Ford 2007 Edge 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 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 ...

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperaturescould damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Powertrain malfunction/reducedpower: Illuminates when a powertrain or a AWD fault has beendetected. Con...

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...

Wheels and Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to ON, the light will illuminate for 3 seconds to ensure the bulb is working. Ifthe light does not turn ON or begins to flash, have the system inspectedby your authorized dealer. For more information on this system, refer to Understanding...

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 as safelypossible, switch off the engine and let the eng...

AUDIO SYSTEMS Quick start — How to get going Listening to the radio 1. If the audio system is off, pressVOL-PUSH to turn the radio on.Turn VOL-PUSH to adjust thevolume. Note: The system may take a few moments to turn on. 2. Press AM/FM repeatedly tochoose between AM/FM1/FM2frequency bands. 3. Press ...

For a single CD system, if a disc is not already loaded, insert onlyone, label side up into the CD slot.LOADING CD and READING DISC will appear in the display. The firsttrack on the disc will begin playing. For an in-dash six CD system, if a disc is not already loaded, pressLOAD. Select a slot numbe...

Press SHUFFLE to engage shufflemode. SHUFFLE ON will appear inthe display. If you wish to engageshuffle mode right away, press SEEK to begin random play. Otherwise,random play will begin when the current track is finished playing. CDSHUF will appear in the display.To disengage, press SHUFFLE again. ...

The default setting is off; increasing your vehicle speed will not change the volume level. Adjust 1–7: Increasing this setting from 1 (lowest setting) to 7 (highest setting) allows the radio volume to automatically change slightly withvehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Recommended...

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press SEEK, SEEK to seek to the previous/next channel. If a specific category is selected,(Jazz, Rock, News, etc.), press SEEK, SEEK to seek to the previous/next channel in the selected category. Press and hold SEEK, SEEK to fast seek through the previous /next...

10. FF (Fast forward): Press FF to manually advance in a CD/MP3track. 11. REW (Rewind): Press REW to manually reverse in a CD/MP3 track. 12. Memory presets: To set a station, select the desired frequencyband, AM, FM1 or FM2. Tune to thedesired station. Press and hold a preset button until sound retu...

2. MUTE/ : Press to mute the playing media. Press again to returnto the playing media. 3. MENU: Press repeatedly to access the following settings: CATEGORY (satellite radio if equipped): Press MENU until the currently active category appears in the display (CATEGORY MODE). In CATEGORY MODE, press / ...

17. LOAD: To load a disc into the system, press LOAD. Select a slotnumber using memory presets 1–6.When the display reads LOAD CD#,load the desired disc, label side up.If you do not choose a slot within 5 seconds, the system will choose foryou. Once loaded, the first track will begin to play. To aut...

Auxiliary input jack (Line in) Your vehicle is equipped with anAuxiliary Input Jack (AIJ). TheAuxiliary Input Jack provides a wayto connect your portable musicplayer to the in-vehicle audiosystem. This allows the audio from aportable music player to be playedthrough the vehicle speakers withhigh fid...

Troubleshooting: 1. Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output. Line leveloutputs are intended for connection to a home stereo and are notcompatible with the AIJ. The AIJ will only work correctly with devicesthat have a headphone output with a volume control. 2. Do not set the portab...

CDs with homemade paper(adhesive) labels should not beinserted into the CD player asthe label may peel and cause theCD to become jammed. It isrecommended that homemadeCDs be identified withpermanent felt tip marker ratherthan adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Pleasecontact your authori...

Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3discs, it is important to understandhow the system will read thestructures you create. While variousfiles may be present, (files withextensions other than mp3), onlyfiles with the .mp3 extension will beplayed. Other files will be ignoredby the syst...

• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freewayoverpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms caninterfere with your reception. • Station overload: When you pass a ground based broadcast repeatingtower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result ...

Quick start Your Family Entertainment System includes a DVD system, two sets ofwireless infrared (IR) headphones and a wireless infrared (IR) remotecontrol. To play a DVD in the DVD system: The DVD system can play DVD-Video, DVD-R, DVD-R/W discs as well asaudio CDs and video CDs. To ensure proper di...

DVD player controls 1. Headphone control A/B: Press to select either the A or Bheadphone source. Then pressMEDIA to select the desired playingmedia for that headset. When aheadphone channel has been selected (A or B), selections will affect thesource on that channel only. Note: Headphone A can acces...

