Ford 2007 Five Hundred v.1- User Manual

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

SPECIAL NOTICES 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...

• how fast the vehicle was traveling; and • where the driver was positioning the steering wheel. To access this information, special equipment must be directly connectedto the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada donot access event data recorder information without obtaining cons...

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

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make ...

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

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

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

AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM stereo/ single CD Satellite Compatible Sound System(if equipped) Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With this feature, the window switches and radio may be used for up to tenminutes after the ignition is turned off or either front door is opened. 1. /...

3. Menu: Press to toggle through the following modes: Setting the clock: Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is displayed. Use / / SEEK to manually increase/decrease. Press MENU again to disengage clock mode. CATEGORY (Satellite Radio if equipped): Press MENU until the currently active categ...

Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume automatically changes slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Use / / SEEK to adjust. Recommended level is 1–3. Level 0 turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting. Setting the clock: Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT ...

18. LOAD: Press to load a CD. Press LOAD and a memory presetto load to a specific slot. Press andhold to autoload up to six CDs. 19. CD eject: Press to eject a CD. Press and hold to auto eject all CDspresent in the system. If there is noCD present, the display will read NO CD. 20. CD slot: Insert a ...

• Clean using a circular motion. CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility,certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may notfunction correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregularshaped CDs, CDs with a scr...

Unlike AM/FM audible static, you will hear an audio mute when there isa satellite radio signal interference. Your radio display may display NOSIGNAL to indicate the interference. SIRIUS satellite radio service: SIRIUS Satellite Radio is a continental U.S. based satellite radio service that broadcast...

Radio Display Condition Action Required NO TEXT Song title information not available. Song title information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. NO TEXT Category information not available. Category information not available at this time on this channel. The sy...

DVD R/W, VCD, and MP3 media. You can also plug in and play auxiliarymedia devices such as video game systems and MP3 players. Pleasereview this material to become familiar with the Family EntertainmentSystem (FES) features and safety information. DVD player controls 1. MAIN control • NEXT — Press to...

5. MENU control Press to bring up the disc menu. 6. AUX control Press to switch DVD player from play mode to auxiliary mode. 7. Auxiliary jacks Input jacks for standard video/audio media device. 8. STOP/EJECT control Press once to stop a disc from playing. Press a second time to eject thedisc. (If a...

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

Saving MP3 files • Your Family Entertainment System supports discs containing up to255 files. Discs containing more than 255 files will not play. • Always save MP3 files with the .mp3 extension. The player recognizesan MP3 file by the .mp3 extension, so MP3 files saved with differentextensions will ...

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

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

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

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

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

Operating tips • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, placethe air flow selector in the position. • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with theairflow selector in the OFF or with recirculated air engaged. • Do not put objects under the front seats ...

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER R The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel andworks to clear the rear window of fog and thin ice. The ignition must be in the 3 (RUN) position to operate the rear windowdefroster. The rear defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes or when thei...

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

5. Wait the desired amount of time for the exit delay you want (up tothree minutes), then turn the headlamp switch to . The headlamps will turn off. Foglamp control (if equipped) With the ignition on, the foglampscan be turned on when theheadlamp control is pulled towardyou and is in any of the foll...

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

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

INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE COMPARTMENT The storage compartment may beused to secure sunglasses or similarsized objects. Press the control toopen the storage compartment. OVERHEAD CONSOLE The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according toyour option package. Storage compartment Pr...

CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with avariety of console features. Theseinclude: • Utility compartment with powerpoint • Gear Shift • Cup holders • Rear vent (if equipped) Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure youin a collision. AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC) Power ...

Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating, this willdamage the lighter element and socket. The lighter will be released fromits heating position when it is ready to be used. Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by yourwarranty. POWER WINDOWS Do not leave child...

To operate ONE TOUCH UP: • Pull the switch completely up tothe second detent and releasequickly. The driver’s window willclose fully. Momentarily press theswitch to any position to stop theone touch up. If the switch is pressed and held tothe normal open or ONE TOUCH DOWN position during a ONE TOUCH...

Accessory delay With accessory delay, the radio, Family Entertainment DVD System (ifequipped), power windows, and moonroof (if equipped) operate for upto ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned from the ON to theOFF position or until one of the front doors are opened. AUTOMATIC DIMMING INSID...

Fold-away mirrors Pull the side mirrors in carefullywhen driving through a narrowspace, like an automatic car wash. Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors are heatedautomatically to remove ice, mistand fog when the rear windowdefrost is activated. Do not remove ice from themirrors with a ...

Memory feature (if equipped) The accelerator and brake pedal positions are saved when doing amemory set function and can be recalled along with the vehiclepersonality features when a memory position is selected through theremote entry transmitter, keyless entry keypad or memory switch on thedriver’s...

