Ford 2006 Freestar v.2- User Manual

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

SPECIAL NOTICES 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. Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicl...

• where the driver was positioning the steering wheel. To access this information, special equipment must be directly connectedto the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada donot access event data recorder information without obtaining consent,unless pursuant to court order or wher...

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 Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster 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 lig...

Check engine: The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when theignition is first turned to the ONposition to check the bulb. Solidillumination after the engine is started indicates the On BoardDiagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the M...

Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated orcontinues to flash, a malfunction hasbeen detected, have the systemserviced immediately by yourauthorized dealer. Normal braking is still functional unless the brakewarning light also is illuminated. Airbag readiness: If this light fails t...

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 SYSTEMS AM/FM stereo system (if equipped) 1. / Tuner: Press to manually go up or down the radiofrequency. Also use in menu modeto select various settings. 2. Audio: Press to access select various settings. Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use / / SEEK . Bass: Press to adjust the bas...

CD/CD player care Do: • Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface. • Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD cleanerand wipe from the center out. Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periodsof time. • For vehicles equipped...

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. MAX A/C: Distributes recircu...

will be warmer or cooler than the driver airflow temperature settingwhen more than one rear temperature light ( REAR ) is illuminated. 5. R Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. 6. Recirculated a...

DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL WITH REARPASSENGER COMPARTMENT CLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents. Can be used to clear thin ice or fog from the windshield. 2. Rear temperature control: Press to enable the auxiliary system...

19. REAR: Press to enable the control located in the rear seat. Press again to turn the auxiliary system off. 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 wit...

AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed: Turn to select the desired fan speed. 2. Temperature/mode selection: The distribution of air from theoverhead and floor registers is basedon the temperature selected. Turnto select for comfort. To use the rear climate controls,ensure that REAR is...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. Note: Some vehicles may be equipped with a headlamps on with wipers feature. In order for this feature to work: • the ignition must be in run and the f...

To program the auto lamp exit time delay: 1. Start with the ignition in the OFF position and the headlamp controlin the autolamp position. 2. Deselect the auto lamps. 3. Put the ignition in RUN. 4. Put the ignition in OFF. 5. Select the autolamps. • Note: Steps 2 through 5 must be performed within a...

Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate. Battery saver The battery saver will shut off the exterior lamps and interior lamps,except the hazard warning lamps if activated, 10 minutes after theignition control has been turned off. The battery saver will extend theti...

• In order to turn off the domelamp, rotate the thumbwheel to the left. The dome lamp will not illuminate if the control switch is in the OFFposition. AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant. If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of...

5. Locate the vertical adjuster oneach headlamp, then use a # 2Phillips screwdriver to turn theadjuster either counterclockwise (toadjust up) or clockwise (to adjustdown) positioning the horizontaledge of the high intensity light onthe horizontal reference line. 6. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOTREQUIRED FOR ...

door is opened. If the control is moved to the driver’s side position, thelamp will not come on at all. The dome lamp will illuminate whenever a front door is opened. If eitherfront door has been opened from the outside, the lamp will remain on for20 seconds after the door is shut. If any other door...

2. Remove the two retainer pins torelease the headlamp assembly andpull headlamp assembly forward toexpose the back of the bulb. 3. Disconnect the electricalconnector from the bulb by pullingrearward and unlock the bulb byrotating it counterclockwise. Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and kee...

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...

TILT STEERING WHEEL To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull and hold the steering wheelrelease control toward you. 2. Move the steering wheel up ordown until you find the desiredlocation. 3. Release the steering wheelrelease control. This will lock thesteering wheel in position. Never adjust the steer...

Conversation mirror The conversation mirror allows thedriver to view the rear seating area. This does not replace therear view mirror. Electronic compass/temperature display (if equipped) The overhead console may have an electronic compass and outside airtemperature display. The compass heading and ...

Note: Look for a parking lot away from buildings, light posts, manhole covers, sewer and drainage grates and other metallic objects. Somemagnetic objects may be hidden underground. Look for signs ofunderground utilities, water mains or other industrial structures. Theparking lot should be level and ...

