Ford 2009 Taurus 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...

PERCHLORATE MATERIAL Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules, seat beltpretensioners, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material– Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal.See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. BREAKING-IN YOUR ...

Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols. WARNING: Please read the section Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions couldresult in ...

Event Data Recording Other modules in your vehicle — event data recorders — are capable ofcollecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event. Therecorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event.The modules may record information about both the vehicle and theoccupant...

Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to cellularphones, pagers, portable email devices, in-vehicle communicationssystems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios. WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly...

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. Check fuel cap (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel cap maynot be properly installed. Cont...

Low fuel (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel level inthe fuel tank is at or near empty(refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter). Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is engaged. Turnsoff when the speed control systemis disengaged. O/D OFF: Illuminates when the overdrive function of the...

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...

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

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 do not want todelete the currently listed song, press / to select either RETURN or CANCEL. Note: If there are no song...

To view the station name or type: When the desired category appears in the display, press TEXT/SCAN to toggle between displaying the stationtype (COUNTRY, ROCK, etc.) or the station name (WYCD, WXYZ, etc.). BASS: Press MENU to reach the bass setting. Use / to adjust. TREB (Treble): Press MENU to rea...

If your vehicle is equipped with a Family Entertainment System (FES)please refer to the Family Entertainment DVD system later in this section. 7. SHUFFLE: Press SHUFFLE to engage shuffle mode. SHUFFLE ONwill appear in the display. If youwish to engage shuffle mode right away, press SEEK to begin ran...

Track/Folder Mode: Available only on MP3 discs in CD mode. In Track Mode, pressing SEEK will scroll through all tracks on the disc. In Folder mode, pressing SEEK will scroll only through tracks within the selected folder.Press FOLDER, FOLDER to access the previous/next folder (if available). COMPRES...

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 is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when theignition switch is turn...

19. CD slot: Insert a CD label side up. Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 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 pri...

Your vehicle may be equipped with aUSB port inside your center console.This feature allows you to plug inmedia playing devices, memorysticks, and also to charge devices ifthey support this feature. Forfurther information on this feature,refer to Accessing and using your USB port in the SYNC suppleme...

• Inspect discs before playing. • Clean only with an approved CD cleaner. • Wipe discs from the center out. Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periodsof time. • Clean using a circular motion. CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in(12 cm) audio c...

MP3 track and folder structure Your MP3 system recognizes MP3 individual tracks and folder structureas follows: • There are two different modes for MP3 disc playback: MP3 track mode(system default) and MP3 folder mode. For more information on trackand folder mode, refer to Sample MP3 structure in th...

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 ...

Your vehicle may be equipped with a Family Entertainment System(FES) which allows you to listen to audio CDs, MP3 discs, watch DVDsand to plug in and play a variety of standard video game systems. TheDVD player is capable of playing standard DVDs, CDs, MP3s and iscompatible with CD-R/W, CD-R and cer...

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

press the 2 and 4 memory preset buttons on the audio system at thesame time to perform the same function. For further interactioninformation, refer to Single Play/Dual play under Operation later in this section. 12. MEDIA: Press repeatedly to select from the various possibleplaying media sources (AM...

1. Power control: Press to turn the FES (Family Entertainment System) ON/OFF. 2. Cursor controls: Use in various active menus to advance the cursor up/down/left/right. When not in a Menu, the left and right cursor controlsdecrease and increase the display brightness. 3. DISPLAY: Press to access the ...

Battery replacement Batteries are supplied with the remote control unit. Since all batterieshave a limited shelf life, replace them when the unit fails to control theDVD player. Remove the screw and unlatch the battery cover to access the batteries. The remote control unit uses two AAA batteries whi...

Headphones Wireless headphones WARNING: The driver should never use the headphones while driving the vehicle. Using headphones may prevent the driver from hearing audible warnings such as horns or emergency sirens,which could result in a crash causing serious injury. Give your fullattention to drivi...

Wired headphones WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children operate the system while unsupervised. If wired headphones or auxiliary systems are used, children may becomeentangled in the cords and seriously injure themselves. WARNING: The driver should never use ...

preset controls 3 and 5 simultaneously on the front audio controls. Thecontrol level will cycle each time the buttons are pressed simultaneously.The three states are described as: FULL (enabled): The FES has control over the primary (speaker) and secondary (headphone) audio sources. LOCAL : The FES ...

MP3: Supply of this product only conveys a license for private, non-commercial use and does not convey a license nor imply any right touse this product in any commercial (i.e. revenue generating) real timebroadcasting (terrestrial, satellite, cable and /or any other media)broadcasting/streaming via ...

