Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 12Warning lights and chimes 12Gauges 16Message center 18Entertainment Systems 28AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 28Auxiliary
These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Airbag - FrontAirbag
SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)You can use the keyless entrykeypad to:• lock or unlock the doors withoutusing a key.• open the trunk.Th
The anti-scan feature will turn off after:• one minute of keypad inactivity.• pressing thecontrol on the remote entry transmitter portion ofyour integ
key chain may cause vehicle starting issues. You need to prevent theseobjects from touching the coded IKT while starting the engine. Theseobjects will
Automatic disarmingThe vehicle is disarmed immediately after the ignition is turned to the onposition.The theft indicator will illuminate for three se
Please read and understand theentire procedure before you begin.1. Insert the first previouslyprogrammed coded key into theignition.2. Turn the igniti
PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEMThe perimeter anti-theft system will help protect your vehicle fromunauthorized entry.If there is any potential perimeter anti-t
Disarming the systemYou can disarm the system by any of the following actions:• Unlock the doors by using the remote entry transmitter portion ofyour
SEATINGWARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant toslide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personalinjuries in the event o
To adjust the head restraint, do the following:1. Adjust the seatback to an upright driving/riding position.2. Raise the head restraint bypulling up o
To remove the adjustable head restraint, do the following:1. Pull up the head restraint until itreaches the highest adjustmentposition.2. Simultaneous
Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleasePanic Alarm Engine Oi
WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of acrash, head restraints must be installed properly.Using the manual lumbar support (if eq
Pump the handle upwards to raisethe cushion and pump downward tolower the cushion to the desiredlocation.Pull lever up to adjust seatback.Folding down
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.Move the control in the direction ofthe arrows to raise or lower thefront portion of t
Heated seats (if equipped)WARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skinbecause of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cordinjur
REAR SEATSSecond-row adjustable head restraintsYour vehicle is equipped with second-row outboard and center headrestraints that are vertically adjusta
To adjust the head restraint, do the following:1. Raise the head restraint bypulling up on the head restraint.2. Lower the head restraint bypressing a
To remove the adjustable head restraint, do the following:1. Pull up the head restraint until itreaches the highest adjustmentposition.2. Insert and p
To reinstall the adjustable head restraint, do the following:1. Insert the two stems into theguide sleeve collars.2. Push the head restraint downuntil
To lower the seatback(s), pull therelease handle(s) located inside thetrunk.Fold the seatback(s) down.WARNING: Before returning the seatback to its or
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESStandard instrument cluster shown; metric, optional and manualtransmission clusters similarWarning lights and gauges can aler
Seat-mounted cup holders and armrest storage compartmentTo access the cup holders, fold thearmrest down.WARNING: Use only soft cups in the cup holder.
How does the Personal Safety System work?The Personal Safety System can adapt the deployment strategy of yourvehicle’s safety devices according to cra
to the airbag when it begins to inflate. For some occupants, this occursbecause they are initially sitting very close to the airbag. For otheroccupant
Front safety belt energy management retractorsThe front outboard safety belt energy management retractors allowwebbing to be pulled out of the retract
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
movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a cornersharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 5 mph(8 km/h) or mor
How to disengage the automatic locking modeWARNING: Ford Motor Company recommends that allpassenger safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware shou
WARNING: The driver and front passenger safety belt system(including retractors, buckles and height adjusters) must bereplaced if the vehicle is invol
Belt-Minder姞The Belt-Minder威 feature is a supplemental warning to the safety beltwarning function. This feature provides additional reminders byinterm
damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoidheavy acceleration and deceleration) and contact your authorized dealeras soon as p
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) (automatic transmission)• The gearshift is in neutral (manual transmission)• The ignition switch is in the off position
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)The passenger airbag cover is a seamless design so that you cannot seethe boundary around its door. The shad
WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver,should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an airbag supplemental restraint
Children and airbagsChildren must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rear
The airbags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After airbagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burnt
• a readiness light and tone• and the electrical wiring which connects the components• Side curtain airbag system. Refer to Side curtain airbag system
The front passenger sensing systemuses a ⬙passenger airbag off⬙ or⬙pass airbag off⬙ indicator which willilluminate and stay lit to remind youthat the
Airbag readiness: If this light failsto illuminate when the ignition isturned to on, continues to flash orremains on, contact your authorizeddealer as
• If the indicator lamp remains lit even after this, the person should beadvised to ride in the rear seat.OccupantPass Airbag OffIndicator LampPasseng
ObjectsPass Airbag OffIndicator LampPassenger AirbagSmall (i.e. three-ringbinder, small purse,bottled water)Unlit DisabledMedium (i.e. heavybriefcase,
In case there is a problem with thefront passenger sensing system, theairbag readiness light in theinstrument cluster will stay lit.If the airbag read
A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:• The readiness light (same lightfor front and side airbag system)will eithe
How does the side airbag system work?The design and development of the side airbag system includedrecommended testing procedures that were developed b
WARNING: If the sideairbag has deployed, theairbag will not function again.The side airbag system(including the seat) must beinspected and serviced by
