02 mustang

Introduction 3

Instrument Cluster 10

Warning and control lights 10Gauges 15

Entertainment Systems 19

AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 19AM/FM stereo with CD 28AM/FM stereo cassette (CD changer compatible) 43

Climate Controls 63

Lights 67

Headlamps 67Turn signal control 70Bulb replacement 71

Driver Controls 76

Windshield wiper/washer control 76Steering wheel adjustment 77Power windows 78Mirrors 80Speed control 80

Locks and Security 89

Keys 89Locks 89Anti-theft system 91

Seating and Safety Restraints 99

Seating 99Safety restraints 102Air bags 114Child restraints 119

Driving 133

Starting 133

Table of Contents

1

Brakes 138Traction control/AdvanceTrac 142Transmission operation 144Vehicle loading 154Trailer towing 156

Roadside Emergencies 157

Getting roadside assistance 157Hazard flasher switch 158Fuel pump shut-off switch 159Fuses and relays 160Changing tires 165Jump starting 170Wrecker towing 175

Customer Assistance 176

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 186

Cleaning 187

Maintenance and Specifications 194

Engine compartment 197Engine oil 199Battery 203Fuel information 214Part numbers 237Refill capacities 238Lubricant specifications 240

Accessories 245

Index 248

All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic ormechanical including photocopying, recording or by anyinformation storage and retrieval system or translation inwhole or part is not permitted without written authorizationfrom Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contentswithout notice and without incurring obligation.

Copyright © 2002 Ford Motor Company

Table of Contents

2

The following warning may be required by Californialaw:

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of itsconstituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals known tothe State of California to cause cancer and birthdefects or other reproductive harm. In addition,certain fluids contained in vehicles and certainproducts of component wear contain or emitchemicals known to the State of California tocause cancer and birth defects or otherreproductive harm.

CONGRATULATIONSCongratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Pleasetake the time to get well acquainted with your vehicleby reading this handbook. The more you know andunderstand about your vehicle the greater the safetyand pleasure you will derive from driving it.

For more information on Ford Motor Company andits products visit the following 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 separatepublications.

Introduction

3

This Owner’s Guide describes every option andmodel variant available and therefore some of theitems covered may not apply to your particularvehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it maydescribe options before they are generally available.

Remember to pass on the Owner’s Guide whenreselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of thevehicle.

Fuel pump shut-off switch In the event ofan accident the safety switch will

automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine.The switch can also be activated through suddenvibration (e.g. collision when parking). To resetthe switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-offswitch in the Roadside emergencies chapter.

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guide

How can you reduce the risk of personal injury andprevent possible damage to others, your vehicle andits equipment? In this guide, answers to suchquestions are contained in comments highlighted bythe warning triangle symbol. These commentsshould be read and observed.

Introduction

4

Warning symbols on your vehicle

When you see thissymbol, it is imperativethat you consult therelevant section of thisguide before touching or attempting adjustment ofany kind.

Protecting the environmentWe must all play ourpart in protecting theenvironment. Correctvehicle usage and theauthorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubricationmaterials are significant steps towards this aim.Information in this respect is highlighted in thisguide with the tree symbol.

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLEThere are no particular guidelines for breaking-inyour vehicle. During the first 1,600 km (1,000 miles)of driving, vary speeds frequently. This isrecommended to give the moving parts a chance tobreak in.

Introduction

5

SPECIAL NOTICES

Emission warrantyThe New Vehicle Limited Warranty includesBumper-to-Bumper Coverage, Safety RestraintCoverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 7.3L PowerStroke Diesel Engine Coverage. In addition, yourvehicle is eligible for Emissions Defect andEmissions Performance Warranties. For a detaileddescription of what is covered and what is notcovered, refer to the Warranty Guide that isprovided to you along with your Owner’s Guide.

Special instructionsFor your added safety, your vehicle is fitted withsophisticated electronic controls.

By operating other electronic equipment(e.g. mobile telephone without exterior

aerial) electromagnetic fields can occur which cancause malfunctions of the vehicle electronics.Therefore you should observe the instructions ofthe equipment manufacturers.

Please read the section Air bag in theSeating and safety restraints chapter.

Failure to follow the specific warnings andinstructions could result in personal injury.

Front seat mounted rear-facing child orinfant seats should NEVER be used in front

of a passenger side air bag.

Introduction

6

Notice to owners of Cobra vehiclesBefore you drive your vehicle, be sure to read the“SVT Cobra Owner’s Guide Supplement.” This bookcontains important operation and maintenanceinformation.

MIDDLE EAST/NORTH AFRICA VEHICLESPECIFIC INFORMATIONFor your particular global region, your vehicle maybe equipped with features and options that aredifferent from the ones that are described in thisOwner Guide; therefore, a supplement has beensupplied that complements this book. By referring tothe pages in the provided supplement, you canproperly identify those features, recommendationsand specifications that are unique to your vehicle.Refer to this Owner Guide for all otherrequired information and warnings.

Introduction

7

These are some of the symbols you may see on yourvehicle.

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide

Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front

Air Bag-Side Child Seat

Child SeatInstallation Warning

Child Seat TetherAnchorage

Brake SystemAnti-Lock BrakeSystem

Brake Fluid -Non-PetroleumBased

Traction Control

AdvanceTracMaster LightingSwitch

Hazard WarningFlasher

Fog Lamps-Front

Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset

WindshieldWash/Wipe

WindshieldDefrost/Demist

Rear WindowDefrost/Demist

Power WindowsFront/Rear

Power WindowLockout

Child Safety DoorLock/Unlock

Introduction

8

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Interior LuggageCompartmentRelease Symbol

Panic Alarm

Engine Oil Engine Coolant

Engine CoolantTemperature

Do Not Open WhenHot

BatteryAvoid Smoking,Flames, or Sparks

Battery Acid Explosive Gas

Fan WarningPower SteeringFluid

Maintain CorrectFluid Level

MAX

MIN Emission System

Engine Air FilterPassengerCompartment AirFilter

Jack Check fuel cap

Low tire warning

Introduction

9

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Base instrument cluster

Optional instrument cluster

Turn signalsIlluminates when theturn signals or thehazard lights areturned on. If the lights stay on continuously or flashfaster, check for a burned-out bulb.

High beamsIlluminates when thehigh beam headlampsare turned on.

Safety beltIlluminates to remindyou to fasten yoursafety belts. For moreinformation, refer tothe Seating and safety restraints chapter.

P!BRAKE

L

0

0 0 0 0 0 00

C

E F

H L H

10

20

30

20

40

6080 100 120

140

160

180

4050

60 7080

90

100

110

120

4

5

6

7

3

2

1

H

THEFT

RPMX1000

FUEL DOOR

SELECT/RESET

LOWFUEL

O/DOFF

AIRBAG

SERVICEENGINESOON

MPH km/h

ABS

.

CHECKFUELCAP

P!BRAKE

L

0

0 0 0 0 0 00

C

E F

H L H

1020

40

6080

20

40

60

80100120 140

160180

200

220

240

100

120

140

30

50

70 90

110

130

150

45

6

7

8

3

2

1

H

THEFT

RPMX1000

FUEL DOOR

SELECT/RESET

LOWFUEL

O/DOFF

AIRBAG

SERVICEENGINESOON

CHECKFUELCAP

MPH km/h

ABS

.

Instrument Cluster

10

Charging systemIlluminates when thebattery is not chargingproperly.

Air bag readinessIlluminates to confirmthat the air bags (frontor side) areoperational. If the light fails to illuminate, continuesto flash or remains on, have the system servicedimmediately.

Anti-theft systemIlluminates when theSecuriLocky PassiveAnti-theft System isarmed. If the light fails to illuminate, continues toflash or remains on, have the system serviced.

Service engine soonIlluminates briefly toensure the system isfunctional. If it comeson after the engine isstarted, one of the engine’s emission control systemsmay be malfunctioning. The light may illuminatewithout a driveability concern being noted. Thevehicle will usually be drivable and will not requiretowing.

Light turns on solid:

Temporary malfunctions may cause the light toilluminate. Examples are:

1. The vehicle has run out of fuel.

2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.

3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installedand securely tightened.

These temporary malfunctions can be corrected byfilling the fuel tank with high quality fuel of the

AIRBAG

SERVICEENGINESOON

Instrument Cluster

11

recommended octane and/or properly installing andsecurely tightening the fuel cap. After three drivingcycles without these or any other temporarymalfunctions present, the light should turn off. (Adriving cycle consists of a cold engine startupfollowed by mixed city/highway driving.) Noadditional vehicle service is required.

If the light remains on, have your vehicle serviced atthe first available opportunity.

Light is blinking:

Engine misfire is occurring which could damage yourcatalytic converter. You should drive in a moderatefashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration)and have your vehicle serviced at the first availableopportunity.

Under engine misfire conditions, excessiveexhaust temperatures could damage the

catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floorcoverings or other vehicle components, possiblycausing a fire.

Check fuel capIlluminates when thefuel cap is not installedcorrectly. Check thefuel cap for properinstallation. When the fuel filler cap is properlyre-installed, the light(s) will turn off after a period ofnormal driving. Continuing to operate the vehiclewith the check fuel cap light on, or a mis-installedfuel cap can activate the Service EngineSoon/Check Engine warning light.

It may take a long period of time for thesystem to detect an improperly installed fuelfiller cap.

For more information, refer to Fuel filler cap in theMaintenance and specifications chapter.

CHECKFUELCAP

Instrument Cluster

12

Low fuelIlluminates when thefuel level in the fueltank is at, or near,empty (refer to Fuelgauge in this chapter for more information).

O/D off (if equipped)Illuminates when theoverdrive function hasbeen turned OFF usingthe transmission control switch (TCS) on thegearshift. If the light does not come on or the lightflashes steadily, have your vehicle serviced as soonas possible, damage to the transmission could occur.

Traction Control Y activeIlluminates when theTraction Controlysystem is active. It willbe lit for a minimum offour seconds or for the duration of the TractionControly event.

For more information, refer to the Driving chapter.

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)To confirm theanti-lock brake system(ABS) warning light isfunctional it willmomentarily illuminate when the ignition is turnedto the ON position (alternatively for some vehicleswhen the ignition is moved from the ON position tothe START position, the light will momentarilyilluminate just prior to reaching the STARTposition). If the light remains on, continues to flashor fails to illuminate, have the ABS servicedimmediately. If the ABS light remains on, it meansthe anti-lock brake system has malfunctioned and isdisabled, however, the normal brake system will stillfunction unless the brake warning light also remains

LOWFUEL

O/DOFF

ABS

Instrument Cluster

13

illuminated and parking brake is off. Refer to Brakes

in the Driving chapter for more information.

Brake system warningTo confirm the brakesystem warning light isfunctional, it willmomentarily illuminatewhen the ignition is turned to the ON position(alternatively for some vehicles when the ignition ismoved from the ON position to START position, thelight will momentarily illuminate prior to reachingthe START position). It also illuminates if theparking brake is engaged. If the brake systemwarning light does not illuminate as described, seekservice immediately. Illumination after the parkingbrake is released indicates low brake fluid level or abrake system malfunction and the brake systemshould be serviced immediately by a qualifiedtechnician. Refer to Brakes in the Driving chapterfor more information.

Safety belt warning chime

Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts.

BeltMinder Y chime

Sounds intermittently to remind you to fasten yoursafety belts.

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warningchime

Sounds when a malfunction in the supplementalrestraint system (front or side airbags) has beendetected. Have the supplemental restraint systeminspected immediately.

Key-in-ignition warning chimeSounds when the key is left in the ignition and thedriver’s door is opened.

P!BRAKE

Instrument Cluster

14

Headlamps on warning chime

Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps areon, the key is removed from the ignition and thedriver’s door is opened.

GAUGES

Base instrument cluster gauges

Optional instrument cluster gauges

Engine coolant temperature gaugeIndicates thetemperature of theengine coolant. Atnormal operatingtemperature, the needle remains within the normalarea (the area between the “H” and “C”). If it entersthe red section, the engine is overheating. Stop thevehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off theengine immediately and let the engine cool. Refer toEngine coolant in the Maintenance andspecifications chapter.

P!BRAKE

L

C

E F

H L H

10

20

30

20

40

6080 100 120

140

160

180

4050

60 7080

90

100

110

120

4

5

6

7

3

2

1

H

THEFT

RPMX1000

FUEL DOOR

SELECT/RESET

LOWFUEL

O/DOFF

AIRBAG

SERVICEENGINESOON

MPH km/h

ABS

0 0 0 0 0 00.

CHECKFUELCAP

P!BRAKE

0

0 0 0 0 0 00F

H H

1020

40

6080

20

40

60

80100120 140

160180

200

220

240

100

120

140

30

50

70 90

110

130

150

45

6

7

8

3

2

1

H

THEFT

RPMX1000

FUEL DOOR

SELECT/RESET

LOWFUEL

O/DOFF

AIRBAG

SERVICEENGINESOON

MPH km/h

ABS

.

L

L

CHECKFUELCAP

C H

Instrument Cluster

15

Never remove the coolant reservoir capwhile the engine is running or hot. Steam

and scalding liquid from a hot cooling system canburn you badly.

This gauge indicates the temperature of the enginecoolant, not the coolant level. If the coolant is not atits proper level the gauge indication will not beaccurate.

Engine oil pressure gaugeIndicates engine oilpressure. At normaloperating temperature,the needle will be inthe normal range (the area between the “L” and“H”); if the needle goes below the normal range,stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible andswitch off the engine immediately. Check the oillevel. Add oil if needed (refer to Engine oil in theMaintenance and specifications chapter). If the oillevel is correct, have your vehicle checked at yourdealership or by a qualified technician.

Battery voltage gaugeIndicates batteryvoltage. If the pointermoves and staysoutside the normaloperating range, have the vehicle’s electrical systemchecked as soon as possible.

Fuel gaugeDisplays approximatelyhow much fuel is in thefuel tank. The fuelgauge may vary slightlywhen the vehicle is in motion or on a grade.

L H

L H

F

Instrument Cluster

16

When refueling the vehicle from empty indication,the amount of fuel that can be added will be lessthan the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel.

The FUEL DOOR icon and arrow indicates whichside of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located.

Speedometer

Indicates the current vehicle speed.

• Base instrumentcluster gauge

• Optional instrumentcluster gauge

OdometerRegisters the totalkilometers (miles) ofthe vehicle.

Tachometer

Indicates the engine speed in revolutions perminute.

Driving with your tachometer pointer at the top ofthe scale or in the red zone may damage the engine.

Instrument Cluster

17

• Base instrumentcluster gauge

• Optional instrumentcluster gauge

Trip odometerRegisters thekilometers (miles) ofindividual journeys.Press and release thereset button until a ’T’appears in the display(this represents thetrip mode). Press and hold the button for threeseconds to reset.

0

0 0 0 0 0 00

45

6

7

8

3

2

1

RPMX1000

SELECT/RESET

.

Instrument Cluster

18

PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLECD

Volume/power controlPress the control toturn the audio systemon or off.

Audio power can alsobe turned on bypressing the AM/FMselect control or the TAPE/CD select control.

Turn control to raise orlower volume.

If the volume is set above a certain level and theignition is turned off, the volume will come back onat a “nominal” listening level when the ignitionswitch is turned back on.

Bass adjustThe bass adjust controlallows you to increaseor decrease the audiosystem’s bass output.

FM 1AMC

BL RF

REW FF

SCAN BASS TREB SEL BAL

TAPE

DISC

EJ CD

FADE

AUTO

CLK

SIDE 1-2 COMP SHUFFLE

EJ

MUTE

VOL PUSH ON

SEEK

TUNE

AM FM

1 2 3 4 5 6

DOLBY B NR

ST

VOL - PUSH ON

VOL - PUSH ON

BASS TREB

Entertainment Systems

19

Press the BASS control then press:

• to decrease thebass output and

• to increase thebass output.

Treble adjustThe treble adjustcontrol allows you toincrease or decreasethe audio system’s treble output.

Press the TREB control then press:

• to decrease thetreble output and

• to increase thetreble output.

Speaker balance adjustSpeaker sounddistribution can beadjusted between theright and left speakers.

Press the BAL control then press:

• to shift sound tothe left and

• to shift sound tothe right.

Speaker fade adjustSpeaker sound can beadjusted between thefront and rearspeakers.

BASS TREB

BAL FADE

BAL FADE


20

Press the FADE control then press:

• to shift thesound to the frontand

• to shift the sound to the rear.

Seek function

The seek function control works in radio, tape or CDmode.

Seek function in radio mode

• Press to find thenext listenablestation down thefrequency band.

• Press to find the next listenable station upthe frequency band.

Seek function in tape mode

• Press to listen to the previous selection onthe tape.

• Press to listen to the next selection on thetape.

Seek function for CD or CD changer(if equipped)

• Press to seek tothe previous track ofthe current disc. If aselection has been playing for three seconds ormore and you press , the CD changer willreplay that selection from the beginning.

• Press to seek forward to the next track of thecurrent disc. After the last track has beencompleted, the first track of the current disc willautomatically replay.


21

Scan functionThe scan functionworks in radio, tape orCD mode.

Scan function in radio modePress the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling ofall listenable stations on the frequency band. Pressthe control again to stop the scan mode.

Scan function in tape modePress the SCAN control to hear a short sampling ofall selections on the tape. (The tape scans in aforward direction. At the end of the tape’s first side,direction automatically reverses to the opposite sideof the tape.) To stop on a particular selection, pressthe control again.

Scan function in CD or CD changer mode(if equipped)Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling ofall selections on the CD. (The CD scans in a forwarddirection, wrapping back to the first track at the endof the CD.) To stop on a particular selection, pressthe control again.

AM/FM selectThe AM/FM selectcontrol works in radio,tape and CD modes.

AM/FM select in radio modeThis control allows you to select AM or FMfrequency bands. Press the control to switchbetween AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations.

AM/FM select in tape modePress this control to stop tape play and begin radioplay.

AM/FM select in CD or CD changer mode(if equipped)Press this control to stop CD play and begin radioplay.

SCAN

AM FM


22

Radio station memory presetThe radio is equipped with six station memorypreset controls. These controls can be used to selectup to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations(six in FM1 and six in FM2).

Setting memory preset stations1. Select the frequencyband with the AM/FMselect control.2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seekfunction for more information on selecting a station.3. Press and hold a memory preset control until thesound returns, indicating the station is held inmemory of the control you selected.

Autoset memory presetAutoset allows you to set strong radio stationswithout losing your original manually set presetstations. This feature is helpful on trips when youtravel between cities with different radio stations.

Starting autoset memory preset1. Select a frequency using the AM/FM selectcontrols.

2. Press the control.

3. When the first sixstrong stations arefilled, the station storedin memory presetcontrol 1 will startplaying.

If there are less than six strong stations available onthe frequency band, the remaining memory presetcontrols will all store the last strong stationavailable.

AM FM

AUTO

CLK


23

These stations are temporarily stored in the memorypreset controls (until deactivated) and are accessedin the same manner as your original presets.To deactivate autoset and return to your audiosystem’s manually set memory stations, press theAUTO control again.

Setting the clockTo set the hour, pressand hold the CLKcontrol and pressSEEK:

• to decreasehours and

• to increasehours.

To set the minute,press and hold the CLKcontrol and pressTUNE:

• to decreaseminutes and

• to increaseminutes.

If your vehicle has a separate clock, (other than thedigital radio display), the CLK control will notfunction in the above manner.

The CLK control willallow you to switchbetween media displaymode (radio station,stereo information,etc.) and clock displaymode (time). When in

AUTO

CLK

AUTO

CLK

AUTO

CLK


24

clock mode, the media information will display for 10seconds, when the radio is turned on, and thenrevert to clock information. Any time that the mediais changed, (new radio station, etc.), the mediainformation will again display for 10 seconds beforereverting back to the clock. In media mode, themedia information will always be displayed.

Tune adjustThe tune control works in radio mode.

Tune adjust in radio mode

• Press to move tothe next frequencydown the band(whether or not a listenable station is locatedthere). Hold the control to move through thefrequencies quickly.

• Press to move to the next frequency up theband (whether or not a listenable station islocated there). Hold for quick movement.

