Ford 2009 Taurus v.2 Manuel d'utilisateur

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 12Warning lights and chimes 12Gauges 16Entertainment Systems 18How to get going 18AM/FM stereo with CD 22AM/FM stereo

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

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

WARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or animalsunattended in the vehicle. On hot days, the temperature in thetrunk or vehicle interior c

The IKT allows you to:• remotely unlock the vehicledoors.• remotely lock all the vehicledoors.• remotely open the trunk.• activate the personal alarm.

two stage unlock allows all vehicle doors to unlock simultaneously). Theturn lamps will flash twice to indicate that two-stage unlock was enabledor di

Activating the memory featureTo activate this feature:1. Position the seat, mirrors and adjustable pedals to the desiredpositions.2. Press and hold ei

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 localreg

The inside lights will not turn off if:• they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or• any door is open.Perimeter lamps illuminated entryWith

6. Press the power door unlock control twice within five seconds.Note: The horn will chirp once to indicate the perimeter lighting featurehas been dea

SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEMYou can use the keyless entrykeypad to:• lock or unlock the doors withoutusing a key.• open the trunk.• recall memory

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleasePanic Alarm Engine Oi

Erasing personal code1. Enter the factory set 5–digit code.2. Within five seconds, press the 1 • 2 on the keypad and release.3. Press and hold the 1 •

Standard SecuriLock™ keys without remote entry transmitterfunctionality can also be purchased from your authorized dealer ifdesired. The authorized de

Automatic armingThe vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the offposition.The theft indicator will flash everytwo seconds to ac

Tips:• Only use Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs) or standardSecuriLock™ keys.• You must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys thatalre

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

SEATINGWARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant toslide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personalinjuries in the event o

Push release button to lower headrestraint.Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)The lumbar support control islocated on the outboard side of t

WARNING: Cover sharp edges on the load and properly securethe load to prevent injury to occupants from shifting load duringsudden stops.WARNING: Befor

Pull lever up to adjust seatback.WARNING: Beforereturning the seatback to itsoriginal position, make sure thatcargo or any objects are nottrapped behi

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

WARNING: To reduce the risk of possible serious injury: Do nothang objects off seat back or stow objects in map pocket (ifequipped) when a child is in

Press the control (if equipped) torecline the seatback forward orrearward.Heated seats (if equipped)WARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to th

Memory seat/power mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped)This system allows automaticpositioning of the driver seat,outside rearview mirrors andadjust

REAR SEATSHead restraints (if equipped)Lift the head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possiblebehind your head.The head restrai

When raising the seatback(s), make sure you hear the seat latch intoplace.WARNING: Before returning the seatback to its originalposition, make sure th

• Front outboard safety belts with pretensioners, energy managementretractors (first row only), and safety belt usage sensors.• Driver’s seat position

Front crash severity sensorThe front crash severity sensor enhances the ability to detect theseverity of an impact. Positioned up front, it provides v

front airbag and seat-mounted side airbag when the passenger seat isempty to prevent unnecessary replacement of airbag(s) after a collision.Front safe

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the PersonalSafety System威 serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unlessserviced, the

WARNING: When possible, all children 12 years old and undershould be properly restrained in a rear seating position.WARNING: Front and rear seat occup

WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhausttemperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuelsystem, interior floor coverings

Energy management feature — front outboard• This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy managementfeature at the front seats to help further

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

Safety belt height adjustmentYour vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments for the front outboardseating positions.Adjust the height of the shoulderb

WARNING: Do not use extensions to change the fit of theshoulder belt across the torso.Safety belt warning light and indicator chimeThe safety belt war

If... Then...The driver’s and frontpassenger’s safety belts arebuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the onposition or less than1-2 minutes 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

• The gearshift is in P (Park)• The ignition switch is in the off position• The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckledWARNING: While th

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

WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver,should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an airbag supplemental restraint

Airbag readiness: If this light failsto illuminate when the ignition isturned to on, continues to flash orremains on, have the systemserviced immediat

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

• driver and front passenger safety belt pretensioner• a readiness light and tone.• diagnostic module.• the electrical wiring which connects the compo

The front passenger sensing system will turn off the passenger seat sideairbag if:• the seat is empty and safety belt is unbuckled.The front passenger

