Ford 2002 Windstar v.1- User Manual

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

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 TetherAnchorage Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -Non-Petroleum Based Tr...

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Some Warning Lights will show in the cluster equipped with a MessageCenter as words. 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...

These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tankwith high quality fuel of the recommended octane and/or properlyinstalling and securely tightening the fuel cap. After three driving cycleswithout these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the lightshould turn off. (A dri...

Brake system warning Illuminates if the parking brake isengaged. Also momentarilyilluminates at start up to ensure thecircuit is functional. If the brakewarning lamp does not illuminate atthese times, or illuminates after releasing the parking brake, seek serviceimmediately. Refer to Brakes in the D...

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. Traction Control Y active (if equipped) Illuminates when the TractionControl y system is active. It will be l...

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). Low washer fluid Illuminates when the windshieldwasher fluid is low. O/D off Illuminates when the overdrivefunction has been turned OFF usingthe Transmission Cont...

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

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

AM/FM STEREO Your vehicle is equipped with a delayed accessory feature. This featureenables the audio playing media to continue playing up to 10 minutesafter the ignition has been turned off, or until a door is opened. Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audiosystem on or off. Turn th...

Seek function The seek function control works in radio mode. Seek function in radio mode • Press to find the next listenable station down thefrequency band. • Press to find the next listenable station up thefrequency band. AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works inradio mode. AM/FM select in rad...

Setting the clock Press CLK to toggle betweenlistening frequencies and clockmode. To set the hour, press and hold theCLK control until CLOCK SETappears in the display and press theSEEK control: • to decrease hours and • to increase hours. To set the minute, press and holdthe CLK control until CLOCK ...

Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next frequency down the band(whether or not a listenablestation is located there). Hold thecontrol 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 f...

Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audiosystem on or off. Turn the 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. AM/FM s...

AM/FM select in CD changer mode (if equipped) Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play. Tune adjust The tune control works in radio and CD changer modes (if equipped). Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next frequency down the band(whether or not a listenablestation is l...

Seek function for CD changer (if equipped) • Press to seek to the previous track of the current disc. If aselection has been playing forthree seconds or more and youpress , the CD changer will replay that selection from the beginning. • Press to seek forward to the next track of the current disc. Af...

Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows youto increase or decrease the audiosystem’s bass output. Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows youto increase or decrease the audiosystem’s treble output. Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can beadjusted between the right and lefts...

Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjustedbetween the front and rearspeakers. Tape select • To enter tape mode while in radioor CD changer mode, press theTAPE control. • If no tape is found, NO TAPEappears in the display. Automatic Music Search The Automatic Music Search featureallows you to ...

CD changer select (if equipped) • To enter CD changer mode whilein radio or tape mode, press theCD control. Rewind The rewind control works in tape and CD changer (if equipped) modes. To rewind in tape mode, press theSIDE/REW control. Press the 1–2/FF control to stoprewinding the tape. To rewind in ...

To fast forward in CD changermode, press the CD control. Press the control again to deactivatefast forward mode. Compression feature (if equipped) Compression adjust brings soft andloud CD passages together for amore consistent listening level. Press the COMP control to activateand deactivate compre...

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 adjust The bass adjust control allows youto increase or decrease the audiosystem...

Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can beadjusted between the right and leftspeakers. Press the BAL control then press: • to shift sound to the left and • to shift sound to the right. Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjustedbetween the front and rearspeakers. Press the FADE c...

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. AM/FM select in tape mode Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play. AM/FM select in CD or CD changer mode (if equipped) Pr...

Starting autoset memory preset 1. Select a frequency using the AM/FM select controls. 2. Press the AUTO control. 3. When the first six strong stationsare filled, the station stored inmemory preset control 1 will startplaying. If there are less than six strongstations available on the frequencyband, ...

To set the minute, press and holdthe CLK control and press TUNE: • to decrease minutes and • to increase minutes. If your vehicle has a separate clock,(other than the digital radiodisplay), the CLK control will notfunction in the above manner. The CLK control will allow you toswitch between media di...