Side-curtain airbag systemWARNING: Do not placeobjects or mount equipmenton or near the headliner at thesiderail that may come intocontact with a depl
How does the side air-curtain system work?The design and development of theside air curtain system includedrecommended testing proceduresthat were dev
passenger seat or an unbuckled child or small person in the passengerseat. The air curtain was designed to inflate between the side windowarea and occ
Any difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of thefollowing:• The readiness light (same light as used for front airbag system) willeith
transmission has been turned off and the grade assist function has beenturned on, refer to the Driving chapter.Low tire pressure warning:Illuminates w
WARNING: All children are shaped differently. TheRecommendations for Safety Restraints are based on probablechild height, age and weight thresholds fr
Recommendations for Safety Restraints for ChildrenChild size, height, weight, or ageRecommendedrestraint typeLargerchildrenChildren who have outgrown
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
Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place arear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag. If you must use aforward-facing
To reinstall the head restraint, linethe posts up in the holes on the seatback with the head restraint strapfacing the outside of the vehicle andpush
• Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safetyseat, with the tongue between the child seat and the release button,to help preve
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
High beams: Illuminates when thehigh beam headlamps are turned on.Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in theignition in the off
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 loweranchors for child seat installation atthe seating positions marked withthe child seat symbol.The LATCH anchors are located
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
The rear seats of your vehicle are equipped with built-in tether strapanchors located behind the seats as described below.The tether anchors in your v
4. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown.If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly, the child safety seat maynot be retained properly in theeven
When children should use booster seatsChildren need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow thetoddler seat until they are big enough for the
• High back booster seatsIf, with a backless booster seat,you cannot find a seating positionthat adequately supports yourchild’s head, a high back boo
If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat, placing a rubberized meshsold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve thisconditio
WARNING: Failure to inspect and if necessary replace thesafety belt assembly or child restraint system under the aboveconditions could result in sever
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADINGTire Quality Grades apply to newpneumatic passenger car tires. TheQuality grades can be found whereappli
Standard measure cluster shown, metric similar.Speedometer: Indicates thecurrent vehicle speed.Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coola
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)/All-wheel drive (AWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram)Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the ti
Information on “P” type tiresP215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (
Tachometer: Indicates the enginespeed in revolutions per minute.Driving with your tachometerpointer continuously at the top ofthe scale may damage the
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/
11. Maximum Load: Indicates the maximum load in kilograms andpounds that can be carried by the tire. Refer to the Safety ComplianceCertification Label
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
Low tire pressurewarning lightPossible cause Customer action requiredFlashing warninglightSpare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is inuse. Repair
under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location whereair can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the recommendedinflat
Selectable featuresResetPress reset to select and resetfunctions shown in the INFO menuand SETUP menu.Info menuThis control displays the following:• O
VEHICLE LOADINGThis section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle to keepyour loaded vehicle weight within its design rating capability
Example only:Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment.GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the
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
• Example only:WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Labelvehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehiclehandling or
WARNING: Do not use replacement tires with lower loadcarrying capacities than the original tires because they maylower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR lim
you have been planning for the past 2 years. Measuring the inside ofthe vehicle with the rear seat folded down, you have room for12-100 lb. (45 kg) ba
Note: If you tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground, followthese instructions:• For vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, hav
• Place the ignition to the accessory position (refer to Starting in theDriving chapter).• Do not exceed 65 mph (105 km/h) for vehicles equipped with
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
Locks and Security 88Keys 88Locks 89Anti-theft system 101Seating and Safety Restraints 107Seating 107Safety restraints 120Airbags 134Child restraints
DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy, which is basedon your recent driving history of 500 miles (800 km). This value is notthe same
• Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park).If starting a vehicle with a manualtransmission:• Make sure the parking brake isset.• Push the clutch pedal to
Starting the engine1. Turn the key to 3 (on) withoutturning the key to 4 (start).2. Turn the key to 4 (start), thenrelease the key as soon as theengin
the user to connect the system to a grounded 120 volt A/C electricalsource. The block heater system is most effective when outdoortemperatures reach b
become very hot and may result in an electrical shock or fire. Be sureto check for heat anywhere in the electrical hookup once the systemhas been oper
ABS warning lampThe ABS lamp in the instrumentcluster momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition is turned on. Ifthe light does not illuminate duringsta
WARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make surethat the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatictransmission) or in 1 (First) (m
WARNING: If a failure has been detected within theAdvanceTrac威 system, the stability control light will illuminatesteadily, and you may hear a chime.
