Contents Before driving Introduction 2 Instrumentation 6 Controls and features Seating and safety restraints 21 112 Starting and driving Starting 147 Driving 152 Roadside emergencies 166 Servicing Maintenance and care 186 Capacities and specifications 233 Customer assistance 238 Reporting safety defects 250 Index 251 All rights reserved.
Introduction The following warning may be required by California law: CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning Engine exhaust, some if its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, or birth defects or other reproductive harm. ICONS Indicates a safety alert. Read the following section on Warnings. Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow.
Introduction WARNINGS Warnings provide information which may reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment. BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no particular breaking-in rules for your vehicle. During the first 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in. INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing.
Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Fluid Level Emission System Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack MAX MIN 5
Instrumentation Instrument cluster (pg. 8) Panel dimmer (pg. 21) Headlamp control (pg. 21) 3 2 AUTO 1 1 0 OFF AUTO 2 4 40 5 20 7 50 60 60 30 6 40 80 100 70 120 140 F 80 90 N O R M A L 1/2 E H C TEMP FUEL 0 0 DIM PUSH INTERIOR RES ACCEL VOL CANCEL NEXT VOL COAST SET CRUISE OFF Turn signal and wiper/washer control (pg. 87) Speed control (pg. 82) Audio controls * (pg. 86) Driver air bag (pg. 132) Anti-theft indicator light (pg.
Instrumentation Gearshift (including overdrive button) (pg. 157) Rear wiper/washer (pg. 88) Hazard flasher (pg. 167) Rear defroster (pg. 40) VE DRI ON ER OV OFF/ HAZAR RR WA RR DEF SECUR SH Auxiliary power point (pg. 81) D RR WIP ER OG ITY Electronic sound system (pg. 40) VOL - PUSH ON AM FM DC 12V CLK BASS TREB BAL FADE CD SEEK SCAN TUNE SIDE 1 - 2 EJ REW DISCS CD CD 1 2 1 TAPE AMS 3 4 FF COMP SHUFFLE 5 6 Climate control system (pg.
Instrumentation WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard analog instrument cluster 40 4 3 5 6 1 0 7 RPMx1000 100 80 40 20 F 80 140 N O R M A L 1/2 E 90 10 0 100 km/h 0 0 000000 0 0 MPH R N D 2 1 P ! P BRAKE C TEMP FUEL FUEL DOOR AIR BAG H 160 20 8 70 120 60 30 2 50 60 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY SERVICE ENGINE SOON CRUISE O/D OFF Optional electronic instrument cluster CRUISE 6 7 8 F 2 ˚F ˚C MILES/BAL L/100 km OUTSIDE TEMP INST ECONOMY AVG.
Instrumentation Safety belt Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For more information, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Brake system warning Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON BRAKE position. Also illuminates if the ! parking brake is engaged. If the brake warning lamp does not illuminate at these times, seek service immediately.
Instrumentation Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If one or both of the indicators stay on continuously or flash faster, check for a burned-out turn signal bulb. Refer to Exterior bulbs in the Maintenance and care chapter. Speed control This light comes on when either the CRUISE COAST/SET or RES/ACCEL controls are pressed. It turns off when the cruise cancel control is pressed, the brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position.
Instrumentation Service engine soon Your vehicle is equipped with a SERVICE computer that monitors the engine’s ENGINE emission control system. This SOON system is commonly known as the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD II). The OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards. The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your vehicle.
Instrumentation Light is blinking: Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.
Instrumentation Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (and the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.
Instrumentation • Standard analog instrument cluster 4 3 • Optional electronic instrument cluster 5 2 6 1 0 7 CRUISE 8 RPMx1000 5 4 3 6 7 8 2 MPH km/h km 1 X 1000 TRIP 1 TRIP 2 RPM 0 Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed.
Instrumentation Odometer Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle. • Standard analog instrument 0 0 cluster • Optional electronic instrument cluster CRUISE 3 0 0 0 0 4 5 6 7 8 2 MPH km/h km 1 X 1000 TRIP 1 TRIP 2 RPM 0 Refer to Electronic Message Center for information on how to switch the display from metric to English measurements. Trip odometer Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. • Standard analog instrument cluster To reset, depress the control.
Instrumentation Fuel gauge Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank (when the key is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion. The ignition should be in the OFF position while the vehicle is being refueled. When the gauge first indicates empty, there is a small amount of reserve fuel in the tank. When refueling the vehicle from empty indication, the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel.
Instrumentation • Standard analog instrument cluster N O R M A L H C TEMP • Optional electronic instrument cluster H N O R M A L C ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) The electronic message center only works when the ignition is in the ON position. The message center allows you to: • display the outside temperature. • change your gauges from English ˚F ˚C to metric units. MILES/GAL L/100 km MILES km • monitor the instantaneous fuel OUTSIDE TEMP economy.
Instrumentation Selectable features SELECT Press this control to select the following features: RESET ENG / MET SELECT • • • • OUTSIDE TEMP INST ECONOMY AVG ECONOMY TO EMPTY TRIP / RST OD / TRIP ˚F ˚C MILES/GAL L/100 km MILES km OUTSIDE TEMP INST ECONOMY AVG ECONOMY TO EMPTY RESET Press this control to reset the average fuel economy calculation. ENG/MET Press this control to change your RESET ENG / MET TRIP / RST instrument cluster gauges from English to metric.
Instrumentation Message center functions OUTSIDE TEMP Press SELECT until the menu displays OUTSIDE TEMP. This will display the temperature of the air ˚F ˚C MILES/GAL outside of your vehicle. The L/100 km MILES km accurate temperature will be OUTSIDE TEMP INST ECONOMY displayed after the vehicle has AVG ECONOMY reached the outside temperature TO EMPTY and is driven at speeds of 48 km/h (30 mph) or greater. INST ECONOMY Press SELECT until the menu displays INST ECONOMY.
Instrumentation Checking your highway fuel economy using the electronic message center display Use the following procedure will allow you to accurately monitor your actual highway fuel economy. This procedure requires the vehicle speed control system to be set to highway speeds and must be run only on suitable roadways where long distance speed control can be safely maintained.
Controls and features PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel. DIM • Push and hold top of control to brighten. • Push and hold bottom of control to dim. The dome lamp will not illuminate if the panel dimmer/dome lamp control is switched to OFF. HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control clockwise to the first position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate clockwise to the second position to also turn on the headlamps. Push the control to turn on the interior lamps.
Controls and features Flash to pass Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate. HI LO F S OFF AUTOLAMP CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) The autolamp system provides light OFF AUTO sensitive automatic on-off control of 1 the exterior lights normally AUTO controlled by the headlamp control. 2 The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a preselected period of time after the ignition switch is turned to OFF.
Controls and features Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. 1 2 3 4 Temperature control Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle. Mode selector control Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle. OFF MAX A/C A/C Control A/C Turns the A/C on in all modes when the outside temperature is about 4°C (40°F) or higher. The air conditioning operates in MAX A/C and when the A/C control is depressed.
Controls and features • • • • • • 24 the A/C A/C indicator will automatically light. Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers. This mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. (Panel)-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. Push the A/C A/C control in order to cool the vehicle below the outside temperature. OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate.
Controls and features Cooling your vehicle with outside air Cooling your vehicle with air conditioned outside air is quieter but less economical than using air conditioned recirculated air. It also has less cooling capacity and is not recommended for high outside temperatures. In order to cool your vehicle using outside air: 1. Turn the mode selector to (panel), (panel and floor) or (floor). 2. Press the A/C (A/C) selector. The indicator light on the A/C selector will illuminate. 3.
Controls and features The rear passenger compartment air conditioning system (if equipped) should be set to OFF, if rear heating is desired. OFF REAR A/C 1 2 3 4 A/C Operating tips • In humid weather, select before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield. After a few minutes, select any desired position. • To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle, do not drive with the climate control system in the OFF or MAX A/C position.
Controls and features 2. Set the temperature control to full heat 3. Select A/C 4. Set the fan speed to 4 (High) 5. Direct the outer panel vents towards the side windows 6. In order to increase the airflow to the outer panel vents, close the central panel vents. Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel, as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.
Controls and features The rear seat A/C system is controlled from the main climate control system on the instrument panel. Ensure that the control is set to REAR A/C to engage the rear passenger compartment air conditioning system. 1 OFF 2 3 MAX A/C 4 OFF REAR A/C 1 2 3 4 A/C Turning the Rear A/C on 1. Set the main climate control rear fan control to Rear A/C; set the mode selector to any position (other than OFF), and depress the A/C control. 1 OFF 2 3 MAX A/C 4 OFF REAR A/C 1 2 3 4 A/C 2.