Dolby T noise reduction Dolby t noise reduction operates in tape mode. Dolby t noise reduction reduces the amount of hiss andstatic during tape playback. Press the control to activate (and deactivate) the Dolby t noise reduction. Dolby t noise reduction is manufactured under license from Dolby t Lab...

Rear seat controls (if equipped) The Rear Seat Controls (RSC) allowthe rear seat passengers to operatethe radio, tape, CD, or CD changer(if equipped). To turn on the rear seat controls, press the memory preset controls 3and 5 at the same time. The will appear in the radio display. Pressing 3 and 5 a...

Using headphones/Personal Audio System The Personal Audio System allowsthe rear seat passengers to listen toone media source (radio, tape, CD,or CD changer if equipped) whilethe front seat passengers listen toanother. However, front and rear seat passengers can not listen to twodifferent radio stati...

Seek function • Press to find the next listenable station down thefrequency band. • Press to find the next listenable station up thefrequency band. In tape mode, use the SEEK function to access the next or previous selection. In CD or CD changer mode (if equipped), use the SEEK function toaccess the...

Scan function in CD mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on theCD. (The CD scans in a forward direction, wrapping back to the firsttrack at the end of the CD.) To stop on a particular selection, press thecontrol again. AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works inr...

Autostore Autostore allows you to set the strongest local radio stations withoutlosing your original manually set preset stations. This feature is helpfulon trips when you travel between cities with different radio stations. Starting autostore 1. Press and momentarily hold the AM/FM control. 2. AUTO...

Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next frequency down the band(whether or not a listenablestation is located there). Hold thecontrol 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 f...

Do not insert any promotional (odd shaped or sized) discs, or discswith removable labels into the CD player as jamming may occur. Display description Six circles are always lit in the digital display. These signify the six CDslots in the audio system. When a disc is loaded into a particular slot(1–6...

Press the LOAD control. (You can choose which slot will be loaded bypressing the desired preset number. If you do not choose a slot, thesystem will choose the next available one.) Wait until the CD door opens.Load the CD into the player. LOADING CD# is displayed. When the CDhas been loaded, the door...

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 isejected and not removed from the door of the CD player, the player willautomatically reload the CD. This feature may be used when the ignitionis ON...

Radio data system (RDS) feature This feature allows your audiosystem to receive text informationfrom RDS-equipped FM radiostations. To activate RDS: • When in FM mode, press the MENU control until RDS OFF displays. • Press the SEL control to engage this feature (RDS ON). RDS features: Once the RDS f...

Press the MENU control until FINDprogram type is displayed. Use the SEL control to select theprogram type. With the feature on,use the SEEK or SCAN control tofind the desired program type from the following selections: • Classic • Country • Info • Jazz • Oldies • R & B • Religious • Rock • Soft ...

CLEANING COMPACT DISCS Inspect all discs for contamination before playing. If necessary, cleandiscs only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out tothe edge. Do not use circular motion. CD AND CD CHANGER CARE • Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface. • Do n...

HEATER ONLY 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. Onheater-only systems, the air cannotbe cooled below the outsidetemperature. Mode selector control Controls the ...

• (Panel and floor) – Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts. • (Floor) – Distributes outside air through the floor ducts. • (Floor and defrost) – Distributes outside air through the floor ducts and the windshield defroster ducts. • (Defrost) – Distributes...

Temperature Control Controls the temperature of the airflow for the front part of thepassenger compartment. Mode selector control The mode selector control allowsyou to adjust the direction of theairflow to the front part of thepassenger compartment. The air conditioning can operate in all modes. Ho...

• OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For shortperiods of time only, use this mode to prevent undesirable odors fromentering the vehicle. • (Panel and floor)-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioningcapabili...

4. Turn the fan speed control to the position of your choice. During periods of high humidity, vapor may be emitted from the airoutlets when using the A/C system with outside air. This can becorrected by using MAX A/C to cool the vehicle. Operating tips • In humid weather conditions, place the clima...

