Ford 2005 Focus v.3- 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...

• how far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or thebrake pedal; • how fast the vehicle was traveling; and • where the driver was positioning the steering wheel. To access this information, special equipment must be directly connectedto the recording modules. Ford Motor Company...

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 Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.Many lig...

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperaturescould damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properlyinstalled. Continued driving withthis ...

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A chime will alsosound to remind you to fasten yoursafety belt. Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below thenormal range, refer to Engine oil in the ...

Low fuel: Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or nearempty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter). Speed control (if equipped): Illuminates when the speed controlis activated. Turns off when thespeed control system is deactivated,refer to the Driver Controls chapter for more inform...

GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range. If it enters the red section, the engine isoverheating. Stop the vehicle assoon as safely possible, s...

AM/FM STEREO WITH SINGLE CD — PREMIUM (IF EQUIPPED) AM/FM STEREO WITH SINGLE CD/MP3 — PREMIUM(IF EQUIPPED) 2005 Focus (foc) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA_English (fus) Entertainment Systems 16

1. / Tune selector: Press to manually increase/decrease theradio frequency. 2. Phone/mute: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to returnto the playing media. 3. Menu: Press MENU to access the main menu functions. Use the Tune selector ( / ) or SEEK for adjustments. Track/Folder mode: (Avail...

16. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase/decreasethe volume levels. If the volume isset above a certain level and theignition is turned off, for at least aminute, the volume will come backon at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned backon. 17. CD: Press to e...

• Volume: Pull VOL+ towards the steering wheel to increase the volume.Pull VOL- towards the steering wheel to decrease the volume. • SEEK: Move the SEEK control towards the steering wheel to advance to the next radio station or the next CD track.Move the SEEK control towards the instrument panel to ...

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 1. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in thecabin. See the following for a briefdescription on each control. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents and the floorvents. : Distri...

2. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort. 3. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. 4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents toward the side windows. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the ventslocated in the middle of the instrument panel. Do not place ...

5. A/C: Provides cabin cooling. 6. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the cabin. Max A/C: For maximum cabin cooling performance, select A/C (5) and (4). Operating tips • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, placethe air flow selector in the po...

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel. Press the rear defroster control to clear the rear window of thin ice andfog. • A small LED will illuminate whenthe rear defroster is activated. The ignition must be in the ONposition to operate the rear window defr...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps,license plate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. Foglamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control also operatesthe foglamps. The foglamps can beturned on when the headlampcontrol is in the position ...

HEADLAMP 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 from ...

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the leftturn signal. • Push up to activate the right turnsignal. INTERIOR LAMPS Dome lamps The dome lamp is equipped with acontrol switch that will illuminatewhen: • the doors are closed and theswitch is in the on position. • the switch is in the door acti...

Replacing side marker bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp controlis in the OFF position. 2. Reach under the front fender,grasp the bulb socket and turn itcounterclockwise to remove it. 3. Pull the bulb straight out. Install in reverse order. Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs Sedan 1. Make sure the h...

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Move the lever down for a single wipe. For intermittent operation, movecontrol up one position and adjustthe rotary control to the desiredspeed. For normal operation, move controlup two positions. For high speed operation, move control up three positions. Mist ...

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

Cigar lighter (if equipped) Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lightersocket. Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating, this willdamage the lighter element and socket. The lighter will be released fromits heating position when it is ready to be used. ...

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...

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

• Depress the brake pedal until thedesired vehicle speed is reached,press the SET ACCEL control. Turning off speed control Press the speed control OFFcontrol. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speedcontrol set speed memory is erased. MOON ROOF (SUNROOF) (IF EQUIPPED) Yo...

To vent: • To tilt the moon roof into the vent position (when the glass panel isclosed), press and hold the front portion of the control. • To close the moon roof from the vent position, press and hold the rearportion of the control until the glass panel stops moving. Before operating the moonroof y...

LUGGAGE COVER Models with rear hatch Detach the lifting straps on theliftgate. Release the cover at thesides and pull it out horizontallywithout tilting it. Install in reverse order. Make surethe cover is properly aligned wheninserting it. Wagon Pull out the roller cover and securethe retaining poin...

