Ford 2002 Taurus v.4- User Manual

Fuel pump shut-off switch In the event of an accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g.collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside emerge...

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no particular guidelines for breaking-in your vehicle. Duringthe first 1,600 km (1,000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This isrecommended to give the moving parts a chance to break in. SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty in...

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 LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -No...

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 ...

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 running. Light is blinking: Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your cata...

light will momentarily illuminate prior to reaching the START position).It also illuminates if the parking brake is engaged. If the brake systemwarning light does not illuminate as described, seek service immediately.Illumination after the parking brake is released indicates low brake fluidlevel or ...

Engine oil pressure Illuminates when the oil pressurefalls below the normal range. Checkthe oil level and add oil if needed.Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. Low coolant (if equipped) Illuminates when the coolant level inthe coolant reservoir is low andmore needs to ...

Park brake warning chime Sounds when the parking brake is set, the engine is running and thetransaxle is not in P (Park) or N (Neutral). The chime will shut off whenthe parking brake is disengaged. GAUGES Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of theengine coolant. At normal oper...

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. The FU...

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...

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. Speaker balance/fade adjust • Speaker sound distribution can beadjusted between the right andle...

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 姞 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...

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 sampling of all listenable stationson the frequency band. Press the control again to stop the scan mode. Scan function in tape mode Press the SCAN control to hear a shor...

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 (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hol...

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. If you wish...

Seek function The seek function control works inradio or CD mode. Seek function in radio mode • Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band. • Press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band. Seek function in CD mode • Press to seek to the previous track of the ...

Setting the clock To set the hour, press and hold thehour (H) control. When the desiredhour appears, release the control. 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 acc...

CD CHANGER (IF EQUIPPED) Your CD changer is either located in the trunk, the console or the rightside cargo area storage compartment. 1. Slide the door to access the CDchanger magazine. 2. Press to eject the magazine. 3. Turn the magazine (A) over. 4. Using the disc holder releaseknob (C), pull the ...

ONLY use the magazine supplied with the CD changer, other types willdamage the unit. Keep the CD changer door closed. Coins and foreign objects will damagethe CD player and void your audio system warranty. Do not insert any promotional (odd shaped or sized) discs, ordiscs with removable labels into ...

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm (4.75 in)audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certainrecordable and re-recordable compact discs may not functioncorrectly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDswith a scratch protection film attached, an...

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 6°C (43°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...

Temperature selection The display window indicates theselected temperature, function(AUTO or one of the overridecontrols) and manual control of fanspeed ( ) if automatic fan speed is not desired. To control the temperature, selectany temperature between 18°C(65°F) and 29°C (85°F) by pressingthe temp...

Fan speed ( ) When AUTO is pressed, fan speed isadjusted automatically for existingconditions. You can override fanspeed at any time. To control fanspeed manually, press the fancontrol or the steering wheel fanspeed control (if equipped) tocancel automatic fan speedoperation. Press the control up fo...

• OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For shortperiods of time only, use this mode to reduce undesirable odors fromentering the vehicle. Displaying outside temperature Press OUTSIDE TEMP to displaythe outside air temperature. It willbe displayed until OUTSIDE TEMPis pressed aga...

• If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during warmweather conditions, the air conditioner will perform more efficiently incooling the vehicle if driven for two or three minutes with thewindows open. This will force most of the hot, stale air out of thevehicle. Once the vehicle has...

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

The dome lamp will stay on if thecontrol is moved to the passengerside position. When the control is inthe middle position, the lamp willonly come on when a door isopened. If the control is moved tothe driver’s side position, the lampwill not come on at all. • ON : The dome light will stay on. • DOO...

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...

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 assembly snugly against the vehicle and install theretainer pins strai...

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...

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...

6. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly by rotating it clockwise. 7. Install the lamp assembly on the vehicle with three nut and washerassemblies ensuring the washers on the nuts are flush with the body toprevent water from entering the trunk. 8. Carefully push the carpet back in to place ...

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...

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. Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) To turn on the v...