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (IF EQUIPPED) The rear defroster control is locatedon the instrument panel. Press the defroster control to clearthe rear window of thin ice and fog. • The small LED will illuminatewhen the defroster is activated. The engine must be running to operate the rear window defroster. ...

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

High beams • Push forward to activate. • Pull toward you to deactivate. Flash to pass Pull toward you to activate andrelease to deactivate. Battery saver The battery saver will shut off the exterior lamps 10 minutes after theignition switch has been turned off and the headlamp control is in theHEADL...

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel lighting duringheadlamp and parklamp operation. • Rotate control to full up positionto turn on all interior lights. • Rotate control to next position(adjustment dial) and move upand down to adjust theinstrument panel lights. • ...

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

4. On the wall or screen you willobserve a light pattern with highintensity flat segments at the topedge of the pattern. If the flat edgesare not at the horizontal referenceline, the beam will need to beadjusted. 5. Locate the vertical adjuster oneach headlamp, then use an E8 Torx socket to turn the...

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. The dome lamp will illuminate whenever a ...

4. Disconnect the electricalconnector from the bulb by pullingrearward. 5. Remove the bulb retaining ring byrotating it counterclockwise (whenviewed from the rear) to free itfrom the bulb socket, and slide thering off the plastic base. Keep thering to retain the new bulb. 6. Without turning, remove ...

4. Install the headlamp on vehicle by aligning the lamp with the rearretainer, push rearward and secure with two retainer pins. 5. Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly. If theheadlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb, you shouldnot need to align it again. Replacing...

Replacing tail lamp/backup/turn lamp bulbs 1. Open the liftgate to expose thetail lamp assemblies. 2. Remove the two screws from thelamp assembly. 3. Carefully remove the lampassembly by pulling it rearwardabout 45 degrees. 4. Rotate bulb socketcounterclockwise and remove fromlamp assembly. 5. Pull ...

Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs 1. Open liftgate. 2. Gently pry the access cover offthe liftgate trim panel. 3. Rotate the bulb socketcounterclockwise and remove. 4. Carefully pull bulb straight out ofsocket and push in new bulb. 5. To complete installation, followthe removal procedure in rever...

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 (tap) the end of the st...

Windshield wiper blades Check the wiper blades at least twice a year or when they seem lesseffective. Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments usedby commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades. Checking the wiper blades If the wiper blades do not wipe properly, cle...

TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED) 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 tolock the steering wheel in position. Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is movin...

OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according toyour option package. Forward storage bins and conversation mirror (if equipped) The storage compartments may beused to store sunglasses or similarobjects. The conversation mirrorallows the driver t...

The sliding door must be unlocked for it to operate. The key does nothave to be in the ignition. To help avoid accidental operation of thePower Sliding Door, disable the PSD second row passenger controls bypushing the overhead console control to OFF. When the key is in theignition in RUN, the PSD wi...

With the ON/OFF control in the OFF position, either sliding door can beclosed by pulling the inside or outside handle and sliding the door all theway forward to the latched position manually. Safety/Obstructions If anything obstructs the Power Sliding Door while it is closing, the doorwill automatic...

Sliding Door Child Safety Lock Your vehicle is equipped with a sliding door child safety lock that helpsprevent passengers from operating the sliding door by using the insidedoor handle. This lock is on both doors if equipped. The child safety locklever is located in the inside of the sliding door, ...

MIRRORS Automatic dimming inside rear view mirror (if equipped) Your vehicle is equipped with an inside rear view mirror which has anauto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will change fromthe normal state to the non-glare state when bright lights (glare) reachthe mirror. When the mir...

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

POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) The accelerator and brake pedalshould only be adjusted when thevehicle is stopped and the gearshiftlever is in the P(Park) position. Press and hold the rocker control toadjust accelerator and brake pedaltoward you or away from you. The adjustment allows for...

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 control tooperate, the speed control mustbe ON and the vehicle speedmust be greater than 48 km/h (30m...

