Ford 2000 Crown Victoria Manuel d'utilisateur

Before drivingIntroduction 2Instrumentation 6Controls and features 24Seating and safety restraints 91Starting and drivingStarting 117Driving 121Roadsi

Light is blinking:Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter.You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy accelera

Insert the tongue into the correctbuckle (the buckle closest to thedirection the tongue is comingfrom). To lengthen the belt, turn thetongue at a righ

Conditions of operationIf... Then...The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignition switchis turned to the ON position...The safety belt wa

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts:(All statistics based on U.S. data)Reasons given... Consider...9Crashes are ra

One time disableAnytime the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during an ignitionON cycle, Belt Minder will be disabled for that ignition cycle

6. Within seven seconds of the safety belt warning light turning off,buckle then unbuckle the safety belt.• This will disable Belt Minder if it is cur

AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic modulewhich records information about the air

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the backseat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.National Highway Traffic Safety

Children and air bagsFor additional important safetyinformation, read all information onsafety restraints in this guide.Children must always be proper

The air bags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After air bagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burn

• and the electrical wiring which connects the components.The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and thesupplemental air bag electri

Brake system warning• Standard instrument cluster• Optional instrument clusterMomentarily illuminates when theignition is turned to the ONposition. Al

Important child restraint precautionsYou are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the U.S.and Canada. If small children ride in yo

A belt-positioning booster should be used if the shoulder belt rests infront of the child’s face or neck, or if the lap belt does not fit snugly onbot

• Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safetyseat, with the tongue between the child seat and the release button,to prevent ac

2. Pull down on the shoulder beltand then grasp the shoulder beltand lap belt together.3. While holding the shoulder andlap belt portions together, ro

5. To put the retractor in theautomatic locking mode, grasp theshoulder portion of the belt and pulldownward until all of the belt isextracted and a c

Installing child safety seats in the lap belt seating positions1. Lengthen the lap belt. To lengthen the belt, hold the tongue so that itsbottom is pe

1. Position the child safety seat on the passenger seat cushion.2. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat.For vehicles wit

PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLEEngine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system. This systemmeets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equi

3. Make sure the parking brake isset.4. Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park).5. Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (START).If there i

STARTING THE ENGINE1. Turn the key to 5 (START)without pressing the acceleratorpedal and release as soon as theengine starts. The key will return to4

Charging systemIlluminates when the ignition isturned to the ON position and theengine is off. The light alsoilluminates when the battery is notchargi

Guarding against exhaust fumesAlthough odorless and colorless, carbon monoxide is present in exhaustfumes. Take precautions to avoid its dangerous eff

BRAKESYour service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the scheduledmaintenance guide for scheduled maintenance.Occasional brake noise is normal and o

ABS warning lampABSTheABSwarning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light do

The BRAKE warning lamp in theinstrument cluster illuminates andremains illuminated (when theignition is turned ON) until theparking brake is fully rel

The system operates by detecting and controlling wheel spin. The systemborrows many of the electronic and mechanical elements already presentin the an

The Traction Controly system will be on every time you turn the ignitionkey from OFF to ON until you deactivate the system using the tractioncontrol s

This system keeps the rear of your vehicle at a constant level byautomatically adding air or releasing air from the springs.If you exceed the load lim

If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out byshifting from forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in asteady pattern.

R (Reverse)With the gearshift lever in R(Reverse), the vehicle will movebackward. Always come to acomplete stop before shifting intoand out of R (Reve

Each time the vehicle is started, the transmission will automaticallyreturn to normal Overdrive mode.Every time the vehicle is shut off and restarted,

O/D off• Standard instrument cluster• Optional instrument clusterIlluminates when the TransmissionControl Switch (TCS), refer toOverdrive control in t

• Payload: Combined maximum allowable weight of cargo, passengersand optional equipment. The payload equals the gross vehicle weightrating minus base

limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals donot increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations.The Certification Label, found on t

Preparing to towUse the proper equipment for towing a trailer, and make sure it isproperly attached to your vehicle. See your dealer or a reliable tra

• Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer.• Use a lower gear when towing up or down steep hills. This willeliminate ex

Replace the rear axle lubricant anytime the axle has been submerged inwater. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changedunless a l

DRIVING THROUGH WATERDo not drive quickly through standing water, especially if the depth isunknown. Traction or brake capability may be limited and i

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCETo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford offers acomplimentary roadside assistance program. This program

Roadside coverage beyond basic warrantyIn the United States, you may purchase additional roadside assistancecoverage beyond this period through the Fo

The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated on the left side of the trunkbehind the trunk liner.Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-of

Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperagerating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can causesevere wire damage and could

Door ajarIlluminates when one of the doors isnot completely shut and the ignitionis turned to ON. With the ignitionON, this light will flash five time

The fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger CompartmentFuse Panel Description1 15A Brake Pedal Position (BPP) Switch,Mult

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger CompartmentFuse Panel Description9 30A Blower Motor, A/C-Heater Mode Switch10 10A Air Bag Module11 5A Radio1

The high-current fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description1 20A* Electric Fuel Pump Relay2 30A* Ge

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description12 30A** PCM Power Relay, PCM, Natural GasVehicle Module13 50A** High Speed Cooling

When driving with the temporary spare tire do not:• exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) under any circumstances• load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rati

5. Loosen each wheel lug nutone-half turn counterclockwise butdo not remove them until the wheelis raised off the ground. Refer toAnti-theft lug nuts

To lessen the risk ofpersonal injury, do not putany part of your body under thevehicle while changing a tire. Donot start the engine when yourvehicle

To remove the anti-theft lug nut:1. Insert the key over the lockinglug nut. Make sure you hold the keysquare to the lug nut. If you holdthe key at an

3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehiclemaking sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake onboth vehicles

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery.4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an ex

Headlamps on warning chimeSounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off(and the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s

Jump starting1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine atmoderately increased speed.2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.3.

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery.4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance center.It

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle:• We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation.• We provide a

Working with the engine off1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P(Park).2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT4.6L SOHC V8 engine1. Brake fluid reservoir2. Engine oil dipstick3. Engine oil filler cap4. Windshield

ENGINE OILChecking the engine oilRefer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervalsfor checking the engine oil.1. Make sure the ve

• If the oil level is within thisrange, the oil level is acceptable.DO NOT ADD OIL.• If the oil level is below thismark, engine oil must be addedto ra

engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into theopening.3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above th

BRAKE FLUIDChecking and adding brake fluidBrake fluid should be checked andrefilled as needed. Refer to theScheduled Maintenance Guide forthe service

• Standard instrument cluster• Optional instrument clusterA minimum of four gallons must beadded or removed from the fueltank in order for the gauge t

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDChecking and adding washer fluidCheck the washer fluid wheneveryou stop for fuel. The reservoir ishighlighted with asymbol.If t

• protection against rust and other forms of corrosion.• an accurate temperature readout from the engine coolantgauge.The engine coolant must be maint

• DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine CoolantF6AZ-19544-AA (orange in color).• DO NOT USE a DEX-COOLt engine coolant or an equivalentengine coolant t

Have your dealer check the engine cooling system for leaks if you haveto add more than 1.0 liter (1.0 quart) of engine coolant per month.To avoid scal

Severe climatesIf you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –36° C [–34° F]):• it may be necessary to increase the coolant concentrationabove 50

How fail-safe cooling works• Standard cluster• Optional clusterIf the engine begins to overheat:• the engine coolant temperature gauge will move to th

Continued operation will increase the engine temperature:• thesymbol will begin to flash.• if your vehicle is equipped with digital gauges, the gauge

CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUIDCheck the power steering fluid.Refer to the Scheduled MaintenanceGuide for the service intervalschedules. If a

Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain anaccurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is at normal operatingtemperature (appr

The transmission fluid should be inthis range if at normal operatingtemperature (66°C-77°C[150°F-170°F]).The transmission fluid should be inthis range

• Optional instrument clusterOdometerRegisters the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle.• Standard instrument cluster• Optional instrument clusterR