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)Radio control features • Press MEDIA to select AM, FM1,FM2, or CD (if equipped). In Radio mode: • Press SEEK to access thenext/previous strong station. In CD mode: • Press SEEK to listen to the nexttrack on the disc. In any mode: • Press VOL up or down to adjustt...

To open the moon roof: The moon roof is equipped with anautomatic, one-touch, expressopening and closing feature. To stopmotion at any time during theone-touch operation, press thecontrol a second time. To open the moon roof, press and release the rear portion of the control. When closing the moon r...

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-indevice. This feature will learn theradio frequency codes of mosttransmitters to operate g...

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 sequence again, and, depending on the brand of the garage door opener (or otherrolling code equipped device), repeat...

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

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

RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the right rear door is not completely closed. PARK BRAKE ENGAGED. Displayed when the park brake is engaged. If the warning stays on after the park brake is off, contact yourauthorized dealer as soon as possible. LOW FUEL LEVEL. Displayed as an early reminder of a...

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

KEYS One key operates all the locks and starts the vehicle. Always carry aspare key with you in case of an emergency. Your keys are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed keywill not permit your vehicle to start. If you lose your authorized dealersupplied keys, replacement keys are avail...

• you put the vehicle in motion by releasing the brake pedal and thevehicle attains a speed greater than 5 mph (8 km/h). Deactivating/activating autolock Your vehicle comes with the autolock feature activated. There are threemethods to enable/disable this feature: One is through your authorizeddeale...

Power door lock/unlock inhibit feature As a theft deterrent, the power door lock controls can be disabled 20seconds after the ignition has been turned to the 1 (LOCK) position andthe vehicle is locked using the remote entry transmitter or the keylessentry keypad. The door lock controls are re-enable...

Press to automatically move the seat, mirrors and adjustable pedals to the desired memory position (the positions correspond to the transmitterbeing used). Note: You can associate a specific remote entry transmitter to each memory position. For more information on programming thetransmitters to Driv...

2. Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals on the backsurface of the circuit board. 3. Remove the old battery. Note: Please refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries. 4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the diagram inside the remote entrytransmitter for the correc...

Note: Ensure the brake pedal is not depressed during this sequence. To reprogram the remote entrytransmitters: 1. Ensure the vehicle is electronically unlocked. 2. Put the key in the ignition. 3. Cycle eight times rapidly (within 10 seconds) between the 1 (LOCK)position and 3 (RUN). Note: The eighth...

• they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. Battery saver The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after theignition has been turned to the 1 (LOCK) position. • If the dome lamps were turned on using the panel dimmer control, thebattery saver will ...

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM You can use the keyless entrykeypad to: • lock or unlock the doors withoutusing a key. • open the trunk. • recall memory seat/powermirrors/adjustable pedalspositions 1 or 2. The keypad can be operated withthe factory set 5–digit entry code;this code is located on the owner’swall...

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

The theft indicator will flash everytwo seconds to act as a theftdeterrent when the vehicle isarmed. Automatic disarming The vehicle is disarmed immediately after the ignition is turned from the1 (LOCK) to the 3 (RUN) position. The theft indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. I...

PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The perimeter anti-theft system will help prevent your vehicle fromunauthorized entry. If there is any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle,ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are brought to the authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting. Ar...

• Press the 7 • 8 and 9 • 0 controls on the keyless entry padat the same time to lock thedoors (driver’s door must beclosed). There is a 20 second countdownwhen any of the above actions occurbefore the vehicle becomes armed. Each door, the hood or the trunk isarmed individually, and if any areopen, ...

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

Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) The lumbar support control islocated on the outboard side of theseatback. Move the control up or down toadjust lumbar support. Folding down the front passenger seatback The front passenger seatback can befolded to a horizontal position tomake room for a ...

Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across the hips. Lift handle to move seat forward orbackward. Pull lever up to adjust seatback. Before ret...

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

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

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

allows your Personal Safety System 娂 to distinguish between different levels of crash severity and modify the deployment strategy of thedual-stage airbags and safety belt pretensioners. Driver’s seat position sensor The driver’s seat position sensor allows your Personal Safety System 娂 to tailor the...

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

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

• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clickingsound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic lockingmode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Ford Motor Company recom...

Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt restsacross the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt andincrease the risk of injury in a collision. Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle is equipped with safety ...

assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front safety belt buckleassemblies, buckle support assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulderbelt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (ifequipped), child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors, and attachinghardware, should be in...

BeltMinder 姞 The BeltMinder 威 feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function. This feature provides additional reminders byintermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warninglight in the instrument cluster when the driver’s and front passenger’ssafety belt...

