) Illuminates when the speed controlis activated. Check transaxle Illuminates when a transaxleproblem has been detected andshifting may ...

Anti-theft system (if equipped) Refer to Perimeter alarm system (if equipped) and SecuriLock y passive anti-theft system in the Locks and Security chapter. Safety belt warning chime Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts. BeltMinder chime Sounds intermittently to remind you to fasten your ...

GAUGES Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of theengine coolant. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle remainswithin the normal area (the areabetween the “H” and “C”). If itenters the red section, the engine isoverheating. Stop the vehicle assoon as safely possible, switc...

Fuel gauge Displays approximately how muchfuel is in the fuel tank. The fuelgauge may vary slightly when thevehicle is in motion or on a grade. When refueling the vehicle fromempty indication, the amount of fuelthat can be added will be less thanthe advertised capacity due to thereserve fuel. Speedo...

AM/FM STEREO Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audiosystem on or off. Turn control to raise or lowervolume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off,the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when theignition switch is turned back on...

volume level, turn the audio system off with the power control beforeswitching off the ignition. Bass/treble adjust • The bass adjust control allowsyou to increase or decrease theaudio system’s bass output. • The treble adjust control allowsyou to increase or decrease theaudio system’s treble output...

AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works inradio mode. Press the AM or FMcontrol to enter radio mode. AM/FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press thecontrol to switch between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations. Pressing the AM or FM controls whe...

To set the minute, press and holdthe minute (M) control. When thedesired minute appears, release thecontrol. Your vehicle is equipped with a special feature that allows you to accessclock mode when the vehicle is not running. Press the H or M control toengage the clock at this time. Tune adjust The ...

MACH T AUDIO SYSTEM WITH AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audiosystem on or off. Turn control to raise or lowervolume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off,the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when th...

• Press to seek forward to the next track of the current disc. After the last track has been completed, the first track of the current discwill automatically replay. Scan function The scan function works in radio,tape or CD mode. Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sam...

AM/FM select in CD mode Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play. You can switch from CD play to tape play by simply inserting a tape intothe cassette deck. Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls. Thesecontrols can be used to select u...

Tune disc adjust The tune control works in radio orCD mode. Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold the control to movethrough the frequencies quickly. • Press to move to the next frequency up the band...

AUDIO SYSTEM WITH AM/FM STEREO/SINGLE CD PLAYER Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audiosystem on or off. Turn control to raise or lowervolume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off,the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when t...

• Press to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement. Tune adjust for CD mode • Press the to select the previous disc in the CD changer. (Play will begin on the first track of the disc unless the CD changer is in shufflemod...

2. Press to eject the magazine. 3. Turn the magazine (A) over. 4. Using the disc holder releaseknob (C), pull the disc holder (B)out of the magazine. If you pull too hard on the disc holder, the disc holder may comecompletely out of the magazine. If this happens, reinsert the disc holderback into th...

5. Line up the CD with the grooveof the disc holder. Ensure that thelabel on the CD faces downwards. 6. Press in on the disc holder until itlocks securely into the magazine. Ifthe disc holders are not fully lockedinto the magazine, the unit will notoperate. Ensure that the disc holder isevenly inser...

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulatedin the vehicle. Temperature control knob Controls the temperature of theairflow inside the vehicle. Mode Selector Control Controls the direction of the airflowto the inside of the vehicle. ...

• (Defrost) – Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield.If the temperature is about 4°C (39°F) or higher, the air conditionerwill automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging. Operating tips • In humid weather conditi...

Turning the EATC on Press AUTO, any of the override controls or the fan speed control. TheEATC will only operate when the vehicle is running. Turning the EATC system off Press OFF. The outside temperaturefunction will continue to operateuntil the ignition is turned off. Automatic operation Press AUT...

If unusual conditions exist (i.e.-window fogging, etc.), the manualoverride controls allow you to select airflow locations and the fan controlallows you to adjust fan speed as necessary. Temperature selection The display window indicates theselected temperature, function(AUTO or one of the overridec...