• If the indicator lamp remains lit even after this, the person should beadvised to ride in the rear seat.OccupantPass Airbag OffIndicator LightPassen

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

WARNING: 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 chi

WARNING: Any alteration/modification to the front passengerseat may affect the performance of the front passenger sensingsystem.Determining if the sys

WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify theairbag SRS, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing anairbag. Contact your authorize

The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains lateraldeceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuittha

more information on this system, refer to Tire pressure monitoringsystem (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.Low fuel (if equipped):Illumi

WARNING: Do not lean your head on the door. The SafetyCanopy威 could injure you as it deploys from the headliner.WARNING: Do not attempt to service, re

• Two crash sensors mounted on the B pillar (one on each side of thevehicle).• Two crash sensors located at the C pillar behind the rear doors (oneon

WARNING: If the SafetyCanopy威 system hasdeployed, the Safety Canopy威 willnot function again unless replaced.The Safety Canopy威 system(including the A,

The S.O.S. Post Crash Alert can be turned off when any one of thefollowing actions are taken by the driver or any other person:• pressing the hazard c

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for ChildrenChild size, height, weight, or ageRecommended re-straint typeInfantsor tod-dlersChildren weighing 40

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for childrenRe-straintTypeChildWeightUse any attachment method as indicated be-low by “X”LATCH(l

WARNING: Always carefully follow the instructions andwarnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint todetermine if the restraint device

training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained inthe correct restraint system. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSACertifi

Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seatingposition whenever possible. If all children cannot be seated andrestrained proper

1. Position the child safety seat in aseat with a combination lap andshoulder belt.2. Pull down on the shoulder beltand then grasp the shoulder beltan

Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parkinglamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and thedriver’s doo

4. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) for that seating position untilyou hear

snugness of the child seat to the vehicle. Sometimes, a slight leantowards the buckle will additionally help to remove remaining slack fromthe belt.9.

Your vehicle has LATCH lower anchors for child seat installation at theseating positions marked with the child seat symbol.The LATCH anchors are locat

WARNING: Never attach two child safety seats to the sameanchor. In a crash, one anchor may not be strong enough to holdtwo child safety seat attachmen

Attaching child safety seats with tether strapsMany forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap whichextends from the back of the child s

2. Locate the correct anchor for theselected seating position.3. Open the tether anchor cover.4. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown.If the te

belts to fit properly, and wearing an improperly fitted vehicle safety beltcould increase the risk of serious injury in a crash. To improve the fit of

Types of booster seatsThere are generally two types of belt-positioning booster seats: backlessand high back. Always use booster seats in conjunction

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across thestomach, a

Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does notstay positioned on the shoulder during use.Follow all instructions provided

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

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADINGTire Quality Grades apply to newpneumatic passenger car tires. TheQuality grades can be found whereappli

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

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

WARNING: Under-inflation is the most common cause of tirefailures and may result in severe tire cracking, tread separationor ⬙blowout⬙, with unexpecte

when you get to the pump. It is normal for tires to heat up and the airpressure inside to go up as you drive.2. Remove the cap from the valve on one t

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

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the s

WARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, youshould not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on thesidewall of the tire to set the beads w

WARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., donot rapidly spin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire andcause an explosion.

Tire rotationRotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in thescheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle) willh

AUDIO SYSTEMSQuick start — How to get goingWARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, accident and injury. Ford strongly

• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)vehicles/Four Wheel Drive(4WD)/All Wheel Drive (AWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram)Sometimes irregular tire wear can b

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

Location of the tire labelYou will find a Tire Label containing tire inflation pressure by tire sizeand other important information located on the B-P

TPMS from functioning properly. Always check the TPMS malfunctiontelltale after replacing one or more tires or wheels on your vehicle toensure that th

Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)The Tire Pressure Monitoring System measures pressure in your fourroad tires and sends the ti

When you believe your system is not operating properlyThe main function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn youwhen your tires need air.

