Ford 2005 Taurus 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 expensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make ...

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

Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below thenormal range, refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. Traction Control y active (if equipped): Flashes when the Traction Control y is active. If the light remains on a malfunction hasbeen detected; have ...

GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range (between “H” and“C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stopthe vehicle as soon...

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

8. Tune: Press / to change frequency down/up. 9. Seek: Press and release / for previous/next listenable station. 10. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase ordecrease volume levels. 11. AM/FM: Press to choose a frequency band AM/FM1/FM2. AM/FM STEREO CASSETTE/MACH T AUDIO SYSTEM WITH A...

To set the minute, press and holdthe M control. When the desiredminute appears, release the control. 3. CD: Press to play the CD (if equipped). Note: This system is CDDJ compatible, but CDDJ is an option with limited availability as defined inthe order guide. 4. Bass: Press / to decrease/increase th...

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

• Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the holeand turning the hub. • Remove loose labels before inserting tapes. • Allow tapes which have been subjected to extreme heat, humidity orcold to reach a moderate temperature before playing. • Clean the cassette player head with a ...

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 1. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of theairflow in the vehicle. 2. Passenger airbag indicator light: Indicates whether the Passenger air bag is currently ON orOFF. Refer to Front passenger sensing system in the Seating and Safe...

OPERATING TIPS • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, placethe air flow selector in the position. • To reduce humidity buildup within the cabin, do not drive with theselector in the OFF or MAX A/C position. • To improve A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open fo...

ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (EATC)SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. OFF: Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. 2. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use the A/C mode with the recirculation control to improve cooling performance andefficiency. A/C engages automatic...

• Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with theairflow to the back seats. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base ofthe windshield. • For maximum cooling performance (MAX A/C), select AUTO and setto desired temperature. In the manual override mod...

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

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

Dome lamps and map lamps • ON or D : The dome light will stay on. •• DOOR or middle position: Thedome light will only come on if adoor is opened. • OFF or : The lamp will not come on at all. With the control in the middle position, the dome lamp will illuminatewhenever a front door is opened. If eit...

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

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

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

2. Install the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base and lock the ringby rotating clockwise until it snaps into place. 3. Connect the electrical connector to the bulb. 4. Install the protective dust shield and lock the shield by rotating itclockwise until it locks into position. 5. Carefully pos...

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

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

7. Carefully lift the lamp assemblyaway from the liftgate. 8. Remove the bulb socket byrotating it counterclockwise andpulling it out from the lampassembly. 9. Carefully pull the bulb straightout of the socket and push in thenew bulb. 10. To complete installation, followthe removal procedure in reve...

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs Wagon 1. Make sure headlamp switch is inOFF position and remove screw andthe license plate lamp assemblyfrom liftgate. 2. Remove bulb socket by turningcounterclockwise. 3. Carefully pull the bulb out fromthe socket and push in the newbulb. 4. Install the lamp assem...

Replacing tail/brake/turn signal/backup lamp bulbs Sedan The tail lamp, brake lamp, turnsignal lamp and backup lamp bulbsare located in the same portion ofthe tail lamp assembly. Follow thesame steps to replace either bulb. 1. Make sure headlamp switch is inOFF position and open trunk andremove two ...

Wagon The tail lamp/turn lampbulbs/brake/backup are located inthe same portion of the tail lampassembly, one just below the other.Follow the same steps to replaceeither bulb: 1. Make sure headlamp switch is inOFF position and open the liftgateto expose the lamp assemblies. 2. Remove the two bolts fr...

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

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

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on thevisor mirror lamp. The visor willslide back and forth on the rod forincreased sunlight coverage. AUXILIARY POWER POINT Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hangany type of accessory or accessory bracket...

MIRRORS Automatic dimming inside rear view mirror (if equipped) Your vehicle is equipped with an inside rear view mirror which has anauto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will automaticallychange from the normal, clear state to the darkened, non-glare statewhen bright light (glare) ...

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

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

• Depress the brake pedal until thedesired vehicle speed is reached,press the SET ACC control. Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal. This willnot erase your vehicle’spreviously set speed. • Press the speed control OFFcontrol. Note: Whe...

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

Selectable features Reset Press this control to select and reset functions shown in the INFO menuand SETUP menu. Info menu This control displays the followingcontrol displays: • Odometer • Distance to Empty • Average Fuel Economy • Trip odometer • Trip Elapsed Drive Time • Outside air temperature (i...