Excessive wheel spin is controlled in two ways, which may workseparately or in tandem; engine traction control and brake tractioncontrol. Engine tract
Switching off AdvanceTrac威If the vehicle is stuck in snow, mud or sand, and seems to lose enginepower, switching off certain features of the AdvanceTr
STEERING2.5L I4 engine and 3.0L V6 Duratec威 engine: Your vehicle isequipped with an Electric Power Steering (EPS) system. There is nofluid reservoir t
Your vehicle must be moving to calculate instantaneous fuel economy.When your vehicle is not moving, this function shows, one or no barsilluminated. I
a few seconds when the engine is running. If the power steering systembreaks down (or if the engine is turned off), you can steer the vehiclemanually,
If the fuse is not blown and the brake lamps are working properly, thefollowing procedure will allow you to move the gearshift lever from P(Park):1. A
WARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brakewarning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not beworking properly. See your author
N (Neutral)With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and isfree to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position.D
• Is not intended for use under extended or normal driving conditionsand results in lower fuel economy.Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6–
D (Drive) with OverdriveThe normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmissionoperates in gears one through six.Understanding your Select
To manually downshift the transmission:1. Move the gearshift lever forwardto (-).2. Release the lever, and it willreturn to the M position. Thetransmi
MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)Using the clutchManual transmission vehicles have a starter interlock that preventscranking the engine unle
Upshift according to the following chart:Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fueleconomy)Shift from:1 - 2 15 mph (24 km/h)2 - 3 25 mph (4
3. Turn the ignition off.WARNING: Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may moveunexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set theparki
The sequence of the system check report is as follows:1. XXX% OIL LIFE2. All DOORS CLOSED3. TRUNK CLOSED4. BLIND SPOT SYSTEM (if equipped)5. CROSS TRA
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
REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)The rearview camera system,located on the trunk, provides avideo image which appears in therear view mirror or on
The camera lens for the camera is located on the trunk. Keep the lensclean so that the video image remains clear and undistorted. Clean thelens with a
BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM (BLIS姞) WITH CROSSTRAFFIC ALERT (CTA) (IF EQUIPPED)The BLIS威 is a convenience featurethat aids the driver in assessingwh
The BLIS威 will trigger the alert for vehicles that enter your blind zonefrom the rear or merge in to the blind zone from the side. Vehicles thatyou pa
Cross traffic alert (CTA) system operationThe CTA system warns the driver of approaching vehicles when R(Reverse) is selected and the vehicle is backi
CTA coverage also decreases when parking at shallow angles (refer tofigure for approximate zone coverage areas [sensor obstructed tovehicle on left]).
