Ford 2006 Five Hundred - 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 New Vehicle Limited Warranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered byyour vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide. Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your v...

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. Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passen...

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat Child Seat InstallationWarning Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -...

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 (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel cap maynot be properly installed. Continueddriving with this light on may causethe Check engine warning light tocome on, refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specification chapter. Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake sys...

Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is engaged. Turnsoff when the speed control systemis disengaged. Low washer fluid (if equipped): Illuminates when the windshieldwasher fluid is low. Door ajar (if equipped): Illuminates when the ignition is inthe ON position and any door ordecklid is...

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...

AUDIO SYSTEMSAM/FM stereo/ single CD sound system (if equipped) Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With this feature, the window switches and radio may be used for up to tenminutes after the ignition is turned off or either front door is opened. 1. / Tuner: Press to manu...

3. Menu: Press to toggle through the following modes: Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . Use / / SEEK to turn on/off. When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1will b...

Repeat: Available only in CD mode. Press to repeat the current CD track. RDS (Available on Audiophile radios only): Allows you to search RDS-equipped stations for a certain category of music format: Classic,Country, Info, Jazz/RB, Religious, Rock, Soft, Top 40. RDS (only availablein FM mode) must be...

20. CD slot: Insert a CD label side up. GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION Radio frequencies: AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and TelecommunicationsCommission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM: 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz FM: 87.7, 87.9–1...

become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs beidentified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesivelabels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact yourauthorized dealer for further information.Audio system warranty and service Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warran...

• FWD — Press to advance within the active CD track or DVD chapterin play mode. Also press to move the cursor right in the menu activemode. 2. PLAY/PAUSE control Press to playback or pause the DVD. 3. DIM control Press (+) to increase or (-) to decrease the brightness on the screen. 4. ENTER control...

• Press the NEXT control to movethe cursor one position upward • Press the PREV control to movethe cursor one position downward • Press the REV control to movethe cursor left one position • Press the FWD control to movethe cursor right one position Next/Previous control The NEXT (up) and PREV (down)...

Remote control 1. REV (REVERSE) control Press to reverse the direction of the DVD movie. 2. FWD (FORWARD) control Press to advance the direction of the DVD movie. 3. PLAY/STOP control When playing, press PLAY/STOP to stop the disc. When stopped, pressPLAY/STOP to play the disc. 4. SEEK control Press...

3. Dimmer switch. Press +/- to increase/decrease the brightness of thedisplay. Playback and format • The DVD player of your Family Entertainment DVD System can onlybe used in the “playback” mode. (The DVD player does not offer arecord feature.) • The system plays standard CDs or DVDs, CDR/RW, DVDRs,...

On-screen indicators Each time a control is pressed, the operational status of the DVD playeris shown on the screen. The following are some possible indicators: 1. DVD/ CD STATUS (PLAY/FWD/REV/PAUSE) 2. CD track number / DVD title 3. DVD chapter number 4. MEDIA COUNTER — displays current viewing tim...

The front glass on the flip-down liquid crystal display (LCD) maybreak when hit with a hard surface. If the glass breaks, do not touch the liquid crystalline material. In case of contact with skin, washimmediately with soap and water. Do not expose the flip-down liquid crystal display (LCD) to direc...

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 1. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of theairflow in the vehicle. 2. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in thevehicle. See the following for a briefdescription on each control setting: MAX A/C: Distributes...

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

Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control with heated seats(if equipped) 1. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster and demister vents. Can be used to clear thin ice or fog from thewindshield. To exit select another mode. 2. Passenger temperature control: Press to increase/de...

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 rear defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes or when thei...

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...

5. Wait the desired amount of time for the exit delay you want (up tothree minutes), then turn the headlamp switch to . The headlamps will turn off. High beams Pull the lever towards you, to thesecond detent, to activate. Pull thelever towards you again todeactivate. Flash to pass Pull toward you, t...

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: • the ignition must be in the ON position, • the headlamp control is in the OFF, autolamps or parking lampposition and • the transmission must be out of the Park position. Always remember to turn on ...