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

Outside air temperature (if equipped) Press and hold the INFO button for2 seconds to display the outsidetemperature. To switch from a blankdisplay to the temperature display,hold the INFO button for 2 secondsuntil the temperature is seen in thedisplay. To switch the temperature display to compass di...

9. Slowly drive the vehicle in acircle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h])until the CIRCLE SLOWLY TOCALIBRATE indicator changes toCALIBRATION COMPLETED. Thiswill take up to three circles to complete calibration. 10. The compass is now calibrated. Setup menu Press this control for the followingdisplays: • Lan...

Units (English/Metric) 1. Select this function from theSETUP menu for the current unitsto be displayed. 2. Press the RESET control tochange from English to Metric. System check Selecting this function from theSETUP menu causes the messagecenter to cycle through each of thesystems being monitored. Fo...

LOW BRAKE FLUID. Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately. Refer to Checking and adding brake fluid in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. LIFTGATE AJAR (if equipped). Displayed when the liftgate is not completely closed. CHECK TRACTION CONT...

• Coin holder slots • Compact disc changer (if equipped) • Tissue holder • Rear ashtray (see your Ford, Lincoln Mercury dealer to obtain rearashtray Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure youin a collision. If your vehicle is equipped with the column shift and a bench seat, it ...

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Position the driver floor mat so thatthe eyelet is over the pointed end ofthe retention post and rotateforward to lock in. Make sure thatthe mat does not interfere with theoperation of the accelerator or thebrake pedal. To remove the floormat, reverse the installationpro...

The liftgate and liftgate window should be closed before driving yourvehicle. If not, possible damage may occur to the liftgate lift cylindersand attaching hardware. CARGO AREA FEATURES Storage compartment (Wagon) Your vehicle comes equipped with a storage compartment in the floor ofthe cargo area. ...

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

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

4. Press the power door unlock control three times. 5. Turn the ignition back to the 4 (ON) position. The horn will chirp. 6. Press the unlock control, then press the lock control. Note: The horn will chirp twice if autolock was deactivated or chirp twice then honk(two short and one long chirp) if a...

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. Cycle eight times rapidly (within 10 seconds) between the 3 (OFF)position and 4 (ON). Note: The eighth turn must end in the 4 (ON) position. 5. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programmingmode has been activated. 6. Within 20 seconds press any button on the remote entry trans...

On vehicles equipped with the autolamps feature, the following items willilluminate: • Puddle lamps (if equipped) • Head lamps • Park lamps • Tail lamps On vehicles not equipped with the autolamps feature, only the followingitems will illuminate: • Puddle lamps (if equipped) • Park lamps • Tail lamp...

2. Press and release the 1 • 2 within five seconds of completing Step 1. 3. Press and hold the 1 • 2 for two seconds to erase the customer programmed codes.All personal codes are now erased and only the factory set 5–digit codewill work. Note: To exit programming mode, either wait 5 seconds after pr...

1. Turn the ignition key to the 4 (ON) position. 2. Press the power door unlock control three times. 3. Turn the ignition key from the 4 (ON) to the 3 (OFF) position. 4. Press the power door unlock control three times. 5. Turn the ignition back to the 4 (ON) position. The horn will chirp. 6. Press t...

• When the ignition is in the 4 (ON) position, the indicator will glow for3 seconds, then turn off to indicate normal system functionality. If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock y system, the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the 4 (ON) position. Ifthis occurs, ...

Triggering the anti-theft system The armed system will be triggered if: • Any door, liftgate (wagon) or the hood is opened without using thekey or the remote entry transmitter. • The trunk key cylinder is forced. Locks and Security 87

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

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

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

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

the system. Rather, it means the Personal Safety System determined theaccident conditions (crash severity, belt usage, etc.) were notappropriate to activate these safety devices. Front air bags andpretensioners are designed to activate only in frontal and near-frontalcollisions, not rollovers, side-...

Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all theway back. Always transport children 12 years old and under in the backseat and always properly ...

manner in response to the occupant’s forward momentum. This helpsreduce the risk of force-related injuries to the occupant’s chest bylimiting the load on the occupant. Refer to Safety Belt section in this chapter. Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational The Personal Safety System us...

All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should alwaysproperly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside oroutside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are ...

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

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

Safety belt usage sensors The driver and front outboard passenger safety belt buckles areequipped with sensors that detect if the safety belts are fastened. Thesensors provide information to the Personal Safety System which canthen adapt the air bag deployment or safety belt pretensioner activationb...