BATTERYYour vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice.How

When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on theend walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps,resulting in personal injury a

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recyclin

6. Install a new air filter element. Becareful not to crimp the filterelement edges between the air filterhousing and cover. This could causefilter da

To replace the wiper blades:1. Pull the wiper arm away from thewindshield and lock into the serviceposition.2. Turn the blade at an angle fromthe wipe

TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate ofthe tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specifiedgovernmen

SERVICING YOUR TIRESChecking the tire pressure• Use an accurate tire pressure gauge.• Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle h

• Five tire rotation (for vehicleswith steel wheels and full sizespare tires)Replacing the tiresReplace the tires when the wearband is visible through

Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect thehandling of the vehicle and make it easier for the driver to losecontrol and roll over.Tir

The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap isventing vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stopsbefore completely rem

Trip odometerRegisters the kilometers (miles) ofindividual journeys. To reset,depress the control.Refer to Electronic Message Center for Trip A and Tr

• Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If fuel is splashed in the eyes,remove contact lenses (if worn), flush with water for 15 minutes andseek med

When fueling your vehicle:1. Turn the engine off.2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/8 of a turn until itstops.3. Pull to remove the c

Octane recommendationsYour vehicle is designed to use“Regular” unleaded gasoline with an(R+M)/2 octane rating of 87. We donot recommend the use of gas

If you have run out of fuel:• You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times afterrefueling, to allow the fuel system to pump the fue

For consistent results when filling the fuel tank:• Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each timethe tank is filled.• Allow three

Habits• Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel.• Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fueleconomy.• Idlin

• Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately0.4 km/L [1 mpg] is lost for every 180 kg [400 lb] of weight carried).• Adding cer

The scheduled maintenance items listed in the Scheduled MaintenanceGuide are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to itsemissions

If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced,the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a “not ready for I/M test”conditi

3. Disconnect the electricalconnector from the bulb by pullingrearward.4. Remove the bulb retaining ring byrotating it counterclockwise (whenviewed fr

• Optional instrument clusterThis gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not thecoolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper lev

5. Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly. If theheadlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb, you shouldnot need to ali

1. Open the trunk and carefully pullthe carpet away to expose theplastic retainer.2. Remove plastic retainer to exposethe lamp assembly hardware.3. Re

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs1. Remove two screws, grommetsand the license plate lamp assemblyfrom the trunk lid.2. Carefully pull the bulb from

Function Trade NumberHeadlamp 9007Park lamp and turn lamp (front) 3457 NAK (amber)Side marker (front) 194 NA (amber)Cornering lamp (front) 3156KTail,

Washing your vehicleWash your vehicle regularly withcold or lukewarm water. Never usestrong detergents or soap. If yourvehicle is particularly dirty,

Repairing paint chipsMinor scratches or paint damage from road debris may be repaired withthe Ultra Touch Prep and Finishing Kit (#F7AZ-19K507–BA), La

To avoid scratching the lamps, do not use a dry paper towel, chemicalsolvents or abrasive cleaners.Cleaning the wiper blades, windshield and rear wind

• Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaningthe engine.• Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunnin

Cleaning the instrument cluster lensClean with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth.Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the

Cleaning leather seats (if equipped)To clean, simply use a soft cloth dampened with water and a mild soap.Wipe the leather again with a damp cloth to

The following warning may be required by California law:CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningEngine exhaust, some if its constituents, and certain vehicle

Add oil if needed (refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and carechapter). If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at yourdealership o

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent 4.6L SOHC V8 engineAir filter element FA-1668Fuel filter FG-986BBattery-standard BXT-65–650Battery-heavy duty BXT-65–

2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. MERCONt andMERCONt V are not interchangeable. DO NOT MIX MERCONt andMERCONt V. Refer to the

Item Ford partnameFord partnumberFordspecificationEngine oil Motorcraft SAE5W-30 SuperPremium MotorOilXO-5W30-QSP WSS-M2C153-Gwith APICertificationMar

ENGINE DATAEngine 4.6L V8 engineCubic inches 281Required fuel 87 octaneFiring order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8Spark plug gap 1.3-1.4 mm (0.052-0.056 inch)Ignitio