Tape/CD select• To begin tape play

(with a tape loadedinto the audiosystem) while in the radio or CD mode, press theTAPE control. Press again during rewind or fastforward to stop the rewind or fast forwardfunction.

• To begin CD play (ifCD(s) are loaded),press the CDcontrol. The first track of the disc will beginplaying. If returning from radio or tape mode, CDplay will begin where it stopped last.

Press the CD control to toggle between single CDand CD changer (if equipped).

TAPE CD

TAPE CD


25

RewindThe rewind controlworks in tape and CDmodes.

• In tape mode, radio play will continue untilrewind is stopped (with the TAPE control) or thebeginning of the tape is reached.

• In CD mode, pressing the REW control rewindsthe CD within the current track.

Fast forwardThe fast forwardcontrol works in tapeand CD modes.

• In the tape mode, tape direction will automaticallyreverse when the end of the tape is reached.

• In CD mode, pressing the FF control fast forwardsthe CD within the current track.

Tape direction selectPress to play thealternate side of thetape.

Eject functionPress the EJ control tostop and eject a tape.

Press the EJ control tostop and eject a CD.

REW

1

FF

2

SIDE 1-2

3

EJ

EJ


26

Dolby T noise reductionDolbyt noise reductionoperates in tape mode.Dolbyt noise reductionreduces the amount ofhiss and static during tape playback.

Press the control to activate (and deactivate)the Dolbyt noise reduction.

Dolbyt noise reduction is manufactured underlicense from Dolbyt Laboratories LicensingCorporation. “Dolbyt” and the double-D symbolare registered trademarks of Dolbyt LaboratoriesLicensing Corporation.

Compression adjustCompression adjustbrings soft and loudCD passages togetherfor a more consistent listening level.

Press the COMP control to activate and deactivatecompression adjust.

Shuffle featureThe shuffle featureoperates in CD modeand plays all tracks onthe current disc in random order. If equipped withthe CD changer, the shuffle feature continues to thenext disc after all tracks on the current disc areplayed.

Press to start this feature. Random order play willcontinue until the control is pressed again.

4

COMP

5

SHUFFLE

6


27

Mute modePress the MUTEcontrol to mute theplaying media. Pressthe MUTE controlagain to return to theplaying media.

MACHT MP3 MUSIC SYSTEM

1. ON/OFF and volumecontrol2. AM/FM control3. Bass control4. Treble control5. Fade control6. Balance control7. Seek control8. Scan control9. Clock control10. Tune/Directorycontrol

11. CD control

12. MP3 directory control

13. Eject control

14. CD rewind control

15. CD fast forwardcontrol

16. Shuffle control

17. Compression control

18. Track control

19. Repeat control

EJ

MUTE


28

Volume/power controlPress the control toturn the audio systemon or off.

Turn the control toraise or lower thevolume.


AM/FM select

The AM/FM select control works in radio mode.

AM/FM select in radio modeThis control allows youto select AM or FMfrequency bands. Pressthe control to switchbetween AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations.

Bass adjustThe bass adjust controlallows you to increaseor decrease the audiosystem’s bass output.

Treble adjustThe treble adjustcontrol allows you toincrease or decreasethe audio system’streble output.


29

Speaker fade adjustSpeaker sound can beadjusted between thefront and rearspeakers.

Speaker balance adjustSpeaker sounddistribution can beadjusted between theright and left speakers.

MP3 functionsYour audio system is equipped with MP3 capabilitywhich allows you to listen to songs in MP3 flat filemode and MP3 directory mode.

To engage MP3 flat file mode, insert an MP3 disc. Ifan MP3 disc is already present in the player, pressthe CD control. The MP3 icon will display while theplayer is in MP3 mode.

While in MP3 flat filemode, press the MP3DIR control to enterinto MP3 directory mode. The MP3 icon and the DIRicon will display while the player is in directorymode.

Your MACHt MP3 player is also equipped with ananti-shock buffer for MP3 discs.

MP3 file directory structureThe MACHt MP3 music system recognizes MP3 discfile and directory (folder) structure as follows:

• There are two different modes for MP3 discplayback: MP3 flat file mode (default) and MP3directory mode.

• MP3 flat file mode ignores any directory structurepresent on the MP3 disc. The player sequentially


30

numbers each MP3 track on the disc (denoted bythe .mp3 file extension) from T001 to T255.

• MP3 directory mode represents a directorystructure consisting of one level of directories(folders). The CD player sequentially numbers allMP3 tracks on the disc (denoted by .mp3extension) and all directories containing MP3files, from 01–01 to 99–99. The first two digitsdenote the directory number and the last twodigits denote the track number within thatdirectory.

• Creating discs with only one level ofsubdirectories will help with navigation throughthe disc files.

Seek functionThe seek function control works in radio, CD, MP3flat file mode and MP3 directory modes.


• Press to find thenext listenablestation down thefrequency band.

• Press to find thenext listenable station up the frequency band.

Seek function in CD, MP3 flat file and MP3directory modes

• Press to selectand play theprevious track onthe disc. If thecurrent track is thefirst track on the disc, pressing will select thelast track on the disc.

• Press to select and play the next track on thedisc. If the current track is the last track on thedisc, pressing will select the first track on thedisc.


31

Press and hold the SEEK control to quickly seekthrough all tracks in MP3 flat file mode or all tracksin the current MP3 directory.

Note: If a track has been playing for three secondsor more and you press on the SEEK control, theplayer will replay that track from the beginning.

Scan functionThe scan function works in radio, CD, MP3 flat fileand MP3 directory modes.

Scan function in radio modePress SCN to engagescan mode and to heara brief sampling of alllistenable stations onthe frequency band. When the top of the band isreached, the tuner will continue to scan from thelowest frequency upward.

Press SCN again to disengage scan mode.

Scan function in CD modePress SCN to engagescan mode and to heara brief sampling of alltracks on the disc. Thetrack number in the display will blink while the scanfunction is enabled. When the end of the disc isreached, the player will continue to scan from thefirst track forward.


Scan function in MP3 flat file modeThe scan function in MP3 flat file mode allows youto briefly audition all tracks on the MP3 disc.

Press SCN to engagescan mode and to heara brief sampling of alltracks on the MP3 disc.The track number in the display will blink while the


32

scan function is enabled. When the end of the disc isreached, the player will continue to scan from thefirst track forward.


Scan function in MP3 directory mode

The scan function in MP3 directory mode allows youto briefly audition all tracks within the currentdirectory on the MP3 disc.

Press SCN to engagescan mode and to heara brief sampling of alltracks in the currentdirectory. The track number in the display will blinkwhile the scan function is enabled. When the lasttrack is reached, the player will continue to scanfrom the first track in the current directory forward.


To scan tracks in another directory, press oron the TUNE DIR control to select the desireddirectory. The scan function will be disabled whenyou change directories.

Press the SCN control again to enable the scanfunction for the selected directory.

Radio station memory preset

The radio is equipped with six station memorypreset controls. These controls can be used to selectup to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations(six in FM1 and six in FM2).


33

Setting memory preset stations1. Select the frequencyband with the AM/FMselect control.

2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seekfunction for more information on selecting a station.

3. Press and hold a memory preset control until thesound returns, indicating the station is held inmemory on the control you selected.

Accessing memory preset stations1. Select the desiredfrequency band withthe AM/FM selectcontrol.

2. Press the preset control which contains thedesired station frequency. The desired station willbegin to play.

Setting the clockTo set the hour, pressand hold the CLKcontrol whileperforming thefollowing functions:


34

• Press on theSEEK control todecrease the hours.

• Press on theSEEK control toincrease the hours.

To set the minutes, press and hold the CLK controlwhile performing the following functions:

• Press on theTUNE DIR control todecrease theminutes.

• Press on the TUNE DIR control to increasethe minutes.

Release the CLK control to save the clock settings.Press the CLK control again to return the display toradio mode.

Tune adjust

The tune adjust control works in radio mode.


• Press to move tothe next frequencydown the band. Holdfor quick movement through the frequencies.

• Press to move to the next frequency up theband. Hold for quick movement through thefrequencies. When the top of the band is reached,the tuner will continue to select from the lowestfrequency upward.

When a radio frequency is in tune, the ST icon willappear in the display for stereo broadcasts.

CD selectThe CD select function allows you to play CDs.


35

Playing a CD• If a CD is already

loaded, press the CDcontrol. CD play willbegin where itstopped last.

• If a CD is not already loaded, insert the CD intothe system. CD will briefly appear in the displayand then the first track on the disc will beginplaying.

Playing an MP3 disc in MP3 flat file mode andMP3 directory mode• Insert an MP3 disc into the player. CD and LOAD

will appear in the display. Initialization may takeup to two minutes for discs containing complexfile directories.

• The display will briefly show the total number oftracks on the disc as TXXX (XXX= number oftracks).

• If an MP3 disc isalready present inthe player, press theCD control to beginplay.

• Press the MP3 DIRcontrol to engageMP3 directory mode,if desired. The track number format on thedisplay will change from TXXX (XXX=currenttrack number) to XX-XX (directory —tracknumber).

Note: If the car’s ignition is turned off and on again,play will begin at the beginning of the last songplayed. If the radio was powered off by the VOLcontrol, play will start where it last left off.

• To stop MP3 discplay, eject the discor press the AM/FMcontrol. The playerwill return to radio mode.


36

Selecting a directory in MP3 directory mode

The TUNE DIR control allows you to select adifferent directory to play on the MP3 disc.

• Press on theTUNE DIR control toadvance to the nextdirectory on the MP3 disc. If the current directoryis the last directory on the disc, pressing willselect the first directory on the disc. Press andhold for fast selection.

• Press on TUNE DIR to revert to the previousdirectory on the MP3 disc. If the current directoryis the first directory on the disc, pressing willselect the last directory on the disc. Press andhold for fast selection.

Eject functionPress the control tostop and eject a disc.

If a disc is ejected andnot removed from the player, the player willautomatically reload the disc and return to radiomode. This feature will operate when the ignition ison or off.

RewindThe rewind control works in CD mode. It is notenabled in MP3 flat file mode or MP3 directorymode.

Press and hold therewind control until thedesired selection pointis reached. The displaywill show the elapsed time for each track as youreverse through it. When the beginning of the disc isreached, the first track on the disc will begin to play.

Release the rewind control again to disengagerewind mode.


37

Fast forwardThe fast forward control works in CD mode. It is notenabled in MP3 flat file mode or MP3 directorymode.

Press and hold thecontrol until thedesired selection pointis reached. The display will show the elapsed timefor each track as you fast-forward through it. Whenthe end of the disc is reached, the player willcontinue fast-forwarding from the first track forward.Release the control to disengage fast-forwarding.

Shuffle featureThe shuffle feature works in CD mode, MP3 flat filemode and MP3 directory mode.

Shuffle feature in CD modeThe shuffle feature plays all tracks on the currentdisc in random order.

• Press the SHUFFLEcontrol to engagerandom play. SHFand then ON willbriefly appear in the display. The player will thenbegin random play.

• To select anotherrandom track on thedisc, pressor on the SEEKcontrol.

• Press the SCNcontrol to scanthrough randomtracks. The tracknumber will flash in the display. The shufflefeature will remain enabled.

Press the SHUFFLE control again to disable theshuffle function. SHF and then OFF will brieflyappear in the display.


38

Shuffle feature in MP3 flat file mode

The shuffle feature in MP3 flat file mode allows youto play all the tracks on the MP3 disc in randomorder.

• Press the SHUFFLEcontrol to engagerandom play. SHFand then ON willbriefly appear in the display. The player will thenbegin random play.

• To select anotherrandom track on thedisc, pressor on the SEEKcontrol.

• Press SCN to scanthrough randomtracks. The tracknumber will flash inthe display. The shuffle function will remainenabled.

• Press SHUFFLEagain to disengagethe shuffle feature.SHF and then OFFwill briefly display and the current track willcontinue to play.

Shuffle feature in MP3 directory mode

The shuffle feature in MP3 directory mode allowsyou to play all the tracks in the current directory inrandom order.

• Press the SHUFFLEcontrol to engagerandom play in thecurrent directory.SHF and then ON will briefly appear in thedisplay. The player will then begin random play.


39

• To select anotherrandom track in thecurrent directory,press or onthe SEEK control.

• Press the SCNcontrol to scanthrough randomtracks in the currentdirectory. The track number will flash in thedisplay. The shuffle feature will remain enabled.

To shuffle tracks inanother directory,press or on theTUNE DIR control to select the desired directory.The shuffle function still remains enabled.

Press the SHUFFLE control again to disengage theSHUFFLE feature. SHUF and OFF will brieflydisplay and the current track will continue to play.

Compression featureThe compression feature works in CD, MP3 flat filemode and MP3 directory mode.

Compression adjustbrings soft and loud CDpassages together for amore consistent listening level.

Press the COMP control to activate compressionadjust. The compression icon (c) will illuminate inthe display while the compression function isenabled.

Press the COMP control again to disengage thefeature.

MACHT Track functionThe MACHt track function allows you to quicklysearch through a large number of tracks ordirectories on the MP3 disc. The function works inMP3 flat file mode and MP3 directory mode.


40

Track function in MP3 flat file mode and MP3directory mode• Press the TRACK

control. TRAC willappear in thedisplay.

• Rotate the volumecontrol to advanceor reverse throughthe tracks.

The MP3 icon will blink in the display while theMACHt track function is enabled.

When the desired track is reached, the selectedtrack will begin play after a two second delay.

To disengage the MACHt track function, press theTRACK control again.

Repeat track functionThis function works in MP3 flat file mode or MP3directory mode and allows you repeat the currenttrack on the MP3 disc.

Repeat track function in MP3 flat file mode andMP3 directory mode.Press the REPEATcontrol to repeat thecurrent track. Therepeat icon will displayand the current track will continue to repeat untilthe repeat function is disengaged.

Press the REPEAT control again to disengage thefeature.


41

Error messages

You may experience an error message for thefollowing situations:

• NO DISC when the CD control is pressed andthere is not a CD present.

• DISC ERR when there is a damaged or unreadabledisc. Such as, data discs containing no .mp3 files,or for data discs containing more than 255 files ordirectories.

• CD ERR for any other disc malfunction.

Saving and naming MP3 files

• Your MACHt MP3 music system supports discscontaining up to 255 files in 255 directories. Discscontaining more than 255 files will not play.

• Always save MP3 files with the .mp3 extension.The player recognizes an MP3 file by the .mp3extension, so MP3 files saved with differentextensions will not be played. Never save anon-MP3 file with the .mp3 extension as thefile will not play properly and damage mayoccur to the player or your sound system.

• The player supports multi session discs. However,be sure to import the previous session of the discbefore you add new files. If you do not import theprevious session, only the last session will beplayed.

• When burning a disc, ensure that youclose/finalize the disc before playback, or the discmay not play properly or an error message mayappear.

• The player supports DAM (Digital AutomaticMusic) discs.


42

MACHT 460 SOUND SYSTEM RADIO(CD CHANGER COMPATIBLE)

MACHT 1000 SOUND SYSTEM RADIO(CD CHANGER COMPATIBLE)

MACH 1000T AUDIO SYSTEMYour vehicle may be equipped with the MACH1000t audio system. This system is equipped with arack of amplifiers in the trunk of the vehicle. Do notstore or rest items on the amplifier rack, as thiscould cause damage to the amplifiers and void yourwarranty.

The MACH 1000t audio system is capable ofproducing very high sound pressure levels. For your

LOAD EJ

SHUF DSPMUTE

SEL

BALBASS

FADETREB

SCAN

PUSH ON

CD 1 2 3 4 5 6 MENUAMFM

SEEK REW FFDISCTUNE


43

listening comfort and protection, it is notrecommended to listen to the MACH 1000t audiosystem at high volume levels for extended periods oftime.

Volume/power controlPress the control toturn the audio systemon or off. Turn thecontrol to raise orlower volume.


Speed sensitive volume

With this feature, radio volume changesautomatically and slightly with vehicle speed tocompensate for road and wind noise.

The recommended level for speed sensitive volumeis from level 1 through level 3. Level 0 turns thespeed sensitive volume off and level 7 is themaximum setting.

To engage the speedsensitive volumefeature, press and holdthe volume control forfive seconds (with the radio on), then press:

• to increasevolumecompensation.

• to decrease orshut off the volumecompensation.

The selected level will appear in the display.

PUSH ON

PUSH ON

SEL


44

Bass adjustThe bass adjust controlallows you to increaseor decrease the audiosystem’s bass output.Press the BASS control. Use the SEL control toincrease or decrease the amount of bass.

Treble adjustThe treble adjustcontrol allows you toincrease or decreasethe audio system’streble output.Press the TREB control. Use the SEL control toincrease or decrease the amount of treble.

Speaker balance adjustSpeaker sounddistribution can beadjusted between theright and left speakers.Press the BAL control. Use the SEL control to adjustthe sound between the left and right speakers.

Speaker fade adjustSpeaker sound can beadjusted between thefront and rearspeakers.Press the FADE control. Use the SEL control toadjust the sound between the front and rearspeakers.

MACH mode (if equipped)MACH mode is available with the MACH 1000 SoundSystem. This mode allows you to toggle betweenoccupancy modes (DRIVER SEAT, ALL SEATS) andMACH 1000 mode. MACH 1000 mode engages theextra speakers and amplifiers that are included inthis package.

SEL

BASS

TREB

+

SEL

BASS

TREB

+

BAL

FADE

SEL+

BAL

FADE

SEL+


45

Press the MACH controlto toggle betweenoccupancy modes.

Seek functionThe seek function works in radio or CD mode.


• Press to find thenext listenablestation down thefrequency band. SEEK DOWN will display.

• Press to find the next listenable station upthe frequency band. SEEK UP will display.

Seek function in CD mode

• Press to seek tothe previous track ofthe current disc. Ifthe beginning of the disc is reached, the CDplayer seeks to the beginning of the last track onthe current disc and begins playing.

• Press to seek forward to the next track of thecurrent disc. After the last track has beencompleted, the first track of the current disc willautomatically replay.

Scan functionThe scan function worksin radio or CD mode.

Scan function in radio modePress the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling ofall listenable stations on the frequency band. Pressthe SCAN control again to stop the scan mode.

Scan function in CD modePress the SCAN control to hear a short sampling ofall selections on the CD. (The CD scans in a forwarddirection, wrapping back to the first track at the endof the CD.) To stop on a particular selection, pressthe control again.


46

AM/FM selectThe AM/FM selectcontrol works in radioand CD modes.

AM/FM select in radio modeThis control allows you to select AM or FMfrequency bands. Press the control to switchbetween AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations.AM/FM select in CD modePress this control to stop CD play and begin radioplay.

Radio station memory presetThe radio is equipped with six station memorypreset controls. These controls can be used to selectup to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations(six in FM1 and six in FM2).Setting memory preset stations1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM selectcontrol. Press the AM/FM control to toggle betweenAM, FM1, or FM2.2. Press the SEEK control to access the nextlistenable station up or down the frequency band.Press the TUNE control to go up or down thelistening band in individual increments.3. Select a station. Refer to Seek function for moreinformation on selecting a station.4. Press and hold a memory preset control. Theplaying media will mute momentarily. When thesound returns, the station is held in memory on thecontrol you selected. The display will read SAVED.

AutostoreAutostore allows you to set the strongest local radiostations without losing your original manually set

CDAMFM


47

preset stations. This feature is helpful on trips whenyou travel between cities with different radiostations.

Starting autostore1. Press and momentarily hold the AM/FM control.

2. AUTOSET will flashin the display as thefrequency band isscrolled through.

3. When the six strongest stations are filled, thestation stored in memory preset control 1 will startplaying.

If there are fewer than six strong stations availableon the frequency band, the remaining memorypreset controls will all store the last strong stationavailable.

To deactivate autoset and return to your audiosystem’s manually set memory stations, press theAM/FM control again.

Setting the clockPress the MENUcontrol until SELECTHOUR or SELECTMINUTE is displayed. (The menu mode must beengaged to enable clock mode).

Use the SEL control tomanually set the time.

• Press toincreasehours/minutes.

• Press to decrease hours/minutes.

Press the MENU control again to disengage theclock mode.

Tune/disc adjustThe tune control works in radio or CD mode.

CDAMFM

SEL


48


• Press to move tothe next frequencydown the band(whether or not a listenable station is locatedthere). Hold the control to move through thefrequencies quickly.

