Ford 2009 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...

WARNING: Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag. Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting andstoring diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentiallyincludes informat...

services that the vehicle has been in a crash involving the deployment ofan airbag or, in certain vehicles, the activation of the fuel pump shut-off.Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist may also be capable ofelectronically or verbally disclosing to 911 operators the vehicle location,and/or othe...

Export unique (Non–United States/Canada) vehicle specificinformation For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped withfeatures and options that are different from the features and options thatare described in this Owner’s Guide. A market unique supplement may be supplied that comp...

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 LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid -Non-Petroleum Based P...

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 ...

WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possiblycausing a fire. Powertrain malfunction/reducedpower: Illuminates when a powertrain or a AWD fault has beendete...

Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated orcontinues to flash, a malfunction hasbeen detected. Contact yourauthorized dealer as soon aspossible. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning lightalso is illuminated. Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate...

Low tire pressure warning (ifequipped): Illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the lightremains on at start up or whiledriving, the tire pressure should bechecked. Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to on, the light will ...

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 SYSTEMSQuick start — How to get going WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take theirfocus off the road. The drivers primary responsibility is the s...

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...

While in folder mode, pressFOLDER to access the previousfolder on MP3 discs, if available. While in folder mode, pressFOLDER to access the next folder on MP3 discs, if available. Press SHUFFLE to engage shufflemode. SHUFFLE ON will appear inthe display. If you wish to engageshuffle mode right away, ...

• DELETE SONG: Press OK to delete a song from the system’s memory. Press / to cycle through the saved songs. When the song appears in the display that you would like to delete, press OK.The song will appear in the display for confirmation. Press OK againand the display will read SONG DELETED. If you...

8. FOLDER : In folder mode, press FOLDER to access next folder on MP3 discs, if available. 9. FOLDER: In folder mode, press FOLDER to access the previous folder on MP3 discs, ifavailable. 10. FF (Fast forward): Press FF to manually advance in a CD/MP3track. 11. REW (Rewind): Press REW to manually re...

In folder mode, press SEEK, SEEK to scroll through tracks within the selected folder.Press FOLDER, FOLDER to access the previous/next folder (if available). Press OK to close and return to the main menu. COMPRESS (Compression): Available only in CD/MP3 mode. Press MENU until COMPRESS ON/OFF appears ...

14. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band. 15. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn on/off. Turn to increase/decreasevolume. Note: If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition isturned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening levelwhen the ignition switch is turne...

To auto eject up to 6 CDs, press and hold until the system begins ejecting all loaded discs. If the discs are not removed, the system willreload the discs. 19. CD slot: When prompted by the system, insert a CD label side up. Auxiliary input jack (Line in) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result...

USB port (if equipped) WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take theirfocus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safeoperation of thei...

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 ...

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...

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...

5. Passenger heated seat: Press to control the passenger heated seat. Refer to Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information. 6. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactive air recirculation in the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed tocoo...

• Manual operation: 1. Select or . 2. Select A/C and (recirculated air). Use (recirculated air) with A/C to provide colder airflow. 3. Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). 4. Set highest fan setting initially, then adjust to maintain comfort. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to thefirst position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate to the second position to turn on the headlamps. Rotate back to to turn the headlamps off. Autolamp control The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on/off control ofthe exterior light...

Fog lamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control also operatesthe fog lamps. The fog lamps can beturned on when the headlampcontrol is in the or positions and the high beams arenot turned on. Pull the headlamp control towardsyou to turn the fog lamps on. Thefog lamp indicator light will illuminat...

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the headlamps on at reduced intensity output. To activate: • the ignition must be in the on position and • the headlamp control must be in the off, autolamps or parking lampsposition. WARNING: Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during...

Vertical aim adjustment 1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface,approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away. • (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters) • (2) Center height of lamp toground • (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters) • (4) Horizontal reference line 2. Measure the height of theheadlamp...

Map/dome lamp (if equipped) The dome lamp lights when: • any door is opened, • the instrument panel dimmerswitch is rotated up until thecourtesy lamps come on, and • any of the remote entry controlsare pressed and the ignition isoff. The map lamps are activated by pressing the controls on either sid...

