Ford 2005 Five Hundred v.1- User Manual

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? Inthis guide, answers to such questions are contained in commentshighlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should beread and observed. Warning symbol...

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...

Parking brake ON: Sounds when the parking brake is left ON and driven. If the warning stays on after the park brake is off, contact yourdealer as soon as possible. GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At norma...

AM/FM STEREO/ SINGLE CD SOUND SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. / Tuner: Press to manually go up or down the radiofrequency. Also use in menu modeto select various settings. 2. Phone/mute: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to returnto the playing media. 3. Menu: Press to toggle through the followin...

Balance: Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers. Use / / SEEK . 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 w...

Bass: Press to adjust the bass setting. Use / / SEEK . Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use / / SEEK . Balance: Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers. Use / / , SEEK . Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers. Use / / , SEEK . Occupancy m...

14. Seek: Press to access the previous strong station or track. 15. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM frequency band. 16. 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...

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 setting: MAX A/C: Distributes...

DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL WITHHEATED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Defrost : Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster and demister vents. Can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. 2. Passenger temperature control: Press to increase/decrease the airflow temperature f...

16. AUTO: Press to engage automatic temperature control. Select the desired temperature using the temperature control. The system willautomatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C on or off, andoutside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach thedesired temperature. OPERA...

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER R The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel andworks to clear the rear window of fog and thin ice. The ignition must be in the 3 (RUN) position to operate the rear windowdefroster. The defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes or when theigniti...

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...

Vertical aim adjustment 1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface,approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away. • (1) Eight feet • (2) Center height of lamp toground • (3) Twenty five feet • (4) Horizontal reference line 2. Measure the height of the headlamp bulb center...

5. Locate the vertical adjuster oneach headlamp. Using a Phillips #2screwdriver, turn the adjuster eitherclockwise (to adjust down) orcounterclockwise (to adjust up).The horizontal edge of the brighterlight should touch the horizontalreference line. 6. Close the hood and turn off thelamps. HORIZONTA...

The map lamps are located on theoverhead console. Press the controlson either side of each map lamp toturn on the lamps. Your vehicle may also have readinglamps within the rear dome lamp(s). Press the switches on either side ofthe dome lamp to turn on thelamps. BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check t...

Replacing headlamp (high beam) bulbs 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the OFF position, then open thehood. 2. Reach in behind the headlamp assembly to access the bulb socketsand connectors. 3. Locate the inboardmost electricalconnector and remove it by pullingit straight down. 4. Remove the bulb s...

Changing the wiper blades 1. Pull the wiper arm away from thevehicle. Turn the blade 90 degreesfrom the wiper arm and remove itfrom the arm. 2. Attach the new wiper to thewiper arm by turning it 90 degreesit into place. 3. Replace wiper blades every 6months for optimum performance. 4. Poor wiper qua...

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR Lift the mirror cover to turn on thevisor mirror lamp. The visor willslide back and forth on the rod forincreased sunlight coverage. STORAGE COMPARTMENT Press the latch to open the storagecompartment. The door will openslightly and can be moved to fullopen. The storage compa...

AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insertany other object in the power outlet for this will damage theoutlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory oraccessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the poweroutlet can cause damage...

Press and pull the rocker switchesto open and close windows. • Push down (to the first detent)and hold the switch to open. • Pull up (to the first detent) andhold the switch to close. One touch up or down This feature is present on the driver’s window only. To operate ONE TOUCH DOWN: • Press the swi...

Window lock The window lock feature allows onlythe driver to operate the powerwindows. To lock out all the window controlsexcept for the driver’s press theright side of the control. Press theleft side to restore the windowcontrols. Bounce-Back (Driver’s window only) When an obstacle has been detecte...

MIRRORS Power side view mirrors To adjust your mirrors: 1. Rotate the control clockwise toadjust the right mirror and rotatethe control counterclockwise toadjust the left mirror. 2. Move the control in the directionyou wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position tolock mirrors in place...

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(located on the instrument panel) toadjust accelerator and brake pedal. • Press the top of...

Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal or pressCNCL (Cancel). This will noterase your vehicle’s previously setspeed. • Press the speed control OFFcontrol. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speedcontrol set s...

In any mode: • Press VOL up or down to adjustthe volume. • Press MUTE to mute the volume. MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) You can move the glass panel of the moon roof back to open or tilt up toventilate the vehicle. To open the moon roof: The moon roof is equipped with anautomatic, one-touch, expressopenin...