Controls and features Turning the Rear A/C off: There are two ways to turn the rear air conditioning system off. The first way is to turn the Rear Fan Control on the main climate control system to OFF. OFF REAR A/C 1 2 3 4 A/C You can also turn the Rear Fan Control on the main climate control system to Rear A/C and turn the Rear A/C Fan Control to 0. 0 1 4 3 REAR A/C 2 For maximum cooling for the front seat passengers, set the rear fan switch to the OFF (0) position.
Controls and features The EATC system will maintain a selected temperature and automatically control airflow. You can override automatic operation with any of the override controls or the fan speed control. Turning the EATC on HI A/C OFF MAX TEMP AUTOMATIC OFF REAR 1 A/C 2 3 4 LO Press AUTOMATIC, any of the override controls or the fan speed control. The EATC will only operate when the engine is running. Turning the EATC off Press OFF.
Controls and features directed to the windshield. In 31⁄2 minutes or less, the fan speed will start to increase and the airflow location will change to the front and rear floor area. If unusual conditions exist (i.e. window fogging, etc.), the manual override controls allow you to adjust the mode selector and fan speed controls as necessary.
Controls and features Temperature conversion HI A/C OFF MAX TEMP AUTOMATIC OFF REAR 1 A/C 2 3 4 LO Press the A/C (A/C) and (DEF) simultaneously for one second while turning the fan speed dial upward until it stops moving, to switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius. Fan speed ( ) When AUTOMATIC is pressed, fan speed is adjusted automatically for existing conditions. You can override fan speed at any time. To control fan speed manually, use the thumbwheel to cancel automatic fan speed operation.
Controls and features Manual override controls A/C OFF HI MAX TEMP AUTOMATIC OFF REAR 1 A/C 2 3 4 LO The override controls allow you to: • manually control where the airflow is directed • manually control the air conditioning operation • manually select between outside or recirculated air during air conditioning operation The air conditioning can operate in all modes except OFF. It will also operate only when required when AUTOMATIC has been selected.
Controls and features • • • • • between the full hot and full cold positions, the air distributed through the front and rear floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defroster ducts. (Defrost)-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. If the temperature is about 4°C (40°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.
Controls and features 2. Press the A/C (A/C) control. The indicator light on the A/C (A/C) control will illuminate. 3. Select the desired temperature for your comfort level. 4. Adjust the fan speed override knob to the position of your choice. During periods of high humidity, vapor may be emitted from the air outlets when using the A/C system with outside air. This can be corrected by using MAX A/C to cool the vehicle.
Controls and features • To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle, don’t drive with the climate control system in the OFF position. • Don’t put objects under the front seat that will interfere with the airflow to the second row seat floor ducts. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area (at the bottom of the windshield).
Controls and features Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel, as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. Rear passenger air conditioning system — EATC systems On vehicles equipped with front passenger EATC systems, the vehicle will also have rear passenger compartment climate controls, which allow the rear seat occupants to adjust their air conditioning level.
Controls and features The rear seat A/C system is controlled from the main climate control system on the instrument panel. Ensure that the control is set to REAR A/C to engage the rear passenger compartment air conditioning system. A/C OFF HI MAX OFF REAR 1 A/C TEMP AUTOMATIC 2 3 4 LO Turning the Rear A/C on 1. Set the main climate control rear fan control to Rear A/C; set the mode selector to any position (other than OFF), and depress the A/C control.
Controls and features Turning the Rear A/C off: There are two ways to turn the rear air conditioning system off. The first way is to turn the Rear Fan Control on the main climate control system to OFF. OFF REAR 1 A/C 2 3 4 You can also turn the Rear Fan Control on the main climate control system to Rear A/C and turn the Rear A/C Fan Control to 0. 0 1 4 3 REAR A/C 2 For maximum cooling for the front seat passengers, set the rear fan switch to the OFF (0) position.
Controls and features REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel. Press the rear defroster control to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog. • The small LED will illuminate when the rear defroster is activated. HAZARD RR WASH RR WIPER RR DEFOG SECURITY The ignition must be in the ON position to operate the rear window defroster. The defroster turns off automatically after 15 minutes or when the ignition is turned to the OFF position.
Controls and features Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. Turn the control to raise or lower volume. VOL - PUSH ON VOL - PUSH ON If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works in radio, tape and CD changer modes (if equipped).
Controls and features AM/FM select in CD changer mode (if equipped) Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play. Tune adjust The tune control works in radio and CD changer modes (if equipped). Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next SEEK frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable TUNE station is located there). Hold the DISCS control to move through the frequencies quickly.
Controls and features Seek function for CD changer (if equipped) • Press to seek to the previous SEEK track of the current disc. If a selection has been playing for TUNE three seconds or more and you DISCS press , the CD changer will replay that selection from the beginning. • Press to seek forward to the next track of the current disc. After the last track has been completed, the first track of the current disc will automatically replay.
Controls and features 3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns, indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected. CD 1 CD 2 3 4 COMP SHUFFLE 5 6 Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bass output. BASS Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output.
Controls and features Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers. FADE Tape select • To enter tape mode while in radio or CD changer mode, press the TAPE control. • If no tape is found, NO TAPE appears in the display. CLK TAPE AMS Automatic Music Search The Automatic Music Search feature allows you to quickly locate the CLK beginning of the tape selection being played or to skip to the next selection.
Controls and features CD changer select (if equipped) • To enter CD changer mode while in radio or tape mode, press the CD control. AM FM CD Rewind The rewind control works in tape and CD changer (if equipped) modes. To rewind in tape mode, press the SIDE 1 - 2 SIDE/REW control. Press the 1–2/FF control to stop rewinding the tape. REW FF SIDE REW 1-2 FF To rewind in CD changer mode, press the CD control (preset 1). Press the control again to deactivate rewind mode.
Controls and features To fast forward in CD changer mode, press the CD control (preset 2). Press the control again to deactivate fast forward mode. Compression feature (if equipped) Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust.
Controls and features Press the control to activate (and deactivate) Dolbyt noise reduction. Dolbyt noise reduction is manufactured under license from Dolbyt Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “Dolbyt” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Setting the clock Press CLK to toggle between listening frequencies and clock mode while in radio mode.
Controls and features • • to decrease minutes and to increase minutes. SEEK SEEK TUNE TUNE The CLK control will allow you to switch between media display mode (radio station, stereo information, etc.) and clock display mode (time). When in clock mode, the media information will display for 10 seconds, when the radio is turned on, and then revert to clock information. Anytime that the media is changed, (new radio station, etc.
Controls and features Adjusting the volume Press the + control to increase volume. VOLUME MEDIA MEM SEEK Press the — control to decrease volume. From the RSC, the loud speaker volume can not be set higher than the current volume radio setting. Once in headphone mode, the RSC volume controls will only change volume in the headphones to a desired level (muting the speakers will not mute the headphones). Turning the speakers on and off Press the control to turn all speakers on or off.
Controls and features Memory preset control Push the MEM control successively to allow rear sear passengers to scroll through the six memory presets in AM, FM1, or FM2. Push the MEM control in CD changer mode (if equipped) to advance to the next disc. VOLUME MEDIA SEEK MEM Seek function • Press to find the next listenable station down the VOLUME MEDIA MEM SEEK frequency band. • Press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band.
Controls and features Your audio system is equipped with selective lighting, a unique lighting strategy. This lighting feature is operable when the headlamps are illuminated. During the operation of any selected mode, lighting for the individual function controls will either illuminate or turn off. Those controls which have a function for the specific mode of operation selected will be lit, while the controls which have no function for that mode will be turned off.
Controls and features Tune adjust The tune control works in radio or CD changer mode (if equipped). Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next TUNE frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly. to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not • Press a listenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement.
Controls and features Seek function for CD changer (if equipped) • Press to seek to the previous SEEK track of the current disc. If a selection has been playing for three seconds or more and you press , the CD changer will replay that selection from the beginning. • Press to seek forward to the next track of the current disc. After the last track has been completed, the first track of the current disc will automatically replay.
Controls and features 2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station. 3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns, indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected. REW FF SIDE 1.2 1 2 3 4 COMP SHUFF 5 6 Autoset memory preset Autoset allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations.
Controls and features Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output. BASS SEL TREB Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers. BAL SEL FADE Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers.
Controls and features Rewind The rewind control works in tape REW and CD changer modes (if equipped). 1 • In tape mode, radio play will continue until rewind is stopped (with the TAPE or FF control) or the beginning of the tape is reached. • In CD changer mode, pressing the REW control for less than three seconds results in slow rewind. Pressing the control for more than three seconds results in fast rewind. Fast forward The fast forward control works in FF tape and CD changer modes (if equipped).
