Ford 2000 Focus Manuel d'utilisateur

Introduction 2Instrumentation 6Controls and features19Seating and safety restraints77Starting 121Driving 128Roadside emergencies157Maintenance and ca

Instrumentation10If the   light remainson, have your vehicle serviced atthe first available opportunity.  Engine misfire is

Seating and safety restraints100The fact that the air bags did notinflate in a collision does not meanthat something is wrong with thesystem. Rather,

Seating and safety restraints101While the system is designed tohelp reduce serious injuries, it mayalso cause minor burns, abrasions,swelling or tempo

Seating and safety restraints102The SRS consists of:• driver and passenger air bagmodules (which include theinflators and air bags).• side air bags (i

Seating and safety restraints103A difficulty with the system isindicated by one or more of thefollowing:• The readiness light will eitherflash or stay

Seating and safety restraints104Do not attempt to service,repair, or modify the air bagSupplemental Restraint Systemor its fuses. See your Ford orLinc

Seating and safety restraints105The side air bags are fitted on theoutboard side of the seatbacks ofthe front seats. In certain lateralcollisions, the

Seating and safety restraints106If the side air bag hasdeployed, the air bag willnot function again. The sideair bag system (including theseat) must b

Seating and safety restraints107If either of these indications occurs,even intermittently, have the SRSserviced at your dealership or by aqualified te

Seating and safety restraints108Important child restraintprecautionsYou are required by law to usesafety restraints for children in theU.S. and Canada

Seating and safety restraints109Children and safety beltsIf the child is the proper size,restrain the child in a safety seat.Children who are too larg

Instrumentation11Air bag readinessMomentarily illuminates when theignition is turned on. If the lightfails to illuminate, continues toflash or remains

Seating and safety restraints110To improve the fit of lap andshoulder belts on children whohave outgrown child safety seats,Ford recommends use of abe

Seating and safety restraintsSAFETY BELTS FOR CHILDRENChild and infant or child safetyseats   $      % #

Seating and safety restraints112• Place seatback in uprightposition.• Put the safety belt in theautomatic locking mode. Refer to  

Seating and safety restraintsInstalling child safety seats incombination lap and shoulderbelt seat positions    !   

Seating and safety restraints1143. While holding the shoulder andlap belt portions together, route thetongue through the child seataccording to the ch

Seating and safety restraints1156. Allow the belt to retract. Thebelt will click as it retracts toindicate it is in the automaticlocking mode.7. Pull

Seating and safety restraints116Attaching child safety seatswith ISOFIX attachmentsSome child seat manufacturersmake safety seats that are labeledas I

Seating and safety restraints117The ISOFIX anchors are located onthe rear section of the seat cushion,and at the bottom of the seatback.Follow the chi

Seating and safety restraints118Attaching child safety seatswith tether straps Most new forwardĆfacing childsafety seats include a tether strapwhich g

Seating and safety restraints !     $      "      !  "  $ !

InstrumentationSafety belt" & #"! % "" ! "#  " " !" "

Seating and safety restraints1205. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown.If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly, the child safetyseat may not

StartingPREPARING TO START YOURVEHICLE !!  ! & !! & !  & ! !   !&a

Starting122Do not start your vehicle ina closed garage or in otherenclosed areas. Exhaust fumescan be toxic. Always open thegarage door before you sta

Starting123Before starting the vehicle:1. Make sure all vehicle occupantshave buckled their safety belts. Formore information on safety beltsand their

Starting124Make sure the corresponding lights(if equipped) illuminate briefly. If alight fails to illuminate, have thevehicle serviced.• If the driver

Starting1252. If the temperature is above-12ºC (10ºF) and the engine doesnot start within five seconds on thefirst try, turn the key to OFF, waitten s

Starting126To prevent electrical shock,do not use your heater withungrounded electrical systems ortwoĆpronged (cheater) adapters.Guarding against exha

Starting127Engine exhaust, some of itsconstituents, and certainvehicle components contain oremit chemicals known to theState of California to causecan

Driving128BRAKESYour service brakes areselfĆadjusting. Refer to theScheduled Maintenance Guide" forscheduled maintenance.Occasional brake noise

Driving129Anti-lock brake system (ABS)(if equipped)On vehicles equipped with an antiĆlock braking system (ABS), anoise from the hydraulic pumpmotor an

Instrumentation13Brake system warningMomentarily illuminates when theignition is turned to the ONposition and the engine is off. Ifbrake warning lamp

Driving130ABS warning lamp(if equipped)The  warning lamp in theinstrument cluster momentarilyilluminates when the ignition isturned on and the engi

DrivingUsing ABS(if equipped)•   %  #$! %    ! %  !! !     