CTA and Reverse Sensing System (RSS) interactionCTA works along with the Reverse Sensing System (RSS) (if equipped).Become familiar with the warning t
WARNING: Just prior to the system recognizing a blockedcondition and alerting the driver, the number of missed objectswill increase. To help avoid inj
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
Units (English/Metric)1. Select this function from theSETUP menu for the current unitsto be displayed.2. Press RESET to change fromEnglish to Metric.A
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
When driving through water, traction or brake capability may be limited.Also, water may enter your engine’s air intake and severely damage yourengine
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 SWITCH (3.5L ENGINE)This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the enginewhen your vehicle has had a substantial
WARNING: Failure to inspect and if necessary repair fuel leaksafter a collision may increase the risk of fire and serious injury.Ford Motor Company re
1. Select this function from theSETUP menu to disable the system.2. Press RESET to turn blind spotoff or on.Cross traffic alert system (if equipped)Th
Passenger compartment fuse panelThe fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel bythe brake pedal. Remove the panel cover to acc
Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits7 10A Low beam headlamps (left)8 10A Low beam headlamps (right)9 15A Courtesy lamps10 15A Backlighti
Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits35 10A Rear park assist, Blind spotmonitor system, Heated seats,AWD, Rear video camera36 5A Passive
WARNING: To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replacethe cover to the power distribution box before reconnecting thebattery or refilling fluid r
Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits8 40A* Anti-lock brake system (ABS)pump9 20A* Wiper washer10 30A* ABS valve11 — Not used12 — Not use
Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingProtected Circuits35 40A* Front A/C blower motor (relay 52power)36 1A Diode Fuel pump37 1A Diode One-touch start38 10A
CHANGING THE TIRESIf you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel
2. Full-size dissimilar spare with label on wheel: This spare tire hasa label on the wheel that states: “THIS TIRE AND WHEEL FORTEMPORARY USE ONLY”Whe
• Wet weather driving capability• All-wheel driving capability (if applicable)• Load leveling adjustment (if applicable)When driving with the full-siz
Tire change procedureWARNING: To help prevent the vehicle from moving when youchange a tire, be sure the parking brake is set, then block (inboth dire
The message center will display the last selected feature if there are nomore warning messages. This allows you to use the full functionality ofthe me
3. Put the jack in the jack locatornext to the tire you are changing.Turn the jack handle clockwise untilthe wheel is completely off theground.Note: T
7. Remove the jack and fully tightenthe lug nuts in the order shown.Refer to Wheel lug nut torquespecifications later in this chapterfor the proper lu
WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove anycorrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mountingsurfaces of the wheel or the surface
JUMP STARTINGWARNING: The gases around the battery can explode ifexposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion couldresult in injury or v
Connecting the jumper cables1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal ofthe discharged battery.Note: In the illustrations,
3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery.4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an ex
Jump starting1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine atmoderately increased speed.2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.3.
3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery.4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of
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
Emergency towingIn case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without accessto wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport veh
LOW TIRE PRESSURE — Displayed when one or more tires on yourvehicle have low tire pressure. Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires,Wheels and Load
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
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY)For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those caseswhere you continue to fee
If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living inCentral America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearestauthorized
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)If you believe that your vehicle hasa defect which could cause a crashor could cause injury or death, youshould im
WASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft威 Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which i
WAXING• Wash the vehicle first.• Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft威 PremiumLiquid Wax (ZC-53-A), which is available from your au
ENGINEEngines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing:• Take care when
BLIND SPOT NOT AVAILABLE (if equipped) — Displayed whenblind spot information system is not available. See Blind SpotInformation System (BLIS威) with C
3.0L ENGINE3.5L ENGINEPLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTSUse only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your aut
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADESThe windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should becleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, sub
• Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been incontact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntanlotion in order to a
• If a ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire areaimmediately (but do not oversaturate) or the ring will set.• Do not use hous
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 COMPARTMENT2.5L I4 engine1. Engine coolant reservoir2. Engine oil filler cap3. Engine oil dipstick4. Brake/Clutch
3.0L V6 engine1. Engine coolant reservoir2. Brake fluid reservoir3. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission only)4. Battery5. Power distri
3.5L V6 engine1. Power steering fluid reservoir2. Transmission fluid dipstick3. Brake fluid reservoir4. Battery5. Power distribution box6. Air filter
AUDIO SYSTEMSAM/FM/single CD or in-dash CD6/ MP3 satellite compatible soundsystemWARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontro
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
To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended toscrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. Thelayer of ice
• 3.0L V6 engine• 3.5L V6 engine6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again.Maintenance and Specifications2822010 Fusi
On the 2.5L I4 engine, be sure thenotch in the dipstick flange isaligned with the V on the enginewhen reinserting it.• 2.5L I4 engine• 3.0L/3.5L V6 en
• 2.5L I4 engine• 3.0L V6 engine• 3.5L V6 engineIf required, add engine oil to the engine. Refer to Adding engine oil inthis chapter.Maintenance and S
• 2.5L I4 engine• 3.0L/3.5L V6 engines•Do not overfill the engine with oil. Oil levels above this markmay cause engine damage. If the engine is overfi
To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with theengine oil level dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.Engine oil and filte
BATTERYYour vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft威 maintenance-freebattery which normally does notrequire additional water during itslife of service.If
WARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteriescontain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.Shield your eyes when work
• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recyclin
AM/FM Radio/ VOL (Power/Volume): Press to turn the radio on/off. Turn theknob to increase/decrease volume.If the volume is set above a certain level a
When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir.• The engine coolant should be at the FULL COLD level or within theCOLD
and new (unused) coolant together in the vehicle. Mixing of enginecoolants may harm your engine’s cooling system. The use of animproper coolant may ha
3. Step back while the pressure releases.4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use thecloth to turn it counterclockwise and re
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 activatedYou have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive thevehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be ab
WARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If you heara hissing sound near the fuel filler door (Easy Fuel™ “no cap”fuel system), do not refuel u
sensitive individuals, serious personal injury or sickness may result. Iffuel is splashed on the skin, promptly wash skin thoroughly with soapand wate
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
3. Slowly insert the fuel filler nozzle fully into the fuel system, and leavethe nozzle fully inserted until you are done pumping. Pump fuel asnormal.
