Ford 2006 Freestar v.2 Manuel d'utilisateur

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 10Warning and control lights 10Gauges 16Entertainment Systems 19AM/FM stereo 19AM/FM stereo with CD 21AM/FM stereo ca

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESStandard instrument clusterOptional instrument clusterWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may

5. Snap the two halves back together.Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitterto become deprogrammed from your vehicle. T

8. Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remote entry transmitter.9. Turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF) position after you have finishedprogramming a

Perimeter lamps illuminated entry (if equipped)The exterior lamps illuminate when the vehicle is unlocked using theremote entry transmitter, keyless k

Note: The puddle lamps cannot be deactivated. Performing thisdeactivation procedure will only deactivate the head, park and tail lamps.For information

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)You can use the keyless entrykeypad to:• lock or unlock the doors without using a key.• activate or deactivate the a

4. Enter a sixth digit if you wish to have the personal entry code recallmemory position Driver 1 or Driver 2 (if equipped with the memoryseat/side vi

Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entryTo unlock the driver’s door, enter the factory set 5-digit code or yourpersonal code. Each number m

Deactivating/reactivating the autolock feature using the keypad(if equipped)Your vehicle comes with the autolock feature activated. Todeactivate/react

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

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 an author

Check engine: The Check Engineindicator light illuminates when theignition is first turned to the ONposition to check the bulb. Solidillumination afte

3. Within ten seconds of removing the first coded key, insert the secondpreviously programmed coded key into the ignition and turn the ignitionfrom th

Twenty seconds after one of the above events occurs, any door/hood thatis closed is armed.Any door/hood that is still open is prearmed and waiting for

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

Push control to lower head restraint.Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving

Before returning the seatback to its original position, make surethat cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback.After returning the sea

The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion.Press to raise or lower the frontportion of the seat cushion.Press to raise or lower t

Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)The lumbar control is located on theinboard side of the seat under thearmrest.Rotate the control to chang

REAR SEATSHead restraintsLift the head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possiblebehind your head.The head restraints can be mov

The cupholder is designed to detach from the seat when subjected toheavy load. The cupholder can be reinstalled by returning to the closedposition.Use

• 2nd row bench seat (if equipped)Note: This seat can be movedforward to keep a child in aLATCH child restraint attachedto the LATCH anchors at thecen

Anti-lock brake system: If theABS light stays illuminated orcontinues to flash, a malfunction hasbeen detected, have the systemserviced immediately by

Accessing the third row seat with a second row bucket seatEnsure head restraint is in the fulldown position and seat is adjustedto full rear position

Continuing to lift the handle willtumble the seat forward, allowingeasier access to the third row seat.After entering the 3rd row seat,return the seat

Before returning the seatback to its original position, make surethat cargo or any objects are not trapped underneath theseatback. After returning the

Exiting the third row seatSecond row bucket seats (if equipped)Follow directions for accessing the third row seatSecond row bench seatTo exit the thir

Removal of second row seats from vehicle1. Place the front row seat in a forward position to allow the 2nd rowseat to be fully upright.2. Place the 2n

6. With the assist handle, pull theseat rearward.7. Remove the seat from vehicle.Second row bench seat1. Detach the lap/shoulder beltsfrom both sides

2. Find the clips attached near theends of the lap/shoulder belts.3. Clip the end of the belt to thestationary portion of the shoulderbelt coming out

4. Position seatback in full downposition.5. From behind seat pull straightback on the release handles locatedon each side of the seat, releasingthe r

2. Install seat onto rear pin of fronttub at a 30 to 45 degree angle.3. Rotate the seat forward until itlatches onto the front pin.4. Rotate seat rear

5. Operate recline lever and pushthe seat back upright.Ensure seat is latched to vehicle floor by pushing/pulling on seat.If not latched, the seat may

Traction Control娂 orAdvanceTrac威 active (ifequipped): Illuminates when theTraction Control娂 is active, refer tothe Driving chapter for moreinformation