HOMELINK 姞 WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The HomeLink 威 Wireless Control System, located on the driver’s visor, provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held transmitterswith a single built-in device. This feature will learn the radio frequencycodes of most transmitters to opera...

Note: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate step eight. 8. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds andrelease the HomeLink 威 button. Repeat the press/hold/release sequence again, and, depending on the brand of the garage door opener (or otherrolling code equipped device), re...

Operating the HomeLink 姞 Wireless Control System To operate, simply press and releasethe appropriate HomeLink 威 button. Activation will now occur for thetrained product (garage door, gateoperator, security system, entrydoor lock, or home or office lightingetc.). For convenience, thehand-held transmi...

MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) With the ignition in the ON position,the message center, located on yourinstrument cluster, displaysimportant vehicle information through a constant monitor ofvehicle systems. You may select display features on the message center for a display of status precededby a brie...

Warnings Status Low brake fluid Warning returns after the ignition keyis turned from OFF to RUN Liftgate ajar (if equipped) Trunk ajar (if equipped) Check Traction Control (ifequipped) Washer Fluid level low Coolant level low Check engine Change oil soon Oil change required Data error DRIVER’S DOOR ...

CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with avariety of console features. Theseinclude: • Utility compartment with powerpoint • Gear Shift • Cup holders • Rear vent (if equipped) Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure youin a collision. CELL PHONE USE The use of Mobile Com...

KEYS One key operates all the locks and starts the vehicle. Always carry aspare key with you in case of an emergency. Your keys are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed keywill not permit your vehicle to start. If you lose your dealer suppliedkeys, replacement keys are available throug...

1. Place the key in the ignition and turn the ignition to the 3 (RUN)position. 2. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 3. Turn the ignition from the 3 (RUN) position to the 1 (LOCK) position. 4. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 5. Turn ...

INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartmentrelease handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults inthe event they become locked inside the luggage compartment.Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the opera...

Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped) The remote entry system can also control the memory seat /powermirrors/adjustable pedals feature. Press to automatically move the seat, mirrors and adjustable pedals to the desired memory position (the positions correspond to the transmitter...

2. Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals on the backsurface of the circuit board. 3. Remove the old battery. Note: Please refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries. 4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the diagram inside the remote entrytransmitter for the correc...

4. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programmingmode has been activated. 5. Within 20 seconds press any button on the remote entry transmitter tobe programmed. Note: If more than 20 seconds have passed you will need to start the procedure over again. 6. The doors will lock, then ...

• The battery saver will shut off the headlamps and foglamps 10minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 (LOCK) position. Illuminated exit • When all vehicle doors and the trunk are closed, and the key isremoved from the ignition, the interior dome lamps (and the exteriormirror puddle lamp...

To unlock all doors, enter the factory set code or your personal code, then press the 3 • 4 control within five seconds. To open the trunk, enter the factory set code or your personal code, then press the 5 • 6 control within five seconds. To lock all doors, press the 7 • 8 and the 9 • 0 at the same...

4. Press the power door unlock control three times. 5. Turn the ignition back to the 3 (RUN) position. The horn will chirp. 6. Press the unlock control, then press the lock control. The horn willchirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice (one short and one longchirp) if autolock was activated. ...

engine. If a problem occurs, turn the ignition off, remove all objects onthe key chain away from the coded key and restart the engine. Theft indicator The theft indicator is located in the instrument panel cluster. • When the ignition is in the 1(LOCK) position, the indicatorwill flash once every 2 ...

Replacement keys If your keys are lost or stolen and you don’t have an extra coded key,you will need to have your vehicle towed to a dealership. The key codesneed to be erased from your vehicle and new coded keys will need to beprogrammed. Replacing coded keys can be very costly. Store an extra prog...

• Press the driver or passengerinterior door lock control whilethe door is open, then close thedoor. • Press the 7 • 8 and 9 • 0 controls on the keyless entry padat the same time to lock thedoors (driver’s door must beclosed). There is a 20 second countdownwhen any of the above actions occurbefore t...

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 Head ...

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 cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk ofinjury in a collision or sudden stop. Alw...

The indicator light on the control will illuminate when activated. For lowheat, 1 light will be lit; for high heat, both lights will be lit. The heating of the seat turns off after 10 minutes or when the vehicle isturned off. Memory seats/sideview mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped) This system ...

The head restraints can be movedup by pulling up on the headrestraint. Push release button to lower headrestraint. Split-folding rear seat One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down to provide additionalcargo space. To lower the seatback(s) frominside the vehicle, pull the straplocated on the out...

