Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 10Warning and control lights 10Gauges 15Entertainment Systems 20AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 20AM/FM stereo with CD
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESStandard instrument clusterOptional instrument clusterWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may
Conditions of operationIf... Then...The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the ONposition...The safety belt war
If... Then...The driver’s safety belt isbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the ONposition...The BeltMinder feature will notactivate.The fo
Reasons given... Consider...“The people I’m with don’twear belts”Set the example, teen deaths occur 4times more often in vehicles withTWO or MORE peop
• The parklamps/headlamps are in OFF position (If vehicle is equippedwith Autolamps, this will not affect the procedure.)To reduce the risk of injury,
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)Important SRS precautionsThe SRS is designed to work withthe safety belt to help protect thedriver and righ
Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries.To properly position yourself
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
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
misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drivein a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) andhave your
Do not use accessory seat covers. The use of accessory seatcovers may prevent the deployment of the side air bags andincrease the risk of injury in an
The side air bags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of thefront seats. In certain lateral collisions, the air bag on the side affectedb
• The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition isturned on.• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeatp
Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag precautions thatapply to adult passengers in your vehicle.If the shoulder belt portion of a comb
• Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest?• Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip?Types of booster seatsThere are two
never use a booster seat with a lap belt only. It is best to use a boosterseat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat- the safest place for children
• Place seat back in upright position.• Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode. Refer to Automaticlocking mode (passenger side front and ou
1. Position the child safety seat in aseat with a combination lap andshoulder belt.2. Pull down on the shoulder beltand then grasp the shoulder beltan
4. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) for that seating position untilyou hear
8. Allow the safety belt to retract toremove any slack in the belt.9. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly move the seat forwardand back to m
Anti-lock brake system: If theABS light stays illuminated orcontinues to flash, a malfunction hasbeen detected, have the systemserviced immediately. N
2. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat.For vehicles with adjustable head restraints, route the tether strap underthe he
Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers forChildren) attachmentsSome child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachm
The lower anchors for child seat installation are located at the rearsection of the rear seat between the cushion and seat back. The inboardLATCH anch
Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to theanchors shown.If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments, do not tightenthe
STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning.2. LOCK, lo
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,
4. Make sure the parking brake isset.5. Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (START).HOOD123452004 Crown Victoria (cro)Owners Guide (pos
Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If alight fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced.• If the driver’s safety
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heaterwith ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater)adapters.Guarding against exh
If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear.Do not apply your brakes continuously, as they may overheatand become less effecti
• Optional instrument clusterIlluminates when the air suspensionis turned OFF, the load limit isexceeded or the air suspensionsystem requires servicin
• The anti-lock system does not reduce stopping distance. Always leaveenough room between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you tostop.• We rec
The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle.However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be used to stopyour vehicle in
Aggressive driving in any road conditions can cause you to losecontrol of your vehicle increasing the risk of severe personalinjury or property damage
It is also important to maintain a proper power steering fluid level in thepower steering fluid reservoir:• Do not operate the vehicle with a low powe
This system keeps the rear of your vehicle at a constant level byautomatically adding air or releasing air from the springs.If you exceed the load lim
Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelampsare working.Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift islatched in
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift islatched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position andremove the key wheneve
• Optional instrument clusterDrive (not shown)Drive is activated when the transmission control switch is pressed.• This position allows for all forwar
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
VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILERThis section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/ortrailer, to keep your loaded vehic
MESSAGE CENTER INDICATOR LIGHTS (IF EQUIPPED)Speed control: This light comes onwhen either the SET/ACCEL orRESUME controls are pressed. Itturns off wh
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) – is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo +passengers.GVWR (Gross Vehicle WeightRating) – is the maximumallowable weight of the
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowableweight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer – including all cargo andpassengers – that
Your loaded trailer should weigh no more than 2,000 lbs. (907 kg). Donot exceed the GVWR specified on the certification label.Towing trailers beyond t
Trailer lampsTrailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all runninglights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working.