Driving132Parking brakeApply the parking brake wheneverthe vehicle is parked. To set theparking brake, pull the handle up asfar as possible.The 

Driving133Push the button on the end of theparking brake and push the handledown as fas as possible to releasethe brake. Driving with the parkingbrake

Driving134If the steering wanders or pulls, thecondition could be caused by any ofthe following:• underinflated tire(s) on anywheel(s)• high crosswind

Driving135If it is necessary to use the aboveprocedure to move the gearshift, itis possible that a fuse has blown orthe vehicle's brakelamps are

Driving136Driving with automatic transaxle(if equipped)Understanding gearshiftpositionsDepress the locking button andmove the automatic gearshift to t

Driving137Never leave your vehicleunattended while it isrunning.R (Reverse)With the gearshift in R (Reverse),the vehicle will move backward.Always com

Driving138D (Overdrive)The normal driving position for thebest fuel economy. Transaxleoperates in gears One throughFour.D (Overdrive) can be deactivat

Driving139To return to D (Overdrive) mode,press the transaxle control switchand the O/D OFF light will nolonger be illuminated.Each time the vehicle i

InstrumentationSpeed control(if equipped)              

Driving140Manual transaxle operation (if equipped)Using the clutchVehicles equipped with a manualtransaxle have a starter interlockthat prevents crank

Driving141Do not drive with your foot restingon the clutch pedal and do not usethe clutch to hold your vehicle at astandstill while waiting on a hill.

Driving142Parking your vehicle1. Apply brake and shift into N(Neutral).2. Set parking brake.3. Shift into 1 (First).4. Turn ignition to position 2(OFF

Driving143• Type A transaxle (with SPI engine)You shift into R (Reverse) only bymoving the gearshift fully to theright against a spring pressure andth

Driving144VEHICLE LOADINGBefore loading your vehicle,familiarize yourself with theseterms.• Base curb weight: Weight of thevehicle including any stand

Driving145• GAWR (Gross Axle WeightRating): Carrying capacity foreach axle system. The GAWR isspecific to each vehicle and is listedon the Safety Comp

Driving146• Trailer Weight Range:Specified weight range that thetrailer must fall within that rangesfrom zero to the maximum trailerweight rating.Reme

Driving147If you are adding weight to thefront of your vehicle (potentiallyincluding weight added to the cab),the weight added should notexceed the Fr

Driving148TRAILER TOWINGYour vehicle is classified as a lightduty towing vehicle. Refer to thefollowing chart for towing limits:Towing classLight duty

Driving149Your vehicle does not come fromthe factory fully equipped to tow.However, you can contact yourlocal Ford dealer to get the propertowing equi

Instrumentation15Headlamps on warning chimeSounds when the headlamps orparking lamps are on, the ignition isoff (and the key is not in theignition) an

Driving150Preparing to towUse the proper equipment fortowing a trailer, and make sure it isproperly attached to your vehicle.See your dealer or a reli

Driving151Do not connect a trailer'shydraulic brake systemdirectly to your vehicle's brakesystem. Your vehicle may nothave enough braking po

Driving152When towing a trailer:• Shift out of D (Overdrive) andinto 2 (Second) or a lower gearwhen towing up or down steephills. This will eliminate

Driving153• Allow more distance for stoppingwith a trailer attached.• The trailer tongue weight shouldbe 10-15% of the loaded trailerweight.• After yo

Driving154Recreational towingFollow these guidelines for yourspecific powertrain combination totow your vehicle with all fourwheels on the ground (suc

Driving155LUGGAGE RACK (if equipped)The maximum load is 100 kg(220 lb) on the luggage rackstructure. The load  be placeddirectly on the luggage ra

Driving156DRIVING THROUGH WATERDo not drive quickly throughstanding water, especially if thedepth is unknown. Traction orbrake capability may be limit

Roadside emergencies157HAZARD LIGHTS CONTROL Use only in an emergency to warntraffic of vehicle breakdown,approaching danger, etc. Thehazard flashers

Roadside emergencies158FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCHAfter a collision, if the enginecranks but does not start, the fuelpump shutĆoff switch may havebeen a

Roadside emergencies159FUSES AND RELAYSFusesIf electrical components in thevehicle are not working, a fuse mayhave blown. Blown fuses areidentified by

