Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 10Warning lights and chimes 10Gauges 14Entertainment Systems 16How to get going 16AM/FM stereo with CD 20AM/FM stereo
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A wa
Second row center console features (if equipped)The second row center consoleincorporates the following features:• Utility compartment• Cupholders• Fl
A third rear auxiliary power point islocated on the rear of the centerconsole which is accessible from therear seat.A fourth auxiliary power point isl
One touch up or down (Driver’s window only)This feature allows the driver’s window to open or close fully withoutholding the control down.To operate O
Bounce-Back (Driver’s window only)When an obstacle has been detected in the window opening as thewindow is moving upward, the window will automaticall
Without voice activatedNavigation System or SYNC™With voice activated NavigationSystem or SYNC™The mirror will automatically return to the normal stat
Fold-away mirrorsPull the side mirrors in carefullywhen driving through a narrowspace, like an automatic car wash.Heated outside mirrors(if equipped)B
Memory feature (if equipped)The accelerator and brake pedal positions are saved when doing amemory set function and can be recalled along with the veh
• If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, youmay want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed.• If the vehicle speed decreas
Reducing speed while using speed controlThere are two ways to reduce a setspeed:• Press and hold the SET - controluntil you get to the desiredspeed, t
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control,accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that
Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperaturescould damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interiorfloor coverings or other
In any mode:• Press VOL up or down to adjustthe volume.• Press MUTE to mute the volume.Navigation system Push To Talk(PTT) hands free controlfeature (
Navigation/SYNC™ hands freecontrol feature (if equipped)Press and hold VOICE briefly untilthe voiceicon appears on theNavigation display to use the vo
Bounce back:When an obstacle has been detected in the moon roof opening as themoon roof is closing, the moon roof will automatically open and stop at
Retain the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as forfuture programming procedures (i.e. new HomeLink威 equipped vehiclepurchase). I
5. Firmly press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. (The name andcolor of the button may vary by manufacturer.)Note: There are 30 seconds in wh
Operating the HomeLink姞 Wireless Control SystemTo operate, simply press and releasethe appropriate HomeLink威 button.Activation will now occur for thet
MESSAGE CENTERWith the ignition in the ON position,the message center, located on yourinstrument cluster, displaysimportant vehicle informationthrough
The DTE function will display FUEL LEVEL LOW and a single tonewhen you have approximately 50 miles (80 km) to empty. If you RESETthis warning message,
2. Press and release RESET to pause the timer.3. Press and hold RESET for 2 seconds in order to reset the timer.Compass displayThe compass heading is
4. Press the SETUP controlrepeatedly until the message centersays “RESET FOR ZONE SETTING”.5. Press the RESET control to enterZone Setting mode.6. Pre
Airbag readiness: If this light failsto illuminate when the ignition isturned to ON, continues to flash orremains on, have the systemserviced immediat
Setup menuPress this control for the followingdisplays:• System Check• Oil Life• Language• Units (English/Metric)• Autolamp Delay (if equipped)• Autol
To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change[approximately 7,500 miles (12,000 km) or 6 months] perform thefollowing:1. Press the
1. To disable/enable the autolampdelay feature, select this functionfrom the SETUP control for thecurrent display mode.2. Press the RESET control to s
Easy entry/exit seat (if equipped)This feature automatically moves the drivers seat backwards for easy exitfrom the vehicle.1. To disable/enable the e
Warnings StatusBrake fluid level low Warning returns after the ignition keyis turned from OFF to RUNPark brake engagedLow tire pressureTire pressure m
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT. Displayed when the TirePressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on orcontinues to come on, have
• the ignition is in Run and the transmission is not in Park• or the Battery Voltage is below the minimum operating voltage• or the vehicle speed is a
To power open or close theliftgate with the integratedkeyhead transmitter:Presstwice within 3 seconds topower open or close the liftgate.Refer to Remo
Note: For the best performance allow the power system to open theliftgate after pushing the control. Manually pushing or pulling the liftgatemay activ
MANUAL LIFTGATETo open the liftgate, unlock theliftgate (with the power door locksor the remote entry transmitterbutton) and push the outsideliftgate
Low fuel (if equipped):Illuminates when the fuel level inthe fuel tank is at or near empty(refer to Fuel gauge in thischapter).Speed control: Illumina
1. To open, unlock and turn thehandle to lift the cover.2. To close, lower the cover andturn the handle to lock.LUGGAGE RACKMaximum load is 125 lbs (5
KEYSYour vehicle is equipped with twoIntegrated Keyhead Transmitters(IKTs). The IKT functions as both aprogrammed ignition key thatoperates all the lo
When inserting the IKT into theignition cylinder, place your thumbon the center thumb rest of the IKTand forefinger on the logo badge onthe opposite s
Smart locksThis feature helps to prevent you from locking yourself out of the vehicleif your key is still in the ignition.When you open one of the fro
Power door lock switch autolock enable/disable procedureBefore starting, ensure the ignition is in the 1 (LOCK) position and allvehicle doors are clos
Autounlock featureThe autounlock feature will unlock all the doors when:• the ignition is in the 3 (RUN) position, all the doors are closed, andthe ve
6. To enable/disable the autounlock feature, press the lock control, thenpress the unlock control. The horn will chirp once if autounlock wasdeactivat
