Ford 2003 Explorer Sport Trac v.3 Manuel d'utilisateur

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 10Warning and control lights 10Gauges 13Entertainment Systems 16AM/FM stereo with CD 16AM/FM stereo cassette with CD

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

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 seat in the second row center seatingposition with an automatic locking retractor1. Place the child safety seat in the center

Attach the tether strap onlyto the appropriate tetheranchor as shown. The tether strapmay not work properly if attachedsomewhere other than the correc

4. Slide open the tether anchorcover.5. Clip the tether strap to theanchor and return the seat back toits locked position. For Adrenalinvehicles fixed

If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a childbeing injured in a collision greatly increases.Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lowe

The lower anchors for child seatinstallation are located at the rearsection of the rear seat between thecushion and seat back.Follow the child seat ma

STARTING YOUR VEHICLEPositions of the ignition1. ACCESSORY, electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning.2. LOCK,

Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dryground cover. The emission system heats up the enginecompartment and exhaust system,

• Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park).If starting a vehicle with a manualtransmission:1. Make sure the parking brake isset.2. Push the clutch pedal

• If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the light may not illuminate.Starting the engine1. Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (STAR

Check fuel cap: Illuminates whenthe fuel cap may not be properly installed. Continued driving with thislight on may cause the Check Engine warning lig

BRAKESOccasional brake noise is normal. If a metal-to-metal, continuous grindingor continuous squeal sound is present, the brake linings may be worn-o

Parking brakeTo set the parking brake (1), pressthe parking brake pedal down untilthe pedal stops.The BRAKE warning lamp willilluminate and will remai

TRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED)This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly whenone wheel is on a poor traction surface. Under

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

Driving with a 5–speed automatic transmission (if equipped)Your transmission is equipped with an adaptive learning strategy found inthe vehicle comput

(Overdrive)The normal driving position for thebest fuel economy. Transmissionoperates in gears one throughfive.(Overdrive) can bedeactivated by pressi

If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snowIf your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, it may be rocked out byshifting from forward and reverse gears, st

Recommended shift speedsDownshift according to the following charts for your specificengine/drivetrain combination:Upshifts when accelerating (recomme

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)For important information regarding safe operation of this typeof vehicle, see Preparing to drive your v

4X4 HIGH - Used for extra traction such as in snow or icy roads or inoff-road situations. Not intended for use on dry pavement.4X4 LOW - Uses extra ge

Safety belt: Reminds you to fastenyour safety belt. A chime will alsosound to remind you to fasten yoursafety belt.Charging system: Illuminates whenth

You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area beforedriving. Map out your route before driving in the area. To maintainsteering and b

Do not spin the wheels at over 56 km/h (35 mph). The tires mayfail and injure a passenger or bystander.Emergency maneuvers• In an unavoidable emergenc

ParkingOn some 4WD vehicles, when the transfer case is in the N (Neutral)position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest ofthe dr

“Tread Lightly” is an educationalprogram designed to increase publicawareness of land-use regulationsand responsibilities in our nationswilderness are

If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brakes steadily. Do not“pump” the brakes.Driving on snow and ice4WD vehicles can skid like any other v

not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. Driving through deepwater where the transmission vent tube is submerged may allowwater into the transmi

Remember to figure in the tongue load of your loaded trailer whenfiguring the total weight.The Safety Certification Label, located on the driver’s doo

Calculating the load your vehicle can carry/tow1. Use the appropriate maximum GCWR chart (in the Trailer Towingsection in this chapter) for your type

4x2 w/automatic transmissionGCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer weightsEngineRearaxleratioMaximumGCWR-kg(lbs.)Trailer WeightRange-kg(lbs.)0-Ma

4x4 w/automatic transmissionGCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer WeightsEngineRearaxleratioMaximumGCWR - kg(lbs.)Trailer WeightRange(0-Maximum)

Speed control: Illuminates whenthe speed control is activated. Turnsoff when the speed control systemis deactivated.Turn signal: Illuminates when thel

Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailerweight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result inengine damage, transmission dam

Never connect any trailer lighting to the vehicle’s taillampcircuits, because it may damage the electrical system resulting infire. Contact your local

• Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. If you mustpark on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer’s wheels.Launching or retri

4x2 vehicles with an automatic transmission and 4x4 vehicleswith an automatic transmission but without the Neutral tow kitaccessory:• Release parking

