Ford 2002 Thunderbird v.2- User Manual

Remember to pass on the Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It isan integral part of the vehicle. 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.col...

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 ...

If the light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first availableopportunity. Light is blinking: Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalyticconverter. You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration anddeceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the fi...

level or a brake system malfunction and the brake system should beserviced immediately by a qualified technician. Refer to Brakes in the Driving chapter for more information. Anti-lock brake system (ABS) To confirm the anti-lock brakesystem (ABS) warning light isfunctional it will momentarilyillumin...

For more information, refer to the Driving chapter. 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 Illuminates when the speed controlis activated. Low washer fluid Illuminates when the windshieldwas...

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 theneedle goes above the normal range,the engine is overheating. Stop thevehicle as soon as safely po...

This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not thecoolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indicationwill not be accurate. Fuel gauge Displays approximately how muchfuel is in the fuel tank. The fuelgauge may vary slightly when thevehicle is in motion or on...

AUDIOPHILE AM/FM STEREO IN DASH SIX CD RADIO 1. Seek control 2. Rewind/Fast forward control3. DSP control4. Phone/mute control5. Eject control6. Bass/treble control7. Select control8. Balance/fade control9. Menu control 10. Radio preset controls 11. CD control 12. AM/FM control 13. ON/OFF and volume...

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. Speed sensitive volume With this feature, radio volume changes automatically and slightly withvehicle speed to compensate f...

Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next frequency down the band(whether or not a listenablestation is located there). Hold the control to move through thefrequencies quickly. • Press to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold ...

Scan function The scan function works in radio orCD mode. Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stationson the frequency band. Press the SCAN control again to stop the scanmode. Scan function in CD mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sa...

Starting autostore 1. Press and momentarily hold the AM/FM control. 2. AUTOSET will flash in the displayas the frequency band is scrolledthrough. 3. When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored inmemory preset control 1 will start playing. If there are fewer than six strong station...

Load The load feature allows you to loadsingle CDs into the player internalto the radio. This six disc CD player is equipped with a CD door. Compactdiscs should only be inserted into the player after the door hasbeen opened by the player. Do not attempt to force the dooropen. Compact discs should on...

Auto eject Press and momentarily hold the EJcontrol to engage auto eject. All CDswhich are present in the player willbe ejected one at a time. If a CD is ejected and not removed from thedoor of the CD player, the player will automatically reload the CD. Thisfeature may be used when the ignition is O...

FIND type — Allows you to select your desired FM program type andsearch for that selection. SHOW — Allows you to select from NAME (displays the name of theradio station), TYPE (displays the RDS program type: rock, jazz, etc.), orNONE (deactivates the RDS display). Radio data system (RDS) feature Thi...

DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DATC) SYSTEM 1. A/C control 2. Windshield defrost control 3. Recirculated air control 4. Passenger temperature control 5. Rear defrost control 6. Heated wiper rest/windshieldcontrol 7. Windshield and floor control 8. Floor control 9. Panel and floor control 10. Pa...

Turning the DATC system on, single zone control Press AUTO, any of the override controls, the fan speed control, or thedriver temperature selection control to turn the DATC system on in thesingle zone control. While in single zone control the driver and passengerset temperatures are equalized, and o...

Turning the system off Press OFF. The outside temperature(EXT) function (if selected) willcontinue to operate until theignition is turned off. DATC automatic operation Press AUTO and select the desiredtemperature. The selectedtemperature will appear in thedisplay window, and an indicatorabove the AU...

DATC system AUTO temperature balance The AUTO control may be used to toggle between single zone controland dual zone control. When in dual zone control (both driver and passenger set temperaturesare displayed), press and hold the auto control for approximately twoseconds to equalize the passenger se...

Temperature conversion Press the Fahrenheit/Celsius (°F °C)control to switch betweenFahrenheit and Celsius temperatureon the DATC display only. The setpoint temperatures in Celsius will bedisplayed in half-degree increments. Fan speed ( ) When AUTO is pressed, fan speed is adjusted automatically for...

In defrost and floor/defrost mode, if the outside temperature is about 2°C(35°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the airto reduce window fogging. However, the A/C indicator will be off and theA/C override control cannot be selected. When AUTO is selected, the A/C operate...

recirculated air operation and cancel automatic recirculated airoperation, press the recirculated air control. When the recirculated air ismanually controlled in the AUTO mode, the AUTO indicator light willremain lit. To return to full automatic recirculated air operation, pressAUTO. Do not leave th...