Manual door operation when vehicle is stopped or parked on adownhill grade In some cases it may be necessaryto have someone hold the doorwhile rear seat passengers areentering or exiting the vehicle. Thehold open mechanism will restrainthe door open when the vehicle isparked on moderate downhillgrad...

The sliding door must be unlocked for the PSD to power open from therear trim switches and the inside or outside PSD handles. The fuel fillerdoor must be closed in order to avoid damage to it when the left slidingdoor is opened. The Power Door Lockout Control islocated in the overhead console.With t...

• Manually pull the inside or outside sliding door handle to engage thepower assist feature. Release the handle as soon as the PSD begins topower open. To power close the PSD with the inside or outside release handle: • Manually pull the door about 6 inches in the desired direction oftravel. The pow...

To open the sliding door when thechild safety lock is on: • Unlock the sliding door and openthe door from the outside. • Press the right or left handcontrol on the overhead consoleor the remote to open the door. • The second row passenger switch will still be functional to open thedoor. To prevent t...

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

Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches and radio may be used for upto ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position oruntil any door or trunk is opened. Power vent windows Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not letchildren play with the po...

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

Fold-away mirrors Carefully pull the outside mirrorsinwards when driving through anarrow space, like an automatic carwash. POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) The accelerator and brake pedalshould only be adjusted when thevehicle is stopped and the gearshiftlever is in the P (Park) position. ...

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 + control andrelease it. 4. Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal. 5. The indicator ligh...

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: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speedcontrol set speed memory is erased....

CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a utility compartment. HOMELINK 姞 WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The HomeLink 威 Wireless Control System, located on the driver’s visor,provides a convenient way toreplace up to three hand-heldtransmitters with a single built-indev...

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 informationthrough a constant monitor ofvehicle systems. You may selectdisplay features on the messagecenter for a display of status preceded by a brief ...

System check Selecting this function from theSETUP menu causes the messagecenter to cycle through each of thesystems being monitored. For eachof the monitored systems, themessage center will indicate awarning message for three secondswhen there is a malfunction. Pressing the RESET control cycles the...

An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center.USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change[approximately 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 180 days] perform thefollowing: 1. Press the SETUP control toaccess the System Check function....

POWER LIFTGATE (PLG) (IF EQUIPPED) With this option, you can power open or close the liftgate with theprovided controls. • overhead console button • remote entry transmitter button • outside release handle • liftgate trim-mounted switch (closing) Opening and Closing the PLG: The PLG controls will op...

Note: Continued force applied after unlatching may activate the obstacle detection feature and stop the power system. For the best performanceallow the power system to open the PLG after releasing the handle. To power close the PLG from theliftgate trim switch: 1. Ensure the Power Door LockoutContro...

If any of these conditions occur, the PLG must be reset. To reset thePLG: 1. Manually close and fully latch the liftgate. 2. Power open the liftgate by using the remote entry transmitter oroverhead console button. 3. Once the liftgate is fully open, close the liftgate using the powerswitch on the li...

Utility hooks The utility hooks can be used tohang small items. Do not hang morethan 20 lb. (12 kg) on each of thehooks. The hooks are not designedto restrain objects during a collision. LUGGAGE RACK (IF EQUIPPED) Maximum load is 125 lbs (57 kg) onthe roof rack structure, or 100 lbs(45 kg) on the ro...

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 the SecuriLock 娂 passive anti-theft system section in this chapter for more ...

Unlocking the liftgate during a battery failure In the event of a vehicle power failure affecting the liftgate latch, theliftgate can be unlocked manually. 1. Locate the liftgate trim accesspanel in the center of the liftgate. 2. Using your key, a smallscrewdriver or knife, pry off theaccess panel. ...

CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS • When these locks are set, thesliding doors cannot be openedwith the inside handle. • The sliding doors can be openedfrom the outside when the doorsare unlocked. The childproof lock controls arelocated on front edge of each slidingdoor and must be set separately for each door....

Opening power liftgate (PLG) (if equipped) Press the control twice within three seconds to power open the powerliftgate. The interior lamps will illuminate. Make sure all persons areclear of the power liftgate area before using the powerliftgate controls to open or closethe liftgate. Press the contr...