Launching or retrieving a boatDisconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailerinto the water. Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after
GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCETo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program
Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1–800–665–2006.If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will
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
Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperagerating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wiredamage and
The fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description1 15A Audio, CD changer2 5A Audio (optional)
GAUGESStandard instrument cluster gaugesOptional instrument cluster gaugesSpeedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.• Standard instrument clust
Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description8 25A Powertrain Control Module (PCM)power relay, Coil-on plugs, Radionoise
Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description21 15A LCM for park lamps and interiorillumination, Autolamp/Sunloadsensor2
Always replace the cover to the power distribution box beforereconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirsIf the battery has been disconnecte
Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription9 — Not used10 — Not used11 20A* Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)12 — Not used13 — Not use
Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription108 50A** Police rear access power point(Police vehicles only)109 50A** Light bar (Po
Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription401 — Not used501 Diode PCM502 Diode A/C clutch503 — Not used601 — Not used602 20A**
• Use more than one T-type/mini spare tire at a time• Use commercial car washing equipment• Try to repair the T-type/mini spare tireUse of a T-type/mi
• Winter weather driving capability• Wet weather driving capability• All-Wheel Driving Capability (if applicable)• Load Leveling Adjustment (if applic
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
• Optional instrument clusterEngine coolant temperature gauge:• Standard instrument cluster• Optional instrument clusterIndicates engine coolanttemper
• Position the jack according to thefollowing guides and turn the jackhandle clockwise until the wheelis completely off the ground.To lessen risk of p
12. Remove the jack and fullytighten the lug nuts in the ordershown. Refer to Wheel lug nuttorque specifications later in thischapter for the proper l
Preparing your vehicleWhen the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, thetransmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, th
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
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDAt homeYou must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer forwarranty repairs. While any Ford dealership handli
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Odometer: Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle.• Standard instrument cluster• Optional instrument clusterRefer to Electronic Message
In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to theDispute Settlement Board before taking action under the Magnuson-MossWarranty Act, or
procedures and/or to discontinue this service without notice and withoutincurring obligations per applicable state law.What kinds of cases does the Bo
What the Board needsTo have your case reviewed you must complete the application in theDSB brochure and mail it to the address provided on the applica
Every effort is made to decide the case within 40 days of the date thatall requested information is received by the Board. Since the Boardgenerally me
parties, make decisions and, when appropriate, render awards to resolvedisputes. CAMVAP decisions are fast, fair, and final; the arbitrator’saward is
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURETo order the publications in this portfolio, contact Helm, Incorporated at:HELM, INCORPORATEDP.O. Box 07150Detro
3. The vehicle is out of service for repair of nonconformities for a total ofmore than 30 calendar days (not necessarily all at one time)In the case o
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
• Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaningthe engine.• Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunnin
• Optional instrument clusterRefer to Electronic Message Centerin the Driver Controls chapter forTrip A and Trip B features.Battery voltage gauge (ife
• Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts.• Wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol orwindshield washer so
Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle’ssafety belts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing.Do not use chemical solvents or
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
OPENING THE HOOD1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under theinstrument panel.2. Go to the front of the vehicle andrelease the
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT4.6L SOHC V8 engine1. Brake fluid reservoir2. Engine oil dipstick3. Windshield washer fluid reservoir4
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
5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level indicator (dipstick).6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain.•
• If required, add engine oil to theengine. Refer to Adding engineoil in this chapter.• Do not overfill the enginewith oil. Oil levels above thismark
Engine oil and filter recommendationsLook for this certificationtrademark.Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil.Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by t
Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fueltank (when the ignition is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may varyslightly w
BATTERYYour vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice.How
When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on theend walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps,resulting in personal injury a
• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recyclin
When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir.• The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the“CO
Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam andscalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn youbadly. Also, you can be bur
remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle withan overflow system, follow these steps to add engine coolant.To reduce the ris
Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriatemanner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recyclingand disposing of aut