Replacing interior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. Replacing headlamp bulbs 1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the off position. 2. Open the hood. 3. Reach over the front bolster. 4. Remove the bul...

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. O (off) — Rear wiper and washer off. For rear wash cycle, rotate (and hold as de...

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...

POWER WINDOWS WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children play with the power windows. They may seriously injure themselves. WARNING: When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in t...

To operate one touch up: • Pull the switch completely up tothe second detent and releasequickly. The window will closefully. Momentarily press theswitch to any position to stop thewindow operation. If the switch is pressed and held tothe normal open or one touch down position during a one touch upcy...

INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support armwhich lets you adjust the mirror up or down and from side to side. WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion. Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equi...

EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion. To adjust your mirrors: 1. Rotate the control clockwise toadjust the right mirror and rotatethe control counterclockwise toadjust the left mirror. 2. Move the control in the directionyou wish t...

WARNING: Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. Setting speed control The controls for using your speedcontrol are located on the steeringwheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and releaseit. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 3...

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....

U.S. federal safety standards (this includes any garage door openermodel manufactured before April 1, 1982). A garage door which cannotdetect an object, signaling the door to stop and reverse, does not meetcurrent U.S. federal safety standards. For more information, contactHomeLink 威 at: www.homelin...

• If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light continue with “Programming” Steps 4 through6 to complete programming of a rolling code equipped device (most commonly a garage door opener).4. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage...

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...

MINI MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) Selectable features Press and release the TRIP/RESET stem to scroll and reset the followingfunctions. Select or reset the function by holding the TRIP/RESET stemfor more than two seconds. Info menu This menu displays the following control displays: • Odometer • Trip...

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...

Autounlock This feature automatically unlocks all vehicle doors when the driver’sdoor is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off. 1. To disable/enable the autounlockfeature, select this function from theSETUP MENU. 2. Press and hold the RESETcontrol switch to turn theautounlock ON ...

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW — Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately. Refer to Brake fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. LIFTGATE AJAR — Displayed when the liftgate is not completely closed. LOW TIRE PRESSURE — Displayed when one or mor...

To install floor mats that have a retention post: Position the floor mat so that theeyelet is over the pointed end of theretention post and rotate forward tolock in. Make sure that the mat doesnot interfere with the operation ofthe accelerator or the brake pedal.To remove the floor mat, reverse thei...

To power open the liftgate withoutside liftgate control button: 1. To open, unlock the liftgate withthe integrated keyhead transmitteror power door unlock control. 2. To open the liftgate, push thecontrol button located in the top ofthe liftgate pull-cup handle. Note: For the best performance allow ...

CARGO AREA FEATURES 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. Cargo net (if equipped) The cargo net secures lightweightobject...

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. Vehicles with a powerliftgate will have a four-button IKTwhile vehicles without a p...

Recommended handling of the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter(IKT) To avoid inadvertently activating the remote entry functions of yourvehicle, it is recommended that the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter(IKT) be handled properly when starting and turning off your vehicle. When inserting the IKT into thei...

Keyless entry keypad autolock enable/disable procedure 1. Turn the ignition to the offposition. 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 receive a ...

Activating the memory feature To activate this feature: 1. Position the seat and mirrors to the desired positions. 2. Press and hold either the 1 or 2control on the driver’s door for fiveseconds. (A tone will be heard after1 1 ⁄ 2 seconds when the memory store is done) continue to hold until asecond...

To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin in the slot of theIKT near the key ring in order toremove the battery cover. 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 o...

The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if: • the ignition is turned to the on position, or • the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter lock control is pressed, or • the vehicle is locked using the keyless entry keypad (if equipped), or • after 25 seconds of illumination. The inside ...

1. Place the key in the ignition and turn the ignition to the on position. 2. Press the power door unlockcontrol on the door panel threetimes. 3. Turn the ignition from the onposition to the off position. 4. Press the power door unlockcontrol on the door panel threetimes. 5. Turn the ignition back t...

SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) You can use the keyless entrykeypad to: • lock or unlock the doors withoutusing a key. • recall memory seat/power mirrorspositions (if equipped). The keypad can be operated with the factory set 5–digit entry code; thiscode is located on the owner’s wall...

Erasing personal code 1. Enter the factory set 5–digit code. 2. Within five seconds, press the 1 • 2 on the keypad and release. 3. Press and hold the 1 • 2 for two seconds. This must be done within five seconds of completing Step 2. All personal codes are now erased and only the factory set 5–digit ...

Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the offposition. 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 to the onpositi...

Programming spare keys You can program your own Integrated Keyhead Transmitters or standardSecuriLock™ coded keys to your vehicle. This procedure will programboth the engine immobilizer keycode and the remote entry transmitterportion of the IKT to your vehicle. Note: A maximum of eight coded keys ca...

6. Turn the ignition to the 1 (off) position and remove the secondpreviously programmed coded key from the ignition. 7. After three seconds but within 20 seconds of turning the ignition tothe 1 (off) position and removing the previously programmed coded key, insert the new unprogrammed key (new key/...

SEATING WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. WARNING: Before ret...

WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, head restraints must be installed properly. Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) The lumbar control is located on theside of the seat cushion. Lift up or down to adjust lumbarsupport. Adjusting the front manual seat (if e...

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 position tomake room for a long load. To fold...

WARNING: Cover sharp edges on the load to help prevent injury to occupants. Secure the load to help prevent shifting during sudden stops. WARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback. After returning the seat...

WARNING: To reduce the risk of possible serious injury: Do not hang objects off seat back or stow objects in the seatback map pocket (if equipped) when a child is in the front passenger seat. Donot place objects underneath the front passenger seat or between theseat and the center console (if equipp...

• To program position 2, repeat the previous procedure using controlbutton 2. • A chime will sound confirming that a memory position has been set. A position can be recalled: • in any gearshift position if the ignition is not on. • only in P (Park) or N (Neutral) if the ignition is on. A memory seat...

Note: Do not do the following: • Place heavy objects on the seat • Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on theseat. Allow the seat to dry thoroughly. The heated seats will only function when the ignition is in the onposition. To operate the heated seats: • Push the control...

Push release button to lower headrestraint. 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, on or under the secon...

Adjusting the second row seatback WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’ssafety belt, resulting in severepersonal injuries in the event of acollision. The second row seat reclines foradditional comfort. To adjust thesecond row seatback to the desiredposition, ...

To access the cup holders, lift upone of the slotted areas on thecover. WARNING: Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. Returning the 2nd row armrest to the upright position Close the cover on the cup holders. Rotate the armrest rearward untilthe armrest is ...

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

Safety belt precautions WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained. WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while th...

WARNING: Front and rear seat occupants, including pregnant women, should wear safety belts for optimum protection in an accident. Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) until you hear a snap and...

WARNING: Failure to inspect and replace if necessary the belt and retractor assembly after an accident could increase the risk of injury in a collision. All safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulderbelts. The driver safety belt has the first two types of locking modes andthe ...

• 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...

The safety belt pretensioner tightens the safety belts firmly against theoccupant’s body at the start of the crash. WARNING: The driver and front passenger safety belt system (including retractors, buckles and height adjusters) must be replaced if the vehicle is involved in a collision that results ...

To adjust the comfort guide: 1. Slip the shoulder belt into thebelt guide. 2. Slide the guide up or down alongthe webbing so that the belt iscentered on the occupant’s shoulder. WARNING: Position the safety belt comfort guide so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adju...

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

AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) 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. WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, sh...

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. WARNING: Airb...

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 • and the electrical wiring which connects the components • Side curtain airbag system. Refer to Safety Canopy 威 system later in this chapter. • Front passenger sensing system. Refer to Front passenger sensing system later in this chapter. • “Passenger airbag off” or “pa...

The front passenger sensing system will turn off the passengerseatmounted 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 lit to remind youthat the fron...

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

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...

