Ford 2004 Freestar v.2- 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 6.0LPower 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 extensive 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 ...

Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properlyinstalled. Continued driving withthis light on may cause the Checkengine warning light to come on,refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specification chapter. Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warninglig...

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A chime will alsosound to remind you to fasten yoursafety belt. Check transaxle: Illuminates when a transaxle problem has beendetected and shifting may berestricted. If the light remains on,have the system servicedimmediately. Charging system: Ill...

Traction Control y or AdvanceTrac y active (if equipped): Illuminates when the Traction Control y is active, refer to the Driving chapter for more information. • Without Message Center • With Message Center Traction Control y or AdvanceTrac y off light (if equipped): Illuminates when the Traction Co...

GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. 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...

AM/FM STEREO SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. / Tuner: Press to manually go up or down the radiofrequency. Also use in menu modeto select various settings. 2. Audio: Press to access select various settings. Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use / / SEEK, SEEK . Bass: Press to adjust the bass settin...

Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers. Use / / SEEK . Speed sensitive volume (if equipped): Radio volume automatically changes slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Press MENU to access and use / / SEEK to adjust. Setting the clock: Press ME...

16. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM frequency band. 17. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn ON/OFF. Turn to increase/decreasevolume.If the volume is set above a certainlevel and the ignition is turned off,the volume will come back on at a“nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. 18...

PARENTAL CONTROL Simultaneously press the radiopreset controls 3 and 5 toenable/disable the rear seat audiocontrols as well as the Family Entertainment DVD system (if equipped). DUAL PLAY MODE Press / on the rear seat audio controls or simultaneously press theradio preset controls 2 and 4 toenable/d...

CASSETTE/PLAYER CARE Do: • Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a pen or pencil into the hole andturning the hub. • 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 casset...

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 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 a...

5. A/C: Press to engage/disengage. Uses outside or recirculated air to cool the vehicle. Engages automatically in MAX A/C, Defrost andFloor/Defrost. The A/C indicator light will illuminate in MAX A/C modeand may or may not illuminate in Defrost, Floor/Defrost modesdepending on the previous selection...

ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL(IF EQUIPPED) 1. Defrost : Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents. Can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. The systemwill automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. 2. Rear temperature control: Press to inc...

OPERATING TIPS Automatic fan and air distribution are set primarily by the drivertemperature settings. When the driver and passenger temperaturesettings are very different, you may need to use the manual fan speedsetting to achieve passenger comfort. • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. Note: Some vehicles may be equipped with a headlamps on with wipers feature. In order for this feature to work: • the igniton must be in run and the fr...

To program the auto lamp exit time delay: 1. Start with the ignition in OFF and the autolamps selected. 2. Deselect the auto lamps. 3. Put the ignition in RUN. 4. Put the ignition in OFF. 5. Select the autolamps. • Note: Steps 2 through 5 must be performed within a 10 second period. • At this point,...

Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate. Battery saver The battery saver will shut off the exterior lamps and interior lamps,except the hazard warning lamps if activated, 10 minutes after theignition control has been turned off. The battery saver will extend theti...

Domelamp Control The panel dimmer control also controls the domelamp operation. • Rotate the thumbwheel fully to the right, past detent to activate thedomelamp. • In order to turn off the domelamp, rotate the thumbwheel to the left. The dome lamp will not illuminate if the control switch is in the O...

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 a No. 2Phillips screwdriver t...

Dome lamps (if equipped) The front dome lamp is located overhead between the driver andpassenger seats. The dome lamp will stay on if thepanel dimmer control is moved tothe passenger side position. Whenthe control is in the middle position,the lamp will only come on when adoor is opened. If the cont...

2. Remove the two retainer pins torelease the headlamp assembly andpull headlamp assembly forward toexpose the back of the bulb. 3. Disconnect the electricalconnector from the bulb by pullingrearward and unlock the bulb byrotating it counterclockwise. Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and kee...