Front passenger sensing system For air bags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and thisforce can pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants that are very closeto the air bag when it begins to inflate. For some occupants, this occursbecause they are initially sitting very close to t...

during frontal collisions, and in side collisions and rollovers when thevehicle is equipped with the Safety Canopy 娂 system. This maximizes the effectiveness of the safety belts. In frontal collisions, the safety beltpretensioners can be activated alone or, if the collision is of sufficientseverity,...

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 passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should al...

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 5 mph (8km/...

• 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...

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...

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...

hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford Motor Companyrecommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved ina collision be replaced. However, if the collision was minor and aqualified technician finds that the belts do not show damage andcontinue to operate properly, ...

Important supplemental restraint system precautions Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly orgently and the risk of injury from adeploying air bag is greatest close tothe trim covering the air bagmodule. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should alwaysproperly wear their safety belts, even ...

Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bagsupplemental restraint system (SRS) or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. The front passenger air bag is not designed to offer protection toan occupant in the center front seating position. Modifying or adding equipment to the ...

How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work? The air bag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustainslongitudinal deceleration sufficientto cause the sensors to close anelectrical circuit that initiates airbag inflation. The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collisiondoe...

Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do nottouch them after inflation. If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in acollision. The SRS ...

that the person isn’t sitting properly in the seat. If this happens, turn thevehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in the full uprightposition, sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with theperson’s legs comfortably extended. Restart the vehicle and have theperson rem...

In case there is a problem with thepassenger sensing system, theairbag readiness light in theinstrument cluster will stay lit. DONOT attempt to repair or service the system; take your vehicleimmediately to the dealer. The front passenger airbag is not designed to offer protection toan occupant in th...

If the Safety Canopy 娂 system has deployed, the Safety Canopy 娂 will not function again unless replaced. The Safety Canopy 娂 system (including the A, B, and C pillar trim) must be inspected and serviced by a qualified technician inaccordance with the vehicle service manual. If the Safety Canopy 娂 is...

or younger and who weigh 40 lbs[18 kg] or less) ride in your vehicle, youmust put them in safety seats made especially for children. Many statesrequire that children use approved booster seats until they are eightyears old. Check your local and state or provincial laws for specificrequirements regar...

Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better. They lift thechild up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the kneesbend comfortably. Booster seats also make the shoulder belt fit betterand more comfortably for growing children. When children should use booster seats Ch...

• 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...

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. Rear-facing child seats or infant carriers should never be placedin the front s...

Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Most new forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap whichgoes over the back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point. Tetherstraps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contactthe manufacturer of your child seat fo...

Your vehicle has LATCH anchors for child seat installation at the seatingpositions marked with the child seat symbol. All the LATCH lower anchors areequally spaced, so that a singleLATCH child seat can be installed atany rear seating position. If two child safety seats are installedusing the LATCH l...

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING New vehicles are fitted with tiresthat have a rating on them calledTire Quality Grades. The Qualitygrades can be found whereapplicable on the tire sidewallbetween tread shoulder andmaximum section width. Forexample: • Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperatu...

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

tread grooves. Check for holes or cuts that may permit air leakage fromthe tire and make necessary repairs. Also inspect the tire sidewalls for cuts, bruises and other damage. Ifinternal damage to the tire is suspected, have the tire demounted andinspected in case it needs to be repaired or replaced...

pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure onthe tire label or certification label. When weather temperature changes occur, tire inflation pressures alsochange. A 10° F (6° C) temperature drop can cause a correspondingdrop of 1 psi (7 kPa) in inflation pressure. Check your tire...

Removing the spare tire and jack 1. Lift the trunk cargo cover, removethe wing nut that secures the sparetire by turning it counterclockwise. 2. Lift and remove the spare tirefrom the trunk. 3. Remove the second wing nut thatsecures the jack retention bracketby turning it counterclockwise,remove the...

2. Fold the lug wrench socket and snap it into the bracket on the jack. 3. Place the jack on the angled bracket in the spare tire well. 4. Insert the straight end of the jackretention bracket through the eyeletof the angled bracket and swing theretention bracket over the jack. Withthe jack in place,...

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 from this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tir...

12. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades • Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on aspecified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150would wear one and one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well ...

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

Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tiresize. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different fromthis example. 1. T: Indicates a type of tire, ...

Safety practices Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. • Observe posted speed limits • Avoid fast starts, stops and turns • Avoid potholes and objects on the road • Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking If your vehicle is stuck in snow,...