WARNING: Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. WARNING: If the side airbag has deployed, the airbag will not function again.The side airbag system(including the seat) must beinspected and serviced by anauthorized dealer. If the airbag is not re...

How does the Safety Canopy 姞 system work? The design and development of theSafety Canopy 威 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...

SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safetyrestraints for children. Also see Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using airbags. Important child restraint precautions WARNING: Always make ...

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, or age Recommendedrestraint type Infantsortoddlers Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) orless (generally age four or younger) Use a child safetyseat (sometimescalled an infantcarrier, convertibleseat, or toddler seat). Smallc...

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children RestraintType Child Weight Use any attachment method as indicated below by “X” LATCH(loweranchorsandtoptetheranchor) LATCH(loweranchorsonly) Safetybeltandtoptetheranchor Safetybelt andLATCH(loweranchorsand toptetheranchor) Safetybelt...

Transporting children Always make sure your child is secured properly in a device that isappropriate for their age, height and weight. All children are shapeddifferently. The child height, age and weight thresholds provided arerecommendations or the minimum requirements of law. The NationalHighway T...

SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Infant and/or toddler seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of thechild. When installing a child safety seat: • Review and follow the informationpresented in the Airbag supplemental restraint system(SRS) section in this chapter. • Carefully fol...

WARNING: The standardized spacing for LATCH lower anchors is 280 mm (11 inches) center to center. Do not use LATCH lower anchors for the center seating position unless the child seatmanufacturer’s instructions permit and specify using anchors spaced atleast as far apart as those in this vehicle. If ...

3. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown. WARNING: If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly, the child safety seat may not beretained properly in the event of acollision. 4. Tighten the child safety seattether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions. WARNING: If the safety seat is...

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across thestomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest andrest snugly near the center of the shoulder. The drawings below comparethe ideal fit (cente...

Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does notstay positioned on the shoulder during use. Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. WARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind the back be...

NOTICE TO CROSSOVER VEHICLE OWNERS Crossover vehicles handle differentlythan passenger cars in the variousdriving conditions that areencountered on streets, highwaysand off-road. Crossover vehicles arenot designed for cornering at speedsas high as passenger cars any morethan low-slung sports cars ar...

driving surfaces are relatively level, obstruction-free and otherwisesimilar to normal on-road driving conditions. Operating your vehicleunder other than those conditions could subject the vehicle to excessivestress which might result in damage which is not covered under yourwarranty. For AWD vehicl...

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING Tire Quality Grades apply to newpneumatic passenger car tires. TheQuality grades can be found whereapplicable on the tire sidewallbetween tread shoulder andmaximum section width. Forexample: • Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality G...

WARNING: Under-inflation is the most common cause of tire failures and may 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 rollingresistance, resulting in heat build...

Note: If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire(s), check and record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressurewhen you get to the pump. It is 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, ...

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

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...

WARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautionslisted below. If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressureindicated, re-lubricate and try again.When inflating the ...

WARNING: 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 fiveseconds. WARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires may fail and injure a p...

• Front Wheel Drive (FWD)/AllWheel Drive (AWD) vehicles(front tires at 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 mechanicalprob...

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...

Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law. Letter rating Speed rating - mph (km/h) M 81 mph (130 km/h) N 87 mph (140 km/h) Q 99 mph (159 km/h) R 106 mph (171 km/h) S 112 mph (180 km/h) T 118 mph (190 km/h) U 124 mph (200 km/h) H 130 mph (210 km/h)...

11. Maximum Load: Indicates the maximum load in kilograms and pounds that can be carried by the tire. Refer to the Safety ComplianceCertification Label, which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of thedriver’s door, for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle. 12. Treadwear, Traction and Tempe...

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires “LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below. Note: Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire a...

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. Tire Quality Grades donot apply ...

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCCrules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including interference that...

Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) The Tire Pressure Monitoring System measures pressure in your fourroad tires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle. The LowTire Pressure Warning Lamp will turn ON if the tire pressure issignificantly low. Once the light is illu...

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...