(floor) — Distributes air through the front floor ducts. The system will allow some airflow out the defroster ducts, the demister outlets andouter instrument panel registers. (floor/defrost) — Distributes air through the windshield defroster ducts, the demister outlets and the front floor ducts. The...

In cold, dry conditions where wet snow or ice is not present it isacceptable to manually deselect the operation of this feature. The feature will run continuously unless a low battery condition isdetected, or unless the feature is manually deselected, and will onlyactivate when the vehicle engine is...

Operating tips • In humid weather, select and R before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield. After a few minutes, select anydesired position. • To prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle, don’t drive with theclimate control system in the OFF position. • DO NOT leave the DATC syst...

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER Press the rear window defrostercontrol to clear the rear window ofthin ice or fog. The indicator willilluminate when the rear windowdefroster is selected. The ignition must be in the RUN position and the engine running inorder to operate the rear window defroster. The rear wind...

MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH Rotate the headlamp control to thefirst position to turn on the parkinglamps. Rotate to the second position toturn on the headlamps. Autolamp control The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights normallycontrolled by the master lig...

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel during parklamp,headlamp, and autolamp operation. • Rotate up to brighten. • Rotate down to dim. • Rotate fully up to turn on theinterior lights. HEADLAMP VERTICAL AIM ADJUSTMENT 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface approxima...

4. On the wall or screen you willobserve a light pattern with flatedges at the top of the beampattern. If the flat edges are not atthe horizontal reference line, thebeam will need to be adjusted. 5. Locate the vertical adjuster oneach headlamp, then use a 6 mmallen wrench or screwdriver to adjust th...

4. Install the headlamp on vehicle by aligning the lamp on the vehicle,push rearward to fully seat the lamp assembly and install the screw onthe headlamp. 5. Push the two retainer pins down. 6. Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly. If theheadlamp was correctly aligned before you ch...

8. Push the two retainer pins down. 9. Turn the lamps on and make sure the new bulb works properly. Replacing front/rear side marker bulbs 1. Remove the screw and carefullypull the lamp assembly out from thebumper. 2. Rotate bulb socketcounterclockwise and remove fromlamp assembly. 3. Carefully pull...

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Remove two screws and thelicense plate lamp assembly fromthe vehicle. 2. Rotate bulb socketcounterclockwise and remove fromlamp assembly. 3. Carefully pull the bulb from thesocket and push in the new bulb. 4. Install the lamp assembly onliftgate with two screws....

WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS Rotate the windshield wiper controlto the desired interval, low or highspeed position. The ignition must bein the ACC or RUN position tooperate the windshield wiper. The bars of varying length are forintermittent wipers. When in thisposition rotate the control upward...

Changing the wiper blades To replace the wiper blades: 1. Pull the wiper arm away from thewindshield and lock into the serviceposition. 2. Turn the blade at an angle fromthe wiper arm. Push the lock pinmanually to release the blade andpull the wiper blade down towardthe windshield to remove it from ...

The tilt function is adjusted by moving the control up to tilt up andmoving the control down to tilt down. During easy exit operation, the column will move to the full in and upposition. When the key is inserted into the ignition switch, the columnwill return to the previous setting. When you remove...

• 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 stop window operation. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches, radio, and the convertibletop motor, may be used...

closed. To re-calibrate the window, press the up switch to raise thewindow until it completes its travel and hold the switch down for 2seconds. Another possible effect of lost calibration is that the featuremay not lower the window. To re-calibrate the window in this case, lowerthe window until it c...

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+ / SET−. For speedcontrol to operate, the speedcontrol must be ON and thevehicle speed must be greaterthan 48 km/...

To disengage speed control • Press CANCEL, or • depress the brake pedal. Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmedset speed. Pressing OFF will erase thepreviously programmed set speed. Driver Controls 65

To return to a previously set speed • Press RESUME. For RESUME tooperate, the vehicle speed mustbe faster than 48 km/h (30 mph). Indicator light This light comes on when thevehicle speed control is engaged andactively controlling vehicle speed. STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS These controls allow you to ope...

In AM, FM1, or FM2 mode: • Press D or ¹ to select preset stations within the selected radioband. In Tape mode: • Press D or ¹ to select the next selection on the tape. In CD mode: • Press D or ¹ to select the next selection on the CD. In any mode: • Press VOL + or − to adjustvolume. Press the PHONE/...