To disengage speed control • Depress the brake pedal. Disengaging the speed control willnot erase the previouslyprogrammed set speed. Pressing OFF will erase thepreviously programmed set speed. To return to a previously set speed • Press RES. For RES to operate,the vehicle speed must be fasterthan 4...

To return to normal overdrive mode,press the Transmission ControlSwitch again. The O/D OFFindicator light will no longer beilluminated. When you shut off and re-start your vehicle, the transaxle willautomatically return to normal (Overdrive) mode. For additional information about the gearshift lever...

Do not use the HomeLink t Universal Transceiver with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U.S.federal safety standards (this includes any garage door opener modelmanufactured before April 1, 1982). A garage door which cannot detectan object, signaling the...

After completing the “Programming” functions, follow these steps totrain a garage door opener with the rolling code feature: 1. Locate the training button on the garage door motor head unit. Refer to the garage door opener manual or call 1–800–355–3515 or onthe Internet at HomeLink.jci.com. if there...

2. When the indicator light begins to flash slowly (after 20 seconds),position the hand-held transmitter 5–14 cm (2 to 5 inches) away fromthe HomeLink t surface. 3. Press and hold the hand-held transmitter button. 4. The HomeLink t indicator light will flash, first slowly and then rapidly. When the ...

• System Check • Single/Dual Display Mode Reset Press this control to select and reset functions shown in the INFO menuand SETUP menu. Language 1. Select this function from theSETUP menu for the currentlanguage to be displayed. 2. Pressing the RESET controlcycles the message center througheach of th...

CHECK SIDE REPEATER LAMPS (if equipped). Displayed when the turn signals are activated and at least one is burned out. Check thelamps as soon as possible and have the burned out lamp replaced. TURN SIGNAL ON REMINDER. Displayed when the turn signal is activated and the vehicle is driven more that 0....

• Door sensor • Liftgate sensor • Exterior lamps • Traction control • Washer fluid • Brake Fluid • Compass • Outside temperature Contact your dealer as soon as possible if these messages occur on aregular basis. Compass display (if equipped) The compass reading may be affected when you drive near la...

FUEL ECON AVG Select this function from the INFOmenu to display your average fueleconomy in liters/100 km ormiles/gallon. If you calculate your average fueleconomy by dividing liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled (milestraveled by gallons used), your figure may be different than displayed ...

TRIP ELAPSED DRIVE TIME Select this function from the INFO menu to display your trip elapseddrive time and will display and accumulate when the key is in the RUNposition. 1. Press the INFO control until the message center display shows theTRIP ELAPSED TIME XXXX. 2. Hold the RESET control down for tw...

Cargo Area Features Cargo net (if equipped) The cargo pouch net secures lightweight objects in the cargo area.Attach the net to the anchors provided. Do not put more than 22 kg(50 lbs.) in the net. The second cargo net attaches to the rear of the seat. The cargo net is not designed to restrain objec...

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

Childproof door locks When these locks are set, the rearsliding doors cannot be opened fromthe inside. The doors can be openedfrom the outside when the doors areunlocked. The childproof locks are located onfront edge of each sliding door andmust be set separately for eachdoor. Setting the lock for o...

If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle,ensure ALL key fobs (remote entry transmitters) are brought to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting. Unlocking the doors • 3–button remote • 4–button remote • 5–button remote Press this control to unlock the driver door an...

If the control is pressed a third time within three seconds, the vehiclewill chirp the horn once if all doors/hood are closed or twice if anydoor/hood is open. Opening power sliding doors • 4–button remote • 5–button remote Press this control twice within three seconds to open the power slidingdoor ...

Locking the doors • 3–button remote • 4–button remote • 5–button remote Press this control to lock all doors and liftgate, turn off the interior lights(if they were on) and arm the perimeter anti-theft system (if equipped). To confirm doors/hood are closed and locked, press the control a secondtime ...