3. To remove the side marker bulb, turn the bulb socketcounterclockwise, and pull the bulbstraight out of the socket. 4. To remove the parking/turn bulb, turn the socket on the bottomof the headlamp assemblycounterclockwise and pull the bulbstraight out of the socket. Install the new bulb(s) in reve...

Replacing license plate lamp bulb The license plate bulbs are located in the license plate housing assemblyon the liftgate. To change the license plate bulbs: 1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the OFF position. 2. Remove the license lamp screwfrom the assembly. 3. Pull the lamp down and twist th...

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...

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Type A Lift the mirror cover to turn on thevisor mirror lamps. Type B Lift the mirror cover to turn on thevisor mirror lamp. The visor willslide back and forth on the rod forincreased sunlight coverage. OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehi...

overhead console. When the vehicle is turned off, the electronics displaywill remember the last display state. Outside air temperature The temperature can be displayed ineither Centigrade or Fahrenheit.This is controlled via the MessageCenter. Please refer to the Message Center in this chapter to ch...

3. Press and hold the momentarypush-button for approximately 4seconds, until VAR is displayed,then release it. (Pressing themomentary push-button for 8seconds de-calibrates thecompass—see Compass Calibration Mode). 4. Press the button to increment theVAR number to the desired VARnumber. Wait 5 secon...

SLIDING DOOR OPERATION Manual door operation If equipped with a Power Sliding Door (PSD), turn the Power DoorLockout control on the overhead console to the OFF position. Refer tothe Disabling power operation of the PSD section in this chapter for more information. Note: Before unlatching the left si...

Vehicle operation with the door in the open position is not recommended. Abrupt vehicle acceleration or deceleration could cause the door to move suddenly and could result in injury or damage to thedoor. If the vehicle is parked on a downhill grade, the door could slamshut and could result in injury...

• pushing and releasing the right orleft hand second row passengercontrol. The control(s) arelocated on the trim panel in frontof the sliding door. • manually pulling the inside oroutside sliding door handle. • by manually moving the doorwhen the door is in the open position. Manually pull the door ...

To open the sliding door when thechild safety lock is on: • Unlock the sliding door and openthe door from the outside. • Press the right or left handcontrol on the overhead consoleor the remote to open the door. • The second row passenger switch will still be functional to open thedoor. To prevent t...

CLOCK (IF EQUIPPED) Press the right + control to movethe time display forward. Press the left - control to move thetime display backwards. AUXILIARY POWER POINT Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hangany type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug.Improper use of th...

• Located next to the second rowseat. • Located on the right trim panel inthe rear cargo area. POWER WINDOWS When closing the powerwindows, you should verify they are free of obstructions andensure that children and/or petsare not in the proximity of thewindow openings. Press and hold the bottom par...

One touch down Allows the driver’s window to openfully without holding the controldown. Press completely down onthe bottom part of the rocker switchand release quickly. Press the toppart of the rocker switch to stop. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches and radio may be used for...

Do not block the sensor on the backside of the inside rear view mirrorsince this may impair proper mirror performance. Will automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare. Power side view mirrors To adjust your mirrors: 1. Select to adjust the left mirror or to adjust the right mirror. 2. Move the ...

Fold-away mirrors Pull the side mirrors in carefullywhen driving through a narrowspace, like an automatic car wash. 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 a...

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...

Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal. This willnot erase your vehicle’spreviously set speed. • Press the speed control OFFcontrol. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speedcontrol set speed memory is erased....

CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. Theseinclude: • Utility compartment CELL PHONE USE The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasinglyimportant in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,drivers must not compr...

3. Use a screwdriver to screw locator post into vehicle carpeting. Exertpressure while turning to pierce the carpeting. When installed properly, the locator will not screw down tightly, but willrotate freely. Use only Ford original Equipment floor mats. Do not stack multiple floormats over the Ford ...

8. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds andrelease the HomeLink t button. Repeat the press/hold/release sequence again, and, depending on the brand of the garage door opener (or otherrolling code equipped device), repeat this sequence a third time tocomplete the programming. ...

may also be used at any time. In the event that there are stillprogramming difficulties, contact HomeLink t at www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515. Erasing HomeLink T buttons To erase the three programmedbuttons (individual buttons cannotbe erased): • Press and hold the two outerHomeLink t buttons un...