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

Low TirePressureWarningLightPossiblecauseCustomer Action RequiredFlashingWarningLightSparetire inuseYour temporary spare tire is in use. Repair thedam

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINSWARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speedrating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire orwheel

VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILERThis section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/ortrailer, to keep your loaded vehic

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

WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Labelvehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehiclehandling or performance, e

WARNING: Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation couldresult in serious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury.Steps for determining the

to transport the cement to your home? If you and your friend eachweigh 220 lb. (99 kg), the calculation would be: 1,400 - (2 x 220) -(12 x 100) = 1,40

HitchesDo not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper. Use a loadcarrying hitch. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that10–15% of

Locks and Security 95Keys 95Locks 96Anti-theft system 110Seating and Safety Restraints 116Seating 116Safety restraints 124Airbags 138Child restraints

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

• It is recommended to select the L (Low) gear position when additionalengine braking is needed. In situations such as prolonged downhilldriving on st

Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles:Tow your Front Wheel Drive vehicle with all four wheels on the groundor with the front wheels off the ground by using

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. Off— locks the gearshift leverand allows key removal. Thisposition also shuts the engine andall electrical accesso

WARNING: Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or inother enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always openthe garage door before you sta

• Make sure the gearshift lever is inP (Park).3. Turn the key to 3 (on) withoutturning the key to 4 (start).Some warning lights will briefly illuminat

3. After idling for a few seconds, apply the brake, shift into gear anddrive.Note: If the engine does not start on the first try, turn the key to the

Prior to using the engine block heater, follow these recommendations forproper and safe operation:• For your safety, use an outdoor extension cord tha

however, maximum temperature is attained after approximately threehours of operation. Block heater operation longer than three hours willnot improve s

brake pedal is depressed or ABS is engaged. The system is deactivatedby either releasing the brake pedal or coming to a complete stop. Whenthe system

The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle.However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be used to stopyour vehicle in

Press SHUFFLE to engage shufflemode. SHUFFLE ON will appear inthe display. If you wish to engageshuffle mode right away, press SEEK to begin random pl

WARNING: Remember that even advanced technology cannotdefy the laws of physics. It’s always possible to lose control of avehicle due to inappropriate

AdvanceTrac威 system to operate. If the “sliding car” icon illuminatessteadily, verify that the AdvanceTrac威 system is not manually disabled bypressing

system will regain all features. Anti-lock braking, and ESC are notaffected by this condition and will continue to function during thecool-down period

If you switch off the AdvanceTrac威 system the AdvanceTrac “Off” buttonwill illuminate and the sliding car⬙ iconwill illuminate steadily.Pressing the A

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

WARNING: Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that thebrakelamps are working.WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make surethe gearsh

P (Park)This position locks the transmission and prevents the front wheels fromturning.To put your vehicle in gear:• Depress the brake pedal• Move the

D (Drive) with Overdrive Cancel and Grade AssistPressing the transmission controlswitch on the side of the gearshiftlever activates two features at th

• The O/D OFF lamp in the instrument cluster will not be illuminated.• The transmission will operate in gears one through six.O/D (overdrive mode) 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

AM/FM Single CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system(if equipped)WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, accident and

ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)Your vehicle may be equipped with a full-time All Wheel Drive (AWD)system. The AWD system is an active syste

If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement• If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement, slow down, butavoid severe brake application, ea

Emergency maneuvers• In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turnmust be made, remember to avoid “over-driving” your vehicle (i.e.,

When driving through water, determine the depth; avoid water higherthan the bottom of the wheel rims (if possible) and proceed slowly. If theignition

When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in a lower gear rather thandownshifting to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent hasstarted. This

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 MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside

Canadian customers refer to your Customer Information Guidefor information on:• coverage period• exact fuel amounts• towing of your disabled vehicle•

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

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription.Check with your authorized dealer for availability.2.(Phone): Your vehicle maybe eq

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 AmpRatingProtected Circuits8 10A Low beam headlamps (right)9 15A Interior lights, Cargo lamps10 15A Backlighting, Puddle lamps1

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits36 5A PATS module37 10A Climate control38 20A Subwoofer (Audiophile radio)39 20A Radio40 20A Not use

The high-current fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Circuits1 80A* SPDJB power2 80A* SPDJB power3 30A* Front wipers4 — N

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Circuits17 10A** Alternator18 — Not used19 — Not used20 40A* Rear defroster21 30A* Power seat motors (passenger)

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Circuits46 10A** A/C clutch relay, VPWR347 15A** PCM VPWR148 15A** PCM VPWR449 15A** Heated mirrors50 Full ISO r

WARNING: Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for importantinformation. If the tire pressure monito

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

WARNING: To help prevent the vehicle from moving when youchange a tire, be sure to place the transmission in P (Park), setthe parking brake and block

song appears in the display that you would like to delete, press OK.The song will appear in the display for confirmation. Press OK againand the displa

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.Note: DO

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.