Controls and features Press the control to activate (and deactivate) Dolbyt noise reduction. Dolbyt noise reduction is manufactured under license from Dolbyt Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “Dolbyt” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolbyt Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Compression feature (if equipped) Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust.
Controls and features • Use the SEL control to select ON or OFF. SEL Traffic • Press the RDS control until TRAFFIC is displayed. RDS / CLK • Use the SEL control to select ON or OFF. With the feature on, use the SEEK or SCAN control to SEL find a radio station broadcasting a traffic report (if it is broadcasting RDS data). Traffic information is not available in most U.S. markets. Program type • Press the RDS control until FIND program type is displayed. • Use the SEL control to select the program type.
Controls and features • Rock • Soft • Top 40 Show • With RDS activated, press the RDS control until SHOW is displayed. RDS / CLK • Use the SEL control to select the program TYPE, station NAME or NONE (no text displayed). SEL Setting the clock Press the CLOCK control until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is displayed. RDS / CLK Use the SEL control to manually set the time. • Press to increase hours/minutes. • Press to decrease hours/minutes. SEL Mute mode Press the control to mute the playing media.
Controls and features REW FF SIDE 1.2 1 2 3 4 COMP SHUFF 5 6 To turn on the rear seat controls, press the memory preset controls 3 and 5 at the same time. The will appear in the radio display. Pressing 3 and 5 at the same time again will turn the rear seat controls off. Adjusting the volume Press the + control to increase volume. VOLUME MEDIA MEM SEEK Press the — control to decrease volume. From the RSC, the speaker volume can not be set higher than the current volume radio setting.
Controls and features will appear in the digital display of the audio system, signaling that your Personal Audio System has been activated. The rear speakers will cut out once the speaker on/off control is pressed. A soft audible sound may be heard from the rear speakers. The front speaker will remain playing for the front passengers. Press the / control again to deactivate the headphones (Personal Audio System).
Controls and features Super Sound AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD Player (CD Changer Compatible) DISC VOL - PUSH ON EJ FM1 MUTE ST AM FM EJ DOLBY B NR TAPE CD AUTO FADE RDS CLK SEEK TUNE SCAN BASS TREB REW FF SIDE 1-2 1 2 3 SEL 4 BAL COMP SHUFFLE 5 6 Your audio system is equipped with selective lighting, a unique lighting strategy. This lighting feature is operable when the headlamps are illuminated.
Controls and features Turn control to raise or lower volume. VOL - PUSH ON If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. If you wish to maintain your preset volume level, turn the audio system off with the power control before switching off the ignition. AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works in radio, tape and CD modes.
Controls and features Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly. • Press to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement. SEEK SEEK TUNE TUNE Tune adjust for CD changer (if equipped) • Press to select the previous SEEK disc in the CD changer.
Controls and features Seek function in tape mode • Press to listen to the previous selection on the tape. to listen to the next selection on the tape. • Press Seek function for CD changer (if equipped) • Press to seek to the previous track of the current disc. If a selection has been playing for three seconds or more and you , the CD changer will press replay that selection from the beginning. SEEK • Press to seek forward to the TUNE next track of the current disc.
Controls and features Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations (six in FM1 and six in FM2). Setting memory preset stations 1. Select the frequency band with AM FM the AM/FM select control. 2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station. 3.
Controls and features Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bass output. Press the BASS control then press: • to decrease bass output and to increase bass output. • Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output. Press the TREB control then press: to decrease treble output and • to increase treble output.
Controls and features Press the BAL control then press: to shift sound to the left and • to shift sound to the right. • Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers. Press the FADE control then press: • to shift sound to the front and to shift sound to the rear. • SEL BAL FADE SEL Tape/CD/CD changer (if equipped) select • To begin tape play (with a tape loaded into the audio system) TAPE CD while in the radio or CD mode, press the TAPE control.
Controls and features Rewind The rewind control works in tape REW and CD modes. 1 • In tape mode, radio play will continue until rewind is stopped (with the TAPE control) or the beginning of the tape is reached. • In CD mode, pressing the REW control for less than three seconds results in slow rewind. Pressing the control for more than three seconds results in fast rewind. Fast forward The fast forward control works in FF tape and CD modes.
Controls and features Press the control to activate (and deactivate) Dolbyt noise reduction. The Dolbyt noise reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolbyt and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolbyt Labratories Licensing Corporation. Compression adjust Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust.
Controls and features To set the minute, press the RDS/CLK control until SELECT MIN is displayed and press: • • to decrease minutes and to increase minutes.
Controls and features To activate the traffic feature: • Press the RDS control until TRAFFIC is displayed. SEL To see if any stations in your area are capable of broadcasting an RDS traffic alert, press SCAN or SEEK while TRAFFIC ON is displayed. The radio will then SCAN or SEEK only to traffic capable stations. RDS select program type • Press the RDS control until FIND program type is displayed. AUTO RDS CLK • Use the SEL control to select the desired program type.
Controls and features RDS show RDS sends information with the FM broadcast, including: station name, station type, and/or radio text. To view this information: • With the RDS menu enabled, press the RDS control until SHOW is displayed. • Use the SEL control to select TYPE, NAME, TEXT or NONE. When your radio is turned to a RDS station, RDS station TYPE, station NAME, or TEXT message will be displayed along with the frequency. Press SEL in order to scroll through the text messages.
Controls and features Pressing 3 and 5 at the same time again will turn the rear seat controls off. If there is a discrepancy between the rear seat and the front audio controls, (i.e, both trying to listen to the same playing media), the front audio system will receive the desired selection. Adjusting the volume Press the + control to increase volume. VOLUME MEDIA MEM SEEK Press the — control to decrease volume.
Controls and features Media select Push the MEDIA control to toggle between AM, FM1, FM2, tape, CD, or CD changer (if equipped). Memory preset control Push the MEM control successively to allow rear seat passengers to scroll through the six memory presets in AM, FM1, or FM2. Push the MEM control in CD changer mode (if equipped) to advance to the next disc.
Controls and features CD changer (if equipped) The CD changer is located in the center console of your vehicle. 1. Slide the door to access the CD changer magazine. 2. Press EJECT to eject the magazine. 3. Turn the magazine (A) over. 4. Using the disc holder release knob (C), pull the disc holder (B) out of the magazine.
Controls and features A If you pull too hard on the disc holder, the disc holder may come completely out of the magazine. If this happens, reinsert the disc holder back into the magazine while pressing on the lever (A). 5. Line up the CD with the groove of the disc holder. Ensure that the label on the CD faces downwards. 6. Press in on the disc holder until it locks securely into the magazine. If the disc holders are not fully locked into the magazine, the unit will not operate.
Controls and features ONLY use the magazine type supplied with the CD changer, other types will damage the unit. Keep the CD changer door closed. Coins and foreign objects will damage the CD player and void your audio system warranty. Do not insert any promotional (odd shaped or sized) discs, or discs with removable labels into the CD changer as that jamming may occur. Troubleshooting the CD changer (if equipped) The laser beam used in the compact disc player is harmful to the eyes.
Controls and features Cleaning cassette player Clean the tape player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after 10 to 12 hours of play in order to maintain the best sound and operation. Cassette and cassette player care • Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less. • Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight, high humidity, extreme heat or extreme cold. Allow tapes that may have been exposed to extreme temperatures to reach a moderate temperature before playing.
Controls and features • Station overload. Weak signals are sometimes captured by stronger signals when you pass a broadcast tower. A stronger signal may temporarily overtake a weaker signal and play while the weak station frequency is displayed. The audio system automatically switches to single channel reception if it will improve the reception of a station normally received in stereo. Audio system warranties and service Refer to the “Warranty Guide” for audio system warranty information.
Controls and features POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION 1. OFF/LOCK, shuts off the engine 3 and all accessories/locks the steering wheel, gearshift lever and allows key 2 removal. 4 2. ACC, allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running. 1 3. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key position when driving. 4. START, cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine starts. SPEED CONTROL To turn speed control on • Press CRUISE.
Controls and features To turn speed control off • Press OFF. CRUISE OFF Once speed control is switched off, the previously programmed set speed will be erased. To set a speed • Press COAST/SET. For speed control to operate, the speed control must be ON and the vehicle speed must be greater than 48 km/h (30 mph). RES ACCEL CANCEL COAST SET If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle speed may vary momentarily slower or faster than the set speed. This is normal.
Controls and features To set a higher set speed • Press and hold RES/ACCEL. Release the control when the RES ACCEL desired vehicle speed is reached or • Press and release RES/ACCEL. CANCEL Each press will increase the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or COAST • Accelerate with your accelerator SET pedal. When the desired vehicle speed is reached, press and release COAST/SET. You can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speed control usage.
Controls and features To disengage speed control • Depress the brake pedal. • Press CANCEL. Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed. RES ACCEL CANCEL COAST SET • Press OFF. Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed.
