Ford 2002 Crown Victoria v.1 Manuel d'utilisateur

Introduction 4Congratulations 4Safety and environment protection 5Symbol glossary 8Instrument Cluster 10Warning and control lights 10Gauges 17Entertai

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A wa

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

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

Key informationYour vehicle is supplied with twocoded keys. Only a coded key willstart your vehicle. Spare coded keyscan be purchased from yourdealers

If your keys are lost or stolen youwill need to do the following:• Use your spare key to start thevehicle, or• Have your vehicle towed to adealership

1. Insert the first previouslyprogrammed coded key into theignition and turn the ignition from 3(OFF) to 4 (ON) (maintain ignitionin 4 (ON) for at lea

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 the control to recline theseatback forward or backward.Press to move the seat forward orbackward.Press to move the front portion ofthe seat cush

Adjusting the power seats – seat mounted controlsNever adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving.Always drive and ride with your

Check engineIlluminates briefly to ensure thesystem is functional. If it comes onafter the engine is started, one ofthe engine’s emission controlsyste

• Restraints Control Module (RCM) with impact and safing sensors.• Restraint system warning light and back-up tone.• The electrical wiring for the air

Driver’s seat position sensorThe driver’s seat position sensor allows your Personal safety system totailor the deployment level of the driver dual-sta

Front safety belt usage sensorsThe front safety belt usage sensors detect whether or not the driver andfront outboard passenger safety belts are faste

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the Personalsafety system serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technicianimmediately

Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety beltassembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue thatare designed to be used as

The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle arecombination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger and rear seatoutboard safety b

• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is extracted.• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a cli

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

The lap belt does not adjustautomatically. Insert the tongue intothe correct buckle (the buckleclosest to the direction the tongue iscoming from). To

Conditions of operationIf... Then...The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the ONposition...The safety belt war

Check fuel capIlluminates when the fuel cap is notinstalled correctly. Check the fuelcap for proper installation. Whenthe fuel filler cap is properlyr

If... Then...The driver’s safety belt isbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the ONposition...The BeltMinder feature will notactivate.The pu

Reasons given... Consider...“Belts wrinkle my clothes” Possibly, but a serious crash can domuch more than wrinkle your clothes,particularly if you are

• the ignition switch is in the OFF position• all vehicle doors are closed• the driver’s safety belt is unbuckled• the parklamps/headlamps are in OFF

Safety belt extension assemblyIf the safety belt is too short when fully extended, there is a 20 cm(8 inch) safety belt extension assembly that can be

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

If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not functionagain and must be replaced immediately. If the air bag is notreplaced, the unrepaired area w

SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDRENSee the following sections for directions on how to properly use safetyrestraints for children. Also see Air bag supplem

Safety beltIlluminates to remind you to fastenyour safety belts. For moreinformation, refer to the Seatingand safety restraints chapter.Air bag readin

To improve the fit of lap and shoulder belts on children who haveoutgrown child safety seats, Ford recommends use of a belt-positioningbooster seat th

When installing a child safety seat:• Review and follow the informationpresented in the Air BagSupplemental Restraint System(SRS) section in this chap

Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder beltseating positionsAir bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place ar

3. While holding the shoulder andlap belt portions together, route thetongue through the child seataccording to the child seatmanufacturer’s instructi

7. Pull the lap belt portion acrossthe child seat toward the buckle andpull up on the shoulder belt whilepushing down with your knee on thechild seat.

5. Push down on the child seat while pulling on the loose end of the lapbelt webbing to tighten the belt.6. Before placing the child into the child se

3. Locate the correct anchor for theselected seating position.4. Open the tether anchor cover.5. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown.If the te

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning.2. LOCK, lo

Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosedareas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage doorbefore you start the en

5. Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (START).If there is difficulty in turning thekey, firmly rotate the steering wheelleft and right

Traction ControlY active (if equipped)Illuminates when the TractionControly system is active. It will belit for a minimum of four seconds orfor the du

3. If the temperature is below -12° C (10° F) and the engine does notstart in 15 seconds on the first try, turn the key OFF and wait 10seconds and try

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known tothe State of California to cause ca

heard during this test. This is normal. If a malfunction is found, the ABSwarning light will come on. If the vehicle has continuous vibration orshudde

With the ABS light on, the anti-lockbrake system is disabled and normalbraking is still effective unless thebrake warning light also remainsilluminate

3. Move the gearshift from the P (Park) position to one of the forwardgears (the parking brake will not release automatically when you shiftinto rever