• When the childproof door locks are set, the rear doors cannot beopened from the inside.• The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the powe
• Vehicles not equipped with apower liftgateThe typical operating range for your IKT is approximately 33 feet (10meters). A decrease in operating rang
2. Press and release again within three seconds to unlock all thedoors.The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature; thisfeature tu
Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in theignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver’s dooris opened.Headlam
Opening the power liftgate (if equipped)Press twice within 3 seconds to fully unlatch and open the liftgate.Make sure all persons are clear of the lif
2. Press the SET control on thedriver’s door panel.3. Within 5 five seconds, press thelock or unlock control on theIntegrated keyhead Transmitter andt
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
• after 25 seconds of illumination.The inside lights will not turn off if:• they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or• any door is open.Per
4. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times.5. Turn the ignition back to the 3 (RUN) position. The horn will chirpone time to
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEMYou can use the keyless entrykeypad to:• lock or unlock the doors withoutusing a key.• recall memory seat, powermirrors, and adjus
Tips:• Do not set a code that uses five of the same number.• Do not use five numbers in sequential order.• The factory set code will work even if you
SECURILOCK™ PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEMSecuriLock™ passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilizationsystem. This system is designed to help prevent
Automatic armingThe vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the 1(LOCK) position.The theft indicator will flash everytwo seconds
Tips:• Only use Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs) or standardSecuriLock™ keys.• You must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys thatalre
Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine isrunning or hot.Fuel gauge: Indicatesapproximately how much fuel is leftin the fuel tank (whe
If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start yourvehicle’s engine and/or will not operate the remote entry features. Thetheft indicat
• Press the 7 • 8 and 9 • 0controls on the keyless entry padat the same time to lock thedoors (driver’s door must beclosed).There is a 20 second count
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 release button to lower headrestraint.Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is
Before returning the seatback to its original position, make surethat cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback.After returning the sea
Before returning the seatback to its original position, make surethat cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback.After returning the sea
Press the front or rear portion to tiltthe seat.• DriverPress the control to move the seatforward, backward, up or down.• DriverPress the control to m
The indicator light on the control will illuminate when activated. For lowheat, one light will be lit; for high heat, both lights will be lit.Memory s
The head restraints can be movedup by pulling up on the headrestraint.Push release button to lower headrestraint.Adjusting second row bucket and bench
Adjusting second row seats (if equipped)Lift the control to adjust the seatforward or backward.Accessing the third row seatsFold and tumble the second
AUDIO SYSTEMSQuick start — How to get goingDriving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control,accident and injury. Ford strongly recommend
Lift the handle all the way up untilthe seat releases from the floor.Rotate the seat forward to allowaccess to the third row.To return the seatback to
Before returning the seatback to its original position, make surethat cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback.After returning the sea
To return the seatback to the floorfrom tumbled position, rotate theseat down until you hear it latchingto the floor.To return the seatback to theupri
Ensure that the rear latch hooks areproperly engaged with the floorstriker.Note: Ensure that the seat andseatback are latched securely inposition. Kee
Stowing the third row bench or split bench seat (if equipped)1. Stow the head restraints bypushing the head restraint releasebuttons while sliding the
Do not use the seat anchors as cargo tie downs.Note: Do not use the third row seatback as a load floor when theseatback is folded.Unstowing the third
Before returning the seatback to its original position, make surethat cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback.After returning the sea
• Front passenger sensing system• “Passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” indicator lamp• Front crash severity sensor.• Restraints Control Module
Driver’s seat position sensorThe driver’s seat position sensor allows your Personal Safety System™ totailor the deployment level of the driver dual-st
Front safety belt pretensionersThe safety belt pretensioners at the front outboard seating positions aredesigned to tighten the safety belts firmly ag
Listening to satellite radio (if equipped)1. If the audio system is turned off,press VOL-PUSH to turn the radioon. Turn VOL-PUSH to adjust thevolume.N
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
hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford Motor Companyrecommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved ina collisio
The Belt-Minder威 feature uses information from the front passengersensing system to determine if a front seat passenger is present andtherefore potent
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
• The ignition switch is in the OFF position• The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckledWhile the design allows you to deactivate your
For a single CD system, if a discis not already loaded, insert onlyone, label side up into the CD slot.LOADING CD and READING DISC will appear in the