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLECertification labelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Certification Label be affixedt

Vehicle identification numberThe vehicle identification number isattached to a metal tag and islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel. (Please not

Ford Extended Service PlanYou can get more protection for your new car or light truck bypurchasing Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP) coverage. For

If you have questions or concerns, or are unsatisfied with the service youare receiving, follow these steps:1. Contact your Sales Representative or Se

If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicleneeds service, or if you need more help than the dealership couldprovide, after f

dispute handling procedure is not required prior to enforcing statecreated rights or other rights which are independent of theMagnuson-Moss Warranty A

E/MPress this control to switch theelectronic instrument cluster displayand the message center display frommetric to English units.SelectEach press of

Eligibility may differ according to state law. For example, see the uniquebrochures for California, West Virginia, Georgia and Wisconsinpurchasers/les

• the names (if known) of all the people you contacted at thedealership(s)• a description of the action you expect to resolve your concernYou will rec

You may also contact the North American Customer Assistance Center at1-800-392-3673 (Ford), TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952 orby writing

The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion maydamage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may causeengine knock

Ford Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (not available in Canada)Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only)Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover* (no

Comfort and convenienceCargo netsEngine block heatersTravel equipmentDaytime running lightsHeavy-duty batteryProtection and appearance equipmentAir ba

use or are not properly installed. When operated, such systems maycause the engine to stumble or stall. In addition, such systems may bedamaged or the

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)If you believe that your vehicle hasa defect that could cause a crash, orcould cause injury or death, youshould im

Air bag supplementalrestraint system ...105and child safety seats ...107description ...105dis

set zone adjustment ...74Controlspower seat ...93,94Coolantchecking and adding ...160coolant tempera

Remember to turn the ignition OFF when refueling your vehicle.Otherwise, the display will not show the addition of fuel for a few miles.At least four

quality ...182running out of fuel ...182safety information relating toautomotive fuels ...

anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...11,122brake ...11charging system ...12check engine ...

Specification chart,lubricants ...201,203Speed control ...65Speedometer ...

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Required fuel Unleaded fuel only - 87 octaneFuel tank capacity 71.9L (19.0 gallons)Engine oil capacity(includes filter change)4.7L (5.0 quarts). Use M

Press the RESET control while AVGECON is displayed to reset thefunction.The average displayed is the averagesince the last reset.TRIP A and TRIP BThes

PANEL DIMMER CONTROLUse to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel during headlightand parklamp operation.• Push up to brighten.• Push down to di

High beamsPush forward to activate.Pull toward you to deactivate.Flash to passPull toward you to activate andrelease to deactivate.AUTOLAMP CONTROL (I

Press the rear defroster control to clear the rear window of thin ice andfog.• A small LED will illuminate when the rear defroster is activated.The ig

Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the airduring operation, it is normal if clear water drips on the ground underthe air con

• To prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle, do not drive with theclimate control system in the OFF or MAX A/C position.• Do not put objects unde

Turning the EATC onPress AUTOMATIC, any of theoverride controls or the fan speedcontrol. The EATC will only operatewhen the vehicle is running.Turning

WARNINGSWarnings provide information which may reduce the risk of personalinjury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and itsequipment.

To control the temperature, selectany temperature between 18°C(65°F) and 29°C (85°F) by pressingthe blue (cooler) or red (warmer)buttons.For continuou

Fan speed ( )When AUTOMATIC is pressed, fanspeed is adjusted automatically forexisting conditions. You can overridefan speed at any time. To controlfa

economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster. Airflow isfrom the instrument panel registers. This mode can also be used toprevent undesir

Displaying outside temperaturePress OUTSIDE TEMP to displaythe outside air temperature. It willbe displayed until OUTSIDE TEMPis pressed again.If the

• Remove any snow, ice or leavesfrom the air intake area (at thebottom of the windshield).• If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed du

USING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEMAM/FM StereoVolume/power controlPress the control to turn the audiosystem on or off.Turn the control to raise or lowervolume.1