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCETo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers 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

This switch is located in the frontpassenger’s footwell, by the kickpanel access cover.To reset the switch:1. Turn the ignition OFF.2. Check the fuel

Standard fuse amperage rating and colorCOLORFuseratingMinifusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge2A Grey Grey ———3A Violet Vio

The fuses are:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description1 5A Mirrors, Autolamp2 7.5A Cluster, Autolamp. GenericElectr

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description9 7.5A Speed control, Anti-lock BrakeSystem (ABS), 4x4, PowertrainControl M

Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolanttemperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range (between “

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description30 25A Seats31 5A Instrument panel dimming(XLS)/Rear audio control (XLT)32

The high-current fuses are:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description1 50ACartridgefuseFuse panel2 50ACartridgefuseUltimate Au

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description7 30ACartridgefusePowertrain control8 – Not used9 – Not used10 – Not used11 50ACartr

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description26 – Not used27 20A MinifuseRear power point28 30A Minifuse4WABS module29 15A Minifu

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution Box Description47A 20A CircuitbreakerWindows47B – Not used48 – Window safety relay49 – Starter rela

Spare tire informationThe spare tire can be used as a spare or a regular tire.Location of the spare tire and toolsThe spare tire and tools for your ve

Removing the spare tire1. Assemble the jack handle with the spade end to the lug wrench asshown in the illustration.• To assemble, depress button ands

Stowing the jack and tools1. Install the jack handles into theclips.2. Install the lug wrench ensuringthat the square hole is over the pegon the brack

Before changing the tire:1. Park on a level surface.2. Activate the hazard flashers.3. Place the gearshift lever in P (Park) (automatic transmission)

To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of yourbody under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start theengine when your vehic

Battery voltage gauge: Indicatesthe battery voltage when theignition is in the ON position. If thepointer moves and stays outside thenormal operating

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

ability, to the point where the ratchet/slip occurs, if possible. The sparetire carrier will not allow you to overtighten. If the spare tire carrierra

4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion beforeyou attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level.5. Tu

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 of a roadside assistance program, y

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)www.ford.caIf yo

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

AM/FM STEREO / SINGLE CD RADIO1. Balance: Press/ to shiftsound to the left/right speakers.2. Fade: Press/ to shiftsound to the front/rear speakers.3.

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

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

Oral presentationsIf you would like to make an oral presentation, indicate YES to question6 on the application. While it is your right to make an oral

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

1555 Fairlane DriveFairlane Business Park #3Allen Park, Michigan 48101U.S.A.Telephone: (313) 594-4857FAX: (313) 390-0804If you are in another foreign

California Civil Code Section 1793.22(b) presumes that the manufacturerhas had a reasonable number of attempts to conform the vehicle to itsapplicable

WASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralPh shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is

• Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tarspots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips.• Always

4.0L SOHC• Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunning engine may cause internal damage.PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PAR

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENSClean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth.• Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the

5. EJ (eject): Press to eject a CD.6. COMP (Compression): In CDmode, press to bring louder andsofter levels into more comfortablelistening level. The

LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)Your leather seating surfaces have a clear, protective coating over theleather.• To clean, use a soft cloth with Motorcraft

Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner (Canada only) (CXC-94)Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (not available in Canada)(ZC-11–A)Ford Extra Strength T

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS• Use the Scheduled Maintenance Guide to track routine service.• Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service par

OPENING THE HOOD1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle.2. Go to the front of the vehicle andrelease the latch located in thecenter between

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDAdd fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely.Use washer fluid

5. Remove the engine oil dipstickand wipe clean.6. Insert the dipstick fully, thenremove it again.7. If the oil level is low, add enoughoil to raise t

SAE 5W-30 engine oil recommendationUse only oils “Certified For GasolineEngines” by the AmericanPetroleum Institute (API). UseMotorcraft (Part: XO-5W3

For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean anddry. Also, make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened tothe

5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.6. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process.• The vehicle may need

• Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion.• Enables calibrated gauges to work properly.When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the eng

15. AM/FM: Press to choose afrequency band in radio mode.16. Bass: Press/ toincrease/decrease the bass output.17. Treble: Press/ toincrease/decrease t

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

1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool.2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolantpressure relief cap on the c

Coolant refill capacityTo find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, referto Refill capacities in this chapter.Fill your engine c