• Press to move to the next frequency up theband (whether or not a listenable station islocated there). Hold for quick movement.

Disc adjust for CD mode

• Press to selectthe previous disc.(Play will begin onthe first track of the disc unless shuffle mode isengaged.) Refer to Shuffle feature for moreinformation. Hold the control to continuereversing through the discs.

• Press to select the next disc. Hold the controlto fast-forward through the remaining discs.

CD selectCD mode may beentered by pressing theCD control and theLOAD control. Load the CD into the audio system.The first track of the disc will begin playing. Afterthat, CD play will begin where it stopped last.

If an alternative CD is desired, press thecorresponding preset control (1–6) of a loaded CD,or press the TUNE control to access the otherloaded CDs.

NO CD will display if the CD control is activatedwhen there is not a CD present in the audio system.

NO CD will illuminate in the display if the CDcontrol and a present number (that is currentlyempty) are pressed. The system will play the nextavailable disc.

DISCTUNE

DISCTUNE

CDAMFM


49

If your vehicle is equipped with a CD changer,pressing the CD control again will allow you totoggle between accessing the multi disc system andthe CD changer. The display will read CD or CDDJ.

Display descriptionSix circles are always lit in the digital display. Thesesignify the six CD slots in the audio system. When adisc is loaded into a particular slot (1–6), thenumber inside that specific circle lights. If the circleis empty, there is no CD in that particular slot.

RewindThe rewind controlworks in CD modes.

Press and hold theREW control until the desired selection is reached. Ifthe beginning of the disc is reached, the CD willbegin play at the first track. Release the control todisengage rewind mode.

When in rewind mode, your audio system willautomatically lower the volume level of the playingmedia.

Fast forwardThe fast forwardcontrol works in CDmodes.

Press and hold the FF control until the desiredselection is reached. If the end of the disc isreached, the CD will return to the first track.Release the control to disengage fast forward mode.

When in fast forward mode, your audio system willautomatically lower the volume level of the playingmedia.

REW FF

REW FF


50

LoadThe load feature allowsyou to load single CDsinto the player internalto the radio.

This six disc CD player is equipped with a CD

door. Compact discs should only be inserted

into the player after the CD door has been

opened by the player. Do not attempt to force

the door open. Compact discs should only be

loaded by pressing the LOAD control.

Press the LOAD control. (You can choose which slotwill be loaded by pressing the desired presetnumber. If you do not choose a slot, the system willchoose the next available one.) Wait until the CDdoor opens. Load the CD into the player. LOADINGCD# is displayed. When the CD has been loaded, thedoor will close and the CD will begin to play. Forexample, to load a CD into slot 2, press the LOADcontrol and then press preset 2.

Auto loadThis feature allows youto autoload up to 6discs into the multidisc CD player internal to the radio.

Press and hold the LOAD control until AUTOLOAD# is displayed. The CD door will open. Load thedesired discs, one at a time. The CD is loaded intoposition and the audio system will display CD#. Eachtime the CD door opens, INSERT CD# is displayed.The door will close and the player will move to thenext slot after each disc has been loaded. Theprocess is repeated until all 6 slots are full. Theaudio system plays the last CD loaded and thedisplay is updated. If some slots are already full andautoload is activated, the system will fill all emptyslots.

LOAD

LOAD


51

EjectPress the EJ control tostop and eject a CD.You can choose whichCD will be ejected by pressing the EJ control andthe desired preset number (1–6). For example, toeject CD 2, press the EJ control and then press thepreset 2 control. If you do not choose a specific CD,the player will eject the current CD.

If a CD is ejected and not removed from the door ofthe CD player, the player will automatically reloadthe CD. This feature may be used when the ignitionis ON or OFF.

Auto ejectPress and momentarilyhold the EJ control toengage auto eject. AllCDs which are present in the player will be ejectedone at a time. If a CD is ejected and not removedfrom the door of the CD player, the player willautomatically reload the CD. This feature may beused when the ignition is ON or OFF.

Shuffle featurePress the SHUF controluntil the desiredshuffle mode isdisplayed. The audio system will then engage thedesired shuffle mode.

When engaged, the shuffle feature has two differentmodes: SHUFFLE DISC and SHUFFLE TRK.

SHUFFLE DISC randomly plays tracks from all thediscs presently in the audio system.

SHUFFLE TRK plays all the tracks on the currentdisc in random order.

EJ

EJ


52

Compression feature (if equipped)The compressionfeature operates in CDmode and brings softand loud CD passagestogether for a moreconsistent listening level.

On Audiophile audios, press the MENU control untilcompression status is displayed. Press the SELcontrol to enable the compression feature whenCOMP OFF is displayed. Press the SEL control againto disable the feature when COMP ON is displayed.

On Premium audios,press the COMPcontrol until COMP ONis displayed.

Menu modeThe MENU controlallows you to accessmany different featureswithin your audio system. There are three sets ofmenus available depending upon which mode orfeature is activated.

While in FM mode, two menus are available. If RDSis turned OFF, you can access the following:

• SELECT HOURS — Refer to Setting the clock.

• SELECT MINUTES — Refer to Setting the clock.

• RDS OFF — Refer to Radio data system feature.

If RDS is turned ON, you can access the following:

• TRAFFIC ON/OFF-Refer to Trafficannouncements.

• FIND type-Refer to Program type.

• SHOW (NAME, TYPE, NONE)- Refer to Radiodata system feature.

• RDS ON— Refer to Radio data system feature.

SEL+MENU


53

• SELECT HOURS — Refer to Setting the clock.

• SELECT MINUTES —Refer to Setting the clock.

When in CD mode, you can access: SELECT HOURS,SELECT MINUTES or COMP ON/OFF.

SELECT HOURS, SELECT MINUTES— Allows youto adjust the hours and minutes. Refer to Settingthe clock.

TRAFFIC ON/OFF— Traffic announcements can beprogrammed as local or distant. Refer to Trafficannouncements.

RDS ON/OFF— This feature allows your audiosystem to receive text information fromRDS-equipped FM radio stations. Refer to RadioData System feature.

FIND type — Allows you to select your desired FMprogram type and search for that selection.

SHOW — Allows you to select from NAME (displaysthe name of the radio station), TYPE (displays theRDS program type: rock, jazz, etc.), or NONE(deactivates the RDS display).

Radio data system (RDS) featureThis feature allowsyour audio system toreceive textinformation fromRDS-equipped FMradio stations.

To activate RDS:

• When in FM mode, press the MENU control untilRDS OFF displays.

• Press the SEL control to engage this feature(RDS ON).

SEL+MENU


54

RDS features:

Once the RDS feature is on, press the MENU controlto scroll through the following selections:

Traffic announcementsThis feature allows you to hear trafficannouncements while in CD mode. Theseannouncements are broadcast by traffic capable RDSstations.

When in this mode, traffic announcements willinterrupt radio and CD play.

• Press the MENU control until TRAFFIC isdisplayed.

• Press the SEL control to engage the feature. Thedisplay will read TRAFFIC ON.

This feature also allows you to control the volume oftraffic announcements. With the display readingTRAFFIC ON, adjust the volume using the volumecontrol to the desired level. The volume level willshow at the bottom of the display. Interruptingtraffic announcements will be at the selected volumelevel.

To disengage the feature, press the MENU controluntil TRAFFIC ON displays. Press the SEL control.The display will read TRAFFIC OFF.

Traffic announcements are not available inmost U.S. markets.

Program typeThis feature allows you to search for RDS stationsselectively by their program type.

Press the MENUcontrol until FINDprogram type isdisplayed.

SEL+MENU


55

Use the SEL control to select the program type.With the feature on, use the SEEK or SCAN controlto find the desired program type from the followingselections:• Classic• Country• Info• Jazz• Oldies

• R & B• Religious• Rock• Soft• Top 40

ShowThis feature allows youto select the type ofRDS broadcastinformation the radiowill regularly show inthe display.

With RDS activated,press the MENUcontrol until SHOW isdisplayed.

Use the SEL control to select TYPE (displays theRDS program type: rock, jazz, etc), NAME (displaysthe name of the radio station) or NONE (deactivatesthe RDS display).

Digital signal processing

The digital signal processing (DSP) feature allowsyou to change the signal mode to suit your listeningtastes.

Press the DSP controlto access the DSPmenu.

SEL+MENU

SEL+MENU

DSP SEL+


56

Use the SEL control to select the desired signalmode (the selected mode will appear in the display).The following can be selected:

• DSPOFF—disengagesthe feature

• STADIUM—outdoorstadium with a capacity of about 30 000

• CHURCH—church with a high vault

• HALL—rectangular concert hall capacity of about2 000

• JAZZ CLUB—jazz club with clearly reflectedsounds

• NEWS—”voice-only” type of sound with a limitedaudio band

Press the DSP control again to access the occupancymodes. Use the SEL control to optimize the soundbased upon the occupants in the vehicle.

The following occupancy modes can be selected forthe MACH 460 Sound System:

• ALL SEATS

• DRIVER SEAT

• REAR SEATS

The following occupancy modes can be selected forthe MACH 1000 Sound System:

• ALL SEATS

• DRIVER SEAT

• MACH 1000

MACH 1000 mode raises the bass response of thetrunk mounted subwoofers.

Mute modePress the control tomute the playingmedia. Press thecontrol again to return to the playing media.

SEL


57

CD CARECD units are designed to play commerciallypressed 12cm audio compact discs only. Due totechnical incompatibility, certain recordableand re-recordable compact discs may notfunction correctly when used in Ford CDplayers. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with ascratch protection film attached, and CDs withhomemade paper (adhesive) labels should notbe inserted into the CD player. The label maypeel and cause the CD to become jammed. It isrecommended that homemade CDs be identifiedwith permanent marker rather than adhesivelabels. Please contact your dealer for furtherinformation.

TROUBLESHOOTING THE CD PLAYER(IF EQUIPPED)

The laser beam used in the compact discplayer is harmful to the eyes. Do not

attempt to disassemble the case.

If sound skips:

• You may be traveling on a rough road, playingbadly scratched discs or the disc may be dirty.Skipping will not scratch the discs or damage theplayer.

If your changer does not work, it may be that:

• A disc is already loaded where you want to inserta disc.

• The disc is inserted with the label surfacedownward.

• The disc is dusty or defective.

• The player’s internal temperature is above 60°C(140°F). Allow the player to cool down beforeoperating.

• A disc with format and dimensions not withinindustry standards is inserted.


58

MP3 DISC QUALITY FACTORSThe MACHt MP3 music system is designed for usewith CD-DA (regular audio discs), CD-R and CD-RWdiscs. Discs must comply with ISO 9660 and Jolietstandards.

Several factors can effect disc playback quality:

• Disc capacity — Each disc contains about 650 MBof storage capacity. We do not recommend usinghigh capacity discs containing 700MB of storage.

• Disc type — Some CD-RW discs may operateinconsistently and may cause an error message toappear. We recommend burning MP3 files ontoCD-R discs.

• Disc finalization — The disc may be left open forthe purpose of adding sessions to it at a latertime, but be sure to close each session or the discwill not play.

• Bit rate — The player supports bit rates from56–320 kbps, as well as variable bit rate MP3 files,but lower bit rates will have a noticeable effect onsound quality and are recommended only forspeech or low fidelity music material. Werecommend that you encode MP3 files using ahigh quality encoder.

• PC configuration — Encoding MP3 files requiresintensive use of your computer’s resources. Followthe PC configuration recommendations of theencoder software vendor. We recommend that youavoid running other software applications on yourPC during MP3 encoding to avoid undesirablenoise and distortion.

CLEANING COMPACT DISCSInspect all discs for contamination before playing. Ifnecessary, clean discs only with an approved CDcleaner and wipe from the center out to the edge.Do not use circular motion.


59

CD, MP3 AND CD PLAYER CARE• Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the

playing surface.

• Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heatsources for extended periods of time.

• Do not insert more than one disc into the slot ofthe CD player (if equipped).

• Always store discs out of direct sunlight.Excessive heat may damage or warp discs.

• Use care when handling and playing CD-R andCD-RW discs, which are more susceptible todamage from heat, light and stress than areregular CDs.

• Always insert and remove a disc by holding thedisc flat, with the playing surface facing down, inorder to prevent damage to the disc or the player.

• Never insert any object other than a compact discinto the player, as doing so may damage theplayer and may cause injury to you.

• Do not disassemble the player. The laser used indisc playback is extremely harmful to the eyes.

CLEANING CASSETTE PLAYER (IF EQUIPPED)Clean the tape player head with a cassette cleaningcartridge after 10 to 12 hours of play in order tomaintain the best sound and operation.


60

CASSETTE AND CASSETTE PLAYER CARE• Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or

less.

• Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight, highhumidity, extreme heat or extreme cold. Allowtapes that may have been exposed to extremetemperatures to reach a moderate temperaturebefore playing.

• Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger orpencil into the hole and turning the hub.

• Remove loose labels before inserting tapes.

• Do not leave tapes in the cassette player for along time when not being played.

RADIO FREQUENCY INFORMATIONThe Federal Communications Commission (FCC)and the Canadian Radio and TelecommunicationsCommission(CRTC) establish the frequencies AMand FM stations may use for their broadcasts.Allowable frequencies are:

AM 530, 540–1600, 1610 kHz

FM 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz

Not all frequencies are used in a given area.


61

RADIO RECEPTION FACTORSThree factors can affect radio reception:

• Distance/strength. The further an FM signaltravels, the weaker it is. The listenable range ofthe average FM station is approximately 40 km(24 miles). This range can be affected by “signalmodulation.” Signal modulation is a process radiostations use to increase their strength/volumerelative to other stations.

• Terrain. Hills, mountains and tall buildingsbetween your vehicle’s antenna and the radiostation signal can cause FM reception problems.Static can be caused on AM stations by powerlines, electric fences, traffic lights andthunderstorms. Moving away from an interferingstructure (out of its “shadow”) returns yourreception to normal.

• Station overload. Weak signals are sometimescaptured by stronger signals when you pass abroadcast tower. A stronger signal maytemporarily overtake a weaker signal and playwhile the weak station frequency is displayed.

The audio system automatically switches to singlechannel reception if it will improve the reception ofa station normally received in stereo.

AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTIES AND SERVICERefer to the Warranty Guide for audio systemwarranty information.

If service is necessary, see your dealer or a qualifiedtechnician.


62

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONINGSYSTEM

Fan speed control

Controls the volume ofair circulated in thevehicle.

Temperature control knobControls thetemperature of theairflow inside thevehicle.

Mode selector controlControls the directionof the airflow to theinside of the vehicle.

• MAX A/C – Distributes recirculated air throughthe instrument panel registers. The A/Ccompressor will only function if the outsidetemperature is above approximately 6°C (43°F).MAX A/C is noisier than A/C, but moreeconomical and efficient. This mode may preventundesirable odors from entering the vehicle.

• A/C – Distributes outside air through theinstrument panel registers. The A/C compressorwill only function if the outside temperature isabove approximately 6°C (43°F) .

MAXA/C

A/C

MAXA/C

A/C

Climate Controls

63

• (Panel) – Distributes outside air through theinstrument panel registers. The air can not becooled below the outside temperature.

• O (Off) – Outside air is shut out and the fan willnot operate. This mode may reduce undesirableodors from entering the vehicle but may increasethe possibility of interior window fogging.

• (Floor) – Distributes outside air through thefloor ducts. The air cannot be cooled below theoutside temperature.

• (Floor and defrost) – Distributes outside airthrough the windshield defroster ducts and thefloor duct and the side window demisters. TheA/C compressor will operate automatically if theoutside temperature is above approximately 6°C(43°F) . The air distributed through the floorducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent tothe windshield defrost ducts and the side windowdemisters.

• (Defrost) – Distributes outside air throughthe windshield defroster ducts and the sidewindow demisters. The A/C compressor willoperate automatically if the outside temperatureis above approximately 6°C (43°F). This mode willclear ice and fog from the windshield.

Since the air conditioner removes moisturefrom the air, it is considered normal operationif water drips on the ground under the airconditioner drain.

Climate Controls

64

Operating tips

• To reduce fogging in humid weather, place theclimate control system in Defrost and RearDefrost mode (if equipped) before driving.

• To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicleunder warm weather conditions, do not drive withthe climate control system in the Off mode.

• To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicleunder cold weather conditions, do not drive withhe climate control system in Max A/C (ifequipped), recirculation mode (if equipped) orOff mode.

• Under normal weather conditions, do not leaveyour vehicle in the Max A/C (if equipped),recirculation mode (if equipped) or Off modewhen turning off the vehicle.

• Under snowy or dirty weather conditions, leaveyour vehicle in the Max A/C (if equipped),recirculation mode (if equipped) or Off modewhen turning off the ignition.

• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the exteriorbase of the windshield.

• To increase the efficiency of the A/C (if equipped),drive with the windows slightly open for two tothree minutes. or until the vehicle has been “airedout”.

• Do not place objects under the front seat or overthe defroster ducts. They may reduce visibility,fall into the ducts, or degrade the performance ofyour climate control system.

Do not place objects on top of theinstrument panel, as these objects may

become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.

Climate Controls

65

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER(IF EQUIPPED)

The rear defrostercontrol is located onthe instrument panel.

Press the rear defrostercontrol to clear therear window of thin iceand fog.

• A small LED will illuminate when the reardefroster is activated.

The ignition must be in the ON position to operatethe rear window defroster.

The defroster turns off automatically after 10minutes or when the ignition is turned to the OFFposition. To manually turn off the defroster before10 minutes have passed, push the control again.

Climate Controls

66

HEADLAMP CONTROL

• Pull the headlampcontrol toward youto the first positionto turn on theparking lamps, taillamps, license platelamps and markerlamps.

• Pull the headlamp control toward you to the outerposition to turn on the headlamps (in addition tothe previous lamps).

Foglamp control (if equipped)

The foglamps can beturned on when theheadlamp control is ineither of the followingpositions:

• Parking lamps

• Low beams

Press the foglamp control to activate the foglamps.

Press the foglamp control again to deactivate thefoglamps.

When the highbeams are activated, the foglamps willnot operate.

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)

Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. Toactivate:

• the ignition must be turned on

• the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parkinglamps position

• the high beam headlamps must be turned off

• the parking brake is released

Lights

67

Always remember to turn on yourheadlamps at dusk or during inclement

weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL)System does not activate your tail lamps andgenerally may not provide adequate lighting duringthese conditions. Failure to activate yourheadlamps under these conditions may result in acollision.

High beams

Push the lever towardthe instrument panel toactivate. Pull the levertowards you todeactivate.

Flash to passPull toward you slightlyto activate and releaseto deactivate.

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL

To adjust thebrightness of theinstrument panel:

• Rotate clockwise/ounterclockwisewhen the headlampcontrol is in theparking lamp or low-beam position.

To turn on the courtesy lamps:• Rotate fully counterclockwise.

AIMING THE HEADLAMPSThe headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimedat the assembly plant.

OFF

HILO

OFF

HILO

Lights

68

If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignmentof your headlamps should be checked by a qualifiedservice technician.

Headlamp vertical aim adjustment

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface approximately7.6 meters (25 feet) from a vertical wall or screendirectly in front of it.

• (1) Eight feet

• (2) Center height of lamp to ground

• (3) Twenty five feet

• (4) Horizontal reference line

2. Measure the height from the center of yourheadlamp to the ground and mark a 2.4 meter(8 foot) horizontal reference line on the vertical wallor screen at this height (a piece of masking tapeworks well). The center of the lamp is marked by a3.0 mm circle on the headlamp lens.

3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate thewall or screen and open the hood.

Lights

69

4. On the wall orscreen you will observea light pattern with flatedges at the top of thebeam pattern. If theflat edges are not atthe horizontalreference line, the beam will need to be adjusted.

5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp,then use a 6 mm allen wrench or screwdriver toadjust the headlamp up or down.

6. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THISVEHICLE AND IS NON-ADJUSTABLE.

7. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL

• Push down toactivate the left turnsignal.

• Push up to activatethe right turn signal.

INTERIOR LAMPS

Map lamps (if equipped)If equipped with aconvertible top themap lamps andcontrols are located onthe rearview mirror.Press the controls onthe bottom of themirror to activate thelamps.