LIFTGATE (WAGON ONLY) You can open and close the liftgate from outside of the vehicle. • To open the liftgate, unlock thewagon (with the power door locksor the remote entry transmitter)and push the button next to thelicense plate. • To close the liftgate, grab the pullhandle (if equipped) and pull t...

KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. You should always carry asecond key with you in a safe place in case you require it in anemergency.Your keys are coded to your vehicle; using a non-coded key will notpermit your vehicle to start. If you lose your dealer supplied keys,replacement keys ...

5. Snap the two halves back together. Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmittershould operate normally after battery replacement. Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remo...

started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used. The use of the wrong type of coded key may lead to a “no-start” condition. Your vehicle comes with two coded keys; additional coded keys may bepurchased from your dealer. The dealer can program your spare keys toyour vehicle or you can p...

Programming spare keys You can program your own coded keys to your vehicle. Please read andunderstand the entire procedure before you begin. Tips: • A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle. • Only use SecuriLock 娂 keys. • You must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys thatalre...

11. Your new, unprogrammed key is now programmed. If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle’sengine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds andthen go out. If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start yourvehicle’s engine and the 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 (if e...

Adjusting the front manual seat Pull the lever located under thefront edge of the seat to move theseat forward or backward. Turn the handle to adjust the heightof the seat. Lift the control to adjust the angleof the seatback. Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safe...

Heated seats (if equipped) The heated seats switch is located on the center console. To operate the heated seats: • Push control to activate. • Push again to deactivate. The heating will operate when the ignition switch is in position 2. The indicator light on the switch is illuminated when activate...

Folding the rear seat back forward 3–door/5–door and wagon Remove the head restraints (ifequipped) of the rear seats andstow them on the floor behind thefront seats. Push the unlocking control on therear seatback and fold the rearseatback forward. Sedan Remove the head restraints (ifequipped) of the...

Folding the seat cushion and seatback forward Fold the seat cushion forward. Remove the head restraint(s) (ifequipped) of the rear seat, and foldthe seatback forward. Stow the head restraint(s) in theplastic retainers provided in the nowupright underside of the seatcushion, as shown on the decal. Wh...

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, like infantsin rear-facing child seats, this occurs because t...

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

Automatic locking mode When to use the automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt willstill retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automaticlocking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. This mode should be used any time a ch...

How to disengage the automatic locking mode Ford Motor Company recommends that all passenger safety beltassemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified technician after any collision to verify that the ⬙ automatic locking retractor ⬙ feature for child seats is still working prop...

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

Reasons given... Consider... “I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to inflate in rear andside crashes or rollovers. “I’d rather be thrown clear” Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 times more likelyto DIE. Safety be...

• The gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) • The ignition switch is in the OFF position • The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate theBeltMinder 娂 feature while driving the vehicle. 1. Turn the ignition switch to ...

Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder beltacross the torso. Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they workproperly and are not damaged. Inspect the safety belts to make surethere are no nicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary. All saf...

AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safetybelt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certainupper body injuries. Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently, and the risk of injury from a deploying air bag is the...

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

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

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

If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system toaccommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford CustomerRelationship Center at the phone number shown under Getting the services you need in the Customer Assistance section of this Owners Guide. Any alteration/modification to th...

Do not lean your head on the door. The side air bag could injureyou as it deploys from the side of the seatback. Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag SRS, itsfuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an air bag. See your Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. All occupants of the veh...

panel and occupant to further enhance the protection providedoccupants in side impact collisions. The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains lateraldeceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuitthat initiates air bag inflation. The fact that the ai...

Rear-facing child seats or infant carriers should never be placedin the front seats. Always transport children 12 years old and under in the backseat and always use appropriate child restraints. Accident statistics indicate that children are safer when properlyrestrained in the rear seats. Do not le...

Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag precautions thatapply to adult passengers in your vehicle. If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt canbe positioned so it does not cross or rest in front of the child’s face orneck, the child should wear the lap and sh...

• Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest? • Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? Types of booster seats There are two types of belt-positioning booster seats: • Those that are backless. If your backless booster seat has aremovable shield, remove theshield and use ...

never use a booster seat with a lap belt only. It is best to use a boosterseat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat- the safest place for childrento ride. Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of thebooster seat. Never put the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind theback be...

8. Allow the safety belt to retract toremove any slack in the belt. 9. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly move the seat forwardand back to make sure the seat issecurely held in place. To checkthis, grab the seat at the belt pathand attempt to move it side to sideand forward. There should ...

