Ford 2009 Taurus X v.1 Manuel d'utilisateur Page 1

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

Storage compartmentThe storage compartment may beused to store a pair of sunglasses.Press the release area on the rearedge of the bin door to open the

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

The auxiliary power points arelocated on the instrument panel andin the center console utilitycompartment.Do not use the power point foroperating the

Note: Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by yourwarranty, and can result in fire or serious injury.POWER WINDOWSWARNING: Do not

To operate ONE TOUCH UP:• Pull the switch completely up tothe second detent and releasequickly. The window will closefully. Momentarily press theswitc

INTERIOR MIRRORThe interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support armwhich lets you adjust the mirror UP or DOWN and from SIDE to SIDE.

EXTERIOR MIRRORSPower side view mirrorsWARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is inmotion.To adjust your mirrors:1. Rotate the control cl

POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)The accelerator and brake pedalshould only be adjusted when thevehicle is stopped and the gearshiftlever is

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

Resuming a set speedPress the RSM control and releaseit. This will automatically return thevehicle to the previously set speed.Increasing speed while

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

• Depress the brake pedal or pressCNCL (Cancel) until the desiredvehicle speed is reached, pressthe SET + control.Turning off speed controlThere are t

In AM, FM1, or FM2 mode:• Press SEEK to access thenext/previous strong station.In Satellite radio mode (ifequipped):• Press and release SEEK to access

SYNC system hands free controlfeature (if equipped)Pressbriefly to use the voicecommand feature. You will hear atone and LISTENING will appear inthe r

To open the moon roof: Press andrelease the SLIDE control, the moonroof will open automatically. Pressthe switch again to stop the moonroof.WARNING: W

HOMELINK姞 WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)The HomeLink威 Wireless ControlSystem, located on the driver’s visor,provides a convenient way toreplace

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

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

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%

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

2. Press the RESET control to turn the power liftgate ON or OFF. Ifdisabled, the outside release handle and the rear cargo area controlbutton are off.

Warnings StatusDriver door ajar Warning cannot be reset (CLOSEDOOR TO RESET) will be displayedPassenger door ajarRear left door ajarRear right door aj

BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW — Indicates the brake fluid level is lowand the brake system should be inspected immediately. Refer to Brakefluid in the Mainten

To open the liftgate, push thecontrol button located in the top ofthe liftgate pull cup handle tounlatch the liftgate, then pull on theoutside handle

The liftgate will only operate with the vehicle in P (Park).When the liftgate is being power closed, a chime will sound three timesas the liftgate beg

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

To power open or close theliftgate from the instrumentpanel:Press the button, located on theinstrument panel, once to poweropen or close the liftgate.

To power close the liftgate withthe rear cargo area controlbutton:Press and release the control on theleft rear quarter panel to close theliftgate.Not

• the liftgate is manually closed and left ajar (unlatched)To reset the power liftgate:1. Disconnect the battery for 20 seconds then, reconnect the ba

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 lb (57

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

6. To enable/disable the autounlock feature, press the lock control, thenpress the unlock control. The horn will chirp once if autounlock wasdeactivat

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

• 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(10 meters). 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

WARNING: Make sure all persons are clear of the liftgate areabefore using power liftgate control.In order to fully lower and latch the liftgate, press

Deactivating the memory featureTo deactivate this feature:1. Press and hold either the 1 or 2 control on the driver’s door for fiveseconds. (A tone wi

Replacing lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)If you would like to have your Integrated Keyhead Transmittersreprogrammed because you lost one,

Note: On some vehicles, the perimeter lamps illuminated entry featurewill not activate in daylight conditions.Deactivating/activating perimeter lamps

Battery saverThe battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 10 minutes after theignition has been turned to the off position.• If the dome lamps w

4. To associate the entry code with a memory setting, enter a sixth digitto indicate which driver should be set in a memory recalled by thepersonal en

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

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

Anti-theft indicatorThe anti-theft indicator is located in the instrument panel cluster.• When the ignition is in the offposition, the indicator will

towed to an authorized dealer. The key codes need to be erased fromyour vehicle and new coded keys will need to be programmed.Replacing coded keys can

6. Turn the ignition to the 1 (off) position and remove the secondpreviously programmed coded key from the ignition.7. Within 20 seconds of turning th

to let you know that all doors, the hood and the liftgate are closed. Ifany of these are not closed, the horn will chirp twice to warn you thata door,