Controls and features To return to a previously set speed • Press RES/ACCEL. For RES/ ACCEL to operate, the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km/h (30 mph). RES ACCEL CANCEL COAST SET Indicator light This light comes on in the CRUISE instrument cluster when either the COAST/SET or RES/ACCEL controls are pressed. It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed, the brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position.
Controls and features In any mode: • Press VOL up or down to adjust the volume. VOL NEXT VOL TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the left turn signal. • Push up to activate the right turn signal. HI LO F S OFF WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS Rotate the windshield wiper control to the desired interval, low or high speed position. The bars of varying length are for intermittent wipers. When in this position rotate the control upward for fast intervals and downward for slow intervals.
Controls and features Rear window wiper and washer Press the wiper control to activate the rear wiper. Press again to turn off the wiper. The wiper operates at a pre-set interval. HAZARD RR WASH RR WIPER RR DEFOG SECURITY Press the washer control to activate the rear washer. The wiper will come on when the washer control is pressed, if it is not already on.
Controls and features OVERDRIVE CONTROL Activating overdrive D (Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy. The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts from third to fourth gear. Deactivating overdrive Press the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) located on the end of OVERDRIVE OFF/ON the gearshift lever. The O/D OFF indicator light will illuminate. The transaxle will operate in all gears except overdrive.
Controls and features POWER WINDOWS • Press and hold the switch to open. • Pull up and hold the switch to close. AUTO L VENT R Power vent windows (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with rear power vent windows which are operated the same as the front power windows.
Controls and features One touch down • Press AUTO completely down and release quickly. The driver’s window will open fully. Depress again to stop window operation. AUTO Window lock The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows. To lock out all the window controls except for the driver’s press the control. Press the control again to restore the window controls.
Controls and features Central locking When unlocking the front doors with the key, turn the key once toward the rear of the vehicle to unlock that door only. Turn the key back to the original position and then to the rear a second time to unlock all doors. When locking, turn the key toward the front of the vehicle to lock all doors. CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside. The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked.
Controls and features To adjust your mirrors: 1. Select L to adjust the left mirror or R to adjust the right mirror. 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror. MIRRORS L R MIRRORS L R 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated.
Controls and features with a single built-in device. This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of most current transmitters to operate garage doors, entry gates, security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting. When programming your HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver, to a garage door or gate be sure that people and objects are out of the way to prevent potential harm or damage.
Controls and features If you do not successfully program the HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver after repeated attempts, refer to Rolling code programing which follows, or call toll-free customer assistance: 1–800–355–3515 or on the Internet at HomeLink.jci.com. Canadian Programming During programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after two seconds which may not be long enough to program the HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver.
Controls and features After completing the “Programming” functions, follow these steps to train a garage door opener with the rolling code feature: 1. Locate the training button on the garage door motor head unit. Refer to the garage door opener manual or call 1–800–355–3515 or on the Internet at HomeLink.jci.com. if there is difficulty locating the training button. 2. Press the training button on the garage door motor head unit (which will activate the “training” light). 3.
Controls and features 3. Press and hold the hand-held transmitter button. 4. The HomeLinkt indicator light will flash, first slowly and then rapidly. When the indicator light begins to flash rapidly, release both buttons. The previous device has now been erased and the new device can be activated by pushing the HomeLinkt button that has just been programmed. Operating TravelNoteT TravelNotet records and stores messages for up to three minutes in total length with simple controls.
Controls and features 4. During all PLAY functions, the indicator light will be a solid green. The indicator light will flash amber and an “error” tone will sound if the PLAY button is pressed but no message is currently in memory. To delete a message: 1. Press and release the DEL button while listening to a message or REC DEL PLAY shortly after. The indicator light will flash green twice. 2. To delete all recorded messages, simultaneously press and release the PLAY and REC buttons at the same time.
Controls and features Pull down on the housing to lock it in place. Adjust the mirror, as needed, in any direction. The rear view mirror may have to be adjusted to its lower arm position to prevent interference when the conversation mirror is extended down. PULL DOWN TO LOCK Installing a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety of aftermarket garage door openers: • Remove the GARAGE control button from the storage compartment.
Controls and features Interior Lamps Dome lamps The front dome lamp is located overhead between the driver and passenger seats. The dome lamp will stay on if the control is moved to the ON position. When the control is in the middle position, the lamp will only come on when a door is opened. If the control is moved to the OFF OFF ON— position, the lamp will not come on at all. The dome lamp will illuminate whenever a front door is opened.
Controls and features MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) To operate the moon roof: • To open, press and hold the rear portion of the control. This will fully open the moon roof. • To close, press and hold the front portion of the control. To operate the moon roof vent position: • To open, press and hold the front portion of the control. This will open the vent. • To close, press and hold the rear portion of the control.
Controls and features POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal. REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM The remote entry system allows you to: • lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key. • activate the panic alarm.
Controls and features Locking the doors Press this control to lock all doors. To confirm all doors are closed and locked, the horn will chirp and the lamps will flash. The horn chirp feature can be turned on/off by holding the LOCK and UNLOCK controls on the transmitter simultaneously for two seconds. The hazard lights will flash three times each time the system is toggled between active and non-active modes. If any of the doors are ajar, the horn will not chirp and the lights will not flash.
Controls and features The system automatically turns off after 15 seconds or when the ignition is turned to the RUN position. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the headlamp control or • any door is open. The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps after 30 minutes if the front door is left open or after 60 minutes if the liftgate is left open. Replacing the battery The transmitter is powered by one coin type three-volt lithium battery.
Controls and features Replacing lost transmitters Take all your vehicle’s transmitters to your dealer if service is required. If you purchase additional transmitters (up to four may be programmed into memory), perform the following procedure: With all doors closed and locked, insert and remove the key from the ignition six times within ten seconds. The park lamps will flash twice to confirm the programming mode has been entered. Re-insert the key and turn to the ON position.
Controls and features • Lock the doors with the remote transmitter (doors opened or closed). The horn will chirp (if all doors are closed) to confirm that the control was pressed. The horn chirp feature can be turned on/off by holding the LOCK and UNLOCK controls on the transmitter simultaneously for two seconds. The hazard lights will flash three times each time the system is toggled between active and non-active modes. • Open a door and press the power door lock control to lock the doors.
Controls and features Disarming the anti-theft system Disarming an untriggered anti-theft system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions: • Unlock the doors by using your remote entry transmitter. • Unlock the doors with a key. Turn the key full travel (toward the rear of the vehicle) to make sure the alarm disarms. • Turn ignition to ACC or ON.
Controls and features LIFTGATE To open the liftgate window (if equipped), insert key into lock and turn clockwise. The window unlatches and the wiper moves out of the way. To open the liftgate, insert key into lock and turn counterclockwise. Pull back and upward on liftgate handle to fully open liftgate. • The auto-rise feature automatically raises the liftgate or window (if equipped). In cold weather you may have to assist opening the liftgate or window since the auto-rise feature may slow down.
Controls and features Cargo Area Features Rear Cargo net The cargo net helps stabilize lightweight objects in the cargo area. Attach the net to the anchors provided. The cargo restrained in the net must not exceed 22 kg (50 lbs.) or the net may not stay secured. The cargo net is not designed to restrain objects during a collision or heavy braking.
Controls and features Front Cargo net (if equipped) The front cargo net can be used to hold small items between the front seats. To install the net, secure the hooks into the retainers located on the inboard base of the front seats. LOC Parcel Shelf (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a 14 kg (30 lbs.) maximum capacity parcel shelf located behind the rear seat of your vehicle which can be positioned to three different heights. To remove the shelf: 1. Open the liftgate. 2.
Controls and features To secure objects on the shelf: 1. Disconnect the net loops from the retainers underneath the shelf. 2. Place the objects underneath the net and secure the net loops to the retainers underneath the shelf. All objects loaded on the cargo shelf MUST BE SECURED UNDER THE CARGO NET. The net is permanently attached to the cargo shelf. Do not load more than 14 kg (30 lbs.) on the parcel shelf. Make sure the rear seat back is in the rearmost/upright position when parcel shelf is loaded.
Seating and safety restraints SEATING Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle’s seats may be equipped with head restraints which are vertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible. Refer to the following to raise and lower the head restraints.
Seating and safety restraints Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectiveness of the seat’s safety belt in the event of a collision. Lift handle to move seat forward or backward. Pull lever up to adjust seatback. Adjusting the power seats (if equipped) The power seat controls are located on the outboard side of the seat. Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving.