Selectable features Reset Press this control to select and reset functions shown in the INFO menuand SETUP menu. Info menu This control displays the followingoptions: • Odometer • Distance to Empty • Trip Odometer • Average Fuel Economy • Trip Elapsed Drive Time • Display On/Off (top two lines) Odom...

Average Fuel Economy (AFE) Select this function from the INFOmenu to display your average fueleconomy in 100 km/liters ormiles/gallon. If you calculate your average fueleconomy by dividing liters of fuelused by 100 kilometers traveled (miles traveled by gallons used), yourfigure may be different tha...

Setup menu Press this control for the followingdisplays: • Language • Units (English/Metric) • System Check Language 1. Select this function from theSETUP menu for the currentlanguage to be displayed. 2. Pressing the RESET controlcycles the message center througheach of the language choices. 3. Pres...

This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist withinthe vehicle. Driver’s door ajar Warning cannot be reset Passenger door ajar Left rear door ajar Right rear door ajar Transmission overheated Warning returns after 10 minutes Check traction control (ifequipped) Park brake set Che...

CHECK FUEL CAP. Displayed when the fuel filler cap is not properly installed. Check the fuel filler cap for proper installation. Refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. CHECK TIRES. Displayed when low tire pressure is detected in one or more tires. Refer to Checking t...

DATA ERR. These messages indicate improper operation of the vehicle network communication between electronic modules. • Fuel Computer • Oil life • Charging system • Door sensor • Liftgate sensor • Exterior lamps • Traction control • Washer fluid • Brake Fluid Contact your dealer as soon as possible ...

CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo net (if equipped) The cargo pouch net secureslightweight objects in the cargoarea. Attach the net to the anchorsprovided. Do not put more than 22kg (50 lbs.) in the net. The cargo net is notdesigned to restrain objects during a collision or heavybraking. Utility hooks (if e...

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

remote entry keypad (if equipped), or using the lock button on theremote entry transmitter (if equipped). Childproof door locks • When these locks are set, thesliding doors cannot be openedwith the inside handle. • The sliding doors can be openedfrom the outside when the doorsare unlocked. The child...

To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the twohalves of the remote entrytransmitter near the key ring. DONOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVERAND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THEFRONT HOUSING OF THEREMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER. 2. Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals on the backsurface of the circu...

To reprogram the remote entrytransmitters: 1. Ensure the vehicle is electronically unlocked. 2. Put the key in the ignition. 3. Turn the key from the 3 (OFF) position to 4 (ON). 4. Cycle eight times rapidly (within 10 seconds) between the 3 (OFF)position and 4 (ON). Note: The eighth turn must end in...

The panel dimmer control must not be set to the off position for the illuminated entry system to operate. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the panel dimmer control, or • any door, power sliding door (if equipped) or the liftgate is open. The battery saver will ...

2. Turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF) position, then press the power doorunlock control 3 times. 3. Turn the ignition to 4 (ON) position. Completing the sequence within30 seconds enters a program mode and is confirmed by a horn chirp.Activating or deactivating perimeter lighting once in program mode i...

Theft indicator The theft indicator is located on top of the instrument panel. • When the ignition is in the 3 (OFF) position, the indicator will flashonce every 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLock y system is functioning as a theft deterrent. • When the ignition is in the 4 (ON) position, the indi...

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...

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across the hips. Lift handle to move seat forward orbackward. Pull lever up to adjust seatback. Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving. Do not pile...

Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) The lumbar control is located on theinboard side of the seat under thearmrest. Rotate the control to change thefirmness of the lumbar support. Kangaroo pouch and map pocket (if equipped) The front of the cushion contains a pocket which can be used to hol...

REAR SEATS Head restraints Lift the head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possiblebehind your head. The head restraints can be movedup and down by pulling up on thehead restraint. Push button to lower head restraint. Seat mounted cup holders (if equipped) Deploy by pressing th...