InstrumentationINSTRUMENT CLUSTERGAUGESTemperature gauge           

Roadside emergencies160Standard fuse amperage rating and colorColorFuse rating Mini fuses StandardfusesMaxi fuses Fuse linkcartridge2A3A4A5A7.5A10A15A

Roadside emergencies      

Roadside emergencies162Passenger compartment fuse panelFuse Fuse amp.ratingDescription3031323334353637383940414243444546474849507.5151015207.57.5--10-

Roadside emergencies163Passenger compartment fuse panelFuse Fuse amp.ratingDescription51525354555657585960616263--10152025257.57.57.57.5-20Not usedNot

Roadside emergencies164Power distribution boxThe power distribution box islocated in the engine compartment.The power distribution box contains highĆc

Roadside emergencies     

Roadside emergencies166Power distribution boxFuse Fuse amp.ratingDescription123456789101112131415161718192021222324252627282964654030---50403020103015

Roadside emergencies167Relays in the power distribution boxRelay Description12345678910111213141516IgnitionNot usedNot usedNot usedHigh beamsLow beams

Roadside emergencies168CHANGING THE TIRESIf you get a flat tire while driving,do not apply the brake heavily.Instead, gradually decrease yourspeed. Ho

Roadside emergencies169When driving with a temporaryspare tire  :• exceed the maximum speed of80 km/h (50 mph) under anycircumstances• load the v

Instrumentation                    

Roadside emergencies170Tire change procedureTo prevent the vehicle frommoving when you change atire, be sure the parking brake isset, then block (in b

Roadside emergencies1713. Remove the spare tire byloosening the tie down bolt in acounterclockwise direction. Takenote of the jack position beforeremo

Roadside emergencies1724. Remove the center cap or wheelcover. Loosen each wheel lug nutoneĆhalf turn counterclockwise butdo not remove them until the

Roadside emergencies  !    !            

Roadside emergencies1746. Remove the lug nuts with thelug wrench.7. Replace the flat tire with thespare tire, making sure the valvestem is facing outw

Roadside emergencies175JUMP STARTING YOURVEHICLEThe gases around thebattery can explode ifexposed to flames, sparks, or litcigarettes. An explosion co

Roadside emergencies1763. Park the booster vehicle close tothe hood of your disabled vehicle,making sure the two vehicles  touch. Set the parking

Roadside emergencies1772. Connect the other end of thepositive (+) cable to the positive(+) terminal of the assistingbattery.3. Connect the negative (

Roadside emergencies178Do not connect the end ofthe second cable to thenegative (-) terminal of thebattery to be jumped. A sparkmay cause an explosion

Roadside emergencies             !    Jump starting   

Instrumentation18SpeedometerIndicates the current vehicle speed.OdometerRegisters the total kilometers(miles) of the vehicle.TripmeterRegisters the ki

Roadside emergencies1802. Remove the jumper cable on thenegative (-) connection of thebooster vehicle's battery.3. Remove the jumper cable fromth

Roadside emergencies181WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicletowed, contact a professionaltowing service or, if you are amember, your roadside

Maintenance and care182SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle:• We highlight doĆitĆyourself itemsin the engine compartment for easylo

Maintenance and care183• Do not work on a vehicle with theengine running in an enclosedspace, unless you are sure you haveenough ventilation.• Keep al

Maintenance and care184IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT2.0 SPI engineBattery Windshieldwasher fluidreservoirEngine coolantreservoir(ma

Maintenance and care185IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT2.0 Zetec-E engineBattery Windshieldwasher fluidreservoirEngine coolantreservoi

Maintenance and care186ENGINE OILChecking the engine oilRefer to the ScheduledMaintenance Guide" for theappropriate intervals for checkingthe en

Maintenance and care187• If the oil level is between theMIN and MAX marks (2.0 SPIengine) or between ADD andFULL (2.0 ZetecĆengine), the oillevel is a

Maintenance and care188Engine oil and filterrecommendationsLook for this certification mark.Ford oil specification isWSSĆM2C153ĆG.Use SAE 5WĆ30 motor

Maintenance and care189CLUTCH FLUID(if equipped)Check the clutch fluid level. Referto the Scheduled MaintenanceGuide" for the service intervalsc

Controls and featuresHEADLAMP CONTROL                 

Maintenance and care1904. Use only brake fluids certified tomeet Ford specifications. Refer to  in the  

Maintenance and care191WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDChecking and adding washerfluid Check the washer fluid wheneveryou stop for fuel.If the level is low, ad

