Ford 2005 Five Hundred v.2- 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...

Operating tips • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, placethe air flow selector in the position. • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with theairflow selector in the O (OFF) or with recirculated air engaged. • Do not put objects under the front se...

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...

OPERATING TIPS • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, placethe air flow selector in the position. • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with theairflow selector in the OFF or with recirculated air engaged. • Do not put objects under the front seats ...

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) 8 feet (2.4 meters) • (2) Center height of lamp toground • (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters) • (4) Horizontal reference line 2. Measure the height of theheadlamp...

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 at leastonce per year for optimum performance. 4. Poor w...

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...

with a single built-in device. This feature will learn the radio frequencycodes of most transmitters to operate garage doors, entry gate operators,security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting. When programming your HomeLink 威 Wireless Control System to a garage door or gate, be su...

Gate Operator & Canadian Programming During programming, yourhand-held transmitter mayautomatically stop transmitting —not allowing enough time forHomeLink 威 to accept the signal from the hand-held transmitter. After completing Steps 1 and 2outlined in the “Programming” section, replace Step 3 w...

Erasing HomeLink 姞 buttons To erase the three programmedbuttons (individual buttons cannotbe erased): • Press and hold the two outerHomeLink 威 buttons until the indicator light begins toflash-after 20 seconds. Releaseboth buttons. Do not hold forlonger that 30 seconds. HomeLink 威 is now in the train...

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 ...

Press to automatically move the seat, mirrors and adjustable pedals to the desired memory position (the positions correspond to the transmitterbeing used). Activating the memory seat feature To activate this feature: 1. Position the seat, mirrors and adjustable pedals to the positiondesired. 2. Pres...

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...

2. Put the key in the ignition. 3. Cycle eight times rapidly (within 10 seconds) between the 1 (LOCK)position and 3 (RUN). Note: The eighth turn must end in the 3 (RUN) position. 4. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programmingmode has been activated. 5. Within 20 seconds press a...

• If the courtesy lamps were turned on because one of the vehicle doorswas opened, the battery saver will shut off them off 10 minutes afterthe ignition has been turned to the 1 (LOCK) position. • The battery saver will shut off the headlamps and foglamps 10minutes after the ignition has been turned...

2. Within five seconds press the 1 • 2 on the keypad. 3. Enter your personal 5-digit code. Each number must be enteredwithin five seconds of each other. 4. To associate the entry code with a memory setting, enter a sixth digitto indicate which driver should be set in a memory recalled by thepersonal...

Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry To unlock the driver’s door, enter the factory set 5-digit code or your personal code. Each number must be pressed within five seconds of eachother. The interior lamps will illuminate. To unlock all doors, enter the factory set code or your persona...

Power door unlock/lock procedure You must complete steps 1-5 within30 seconds or the procedure willhave to be repeated. If theprocedure needs to be repeated,you must wait 30 seconds. 1. Turn the ignition to the 3 (RUN) position. 2. Press the power door unlock control three times. 3. Turn the ignitio...

The theft indicator will flash everytwo seconds when the vehicle isarmed. Automatic disarming The vehicle is disarmed immediately after the vehicle is unlocked usingthe remote keyless transmitter, the keyless entry system keypad (ifequipped) or the door lock cylinder (on vehicles equipped with thepe...

If there is any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle,ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are brought to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting. Arming the system When armed, this system will respond if unauthorized entry isattempted. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system...

Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions: • Unlock the doors by using your remote entry transmitter. • Unlock the doors by using your keyless entry pad. • Unlock the driver’s door with a key. Turn the key full forward (towardthe front of the vehicle) to make sur...

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 ...

Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) The lumbar support control islocated on the outboard side of theseatback. Move the control up or down toadjust lumbar support. Folding down the front passenger seatback (if equipped) The front passenger seatback can befolded to a horizontal position toma...

Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving. 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 ...

Heated seats (if equipped) To operate the heated seats: • Push the control located on theclimate control system panel onceto activate high heat. • Push twice to activate low heat. • Push a third time to deactivate. The indicator light on the control will illuminate when activated. For lowheat, 1 lig...

When raising the seatback(s), make sure you hear the seat latch intoplace. Before returning the seatback to its original position, make surethat cargo or any objects are not trapped underneath the seatback. After returning the seatback to its original position, pull onthe seatback to ensure that it ...

information early in the crash event on the severity of the impact. Thisallows your Personal Safety System to distinguish between differentlevels of crash severity and modify the deployment strategy of thedual-stage air bags and safety belt pretensioners. Driver’s seat position sensor The driver’s s...

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the PersonalSafety System serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technicianimmediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly inthe event of a collision. Safety belt precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback u...

Failure to inspect and replace if necessary the Belt andRetractor assembly after an accident could increase the risk of injury in a collision. Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode, which allows free shoulder belt lengthadjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehic...

• 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 seat belt andincrease the risk of injury in a collision. Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt ...

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 theBeltMinder 娂 chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of injury in an accident. To disable (one-time) or deactivate theBeltMinder 娂 feature please follow the directions stated below. One time disable If at any time the driver/fro...

• Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety beltwarning light turns off. 3. For the seating position being disabled, at a moderate speed, bucklethen unbuckle the safety belt 9 times, ending in the unbuckled state.(Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety beltwarn...

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 ...

Objects Pass Airbag OffIndicator Light Passenger Airbag Empty seat, Small ormedium object withsafety belt buckled Lit Disabled 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;...

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 lb. [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 rega...

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 lb....

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...