What you should know about fail-safe coolingIf the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle tobe driven temporarily before i
• The air conditioning system will be disabled.Continued operation will increase the engine temperature:• If your vehicle is equipped with digital gau
If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure orvacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or causethe fuel cap to disengag
Seating and Safety Restraints 87Seating 87Safety restraints 91Air bags 105Child restraints 112Driving 124Starting 124Brakes 128Traction control 131Air
PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD (IF EQUIPPED)1. Eject: Press to eject a tape.2. Eject: Press to eject a CD.3. Bass: Allows you to increase ord
splashed on the skin, promptly wash skin thoroughly with soap andwater. Consult a physician immediately if you experience an adversereaction.When refu
Cap light on, can activate the Service Engine Soon warning. When thefuel filler cap is properly re-installed, the light(s) will turn off after aperiod
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
• Your “Check Engine” indicator may come on. For more information onthe “Check Engine” indicator, refer to the Instrument Clusterchapter.Fuel FilterFo
• Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each timethe tank is filled.• Allow no more than 2 automatic click-offs when filling.• Alway
• Idling for long periods of time (greater than one minute) may wastefuel.• Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop.• Sudden
• Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy.• Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first12–16 km (8–10 miles) of
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,
present, the Check engine/Service engine soon light should turn off. (Adriving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixedcity/highway d
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
Fade: Allows you to shift speakersound between the front and rearspeakers. Press FADE then pressSEL to shift the sound to the rearor the front .5. COM
weather or pulling a trailer, the vehicle should be turned off for about 30minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking.1. Drive the vehicle 30 km (
The transmission fluid should be inthis range if at normal operatingtemperature (66°C-77°C[150°F-170°F]).The transmission fluid should be inthis range
If an overfill occurs, excess fluidshould be removed by a qualifiedtechnician.An overfill condition oftransmission fluid may causeshift and/or engagem
Note: Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severeengine damage. The customer warranty may be voided for any damage tothe engine
The traction grade assigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not includeacceleration, cornering, hydroplaning o
Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increasethe tires load carrying capability.• kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pre
3. 65: Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire’s ratio of height towidth.4. R: Indicates a “radial” type tire.5. 15: Indicates the wheel or ri
8. U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN): This begins with theletters “DOT” and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards. Thenext two n
located on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver’s door or theedge of the driver’s door. The cold inflation pressure should never be setlow
Information on “T” type tiresT145/80D16 is an example of a tiresize.Note: The temporary tire size foryour vehicle may be different thanthis example.1.
9. RDS: (Radio Data System):Allows you to access FM stationswhich are RDS- equipped. PressRDS then SEL to select from:Traffic —Allows you to receive t
Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tireperformance and wear. Under-inflation or over-inflation may causeuneven treadwear patterns
6. Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or otherobjects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an airleak.7. Chec
• Front Wheel Drive (FWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram)• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)vehicles/Four Wheel Drive (4WD)vehicles (front tires at top of
Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires.Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask a qualified technician at aFord or Linco
• Severe abrasion on the sidewallIf your vehicle has a leak in the exhaust system, a road tire or the sparetire may be exposed to hot exhaust temperat
Tire explosions can cause death, personal injury or propertydamage. Do not allow anyone to stand near, directly ahead orbehind the spinning tire.Never
• The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicledamage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle whenusing snow tires and cha
REFILL CAPACITIESFluid Ford Part Name CapacityEngine oil (includesfilter change)6Motorcraft SAE 5W-20Premium SyntheticBlend Motor Oil (US)Motorcraft S
3Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may varybased on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amountof tra
Item Ford partnameFord partnumberFordspecificationEngine oil Motorcraft SAE5W-20 PremiumSynthetic BlendMotor Oil (US)Motorcraft SAE5W-20 SuperPremium
16. Power/volume: Press to turnthe system on/off. Turn toraise/lower the volume.17. Tape: Press to play the tape.18. CD door: Insert the disc with the
2Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalentmeeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill ofTraction-Lok rear ax
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IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLECertification labelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Certification label be affixedt
Engine numberThe engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identificationnumber) is stamped on the engine block, transmission, frame andtra
Code Transmission DescriptionE Automatic 4–speed overdrive (4R100)J Automatic 5–speed overdrive (5R55E)ElectricH One speed electricD Automatic 5–speed
GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford
Floor matsInterior trim kitsLeather wrapped steering wheelsScuff platesSpeed controlLifestyleBike racksCargo organization and managementEngine block h
AABS (see Brakes) ...129Air bag supplementalrestraint system ...105, 109and child safety seats ...107descripti
washing ...177waxing ...177wheels ...178wiper bl
recommendations ...189refill capacities ...227specifications ...228, 230Exhaust fumes ...
2. Fade: Press / to shiftsound to the front/rear speakers.3. SCN (Scan):Press to hear a briefsampling of all listenable stations orCD tracks. Press ag
KKeyless entry system ...81autolock ...80keypad ...81programming e
Rear window defroster ...37Relays ...147, 155Remote entry system ...75, 77illuminated entry ...