Maintenance and care192If the engine coolant reservoir hasbecome completely empty, have theengine cooling system inspectedand refilled by a qualified

Maintenance and care193Check the coolant level in thecoolant reservoir the next fewtimes you drive the vehicle. Ifnecessary, add enough of a 50/50mixt

Maintenance and care194Before adding engine coolant,check the color of the coolant inyour vehicle.For vehicles with greencoolant, use Ford premiumCool

Maintenance and care195Recycled engine coolantFord Motor Company recommendsthat Ford dealers use recycledengine coolant produced byFordĆapproved proce

Maintenance and care196Severe winter climateIf you drive in extremely coldclimates (less than Ć36ºC [Ć34ºF]), itmay be necessary to increase thecoolan

Maintenance and care197How fail-safe cooling worksIf the engine begins to overheat:• the engine coolant temperaturegauge will move to the red area.• t

Maintenance and careWhen fail-safe mode is activated"' (  & !! #")$)! ! & +% " %" $

Maintenance and care199CHECKING AND ADDINGPOWER STEERING FLUIDCheck the power steering fluid.Refer to the ScheduledMaintenance Guide" for the se

IntroductionICONS                

Controls and features20The control light will illuminatewhen the fog lights are in use. The  should be used onlywhen visibility is considerab

Maintenance and care200TRANSAXLE FLUIDChecking automatic transaxlefluidRefer to your "ScheduledMaintenance Guide" for scheduledintervals for

Maintenance and care2013. With the parking brake engagedand your foot on the brake pedal,start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of

Maintenance and care202High fluid levelFluid levels above the safe rangemay result in transaxle failure. Anoverfill condition of transaxle fluidmay ca

Maintenance and care203BATTERYYour vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenanceĆfreebattery which normally does notrequire additional water during

Maintenance and care &"  &    !!!&   !  #!   ! !  $!  $

Maintenance and care205When lifting a plasticĆcasedbattery, excessive pressureon the end walls could cause acidto flow through the vent caps,resulting

Maintenance and care2061. Set your parking brake.2. Put the gearshift in P (Park)(automatic transaxle) or theneutral position (manualtransaxle). Turn

Maintenance and care207WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADESChange the wiper blades on your vehicle at least twice a year or when they seem less effective.Substance

Maintenance and care208INFORMATION ABOUT TIREQUALITY GRADESNew vehicles are fitted with tiresthat have their Tire Quality Grade(described below) molde

Maintenance and care209TreadwearThe treadwear grade is acomparative rating based on thewear rate of the tire when testedunder controlled conditions on

Controls and features21PANEL DIMMER CONTROL This can be adjusted to vary theintensity of the panel lighting.Operates only when the exteriorlights are

Maintenance and care210Temperature A B CThe temperature grades are A (thehighest), B, and C, representing thetire's resistance to the generationo

Maintenance and care211SERVICING YOUR TIRESChecking the tire pressure• Use an accurate tire pressuregauge.• Check the tire pressure whentires are cold

Maintenance and care212Replacing the tiresReplace tires when the wear bandis visible through the tire treads.When replacing full sizetires, never mix

Maintenance and care213SNOW TIRES AND CHAINSSnow tires must be thesame size and grade as thetires you currently have on yourvehicle.The tires on your

Maintenance and care•   %     •  !  "% #%!! !   ! !" %$   

Maintenance and careWHAT YOU SHOULD KNOWABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELSImportant safety precautions        

Maintenance and care216Observe the following guidelineswhen handling automotive fuel:• Extinguish all smoking materialsand any open flames before fuel

Maintenance and care217• Fuels can also be harmful ifabsorbed through the skin. If fuel issplashed on the skin and/orclothing, promptly removecontamin

Maintenance and careFuel filler cap $   $"#   #$(#  ' (%#$"$ $  $ % "

Maintenance and care219Choosing the right fuelUse only UNLEADED FUEL. Theuse of leaded fuel is prohibited bylaw and could damage your vehicle.Your veh

Controls and features22To open the luggage compartmentdoor (lid) from the inside, pull theilluminated T" shaped handle andpush open the door (li

Maintenance and care220Octane recommendationsYour vehicle is designed to useregular" unleaded gasoline with an(R+M)/2 octane rating of 87. We do

Maintenance and care221The American AutomobileManufacturers Association (AAMA)issued a fuel specification toprovide information on high qualityfuels t

Maintenance and careRunning out of fuel# " "!  " " ! !"! % #  # !  

