Ford 2003 Taurus v.3- User Manual

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possibledamage to others, your vehicle and its equipment? In this guide, answersto such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warningtriangle symbol. These comm...

SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-BumperCoverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 7.3LPower Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is eligiblefor Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties. For adetai...

Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols. Please read the section Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury...

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat InstallationWarning Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -No...

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

Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warninglight is functional, it willmomentarily illuminate when theignition is turned to the ON positionwhen the engine is not running, or in a position between ON and START,or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the ONp...

Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below thenormal range, refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. Low coolant (if equipped): Illuminates when the coolant level inthe coolant reservoir is low andmore needs to be added, refer to Engine coolant in th...

Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range (between “H” and“C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stopthe vehicle as soon as safelypossible, switch off the engineand let the engi...

AM/FM STEREO 1. Clock: To set the hour, press and hold the H control. When thedesired hour appears, release thecontrol. To set the minute, press and holdthe M control. When the desiredminute appears, release the control. 2. Bass: Press / to decrease/increase the bass output. 3. Treble: Press / to de...

21. EJ (Eject): Press to eject a tape. AUDIO SYSTEM WITH AM/FM STEREO/SINGLE CD PLAYER 1. Clock: To set the hour, press and hold the H control. When thedesired hour appears, release thecontrol. To set the minute, press and holdthe M control. When the desiredminute appears, release the control. 2. Ba...

5. Line up the CD with the grooveof the disc holder. Ensure that thelabel on the CD faces downwards. 6. Press the disc holder until it lockssecurely into the magazine. Ensure that the disc holder isevenly inserted and at the samelevel as the magazine (A). The unitwill not operate if the disc holder ...

• Remove loose labels before inserting tapes. • Allow tapes which have been subjected to extreme heat, humidity orcold to reach a moderate temperature before playing. • Clean the cassette player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after10–12 hours of play to maintain good sound/operation. Don’t:...

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM 1. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of theairflow in the vehicle. 2. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in thevehicle. See the following for a briefdescription on each control. MAX A/C: Uses recirculated air through th...

10. : Distributes air through the windshield defroster ducts and floor ducts. The system will automatically provide outside air to reducewindow fogging. 11. : Distributes air through the floor and rear seat floor ducts (if equipped). 12. : Distributes air through the instrument panel and center cons...

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

HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights normallycontrolled by the hea...

To see a clearer light pattern foradjusting, you may want to blockthe light from one headlamp whileadjusting the other. 5. Locate the vertical adjuster oneach headlamp. Using a 4 mmwrench, turn the adjuster eitherclockwise (to adjust down) orcounterclockwise (to adjust up).The horizontal edge of the...

INTERIOR LAMPS REPLACING THE INTERIOR BULBS Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. Dome lamps and map lamps • ON or D : The dome light will stay on. • DOOR or middle position: Thedome light will only come on if adoor is opened. • OFF or : The lamp will not come on at all. With the control in t...

Rear dome lamp (if equipped) The dome lamp lights when: • any door is opened with thecontrol in the middle position. • the instrument panel dimmerswitch is held up until thecourtesy lamps come on. • any of the remote entry controlsare pressed and the ignition isOFF. • the lamp control is moved to th...

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

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

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

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

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

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

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease thespeed of the wipers. Windshield washer: Push the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe ofthe wipers without washer fluid. • a quick pus...

Changing the wiper blades 1. Pull the wiper arm away from thevehicle. Turn the blade at an anglefrom the wiper arm. Push the lockpin manually to release the bladeand pull the wiper blade downtoward the windshield to remove itfrom the arm. 2. Attach the new wiper to thewiper arm and press it into pla...

One touch down Allows the driver’s window to openfully without holding the controldown. Press completely down onAUTO and release quickly. Pressagain to stop. Window lock The window lock feature allows onlythe driver to operate the powerwindows. To lock out all the window controlsexcept for the drive...