POWER WINDOWS Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows. • Press the top portion of therocker switch to close. • Press the bottom portion of therocker switch to open. One touch down • Press AUTO completely down tothe second detent. The driver’swindow will open fully. Depressup to ...

Window lock The window lock feature allows onlythe driver to operate the powerwindows. To lock out all the window controlsexcept for the driver’s press the leftside of the control. Press the rightside to restore the window controls. Accessory delay (if equipped) With accessory delay, the window swit...

If highly magnetized items (such as magnetic mount antennas) areplaced very near the compass the display will change to “C” for 15seconds, then display all segments until the magnetized item is removed.If a “C” is displayed, refer to Compass calibration adjustment. Most geographic areas (zones) have...

Compass calibration adjustment Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures andhigh voltage lines. 1. Start the vehicle. 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...

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 themirrors with a scraper orattempt to readjust the mirrorglass if it is frozen in place.These actions could cause damage to the glass...

Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads thatare winding, slippery, or unpaved. To turn speed control off • Press OFF or • Turn off the vehicle ignition. Once speed control is switched off,the previously programmed setspeed will be erased. To set a speed • Press SET+. For speed cont...

You can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speedcontrol usage. Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle tothe previously programmed set speed. To set a lower set speed • Press and hold CST −. Releasethe control when the desiredspeed is reached or • Press and rel...

To return to a previously set speed • Press RES. For RES to operate,the vehicle speed must be fasterthan 48 km/h (30 mph). 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 ignitio...

Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure youin a collision. If your vehicle is equipped with the column shift and a bench seat, it hasa center console in the center front seating position. The center console has similar features as the full console. To open thestorage compartment...

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...

CARGO AREA FEATURES Storage compartment Your vehicle comes equipped with astorage compartment in the floor ofthe cargo area. An additionalcompartment is in the rear trimpanel on the right. Always put theload you are carrying as far forwardas possible. Cargo net (if equipped) (Wagon) The cargo net se...

Do not place any objects on the cargo area cover. They mayobstruct your vision or strike occupants of the vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or collision. The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it isnot securely installed. Rewinding the shade With extended use, the cargo shade ...

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

The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors,trunk and liftgate without a key. The remote entry features only operate with the vehicle in P (Park) or N(Neutral) and the ignition in the, ACC, OFF or ON positions. If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with yo...

Sounding a panic alarm Press this control to activate thealarm. To deactivate the alarm, press thecontrol again or turn the ignition toACC or ON. Panic alarm will only operate withthe ignition in the OFF position. Unlocking the liftgate/trunk Press the control to unlock theliftgate/trunk. Replacing ...

To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the twohalves of the transmitter near thekey ring. DO NOT TAKE THEFRONT PART OF THETRANSMITTER APART. 2. Place the positive (+) side of newbattery in the same orientation.Refer to the diagram inside thetransmitter unit. 3. Snap the two halves back...

To program the transmitters yourself: • Place the key in the ignition andturn from 2 (LOCK) to 3 (OFF)and cycle between 3 (OFF) and 4(ON) eight times in rapidsuccession (within 10 seconds)with the eighth turn ending in the4 (ON) position. The doors willlock/unlock to confirm thatprogramming mode has...

The system automatically turns off after 25 seconds or when the ignitionis turned to the ON or ACC position. The battery saver will shut off the exterior lamps 10 minutes after theignition has been turned to the OFF position. Deactivating/activating perimeter lamps There are 2 methods to enable/disa...

Programming your own personal entry code 1. Enter the factory-set code (keypad will illuminate when pressed). 2. Press the 1/2 control within fiveseconds of step 1. 3. Enter your personal 5 digit code.Enter each digit within five secondsof the previous one. The power doorlocks should cycle (lock/unl...

2. To unlock the passenger’s door(s)and liftgate (wagon), press the 3/4control within five seconds ofunlocking the driver’s door. 3. To unlock the trunk or liftgate(wagon), enter the five-digitfactory-set code, then press the 5/6control within five seconds. Locking the doors and liftgate(wagon), pre...