Sounding a panic alarm • 3–button remote • 4–button remote • 5–button remote Press this control to activate the personal panic alarm. The personal panic alarm will cycle the horn and turn signals on/off plusilluminate the interior lights. To deactivate the alarm, press the control again or turn the ...

Replacing lost transmitters • 3–button remote • 4–button remote • 5–button remote If a transmitter has been lost or if you would like to purchase additionaltransmitters for your vehicle (up to four may be programmed intomemory), take all your vehicle’s transmitters to your dealer or perform the repr...

Reprogramming transmitters To reprogram the transmitters yourself, place the key in the ignition andturn from LOCK to OFF and cycle between OFF and ON eight times inrapid succession (within 10 seconds) ending in the ON position. Afterdoor locks lock/unlock, press any control on all transmitters (up ...

Relock The autolock feature repeats when: • any door, except the drivers, is opened then closed while the engine isrunning and • you put the vehicle in motion. Deactivating/activating the autolock feature The deactivating/activating the autolock feature can be turned off by thekeyless entry pad (if ...

Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 4 (ON) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle. The THEFT light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. If the THEFT light stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealership or aqu...

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...

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across the hips. Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectiveness of the seat’ssafety belt in the event of a collision. Lift handle to move seat forward orbackward. Pull lever up to adjust seatback. Adjusting the power ...

The heating of the seat turns off after 10 minutes or when the vehicle isturned off. Using the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is locatedon the inboard side of the seat. Press one side of the control toadjust firmness. Press the other side of the controlto adjust softness...

Adjusting rear seats Lift control to move seat forward or backward. • 2nd row bucket seat • 2nd / 3rd row bench seat or 2ndrow bucket console seat Pull control up to adjust seatbackposition. Seating and Safety Restraints 135

Pull control up to flip seatback toforward flat position. Accessing the 3rd row seat If your vehicle has an adjustable 2nd row bench seat or 2nd row bucketconsole seat, it can be adjusted to allow easier access to the 3rd row seatby sliding the seat forward, folding the seatback to the forward flatp...

Bench seat or Bucket Console seat To remove the seats: 1. (For 2nd row bench seat only.)Disengage the lap/shoulder belt fromthe side of the seat belt detachanchors (if equipped) by insertingthe seatbelt tongue or a key into theslot in the detachable anchor andlifting upward. Seating and Safety Restr...

2. (For 2nd row bench seat only.) Using the clip attached to the end ofthe shoulder belt(s), clip the end of the belt to the stationary portion ofthe shoulder belt coming out of the trim panel. The end of the shoulderbelt must be clipped in order to keep it from striking anything during vehicle oper...

4. Make sure the safety belt is not twisted, then insert the seat belttongue into detachable anchor (if equipped) until you hear a “click” andfeel the latch engage. Always latch the vehicle seat to the floor, whether the seat isoccupied or empty. If not latched, the seat may cause injury during a su...

2. Align seat front hooks to front tub pins, lower back of seat into therear tubs until both release controls latch into place. Be sure that theseat is locked in place both front and back. Always latch the vehicle seat to the floor, whether the seat isoccupied or empty. If not latched, the seat may ...

stages of the dual-stage air bag supplemental restraints based on crashseverity and occupant conditions. The fact that the pretensioners or air bags did not activate for both frontseat occupants in a collision does not mean that something is wrong withthe system. Rather, it means the Personal safety...

very close to the air bag. For other occupants, this occurs when theoccupant is not properly restrained by seat belts or child safety seats andthey move forward during pre-crash braking. The most effective way toreduce the risk of unnecessary injuries is to make sure all occupants areproperly restra...

Front safety belt energy management retractors The front safety belt energy management retractors allow webbing to bepulled out of the retractor in a gradual and controlled manner inresponse to the occupant’s forward momentum. This helps reduce therisk of force-related injuries to the occupant’s che...

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while thevehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should alwaysproperly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag (SRS) is provided. It is extreme...

1. To lengthen the lap belt, pullsome webbing out of the shoulderbelt retractor. 2. While holding the webbing belowthe tongue, grasp the tip (metalportion) of the tongue so that it isparallel to the webbing and slide thetongue upward. 3. Provide enough lap belt length so that the tongue can reach th...