Remote control Unless otherwise stated, all operations can be carried out with theremote control. Always point the remote control directly at the player.Ensure that there are no obstructions between the remote and player. 1. Power control: Press to turn the FES (Family Entertainment System) ON/OFF. ...

22. ENTER: Press to select the highlighted menu option. 23. ILLUMINATION : Press to illuminate the remote control and backlight all of the buttons. Battery replacement Batteries are supplied with theremote control unit. Since allbatteries have a limited shelf life,replace them when the unit fails to...

Headphones Wireless headphones Your FES system is equipped with two sets of battery powered, infraredwireless headphones. Two AAA batteries are needed to operate theheadphones. (Batteries are included.) Additional infrared wireless headphones may be purchased for use withthe system. Also, wired head...

Channel A source. The wired headphone jack for Channel B is located onthe right side of the FES and is labeled B. Headphones plugged into this headphone jack will hear audio from the audio source selected to bethe Channel B source. Adjust the headphone volume usingthe volume control on the DVDsystem...

Press the Headphone Control buttonA to change the audio source forChannel A. Press MEDIA to change the audiosource for Channel A. Thisinformation will display on the DVDsystem screen. Press the Headphone Control buttonB to change the audio source forChannel B. Press MEDIA to change the audio source ...

Audio displays Your DVD system interacts closely with the front audio system. Statusmessages will appear in the radio display showing the DVD status. Somepossible radio display messages: • SINGLE PLAY or DUAL PLAY • DVD LOAD • DVD MENU • DVD STOP Audio interaction You can then also use the front aud...

When the DVD system is ON, youcan then press the memory presetcontrols 2 and 4 simultaneously totoggle between Single Play and Dual Play. In Single Play mode, allspeakers listen to the same media. In Dual Play mode, rear seatpassengers can use the infrared wireless, or wired (not included)headphones...

The front glass on the liquid crystal display (LCD) flip-downscreen may break when hit with a hard surface. If the glass breaks, do not touch the liquid crystalline material. In case of contactwith skin, wash immediately with soap and water. The driver should not attempt to operate any function of t...

However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in aparticular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interferenceto radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning theequipment off and on, the user is encouraged to consult the dealer or anexperienced ra...

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 distribution of the airflow in thevehicle. See the following for a briefdescription on each control setting: MAX A/C: Distribu...

5. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engagesautomatically in MAX A/C, (defrost) and (floor/defrost). 6. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. Operating tips • To reduce fo...

DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DATC) SYSTEMWITH HEATED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED) Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Driver Controls chapter. MAX A/C setting: In order to achieve maximum cooling performance, press , A/C, , and set the tempe...

6. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactive air recirculation in the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed tocool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesiredodors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculation can beengaged manually in a...

Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as theseobjects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. 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 (R...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to thefirst position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate to the secondposition to turn on the headlamps. Autolamp control The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights normallycontrolled by the headlamp contro...

Foglamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control also operatesthe foglamps. The foglamps can beturned on when the headlamp control is in the , or positions and the high beams arenot turned on. Pull headlamp control towards youto turn foglamps on. The foglampindicator light will illuminate. High be...

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the leftturn signal. • Push up to activate the right turnsignal. INTERIOR LAMPS Front row map lamps (if equipped) To turn on the map lamps, press theouter edge of the clear lens. Thefront row map lamp lights when: • any door is opened. • the instrument pan...

Function Number of bulbs Trade number Map lamp 2 12V6W Second row dome/readinglamp 3 578 Rear courtesy lamp 1 1600XB Visor vanity lamp - Slideon Rail system (SOR)(if equipped) 2 37 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authoriz...

2. Remove the bulb holder from thelamp assembly by depressing thesnaps. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of thesocket and push in the new bulb. Install the new bulbs in reverseorder. Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the OFF position. 2. Depress the lever and care...

Replacing foglamp bulbs (if equipped) 1. Make sure the foglamp switch isin the OFF position. 2. From underneath the vehicle,remove splash shield and rotate theharness/bulb assemblycounterclockwise, to remove fromthe fog lamp. 3. Carefully disconnect the bulbfrom the harness assembly via the two snap...

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. Speed dependent wipers: When the wiper control is on, the speed ofthe wipers will automatically adjustwith the vehicle speed. T...