The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever thevehicle is placed in R (Reverse)(when the mirror is on) to ensure abright clear view when backing up. Electronic compass (if equipped) The compass reading will remain accurate during most drivingconditions. Unknown to the driver, t...

2. With the compass display turnedon, press and hold the COMP side ofthe control for no more than fiveseconds until the zone selectionnumber appears in the mirrordisplay window. If a “C” appears, see Compass calibration adjustment. 3. Release the COMP side of thecontrol, then press it down again. 4....

Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors are heatedautomatically to remove ice, mistand fog when the rear windowdefrost is activated. Do not remove ice from themirrors with a scraper orattempt to readjust the mirrorglass if it is frozen in place.These actions could cause damage to the glass...

Setting speed control The controls for using your speedcontrol are located on the steeringwheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and releaseit. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 3. Press the SET + control andrelease it. 4. Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal. 5. The indicator ligh...

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

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

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

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

Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammedbecause you lost one, or would like to buy additional remote entrytransmitters, you can either reprogram them yourself, or take all remote entry transmitters to your authorized dealer for rep...

The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if: • the ignition switch is turned to the ON position, or • the remote transmitter lock control is pressed, or • after 25 seconds of illumination. The dome lamp control (if equipped) must not be set to the OFF position for the illuminat...

You may also perform the following power door lock sequence toenable/disable the perimeter lamps feature: 1. Turn the ignition to ON, then press the power door unlock control 3times. 2. Turn the ignition to OFF, then press the power door unlock control 3times. 3. Turn the ignition to ON, and within ...

• The factory set code will work even if you have set your own personalcode. • If you set a second personal code it will erase your first personal code. Erasing personal code 1. Enter the factory set 5–digit code. 2. Press and hold the 1 • 2 for two seconds and release; this must be done within five...

To deactivate/reactivate the autolock feature using the power doorunlock control You must complete steps 1-7 within 30 seconds or the procedure willhave to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, you mustwait 30 seconds. 1. Turn the ignition key to RUN. 2. Press the power door unlock con...

Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the samekey chain may cause vehicle starting issues. You need to prevent theseobjects from touching the coded key while starting the engine. Theseobjects will not cause dama...

Replacing coded keys can be very costly. Store an extra programmed keyaway from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent anyinconveniences. Please visit an authorized dealer to purchase additionalspare or replacement keys. Programming spare keys You can program your own coded keys to your vehicle...

Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions: • Unlock the doors by pressing the control on your remote entry transmitter. • Unlock the doors by using the keyless entry pad. • Unlock the doors with a key. Turn the key full travel (toward the frontof the vehicle) to ...

SEATING Notes: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk ofinjury in a collision or sudden stop. Adjustable head restraints (if e...

Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) The lumbar control is located on thefront of the seat cushion. Turn to adjust lumbar support. Adjusting the front manual seat Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the l...

Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Press to raise or lower the frontportion of the seat cushion. Press to raise or lower the rearportion of the seat cushion. Press the control to move the seatforward, backward, up or down. RE...

To close the seat, make sure the safety belts are properly stowed, thenlift the remote latch release and push the seat down until it latches. Pullup on the handle and push the floor panel into place. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System The Personal Safety System provides an improved overall lev...

risk of force-related injuries to the occupant’s chest by limiting the loadon the occupant. Refer to Safety Belt section in this chapter. Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational The Personal Safety System uses a warning light in the instrumentcluster or a back-up tone to indicate th...

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

2. To unfasten, push the releasebutton and remove the tongue fromthe buckle. Energy management retractors Your vehicle has a seat belt system equipped with energy managementretractors at the driver and front outboard passenger seating positions. An energy management retractor is a device which pays ...

After any vehicle collision, the seat belt system at all outboardseating positions (except driver, which has no “automatic locking retractor” feature) must be checked by a qualified technician to verifythat the “automatic locking retractor” feature for child seats is stillfunctioning properly. In ad...

then adapt the air bag deployment or safety belt pretensioner activationbased upon safety belt usage. The Personal Safety System provides the most benefit to beltedoccupants. The system monitors and tailors the air bag deployment based upon safety belt usage. Failure to properly wearyour safety belt...