The cupholder is designed to detach from the seat when subjected toheavy load. The cupholder can be reinstalled by returning to the closedposition. Adjusting 2nd row seats (if equipped) Lift control to adjust seat forward or backward. • 2nd row bucket seat (ifequipped) Seating and Safety Restraints ...

• 2nd row bench seat (if equipped) Note: This seat can be movedforward to keep a child in aLATCH child restraint attachedto the LATCH anchors at thecenter of the bench seat close tothe front seat occupants or toincrease cargo room withoutremoving the seat. The seatshould be moved to the fullrearward...

Second row bench seat tip slide feature 1. Push the side easy-entry controlhandle forward and allow the seatback to flip forward. 2. Push the seat forward to allowaccess to the third row. After entering the 3rd row, pull backthe seatback until it latches. Thiswill latch and lock the seatback andthe ...

After exiting the third row, pushrearward on the cushion of the seatto return the seat to its originalposition. Push the seatback rearward until itlatches. This will latch and lock theseatback and the seat track. Note: Do not attempt to return the seat by pushing on the seatback, as this will cause ...

3. Clip the end of the belt to thestationary portion of the shoulderbelt coming out of the trim panel. The end of the shoulder belt must be clipped in order to keep it fromstriking anything during vehicleoperation. 4. Position seatback in full downposition. 5. From behind seat pull straightback on t...

3. Lower back of seat onto the reartubs until both release controls latchinto place. Be sure that the seat islocked in place both front and back. Do not place the seat front hooks on the front most pin of the front tub.Doing so will not allow the seat to fully install in vehicle. Ensure seat is latc...

4. Store the belt in the housingfound on the ceiling by inserting thesmaller tongue in the slot provided. Note: The seat can be stowed with the safety belt connected if desired.Store the tongue of the slidinglatchplate in the belt pocket toavoid potential damage to the seat. 5. Push the head restrai...

8. Pull the number 3 strap on the seat back to tumble seat all the way into the tub in the floor. Do not use the seat anchors as cargo tie downs. Unstowing the third row seat Ensure seat latching area is free of objects. 1. Lift the seat out of the tub in thefloor by pulling up on the exposedstrap o...

2. To return the seat back to theseating position, pull the number 1strap, then while holding thenumber 1 strap, pull the number 3strap to raise the seat back. 3. Release the number 1 strap toallow the seat to lock, then releasethe number 3 strap. 4. Pull up on the head restraints to adjust them.5. ...

How does the Personal Safety System work? The Personal Safety System can adapt the deployment strategy of yourvehicle’s safety devices according to crash severity and occupantconditions. A collection of crash and occupant sensors providesinformation to the Restraints control module (RCM). During a c...

Passenger occupant classification sensor (OCS) A label is located under the front passenger seat which is marked “OCS”.Take your vehicle to any Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer for assistance. For air bags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and thisforce can pose a potentially deadly ...

Front safety belt pretensioners The safety belt pretensioners at the front outboard seating positions aredesigned to tighten the safety belts firmly against the occupant’s bodyduring a frontal or near-frontal collision. This maximizes the effectivenessof the safety belts and helps properly position ...

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

Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode, which allows free shoulder belt lengthadjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehiclemovement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a cornersharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 8 km/h (5mp...

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

Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt restsacross the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt andincrease the risk of injury in a collision. Third row comfort guide The safety belt for the 3rd rowcente...

Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the BeltMinder chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of injury in an accident. To disable (one-time) or deactivate the BeltMinder feature please follow the directions stated below. One time disable If at any time the driver/front...

vehicles involved in a collision be replaced. However, if the collision wasminor and a qualified technician finds that the belts do not show damageand continue to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced,except as described in the Replacing the front seat belt assemblies after a collision s...

“supplemental restraint” means the air bags are intended as asupplement to the safety belts. Air bags alone cannot protect as well asair bags plus safety belts in impacts for which the air bags are designedto deploy, and air bags do not offer any protection in crashes for whichthey do not deploy. Im...

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...

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following: • The readiness light (same lightfor front and side air bag system)will either flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will notilluminate immediately after ignition is turned on. • A series of five beeps will be heard. The t...