Rear window wiper/washer controls For rear wiper operation, rotate therear window wiper and washercontrol to the desired position.Select: 2 — Normal speed operation of rearwiper. 1 — Intermittent operation of rearwiper. OFF — Rear wiper and washer off. For rear wash cycle, rotate (and hold as desire...

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on thevisor mirror lamp. Slide on rod feature The visor will slide back and forthon the rod for increased sunlightcoverage. Rotate the visor towardsthe side window and extend itrearward for additional sunlightcoverage. Note: To sto...

Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used. A third auxiliary power point islocated on the rear side of thecenter console. The power point isaccessible from the rear seats. The rear auxiliary power point islocated on the left rear quarterpanel. The power point is accessiblefrom the ...

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 down Allows the driver’s window to openfully without holding the controldown. Push the switch completelydo...

AUTOMATIC DIMMING INTERIOR REAR VIEW MIRROR(IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped withan interior rear view mirror whichhas an auto-dimming function. Theelectronic day/night mirror willchange from the normal (highreflective) state to the non-glare(darkened) state when bright lights(glare) reach ...

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....

In any mode: • Press VOL + or - to adjust thevolume. Climate control features Press TEMP + or - to adjusttemperature. Press FAN + or - to adjust fanspeed. PANORAMIC VISTA ROOF 姟 AND POWER SUNSHADES (IF EQUIPPED) The panoramic Vista Roof 娂 and power sunshade controls are located on the overhead conso...

To vent the panoramic Vista Roof 娂 : From the closed position, press and release the TILT control. To vent the panoramic Vista Roof 娂 from any position, press and hold the TILT control. To close, press and holdthe front control. NOTE: If the panoramic Vista Roof 娂 is excessively operated, the glass ...

3. Press and hold the RESETcontrol for 2 seconds to set thelanguage choice. System warnings System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in yourvehicle’s operating systems. In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center willcycle the display to show all warnings b...

Warnings Status Low brake fluid level Warning returns after the ignition keyis turned from LOCK/OFF to RUN Liftgate ajar Low tire pressure Tire pressure monitor fault Tire pressure sensor fault Compass data error Integrated key programmingstatus Maximum number of Integrated Keysexceeded DRIVER DOOR ...

TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT. Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For moreinformation on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. If the warni...

LIFTGATE The liftgate area is only intended for cargo, not passengers. You can openand close the liftgate from outside the vehicle. It cannot be opened frominside the cargo area. Unlock the liftgate (but do notrelease it) with the power door locksystem and remote entrytransmitter. To open the liftga...

CARGO MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The cargo management systemconsists of storage compartmentslocated in the floor of the rear cargoarea. 1. To open, lift the release handleand the lid. 2. To close, lower the lid. LUGGAGE RACK (IF EQUIPPED) The load must be placed directly on the luggage rack. Th...

KEYS Your vehicle is equipped with twoIntegrated Keyhead Transmitters(IKTs). The IKT functions as both aprogrammed ignition key thatoperates all the locks and starts thevehicle, and a remote keyless entrytransmitter. Your IKTs are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed keywill not permit...

Keyless entry key pad autolock enable/disable procedure 1. Turn the ignition to the 1 (LOCK)position. 2. Close all the doors. 3. Enter factory–set 5–digit entrycode. 4. Press and hold the 3 • 4. While holding the 3 • 4 press the 7 • 8. 5. Release the 7 • 8. 6. Release the 3 • 4. The user should rece...

CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS • When these locks are set, therear doors cannot be opened fromthe inside. • The rear doors can be openedfrom the outside when the doorsare unlocked. The childproof locks are located onrear edge of each rear door andmust be set separately for eachdoor. Setting the lock for one ...

Two stage unlocking may be disabled or re-enabled by simultaneouslypressing the and controls on the IKT for four seconds (disabling two stage unlock allows all vehicle doors to unlock simultaneously). Theturn lamps will flash twice to indicate that two-stage unlock was enabledor disabled. Locking th...

2. Press the SET control on thedriver’s door panel. 3. Within 5 five seconds, press thelock or unlock control on theIntegrated keyhead Transmitter andthen press the 1 or 2 control on thedriver’s door panel which you wouldlike to associate with the seat andDriver 1 or Driver 2 positions. 4. Repeat th...

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 instructions inside the IKT for thecorrect orientation of...

The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. Perimeter lamps illuminated entry With the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter system, the following items willilluminate when the (unlock) control on the transmitter is pressed: • Head lamp...