OFF

HILO

Lights

70

BULBSReplacing exterior bulbsCheck the operation of the following lampsfrequently:• Headlamps• Tail lamps• Brakelamps• High-mount brakelamp

• Turn signal lamps

• Backup lamps

• License plate lamp

Do not remove lamp bulbs unless they will bereplaced immediately. If a bulb is removed for anextended period of time, contaminants may enterthe lamp housings and affect performance.

Using the right bulbsReplacement bulbs are specified in the chart below.Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized“D.O.T.” for North America and an “E” for Europe toassure lamp performance, light brightness and patternand safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damagethe lamp assembly or void the lamp assemblywarranty and will provide quality bulb burn time.

Function Trade Number

Tail lamp, brakelamp, turn lamp 3157K

Park lamp, turn lamp, side marker (front) 3157 AK (amber)

Backup lamp 3156K

License plate lamp 168

High-mount brakelamp 906

Headlamps 9007

Luggage compartment lamp 906

Dome lamp 575

Map lamp 575

Visor vanity lamp 74

Glove compartment 194

Rearview mirror map lamps 192

Fog lamp 899

All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.

To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer.

Lights

71

Interior bulbsCheck the operation of the following interior bulbsfrequently:• interior overhead lamp• map lampFor bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualifiedtechnician.

Map lampsFor bulb replacement, see a qualified servicetechnician or your dealer.

Replacing headlamp bulbsTo remove the headlamp bulb:

1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position,then open the hood.

2. At the back of theheadlamp, pull tworetainer pins up torelease the headlampassembly.

3. Pull headlampassembly forwarddisengaging the lampfrom the rear hidden snap retainers to expose theback of the bulb.

4. Disconnect theelectrical connectorfrom the bulb bypulling rearward.

5. Remove the bulbretaining ring byrotating itcounterclockwise(when viewed from therear) to free it from thebulb socket, and slide the ring off the plastic base.Keep the ring to retain the new bulb.

Lights

72

6. Without turning,remove the old bulbfrom the lamp assemblyby gently pulling itstraight out of the lampassembly.To install the new bulb:

Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefullyand keep out of children’s reach. Grasp the

bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch theglass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulbto break the next time the headlamps areoperated.

1. With the flat side of the new bulb’s plastic basefacing upward, insert the glass end of the bulb intothe lamp assembly. You may need to turn the bulbleft or right to align the grooves in the plastic basewith the tabs in the lamp assembly. When thegrooves are aligned, push the bulb into the lampassembly until the plastic base contacts the rear ofthe lamp assembly.

2. Install the bulb retaining ring over the plastic baseuntil it contacts the rear of the socket by rotatingclockwise until you feel a “stop.”

3. Connect the electrical connector into the plasticbase until it snaps, locking it into position.

4. Install the headlamp on vehicle by aligning thelamp with the rear snap retainers, push to seat andsecure with two retainer pins.

5. Turn the headlamps on and make sure they workproperly. If the headlamp was correctly alignedbefore you changed the bulb, you should not need toalign it again.

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFFposition.

2. Open the hood.

Lights

73

3. At the back of theheadlamp, pull tworetainer pins up torelease the headlampassembly.

4. Pull headlampassembly forwarddisengaging the lampfrom the rear snap retainers to expose the back ofthe bulb.

5. Rotate the bulbsocketcounterclockwise andremove from lampassembly.

6. Carefully pull thebulb straight out from the socket and push in thenew bulb.

7. To complete installation, follow the removalprocedure in reverse orer.

Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs1. Open trunk.

2. Inside trunk, locateaccess hole under therear decklid.

3. Remove the bulbsocket by rotating it 45degrees and pulling itout of the lampassembly.

4. Carefully pull bulbstraight out of socket and push in new bulb.

5. To complete installation, follow the removalprocedure in reverse order.

Lights

74

Replacing foglamp bulbsThe halogen bulb contains gas under pressure.The bulb may shatter if the glass envelope isscratched or if the bulb is dropped. Handle thebulb carefully. Grasp the bulb only by its base.Avoid touching the glass envelope.

1. Rotate the foglampbulb counterclockwiseand remove fromfoglamp (the rear sideof the foglamp isshown).

2. Disconnect theelectrical connectorfrom the foglamp bulb.

3. Connect the electrical connector to the newfoglamp bulb.

4. Install the foglamp bulb in foglamp by rotatingclockwise.

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs1. Open trunk andremove bulb socketfrom the trunk lid byturningcounterclockwise.

2. Pull the bulb straightout of the socket.

Install the new bulb in reverse order.

Replacing tail lamp/backup bulbsFor bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualifiedtechnician.

Lights

75

WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS

Rotate the windshieldwiper control to thedesired interval, low orhigh speed position.

The bars of varyinglength are forintermittent wipers. When in this position rotate thecontrol upward for fast intervals and downward forslow intervals.

Push the control onthe end of the stalk toactivate washer. Pushand hold for a longerwash cycle. The washer will automatically shut offafter ten seconds of continuous use.

Mist FunctionTo operate the Mistfunction of thewindshield wipers,push and release thewindshield washer control quickly. The wipers willcycle one or two times.

Windshield wiper bladesCheck the wiper blades for wear at least twice ayear or when they seem less effective. Substancessuch as tree sap and some hot wax treatments usedby commercial car washes reduce the effectivenessof wiper blades.

Checking the wiper bladesIf the wiper blades do not wipe properly, clean boththe windshield and wiper blades using undilutedwindshield wiper solution or a mild detergent. Rinsethoroughly with clean water. To avoid damaging theblades, do not use fuel, kerosene, paint thinner orother solvents.

OFF

HILO

OFF

HILO

OFF

HILO

Driver Controls

76

Changing the wiper blades

To replace the wiper blades:

1. Pull the wiper armaway from thewindshield and lockinto the serviceposition.

2. Turn the blade at anangle from the wiperarm. Push the lock pinmanually to release theblade and pull thewiper blade downtoward the windshieldto remove it from the arm.

3. Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and pressit into place until a click is heard.

TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED)Pull the tilt steeringcontrol toward you tomove the steeringwheel up or down.Hold the control whileadjusting the wheel tothe desired position,then release the controlto lock the steeringwheel in position.

Never adjust the steering wheel when thevehicle is moving.

Driver Controls

77

OVERHEAD STORAGE NET (IF EQUIPPED)

Be sure tosecure objects

when placed in thestorage net in orderto help reduce therisk that they becomeprojectiles in theevent of a collision.

AUXILIARY POWER POINT

The power point is anadditional powersource for electricalaccessories.

Power outlets aredesigned foraccessory plugs only.Do not hang any typeof accessory or accessory bracket from theplug. Improper use of the power outlet cancause damage not covered by your warranty.

A power point is located inside the center consolestorage bin.

POWER WINDOWS

Press and hold the rocker switches to open andclose windows.

• Press the top portionof the rocker switchto close.

Driver Controls

78

• Press the bottomportion of the rockerswitch to open.

Express downTo make the driverwindow open fullywithout holding thewindow control, pressthe bottom portion ofthe driver windowcontrol completelydown and releasequickly. Depress againto stop window operation.

Window lock (if equipped)The window lockfeature allows only thedriver to operate thepower windows.

To lock out all thewindow controls exceptfor the driver’s press the control. Press the controlagain to restore the window controls.

LOCK

Driver Controls

79

POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS(IF EQUIPPED)

To adjust your mirrors:

1. Move the mirrorselector control all theway to the left toadjust the left mirroror all the way to theright to adjust the rightmirror.

2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tiltthe mirror.

3. Return the control to the center position.

SPEED CONTROL

To turn speed control on• Press ON.

Vehicle speed cannotbe controlled until thevehicle is traveling ator above 48 km/h(30 mph).

Do not shift thegearshift lever into N (Neutral) with the speedcontrol on.

Do not use the speed control in heavy trafficor on roads that are winding, slippery, or

unpaved.

OFF

ON

Driver Controls

80

To turn speed control off• Press OFF or

• Turn off the vehicleignition.

Once speed control isswitched off, thepreviously programmedset speed will beerased.

To set a speed• Press SET ACCEL.

For speed control tooperate, the speedcontrol must be ONand the vehiclespeed must begreater than 48 km/h(30 mph).

If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehiclespeed may vary momentarily slower or faster thanthe set speed. This is normal.

Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if itincreases above the set speed on a downhill. If yourvehicle speed is faster than the set speed whiledriving on a downhill, you may want to shift to thenext lower gear or apply the brakes to reduce yourvehicle speed.

If your vehicle slows down more than 16 km/h(10 mph) below your set speed on an uphill, yourspeed control will disengage. This is normal.Pressing RESUME will re-engage it.

Do not use the speed control in heavy trafficor on roads that are winding, slippery, or

unpaved.

OFF

ON

RESUME

SETACCEL

COAST

Driver Controls

81

To set a higher set speed• Press and hold SET

ACCEL. Release thecontrol when thedesired vehiclespeed is reached or

• Press and releaseSET ACCEL tooperate the Tap-Upfunction. Each press will increase the set speedby 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or

• Accelerate with your accelerator pedal. When thedesired vehicle speed is reached, press andrelease SET ACCEL.

You can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at anytime during speed control usage. Releasing theaccelerator pedal will return your vehicle to thepreviously programmed set speed.

To set a lower set speed• Press and hold

COAST. Release thecontrol when thedesired speed isreached or

• Press and releaseCOAST to operatethe Tap-Downfunction. Each press will decrease the set speedby 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or

• Depress the brakepedal. When thedesired vehiclespeed is reached,press SET ACCEL.

RESUME

SETACCEL

COAST

RESUME

SETACCEL

COAST

RESUME

SETACCEL

COAST

Driver Controls

82

To disengage speed control• Depress the brake

pedal or

• Depress the clutchpedal (if equipped).

Disengaging the speedcontrol will not erasethe previouslyprogrammed set speed.

Pressing OFF will erasethe previouslyprogrammed set speed.

To return to a previously set speed• Press RESUME. For

RESUME to operate,the vehicle speedmust be faster than48 km/h (30 mph).

OFF

ON

RESUME

SETACCEL

COAST

Driver Controls

83

OVERDRIVE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

Activating overdrive(Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the

best fuel economy.The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts anddownshifts through all available gears.

Deactivating overdrivePress the TransmissionControl Switch (TCS)located on thegearshift. The O/D OFFindicator light willilluminate on theinstrument cluster. Thetransmission willoperate in all gearsexcept overdrive.

To return to normal overdrive mode, press theTransmission Control Switch again. The O/D OFFindicator light will no longer be illuminated.

When you shut off and re-start your vehicle, thetransmission will automatically return to normal(Overdrive) mode.

For additional information about the gearshift andthe transmission control switch operation refer tothe Automatic Transmission Operation section ofthe Driving chapter.

CENTER CONSOLEYour vehicle may be equipped with a variety ofconsole features. These include:

• Dual cupholders

• Auxiliary power point

• Coin holder slots (if equipped)

• Convertible top control (if equipped)

Driver Controls

84

Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hardobjects can injure you in a collision.

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT(IF EQUIPPED)Position the floor mat sothat the eyelet is over thepointed end of theretention post and rotateforward to lock in. Makesure that the mat does notinterfere with the operationof the accelerator or thebrake pedal. To remove thefloor mat, reverse the installation procedure.

TRUNK REMOTE CONTROLThe remote trunk release control is located in theglove compartment. Press to open trunk.

CONVERTIBLE (IF EQUIPPED)Do not store articles behind rear seat. Articlesstored in the convertible top stowage compartmentmay break the rear glass window when the top islowered.

Lowering the convertible topThe convertible top can be lowered with the sidewindows either up or down.The convertible top will not operate unless theparking brake is engaged. Do not lower the top whilethe vehicle is moving because the top may beseverely damaged. Also, do not lower the top whenthe top material is wet.To lower the convertible top:

1. Bring vehicle to a complete stop. Engage theparking brake. Key must be in the ON position.

2. Check the convertible top stowage compartmentbehind the rear seat to be sure it is empty and readyto receive the top.

Driver Controls

85

3. Unclamp the top from the windshield header atboth the right and left sides by pulling each clamprearward until the hook in the windshield header isfree. The clamps are flush with the header when inthe closed position.

4. Close the windshield header clamps immediatelyafter disengagement, to avoid cutting the topmaterial and to permit installation of the vinyl boot.

5. If the top has notbeen lowered for sometime and sticks to thewindshield header,push the front of thetop up slightly withyour hand to loosen it.

6. Push the convertibletop switch on theconsole in front of thearmrest and hold untilthe top is completelystored.

7. Disengage theparking brake.

Installation of the boot1. Push boot rearwardand engage boot underthe body molding atthe rear and sides.

SE

T PARK BRAKE

Driver Controls

86

2. Fasten snap on bootto quarter trim panelon both sides of thevehicle.

3. Insert boot tongueinto groove located onrear of seat.

4. To remove, unfastenthe snaps and the boottongue.

5. Pull forward and liftoff.

Raising the convertible topThe convertible top will not operate unless theparking brake is engaged. Do not raise the top whilethe vehicle is moving because the top may beseverely damaged.

To raise the convertible top:

1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. Engage theparking brake. Key must be in the ON position.

2. Remove the boot cover and store it in the luggagecompartment.

3. Lower the front and rear side windows.

4. Push the convertible top button, holding it untilthe top unfolds and moves forward toward thewindshield header.

Driver Controls

87

5. Open both top clamps before the top meets thewindshield header

6. Continue to use the top motor to raise the topuntil it has reached the fully closed position flush tothe header.

7. The two pins under the forward edge of the topshould seat themselves in the matching holes in theheader.

8. To fasten both clamps securely, push the clamphandles into the header on the top until they areflush with the header. Pulling down on the header atthe center grip while closing the latches may assistin fastening the clamps.

9. Raise the front and rear side windows.

10. Disengage the parking brake.

Driver Controls

88

KEYS

The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case ofloss, replacement keys are available from yourdealer.

You should always carry a second key with you in asafe place in case you require it in an emergency.

Refer to SecuriLocky Passive Anti-Theft Systemfor more information.

POWER DOOR LOCKSPress U to unlock alldoors and L to lock alldoors.

INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENTRELEASE

Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interiorluggage compartment release handle that provides ameans of escape for children and adults in the eventthey become locked inside the luggagecompartment.

Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with theoperation and location of the release handle.

U L

Locks and Security

89

To open the luggagecompartment door (lid)from within theluggage compartment,pull the illuminated “T”shaped handle andpush up on the trunklid. The handle iscomposed of a materialthat will glow for hoursin darkness followingbrief exposure toambient light.

The “T” shaped handle will be located either on theluggage compartment door (lid) or inside theluggage compartment near the tail lamps.

Keep vehicledoors and

luggage compartmentlocked and keep keysand remotetransmitters out of achild’s reach.Unsupervisedchildren could lockthemselves in anopen trunk and riskinjury. Childrenshould be taught notto play in vehicles.

Locks and Security

90

On hot days, the temperature in the trunkor vehicle interior can rise very quickly.

Exposure of people or animals to these hightemperatures for even a short time can causedeath or serious heat-related injuries, includingbrain damage. Small children are particularly atrisk.

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rulesand with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation issubject to the following two conditions: (1) Thisdevice may not cause harmful interference, and (2)This device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesiredoperation.

Changes or modifications not expresslyapproved by the party responsible forcompliance could void the user’s authority tooperate the equipment.

The remote entry system allows you to:

• lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key

• open the trunk

• activate the panic alarm

• confirms that the vehicle is locked with a short“beep” from the horn.

The remote entry features only operate with theignition in the LOCK position.

If there is any potential remote keyless entryproblem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remoteentry transmitters are brought to the dealership,to aid in troubleshooting.

Locks and Security

91

Unlocking the doors

Press this control tounlock the driver’sdoor. The interiorlamps will illuminate.

With the all-doorremote entry system,press the control asecond time withinthree seconds to unlock the passenger door.

Locking the doors

Press this control tolock all doors.

To confirm all doorsare closed and locked,press the control asecond time withinthree seconds. Thedoors will lock again,the horn will chirp and the lamps will flash.

If any of the doors are ajar, the horn will make twoquick chirps and the chime may sound, remindingyou to properly close all doors.

Sounding a panic alarm

Press this control toactivate the alarm.

To deactivate thealarm, press thecontrol again or turnthe ignition to ACC orON.

Panic alarm will onlyoperate with the ignition in the OFF position.

Locks and Security

92

Opening the trunk

Press the control onceto open the trunk.

Ensure that the trunkis closed and latchedbefore driving yourvehicle. Failure to latchthe trunk may causeobjects to fall out ofthe trunk or block the rear view. This feature willnot work with the transmission out of P (Park) or N(Neutral) if the ignition is in either the ACC or ONposition.

Replacing the batteriesThe transmitter is powered by two coin typethree-volt lithium batteries. Typical operating rangewill allow you to be up to 10 meters (33 feet) awayfrom your vehicle. A decrease in operating range canbe caused by:

• Weather conditions

• Nearby radio towers

• Structures around the vehicle

• Other vehicles parked next to the vehicle

To replace thebatteries:

1. Twist a thin coinbetween the two halvesof the transmitter nearthe key ring. DO NOTTAKE THE FRONTPART OF THETRANSMITTERAPART.

2. Place the positive(+) side of new batteries down. Refer to the diagraminside the transmitter unit.

3. Snap the two halves back together.

Locks and Security

93

Replacement of the battery will not cause theremote transmitter to become deprogrammed fromyour vehicle. The remote transmitter should operatenormally after battery replacement.

Replacing lost transmitters• Take all your

vehicle’s transmittersto your dealer ifservice is required.

• If you purchaseadditionaltransmitters (up tofour may beprogrammed into memory), perform the followingprocedure.

To reprogram the transmitters yourself, place thekey in the ignition and turn from LOCK to OFF andcycle between OFF and ON eight times in rapidsuccession (within 10 seconds) ending in ON. Afterdoors lock/unlock, press any control on alltransmitters (up to four). With each control press ofthe transmitters, the door should cycle (lock/unlock)to confirm programming. When completed, turn theignition to OFF. The door locks should cycle(lock/unlock) one last time to confirm completion ofprogramming.

All transmitters must be programmed at the sametime.

Illuminated entryThe interior lamps illuminate when the remote entrysystem is used to unlock the door(s) or sound thepersonal alarm.

The system automatically turns off after 25 secondsor when the ignition is turned to the START/RUN orACC position. The dome lamp control (if equipped)must not be set to the OFF position for theilluminated entry system to operate.

Locks and Security

94

The inside lights will not turn off if:

• they have been turned on with the dimmercontrol, or

• any door is open.

The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30minutes after the ignition has been turned to theOFF position, 10 minutes after if the door is leftopen, and 30 minutes after if the trunk is left openor the dome lamp control is left on.

SECURILOCKY PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM

SecuriLocky passive anti-theft system is an engineimmobilization system. This system is designed toprevent the engine from being started unless acoded key programmed to your vehicle is used.

The SecuriLocky passive anti-theft system is notcompatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote startsystems. Use of these systems may result in vehiclestarting problems and a loss of security protection.

THEFT INDICATOR

The theft indicator is the flashing red indicatorlocated on top of the instrument panel.

• When the ignition is in the OFF position, theindicator will flash once every 2 seconds toindicate the SecuriLocky system is functioning asa theft deterrent.

• When the ignition is in the ON position, theindicator will glow for 3 seconds to indicatenormal system functionality.

If a problem occurs with the SecuriLocky system,the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily whenthe ignition is in the ON position. If this occurs, thevehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer forservice.

Locks and Security

95

Automatic armingThe vehicle is armedimmediately afterswitching the ignitionto the 3 (OFF)position. The THEFTindicator in theinstrument cluster willflash every twoseconds when the vehicle is armed.

Automatic disarmingSwitching the ignition to the 4 (ON) position with acoded key disarms the vehicle. The THEFTindicator will illuminate for three seconds and thengo out. If the THEFT indicator stays on for anextended period of time or flashes rapidly, have thesystem serviced by your dealership or a qualifiedtechnician.

Key informationYour vehicle is supplied with two coded keys. Onlya coded key will start your vehicle. Spare codedkeys can be purchased from your dealership. Yourdealership can program your key or you can “do ityourself.” Refer to Programming spare keys.