Inspecting your tires Periodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear andremove stones, nails, glass or other objects that may be wedged in thetread grooves. Check for holes or cuts that may permit air leakage fromthe tire and make necessary repairs. Also inspect the tire sidewalls...

TIRE REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Your vehicle is equipped with tires designed to provide a safe ride andhandling capability. Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same sizeand type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford. Us...

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

Stowing the tire and jack 1. Fully collapse the jack, fold thelug wrench socket into the handleand place the jack and wrench intothe felt bag as shown. Take care toposition the jack as shown to ensurethat the locating holes in the jackbase can be placed on the locatingtabs of the jack mounting brack...

If you are stowing the temporaryspare tire, place the tire over the jack and secure it with the largewing nut. WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles (800 km)after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheelremoval, etc.)...

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 thescheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle) willhelp your tires wear more even...

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires youcurrently have on your vehicle. The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction inrain and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use snowtires and chains. If you need to use snow tires a...

provide maximum return of vehicle design performance. Before loadingyour vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms for determiningyour 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 th...

Example only: 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. 2005 Ford Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA_English (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loadin...

GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. 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...

GVWR (Gross Vehicle WeightRating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loadedvehicle (including all options,equipment, passengers and cargo). The GVWR is shown on theSafety Compliance CertificationLabel located on the B-Pillar orthe edge of the driver’s door.The GVW must never exceed theGV...

mandatory options, no cargo (internal or external), a tongue load of10–15% (conventional trailer) or king pin weight of 15–25% (fifth wheeltrailer), and driver only (150 lb. [68 kg]). Consult your dealership (or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your dealership) for more detailed informati...

capacity to carry you, 4 of your friends and all the golf bags? You andfour friends average 220 lb. (99 kg) each and the golf bags weighapproximately 30 lb. (13.5 kg) each. The calculation would be: 1400 –(5 x 220) – (5 x 30) = 1400 – 1100 – 150 = 150 lb. Yes, you haveenough load capacity in your ve...

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....

TRACTION CONTROL 姟 (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a Traction Control 娂 system. This system helps you maintain the stability and steerability of your vehicle. Itis especially useful on slippery road surfaces. The system operates bydetecting and controlling wheel spin. The system borr...

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 automatically turns onwhen the gear selector is placed inR (Reverse) and the ignition is ON.An RSS control on the instrumentpanel allows the driver to turn theRSS on and off. To turn the RSS off,the ignition must be ON, and the gear selector in R (Reverse). Anindicator light on the control w...

AWD Systems (if equipped) AWD uses all four wheels to powerthe vehicle. This increases traction,enabling you to drive over terrainand road conditions that aconventional two-wheel drive vehiclecannot. Sand When driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the most solidarea of the trail. Avoid r...

when you are driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoidspinning your wheels. If the vehicle does slide, steer in the direction ofthe slide until you regain control of the vehicle. If the transmission, AWD system components or axles are submerged inwater, their fluids should be checked...

Maintenance and Modifications The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designedand tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or emptyand durable load carrying capability. For this reason, Ford MotorCompany strongly recommends that you do not make modifications suc...

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...

The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated in the front passengerfootwell area in the right uppercorner. 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 f...

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 F17 30A Rear defroster F18 10A PCM relay coil, Shifter Brake-ShiftInterlock (BSI), PassiveAnti-Theft System (PATS)module, Fuel relay coil, Brakelamps, Center High-Mounted StopLamp (CHMSL) F19 10A Anti-lock Brake System(...

To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover tothe Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. The high-current ...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description 61 1A Diode PCM * Cartridge Fuses ** Mini Fuses JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames,sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage. Batteries ...

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

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

3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for anadditional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. 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 ...

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 ofCanada and the dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle serviceconcern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in animpartial third party mediation/arbitrati...

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,or use Motorcr...

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 AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln 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 style ...

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

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 ...

Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certificationtrademark. Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil. Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the AmericanPetroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conformsto the current engine and emission system protection standards and ...

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 scheduled maintenance information for the servi...

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 ...

If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery isreconnected. • Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recycling ...

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 scheduled maintenance information for service interv...

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...

For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized capon the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recoveryreservoir when the engine is cool. Add the proper mixture of coolant andwater to the “FULL COLD” level. For all other vehicles, which have acoolant degas system wit...

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...

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 itstops. 3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe. 4. To install the cap,...

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...

vehicle 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 present in the tank. For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior t...

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 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 6–speed automatic transmission fluid at operatingtemperature (158°F-176°F [70°C-80°C]) Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transaxle does not consume fluid.However, the fluid level should be checked if the tran...

REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Brake fluid MotorcraftHighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluid All Between MAXand MIN onreservoir Enginecoolant 1 MotorcraftPremium GoldEngine Coolant(yellow-colored) 3.0L engine 11.6 quarts(11.0L) Engine oil(includes filterchange) 2 Mot...

Items Ford PartName orequivalent Ford PartNumber FordSpecification Coupler fluid VolvoTransmissionOil, Clutch 1161641 — Power TransferUnit Motorcraft SAE75W-90 FuelEfficient HighPerformanceRear AxleLubricant XY-75W-90–QFEHP — Engine oil Motorcraft SAE5W-20 PremiumSynthetic BlendMotor Oil (US)Motorcr...

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 ................108–109, 116, 118 and child safety seats ............110description ..............109, 116, 118disposal ....................................121driver air bag ..........111, 116, 119indicator light ......

fluid, checking and adding(automatic) .............................243lubricant specifications ..........248 Trunk ...........................................73 remote release ....................71, 76 Turn signal ..................................37 V Vehicle dimensions ...................250 Vehi...