Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 12Warning and control lights 12Gauges 16Entertainment Systems 20AM/FM stereo with CD 20AM/FM stereo with in-dash six
These are some of the symbols you may see on yourvehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety Alert See Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Air Bag-FrontAir Bag-
STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. ACCESSORY, allowsthe electricalaccessories such as theradio to operate whilethe engine is notrunning.2. LOCK, lock
When starting a fuel-injected engine, don’t press theaccelerator before or during starting. Only use theaccelerator when you have difficulty starting
If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission:• Make sure theparking brake is set.• Make sure thegearshift is in P(Park).If starting a vehiclew
Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate orilluminate briefly. If a light fails to illuminate, havethe vehicle serviced.• If the driver’s safety
Starting the engine1. Turn the key to 4(ON) without turningthe key to 5 (START).2. Turn the key to 5(START), then releasethe key as soon as theengine
Important ventilating informationIf the engine is idling while the vehicle is stoppedfor a long period of time, open the windows at least2.5 cm (one i
Even when the ABS isdisabled, normalbraking is still effective.(If your BRAKEwarning lamp illuminates with the parking brakereleased, have your brake
The BRAKE warninglamp will illuminate andwill remain illuminateduntil the parking brakeis released.To release, press and hold the button (2), pull the
TRACTION CONTROL姟 (IF EQUIPPED)Your vehicle may be equipped with a TractionControl娂 system. This system helps you maintainthe stability and steerabili
Aggressive driving in any road conditionscan cause you to lose control of your vehicleincreasing the risk of severe personal injury orproperty damage.
Vehicle Symbol GlossaryChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartmentRelease SymbolPanic Alarm Engine OilEngine CoolantEngine CoolantTemperat
When the key is in the ignition and in theOFF position, the automatic transmissionshift lever can be moved from the P (Park)position without the brake
allows the transmission to relearn these operatingparameters. This learning process could take severaltransmission upshifts and downshifts; during thi
Understanding the gearshift positions of the4–speed automatic transmissionP (Park)This position locks the transmission and preventsthe rear wheels fro
R (Reverse)With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehiclewill move backward. Always come to a completestop before shifting into and out of R (Re
• Use when driving conditions cause excessiveshifting from O/D to other gears. Examples: citytraffic, hilly terrain, heavy loads, trailer towingand wh
Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minuteor damage to the transmission and tires mayoccur, or the engine may overheat.MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATI
Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutchpedal or use the clutch pedal to hold your vehicle ata standstill while waiting on a hill. These acti
Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it maymove unexpectedly and injure someone. Use1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully.Removing the keyTur
VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT ATRAILERThis section will guide you in the proper loading ofyour vehicle and/or trailer, to keep your loadedvehicle
GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weightplaced on each axle (front and rear) – includingvehicle curb weight and all payload.GAWR (Gross Axle Weig
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESBase instrument clusterOptional instrument clusterMach 1 instrument clusterWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehic
Exceeding the Safety Certification Labelaxle weight rating limits could result insubstandard vehicle handling, performance, engine,transmission and/or
Examples: For a 2268 kg (5000 lbs.) conventionaltrailer, multiply 5000 by 0.10 and 0.15 to obtain aproper tongue load range of 227 to 340 kg (500 to75
All Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles:This applies to all cars and 4x2 trucks/sport utilitieswith rear wheel drive capability.• Place the transmission i
GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCETo fully assist you should you have a vehicleconcern, Ford Motor Company offers acomplimentary roadside assistance program.