The following items may prevent the vehicle fromstarting:

• Large metallic objects

• Electronic devices on the key chain that can beused to purchase gasoline or similar items

• A second key on the same key ring as the codedkey

If any of these items are present, you need to keepthese objects from touching the coded key whilestarting the engine. These objects and devicescannot damage the coded key, but can cause amomentary “no start” condition if they are too closeto the key during engine start. If a problem occurs,

3

2

1

5

4

Locks and Security

96

turn ignition OFF and restart the engine with allother objects on the key ring held away from theignition key. Check to make sure the coded key isan approved Ford coded key.

If your keys are lost or stolen you will need to dothe following:

• Use your spare key to start the vehicle, or

• Have your vehicle towed to a dealership or alocksmith. The key codes will need to be erasedfrom your vehicle and new key codes will need tobe re-coded.

Replacing coded keys can be very costly and youmay want to store an extra programmed key awayfrom the vehicle in a safe place to prevent anunforeseen inconvenience.

The correct coded key must be used for yourvehicle. The use of the wrong type of coded keymay lead to a “no start” condition.

If an unprogrammed key is used in the ignitionit will cause a “no start” condition.

Programming spare keys

A maximum of eight keys can be coded to yourvehicle. Only SecuriLocky keys can be used. Toprogram a coded key yourself, you will need twopreviously programmed coded keys (keys thatalready operate your vehicle’s engine) and the newunprogrammed key(s) readily accessible for timelyimplementation of each step in the procedure.

If two previously programmed coded keys are notavailable, you must bring your vehicle to yourdealership to have the spare coded key(s)programmed.

Please read and understand the entire procedurebefore you begin.

Locks and Security

97

1. Insert the firstpreviously programmedcoded key into theignition and turn theignition from 3 (OFF)to 4 (ON) (maintainignition in 4 (ON) forat least one second).

2. Turn ignition to 3 (OFF) then 2 (LOCK) andremove the first coded key from the ignition.

3. Within ten seconds of removing the first codedkey, insert the second previously programmedcoded key into the ignition and turn the ignitionfrom 3 (OFF) to 4 (ON) (maintain ignition in 4(ON) for at least one second but no more than tenseconds).

4. Turn the ignition to 3 (OFF) then 2 (LOCK) andremove the second coded key from the ignition.

5. Within 20 seconds of removing the second codedkey, insert the new unprogrammed key (newkey/valet key) into the ignition and turn the ignitionfrom 3 (OFF) to 4 (ON) (maintain ignition in 4(ON) for at least one second). This step willprogram your new key to a coded key.

6. To program additional new unprogrammed key(s),repeat this procedure from step 1.

If successful, the new coded key(s) will start thevehicle’s engine and the theft indicator willilluminate for three seconds and then go out.

If not successful, the new coded key(s) will not startthe vehicle’s engine and the theft indicator will flashon and off and you may repeat steps 1 through 6. Iffailure repeats, bring your vehicle to your dealershipto have the new spare key(s) programmed.

3

2

1

5

4

Locks and Security

98

SEATING

Adjustable head restraints (if equipped)

Your vehicle’s seats may be equipped with headrestraints which are vertically adjustable. Thepurpose of these head restraints is to help limit headmotion in the event of a rear collision. To properlyadjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint sothat it is located directly behind your head or asclose to that position as possible. Refer to thefollowing to raise and lower the head restraints.

The head restraints canbe moved up anddown.

Adjusting the front manual seat

Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatbackwhen the vehicle is moving.

Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacksto reduce the risk of injuring people in a

collision or sudden stop.

Always drive and ride with your seatbackupright and the lap belt snug and low across

the hips.

Reclining the seatback can cause anoccupant to slide under the seat’s safety

belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in theevent of a collision.

Seating and Safety Restraints

99

Lift handle to moveseat forward orbackward.

Pull lever up to adjustseatback.

Using the power lumbar support (if equipped)The power lumbarcontrol is located onthe outboard side ofthe seat.

Press one side of the control to adjust firmness.

Press the other side of the control to adjustsoftness.

Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)

Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatbackwhen the vehicle is moving.

Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacksto avoid injuring people in a collision or

sudden stop.


the hips.


100

Reclining the seatback can cause anoccupant to slide under the seat’s safety

belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in theevent of a collision.

The control is located on the front outboard cornerof the driver’s seat.

Press front to raise orlower the front portionof the seat cushion.

Press rear to raise orlower the rear portionof the seat cushion.

Press the control tomove the seat forward,backward, up or down.

REAR SEATSUse the seatbackrelease to fold the backof the front seatforward for rear seatpassenger entry or exit.This release handle islocated on the lower


101

outboard back of the seat. The seatback locksautomatically when returned to the normal position.The rotating boot on the front seat belt is designedto allow rear seat entry/exit. To enter the rear seat:

1. Remove safety beltfrom safety belt guideon top of front seat.

2. Rotate the safetybelt boot rearward.

3. Enter the rear seat in front of the safety belt.4. Rotate the safety belt boot forward and place thebelt in the belt guide on the seat back to allow useby the front driver/passenger.

2nd seat/split-folding rear seat (if equipped)One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down toprovide additional cargo space.

To lower theseatback(s) from insidethe vehicle, pull tab torelease seat back andthen fold seatbackdown.

When raising the seatback(s), make sure you hearthe seat latch into place.

SAFETY RESTRAINTS

Safety restraints precautions


the hips.


102

To reduce the risk of injury, make surechildren sit where they can be properly

restrained.

Never let a passenger hold a child on his orher lap while the vehicle is moving. The

passenger cannot protect the child from injury in acollision.

All occupants of the vehicle, including thedriver, should always properly wear their

safety belts, even when an air bag (SRS) isprovided.

It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargoarea, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a

collision, people riding in these areas are morelikely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allowpeople to ride in any area of your vehicle that isnot equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sureeveryone in your vehicle is in a seat and using asafety belt properly.

In a rollover crash, an unbelted person issignificantly more likely to die than a person

wearing a safety belt.

Each seating position in your vehicle has aspecific safety belt assembly which is made

up of one buckle and one tongue that are designedto be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt onthe outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulderbelt under the arm. 2) Never swing the safety beltaround your neck over the inside shoulder. 3) Neveruse a single belt for more than one person.


103

Always transport children 12 years old andunder in the back seat and always properly

use appropriate child restraints.

Safety belts and seats can become hot in avehicle that has been closed up in sunny

weather; they could burn a small child. Check seatcovers and buckles before you place a childanywhere near them.

Combination lap and shoulder beltsBefore fastening thesafety belt, make surethe shoulder beltpasses through the beltguide on the top of theseatback.

Coupe shown,convertible is similarand safety belt must also pass through the beltguide.

1. Insert the belttongue into the properbuckle (the buckleclosest to the directionthe tongue is comingfrom) until you hear asnap and feel it latch.Make sure the tongueis securely fastened inthe buckle.


104

2. To unfasten, pushthe release button andremove the tonguefrom the buckle.

The front and rear outboard safety restraints in thevehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. Thefront passenger and rear seat outboard safety beltshave two types of locking modes described below:

Energy Management Feature• This vehicle has a safety belt system with an

energy management feature at the front seatingpositions to help further reduce the risk of injuryin the event of a head-on collision.

• This safety belt system has a retractor assemblythat is designed to pay out webbing in acontrolled manner. This feature is designed tohelp reduce the belt force acting on theoccupant’s chest.

After any vehicle collision, the safety beltsystem at all outboard seating positions

(except driver, which has no “automatic lockingretractor” feature) must be checked by a qualifiedtechnician to verify that the “automatic lockingretractor” feature for child seats is still functioningproperly. In addition, all safety belts should bechecked for proper function.

BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUSTBE REPLACED if the safety belt assembly

“automatic locking retractor” feature or any othersafety belt function is not operating properly whenchecked according to the procedures in WorkshopManual.


105

Failure to replace the Belt and Retractorassembly could increase the risk of injury in

collisions.

Vehicle sensitive mode

The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractormode, allowing free shoulder belt length adjustmentto your movements and locking in response tovehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakessuddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehiclereceives an impact of approximately 8 km/h (5 mph)or more, the combination safety belts will lock tohelp reduce forward movement of the driver andpassengers.

The safety belt system can also be made to lockmanually by quickly pulling on the shoulder belt.

Automatic locking mode

In this mode, the shoulder belt is automaticallypre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove anyslack in the shoulder belt.

The automatic locking mode is not available on thedriver safety belt.

When to use the automatic locking mode

• Any time a child safety seat is installed in apassenger front or outboard rear seating position(if equipped). Children 12 years old and undershould be properly restrained in the rear seatwhenever possible. Refer to Safety Restraints forChildren or Safety Seats for Children later inthis chapter.


106

How to use the automatic locking mode• Buckle the

combination lap andshoulder belt.

• Grasp the shoulderportion and pulldownward until theentire belt isextracted.

• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, youwill hear a clicking sound. This indicates thesafety belt is now in the automatic locking mode.

How to disengage the automatic locking mode

Ford Motor Company recommends that allsafety belt assemblies and attaching

hardware should be inspected by a qualifiedtechnician after any collision. Safety beltassemblies not in use during a collision should alsobe inspected and replaced if either damage orimproper operation is noted.


107

Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt andallow it to retract completely to disengage theautomatic locking mode and activate the vehiclesensitive (emergency) locking mode.

After any vehicle collision, the frontpassenger and rear outboard seat belt

systems must be checked by a qualified technicianto verify that the “automatic locking retractor”feature for child seats is still functioning properly.In addition, all seat belts should be checked forproper function.

BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUSTBE REPLACED if the seat belt assembly

“automatic locking retractor” feature or any otherseat belt function is not operating properly whenchecked according to the procedures in WorkshopManual.

Failure to replace the Belt and Retractorassembly could increase the risk of injury in

collisions.

Safety belt warning light and indicatorchime

The seat belt warning light illuminates in theinstrument cluster and a chime sounds to remindthe occupants to fasten their safety belts.


108

Conditions of operation

If... Then...

The driver’s safety belt isnot buckled before theignition switch is turnedto the ON position...

The safety belt warning lightilluminates1-2 minutes and thewarning chime sounds 4-8seconds.

The driver’s safety belt isbuckled while theindicator light isilluminated and thewarning chime issounding...

The safety belt warning lightand warning chime turn off.

The driver’s safety belt isbuckled before theignition switch is turnedto the ON position...

The safety belt warning lightwill turn on for 3 seconds andthen turn off. The indicatorchime will remain off.

BeltMinder

The BeltMinder feature is a supplemental warning tothe safety belt warning function. This featureprovides additional reminders to the driver that thedriver’s safety belt is unbuckled by intermittentlysounding a chime and illuminating the safety beltwarning lamp in the instrument cluster.

If... Then...

The driver’s safety belt isnot buckledapproximately 5 secondsafter the safety beltwarning light has turnedoff...

The BeltMinder feature isactivated - the safety beltwarning light illuminates andthe warning chime sounds for 6seconds every 30 seconds,repeating for approximately 5minutes or until safety belt isbuckled.

The driver’s safety belt isbuckled while the safetybelt indicator light isilluminated and the safetybelt warning chime issounding...

The BeltMinder feature will notactivate.


109

If... Then...

The driver’s safety belt isbuckled before theignition switch is turnedto the ON position...

The BeltMinder feature will notactivate.

The purpose of the BeltMinder is to remindoccasional wearers to wear safety belts all of thetime.

The following are reasons most often given for notwearing safety belts: (All statistics based on U.S.data)

Reasons given... Consider...

“Crashes are rareevents”

36700 crashes occur every day. Themore we drive, the more we areexposed to “rare” events, even for gooddrivers. 1 in 4 of us will be seriously

injured in a crash during our

lifetime.

“I’m not going far” 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25

miles of home.

“Belts areuncomfortable”

We design our safety belts to enhancecomfort. If you are uncomfortable - trydifferent positions for the safety beltupper anchorage and seatback whichshould be as upright as possible; thiscan improve comfort.

“I was in a hurry” Prime time for an accident.

BeltMinder reminds us to take a fewseconds to buckle up.

“Seat belts don’twork”

Safety belts, when used properly,reduce risk of death to front seatoccupants by 45% in cars, and by 60%

in light trucks.

“Traffic is light” Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in

single-vehicle crashes, many when noother vehicles are around.

“Belts wrinkle myclothes”

Possibly, but a serious crash can domuch more than wrinkle your clothes,particularly if you are unbelted.


110

Reasons given... Consider...

“The people I’mwith don’t wearbelts”

Set the example, teen deaths occur 4times more often in vehicles with TWOor MORE people. Children and youngerbrothers/sisters imitate behavior theysee.

“I have an airbag”

Air bags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to inflate in rear andside crashes or rollovers.

“I’d rather bethrown clear”

Not a good idea. People who areejected are 40 times more likely to

DIE. Safety belts help prevent ejection,WE CAN’T “PICK OUR CRASH”.

Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt toavoid the Belt Minder chime. Sitting on the

safety belt will increase the risk of injury in anaccident. To disable (one-time) or deactivate theBelt Minder feature please follow the directionsstated below.

One time disableAny time the safety belt is buckled and thenunbuckled during an ignition ON cycle, BeltMinderwill be disabled for that ignition cycle only.

Deactivating/activating the BeltMinder featureRead steps 1 - 9 thoroughly before proceedingwith the deactivation/activation programmingprocedure.

The BeltMinder feature can be deactivated/activatedby performing the following procedure:

Before following the procedure, make sure that:

• The parking brake is set.

• The gearshift is in P (Park) (automatictransmission) or the neutral position (manualtransmission).

• The ignition switch is in the OFF position.

• All vehicle doors are closed.


111

• The driver’s safety belt is unbuckled.• The parklamps/headlamps are in OFF position (If

vehicle is equipped with Autolamps, this will notaffect the procedure).

To reduce the risk of injury, do notdeactivate/activate the Belt Minder feature

while driving the vehicle.

BeltMinder activation and deactivationprocedure

1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON)position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE.)2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off.(Approximately 1–2 minutes.)• Steps 3–5 must be completed within 60 seconds

or the procedure will have to be repeated.3. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times,ending with the safety belt unbuckled. This can bedone before or during BeltMinder warning activation.4. Turn on the parklamps/headlamps, turn off theparklamps/headlamps.5. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times,ending with the safety belt unbuckled.• After step 5 the safety belt warning light will be

turned on for three seconds.6. Within seven seconds of the safety belt warninglight turning off, buckle then unbuckle the safetybelt.

• This will disable BeltMinder if it is currentlyenabled, or enable BeltMinder if it is currentlydisabled.

7. Confirmation of disabling BeltMinder is providedby the safety belt warning light flashing four timesper second for three seconds.

8. Confirmation of enabling BeltMinder is providedby:

• The safety belt warning light flashing four timesper second for three seconds.


112

• Followed by three seconds with the safety beltwarning light off.

• Once again, the safety belt warning light will flashfour times per second for three seconds.

9. After receiving confirmation, thedeactivation/activation procedure is complete.

Safety belt extension assemblyIf the safety belt is too short when fully extended,there is a 20 cm (8 inch) safety belt extensionassembly that can be added (part number 611C22).This assembly can be obtained from your dealer atno cost.

Use only extensions manufactured by the samesupplier as the safety belt. Manufactureridentification is located at the end of the webbing onthe label. Also, use the safety belt extension only ifthe safety belt is too short for you when fullyextended.

Do not use extensions to change the fit of theshoulder belt across the torso.

Safety belt maintenanceInspect the safety belt systems periodically to makesure they work properly and are not damaged.Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are nonicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary. All safetybelt assemblies, including retractors, buckles, frontseat belt buckle assemblies, buckle supportassemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulder beltheight adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guideon seatback (if equipped), child safety seat tetherbracket assemblies (if equipped), LATCH child seattether anchors and lower anchors (if equipped), andattaching hardware, should be inspected after acollision. Ford Motor Company recommends that allsafety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in acollision be replaced. However, if the collision wasminor and a qualified technician finds that the beltsdo not show damage and continue to operateproperly, they do not need to be replaced. Safety


113

belt assemblies not in use during a collision shouldalso be inspected and replaced if either damage orimproper operation is noted.

Failure to inspect and if necessary replacethe safety belt assembly under the above

conditions could result in severe personal injuriesin the event of a collision.

Refer to Cleaning and maintaining the safetybelts in the Cleaning chapter.

AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM(SRS)

Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing anddiagnostic module which records information aboutthe air bag and sensor systems. In the event of acollision this module may save information related tothe collision including information about the air bagsystem and impact severity. This information willassist Ford Motor Company in servicing the vehicleand in helping to better understand real worldcollisions and further improve the safety of futurevehicles.


114

Important supplemental restraint system (SRS)precautionsThe supplementalrestraint system isdesigned to work withthe safety belt to helpprotect the driver andright front passengerfrom certain upperbody injuries.

Air bags DO NOTinflate slowly or gentlyand the risk of injuryfrom a deploying air bag is greatest close to the trimcovering the air bag module.

All occupants of the vehicle, including thedriver, should always properly wear their

safety belts, even when an air bag (SRS) isprovided.

Always transport children 12 years old andunder in the back seat and always properly

use appropriate child restraints.

National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration (NHTSA) recommends a

minimum distance of at least 25 cm (10 inches)between an occupant’s chest and the driver air bagmodule.

Never place your arm over the air bagmodule as a deploying air bag can result in

serious arm fractures or other injuries.

Steps you can take to properly position yourselfaway from the air bag:

• Move your seat to the rear as far as you can whilestill reaching the pedals comfortably.


115

• Recline the seat slightly (one or two degrees)from the upright position.

Do not put anything on or over the air bagmodule. Placing objects on or over the air

bag inflation area may cause those objects to bepropelled by the air bag into your face and torsocausing serious injury.

Do not attempt to service, repair, or modifythe air bag supplemental restraint systems

or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercurydealer.

Modifications to the front end of the vehicle,including frame, bumper, front end body

structure and tow hooks may affect theperformance of the air bag sensors increasing therisk of injury. Do not modify the front end of thevehicle.

Children and air bagsFor additionalimportant safetyinformation, read allinformation on safetyrestraints in this guide.

Children must alwaysbe properly restrained.Accident statisticssuggest that childrenare safer whenproperly restrained inthe rear seatingpositions than in the front seating position. Failureto follow these instructions may increase the risk ofinjury in a collision.


116

Air bags can kill or injure a child in a childseat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat

in front of an active air bag. If you must use aforward-facing child seat in the front seat, movethe seat all the way back.

How does the air bag supplemental restraintsystem work?The air bag SRS isdesigned to activatewhen the vehiclesustains longitudinaldeceleration sufficientto cause the sensors toclose an electricalcircuit that initiates airbag inflation.The fact that the air bags did not inflate in acollision does not mean that something is wrongwith the system. Rather, it means the forces werenot of the type sufficient to cause activation. Airbags are designed to inflate in frontal andnear-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, orrear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficientlongitudinal deceleration.

The air bags inflate anddeflate rapidly uponactivation. After air bagdeployment, it isnormal to notice asmoke-like, powderyresidue or smell theburnt propellant. Thismay consist ofcornstarch, talcumpowder (to lubricatethe bag) or sodiumcompounds (e.g., baking soda) that result from thecombustion process that inflates the air bag. Small


117

amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present whichmay irritate the skin and eyes, but none of theresidue is toxic.While the system is designed to help reduce seriousinjuries, contact with a deploying air bag may alsocause abrasions, swelling or temporary hearing loss.Because air bags must inflate rapidly and withconsiderable force, there is the risk of death orserious injuries such as fractures, facial and eyeinjuries or internal injuries, particularly to occupantswho are not properly restrained or are otherwise outof position at the time of air bag deployment. Thus,it is extremely important that occupants be properlyrestrained as far away from the air bag module aspossible while maintaining vehicle control.

The SRS consists of:

• driver and passenger air bag modules (whichinclude the inflators and air bags)

• one or more impact and safing sensors

• a readiness light and tone

• a diagnostic module

• and the electrical wiring which connects thecomponents

The diagnostic module monitors its own internalcircuits and the supplemental air bag electricalsystem warning (including the impact sensors), thesystem wiring, the air bag system readiness light, theair bag back up power and the air bag ignitors.