3. Lower back of seat onto the reartubs until both release controls latchinto place. Be sure that the seat islocked in place both front and back.Do no

2. If you plan to carry very largeobjects or items that might damagethe center lap/shoulder belt, detachthe belt from the seat. Use a key orsafety bel

4. Store the belt in the housingfound on the ceiling by inserting thesmaller tongue in the slot provided.Note: The seat can be stowed withthe safety b

Important: If you don’t let go ofthe number 1 strap before the seatback folds completely, the seat maynot stow flat in the tub. Refer to thelabel atta

8. Pull the number 3 strap on the seat back to tumble seat all the way into the tub in the floor.Do not use the seat anchors as cargo tie downs.Unstow

2. To return the seat back to theseating position, pull the number 1strap, then while holding thenumber 1 strap, pull the number 3strap to raise the s

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

3. To return the seat, ensure seatlatching area is free of objects.Then, raise the seat off the liftgatescuff plate and push at the top ofthe seat bac

How does the Personal Safety System姟 work?The Personal Safety System娂 can adapt the deployment strategy of yourvehicle’s safety devices according to c

Front passenger sensing systemFor airbags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and thisforce can pose a potentially deadly risk to occu

Low washer fluid: Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low.• Without Message Center• With Message CenterDoor ajar: Illuminates when the ign

Front safety belt pretensionersThe safety belt pretensioners at the front outboard seating positions aredesigned to tighten the safety belts firmly ag

Safety belt precautionsAlways drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across the hips.To reduce the risk of injury, mak

Combination lap and shoulder belts1. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) until

All safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulderbelts. All of the passenger combination lap and shoulder belts have twotypes of l

• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is pulled out.• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a cl

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

Safety belt warning light and indicator chimeThe safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and achime sounds to remind the occup

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

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts(All statistics based on U.S. data):Reasons given... Consider...“Crashes are ra

Reasons given... Consider...“I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to inflate

Bulb warning: Illuminates when one of the exterior front turn lamps orrear brake/turn/tail lamps bulb has burned out.• Without Message Center• With Me

• The gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission)• The ignition switch is in the OFF position• The driver and front passenger safety belts are u

Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder beltacross the torso.Safety belt maintenanceInspect the safety belt systems periodically to ma

AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)The airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is designed to work inconjunction with the safety belts to he

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the backseat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.The National Highway Traffic Saf

Children and airbagsChildren must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rear

The airbags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After airbagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burnt

• a readiness light and tone.• diagnostic module.• and the electrical wiring which connects the components.The diagnostic module monitors its own inte

For side airbag equipped vehicles, the front passenger sensing systemwill turn off the passenger seat side airbag if:• the seat is empty and safety be

If a person of adult size is sitting in the front passenger’s seat, but the⬙passenger airbag off⬙ or ⬙pass airbag off⬙ indicator lamp is lit, it ispos

The front passenger sensing system may detect small or medium objectsplaced on the seat cushion. For most objects that are in the frontpassenger seat,

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

To reduce the risk of possible serious injury:Do not stow objects in seat back map pocket (if equipped) orhang objects off seat back if a child is in

An out of position front center occupant could affect thedecision of the front passenger sensing system.If it is necessary to modify an advanced front

Do not use accessory seat covers. The use of accessory seatcovers may prevent the deployment of the side airbags andincrease the risk of injury in an

The side airbags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of thefront seats. In certain lateral collisions, the airbag on the side affected by

Safety Canopy姟 system (if equipped)Do not place objects ormount equipment on ornear the headliner at the siderailthat may come into contact with adepl

How does the Safety Canopy姟 system work?The design and development of theSafety Canopy娂 system includedrecommended testing proceduresthat were develop

The Safety Canopy娂 system is designed to activate when the vehiclesustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the side crash sensor toclose an e

Any difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of thefollowing:• The readiness airbag light (same light as for front airbag system) willei

Children and safety beltsIf the child is the proper size, restrain the child in a safety seat. Childrenwho are too large for child safety seats (as sp