Low TirePressure WarningLight Possiblecause Customer Action Required Flashing WarningLight Spare tire inuse Your temporary spare tire is inuse. Repair the damaged roadwheel and re-mount it on thevehicle to restore systemfunctionality. For a descriptionof how the system functionsunder these condition...

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS WARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety andperformance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk ofloss of vehicle control, ve...

VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/ortrailer, to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design ratingcapability, with or without a trailer. Properly loading your vehicle willprovide maximum return of vehicle design p...

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

Example only: Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loadweight is also part of cargo weight. 2009 Edge (edg) Owners Guide, 2nd PrintingUSA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading 208

GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance...

WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structuraldamage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personalinjury. GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the...

WARNING: Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury. Steps for determining the correct load limit: 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargoshould never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s pla...

to transport the cement to your home? If you and your friend eachweigh 220 lb. (99 kg), the calculation would be: 1,400 - (2 x 220) -(12 x 100) = 1,400 - 440 - 1,200 = - 240 lb. No, you do not haveenough cargo capacity to carry that much weight. In metric units, thecalculation would be: 635 kg - (2 ...

Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the Safety ComplianceCertification label. For load specification terms found on the label, referto Vehicle loading–with and without a trailer in this chapter. Remember to figure in the tongue load of your loaded vehicle whenfiguring the total weight. FWD GCW...

Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it isproperly attached to your vehicle. Contact your authorized dealer or areliable trailer dealer as soon as possible if you require assistance. Hitches Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle’s bumper or attach to ...

Do not splice into the vehicle lamp wiring for trailer lamps. Yourvehicle uses an advanced electronic module to control andmonitor your vehicle lamps. Splicing into the wiring or attachingwiring to the vehicle bulb may DISABLE the rear vehicle lamps orcause them not to function properly. Your lamp o...

Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require morefrequent service intervals. Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide for more information. Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip toget the feel of the ve...

Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles: Tow your Front Wheel Drive vehicle with all four wheels on the groundor with the front wheels off the ground by using a tow dolly. If you areusing a tow dolly follow the instructions specified by the equipmentprovider. All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles: Tow your All Wh...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off— locks the automatictransmission gearshift lever andallows key removal. This positionalso shuts the engine and allelectrical accessories off withoutlocking the steering wheel. To lockthe steering wheel, remove the keythen turn the steering wheel. 2. Accessor...

• Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park). 3. Turn the key to 3 (on) 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 the key ...

How to use the engine block heater Ensure the receptacle terminals are clean and dry prior to use. To cleanthem, use a dry cloth. Depending on the type of factory installed equipment, your engine blockheater will use .4 to 1.0 kilowatt-hours of energy per hour of use. Yourfactory installed block hea...

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

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Electronic Stability Control (ESC) may enhance your vehicle’s directionalstability during adverse maneuvers, for example when cornering severelyor avoiding objects in the roadway. ESC operates by applying brakes toone or more of the wheels individually and, if nece...

Automatic Transmission Adaptive Learning Your transmission is equipped with an adaptive learning strategy found inthe vehicle computer. This feature is designed to increase durability andprovide consistent shift feel over the life of the vehicle. A new vehicle ortransmission may have firm and/or sof...

WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched 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 sto...

• The O/D OFF lamp in theinstrument cluster is illuminated. 2. Grade Assist • Improves driving experience in hilly terrain or mountainous areas byproviding additional grade (engine) braking and extends lower gearoperation on uphill climbs. • Provides additional engine braking through the automatic t...

BLIND SPOT MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED) Blind spot mirrors have anintegrated convex spotter mirrorbuilt into the upper outboard cornerof the outside mirrors. They aredesigned to assist the driver byincreasing visibility along the side ofthe vehicle. Driving with blind spot mirrors Before a lane change, che...

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 In Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you maypurchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty’s RoadsideAssistance expiring. For more information and enrollment, contact1...

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 Protected Circuits 1 30A Not used (Spare) 2 15A Not used (Spare) 3 15A SYNC 4 30A Driver front smart window 5 10A Keypad illumination, 2nd rowseat, Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem (TPMS), Brake ShiftInterlock (BSI), Smart junctionbox...