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

8. Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remote entry transmitter. 9. Turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF) position after you have finishedprogramming all of the remote entry transmitters. 10. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programmingmode has been exited. Illuminated entry The...

Perimeter lamps illuminated entry (if equipped) The exterior lamps illuminate when the vehicle is unlocked using theremote entry transmitter, keyless keypad, or the driver’s door key lockcylinder (if equipped with perimeter alarm). The following items willilluminate: • Puddle lamps • Head lamps • Pa...

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) You can use the keyless entrykeypad to: • lock or unlock the doors without using a key. • activate or deactivate the autolock feature. • open and close the right and left power sliding doors (if equipped). • recall memory seat/side view mirrors/adjustable pedals po...

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 keyless entry keypad will illuminate after pressing the firstcontrol on the keypad. To unlock a...

SECURILOCK 姟 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock 娂 passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization system. This system is designed to help prevent the engine from beingstarted unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used. The SecuriLock 娂 passive anti-theft system is not compatible w...

Twenty seconds after one of the above events occurs, any door/hood thatis closed is armed. Any door/hood that is still open is prearmed and waiting for thedoor/hood to be closed. Once that input is closed, the input will arm in 20 seconds and theexterior lamps may flash. Disarming the system You can...

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. Before returning the seatback to...

Push control to lower head restraint. 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 l...

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...

Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) The lumbar control is located on theinboard side of the seat under thearmrest. Rotate the control to change thefirmness of the lumbar support. Memory seats/sideview mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped) This system allows automaticpositioning of the dr...

REAR SEATS Head restraints Lift the head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possiblebehind your head. The head restraints can be movedup and down by pulling up on thehead restraint. Push button to lower head restraint. Seat mounted cup holders (if equipped) Deploy by pressing th...

The cupholder is designed to detach from the seat when subjected toheavy load. The cupholder can be reinstalled by returning to the closedposition. Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure youin a collision. Adjusting 2nd row seats (if equipped) Lift control to adjust seat forwar...

Exiting the third row seat Second row bucket seats (if equipped) Follow directions for accessing the third row seat Second row bench seat To exit the third row, activate theeasy entry system by pulling on thestrap on the rear of the seat. Thiswill cause the seatback to flipforward and the seat track...

Removal of second row seats from vehicle 1. Place the front row seat in a forward position to allow the 2nd rowseat to be fully upright. 2. Place the 2nd row seat in a rear position to allow the 2nd row seat tobe fully upright. 3. Place seat in tumbled position.(See Accessing 3rd row seat ) 4. From ...

2. Find the clips attached near theends of the lap/shoulder belts. 3. Clip the end of the belt to thestationary portion of the shoulderbelt coming out of the trim panel. The end of the shoulder belt must be clipped in order to keep it fromstriking anything during vehicleoperation. 2006 Freestar (win...

3. Lower back of seat onto the reartubs until both release controls latchinto place. Be sure that the seat islocked in place both front and back. Do not place the seat front hooks on the front most pin of the front tub.Doing so will not allow the seat to fully install in vehicle. Ensure seat is latc...

4. Store the belt in the housingfound on the ceiling by inserting thesmaller tongue in the slot provided. Note: The seat can be stowed with the safety belt connected if desired.Store the tongue of the slidinglatchplate in the belt pocket toavoid potential damage to the seat. 5. Push the head restrai...

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

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...

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

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

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

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

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

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

• a readiness light and tone. • diagnostic module. • and the electrical wiring which connects the components. The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and thesupplemental airbag electrical system wiring (including the impactsensors), the system wiring, the airbag system readiness lig...

To reduce the risk of possible serious injury:Do not stow objects in seat back map pocket (if equipped) or hang objects off seat back if a child is in the front passenger seat.Do not place objects underneath the front passenger seat or betweenthe seat and the center console (if equipped).Check the “...

The side airbags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of thefront seats. In certain lateral collisions, the airbag on the side affected bythe collision will be inflated, even if the respective seat is not occupied.The airbag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupantto f...

Safety Canopy 姟 system (if equipped) Do not place objects ormount equipment on or near the headliner at the siderailthat may come into contact with adeploying Safety Canopy 娂 . Failure to follow these instructions mayincrease the risk of personal injuryin the event of a collision. Do not lean your h...