Triggering the anti-theft systemThe armed system will be triggered if:• Any door, the hood or the liftgate is opened without using the doorkey, keypad

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.Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when theve

WARNING: Before returning the seatback to its originalposition, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trappedbehind the seatback. After returnin

WARNING: Before returning the seatback to its originalposition, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trappedbehind the seatback. After returnin

The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion.Press the front or rear portion to tiltthe seat.• DriverPress the control to move the

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

Heated seats (if equipped)WARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skinbecause of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cordinjur

A position can only be recalled when the transmission gearshift is in Park(automatic transmission). A memory seat position may be programmedat any tim

Adjusting second row bucket and bench seat backLift the handle to adjust seatback.Using same control will fold theseatback flat.WARNING: Reclining the

Lift the handle located on the sideof the seat.The seatback will fold flat.Lift the handle all the way up untilthe seat releases from the floor.Rotate

To return the seatback to theupright position• Lift the seatback toward the rearof the vehicle, and• Rotate the seatback until youhear a click, lockin

Pull on the strap located on theback of the second row seat. Thiswill fold the seatback forward. Pullthe strap a second time to tumblethe seat forward

WARNING: Before returning the seatback to its originalposition, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trappedbehind the seatback. After returnin

Note: Do not do the following:• Place heavy objects on the seat• Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on theseat. Allow the

2. From the rear of the vehicle, fold seatback by pulling and holding thenumber 1 strap while pushing the seatback forward. Release strap onceseatback

1. Unlatch and lift the seat out of the tub in the floor by squeezing andpulling up on the handle. Once the seat is at a vertical position, push these

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

WARNING: The third rowseat is NOT designed to beused in tailgate mode. Placing theseat in this position could result indamage to the seat, surrounding

• The electrical wiring for the airbags, crash sensor(s), safety beltpretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat positionsensor, front

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

safety belt pretensioners can be activated alone or, if the collision is ofsufficient severity, together with the front airbags.Front safety belt ener

WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lapwhile the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect thechild from injury in a colli

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

WARNING: Position the safety belt height adjusters so that thebelt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjustthe safety belt properly

Conditions of operationIf... Then...The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the onposition...The safety belt war

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

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 driver and front passenger Belt-Minder威 features can bedeactivated/activated by performing the following procedure:Before following the procedure,

AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)WARNING: The area surrounding the instrument panel grabhandle should never be used for storage. The path of

Important SRS precautionsThe SRS is designed to work withthe safety belt to help protect thedriver and right front passengerfrom certain upper body in

To properly position yourself away from the airbag:• Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching thepedals comfortably.• Recline

How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work?The airbag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustainslongitudinal deceleration suffic

WARNING: Several air bag system components get hot afterinflation. Do not touch them after inflation.WARNING: If the air bag has deployed, the air bag

The front passenger sensing system will disable (will not inflate) thefront passenger’s frontal airbag if:• the front passenger seat is unoccupied, or

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

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

WARNING: Sitting improperly out of position or with the seatback reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushionand affect the decision of

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. See your authorized de

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

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

Locks and Security 134Keys 134Locks 135Anti-theft system 149Seating and Safety Restraints 155Seating 155Safety restraints 170Airbags 184Child restrain

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

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for ChildrenChild size, height, weight, or ageRecommendedrestraint typeInfants ortoddlersChildren weighing 40 lb

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for childrenRestraintTypeChildWeightUse any attachment method as indicatedbelow by “X”LATCH(lowe

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

restrained properly in a rear seating position, properly restrain thelargest child in the front seat.Installing child safety seats with combination la

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.6. All

10. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly move the seat forwardand back to make sure the seat issecurely held in place. To checkthis, grab the

Your vehicle has LATCH anchors for child seat installation at the seatingpositions marked with the child seat symbol.WARNING: Never attachtwo LATCH ch

Use of inboard lower anchors from the outboard seating positions(center seating use)The lower anchors at the center of the second row rear seat are sp

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

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

Perform the following steps to attach a child safety seat to the tetheranchor:1. Route the child safety seat tetherstrap over the back of the seat.For

• 3rd row benchNote: The cargo tie-downs at therear edge of the floor are nottether anchors.• Delivery van3. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as sho