Maintenance and care223ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUELECONOMYMeasuring techniquesYour best source of informationabout actual fuel economy is you,the driver. Y

Maintenance and care224The amount of Empty Reservevaries and should not be reliedupon to increase driving range.When refueling your vehicleafter the f

Maintenance and care225Calculating fuel economy1. Fill the fuel tank completely andrecord the initial odometer reading.2. Each time you fill the tank,

Maintenance and care226Driving style – good driving andfuel economy habitsGive consideration to the lists thatfollow and you may be able tochange a nu

Maintenance and care227• Use of speed control (ifequipped) can improve fueleconomy. Speed control can helpmaintain a constant speed andreduce speed ch

Maintenance and care228Conditions• Heavily loading a vehicle ortowing a trailer will sharplydeteriorate fuel economy at anyspeed.• Carrying unnecessar

Maintenance and care229EPA window stickerEvery new vehicle should have theEPA window sticker. Contact yourdealer if the window sticker is notsupplied

Controls and features23On hot days, thetemperature in the trunkcan rise very quickly and causeinjury or death to any living thing(animal, small child)

Maintenance and care230• Use only unleaded fuel.• Avoid running out of fuel.• Do not turn off the ignition whileyour vehicle is moving, especially ath

Maintenance and care231Illumination of the  warning light,  light or a high enginetemperature, fluid leaks, strangeodors, smo

Maintenance and care232Readiness for inspection/maintenance (I/M) testingIn some localities, it may be a legalrequirement to pass an I/M test ofthe on

Maintenance and careEXTERIOR BULBSReplacing exterior bulbs # !#  #& " ! $#(• "•  

Maintenance and care234To remove the headlamp bulb:1. Make sure that the headlampcontrol is in OFF position.2. Open the hood.3. Rotate the bulb coverc

Maintenance and care                "         #   &q

Maintenance and care236Replacing tail/brake/backuplights and turn signal bulbs(Coupe)1. Open the tailgate.2. From inside the luggagecompartment remove

Maintenance and care237Replacing tail/brake/backuplights and turn signal bulbs(Sedan)1. Open the tailgate.2. From inside the luggagecompartment remove

Maintenance and care238Replacing tail/brake/backuplights and turn signal bulbs(Wagon)1. Open the tailgate.2. With a screw driver remove thefixings and

Maintenance and careHigh-mount brake lamp bulbs ! " !!!  $ # # !%  !  ! !!&

Controls and featuresCLIMATE CONTROLSHeater only systemFan speed control        Temperature control

Maintenance and care240Luggage compartment lightCarefully pry out the light assemblyfrom the holder with a flatĆbladedscrewdriver and remove the bulb.

Maintenance and care241AIMING THE HEADLAMPSThe headlamps on your vehicle areproperly aimed at the assemblyplant.If your vehicle has been in anaccident

Maintenance and care2424. On the wall or screen you willobserve an area of high intensitylight. The top of the high intensityarea should touch the hor

Maintenance and care243CLEANING AND CARING FORYOUR VEHICLERefer to the Customer assistancechapter for a list of FordĆapprovedcleaners, polishes and wa

Maintenance and careWaxing your vehicle# " "          !$      

Maintenance and careCleaning the wheels      "  "    #  # 

Maintenance and care246Cleaning the wiper bladesIf the wiper blades do not wipeproperly, clean the wiper bladerubber element with undilutedwindshield

Maintenance and care247Cleaning the instrument panelClean with a damp cloth, then drywith a dry cloth.Avoid cleaner or polish thatincreases the gloss

Maintenance and careCleaning and maintaining thesafety belts  "  !      &

Maintenance and care249If the leather cannot be completelycleaned using a mild soap andwater solution, the leather may becleaned using a commerciallya

Controls and features25• (Panel) Distributes outside airthrough the instrument panelregisters.• (Panel and Floor) Distributesoutside air through the i

Maintenance and care250Do not use household cleaners,glass cleaner, alcohol solutionsor cleaner intended for vinyl,rubber or plastics. Theseproducts c

Maintenance and careWoodtone trim         Inside windows     

Capacities and specifications252MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent2.0L SPI engine2.0L Zetec-E engineAir filter 98ABĆ9601ĆC( ) 98ABĆ9601ĆC( )Battery BXTĆ

Capacities and specifications253REFILL CAPACITIESFluidFord part nameApplication CapacityBrake fluidHigh performanceDOT 3 brake fluidor DOT 4 brakeflui

Capacities and specifications254LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONSItemFord part name orequivalentFord partnumberFord specificationBrake fluidHigh performanceDOT