Customer Assistance 260Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 266Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 266Cleaning 267Maintenance and Specifications 27
CAT/FOLD (Category/Folder): This feature allows you to select fromvarious music categories.To change RDS categories: Press MENU repeatedly until RDS O
Flex fuel vehicle (FFV) fuel fill inletIf your vehicle is flex fuel capable, it will have a yellow bezel placed overthe fuel fill inlet.Choosing the r
FFV engine (if equipped)If your vehicle is flex fuel capable, it is designed to use Fuel Ethanol(Ed75–Ed85), “Regular” unleaded gasoline or any mixtur
possible—at least half a tank. Do not add less than five gallons (18.9L)when refueling. You should drive the vehicle immediately after refuelingfor at
When filling the vehicle’s fuel tank from a portable fuel container, use theincluded funnel.1. Locate the white plastic funnel. Itis attached to the u
The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and shouldnot be relied upon to increase driving range. When refueling yourvehicle after the fue
Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habitsGive consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to changea number of variables and
Conditions• Heavily loading a vehicle may reduce fuel economy at any speed.• Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately1 mpg [
If other than Ford, Motorcraft威 or Ford-authorized parts are used formaintenance replacements or for service of components affectingemission control,
2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel—the engine may misfire or runpoorly.3. The fuel fill inlet may not have been properly closed. See Easy Fuel™
The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control systemduring normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If thevehicle is not
/ Play/Pause: Press toplay/pause a track when playing aCD.SEEK/TRACK: PressSEEK/TRACK to access theprevious/next track.CAT (Category) / FOLD (Folder):
BRAKE/CLUTCH FLUIDBrake and clutch (if equipped) systems are supplied from the samereservoir.• 2.5L engine• 3.0L/3.5L enginesThe fluid level will drop
Checking automatic transmission fluid at normal operatingtemperature (140°F-158°F [60°C-70°C])Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obt
Low fluid levelDo not drive the vehicle if the fluidlevel does not show at all on thedipstick.Driving the vehicle with less thanthe recommended fluid
Checking automatic transmission fluid (6F35) (if equipped)Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduledintervals for fluid checks and
Low fluid levelType AType BDo not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is at the bottom of the dipstickand the outside temperatures are above 50°F (10
High fluid levelType AType BFluid levels above the zone, identified by the arrows in the above figures,may result in transmission failure. An overfill
An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/orengagement concerns and/or possible damage.Do not use supplemental transmission flui
Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped)1. Park the vehicle on a levelsurface.2. Engage the parking brake fully –put in first gear.
