Ford 2005 Taurus v.1 Manuel d'utilisateur

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 10Warning and control lights 10Gauges 13Entertainment Systems 15AM/FM stereo 15AM/FM stereo cassette 16AM/FM stereo w

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

Safety belt usage sensorsThe driver and front outboard passenger safety belt buckles areequipped with sensors that detect if the safety belts are fast

Insert the tongue into the correctbuckle (the buckle closest to thedirection the tongue is comingfrom). To lengthen the belt, turn thetongue at a righ

shoulder and chest. Be sure the belt is not twisted. If the belt is twisted,remove the twist. Insert the tongue into the proper buckle for yourseating

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 and frontpassenger’s safety belts arebuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the ONposition or less than 1-2minutes h

Reasons given... Consider...“Crashes are rare events” 36700 crashes occur every day. Themore we drive, the more we areexposed to “rare” events, even f

Reasons given... Consider...“I have an air bag” Air bags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to infla

To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate the BeltMinder feature while driving the vehicle.1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or O

there are no nicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary. All safety beltassemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckleassemblies, b

• side air bags (if equipped). Refer to Side air bag system later in thischapter.• one or more impact and safing sensors.• the same indicator light, R

Brake system warning light: Toconfirm the brake system warninglight is functional, it willmomentarily illuminate when theignition is turned to the ON

Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries.Steps you can take to properl

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

are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the timeof air bag deployment. Thus, it is extremely important that occupants beproper

When the front passenger seat isoccupied and the sensing systemhas turned off the passenger’sfrontal airbag, the 9passenger airbagoff9 or 9pass airbag

Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclinedtoo far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect thedecision of the passe

Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the CustomerAssistance section of this Owners Guide.Any alteration/modification to the front passenge

Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag SRS, itsfuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an air bag. See yourFord or Lincoln Merc

Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do nottouch them after inflation.If the side air bag hasdeployed, the air bag willnot funct

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while thevehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child frominjury in a collision.Alwa

Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of thesequestions:• Can the child sit all the way backagainst the vehicle seat back withk

Engine oil pressure: Illuminateswhen the oil pressure falls below thenormal range, refer to Engine oil inthe Maintenance andspecifications chapter.Tra

The shoulder belt should cross the chest, resting snugly on the center ofthe shoulder. The lap belt should rest low and snug across the hips,never up

• Review and follow the informationpresented in the Air BagSupplemental Restraint Systemsection in this chapter.• Use the correct safety belt bucklefo

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.

6. Before placing the child into the child seat, forcibly tilt the child seatfrom side to side and in forward direction to make sure that the seat iss

• Sedan• Wagon4. Open the tether anchor cover.On wagons, snap the tether anchorcover off the anchor under the loadfloor.5. Clip the tether strap to th

• Sedan• WagonIf the tether strap is clipped incorrectly, the child safety seatmay not be retained properly in the event of a collision.6. Install the

Your vehicle has LATCH anchors for child seat installation at the seatingpositions marked with the child seat symbol.All the LATCH lower anchors areeq

lifting the front of the child seat. Keeping the child seat just touching thevehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash.Each time you us

GAUGESSpeedometer: Indicates thecurrent vehicle speed.Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolanttemperature. At normal operatingtempera

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,

• Make sure the parking brake isset.• Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park).• Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (START).Make sure the

Starting the engine1. Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5(START).2. Turn the key to 5 (START), thenrelease the key as soon as theengine

strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach-10°F (-23°C) or below. For best results, plug the heater in at least threehours

Refer to Brake system warninglight in the Instrument Clusterchapter for information on the brakesystem warning light.Four-wheel anti-lock brake system

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

During Traction Controly operation,the traction control active light willilluminate, you may hear an electricmotor type of sound coming fromthe engine

• Some noise is normal during operation. If the noise is excessive, checkfor low power steering pump fluid level before seeking service by yourdealer.