If you should become stuck in snowor ice or on a very slippery roadsurface, try switching the TractionControly system off. This may allowexcess wheel

Speed sensitive steering (except police vehicles)The steering in your vehicle is speed sensitive. At high speeds, steeringassist will decrease to impr

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)Brake-shift interlockThis vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that preventsthe gear

Driving with a 4–speed automatic transmissionUnderstanding gearshift positionsTo put your vehicle in gear, start the engine, depress the brake pedal,t

OverdriveThe normal driving position for thebest fuel economy. Transmissionoperates in gears one through four.If your vehicle is equipped with acolumn

Turn signalsIlluminates when the turn signals orthe hazard lights are turned on. Ifthe lights stay on continuously orflash faster, check for a burned-

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

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

• GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating): Maximum permissablecombined weight of the towing vehicle (including occupants andcargo) and the loaded trailer.

TRAILER TOWINGYour vehicle is classified as a light duty towing vehicle. Do not tow atrailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 3 200 km (2 0

Trailer brakesElectric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes aresafe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’sspeci

Trailer towing tips• Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip toget the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turni

RECREATIONAL TOWING (ALL WHEELS ON THE GROUND)Follow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to towyour vehicle with all four wheels

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCETo fully assist if you should have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Companyoffers a complimentary roadside assistance program.

If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain reimbursementinformation, U.S

The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated on the left side of the trunkbehind the left rear tail light and thetrunk liner.Use the following procedure to

Trunk ajarIf the trunk is not completelyclosed, this light comes on whenyou turn the ignition to ON. Withthe ignition ON, this light will flashfive ti

FUSES AND RELAYSFusesIf electrical components in thevehicle are not working, a fuse mayhave blown. Blown fuses areidentified by a broken wire withinth

Passenger compartment fuse panelThe fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel bythe brake pedal. Remove the panel cover to acc

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description8 25A Power Train Control Module(PCM) Power Relay, Coil-on-Plugs, Radio Noi

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description23 15A Power Windows/Door Locks,PATS, Exterior Rear View Mirrors,EATC Modul

The high-current fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription1 20A* Electric Fuel Pump Relay2 30A* Gen

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription10 50A** See Fuses 1, 2, 6, 7, 10, 11, 13and Circuit Breaker 1411 50A** See Fuses 4,

If you use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not followthese precautions, the tire could fail, causing you to lose controlof the vehicle, po

2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park),turn engine OFF and block thediagonally opposite wheel.3. Remove the spare tire and thejack. The jack could be lo

5. Locate pry off notch (ifequipped) and remove the centerornament from the aluminum wheelwith the tapered end of the wheelnut wrench that came with y

To lessen risk of personnalinjury, do not put any partof your body under the vehiclewhile changing a tire. Do not startthe engine when your vehicle is

GAUGESStandard instrument cluster gaugesOptional instrument cluster gaugesEngine coolant temperature gaugeIndicates the temperature of the engine cool

JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLEThe gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames,sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury

Connecting the jumper cables1. Connect the positive (+) booster cable to the positive (+) terminal ofthe discharged battery.Note: In the illustrations

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

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

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDAt homeFord Motor Company and Ford of Canada have authorized dealerships toservice your vehicle. It is preferred that you

In Canada:Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E41-800-565-3673 (FORD)If you own a Lin

In some states (in the U.S.) you must directly notify Ford in writingbefore pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is alsoallowed a

THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY)The Dispute Settlement Board is:• an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes• avail

• Standard instrument cluster• Optional instrument clusterThis gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not thecoolant level. If the coo

Board membershipThe Board consists of:• three consumer representatives• a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representativeConsumer candidates for Boa

You will receive a letter of explanation if your application does notqualify for Board review.Oral presentationsIf you would like to make an oral pres

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY)In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford andthe dealer to resolve a

GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADABefore exporting your vehicle to a foreign country, contact theappropriate foreign embassy or consulate.