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)The area surrounding the instrument panel grab handle shouldnever be used for storage. The path of an inflat
Important SRS precautionsThe SRS is designed to work withthe safety belt to help protect thedriver and right front passengerfrom certain upper body in
• Recline the seat slightly one or two degrees from the upright position.Do not put anything on or over the air bag module. Placingobjects on or over
How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work?The airbag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustainslongitudinal deceleration suffic
Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do nottouch them after inflation.If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function
The front passenger sensing system will disable (will not inflate) thefront passenger’s frontal airbag if:• the front passenger seat is unoccupied, or
The front passenger sensing system is designed to enable (may inflate)the front passenger’s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that aperson of a
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 front
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
Any alteration/modification to the front passenger seat mayaffect the performance of the front passenger sensing system.Determining if the system is o
While in folder mode, pressFOLDERto access the nextfolder on MP3 discs, if available.Press SHUFFLE to engage shufflemode. SHUFFLE ON will appear inthe
Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag SRS, itsfuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag. See yourauthorized dealer.All
The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains lateraldeceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuittha
Do not lean your head on the door. The Safety Canopy™ couldinjure you as it deploys from the headliner.Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify th
• A headliner designed to flex open above the side doors to allow SafetyCanopy™ deployment.• The same readiness airbag light, electronic control and d
If the Safety Canopy™system has deployed, theSafety Canopy™ will notfunction again unless replaced.The Safety Canopy™ system(including the A, B, C, an
Important child restraint precautionsYou are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the U.S.and Canada. If small children (generally
To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children whohave outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends useof a belt-posit
Types of booster seatsThere are two types of belt-positioning booster seats:• Those that are backless.If your backless booster seat has aremovable shi
Children and booster seats vary widely in size and shape. Choose abooster that keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never upacross the sto
SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDRENChild and infant or child safety seatsUse a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of thechild. Carefully fo
Locks and Security 131Keys 131Locks 132Anti-theft system 147Seating and Safety Restraints 152Seating 152Safety restraints 166Airbags 180Child restrain
AM/FM Single CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system(if equipped)Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. Withthis feature, th
Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions includedwith the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not installand use the safety
2. Pull down on the shoulder beltand then grasp the shoulder beltand lap belt together.3. While holding the shoulder andlap belt portions together, ro
5. To put the retractor in theautomatic locking mode, grasp theshoulder portion of the belt and pulldownward until all of the belt ispulled out and a
Attaching child safety seats with tether strapsMost new forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap whichgoes over the back of the seat a
Front passenger seating position (delivery van only)1. Position the child safety seat onthe passenger seat cushion.2. Route the child safety seat teth
4. Rotate the tether hook, and clipthe tether strap to the seat frame.If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly (as shown) thechild safety seat may no
7. Tighten the child safety seattether strap according to themanufacturer’s instructions.Rear seating positionsFollow Steps 1–7 as described above for
• 3rd row benchNote: The cargo tie-downs at therear edge of the floor are nottether anchors.For additional important safety information on the proper
The lower anchors for child seatinstallation are located at the rearsection of the rear seat between thecushion and seat back.Follow the child seat ma
NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERSUtility vehicles handle differentlythan passenger cars in the variousdriving conditions that areencountered
3. MENU: Press repeatedly toaccess the following settings:Setting the clock: Press MENU until SET HOURS or SET MINUTES isdisplayed. Use/ to manually i
Note: Your AWD vehicle is not intended for off-road use. The AWDfeature gives your vehicle some limited off-road capabilities in whichdriving surfaces
• Narrower — to provide greatermaneuverability in tight spaces.As a result of the above dimensionaldifferences, Utility Vehicles oftenwill have a high
TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate ofthe tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specifiedgovernmen
Glossary of tire terminology• Tire label: A label showing the OE (Original Equipment) tire sizes,recommended inflation pressure and the maximum weight
Every day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than theothers, use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires and adjust ifrequired
When weather temperature changes occur, tire inflation pressures alsochange. A 10°F (6°C) temperature drop can cause a corresponding dropof 1 psi (7 k
TIRE CAREInspecting your tiresPeriodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear andremove objects such as stones, nails or glass that
AgeTires degrade over time depending on many factors such asweather, storage conditions, and conditions of use (load, speed,inflation pressure, etc.)
Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same size,load index, speed rating and type (such as P-metric versusLT-metric or all-season versus
The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originally installed onyour vehicle) are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels.The use of whe
playing on any satellite radio channel, the system will alert you withan audible prompt. Press OK while SONG ALERT is in the display andthe system wil
Tire and wheel alignmentA bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of yourvehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your
• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)vehicles/Four Wheel Drive(4WD)/ All Wheel Drive (AWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram)Sometimes irregular tire wear can
Information on “P” type tiresP215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (
Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is notrequired by federal law.Letter rating Speed rating - mph (km/h)M 81 mph (130 km/
12. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades• Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on thewear rate of the tire when tested u
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
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCCrules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing tw
When your temporary spare tire is installedWhen one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporary spare,the TPMS system will continue to
RBDS: Available only in FM mode. This feature allows you to searchRBDS-equipped stations for a certain category of music format:CLASSIC, COUNTRY, INFO
Low TirePressureWarning LightPossiblecauseCustomer Action RequiredFlashing WarningLightSpare tire inuseYour temporary spare tire is in use.Repair the
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINSSnow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires youcurrently have on your vehicle.The tires on your vehicle have all weat
provide maximum return of vehicle design performance. Before loadingyour vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms for determiningyour ve
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
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)
2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that willbe riding in your vehicle.3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas
1400 - (2 x 220) - (9 x 100) = 1400 - 440 - 900 = 60 lb. Now you havethe load capacity to transport the cement and your friend home. Inmetric units, t
Safety chainsAlways connect the trailer’s safety chains to the frame or hook retainersof the vehicle hitch. To connect the trailer’s safety chains, cr
• Anticipate stops and brake gradually.Servicing after towingIf you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require morefrequent service i
TRACK/FOLDER MODE: Available only on MP3 discs in CD mode.In track mode, pressSEEK, SEEK to scroll through all tracks onthe discIn folder mode, pressS
All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles:Tow your All Wheel Drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground orwith all four wheels off the ground using a vehic
STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. LOCK, locks the automatictransaxle gearshift lever and allowskey removal. This position also shutsthe engine and a
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 gearshift lever is inP (Park).3. Turn the key to 3 (RUN) withoutturning the key to 4 (START).Some warning lights will briefly illumina
This vehicle has a computer assisted cranking system which assists instarting the engine. If the ignition key is turned to 4 (START) and thenreleased
with Outdoor Appliances.⬙ Never use an indoor extension cordoutdoors; it could result in an electric shock or fire hazard.• Use a 16 gauge outdoor ext
Make sure system is unplugged and properly stowed before driving thevehicle. While not in use, make sure the protective cover seals theprongs of the e
Even when the ABS is disabled,normal braking is still effective. (Ifyour BRAKE warning lampilluminates with the parking brakereleased, have your brake
Push the parking brake pedaldownward again to release theparking brake. Driving with theparking brake on will cause thebrakes to wear out quickly andr
• Entering a paved road from a gravel road, or vice versa• Hitting a curb while turning• Cornering at excessive speeds while towing a heavily loaded t
In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press SEEK, SEEK toseek to the previous/next channel. If a specific category is selected,(Jazz, Rock, News, etc
