Ford 2003 Focus Manuel d'utilisateur

Table of ContentsIntroduction 4Instrument Cluster 10Warning and control lights 10Gauges 14Entertainment Systems 17AM/FM stereo cassette 17AM/FM stereo

Instrument ClusterWARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESStandard instrument clusterOptional instrument cluster2.3L 14 PZEV instrument clusterInstrument Cluster10

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 with combination lap and shoulderbeltsAir bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place arear-facing chil

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.

The tether strap anchors in yourvehicle are in the following positions(shown from top view, left is frontof the vehicle):Attach the tether strap only

5. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown.If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly, the child safetyseat may not be retained properlyin the even

LATCH attachments on belt webbing can be used at the center rear seatunless a child seat at an outboard rear seat is attached to one of theselower anc

DrivingSTARTINGPositions of the ignition1. LOCK, locks the steering wheel,automatic transaxle gearshift leverand allows key removal.2. OFF, shuts the

If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealerinspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smellexhaust fumes.Make sure the

If starting a vehicle with a manualtransaxle:1. Make sure the parking brake isset.2. Push the clutch pedal to the floor.• Turn the key to 3 (ON) witho

Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate

Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If alight fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced.• If the driver’s safety

If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealerinspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smellexhaust fumes.Important ven

Even when the ABS is disabled,normal braking is still effective. (Ifyour BRAKE warning lampilluminates with the parking brakereleased, have your brake

The Traction Control娂 switch islocated on the center console, bythe gearshift lever. The TractionControl娂 system will automaticallyturn on every time

• Hitting a patch of ice• Changing lanes on a snow-rutted road• Entering a snow-free road from a snow-covered side street, or viceversa• Entering a pa

All these conditions are normal during AdvanceTrac娂 operation.Do not alter or modify your vehicle’s suspension or steering; theresulting changes to th

If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition inthe ON position and the brake pedal depressed:1. Apply the parking brake, turn

Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4–speed automatictransaxleP (Park)This position locks the transaxle and prevents the rear wheels fromturn

D (Overdrive)The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. transaxle operatesin gears one through four. D (Overdrive) can be deactivated by p

If necessary, try turning the Traction Control娂 or AdvanceTrac娂 systemoff. This will allow the wheels to spin, which may help to free your stuckvehicl

Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on isdangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance mayoccur. It will take you longer

• If your vehicle is equippedwith the Zetec engine or 2.3Lengine, you must lift the lockingring (1), then move the gearshiftlever fully to the right,

• Base Curb Weight: Weight of the vehicle including any standardequipment, fluids, lubricants, etc. It does not include occupants oraftermarket equipm

Note: Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on thecertification label.Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result inserious dam

If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agencygives to you.Do not attach safety chains to the bumper.Trailer brakesElectr

• Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached.• If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear. Donot apply the brak

Roadside EmergenciesGETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCETo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadsid

U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicle customers who require roadside assistance,call 1–800–241–3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140.Canadian cus

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

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

Overdrive off (if equipped):Illuminates when the overdrivefunction of the transaxle has beenturned off, refer to the Drivingchapter. If the light flas

The fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel DescriptionR17 — Starter relayR18 – Rear intermittent r

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description48 10A Data link connector49 25A Rear defroster50 7.5A Heated mirror, Heate

To remove a fuse, use the fuse puller tool provided on the powerdistribution box cover.The high-current fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationF

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription10 10A (2.0L engineonly)Battery voltage sensor1A (2.3L engineonly)11 30A Anti-lock Br

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription64 40A Heater blower motorR1 — Ignition relayR2 — Air pump motor relayR3 — Cooling fa

The use of tire sealants is not recommended and maycompromise the integrity of your tires.Temporary spare tire informationThe temporary spare tire for

Tire change procedure1. Park on a level surface, activatehazard flashers and set the parkingbrake.When one of the front wheels is off the ground, the

4. On coupe models, unsnap andremove the access door (ifequipped) on the lower rockermolding to access the proper jackingpoints.5. Loosen each wheel l

6. The vehicle jacking points aredepicted on the yellow warning labelon the jack shown here. Dependingon which tire is to be changed,locate the jack a

Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. Automatictransmissions do not have push-start capability; also, thecatalytic converter may become damaged.P

Door ajar: Illuminates when theignition is in the ON position andany door is open.Turn signal: Illuminates when theleft or right turn signal or thehaz

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the assisting battery.3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negat

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposedmetal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and thecarbureto

Removing the jumper cablesRemove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected.1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surfa

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

Customer AssistanceGETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDAt homeFord Motor Company and Ford of Canada have authorized dealerships toservice your vehicle. It is

P.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E41-800-565-3673 (FORD)www.ford.caIf you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicleneeds servi

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to theDispute Settlement Board before taking action under the Magnuson-MossWarranty Act, or

The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. FordMotor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modifyprocedu

from Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership management, recognized fortheir business leadership qualities.What the Board needsTo have your case reviewed

Speedometer: Indicates thecurrent vehicle speed.Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolanttemperature. At normal operatingtemperature,

Making a decisionBoard members review all available information related to eachcomplaint, including oral presentations, and arrive at a fair and impar

settlement have failed. This procedure is without cost to you and isdesigned to eliminate the need for lengthy and expensive legalproceedings.In the C

If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside ofthe U.S. or Canada, register your vehicle identification number (VIN) andnew addr

2. Four or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity (adefect or condition that substantially impairs the use, value or safety ofthe veh

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

PAINT CHIPSYour dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your vehicle’s color.Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’s door jam

When washing:• Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. Thehigh-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and causedamage.• Do n

• 2.0L Zetec-E engine• 2.3L engineCleaning157

PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTSUse only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your dealer.• For routine clea

INTERIORFor fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts and seats equipped with sideair bags:• Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.• Remov

Trip odometer: Registers thekilometers (miles) of individualjourneys. To reset, depress the resetcontrol.Tachometer (if equipped):Indicates the engine

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

Maintenance and SpecificationsSERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle:• We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment fo

Working with the engine on• Automatic transmission:1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).2. Block the wheels.• Manual transmission:1. Set the

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT2.0L I4 SPI1. Power steering fluid reservoir2. Engine oil dipstick3. Engine oil filler cap4. Brake/Clu

2.0L Zetec-E Engine1. Power steering fluid reservoir2. Engine oil filler cap3. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir4. Power distribution box5. Air filter asse

2.3L I4 PZEV Engine1. Power steering fluid reservoir2. Engine oil filler cap3. Brake/Clutch fluid reservoir4. Power distribution box5. Battery6. Winds

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

2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into theoil pan.3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latch

• 2.0L Zetec• 2.3L I4• If the oil level is below theMIN/ADD mark, add enough oil toraise the level within theMIN-MAX/ADD-FULL range.• Oil levels above

Engine oil and filter recommendationsLook for this certificationtrademark.SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended.Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline En

Entertainment SystemsAM/FM STEREO WITH CASSETTE1. Cassette door: Insert the cassette with the opening to the right.2. Rewind/fast forward: Press torev

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

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

If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery isreco

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir.• The engine coolant should be at the “cold fill level” or within the “c

Note: Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets, VC-6, maydarken the color of Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant fromyellow to golden tan

4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use thecloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap.5. Fill the coolant reservoi

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

How fail-safe cooling worksIf the engine begins to overheat:• The engine coolant temperaturegauge will move to the red (hot)area.• The “Multi-function

5. Restart the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility.Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problemincreases the chance of engi

• Avoid inhaling fuel vapors. Inhaling too much fuel vapor of any kindcan lead to eye and respiratory tract irritation. In severe cases,excessive or p

5. Menu: Press MENU to accessmain menu functions. UseSEEK/ for adjustments.Tune adjust: Press MENU until MAN appears in the display. Pressor to manual

Fuel Filler CapYour fuel tank filler cap has an SAE full thread pattern.When fueling your vehicle:1. Turn the engine off.2. Carefully turn the filler

Octane recommendationsYour vehicle is designed to use“Regular” unleaded gasoline withpump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.We do not recommend the use ofga

Running out of fuelAvoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverseaffect on powertrain components.If you have run out of fuel:• Y

vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not beable to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of thefuel tank due to the emp