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

Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of the vehicle.• Without Message CenterTo switch the display from Metric toEnglish, press and hold th

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

When children should use booster seatsChildren need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow thetoddler seat until they are big enough for the

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

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

When installing a child safety seat:• Review and follow the informationpresented in the AirbagSupplemental Restraint Systemsection in this chapter.• U

Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder beltsAirbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place arear-facing chil

3. While holding the shoulder andlap belt portions together, route thetongue through the child seataccording to the child seatmanufacturer’s instructi

7. Pull the lap belt portion acrossthe child seat toward the buckle andpull up on the shoulder belt whilepushing down with your knee on thechild seat.

The tether anchors in your vehicleare in the positions shown:The front passenger seat with power adjustment does not have atether anchor. The two teth

2. Route the child safety seat tetherstrap over the back of the seat. Ifthe head restraint is adjustable,route the tether strap under thehead restrain

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

If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly (as shown) thechild safety seat may not beretained properly in the event of acollision.5. Rotate the tether

Rear seating positionsFollow Steps 1–7 as described above for the following available seats:• 2nd row bucket• 2nd row bench• 3rd row benchFor addition

Your vehicle has LATCH anchors for child seat installation at the seatingpositions marked with the child seat symbol.If your vehicle has a second rowb

Follow the child seat manufacturer’s instructions to properly install achild seat with LATCH attachments.Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child s

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADINGNew vehicles are fitted with tiresthat have a rating on them calledTire Quality Grades. The Qualitygrade

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

• Extra load: A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry aheavier maximum load at 41 psi [43 psi (2.9 bar) for Metric tires].Increasing the

Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tireperformance and wear. Under-inflation or over-inflation may causeuneven treadwear patterns

To check the pressure in your tire(s):1. Make sure the tires are cool, meaning they are not hot from drivingeven a mile.Note: If you have to drive a d

Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wearabnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, andreplace them

AUDIO SYSTEMSAM/FM stereo system (if equipped)1./ Tuner: Press tomanually go up or down the radiofrequency. Also use in menu modeto select various set

This begins with the letters “DOT” and indicates that the tire meets allfederal standards. The next two numbers or letters are the plant codedesignati

is malfunctioning. Your replacement tire might be incompatible with yourTPMS, or some component of the TPMS may be damaged.Safety practicesDriving hab

Front wheel drive (FWD) vehicles and those with an independent rearsuspension (if equipped) may require alignment of all four wheels.The tires should

Note: After having your tires rotated, inflation pressure must be checkedand adjusted to the vehicle requirements.INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SI

Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is notrequired by federal law.7. H: Indicates the tire’s speed rating. The speed ratin

9. M+S or M/S: Mud and Snow, orAT: All Terrain, orAS: All Season.10. Tire Ply Composition and Material Used: Indicates the number ofplies or the numbe

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires“LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires;

Information on “T” type tires“T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below:T145/8

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)Each tire, including the spare (ifprovided), should be checkedmonthly when cold and inflated tothe inflation pre

Changing tires with TPMSEach road tire is equipped witha tire pressure sensor fastenedto the inside rim of the wheel.The pressure sensor is coveredby

Seating and Safety Restraints 112Seating 112Safety restraints 137Airbags 152Child restraints 167Tires, Wheels and Loading 184Tire Information 184Tire

3. Seek: Press to access thenext/previous strong station ortrack.4. Memory presets: To set astation: Select frequency bandAM/FM; tune to a station, pr

When your temporary spare tire is installed (if equipped)When one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporaryspare (T-type spare/Mini s

Low Tire PressureWarning LightPossible cause Customer Action RequiredSolid Warning Light Tire(s)under-inflated1. Check your tire pressure toensure tir

Low Tire PressureWarning LightPossible cause Customer Action RequiredFlashing WarningLight (flashes for ashort time either atstart-up or whiledriving)

How temperature affects your tire pressureThe Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) monitors tire pressure ineach pneumatic tire. The pressure in eac

Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains:• Use only cable type SAE Class “S” chains. Conventional link or othertype chains may cause d

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that thevehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Lab

Example only:Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowableweight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). Thesenumbers are shown on the S

GVWR (Gross Vehicle WeightRating) – is the maximumallowable weight of the fully loadedvehicle (including all options,equipment, passengers and cargo).

Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight – is the highest possible weight of afully loaded trailer the vehicle can tow. It assumes a vehicle with onlymandatory o

AM/FM stereo/ single CD sound system (if equipped)1./ Tuner: Press tomanually go up or down the radiofrequency. Also use in menu modeto select various

The following gives you a few examples on how to calculate the availableamount of cargo and luggage load capacity:• Another example for your vehicle w

to isolate the vehicle lighting circuitry from the trailer lighting and anadapter wiring harness containing the standard 4-pin trailer plug. Referto t

Vehicle towing capability/Trailerhitch requirementTrailerModel/EngineGCWR -lb. (kg)Hitch typerequiredTrailer Weightrange - lb. (kg)Tongue loadVan, 3.9

Safety chainsAlways connect the trailer’s safety chains to the hook retainers on thehitch. To connect the trailer’s safety chains, cross the chains un

• Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut offautomatically when you are towing on long, steep grades.• Consult your local motor vehicle

RECREATIONAL TOWINGFollow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to towyour vehicle with all four wheels on the ground (such as beh

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,

• Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (START).Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights andchimes in the Instrume

Important ventilating informationIf the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period oftime, open the windows at least one inch (2.

Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use / / SEEK .Balance: Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers.Use/ / SEEK .Fade: Pr

ABS warning lampThe ABS lamp in the instrumentcluster momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition is turned on. Ifthe light does not illuminate duringsta

Parking brakeTo set the parking brake, pull thehandle up as far as possible. TheBRAKE warning lamp will illuminateand will remain illuminated until th

• Maneuvering quickly to avoid an accident, pedestrian or obstacle• Hitting a patch of ice• Changing lanes on a snow-rutted road• Entering a snow-free

• A slight deceleration of the vehicle• The AdvanceTrac威 indicator light will illuminate• If your foot is on the brake pedal, you will feel a vibratio

If the steering wanders or pulls, check for:• an improperly inflated tire• uneven tire wear• loose or worn suspension components• loose or worn steeri

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

To put your vehicle in gear:• Start the engine• Depress the brake pedal• Move the gearshift lever into the desired gearTo put your vehicle in P (Park)

When parking, do not use the gearshift in place of the parkingbrake. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that thegearshift is securely la

This system is not designed to prevent contact with small ormoving objects. The system is designed to provide a warning toassist the driver in detecti

The RSS is automatically enabledwhen the gear selector is placed inR (Reverse) and the ignition is ON.The park aid disable switch allowsthe driver to

10. Fast forward: Press tomanually advance in a CD track.11. Rewind: Press to manuallyreverse in a CD track.12. Memory presets: To set astation: Selec

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCEGetting roadside assistanceTo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside

• towing of your disabled vehicle• emergency travel expense reimbursement• travel planning benefitsUsing roadside assistanceComplete the roadside assi

Note: With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery.FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCHThis device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to

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

The fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description1 Relay Accessory delay relay 12 Relay Acces

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description12 5A Brake-Shift Interlock (BSI) Runfeed, Climate control system Runfeed13

Power distribution boxThe power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. Thepower distribution box contains high-current fuses that prot

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription3 30A** Left cooling fan4 30A** Starter solenoid5 30A** Right-hand power sliding door

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription40 15A* Engine #1 (A/C relay coil, IMRC,HEGO sensors, Canister purge,Transmission mod

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription60 30A* SJB #4 – Back-up lamps, Doorlocks61 — Not used62 30A* SJB #3 – Right cornerin

AM/FM stereo cassette/single CD sound system (if equipped)1./ Tuner: Press tomanually go up or down the radiofrequency. Also use in menu modeto select