Capacities and specifications255ENGINE DATAEngine2.0L SPI engine2.0L Zetec-E engineCubic inches 121 121Horsepower 110 @ 5000 130 @ 5300 rpmTorque 125

Capacities and specifications256SedanVEHICLE DIMENSIONSDimensions mm (in)(1) Overall length 4362-4369 (171.7-172)(2) Overall width 1998 (78.7)(3) Over

Capacities and specifications257CoupeDimensions mm (in)(1) Overall length 4150-4178 (163.3-164.5)(2) Overall width 1998 (78.7)(3) Overall height 1440-

Capacities and specifications258WagonDimensions mm (in)(1) Overall length 4438-4465 (174.7-175.8)(2) Overall width 1998 (78.7)(3a) Overall height (w/o

Capacities and specifications259IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLESafety compliance labelThe National Highway TrafficSafety Administration Regulationsrequire th

Controls and features26Operating Tips• In humid weather, select ā(Defrost) before driving. This willhelp to reduce fogging on yourwindshield. After a

Capacities and specifications260Vehicle identification numberThe vehicle identification number(VIN) is attached to a metal tagand is located on the dr

Customer assistance261GETTING ROADSIDEASSISTANCETo fully assist you should you havea vehicle concern, Ford offers acomplimentary roadside assistancepr

Customer assistance262Ford extended service planYou can get more protection foryour new car or light truck bypurchasing Ford Extended ServicePlan (For

Customer assistance263Getting the service you needAt homeFord Motor Company and Ford ofCanada have authorized dealershipsto service your vehicle. When

Customer assistance264• The date of vehicle purchase • The current odometer reading• The vehicle identification number(VIN)If you still have a complai

Customer assistance265• sales disputes between customerand dealer except those associatedwith warranty repairs or concernswith the vehicle's perf

Customer assistance266To properly review your case, theBoard needs the followinginformation:• legible copies of all documentsand maintenance or repair

Customer assistance267To request a DSBbrochure/applicationFor a brochure/application, speakto your dealer or write/call to theBoard at the followingad

Customer assistance268GETTING ASSISTANCEOUTSIDE THE U.S. ANDCANADABefore exporting your vehicle to aforeign country, contact theappropriate foreign em

Customer assistance269FORD ACCESSORIES FORYOUR VEHICLEFord has many quality productsavailable from your dealer to cleanyour vehicle and protect itsfin

Controls and featuresManual heating and airconditioning system (if equipped)Fan speed control        Te

Customer assistance270Vehicle SecurityRemote keyless entryStyled wheel protector locksVehicle security systemsComfort and convenienceAir conditionerCa

Customer assistance271• The Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) and CanadianRadio TelecommunicationsCommission (CRTC) regulate theuse of mobile com

Reporting safety defects272REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS(U.S. ONLY)If you believe that your vehicle hasa defect that could cause a crash, orcould cause inj

Index273 PageABS warning lamp 130...Accessories 269...Adding brake fluid 189...Adding engine coolant 192...Adding

Index274 PageChildren and safety belts 109...Chimes 15...Climate controls 24...Clutch fluid 189...Compo

Index275 PageFuel gauge 18...Fuel level 12...Fuel pump shutĆoff switch 158...Fuel quality 220...Fuel

Index276 PageKey programming 73...KeyĆinĆignition warning chime 15..Lamps, replacing bulbs 233...Lights, warning and indicator 8...Lo

Index277 PageRadio 33...Reading lamps 60...Rear window defroster 32...Recycled engine coolant 195...Refill ca

Index278 PageTachometer 17...Temperature control 24, 27...Temperature gauge 16...Tilt steering wheel 54...Tires,

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Controls and features28The air conditioning functions in allmodes if the outside temperature is4°C (40°F) or higher.Since the air conditioner removesc

Filling station information280Item InformationRecommended fuel Unleaded fuel only - 87 octaneFuel tank capacity 50 L (13.2 gallons)Engine oil capacity

Controls and features29• ā (Floor and defrost)Distributes air through thewindshield defroster ducts and thefloor ducts. Heating and airconditioning ca

Introduction3WARNINGSProvide information which mayreduce the risk of personal injuryand prevent possible damage toothers, your vehicle and itsequipmen

Controls and features30Air conditioning control(if equipped)Press the control to turn on or off.The control light in the switchindicates operation.Thi

Controls and features31• Remove any snow, ice or leavesfrom the air intake area (at thebottom of the windshield under thehood).• If the vehicle has be