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

Fuel gauge: Indicatesapproximately how much fuel is leftin the fuel tank (when the ignitionis in the ON position). The fuelgauge may vary slightly whe

Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4–speed automatictransaxleThis vehicle is equipped with an adaptive Transmission Shift Strategy.Adaptive

• Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park)Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift islatched in P (Park). Turn

If necessary, try turning the Traction Controly system off. This will allowthe wheels to spin, which may help to free your stuck vehicle. For moreinfo

Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loador king pin w

GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) – is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo +passengers.GVWR (Gross Vehicle WeightRating) – is the maximumallowable weight of the

GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle(GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer.GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)

Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result inserious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury.TRAILER TOWINGYour vehicle is class

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

Driving while you towWhen towing a trailer:• Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut offautomatically when you are towing on long, stee

All Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles:It is not recommended to tow front wheel drive vehicles with the frontdrive wheels on the ground. It is recommend

AM/FM STEREO (IF EQUIPPED)1. Clock:To set the hour, press andhold the H control. When the desiredhour appears, release the control.To set the minute,

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

If your vehicle is a sedan, the fuelpump shut-off switch is located onthe right side of the trunk behindthe trunk liner.If your vehicle is a wagon, th

FUSESIf electrical components in thevehicle are not working, a fuse mayhave blown. Blown fuses areidentified by a broken wire withinthe fuse. Check th

To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panelcover.The fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/relaylocationFuse ampratingPassenger com

Fuse/relaylocationFuse ampratingPassenger compartment fusepanel description16 10A Not used (spare)17 15A Stop lamp, Speed controldeactivation switch18

Fuse/relaylocationFuse ampratingPassenger compartment fusepanel description30 10A Courtesy lighting, Battery saver,Power mirrors, Decklid lamp,Power a

Power distribution boxThe power distribution box islocated in the engine compartment.The power distribution box containshigh-current fuses that protec

Fuse/relaylocationFuse amp rating Power distribution boxdescription1 60A** Fuse junction panel2 30A** Powertrain Control Module (PCM)3 60A** Fuse junc

Fuse/relaylocationFuse amp rating Power distribution boxdescription29 — Wiper park relay30 — Fuel pump relay31 — PCM power relay32 — Fan relay33 — A/C

8. Tune: Press / to changefrequency down/up.9. Seek: Press and release/for previous/next listenable station.10. Power/volume: Press to turnON/OFF; tur

• drive through an automatic car wash, because of the vehicle’s reducedground clearance• try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove it from its

• Winter weather driving capability• Wet weather driving capability• All-Wheel Driving Capability (if applicable)• Load Leveling Adjustment (if applic

• In the sedan, these are located inthe trunk cargo area storagecompartment.• In the wagon, they are stored inthe left side rear trim panel forthe tem

5. Loosen each wheel lug nutone-half turn counterclockwise butdo not remove them until the wheelis raised off the ground.6. Put the jack in the jack n

11. Return the flat tire, jack and lugwrench to their proper storagelocations. Make sure the jack isfastened so it does not rattle whenyou drive.12. U

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

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

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

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

To set the minute, press and holdthe M control. When the desiredminute appears, release the control.3. CD: Press to play the CD (ifequipped).Note: Thi

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

Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized towtruck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual forproper hook-up

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDAt homeYou must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer forwarranty repairs. While any Ford dealership handli

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

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

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

In the CAMVAP program, impartial third-party arbitrators conducthearings at mutually convenient times and places in an informalenvironment. These impa

ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURETo order the publications in this portfolio, contact Helm, Incorporated at:HELM, INCORPORATEDP.O. Box 07150Detro

12. Side 1–2: Press to change tapedirection.13. FF (fast forward): Press toadvance the tape or CD.14. REW (rewind): Press to rewindthe tape or reverse

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

• 3.0L Vulcan engine• 3.0L Duratec engine• Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunning engine may cause internal damage.PL

WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADESThe windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should becleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, sub

• If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area firstwith Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14).• Never saturate the seat cover

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 thebottom of the instrument panel.2. Go to the front of the vehicle a

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT3.0L V6 Vulcan engine1. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick2. Brake fluid reservoir3. Air filter ass

AUDIO SYSTEM WITH AM/FM STEREO/SINGLE CD PLAYER(IF EQUIPPED)1. Clock: To set the hour, press andhold the H control. When thedesired hour appears, rele

3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine1. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick2. Brake fluid reservoir3. Air filter assembly4. Battery5. Engine oil dipstick6. En

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

Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate (if equipped)The opening for the reservoir islocated on the passenger side underthe tail lamp. Refil

• 3.0L Vulcan engine• 3.0L Duratec engine5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil indicator (dipstick).6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the ind

• If the oil level is between the two holes or between the MIN andMAX marks (depending on application), the oil level is acceptable.DO NOT ADD OIL.• 3

4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated.5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwiseuntil it stops.To

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

Seating and Safety Restraints 88Seating 88Safety restraints 92Air bags 108Child restraints 117Driving 130Starting 130Brakes 134Traction control 136Tra