Several air bag system components get hotafter inflation. Do not touch them after

inflation.

If the air bag has deployed, the air bag willnot function again and must be replaced

immediately. If the air bag is not replaced, theunrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in acollision.


118

Determining if the system is operationalThe SRS uses a readiness light in the instrumentcluster or a tone to indicate the condition of thesystem. Refer to Air bag readiness section in theInstrument cluster chapter. Routine maintenance ofthe air bag is not required.

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one ormore of the following:

• The readiness lightwill either flash orstay lit.

• The readiness light will not illuminate immediatelyafter ignition is turned on.

• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tonepattern will repeat periodically until the problemand/or light are repaired.

If any of these things happen, even intermittently,have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by aqualified technician immediately. Unless serviced,the system may not function properly in the event ofa collision.

Disposal of air bags and air bag equippedvehicles (including pretensioners)For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles,see your local dealership or qualified technician. Airbags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel.

SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDRENSee the following sections for directions on how toproperly use safety restraints for children. Also seeAir bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) inthis chapter for special instructions about using airbags.

Important child restraint precautionsYou are required by law to use safety restraints forchildren in the U.S. and Canada. If small childrenride in your vehicle (generally children who are four

AIRBAG


119

years old or younger and who weigh 18 kg [40 lbs]or less), you must put them in safety seats madeespecially for children. Check your local and state orprovincial laws for specific requirements regardingthe safety of children in your vehicle.

Never let a passenger hold a child on his orher lap while the vehicle is moving. The

passenger cannot protect the child from injury in acollision.

Always follow the instructions and warnings thatcome with any infant or child restraint you mightuse.When possible, always place children under age12 in the rear seat of your vehicle. Accidentstatistics suggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rear seating positions thanin the front seating positions.

Children and safety beltsIf the child is the proper size, restrain the child in asafety seat. Children who are too large for childsafety seats (as specified by your child safety seatmanufacturer) should always wear safety belts.

Follow all the important safety restraint and air bagprecautions that apply to adult passengers in yourvehicle.

If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap andshoulder belt can be positioned so it does not crossor rest in front of the child’s face or neck, the childshould wear the lap and shoulder belt. Moving thechild closer to the center of the vehicle may helpprovide a good shoulder belt fit.

Do not leave children, unreliable adults, orpets unattended in your vehicle.

Child booster seatsChildren outgrow a typical convertible or toddlerseat when they weigh 40 pounds and are around 4


120

years of age. Although the lap/shoulder belt willprovide some protection, these children are still toosmall for lap/shoulder belts to fit properly, whichcould increase the risk of serious injury.

To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belton children who have outgrown child safety seats,Ford Motor Company recommends use of abelt-positioning booster.

Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fitbetter. They lift the child up so that the lap beltrests low across the hips and the knees bendcomfortably. Booster seats also make the shoulderbelt fit better and more comfortably for growingchildren.

When children should use booster seats

Children need to use booster seats from the timethey outgrow the toddler seat until they are bigenough for the vehicle seat and lap/shoulder belt tofit properly. Generally this is when they weigh about80 lbs (about 8 to 12 years old).

Booster seats should be used until you can answerYES to ALL of these questions:

• Can the child sit allthe way back againstthe vehicle seat backwith knees bentcomfortably at theedge of the seatwithout slouching?

• Does the lap belt rest low across the hips?

• Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder andchest?

• Can the child stay seated like this for the wholetrip?


121

Types of booster seatsThere are two types of belt-positioning boosterseats:

• Those that arebackless.

If your backlessbooster seat has aremovable shield,remove the shieldand use thelap/shoulder belt. If aseating position has a low seat back and no headrestraint, a backless booster seat may place yourchild’s head (top of ear level) above the top of theseat. In this case, move the backless booster toanother seating position with a higher seat backand lap/shoulder belts.

• Those with a highback.

If, with a backlessbooster seat, youcannot find a seatingposition thatadequately supportsyour child’s head, ahigh back booster seat would be a better choice.

Both can be used in any vehicle in a seating positionequipped with lap/shoulder belts if your child is over40 lbs.

The shoulder belt should cross the chest, restingsnugly on the center of the shoulder. The lap beltshould rest low and snug across the hips, never uphigh across the stomach.

If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat, placinga rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner underthe booster seat may improve this condition.

The importance of shoulder belts

Using a booster without a shoulder belt increasesthe risk of a child’s head hitting a hard surface in a


122

collision. For this reason, you should never use abooster seat with a lap belt only. It is best to use abooster seat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat-the safest place for children to ride.

Follow all instructions provided by themanufacturer of the booster seat.

Never put the shoulder belt under a child’sarm or behind the back because it

eliminates the protection for the upper part of thebody and may increase the risk of injury or deathin a collision.

Never use pillows, books, or towels to boosta child. They can slide around and increase

the likelihood of injury or death in a collision.

SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN

Child and infant or child safety seatsUse a safety seat that is recommended for the sizeand weight of the child. Carefully follow all of themanufacturer’s instructions with the safety seat you


123

put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use thesafety seat properly, the child may be injured in asudden stop or collision.When installing a child safety seat:

• Review and followthe informationpresented in the Airbag supplementalrestraint system(SRS) section in thischapter.

• Use the correctsafety belt buckle for that seating position (thebuckle closest to the direction the tongue iscoming from).

• Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle untilyou hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure thetongue is securely fastened in the buckle.

• Keep the buckle release button pointing up andaway from the safety seat, with the tonguebetween the child seat and the release button, toprevent accidental unbuckling.

• Place seat back in upright position.

• Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode.Refer to Automatic locking mode (passengerside front and outboard rear seating positions) (ifequipped) section in this chapter.

Ford recommends the use of a child safety seathaving a top tether strap. Install the child safety seatin a seating position which is capable of providing atether anchorage. For more information on toptether straps, refer to Attaching child safety seatswith tether straps. in this chapter.

Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’sinstructions included with the safety seat

you put in your vehicle. If you do not install anduse the safety seat properly, the child may beinjured in a sudden stop or collision.


124

Installing child safety seats in combination lapand shoulder belt seating positionsIf you must use aforward facing childseat in the front seat(reminder - children 12years old and undershould always beproperly restrained inthe rear seat) theshoulder belt mustbe routed throughthe belt guide at thetop of the seatback,refer to SafetyRestraints earlier inthis chapter for routingthrough the belt holder.

Air bags can kill or injure a child in a childseat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat

in front of an active air bag. If you must use aforward-facing child seat in the front seat, movethe seat all the way back.

1. Position the childsafety seat in a seatwith a combination lapand shoulder belt.

Children 12 and under should be properlyrestrained in the rear seat whenever

possible.


125

2. Pull down on theshoulder belt and thengrasp the shoulder beltand lap belt together.

3. While holding theshoulder and lap beltportions together, routethe tongue through thechild seat according tothe child seatmanufacturer’sinstructions. Be surethe belt webbing is nottwisted.

4. Insert the belttongue into the properbuckle (the buckleclosest to the directionthe tongue is comingfrom) for that seatingposition until you heara snap and feel thelatch engage. Makesure the tongue islatched securely bypulling on it.

5. To put the retractorin the automaticlocking mode, grasp theshoulder portion of thebelt and pull downwarduntil all of the belt isextracted and a click isheard.


126

6. Allow the belt to retract. The belt will click as itretracts to indicate it is in the automatic lockingmode.

7. Pull the lap beltportion across the childseat toward the buckleand pull up on theshoulder belt whilepushing down withyour knee on the childseat.

8. Allow the safety belt to retract to remove anyslack in the belt.

9. Before placing thechild in the seat,forcibly move the seatforward and back tomake sure the seat issecurely held in place.To check this, grab theseat at the belt pathand attempt to move itside to side and forward. There should be no morethan one inch of movement for proper installation.

10. Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to makesure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode(you should not be able to pull more belt out). If theretractor is not locked, unbuckle the belt and repeatsteps two through nine.

Check to make sure the child seat is properlysecured before each use.

Attaching child safety seats with tether straps inaddition to the safety belt

Most new forward-facing child safety seats include atether strap which goes over the back of the seatand hooks to an anchoring point. Tether straps areavailable as an accessory for many older safety seats.Contact the manufacturer of your child seat forinformation about ordering a tether strap.


127

The rear seats of your vehicle are equipped withbuilt-in tether strap anchors located behind the seatson the package tray behind the speakers (coupe) oron the lower backside of the seatback (convertible).

The tether anchors in your vehicle are either locatedunder a cover marked with the child tether anchorsymbol (shown with title) or are under a flap in theconvertible top boot.

The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in thefollowing positions (shown from top view):

Attach thetether strap

only to theappropriate tetheranchor as shown.The tether strap maynot work properly ifattached somewhereother than thecorrect tetheranchor.

1. Position the child safety seat on the seat cushion.

2. Route the child safety seat tether strap over theback of the seat.

For vehicles with adjustable head restraints, routethe tether strap under the head restraint andbetween the head restraint posts, otherwise routethe tether strap over the top of the seatback.

3. Locate the correctanchor for the selectedseating position asshown previously.


128

For Coupe only:4. Open the tetheranchor covers.

5. Clip the tether strapto the anchor asshown.

For Convertible only:The tether anchors onthe convertible arelocated on the lowerbackside of theseatback.

4. Access tetheranchors located behindthe seatback and pullaway vinyl flap toexpose anchors.

5. Clip the tether strapto the anchor asshown.


129

If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly, thechild safety seat may not be retained

properly in the event of a collision.

6. Refer to the Installing child safety seats incombination lap and shoulder belt seatingpositions section of this chapter for furtherinstructions to secure the child safety seat.

7. Tighten the child safety seat tether strapaccording to the manufacturer’s instructions.

If the safety seat is not anchored properly,the risk of a child being injured in a collision

greatly increases.

Attaching safety seats with LATCH (LowerAnchors and Tethers for Children) attachments(if equipped)

Some child safety seats have two rigid or webbingmounted attachments that connect to two anchorsat certain seating positions in your vehicle. This typeof child seat eliminates the need to use safety beltsto attach the child seat. For forward-facing childseats, the tether strap must also be attached to theproper tether anchor. See Attaching safety seatswith tether straps in this chapter.


130

Your vehicle has LATCH anchors for child seatinstallation at the seating positions marked with thechild seat symbol.

The center ofthe rear seat is

NOT designed as aseating position. TheLATCH anchors werenot designed to beused with a childseat in the centerposition and there isno tether anchoravailable at thecenter. Putting achild seat in thecenter would alsoblock access to thesafety restraintbuckles. Use as aseating position, withor without a childrestraint, mayincrease the risk ofinjury or death.

Never attach two LATCH child safety seatsto the same anchor. In a crash, one anchor

may not be strong enough to hold two child safetyseat attachments and may break, causing seriousinjury or death.


131

The lower anchors forchild seat installationare located at the rearsection of the rear seatbetween the cushionand seat back. TheLATCH anchors arebelow the locatorsymbols on the seatback. One pair ofanchors are providedfor each rear designated seating position.

Follow the child seat manufacturer’s instructions toproperly install a child seat with LATCHattachments. Two plastic LATCH guides can beobtained at no charge from any Ford or Lincoln-Mercury Dealer. They snap onto the LATCH loweranchors in the seat to help attach a child seat withrigid attachments. The guides hold the seat trimaway to expose the anchor and make it easier toattach some child seats.

Attach LATCH lower attachments of thechild seat only to the anchors shown.

If you install a child seat with rigid LATCHattachments, do not tighten the tether strap enoughto lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushionwhen the child is seated in it. Keep the tether strapjust snug without lifting the front of the child seat.Keeping the child seat just touching the vehicle seatgives the best protection in a severe crash.

Each time you use the safety seat, check that theseat is properly attached to the lower anchors andtether anchor. Try to tilt the child seat from side toside. Also try to tug the seat forward. Check to seeif the anchors hold the seat in place.

If the safety seat is not anchored properly,the risk of a child being injured in a crash

greatly increases.


132

STARTING

Positions of the ignition1. ACCESSORY, allowsthe electricalaccessories such as theradio to operate whilethe engine is notrunning.

2. LOCK, locks thesteering wheel, automatic transmission gearshiftlever and allows key removal. For vehicle equippedwith a manual transmission, you must depress theignition release lever to release the key.

3. OFF, shuts off the engine and all accessorieswithout locking the steering wheel. This positionalso allows the automatic transmission shift lever tobe moved from the P (Park) position without thebrake pedal being depressed.

In the ignition OFF position, the automatictransmission shift lever can be moved from

the P (Park) position without the brake pedaldepressed. To avoid unwanted vehicle movement,always set the parking brake.

4. ON, all electrical circuits operational. Warninglights illuminated. Key position when driving.

5. START, cranks the engine. Release the key assoon as the engine starts.

Preparing to start your vehicleEngine starting is controlled by the powertraincontrol system. This system meets all CanadianInterference-Causing Equipment standardrequirements regulating the impulse electrical fieldstrength of radio noise.

When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressingthe accelerator before or during starting. Only use

3

1

2

5

4

Driving

133

the accelerator when you have difficulty starting theengine. For more information on starting the vehicle,refer to Starting the engine in this chapter.

Extended idling at high engine speeds canproduce very high temperatures in the

engine and exhaust system, creating the risk offire or other damage.

Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle indry grass or other dry ground cover. The

emission system heats up the engine compartmentand exhaust system, which can start a fire.

Do not start your vehicle in a closed garageor in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes

can be toxic. Always open the garage door beforeyou start the engine. See Guarding againstexhaust fumes in this chapter for moreinstructions.

If you smell exhaust fumes inside yourvehicle, have your dealer inspect your

vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smellexhaust fumes.

Important safety precautionsA computer system controls the engine’s idlerevolutions per minute (RPM). When the enginestarts, the idle RPM runs higher than normal inorder to warm the engine. If the engine idle speeddoes not slow down automatically, have the vehiclechecked. Do not allow the vehicle to idle for morethan 10 minutes at high engine RPM.

Before starting the vehicle:

1. Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckledtheir safety belts. For more information on safetybelts and their proper usage, refer to the Seatingand safety restraints chapter.

Driving

134

2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessoriesare off.

If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission:

• Make sure theparking brake is set.

• Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park).

If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission:

• Make sure the parking brake is set.

• Push the clutchpedal to the floor.

3. Turn the key to 4(ON) without turningthe key to 5 (START).

1

2

34

5

Driving

135

Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate orilluminate briefly. If a light fails to illuminate, havethe vehicle serviced.• If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the light

may not illuminate.Starting the engineNote: Whenever you start your vehicle, release thekey as soon as the engine starts. Excessive crankingcould damage the starter.

1. Turn the key to 5(START) withoutpressing theaccelerator pedal andrelease as soon as theengine starts. The keywill return to 4 (ON).

2. If the temperature isabove –12° C (10° F) and the engine does not startwithin five seconds on the first try, turn the key toOFF, wait 10 seconds and try again. If the enginedoes not start in two attempts, press the acceleratorall the way to the floor and hold. Turn the key tothe START position.

P!BRAKE

L

0

0 0 0 0 0 00

C

E F

H L H

10

20

30

20

40

6080 100 120

140

160

180

4050

60 7080

90

100

110

120

4

5

6

7

3

2

1

H

THEFT

RPMX1000

FUEL DOOR

SELECT/RESET

LOWFUEL

O/DOFF

AIRBAG

SERVICEENGINESOON

MPH km/h

ABS

.

CHECKFUELCAP

3

2

1

5

4

Driving

136

3. If the temperature is below -12° C (10° F) andthe engine does not start in 15 seconds on the firsttry, turn the key OFF and wait 10 seconds and tryagain. If the engine does not start in two attempts,press the accelerator pedal all the way to floor andhold. Turn the key to START position.

4. When the engine starts, release the key, thenrelease the accelerator pedal gradually as the enginespeeds up.

5. After idling for a few seconds, apply the brake,shift into gear and drive.

Using the engine block heater (if equipped)An engine block heater warms the engine coolant,which improves starting, warms up the engine fasterand allows the heater-defroster system to respondquickly. Use of an engine block heater is stronglyrecommended if you live in a region wheretemperatures reach -23° C (-10° F) or below.

For best results, plug the heater in at least threehours before starting the vehicle. Using the heaterfor longer than three hours will not harm the engine,so the heater can be plugged in the night beforestarting the vehicle.

To prevent electrical shock, do not use yourheater with ungrounded electrical systems

or two-pronged (cheater) adapters.

Guarding against exhaust fumesAlthough odorless and colorless, carbon monoxide ispresent in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoidits dangerous effects.

If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kindinside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect

and fix your vehicle immediately. Do not drive ifyou smell exhaust fumes. These fumes are harmfuland could kill you.

Driving

137

Have the exhaust and body ventilation systemschecked whenever:• the vehicle is raised for service.• the sound of the exhaust system changes.• the vehicle has been damaged in a collision.

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of itsconstituents, and certain vehicle

components contain or emit chemicals known tothe State of California to cause cancer and birthdefects or other reproductive harm. In addition,certain fluids contained in vehicles and certainproducts of component wear contain or emitchemicals known to the State of California tocause cancer and birth defects or otherreproductive harm.

Important ventilating informationIf the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped inan open area for long periods of time, open thewindows at least 2.5 cm (one inch).

Adjust the heating or air conditioning (if equipped)to bring in fresh air.

Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air inletvents clear of snow, leaves and other debris.

BRAKESYour service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to thescheduled maintenance guide for scheduledmaintenance.

Occasional brake noise is normal and often does notindicate a performance concern with the vehicle’sbrake system. In normal operation, automotive brakesystems may emit occasional or intermittent squealor groan noises when the brakes are applied. Suchnoises are usually heard during the first few brakeapplications in the morning; however, they may beheard at any time while braking and can beaggravated by environmental conditions such as

Driving

138

cold, heat, moisture, road dust, salt or mud. If a“metal-to-metal,” “continuous grinding” or“continuous squeal” sound is present while braking,the brake linings may be worn-out and should beinspected by a qualified service technician.

If you are driving down a long or steep hill,shift to a lower gear. Do not apply your

brakes continuously, as they may overheat andbecome less effective.

Parking brake

Apply the parkingbrake whenever thevehicle is parked. Toset the parking brake,apply the brake pedaland pull the parkingbrake handle up as faras possible.

The BRAKE warninglamp in the instrumentcluster illuminates andremains illuminated(when the ignition is turned ON) until the parkingbrake is released.

Always set the parking brake fully and makesure that the gearshift is securely latched in

P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in 1 (FirstGear) (manual transmission).

The parking brake is not recommended to stop amoving vehicle. However, if the normal brakes fail,the parking brake can be used to stop your vehiclein an emergency. Since the parking brake appliesonly the rear brakes, the vehicle’s stopping distancewill increase greatly and the handling of your vehiclewill be adversely affected.

P!BRAKE

Driving

139

To release the parkingbrake, the brake handlemay need to be pulledup slightly to releasepressure beforepushing in the button.

Push the button on theend of the parkingbrake handle and push the handle down as far aspossible. Driving with the parking brake applied willcause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fueleconomy.

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)On vehicles equipped with an anti-lock brakingsystem (ABS), a noise from the hydraulic pumpmotor and pulsation in the pedal may be observedduring ABS braking events. Pedal pulsation coupledwith noise while braking under panic conditions oron loose gravel, bumps, wet or snowy roads isnormal and indicates proper functioning of thevehicle’s anti-lock brake system. The ABS performs aself-check after you start the engine and begin todrive away. A brief mechanical noise may be heardduring this test. This is normal. If a malfunction isfound, the ABS warning light will come on. If thevehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in thesteering wheel while braking, the vehicle should beinspected by a qualified service technician.

The ABS operates bydetecting the onset ofwheel lockup duringbrake applications andcompensates for thistendency. The wheelsare prevented fromlocking even when the brakes are firmly applied. Theaccompanying illustration depicts the advantage ofan ABS equipped vehicle (on bottom) to a non-ABSequipped vehicle (on top) during hard braking withloss of front braking traction.

Driving

140

ABS warning lamp ABS

The ABS warning lamp in the instrument clustermomentarily illuminates when the ignition is turnedto the ON position. If the light does not illuminatemomentarily at start up, remains on or continues toflash, the ABS needs to be serviced.