USING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCEComplete the roadside assistance identification cardand place it in your wallet for quick reference. In theUnited States, thi
HAZARD FLASHERThe hazard flasher islocated on the steeringcolumn, just behind thesteering wheel. Thehazard flashers willoperate when the ignitionis in
FUSES AND RELAYSFusesIf electricalcomponents in thevehicle are notworking, a fuse mayhave blown. Blownfuses are identified by a broken wire within the
Passenger compartment fuse panelThe fuse panel is located below and to the left ofthe steering wheel by the brake pedal. Remove thepanel cover to acce
Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger CompartmentFuse Panel Description11 15A Back-up lamps12 2A Heated PCV13 15A Electronic flasher14 — Not used1
Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger CompartmentFuse Panel Description35 15A Shift lock actuator,Powertrain Control Module(PCM), Speed control se
Service engine soon:The Service enginesoon indicator lightilluminates when theignition is first turned to the ON position to checkthe bulb. Solid illu
The high-current fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescriptionRelay 1 — Fog lamp interruptRelay 2 — Int
Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription12 40A** Power locks13 30A* MACH 1000 right amplifiers14 20A* Fuel pump15 30A* MACH 1
T-Type/Mini-Spare Tire InformationYour vehicle may be equipped with aT-type/mini-spare tire. This tire will have the words“Temporary Use Only” molded
Use of a T-type/mini spare tire at any one wheellocation can lead to impairment of the following:• Handling, stability and braking performance• Comfor
4. Set the parking brake.5. Turn off the ignition.To change the tire:Note: Passengers should not remain in the vehiclewhen the vehicle is being jacked
4. Put the jack in thejack notch next to thetire you are changing.Turn the jack handleclockwise until thewheel is completely offthe ground.Never use t
8. Remove the jack andfully tighten the lugnuts in the ordershown.9.Put flat tire, wheelornament (if equipped),jack and lug wrenchaway. Make sure jack
Wheel lug nut torque specificationsRetighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 800km (500 miles) after any wheel disturbance (tirerotation, chan
brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brakesystem should be inspected immediately by yourservicing dealership.Driving a vehicle with the brake
Overdrive off:Illuminates when theoverdrive function ofthe transmission has been turned off, refer to theDriving chapter. If the light flashes steadil
GAUGESBase instrument cluster gaugesOptional instrument cluster gaugesMach 1 instrument cluster gaugesSpeedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed
• Optional instrumentcluster• Mach 1 instrumentclusterEngine coolanttemperature gauge:Indicates enginecoolant temperature. Atnormal operating temperat
Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed inrevolutions per minute. Driving with yourtachometer pointer continuously at the top of thescale may damage th
Engine oil pressuregauge: Indicatesengine oil pressure.The needle should stayin the normal operating range (between “L” and“H”). If the needle falls b
Seating and Safety Restraints 67Seating 67Safety restraints 71Air bags 82Child restraints 86Driving 100Starting 100Brakes 105Traction control 108Trans
AM/FM STEREO / SINGLE CD RADIO1. Balance:Press/ to shiftsound to the left/rightspeakers.2. Fade: Press/to shift sound to thefront/rear speakers.3. SCN
6. COMP(Compression): In CDmode, press to bringlouder and softer levels into more comfortablelistening level. The compression icon (c) will appearin t
14. CD: Press to enterCD mode or to play aCD already loaded intothe system.15. AM/FM: Press tochoose a frequencyband in radio mode.16. Bass:Press/ toi
3. Scan: Press to heara brief sampling of alllistenable radiostations, CD or MP3 tracks. Press again to stop.4. CLK: To set theclock press and holdthe
10. CD (Rewind):Press and hold untilthe desired selectionpoint is reached. This function is not enabled in MP3mode.11. MP3 directory:Allows you to lis
17. Power/volume:Press to turn ON/OFF;turn to increase ordecrease volume levels.18. CD: Press CD toplay a CD or MP3 disc.When the MP3 disc isloaded, C
Your MACH威 MP3 player is also equipped with ananti-shock buffer for MP3 discs.MP3 FILE DIRECTORY STRUCTUREThe MACH威 MP3 music system recognizes MP3 di
MACH姞 460 SATELLITE READY SOUNDSYSTEM RADIO — CD CHANGER COMPATIBLE(IF EQUIPPED)MACH姞 1000 SATELLITE READY SOUNDSYSTEM RADIO — CD CHANGER COMPATIBLE(I
The MACH 1000威 audio system is capable ofproducing very high sound pressure levels. For yourlistening comfort and protection, it is notrecommended to
• REAR SEAT - Enhances acoustic sound for therear seat passengers.4. MACH (MACH 1000only): Press to engageMACH 1000 mode.MACH 1000 mode enhances acous
Maintenance and Specifications 162Engine compartment 165Engine oil 168Battery 172Fuel information 183Tire Information 203Part numbers 217Refill capaci
9. Menu: Press MENUand SEL to accessclock mode, RDSon/off, Traffic, Program type, Show type andCompression modes.Traffic: Allows you to hear traffic b
Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radiostations without losing your original manually setpreset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . Press andmoment
recommended that homemade CDs be identifiedwith permanent felt tip marker rather thanadhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damageCDs. Please contact you