All these conditions are normal during AdvanceTrac威 operation.If the AdvaceTrac system is activated for an extended period of time, thebrake portion o
During Traction Control™ operation the engine will not “rev-up” whenyou push further on the accelerator. This is normal system behavior.If you should
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
P (Park)This position locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels fromturning.To put your vehicle in gear:• Depress the brake pedal• Move the ge
D (Drive) with Grade AssistOverdrive can be deactivated bypressing the transmission controlswitch on the side of the gearshiftlever. This will also ac
To help avoid personal injury, please read and understand thelimitations of the reverse sensing system as contained in thissection. Reverse sensing is
The RSS detects obstacles up to sixfeet (two meters) from the rearbumper with a decreased coveragearea at the outer corners of thebumper, (refer to th
ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)Your vehicle may be equipped with a full-time All Wheel Drive (AWD)system. With the AWD option, power will b
• It may be safer to stay on the apron or shoulder of the road and slowdown gradually before returning to the pavement. You may losecontrol if you do
9. FOLDER: In folder mode,pressFOLDER to access theprevious folder on MP3 discs, ifavailable.10. FF (Fast forward): Press FFto manually advance in a C
not more. Additionally, smooth variations of the accelerator and/orbrake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in vehicle speed arecalled for.
Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when youare driving in mud. Even AWD vehicles can lose traction in slick mud. Aswhen you a
Descend a hill in the same gear youwould use to climb up the hill toavoid excessive brake applicationand brake overheating. Do notdescend in neutral;
Maintenance and ModificationsThe suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designedand tested to provide predictable performance wheth
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCEGetting roadside assistanceTo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Companyoffers a complimentary roadside
Using roadside assistanceComplete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in yourwallet for quick reference. In the United States, th
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCHThis device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the enginewhen your vehicle has had a substantial jolt.After an
Standard fuse amperage rating and colorCOLORFuseratingMinifusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge2A Grey Grey — — —3A Violet V
Passenger compartment fuse panelThe fuse panel is located under the instrument panel to the left of thesteering wheel.The fuses are coded as follows.F
Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description8 10A Low beam headlamps (right)9 15A Interior lights, Cargo lamps10 15A Ba
In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and hold to hear a briefsampling of the next channels. Press again to stop. In CATEGORYMODE, press SCAN t
Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description35 10A Steering rotation sensor, FEPS,Rear park assist, Heated seatmodules3
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to theBattery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.The high-current fuses
Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription14 20A** Power point (2nd row)15 20A** Power point (3rd row)16 20A** Power point (con
Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription42 G8VA relay Fuel pump43 G8VA relay Backup44 G8VA relay Rear wiper45 10A** Speed con
The use of tire sealants may damage your Tire PressureMonitoring System and should not be used.Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in theT
Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheellocation can lead to impairment of the following:• Handling, stability and braki
Stopping and securing the vehicle1. Park on a level surface, set theparking brake and activate hazardflashers.2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park)and
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
3. Put the jack in the jack notchnext to the tire you are changing.Turn the jack handle clockwise untilthe wheel is completely off theground.4. Remove
Stowing the tire and jack1. Fully collapse the jack, fold thelug wrench socket into the handleand place the jack and wrench intothe felt bag as shown.