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 ...

• diagnostic module. • and the electrical wiring which connects the components. The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and thesupplemental air bag electrical system wiring (including the impactsensors), the system wiring, the air bag system readiness light, the airbag back up power...

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 readi...

To reduce risk of injury, do not obstruct or place objects in thedeployment path of the inflatable Safety Canopy y . How does the Safety Canopy Y system work? The design and development of theSafety Canopy y system included recommended testing proceduresthat were developed by a group ofautomotive sa...

Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone toindicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Air bag readiness section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required. Any difficulty with the sy...

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. Children and safety belts If the child is the pro...

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

Both can be used in any vehicle in a seating position equipped withlap/shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lbs. The shoulder belt should cross the chest, resting snugly on the center ofthe shoulder. The lap belt should rest low and snug across the hips,never up high across the stomach. If the bo...

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

The tether anchors in your vehicleare in the positions shown: The front passenger seat with power adjustment does not have atether anchor. The two tether anchors on the back of the second row bench seat can be used either for child safety seats at the two seatingpositions, or either anchor can be us...

Rear seating positions Follow steps 1–7 as described above for the following available seats: • 2nd row bucket • 2nd row bench • 3rd row bench For additional important safety information on the proper use of safetybelts, child seats and infant seats, please read the entire Seating and safety restrai...

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

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

1. Turn the key to 5 (START)without pressing the acceleratorpedal and release as soon as theengine starts. The key will return to4 (ON). 2. When the engine starts, releasethe key. Note: If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try, turn the key to 3 (OFF), wait 10 seconds and tr...

BRAKES Occasional brake noise is normal. If a metal-to-metal, continuous grindingor continuous squeal sound is present, the brake linings may be worn-outand should be inspected by a qualified service technician. If the vehiclehas continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking,th...

are allowed to spin. If your vehicle seems to lose engine power whiledriving in deep sand or very deep snow, switching off the AdvanceTrac y stability enhancement feature will restore full engine power and willenhance momentum through the obstacle. Some drivers may notice a slight movement of the br...

1 (First) • Transaxle operates in first gear only. • Provides maximum engine braking. • Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever. • Will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; allows for 1 (First)when vehicle reaches slower speeds. When parking, do not use the gearshift in place of the parkin...

To help avoid personal injury, always use caution when in R(Reverse) and when using the RSS. This system is not designed to prevent contact with small ormoving objects. The system is designed to provide a warning to assist the driver in detecting large stationary objects to avoid damagingthe vehicle...

The RSS is automatically enabledwhen the gear selector is placed inR (Reverse) and the ignition is ON.The park aid disable switch allowsthe driver to disable the RSS onlywhen the ignition is ON, and thegear selector is in R (Reverse). TheOFF indicator remains illuminatedwhen the system is disabled. ...

your vehicle’s weight ratings, with or without a trailer, from the vehicle’sSafety Certification Label and Tire Label: Base Curb Weight – is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard equipment. It does not include passengers, cargo, oroptional equipment. Vehicle Curb W...

Vehicle towing capability/Trailer hitch requirement Trailer Model/ Engine GCWR - kg (lbs) Hitch type required Trailer Weight range - kg (lbs) Tongue load Van, 3.9L 3175 (7000) Class I Non-Equalizing Weight Carrying 0 - 907 (0 - 2000) 10–15% of TW (91 kg [200 lbs.] maximum) Wagon, 3.9L Wagon, 4.2L 32...

Safety chains Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the hook retainers on thehitch. To connect the trailer’s safety chains, cross the chains under thetrailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners. If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agencygives to you. D...

• To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will also assistin transmission cooling. (For additional information, refer to the Understanding the positions of the 4–speed automatictransmission section in this chapter. • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. • Do not exceed the GCWR rati...

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...

This switch is located behind theservice panel on the right side ofthe cargo area. To reset the switch: 1. Turn the ignition OFF. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no leaks are apparent, reset theswitch by pushing in on the resetbutton. 4. Turn the ignition ON. 5. Wait a few seconds and retu...

Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 2A Grey Grey — — — 3A Violet Violet — — — 4A Pink Pink — — — 5A Tan Tan — — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — — 10A Red Red — — — 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow ...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 12 5A Brake-Shift Interlock (BSI) Runfeed, Climate control system Runfeed 13 5A Compass/Driver heatedseat/Passenger heatedseats/Reverse sensingsystem/Power LiftgateModule/Power sliding door Runfeeds 14 5A Underhood fuse...

Always disconnect the battery before servicing high currentfuses. Always replace the cover to the power distribution box beforereconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and specificatio...

CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you get a flat tire while driving: • do not brake heavily. • gradually decrease the vehicle’s speed. • hold the steering wheel firmly. • slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. • If your low tire warning light is on, refer to Low tire warning in the Maintenance a...

• use tire chains • drive through an automatic car wash, because of the vehicle’s reducedground clearance • try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its wheel • use the wheel for any other type of vehicle Use of a temporary spare tire at any one wheel location can lead toimpairment o...

Removing the spare tire To remove the spare tire: 1. Open the liftgate and open theplastic cover from the carpeting oncargo floor to expose the hex nut.(On cargo van model, lift the flap inthe mat to expose the hex nut.) 2. Insert the lug nut wrench on thehex nut in cargo floor. 3. Turn the wrenchco...

• Secondary lock in locked position Note: Do not stow the full size tire or any flat tire under the vehicle. Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increasedrisk of loss of vehicle control, injury or death. Your vehicle may be equipped with a di...

• Wet weather driving capability • All-Wheel Driving Capability (if applicable) • Load Leveling Adjustment (if applicable) When driving with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel additional cautionshould be given to: • Towing a trailer • Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with...

13. Remove the jack and fullytighten the lug nuts in the ordershown. 14. If equipped with a bolted-onwheel cover, install the centerornament and tighten the fiveplastic nuts until they click (do notuse power tools on these nuts).Install the outer wheel cover. 15. If removed, install centerornament o...

Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, thetransmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the transmissionmay have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is considered normal andwill not affect function or durability of the transmission. Ov...

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable 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 covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. Do not connect the end of the second ...

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. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (...

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 by wheel lift or flatbedequipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt....

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home You must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer forwarranty repairs. While any Ford dealership handling your vehicle linewill provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your sellingdealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. Pl...

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to theDispute Settlement Board before taking action under the Magnuson-MossWarranty Act, or to the extent allowed by state law, before pursuingreplacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws. Thisdispute handling procedure ...

from Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership management, recognized fortheir business leadership qualities. What the Board needs To have your case reviewed you must complete the application in theDSB brochure and mail it to the address provided on the applicationform. Some states will require you to use...

Making a decision Board members review all available information related to eachcomplaint, including oral presentations, and arrive at a fair and impartialdecision. Board review may be terminated at any time by either party. Every effort is made to decide the case within 40 days of the date thatall ...

In the CAMVAP program, impartial third-party arbitrators conducthearings at mutually convenient times and places in an informalenvironment. These impartial arbitrators review the positions of theparties, make decisions and, when appropriate, render awards to resolvedisputes. CAMVAP decisions are fas...

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...

sliding door. If necessary, clean the contacts with Motorcraft Bug andTar Remover (ZC-42) to remove any sealant. Do not use any abrasiveson the contact surfaces. PAINT CHIPS Your dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your vehicle’s color.Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driv...

• Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all partsthat require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaningthe engine. • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunning engine may cause internal damag...

• Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts. • Wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol orwindshield washer solution. Be sure to replace wiper blades when theyappear worn or do not function properly. Do not use sharp objects, such as a razor blade, to clean t...

Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle’ssafety belts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing. Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaningthe seat-mounted side air bag. Such products could contaminate the side air bag system and affect performance of the ...

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 left corner of the instrumentpanel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that islocated under the front center ofthe hood. 3. Lift the hood and secure it withthe prop rod. Your ve...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.9L/4.2L V6 engines 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 r...

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...