Pressing the power door UNLOCK control button again will toggle theAutolock/Relock states. • Turn ignition to OFF to exit. SECURILOCK 姟 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock 娂 passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization system. This system is designed to prevent the engine from being starte...

Key information Your vehicle is supplied with two coded keys. Only a coded key will start your vehicle. Spare coded keys can be purchased from yourdealership. Your dealership can program your key or you can “do ityourself.” Refer to Programming spare keys. The following items may prevent the vehicle...

Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin. 1. Insert the first previouslyprogrammed coded key into the ignition and turn the ignition from 3(OFF) to 4 (ON) (maintain ignitionin 4 (ON) for at least one second). 2. Turn ignition to 3 (OFF) then 2(LOCK) and remove the first coded...

The system is ready to arm whenever the key is removed from theignition. Any of the following actions will prearm the alarm system: • Press the remote entry lockcontrol (doors opened or closed). • Press 7/8 and 9/0 controls on thekeyless entry pad at the sametime to lock the doors (doorsopened or cl...

If the doors/hood or liftgate (wagon) are not closed and you press theremote entry transmitter twice to confirm the doors are locked, the hornwill chirp twice to warn you that a door/hood or liftgate (wagon) is stillopen. Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions...

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 belt precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across the hips. To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where theycan be properly restrained. Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while thevehicle is moving. The passe...

Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) until you hear a snap and feelit latch. Make sure the tongue issecurely fastened in the buckle. 2. To unfasten, push the releasebutton and remove the tongu...

response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakessuddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact ofapproximately 8 km/h (5 mph) or more, the combination safety belts willlock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers. Automatic locking mode In t...

• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is extracted. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clickingsound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic lockingmode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Ford Motor Company recomm...

Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver andfront outboard passenger seating positions. The safety belt pretensioners are designed to activate only when thesafety belts are fastened during certain frontal or near-frontal collisionswith sufficient...

Front safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments for the driver and frontpassenger. Adjust the height of theshoulder belt so the belt restsacross the middle of your shoulder. To lower the shoulder belt height,pull the control down and slide theheight adjuster down. ...

Insert the tongue into the correctbuckle (the buckle closest to thedirection the tongue is comingfrom). To lengthen the belt, turn thetongue at a right angle to the beltand pull across your lap until itreaches the buckle. To tighten thebelt, pull the loose end of the beltthrough the tongue until it ...

grasp the tongue so that it is parallel to the webbing and slide thetongue upward. Provide enough length so that the tongue can reach thebuckle. To fasten the belt, pull the combination lap and shoulder belt from theretractor so that the shoulder belt portion of the safety belt crosses yourshoulder ...

attaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford MotorCompany recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehiclesinvolved in a collision be replaced. However, if the collision was minorand a qualified technician finds that the belts do not show damage andcontinue to operate pr...

HOW DO THE AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINTS WORK? The air bag supplemental restraint system consists of: • driver and passenger dual stage air bag modules (which include theinflators and air bags). • side air bags (if equipped). Refer to Side air bag system later in this chapter. • one or more impact...

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...

force, there is the risk of death or serious injuries such as fractures,facial and eye injuries or internal injuries, particularly to occupants whoare not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the timeof air bag deployment. Thus, it is extremely important that occupants beproperly ...

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 has deployed, the air bag will not function again. The side air bag system (including the seat) must be inspected and serviced by a qualified technician inaccordance with the vehicle servi...

When possible, always place children under age 12 in the rearseat of your vehicle. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the frontseating positions. Children and safety belts If the child is the proper size, restrain the ch...

Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of thesequestions: • Can the child sit all the way backagainst the vehicle seat back withknees bent comfortably at theedge of the seat withoutslouching? • Does the lap belt rest low across the hips? • Is the shoulder belt centered on the s...

The shoulder belt should cross the chest, resting snugly on the center ofthe shoulder. The lap belt should rest low and snug across the hips,never up high across the stomach. If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat, placing a rubberized meshsold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat...

Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder beltseating positions Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all theway back. C...