With the ABS light on,the anti-lock brakesystem is disabled andnormal braking is stilleffective unless the brake warning light also remainsilluminated with parking brake released. (If yourbrake warning lamp illuminates, have your vehicleserviced immediately.)

Using ABS• In an emergency or when maximum efficiency

from the four-wheel ABS is required, applycontinuous force on the brake. The four wheelABS will be activated immediately, thus allowingyou to retain full steering control of your vehicleand, providing there is sufficient space, willenable you to avoid obstacles and bring thevehicle to a controlled stop.

• The anti-lock system does not reduce stoppingdistance. Always leave enough room between yourvehicle and the vehicle in front of you to stop.

• We recommend that you familiarize yourself withthis braking technique. However, avoid taking anyunnecessary risks.

Hydraulic brake booster system (Hydroboost)The Hydroboost system receives fluid pressure fromthe power steering pump to provide power assistduring braking.

The sound of the pump operating may be heard bythe driver, but this is a normal characteristic of thesystem.

For Hydroboost-equipped vehicles operating undernormal conditions, the noise of the fluid flowing

P!BRAKE

Driving

141

through the booster may be heard whenever thebrake is applied. This condition is normal. Vehicleservice is not required.If braking performance or pedal response becomesvery poor, even when the pedal is stronglydepressed, it may indicate the presence of air in thehydraulic system or leakage of fluid. Stop the vehiclesafely as soon as possible and seek serviceimmediately.

STEERINGYour vehicle is equipped with power steering. Powersteering uses energy from the engine to decreasethe driver’s effort in steering the vehicle.

To prevent damage to the power steering pump:

• Never hold the steering wheel to the extremeright or the extreme left for more than a fewseconds when the engine is running.

• Do not operate the vehicle with the powersteering pump fluid level below the MIN mark onthe reservoir.

If the power steering system breaks down (or if theengine is turned off), you can steer the vehiclemanually, but it takes more effort.

If the steering wanders or pulls, the condition couldbe caused by any of the following:

• Underinflated tire(s) on any wheel(s)

• Uneven vehicle loading

• High crown in center of road

• High crosswinds

• Wheels out of alignment

• Loose or worn suspension components

TRACTION CONTROLY

Your vehicle may be equipped with the optionalTraction Controly system. This system helps youmaintain the stability and steerability of yourvehicle. It is especially useful on slippery road

Driving

142

surfaces. The system operates by detecting andcontrolling wheel spin. The system borrows many ofthe electronic and mechanical elements alreadypresent in the anti-lock braking system (ABS).Wheel-speed sensors allow excess rear wheel spin tobe detected by the Traction Controly portion of theABS computer. Any excessive wheel spin iscontrolled by automatically applying and releasingthe rear brakes in conjunction with engine torquereductions. Engine torque reduction is realized viathe fully electronic spark and fuel injection systems.This process is very sensitive to driving conditionsand very fast acting. The rear wheels “search” foroptimum traction several times a second andadjustments are made accordingly.

The Traction Controly system will allow yourvehicle to make better use of available traction onslippery surfaces. The system is a driver aid whichmakes your vehicle easier to handle primarily onsnow, ice covered and gravel roads.

During TractionControly operation,the traction controlactive light willilluminate, you may hear an electric motor type ofsound coming from the engine compartment and theengine will not “rev-up” when you push further onthe accelerator. This is normal system behavior.

The Traction Controlyon/off switch, locatedbelow the radio,illuminates when thesystem is OFF. TheTraction Controly system will revert to the ONposition every time the ignition is turned OFF andON.

If you should become stuck in snow or ice or on avery slippery road surface, try switching the TractionControly system off. This may allow excess wheelspin to “dig” the vehicle out and enable a successful“rocking” maneuver.

Driving

143

If a system fault is detected the OFF indicator lampon the traction control switch will be illuminated andyour vehicle should be serviced.

TRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED)This axle provides added traction on slipperysurfaces, particularly when one wheel is on a poortraction surface. Under normal conditions, theTraction-Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle.Extended use of other than the manufacturer’sspecified size tires on a Traction-Lok rear axle couldresult in a permanent reduction in effectiveness.This loss of effectiveness does not affect normaldriving and should not be noticeable to the driver.

To reduce the risk of injury, never run theengine with one wheel off the ground, such

as when changing a tire.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION(IF EQUIPPED)

Brake-shift interlockThis vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlockfeature that prevents the gearshift lever from beingmoved from P (Park) when the ignition is in the ONposition unless brake pedal is depressed.If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P(Park) with ignition in the ON position and thebrake pedal depressed:

1. Apply the parking brake, turn ignition key toLOCK, then remove the key.

2. Insert the key and turn it to OFF. Apply thebrake pedal and shift to N (Neutral).

In the ignition OFF position, the automatictransmission shift lever can be moved from

the P (Park) position without the brake pedaldepressed. To avoid unwanted vehicle movement,always set the parking brake.

Driving

144

3. Start the vehicle.

If it is necessary to use the above procedure tomove the gearshift lever, it is possible that a fusehas blown or the vehicle’s brakelamps are notoperating properly. Refer to Fuses and relays in theRoadside emergencies chapter.

Do not drive your vehicle until you verifythat the brakelamps are working.

If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may berocked out by shifting from forward and reversegears, stopping between shifts, in a steady pattern.Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear.

Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not atnormal operating temperature or damage tothe transmission may occur.

Do not rock the vehicle for more than a fewminutes or damage to the transmission andtires may occur or the engine may overheat.

Always set the parking brake fully and makesure the gearshift is latched in P (Park).

Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and removethe key whenever you leave your vehicle.

If the parking brake is fully released, but thebrake warning lamp remains illuminated, the

brakes may not be working properly. See yourdealer or a qualified service technician.

Driving

145

Driving with an automatic overdrivetransmission with console gearshift and O/D offswitchYour automaticoverdrive transmissionprovides fullyautomatic operation ineither D (Overdrive) orwith the O/D OFFswitch depressed.Driving with thegearshift lever in D(Overdrive) gives thebest fuel economy fornormal drivingconditions. For manual control, start in 1 (First) andthen shift manually.

Driving with a 4–speed automatic transmission(if equipped)Use the followingprocedure to put yourvehicle in gear.

1. Start the engine.

2. Depress and holdthe brake pedal.

3. Push and hold thethumb button.

4. Move gearshift leverout of P (Park).

Hold the brake pedal down while you movethe gearshift lever from P (Park) to another

position. If you do not hold the brake pedal down,your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injuresomeone.

Driving

146

Understanding gearshift positions

P (Park)Always come to acomplete stop beforeshifting into P (Park).Make sure the gearshiftlever is securelylatched in P (Park).This position locks thetransmission andprevents the rearwheels from turning.

Always set the parking brake fully and makesure the gearshift lever is latched in P

(Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position andremove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.

R (Reverse)With the gearshift leverin R (Reverse), thevehicle will movebackward. Always cometo a complete stopbefore shifting into andout of R (Reverse).

N (Neutral)With the gearshift leverin N (Neutral), thevehicle can be startedand is free to roll. Holdthe brake pedal downwhile in this gear.

Driving

147

(Overdrive)

The normal drivingposition for the bestfuel economy.Transmission operatesin gears one throughfour.

(Overdrive) can bedeactivated by pressingthe transmissioncontrol switch on thegearshift lever.

The transmissioncontrol indicator light(TCIL) will illuminateon the instrumentcluster.

Drive – Not shown on the display. Activate bypressing the transmission control switch on thegearshift lever with the gearshift in the position.The O/D OFF indicator will illuminate on theinstrument cluster. Transmission operates in gearsone through three. (Drive) provides more enginebraking than (Overdrive) and is useful when:

• driving with a heavy load.

• towing a trailer up or down steep hills.

• additional engine braking is desired. If towing atrailer, refer to Driving while you tow in thischapter.

O/DOFF

Driving

148

To return to (Overdrive) mode, press thetransmission control switch. The O/D OFF indicatorwill no longer be illuminated.

Each time the vehicle is started, the transmissionwill automatically return to normal overdrive mode.

Every time the vehicle is shut off and restarted, youmust press the transmission control switch to canceloverdrive operation if driving in overdrive is notdesired.

2 (Second)Use 2 (Second) tostart-up on slipperyroads or to provideadditional enginebraking on downgrades.Transmission operatesonly in Second gear.

1 (First)Use 1 (Low) to providemaximum enginebraking on steepdowngrades. Upshiftscan be made by shiftingto 2 (Second) or to(Overdrive). Selecting1 (Low) at higherspeeds causes the transmission to shift to a lowergear, and will shift to 1 (Low) after vehicledecelerates to the proper speed.

Forced Downshifts

To gain acceleration in (Overdrive) or Drive(O/D OFF) when passing another vehicle, push theaccelerator to the floor. The transmission willdownshift to the appropriate gear: third, second orfirst gear.

Driving

149

MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION(IF EQUIPPED)Using the clutchVehicles equipped with a manual transmission have astarter interlock that prevents cranking of theengine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed.When starting a vehicle with a manual transmission,you must:

1. Make sure theparking brake is fullyset.

2. Depress the clutchpedal fully.

3. Put the gearshiftlever in neutral.

4. Start the engine andlet it idle for a fewseconds.

5. Depress the brakepedal.

6. Release the parkingbrake.

7. Move the gearshiftlever to the desiredgear.

8. Release the brakepedal.

9. Slowly release theclutch pedal while slowly pressing down on theaccelerator pedal.• Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch

pedal and do not use the clutch to hold yourvehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill.These actions will greatly reduce clutch life.

1

2 4 R

3 5

1

2

34

5

Driving

150

Recommended shift speeds

Do not downshift into 1 (First) when yourvehicle is moving faster then 24 km/h (15 mph).This will damage the clutch.

Upshift according to the following chart:

Upshifts when accelerating

(recommended for best fuel economy)

Shift from:

1 - 2 18 km/h (11 mph)

2 - 3 31 km/h (19 mph)

3 - 4 48 km/h (30 mph)

4 - 5 64 km/h (40 mph)

Parking your vehicle1. Disengage theclutch, apply brakeand shift into Neutral.

2. Set parking brake.

3. Shift into 1 (First).

1

2 4 R

3 5

Driving

151

4. Turn the ignition keyto position 3 (OFF).

Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it maymove unexpectedly and injure someone. Use

1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully.

ReverseYou must be at a complete stop to shift into R(Reverse). You can shift into R (Reverse) only bymoving the gearshift lever through the neutral plane.R (Reverse) can not be engaged directly from 5 (5thgear). This is a feature that protects thetransmission from accidentally shifting into R(Reverse) when you downshift from 5 (Fifth).Make sure that your vehicle is at a completestop before you shift into R (Reverse). Failureto do so may damage the transmission.

To shift into R(Reverse):

1. Bring your vehicle toa complete stop.

2. Hold the brake pedaldown.

3. Hold the clutchpedal down.

4. Move the gearshiftlever all the way to theright and pull it backinto R (Reverse).

5. Release the brakepedal.6. Slowly release the clutch pedal.

3

2

1

5

4

1

2 4 R

3 5

Driving

152

Removing key from ignition• Turn the ignition key

to position 3 (OFF).

• Push the releaselever forward androtate the keytowards you andremove.

DRIVING THROUGH WATERDo not drive quickly through standing water,especially if the depth is unknown. Traction or brakecapability may be limited and if the ignition systemgets wet, your engine may stall. Water may alsoenter your engine’s air intake and severely damageyour engine.

If driving through deep or standing water isunavoidable, proceed very slowly. Never drivethrough water that is higher than the bottom of thehubs (for trucks) or the bottom of the wheel rims(for cars).

Once through the water, always try the brakes. Wetbrakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as drybrakes. Drying can be improved by moving yourvehicle slowly while applying light pressure on thebrake pedal.

Driving through deep water where thetransmission vent tube is submerged may allowwater into the transmission and cause internaltransmission damage. Have the fluid checkedand, if water is found, replace the fluid.

Driving

153

VEHICLE LOADINGBefore loading a vehicle, familiarize yourself with thefollowing terms:• Base Curb Weight: Weight of the vehicle

including any standard equipment, fluids,lubricants, etc. It does not include occupants oraftermarket equipment.

• Payload: Combined maximum allowable weight ofcargo, occupants and optional equipment. Thepayload equals the gross vehicle weight ratingminus base curb weight.

• GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight): Base curb weightplus payload weight. The GVW is not a limit or aspecification.

• GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating):Maximum permissible total weight of the basevehicle, occupants, optional equipment and cargo.The GVWR is specific to each vehicle and is listedon the Safety Certification Label on the driver’sdoor pillar.

• GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating): Carryingcapacity for each axle system. The GAWR isspecific to each vehicle and is listed on the SafetyCertification Label on the driver’s door pillar.

• GCW (Gross Combined Weight): Thecombined weight of the towing vehicle (includingoccupants and cargo) and the loaded trailer.

• GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating):Maximum permissible combined weight of towingvehicle (including occupants and cargo) and theloaded trailer

• Maximum Trailer Weight Rating: Maximumweight of a trailer the vehicle is permitted to tow.The maximum trailer weight rating is determinedby subtracting the vehicle curb weight for eachengine/transmission combination, any requiredoption weight for trailer towing and the weight ofthe driver from the GCWR for the towing vehicle.

• Maximum Trailer Weight: Maximum weight of atrailer the loaded vehicle (including occupants

Driving

154

and cargo) is permitted to tow. It is determinedby subtracting the weight of the loaded trailertowing vehicle from the GCWR for the towingvehicle.

• Trailer Weight Range: Specified weight rangethat the trailer must fall within that ranges fromzero to the maximum trailer weight rating.

Remember to figure in the tongue load of yourloaded trailer when figuring the total weight.

Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWRspecified on the certification label.

Do not use replacement tires with lower loadcarrying capacities than the originals because theymay lower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWRlimitations. Replacement tires with a higher limitthan the originals do not increase the GVWR andGAWR limitations.The Safety Certification Label, found on the driver’sdoor pillar, lists several important vehicle weightrating limitations. Before adding any additionalequipment, refer to these limitations. If you areadding weight to the front of your vehicle,(potentially including weight added to the cab), theweight added should not exceed the front axlereserve capacity (FARC). Additional frontal weightmay be added to the front axle reserve capacityprovided you limit your payload in other ways (i.e.restrict the number of occupants or amount of cargocarried).

Always ensure that the weight of occupants, cargoand equipment being carried is within the weightlimitations that have been established for yourvehicle including both gross vehicle weight and frontand rear gross axle weight rating limits. Under nocircumstance should these limitations be exceeded.

Exceeding any vehicle weight ratinglimitation could result in serious damage to

the vehicle and/or personal injury.

Driving

155

TRAILER TOWINGYour vehicle is not equipped to tow. No towingpackages are available through Ford orLincoln/Mercury dealers.

RECREATIONAL TOWING(ALL WHEELS ON THE GROUND)Follow these guidelines for your specific powertraincombination to tow your vehicle with all four wheelson the ground (such as behind a recreationalvehicle).

These guidelines are designed to ensure that yourtransmission is not damaged due to insufficientlubrication.

All Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) vehicles:

This applies to all cars and 4x2 trucks/sport utilitieswith rear wheel drive capability.

An example of recreational towing is towing yourvehicle behind a motorhome. The followingrecreational towing guidelines are designed toensure that your transmission is not damaged.

• Place the transmission in N (Neutral)

• Maximum speed is 56 km/h (35 mph)

• Maximum distance is 80 km (50 miles)

If a distance of 80 km (50 miles) or a speed of 56km/h (35 mph) must be exceeded, you mustdisconnect the driveshaft. Ford recommends thedriveshaft be removed/installed only by a qualifiedtechnician. See your local dealer for driveshaftremoval/installation.

Improper removal/installation of the driveshaftcan cause transmission fluid loss, damage tothe driveshaft and internal transmissioncomponents.

Driving

156

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCETo fully assist you should you have a vehicleconcern, Ford Motor Company offers acomplimentary roadside assistance program. Thisprogram is separate from the New Vehicle LimitedWarranty. The service is available:• 24–hours, seven days a week• for the New Vehicle Limited Warranty period of

three years or 60,000 km (36,000 miles),whichever occurs first on Ford and Mercuryvehicles, and four years or 80,000 km (50,000miles) on Lincoln vehicles.

Roadside assistance will cover:

• changing a flat tire

• jump-starts

• lock-out assistance

• limited fuel delivery

• towing of your disabled vehicle to the nearestFord Motor Company dealership, or your sellingdealer if within 56.3 km (35 miles) of the nearestFord Motor Company dealership (one tow perdisablement). Even non-warranty related tows,like accidents or getting stuck in the mud orsnow, are covered (some exclusions apply, such asimpound towing or repossession).

Canadian customers refer to your OwnerInformation Guide for information on:

• Coverage period

• Exact fuel amounts

• Towing of your disabled vehicle

• Emergency travel expense reimbursement

• Travel planning benefits

USING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCEComplete the roadside assistance identification cardand place it in your wallet for quick reference. In theUnited States, this card is found in the Owner Guide

Roadside Emergencies

157

portfolio in the glove compartment in Ford vehiclesand is mailed to you if you own a Mercury orLincoln. In Canada, the card is found in the OwnerInformation Guide in the glove compartment.

U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicle customers who requireroadside assistance, call 1–800–241–3673; Lincolnvehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140.

Canadian customers who require roadside assistance,call 1–800–665–2006.

If you need to arrange roadside assistance foryourself, Ford Motor Company will reimburse areasonable amount. To obtain reimbursementinformation, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehiclescustomers call 1-800-241-3673; Lincoln vehiclecustomers call 1–800–521–4140.

Canadian customers who need to obtainreimbursement information, call 1–800–665–2006.

ROADSIDE COVERAGE BEYOND BASICWARRANTY

In the United States, you may purchase additionalroadside assistance coverage beyond this periodthrough the Ford Auto Club by contacting your Fordor Lincoln Mercury dealer.

Similarly in Canada, for uninterrupted RoadsideAssistance coverage, you may purchase extendedcoverage prior to your Basic Warranty’s RoadsideAssistance expiring. For more information andenrollment, contact 1–877–294–2582 or visit ourwebsite at www.ford.ca.

HAZARD FLASHER

Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehiclebreakdown, approaching danger, etc. The hazardflashers can be operated when the ignition is off.


158

• The hazard lightscontrol is located ontop of the steeringcolumn.

• Depress hazardlights control toactivate all hazardflasherssimultaneously.

• Depress control again to turn the flashers off.

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH FUELRESET

The fuel pump shut-off switch is a device intendedto stop the electric fuel pump when your vehicle hasbeen involved in a substantial jolt.After a collision, if the engine cranks but does notstart, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have beenactivated.

The fuel pump shut-offswitch is located on theleft side of the trunkbetween the left reartail light and the trunkliner, and to the left ofthe hole in the trunkliner. If you are unableto access the switchthrough the hole, loosen the trunk liner near theswitch by removing the cargo net hook and pullingthe liner forward to expose the switch.

Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pumpshut-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 pumpshut-off switch by pushing in on the reset button.

4. Turn the ignition to the ON position. Pause for afew seconds and return the key to the OFF position.

5. Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system.


159

FUSES AND RELAYS

FusesIf electricalcomponents in thevehicle are notworking, a fuse mayhave blown. Blownfuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse.Check the appropriate fuses before replacing anyelectrical components.Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has thespecified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higheramperage rating can cause severe wire damage andcould start a fire.Standard fuse amperage rating and color

COLOR

Fuserating

Minifuses

Standardfuses

Maxifuses

Cartridgemaxifuses

Fuselink

cartridge

2A Grey Grey — — —

3A Violet Violet — — —

4A Pink Pink — — —

5A Tan Tan — — —

7.5A Brown Brown — — —

10A Red Red — — —

15A Blue Blue — — —

20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue

25A Natural Natural — — —

30A Green Green Green Pink Pink

40A — — Orange Green Green

50A — — Red Red Red

60A — — Blue — Yellow

70A — — Tan — Brown

80A — — Natural — Black

Passenger compartment fuse panelThe fuse panel is located below and to the left ofthe steering wheel by the brake pedal. Remove thepanel cover to access the fuses.

15


160

To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool providedon the fuse panel cover.