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

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

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 seriously injured in a crash duringour lifetime. “I’m not going far” 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles...

Reasons given... Consider... “I have an air bag” Air bags 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 ...

there are no nicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary. All safety beltassemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckleassemblies, buckle support assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulderbelt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (ifequipped), child saf...

• side air bags (if equipped). Refer to Side air bag system later in this chapter. • one or more impact and safing sensors. • the same indicator light, RCM (restraints control module) anddiagnostic unit used for the Personal safety system. • Occupant Classification Sensor (OCS) • Passenger air bag o...

Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries. Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the airbag: • Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching thepedals comfortably. • Recline the se...

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

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

Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the CustomerAssistance section of this Owners Guide. Any alteration/modification to the front passenger seat mayaffect the performance of the front passenger sensing system. Determining if the system is operational The supplemental restraint system us...

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 vehicle should always wear their safety beltseven when an air bag SRS is provided. How does the side air bag system ...

Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do nottouch them after inflation. If the side air bag hasdeployed, the air bag will not function again. The sideair bag system (including theseat) must be inspected andserviced by a qualifiedtechnician in accordance withthe vehicle service m...

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while thevehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant orchild restraint you might use. Children and safety belts If the child is the pro...

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

The shoulder belt should cross the chest, resting snugly on the center ofthe shoulder. The lap belt should rest low and snug across the hips,never up high across the stomach. If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat, placing a rubberized meshsold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat...

Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulderbelts Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all theway back. Children 12 and ...

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

6. Before placing the child into the child seat, forcibly tilt the child seatfrom side to side and in forward direction to make sure that the seat issecurely held in place. To check this, grab the seat at the belt path andattempt to move it side to side and forward and back. There should beno more t...

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...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. 2. LOCK, locks the automatictransmission gearshift lever andallows key removal. 3. OFF, shuts off the engine withoutlocking the steering wheel. Thisposition a...

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

Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5(START). 2. Turn the key to 5 (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, w...

Refer to Brake system warning light in the Instrument Cluster chapter for information on the brakesystem warning light. Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) (if equipped) On vehicles equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS), a noisefrom the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the pedal m...

Even when the ABS is disabled,normal braking is still effective. (Ifyour BRAKE warning lampilluminates with the parking brakereleased, have your brake systemserviced immediately.) Parking brake To set the parking brake (1), pressthe parking brake pedal down untilthe pedal stops. To release, pull the...

During Traction Control y 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...

• Some noise is normal during operation. If the noise is excessive, checkfor low power steering pump fluid level before seeking service by yourdealer. • Heavy or uneven steering efforts may be caused by low power steeringpump fluid level. Check for low power steering pump fluid level beforeseeking s...

Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelampsare working. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift islatched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. If the parking brake is fully released, but the ...

• Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park) Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift islatched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehic...

If necessary, try turning the Traction Control y system off. This will allow the wheels to spin, which may help to free your stuck vehicle. For moreinformation, refer to Traction Control y (if equipped) in this chapter. Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operatingtemperature or d...

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...

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...

Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result inserious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury. TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle is classified as a light duty towing vehicle. The amount ofweight you can safely tow depends on the type of engine you have inyour vehicle. Your vehicle doe...

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 ...

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...

Fuse/relay location Fuse amp rating Passenger compartment fuse panel description 16 10A Not used (spare) 17 15A Stop lamp, Speed controldeactivation switch 18 15A Parklamps, PWM (backlighting),Autolamps 19 10A Heated mirrors, Rear defrostswitch indicator 20 10A Restraints (air bag module/OCSmodule) ...

Power distribution box The power distribution box islocated in the engine compartment.The power distribution box containshigh-current fuses that protect yourvehicle’s main electrical systemsfrom overloads. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high currentfuses. To reduce risk of electrical...

Fuse/relay location Fuse amp rating Power distribution box description 29 — Wiper park relay 30 — Fuel pump relay 31 — PCM power relay 32 — Fan relay 33 — A/C clutch relay * - Mini Fuses ** - Maxi Fuses CB - Circuit breaker Relays Relays are located in the power distribution box and should be replac...

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

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

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 contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes andclothing, if contacted. Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. A...

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. Make theconnection to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, awayfrom the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel ...

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

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...

In Canada:Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E41-800-565-3673 (FORD)www.ford.ca If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicleneeds service, or if you need more help than the dealership couldprovide, after follo...

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

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

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

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

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

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

WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should becleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, substances on thevehicle’s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may includehot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, tree sap, or o...