7. Pull the lap belt portion acrossthe child seat toward the buckle andpull up on the shoulder belt whilepushing down with your knee on thechild seat. 8. Allow the safety belt to retract toremove any slack in the belt. 9. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly tilt the seat forwardand back to...

6. Before placing the child into the child seat, forcibly tilt the child seatfrom side to side and in forward direction to make sure that the seat issecurely held in place. To check this, grab the seat at the belt path andattempt to move it side to side and forward and back. There should beno more t...

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...

4. Make sure the parking brake isset. 5. Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (START). Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If alight fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the light may not illuminate....

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 temperature is above -12° C(10° F) and the engine does notstart within five seconds on the firsttry, turn the key to OFF, wait 10 seconds and try again. ...

tank will improve cold starting performance. Your vehicle is designed tooperate on (E d 85) ethanol alone, unleaded gasoline alone, or any mixture of the two. If the engine fails to start using the preceding instructions 1. Press the accelerator pedal 1/3 to 1/2 way to floor and hold. 2. Turn the ke...

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (if equipped) On vehicles equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS), a noisefrom the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the pedal may beobserved during ABS braking events. Pedal pulsation coupled with noisewhile braking under panic conditions or on loose gravel,...

With the ABS light on, the anti-lockbrake system is disabled and normalbraking is still effective unless thebrake warning light also remainsilluminated with parking brakereleased. (If your brake warning lamp illuminates, have your vehicleserviced immediately.) Parking brake Apply the parking brake w...

Pull the release lever to release thebrake. Driving with the parkingbrake on will cause the brakes towear out quickly and reduce fueleconomy. Park brake warning chime Sounds when the parking brake is set, the engine is running and thetransaxle is not in P (Park) or N (Neutral). The chime will shut o...

During Traction Control 娂 operation, the traction control active light willilluminate, you may hear an electricmotor type of sound coming fromthe engine compartment and theengine will not “rev-up” when you push further on the accelerator. Thisis normal system behavior. The Traction Control 娂 on/off ...

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that preventsthe gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) when the ignition isin the ON position unless brake pedal is depressed. If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P...

Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift islatched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lampremains illuminated, the brakes may not be working proper...

Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift leverfrom P (Park) to another position. If you do not hold the brake pedal down, your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Understanding gearshift positions P (Park) Always come to a complete stopbefore shifting into P (Park). Makes...

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...

your vehicle including both gross vehicle weight and front and rear grossaxle weight rating limits. Under no circumstance should these limitationsbe exceeded. Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result inserious damage to the vehicle loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, and/or...

3.0L 4-Valve Duratec Engine Model Passenger Load- #/kg (lbs.) Luggage Load -kg (lbs.) Max TrailerWt.- kg (lbs.) Sedan 5/340 (750) 0 590 (1300) 2/135 (300) 70 (150) 725 ( 600) 2/135 (300) 0 795 (1750) Wagon 5/340 (750) 70 (150) 455 (1000) 2/135 (300) 70 (150) 660 (1450) 2/135 (300) 0 725 (1600) The a...

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...

• The trailer tongue weight should be 10–15% of the loaded trailerweight. • After you have traveled 80 km (50 miles), thoroughly check yourhitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • To aid in engine/transmission cooling and A/C efficiency during hotweather while stopped in traffic, ...

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Companyoffers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program isseparate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the New Vehicle Limite...

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...

If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and specifications chapter. The high-current fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/relay location Fuse amp rating Power distribution box description 1 60A** Fuse junction panel 2 30A** Powertrain Control...

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 shift strategy. As a result, the transmissionmay have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is considered normal andwill not affect function or durability of the transmission. Ov...

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 172

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 ...

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 authorizeddealer where your vehicle was purchased when warranty repairs areneeded. However, you may also take your vehicle to another...

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. FordMot...

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...

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 requirement and the Board will decide thecase whether or not an oral presentation is made. An oral prese...

mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian MotorVehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relatively speedy alternativeto resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce a settlementhave failed. This procedure is without cost to you and ...

WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralPh shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is availablefrom your dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can discolor and s...

• Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tarspots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips. • Always read the instructions before using the products. ALUMINUM WHEELS AND COVERS Aluminum wheel rims or covers are coated with a clearcoat paint finish.I...

WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear window and wiper blades should be cleanedregularly. If the wiper does not wipe properly, substances on thewindshield, rear window or the wiper blades may be the cause. Thesemay include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, treesap, or other o...

INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts and seats equipped with sideair bags: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. • Remove light stains and soil with Ford Extra Strength UpholsteryCleaner (E8AZ-19523–AA). • If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the a...

FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality products availableto clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality productshave been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; theyare custom designed to complement the styl...

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...

Working with the engine on 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P(Park). 2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE ...

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 Check the washer fluid wheneveryou stop for fuel. The reservoir ishighlighted with a symbol. Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meetsFord specification ESR-M17P5–A .Refer ...

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 itagain. • 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 A...

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...

that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-upengine noises or knock may be experienced.It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (oranother brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application. BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft m...

When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on theend walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery.Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on oppositecorners. Keep batteries out of reach of ...

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recycling centerto find out more about recyclingautomotive batteries. ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant sho...

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 Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval...

Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluidcontainer. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield. The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with either green-coloredMotorcraft Premium Engine Coolant meeting Ford specificationESE...

Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a recycled engine coolantproduced by Ford-approved processes in vehicles originally equippedwith Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant (green-colored). However, notall coolant recycling processes produce coolant that meets Fordspecificatio...

Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materialsand any open flames beforefueling your vehicle. • Always turn off the vehicle beforefueling. • Automotive fuels can be harmful orfatal if swallowed. Fuels such as gasoline and ethanol are highly toxic a...

Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1/8 turn on/offfeature. When fueling your vehicle: 1. Turn the engine off. 2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/8 of a turn until itstops. 3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe. 4. To install the cap,...

It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fueltank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octanerating. Aftermarket products could cause damage to the fuel system.Repairs to correct the effects of using an aftermarket product in yourfuel may not be cover...

• 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 loading and distribution the same every time. Your results w...

• Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared todriving on hilly terrain. • Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the topcruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal. • Close windows for high speed driving. EPA window sticker Every new vehicle shou...

engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid.Refer to the scheduled maintenanceguide for the service intervalschedules. If adding flu...

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 should bebetween the arrows in the FULLHOT range. Do not add fluid if thelevel is within this range. Refer to Identifying Components in th...

Brake fluid is toxic. If brake fluid contacts the eyes, flush eyeswith running water for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water and induce vomiting.Seek medical attention immediately. If you use a brake fluid that is not DOT 3, you will causeperma...

The traction grade assigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics. Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing thetire’s resistance to the gene...

• Four tire rotation 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 th...

Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle’s original tires may alsoaffect the accuracy of your speedometer. SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires youcurrently have on your vehicle. The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction ...

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 3.0L V6 Vulcanengine 3.0L FFV V6engine 3.0L DOHC V6Duratec engine Air filterelement 1 FA-1683 FA-1683 FA-1683 Fuel filter FG-1006 FG-1006 FG-1006 Battery(standard) BXT-36R BXT-36R BXT-36R Battery(optional) BXT-36R N/A N/A Oil filter FL-400-S FL-400-S FL-820-S PCV va...

REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity Brake fluid Motorcraft HighPerformance DOT3 Motor VehicleBrake Fluid All Fill to line onreservoir Engine coolant 1 MotorcraftPremium EngineCoolant(green-colored) or MotorcraftPremium GoldEngine Coolant(yellow-colored) 3.0L V6 Vulcanengine 1...

Vehicle identification number (VIN) 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 vehi...

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) .....................141 Accessory delay ..........................70 Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ........................116–117, 120 and child safety seats ............119description ......................117, 120disposal ....................................123driver ai...

starting after a collision .........157 Engine block heater .................139Engine oil ..................................195 checking and adding ..............195dipstick ....................................195filter, specifications ........197, 224recommendations ...................197refill ca...