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

If... Then... The driver’s safety belt isbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the ONposition... The BeltMinder feature will notactivate. The purpose of the BeltMinder is to remind occasional wearers to wearsafety belts all of the time. The following are reasons most often given for not wea...

Reasons given... Consider... “Belts wrinkle my clothes” Possibly, but a serious crash can domuch more than wrinkle your clothes,particularly if you are unbelted. “The people I’m with don’twear belts” Set the example, teen deaths occur 4times more often in vehicles withTWO or MORE people. Children an...

Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt is too short when fully extended, there is a 20 cm (8inch) safety belt extension assembly that can be added (part number611C22). This assembly can be obtained from your dealer at no cost. Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the s...

These retractors should be replaced if they were used in any accident inwhich the front airbags deploy. If the safety belt assemblies are notreplaced, there may be increased risk of injury in the event of asubsequent collision. Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety beltassembly unde...

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...

Do not put anything on or over the air bag module. Placingobjects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causingserious injury. Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bagsupplemental restraint systems or its...

Determining if the system is operational The supplemental restraint system uses a warning indicator in theinstrument cluster or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of thesystem. Refer to the Warning light section in the Instrument cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the air bag is not requi...

The air bags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After air bagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burnt propellant. This mayconsist of cornstarch, talcumpowder (to lubricate the bag) orsodium compounds (e.g., bakingsoda) that result from thecombustion ...

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

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

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

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

Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tetherstrap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capableof providing a tether anchorage. For more information on top tetherstraps, refer to Attaching safety seats with tether straps. Carefully follow all of the manu...

5. While pushing down with yourknee on the child seat pull up onthe shoulder belt portion to tightenthe lap belt portion of thecombination lap and shoulder belt. 6. Allow the safety belt to retractand remove any slack in the belt tosecurely tighten the child safety seatin the vehicle. 7. Before plac...

5. Push down on the child seat while pulling on the loose end of the lapbelt webbing to tighten the belt. 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 isheld securely in place. If the child seat mov...

Front passenger seating position (manual adjusting seats only) 1. Position the child safety seat onthe passenger seat cushion. 2. Route the child safety seat tetherstrap over the back of the seat. Ifthe head restraint is adjustable,route the tether strap under thehead restraint and between thehead r...

7. Tighten the child safety seattether strap according to themanufacturer’s instructions. Rear seating positions Follow steps 1–8 as described above for the following available seats: • 2nd row bucket • 2nd row bench Seating and Safety Restraints 171

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 and allaccessories without lockin...

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

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) 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, bumps, wet or...

ABS warning lamp ABS The ABS warning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light does notilluminate momentarily at start up or remains on the ABS needs to beserviced. With the ABS light on, the anti-lockbrake system is disabled ...

Push the button on the end of theparking brake and push the handledown as far as possible to releasethe brake. Driving with the parkingbrake on will cause the brakes towear out quickly and reduce fueleconomy. TRACTION CONTROL Y (IF EQUIPPED) Traction Control y helps the driver maintain the stability...

AdvanceTrac y system are most noticeable when driving in wet/snowy/icy road conditions and/or when performing emergency maneuvers. In anemergency lane-change, the driver will experience better overall controlof the vehicle. Driving conditions which may activate AdvanceTrac y include: • taking a turn...

During AdvanceTrac y operation you may experience the following: • A rumble or clicking sound much like ABS or Traction Control y • A slight deceleration or a reduction in the acceleration of the vehicle • The “TRAC ACTIVE” indicator light will illuminate • If your foot is on the brake pedal, you wi...

• Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering pump fluid level(below the MIN mark on the reservoir). If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is turnedoff), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more effort. If the steering wanders or pulls, the condition could ...

Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift islatched in P (Park). Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle. If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lampremains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your dealer or a qualified s...

has been learned. The adaptive learning strategy is maintained by powerfrom the battery. When the battery is disconnected or a new battery isinstalled, the transaxle must relearn its adaptive strategy. Optimalshifting will resume within a few hundred kilometers (miles) ofoperation. P (Park) Always c...

(Overdrive) may not be appropriate for certain terrains. Ifthe transaxle shifts back and forthbetween third and fourth gearswhile you are driving hilly roads orif your vehicle requires additional power for climbing hills, press the O/DOFF switch. The transaxle will be in the “overdrive on” mode when...

The reverse sensing system isautomatically enabled when the gearselector is placed in R (Reverse)and the ignition is ON. A reversesensing control allows the driver todisable the reverse sensing systemonly when the ignition is ON, andthe gear selector is in R (Reverse). The OFF indicator remainsillum...

Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on thecertification label. Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than theoriginals because they may lower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWRlimitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals donot increase the GVWR a...

TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with your vehicle requires the optional trailer towelectrical package and may require the use of an additional medium dutytrailer tow option package. Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle’s engine,transmission, axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. For you...

Engine Maximum GCWR - kg (lbs.) Trailer weight range (0 - maximum) - kg (lbs.) Van 3.8L 3 175 (7 000) 0-907 (0-2 000) Wagon 3.8L 3 175 (7 000) 0-907 (0-2 000) 3.8L with Trailer Tow Option 3 856 (8 500) 0-1 588 (0-3 500) Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the Safety ComplianceCertification lab...

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...

Exceeding the GCWR rating may cause internal transmissiondamage and void your warranty coverage. Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require morefrequent service intervals. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide formore information. Trailer towing tip...

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist if you should 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 Basic warranty peri...

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. Your vehicle is equipped with a Pull Fuse feature that when...

The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 1 10A Right Stepwell Lamp, LeftStepwell Lamp, Right PuddleLamp, Left Puddle Lamp, Left 2ndRow Reading Lamp, Right 2ndRow Reading Lamp, Left 3rd RowReading Lamp, Right 3rd RowReading Lamp,...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 3 15A LH Power Mirror Motor, RHPower Mirror Motor, AdjustablePedal Motor, Memory Module (ifequipped) 4 — Not Used 5 20A Console Power Point 6 15A Radio, Compact Disc Changer,Remote Keyless Entry Module,PSD (Power Slidin...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 26 10A Airbag Module, Passenger airbagdeactivated indicator, PassengerSeat Weight Pressure sensor ECU 27 — Not Used 28 10A Cluster 29 — Not Used Relay 1 — Switched System Power Relay #4 Relay 2 — Accessory Delay Relay R...

The high-current fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description 1 30A* Powertrain Control Module Relay 2 10A* Powertrain Control Module, FrontElectronic Module 3 10A* A/C Compressor Clutch 4 25A* Horns, Horn Relay (coil) 5 15A* Fuel Pump Motor, Pow...

Temporary spare tire information Your vehicle may have a temporary spare tire. The temporary spare tirefor your vehicle is labeled as such. It is smaller than a regular tire and isdesigned for emergency use only. Replace this tire with a full-size tire assoon as possible. If you use the temporary sp...

Removing the jack and tools 1. Locate the access panel on the interior trim. Rotate the two panelretaining clips and remove the panel. 2. Remove the jack and lug nut wrench by turning the thumbscrewcounterclockwise to remove clamp and relieve tension against thestowage bracket. Removing the spare ti...

Tire change procedure When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the transaxlealone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the vehicle is in P (Park). To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire, besure the parking brake is set, then block (in b...

JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames,sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes, andclothing, if contacted. Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. ...

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

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery. 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposedmetal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and thecarburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker ...

Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine atmoderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for anadditional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. Removing the j...

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 by wheel lift or flatbedequipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has notapproved a slin...

If your vehicle must be towed with the drive wheels on the ground: • Place the transaxle in N (Neutral). • DO NOT exceed the distance of 80 km (50 miles). • DO NOT exceed the speed of 56 km/h (35 mph). If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicledamage may occur. Ford Motor Company...