4. Rotate the tether strap clip.5. Tighten the child safety seattether strap according to themanufacturer’s instructions.If the safety seat is not anc

Booster seats position a child so that vehicle lap/shoulder safety belts fitbetter. They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the h

• Backless booster seatsIf your backless booster seat has aremovable shield, remove theshield. If a vehicle seating positionhas a low seat back or no

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

NOTICE TO CROSSOVER VEHICLE OWNERSCrossover vehicles handle differentlythan passenger cars in the variousdriving conditions that areencountered on str

driving surfaces are relatively level, obstruction-free and otherwisesimilar to normal on-road driving conditions. Operating your vehicleunder other t

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

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

Note: If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire(s), checkand record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressurewhen yo

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

• Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parkingWARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., donot rapidly spin the

• Front Wheel Drive (FWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram)2009 Taurus X (219)Owners Guide, 1st PrintingUSA (fus)Tires, Wheels and Loading229

In CATEGORY MODE, press / to scroll through the list ofavailable SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.). Refer toCategory under Menu for fu

• 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

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

following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including inter

When your temporary spare tire is installedWhen one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporaryspare, the TPMS system will continue to

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

• 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

Low Tire PressureWarning LightPossible cause Customer Action RequiredFlashing WarningLightSpare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is inuse. Repair

any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearestlocation where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to therecomm

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

Preparing to towUse the proper equipment fortowing a trailer and make sure it isproperly attached to your vehicle.Use a trailer hitch with at leastthr

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

connect trailer lamps directly to your vehicle’s tail lamps. This can causedamage to your vehicle’s electrical system. See your authorized dealer ortr

RECREATIONAL TOWINGFollow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to towyour vehicle for personal travel (such as behind a motor hom

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

2. Turn the key to 4 (start), then release the key as soon as the enginebegins cranking. Your vehicle has a computer assisted cranking systemthat assi

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not useyour heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged(cheater) adapters.Prior to us

How to use the engine block heaterEnsure the receptacle terminals are clean and dry prior to use. To cleanthem, use a dry cloth.Depending on the type

Brake AssistThe Brake Assist system provides full braking force during panic brakingsituations. It detects a rapid application of the brake pedal and

WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make surethat the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park).The parking brake is not recommended to st

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

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

Pressing the transmission controlswitch on the side of the gearshiftlever activates two features at thesame time: Overdrive Cancel andGrade Assist.1.

• The transmission will operate in gears one through six.O/D (overdrive mode) is automatically returned each time the key isturned off.L (Low)• Provid

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

6. / OK(Play/Pause): This control isoperational in CD and DVD mode (ifequipped). When a CD or DVD is playing in the FES system, press thiscontrol to p

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

your vehicle is equipped with a four wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS),do not “pump” the brakes. Refer to the Brakes section of this chapterfor addit

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

• towing of your disabled vehicle• emergency travel expense reimbursement• travel planning benefitsIn Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance co

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

desired station. Press and hold a preset button until sound returns andPRESET # SAVED appears in the display. You can save up to 18 stations,six in AM

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 Spare41

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

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits16 20A** Power point (console)17 10A** Alternator18 — Not used19 — Not used20 40A* Rear defroster21

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits44 G8VA relay Rear wiper45 10A** Speed control deactivate switch,Mass air flow sensor, Inlinemodule

WARNING: The use of tire sealants may damage your TirePressure Monitoring System and should not be used.WARNING: Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring Sys

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 procedureWARNING: When one of the front wheels is off the ground, thetransmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving orslippin

16. CD: Press to enter CD/MP3mode. If a CD/MP3 is already loadedinto the system, CD/MP3 play willbegin where it ended last. If no CD is loaded, NO DIS

WARNING: To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put anypart of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do notstart the engine when y

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,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

Removing the jumper cablesRemove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected.1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surfa

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery.4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, y

If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicledamage may occur.Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized towtruck

Customer Assistance 300Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 306Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 307Cleaning 308Maintenance and Specifications 31

Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. Withthis feature, the window switches, radio and moon roof (if equipped)may be used fo

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

• Ford Genuine Accessories• Service specials and promotions.In Canada:Mailing Address (Ford vehicles)Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of

In some states, you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuingremedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is also allowed a finalrepair

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

authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concernhave been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartialthird party

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

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

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY)If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash orcould cause injury or death, you shoul