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

Radio station memory presetThe radio is equipped with four station memory preset controls. Thesecontrols can be used to select up to four preset AM st

Speaker balance adjustSpeaker sound distribution can beadjusted between the right and leftspeakers.Press the TONE control three times,then use the vol

Volume/power controlPress the control to turn the audiosystem on or off.Turn the control to raise or lowervolume.If the volume is set above a certain

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Air Bag-FrontAir Bag-

Tune adjustThe tune control works in radio mode.Tune adjust in radio mode• Press to move to the nextfrequency down the band(whether or not a listenabl

Setting memory preset stations1. Select the frequency band with the AM or the FM select control.2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek func

Speaker balance adjustSpeaker sound distribution can beadjusted between the right and leftspeakers.Speaker fade adjustSpeaker sound can be adjustedbet

selection). The tape deck stops and returns to play mode when the AMScircuit senses a blank section on the tape.In order to ensure proper operation of

Setting the clockYour vehicle is equipped with a separate instrument panel mountedclock. Please refer to Clock in this chapter for instructions on set

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

Seek functionThe seek function control works in radio, CD or CD changer mode (ifequipped).Seek function in radio mode• Press to find the nextlistenabl

Setting memory preset stations1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM select control.2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function fo

Speaker balance adjustSpeaker sound distribution can beadjusted between the right and leftspeakers.Speaker fade adjustSpeaker sound can be adjustedbet

Fast forwardThe fast forward control works in CD mode.To fast forward in CD changermode, press the CD control (preset2).Press the control again to dea

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleaseSymbolPanic Alarm Engine OilEngine CoolantEngine CoolantTemperat

Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette (CD Changer Compatible)Your audio system is equipped with selective lighting, a unique lightingstrategy. This lighting f

Turn the control to raise or lowervolume.If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off,the volume will come back on at a “

disc unless the CD changer is in shuffle mode.) Refer to Shufflefeature for more information. Hold the control to continue reversingthrough the discs.

Scan function in radio modePress the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stationson the frequency band. Press the SCAN control aga

Starting autoset memory preset1. Select a frequency using the AM/FM select controls.2. Press the AUTO control.3. When the first six strong stationsare

Speaker fade adjustSpeaker sound can be adjustedbetween the front and rearspeakers.Press the FADE control. Use theSEL control to adjust the soundbetwe

• In CD mode, pressing the control for less than three seconds results inslow forward action. Pressing the control for more than three secondsresults

shuffle feature continues to the next disc after all tracks are played.Press the SHUFFLE control to start this feature. Random order play willcontinue

• Use the SEL control to select theprogram type. With the featureon, use the SEEK or SCANcontrol to find the desiredprogram type from the followingsel

CD changer (if equipped)The CD changer is located in one of the following locations:• in the trunk• in the center console• under the driver’s seat1. S

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If you pull too hard on the disc holder, the disc holder may comecompletely out of the magazine. If this happens, reinsert the disc holderback into th

The CD magazine may be inserted or ejected with the radio power off.ONLY use the magazine supplied with the CD changer, other types willdamage the uni

• Do not insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changermagazine.Cleaning cassette player (if equipped)Clean the tape player head with a ca

• Station overload. Weak signals are sometimes captured by strongersignals when you pass a broadcast tower. A stronger signal maytemporarily overtake

POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION1. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning.2. LOCK, locks the

OVERDRIVE CONTROLActivating overdrive(Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy.The overdrive function allows automatic upshif

Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads thatare winding, slippery, or unpaved.Do not shift the gearshift lever into N (Neutral) with

If your vehicle slows down more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below your setspeed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. This is normal.Pressing RES

• Depress the brake pedal. Whenthe desired vehicle speed isreached, press SET/SET ACC/SET ACCEL.To disengage speed control• Depress the brake pedal.Di

To return to a previously set speed• Press RES/RSM/RESUME. ForRES/RSM/RESUME to operate,the vehicle speed must be fasterthan 48 km/h (30 mph).Indicato