Or call:For a free publication catalog, order toll free: 1-800-782-4356Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. EST(Items in this catalog may be purchased

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

WASHING THE EXTERIOR OF YOUR VEHICLENever wash a vehicle that is “hot tothe touch” or during exposure tostrong, direct sunlight. It isrecommended that

REPAIRING PAINT CHIPSRemove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tarspots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing p

CLEANING THE ENGINEEngines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing:• Th

WASHING NON-PAINTED PLASTIC EXTERIOR PARTSUse Detail Wash (ZC-3–A) for routine cleaning.If tar or grease spots are present, clean with Extra Strength

Battery voltage gauge (if equipped)Indicates battery voltage. If thepointer moves and stays outside thenormal operating range (asindicated), have the

CLEANING THE INSTRUMENT PANELClean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth.Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss

CLEANING LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)All Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles with leather seating surfaces havea clear, protective coating over the leat

FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTSYour Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality products availableto clean your vehicle and protect i

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 on1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P(Park).2. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle

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

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDWasher fluidCheck the washer fluid wheneveryou stop for fuel. The reservoir ishighlighted with asymbol.If the level is low, add

5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level indicator (dipstick).6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain.•

• Do not overfill the enginewith oil. Oil levels above thismark may cause enginedamage. If the engine isoverfilled, some oil must be removed from the

Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, oil treatments or enginetreatments. They are unnecessary and could, under certain conditions,lead to eng

Locks and Security 91Keys 91Locks 91Anti-theft system 93Seating and Safety Restraints 105Seating 105Safety restraints 109Air bags 124Child restraints

SpeedometerIndicates the current vehicle speed.• Standard instrument cluster• Optional instrument clusterOdometerRegisters the total kilometers (miles

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

6. With your foot on the brake pedal and with the A/C on, put thevehicle in D (Drive) and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.7. Drive th

• Boiling protection up to 129° C (265° F).• Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion.• Enables calibrated gauges to work properly.When th

Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluidcontainer. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant couldmake it difficult to see through

reservoir when the engine is cool. Add the proper mixture of coolant andwater to the “cold full” level. For all other vehicles, which have a coolantde

Recycled engine coolantFord Motor Company recommends the use of a recycled engine coolantproduced by Ford-approved processes in vehicles originally eq

If you drive in extremely hot climates:• It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentrationabove 40%.• NEVER decrease the coolant concentrati

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

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

• Optional instrument clusterRefer to Electronic Message Center in the Driver controls chapter forinformation on how to switch the display from metric

• 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

Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your vehicle wasnot designed may not be covered by your warranty.Octane recommendationsYour v

Cleaner airFord endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines toimprove air quality.Running out of fuelAvoid running out of fuel becaus

The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and theempty reserve combined. Indicated capacity is the difference in theamount of fu

5. Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fueleconomy:Multiply liters used by 100, then divide by total kilometerstraveled.Divide

Maintenance• Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size.• Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fueleconomy

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMYour vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and acatalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to co

engine. This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune upspecifications.Please consult your Warranty Guide for complete emission warran

2. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right severaltimes.3. Turn the engine off.4. Check the fluid level in thereservoir. It sho

AM/FM STEREOVolume/power controlPress the control to turn the audiosystem on or off.Turn the control to raise or lowervolume.If the volume is set abov

2. Visually inspect the fluid level.3. If necessary, add brake fluid froma clean un-opened container untilthe level reaches MAX. Do not fillabove this

2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake.3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal,start the engin

The transmission fluid should be inthis range if at ambient temperature(10°C-35°C [50°F-95°F]).High fluid levelFluid levels above the safe rangemay re

AIR FILTER MAINTENANCERefer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervalsfor changing the air filter element.When changing the air

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADINGNew vehicles are fitted with tiresthat have a rating on them calledTire Quality Grades. The Qualitygrade

The traction grade assigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not includeacceleration, cornering, hydroplaning o

Tire rotationBecause your vehicle’s tires perform different jobs, they often weardifferently. To make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer, rot

Replacing the tiresReplace the tires when the wearband is visible through the tiretreads.When replacing full size tires, never mix radial bias-belted,

Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains:• Use only cable type chains offered by Ford as an accessory orequivalent on vehicles with al

REFILL CAPACITIESFluid Ford Part Name CapacityEngine oil (includesfilter change)Motorcraft SAE 5W-20Super Premium MotorOil4.7L (5.0 quarts)Brake fluid

Bass adjustThe bass adjust control allows youto increase or decrease the audiosystem’s bass output.Press the TONE control once, thenuse the volume kno

the dipstick’s normal operating range. Police or Handling Package refillcapacity-12.1L (12.8 quarts).4Add the coolant type originally equipped in your

Item Ford partnameFord partnumberFordspecificationHinges, latches,striker plates,fuel filler doorhinge and seattracksMulti-PurposeGreaseXG-4orF5AZ-19G

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 ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford, Lincol

Comfort and convenienceCargo netsCargo organizerElectrochromic compass mirrorElectrochromic compass mirror with temperature displayEngine block heater

• The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian RadioTelecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobilecommunications systems

AAir bag supplementalrestraint system ...124and child safety seats ...126description ...124di

instrument panel ...190interior ...190plastic parts ...189safety belts ...