The convertible top will not operate unless the vehicle is in P (Park).Also, do not lower the top when the top material is wet. If you raise and lower the convertible top several times in a row, themotor will heat up, causing the thermal circuit breaker to open so thatthe top will stop operating. Th...

1. Push boot rearward and engageboot under the upper back panel atthe rear and the quarter panel alongthe sides. 2. Fasten the snaps on boot to thequarter trim panel on both sides ofthe vehicle and at the center. 3. To remove unfasten the snaps. 4. Pull forward and lift off. Raising the convertible ...

2. Remove the tonneau cover and store it in the luggage compartment. 3. Push the convertible topswitch, holding it until the topunfolds and moves forward towardthe windshield header. 4. Press the button on theconvertible top handle and pull thehandle down to open both topclamps before the top meets ...

8. Push the convertible top handleback up so that it locks intoposition. Prolonged storage It may be difficult to pull down and latch the convertible top afterprolonged storage with the top in the down position over the winter or incolder temperatures. This difficulty will decline over time with war...

4. Position the front of the top so that the locating tabs on each side areplaced in the mounting castings. Ensure that the weather-strip on thetop is placed on the body mounted seal without any wrinkles or gaps.The joint should have a smooth and continuous transition to preventwater leaks. 5. Take ...

8. Turn and lock the levers fullyforward. The levers are locked whenyou feel the spring engage and thelevers are pointing toward the frontof the vehicle. 9. Using the mounting key, finish tightening the screws at the front ofthe removable top all the way so that they are secure. The front screw fitt...

To unlock the wheels, pull up on thelower portion of the plastic tablocated on the tip of each wheel. Place the mounting key in a safe place to use again. Keep your removable top clean by placing the provided cover over it. If you plan to drive with the convertible top down, ensure all the snapson t...

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 y Passive Anti-Theft System for more information. POWER DOOR LOCK...

To open the luggage compartmentdoor (lid) from within the luggagecompartment, pull the illuminated“T” shaped handle and push up onthe trunk lid. The handle iscomposed of a material that willglow for hours in darkness followingbrief exposure to ambient light. The “T” shaped handle will belocated eith...

Unlocking the doors Press this control to unlock thedriver door and disarm theperimeter alarm (if armed). Theinterior lamps will illuminate. Press the control a second timewithin three seconds to unlock allthe doors. Opening the trunk Press this control to open the trunk. Be certain the trunk is clo...

Relock The autolock feature repeats when: • the passenger’s door is opened then closed while the engine isrunning, and • you put the vehicle in motion. Deactivating/activating the autolock/relock feature Before following the procedure, make sure that the ignition is OFF andall vehicle doors are clos...

If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock y system, the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the ON position. If thisoccurs, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer for service. Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediatelyafter switching the ignition t...

If your keys are lost or stolen you will need to do the following: • Use your spare key to start the vehicle. or • Have your vehicle towed to a dealership or a locksmith. The key codeswill need to be erased from your vehicle and new key codes will needto be re-coded. Replacing coded keys can be very...

3. Within ten seconds of turning the ignition to 1 (LOCK), insert thesecond previously programmed coded key into the ignition and turn the ignition from 1 (LOCK) to 4 (RUN) (maintain ignition in 4 (RUN) for atleast one second but no more than ten seconds). 4. Turn the ignition to 1 (LOCK) and remove...

Arming the system When armed, the perimeter alarm will help protect your vehicle fromunauthorized entry. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system willflash the turn signal lamps and the theft indicator lamp and will soundthe horn. The system is ready to arm whenever the key is out of the ignition....

SEATING Adjustable head restraints (if equipped) Your vehicle’s seats may be 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 restrain...

Using the manual lumbar support The lumbar control is located on thefront of the driver’s seat cushion. Turn to adjust lumbar support. Using the manual recline function (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to ...

Adjusting the driver’s power seat 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. The driver and passenger seat must be in the upright positionand the lap belt must be snug and lo...

Press the control to move the seatforward, backward, up or down. Adjusting the passenger’s power seat Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuringpeople in a collision or sudden stop. The driver and passenger seat must be in the upright positionand the lap belt must be snug and low ...

SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions The driver and passenger seat must be in the upright positionand the lap belt must be snug and low across the hips while the vehicle is moving. To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where theycan be properly restrained. Never let a passe...