Transmission ...134brake-shift interlock (BSI) ...134fluid, checking and adding(automatic) ...209
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12. Seek: Press and releaseSEEK/ for previous/nextstrong station, selection or track.13. Power/volume: Press to turnON/OFF; turn to increase ordecreas
AM/FM STEREO (IF EQUIPPED)1. Seek: Press/ to find thenext strong station down/up thefrequency band.2. Tune: Press/ to manuallychange radio frequency d
5. Power/volume: Press to turnON/OFF; turn to increase ordecrease volume levels.6. Tone: Press TONE until thedesired level — Bass, Treble, Fadeappears
AM/FM STEREO CASSETTE (IF EQUIPPED)1. Balance: Press to shift sound tothe left/right speakers.2. Fade: Press to shift sound to therear/front speakers.
4. Tape AMS: In tape mode, pressand hold to activate AutomaticMusic Search (allows you to quicklylocate the beginning of the tape selection being play
Maintenance and Specifications 183Engine compartment 185Engine oil 186Battery 190Fuel information 198Air filter(s) 212Tire Information 214Part numbers
13. AM/FM: Press to choose afrequency band in radio mode.14. Bass: Press/ todecrease/increase the bass output.15. Treble: Press/ todecrease/increase t
3. Turn the magazine (A) over.4. Using the disc holder releaseknob (C), pull the disc holder (B)out of the magazine.Do not pull too hard on the disc h
RADIO RECEPTION FACTORSThere are three factors that can affect radio reception:• Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, theweak
CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm (4.75 in)audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certainrecordable and re
MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED)1. Fan speed adjustment: Controlsthe volume of air circulated in thevehicle.2. Temperature sele
To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:1. Select NORM A/C.2. Modulate the temperature control to maintain comfort.3. Set the fan sp
3. Fan speed: Turn to manuallyincrease or decrease fan speed.4. Defrost:Distributes outside air through the windshield defrostervents and the side win
• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base ofthe windshield.To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:1. Se
HEADLAMP CONTROLTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parkinglamps, instrument panel lamps,license plate lamps and tail lamps.Turns the headlamps on.Autola
Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or duringinclement weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) Systemdoes not activate your tail lamps
CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known toth
AIMING THE HEADLAMPSThe headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant.If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of yo
BULBSReplacing exterior bulbsCheck the operation of all the bulbs frequently.Using the right bulbsReplacement bulbs are specified in the chart below.
Replacing headlamp bulbsTo remove the headlamp bulb:1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open the hood.2. Remove the radiator cover b
3. Connect the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base untilit snaps, locking it into position.4. Install the protective cover over hea
Replacing tail lamp/brake/turn lamp bulbsThe tail lamp, the brake lamp and the turn signal lamp bulbs are locatedin the tail lamp assembly. Follow the
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs1. Make sure headlamp switch is inOFF position, then remove twoscrews, grommets and the licenseplate lamp assembly f
Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs1. Make sure headlamp switch is inOFF position, then remove twoscrews from the lamp assembly.2. Carefully lift the
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease the
To replace the wiper blades:1. Pull the wiper arm away from thewindshield and lock into the serviceposition.2. Press and hold the tab on theblade and
OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITHOUT MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according toyour option package. Some of t
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTIONWarning symbols in this guideHow can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possibledamage to others, you
Compass calibration adjustmentPerform this adjustment in an openarea free from steel structures andhigh voltage lines:1. Press and hold the MODE contr
Zone variation modeMost geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point thatvaries slightly from the northerly direction on maps. A corre
Calibration modeTo calibrate the compass:1. Press and release the MODEbutton until the compass directionalheading is displayed.2. Hold down the MODE b
HomeLink姞 modeTrain modeNote: Do not train the HomeLink威 with the vehicle parked in the garage.To train a HomeLink威 button to control a specific devic
6. DID NOT TRAIN will be displayedif the channel did not properly train.7. Release the channel X button.Training is complete.Note: Additional training
Transmit mode1. Select the button for the desiredchannel (for example, for the garagedoor you wish to open).2. Press the button. CHANNEL XTRANSMIT is
HomeLink姞 default code modeHomeLink威 uses default codes for testing and for optional home lightingaccessories. To load the default codes:1. Simultaneo
Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter. Usethe power point.Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette ligh
Window lockThe window lock feature allows onlythe driver to operate the powerwindows.To lock out all the window controlsexcept for the driver’s press
Fold-away mirrorsPull the side mirrors in carefullywhen driving through a narrowspace, like an automatic car wash.Automatic dimming inside rear view m
SPECIAL NOTICESEmission warrantyThe New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-BumperCoverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and
Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on thepedals while the vehicle is moving.SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)With speed control set, you
Disengaging speed controlTo disengage the speed control:• Depress the brake pedalDisengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed.Resum
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
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)Radio control features• Press MODE to select AM, FM1,FM2, TAPE or CD (if equipped).In Radio mode:• Press NEXT to
• To close from the vent position, press and hold the control rearward.Do not let children play with the moon roof. They may seriouslyhurt themselves.