Temperature conversion Press MAX A/C and F at the same time (until the display changes) to switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius. Fan speed ( ) When AUTO is pressed, fan speed isadjusted automatically for existingconditions. You can override fanspeed at any time. To control fanspeed manually, press ...

Manual override controls The override controls are located at the bottom of the EATC and allowyou to determine where airflow is directed. To return to full automaticcontrol, press AUTO. The air conditioning compressor can operate in all modes except . It will also operate only when required when AUT...

• (Floor)-Distributes outside air through the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. The air willbe heated or cooled based on temperature selection. • (Panel and floor) -Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts. Hea...

Operating tips • In humid weather conditions, place the climate control system inF before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield. Once the windshield has been cleared, operate the climate controlsystem as desired. • To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in cold weathercondition...

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear defroster control is locatedon the instrument panel. Press the rear defroster control toclear the rear window of thin iceand fog. • A small LED will illuminate whenthe rear defroster is activated. The ignition must be in the ON position to operate the rear windowdefros...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to thefirst position to turn on the parkinglamps. Rotate to the second positionto turn on the headlamps. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights normallycontrolled by the he...

High beams • Push forward past detent toactivate. • Pull toward you past detent todeactivate. Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate. PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel during headlampand parklamp operation. • Rotate up to br...

Vertical aim adjustment 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface approximately 7.6 meters (25 feet)from a vertical wall or screen directly in front of it. • (A) Eight feet • (B) Center height of lamp to ground • (C) Twenty five feet • (D) Horizontal reference line 2. Measure the height of the headlamp...

Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Make sure headlamp switch is inOFF position. 2. Remove the bolt from theheadlamp housing. 3. At the back of the headlamp, pryup and remove the two retainer pinsto release the headlamp assemblyfrom the vehicle and pull headlampforward. 4. Remov...

5. Disconnect the electricalconnector from the bulb by pullingrearward. 6. Remove the bulb retaining ring byrotating it counterclockwise. 7. Remove the old bulb from thelamp assembly by pulling it straightout of the lamp assembly. To install the new bulb: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and...

2. Install the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base and lock the ringby rotating clockwise until it snaps into place. 3. Connect the electrical connector to the bulb. 4. Install the protective dust shield and lock the shield by rotating itclockwise until it locks into position. 5. Carefully pos...

5. Carefully pull bulb straight out ofthe socket and push in the newbulb. 6. Install the bulb socket into thelamp assembly by rotating itclockwise. 7. Carefully position the headlampassembly onto the vehicle. 8. Hold the headlamp assemblysnugly against the vehicle and installthe retainer pins straig...

Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs — Wagon only 1. Open liftgate. 2. Remove two screw covers, screwsand handle from liftgate. 3. Remove two screws and the lowertrim panel from the liftgate. 4. Remove the upper trim panel. 5. Remove the rubber plug from thelower access hole in the upperportion of t...

7. Carefully lift the lamp assemblyaway from the liftgate. 8. Remove the bulb socket byrotating it counterclockwise andpulling it out from the lampassembly. 9. Carefully pull the bulb straightout of the socket and push in thenew bulb. 10. To complete installation, followthe removal procedure in reve...

3. On the underside of the spoiler,remove the two decorative screwcovers (on the LED module). 4. Remove the two screws that areholding the LED module in place. 5. Remove the wiring harnessgrommet and disengage theelectrical connector. 6. Replace the LED module. 7. To complete installation, followthe...

WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS Rotate the windshield wiper controlto the desired interval, low or highspeed position. The bars of varying length are forintermittent wipers. When in thisposition rotate the control upwardfor fast intervals and downward forslow intervals. Push the control on the end ...

Press the washer control to activatethe rear washer. The wiper willcome on when the washer control ispressed, if it is not already on. Windshield wiper blades Check the wiper blades for wear at least twice a year or when they seemless effective. Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatment...