Combination lap and shoulder belts Before fastening the safety belt,make sure the shoulder belt passesthrough the belt holder on the topof the seatback. 1. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) until you hear a snap and feelit latc...

Automatic locking mode How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap andshoulder belt. • 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 bel...

In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt willstill retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. When to use the automatic locking mode • Anytime a child safety seat is installed in the vehicle. R...

5. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times, ending with thesafety belt unbuckled. • After step 5 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for threeseconds. 6. Within seven seconds of the safety belt warning light turning off,buckle then unbuckle the safety belt. • This will disable B...

LATCH child seat tether anchors and lower anchors (if equipped), andattaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Fordrecommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in acollision be replaced. However, if the collision was minor and a qualifiedtechnician finds that ...

Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautions The supplemental restraint systemis designed to work with the safetybelt to help protect the driver andright front passenger from certainupper body injuries. Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly orgently and the risk of injury from adeploying air b...

Modifications to the front end of the vehicle, including frame,bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks may affect the performance of the air bag sensors increasing the risk of injury. Do notmodify the front end of the vehicle. Children and air bags For additional important safetyinformation, ...

collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collisioncauses sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 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 ...

The SRS consists of: • driver and passenger air bag modules (which include the inflators andair bags) • side air bags (if equipped). Refer to Side air bag system later in this chapter • safety belt pretensioners • one or more impact and safing sensors • a readiness light and tone • and the electrica...

Passenger front and side air bag ON/OFF switch An air bag ON/OFF switchhas been installed in this vehicle. Before driving, always look at the face of the switch tobe sure the switch is in the properposition in accordance with theseinstructions and warnings. Failureto put the switch in a properpositi...

occupant is not properly buckled up. The most effective way to reducethe risk of unnecessary air bag injuries, without reducing the overallsafety of the vehicle, is to make sure all occupants are properlyrestrained in the vehicle, especially in the front seat. This provides theprotection of safety b...

This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for thedriver and/or right front passenger. These particular belts are specifically designed to work with air bags to help reduce the risk ofinjury in a collision. The energy management safety belt is designed togive or release additional belt ...

This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for thedriver and/or right front passenger. These particular belts are specifically designed to work with air bags to help reduce the risk ofinjury in a collision. The energy management safety belt is designed togive or release additional belt ...

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 air bag deployment. • The same warn...

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...

Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles (includingpretensioners) For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles, see your localdealership or qualified technician. Air bags MUST BE disposed of byqualified personnel. SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for direc...

Child booster seats Children outgrow a typical convertible or toddler seat when they weigh40 pounds and are around 4 years of age. Although the lap/shoulder beltwill provide some protection, these children are still too small forlap/shoulder belts to fit properly, which could increase the risk of se...

Types of booster seats There are two types of belt-positioning booster seats: • Those that are backless. If your backless booster seat has aremovable shield, remove theshield and use the lap/shoulderbelt. If a seating position has alow seat back and no headrestraint, a backless booster seatmay place...

The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child’shead hitting a hard surface in a collision. For this reason, you shouldnever use a booster seat with a lap belt only. It is best to use a boosterseat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat- the ...

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 to remove any slack in the belt. 9. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly move the seat forwardand back t...

A LATCH system for child seatinstallation has been provided inyour vehicle at the followinglocation: The lower anchors for child seatinstallation are located at the rearsection (as viewed from the front ofthe seat) of the passenger seatbetween the cushion and seat back. Follow the child seat manufac...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. LOCK, locks the gearshift leverand allows key removal. 2. OFF, shuts off the engine and allaccessories without locking thesteering wheel. This position alsoallows the automatic transmissionshift lever to be moved from the P(Park) position without the brakepedal ...

Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dryground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosedareas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage d...

5. Turn the key to 4 (RUN) 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. Starting the engine Note: Whenever y...

Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped in an open area forlong periods of time, open the windows at least 2.5 cm (one inch). Adjust the heating or air conditioning (if equipped) to bring in fresh air. Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air inle...

The ABS operates by detecting theonset of wheel lockup during brakeapplications and compensates forthis tendency. The wheels areprevented from locking even whenthe brakes are firmly applied. Theaccompanying illustration depictsthe advantage of an ABS equippedvehicle (on bottom) to a non-ABSequipped ...