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...

Tire change procedure 1. Park on a level surface, activatehazard flashers and set the parkingbrake. When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the transaxlealone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the vehicle is in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or R(Reve...

6. The vehicle jacking points aredepicted on the yellow warning labelon the jack shown here. Dependingon which tire is to be changed,locate the jack at the half-mooncutout located approximately sixinches (15 cm) from the front wheelopening (1) or approximately 15inches (38 cm) from the rear wheelope...

Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque* lb.ft. N • m M12 x 1.5 92 125 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt andrust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt orforeign materials present on the mounting surfaces ...

2. 215: Indicates the nominal width of the tire in millimeters from sidewall edge to sidewall edge. In general, the larger the number, thewider the tire. 3. 65: Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire’s ratio of height to width. 4. R: Indicates a “radial” type tire. 5. 15: Indicates the whee...

• Temperature: The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and itsability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on aspecified indoor laboratory test wheel. 13. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure: Indicates ...

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 information that comes with your vehicle) will help your tires wear more ev...

• 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 chains, it is recommended that steelwheels (of the same size and specifications) be used, as chains may chipaluminum wheels. Vehicles with Traction Control (if equipped) may exhibit some unusualdriving characteristics, when using snow chains, which can be avoided...

Vehicle Curb Weight – is the weight of your new vehicle when you picked it up from your dealer plus any aftermarket equipment. 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 ...

GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) – is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo + passengers. 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 o...

In metric units, the calculation would be: 635 kg — (2 x 99 kg) —(9 x 45 kg) = 635 — 198 — 405 = 32 kg. The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned in yourvehicle in a manner that does not overload the Front or the Rear GrossAxle Weight Rating specified for your vehicle on the C...

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. • To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will ...

All Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles: If your vehicle is equipped with an automatic transaxle, you cannot towthe vehicle with the front drive wheels on the ground. It is recommendedto tow your vehicle with the drive wheels on a dolly or two wheel carhauling trailer. In case of a roadside emergency w...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. LOCK, locks the steering wheel,automatic transaxle gearshift leverand allows key removal. 2. OFF, shuts the engine and allelectrical accessories off withoutlocking the steering wheel. 3. ON, all electrical circuitsoperational. Warning lightsilluminated. Key posi...

Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If alight fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the light may not illuminate. Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to 3 (ON) withoutturning the key to 4 (START). 2. Turn the key t...

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...

Even when the ABS is disabled,normal braking is still effective. (Ifyour BRAKE warning lampilluminates with the parking brakereleased, have your brake system serviced immediately.) Parking brake To set the parking brake (1), pullthe parking brake handle up as faras possible. The BRAKE warning lamp w...

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

If the steering wanders or pulls, check for: • an improperly inflated tire • uneven tire wear • loose or worn suspension components • loose or worn steering components • improper steering alignment A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steeringseem to wander/pull. AUTOMATIC T...

2 (Second) This position allows for second gear only. • Provides engine braking. • Use to start-up on slippery roads. • To return to D (Overdrive), move the gearshift lever into the D(Overdrive) position. • Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transaxle todownshift to second gear at ...

To start the vehicle:1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set.2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor, then put the gearshift lever in theneutral position.3. Start the engine, then press the brake pedal and release the parkingbrake.4. Move the gearshift lever to the desired gear, then slowly relea...

3. Turn the ignition off. Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedlyand injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully. Removing the key Turn the ignition to position 1 (LOCK) and remove the key. DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standing water i...

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 in the frontpassenger’s footwell, behind the kickpanel access cover. 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...

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

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 61 7.5A PATS modules, Instrument cluster 62 7.5A Radio (Start) 63 20A Power locks (GEM) Fuse 63 is located on the back of the fuse panel. See your dealer or acertified technician for service of this fuse. Power distribu...

4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion beforeyou attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level. 5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electricalsurges. Turn all other accessories off. Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the po...

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 (engine lifting eye, see following graphic) of the stalledvehicle’s engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injectionsy...

• 2.0L/2.3L engines 5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts ofboth engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine atmoderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once...

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...

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

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

Oral presentations If you would like to make an oral presentation, indicate YES to question6 on the application. While it is your right to make an oral presentationbefore the Board, this is not a requirement and the Board will decide thecase whether or not an oral presentation is made. An oral prese...