Controls and featuresREAR WINDOW DEFROSTER   ""           

Controls and featuresAUDIO SYSTEMAnti-theft protection panel             

Controls and features34Replacement panelsYour Ford Dealer will require thefollowing if you need to order areplacement panel:1. Your name and address.2

Controls and featuresRadio reception  !  ! ! $% !" ! ! ! ! !! # $ ! $ 

Controls and features   

Controls and featuresOn/Off    Volume control    Sound adjustments   

Controls and features38Waveband selector (AM/FM)Press repeatedly during radioreception to select AM, FM1 orFM2. The display indicates theselection mad

Controls and features394500N AND 4600N AUDIO CONTROLSThe 4500 radio/cassette is compatible with a CD changer.Automaticmusic searchOn/Off andVolumecont

Introduction4Vehicle symbol glossaryThese are some of the symbols youmay have on your vehicle.Safety AlertSee Owner's GuideFasten Safety Belt Air

Controls and features40The 4600 radio/ CD player is compatible with a CD changer.CD ejectOn/Off andVolumecontrolCD controlClockScantuningFade/Balancec

Controls and features41On/offPress for on/off. This button canalso operate the radio for up to onehour with the ignition turned off.The radio automati

Controls and features42Fade/Balance controlPress FADE/BAL" once for fade(front to rear) or twice for balance(left to right), and use the volumec

Controls and features43Waveband selector (AM/FM)• Press repeatedly during radioreception to select AM, FM1, FM2or AutoStore (see ). T

Controls and features44Station preset buttonsSelect a waveband (FM or AM) andtune to the station required. Pressand hold one of the preset buttons.Whe

Controls and features45MENU button (main features) –radioUse the MENU button to accessmain menu features and the SEEKbutton for adjustment.Manual tuni

Controls and features464500N Units onlyTape control buttonsInsert a tape and playback willautomatically override radio or CD.TAPE A" or TAPE B&

Controls and features47Tape side selectionDuring tape playback, press bothand buttons partially in tochange the tape side being played.Tape ejectPress

Controls and features48MENU button (main features) –tapeUse the MENU button to accessmain menu features, and the SEEKbutton for adjustment.Dolby Br no

Controls and features494600N units onlyCD Playback(8cm and 12cm CDs can be played)CD playback starts and radioreception is interrupted, when a CDis in

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Controls and features50Fast forward/reversePress and holdASEEK or SEEK"to search backwards or forwardsacross the tracks on the disc.Scan modePres

Controls and features51CD care and maintenanceFor best possible sound quality, useCDs that are clean and in goodcondition.CD error codesCodes may be s

Controls and features52Random track playback (SHUF)Press the MENU button until adisplay like the one shown oppositeappears. Then use the SEEKbutton to

Controls and features53• When selected, AutomaticVolume Control increases ordecreases the audio unit's volumelevel to compensate for engine andro

Controls and featuresTILT AND TELESCOPESTEERING(if equipped)              

Controls and featuresWINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHERCONTROL               

Controls and features56SPEED CONTROL (if equipped)To turn speed control on• Press ON.Vehicle speed cannot be controlleduntil the vehicle is travelling

Controls and features57To set a speed• Press SET ACC. For speedcontrol to operate, the speedcontrol must be ON and the vehiclespeed must be greater th

Controls and features58To set a higher speed• Press and hold SET ACC. Releasethe control when the desiredvehicle speed is reached, or• press and relea

Controls and features59To disengage speed control• Depress the brake pedal or• depress the clutch pedal (ifequipped).Disengaging the speed control wil

Instrumentation6Page 21LuggagecompartmentcontrolPage 20, 54Directionindicators/high beamPage 8-18InstrumentclusterPage 55Wiper leverPage 56-59Speed co

Controls and featuresDOME LAMPS         •           

Controls and featuresPOWER WINDOWS (if equipped)          •      

Controls and features62POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORSThe control can be swiveled andturned.Turn the control counterclockwiseto adjust the driver's side

Controls and features63LUGGAGE COVERCoupeDetach the lifting straps on theliftgate. Release the cover at thesides and pull it out horizontallywithout t

Controls and features64POSITIVE RETENTION FLOORMAT (if equipped)Position the floor mat so that theeyelet is over the pointed end ofthe retention post

Controls and featuresUnlocking the doors          "     

Controls and features66Opening the luggagecompartment Press the control once or twice(depending on when the vehiclewas built) to open the luggagecompa