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription75 Diode PCM76 Diode A/C clutch* Mini Fuse ** Cartridge FuseAuxiliary relay box (cool

CHANGING A FLAT TIREIf you get a flat tire while driving:• do not brake heavily.• gradually decrease the vehicle’s speed.• hold the steering wheel fir

• 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

• Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time• Use commercial car washing equipment• Try to repair the dissimilar spare tireUse of one of the di

When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel additionalcaution should be given to:• Towing a trailer• Driving vehicles equipped with a

Removing the spare tire1. Wagon only: Open liftgate andlift flap in the carpeting on the reartub cargo floor to expose the hexnut. Insert the lug nut

Tire change procedureWhen one of the front wheels is off the ground, the transaxlealone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off theja

4. Removing the optional wheelcover or center ornament:• To remove a bolt-on wheel cover(if equipped) loosen the plasticnuts on the center ornament wi

If Ford Accessory Running Boardshave been installed, use the jackadapters supplied with the runningboards as described on the inside ofthe jack storag

11. Remove the jack and fullytighten the lug nuts in the ordershown. Refer to Wheel lug nuttorque specifications later in thischapter for the proper l

Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers.Use/ / SEEK .Speed sensitive volume (if equipped): Radio volume automaticallychang

3. Lay the tire flat and secure the cable with wing screw by installing iton the wing screw retainer in the floor and turning the wing screwclockwise.

WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONSRetighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles (800 km)after any wheel disturbance (rotation, flat tir

2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this coulddamage the vehicle’s electrical system.3. Park the booster vehicle close to the

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 dealer for warrantyrepairs. While any authorized dealer handling

In Canada:Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E41-800-565-3673 (FORD)www.ford.caIf yo

10. Repeat: Press to repeat thecurrent CD track.11. Fast forward: Press tomanually advance in a CD track orcassette.12. Rewind: Press to manuallyrever

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 BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM(U.S. ONLY)Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer.Experience has sh

What kinds of cases does the Board review?Unresolved warranty repair concerns or vehicle performance concerns ason Ford and Lincoln Mercury cars and F

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

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

The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relatively speedyalternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce asettlement have

GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADABefore exporting your vehicle to a foreign country, contact theappropriate foreign embassy or consulate.

Or call:For a free publication catalog, order toll free: 1-800-782-4356Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. ESTHelm, Incorporated can also be reached b

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

WAXINGApplying Motorcraft Paint Sealant (ZC-45) to your vehicle every sixmonths will assist in reducing minor scratches and paint damage.• Wash the ve

20. CD slot: Insert a CD label sideup.21. Seek:Press to access theprevious strong station or track.22. Scan: Press for a brief samplingof radio statio

ENGINEEngines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing:• Take care when

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

INTERIOR TRIM• Clean the interior trim areas with a damp cloth, then with a clean, drycloth; you may also use Motorcraft Dash & Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-

Note: In some instances, color or dye transfer can occur when wetclothing comes in contact with leather upholstery. If this occurs, theleather should

Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (U.S. only) (ZC-14)Motorcraft Tire Clean and Shine (ZC-28)Motorcraft Triple Clean (U.S. only) (ZC-13)Motorcraft Ultr

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle:• We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation.• We provide sc

OPENING THE HOOD1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom left corner of the instrumentpanel.2. Go to the front of th

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT3.9L/4.2L V6 engines1. Brake fluid reservoir2. Air filter assembly3. Power distribution box4. Battery5

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

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADESTo replace the wiper blades:1. Pull the wiper arm away from thewindshield and lock into the serviceposition.2. Turn the blade

3. Menu: Press to toggle throughthe following modes:Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use/ / SEEK .Bass: Press to adjust the bass setting. U

5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level indicator (dipstick).6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain.•

• Do not overfill the enginewith oil. Oil levels above thismark may cause enginedamage. If the engine isoverfilled, some oil must beremoved from the e

Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil.Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the AmericanPetroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol co

If the electrolyte level in the battery is low, you can add plain tap waterto the battery, as long as you do not use hard water (water with a highmine