1. Press and hold the two outsidebuttons releasing only when the redlight begins to flash after 20seconds. Do not repeat step one toprogram additional
Note: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate step eight.8. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds andrelease the HomeLink威 bu
Operating the HomeLink姞 Wireless Control SystemTo operate, simply press and releasethe appropriate HomeLink威 button.Activation will now occur for thet
ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)The electronic message center onlyworks when the ignition is in theON position.The message center allows you to
SelectEach press of the SELECT controlwill select a different function.• Press the right side of the controlto advance the function to theright.• Pres
Special instructionsFor your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols.Please read the section Supplemental restraint
The message center will remain inthe DTE function until the SELECTcontrol is pressed to changefunctions.DTE is calculated using a runningaverage fuel
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
CELL PHONE USEThe use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasinglyimportant in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,dri
KEYSThe vehicle is equipped with a master (black) key and valet (gray) keylock system. The master key will access doors, trunk, glove box, ignitionand
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 and remotetransmitters out of a child’s reach.Unsupervised children could lockthemselves
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. After having waited the necessary time
To replace the battery:1. Twist a thin coin between the twohalves of the remote entrytransmitter near the key ring. DONOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVERAND CIR
Replacing lost transmittersTake all your vehicle’s transmittersto your dealer if service is required.If a remote transmitter has been lostand you woul
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-
The inside lights will not turn off if:• they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or• any door is open.The battery saver will shut off the in
7. With the ignition still in the ON position, press the unlock controlonce. After a five to ten second delay, the door will lock/unlock toconfirm suc
4. Press 1 • 2 to store the first personal code.5. The doors will lock then unlock to confirm programming of the newcode.To store a second personal co
Unlocking the doors and releasing the trunk with the keyless entrysystemTo unlock the driver door, enter either the factory-set code or personalcode (
Automatic armingThe vehicle is armed immediatelyafter switching the ignition to the 3(OFF) or 2 (LOCK) position. Theindicator on the instrument panelw
If your keys are lost or stolen you will need to do the following:• Use your spare key to start the vehicle, or• Have your vehicle towed to a dealersh
4. Turn the ignition to 3 (OFF) then 2 (LOCK) and remove the secondcoded key from the ignition.5. Within twenty seconds of removing the second coded k
SEATINGAdjustable head restraintsYour vehicle’s seats are equipped with head restraints which arevertically adjustable. The purpose of these head rest
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
Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleaseSymbolPanic Alarm Eng
Adjusting the power front seats – door mounted controls(if equipped)The controls for the power seats are located on the inside of each frontdoor.Never
Press to move the seat forward orbackward.Press to move the front portion ofthe seat cushion up or down.Press to move the rear portion ofthe seat cush
Your vehicle’s Personal Safety System consists of the following items:• Driver and passenger dual-stage air bag supplemental restraints• Driver and fr
information early in the crash event on the severity of the impact. Thisallows your Personal Safety System to distinguish between differentlevels of c
safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt buckle sensors, and the driverseat position sensor. In addition, the RCM also monitors the restraintswarn
In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likelyto die than a person wearing a safety belt.Each seating position in your vehicle h
2. To unfasten, push the releasebutton and remove the tongue fromthe buckle.Energy management feature• This vehicle has a seat belt system with an ene
When to use the automatic locking mode• Any time a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front outboardor any rear seating position. Children
How to disengage the automatic locking modeFord Motor Company recommends that all passenger safety beltassemblies and attaching hardware should be ins
Lap beltsAdjusting the front center seat lap beltThe lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around thehips, not across the waist.The lap be
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