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

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

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

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. Turn the bladeat a right angle to the arm.2. Squeeze the locking tabs tor

RBDS: Available only in FM mode. This feature allows you to searchRBDS-equipped stations for a certain category of music format:CLASSIC, COUNTRY, INFO

Changing rear window wiper bladeThe rear wiper arm is designed without a service position. This reducesthe risk of damage to the blade in an automatic

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

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

to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fueleconomy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization andApproval

It is recommended that the negative battery cable terminal bedisconnected from the battery if you plan to store your vehicle for anextended period of

3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.5. Turn the A/C on and allow the e

60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly. A50/50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following:• Freeze protection down t

WARNING: Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot.Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling systemcan burn you badly. Also, you c

coolant degas system with a pressurized cap, or if it is necessary toremove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle withan overfl

Recycled engine coolantFord Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled enginecoolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium

Track/Folder Mode: Available only on MP3 discs in CD mode. In TrackMode, pressingSEEK will scroll through all tracks on the disc.In Folder mode, press

• Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure thecoolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequateprotection at the temperatures i

WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while theengine is running or hot. The hot coolant is under pressure andmay cause serious burns.FUEL F

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

RefuelingWARNING: Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can causesevere injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others:• Read and follow all

At the next opportunity, safely pull off of the road, remove the fuel fillercap, align the cap properly and reinstall it. The check fuel caplightor “c

Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metalliccompounds, including manganese-based additives.Note: Use of any fuel other th

Cleaner airFord endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines toimprove air quality, per the recommendations in the Choosing the rightf

empty. Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fueltank after the fuel gauge indicates empty.The amount of usable fuel in the empty

economy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping recordsduring summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fueleconomy. In gene

Conditions• Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economyat any speed.• Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (a

previous/next channel in the selected category. Press and holdSEEK, SEEK to fast seek through the previous /next channels.In TEXT MODE, pressSEEK, SEE

The scheduled maintenance items listed in scheduled maintenanceinformation are essential to the life and performance of your vehicleand to its emissio

a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause the Service enginesoonindicator to illuminate. Examples are:1. The vehicle has run out of fuel—the eng

for 15 seconds without cranking the engine. If the Service enginesoonindicator blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is notready for I/M testi

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 oil 5.5 quarts (5.2L)Motorcraft SAE 5W-20Premium SyntheticBlend Mo

Items CapacityFord Part Name orequivalentFord Part Number /Ford SpecificationFuel tank18.6 gallons(70.4L)(non-PZEV)——19.0 (71.9L)(PZEV)1Approximate dr

10. FF (Fast forward): Press FFto manually advance in a CD/MP3track.11. REW (Rewind): Press REW tomanually reverse in a CD/MP3 track.12. Memory preset

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 mm)Ign

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

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

AAccessory delay ...104AdvanceTrac ...259Air cleaner filter ...345–346Air conditioning ...

plastic parts ...311washing ...308waxing ...309wheels ...

Event data recording ...8Exhaust fumes ...255FFail safe cooling ...330Family entertainmen

storage ...285Jump-starting your vehicle ...293KKeyless entry system ...147autolock ...

Power point ...101Power steering ...263fluid, checking and adding ...342fluid, refill capacity ...

14. AM/FM: Press to selectAM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.15. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turnON/OFF. Turn to increase/decreasevolume.Note: If the volume is set

Steering wheelcontrols ...110tilting ...98SYNC ...

19. CD slot: Insert a CD label sideup.Auxiliary input jack (Line in)WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, accident a

5. Turn the portable music player on and adjust the volume to 1/2 thevolume.6. Press AUX on the vehicle radio repeatedly until LINE, LINE IN orSYNC LI

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 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

To play a CD in the DVD system:The DVD system can play audio CDs, CD-R and CD-R/W, CD-ROM andvideo CDs. To ensure proper disc operation, check the dis

1. Ensure that the vehicle is on or the ignition is in accessory mode.2. Press the power button to turnthe DVD system on. The indicatorlight next to t

Note: Channel A can access any possible media source (AM, FM1, FM2,SAT (if equipped), CD, DVD, AUX). Channel B can only access DVD andAUX sources.Note

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

DVD player controls1. Headphone control A/B: Pressto select either the A or Bheadphone source. Then pressMEDIA to select the desired playingmedia for