Premium/Audiophile AM/FM in-dash six CD/MP3 satellitecompatible sound system (if equipped)Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory del
If you are stowing the flat tire,remove the “L”-shaped bolt from thelarge wing nut used to secure thespare tire in the vehicle. With the3rd row seat i
Note: Inspect the wheel pilot holeprior to installation. If there isvisible corrosion in wheel pilot hole,remove loose particles by wipingwith clean r
4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion beforeyou attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level.5. Tu
3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery.4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an ex
3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for anadditional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables.Removing the jum
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
If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicledamage may occur.In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without access
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
3. MENU: Press repeatedly toaccess to the following settings:Setting the clock: Press until SELECT HOURS or SELECT MINUTES isdisplayed. Press/ to adju
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
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY)For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those caseswhere you continue to fee
If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at thetime of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since thisinformatio
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURETo order the publications in this portfolio, contact Helm, Incorporated at:HELM, INCORPORATEDP.O. Box 07150Detro
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov;or write to:
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
ENGINEEngines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing:• Take care when
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTSUse only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your authorized dealer.• For r
Customer Assistance 288Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 294Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 295Cleaning 296Maintenance and Specifications 30
• SAVE SONG: Press OK to save the currently playing song in thesystem’s memory. (If you try to save something other than a song,CANT SAVE will appear
INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENSClean the instrument panel, interior trim areas and cluster lens with aclean and damp white cotton clot
• If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area firstwith Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14).• If a ring forms on the fabric
FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTSYour Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many qualityproducts available to clean your vehicle and
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenanceinformation which makes tracking routine service easy.If your
OPENING THE HOOD1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom of the instrument panel nearthe steering column.2. Go to th
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT3.5L V6 ENGINE1. Power steering fluid reservoir2. Engine coolant reservoir3. Brake fluid reservoir4. B
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 BLADES1. Pull the wiper blade and armaway from the glass. Turn the bladeat a right angle to the arm.2. Squeeze the locking tabs tor
To replace the wiper blade:1. Lift and hold the wiper blade offthe glass.2. Press the release tab to unlockwiper blade from wiper arm.3. Pull the wipe
• If the oil level is within thisrange, the oil level is acceptable.DO NOT ADD OIL.• If the oil level is below thismark, engine oil must be addedto ra
When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the systemwi
4. Install the dipstick 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.If
Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuricacid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyeswhen working near
• 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
Note: Do not use stop leak pellets or cooling system sealants/additivesas they can cause damage to the engine cooling and/or heating systems.This dama
3. Step back while the pressure releases.4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use thecloth to turn it counterclockwise and re
Severe climatesIf you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –34°F [–36°C ]):• It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentrationabove 50%
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
SPEEDVOL (Speed sensitive volume, if equipped): Press MENU toreach the SPEEDVOL setting. Radio volume automatically gets louderwith increasing vehicle
Use the following guidelines to avoid electrostatic charge build-up whenfilling an ungrounded fuel container:• Place approved fuel container on the gr
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
If you have run out of fuel:• You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times afterrefueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel
• Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each timethe tank is filled.• Allow no more than two automatic click-offs when filling.• Alw
• Idling for long periods of time (greater than one minute) may wastefuel.• Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop.• Sudden
• Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first8–10 miles (12–16 km) of driving.• Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel ec
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,
3. The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened. See Fuel fillercap in this chapter.4. Driving through deep water—the electrical system may be we
The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control systemduring normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If thevehicle is not
Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription.Check with your authorized dealer for availability.If your vehicle is equipped with
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
If an overfill occurs, excess fluidshould be removed by an authorizeddealer.An overfill condition oftransmission fluid may cause shift and/or engageme
6. Replace the air filter housingcover and secure the clamps. Besure that the air cleaner cover tabsare engaged into the slots of the aircleaner housi
MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIESItems CapacityFord Part Name orequivalentFord Part Number /Ford SpecificationBrake fluidBetween MAX a
Items CapacityFord Part Name orequivalentFord Part Number /Ford SpecificationEngine coolant11.1 quarts(10.5L)Motorcraft PremiumGold Engine Coolantwith
ENGINE DATAEngine 3.5L-DOHC V6 engineDisplacement 3.5LRequired fuel 87 octaneFiring order 1–4–2–5–3–6Spark plug gap (0.052–0.056 inch) 1.32–1.42 mmIgn
IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLESafety Compliance Certification LabelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Safety Compli
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation:1. World manufacturer identifier2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating
GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Ford or Ford of
7. SHUFFLE: In CD/MP3 mode,press SHUFFLE to engage shufflemode. SHUFFLE ON will appear inthe display. If you wish to engage shuffle mode right away, p
Peace of mindRemote startVehicle security systemsWheel locksFor maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind when adding accesso
AAccessory delay ...103AdvanceTrac ...248Air cleaner filter ...332–333Air conditioning ...
plastic parts ...299washing ...296waxing ...297wheels ...