How does the Safety Canopy 姟 system work? The design and development of theSafety Canopy 娂 system included recommended testing proceduresthat were developed by a group ofautomotive safety experts known asthe Side Airbag Technical WorkingGroup. These recommended testingprocedures help reduce the risk...

The Safety Canopy 娂 system is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the side crash sensor toclose an electrical circuit that initiates Safety Canopy 娂 inflation or when a certain likelihood of a rollover event is detected by the rollover sensor. The ...

Any difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of thefollowing: • The readiness airbag light (same light as for front airbag system) willeither flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition isturned on. • A series of five beeps will be heard. The...

Children and safety belts If the child is the proper size, restrain the child in a safety seat. Childrenwho are too large for child safety seats (as specified by your child safetyseat manufacturer) should always wear safety belts. Follow all the important safety restraint and airbag precautions that...

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...

When children should use booster seats Children need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow thetoddler seat until they are big enough for the vehicle seat andlap/shoulder belt to fit properly. Generally this is when they weigh about80 lb. (36 kg) (about 8 to 12 years old). Booster seats sho...

• 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...

The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child’shead hitting a hard surface in a collision. For this reason, you shouldnever use a booster seat with a lap belt only. It is best to use a boosterseat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat- the ...

Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the wayback. Children 12 and u...

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...

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...

Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tireperformance and wear. Under-inflation or over-inflation may causeuneven treadwear patterns. Under-inflation is the most common cause of tire failures andmay result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or ⬙ blowout ⬙ , with unexpected l...

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...

Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wearabnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, andreplace them if one or more of the following conditions exist: Tire wear When the tread is worn down to1/16th of an inch (2 mm), tires mustbe replaced to help pre...

This begins with the letters “DOT” and indicates that the tire meets allfederal standards. The next two numbers or letters are the plant codedesignating where it was manufactured, the next two are the tire sizecode and the last four numbers represent the week and year the tire wasbuilt. For example,...

is malfunctioning. Your replacement tire might be incompatible with yourTPMS, or some component of the TPMS may be damaged. Safety practices Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. • Observe posted speed limits • Avoid fast starts, stops and turns • Avoid potholes a...

Front wheel drive (FWD) vehicles and those with an independent rearsuspension (if equipped) may require alignment of all four wheels. The tires should also be balanced periodically. An unbalanced tire andwheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear. Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recom...

Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law. 7. H: Indicates the tire’s speed rating. The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods oftime under a standard condition of load and inflation pressure. ...

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

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

Changing tires with TPMS Each road tire is equipped witha tire pressure sensor fastenedto the inside rim of the wheel.The pressure sensor is coveredby the tire and is not visibleunless the tire is removed. Thepressure sensor is locatedopposite (180 degrees) from thevalve stem. Care must be takenwhen...

Low Tire PressureWarning Light Possible cause Customer Action Required Solid Warning Light Tire(s)under-inflated 1. Check your tire pressure toensure tires are properlyinflated; refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter. Ford Motor Company recommendsthe use of a digital or dial-typetire pressure...

Low Tire PressureWarning Light Possible cause Customer Action Required Flashing WarningLight (flashes for ashort time either atstart-up or whiledriving) Spare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is in use. Repair the damaged roadwheel and re-mount it on thevehicle to restore systemfunctionality. F...

How temperature affects your tire pressure The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) monitors tire pressure ineach pneumatic tire. The pressure in each tire is dependent upon severalfactors, one of them being the contained air temperature (temperature ofthe air inside the tire). As the contained ai...

Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains: • Use only cable type SAE Class “S” chains. Conventional link or othertype chains may cause damage to your vehicle’s wheelhouse and/orunderbody. • These cable type chains should only be applied to the front wheels. • Install chains securely, ...

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door(vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a TireLabel). Look for “THE COMBINED WEI...

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

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

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...

Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight – is the highest possible weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow. It assumes a vehicle with onlymandatory options, no cargo (internal or external), a tongue load of10–15% (conventional trailer) or king pin weight of 15–25% (fifth wheeltrailer), and driver ...