4. (Fast forward): Press andrelease for the next chapter ortrack. Press and hold to forwardsearch a DVD, Video CD, or FES CD in DVD/CD mode.5./ (Play/

press the 2 and 4 memory preset buttons on the audio system at thesame time to perform the same function. For further interactioninformation, refer to

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

7. VOL (Volume): When in Single Play, press to increase ( )ordecrease () the volume over all speakers. When in Dual Play, press toincrease () or decre

21. LANGUAGE (DVD dependent): Press to select the desiredlanguage.22. ENTER: Press to select the highlighted menu option.23. ILLUMINATION: Press to il

HeadphonesWireless headphonesWARNING: The driver should never use the headphones whiledriving the vehicle. Using headphones may prevent the driverfrom

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 headphonesWARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle anddo not let children operate the system while unsupervised. Ifwired headpho

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

Single Play: Single play consists of all occupants in the vehicle listeningto the same playing media over the front and rear speakers. When theDVD sys

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.

COMP (Compression): Compression brings soft and loud CD passagestogether for a more consistent listening level when in CD mode. Press toturn the featu

• Bit rate — The player supports bit rates from 32–320 kbps, as well asvariable bit rate MP3 files, but lower bit rates will have a noticeableeffect o

jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs or DVDs beidentified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesivelabels. Ball point pens may damage

through 1/4 and 1/2. These will display on the status bar on top of thescreen as the screens cycle through at this rate.Frame by frame1. With a DVD pl

The B headphone jack (5) is locatedon the right side of the DVD system.Plug in wired headphones (notincluded) here.Note: The B headphones can onlyacce

FULL (enabled): The FES has control over the primary (speaker) andsecondary (headphone) audio sources.LOCAL: The FES has control over the secondary so

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

MP3: Supply of this product only conveys a license for private,non-commercial use and does not convey a license nor imply any right touse this product

Do not expose the liquid crystal display (LCD) flip-down screento direct sunlight or intensive ultraviolet rays for extensiveperiods of time. Ultravio

Care and service of the DVD playerEnvironmental extremesDVD players which are subjected to harsh environmental conditions maybe damaged or perform at

Cleaning DVD and CD discsInspect all discs for contamination before playing. If necessary, cleandiscs only with an approved DVD and CD cleaner and wip

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

odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air engagesautomatically with selection of MAX A/C or can be engaged manually inany othe

Dual temperature control: Press and hold the AUTO button toengage-disengage separate passenger side temperature control.16. AUTO: Press to engage auto

5. Passenger heated seat control: Press once to activate high heatsetting (two indicator lights), press again to activate low heat setting(one indicat

Event Data RecordingOther modules in your vehicle — event data recorders — are capable ofcollecting and storing data during a crash or near crash even

11. Front fan speed control: Press to manually increase ordecrease the fan speed.12. EXT: Press to display outside temperature. Press again to display

2. Rear temperature control: Press to enable the auxiliary system andset the desired rear cabin airflow temperature with the front control. Therear ca

13. Front fan speed control: Press to manually increase ordecrease the fan speed. To return to automatic fan operation, pressAUTO.14. OFF: Outside air

Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control with heated seats andrear passenger compartment climate control (if equipped)1.Defrost: Distributes outside ai

display will show only the rear cabin settings. After rear setting changesare completed on the front control, the display will automatically showall c

14. EXT: Press to display outside temperature. Press again to displaycabin temperature settings.15. °F/°C (Temperature conversions): Press to switch t

• To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly openfor 2–3 minutes after starting the vehicle or until the vehicle has“aired out.”In

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 switch to the autolamp position. The headlampswill turn on.5. Wait the des

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

Cell phone useThe use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasinglyimportant in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,dri

switch from the full dim position to the full dome/on position to reset.This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lightingconditions.A

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

Function Number of bulbsTradenumberFront park/turn lamp 23457A or3457AK(amber)Front sidemarker lamp 2 194Headlamp (low beam) 2 H11Headlamp (high beam)

3. Locate the outboard (low beam)or inboard (high beam) electricalconnector and remove it byreleasing the locking tab and pullingit straight down.4. R

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

Rear window wiper/washer controlsFor rear wiper operation, rotate therear window wiper and washercontrol to the desired position.Select:2 — Normal spe

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)Lift the mirror cover to turn on thevisor mirror lamp.Slide on rod featureThe visor will slide back and forthon