Controls and features67Illuminated entryThe interior lamps will illuminatewhen the remote entry system isused to unlock the door(s).The illuminated en

Controls and features682. Place the positive (+) side ofnew battery in the sameorientation. Refer to the diagraminside the transmitter unit.3. Snap th

Controls and features692. Turn the ignition lock from OFF(2) to ON (3) at least 4 times in6 seconds.3. Switch off the ignition.Now the control module

Instrumentation7Page 32Hazard flasherPage 33-53Electronic sound systemPage 24-31Climate controlsPage 32Rear window defrostcontrolPage 30Air conditioni

Controls and featuresPERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM(if equipped)  " "("" !&!"%   $" &#

Controls and features71SECURILOCKT PASSIVEANTI-THEFT SYSTEMYour vehicle is equipped with acodedĆkey antiĆtheft system. Onlythe correct key will be abl

Controls and features72The SecuriLockT passive antiĆtheftsystem is not compatible withaftermarket remote start systems.Use of these systems may result

Controls and features73Theft indicatorWhen the ignition is turned to ONor START, the theft indicator onthe instrument panel will light forthree second

Controls and features74Procedure to program spareSecuriLockT keysNew SecuriLockT keys must havethe correct mechanical key cut foryour vehicle.Conventi

Controls and features751. Insert the first previouslyprogrammed SecuriLockT key intothe ignition and turn the ignitionfrom OFF (2) to ON (3) (maintain

Controls and features76If the programming procedure wassuccessful, the new SecuriLockTkey(s) will start the vehicle'sengine. The theft indicator

Seating and safety restraints77SEATINGNever adjust the driver'sseat or seatback when thevehicle is moving.Adjustable head restraintsYour vehicle

Seating and safety restraints78Turn the handle to adjust theheight of the seat.Lift the control to adjust the angleof the seatback.Folding the seat fo

Seating and safety restraintsFolding the rear seat cushionforward            

Instrumentation8INSTRUMENT CLUSTERWARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESCheck engineYour vehicle is equipped with acomputer that monitors theengine's emission

Seating and safety restraints80Returning the rear seatback toan upright positionFold back the seatback until itlocks with a distinct click". Do

Seating and safety restraintsSAFETY RESTRAINTSSafety restraints precautions!"     !"     

Seating and safety restraints82It is extremely dangerous toride in a cargo area, insideor outside of a vehicle. In acollision, people riding in thesea

Seating and safety restraints                !

Seating and safety restraints84BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLYMUST BE REPLACED if the seatbelt assembly automatic lockingretractor feature or any other se

Seating and safety restraints85Safety belt pretensionerYour vehicle is equipped with safetybelt pretensioners at the driver andfront passenger seating

Seating and safety restraints86When to use the automaticlocking mode• When a tight lap/shoulder fit isdesired.•  a child safety seat isinstalle

Seating and safety restraintsFront safety belt heightadjustment   !        

Seating and safety restraintsSafety belt warning light andwarning chime           

Seating and safety restraints89Belt Minder (if equipped)The Belt Minder feature is asupplemental warning to the safetybelt warning function. This feat

Instrumentation9The   indicator lightilluminates when the ignition is firstturned to the ON position to checkthe bulb. If it comes on after

Seating and safety restraints90The purpose of the Belt Minder isto remind occasional wearers towear safety belts all of the time.The following are rea

Seating and safety restraints91Reasons given...Consider...Belts wrinkle my clothes" Possibly, but a serious crash can domuch more than wrinkle y

Seating and safety restraints92Do not sit on top of abuckled safety belt to avoidthe Belt Minder chime. Sitting onthe safety belt will increase theris

Seating and safety restraints93• the driver's safety belt isunbuckled.• the parklamps/headlamps are inOFF position.To reduce the risk of injury,d

Seating and safety restraints946. Within seven seconds of the  warning light turningoff, buckle then unbuckle the safetybelt.• This will dis

Seating and safety restraints95Safety belt extension assemblyIf the safety belt is too short, evenwhen fully extended, 20 cm(8 inches) can be added to

Seating and safety restraints96Safety belt maintenanceInspect the safety belt systemsperiodically to make sure they workproperly and are not damaged.I

Seating and safety restraints97AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTALRESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)Important supplementalrestraint system (SRS)precautionsThe supplemental restr

Seating and safety restraints98NHTSA recommends aminimum distance of atleast 25 cm (ten [10] inches)between an occupant's chest andthe air bag mo

Seating and safety restraints99Children and air bagsFor additional important safetyinformation, read all information onsafety restraints in this guide