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...

When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above, do not: • Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) • Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on theSafety Compliance Label • Tow a trailer • Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar sparetire • Use more than one...

Tire change procedure WARNING: When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the vehicle is in P (Park). WARNING: To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire, be sure to place the t...

4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion beforeyou attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level. 5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electricalsurges. Turn all other accessories off. Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect t...

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 ...

Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine atmoderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for anadditional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. Removing the j...

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

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

If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicledamage may occur. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized towtruck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual forproper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle. Emergency towing In case of a...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED Warranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizedFord, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer. While any authorized dealer handlingyour vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend youreturn to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure yourcon...

In Canada: Mailing Address (Ford vehicles) Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www.ford.ca Mailing Address (Lincoln vehicles) Lincoln CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oak...

If you cannot find unleaded fuel or can only get fuel with an anti-knockindex lower than is recommended for your vehicle, contact a regionaloffice or owner relations/customer relationship office. The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion maydamage the effectiveness of your emi...

Obtaining a French owner’s guide French Owner’s Guides can be obtained from your authorized dealer orby writing to:Ford Motor Company of Canada, LimitedService Publications CHQ202The Canadian RoadP.O. Box 2000Oakville, ON, CanadaL6J 5E4 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that your v...

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 • 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, su...

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...

• If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area firstwith Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14). In Canada, useMotorcraft Multi-Purpose Cleaner (CXC-101). • If a ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire areaimmediately (but do not oversaturate) or the rin...

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/Customer Infor...

Working with the engine on 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1. Ins...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 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. Windshield washer flu...

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 thevehicle. Turn the blade at an anglefrom the wiper arm. Push the locktab to release the blade and pull thewiper blade down toward thewindshield to remove it from thearm. 2. Attach the new wiper to thewiper arm and press it into placeuntil a...

• If the oil level is within this range, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added to raise the level within thenormal operating range. • If required, add engine oil to theengine. Refer to Adding engine oil in this chapter. • Do not ...

3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above thenormal operating range on the engine oil level dipstick. 4. Install the dipstick and ensure it is fully seated. 5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwiseuntil it stops. To avoid possible oil...

that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-upengine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter oranother with equivalent performance for your engine application. BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintena...

WARNING: When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle orbattery. Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands onopposite corners. WARNING: Keep batteri...

If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery isreconnected. • Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recycling ...

Note: Do not use stop leak pellets or cooling system sealants/additives as they can cause damage to the engine cooling and/or heating systems.This damage would not be covered under your vehicle’s warranty. • A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added, in caseof emergency, to reach a...

reservoir. If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system, fill theradiator until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full. 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 con...

• 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 ...

clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Repeated orprolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation. • Be particularly careful if you are taking “Antabuse” or other forms ofdisulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism. Breathing gasoline vapors,or skin contact cou...

• DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fillposition. Fuel filler cap When fueling your vehicle: 1. Turn the engine off. 2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise until it spins off. 3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe. 4. To install the cap, align t...

WARNING: If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result inpersonal injury. Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel blended with a maximumof 10% etha...

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...

is not supplied with your vehicle. The EPA fuel economy estimatesshould be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons with othervehicles. Your fuel economy may vary depending upon the method ofoperation and conditions. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control c...

POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Refer to scheduled maintenance information. 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 engin...

TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does notconsume fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if thetransmission is not working properly, i.e., if the ...

AIR FILTER Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, use only the air filter elementlisted. Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter. WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or...

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...

Peace of mind Remote start Vehicle security systems Wheel locks For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to yourvehicle, do not exceed the total weight cap...

A Accessory delay ..........................72 AdvanceTrac ..............................225 Air cleaner filter ...............311–312 Air conditioning ..........................51 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ........................149, 158, 161 and child safety seats ............151descrip...

Passenger OccupantClassification Sensor .................136 Power distribution box(see Fuses) ...............................250 Power door locks ......................104 Power liftgate ..............................96 Power mirrors .............................74 Power point ........................