Do not expose the liquid crystal display (LCD) flip-down screento direct sunlight or intensive ultraviolet rays for extensiveperiods of time. Ultraviolet rays deteriorate the liquid crystal. Be sure to review User Manuals for video games and video gameequipment when used as auxiliary inputs for your...

Care and service of the DVD player Environmental extremes DVD players which are subjected to harsh environmental conditions maybe damaged or perform at less than maximum capability. To avoid theseoutcomes, whenever possible avoid exposing your DVD player to: • extremely hot or cold temperatures. • d...

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

4. Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster in this section for more information. 5. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engagesautomatically in MAX A/C,...

To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select . 2. Select A/C. 3. Adjust the temperature to the warmest setting. 4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents toward the side windows. DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL(IF EQUIPPED...

16. AUTO: Press to engage automatic temperature control. Select the desired temperature using the temperature control. The system willautomatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C on or off, andoutside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach thedesired temperature. Dual ...

6. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in the vehicle cabin. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time tocool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesiredodors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air engagesautomatically wi...

To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select . 2. Select A/C. 3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort. 4. Set the fan to the highest speed. 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents toward the side windows. REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER R The rear defroster control is ...

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

3. Turn the ignition switch to on and then back to off. 4. Turn the headlamp switch to the autolamp position. The headlampswill turn on. 5. Wait the desired amount of time for the exit delay you want (up tothree minutes), then turn the headlamp switch to off. The headlampswill turn off. Fog lamp con...

Flash to pass Pull toward you to activate andrelease to deactivate. 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 lamp positionand • the transm...

Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is installed, the dimmer switch requires re-calibration. Rotate the dimmerswitch from the full dim position to the full dome/on position to reset.This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lightingconditions. AIMING TH...

5. Locate the vertical adjuster oneach headlamp. Using a Phillips #2screwdriver, turn the adjuster eitherclockwise (to adjust down) orcounterclockwise (to adjust up).The horizontal edge of the brighterlight should touch the horizontalreference line. 6. Close the hood and turn off the lamps. HORIZONT...

Your vehicle may also have readinglamps within the rear dome lamp(s). Press the switches on either side ofthe dome lamp to turn on thelamps. BULB REPLACEMENT Headlamp condensation Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure.Condensation can be a natural by-product of this des...

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease thespeed of the wipers. Windshield washer: Push the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe ofthe wipers without washer fluid. • a quick pus...

TILT STEERING WHEEL To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull 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. WARNING: Never adjust the st...

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 Th...

CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. Theseinclude: 1. Cupholders 2. Utility compartment with coinholder, a clamshell tray, audio inputjack, USB port and power point 3. Rear power point, vent and (ifequipped) a cupholder 4. Pen holder WARNING: Use only soft ...

To have full capacity usage of your power point, the engine is required tobe running to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery. To preventthe battery from being discharged: • do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine isnot running, • do not leave battery chargers, video ...

Press and pull the window switchesto open and close windows. • Push down (to the first detent)and hold the switch to open. • Pull up (to the first detent) andhold the switch to close. Rear Window Buffeting: When one or both of the rear windows are open, the vehicle may demonstrate a wind throb or bu...

direction and move down. This is known as “bounce-back”. If the ignitionis turned off (without accessory delay being active) during bounce-back,the window will move down until the bounce-back position is reached. Security Override To override a bounce-back condition, within two seconds after thewind...

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 • SAT1, SAT2 or SAT3 (SatelliteRadio mode if equipped). • CD • LINE IN (Auxiliary input jack) (ifequipped) In AM, FM1, or FM2 mode: • Press SEEK to access thenext/previous strong station. In Satellite ...

The moon roof has a built-in sliding shade that can be manually openedor closed when the glass panel is shut. To close the shade, pull it towardthe front of the vehicle. HOMELINK 姞 WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The HomeLink 威 Wireless Control System, located on the driver’s visor,provides a ...

1. Position the end of yourhand-held transmitter 1–3 inches(2–8 cm) away from the HomeLink 威 button you wish to program (locatedon your visor) while keeping theindicator light in view. 2. Simultaneously press and holdboth the chosen HomeLink 威 and hand-held transmitter buttons until the HomeLink 威 i...

Gate Operator & Canadian Programming During programming, yourhand-held transmitter mayautomatically stop transmitting —not allowing enough time forHomeLink 威 to accept the signal from the hand-held transmitter. After completing Step 1 outlined inthe Programming section, replace Step 2 with the f...