Seek function in radio mode• Press to find the nextlistenable station down thefrequency band.• Pressto find the nextlistenable station up thefrequency

Engine oil ...196change oil soon warning,message center ...196checking and adding ...196

warning chime ...16Heating ...57heating and air conditioningsystem ...

Lubricant specifications ...230, 232Lumbar support, seats ...107MMessage center ...84reset button ...

SecuriLock passive anti-theftsystem ...101–103Servicing your vehicle ...193Spark plugs,specifications ...

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Setting the clockPress CLK to toggle between listeningfrequencies and clock mode.To set the hour, press and hold theCLK control until CLOCK SETappears

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

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

Treble adjustThe treble adjust control allows youto increase or decrease the audiosystem’s treble output.Speaker balance adjustSpeaker sound distribut

Seek function in radio mode• Press to find the nextlistenable station down thefrequency band.• Pressto find the nextlistenable station up thefrequency

Cleaning 186Cleaning your vehicle 186Underbody preservation 191Maintenance and Specifications 193Hood 194Engine compartment 195Engine oil 196Battery 1

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

When in clock mode, the media information will display for 10 seconds,when the radio is turned on, and then revert to clock information. Anytime that

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

Dolbyt noise reduction is manufactured under license from DolbytLaboratories Licensing Corporation. “Dolbyt” and the double-D symbolare registered tra

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 function in radio mode• Press to find the nextlistenable station down thefrequency band.• Pressto find the nextlistenable station up the frequenc

AM/FM select in radio modeThe AM/FM control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands.Press the control to switch between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory pr

Press the SEEK control:•to decrease hours and•to increase hours.To set the minute, press and holdthe CLK control.Press the TUNE control:•to decrease m

CD selectTo begin CD play (if CD[s] areloaded), press the CD control. Thefirst track of the disc will beginplaying. After that, CD play willbegin wher

Shuffle featureThe shuffle feature operates in CDchanger mode (if equipped) andplays all tracks on the current discin random order.Press the SHUFFLE c

The following warning may be required by California law:CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain

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

Speaker balance adjustSpeaker sound distribution can beadjusted between the right and leftspeakers.Press the BAL control. Use the SELcontrol to adjust

Seek function for CD changer• Press to seek to the previoustrack of the current disc. If aselection has been playing forthree seconds or more and you

AM/FM select in radio modeThe AM/FM control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands.Press the control to toggle between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory pr

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

Tune adjust for CD changer• Press to select the previousdisc in the CD changer. (Play willbegin on the first track of thedisc unless the CD changer is

Fast forwardThe fast forward control works intape and CD modes (if equipped).• In the tape mode, tape directionwill automatically reverse whenthe end

Compression featureCompression adjust brings soft andloud CD passages together for amore consistent listening level.Press the COMP control to activate

Use the SEL control to enable (ON)or disable (OFF) the feature. Withthe RDS activated, press the SELcontrol to scroll through thefollowing selections:

• Soft• Top 40Show• With RDS activated, press theRDS control until SHOW isdisplayed.• Use the SEL control to selectTYPE (the display shows theprogram

Fuel pump shut-off switch In the event of an accident thesafety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to theengine. The switch can also be

3. Turn the magazine (A) over.4. Using the disc holder releaseknob (C), pull the disc holder (B)out of the magazine.If you pull too hard on the disc h

Ensure that the disc holder isevenly inserted and at the samelevel as the magazine (A). The unitwill not operate if the disc holder isnot inserted at

CLEANING COMPACT DISCSInspect all discs for contamination before playing. If necessary, cleandiscs only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the

RADIO RECEPTION FACTORSThree factors can affect radio reception:• Distance/strength. The further an FM signal travels, the weaker it is.The listenable

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED)Fan speed controlControls the volume of air circulatedin the vehicle.Temperature control knobCo

• NORM A/C – Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. It is quieter thanMAX A/C but not as economical. Airflow will be from the instrumentpanel registers

• Under normal weather conditions, your vehicle’s climate controlsystem should be left in any position other than the MAX A/C or OFFwhen the vehicle i

ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (EATC)SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)The EATC system will maintain aselected temperature andautomatically control airflo

If unusual conditions exist (i.e.-window fogging, etc.), the manualoverride controls allow you to select airflow locations and the fan controlallows y

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

SPECIAL NOTICESEmission warrantyThe New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-BumperCoverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and

• NORM A/C-Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. The temperaturedisplay will remain the same and air will be cooled based on theselected temperature.