• If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area firstwith Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14). • Never saturate the seat covers with cleaning solution. • Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which canstain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame ret...

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

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

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

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

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

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

• If the oil level is between the two holes or between the MIN and MAX marks (depending on application), the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • 3.0L Vulcan engine • 3.0L Duratec engine • If the oil level is below the add 1QT or MIN mark, add enough oil toraise the level within the 1QT-FULL o...

4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated. 5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwiseuntil it stops. To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with theengine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. Engine oil and fil...

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...

remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle withan overflow system, follow these steps to add engine coolant. 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 ...

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 FUELSImportant 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, wa...

Flexible fuel components and standard unleaded gasoline fuelcomponents are not interchangeable. If your vehicle is not serviced in accordance with flexible fuel vehicles procedures, damagemay occur and your warranty may be invalidated. When refueling always shut the engine off and never allowsparks ...

If the “Check Fuel Cap” indicator comes on or if “Service Engine Soon/Check Engine” indicator comes on and stays on when you start theengine, the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed. Turn off theengine, remove the fuel filler cap, align the cap properly and reinstall it. If you must replac...

in the United States) because it may cause these problems to becomemore pronounced. If the problems persist, see your dealer or a qualifiedservice technician. FFV engine (if equipped) Your FFV will operate well on ordinary “Regular” unleaded gasoline, butonly the highest quality fuel ethanol will pr...

ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, thedriver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently aspossible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings areNOT accurate as a measure of fuel eco...

2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (in litersor gallons). 3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and recordthe current odometer reading. 4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometerreading. 5. Follow one of the simple cal...

• Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and mayreduce fuel economy. • Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fueleconomy. • Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size. • Operating a...

It is important to note the box in the lower left corner of the windowsticker. These numbers represent the Range of L/100 km (MPG)expected on the vehicle under optimum conditions. Your fuel economymay vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is...

condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, aminimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary asdescribed below: • First, at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway. • Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go, city-type traffic withat le...

BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR The fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced.Fluid levels between the “MIN” and“MAX” lines are within the normaloperating range; there is no need toadd fluid. If the fluid levels areoutside of the normal operatingrange ...

7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should be inthe designated areas for normal operating temperature. Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluidlevel is at the bottom of the dipstickand the outside temperatures areabove 10°C (50°F). Correct fluid level The trans...

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...

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 wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheeldiameter. 6. 95: Indicates the tire’...

The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings suchas standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 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:...

Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask a qualified technician at a Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealership to check for and correct any wheelmisalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tirerotation. Note: Your vehicle may be equipped with a dissimilar spare tire/wheel. A dissimil...

Never spin the tires in excess of the 35 mph (55 km/h) pointindicated on the speedometer. Highway hazards No matter how carefully you drive there’s always the possibility that youmay eventually have a flat tire on the highway. Drive slowly to theclosest safe area out of traffic. This may further dam...

Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for sparkplug gap information. REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Brake fluid MotorcraftHighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluid All Between MAXand MIN onreservoir Enginecoolant 1 MotorcraftPremium GoldEngine Coo...

Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Automatictransaxle -4F50N MotorcraftMERCON t V ATF 3.0L V6 Vulcanengine 12.8L (13.5quarts) 3.0L V6 Duratecengine 12.7L (13.4quarts) Windshieldwasher fluid -Front MotorcraftPremiumWindshieldWasherConcentrate All 2.8L (94.7 oz.) Windshieldwasher fluid -Rear Mot...

Items Ford PartName orequivalent Ford PartNumber FordSpecification Windshieldwasher fluid MotorcrarftPremiumWindshieldWasherConcentrate ZC-32–A WSB-M8B16–A2 1 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstickhand...

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...

Truck application: Code Transmission Description Manual transmission M Manual 5–speed (AKK)) C Manual 5–speed overdrive (Close ratio) W Manual 5–speed overdrive (Dana ZF) G Manual 6–speed ZF Automatic transmission Y Automatic 4–speed overdrive (CD4E) U Automatic 4–speed overdrive (4R70W) T Automatic...

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 ..........................49 Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ........................108–109, 115 and child safety seats ............111description ......................109, 115disposal ....................................117driver air bag ..........109, 111, 116indicator lig...

brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....138fluid, checking and adding(automatic) .............................216lubricant specifications ..........234 Trunk ...............................70, 72, 74 remote release ....................69, 77 Turn signal ..................................33 V Vehicle dimensi...