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

• Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bugdeflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) mayreduce fuel econom

If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used formaintenance replacements or for service of components affectingemission control, s

3. The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened.These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tankwith good quality fuel and/

CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUIDCheck the fluid. Refer to theScheduled Maintenance Guide forservice maintenance schedules.1. Start the engine

CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)The clutch master cylinder andbrake master cylinder are part ofthe same system; both are refillablethrough the brake master

Press the security release control and remove the front panel. Toreposition the panel, insert the right-hand edge first, then the left-handside, until

5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. Ifnecessary, refer to Identifying components in the engine compartmentin this

Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levelsBefore adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type offluid used is normally indicated

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

• Four tire rotationReplacing the tiresReplace the tires when the wearband is visible through the tiretreads.When replacing full sizetires, never mix

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINSSnow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires youcurrently have on your vehicle.The tires on your vehicle have all weat

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent 2.0L I4 SPIengine2.0L I4Zetec-E engine2.3L I4 PZEVengineAir filter element FA-1688 FA-1688 N/A (Lifetime)1Fuel filter

Fluid Ford PartNameApplication CapacityEngine oil(includesfilterchange)4Motorcraft SAE5W-20 PremiumSynthetic BlendMotor Oil (US)Motorcraft SAE5W-20 Su

Some transmission fluids may be labeled as dual usage, such asMERCON威 and MERCON威 V. These dual usage fluids are not to be usedin an automatic transmi

ItemFord PartName orEquivalentFord PartNumberFordSpecificationAutomatictransaxleMotorcraftMERCON威 VATFXT-5-QM MERCON威 VManualtransaxleMotorcraft FullS

Seating and Safety Restraints 72Seating 72Safety restraints 76Air bags 89Child restraints 95Driving 107Starting 107Brakes 111Traction control 112Trans

AM/FM STEREO WITH CD PLAYER1. CD door: Insert the CD label side up.2. CD: Press to engage CD mode.CDs and tracks are selected andplayed chronologicall

ENGINE DATAEngine2.0L SPIengine2.0L Zetec Eengine2.3L I4 engineCubic inches 121 121 138Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane 87 octaneFiring order 1–3–4–2

• SedanMaintenance and Specifications201

• CoupeMaintenance and Specifications202

• WagonIDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLECertification labelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Certification label be a

Vehicle identification number (VIN)The vehicle identification number isattached to a metal tag and islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel. (Plea

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

Travel equipmentAutomatic headlamp systemDaytime running lights (DRL)First aid kitFog lightsHighway safety kitLuggage/cargo basketNavigation systemRem

For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:• When adding accessories,

IndexAAdvanceTrac ...113Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ...89–90, 93and child safety seats

Clutchfluid ...188–189operation while driving ...119Coolantchecking and adding ...172refill capacitie

Audio distortion reduction (CLIP): Press and hold MENU until thedisplay changes. Then, press MENU until the CLIP menu displays. PressSEEK to engage/di

capacity ...196choosing the right fuel ...180comparisons with EPA fueleconomy estimates ...185de

instrument panel, dimming ...39interior lamps ...42Lane change indicator(see Turn signal) ...41Liftgate

Specification chart,lubricants ...198, 200Speed control ...53Starting your vehicle ...107–108,1

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Replacement panels: Your Ford Dealer will require the following if youneed to order a replacement panel:• Your name and address.• The vehicle identifi

6006 AM/FM SOUND SYSTEM WITH 6–DISC IN DASH CHANGER9006 AM/FM SOUND SYSTEM WITH 6–DISC IN DASH CHANGERCDAM/FMSEEKSEEK6 DISC CD PLAYER VOL ON/OFFBASS

1. CD Door: Insert the disc withthe playing side down and printedside up.2. Load: Press to load a CD. WAITwill appear in the display thenchange to INS

6. Memory presets: To set astation: Select frequency bandAM/FM; tune to a station, press andhold a preset button until sound returns. With a CD, press

Treble: Press to adjust the treblelevels. Turn the volume control todecrease/increase the treble output.9. Eject: Press to eject a CD. Pressand hold t

11. Scan: Press SCAN to move upthe radio frequency band. SCANautomatically finds a station, plays itfor five seconds, then moves to the next station.