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

shoulder and chest. Be sure the belt is not twisted. If the belt is twisted,remove the twist. Insert the tongue into the proper buckle for yourseating position until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure thetongue is securely fastened to the buckle by pulling on the tongue. The lap belt shoul...

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts:(All statistics based on U.S. data) Reasons given... Consider... “Crashes are rareevents” 36700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we are exposed to “rare” events,even for good drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be ser...

equipped), child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors, and attachinghardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford Motor Companyrecommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in acollision be replaced. However, if the collision was minor and a qualifiedtechnician finds t...

• one or more impact and safing sensors. • the same indicator light, RCM (restraints control module) anddiagnostic unit used for the Personal safety system. The air bag supplemental restraints are an integral part of the PersonalSafety System. They are designed to be deployed in cases where thePerso...

Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the airbag: • Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching thepedals comfortably. • Recline the seat slightly (one or two degrees) from the uprightposition. Do not put anything on or over the air bag module. Placingobjec...

Children and air bags Children must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rearseating positions than in the frontseating position. Failure to followthese instructions may increase therisk of injury in a collision. Air bags can...

are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the timeof air bag deployment. Thus, it is extremely important that occupants beproperly restrained as far away from the air bag module as possible whilemaintaining vehicle control. Several air bag system components get hot after inflat...

The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains lateraldeceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuitthat initiates air bag inflation. The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean thatsomething is wrong with the system. Rather...

or younger and who weigh 18 kg [40 lbs] or less) ride in your vehicle,you must put them in safety seats made especially for children. Checkyour local and state or provincial laws for specific requirementsregarding the safety of children in your vehicle. When possible, alwaysplace children under age ...

bend comfortably. Booster seats also make the shoulder belt fit betterand more comfortably for growing children. When children should use booster seats Children need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow thetoddler seat until they are big enough for the vehicle seat andlap/shoulder belt to...

• Those with a high back. If, with a backless booster seat,you cannot find a seating positionthat adequately supports yourchild’s head, a high back boosterseat would be a better choice. Both can be used in any vehicle in a seating position equipped withlap/shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lbs...

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 ...

Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions includedwith the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in a suddenstop or collision. Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulderbelts Air bags c...

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

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

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

3. If the temperature is below -12° C (10° F) and the engine does notstart in 15 seconds on the first try, turn the key OFF and wait 10seconds and try again. If the engine does not start in two attempts, Pressthe accelerator pedal all the way to floor and hold. Turn the key toSTART position. 4. When...

-23° C (-10° F) or below. For best results, plug the heater in at leastthree hours before starting the vehicle. The heater can be plugged in thenight before starting the vehicle. To prevent electrical shock, do not use your heater withungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. ...

full steering control during hard braking and on slippery surfaces.However, the ABS does not decrease stopping distance. ABS warning lamp ABS The ABS lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON. If the light does not illuminate during startup, remains on ...

During Traction Control 娂 operation, the traction control active light willilluminate, you may hear an electricmotor type of sound coming fromthe engine compartment and theengine will not “rev-up” when you push further on the accelerator. Thisis normal system behavior and should be no reason for con...

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

Driving with an automatic overdrive transaxle Your automatic overdrive transaxleprovides fully automatic operation ineither (Overdrive) or D (Drive). Driving with the gearshift leverin (Overdrive) gives the best fuel economy for normal drivingconditions. For manual control, startin 1 (First) and the...

If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, it may be rocked out byshifting from forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts in asteady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear. If necessary, try turning the Traction Control 娂 system off....

TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle is classified as a light duty towing vehicle. The amount ofweight you can safely tow depends on the type of engine you have inyour vehicle. Your vehicle does not come from the factory fully equippedto tow. No towing packages are available through Ford orMercury/Lincoln de...

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

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

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

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford 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...

Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1–800–665–2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain reimbursementinformation, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call1-800-241-3673; Lincoln vehicle custo...

To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panelcover. The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/relay location Fuse amp rating Passenger compartment fuse panel description 1 — Accessory delay relay 2 — Driver one touch down relay 3 — Blower motor relay 4 — Flasher relay 5 — Not used ...

Fuse/relay location Fuse amp rating Passenger compartment fuse panel description 36 15A Turn signals, Back-up lamps 37 15A Transmission position switch 38 5A GEM park neutral switch 39 — Not used 40 — Not used 41 — Not used 42 — Not used Power distribution box The power distribution box islocated in...

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

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

may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is considered normal andwill not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time, theadaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation. 1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle. 2. Do not disconnect the battery ...

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

Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of thebooster vehicle’s battery. + – + – + – + – Roadside Emergencies 143

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 of a roadside assistance program, yourroadside assistance service provider.It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbedequipment. Do not tow with a slingbe...

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

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

• available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Companyvehicles. The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. FordMotor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modifyprocedures and/or to discontinue this service without notice and withoutincu...

before the Board, this is not a requirement and the Board will decide thecase whether or not an oral presentation is made. An oral presentationmay be requested by the Board as well. Making a decision Board members review all available information related to eachcomplaint, including oral presentation...

The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relatively speedyalternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce asettlement have failed. This procedure is without cost to you and isdesigned to eliminate the need for lengthy and expensive legalproceedings. In the CAMVAP program,...

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

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

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

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

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

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

OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom of the instrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle andrelease the auxiliary latch located inthe center between the hood andthe grille. 3. Lift the hood until the liftcylinders hold it open. Maintenanc...

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

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meetsFord specification WSB-M8B16–A2.Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. State or local regulations on volatile organic c...

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

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

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

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

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

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

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the “cold fill level” or within the “coldfill range” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending uponapplication). • Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval...

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

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

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

• DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fillposition. Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1/8 turn on/offfeature.When fueling your vehicle:1. Turn the engine off.2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/8 of a turn until itstops...

Fuel quality Many of the world’s automakersissued the World-wide Fuel Charterthat recommends gasolinespecifications to provide improvedperformance and emission controlsystem protection for your vehicle.Gasolines that meet the World-wideFuel Charter should be used whenavailable. Ask your fuel supplie...

amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicatesempty. Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fueltank after the fuel gauge indicates empty. The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and shouldnot be relied upon to increase driving range. When re...

economy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping recordsduring summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fueleconomy. In general, lower temperatures give lower fuel economy. Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and ...

• Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow therecommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checksfound in your vehicle scheduled maintenance guide. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economyat any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight...

and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tiregraded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actualconditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from thenorm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, anddifferences in road charact...

• Adjust tire pressure to recommended specifications found on theCertification Label located on the driver’s door panel. Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can failsuddenly, possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control. Tire rotation Because your vehicle’s tires perform diffe...

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 rating, and load-carrying capacity. Use only the tire combinationsrecommended on the label. If...

• Remove the tire cables when they are no longer needed. Do not usetire cables on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicledamage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle whenusing snow tires and cables. • Do not exceed 48 km/h (30 mph) with tire cables on...

Items Ford PartName orequivalent Ford PartNumber FordSpecification Automatictransaxle (AX4Sand 4F50N 1 ) MotorcraftMERCON 威 V ATF XT-5-QM MERCON 威 V Engine oil Motorcraft SAE5W-20 PremiumSynthetic BlendMotor Oil XO-5W20-QSP WSS-M2C153-Hand APICertificationMark Constantvelocity joints CV Joint Grease...

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

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

A Accessory delay ..........................49 Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ..............................92–93, 96 and child safety seats ..............95description ..........................93, 96disposal ......................................98driver air bag ................93, 95, 97ind...

Warning lights (see Lights) .......10 Washer fluid ..............................165 Water, Driving through .............121 Windows power .........................................48rear wiper/washer .....................46 Windshield washer fluid andwipers .............................................