The tires should also be balanced periodically. An unbalanced tire andwheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear. Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide that comes with your vehicle) will help your tires wear more evenly, ...

• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)vehicles/Four Wheel Drive(4WD)/ All Wheel Drive (AWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram) 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 ...

tires and chains. If you need to use snow tires and chains, it isrecommended that steel wheels are used of the same size andspecifications as those originally installed. Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains: • Use only SAE class “S” cables or equivalent on the front axle forP215/...

Vehicle Curb Weight – is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Label on the B-Pillar or ...

Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loador king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weigh...

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Labellocated on the driver’s door or B-Pillar. The total load on eachaxle must never exceed its GAWR. Exceeding the S...

The following gives you a few more examples on how to calculate theavailable amount of cargo and luggage load capacity: • Another example for your vehicle with 1400 pounds of cargo andluggage capacity. You decide to go golfing. You and your friendsaverage 220 pounds each and the golf bags weigh appr...

Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut offautomatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. • Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. • It is recommended to select the L (Low) gear position when ad...

RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to towyour vehicle for personal travel (such as behind a recreational vehicle ormoving truck). In case of roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, please refer to the Wrecker towing section in the Driving chapter...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. LOCK, locks the automatictransaxle gearshift lever and allowskey removal. This position also shutsthe engine and all electricalaccessories off without locking thesteering wheel. To lock the steeringwheel, remove the key then turn thesteering wheel. 2. ACC, allow...

Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to 3 (ON) withoutturning the key to 4 (START). 2. Turn the key to 4 (START), thenrelease the key as soon as theengine starts. Excessive crankingcould damage the starter. Note: If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try, turn the key to OFF, ...

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...

Parking brake Apply the parking brake wheneverthe vehicle is parked. To set theparking brake, press the parkingbrake pedal down until the pedalstops. The BRAKE warning lamp in theinstrument cluster illuminates andremains illuminated (when theignition is turned ON) until theparking brake is released....

is especially useful on slippery road surfaces. The system operates bydetecting and controlling wheel spin. The system borrows many of theelectronic elements already present in the anti-lock braking system(ABS). Wheel-speed sensors allow excess wheel spin to be detected by theTraction Control 娂 port...

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 system may not detect smaller objects, particularlythose close to the ground. Certain a...

indicator light on the control will illuminate when the system is turnedoff. If the indicator light illuminates when the RSS is not turned off, itmay indicate a failure in the RSS. Keep the RSS sensors (located on the rear bumper/fascia) freefrom snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt (do not cle...

gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Apply the accelerator slowlyand avoid spinning the wheels. If your vehicle is equipped with a 6–speed transmission: When driving at slow speeds in deep sand under high outside temperatures,use L (Low) gear when possible. L (Low) gear operation will maximi...

“Tread Lightly” is an educationalprogram designed to increase publicawareness of land-use regulationsand responsibilities in our nationswilderness areas. Ford MotorCompany joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of LandManagement in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest andother ...

DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially when the depth is not known. Never drive throughwater that is higher than the bottom of the hubs (for trucks) or thebottom of the wheel rims (for cars). When driving through water,traction o...

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 under theright-hand side of the glovecompartment. 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 returnthe key ...

Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 5A Tan Tan — — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — — 10A Red Red — — — 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue 25A Natural Natural — — — 30A Green Green Green Pin...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description F18 10A PCM relay coil, Shifter Brake-ShiftInterlock (BSI), Passive Anti-Theft System(PATS) module, Fuel relay coil, Brakelamps, Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp(CHMSL) F19 10A Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)/Tractioncontrol ...

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 with a wheel lift or flatbedequipment. Do not tow with a slingb...

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...

Additional Assistance If you still have a complaint involving a warranty dispute, you may wishto contact the Dispute Settlement Board (U.S.). 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 re...

In the case of 1 or 2 above, the consumer must also notify themanufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity at thefollowing address: Ford Motor Company16800 Executive Plaza DriveMail Drop 3NE-BDearborn, MI 48126 THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY) The Dispute Settlement Board is:...

Concerns are ineligible for review if the New Vehicle Limited Warrantyhas expired at receipt of your application and, in certain states eligibilityis dependent upon the customer’s possession of the vehicle. Eligibility may differ according to state law. For example, see the uniquebrochures for Calif...

• The names (if known) of all the people you contacted at thedealership(s). • A description of the action you expect to resolve your concern. 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 presentati...

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...

If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at thetime of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since thisinformation is subject to change, please ask your dealer for completedetails about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, or visit theFord ESP website at ...

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...