6. Scan: Press to hear a briefsampling of all listenable radiostations or CD tracks. Press again tostop.7. CD: Press to play a CD. Pressagain to toggl

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 AUTOMOTIVE FUELSImportant safety precautionsDo not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tankmay cause leak

• Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If fuel is splashed in the eyes,remove contact lenses (if worn), flush with water for 15 minutes andseek med

Flexible fuel components and standard unleaded gasoline fuelcomponents are not interchangeable. If your vehicle is notserviced in accordance with flex

If the “Check Fuel Cap” indicator comes on or if “Service EngineSoon/Check Engine” indicator comes on and stays on when you start theengine, the fuel

Octane recommendationsDo not be concerned if your enginesometimes knocks lightly. However,if it knocks heavily under mostdriving conditions while you

in the United States) because it may cause these problems to becomemore pronounced. If the problems persist, see your dealer or a qualifiedservice tec

ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMYMeasuring techniquesYour best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, thedriver. You must gather inform

16. EJ (Eject): Press to eject a CD.17. AM/FM: Press to choose afrequency band (AM/FM1/FM2).CD CHANGER (IF EQUIPPED)Your CD changer is either located

2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (in litersor gallons).3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tan

• Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and mayreduce fuel economy.• Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fue

It is important to note the box in the lower left corner of the windowsticker. These numbers represent the Range of L/100 km (MPG)expected on the vehi

sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are notpermitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or preventit fro

condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, aminimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary asdescribed below

1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operatingtemperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will benear the center

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

7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should be inthe designated areas for normal operating temperature.Low fluid levelDo not

Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments orcleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmissionoperation and re

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

5. Line up the CD with the grooveof the disc holder. Ensure that thelabel on the CD faces downwards.6. Press the disc holder until it lockssecurely in

Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increasethe tire’s load carrying capability.• kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pr

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

next two numbers or letters are the plant code for where it wasmanufactured, the next two are the tire size code and the last fournumbers represent th

The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings suchas standard load, radial tubeless, etc.Additional information contained on the

Information on “T” type tiresT145/80D16 is an example of a tiresize.Note: The temporary tire size foryour vehicle may be different fromthis example.1.

inaccurate. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial type tirepressure gauge rather than a stick type tire pressure gauge.Use the recommended cold

5. Repeat this procedure for each tire, including the spare.Note: Some spare tires require higher inflation pressure than the othertires. Check the ti

• 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

Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask a qualified technician at aFord or Lincoln/Mercury dealership to check for and correct any wheelmisalignment,

If your vehicle has a leak in the exhaust system, a road tire or the sparetire may be exposed to hot exhaust temperatures requiring the tire to berepl

• Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the holeand turning the hub.• Remove loose labels before inserting tapes.• Allow tapes

Never spin the tires in excess of the 35 mph (55 km/h) pointindicated on the speedometer.Highway hazardsNo matter how carefully you drive there’s alwa

• Do not exceed 30 mph (48 km/h) with tire cables on your vehicle.MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent 3.0L V6 Vulcanengine3.0L FFV V6engine3.0L DOHC V6Du

Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for sparkplug gap information.REFILL CAPACITIESFluid Ford PartNameApplication CapacityBrak

Fluid Ford PartNameApplication CapacityAutomatictransaxle -4F50NMotorcraftMERCONtVATF3.0L V6 Vulcanengine12.8L (13.5quarts)3.0L V6 Duratecengine12.7L

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONSItemsFord PartName orequivalentFord PartNumberFordSpecificationBrake fluid Motorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeF

ItemsFord PartName orequivalentFord PartNumberFordSpecificationWindshieldwasher fluidMotorcrarftPremiumWindshieldWasherConcentrateZC-32–A WSB-M8B16–A2

VEHICLE DIMENSIONSVehicle dimensions Sedan - inches(mm)Wagon - inches (mm)(1) Overall length 197.6 (5020) 197.7 (5022)(2) Overall width 73.0 (1855) 73

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

1. World manufacturer identifier2. Brake type and gross vehicleweight rating (GVWR)3. Vehicle line, series, body type4. Engine type5. Check digit6. Mo

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED)1. Temperature selection:Controls the temperature of theairflow in the vehicle.2. Passenger air

Truck application:Code Transmission DescriptionManual transmissionM Manual 5–speed (AKK))C Manual 5–speed overdrive (Close ratio)W Manual 5–speed over

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

AAccessory delay ...49Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ...108–109, 115and child safety seats ...

instrument panel ...184interior ...184interior trim ...185plastic parts ..

recommendations ...195refill capacities ...232specifications ...234–235Exhaust fumes ...

