Manual

Table of Contents
Introduction Instrument Cluster
Warning and control lights Gauges

4 10
10 15

Entertainment Systems
AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 AM/FM stereo cassette with CD

17
17 26 31

Climate Controls
Heater only Manual heating and air conditioning Rear window defroster

38
38 39 40

Lights
Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement41
41 46 47

Driver Controls
Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Message center

52
52 53 55 57 58 62

Locks and Security
Keys Locks Anti-theft system

75
75 75 84

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Seating and Safety Restraints
Seating Safety restraints Airbags Child restraints

89
89 97 112 127

Tires, Wheels and Loading
TireInformation Tire Inflation Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing

139
141 143 156 162 169 174

Driving
Starting Brakes Transmission operation

175
175 178 182

Roadside Emergencies
Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Lug Nut Torque Jump starting Wrecker towing200
200 201 202 202 209 220 220 226

Customer Assistance
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only)

228
234

Cleaning

235

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Maintenance and Specifications
Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications

242
244 247 251 253 259 273 275 276 278

Accessories Index285 287

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CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: 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. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California tocause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it. For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit thefollowing website: • In the United States: www.ford.com • In Canada: www.ford.ca • In Australia: www.ford.com.au • In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx Additional owner information is given in separate publications. This Owner’s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it maydescribe options before they are generally available. Remember to pass on this Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle. Fuel pump shut-off switch: In the event of an accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). To reset the switch,refer to the Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed. 4

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