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 isavailable from 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...

• 2.0L and 2.3L I4 Engines PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and TarRemover (ZC-42...

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then with a clean, drycloth, or use Motorcraft Dash & Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-38-A). • Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion ofthe instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protec...

• To clean, use a soft cloth with Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and VinylCleaner (ZC-11–A). Dry the area with a soft cloth. • To help maintain its resiliency and color, use the Motorcraft DeluxeLeather Care Kit (ZC-11–D), available from your authorized dealer. • Do not use household cleaning products, a...

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...

Working with the engine on • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. • Manual transmission: 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N(Neutral). 2. Block the wheels. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleane...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.0L/2.3L I4 Engines 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir 4. Power distribution box 5. Battery 6. Automatic transaxle fluid dipstick (if equipped) 7. Engine oil dipstick 8. Engine coolant reservoir...

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...

• 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 to raise the level within thenormal operating range. • If required, add engine oil to theengine. Refer to Adding engine oil in this chapter. • Do not ...

3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above theMAX mark on the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). 4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated. 5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwisetightly until clicks are heard, or unt...

It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (oranother brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application. BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice. If your batt...

Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuricacid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing ofacid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or eyes, flushimmediately with water for a minim...

• 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 scheduled maintenance information for service interv...

• Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant(yellow-colored), VC-7–A (U.S., except CA, OR and NM),VC-7–B (CA, OR and NM), meeting Ford SpecificationWSS-M97B51–A1. Note: Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets, VC-6, may darken the color of Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant fromyellow...

2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolantpressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle).Slowly turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure begins to release. 3. Step back while the pressure releases. 4. When you are sure that all the pressure ...

Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this section. Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –34° F [–36° C ]): • It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentrationabove 50%. • NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%. •...

How fail-safe cooling works If the engine begins to overheat: • The engine coolant temperaturegauge will move to the red (hot)area. • The “Check Engine” indicatorlight will illuminate. If the engine reaches a presetover-temperature condition, the engine will automatically switch toalternating cylind...

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...

• Place approved fuel container on the ground. • DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle (including thecargo area). • Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container whilefilling. • DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fillposition. Fuel Filler...

The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and theempty reserve combined. Indicated capacity is the difference in theamount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicatesempty. Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fueltank after the fuel ga...

Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (cityor highway). This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle’s fueleconomy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping recordsduring summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fueleconomy. In general,...

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

CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the fluid. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service maintenance schedules. 1. Start the engine and let it rununtil it reaches normal operatingschedules. 2. Turn the steering wheel left andright several times. 3. Turn the engine off. 4. Check...

CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) The clutch master cylinder andbrake master cylinder are part ofthe same system; both are refillablethrough the brake master cylinderwith brake fluid. For moreinformation on brake fluidmaintenance, refer to Brake fluid in this chapter. Brake fluid is toxic. If brake fluid c...

Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may causeinternal transaxle component damage. If necessary, add fluid in 1/2 pint (250 mL) increments through the fillertube until the level is correct. If an overfill occurs, excess fluidshould be removed by a qualifiedtechnician. An overfill condi...

REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Brake fluidand clutchfluid MotorcraftHighPerformanceDOT 3MotorVehicleBrake Fluid All Fill to line onreservoir Enginecoolant 1 MotorcraftPremiumGold EngineCoolant(yellow-colored) 2.0L engine 6.1 quarts (5.75L) 2.3L engine 6.1 quarts (5.75L) E...

VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicledimensions Sedan - inches(mm) 3dr/5dr -inches (mm) Wagon -inches (mm) (1) Overalllength 175.2 (4450) 168.5 (4279) 178.5 (4533) (2) Overallwidth 78.7 (1998) 78.7 (1998) 78.7 (1998) (3) Overallheight 56.9 (1446) 57.0 (1447) 58.2 (1504) 1 (4) Wheelbase 103.0 (2615) 103.0 (2615...

• Wagon IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Certification label The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Certification label be affixedto a vehicle and prescribe where theCertification label may be located.The Certification label is located onthe structure by the trailing edg...

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

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 Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ....................................84, 91 and child safety seats ..............86description ..........................84, 91disposal ......................................93driver air bag ......................86, 92indicator light ..............................