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELSImportant safety precautionsDo not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tankmay cause leak

The flow of fuel through the fuel pump nozzle can produce staticelectricity, which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into anungrounded fuel container

Running out of fuelRunning out of fuel may have an adverse affect on powertraincomponents.• You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several

Filling the tankThe advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal tothe rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the R

Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (cityor highway). You can also keep records in summer and winter todetermine how t

The following signs could indicate a problem with your emission controlsystem:• Fluid leaks• Strange odors• Smoke• Loss of engine power• Illumination

Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testingIt may be a legal requirement in your area to pass an I/M test of theon-board diagnostics system. If

PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD1. Power/volume: Press to turnON/OFF; turn to increase/decreasevolume.2. Scan: Press to hear a briefsampling of

BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIRThe fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced.Fluid levels below the “M

8. Remove the dipstick and inspectthe fluid level. Level should be inthe cross-hatched area.9. If necessary, add fluid in 250ml (1/2 pint) increments

Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped)1. Clean the filler plug.2. Remove the filler plug andinspect the fluid level.3. Fluid leve

TRANSFER CASE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)To check and add transfer case fluid1. Clean the filler plug.2. Remove the filler plug andinspect the fluid level.3.

U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S.Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the followinginformation about t

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

• Five tire rotationTo make sure your tires wearevenly, rotate them as indicated inthe Scheduled Maintenance Guide.If your tires wear unevenly, haveth

Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size, type,load-carrying capacity and tread design as originally offered byFord.Do not replace yo

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent 4.0L SOHC V6 engineAir filter element FA-1744Fuel filter FG-1036Battery BXT-65-650Oil filter FL-820SPCV valve EV-243S

Fluid Ford PartNameApplicationCapacityTransfer case MotorcraftMERCON威 ATF4WD 1.2L (1.3 quarts)3Engine coolant4MotorcraftPremium EngineCoolant(green-co

Seating and Safety Restraints 71Seating 71Safety restraints 76Air bags 86Child restraints 93Driving 106Starting 106Brakes 110Transmission operation 11

CD unit are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm (4.75in) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility,certain recordable and re-

2Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may varybased on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amountof tra

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONSItemFord Part Nameor equivalentFord PartNumberFordSpecificationBody hinges,latches, doorstriker platesand rotors, seattracks,

ItemFord Part Nameor equivalentFord PartNumberFordSpecificationPower steeringfluidMotorcraftMERCONMulti-Purpose威ATFXT-2-QDX MERCON威Fordconventionaland

ENGINE DATAEngine 4.0L SOHC V6 engineCubic inches 245Required fuel 87 octaneFiring order 1-4-2-5-3-6Spark plug gap 1.3-1.4 mm (0.052-0.056 inch)Igniti

*Denotes a 4x4 vehicle with 16” tires35241Maintenance and Specifications204

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

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

Comfort and convenienceCell phone hands free systemEngine block heaterRemote keyless entryRemote startSide window deflectorsSpeed controlTire stepTrav

Door sill platesExterior coverFloor mats — (all weather, carpeted, catch all)Hood deflectorsLuggage hold down netMolded splash guardsRear air deflecto

AAir bag supplemental restraintsystem ...86, 90and child safety seats ...88description ...

9. Clock: Press and hold to set theclock. Press theSEEK todecrease hours or SEEK toincrease hours. Press theTUNEto decrease minutes or TUNEtoincrease

floor ...41overhead ...42Controlspower seat ...

GAWR (Gross Axle WeightRating) ...125calculating ...127definition ...

Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...198Power steering ...111fluid, checking and adding ...189fluid, refill capacity ...

Vehicle loading ...125camper bodies ...132Ventilating your vehicle ...109WWarning lights (see Ligh

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15. Side 1–2: Works in tape modeonly. Press to play reverse side ofthe tape.16. Fast Forward (FF): Press fora slow advance, press and hold for afast a

AM/FM STEREO IN-DASH SIX CD RADIO FOR PIONEER姞 SOUNDSYSTEM1. Power/volume: Press to turnON/OFF; turn to increase ordecrease volume levels.2. AM/FM: Pr

5. Rewind: Press to stop tapeduring rewind/fast forward.Fast forward: Press to start CDplay. With the dual media audio,press CD to toggle between sing