TILT STEERING WHEEL To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull down and hold the steeringwheel release control. 2. Move the steering wheel up ordown until you find the desiredlocation. 3. Pull the steering wheel releasecontrol up. This will lock thesteering wheel in position. Never adjust the steering wh...

CLOCK (IF EQUIPPED) Press and release the button toadjust forward. Press and hold to fast forward. INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE COMPARTMENT The storage compartment may beused to secure sunglasses or similarsized objects. Press the control toopen the storage compartment. CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may b...

The auxiliary power points arelocated on the instrument panel andin the center console utilitycompartment. Do not use the power point foroperating the cigarette lighterelement (if equipped). To prevent the fuse from beingblown, do not use the powerpoint(s) over the vehicle capacity of12 VDC/180W. To...

Press and pull the window 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...

(darkened) state when bright lights (glare) reach the mirror. When themirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle, it will automaticallyadjust (darken) to minimize glare. The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever thevehicle is placed in R (Reverse) to ensure a bright ...

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 ...

Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads thatare winding, slippery or unpaved. 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 th...

• Depress the brake pedal or pressCNCL (Cancel) until the desiredvehicle speed is reached, pressthe SET + control. 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. • Pre...

In Radio mode: • Press SEEK to access thenext/previous strong station. In CD mode: • Press SEEK to listen to the nexttrack on the disc. 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...

The moon roof has a sliding shade that can be opened or closed whenthe glass panel is shut. To close the shade, pull it toward the front of thevehicle Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave childrenunattended in the vehicle. They may seriously hurt themselves. When closing the moon roo...

7. Press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. (The name and colorof the button may vary by manufacturer.) Note: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate Step 8. 8. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds andrelease the HomeLink 威 button. Repeat the press/hold/release sequ...

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

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

PARK BRAKE ENGAGED. Displayed when the park brake is engaged. If the warning stays on after the park brake is off, contact yourauthorized dealer as soon as possible. LOW FUEL LEVEL. Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel condition. CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM. Displayed when the electrical system is...

To reset the oil life to 100% with system warnings CHANGE OILSOON/OIL CHANGE REQUIRED displayed: 1. Select this function from theSETUP control for current displaymode. 2. Press and release the RESETcontrol to display “IF NEW OILHOLD RESET”. 3. Press and hold the RESETcontrol to display OIL LIFE SET ...

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 authorized dealersupplied keys, replacement keys are avail...

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). Note: You can associate a specific remote entry transmitter to each memory position. For more information on programming thetransmitters to Driv...

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...

To reprogram the remote entrytransmitters: 1. Ensure the vehicle iselectronically unlocked. 2. Put the key in the ignition. 3. Cycle eight times rapidly (within10 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 un...

• If the dome lamps were turned on using the panel dimmer control, thebattery saver will shut off them off 30 minutes after the ignition hasbeen turned to the 1 (LOCK) position. • If the courtesy lamps were turned on because one of the vehicle doorswas opened, the battery saver will shut them off 10...

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...

Replacement keys If your keys are lost or stolen and you don’t have an extra coded key,you will need to have your vehicle towed to an authorized dealer. Thekey codes need to be erased from your vehicle and new coded keys willneed to be programmed. Replacing coded keys can be very costly. Store an ex...

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

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

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 The front passenger seatback can befolded to a horizontal position tomake room for a ...

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. Before ret...

Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped) This system allows automaticpositioning of the driver seat, powermirrors, and adjustable pedals totwo programmable positions. The memory seat control is locatedon the driver door. • To program position 1, move thedriver seat, mirrors and ped...

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

Before returning the seatback to its original position, make surethat cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback. After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on theseatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat maybecome dangerous in the event of a sudd...

levels of crash severity and modify the deployment strategy of thedual-stage airbags and safety belt pretensioners. Driver’s seat position sensor The driver’s seat position sensor allows your Personal Safety System 娂 to tailor the deployment level of the driver dual-stage airbag based on seatpositio...

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...

All safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulderbelts. All of the passenger combination lap and shoulder belts have twotypes of locking modes described below: Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode, which allows free shoulder belt lengthadjustment to your movem...

• 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 anauthorized dealer finds that the belts do not show damage and continueto operate properly, th...

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

Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbagsupplemental restraint system (SRS) or its fuses. See your authorized dealer. Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle(including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag...

How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work? The airbag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustainslongitudinal deceleration sufficientto cause the sensors to close anelectrical circuit that initiates airbaginflation. The fact that the airbagsdid not inflate in a collision does n...

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 ...

• the system determines that a small child is present in a forward-facingchild restraint that is installed according to the manufacturer’sinstructions, • the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat, • a front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period oftim...

In case there is a problem with thefront passenger sensing system, theairbag readiness lamp in theinstrument cluster will stay lit. If the airbag readiness lamp is lit, do the following: The driver and/or adult passengers should check for any objects thatmay be lodged underneath the front passenger ...

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 an authorized dealer. If the Safety Canopy 娂 is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increas...

must 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 regarding the safety of children in your vehicle. Whenpossible, always place c...

bend comfortably. Booster seats also may make the shoulder belt fitbetter and more comfortably, but make sure that the belt isapproximately centered on the shoulder. When children should use booster seats Children need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow thetoddler seat until they are bi...

• 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. Either type can be used at any seating position equipped withlap/shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lb. (18 k...

Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder beltdoes not stay positioned on the shoulder during use. Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of thebooster seat. Never put the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind theback because it eliminates the protection for th...

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 ...

2. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. For vehicles with adjustable head restraints, route the tether strap underthe head restraint and between the head restraint posts, otherwise routethe tether strap over the top of the seatback. 3. Locate the correct anchor for the...

Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers forChildren) attachments for child seat anchors Some child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachmentsthat connect to two anchors at certain seating positions in your vehicle.This type of child seat eliminates the need to us...

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...

gauges may be inaccurate. Ford Motor Company recommends the use ofa digital or dial-type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick-type tirepressure gauge. Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tireperformance and wear. Under-inflation or over-inflation may causeuneven treadwear patt...

To check the pressure in your tire(s): 1. Make sure the tires are cool, meaning they are not hot from drivingeven a mile. Note: If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire(s), check and record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressurewhen you get to the pump. It is no...

internal damage to the tire is suspected, have the tire demounted andinspected in case it needs to be repaired or replaced. For your safety,tires that are damaged or show signs of excessive wear should not beused because they are more likely to blow out or fail. Tire wear When the tread is worn down...

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN): This begins with the letters “DOT” and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards. Thenext two numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it wasmanufactured, the next two are the tire size code and the last fournumbers represent the we...

Tire and wheel alignment A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of yourvehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires. If yourvehicle seems to pull to one side when you’re driving, the wheels may beout of alignment. Have an authorized dealer check the wheel ali...

• 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 an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, ti...

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. Use of any tire orwheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety andperformance of your vehicle, which could result in ...

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 ...

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, ...

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. Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains: • Use only SAE class “S” cables or equivalent on the front axle forP215/60R17 equipped...

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

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. 2006 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading 162

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 authorized dealer (or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer) for more deta...

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...

authorized dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions andequipment for hooking up trailer lamps. 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 v...

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...

• Make sure the gearshift lever is inP (Park). 3. Turn the key to 3 (RUN) withoutturning the key to 4 (START). Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. Starting the engine 1. Turn t...

Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoidits dangerous effects. If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealerinspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. Important ventilating information If ...

keeping the brakes from locking. Noise from the ABS pump motor andbrake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking and thebrake pedal may suddenly travel a little farther as soon as ABS braking isdone and normal brake operation resumes. These are normalcharacteristics of the ABS and should b...

The BRAKE warning lamp in theinstrument cluster illuminates andremains illuminated (when theignition is turned ON) until theparking brake is released. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that thegearshift is securely latched in P (Park). The parking brake is not recommended to stop a mo...