Rear window wiper blades Refer to Windshield wiper blades in this section for more information on rear wiper blades. TILT STEERING Pull the tilt steering control towardyou to move the steering wheel upor down. Hold the control whileadjusting the wheel to the desiredposition, then release the control...

AUXILIARY POWER POINT Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hangany type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug.Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not coveredby your warranty. The auxiliary power point is located on the instrument panel below thecigarett...

MIRRORS Automatic dimming inside rear view mirror (if equipped) Your vehicle is equipped with aninside rear view mirror which has anauto-dimming function. Theelectronic day/night mirror willchange from the normal state to thenon-glare state when bright lights(glare) reach the mirror. When the mirror...

Compass zone adjustment 1. Determine which compass zoneyou are in by referring to the zonemap. 2. With the compass display turnedon, press and hold the COMP side ofthe control for no more than fiveseconds until the zone selectionnumber appears in the mirrordisplay window. If a “C” appears, see Compa...

2. Press and hold the COMP side ofthe control for approximately sixseconds until “C” appears in themirror display. 3. Drive the vehicle slowly (lessthan 5 km/h [3 mph]) in circles oron your everyday routine until thedisplay reads a direction. 4. The compass is now calibrated. Power side view mirrors...

Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors are heatedautomatically to remove ice, mistand fog when the rear windowdefrost is activated. Do not remove ice from the mirrorswith a scraper or attempt toreadjust the mirror glass if it isfrozen in place. These actions couldcause damage to the glass...

SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) To turn speed control on • Press ON. Vehicle speed cannot be controlleduntil the vehicle is traveling at orabove 48 km/h (30 mph). Do not shift the gearshift leverinto N (Neutral) with the speedcontrol on. Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads thatare ...

To set a lower set speed • Press and hold CST −. Releasethe control when the desiredspeed is reached or • Press and release CST − tooperate the Tap-Down function.Each press will decrease the setspeed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or • Depress the brake pedal. Whenthe desired vehicle speed isreached, press SET...

Indicator light This light comes on when either theSET or RES controls are pressed. Itturns off when the speed controlOFF control is pressed, the brake is applied or the ignition is turned tothe OFF position. MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) Push up on the control to raise themoon roof to the vent position. ...

The center console has similar features as the full console. To open thestorage compartment, raise the armrest and pull the strap on the seat upand toward the front of the vehicle. The rear seat area is provided withdual cupholders. CELL PHONE WARNING Use of cell phones and other devices by driver: ...

You will need a pocket adapter thatis compatible with your cellphone.The adapter will plug into thecenter console. To order your phone specific PocketAdapter Kit, which includes thepocket adapter, Owner’s manual andAudio Guide, call 1(888) 801–2355or visit Cellport at www.cellport.com/pockets. Distr...

To install the shade: 1. Fasten the cover into themounting brackets (make sure thecover is right side up). 2. Pull the end of the shade towardyou and hook the sides into thenotches (right side first) in the reartrim panels. To reduce the risk ofinjuries, the fasteners for cargo area cover must be pr...

2. Wrap the vinyl around the rollertube twice. Tuck the edges of thevinyl inside the end cap with eachwrap. 3. Fold the edges of the vinyltowards the center, making surethat the edges clear the end capslots. Use tape or a rubber band tohold the vinyl to the left side of thetube. 4. Push in the right...

LUGGAGE RACK (IF EQUIPPED) The rear cross-bar can be adjusted to fit the item being carried. Thefront cross-bar does not move. Do not load more than 44 kg (100 lbs.)on the luggage rack. To adjust cross-bar position: 1. Loosen the thumbwheel at bothends of the cross-bar. 2. Slide the cross-bar to the...

KEYS The key operates all locks on yourvehicle. In case of loss, replacementkeys are available from your dealer. You should always carry a secondkey with you in a safe place in caseyou require it in an emergency. Refer to SecuriLock y Passive Anti-Theft System for more information. POWER DOOR LOCKS ...

INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartmentrelease handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults inthe event they become locked inside the luggage compartment. Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the oper...

On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior canrise very quickly. Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or seriousheat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small children areparticularly at risk. REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF ...

Programming remote transmitters It is necessary to have all (maximum of four — original and/or new) of your remote transmitters available prior to beginning this procedure. To program the transmitters yourself: • Place the key in the ignition andturn from 2 (LOCK) to 3 (OFF)and cycle between 3 (OFF)...

Perimeter lamps illuminated entry The exterior lamps illuminate when the vehicle is unlocked by theremote entry transmitter. Vehicles equipped with auto lamps, the puddle,head, park, and tail lamps illuminate. Vehicles not equipped with autolamp, only the puddle, park and tail lamps illuminate. The ...

Your vehicle has a factory-set 5–digit code that operates the keylessentry system. You can also program your own 5–digit personal entrycode. The factory-set code is located: • on the owner’s wallet card in the glove compartment • on the inner side of the passenger compartment fuse box • or at your d...

If you wish to erase your personal code, use the following instructions: Erasing personal code 1. Enter the factory-set code. 2. Press 1/2 within five seconds ofstep 1 and release. 3. Press the 1/2 control and hold for2 seconds to erase the customerprogrammed keycode, within fiveseconds of step 2. T...

Autolock (if equipped) The autolock feature will lock all of the vehicle doors when: • all doors are closed • the engine is running and • you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion The autolock feature repeats when: • any door, except the drivers door, is opened then closed while theengin...

Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediatelyafter switching the ignition to the 3(OFF) position. The THEFT light in the instrument cluster will flashevery two seconds when the vehicleis armed. Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 4 (ON) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle...

Certain items may cause vehiclestarting issues: • large metallic objects • electronic devices on the keychain that can be used topurchase gasoline or similar items • a second key on the same keyring as the coded key If any of these items are present,you need to keep these objects fromtouching the co...

PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The perimeter anti-theft system will help prevent your vehicle fromunauthorized entry. If there is any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle,ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are brought to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting. Arming t...

When you press the lock controltwice within three seconds on yourremote entry transmitter, the hornwill chirp once to let you know thatall doors/hood and liftgate (wagon)are closed. If the doors/hood or liftgate (wagon) are not closed and you press theremote entry transmitter twice to confirm the do...

• Press the PANIC control on theremote entry transmitter. Thiswill only shut the horn OFF whenthe alarm is sounding. The alarmsystem will still be armed. Triggering the anti-theft system The armed system will be triggered if: • Any door, liftgate or hood is opened without using the door key or there...

SEATING Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle’s seats are equipped with head restraints which arevertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints is to help limithead motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your headrestraints, lift the head restraint so that it is l...

Adjusting the front manual seat Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk ofinjuring people in a collision or sudden stop. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across t...

Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuringpeople in a collision or sudden stop. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across t...

REAR SEATS 2nd seat/split-folding rear seat (if equipped) One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down to provide additionalcargo space. To lower the seatback(s) frominside the vehicle, pull tab to releaseseat back and then fold seatbackdown. When raising the seatback(s), make sure you hear the sea...

SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System The Personal Safety System provides an improved overall level of frontalcrash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help furtherreduce the risk of air bag-related injuries. The system is able to analyzedifferent occupant conditions and crash s...

Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational The Personal Safety System uses a warning light in the instrumentcluster or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of the system. Referto the Warning Light section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the Personal Safety...

It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside oroutside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people toride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats andsafety belts. Be sure everyone i...

2. To unfasten, push the releasebutton and remove the tongue fromthe buckle. The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle arecombination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger and rear seatoutboard safety belts have two types of locking modes described below: Energy management r...

When to use the automatic locking mode • Any time a child safety seat is installed in the vehicle. Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seatwhenever possible. Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. How to use t...

How to disengage the automatic locking mode Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assembliesand attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified technician after any collision. Safety belt assemblies not in use during acollision should also be inspected and replaced if either damag...