Changing the air filter element• 2.5L I4 engine• 3.0L V6 engine• 3.5L V6 engine1. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover.2. Caref
• 2.5L I4 engine• 3.0L V6 engine• 3.5L V6 engine3. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing.Maintenance and Specifications3192010 Fus
Satellite Radio (if equipped)Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS威 radiosubscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availabil
4. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt ordebris and to ensure good sealing.5. Install a new air filter element. Be careful
MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIESItem Capacity Ford part nameFord part number / FordspecificationBrake (and clutch–ifequipped) fluidBe
Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number / FordspecificationEngine oil(2.5L engine)5.3 quarts(5.0 L)•Motorcraft威 SAE5W-20 PremiumSynthetic Blend M
Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number / FordspecificationAutomatictransmission fluid6-Speed(Aisin F21)7.4 quarts(7.0L)4Motorcraft威 PremiumAutom
Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number / FordspecificationFuel tank (FWD)17.5 gallons(66.2L)——Fuel tank (AWD)16.5 gallons(62.4L)——1Add the coola
ENGINE DATAEngine 2.5L I4 engine 3.0L V6 engine 3.5L V6 engineCubic inches 151 182 214Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane 87 octaneFiring order 1-3-4-2
• 3.5L V6 Engine1. Short drivebelt is on first pulley groove closest to engine.2. Long drivebelt is on second pulley groove farthest from engine.IDENT
Vehicle identification number (VIN)The vehicle identification number islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel.Please note that in the graphic,XXXX
TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONSYou can find a transmission code onthe Safety Compliance CertificationLabel. The following table tells youwhich transmis
GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Ford or Ford of
CAT (Category) / FOLD (Folder): Press to toggle between turningthe most recently selected satellite radio category on or off. The categoryicon (CAT) w
Peace of mindRemote startVehicle security systemsWheel locksFor maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind when adding accesso
FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANSMore than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discoveredthe powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the on
Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for ItselfOne service bill – the cost of parts and labor – can easily exceed theprice of your Ford ESP Service Contract. With
Ford Extended Service Plan3332010 Fusion (fsn)Owners Guide, 4th PrintingUSA (fus)
AAccessory delay ...79AdvanceTrac ...205Air cleaner filter ...317–318, 320Air conditioningautoma
CCapacities for refilling fluids ...321CD ...28Cell phone use ...8Changing a
EElectronic message center ...18Emergencies, roadsidejump-starting ...253running out of fuel ...252, 302Emission co
flash to pass ...57high beam ...57replacing bulbs ...62turning on and o
Mirrors ...80–81automatic dimming rearviewmirror ...80heated ...
Seats ...107child safety seats ...154front seats ...110heated ...
Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NOSONGS.c. DELETE ALL SONGS: Press OK to delete all song’s from thesystem’s memory.
WWarning lights (see Lights) ...12Washer fluid ...280Water, Driving through ...234Windowspower ...
Sound AdjustmentsPress SOUND repeatedly to cycle through the following features:BASS: PressSEEK/TRACK to adjust the level of bass.TREBLE: PressSEEK/TR
(Phone): If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC威, press to accessSYNC PHONE features. For further information, please refer to theSYNC威 information inc
3. Attach one end of the audio extension cable to the headphone outputof your player and the other end of the audio extension cable to the AIJin your
USB port (if equipped)WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends thatdriver
CD/CD player careDo:• Handle discs by their edges only.(Never touch the playingsurface).• Inspect discs before playing.• Clean only with an approved C
CONGRATULATIONSCongratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to getwell acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The
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.Fan speed adjustment: Turn to select fan speed.2.RRear defroster: Press to activate/deactivat
9. Temperature control: Controls the temperature of the airflow in thevehicle.10. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculationin t
During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary forextended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C inthe MAX A/C po
The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow distribution,A/C on or off, and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicleto
10. Passenger heated seat control (if equipped): Press toactivate/deactivate the passenger heated seat. See Heated seats in theSeating and Safety Rest
Warning symbols on your vehicleWhen you see this symbol, it isimperative that you consult therelevant section of this guide beforetouching or attempti
DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (NAVIGATIONBASED – IF EQUIPPED)Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,refer to Messa
5. Passenger heated seat (if equipped): Press to control thepassenger heated seat. Refer to Heated seats in the Seating and SafetyRestraints chapter f
TOUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONSTemperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter.Temper
Operating tips• To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather,select(defrost) or (floor/defrost).• To reduce humidity build-up inside
5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the ventslocated in
HEADLAMP CONTROLTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parking lamps,instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps.Turns the low beam headlampso
4. Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position. The headlampswill turn on.5. Wait the desired amount of time for the exit delay you want (up to
High beamsPush the lever toward theinstrument panel to activate. Pullthe lever toward you to deactivate.Flash-to-passPull toward you slightly to activ
Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery isinstalled, the dimmer control requires re-calibration. Press the dimmercontrol fr
5. Locate the vertical adjuster oneach headlamp. Using a Phillips #2screwdriver, turn the adjuster eitherclockwise (to adjust down) orcounterclockwise
SPECIAL NOTICESNew Vehicle Limited WarrantyFor a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered byyour vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited
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.Ambient lig
• Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior ofthe lensTake your vehicle to a dealer for service if any of the above conditio
Replacing interior bulbsCheck the operation of all bulbs frequently.Replacing exterior bulbsCheck the operation of all the bulbs frequently.Replacing
Low beam6. Disconnect the electrical connector.To install, reverse the removal procedure.For passenger side replacement of the high beam bulb, do thef
6. Disconnect the electricalconnector.7. Carefully pull bulb straight out ofsocket and install the new one.WARNING: Handle a halogen headlamp bulb car
3. Reaching through the wheel well,remove the rubber bulb accesscover from the housing.4. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then
Replacing headlamp bulbs (3.5L engine)High beam/low beam bulb replacementFor driver side replacement of the high beam/low beam bulbs, do thefollowing:
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs (2.5L/3.0L engines)1. Make sure headlamp control is in the off position, then open the hood.2. Reach ov
WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/orpersonal burn injuries do not start your engine with the aircleaner removed and do not remove it w
2. Remove the press pins located inthe wheel well and pull the splashshield back.3. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pull
Event Data RecordingThis vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). Themain purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or nearcrash-
Replace with a new bulb, and reverse the removal steps to complete theprocess.Replacing rear side marker lampFor replacement of the rear side marker l
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs1. Make sure the headlamp controlis in the off position.2. Remove the screws from thelicense plate lamp assembly.3.