Erasing HomeLink 姞 buttons To erase the three programmedbuttons (individual buttons cannotbe erased): • Press and hold the two outerHomeLink 威 buttons until the indicator light begins toflash-after 20 seconds. Releaseboth buttons. Do not hold forlonger that 30 seconds. HomeLink 威 is now in the train...

1. To disable/enable the autolampdelay feature, select this functionfrom the SETUP control for thecurrent display mode. 2. Press the RESET control to selectthe new Autolamp delay values of 0,10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120 or 180 seconds. Autolock (if equipped) This feature automatically locks all vehicle d...

CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo net (if equipped) The cargo net secures lightweightobjects in the cargo area. Attach thenet to the anchors provided. Do notput more than 50 lb. (22 kg) in thenet. WARNING: This net is not designed to restrain objects during a collision. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners Guide, 1st P...

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

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 ...

Keyless entry keypad autounlock 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 and release the 7 • 8. While still holding the 3 • 4, press and release the 7 ...

INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartmentrelease handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults inthe event they become locked inside the luggage compartment. Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the oper...

WARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or animals unattended in the vehicle. On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can rise very quickly. Exposure of people oranimals to these high temperatures for even a short time can causedeath or serious heat-related injuries,...

Activating the memory feature To activate this feature: 1. Position the seat, mirrors and adjustable pedals to the desiredpositions. 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 ...

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...

Illuminated entry The interior lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped) illuminate when theIntegrated Keyhead Transmitter or the keyless entry system keypad isused to unlock the door(s). The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if: • the ignition is turned to the on position, or • ...

1. Place the key in the ignition andturn the ignition to the 3 (on)position. 2. Press the power door unlockcontrol on the door panel threetimes. 3. Turn the ignition from the 3 (on)position to the 1 (off) position. 4. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 5. Turn the ign...

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM You can use the keyless entrykeypad to: • lock or unlock the doors withoutusing a key. • open the trunk. • recall memory seat/power mirrorspositions (if equipped). The keypad can be operated withthe factory set 5–digit entry code;this code is located on the owner’swallet card in...

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...

If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start yourvehicle’s engine and/or will not operate the remote entry features. Thetheft indicator light may flash on and off. Wait 20 seconds and you mayrepeat Steps 1 through 8. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to yourauthorized dealer to...

• 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, and the trunkis armed individually, and if any areopen...

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...

Push release button to lower headrestraint. 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...

WARNING: Cover sharp edges on the load and properly secure the load to prevent injury to occupants from shifting load 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 sea...

Pull lever up to adjust seatback. WARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure thatcargo or any objects are nottrapped behind the seatback. Afterreturning the seatback to itsoriginal position, pull on theseatback to ensure that it has fullylatched. An unlatched seat may...

Memory seat/power mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped) This system allows automaticpositioning of the driver seat,outside rearview mirrors andadjustable pedals to twoprogrammable positions. The memory seat control is locatedon the driver door. • To program position one, move the driver seat, exte...

The head restraints can be movedup by pulling up on the headrestraint. Push the release button to lowerhead restraint. 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...

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 威 to tailor the deployment level of the driver dual-stage airbag based on seatpositio...

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. All of the passenger combination lap and shoulder belts have twotypes o...

• 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 WARNING: Ford Motor Comp...

WARNING: Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat beltand increase the risk of injury in a collision. Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle is equipped wi...

Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the onposition... The safety belt warning lightilluminates 1-2 minutes and thewarning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. The driver’s safety belt isbuckled while the indicatorlight is illuminat...

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

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

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...

• driver and front passenger safety belt pretensioner • a readiness light and tone. • diagnostic module. • 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 of...

The front passenger sensing system will turn off the passenger seat sideairbag 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 front passe...

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...

WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS and Safety Canopy 威 system is provided. WARNING: To reduce risk of injury, do not obstruct or place objects in the deployment path of the inflatable Safety Canopy 威 . How does the...

The S.O.S. Post Crash Alert can be turned off when any one of thefollowing actions are taken by the driver or any other person: • pressing the hazard control button, • or pressing the panic button on the remote key fob. The feature will continue to operate until the vehicle runs out of power. Dispos...

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

• When possible, always properly restrain children twelve (12) years ofage and under in a rear seating position of your vehicle. Accidentstatistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained inthe rear seating positions than in a front seating position. Recommendations for attaching ch...

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...