Lap belts Adjusting the center lap belt The lap belt does not adjust automatically. The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around thehips, not across the waist. Insert the tongue into the correctbuckle (the buckle closest to thedirection the tongue is comingfrom). To lengthen the belt...

The purpose of the BeltMinder is to remind occasional wearers to wearsafety belts all of the time. The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts:(All statistics based on U.S. data) Reasons given... Consider... “Crashes are rareevents” 36 700 crashes occur every day. The mor...

Reasons given... Consider... “I have an air bag” Air bags offer greater protection when usedwith safety belts. Frontal airbags are notdesigned to inflate in rear and side crashes orrollovers. “I’d rather be thrownclear” Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 times more likely to DIE. Safety ...

To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate the BeltMinder feature while driving the vehicle. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOTSTART THE ENGINE) 2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 1–2minutes) • Steps 3–5 must be completed...

Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safetybelt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing onthe label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is tooshort for you when fully extended. Do not use extensions to change the fit of the s...

AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic modulewhich records information about the air bag and sensor systems. In theevent of a collision this module may save information related to thecollision including information about the air bag system ...

The air bag supplemental restraints are an intergral part of the PersonalSafety System. They are designed to be deployed in cases where thePersonal Safety System has determined the occupant conditions andcrash severity are appropriate to activate these devices. Refer to the Personal Safety System se...

• Recline the seat slightly (one or two degrees) from the uprightposition. Do not put anything on or over the air bag module. Placingobjects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causingserious injury. Do not attempt to ...

Children and air bags For additional important safetyinformation, read all information onsafety restraints in this guide. Children must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rearseating positions than in the frontseating posit...

How do the air bag supplemental restraints work? The air bags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After air bagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burnt propellant. This mayconsist of cornstarch, talcumpowder (to lubricate the bag) orsodium compounds (...

How does the side air bag system work? The side air bag system consists ofthe following: • An inflatable nylon bag (air bag)with a gas generator concealedbehind the outboard bolster ofthe driver and front passengerseatbacks. • A special seat cover designed toallow airbag deployment. • The same warni...

Several air bag systemcomponents get hot after inflation. Do not touch them afterinflation. If the side air bag hasdeployed, the air bag will not function again. The sideair bag system (including theseat) must be inspected andserviced by a qualifiedtechnician in accordance withthe vehicle service ma...

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while thevehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant orchild restraint you might use. When possible, always place children under age 12...

SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of thechild. Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions with thesafety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use thesafety seat properly, the ...

• Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode. Refer to Automatic locking mode. Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tetherstrap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capableof providing a tether anchorage. For more information on top tetherstraps...

Installing child safety seats in the lap belt seating positions 1. Lengthen the lap belt. To lengthen the belt, hold the tongue so that itsbottom is perpendicular to the direction of webbing while sliding thetongue up the webbing. 2. Place the child safety seat in the center seating position. 3. Rou...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. 2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel,automatic transmission gearshiftlever and allows key removal. 3. OFF, shuts off the engine withoutlocking the steering wheel...

Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosedareas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions. If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealerinspe...

Starting the engine Note: Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. 1. Turn the key to 5 (START)without pressing the acceleratorpedal and release as soon as theengine starts. The key will return to4 (ON). 2. If the tem...

option and can also be obtained from your Ford dealer. Consult theengine block heater section for proper use of the engine block heater. If you should experience cold weather starting problems on (E d 85) ethanol, and neither an alternative brand of (E d 85) ethanol nor an engine block heater is ava...

may be worn-out and should be inspected by a qualified servicetechnician. If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear.Do not apply your brakes continuously, as they may overheat and become less effective. Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (if equipped) On vehicles equipped with an...

• The anti-lock system does not reduce stopping distance. Always leaveenough room between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you tostop. • We recommend that you familiarize yourself with this brakingtechnique. However, avoid taking any unnecessary risks. ABS warning lamp ABS The ABS warning la...