Parking brake Apply the parking brake wheneverthe vehicle is parked. To set theparking brake, apply the brake pedaland pull the handle up as far aspossible. The BRAKE warning lamp in theinstrument cluster illuminates andremains illuminated (when theignition is turned to the RUNposition) until the pa...

TRACTION CONTROL Y (IF EQUIPPED) The Traction Control y system helps maintain the stability and steerability of your vehicle. It is especially useful on slippery and/or hillyroad surfaces. The system operates at all speeds by detecting andcontrolling wheel spin. The system borrows many of the electr...

2. Insert the key and turn it to OFF. Apply the brake pedal and shift to N (Neutral). In the ignition OFF position, the automatic transmission shiftlever can be moved from the P (Park) position without the brake pedal depressed. To avoid unwanted movement, always set the parkingbrake. 3. Start the v...

considered normal and will not affect function durability of thetransmission. Once the vehicle is at operating temperature it may takeseveral shifts at the same operating condition for the transmission toproperly adapt. Over time the adaptive learning process will fully updatetransmission operation....

1 (First) Use 1 (Low) to provide maximumengine braking on steepdowngrades. Upshifts can be made by shifting to2 (Second), 3 (Third), 4 (Drive) or5 (Overdrive). Selecting 1 (Low) athigher speeds causes thetransmission to shift to a lower gear,and will shift to 1 (Low) aftervehicle decelerates to the ...

The Safety Certification Label, found on the driver’s door pillar, listsseveral important vehicle weight rating limitations. Before adding anyadditional equipment, refer to these limitations. If you are adding weightto the front of your vehicle, (potentially including weight added to thecab), the we...

To ensure that the electrical system is not damaged, you will require atrailer tow package which includes a trailer tow module and thenecessary wiring to connect the trailer tow module to the electricalsystem and to the trailer. This option is available through your dealer orthrough Ford Customer Se...

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...

Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip toget the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turning, makewider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles. • Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached. • If you ...

RECREATIONAL TOWING (ALL WHEELS ON THE GROUND) Follow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to towyour vehicle with all four wheels on the ground (such as behind arecreational vehicle). These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is notdamaged due to insufficie...

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...

U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicle customers who require roadside assistance,call 1–800–241–3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1–800–665–2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will reimburse...

The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated in the driver’s foot well,behind the kick panel. The resetbutton (RED) for the fuel pumpshut-off switch is accessible throughan opening in the kick panel. Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch. 1. Turn the ignition to the OFF posit...

Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wiredamage and could start a fire. Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link ca...

The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 1 5A Starter Relay Coil 2 5A Radio Start Signal 3 5A ABS Module 4 5A PCM Coil, Cluster and Fuel PumpRelay 5 5A Autolamp System, FEM, T/ASwitch 6 10A OBD II 7 5A PCM, RKE, Sunload sensor 8...

Front power distribution box The front power distribution box islocated in the engine compartment.The power distribution box containshigh-current fuses that protect yourvehicle’s main electrical systemsfrom overloads. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high currentfuses. To reduce risk o...

Rear power distribution box The rear power distribution box islocated in the luggage compartmentunder the spare tire well cover. Thepower distribution box containshigh-current fuses that protect yourvehicle’s main electrical systemsfrom overloads. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high ...

When driving with the temporary spare tire do not: • exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) or drive further than 3 200 km (2 000miles) total under any circumstances • load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on theSafety Compliance Label • tow a trailer • use tire chains • drive through an autom...

1. Park on a level surface, activatehazard flashers and set parkingbrake. 2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park),turn engine OFF, and block thediagonally opposite wheel. 3. Lift the trunk cargo cover andremove the spare tire, jack and tool bag with lug wrench. 4. Loosen each wheel lug nutone-half turn...

5. Put the jack in the jack notchnext to the tire you are changing.Turn the jack handle clockwise untilthe wheel is completely off theground. Never use the rear differentialas a jacking point. To lessen the risk ofpersonal injury, do not put any part of your body under thevehicle while changing a ti...

8. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 9. Remove the jack and fully tightenthe lug nuts in the order shown. NOTE: The jack cannot beproperly stowed when a full sizetire is placed here. Secure thejack and the temporary sparetire as shown after the flat tirehas been fixed. 10....

Anti-theft lug nuts (if equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with this feature, one of the lug nuts on eachwheel must be removed and replaced with a special key. The key andregistration card are attached to the lug wrench and stored with thespare tire. If you lose the key, send the registration car...