Exhaust fumes ...244FFamily entertainment system ...44Fluid capacities ...334Foglamps ...
autolock ...133keypad ...145locking and unlocking doors ..146programming entry code
fluid, refill capacity ...334fluid, specifications ...334Power Windows ...101RRadio ...
alignment ...220care ...216changing ...273, 276–277checking the pre
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13. TEXT/SCAN: In radio andCD/MP3 mode, press and hold tohear a brief sampling of radiostations or CD tracks.In CD/MP3 mode, press and release to disp
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If you do not choose a slot within 5 seconds, the system will choose foryou. Once loaded, the first track will begin to play.To auto load up to 6 disc
Your vehicle is equipped with anAuxiliary Input Jack (AIJ). TheAuxiliary Input Jack provides a wayto connect your portable musicplayer to the in-vehic
2. Do not set the portable music player’s volume level higher than isnecessary to match the volume of the CD or FM radio in your audiosystem as this w
GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATIONRadio frequencies:AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio
CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known toth
CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in(12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technicalincompatibility, certain recordable and re
• MP3 folder mode represents a folder structure consisting of one levelof folders. The CD player numbers all MP3 tracks on the disc (notedby the .mp3
Satellite radio reception factors: To receive the satellite signal, yourvehicle has been equipped with a satellite radio antenna located on theroof of
Radio Display Condition Action RequiredACQUIRING Radio requires morethan two seconds toproduce audio for theselected channel.No action required.This m
Radio Display Condition Action RequiredNO TEXT Song title informationnot available.Song title informationnot available at thistime on this channel.The
Your vehicle may be equipped with a Family Entertainment System(FES) which allows you to listen to audio CDs, MP3 discs, watch DVDsand to plug in and
Press VIDEO to change the sourcedisplayed on the screen. Pressrepeatedly to cycle through:DVD-DISC, DVD-AUX, NON-DVD,OFF.Press the power button to tur
To play an MP3 disc in the DVD system:1. Ensure that the vehicle ignition is in the RUN or ACCESSORYposition.2. Insert an MP3 disc into thesystem, lab
5. Press VIDEO on the DVD system to change the video source toDVD-AUX. If your source is properly plugged in, it will appear on theLCD (Liquid Crystal
1. Connect the wired headphones in to the headphone jacks on eitherside of the DVD system. Each side is labeledAor B. Headphonesplugged into jack A wi
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTIONWarning symbols in this guideHow can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? Inthis guide, answ
1. Headphone control A/B: Pressto select either the A or Bheadphone source. Then pressMEDIA to select the desired playingmedia for that headset. When
7. VIDEO: Press repeatedly to cyclethrough the following video stateoptions which will be indicated onthe bottom right hand corner of thedisplay: DVD
13. RETURN: Press to return to theplaying media or to resumeplayback.14. MENU: When playing a DVD,press MENU once to enter the DVDdisc menu (if availa
1. Power control: Press to turn the FES (Family EntertainmentSystem) ON/OFF.2. Cursor controls: Use in various active menus to advance the cursorup/do
(Wireless headphone volume is controlled with the rotary dial on theright ear piece.)8. Fast Forward/Next: In DVD mode, press and hold for a quickadva
23. ILLUMINATION: Press to illuminate the remote control andbacklight all of the buttons.Battery replacementBatteries are supplied with the remote con
HeadphonesWireless headphonesYour FES system is equipped withtwo sets of battery powered,infrared wireless headphones. TwoAAA batteries are needed to
To install the batteries, remove the screw at the bottom of the cover.Then, lightly press down on top and slide the cover off.When replacing the batte
To operate the headphones:• Press POWER on the ear piece to turn on the headphones. A redindicator light will illuminate indicating the headphones are
Wired headphonesDo not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not letchildren operate the system while unsupervised. If wiredheadphones or au
Special instructionsFor your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols.Please read the section Airbag supplemental re
Dual Play: Dual play is when the rear seat passengers choose to listento a different playing media than the front seat passengers. With theDVD and Rea
Operation with an aftermarket audio system(Headphone only mode)When the Family Entertainment System (FES) detects that the originalradio supplied by F
This is disc dependent — someDVD discs may have more viewingangles to select from. Once youhave made your selection, pressENTER to confirm. The system
Once you have made your selection,press ENTER to confirm. Thesystem default is English.SubtitlesSelect SUBTITLES to turn thesubtitle option on or off.