The BRAKE warning lamp in theinstrument cluster illuminates andremains illuminated (when theignition is turned ON) until theparking brake is released. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that thegearshift is securely latched in P (Park). The parking brake is not recommended to stop a mo...

STEERING Your vehicle is equipped with power steering. Power steering uses energyfrom the engine to decrease the driver’s effort in steering the vehicle. To prevent damage to the power steering pump: • Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme leftfor more than a few seconds ...

Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelampsare working. If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, it may be rocked out byshifting from forward and reverse gears while stopping between shifts, ina steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear. Ifnecessary, try turn...

Your automatic overdrive transaxleprovides fully automatic operation ineither (Overdrive) or D (Drive). Driving with the shift selector in(Overdrive) gives the best fueleconomy for normal drivingconditions. For manual control startin 1 (First) and then shift manually. If your vehicle is equipped wit...

Understanding gearshift positions P (Park) Always come to a complete stopbefore shifting into P (Park). Makesure the gearshift lever is securelylatched in P (Park). This locks thetransaxle and prevent the frontwheels from rotating. Always set the parkingbrake fully and make sure the gearshift is lat...

When parking, do not use the gearshift in place of the parkingbrake. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in Park (P). Turn off the ignitionwhenever you leave your vehicle. Never leave your vehicle unattendedwhile it is running. If you do not take t...

Always ensure that the weight of occupants, cargo and equipment beingcarried is within the weight limitations that have been established foryour vehicle including both gross vehicle weight and front and rear grossaxle weight rating limits. Under no circumstance should these limitationsbe exceeded. E...

3.0L 4-Valve Duratec Engine Model Passenger Load -#/kg (lbs.) Luggage Load -kg (lbs.) Max Trailer Wt.-kg (lbs.) Sedan 5/340 (750) 0 590 (1 300) 2/135 (300) 70 (150) 725 (1 600) 2/135 (300) 0 795 (1 750) Wagon 5/340 (750) 70 (150) 455 (1 000) 2/135 (300) 70 (150) 660 (1 450) 2/135 (300) 0 725 (1 600)...

Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes aresafe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’sspecifications. The trailer brakes must meet local and Federalregulations. Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system directly to yourvehicle’s bra...

• Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached. • If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear. Donot apply the brakes continuously, as they may overheat and becomeless effective. • The trailer tongue weight should be 10–15% of the loaded trailerweight. • After you...

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. Thisprogram is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The serviceis available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the New Vehicle Limited...

FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in thevehicle are not working, a fuse mayhave blown. Blown fuses areidentified by a broken wire withinthe fuse. Check the appropriatefuses before replacing any electricalcomponents. Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage r...

Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel bythe brake pedal. Remove the panel cover to access the fuses. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panelcover. The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/relay location Fuse am...

To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover tothe Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and specifications chapter. The high-current ...

If you use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not followthese precautions, the tire could fail, causing you to lose control of the vehicle, possibly injuring yourself or others. When driving with the temporary spare tire do not: • use more than one temporary spare tire at a time • exceed 80...

3. If equipped with a wheel coverthat’s bolted on, loosen the fiveplastic nuts with the lug nutwrench. 4. Remove the center ornament or wheel cover from the wheel with thetapered end of the wheel lug nut wrench that came with your vehicle.Insert and twist the handle, then pry against the wheel. 5. L...

10. Remove the jack and fullytighten the lug nuts in the ordershown. 11. Return the flat tire, jack and lugwrench to their proper storagelocations. Make sure the jack isfastened so it does not rattle whenyou drive. 12. Unblock the wheels. JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can e...

Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, thetransmission must relearn its adaptive strategy. As a result of this, thetransmission may shift firmly. This operation is considered normal andwill not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over ti...

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable. Make theconnection to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, awayfrom the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. Do not connect t...

Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of thebooster vehicle’s battery. + – + – + – + – Roadside Emergencies 178

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of thedisabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cablesremoved, allow it to idle for several minutes so the...