It is normal for your transaxle to shift abruptly during the first fewhundred kilometers (miles) of operation until the adaptive strategy hasbeen lear

• 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

6. Text: In CD mode, press todisplay the track name, artist nameand disc name (if available).7. Shuffle: Press to play tracks inrandom order.8. Comp (

FUEL FILTERFor fuel filter replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer toscheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals forchangin

Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel:• Extinguish all smoking materialsand any open flames beforerefueling your vehicle.• Al

RefuelingFuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severeinjuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others:• Read and follow all the instr

If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel fillercap that is designed for your vehicle. The customer warranty maybe void for any

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

• The indicator may come on. For more information on the “checkengine” or the “service engine soon” indicator, refer to Warning lightsand chimes in th

• Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time.Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent.Calculating fu

• Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy.• Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy.•You may want to t

EPA window stickerEvery new vehicle should have the EPA window sticker. Contact yourauthorized dealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your

Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentiallylethal fumes into the passenger compartment.Do not make any unauthorized changes to your v

Maintenance and Specifications 275Engine compartment 277Engine oil 279Battery 282Engine Coolant 285Fuel information 290Air filter(s) 303Part numbers 3

17. CD: Press to enter CD mode. Ifa CD is already loaded into thesystem, CD play will begin where itended last.18. LOAD: Press to load a CD, thenselec

description in the Warning lights and chimes section of theInstrument Cluster chapter. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test withtheindicator on.If t

BRAKE FLUIDThe fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced.Fluid levels between the “MIN” and“

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

2. Loosen the hose clamp locatedclosest to the air cleaner.3. Remove the air cleaner assemblyfrom the vehicle.4. Release the two clamps thatsecure the

7. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filterelement edges between the air filter housing and cover.8. Replace the air filte

10. Ensure the pads on the bottomof the air cleaner assembly areproperly seated.11. Reconnect the outlet tube to theair cleaner assembly and tighten t

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent 3.9L OHV V6 engine 4.2L OHV V6 engineAir filter element FA-1679 FA-1679Battery BXT-59 BXT-59BXT-65-750 BXT-65-750Fuel

REFILL CAPACITIESFluidFord PartNameApplication CapacityBrake fluidMotorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluid1AllFill to MAX lineon reserv

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONSItem Ford part nameFord partnumberFordspecificationBrake fluidMotorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluid1PM-1 or

5. SEEK: Press / to access the next/previous strong radio station,cassette selection or CD track.When the rear seat controls are activated, rear seat

Item Ford part nameFord partnumberFordspecificationLock cylindersMotorcraftPenetrating andLock LubricantXL-1 nonePower steeringfluidMotorcraftMERCON威

ENGINE DATAEngine 3.9 L OHV V6 engine 4.2L OHV V6 engineCubic inches 232 256Required fuel 87 octane 87 octaneFiring order 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-4-2-5-3-6Ignit

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLESafety Compliance Certification LabelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Safety Compli

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

TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONSYou can find atransmission/transaxle code on theSafety Compliance CertificationLabel. The following table tell

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Ford or Ford of

Rear seat entertainment systems - DVDAsh cup/coin holderTrailer hitches, wiring harnesses and accessoriesRoof carriersPeace of mindFirst aid and safet

AAccessory delay ...67AdvanceTrac ...221Air cleaner filter ...303, 307Air filter, cabin

wheels ...269wiper blades ...271Clock ...64Compas

Fuel ...290calculating fuel economy ...295cap ...292capacity ...

Wireless headphones will not play audio from any other sources(AM, FM, tape, or Radio CD).The front and rear seat passengers cannot listen to two diff

bulb replacementspecifications chart ...50daytime running light ...45headlamps ...44headlamps

replacing the batteries ...99Reverse sensing system ...227Roadside assistance ...230Roof rack ...