The Traction Control 娂 system will allow your vehicle to make better use of available traction on slippery surfaces. The system is a driver aidwhich makes your vehicle easier to handle primarily on snow and icecovered roads.During Traction Control 娂 operation the engine will not “rev-up” when you pu...

This system is not designed to prevent contact with small ormoving objects. The system is designed to provide a warning to assist the driver in detecting large stationary objects to avoid damagingthe vehicle. The system may not detect smaller objects, particularlythose close to the ground. Certain a...

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

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

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

DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standingwater is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially when the depth isnot known. Never drive throughwater that is higher than the bottomof the wheel rims (for cars) or thebottom of the hubs (for trucks). When driving through water, traction or ...

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 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...

U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicle customers who require roadside assistance,call 1–800–241–3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1–800–665–2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will reimburse...

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), Passive Anti-TheftSystem (PATS) module, Fuel relaycoil, Brake lamps, CenterHigh-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) F19 10A Anti-lock Brake System...

If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. The high-current fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description 1 80A* SJB, SJB fuses 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 8 and12 2 — Not u...

• Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability For vehicles equipped with 4WD, it is not recommended that the vehiclebe operated in 4WD modes with a temporary emergency spare tire. If4WD operation is necessary, do not operate above speeds...

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 100 miles (160 km)after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheelremoval, etc.)...

Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. Automatictransmissions do not have push-start capability; doing so maydamage the catalytic converter. Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, thetransmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the tr...

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposedmetal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and thecarburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. Do not connect the end of the second ...

Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (...

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of thedisabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cablesremoved, allow it to idle for several minutes so the...

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, yourroadside assistance service provider. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbedequipment. Do not tow with a slingb...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home You must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized dealer for warrantyrepairs. While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line willprovide warranty service, we recommend you return to your sellingauthorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfac...

THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM(U.S. ONLY) Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer.Experience has shown that our customers have been very successful inachieving satisfaction by following the three-step procedure outlined onthe front page of the Warr...

authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concernhave been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartialthird party mediation/arbitration program administered by the CanadianMotor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relat...

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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 authorized dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can dis...

• 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 authorized dealer. • For routine cleaning, u...

• The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol orMotorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate (ZC-32–A),available from your authorized dealer. This washer fluid containsspecial solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hotwax deposited on the wiper blade and w...

• Remove light stains and soil with Motorcraft Professional StrengthCarpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54). • If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area firstwith Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14). • If a ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire a...

quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the styleand appearance of your vehicle. Each product is made from high qualitymaterials that meet or exceed rigid specifications. For best results, usethe following products or...

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 authorized dealer ca...

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.Do not use any special washer fluidsuch as windshield water repellenttype fluid or bug wash. They m...

To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended toscrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. Thelayer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of thewiper rubber element. ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance ...

• 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 ...

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 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 ...

• 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...

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...

1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool. 2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolantpressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (an opaque plastic bottle).Slowly turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure begins to release. 3. Step back while the pressure...

If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant permonth, have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system.Your cooling system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a lowlevel of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible enginedamage. Recycled engine c...

• Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% willdecrease the freeze protection characteristics of the enginecoolant and may cause engine damage. • Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure thecoolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequateprotection at the temperature...

Refueling Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severeinjuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others: • Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island; • Turn off your engine when you are refueling; • Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle; • Keep spa...

If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel fillercap that is designed for your vehicle. The customer warranty maybe void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if thecorrect genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used. The fuel system may be under pressure. If...

• The indicator may come on. For more information on the “Check Engine” or the “Service engine soon” indicator, refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter. ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you,...

• Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time. Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent. Calculating fuel economy 1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading(in miles or kilometers). 2. Each time you fill the tank, record ...

the description in the Warning lights and chimes section of the Instrument Cluster chapter. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test with the indicator on. If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced,the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a “not ready for I/M test”con...

BRAKE FLUID 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 the perfor...

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...

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation: 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 TRANSMISSION/...

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 ..........................63 Air cleaner filter .......................255 Air conditioning ....................42, 44 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ................120–121, 129, 131 and child safety seats ............122description ..............121, 129, 131disposal ..........