5. Turn the ignition back to the 3 (RUN) position. The horn will chirpone time to confirm programming mode has been entered and is active. 6. Press the power door unlock control twice within 5 seconds. Note: The horn will chirp once to indicate the perimeter lighting feature hasbeen deactivated. The...

available from your authorized dealer. You can also create up to three ofyour own 5–digit personal entry codes. When pressing the controls on the keypad, press the middle of thecontrols to ensure a good activation. Programming a personal entry code and keypad association tomemory seats and mirrors (...

Anti-scan feature If the wrong code has been entered 7 times (35 consecutive buttonpresses), the keypad will go into an anti-scan mode. This mode disablesthe keypad for one minute and the keypad lamp will flash. The anti-scan feature will turn off after: • one minute of keypad inactivity. • pressing...

Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the samekey chain may cause vehicle starting issues. You need to prevent theseobjects from touching the coded IKT while starting the engine. Theseobjects will not cause dama...

Replacement Integrated Keyless Transmitters (IKT) and coded keys Note: Your vehicle comes equipped with two Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs). The IKT functions as both a programmed ignitionkey that operates all the locks and starts the vehicle, as well as a remotekeyless entry transmitter. A m...

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...

Lift handle to move seat forward orbackward. Pump the handle upwards to raisethe cushion and pump downward tolower the cushion to the desiredlocation. Pull lever up to adjust seatback. Folding down the front passenger seatback (if equipped) The front passenger seatback can be folded to a horizontal ...

3. Pull up on the recliner handlelocated on the outboard side of theseat to fold the front passengerseatback. 4. Without releasing the handle,push the seatback forward. 5. Move the seat as far forward aspossible. Cover sharp edges on the load to help prevent injury tooccupants. Secure the load to he...

Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclinedtoo far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the decision of the front passenger sensing system, resulting in seriousinjury or death in a crash. Always sit upright against your seatback,with your feet on the floor. To r...

Heated seats (if equipped) The heated seats will only function when the ignition is in RUN. To operate the heated seats: • Push the control located on theclimate control system panel onceto activate high heat. • Push twice to activate low heat. • Push a third time to deactivate. The indicator light ...

Folding down the 60/40 rear seats Note : The head restraints should be placed in the full down position before folding the seatback down. Note : Ensure that no objects such as books, purses, or briefcases are on the floor in front of, are on, or under the second row seat cushion beforeactuating the ...

Press and hold the controlmechanism to lower the seatback.The top portion lowers the right(40%) seatback, and the bottomportion lowers the left (60%)seatback. Returning the 2nd row seatback to the upright position Before returning the seatback to its original position, make surethat cargo or any obj...

Seat mounted armrest and cupholders Your vehicle is equipped with a rearseat armrest. To fold the armrestdown, release the latch located onthe seatback by pressing down andpulling forward. To access the cup holders, lift upone of the slotted areas on thecover. Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Ha...

SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System 姟 The Personal Safety System 娂 provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to helpfurther reduce the risk of airbag-related injuries. The system is able toanalyze different occupant conditions and cra...

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the backseat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. The front passenger sensing system can automatically turn off the frontpassenger airbag and passenger seat-mounted side airbag. The system isdesigned to help protect small (child si...

The Restraints Control Module (RCM) monitors its own internal circuitsand the circuits for the airbag supplemental restraints, crash sensor(s),safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt buckle sensors, driver seatposition sensor, and front passenger sensing system. In addition, theRCM also monitor...

In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likelyto die than a person wearing a seat belt. Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety beltassembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on the...

if your vehicle receives an impact of 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, the safetybelt will become locked and help reduce your forward movement. Energy Management Feature — Front Outboard • This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy managementfeature at the front seats to help further reduce the ris...

• 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. When to use the automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder be...

Second row comfort guide The second row outboardlap/shoulder belt is equipped with abelt comfort guide. This guide isattached to the head restraint and isstored in a pocket in the seatback.It is used to adjust the comfort ofthe shoulder belt for smalleroccupants in the outboard secondrow seats. To a...

Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safetybelt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing onthe label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is tooshort for you when fully extended. Do not use extensions to change the fit of the s...

Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignition switchis turned to the ON position... The safety belt warning lightilluminates 1-2 minutes and thewarning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. The driver’s safety belt is buckledwhile the indicator light isillumina...