Preparing your vehicle Your battery is located in the trunk of 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...

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to the spare tiretie-down stud. (Your vehicle may be equipped with a plastic cap on topof the tire tie-down stud. This cap must be removed prior to attachingthe cable to the stud.) Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-)te...

Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the spare tire tie-down stud. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of thebooster vehicle’s battery. + – + – + – + – Roadside Emergencies 168

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 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. 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...

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADAONLY) 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 Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralPh shampoo, such as Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is available from yourdealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can discolor and spot painted...

• 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...

• Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaningthe engine. • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunning engine may cause internal damage. PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailab...

• Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches. • Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts. • Wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol orwindshield washer solution. Be sure to replace wiper blades when theyappear worn or do not function properly. INSTRU...

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...

OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located at the bottomleft of the instrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle andrelease the auxiliary latch that islocated under the front center of thehood by pushing the handle towardthe passenger side of the vehicle. 3. L...

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 meets Ford specification ESR-M17P5–A.Refer ...

5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level indicator (dipstick). 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain. • If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below the MINmark, add enough...

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 into the opening. 3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above theMAX mark on the eng...

BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich is located in the luggagecompartment, next to the spare tire. Your battery is designed to purge any battery gases to the outside of thevehicle by means of a vent hose. This vent hose MUST be attached at alltimes. Replace...

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...

When the battery is disconnected or a new battery 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 time theadaptive learning pr...

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 add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam andscalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluidcontainer. If sprayed on the windshield, engine...

system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low level of coolantcan result in engine overheating and possible engine damage. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a recycled engine coolantproduced by Ford-approved processes in vehicles originally equippedwith Motorc...

What you should know about fail-safe cooling If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle tobe driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred.The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle loadand terrain. How fail-safe cooling work...

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine isrunning or hot. 5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problemincreases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to aservice facility as soon as possible. Che...

clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Repeated orprolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation. • Be particularly careful if you are taking “Antabuse” or other forms ofdisulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism. Breathing gasoline vapors,or skin contact cou...

with the recommended octane rating, see your dealer or a qualifiedservice technician to prevent any engine damage. Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveabilityproblems during a cold start, try a different brand of “Premium”unleaded gasoline. If the problems pe...

• 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...

• 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 fuel than traveling at 105 km/h [65 mph]). • Revving the engine before turning...

• 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. • Four-wheel-drive operation (if equipped) is less fuel efficient thantwo-wheel-d...

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 brake fluids certified tomeet Ford specification ESA-M6C25–A. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. DOT 3 fluid is re...

Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments orcleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmissionoperation and result in damage to internal transmission components. AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervalsfor c...

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 (3miles). • Adjust tire pressure to recommended specifications found on the t...

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...

Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Engine coolant 2 MotorcraftPremium EngineCoolant(green-colored) or Motorcraft Premium GoldEngine Coolant(yellow-colored) 3.9L-4V V8engine 11.3L (11.9quarts) Power steeringfluid MotorcraftMERCON t ATF All Fill to MAX lineon reservoir Engine coolingfan fluid Mo...

Item Ford partname Ford partnumber Fordspecification Engine oil Motorcraft SAE5W-20 PremiumSynthetic BlendMotor Oil XO-5W20-QSP WSS-M2C153-Hwith APICertificationMark Lock cylinders MotorcraftPenetrating andLock Lubricant Motorcraft XL-1 none Power steeringand enginecooling fan fluid MotorcraftMERCON...

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 desi...

Protection and appearance equipment Air bag anti-theft locks Car/truck covers Cargo liners, interior Carpet floor mats Door edge guards Front end cover Locking gas cap Molded vinyl floor mats For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind when adding accessories or equipment ...

A ABS (see Brakes) .....................131 Accessory delay ..........................60 Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ........................103–104, 112 and child safety seats ............105description ......................104, 112disposal ....................................115driver ai...

service points ..........................188starting after a collision .........149 Engine block heater .................130Engine fan .................................200Engine oil ..................................189 checking and adding ..............189dipstick .....................................

Mirrors side view mirrors (power) .......61 Motorcraft parts ................205, 217 O Octane rating ............................203 Odometer .....................................17 Oil (see Engine oil) ..................189 P Panic alarm feature, remoteentry system ...................................