The following gives you a few examples on how to calculate the availableamount of cargo and luggage load capacity: • Another example for your vehicle with 1400 lb. (635 kg) of cargo andluggage capacity. You decide to go golfing. Is there enough loadcapacity to carry you, 4 of your friends and all th...

Vehicle towing capability/Trailer hitch requirement Trailer Model/ Engine GCWR - lb. (kg) Hitch type required Trailer Weight range - lb. (kg) Tongue load Van, 3.9L 7000 (3175) Class I Non-Equalizing Weight Carrying 0-2000 (0–907) 10–15% of TW (200 lb. [91 kg] maximum) Wagon, 3.9L Wagon, 4.2L 7200 (3...

Safety chains Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the hook retainers on thehitch. To connect the trailer’s safety chains, cross the chains under thetrailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners. If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agencygives to you. D...

• 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 also assistin transmission cooling. (For addi...

RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to towyour vehicle with all four wheels on the ground (such as behind arecreational vehicle). These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is notdamaged due to insufficient lubrication. All Front W...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. 2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel,automatic transmission gearshiftlever and allows key removal. 3. OFF, shuts off the engine and allaccessories without lockin...

Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period oftime, open the windows at least one inch (2.5 cm) or adjust the heatingor air conditioning to bring in fresh air. USING THE ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED) An engine block heater warms the en...

ABS warning lamp The ABS lamp in the instrumentcluster momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition is turned on. Ifthe light does not illuminate duringstart up, remains on or flashes, theABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced. Even when the ABS is disabled,normal braking is still effective. (I...

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

When parking, do not use the gearshift in place of the parkingbrake. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in Park (P). Turn off the ignitionwhenever you leave your vehicle. Never leave your vehicle unattendedwhile it is running. If you do not take t...

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...

The RSS is automatically enabledwhen the gear selector is placed inR (Reverse) and the ignition is ON.The park aid disable switch allowsthe driver to disable the RSS onlywhen the ignition is ON, and thegear selector is in R (Reverse). TheOFF indicator remains illuminatedwhen the system is disabled. ...

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...

• towing of your disabled vehicle • emergency travel expense reimbursement • travel planning benefits Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in yourwallet for quick reference. In the United States, this card is found in theOwner Guide portfolio in...

Note: With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery. FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the enginewhen your vehicle has had a substantial jolt.After an accident, if the engine cranks but does not start, this switchmay have been activate...

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

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 12 5A Brake-Shift Interlock (BSI) Runfeed, Climate control system Runfeed 13 5A Compass/Driver heatedseat/Passenger heatedseats/Reverse sensingsystem/Power LiftgateModule/Power sliding door Runfeeds 14 5A Underhood fuse...

Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. Thepower distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect yourvehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high currentfuses. To reduce risk of electri...

CHANGING A FLAT TIRE If you get a flat tire while driving: • do not brake heavily. • gradually decrease the vehicle’s speed. • hold the steering wheel firmly. • slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. • If your low tire warning light is on, refer to Low tire warning in this chapter. The...

• Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheellocation can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance •...

When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel additionalcaution should be given to: • Towing a trailer • Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel andseek service as ...

Removing the spare tire 1. Wagon only: Open liftgate and lift flap in the carpeting on the reartub cargo floor to expose the hexnut. Insert the lug nut wrench onthe hex nut in cargo floor. Cargo van only: Lift flap in mat to expose hex nut. Insert extensiontool through access hole and engagehex nut....

Tire change procedure When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the transaxlealone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the vehicle is in P (Park). To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire,be sure the parking brake is set, then block ...

11. Remove the jack and fullytighten the lug nuts in the ordershown. Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this chapter for the proper lug nuttorque specification. 12. Installing the optional wheelcover or center ornament: • If equipped with a bolted-onwheel cover, install the wheelc...

3. Lay the tire flat and secure the cable with wing screw by installing iton the wing screw retainer in the floor and turning the wing screwclockwise. You will hear an audible click when the tire is properlysecured. 4. Check that the flat tire is properly secured. Stowing the spare tire 1. Lay the s...

2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this coulddamage the vehicle’s electrical system. 3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehiclemaking sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fa...

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 by wheel lift or flatbedequipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt....