If you are stowing the flat tire:1. Remove the extension bolt fromthe exterior pocket of the felt bag.2. Install the jack as shown inStep 4 under Stow

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.Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized towtruck

To view the station name or type: When the desired category appearsin the display, press TEXT/SCAN to toggle between displaying the stationtype (COUNT

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDWarranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizedFord, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer. While any authorized

In Canada:Mailing Address (Ford vehicles)Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4Teleph

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBBAUTO LINE before taking action under the Magnuson-Moss WarrantyAct, or to the ext

THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM(U.S. ONLY)Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer.If a warranty con

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.

Obtaining a French owner’s guideFrench Owner’s Guides can be obtained from your authorized dealer orby writing to:Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limite

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

WAXING• Wash the vehicle first.• Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft PremiumLiquid Wax (ZC-53-A), which is available from your aut

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

4. AUX: Press repeatedly to cyclethrough LINE IN (auxiliary audiomode), SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3(satellite radio, if equipped) and SYNC (if equipped).For l

PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTSUse only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your authorized dealer.• For r

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). In Canada, useMotorcraft Multi

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 COMPARTMENT1. Power steering fluid reservoir2. Engine coolant reservoir3. Brake fluid reservoir4. Battery5. Power

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.2. Squeeze the locking tabs torelease the blade from the arm andpull the b

5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level dipstick.6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again.• If the oil l

Note: In track mode, all tracks on the current disc will shuffle inrandom order. In MP3 folder mode, the system will randomly play alltracks within th

• 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 oilOnly use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the AmericanPetroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol con

For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean anddry. Also, make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened tothe

Because your vehicle’s engine is electronically controlled by a computer,some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. Whenthe bat

ENGINE COOLANTChecking engine coolantThe concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at theintervals listed in scheduled maintenance i

low or empty, add engine coolant to the reservoir. Refer to Addingengine coolant in this chapter.Note: Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do n

• Do not use alcohol, methanol, brine or any engine coolantsmixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant). Alcoholand other liquids can cause en

Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolantreservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. Ifnecessary, ad

If you drive in extremely hot climates:• It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentrationabove 40%.• NEVER decrease the coolant concentrati

When fail-safe mode is activatedWARNING: Fail-safe mode is for use during emergencies only.Operate the vehicle in fail-safe mode only as long as neces

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and release to enterTEXT MODE and display the current song title. While in TEXT MODE,press again to scrol

WARNING: Gasoline may contain benzene, which is acancer-causing agent.Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel:• Extinguish all

WARNING: The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle canproduce static electricity, which can cause a fire if fuel ispumped into an ungrounded fuel co

If the check fuel cap light or a “check fuel cap” message comes on,the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed. The light or message cancome on

Choosing the right fuelUse only UNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel blended with a maximumof 10% ethanol. Do not use fuel ethanol (E85), diesel, methanol,

Gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter should be used whenavailable. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet theWorld-Wide Fuel Char

The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and theempty reserve combined. Indicated capacity is the difference in theamount of fu

Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (cityor highway). This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle’s fuelecon

• Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow therecommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checksfound in scheduled mainten

• Have the items listed in scheduled maintenance informationperformed according to the specified schedule.The scheduled maintenance items listed in sc

government emission standards. The OBD-II system also assists yourauthorized dealer in properly servicing your vehicle. When the Serviceengine soonind

Premium/Audiophile AM/FM in-dash six CD/MP3 satellitecompatible sound system (if equipped)WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehi

indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. To determine if thevehicle is ready for I/M testing, turn the ignition key to the on positionf

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

Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may causeinternal transmission component damage.If necessary, add fluid in 1/2 pint(250 ml) increme