Seating and safety restraints Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectiveness of the seat’s safety belt in the event of a collision. Move the control up or down to move the seat up and down. • 6 way (driver seat) Slide the control forward or backward to move the seat forward or backward. • 6 way (driver seat) • 4 way (passenger seat) Rotate the vertical control to adjust the seatback.
Seating and safety restraints Using the manual lumbar support The lumbar control is located on the inboard side of the driver’s seat. Move the control up or down to adjust lumbar support. Memory seats and mirrors (if equipped) Some vehicles may only have the memory feature available for the seats. The memory seat control is located 1 on the driver’s door panel.
Seating and safety restraints 2. Press and hold the desired memory position button. Within ten seconds, press the unlock button on the transmitter while the memory button is pressed. 3. When the transmitter has been programmed, the indicator will flash five times. The indicator light will remain illuminated until the memory button is pressed again or ten seconds lapse. To remove a programmed seat position: 1.
Seating and safety restraints • 4 passenger vehicle (with third row seat in storage position) A. Cargo mat B. Narrow mats C. Sliding door mats, LH/RH A B C B • 5 passenger vehicle (second row seats removed) A. Cargo mat B. Narrow mats C.
Seating and safety restraints • 5 passenger vehicle (second row seats removed and third row bench seat moved forward to limousine seating position) A. Cargo mat B. Narrow mats B A • Two passenger vehicle (second row seats removed and third row seat stored in full forward position — if equipped with Rear Seat Entertainment System, the third row seat cannot be put into this position.) A. Cargo mat B.
Seating and safety restraints Stowed cupholders The vehicle is equipped with cupholders that pull out from the 2nd row seat: • Bench seat - below center of the seat cushion • Bucket seat (driver’s side only) inboard side of seat base Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. Adjusting 2nd row bench Pull control up to flip seatback to forward flat position.
Seating and safety restraints 2nd row bucket seats (if equipped) • Adjusting the left side bucket seat Pull control up to recline the seatback or fold the seatback flat. • Adjusting the right side (E-Z Entry Tip Slide) bucket seat The E-Z Entry Tip Slide seat allows for easier entry and exit to and from the 3rd row seat. The E-Z Entry system will slide the seat and tip the seatback forward (the seatback must be in the upright position). To enter the 3rd row seat, pull up on the seatback recline handle.
Seating and safety restraints To exit the third row seat, pull up on the 3rd row access control. To return the seat to a seating position, move the seat rearward until the seat track locks. Then readjust the seatback. Lift handle to move the seat forward or backward.
Seating and safety restraints Pull control up to flip seatback to a forward flat position. Adjusting 3rd row bench Pull control up to adjust seatback position. This control will also allow the seatback to be put in the forward flat position.
Seating and safety restraints A C B The entire seat can be moved to four seating positions and two storage positions. Before rearranging the seats, remove any floor mats that might be in the way, see Removable floor mats in this chapter for instructions on placement of floor mats. For vehicles equipped with a second row bench seat: If the three passenger bench seat is moved up to the second row position, the outside passenger (opposite the driver) should fasten the standard lap/shoulder belt.
Seating and safety restraints To move the seat to another seating or storage position: 1. Lift control (A) to release the seat cushion and flip the cushion up. The seat cushion must be moved to the storage position before the seat can be moved along the track. A 2. Pull control (B) to move the seat forward or backward until it locks into position. The seat cushion cannot be lowered if the seat is in a storage position.
Seating and safety restraints After sliding the seat, check to ensure that both sides of the seat are locked in position. This must be done before the vehicle is put into motion in order to prevent unintended movement of the seat. Every time you adjust any seat, check to be sure that it is properly latched in the lock position of both seat tracks. If the seat is not properly latched, it could come loose and increase the risk of severe injury or death in an accident. The 3rd row bench seat is not removable.
Seating and safety restraints To install the seat: The bucket seats are not interchangeable due to the locations of the seat anchors on the floor of the vehicle. Each seat must be installed in its original position. 1. Position the seat in the vehicle. 2. Align seat front hooks to front anchors and push forward into place, lower back of seat into the rear anchors until both rear latches fully engage into place. Be sure that the seat is locked in place both front and back. 3.
Seating and safety restraints It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt.
Seating and safety restraints 2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger and rear seat outboard safety belts have two types of locking modes described below: Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode, allowing free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement.
Seating and safety restraints How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode.
Seating and safety restraints Front safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the driver and front passenger. Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. To lower the shoulder belt height, push the button and slide the height adjuster down. To raise the height of the shoulder belt, slide the height adjuster up. Pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place.
Seating and safety restraints Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use. Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt assembly is too short, even when fully extended, 20 cm (8 inches) can be added to the safety belt assembly by adding a safety belt extension assembly (part number 611C22). Safety belt extension assemblies can be obtained from your dealer at no cost. Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt.
Seating and safety restraints Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged. Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks, wears or cuts, replacing if necessary.
Seating and safety restraints Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the air bag and sensor systems. In the event of a collision this module may save information related to the collision including information about the air bag system and impact severity. This information will assist Ford in the servicing of your vehicle and may help Ford better understand real world collisions and further improve the safety of future vehicles.
Seating and safety restraints Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the air bag: • Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably. • Recline the seat slightly (one or two degrees) from the upright position. Do not put anything on or over the air bag module. Placing objects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causing serious injury.
Seating and safety restraints Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work? The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates air bag inflation.
Seating and safety restraints facial and eye injuries or internal injuries, particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of air bag deployment. Thus, it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the air bag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control. Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation.
Seating and safety restraints If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles (including pretensioners) For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles, see your local dealership or qualified technician. Air bags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel.
Seating and safety restraints Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag precautions that apply to adult passengers in your vehicle. If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt can be positioned so it does not cross or rest in front of the child’s face or neck, the child should wear the lap and shoulder belt. Moving the child closer to the center of the vehicle may help provide a good shoulder belt fit.
Seating and safety restraints When installing a child safety seat: • Review and follow the information presented in the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System section in this chapter. • Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position. • Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle.
Seating and safety restraints Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back. 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. 2.
Seating and safety restraints 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage. Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. 5.
Seating and safety restraints 7. Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buckle and pull up on the shoulder belt while pushing down with your knee on the child seat. 8. Allow the safety belt to retract to remove any slack in the belt. 9. Before placing the child in the seat, forcibly tilt the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place. 10.
Seating and safety restraints 6. Before placing the child into the child seat, forcibly tilt the child seat from side to side and in forward direction to make sure that the seat is held securely in place. If the child seat moves excessively, repeat steps 5 through 6, or properly install the child seat in a different position. Some manufacturers make safety seats that include a tether strap that goes over the back of the vehicle seat and attaches to an anchoring point.
Seating and safety restraints Second row seats 1. Position the child safety seat on the passenger seat cushion. 2. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. 3. Grasp the tether strap and position it to the seat frame.
Seating and safety restraints 4. Rotate the tether strap. 5. Clip the tether strap to the seat tether slot bracket at the lower rear portion of the seatback. If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly (as shown) the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision.
Seating and safety restraints 6. Rotate the tether strap clip. 7. Refer to the instructions in this section under Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions to secure the child safety seat. 8. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Third row seats The third row seat child tether anchors are located on the bottom back side of the seat. Refer to Second row seats listed previously for installation instructions.
Starting PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system. This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise. When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerator before or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting the engine. For more information on starting the vehicle, refer to Starting the engine in this chapter.
Starting Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine’s idle revolutions per minute (RPM). When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, have the vehicle checked. Do not allow the vehicle to idle for more than 10 minutes at the higher engine RPM. Before starting the vehicle: 1. Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts.
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Starting seconds and try again. If the engine does not start in two attempts, Press the accelerator pedal all the way to floor and hold. Turn the key to START position. 4. When the engine starts, release the key, then release the accelerator pedal gradually as the engine speeds up. 5. After idling for a few seconds, apply the brake and release the parking brake.
Starting Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped in an open area for long periods of time, open the windows at least 2.5 cm (one inch). Adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air.
Driving BRAKES Your service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled maintenance. Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not indicate a performance concern with the vehicle’s brake system. In normal operation, automotive brake systems may emit occasional or intermittent squeal or groan noises when the brakes are applied.
Driving ABS warning lamp ABS The ABS warning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start up, remains on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to be serviced. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock ! P brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the BRAKE brake warning light also remains illuminated with parking brake released.
Driving The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the ignition is turned ON) until the parking brake is released. ! P BRAKE Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle. However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be used to stop your vehicle in an emergency.
Driving • • • • high crown in center of road high crosswinds wheels out of alignment loose or worn components in steering linkage AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OPERATION Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that prevents the gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) when the ignition is in the ON position unless brake pedal is depressed. If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in the ON position and the brake pedal depressed: 1.
Driving If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your dealer or a qualified service technician. Understanding gearshift positions Your automatic transaxle electronically controls the shift feel by using an adaptive learning strategy. This feature is designed to optimize shift smoothness.