If the selected temperature is changed while the outside temperature isdisplayed, the new temperature will be displayed for four seconds after itis ch

• Don’t put objects under the front seat that will interfere with theairflow to the rear seats.• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake ar

HEADLAMP CONTROLRotate the headlamp control to thefirst position to turn on the parkinglamps. Rotate to the second positionto also turn on the headlam

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)Turns the highbeam headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate:• the key must be in the ON position,• the

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

MAP/COURTESY LAMPSTo turn on the map lamps, press thecontrol next to each lamp.BULBSReplacing exterior bulbsCheck the operation of the following lamps

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

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

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbsThe park/turn lamp bulbs can be replaced with out removing theheadlamp assembly.1. Make sure headlamp sw

Notice to owners of natural gas fueled vehiclesBefore you drive your vehicle, be sure to read the “Natural Gas VehicleOwner’s Guide Supplement.” This

5. Pull the bulb from the socket andpush in the new bulb.6. Install the bulb socket into thelamp assembly by rotating itclockwise.7. Install the lamp

Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs1. Remove two screws from thelamp assembly.2. Carefully lift the lamp assemblyup for access to the bulbs.3. Carefu

WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLSRotate the windshield wiper controlto the desired interval, low or highspeed position.The bars of varying length are f

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

AUXILIARY POWER POINTThe auxiliary power point is located under the instrument panel on theleft hand side of the front passenger foot well. This outle

Express down• Press AUTO and release quickly.The window will open fully.Depress again to stop windowoperation.Window lockThe window lock feature allow

Heated outside mirrors (if equipped)Both mirrors are heatedautomatically to remove ice, mistand fog when the rear windowdefrost is activated.Do not re

seconds, then display all segments until the magnetized item is removed.If a “C” is displayed, refer to Compass calibration adjustment.Most geographic

Compass calibration adjustmentPerform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures andhigh voltage lines.1. Start the vehicle.2. Press a

SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)To turn speed control on• Press ON.Vehicle speed cannot be controlleduntil the vehicle is traveling at orabove 48 km/h (30

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-

To set a speed• Press SET ACCEL. For speedcontrol to operate, the speedcontrol must be ON and thevehicle speed must be greaterthan 48 km/h (30 mph).If

To set a higher set speed• Press and hold SET ACCEL.Release the control when thedesired vehicle speed is reachedor• Press and release SET ACCEL tooper

To disengage speed control• Depress the brake pedal.Disengaging the speed control willnot erase the previouslyprogrammed set speed.Pressing OFF will e

Indicator light (if equipped)This light comes on when either theSET ACCEL or RES controls arepressed. It turns off when the speedcontrol OFF control i

ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTERThe electronic message center onlyworks when the ignition is in theON position.The message center allows you to:• see problem

SelectEach press of the SELECT controlwill select a different function.• Press the right side of the controlto advance the function to theright.• Pres

The message center will remain inthe DTE function until the SELECTcontrol is pressed to changefunctions.Displayed DTE will not be equal toAVG ECON mul

TRIP A and TRIP BThese two functions allow you tosee how far you have traveled sinceyou last reset. Trip A and Trip B arecompletely independent and mu

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

FUEL DOOR RELEASEYour vehicle is equipped with alocking fuel door. To open the door,press the control located on thedoor.Fuel filler door override rel

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

CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. Theseinclude:• Utility compartment• Power point (rear of

KEYSThe key operates all locks on yourvehicle. In case of loss, replacementkeys are available from your dealer.You should always carry a secondkey wit

Childproof door locksWhen these locks are set, the reardoors cannot be opened from theinside. The rear doors can beopened from the outside when thedoo

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

Unlocking the doorsPress this control to unlock thedriver’s door. The interior lamps willilluminate.Press the control a second timewithin five seconds

7. After a five to ten second delay, the door locks will cycle lock/unlockto confirm successful programming.8. Turn the ignition to OFF.This feature c

Replacing the batteryThe remote transmitter is powered by one coin type three-volt lithiumbattery CR2032 or equivalent. Typical operating range will a

To reprogram the transmittersyourself, place the key in theignition and turn from 2 (LOCK) to3 (OFF) and cycle between 3 (OFF)and 4 (ON) four times in

Deactivating/activating the autolock featureBefore following the procedure, make sure that the ignition is OFF andall vehicle doors are closed.Automat

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEMWith the keyless entry keypad, youcan:• lock or unlock the vehicle doorswithout using the key• open trunk• disable/enable horn chi