If... Then... The driver’s and front passenger’ssafety belts are buckled before theignition switch is turned to the ONposition or less than 1-2 minuteshave elapsed since the ignitionswitch has been turned ON... The Belt-Minder 威 feature will not activate. The driver’s or front passenger’ssafety belt...

Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt or insert a latchplateinto the buckle to avoid the Belt-Minder 威 chime. To do so may adversely affect the performance of the vehicle’s air bag system. One time disable If at any time the driver/front passenger quickly buckles then unbucklesthe safety belt f...

1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOTSTART THE ENGINE) 2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately1–2 minutes) • Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety beltwarning light turns off. 3. For the seating position being disabled, a...

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...

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 front passenger sensing system will disable (will not inflate) thefront passenger’s frontal airbag if: • the front passenger seat is unoccupied, or has small/medium objects inthe front seat. • the system determines that an infant is present in a rear-facing infantseat that is installed according...

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 “...

Any alteration/modification to the front passenger seat mayaffect the performance of the front passenger sensing system. Determining if the system is operational The supplemental restraint system uses a warning indicator light in theinstrument cluster or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of t...

Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag SRS, itsfuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag. See your authorized dealer. All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety beltseven when an airbag SRS is provided. How does the side airbag system work? The design ...

The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean thatsomething is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the forces werenot of the type sufficient to cause activation. Side airbags are designedto inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over, rear-impact, frontal ornear-fro...

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...

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...

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

SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of thechild. Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions with thesafety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use thesafety seat properly, the ...

Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions includedwith the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in a suddenstop or collision. Rear-facing child seats or infant carriers should never be placedin front of an...

Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Most new forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap whichgoes over the back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point. Tetherstraps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contactthe manufacturer of your child seat fo...

NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles handle differentlythan passenger cars in the variousdriving conditions that areencountered on streets, highwaysand off-road. Utility vehicles are notdesigned for cornering at speeds ashigh as passenger cars any morethan low-slung sports car...

Note: Your AWD vehicle is not intended for off-road use. The AWD feature gives your vehicle some limited off-road capabilities in whichdriving surfaces are relatively level, obstruction-free and otherwisesimilar to normal on-road driving conditions. Operating your vehicleunder other than those condi...

Every day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than theothers, use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires and adjust ifrequired. At least once a month and before long trips, inspect each tire and checkthe tire pressure with a tire gauge (including spare, if equipped). Inflatea...

of 1 psi (7 kPa) in inflation pressure. Check your tire pressuresfrequently and adjust them to the proper pressure which can be foundon the Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label. To check the pressure in your tire(s): 1. Make sure the tires are cool, meaning they are not hot from drivi...

tread grooves. Check for holes or cuts that may permit air leakage fromthe tire and make necessary repairs. Also inspect the tire sidewalls forcracking, cuts, bruises and other signs of damage or excessive wear. Ifinternal damage to the tire is suspected, have the tire demounted andinspected in case...

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. Thisinformation identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics ofthe tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identific...

When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should notexceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautions listed below. If thebeads do not seat at the maximum pressure indicated, re-lubricate andtry again.When inflating the tire for m...

If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., do not rapidly spin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion. A tire can explode in as little as three to five seconds. Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires mayfail and injure a passenger or bystan...

• Front Wheel Drive (FWD)/ AllWheel Drive vehicles (front tiresat top of diagram) 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, tire imbalance or mechanicalproblem i...

Information on “P” type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (Note thatthe tire size, load index and speedrating for your vehicle may bedifferent from this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tir...

12. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades • Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on aspecified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150would wear one and one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well ...

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

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

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...

When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn youwhen your tires need air. It can also warn you in the event the system isno longer capable of functioning as intended. Please refer to thefollowing chart for information conc...

any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearestlocation where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to therecommended inflation pressure. SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires youcurrently have on your vehicle. The tires o...

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 loadweight is also part of cargo weight. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb wei...

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....

1400 - (2 x 220) - (9 x 100) = 1400 - 440 - 900 = 60 lb. Now you havethe load capacity to transport the cement and your friend home. Inmetric units, the calculation would be: 635 kg - (2 x 99 kg) -(9 x 45 kg) = 635 - 198 - 405 = 32 kg. The above calculations also assume that the loads are positioned...