4. The track and elapsed time willappear in the status bar. Use theDVD cursor controls on the bezel tohighlight which track you would liketo play. You
MP3 disc quality factorsSeveral factors can effect disc playback quality:• Disc capacity — Each disc contains about 650 MB of storage capacity.We do n
• Do not disassemble the player. The laser used in disc playback isextremely harmful to the eyes.The FES DVD system is designed to play commercially p
Press to adjust volume levels.Slow play1. With a DVD playing, press pause.2. Press and hold the reverse oradvance button to enter into slowplay mode.
On the left side of the system is theHeadphone A input jack. Thisheadphone will listen to the mediaselected on the Channel A source.When you need to m
Audio interactionYou can then also use the front audio controls to advance, reverse, playand pause a DVD. While a DVD is playing you may use the follo
To access this information, special equipment must be directly connectedto the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada donot access e
General informationNote: DVDs are formatted by regions. US and Canada systems can onlyplay region 1 DVDs and Mexico systems can only play region 4 DVD
Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not letchildren operate the system while unsupervised. If wiredheadphones or auxiliary systems
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) ComplianceChanges or modifications not approved by Ford Lincoln-Mercury could voiduser’s authority to operate t
onto the media controls or into the system. If liquid is accidentallyspilled onto the system, immediately turn the system OFF and consult aqualified s
MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED)1. Temperature selection:Controls the temperature of theairflow in the vehicle.2. Air flow sele
6. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in thevehicle.Operating tips• To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid wea
DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL(IF EQUIPPED)1.Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defrosterand demister vents. Can be used
8. : Distributes air through the instrument panel and floor vents.9.: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.10. Manual override controls:
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control with heated seats(if equipped)1.Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defrosterand demister
8. Airflow direction control: Press to toggle through the airdistribution modes listed below. The selected mode will be shown in thedisplay.: Distribu
These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Airbag - FrontAirbag
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control with rear passengercompartment climate control (if equipped)1.Defrost: Distributes outside air through the win
5. Rear fan speed control: Press to enable the auxiliary system orto adjust the rear fan speed from the front control. The rear fan speedsettings are
17. °F/°C (Temperature conversions): Press to switch temperaturedisplay between ° Fahrenheit and ° Celsius.18. REAR: Press to enable the control locat
3. Passenger temperature control: Press to increase/decrease theairflow temperature for the passenger in the front of the vehicle.4.RRear defroster: P
12. Driver heated seat control: Press to heat the driver seat. Pressonce to activate high heat (two indicator lights). Press again to activatelow heat
• For maximum cooling performance (MAX A/C):In AUTO mode, press AUTO control and set to desired temperature.In manual override control, selector , A/C
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTERRThe rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel andworks to clear the rear window of fog and thin ice.The ign
HEADLAMP CONTROLTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parking lamps,instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps.Turns the headlamps on.Autola
3. Turn the ignition switch to RUN and then back to LOCK.4. Turn the headlamp switch to the autolamp position. The headlampswill turn on.5. Wait the d
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output.To activate:• the ignition must be in the ON position,• the head
Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleasePanic Alarm Engine Oi
• (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters)• (2) Center height of lamp toground• (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters)• (4) Horizontal reference line2. Measure the height of thehead
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL• Push down to activate the leftturn signal.• Push up to activate the right turnsignal.INTERIOR LAMPSDome lamps and map lampsThe ma
Using the right bulbsReplacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbsmust be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America an
2. Reach in behind the headlamp assembly to access the bulb socketsand connectors.3. Locate the outboard (low beam)or inboard (high beam) electricalco
3. Locate the front sidemarker lampelectrical connector and remove itby pulling it off.4. Remove the bulb socket byturning it counterclockwise andpull
Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs1. Make sure the ignition control isin the OFF position.2. Remove the two screws.3. Unclip the bulb holder from t
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease the
OFF — Rear wiper and washer off.For rear wash cycle, rotate (and hold as desired) the rear wiper/washercontrol to eitherposition.From either position,
Slide on rod featureThe visor will slide back and forthon the rod for increased sunlightcoverage. Rotate the visor towardsthe side window and extend i
Conversation mirror (if equipped)The conversation mirror allows the driver to view the rear seating area.This does not replace the rear view mirror.Pu
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