Transaxleautomatic operation ...224fluid, refill capacities ...308lubricant specifications ...311Transmissionbrake-shift

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

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

Dual zone manual heating and air conditioning system with rearpassenger compartment climate control (if equipped)1. Air flow selections: Controlsthe d

will be warmer or cooler than the driver airflow temperature settingwhen more than one rear temperature light (REAR )isilluminated.5.RRear defroster:

In the and modes:• Move the temperature control selector to the coldest setting.• Select A/C and recirculated air. Use with A/C to providecolder airfl

DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL WITH REARPASSENGER COMPARTMENT CLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)1.Defrost: Distributes outside air through the win

engaged manually in any airflow selection except . Recirculated airmay turn off automatically in all airflow selections.7. A/C: Press to activate/deac

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

Dual zone automatic temperature control with heated seats andrear passenger compartment climate control (if equipped)1.Defrost: Distributes outside ai

7. :Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and thefloor vents.8.: Distributes air through the floor vents.9.: Distributes air through

19. REAR: Press to enable the control located in the rear seat. Pressagain to turn the auxiliary system off.Operating tips• To reduce fog build up on

AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)1. Fan speed: Turn to select thedesired fan speed.2. Temperature/mode selection:The distribution of air from th

HEADLAMP CONTROLTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parking lamps,instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps.Turns the headlamps on.Note:

To program the auto lamp exit time delay:1. Start with the ignition in the OFF position and the headlamp controlin the autolamp position.2. Deselect t

Flash to passPull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate.Battery saverThe battery saver will shut off the exterior lamps and interio

• In order to turn off the domelamp, rotate the thumbwheel to the left.The dome lamp will not illuminate if the control switch is in the OFFposition.A

5. Locate the vertical adjuster oneach headlamp, then usea#2Phillips screwdriver to turn theadjuster either counterclockwise (toadjust up) or clockwis

Map lamps (if equipped)The map lamps and controls arelocated on the center overheadconsole. Press the raised portion oneach lens to activate the lamps

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

door is opened. If the control is moved to the driver’s side position, thelamp will not come on at all.The dome lamp will illuminate whenever a front

Function Trade NumberFront park/turn lamps 3457AK (amber)Front sidemarker lamp 904NA (amber)Cornering lamps 3156KAuxiliary parking lamps 912Headlamps

2. Remove the two retainer pins torelease the headlamp assembly andpull headlamp assembly forward toexpose the back of the bulb.3. Disconnect the elec

3. To remove the side marker bulb,turn the bulb socketcounterclockwise, and pull the bulbstraight out of the socket.4. To remove the parking/turnbulb,

Replacing license plate lamp bulbThe license plate bulbs are located in the license plate housing assemblyon the liftgate. To change the license plate

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

TILT STEERING WHEELTo adjust the steering wheel:1. Pull and hold the steering wheelrelease control toward you.2. Move the steering wheel up ordown unt

Conversation mirrorThe conversation mirror allows thedriver to view the rear seating area.This does not replace therear view mirror.Electronic compass

Zone variation mode1. Determine which magnetic zoneyou are in by referring to the zonemap.2. Turn the ignition to the ONposition.3. Press and hold the

Note: Look for a parking lot away from buildings, light posts, manholecovers, sewer and drainage grates and other metallic objects. Somemagnetic objec

SPECIAL NOTICESNew Vehicle Limited WarrantyFor a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered byyour vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited

Manual door operation when vehicle is stopped or parked on adownhill gradeIn some cases it may be necessaryto have someone hold the doorwhile rear sea

The sliding door must be unlocked for the PSD to power open from therear trim switches and the inside or outside PSD handles. The fuel fillerdoor must

• Manually pull the inside or outside sliding door handle to engage thepower assist feature. Release the handle as soon as the PSD begins topower open

Resetting the PSDThe power sliding door may operate incorrectly or not at all because ofthe following conditions:• a low voltage or dead battery• the

To open the sliding door when thechild safety lock is on:• Unlock the sliding door and openthe door from the outside.• Press the right or left handcon

Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (ifequipped).To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s

Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped)Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lightersocket.Do not hold the lighter in with your