Changing the air filter element1. Release the clamps that securethe air filter housing cover.2. Carefully separate the two halvesof the air filter hou

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent 3.5L V6 EngineEngine air filter element FA-1884Battery BXT-59Oil filter FL-400-SB12PCV valve1Spark plugs21The PCV val

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 engineCubic inches 214Required fuel 87 octaneFiring order 1–4–2–5–3–6Spark plug gap 0.052–0.056 inch (1.32–1.42 mm)Igni

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

Customer Assistance 250Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 256Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 256Cleaning 257Maintenance and Specifications 26

In CATEGORY mode (if equipped), press to scroll through the list ofavailable SIRIUS channel categories.Satellite radio is available only with a valid

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

Peace of mindRemote startVehicle security systemsWheel locksFor maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind when adding accesso

AAccessory delay ...71AdvanceTrac ...209Air cleaner filter ...293–295Air conditioning ..

plastic parts ...260washing ...257waxing ...258wheels ...

Exhaust fumes ...205FFail safe cooling ...278Fluid capacities ...296Fog lamps ...

KKeyless entry systemautolock ...97keypad ...109locking and unlocking doors ..110p

fluid, specifications ...296Power Windows ...69RRadio ...18, 22, 29Recommendations

Tires ...170–171, 235alignment ...178care ...174changing .

• DELETE SONG: Press OK to delete a song from the system’smemory. Press/ to cycle through the saved songs. When thesong appears in the display that yo

To search for specific RBDS music categories: When the desiredcategory appears in the display, press/ to find the desired type,then press and releaseS

COMPRESS (Compression): Available only in CD/MP3 mode. PressMENU until COMPRESS ON/OFF appears in the display. Use/ totoggle ON/OFF. When COMPRESS is

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

13. TEXT/SCAN: In radio andCD/MP3 mode, press and hold fora brief sampling of radio stations orCD tracks. Press again to stop.In MP3 mode, press and r

If you do not choose a slot within five seconds, the system will choosefor you.To auto load up to six discs, press and hold LOAD until the displayread

Your vehicle is equipped with anAuxiliary Input Jack (AIJ). TheAuxiliary Input Jack provides a wayto connect your portable musicplayer to the in-vehic

Troubleshooting:1. Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output. Line leveloutputs are intended for connection to a home stereo and are

Your vehicle may be equipped with aUSB port inside your center console.This feature allows you to plug inmedia playing devices, memorysticks, and also

CONGRATULATIONSCongratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to getwell acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The

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

CDs with homemade paper(adhesive) labels should not beinserted into the CD player asthe label may peel and cause theCD to become jammed. It isrecommen

Sample MP3 structureIf you are burning your own MP3discs, it is important to understandhow the system will read thestructures you create. While variou

• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freewayoverpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms caninterfere w

Radio Display Condition Action RequiredACQUIRING Radio requires morethan two seconds toproduce audio forthe selectedchannel.No action required. Thisme

Radio Display Condition Action RequiredNO TEXT Categoryinformation notavailable.Category information notavailable at this time onthis channel. The sys

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

4. Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate rear window defroster.Refer to Rear window defroster in this section for more information.5. A/C: Pres

To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:1. Select.2. Select A/C.3. Adjust the temperature to the warmest setting.4. Set the fan spee

any other airflow selection except (defrost). Recirculation may turnoff automatically in all airflow selections except MAX A/C.When the ignition switc

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

Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control with heated seats(if equipped)1.Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defrosterand demister

automatically with selection of MAX A/C or can be engaged manually inany other airflow selection except(defrost). Recirculation may turnoff automatica

15. Driver temperature control: Press to increase/decrease thetemperature on the driver side of the cabin. Also adjusts the passengerside temperature

To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:1. Select.2. Select A/C.3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort.4. Set the fan

HEADLAMP CONTROLTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parking lamps,instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps.Turns the low beam headlampso

3. Turn the ignition switch to on and then back to off.4. Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position. The headlampswill turn on.5. Wait the de

Flash to passPull toward you to activate andrelease to deactivate.Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)Turns the headlamps on with a reduced outpu

Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery isinstalled, the dimmer switch requires re-calibration. Rotate the dimmerswitch fro