SCANBASS TREB BAL FADESIDEEJREW FF1 - 2TAPEAMSVOL - PUSH ONSEEKTUNEAMFMCLK123456FM1STLNORM A/CVENT FLOOR FLR • DEF DEFHILOMAX A/COUTSIDE TEMP AUTOMATI

Programming1. Prepare for programming theHomeLinkt Universal Transceiver byerasing the three factory defaultcodes by holding down the twooutside butto

To program your hand-heldtransmitters:• continue to hold the button onthe HomeLinkt UniversalTransceiver.• press and re-press the hand-heldtransmitter

3. Press and release theprogrammed HomeLinkt button.Press and release the HomeLinktbutton a second time to completethe training process. (Some garaged

AUTOMATIC DIMMING INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)Your vehicle is equipped with an inside rear view mirror which has anauto-dimming function. The

Compass zone adjustment1. Determine which compass zoneyou are in by referring to the zonemap.2. With the compass display turnedon, press and hold the

2. Press and hold the COMP side ofthe control for approximately sixseconds until “C” appears in themirror display.3. Drive the vehicle slowly (lesstha

• Press the bottom portion of therocker switch to open.Express down• Press AUTO and release quickly.The window will open fully.Depress again to stop w

POWER DOOR LOCKSPress U to unlock all doors and L tolock all doors.Smart locksWith the key in the ignition, in any switch position, and either thedriv

2. Move the control in the directionyou wish to tilt the mirror.3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place.CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKSWhen th

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doorswithout a key.The remote entry features only op

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESStandard instrument clusterOptional instrument clusterLow fuel (if equipped)Illuminates as an early reminder of alow fuel con

You must complete steps 1-7 within 30 seconds or the procedure willhave to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, you mustwait 30 seconds

Automatic door locks can be turned on/off with the keyless entry keypadthrough the following procedure:You must complete steps 1-5 within 30 seconds o

Opening the trunkPress the control once to open thetrunk.Ensure that the trunk is closed andlatched before driving your vehicle.Failure to latch the t

The inside lights will not turn off if:• they have been turned on with the dimmer control or• any door is open.The battery saver will shut off the int

Replacing lost transmittersTake all your vehicle’s transmittersto your dealer if service is required.If you purchase additionaltransmitters (up to fou

and devices cannot damage the PATS ignition key, but can cause amomentary concern if they are too close to the key during engine start.If a problem oc

You will need to have two previously programmed coded keys and thenew unprogrammed SecuriLocky key readily accessible for timelyimplementation of each

See also Remote entry system in this chapter for more information.Your vehicle has a factory-set 5–digit code that operates the keylessentry system. Y

Erasing personal codeTo erase all of the personal entry codes programmed to a vehicle:1. Enter the factory-set code.2. Press 1/2 within 5 seconds of s

Locking doors with the keyless entry systemIt is not necessary to enter the factory-set code prior to locking all doors.To lock the doors:Press 7/8 an

Check engineYour vehicle is equipped with acomputer that monitors the engine’semission control system. Thissystem is commonly known as theOn Board Dia

Keep vehicle doors andluggage compartmentlocked and keep keys out of achild’s reach. Unsupervisedchildren could lock themselves inan open trunk and ri

SEATINGHead restraintsYour vehicle’s seats may be equipped with head restraints which arevertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints i

Lift handle to move seat forward orbackward.Pull lever up to adjust seatback.Using the manual recline function (if equipped)Never adjust the driver’s

To adjust the front seatback usingthe manual recliner:• Lift and hold the handle locatedon the side of the seat.• Lean against the seatback toadjust i

Press to move the seat forward orbackward.Press to move the front portion ofthe seat cushion up or down.Press to move the rear portion ofthe seat cush

Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectiveness of the seat’ssafety belt in the event of a collision.The power seat controls are locatedon the sid

All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should alwaysproperly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag SRS isprovided.It is extremely

2. To unfasten, push the releasebutton and remove the tongue fromthe buckle.The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle arecombinatio

How to use the automatic locking mode• Buckle the combination lap andshoulder belt.• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt

Front safety belt height adjustmentYour vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments for the driver and frontpassenger. Adjust the height of theshoulder