Driving Overdrive — column mounted gearshift with O/D off switch The Overdrive position with the O/D P R N D 2 1 OFF switch not depressed is the normal driving position for this automatic overdrive transaxle. When your vehicle cruises at a constant speed for any length of time, this fourth gear will increase your fuel economy. Overdrive may not be appropriate for certain terrains.
Driving When to use D (Drive) or press the O/D OFF switch You will notice that there is only one P R N D 2 1 drive position on your gearshift indicator (instead of Drive and Overdrive). However, you will find a control labeled OVERDRIVE located OVERDRIVE OFF/ON on the gearshift lever. Push in the switch and the O/D OFF light in the instrument cluster will illuminate. With the O/D OFF light illuminated, the transaxle will operate in first, second and third gears and will not shift into fourth gear.
Driving When parking, do not use the gearshift in place of the parking brake. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in Park (P). Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle. Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running. If you do not take these precautions, your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone.
Driving Once through the water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Driving through deep water where the transaxle is submerged may allow water into the transaxle and cause internal damage.
Driving • Trailer Weight Range: Specified weight range that the trailer must fall within that ranges from zero to the maximum trailer weight rating. Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label. Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the originals because they may lower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations.
Driving TRAILER TOWING The trailer towing table shows the maximum allowable maximum GCWR and trailer weight. Maximum GCWR - kg (lbs.) 3 628 ( 8 000) Trailer weight range (0 - maximum) - kg (lbs.) 0-1 588 (0-3 500) Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label. Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight could result in engine damage, transmission/axle damage, structural damage, loss of control, and personal injury.
Driving Trailer Tow Prep Package (if equipped) The trailer tow prep package on your vehicle (if equipped) includes: • Heavy duty battery • Conventional size spare tire • Trailer tow module and jumper harness Using the jumper harness (if equipped) • Remove the connector cap from the vehicle harness located behind the rear bumper. Store the connector cap in the glove box for reinstallation. • Connect the tow harness to the vehicle harness located behind the rear bumper.
Driving Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’s specifications. The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal regulations. Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle’s brake system. Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase. The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR.
Driving Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing up in an area before starting on a trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turning, make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles. • Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached. • The trailer tongue weight should be 10% of the loaded trailer weight. • After you have traveled 80 km (50 miles), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts.
Roadside emergencies GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the Basic warranty period (Canada) or New Vehicle Limited Warranty period (U.S.
Roadside emergencies Roadside coverage beyond basic warranty In the United States, you may purchase additional roadside assistance coverage beyond this period through the Ford Auto Club by contacting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Similarly in Canada, you may purchase additional coverage beyond the basic coverage period by consulting the Ford Roadside Assistance Club brochure or by calling 1–877–294–CLUB (1–877–894–2582).
Roadside emergencies The fuel pump shut-off switch is located in the driver’s foot well, behind the kick panel. The reset button for the fuel pump shut-off switch is accessible through an opening in the kick panel. Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch. 1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset the fuel pump shut-off switch by pushing in on the reset button. 4. Turn the ignition to the RUN position.
Roadside emergencies Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse Rating Mini Fuses Standard Fuses Maxi Fuses 2A 3A 4A 5A 7.
10A 10A 10A 7.5A 20A 20A 20A 10A 7.5A 20A ACC TURN O2 SENSOR REAR BLOWER HAZARD I/P ILLUM STOP LAMP 20A ROOM LAMP 10A AUDIO 10A TAIL LAMP 20A FRONT BLOWER IGN IGN HEATED MIRROR REAR DEFOG A/C CONT 20A IGN BAT UP SIDE BAT 7.5A 20A IGN CORNER LAMPS BAT ST 10A 7.5A 10A 10A 15A 20A 10A 15A 15A 7.5A 10A BAT BAT 7.
Roadside emergencies Fuse/Relay Location Stop Lamp Cigar Lighter Hazard Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Rating Fuse Panel Description 20A Brake Pedal Position (BPP) Switch, Trailer Tow Control Unit 20A Cigar Lighter 10A RR Pwr Plug Rear Blower 20A 15A Wiper Rear Blower 20A 15A Rear Wiper O2 Sensor Audio Turn Audio Amp Front Blower Eng Cont 10A 7.5A 7.5A 10A 20A 20A 7.5A Relays 10A A/C Cont 7.
Roadside emergencies Fuse/Relay Location Rear Defog — Heated Mirror Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Rating Fuse Panel Description 20A Rear Window Defrost — Not Used 10A Rear Window Defrost Switch, Power/Heated Mirrors Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses.
Roadside emergencies USE SPECIFIED FUSES OR FUSIBLE LINKS ONLY ALT 15A 65A FR BLW 30A PWR WND 20A 7.5A HORN ABS SEC 40A ABS 100A 140A 7.5A 15A FUEL RAD PUMP MAIN ALT 45A 75A RR RAD DEF FAN 30A IGN SW 20A RAD FAN LO 15A H/L LH 15A H/L RH 10A 10A ALT ECCS 10A INJ FRONT JOINT CONN. RAD FAN RAD FAN RAD FAN H1 H2 LO The high-current fuses are coded as follows.
Roadside emergencies Fuse/Relay Location — H/L RH HORN — H/L LH — — ABS — PWR WND Fuse Amp Rating — 15A* 15A* — 15A* — — 40A** — 30A** RAD FAN LO — IGN SW — RAD FAN FR BLW RR DEF ALT 20A** — 30A** — 75A** 65A** 45A** 140A** MAIN 100A** * Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses 174 Power Distribution Box Description Not Used Lighting Control Module Horn Relay Not Used Lighting Control Module Not Used Not Used ABS Control Module Not Used Power Window Relay, Smart Entry Control (SEC)/Timer Module, Power Seats Low Speed
Roadside emergencies Relay box The relay box is located in the engine compartment in front of the battery. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 The relays are coded as follows: Relay location 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 Description Start Inhibit Relay Fuel Pump Relay Bulb Check Relay Speed Control Hold Relay Anti-theft Relay Horn Relay A/C Relay CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily. Instead, gradually decrease your speed.
Roadside emergencies If you use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not follow these precautions, the tire could fail, causing you to lose control of the vehicle, possibly injuring yourself or others.
Roadside emergencies Removing the spare tire 1. Open the liftgate, locate the U-shaped slits in the carpet, and flip up the piece of carpet to expose the hex nut. 2. Insert the lug nut wrench on the hex nut in cargo floor. 3. Turn the wrench counterclockwise until tire is lowered to the ground and the cable is slightly slack. 4. Remove the retainer from the spare tire. It may be necessary to lift one end of the tire to disengage the retainer.
Roadside emergencies Stowing the spare tire 1. Lay the tire on the ground with the interior side facing up. 2. Install the retainer through the wheel center and slide the wheel under the vehicle. 3. Turn the wrench clockwise until the tire is raised to its original position underneath the vehicle. The hex nut ratchets when the tire is raised to the stowed position. It will not allow you to overtighten. 4. Check seating position of tire for looseness against the underbody supports and retighten if necessary.
Roadside emergencies 1. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set parking brake. PUSH TO RELEASE 2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park), turn engine OFF, and block the diagonally opposite wheel. 3. Remove the spare tire and jack assembly. 4. Remove the center ornament or wheel cover from the wheel with the tapered end of the jack handle that came with your vehicle. Insert and twist the handle, then pry against the wheel. 5.
Roadside emergencies Jacking notches are located approximately six inches rearward of the front wheels and twelve inches foward of the rear wheels. 6. Locate the jack notch closest to the tire you are changing, then place the jack on the frame rail directly behind the notch. 7. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground. To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire.
Roadside emergencies Do not push start your vehicle. You could damage the catalytic converter. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes, and clothing, if contacted. Do not attempt to push start your vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start capability. Preparing your vehicle 1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle. 2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle’s electrical system. 3.
Roadside emergencies + + – – 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. + + – – 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. + + – – 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system.
Roadside emergencies Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal of the battery to be jumped. A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery. 5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3.
Roadside emergencies + + – – 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle’s battery. + + – – 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions.
Roadside emergencies WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance center. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure.
Maintenance and care SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy location. • We provide a Scheduled Maintenance Guide which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide necessary parts and service. Check your “Warranty Guide” to find out which parts and services are covered.
Maintenance and care Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the bottom left corner of the instrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood. 3. Lift the hood and secure it with the prop rod.
Maintenance and care IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.3L V6 engine 10 11 1 2 3 9 8 7 1. Power distribution box 2. Brake fluid reservoir 3. Air filter assembly 4. Battery 5. Relay box 6. Engine oil filler cap 7. Engine oil dipstick 8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 9. Engine coolant reservoir 10. Power steering fluid reservoir 11.