5. Locate the vertical adjuster oneach headlamp. Using a Phillips #2screwdriver, turn the adjuster eitherclockwise (to adjust down) orcounterclockwise

Your vehicle may also have readinglamps within the rear dome lamp(s).Press the switches on either side ofthe dome lamp to turn on thelamps.BULB REPLAC

PERCHLORATE MATERIALCertain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules, seat beltpretensioners, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlora

Function Number of bulbsTradenumberHeadlamp high beam 2 9005Headlamp low beam 2 H11Front park/turn lamp 23457A or3457AK(amber)Sidemarker lamp (front)

3. Remove the outboard rubber bootfrom the lamp assembly by pullingrearward.4. Remove the bulb socket byturning it counterclockwise andpulling it stra

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal/sidemarker bulbs1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the off position, then open the hood.2. Reach in behind th

2. Remove the press pin and cargonet fastener (if equipped) andcarefully pull the carpet away toexpose the backside of the tail lampassembly.3. Remove

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the off position.2. Remove the two screws from thelicense plate lamp assembly.

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 down and hold the steeringwheel release control.2. Move the steering wheel up ordown until you

INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE COMPARTMENTThe storage compartment may beused to secure sunglasses or similarsized objects. Press the button toopen the stora

CENTER CONSOLEYour vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. Theseinclude:1. Cupholders2. Utility compartment with coinholder, a cla

To have full capacity usage of your power point, the engine is required tobe running to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery. To preventthe ba

Special instructionsFor your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols.WARNING: Please read the section Airbag Supple

Press and pull the window switchesto open and close windows.• Push down (to the first detent)and hold the switch to open.• Pull up (to the first deten

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 microphoneWith microphoneThe mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever thevehicle is placed in R (Reverse) to ensure a bri

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)Radio control featuresPress MEDIA to select:• AM, FM1, FM2• SAT1, SAT2 or SAT3 (SatelliteRadio mode if equipped).

Navigation system hands freecontrol feature (if equipped)Pressbriefly until thevoiceicon appears on theNavigation display to use the voicecommand feat

MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)The moon roof control is located on the overhead console.WARNING: Do not let children play with the moon roof or leavechildren

To access this information, special equipment must be directly connectedto the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada donot access e

The moon roof has a built-in sliding shade that can be manually openedor closed when the glass panel is shut. To close the shade, pull it towardthe fr

1. Position the end of yourhand-held transmitter 1–3 inches(2–8 cm) away from the HomeLink威button you wish to program (locatedon your visor) while kee

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

Erasing HomeLink姞 buttonsTo erase the three programmedbuttons (individual buttons cannotbe erased):• Press and hold the two outerHomeLink威 buttons unt

Info menuThis control displays the followingcontrol displays:• Odometer• Trip Odometer• Distance to Empty• Average Fuel Economy• Trip Elapsed Drive Ti

Average fuel economy (AFE)Select this function from the INFOmenu to display your average fueleconomy in miles/gallon orliters/100 km.If you calculate

Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass willcorrect itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normalconditions. I

Compass calibration adjustmentPerform the following steps on an open area free from steel structuresand high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, t

Setup menuPress this control for the followingdisplays:• System Check• Oil Life• Language• Units (English/Metric)• Autolamp Delay (if equipped)• Autol

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

Export unique (Non–United States/Canada) vehicle specificinformationFor your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped withfeatures and o

Autolamp delay (if equipped)This feature keeps your headlights on for up to three minutes after theignition is switched off.1. To disable/enable the a

System warningsSystem warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in yourvehicle’s operating systems.In the event of a multiple warning si

PASSENGER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the passenger side dooris not completely closed.REAR LEFT DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the left rear door is notcom

WASHER FLUID LEVEL LOW — Indicates the washer fluid reservoiris less than one quarter full. Check the washer fluid level. Refer toWindshield washer fl

CARGO AREA FEATURESCargo net (if equipped)The cargo net secures lightweightobjects in the cargo area. Attach thenet to the anchors provided. Do notput

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 off position and all vehicledoors are closed. Y

Autounlock featureThe autounlock feature will unlock all the doors when:• the ignition is in the on position, all the doors are closed, and thevehicle