KKeyless entry system ...81Keyspositions of the ignition ...130LLampsautolamp system ...30bulb replacementspec

Remote entry systemilluminated entry ...79locking/unlocking doors ...73opening the trunk ...77Roadside as

brake-shift interlock (BSI) ...138fluid, checking and adding(automatic) ...216lubricant specifications ...234Trunk .

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

ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (EATC)SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)1. OFF: Outside air is shut out andthe fan will not operate.2. A/C: Press to activa

6. Auto: Press to engage fullautomatic operation, and select thedesired temperature using thetemperature control. The system will automatically determ

• 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

CABIN AIR FILTER (IF EQUIPPED)Your vehicle may be equipped with a Cabin air filter. The particulate airfiltration system is designed to reduce the con

Maintenance and Specifications 187Engine compartment 189Engine oil 192Battery 196Fuel information 203Tire Information 219Part numbers 231Refill capaci

HEADLAMP CONTROLTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parking lamps,instrument panel lamps, licenseplate 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 toward you slightly to acti

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

To see a clearer light pattern foradjusting, you may want to blockthe light from one headlamp whileadjusting the other.5. Locate the vertical adjuster

Dome lamps and map lamps• ON orD: The dome light willstay on.•• DOOR or middle position: Thedome light will only come on if adoor is opened.• OFF or:

Rear dome lamp (if equipped)The dome lamp lights when:• any door is opened with thecontrol in the middle position.• the instrument panel dimmerswitch

Function Number of bulbsTradenumberRear turn lamp (wagon) 2 3456KBackup lamp 2 921Backup lamp (wagon) 2 3156License plate lamp 2 168High-mount brake l

Replacing headlamp bulbsTo remove the headlamp bulb:1. Make sure headlamp switch is inOFF position.2. Remove the bolt from theheadlamp housing.3. At t

5. Disconnect the electricalconnector from the bulb by pullingrearward.6. Remove the bulb retaining ring byrotating it counterclockwise.7. Remove the

2. Install the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base and lock the ringby rotating clockwise until it snaps into place.3. Connect the electrical co

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

5. Carefully pull bulb straight out ofthe socket and push in the newbulb.6. Install the bulb socket into thelamp assembly by rotating itclockwise.7. C

Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs — Wagon only1. Open liftgate.2. Remove two screw covers, screwsand handle from liftgate.3. Remove two screws and

7. Carefully lift the lamp assemblyaway from the liftgate.8. Remove the bulb socket byrotating it counterclockwise andpulling it out from the lampasse

Replacing license plate lamp bulbsWagon1. Make sure headlamp switch is inOFF position and remove screw andthe license plate lamp assemblyfrom liftgate

Replacing tail/brake/turn signal/backup lamp bulbsSedanThe tail lamp, brake lamp, turnsignal lamp and backup lamp bulbsare located in the same portion

WagonThe tail lamp/turn lampbulbs/brake/backup are located inthe same portion of the tail lampassembly, one just below the other.Follow the same steps

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

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

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)Lift the mirror cover to turn on thevisor mirror lamp. The visor willslide back and forth on the rod forincrease

Press and hold the bottom part ofthe rocker switch to open thewindow. Press and hold the top partof the rocker switch to close thewindow.One touch dow

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTIONWarning symbols in this guideHow can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? Inthis guide, answ

MIRRORSAutomatic dimming inside rear view mirror (if equipped)Your vehicle is equipped with an inside rear view mirror which has anauto-dimming functi

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

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 ACC control.Turning off speed controlThere are two ways to turn off

with a single built-in device. This feature will learn the radio frequencycodes of most transmitters to operate garage doors, entry gate operators,sec

3. Simultaneously press and holdboth the HomeLinkt and hand-heldtransmitter button. Do not releasethe buttons until step 4 has beencompleted.Some entr

Gate Operator & Canadian ProgrammingDuring programming, yourhand-held transmitter mayautomatically stop transmitting —not allowing enough time for

Erasing HomeLinkT buttonsTo erase the three programmedbuttons (individual buttons cannotbe erased):• Press and hold the two outerHomeLinkt buttons unt

Selectable featuresResetPress this control to select and reset functions shown in the INFO menuand SETUP menu.Info menuThis control displays the follo