• 3.0L Duratec engine • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunning engine may cause internal damage. PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcra...

Do not use sharp objects, such as a razor blade, to clean theinside of the rear window or to remove decals, as it may causedamage to the rear window defroster’s heated grid lines. INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth. • Avoid clean...

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 ...

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 nearthe steering column. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle andrelease the auxiliary latch that islocated under the front center ofthe hood. 3. Lift the hood and support it withthe prop...

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...

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 within this range, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added...

• If required, add engine oil to theengine. Refer to Adding engine oil in this chapter. • Do not overfill the enginewith oil. Oil levels above thismark may cause enginedamage. If the engine is overfilled, some oil must beremoved from the engine by aqualified service technician. 7. Put the indicator ...

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 for the service...

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 “FULL COLD” level or within the“COLD FILL RANGE” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir(depending upon application). • 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...

To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the engine iscool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come outforcefully when the cap is loosened slightly. 1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool. 2. When...

9. Install the thermostat housingbleed plug. Install metal pin bypushing into the slot. After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration, referto Checking engine coolant section. If the concentration is not 50/50 (protection to –34° F/–36° C), drain some coolant and adjust theconcen...

Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recyclingand disposing of automotive fluids. Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, referto Refill capacities in this section....

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tankmay cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap isventing vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, w...

• Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If fuel is splashed in the eyes,remove contact lenses (if worn), flush with water for 15 minutes andseek medical attention. Failure to seek proper medical attention couldlead to permanent injury. • Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin. If f...

1. Turn the engine off. 2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/4 of a turn until itstops. 3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe. 4. To install the cap, align the tabs on the cap with the notches on thefiller pipe. 5. Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/4 of a turn until it sto...

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 indicator may come on. For more information on the Service engine soon indicator, refer to the Instrument Cluster...

For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling,an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running. • Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each timethe tank is filled. • Allow no more than 2...

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...

3. The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened. 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 eng...

1. Start the engine and let it rununtil it reaches normal operatingtemperature (the engine coolanttemperature gauge indicator will benear the center of the normal areabetween H and C). 2. While the engine idles, turn thesteering wheel left and right severaltimes. 3. Turn the engine off. 4. Check the...

TRANSAXLE FLUID Checking automatic transaxle fluid Do not use supplemental transaxle fluid additives, treatments orcleaning agents. The use of these materials or transaxle fluidsother than the recommended fluid, may affect transaxle operationand result in damage to internal transaxle components. Ref...

Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material anddesign specifications for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft orequivalent replacement part. The customer warranty may be voidfor any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is notused. 2 For spark plug replacement, see your dealer...

Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Engine oil(includes filterchange) 2 Motorcraft SAE5W-20PremiumSyntheticBlend MotorOil (US)Motorcraft SAE5W-20 SuperPremiumMotor Oil(Canada) 3.0L engine 6.0 quarts (5.7L) Fuel tankcapacity N/A All 19.0 gallons(71.9L) Power steeringfluid MotorcraftMERCON 威 ATF ...

Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Power Take-offUnit (PTU) Motorcraft SAE75W-90 FuelEfficient HighPerformanceRear AxleLubricant PTU 1.9 pints (0.9L) Windshieldwasher fluid MotorcraftPremiumWindshieldWasherConcentrate All 101 oz (3.0L) 1 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle...

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Items Ford PartName orequivalent Ford PartNumber FordSpecification Brake fluid Motorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluid PM-1 ESA-M6C25-Aand DOT 3 Door latch, hoodlatch, auxiliaryhood latch, seattracks, trunkand liftgatelatches Multi-PurposeGrease XG-4 or XL-5 ...

Items Ford PartName orequivalent Ford PartNumber FordSpecification Power TransferUnit Motorcraft SAE75W-90 FuelEfficient HighPerformanceRear AxleLubricant XY-75W-90–QFEHP — Engine oil Motorcraft SAE5W-20 PremiumSynthetic BlendMotor Oil (US)Motorcraft SAE5W-20 SuperPremium MotorOil (Canada) XO-5W20-Q...

1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake type and gross vehicleweight rating (GVWR) 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number Engine number The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identificationnum...

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 ..........................48 Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ................107–108, 115, 117 and child safety seats ............109description ..............108, 115, 117disposal ....................................120driver air bag ..........110, 115, 118indicator light ......

Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) ..........................................250 Vehicle loading ..........................154 Ventilating your vehicle ...........167 W Warning lights (see Lights) .......10Washer fluid ..............................218 Water, Driving through .............183 Windows...