Maintenance and care ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil. 1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P. 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil indicator (dipstick). L H 6.
Maintenance and care • If the oil level is below the L mark, add enough oil to raise the level within the L and H range. • Oil levels above the H mark may cause engine damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. 2.
Maintenance and care Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certification trademark. Use SAE 5W-30 motor oil certified for gasoline engines by the American Petroleum Institute (API). Motor oil displaying the API certification trademark will meet all requirements for your vehicle’s engine. Ford oil specification is WSS-M2C153-G. Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, oil treatments or engine treatments.
Maintenance and care BRAKE FLUID Checking and adding brake fluid Brake fluid should be checked and refilled as needed. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the service interval schedules. 1. Clean the reservoir cap before removal to prevent dirt or water from entering the reservoir. 2. Visually inspect the fluid level. 3. If necessary, add brake fluid from a clean un-opened container until the level reaches MAX. Do not fill above this line. 4.
Maintenance and care WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Checking and adding washer fluid Check the washer fluid whenever you stop for fuel. The reservoir is highlighted with a symbol. If the level is low, add enough fluid to fill the reservoir. In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir all the way. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricant specifications in the Capacities and specifications chapter.
Maintenance and care ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant Your engine’s cooling system has been factory-filled with a 50/50 mixture of distilled water and Ford Premium Engine Coolant E2FZ-19549-AA (in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-10), or an equivalent premium engine coolant that meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A. A 50/50 mixture of distilled water and Ford Premium Engine Coolant provides: • maximum cooling system efficiency. • freeze protection down to -36° C (-34° F).
Maintenance and care • Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval schedules. • Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter. If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval, the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty. If the reservoir is low or empty, add engine coolant to the reservoir. Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter.
Maintenance and care When the engine is cool, add a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water to the engine coolant reservoir, until the coolant is at the “cold fill level” or within the “ cold fill range” as listed in the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon application). • NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%. • NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40%.
Maintenance and care Not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant which meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A. Use of a recycled engine coolant which does not meet the Ford specification may harm engine and cooling system components. Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids.
Maintenance and care • refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate protection at the temperatures in which you drive. Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection. CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the service interval schedules.
Maintenance and care properly, i.e., if the transaxle slips or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage. Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain an accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is warmed up (approximately 30 km [20 miles]). If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds, in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer, the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking. 1.
Maintenance and care The transmission fluid should be in this range if at normal operating temperature (66°C-77°C [150°F-170°F]). HOT High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may result in transaxle failure. An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or HOT engagement concerns and/or possible damage. High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition. Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used.
Maintenance and care Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. CHANGING THE AIR FILTER ELEMENT 1. Release the four clamps that secure the air filter housing cover. 2. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing. 3. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 4. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover.
Maintenance and care However, for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check the battery electrolyte level. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the service interval schedules. Keep the electrolyte level in each cell up to the “level indicator”. Do not overfill the battery cells. If the electrolyte level in the battery is low, you can add plain tap water to the battery, as long as you do not use hard water (water with a high mineral or alkali content).
Maintenance and care Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compunds. Wash hands after handling. RN LE TU AD RE Your automatic transaxle electronically controls the shift feel by using an adaptive learning strategy. During the first few hundred kilometers (miles) of operation, it is normal for your transaxle to have abrupt shifts. The adaptive learning strategy is maintained by power from the battery.
Maintenance and care ODOR AND PARTICULATE AIR FILTRATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The odor and particulate air filtration system is designed to reduce the concentration of objectionable exterior odors as well as airborne particles such as dust, spores and pollen in the air being supplied to the interior of the vehicle. The extent of EXTERIOR odor reduction depends on the odor itself and the perceptional threshold of the individual.
Maintenance and care 1. Remove both windshield wiper arms. • Lift the wiper arm away from the windshield surface until the wiper arm is perpendicular to the windshield surface. • Rotate the small retaining clip at the base of the wiper arm counterclockwise while holding the wiper arm. • Lift and remove the wiper arm while holding the retaining clip outward. Note the LH and RH wiper arms. B A C 2. Remove the six (6) screws (B) from the cowl grille (A) at the base of the windshield. 3. Open the hood. 4.
Maintenance and care 5. Disconnect the windshield washer hose at the Y connector at the rear corner of the engine compartment. 6. Lift the cowl grille from the vehicle. 7. Locate the cabin air filter on the passenger side of the vehicle. 8. Remove four (4) screws from the top surface of the cabin air filter top cover. 9. Remove the cover.
Maintenance and care 10. Remove the filter element by pulling forward on the top surface of the filter and lifting. 11. Install the new filter (A) element into the filter retaining frame (B). Ensure that you insert the three retaining tabs in the bottom of the filter frame. 12. Reinstall the filter top cover and the four (4) screws. 13. Reconnect the washer hose. B A 14. Position the cowl grille in place. 15. Reinstall the four (4) screw anchors and the four (4) plastic screws. 16. Close the hood. 17.
Maintenance and care Checking the wiper blades If the wiper blades do not wipe properly, clean both the windshield and wiper blades using undiluted windshield wiper solution or a mild detergent. Rinse thoroughly with clean water. To avoid damaging the blades, do not use fuel, kerosene, paint thinner or other solvents. Changing the wiper blades To replace the wiper blades: 1. Pull the wiper arm away from the windshield and lock into the service position. 2. Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm.
Maintenance and care These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of Transportation has set. Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passenger cars. They do not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S.
Maintenance and care which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law. The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure.
Maintenance and care • Four tire rotation Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wear band is visible through the tire treads. When replacing full size tires, never mix radial bias-belted, or bias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the Certification Label. Make sure that all tires are the same size, speed rating, and load-carrying capacity. Use only the tire combinations recommended on the label.
Maintenance and care Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the handling of the vehicle and make it easier for the driver to lose control and roll over. Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle’s original tires may also affect the accuracy of your speedometer. SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you currently have on your vehicle. The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction in rain and snow.
Maintenance and care The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may spray out and injure you or others. If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel system to work improperly in a collision, which may result in possible personal injury.
Maintenance and care • Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If fuel is splashed in the eyes, remove contact lenses (if worn), flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Failure to seek proper medical attention could lead to permanent injury. • Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin. If fuel is splashed on the skin and/or clothing, promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water.
Maintenance and care When the fuel filler door is open, the left hand sliding door will not open. When fueling your vehicle: 1. Turn the engine off. 2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/4 of a turn until it stops. 3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe. 4. To install the cap, align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the filler pipe. 5. Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/4 of a turn until it stops.
Maintenance and care Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your vehicle was not designed may not be covered by your warranty. Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use “Regular” unleaded gasoline with an (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87. We do not recommend the use of gasolines (R+M)/2 METHOD labeled as “Regular” that are sold with octane ratings of 86 or lower in high altitude areas. Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly.
Maintenance and care Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse affect on powertrain components. If you have run out of fuel: • You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times after refueling, to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to the engine. • Your “Service Engine Soon” indicator may come on. For more information on the “Service Engine Soon” indicator, refer to the Instrumentation chapter.
Maintenance and care The amount of empty reserve varies and should not be relied upon to increase driving range. When refueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not be able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank. For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each time the tank is filled. • Allow three automatic click-offs when filling.
Maintenance and care Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy. Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy. • Idling for long periods of time (greater than one minute) may waste fuel. • Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop.
Maintenance and care Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately 0.4 km/L [1 mpg] is lost for every 180 kg [400 lb] of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy.
Maintenance and care • Have the items listed in your Scheduled Maintenance Guide performed according to the specified schedule. The scheduled maintenance items listed in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system.
Maintenance and care If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced, the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a “not ready for I/M test” condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, follow the procedure described below: 1. Allow the engine to cool to ambient temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will point to C). 2.
Maintenance and care • Brakelamps • Backup lamps • License plate lamps Do not remove lamp bulbs unless they will be replaced immediately. If a bulb is removed for an extended period of time, contaminants may enter the lamp housings and affect performance. Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open the hood. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward. 3.
Maintenance and care 1. With the flat side of the new bulb’s plastic base facing upward, insert the glass end of the bulb into the lamp assembly. Turn the bulb left or right to align the grooves in the plastic base with the tabs in the lamp assembly. When the grooves are aligned, push the bulb into the lamp assembly until the plastic base contacts the rear of the lamp assembly. 2.
Maintenance and care Replacing front turn signal lamp bulbs 1. Remove bulb socket by turning it counterclockwise, then slide it out of the lamp assembly. 2. Carefully pull bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. 3. To complete installation, follow removal procedure in the reverse order. Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs 1. Remove the two screws and lamp assembly from vehicle. 2. Remove the bulb by rotating socket counterclockwise and pulling it out of the lamp assembly. 3.