4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level indicator (dipstick). 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain. • If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL...

2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certifiedengine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler capand use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening. 3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above theMAX mark on the eng...

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 maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice. However, for...

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 ...

6. With your foot on the brake pedal and with the A/C on, put thevehicle in D (Drive) and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 7. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process. • The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more torelearn the idle and fuel trim strategy....

60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly. A 50–50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • Freeze protection down to -36° C (-34° F). • Boiling protection up to 129° C (265° F). • Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. • Enables calibrated gauges t...

Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled enginecoolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium GoldEngine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yetavailable. Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner. ...

• Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure thecoolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequateprotection at the temperatures in which you drive. Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cool...

• 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 1/4 turn on/offfeature. When fueling your vehicle: 1. Turn the engine off. 2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/4 of a turn until itst...

Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverseaffect on powertrain components. If you have run out of fuel: • You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times afterrefueling, to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank tothe engine...

The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and shouldnot be relied upon to increase driving range. When refueling yourvehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not beable to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of thefuel tank due to the empty reserve still pres...

Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to changea number of variables and improve your fuel economy. Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will usually gi...

These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tankwith good quality fuel and/or properly tightening the fuel cap. After threedriving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctionspresent, the Check engine/Service engine soon light should turn off. (A driving cycle consi...

1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operatingtemperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will benear the center of the normal area between H and C). 2. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right severaltimes. 3. Turn the engine off. 4. Check...

1. Drive the vehicle 30 km (20 miles) or until it reaches normal operatingtemperature.2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake.3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal,start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gearranges. Al...

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...

When a tire loses inflation, the lowtire warning system detects thechange and illuminates the low tirewarning indicator light as shown. If the light remains on while driving,check the tire pressure refer to “Checking the tire pressure” in this chapter. The low tire warning indicator light will also ...

Reset with message center: To reset turn the ignition to the ONposition, press the set up button onthe message center until “SYSTEMCHECK” is displayed. Press theRESET button until “HOLD RESETTO RELEARN” is displayed, continue to hold the button for threeseconds. The low tire warning indicator light ...

Information on “P” type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (Note thatthe tire size, load index and speedrating for your vehicle may bedifferent than this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tir...

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires “LT” type tires have some additionalinformation than those of “P” typetires; these differences aredescribed below: 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association(T&RA), that is intended for serviceon li...

Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask a qualified technician at a Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealership to check for and correct any wheelmisalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tirerotation. Note: Your ...

Tire explosions can cause death, personal injury or propertydamage. Do not allow anyone to stand near, directly ahead or behind the spinning tire. Never spin the tires in excess of the 55 km/h (35 mph) pointindicated on the speedometer. Highway hazards No matter how carefully you drive there’s alway...

Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for sparkplug gap information. 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) 3 Motorcraft ...

2 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. 3 Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specificationWSS-M2C153–H and the API Certification mark. LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford part name Ford part number For...

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...

Transmission/Transaxle code designations You can find a transmission/transaxle code on the vehicle certificationlabel which is located on the door pillar. The following table tells youwhich transmission or transaxle each code represents. Truck application: Code Transmission Description Manual transm...

Code Transmission Description Electric H One speed electric D Automatic 5–speed overdrive (5R44E) R Automatic 5–speed overdrive (5R55S) Passenger car application: Code Transmission/Transaxle Description Front wheel drive manual transaxle R 5–speed overdrive (MTX75) W 5–speed overdrive (M5) Front whe...

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford or Ford of Canada dealer.These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to co...

A Accessory delay ..........................67AdvanceTrac ..............................172Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ................141–142, 148, 150 and child safety seats ............143description ..............142, 148, 150disposal ....................................153driver air ba...

F Floor mats ...................................73 Fluid capacities .........................273 Fuel ............................................244 calculating fuel economy .......248cap ...........................................246capacity ...................................273choosing the right...

lubricant specifications ..........274 Turn signal ..................................48 V Vehicle dimensions ...................276 Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) ..........................................278 Vehicle loading ..........................180 Ventilating your vehicle ...........170 W...