Trailer tow connector(equipped on vehicles with a Class II trailer tow/prep package) The trailer tow connector is located under the rear bumper, on thedriver’s side of the vehicle. Refer to the following chart for information regarding thefactory-equipped trailer tow connector: Trailer tow connector...

• Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached. • If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear. Donot apply the brakes continuously, as they may overheat and becomeless effective. • The trailer tongue weight should be 10–15% of the loaded trailerweight. • If you wi...

All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles: Tow your All Wheel Drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground orwith all four wheels off the ground using a vehicle transport trailer. Do not tow your All Wheel Drive vehicle with the front wheels offthe ground (by using a tow dolly) and the rear wheels on thegr...

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...

Note: If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try, turn the key to LOCK, wait 10 seconds and try again. If the engine stillfails to start, press the accelerator to the floor and try again; this willallow the engine to crank with the fuel shut off in case the engine isflooded wi...

Parking brake Apply the parking brake wheneverthe vehicle is parked. To set theparking brake, press the parkingbrake pedal down until the pedalstops. The BRAKE warning lamp in theinstrument cluster illuminates andremains illuminated (when theignition is turned ON) until theparking brake is released....

During Electronic Stability Control events the “sliding car” icon in theinstrument cluster will flash momentarily. Driving maneuvers which may activate AdvanceTrac 威 with RSC system include: • Taking a turn too fast. • Maneuvering quickly to avoid an accident, pedestrian or obstacle. • Driving over ...

The AdvanceTrac 威 with RSC button, located on the center stack of theinstrument panel, allows the driverto control certain features of theAdvanceTrac 威 with RSC system below 45 mph (70 km/h). If thevehicle is below 45 mph (70 km/h), pressing the AdvanceTrac 威 with RSC button will disable RSC, ESC an...

Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift islatched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward.Always come to a complete stop before s...

• O/D (overdrive) is automatically returned each time the key is turnedoff. L (Low) • Provides maximum engine braking. • Will downshift to the lowest available gear for the current vehiclespeed; allows for first gear when vehicle reaches slower speeds. If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow If yo...

ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a full-time All Wheel Drive (AWD)system. With the AWD option, power will be delivered to the frontwheels and distributed to the rear wheels as needed. The AWD system isactive all the time and requires no input from the oper...

be required from another vehicle. Remember, you may be able to backout the way you came if you proceed with caution. Mud and water If you must drive through high water, drive slowly. Traction or brakecapability may be limited. When driving through water, determine the depth; avoid water higherthan t...

Make sure you allow sufficient distance between you and other vehiclesfor stopping. Drive slower than usual and consider using one of the lowergears. In emergency stopping situations, apply the brake steadily. Sinceyour vehicle is equipped with a four wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS),do not “pump”...

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...

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 activated. This switch is located behind apanel on the left side of the...

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 ...

The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 1 30A Not used (Spare) 2 15A Not used (Spare) 3 15A Family entertainment system(FES)/Rear seat control 4 30A Not used (Spare) 5 10A Keypad illumination, 2nd rowseat, Tire Pressure Monitor...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 37 10A Climate control 38 20A Subwoofer/Amp (Audiophileradio) 39 20A Radio 40 20A Not used (Spare) 41 15A Delayed accessory function forradio and lock switch illumination 42 10A Not used (Spare) 43 10A Rear wiper logic ...

CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmlyand slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. Note: If your vehicle is equipped with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), th...

The usage of a full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel can lead toimpairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability • All-Wheel driving capability (...

Removing the spare tire and jack 1. Lift the carpeted load floor panellocated in the rear of the vehicle. 2. Remove the wing nut securingthe spare tire by turning itcounterclockwise. 3. Lift and remove the spare tire. 4. Remove the spacer and bagcontaining the jack assembly. 5. Remove the jack and w...

Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle closeto moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. 1. Block the diagonally oppositewheel. 2. Remove wheel cover (ifequipped) with the lug wrench tipand loosen ...

Stowing the flat/spare tire and jack 1. Fully collapse the jack, fold the wrench socket into the handle andplace the both into the bag making sure to secure the tabs. 2. Place the jack assembly in the spare tire well aligning it with the twovertical studs. 3. Place the tire in the spare tire well ov...

JUMP STARTING The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames,sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes andclothing, if contacted. Do not attempt to push-start your automatic transmissionv...

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

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

3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for anadditional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In ...

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

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

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...