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance center.It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbedequipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has notapproved a s...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada have authorized dealerships toservice your vehicle. It is preferred that you return to the Ford dealerwhere your vehicle was purchased when warranty repairs are needed.However, you may also take your vehicle to another Ford ...

In some states (in the U.S.) you must directly notify Ford in writingbefore pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is alsoallowed a final repair attempt in some states. In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to theDispute Settlement Board before taking action un...

THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY) The Dispute Settlement Board is: • an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes • available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Companyvehicles The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. FordMotor...

Board membership The Board consists of: • three consumer representatives • a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representative Consumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained byan independent consulting firm. The dealership Board member is chosenfrom Ford and Lincoln Mercury deale...

You will receive a letter of explanation if your application does notqualify for Board review. Oral presentations If you would like to make an oral presentation, indicate YES to question6 on the application. While it is your right to make an oral presentationbefore the Board, this is not a requireme...

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY) In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford andthe dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have beenunsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third partymediation/arbitration program...

If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living inCentral or South America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact thenearest Ford dealership. If the dealership cannot help you, write or call: FORD MOTOR COMPANYWORLDWIDE DIRECT MARKET OPERATIONS1555 Fairlane DriveFairlane Busi...

WASHING THE EXTERIOR OF YOUR VEHICLE Never wash a vehicle that is “hot tothe touch” or during exposure tostrong, direct sunlight. It isrecommended that you wash yourvehicle regularly with cool orlukewarm water and a neutral Phshampoo, such as Detail Wash(ZC-3–A), which is available fromyour authoriz...

REPAIRING PAINT CHIPS Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tarspots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips. Minor scratches or paint damage from road debris may be repaired usingthe Ultra Touch Prep and Finishing Kit (F7AZ-19K507–BA), which isav...

• 3.0L Duratec engine • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunning engine may cause internal damage. WASHING NON-PAINTED PLASTIC EXTERIOR PARTS Use Detail Wash (ZC-3–A) for routine cleaning. If tar or grease spots are present, clean with Extra Strength Tar andRoad Oil Re...

CLEANING THE WINDSHIELD, WIPER BLADES AND REARWINDOW If the wiper does not wipe properly, substances on the windshield, rearwindow or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may include hotwax treatments used by commercial car washes, tree sap, or otherorganic contamination. Do not clean the windsh...

Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions,solvents or cleaners intended for rubber, vinyl and plastics, oroil/petroleum-based leather conditioners. These products maycause premature wearing of the clear, protective coating. CLEANING THE INSIDE WINDOWS Use Ultra Clear Spray Glass Clea...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation. • We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes trackingroutine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can providethe...

Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom of the instrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle andrelease the auxiliary latch located ...

3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine 1. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Air filter assembly 4. Battery 5. Engine oil dipstick 6. Engine oil filler cap 7. Engine coolant reservoir 8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 9. Power steering fluid reservoir Maintenance and Specifica...

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Washer fluid Check the washer fluid wheneveryou stop for fuel. The reservoir ishighlighted with a symbol. If the level is low, add enough fluidto fill the reservoir. In very coldweather, do not fill the reservoir allthe way. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specificati...

Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate (if equipped) The opening for the reservoir islocated on the passenger side underthe tail lamp. Refill this reservoirwith the same fluid you use for yourwindshield. ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the a...

5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil indicator (dipstick). 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is between the add 1QT and FULL marks or between the MIN and MAX marks (depending on application), the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ...

Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. 2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certifiedengine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler capand use a funnel to pour the engine oil...

Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed foradded engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is usedthat does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-upengine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate ...

Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can causepersonal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery,always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide properventilation. When lifting a plastic-case...

7. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process. • The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more torelearn the idle and fuel trim strategy. • If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idlequality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idletrim is ...

• Enables calibrated gauges to work properly. When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the “cold fill level” or within the “coldfill range” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending uponapplication). • Refer to the Sc...

• Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant. These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the enginecoolant. • Do not mix with recycled coolant unless from a Ford-approvedrecycling process (see Use of Recycled engine coolant section). For vehicles with overflow coola...

necessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant anddistilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level. If you have to add more than 1.0 liter (1.0 quart) of engine coolant permonth, have your dealer check the engine cooling system. Your coolingsystem may have a leak. Operating...

• Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure thecoolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequatefreeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in thewinter months. If you drive in extremely hot climates: • It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentrationabo...

Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused ormishandled. Fuel ethanol and gasoline may contain benzene, which is acancer-causing agent. Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materialsand any open flames beforefueling your vehicle....

When refueling always shut the engine off and never allowsparks or open flames near the filler neck. Never smoke while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions.Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce st...

more pronounced. If the problems persist, see your dealer or a qualifiedservice technician. FFV engine (if equipped) Your FFV will operate well on ordinary “Regular” unleaded gasoline, butonly the highest quality fuel ethanol will provide the same level ofprotection and performance. To identify if y...

• Allow no more than 2 automatic click-offs when filling. • Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating. • Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand. • Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing thesame direction each time you fill up. • Have the vehicle lo...

• Idling for long periods of time (greater than one minute) may wastefuel. • Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop. • Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy. • Slow down gradually. • Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at 88 km/h [55 mph] uses 15%less fue...

• Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bugdeflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) mayreduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. • Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first12–16 km (8–10 miles)...

minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary asdescribed below: • First, at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway. • Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go, city-type traffic withat least four idle periods. Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hou...

4. Check the fluid level in thereservoir. It should be between theMIN and MAX lines. Do not addfluid if the level is within this range. Note: The 3.0L V6 Vulcan engine may have a different type powersteering fluid reservoir that uses adipstick to check fluid level. Withthis application, the fluid sh...

2. Visually inspect the fluid level. 3. If necessary, add brake fluid froma clean un-opened container untilthe level reaches MAX. Do not fillabove this line. 4. Use only a DOT 3 brake fluidcertified to meet Ford specification ESA-M6C25–A. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. Brake flui...

2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake. 3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal,start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gearranges. Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage. 4. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park)...

Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type offluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the Lubricant specifications section in this chapter. Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may causeinterna...

SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure • Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. • Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle has beenparked for at least one hour or has been driven less than 5 km(3 miles). • Adjust tire pressure to recommended specifications found on theCe...

Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wearband is visible through the tiretreads. When replacing full size tires, never mix radial bias-belted, orbias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the Certification or Tire Label. Make sure that all tires are the same size,speed rat...

3 If a spark plug is to be removed for inspection, it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder. If a spark plug needs to be replaced, use only sparkplugs with the service part number suffix letter as shown on the enginedecal. REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Brake fluid Mot...

Items Ford PartName orequivalent Ford PartNumber FordSpecification Lock cylinders Penetrating andLock Lubricant Motorcraft XL-1 none Automatictransaxle (AX4Sand 4F50N 1 ) MotorcraftMERCON t V ATF XT-5-QM MERCON t V Engine oil MotorcraftSAE 5W-20Super PremiumMotor Oil XO-5W20-QSP WSS-M2C153-Hand APIC...

Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number isattached to a metal tag and islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel. (Please note thatin the graphic XXXX isrepresentative of your vehicleidentification number.) 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake type and gross vehiclewei...

FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford, Lincoln Mercury or Ford ofCanada dealer. These quality accessories have been specificallyengineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom desig...

A ABS (see Brakes) .....................146 Accessory delay ..........................71 Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ........................123–124, 128 and child safety seats ............126description ......................124, 128disposal ....................................130driver ai...

traction control active ..............13turn signal indicator .................14 Load limits .................................156 GAWR ......................................156GVWR ......................................156trailer towing ..........................156 Locks autolock ....................

W Warning chimes ...................15, 148 Warning lights (see Lights) .......10 Washer fluid ..............................203 Water, Driving through .............156 Windows power .........................................70rear wiper/washer .....................67 Windshield washer fluid andwiper...