Your vehicle has LATCH lower anchors for child seat installation at theseating positions marked with the child seat symbol. The LATCH anchors are located atthe rear section of the rear seatbetween the cushion and seatback,below the locator symbols on theseat back. Follow the child seatmanufacturer’s...

WARNING: Never attach two child safety seats to the same anchor. In a crash, one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat attachments and may break, causing seriousinjury or death. If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments, and haveattached the top tether strap to...

The tether strap anchors in yourvehicle are in the following positions(shown from top view): Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown.The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere otherthan the correct tether anchor. Once the child safety seat has been in...

4. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown. If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly, the child safety seat maynot be retained properly in theevent of a collision. 5. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to themanufacturer’s instructions. If the safety seat is not anchored prope...

• High back booster seats If, with a backless booster seat,you cannot find a seating positionthat adequately supports yourchild’s head, a high back boosterseat would be a better choice. Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the...

If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat, placing a rubberized meshsold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve thiscondition. Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the boosterseat. Check with the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions. The importance of shoul...

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...

3. 65: Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire’s ratio of height to width. 4. R: Indicates a “radial” type tire. 5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheeldiameter. 6. 95: Indicates the tire’...

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...

Low Tire PressureWarning Light Possible cause Customer Action Required Solid Warning Light Tire(s)under-inflated 1. Check your tire pressure toensure tires are properlyinflated; refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter. 2. After inflating your tires tothe manufacturer’srecommended inflationpres...

Low Tire PressureWarning Light Possible cause Customer Action Required Flashing WarningLight Spare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is in use. Repair the damaged roadwheel and re-mount it on thevehicle to restore systemfunctionality. For a descriptionof how the system functionsunder these condi...

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...

Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loadweight is also part of cargo weight. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all pa...

GVWR (Gross Vehicle WeightRating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loadedvehicle (including all options,equipment, passengers and cargo). The GVWR is shown on theSafety Compliance CertificationLabel located on the B-Pillar orthe edge of the driver’s door.The GVW must never exceed theGV...

Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight – is the highest possible weight of a fully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow. It assumes a vehicle with onlymandatory options, no cargo (internal or external), a tongue load of10–15% (conventional trailer), and driver only (150 lb. [68 kg]). Consult your authorized de...

The following gives you a few examples on how to calculate the availableamount of cargo and luggage load capacity: • Another example for your vehicle with 1,400 lb. (635 kg) of cargo andluggage capacity. You decide to go golfing. Is there enough loadcapacity to carry you, 4 of your friends and all t...

Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all runninglights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. Do notconnect trailer lamps directly to your vehicle’s tail lamps. This can causedamage to your vehicle’s electrical system. See your authorized dea...

• To aid in engine/transmission cooling and A/C efficiency during hotweather while stopped in traffic, place the gearshift lever in P (Park). • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. If you mustpark on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer’s wheels. RECREATIONAL TOWING Follo...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off— locks the gearshift leverand allows key removal. Thisposition also shuts the engine andall electrical accessories off. 2. Accessory— allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. 3. On— all electrical circuits ...

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 system may consume anywhere between 400 watts or 1000 wattsof energy per hour. Your factory ...

Brake Assist The Brake Assist system provides full braking force during panic brakingsituations. It detects a rapid application of the brake pedal and uses theABS system to achieve maximum braking pressure. Once a panic brakeapplication is detected, the system will remain activated as long as thebra...

WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle.However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be used to stopyour vehicle in an emergency. Since the parking brake a...

system will regain all features. Anti-lock braking, and ESC are notaffected by this condition and will continue to function during thecool-down period. The Engine Traction Control and Brake Traction Control system may bedeactivated in certain situations. See the Switching Off AdvanceTrac 威 section b...

If you switch off the AdvanceTrac 威 system the AdvanceTrac “Off” button will illuminate and the sliding car ⬙ icon will illuminate steadily. Pressing the AdvanceTrac 威 ⬙ Off ⬙ button again will turn off the lighted button and the ⬙ sliding car ⬙ icon . In R (Reverse), ABS and the Engine and Brake Tr...

If the steering wanders or pulls, check for: • an improperly inflated tire • uneven tire wear • loose or worn suspension components • loose or worn steering components • improper steering alignment AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift int...

WARNING: Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working. WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the off position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. WARNING: If the parking brake...

D (Drive) with Overdrive Cancel and Grade Assist Pressing the transmission controlswitch on the side of the gearshiftlever activates two features at thesame time: Overdrive Cancel andGrade Assist. 1. Overdrive Cancel • Overdrive is deactivated. • The transmission operates in gears one through five. ...

ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a full-time All Wheel Drive (AWD)system. The AWD system is an active system, meaning it not onlyresponds to wheel slip between the front and rear axles but also has theability to anticipate wheel slip and transfer torque to...

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 the bottom of the wheel rims (if possible) and proceed slowly. If theignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall. ...

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. The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated in the front passeng...

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 ...

Passenger compartment fuse panel 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 Protected Circuits 1 30A Smart window motor 2 15A Brake on/off switch,High-mounted brake lamp 3 15A SDARS, Bluet...

WARNING: The use of tire sealants may damage your Tire Pressure Monitoring System and should not be used. WARNING: Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for important information. If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged, itwill no longer...

Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheellocation can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability 3. Fu...

Stopping and securing the vehicle 1. Park on a level surface, set theparking brake and activate hazardflashers. 2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park)and turn engine off. Removing the spare tire and jack 1. Lift the trunk cargo cover, andremove the wing nut that securesthe spare tire by turning itcoun...

3. Put the jack in the jack notchnext to the tire you are changing.Turn the jack handle clockwise untilthe wheel is completely off theground. Note : DO NOT LIFT ON THE PLASTIC MOLDING, as this coulddamage the molding. ONLY LIFT ONTHE SHEET METAL NOTCH. 4. Remove the lug nuts with the lugwrench. 5. R...

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. Place theextension bolt into the externalpocket of the felt bag. Take care toposition the jack as shown to ensurethat the locating holes in the jack...

If you are stowing the flat tire: 1. Remove the extension bolt fromthe exterior pocket of the felt bag. 2. Install the jack as shown inStep 4 under Stowing the tire and jack . 3. Screw the extension bolt onto thethreaded stud of the jack retentionbracket. 4. With the temporary spare tire onthe vehic...

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...

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the assisting battery. 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 eng...

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...

2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of thebooster vehicle’s battery. 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...

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...

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

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

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

WAXING • 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 ...

PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your authorized dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and TarRemover (ZC-42). • For plastic...

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...

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

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

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. 2009 Taurus (500) Owners G...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. Engine coolant reservoir 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Battery 5. Power distribution box 6. Air filter assembly 7. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 8. Engine oil dipstick 9. Engine oil filler cap 10. Windshield ...

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 blade and armaway from the glass. Turn the bladeat a right angle to the arm. 2. Squeeze the locking tabs torelease the blade from the arm andpull the blade away from the arm toremove it. 3. Attach the new blade to the arm and snap it into place. Replace wi...

5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level dipstick. 6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again. • 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...

• 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 dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions,...

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

If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals, remove the cablesfrom the terminals and clean with a wire brush. You can neutralize theacid with a solution of baking soda and water. It is recommended that the negative battery cable terminal bedisconnected from the battery if you plan to store ...

Because your vehicle’s engine is electronically controlled by a computer,some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. Whenthe battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the engine mustrelearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability andperformance. To...

ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at theintervals listed in scheduled maintenance information. The coolant concentration should be maintained at 50/50 coolant and distilled water,which equates to a freeze point of -34°F (-36°C). Co...

If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval,the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty. If the reservoir islow or empty, add engine coolant to the reservoir. Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter. Note: Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not u...

• Do not use alcohol, methanol, brine or any engine coolantsmixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant). Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating orfreezing. • Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant. These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion...

Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolantreservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. Ifnecessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant anddistilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level. If you have to add more than 1.0 quar...

If you drive in extremely hot climates: • It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentrationabove 40%. • NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40%. • Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% willdecrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the enginecoolant and may...

Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Takeyour vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible to minimize enginedamage. When fail-safe mode is activated WARNING: Fail-safe mode is for use during emergencies only. Operate the vehicle in fail-safe mode only as long as nec...

WARNING: When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck. Never smoke while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certainconditions. Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. WARNING: The flow of fuel through a fuel pump no...

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

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...

POWER STEERING FLUID Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the service interval schedules. 1. Start the engine and let it rununtil it reaches normal operatingtemperature (the engine coolanttemperature gauge indicator will benear the center of the normal areabetween H and C). 2. While th...

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 Motorcraft air filterelement listed. Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter. WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle da...

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 ..........................99AdvanceTrac ..............................236Air cleaner filter ...............322–323Air conditioning ....................76, 78Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ........................167, 176, 178 and child safety seats ............169description ....

storage .....................................262 Jump-starting your vehicle ......270 K Keyless entry system ...............138 autolock ...................................125keypad .....................................138locking and unlocking doors ..139programming entry code .......138 Keys .........