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those caseswhere you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and theauthorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concernhave been unsatisfactory, Ford of C...

If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at thetime of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since thisinformation is subject to change, please ask your authorized dealer forcomplete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, orvisit the Ford ESP ...

WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is availablefrom your 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 repellen...

INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel, interior trim areas and cluster lens with aclean and damp white cotton cloth, then with a clean and dry whitecotton cloth; you may also use Motorcraft Dash & Vinyl Cleaner(ZC-38-A) on the instrument panel and interior tr...

INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, cloth seats and safety belts: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. • 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 Mo...

FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many qualityproducts available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. Thesequality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to complement...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer canprovide the necessary parts and service. Check your Warranty Guide to find out wh...

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 with the pro...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.5L V6 engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Power steering fluid reservoir 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Battery 5. Power distribution box 6. Air filter assembly 7. Transmission fluid dipstick 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Engine oil filler cap 10. Windsh...

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...

Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and thewindshield, refer to Windows and wiper blades in the Cleaning chapter.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...

3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched inP (Park). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). • 3.5L V6 engine 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itaga...

• 3.5L V6 engine • If required, add engine oil to the engine. Refer to Adding engine oil in this chapter. • Do not overfill the enginewith oil. Oil levels above thismark may cause enginedamage. If the engine is overfilled, some oil must beremoved from the engine by anauthorized dealer. 7. Put the in...

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

BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice. If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalledafter the battery has been cleaned or replaced. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep...

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

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recycling centerto find out more about recyclingautomotive batteries. ENGINE COOLANTChecking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant shou...

• A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added, in caseof emergency, to reach a vehicle service location. In this instance, thecooling system must be drained and refilled with a 50/50 mixture ofengine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible. Water alone(without engine coolant)...

6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed. Cap must be tightlyinstalled to prevent coolant loss. After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration (referto Checking engine coolant ). If the concentration is not 50/50 (protection to –34° F/–36° C), drain some coolant and adjust...

• Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure thecoolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequatefreeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in thewinter months. If you drive in extremely hot climates: • It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentrationabo...

Continued operation will increase the engine temperature: • The engine will completely shut down. • Steering and braking effort will increase. Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Takeyour vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible to minimizeengine damage. When ...

• Be particularly careful if you are taking “Antabuse” or other forms ofdisulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism. Breathing gasoline vapors,or skin contact could cause an adverse reaction. In sensitiveindividuals, serious personal injury or sickness may result. If fuel issplashed on the skin, prom...

Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1/4 turn on/offfeature. When fueling your vehicle: 1. Turn the engine off. 2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/4 turn until it stops. 3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe. 4. To install the cap, ali...

Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveabilityproblems, try a different brand of unleaded gasoline. “Premium”unleaded gasoline is not recommended for vehicles designed to use“Regular” unleaded gasoline because it may cause these problems tobecome more pronounced...

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

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 amount of fuel added (ingallons or liters). 3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and recordthe current od...

• You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain ifunnecessary shifting between the top gears occurs. Unnecessaryshifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy. • Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and mayreduce fuel economy. • Resting your foot on the bra...

The EPA window sticker should be your guide for the fuel economycomparisons with other vehicles. It is important to note the box in the lower left corner of the windowsticker. These numbers represent the Range of MPG (L/100 km)expected on the vehicle under optimum conditions. Your fuel economymay va...

POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the service interval schedules. 1. Start the engine and let it rununtil it reaches normal operatingtemperature (the engine coolanttemperature gauge indicator will benear the center of the normal a...

TRANSAXLE FLUID Checking automatic transaxle fluid Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes.Your transaxle does not consumefluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if the transaxle is notworking properly, i.e., if the transaxle sli...

The transmission fluid should bewithin the cross-hatch area if atnormal operating temperature 149°F(65°C). High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe rangemay result in transaxle failure. Anoverfill condition of transmissionfluid may cause shift and/orengagement concerns and/or possible damage. Hi...

To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burninjuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. Changing the air filter element 1. Release the clamps that securethe air filter housing cover. 2. Carefully separate the two halve...

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation: 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating (GVWR) / RestraintSystem 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence nu...

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...

A Accessory delay ..........................90 AdvanceTrac ..............................216 Air cleaner filter ...............300–302 Air conditioning ..........................70 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ................152–153, 161, 164 and child safety seats ............154description...