Accessory delayWith accessory delay, the window switches and radio may be used for upto ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF pos

EXTERIOR MIRRORSPower side view mirrorsTo adjust your mirrors:1. Rotate the control clockwise toadjust the right mirror and rotatethe control counterc

Fold-away mirrorsCarefully pull the outside mirrorsinwards when driving through anarrow space, like an automatic carwash.POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS

• where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.To access this information, special equipment must be directly connectedto the recording modules

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

Increasing speed while using speed controlThere are two ways to set a higherspeed:• Press and hold the SET + controluntil you get to the desiredspeed,

Turning off speed controlThere are two ways to turn off the speed control:• Depress the brake pedal. This willnot erase your vehicle’spreviously set s

CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)Your vehicle may be equipped with a utility compartment.HOMELINK姞 WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)The HomeLink威 Wirel

1. Press and hold the two outsidebuttons releasing only when theindicator light begins to flash after20 seconds. Do not repeat Step 1to program additi

7. Press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. (The name and colorof the button may vary by manufacturer.)Note: There are 30 seconds in which to

Operating the HomeLink姞 Wireless Control SystemTo operate, simply press and releasethe appropriate HomeLink威 button.Activation will now occur for thet

MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)With the ignition in the ON position,the message center, located on yourinstrument cluster, displaysimportant vehicle info

DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy, which is basedon your recent driving history of 500 miles (800 km). This value is notthe same

Setup menuPress this control for the followingdisplays:• Language• Units (English/Metric)• System CheckLanguage1. Select this function from theSETUP m

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Airbag - FrontAirbag

System checkSelecting this function from theSETUP menu causes the messagecenter to cycle through each of thesystems being monitored. For eachof the mo

• Warning returns upon another event.This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist withinthe vehicle.Warning display StatusDriver’

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM. Displayed when the braking system is notoperating properly. If the warning stays on or continues to come on,contact your authorize

An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center.USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS.To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after e

2. Press and release the RESETcontrol to display “OIL LIFE XX%HOLD RESET NEW”.3. Press and hold the RESETcontrol for 2 seconds to display “IFNEW OIL H

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT (IF EQUIPPED)Do not install additional floor mats on top of the factory installedfloor mats as they may interfere with th

POWER LIFTGATE (PLG) (IF EQUIPPED)With this option, you can power open or close the liftgate with theprovided controls.• overhead console button• remo

The Power Door Lockout Control islocated in the overhead console.With the control in the OFFposition, power operation is disabledfrom the liftgate han

Note: Continued force applied after unlatching may activate the obstacledetection feature and stop the power system. For the best performanceallow the

If any of these conditions occur, the PLG must be reset. To reset thePLG:1. Manually close and fully latch the liftgate.2. Power open the liftgate by

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

Utility hooksThe utility hooks can be used tohang small items. Do not hang morethan 20 lb. (12 kg) on each of thehooks. The hooks are not designedto r

To remove the cross-bar assembly (if equipped):1. Remove rear support covers fromthe rear rails. Place a small objectinto the pin holes and slide thec

To reinstall the cross-bar assembly (if equipped):1. Slide the cross-bar into the railtrack with the arrow facing towardsthe front of the vehicle. Sli

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

Unlocking the liftgate during a battery failureIn the event of a vehicle power failure affecting the liftgate latch, theliftgate can be unlocked manua

CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS• When these locks are set, thesliding doors cannot be openedwith the inside handle.• The sliding doors can be openedfrom the out

• 3–button remote• 5–button remote• 6–button remoteThe remote entry system allows you to:• lock or unlock all vehicle doors and liftgate without a key

If there are problems with the remote entry system, make sure to takeALL remote entry transmitters with you to the authorized dealer inorder to aid in

Opening power liftgate (PLG) (if equipped)Press the control twice within three seconds to power open the powerliftgate. The interior lamps will illumi

If any of the doors, the liftgate or the hood (if equipped with perimeteralarm) are not properly closed, the horn will make two quick chirps andthe pa