11. Load: Press to load a CD. Pressand hold to load up to six discs.12. Eject: Press to eject a CD.Press and hold to eject all loadeddiscs.13. Balance

DSP ambiance feature (ifequipped): This feature gives thefeeling of “being there” to yourmusic, creating increased clarity aswell as an open and spaci

RADIO FREQUENCIESAM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and TelecommunicationsComm

CD/CD PLAYER CAREDo:• Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface.• Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD

MANUAL HEATING AND AIRCONDITIONING SYSTEM1. Fan speed adjustment: Controlsthe volume of air circulated in thevehicle.2. Temperature selection:Controls

Maintenance and Specifications 172Hood 173Engine compartment 173Engine oil 174Battery 176Fuel information 183Part numbers 198Refill capacities 198Lubr

• Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with theairflow to the back seats.• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake

HEADLAMP CONTROLTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parkinglamps, instrument panel lamps,license plate lamps and tail lamps.Turns the headlamps on.AUTOLA

High beamsPush the lever toward theinstrument panel to activate. Pullthe lever towards you to deactivate.Flash to passPull the lever toward you toacti

AIMING THE HEADLAMPSThe headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed before leaving theassembly plant. If your vehicle is involved in an accident or i

5. Locate the vertical adjuster foreach headlamp. Adjust the aim byturning the adjuster control eitherclockwise (to adjust down) orcounterclockwise (t

To use the reading lamps:• Press the rocker control located near each reading lamp to turn it on.• Press the rocker control again to turn it off.BULBS

6. Carefully pull old bulb out of thelamp assemblyHandle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out ofchildren’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its

Replacing tail lamp/turn/backup lamp bulbs1. Lower the tailgate to expose thelamp assembly.2. Remove the three rubber plugs,screws and the lamp assemb

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs1. Reach behind the rear bumper tolocate the bulb socket.2. Twist the socket counterclockwiseand remove.3. Pull the

Replacement bulbsFunction Number ofbulbsTrade numberHeadlamps 2 9007Park/turn/side marker lamps 2 3157 AK (Amber)Rear stop/tail/turn lamps 2 3157KBack

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known toth

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease the

TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED)To adjust the steering wheel:1. Pull and hold the steering wheelrelease control toward you.2. Move the steering wheel

Cell phone useThe use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasinglyimportant in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,dri

1. Open the storage compartmentdoor.2. Remove the storage clip and stowit away.3. Place the Velcro娂 strip onto theback of the garage door openercontro

• With a full console:• Without a full console:Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter. Usethe power point.Do not use t

Truck bed auxiliary power pointAn additional auxiliary power pointis located in the bed of the truck.Lift the cover to access the auxiliarypower point

Window lockThe window lock feature allows onlythe driver to operate the powerwindows.To lock out all the window controlsexcept for the driver’s press

Normal OperationIf an “up” command is selected and the ignition is switched to OFF orSTART during window travel, the window will:• stop if it is betwe

SETTING AUTOLAMP (IF EQUIPPED)1. Make sure the headlamp controlis in the OFF position. Leaving theheadlamp control on will overridethe autolamp.2. Tur

Fold-away mirrorsPull the side mirrors in carefullywhen driving through a narrowspace, like an automatic car wash.SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)With spee

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTIONWarning symbols in this guideHow can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possibledamage to others, you

3. Press the SET ACC control andrelease it.4. Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal.5. The indicator lightSPEEDCONTon theinstrument cluster will tur

Reducing speed while using speed controlThere are two ways to reduce a setspeed:• Press and hold the COASTcontrol until you get to thedesired speed, t

To open the moon roof: the moonroof is equipped with a one-touchopen feature. Press and releasethecontrol. To stop theone-touch open feature pressthec

Electronic compassAs an orientation aid, the compassdirection abbreviations are displayedhere.If you suspect that the compass isnot operating correctl

1. Press and hold the MODEcontrol until “CAL” appears in thedisplay then release the control.2. Drive slowly (less than 5 km/h [3mph]) in circles unti

TAILGATE REMOVALYour tailgate is removable to allowmore room for loading.1. Lower the tailgate.2. Use a screwdriver to pry thespring clip (on each con

To extend the cargo cage:1. Lower tailgate.2. Pull the round knobs on each sideof the cargo cage to release it fromthe pickup box.Red markings behind

To remove the cargo cage:1. Extend the cargo cage.2. Pull the round knobs on each sideof the cage to unlock it.Make sure the locking clip screwsare lo