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

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

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

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

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

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

In the United States, using leaded fuel may also result in difficultyimporting your vehicle back into the U.S. 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 canno...

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

CLEANING THE ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • The engine must be cool to the touch before spraying with water. • Never spray a hot engine with cold water, as damage to theengine block or engine co...

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

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

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.8L OHV V6 engine 1. Brake fluid reservoir 2. Air filter assembly 3. Power distribution box 4. Battery 5. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 6. Engine oil dipstick 7. Engine oil filler cap 8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 9. Engine coolant res...

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

ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervalsfor checking the engine oil. 1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into theoil pan. 3. Set the parking brake and ensure t...

• If the oil level is below the MINmark, add enough oil to raise thelevel within the MIN-MAX range. • Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oilmust be removed from the engine by a service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil ...

BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice. However, for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check thebattery electrolyte level. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide forthe service ...

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...

Because your vehicle’s engine is electronically controlled by a computer,some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. Whenthe battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the engine mustrelearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability andperformance. To...

ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at themileage intervals listed in the scheduled maintenance guide. The coolantconcentration should be maintained at 50/50 coolant and water, whichequates to a freeze point of -36° C (-34° F). Coola...

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...

If you have to add more than 1.0 liter (1.0 quart) of engine coolant permonth, have your dealer check the engine cooling system. Your coolingsystem may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low level of coolantcan result in engine overheating and possible engine damage. Recycled engine coolant For...

If you drive in extremely hot climates: • It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentrationabove 40%. • NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40%. • Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% willdecrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the enginecoolant and may...

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

Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveabilityproblems during a cold start, try a different brand of “Regular” unleadedgasoline. “Premium” unleaded gasoline is not recommended (particularlyin the United States) because it may cause these problems to becomemore p...

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

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

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

• Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go, city-type traffic withat least four idle periods. Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting theengine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. Theengine must warm up to its normal operating temperature....

4. Checkthe fluid level in thereservoir. It should be between theMIN and MAX lines. Do not addfluid if the level is within this range. 5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checkingthe level until it reaches the correct operating range. Be sure to put thecap back on the re...

specifications in this chapter. DOT 3 fluid is recommended. However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used . 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 wat...

5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. Ifnecessary, refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick. 6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube. 7. Remove the dipstick and insp...

Traction AA A B C The traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA, A, B, and C. Thegrades represent the tire’s ability to stop on wet pavement as measuredunder controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces ofasphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor tractionperformance. Th...

• Vehicle speeds less than 30 km/h (20 mph), greater than 120 km/h(70 mph) or driving duration less than 10 miles. • Transporting a heavy load or towing a trailer. • A different tire was replace and was not the same brand, type, size,speed rating, load carrying capacity and DOT code as the other tir...

• 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 Label. Make sure that all tires are the same s...

Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size, type,load-carrying capacity and tread design (e.g., “All Terrain”, etc.), as originally offered by Ford. Do not replace your tires with “high performance” tires or largersize tires. Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect th...

• If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle. • Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. Do not usetire chains on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicledamage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle whenusing snow tires and chains. MOT...

REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Brake fluid Motorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluid 1 All Fill to MAX lineon reservoir Engine oil(includes filterchange) Motorcraft SAE5W-20 SuperPremium MotorOil 3.8L engine 5.44L(5.75 quarts) Engine coolant 2 MotorcraftPrem...

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...

A Accessory delay ..........................87 AdvanceTrac ..............................183 Air bag supplementalrestraint system ........155–156, 160 and child safety seats ............157description ......................156, 160disposal ....................................162driver air bag .........

overdrive off ..............................14safety belt .................................12traction control active ..............13traction control off ...................13turn signal indicator .................15 Load limits .................................193 GAWR ................................

V Vehicle dimensions ...................281 Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) ..........................................283 Vehicle loading ..........................193 Ventilating your vehicle ...........179 W Warning chimes ...........................15 Warning lights (see Lights) .......10 Wash...