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/TELESCOPE STEERING WHEELTo adjust the steering wheel:1. Pull the lever down to unlock thesteering column.2. While the lever is in the downpositio
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according toyour option package.Storage compartmentPress on
Compass zone adjustment1. Determine which magnetic zoneyou are in for your geographiclocation by referring to the zonemap.2. Turn ignition to the on p
2. To calibrate, press and hold the 7and 9 radio preset buttons togetherfor approximately 10 seconds untilCAL appears. Release the buttons.3. Slowly d
INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE COMPARTMENTThe storage compartment may beused to secure sunglasses or similarsized objects. Press the button toopen the stora
POWER WINDOWSWARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle anddo not let children play with the power windows. They mayseriously injure the
To operate one-touch up:• Pull the switch completely up tothe second detent and releasequickly. The window will closefully. Momentarily press theswitc
Note: Including to the extent that any law pertaining to EventData Recorders applies to SYNC威 or its features, please note thefollowing: Once 911 Assi
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
Using speed controlsThe speed controls are located on the steering wheel. The followingbuttons work with speed control:– SET +: Press to set a speed o
Resuming a set speedPress and release RSM. This will automatically return the vehicle to thepreviously set speed.Increasing speed while using speed co
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)Radio control featuresVOL + (Volume): Press to increasethe volume.VOL – (Volume): Press to decreasethe volume.(Se
Press to scroll through various menus and selections. PressOK to confirm your selection.For further information on the SYNC威 system, refer to the SYNC
WARNING: When closing the moon roof, you should verify thatit is free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets arenot in the proximity of
INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROLPress the remote trunk releasecontrol on the instrument panel tothe left of the steering wheel.Driver Controls872010 Fusion (fsn
KEYSYour vehicle is equipped with twoIntegrated Keyhead Transmitters(IKTs). The key blade functions as aprogrammed key which starts thevehicle and unl
POWER DOOR LOCKS• Press thecontrol to unlock alldoors.• Press thecontrol to lock alldoors.Smart locksThis feature attempts to help prevent you from lo
WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehiclecontrol, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that youuse extreme caution when
Deactivating/activating autolock featureYour vehicle comes with the autolock features activated; there are fourmethods to enable/disable this feature:
4. Press and hold the 3 • 4. While holding the 3 • 4pressthe7• 8.5. Release the 7 • 8.6. Release the 3 • 4.The user should receive a horn chirp to ind
1. Place the key in the ignition andturn the ignition to the on position.2. Press the power door unlockcontrol on the door panel threetimes.3. Turn th
CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS• When these locks are set, therear doors cannot be opened fromthe inside.• The rear doors can be openedfrom the outside when the
To open the luggage compartmentdoor (lid) from within the luggagecompartment, pull the illuminated“T” shaped handle and push up onthe trunk lid. The h
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEMThe Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT) complies with part 15 of theFCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is su
2. Press and release again within five seconds to unlock all the doors.The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature; thisfeature tu
Replacing the batteryThe integrated keyhead transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithiumbattery CR2032 or equivalent.To replace the battery:1. Tw
The illuminated entry system will turn off the lights if:• the ignition is turned to the on position,• the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter lock control
1. Place the key in the ignition andturn the ignition to the 3 (on)position.2. Press the power door unlockcontrol on the door panel threetimes.3. Turn
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