Maintenance and care Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Remove two screws, grommets and the license plate lamp assembly from the liftgate. 2. Remove bulb socket by turning counterclockwise. 3. Carefully pull the bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb. 4. Install the lamp assembly on liftgate with two grommets, ensuring the grommets are pushed all the way in to the liftgate and secure with two screws. Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below.
Maintenance and care Function Number of Trade number bulbs Dome lamps 2 211-2 Turn signal lamps (front) 2 3157NA (amber) Turn signal lamps (rear) 2 3156 Tail Lamps 2 3157 Personal reading lamps 2 578 Stepwell lamps 4 194 Glove compartment 1 194 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer. AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant.
Maintenance and care Any gasoline spilled on the vehicle or deposits such as bird droppings should be washed and sponged off as soon as possible. Deposits not removed promptly can cause damage to the vehicle’s paintwork. Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a car wash. If you have wax applied to the vehicle at a commercial car wash, it is recommended that you clean the wiper blades and windshield as described in Cleaning the wiper blades and windshield.
Maintenance and care The brushes used in some automatic car washes may damage the finish on your wheels. Before going to a car wash, find out if the brushes are abrasive. Cleaning non-painted plastic exterior parts Use vinyl cleaner for routine cleaning. Clean with a tar remover if necessary. Do not clean plastic parts with thinners, solvents or petroleum-based cleaners. Underbody Flush the complete underside of vehicle frequently. Keep body drain holes unplugged. Inspect for road damage.
Maintenance and care • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine. • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage. Cleaning the wiper blades, windshield and rear window If the wiper blades do not wipe properly, clean the wiper blade rubber element with undiluted windshield washer solution or a mild detergent. To avoid damaging the blades, do not use fuel, kerosene, paint thinner or other solvents.
Maintenance and care Cleaning the instrument panel Clean with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth. Avoid cleaner or polish that increases the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection. Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the air bag system.
Maintenance and care Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts Clean the safety belts with a mild soap solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets. Do not bleach or dye the belts, because these actions may weaken the belt webbing. Check the safety belt system periodically to make sure there are no nicks, wear or cuts. If your vehicle has been involved in an accident, refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in the Seating and safety restraints chapter.
Capacities and specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Engine air filter element Cabin air filter Fuel filter Battery (standard) Battery 1 Oil filter PCV Valve Spark plugs 2 3.3L V6 engine FA-1121 FP-27 FG-993 BXT-35 BH-65DC FL-2007 EV-217 AGSP-32FP 1 Standard for Canada. Included with trailer tow package and rear A/C. Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark plug gap information.
Capacities and specifications LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Brake fluid Door weatherstrips Engine coolant Engine oil Ford part name High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Silicone Lubricant Ford Premium Engine Coolant Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil Door latch, hood Multi-Purpose Grease latch,auxiliary hood latch, door and liftgate hinges, striker plates, seat tracks, fuel filler door hinge.
Capacities and specifications Item Disc brake caliper rails Constant velocity joints Windshield washer fluid Ford part name Silicone Brake Caliper Grease and Dielectric Compound CV Joint Grease (High Temp.) Ultra-clear Windshield Washer Concentrate Ford part Ford number specification D7AZ-19A331-A ESE-M1C171-A (Motorcraft WA-10) E43Z-19590-A ESP-M1C207-A C9AZ-19550-AC ESR-M17P5-A ENGINE DATA Engine Cubic inches Required fuel Firing order Spark plug gap Ignition system1 Compression ratio 3.
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Capacities and specifications IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Certification label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Certification Label may be located. The Certification Label is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver’s side.
Customer assistance Ford Extended Service Plan You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP) coverage. Ford ESP is an optional service contract which is backed by Ford Motor Company or Ford Motor Service Company (in the U.S.) and Ford of Canada (in Canada).
Customer assistance If you have questions or concerns, or are unsatisfied with the service you are receiving, follow these steps: 1. Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at your selling/servicing dealership. 2. If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved, contact the Sales Manager or Service Manager at the dealership. 3. If the inquiry or concern cannot be resolved at the dealership level, please contact the Ford Customer Assistance Center.
Customer assistance If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the dealership could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Assistance Center to find an authorized dealership to help you. In the United States: Ford Motor Company Customer Assistance Center 16800 Executive Plaza Drive P.O.
Customer assistance replacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws. This dispute handling procedure is not required prior to enforcing state created rights or other rights which are independent of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act or state replacement or repurchase laws. THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S.
Customer assistance Concerns are ineligible for review if the New Vehicle Limited Warranty has expired at receipt of your application and, in certain states eligibility is dependent upon the customer’s possession of the vehicle. Eligibility may differ according to state law. For example, see the unique brochures for California, West Virginia, Georgia and Wisconsin purchasers/lessees.
Customer assistance • a brief summary of the action taken by the dealer(s) and Ford Motor Company • the names (if known) of all the people you contacted at the dealership(s) • a description of the action you expect to resolve your concern You will receive a letter of explanation if your application does not qualify for Board review. Oral presentations If you would like to make an oral presentation, indicate YES to question #6 on the application.
Customer assistance You may also contact the North American Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-392-3673 (Ford), TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952 or by writing to the Center at the following address: Ford Motor Company Customer Assistance Center 16800 Executive Plaza Drive P.O.
Customer assistance The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company/Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel. In the United States, using leaded fuel may also result in difficulty importing your vehicle back into the U.S.
Customer assistance Ford Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (not available in Canada) Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover* (not available in Canada) Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner (Canada only) Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner (not available in Canada) Ford Metal Surface Cleaner Ford Multi-Purpose Cleaner* Motorcraft Car Wash Concentrate Motorcraft Carlite Glass Cleaner Ford Spot and Stain Remover* Ford Super Premium Tire and Trim Dressing Ford Tri
Customer assistance Comfort and convenience Cargo nets Cargo organizers Cargo trays Electrochromic inside mirror with compass display Electrochromic inside mirror with compass and temperature display Engine block heaters Gear shift knob Seatback organizer Tire step Travel equipment Auto headlamps with daytime running lights (DRL) Console Daytime running lights (DRL) Factory luggage rack Factory luggage rack adaptors Framed luggage covers Heavy-duty battery Running boards, child step Soft luggage cover Track
Customer assistance Hood deflectors Lubricants and oils Molded splash guards Molded vinyl floor mats Rear air deflectors Side window air deflectors Touch-up paint Universal floor mats For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
Customer assistance ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE To order the publications in this portfolio: Make checks payable to: HELM, INCORPORATED P.O. Box 07150 Detroit, Michigan 48207 For a free publication catalog, order toll free: 1-800-782-4356 Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. EST, for credit card holders only Obtaining a French owner’s guide French Owner’s Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, Service Publications, P.O.
Reporting safety defects REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash, or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
Index Accessory delay ..........................91 Air bag supplemental restraint system .................132,133 and child safety seats ............134 description ..............................133 disposal ....................................137 driver air bag ..........................135 indicator light ......................8,136 operation .................................135 passenger air bag ...................135 Air cleaner filter .........200,201,233 Air conditioning ..........................
Index Clock ..................................48,60,71 Console ......................................101 overhead ....................................98 Controls power seat ...............................113 steering column ........................86 Coolant checking and adding ..............194 refill capacities .................197,233 specifications ...................234,235 Cruise control (see Speed control) ....................82 Customer Assistance ................
Index safety information relating to automotive fuels ................212 Fuses ...................................168,169 Garage door opener ...............93,99 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............214 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) .................217 Gauges .........................................13 engine coolant temperature gauge ...................16 fuel gauge ..................................16 odometer ...................................15 speedometer .............................
Index low washer fluid .......................12 oil pressure .................................9 overdrive off ..............................12 safety belt ...................................9 service engine soon ..................11 speed control ............................86 turn signal indicator .................10 Load limits .................................160 GAWR ......................................160 GVWR ......................................160 trailer towing ..........................
Index replacing ..................................211 rotating ....................................210 snow tires and chains ............212 tire grades ...............................209 treadwear ................................209 Towing ................................162,210 trailer towing ..........................162 wrecker ....................................185 Transaxle automatic operation ...............155 fluid, refill capacities ..............233 lubricant specifications ..........
Filling station information Item Information Required fuel Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane Fuel tank capacity 75.7L (20.0 gallons) Engine oil capacity (includes filter 4.0L (4.2 quarts). Use Motorcraft change) SAE 5W-30 Super Premium Motor Oil, Ford specification WSS-M2C153-H. Tire size and pressure Refer to the Certification Label on inside of driver’s door. Hood release Pull handle under the left side of the instrument panel. 1 10.6L (11.