RADIO RECEPTION FACTORSThere are three factors that can effect radioreception:• Distance/strength: The further you travel from anFM station, the weake
CD units are designed to play commerciallypressed 12 cm (4.75 in) audio compact discsonly. Due to technical incompatibility, certainrecordable and re-
MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGSYSTEM1. Fan speedadjustment: Controlsthe volume of aircirculated in thevehicle.2. Temperature selection: Controls
• Under normal weather conditions, do not leavethe air flow selector in MAX A/C or OFF when thevehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to“breathe”
HEADLAMP CONTROL• The first positionturns on the parking,tail, license plate andside marker lamps.• The outer positionturns on theheadlamps.Foglamp co
Always remember to turn on yourheadlamps at dusk or during inclementweather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL)System does not activate your tail lamps a
If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignmentof your headlamps should be checked by a qualifiedservice technician.Headlamp vertical aim adjust
CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of itsconstituents, and certain vehiclecomponents contain or emit chemicals known tothe
5. Locate the verticaladjuster on eachheadlamp, then use a 6mm allen wrench orscrewdriver to adjustthe headlamp up ordown.6. HORIZONTAL AIMIS NOT REQU
Using the right bulbsReplacement bulbs are specified in the chart below.Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized“D.O.T.” for North America and
2. At the back of theheadlamp, pull tworetainer pins up torelease the headlampassembly.3. Pull headlampassembly forward anddisconnect theelectrical co
2. At the back of theheadlamp, pull tworetainer pins up torelease the headlampassembly.3. Pull headlampassembly forward androtate the bulb socketcount
Replacing foglamp bulbs1. Make sure theheadlamp switch is inthe OFF position.2. Rotate the foglampbulb socketcounterclockwise andremove from foglamp.3
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper:Rotate the end of thecontrol away from youto increase the intervalspeed of the wipers;rotate towards you todecrea
TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED)To adjust the steeringwheel:1. Pull and hold thesteering wheel releasecontrol toward you.2. Move the steeringwheel up
Always keep the power point caps closed when notbeing used.Power outlets are designed for accessory plugsonly. Do not hang any type of accessory oracc
Window lockThe window lockfeature allows only thedriver to operate thepower windows.To lock out all thewindow controls exceptfor the driver’s press th
Setting speed controlThe controls for usingyour speed control arelocated on the steeringwheel for yourconvenience.1. Press the ON controland release i
Fuel pump shut-off switch: In the eventof an accident the safety switch willautomatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine.The switch can also be
Increasing speed while using speed controlThere are two ways toset a higher speed:• Press and hold theSET ACCEL controluntil you get to thedesired spe
Turning off speed controlThere are two ways to turn off the speed control:• Depress the brake pedal or the clutch pedal (ifequipped). This will not er
A driver’s first responsibility is the safeoperation of the vehicle. The most importantthing you can do to prevent a crash is to avoiddistractions and
To lower the convertible top:1. Bring vehicle to a complete stop. Engage theparking brake and lower all windows. Key must be inthe ON position.2. Chec
Installation of the boot (if equipped)1. Push boot rearwardand engage boot underthe body molding atthe rear and sides.2. Fasten boot toquarter trim pa
Raising the convertible topThe convertible top will not operate unless theparking brake is engaged. Do not raise the top whilethe vehicle is moving be
KEYSThe key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case ofloss, replacement keys are available from yourdealer.You should always carry a second key wi
To open the luggagecompartment door (lid)from within theluggage compartment,pull the illuminated “T”shaped handle andpush up on the trunklid. The hand
On hot days, the temperature in the trunkor vehicle interior can rise very quickly.Exposure of people or animals to these hightemperatures for even a
• unlock the vehicledoors without a key.• lock all the vehicledoors without a key.• activate the personalalarm.• release the decklid.These features wi
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLEYour vehicle does not need an extensive break-in.Try not to drive continuously at the same speed forthe first 1,600 km (1,000
position to deactivate, or wait for the alarm totimeout in 3 minutes.Note: The panic alarm will only operate when theignition is in the 1 (ACCESSORY),
5. Snap the two halves back together.Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause theremote transmitter to become deprogrammed fromyour vehicle. Th
8. Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remoteentry transmitter.9. Turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF) position afteryou have finished programming al
Your vehicle comes with two coded keys; additionalcoded keys may be purchased from your dealer. Thedealer can program your spare keys to your vehicleo
Automatic armingThe vehicle is armedimmediately afterswitching the ignitionto the 3 (OFF)position.TheTHEFTindicatorwill flash every twoseconds when th
Programming spare keysYou can program your own coded keys to yourvehicle. Please read and understand the entireprocedure before you begin.Tips:• A max