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...

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 ...

The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relatively speedyalternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce asettlement have failed. This procedure is without cost to you and isdesigned to eliminate the need for lengthy and expensive legalproceedings. In the CAMVAP program,...

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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...

WAXING Applying Motorcraft Paint Sealant (ZC-45) to your vehicle every sixmonths will assist in reducing minor scratches and paint damage. • Wash the vehicle first. • Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft PremiumLiquid Wax (ZC-53-A), which is available from your authorized dealer,o...

ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. Thehigh-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and causedamage. • Do not spray a hot engine with ...

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, water repellan...

INTERIOR TRIM • Clean the interior trim areas with a damp cloth, then with a clean, drycloth; you may also use Motorcraft Dash & Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-38-A). • Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the finish. INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts and seats equ...

Note: In some instances, color or dye transfer can occur when wet clothing comes in contact with leather upholstery. If this occurs, theleather should be cleaned immediately to avoid permanent staining. UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body anddoor drain holes ...

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 left corner of the instrumentpanel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that islocated under the front center ofthe hood. 3. Lift the hood and secure it withthe prop rod. Your ve...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.9L/4.2L V6 engines 1. Brake fluid reservoir 2. Air filter assembly 3. Power distribution box 4. Battery 5. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 6. Engine oil dipstick 7. Engine oil filler cap 8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 9. Engine coolant r...

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...

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES To replace the wiper blades: 1. Pull the wiper arm away from thewindshield and lock into the serviceposition. 2. Turn the blade at an angle fromthe wiper arm. Push the lock pinmanually to release the blade andpull the wiper blade down towardthe windshield to remove it from ...

5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level indicator (dipstick). 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain. • If the oil level is within this range, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added...

• Do not overfill the enginewith oil. Oil levels above thismark may cause enginedamage. If the engine is overfilled, some oil must beremoved from the engine by anauthorized dealer. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions...

Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil. Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the AmericanPetroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conformsto the current engine and emission system protection standards and fueleconomy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization andA...

If the electrolyte level in the battery is low, you can add plain tap waterto the battery, as long as you do not use hard water (water with a highmineral or alkali content). If possible, however, try to only fill the batterycells with distilled water. If the battery needs water often, have thechargi...

• 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...

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....

FUEL FILTER For fuel filter replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter. Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. Thecustomer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel systemif...

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...

Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use“Regular” unleaded gasoline withpump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.We do not recommend the use ofgasolines labeled as “Regular” thatare sold with octane ratings of 86 or lower in high altitude areas. Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes kno...

• 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 ...

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”conditi...

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...

Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments orcleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmissionoperation and result in damage to internal transmission components. AIR FILTER Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing t...

REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity Brake fluid Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid 1 All Fill to MAX line on reservoir Engine oil (includes filter change) 3 Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 PremiumSynthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium ...

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford part name Ford part number Ford specification Brake fluid Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid 1 PM-1 or PM-1-C ESA-M6C25-A or WSS-M6C62-A Door weatherstrips Silicone Spray Lubricant XL-6 ESR-M13P4-A Engine coolant Motorcraft Premium Gold Eng...

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These qualityaccessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotiveneeds; they are custom designed to complement th...

Rear seat entertainment systems - DVD Ash cup/coin holder Trailer hitches, wiring harnesses and accessories Roof carriers Peace of mind First aid and safety kits Full vehicle covers Locking gas cap Remote start Vehicle security systems Mobile-Ease 娂 hands-free communication system For maximum vehicl...

A Accessory delay ..........................67AdvanceTrac ..............................221Air cleaner filter ...............303, 307Air filter, cabin ............................43Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ........................152, 161, 164 and child safety seats ............154descrip...

bulb replacementspecifications chart ..................50daytime running light ...............45headlamps .................................44headlamps, flash to pass ..........46instrument panel, dimming .....46interior lamps .....................48–50replacing bulbs ...................51, 54 Lane c...

replacing the batteries .............99 Reverse sensing system ...........227 Roadside assistance ..................230 Roof rack .....................................90 S Safety Belt Maintenance ..........151 Safety belts (see Safetyrestraints) ..................137, 141–144 Safety Canopy ............