To open the rear panel:• Open the lock cover and unlockthe rear panel.• Lift the rear panel to access itemsin the pickup box.• To close, lower the rea

Interior tonneau cover releaseYour vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior tonneau coverrelease handle that provides a means of escape for chil

SPECIAL NOTICESSpecial instructionsFor your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols.Please read the section Supplem

LUGGAGE RACKYour vehicle is equipped with a roof rack with out cross bars. Themaximum recommended load is 44kg (100 lbs), evenly distributed. If it is

KEYSThe key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacementkeys are available from your dealer.You should always carry a second key w

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could void the user’s authority tooperate the equipment.Your ve

2. Press and release again within three seconds to confirm that all thedoors are closed and locked. Note: the doors will lock again, the hornwill chir

Replacing lost remote entry transmittersIf you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammedbecause you lost one, or would like to buy

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)You can use the keyless entrykeypad to:• lock or unlock the doors withoutusing a key.• activate or deactivate theaut

The anti-scan feature will turn off after:• one minute of keypad inactivity.• pressing the UNLOCKcontrol on the remote entry transmitter.• the ignitio

2. Close all the doors.3. Enter the 5-digit entry code.4. Press and hold the 3 • 4. While holding the 3 • 4, press the 7 • 8within five seconds.5. Wit

SECURILOCK姟 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEMSecuriLock娂 passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilizationsystem. This system is designed to prevent the e

Automatic armingThe vehicle is armed immediatelyafter switching the ignition to the 3(OFF) position.TheTHEFTindicator will flashevery two seconds when

This stored information may be read out and used by:• Ford Motor Company.• service and repair facilities.• law enforcement or government agencies.• ot

• If no previously programmed coded keys are available, you must takeyour vehicle to your dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed.1. Insert a previ

FRONT SEATSNotes:Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in theevent

Adjusting the front manual seatPull the lever located at the frontedge of the seat to move the seatforward or backward. Release thelever to lock the s

Reclining the seatsPull the lever located on the outsideof the seat to recline the seatback.Release the lever to lock theseatback in place.Reclining t

REAR SEATSAdjustable rear head restraintsLift the head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possiblebehind your head.Push or pull t

3. While holding the head restraintin a “flat” position, lower the headrestraint to the seat back.4. Flip the seat release controltoward the front sea

A carpeted panel will flip down fromthe back panel to complete the loadfloor.Returning the rear 60/40 seats to upright position1. Push down seatback r

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

BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED ifthe safety belt assembly automatic locking retractor feature orany other safety belt function is not op

Automatic locking modeHow to use the automatic locking mode• Buckle the combination lap andshoulder belt.• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward

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-

BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED ifthe seat belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature orany other seat belt function is not oper

Safety belt pretensionerYour vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver andright front passenger seating positions.The safety be

BeltMinderThe BeltMinder feature is a supplemental warning to the safety beltwarning function. This feature provides additional reminders to thedriver

Reasons given... Consider...“Crashes are rareevents”36700 crashes occur every day. The morewe drive, the more we are exposed to “rare”events, even for

Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the BeltMinder chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk ofinjury in an accident. T

• This will enable the BeltMinder feature if it is currently disabled. Asconfirmation, the restraint system warning light will flash 4 times persecond

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

All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should alwaysproperly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag (SRS) isprovided.Always transp

Children and air bagsChildren must always be properlyrestrained; accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rea

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

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleaseSymbolPanic Alarm Eng

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:• The readiness light will eitherflash or stay lit.• The readiness light wil

All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should alwayswear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS and SafetyCanopy娂 system is provided.T

Children 12 years old and under should always be properly restrained inthe second or third row seats. The Safety Canopy娂 will not interferewith childr

If the Safety Canopy娂 system has deployed, the SafetyCanopy娂 will not function again unless replaced. TheSafety Canopy娂 system (including the A, B and

you must put them in safety seats made especially for children. Checkyour local and state or provincial laws for specific requirementsregarding the sa

To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children whohave outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends useof a belt-posit

• Those with a high back.If, with a backless booster seat,you cannot find a seating positionthat adequately supports yourchild’s head, a high back boo

SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDRENChild and infant or child safety seatsUse a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of thechild. Carefully fo

Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tetherstrap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capableof provid

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