5. Turn the ignition from the 3 (OFF) position to the4 (ON) position. Keep the ignition in the 4 (ON)position for at least one second but not more tha
SEATINGNotes:Reclining the seatback can cause anoccupant to slide under the seat’s safetybelt, resulting in severe personal injuries in theevent of a
Always drive and ride with your seatbackupright and the lap belt snug and low acrossthe hips.Lift handle to moveseat forward orbackward.Pull lever up
Always drive and ride with your seatbackupright and the lap belt snug and low acrossthe hips.Reclining the seatback can cause anoccupant to slide unde
Special instructionsFor your added safety, your vehicle is fitted withsophisticated electronic controls.Please read the section Supplementalrestraint
REAR SEATSUse the seatbackrelease to fold the backof the front seatforward for rear seatpassenger entry or exit.This release handle islocated on the l
SAFETY RESTRAINTSSafety restraints precautionsAlways drive and ride with your seatbackupright and the lap belt snug and low acrossthe hips.To reduce t
Each seating position in your vehicle has aspecific safety belt assembly which is madeup of one buckle and one tongue that are designedto be used as a
2. To unfasten, pushthe release button andremove the tonguefrom the buckle.Energy Management Feature• This vehicle has a safety belt system with anene
The front and rear outboard safety restraints in thevehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. Thefront passenger and rear seat outboard safety b
How to use the automatic locking mode• Buckle thecombination lap andshoulder belt.• Grasp the shoulderportion and pulldownward until theentire belt is
Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt andallow it to retract completely to disengage theautomatic locking mode and activate the vehiclesensitiv
Conditions of operationIf... Then...The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the ONposition...The safety belt war
The following are reasons most often given for notwearing safety belts: (All statistics based on U.S.data)Reasons given... Consider...“Crashes are rar
Reasons given... Consider...“I have an air bag” Air bags offer greater protectionwhen used with safety belts.Frontal airbags are not designedto inflat
Event Data RecordingOther modules in your vehicle — event datarecorders — are capable of collecting and storingdata during a crash or near crash event
• The parklamps/headlamps are in OFF position (Ifvehicle is equipped with Autolamps, this will notaffect the procedure).To reduce the risk of injury,
• Followed by three seconds with the safety beltwarning light off.• Once again, the safety belt warning light will flashfour times per second for thre
replaced. Safety belt assemblies not in use during acollision should also be inspected and replaced ifeither damage or improper operation is noted.Fai
Always transport children 12 years old andunder in the back seat and always properlyuse appropriate child restraints.The National Highway Traffic Safe
Children and air bagsChildren must alwaysbe properly restrained.Accident statisticssuggest that childrenare safer whenproperly restrained inthe rear s
The air bags inflate anddeflate rapidly uponactivation. After air bagdeployment, it isnormal to notice asmoke-like, powderyresidue or smell theburnt p
Several air bag system components get hotafter inflation. Do not touch them afterinflation.If the air bag has deployed, the air bag willnot function a
Air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) inthis chapter for special instructions about using airbags.Important child restraint precautionsYou are r
should wear the lap and shoulder belt. Moving thechild closer to the center of the vehicle may helpprovide a good shoulder belt fit.Do not leave child
• Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder andchest?• Can the child stay seated like this for the wholetrip?Types of booster seatsThere are two t
Notice to owners of Cobra vehiclesBefore you drive your vehicle, be sure to read theSVT Cobra Owner’s Guide supplement. This bookcontains important op
The importance of shoulder beltsUsing a booster without a shoulder belt increasesthe risk of a child’s head hitting a hard surface in acollision. For
• Review and followthe informationpresented in the Airbag supplementalrestraint system(SRS) section in thischapter.• Use the correctsafety belt buckle
Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’sinstructions included with the safety seatyou put in your vehicle. If you do not install anduse the safety s
1. Position the childsafety seat in a seatwith a combination lapand shoulder belt.Children 12 and under should be properlyrestrained in the rear seat
4. Insert the belttongue into the properbuckle (the buckleclosest to the directionthe tongue is comingfrom) for that seatingposition until you heara s
9. Before placing thechild in the seat,forcibly move the seatforward and back tomake sure the seat issecurely held in place.To check this, grab thesea
The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in thefollowing positions (shown from top view):Attach thetether straponly to theappropriate tetheranchor
5. Clip the tether strapto the anchor asshown.For Convertible only:The tether anchors onthe convertible arelocated on the lowerbackside of theseatback
7. Tighten the child safety seat tether strapaccording to the manufacturer’s instructions.If the safety seat is not anchored properly,the risk of a ch
The lower anchors forchild seat installationare located at the rearsection of the rear seatbetween the cushionand seat back. TheLATCH anchors arebelow
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