IN-DASH CD/MP3 SOUND SYSTEM1. CD door: Insert a CD or MP3label side up.2. Soft keys: Press to make various selections in the audio menus.3. Mute: Pres

Press again for a brief sampling of all MP3 directories on the disc. SCANALL appears at the bottom of the display.6. Shuffle: CD/CD changer: Pressto p

Maintenance and Specifications 161Engine compartment 163Engine oil 166Battery 170Fuel information 178Part numbers 196Refill capacities 196Lubricant sp

Display/brightness: Adjusts thebrightness level of the display. PressENTER and select DISPLAY. PressENTER again to confirm. You mayadjust the setting

11. CDC: Press to access the CDchanger. Press the desired soft keyto select from the CDs in the CDchanger. During playback, press torepeat the current

17. Balance: Press BAL then turnthe volume control to adjust theaudio between the left and rightspeakers. The selected level will appear in the displa

• CD-R media is supported, but CD-RW is not.• If more than one session is written to the CD, only the first sessionwill be detected.RADIO FREQUENCIESA

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

Climate ControlsHEATER ONLY SYSTEM1. Air flow selections: Controlsthe direction of the airflow in thevehicle. See the following for a briefdescription

To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:1. Select2. Set the temperature control to full heat3. Set the fan speed to HI4. Direct the

Operating tips• To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, placethe air flow selector in theposition.• To reduce humidity build up

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

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

IntroductionCALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle components contain or emit chemical

VOR1. Park the vehicle on a level surface approximately 7.6 meters (25 feet)from the vertical wall or the screen directly in front of it.2. Measure th

3. Open the hood.4. Remove the battery cover.5. Remove the headlamp bulb cover by releasing the four snap hooks(two top and two bottom).Note: On the l

INTERIOR LAMPSDome lampsThe dome lamp is equipped with acontrol switch that will illuminatewhen:• the doors are closed and theswitch is in the on posi

Using the right bulbsReplacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbsmust be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America to

Replacing headlamp bulbsMake sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position.To remove the high or low beam headlamp bulb:1. Lift the hood and remove

Replacing grill-mounted front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs1. Make sure the headlamp controlis in the OFF position and open thehood.2. Remove the cov

Replacing tail/brake/backup lights and turn signal bulbs (coupe)1. Make sure the headlamp controlis in the OFF position and thenopen the hatchback.2.

Replacing tail/brake/backup lights and turn signal bulbs (wagon)1. Make sure the headlamp controlis in the OFF position and thenopen the hatchback.2.

Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbsSedan1. Make sure the headlamp controlis in the OFF position and open theluggage compartment.2. Using a screw dri

Replacing the luggage compartment lamp1. Make sure the headlamp controlis in the OFF position.2. Carefully pry out the lightassembly from the holder w

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

Driver ControlsMULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Move the leverdown for a single wipe.For intermittent operation, movecontrol up one position and

Changing the wiper blades1. Pull the wiper arm away from thevehicle. Turn the blade at an anglefrom the wiper arm. Push the lockpin manually to releas

HORNPress the steering wheel pad. Thehorn can be operated when theignition is off.POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED)When closing the power windows, you shoul

MIRRORSPower side view mirrorsThe ignition must be in the ACC or ON position to adjust the power sideview mirrors.To adjust your mirrors:1. Rotate the

Setting speed controlThe controls for using your speedcontrol are located on the steeringwheel for your convenience.1. Press the ON control and releas

Resuming a set speedPress the RES (resume) control andrelease it. This will automaticallyreturn the vehicle to the previouslyset speed. The RES contro

• Depress the brake pedal until thedesired vehicle speed is reached,press the SET ACCEL control.Turning off speed controlPress the speed control OFFco

To vent:• To tilt the moon roof into the vent position (when the glass panel isclosed), press and hold the front portion of the control.• To close the

ASHTRAY (IF EQUIPPED)Pull to open.To empty, push the covercompletely down and firmly extractthe ashtray.Note: If the storage area is feltlined, it’s a

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MATPosition the driver floor mat so thatthe eyelet is over the pointed end ofthe retention post and rotateforward to lock in.