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

Average fuel economy (AFE)Select this function from the INFOmenu to display your average fueleconomy in liters/100 km ormiles/U.S. gallon.If you calcu

Outside air temperature (if equipped)Press and hold the INFO button for2 seconds to display the outsidetemperature. To switch from a blankdisplay to t

2. Start the engine.3. Press and hold the INFO button for 2 seconds to select theCompass/Odometer function. (Do not select Trip, DTE, or AFE. The topo

9. Slowly drive the vehicle in acircle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h])until the CIRCLE SLOWLY TOCALIBRATE indicator changes toCALIBRATION COMPLETED. Thiswi

Units (English/Metric)1. Select this function from theSETUP menu for the current unitsto be displayed.2. Press the RESET control tochange from English

the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing theRESET control and clearing the warning message.Warning messages that have been res

RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the right rear door is notcompletely closed.PARK BRAKE ENGAGED. Displayed when the park brake is engaged.If the w

LOW BRAKE FLUID. Indicates the brake fluid level is low and thebrake system should be inspected immediately. Refer to Checking andadding brake fluid i

• Coin holder slots• Compact disc changer (if equipped)• Tissue holder• Rear ashtray (see your Ford, Lincoln Mercury dealer to obtain rearashtrayUse o

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 instructionsFor your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols.Please read the section Supplemental restraint

The liftgate and liftgate window should be closed before driving yourvehicle. If not, possible damage may occur to the liftgate lift cylindersand atta

Do not place any objects on the cargo area cover. They mayobstruct your vision or strike occupants of the vehicle in thecase of a sudden stop or colli

The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it isnot securely installed.Cargo utility hooks (Sedan)The utility hooks located inside the

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

4. Press the power door unlock control three times.5. Turn the ignition back to the 4 (ON) position. The horn will chirp.6. Press the unlock control,

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

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

Locking the doors1. Press and release to lock all the doors and liftgate (wagon), turnoff the interior lamps (if they were on) and arm the anti-theft

2. Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals on the backsurface of the circuit board.3. Remove the old battery. Note: Please refer to local r

4. Cycle eight times rapidly (within 10 seconds) between the 3 (OFF)position and 4 (ON). Note: The eighth turn must end in the 4 (ON)position.5. The d

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-

On vehicles equipped with the autolamps feature, the following items willilluminate:• Puddle lamps (if equipped)• Head lamps• Park lamps• Tail lampsOn

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)You can use the keyless entrykeypad to:• lock or unlock the doors withoutusing a key.• open the trunk or liftgate (w

2. Press and release the 1 • 2 within five seconds of completing Step 1.3. Press and hold the 1 • 2 for two seconds to erase the customerprogrammed co

1. Turn the ignition key to the 4 (ON) position.2. Press the power door unlock control three times.3. Turn the ignition key from the 4 (ON) to the 3 (

• When the ignition is in the 4 (ON) position, the indicator will glow for3 seconds, then turn off to indicate normal system functionality.If a proble

• Only use Securilocky keys.• You must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys thatalready operate your vehicle’s engine) and the new unprogra

PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)The perimeter anti-theft system will warn you in the event of anunauthorized entry to your vehicle.If there is any

Triggering the anti-theft systemThe armed system will be triggered if:• Any door, liftgate (wagon) or the hood is opened without using thekey or the r

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

Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)The lumbar control is located on thefront of the seat cushion.Turn to adjust lumbar support.Adjusting the

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

Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion.Press to raise or lower the frontportion o

Make sure that the safety belt for the rear center passenger is properlyrouted over the rear seatback.3rd seat (if equipped) (wagon only)The third sea

To close the seat, make sure the safety belts are properly stowed, thenlift the remote latch release and push the seat down until it latches. Pullup o

the system. Rather, it means the Personal Safety System determined theaccident conditions (crash severity, belt usage, etc.) were notappropriate to ac

Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place arear-facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you mustuse a forward-facin

manner in response to the occupant’s forward momentum. This helpsreduce the risk of force-related injuries to the occupant’s chest bylimiting the load

All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should alwaysproperly wear their safety belts, even when an air bagsupplemental restraint system (

2. To unfasten, push the releasebutton and remove the tongue fromthe buckle.Energy management retractorsYour vehicle has a seat belt system equipped w

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

After any vehicle collision, the seat belt system at all outboardseating positions (except driver, which has no “automatic lockingretractor” feature)