If... Then... The driver’s or frontpassenger’s safety belt becomesunbuckled for approximately 1minute while the vehicle istraveling at least 3 mph (5km/h) and more than 1-2minutes have elapsed since theignition switch has been turnedto ON... The BeltMinder 威 feature is activated - the safety belt wa...

All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should alwaysproperly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided. Always transport children 12 years old and under in the backseat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. National Hig...

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. • Front passenger sensing system. Refer to Front passenger sensing system later in this chapter. • “Passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” indicator lamp. Refer to Front passenger sensin...

For side airbag equipped vehicles, the front passenger sensing systemwill turn off the passenger seat side airbag if: • the seat is empty and safety belt is unbuckled. The front passenger sensing systemuses a ⬙ passenger airbag off ⬙ or ⬙ pass airbag off ⬙ indicator which will illuminate and stay li...

Objects Pass Airbag OffIndicator Light PassengerAirbag Small (i.e. 3 ring binder, smallpurse, bottled water) Unlit Disabled Medium (i.e. heavy briefcase,fully packed luggage) Lit Disabled Empty seat, or small tomedium object with safety beltbuckled Lit Disabled If you think that the status of the pa...

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

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following: • The readiness light (same lightfor front and side airbag system)will either flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will notilluminate immediately after ignition is turned on. • A series of five beeps will be heard. The to...

How does the side airbag system work? The design and development of the side airbag system includedrecommended testing procedures that were developed by a group ofautomotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical WorkingGroup. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk ofin...

If the Safety Canopy 娂 system has deployed, the Safety Canopy 娂 will not function again unless replaced. The Safety Canopy 娂 system (including the A, B, and C pillar trim) must be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer. If the Safety Canopy 娂 is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increas...

must put them in safety seats made especially for children. Many statesrequire that children use approved booster seats until they are eightyears old. Check your local and state or provincial laws for specificrequirements regarding the safety of children in your vehicle. Whenpossible, always place c...

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

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

If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a childbeing injured in a collision greatly increases. Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers forChildren) attachments for child seat anchors Some child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachmentsthat conne...

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...

Under-inflation is the most common cause of tire failures andmay result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or ⬙ blowout ⬙ , with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury.Under-inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance,resulting in heat buildup and inte...

when you get to the pump. It is normal for tires to heat up and the airpressure inside to go up as you drive. 2. Remove the cap from the valve on one tire, then firmly press the tiregauge onto the valve and measure the pressure with the tire gauge. 3. Add enough air to reach the recommended air pres...

Tire wear When the tread is worn down to1/16th of an inch (2 mm), tires mustbe replaced to help prevent yourvehicle from skidding andhydroplaning. Built-in treadwearindicators, or “wear bars”, whichlook like narrow strips of smoothrubber across the tread will appearon the tire when the tread is worn...

built. For example, the numbers 317 mean the 31st week of 1997. After2000 the numbers go to four digits. For example, 2501 means the 25thweek of 2001. The numbers in between are identification codes used fortraceability. This information is used to contact customers if a tire defectrequires a recall...

Important: Remember to replace the wheel valve stems when the road tires are replaced on your vehicle. It is recommended that the two front tires or two rear tires generally bereplaced as a pair. Safety practices Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. • Observe pos...

Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can cause uneven and rapidtreadwear of your tires and should be corrected by an authorized dealer.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...

• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)vehicles/Four Wheel Drive(4WD)/ All Wheel Drive (AWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, ti...

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, ...

The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction inrain and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use snowtires and chains. Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains: • Use only SAE class “S” cables or equivalent on the front axle forP215/60R17 equipped...

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

Example only: Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loador king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. 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....

If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agencygives to you. Do not attach safety chains to the bumper. Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes aresafe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’sspecifications. The tr...

• Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached. • If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift into the “L” gearposition. Do not apply the brakes continuously, as they may overheatand become less effective. • The trailer tongue weight should be 10–15% of the loaded trailerweight. ...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. LOCK, locks the automatictransaxle gearshift lever and allowskey removal. This position also shutsthe engine and all electricalaccessories off without locking thesteering wheel. To lock the steeringwheel, remove the key then turn thesteering wheel. 2. ACC, allow...

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

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

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

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

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

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

in any gear, the ignition must be ON. An indicator light on the controlwill illuminate when the system is turned off. If the indicator lightilluminates when the RSS is not turned off, it may indicate a failure inthe RSS. Keep the RSS sensors (located on the rear bumper/fascia) freefrom snow, ice and...

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

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

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

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. Thisprogram is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The serviceis available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the...

• exact fuel amounts • 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 theOwn...

to turn them off. Use it when your vehicle is disabled and is creating asafety hazard for other motorists. 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 sub...

Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wiredamage and could start a fire. Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link ca...

Passenger compartment fuse panel/Smart Junction Box (SJB) The fuse panel is located under the instrument panel to the left of thesteering wheel. The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description F1 20A High beams F2 15A Interior lamps (C...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description F8 15A Park lamps, Side markers, Trailertow protect F9 20A Cigar lighter, Data Link Connector(DLC) F10 7.5A Mirrors and memory module,SDARS F11 20A Audio, Family EntertainmentSystem (FES) F12 10A Back-up lamps, Electroc...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description F22 7.5A Electrochromatic mirror, Compassmodule F23 7.5A Wiper relay coil, Blower relay coil,Cluster logic F24 7.5A Occupant Classification Sensor(OCS), Passenger Air bagDeactivation (PAD) C1 30A Circuit breaker Delayed...

For vehicles equipped with 4WD, it is not recommended that the vehiclebe operated in 4WD modes with a temporary emergency spare tire. If4WD operation is necessary, do not operate above speeds of 10 mph (16km/h) or for distances above 50 miles (80 km). 3. Full-size dissimilar spare without label on w...

Removing the spare tire and jack 1. Lift the trunk cargo cover, andremove the wing nut that securesthe spare tire by turning itcounterclockwise. 2. Lift and remove the spare tirefrom the trunk. 3. Remove the second wing nut thatsecures the jack retention bracketby turning it counterclockwise,remove ...

Stowing the tire and jack 1. Fully collapse the jack, fold thelug wrench socket into the handleand place the jack and wrench intothe felt bag as shown. Take care toposition the jack as shown to ensurethat the locating holes in the jackbase can be placed on the locatingtabs of the jack mounting brack...

If you are stowing the temporaryspare tire, place the tire over the jack and secure it with the largewing nut. WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 100 miles (160 km)after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheelremoval, etc.)...

Do not attempt to push-start your automatic transmissionvehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-startcapability. Attempting to push-start a vehicle with an automatictransmission may cause transmission damage. Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is insta...

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

• 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,or an equivalent quality product. • Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body(low-gloss black) colored trim, such as g...

• 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 cold water to avoid cracking theengine block or other engine components. • Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all...

vehicle’s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may includehot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellantcoatings, tree sap, or other organic contamination; these contaminantsmay cause squeaking or chatter noise from the blades, and streaking andsmearing of the windshi...

• Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been incontact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntanlotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior paintedsurfaces. INTERIOR TRIM • Clean the interior trim areas with a damp cloth, then with a clean, drycloth; yo...

• To help maintain its resiliency and color, use the Motorcraft DeluxeLeather Care Kit (ZC-11–D), available from your authorized dealer. • Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions, solvents orcleaners intended for rubber, vinyl and plastics, or oil/petroleum-basedleather conditioner...

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/Owner Informati...

OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom of the instrument panel nearthe steering column. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle andrelease the auxiliary latch that islocated under the front center ofthe hood. 3. Lift the hood and support it withthe prop...

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meetsFord specification WSB-M8B16-A2.Do not use any special washer fluidsuch as windshield water repellenttype fluid or bug wash. They m...

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1. Pull the wiper arm away from the vehicle slightly. 2. Press the release button and pull the wiper blade from the wiper arm. 3. Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm by sliding it onto the wiperarm until it clicks into place. Replace wiper blades at least once per year fo...

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...

• If required, add engine oil to theengine. 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 indicator back in an...

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 ...

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 COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant sho...

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the“COLD FILL RANGE” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir(depending upon application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interv...

Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam andscalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluidcontainer. If sprayed on the windshield, engine...

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

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

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

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

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

If you have run out of fuel: • You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times afterrefueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank tothe engine. On restarting, cranking time will take a few seconds longerthan normal. • Normally, adding one gallon of fuel is enough ...

• Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each timethe tank is filled. • Allow no more than two automatic click-offs when filling. • Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating. • Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand. • Use the same side of the same pump a...

driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctionspresent, the indicator should turn off—A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving. No additionalvehicle service is required. If the indicator remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the fi...

1. Start the engine and let it rununtil it reaches normal operatingtemperature (the engine coolanttemperature gauge indicator will benear the center of the normal areabetween H and C). 2. While the engine idles, turn thesteering wheel left and right severaltimes. 3. Turn the engine off. 4. Check the...

Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type offluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the Maintenance product specifications and capacities section in this chapter. Note: Only one ATF fluid specification has...

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 ..........................70 Air cleaner filter .......................268 Air conditioning ....................48, 50 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ........................130, 139, 141 and child safety seats ............132description ..............130, 139, 141disposal ......