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

LUGGAGE COVERCoupeDetach the lifting straps on theliftgate. Release the cover at thesides and pull it out horizontallywithout tilting it.Install in re

LUGGAGE RACK (IF EQUIPPED)The maximum recommended load is100 kg (220 lbs) on the luggagerack structure. The load must beplaced directly on the luggage

Locks and SecurityKEYSThe key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacementkeys are available from your dealer.You should always ca

Childproof door locks• When these locks are set, therear doors cannot be opened fromthe inside.• The rear doors can be openedfrom the outside when the

To open the luggage compartmentdoor (lid) from within the luggagecompartment, pull the illuminated“T” shaped handle and push up onthe trunk lid. The h

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 ofIndustry Canada. Operation is subject to the fol

Locking the doors• Press and release to lock all the doors. Note: the parking lampswill flash once.If any of the doors are not properly closed the hor

To replace the battery:1. Twist a thin coin between the twohalves of the remote entrytransmitter near the key ring. DONOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OFTHE RE

3. Turn the key from the 1 (OFF) position to 3 (ON).4. Cycle, four times, rapidly (within 10 seconds) between the 1 (OFF)position and 3 (ON). Note: Th

• When the ignition is in the ON position, the indicator will glow for 3seconds, then turn off, to indicate normal system functionality.If a problem o

Any of this information could potentially include information regardinghow the driver operates the vehicle potentially including but not limitedto inf

2. Turn the ignition from the 1 (OFF) position to the 3 (ON) position.Keep the ignition in the 3 (ON) position for at least one second, but nomore tha

PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)The perimeter anti-theft system will help prevent your vehicle fromunauthorized entry.If there is any potential pe

Seating and Safety RestraintsSEATINGNotes:Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe perso

Adjusting the front manual seatPull the lever located under thefront edge of the seat to move theseat forward or backward.Turn the control to adjust t

• Push control to activate.• Push again to deactivate.The maximum temperature is reached after five or six minutes.The indicator light on the switch i

REAR SEATSFolding rear seat cushion forwardLift the seat cushion and pull itforward.When returning the seats back to their original positions, makesur

Returning the seatback to the upright positionFold back the seatback until it locks with a distinct “click.” Do not placeany objects behind the seat w

• Front safety belts with pretensioners, energy management retractors,and safety belt usage sensors.• Driver’s seat position sensor.• Front crash seve

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

• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeatperiodically until the problem and warning light are repaired.If any of these thin

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-

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the backseat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.Combination lap and shoulder bel

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

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

Safety belt pretensionerYour vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver andfront passenger seating positions.The safety belt pre

Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt restsacross the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safetybelt properly could re

If... Then...The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled approximately 5seconds after the safety beltwarning light has turned off...The BeltMinder feature

Reasons given... Consider...“I was in a hurry” Prime time for an accident.BeltMinder reminds us to take a fewseconds to buckle up.“Safety belts don’t

One time disableAny time the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during anignition ON cycle, the BeltMinder will be disabled for that ignition c

• After step 5 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for threeseconds.6. Within seven seconds of the safety belt warning light turning off,b

recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in acollision be replaced. However, if the collision was minor and a qualifiedtec

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

Important SRS precautionsThe SRS is designed to work withthe safety belt to help protect thedriver and right front passengerfrom certain upper body in

Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bagsupplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your Ford orLincoln Mercury dealer.Children a

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

• diagnostic module.• and the electrical wiring which connects the components.The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and thesuppleme

Do not lean your head on the door. The side air bag could injureyou as it deploys from the side of the seatback.Do not attempt to service, repair, or

The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean thatsomething is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the forces werenot of

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the backseat and always use appropriate child restraints.Accident statistics indicate that childre

neck, the child should wear the lap and shoulder belt. Moving the childcloser to the center of the vehicle may help provide a good shoulder beltfit.Do

Types of booster seatsThere are two types of belt-positioning booster seats:• Those that are backless.If your backless booster seat has aremovable shi

The importance of shoulder beltsUsing a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child’shead hitting a hard surface in a collision. For