The fuses are coded as follows:

Fuse/Relay

Location

Fuse Amp

Rating

Passenger Compartment Fuse

Panel Description

1 20A Cigar lighter

2 20A Engine controls

3 — Not used

4 10A Right-hand low beam headlamp

5 15A Instrument cluster, Tractioncontrol switch

6 20A Starter motor relay

7 15A GEM, Interior lamps

8 20A Engine controls

9 30A Mach 460 subwoofers

10 10A Left—hand low beam headlamp

11 15A Back-up lamps

12 — Not used

13 15A Electronic flasher

14 — Not used

15 15A Power lumbar

SEE OWNERS MANUAL FOR FUSE INFO

42

1 2 3 4 5

76 8 9 10 11

1312 14 15 16 17

1918 20 21 22 23

2524 26 27 28 29

3130 32 33 34 35

3736 38 39 40 41

4344


161

Fuse/Relay

Location

Fuse Amp

Rating


Panel Description

16 — Not used

17 15A Speed control servo, Shift lockactuator

18 15A Electronic flasher

19 15A Power mirror switch, GEM,Anti-theft relay, Power doorlocks, Door ajar switches

20 15A Convertible top switch

21 5A Instrument cluster and enginecontrol memory

22 — Not used

23 15A A/C clutch, Defogger switch

24 30A Climate control blower motor

25 25A Luggage compartment lid release

26 30A Wiper/Washer motor, Wiperrelays

27 20A Radio

28 15A GEM, Overdrive cancel switch

29 15A Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)module

30 15A Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)module

31 10A Data link connector

32 15A Radio, GEM

33 15A Stop lamp switch, Speed controldeactivation switch

34 20A Instrument Cluster, CCRM, Datalink connector, Securilocktransceiver module

35 15A Shift lock actuator, PowertrainControl Module (PCM), Speedcontrol servo, ABS module

36 15A Air bag control module

37 5A Adjustable illumination

38 20A High beams

39 5A GEM

40 — Not used


162

Fuse/Relay

Location

Fuse Amp

Rating


Panel Description

41 15A Brake lamp

42 — Not used

43 20A CB Power windows

44 — Not used

Power distribution boxThe power distribution box is located in the enginecompartment. The power distribution box containshigh-current fuses that protect your vehicle’s mainelectrical systems from overloads.

Always disconnect the battery beforeservicing high current fuses.

Always replace the cover to the powerdistribution box before reconnecting thebattery or refilling fluid reservoirs

If the battery has been disconnected andreconnected, refer to the Battery section of theMaintenance and specifications chapter.

5R

ELA

Y

4R

ELA

Y

3R

ELA

Y

2R

ELA

Y

1R

ELA

Y

12M

AX

I29

DIO

DE

28 CB

27M

AX

I

26M

AX

I

25M

AX

I

23 MIN

I24 MIN

I

21 MIN

I22 MIN

I19 MIN

I

17 MIN

I18 MIN

I

15 MIN

I

13 MIN

I14 MIN

I

16 MIN

I

20 MIN

I

11M

AX

I

10M

AX

I

9M

AX

I

8M

AX

I

7M

AX

I

6M

AX

I

5M

AX

I

4M

AX

I

3M

AX

I

2M

AX

I

1M

AX

I

SEE OWNERS MANUALCONSULTER LA GUIDE


163

The high-current fuses are coded as follows.

Fuse/Relay

Location

Fuse Amp

Rating

Power Distribution Box

Description

Relay 1 — Fog lamp interrupt

Relay 2 — Interval wiper

Relay 3 — Wiper HI/LO

Relay 4 — Starter

Relay 5 — Fog lamps

1 50A** (4.6L),30A CB(3.8L)

Electric cooling fan motor

2 30A** Headlamps

3 40A** Starter motor relay, Ignitionswitch

4 40A** Ignition switch

5 40A** Ignition switch

6 40A** Instrument cluster,Powertrain Control Module(PCM)

7 30A** Secondary air injection(3.8L only)

8 50A** Anti-lock Brake Sytsem(ABS) module

9 20A** Auxiliary power point

10 30A** Parklamps

11 30A** Rear window defrost control

12 40A** Power windows, Powerlocks

13 30A* MACH 1000 left amplifiers

14 20A* Fuel pump

15 30A* MACH 1000 right amplifiers

16 20A* Horn

17 20A* ABS

18 30A* Power seats

19 10A* Intercooler pump (Cobraonly)

20 20A* Alternator

21 — Not used


164

Fuse/Relay

Location

Fuse Amp

Rating

Power Distribution Box

Description

22 — Not used

23 — Not used

24 20A* A/C pressure

25 — Not used

26 30A** PCM

27 20A** Daytime Running Lamps(DRL) module, Foglamprelay

28 25A CB Convertible top

29 Diode Convertible top circuitbreaker

* Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses

CHANGING THE TIRES

If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply thebrake heavily. Instead, gradually decrease yourspeed. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowlymove to a safe place on the side of the road.

The use of tire sealants is not recommended andmay compromise the integrity of your tires. The useof tire sealants may also affect your tire pressuremonitoring system (if equipped).

Temporary spare tire information

Your vehicle may have a temporary spare tire. Thetemporary spare tire for your vehicle is labeled assuch. It is smaller than a regular tire and is designedfor emergency use only. Replace this tire with afull-size tire as soon as possible.


165

If you use the temporary spare tirecontinuously or do not follow these

precautions, the tire could fail, causing you to losecontrol of the vehicle, possibly injuring yourself orothers.

When driving with the temporary spare tire do not:

• use more than one temporary spare tire at a time

• exceed 80 km/h (50 mph) or drive further than 3200 km (2 000 miles) total under anycircumstances

• load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle loadrating listed on the tire pressure label on theinside of the glove compartment door

• tow a trailer

• use tire chains

• drive through an automatic car wash, because ofthe vehicle’s reduced ground clearance

• try to repair the temporary spare tire or remove itfrom its wheel

• use the wheel for any other type of vehicle

Use of a temporary spare tire at any one wheellocation can lead to impairment of the following:

• handling, stability and braking performance

• comfort and noise

• ground clearance and parking at curbs

• Winter driving capability

Tire change procedure

To prevent the vehicle from moving whenyou change a tire, be sure the parking brake

is set, then block (in both directions) the wheelthat is diagonally opposite (other side and end ofthe vehicle) to the tire being changed.


166

If the vehicle slips off the jack, you orsomeone else could be seriously injured.

1. Park on a levelsurface, activate hazardflashers and setparking brake.

2. Place gearshift leverin P (Park) or R (manual transmission), turn engineOFF, and block the diagonally opposite wheel.

3. Remove the sparetire, jack and lugwrench.

4. Remove the centerornament (if equipped)from the wheel. Looseneach wheel lug nutone-half turncounterclockwise butdo not remove themuntil the wheel israised off the ground.


167

5. Put the jack in thejack notch next to thetire you are changing.Turn the jack handleclockwise until thewheel is completely offthe ground.

Never use the reardifferential as ajacking point.

To lessen therisk of personal

injury, do not put anypart of your bodyunder the vehiclewhile changing a tire.Do not start theengine when yourvehicle is on the jack.The jack is onlymeant for changingthe tire.

6. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench.

7. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, makingsure the valve stem is facing outward. Reinstall lugnuts until the wheel is snug against the hub. Do notfully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has beenlowered.

If you are using the temporary tire, the lug nutwashers will not appear to be flush with the rim.This is normal only when using the temporary sparetire.

8. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handlecounterclockwise.


168

9. Remove the jack andfully tighten the lugnuts in the ordershown.

10. Put flat tire, wheelornament (ifequipped), jack and lugwrench away. Makesure jack is fastened so it does not rattle when youdrive.11. Unblock the wheels.

Anti-theft lug nuts (if equipped)If your vehicle is equipped with this feature, one ofthe lug nuts on each wheel must be removed andreplaced with a special key. The key and registrationcard are attached to the lug wrench and stored withthe spare tire. If you lose the key, send theregistration card to the manufacturer (not thedealer) to get a replacement key. If the lugwrench/lug nut key assembly is lost, see yournearest Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer who hasaccess to the master set of keys. Do not use animpact wrench with the anti-theft key.

To remove theanti-theft lug nut:

1. Insert the key overthe locking lug nut.Make sure you hold the key square to the lug nut. Ifyou hold the key at an angle, you could damage thekey and the lug nut.

2. Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key andapply pressure on the key with the wrench.

3. Turn the wrench in a counterclockwise directionto remove the lug nut.

To install the anti-theft lug nut:

1. Insert the key over the locking lug nut.

2. Place the lug nut wrench over the lug nut key andapply pressure on the key with the wrench.

1

43

25


169

3. Install the lug nut by turning the wrenchclockwise.

JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

The gases around the battery can explode ifexposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes.

An explosion could result in injury or vehicledamage.

Batteries contain sulfuric acid which canburn skin, eyes and clothing, if contacted.

Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle.Automatic transmissions do not havepush-start capability; also, the catalyticconverter may become damaged.

Preparing your vehicleWhen the battery is disconnected or a new battery isinstalled, the transmission must relearn its shiftstrategy. As a result, the transmission may have firmand/or soft shifts. This operation is considerednormal and will not affect function or durability ofthe transmission. Over time, the adaptive learningprocess will fully update transmission operation.1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start yourvehicle.

2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabledvehicle as this could damage the vehicle’s electricalsystem.

3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of thedisabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles donot touch. Set the parking brake on both vehiclesand stay clear of the engine cooling fan and othermoving parts.

4. Check all battery terminals and remove anyexcessive corrosion before you attach the batterycables. Ensure the vent caps are tight and level.

5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protectany electrical surges. Turn all other accessories off.


170

Connecting the jumper cables

1. Connect the positive (+) booster cable to thepositive (+) terminal of the discharged battery.

Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are usedto designate the assisting (boosting) battery.

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable tothe positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery.

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-)terminal of the assisting battery.

+–

+–

+–

+–

+–

+–


171

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-)cable to an exposed metal part of the stalledvehicle’s engine, away from the battery and thecarburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuellines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold asgrounding points.

Do not connect the end of the second cableto the negative (-) terminal of the battery to

be jumped. A spark may cause an explosion of thegases that surround the battery.

5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades,belts, moving parts of both engines, or any fueldelivery system parts.

Jump starting

1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and runthe engine at moderately increased speed.

2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.

3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, runboth engines for an additional three minutes beforedisconnecting the jumper cables.

+–

+–


172

Removing the jumper cables

Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order

that they were connected.

1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metalsurface.

Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are usedto designate the assisting (boosting) battery.

2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-)connection of the booster vehicle’s battery.

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

+–

+–

+–

+–

+–

+–


173

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

After the disabled vehicle has been started and thejumper cables removed, allow it to idle for severalminutes so the engine computer can relearn its idleconditions.

+–

+–


174

WRECKER TOWING

If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact aprofessional towing service or, if you are a member,your roadside assistance center.

It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with awheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with aslingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved aslingbelt towing procedure.

If your vehicle is to be towed from the rear usingwheel lift equipment, the front wheels must beplaced on a dolly to prevent damage to the frontfascia (bumper).

If the vehicle is towed by other means orincorrectly, vehicle damage may occur.

Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual forall authorized tow truck operators. Have your towtruck operator refer to this manual for properhook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle.


175

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED

At homeFord Motor Company and Ford of Canada haveauthorized dealerships to service your vehicle. It ispreferred that you return to the authorized dealerwhere your vehicle was purchased when warrantyrepairs are needed. However, you may also take yourvehicle to another Ford Motor Company or Ford ofCanada dealership authorized for warranty repairs.Certain warranty repairs require special trainingthough, so not all dealers are authorized to performall warranty repairs. That means that depending onthe warranty repair needed, the vehicle may need tobe taken to another dealer. If a particular dealershipcannot assist you, then contact the CustomerRelationship Center.

If you have questions or concerns, or are unsatisfiedwith the service you are receiving, follow thesesteps:

1. Contact your Sales Representative or ServiceAdvisor at your selling/servicing dealership.

2. If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved,contact the Sales Manager or Service Manager at thedealership.

3. If the inquiry or concern cannot be resolved atthe dealership level, please contact the FordCustomer Relationship Center.

Away from homeIf you own a Ford or Mercury vehicle and are awayfrom home when your vehicle needs service, or ifyou need more help than the dealership couldprovide, after following the steps described above,contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center tofind an authorized dealership to help you.

Customer Assistance

176

In the United States:

Ford Motor CompanyCustomer Relationship Center16800 Executive Plaza DriveP.O. Box 6248Dearborn, Michigan 481211-800-392-3673 (FORD)(TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952)www.ford.com

In Canada:Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E41-800-565-3673 (FORD)www.ford.ca

If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away fromhome when your vehicle needs service, or if youneed more help than the dealership could provide,after following the steps described above, contactthe Ford Customer Relationship Center to find anauthorized dealership to help you.

In the United States:Ford Motor CompanyCustomer Relationship Center16800 Executive Plaza DriveP.O. Box 6248Dearborn, Michigan 481211-800-521-4140(TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952)www.ford.com

In Canada:Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E41-800-565-3673 (FORD)www.ford.ca

Customer Assistance

177

In order to help you service your Ford or LincolnMercury vehicle, please have the followinginformation available when contacting a CustomerRelationship Center:• Your telephone number (home and business)• The name of the dealer and the city where the

dealership is located• The year and make of your vehicle• The date of vehicle purchase• The current odometer reading• The vehicle identification number (VIN)If you still have a complaint involving a warrantydispute, you may wish to contact the DisputeSettlement Board (U.S.).In some states (in the U.S.) you must directly notifyFord in writing before pursuing remedies under yourstate’s warranty laws. Ford is also allowed a finalrepair attempt in some states.In the United States, a warranty dispute must besubmitted to the Dispute Settlement Board beforetaking action under the Magnuson-Moss WarrantyAct, or to the extent allowed by state law, beforepursuing replacement or repurchase remediesprovided by certain state laws. This dispute handlingprocedure is not required prior to enforcing statecreated rights or other rights which are independentof the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act or statereplacement or repurchase laws.

FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLANYou can get more protection for your new car orlight truck by purchasing Ford Extended ServicePlan (Ford ESP) coverage. Ford ESP is an optionalservice contract which is backed by Ford MotorCompany or Ford Motor Service Company (in theU.S.) and Ford of Canada (in Canada). It providesthe following:

• Benefits during the warranty period depending onthe plan you purchase (such as: reimbursementfor rentals; coverage for certain maintenance andwear items).

Customer Assistance

178

• Protection against covered repair costs after yourBumper-to-Bumper Warranty expires.

You may purchase Ford ESP from any participatingFord and Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canadadealer. There are several plans available in varioustime, distance and deductible combinations whichcan be tailored to fit your own driving needs. FordESP also offers reimbursement benefits for towingand rental coverage.

When you buy Ford ESP, you receive Peace-of-Mindprotection throughout the United States and Canada,provided by a network of more than 5,000participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury and Ford ofCanada dealers.

If you did not take advantage of the Ford ExtendedService Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle,you may still be eligible. Please contact your dealerfor further information. Since this information issubject to change, please ask your dealer forcomplete details about Ford Extended Service Plancoverage options, or visit the Ford ESP website atwww.ford-esp.com.

THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD(U.S. ONLY)The Dispute Settlement Board is:

• an independent, third-party arbitration programfor warranty disputes.

• available free to owners and lessees of qualifyingFord Motor Company vehicles.

The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available inall states. Ford Motor Company reserves the right tochange eligibility limitations, modify proceduresand/or to discontinue this service without notice andwithout incurring obligations per applicable state law.

What kinds of cases does the Board review?Unresolved warranty repair concerns or vehicleperformance concerns as on Ford and LincolnMercury cars and Ford and Lincoln Mercury light

Customer Assistance

179

trucks which are within the terms of any applicablewritten new vehicle warranty are eligible for review,except those involving:• a non-Ford product• a non-Ford dealership• sales disputes between customer and dealer

except those associated with warranty repairs orconcerns with the vehicle’s performance asdesigned

• a request for reimbursement of consequentialexpenses unless a service or product concern isbeing reviewed

• items not covered by the New Vehicle LimitedWarranty (including maintenance and wear items)

• alleged personal injury/property damage claims• cases currently in litigation• vehicles not used primarily for family, personal or

household purposes (except in states where theDispute Settlement Board is required to reviewcommercial vehicles)

• vehicles with non-U.S. warranties

Concerns are ineligible for review if the New VehicleLimited Warranty has expired at receipt of yourapplication and, in certain states eligibility isdependent upon the customer’s possession of thevehicle.

Eligibility may differ according to state law. Forexample, see the unique brochures for California,West Virginia, Georgia and Wisconsinpurchasers/lessees.

Board membershipThe Board consists of:

• Three consumer representatives

• A Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealershiprepresentative

Consumer candidates for Board membership arerecruited and trained by an independent consulting

Customer Assistance

180

firm. The dealership Board member is chosen fromFord and Lincoln Mercury dealership management,recognized for their business leadership qualities.

What the Board needsTo have your case reviewed you must complete theapplication in the DSB brochure and mail it to theaddress provided on the application form. Somestates will require you to use certified mail, withreturn receipt requested.Your application is reviewed and, if it is determinedto be eligible, you will receive an acknowledgmentindicating:• The file number assigned to your application.• The toll-free phone number of the DSB’s

independent administrator.

Your dealership and a Ford Motor Companyrepresentative will then be asked to submitstatements.

To properly review your case, the Board needs thefollowing information:

• Legible copies of all documents and maintenanceor repair orders relevant to the case.

• The year, make, model, and Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) listed on your vehicle ownershiplicense.

• The date of repair(s) and mileage at the time ofoccurrence(s).

• The current mileage.

• The name of the dealer(s) who sold or servicedthe vehicle.

• A brief description of your unresolved concern.

• A brief summary of the action taken by thedealer(s) and Ford Motor Company.

• The names (if known) of all the people youcontacted at the dealership(s).

• A description of the action you expect to resolveyour concern.

Customer Assistance

181

You will receive a letter of explanation if yourapplication does not qualify for Board review.

Oral presentationsIf you would like to make an oral presentation,indicate YES to question 6 on the application. Whileit is your right to make an oral presentation beforethe Board, this is not a requirement and the Boardwill decide the case whether or not an oralpresentation is made. An oral presentation may berequested by the Board as well.

Making a decisionBoard members review all available informationrelated to each complaint, including oralpresentations, and arrive at a fair and impartialdecision. Board review may be terminated at anytime by either party.

Every effort is made to decide the case within 40days of the date that all requested information isreceived by the Board. Since the Board generallymeets once a month, it may take longer for theBoard to consider some cases.

After a case is reviewed, the Board mails you adecision letter and a form on which to accept orreject the Board’s decision. The decisions of theBoard are binding on Ford (and, in some cases, onthe dealer) but not on consumers who are free topursue other remedies available to them under stateor federal law.

To request a DSB Brochure/ApplicationFor a brochure/application, speak to your dealer orwrite/call to the Board at the followingaddress/phone number:

Dispute Settlement BoardP.O. Box 5120Southfield, MI 48086–51201–800–428–3718

You may also contact the North American CustomerRelationship Center at 1-800-392-3673 (Ford), TDD

Customer Assistance

182

for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952 or bywriting to the Center at the following address:Ford Motor CompanyCustomer Relationship Center16800 Executive Plaza DriveP.O. Box 6248Dearborn, Michigan 48121

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATIONPROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)In those cases where you continue to feel that theefforts by Ford and the dealer to resolve afactory-related vehicle service concern have beenunsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in animpartial third party mediation/arbitration programadministered by the Canadian Motor VehicleArbitration Plan (CAMVAP).The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward andrelatively speedy alternative to resolve adisagreement when all other efforts to produce asettlement have failed. This procedure is withoutcost to you and is designed to eliminate the need forlengthy and expensive legal proceedings.In the CAMVAP program, impartial third-partyarbitrators conduct hearings at mutually convenienttimes and places in an informal environment. Theseimpartial arbitrators review the positions of theparties, make decisions and, when appropriate,render awards to resolve disputes. CAMVAPdecisions are fast, fair, and final; the arbitrator’saward is binding both to you and Ford of Canada.CAMVAP services are available in all territories andprovinces. For more information, without charge orobligation, call your CAMVAP ProvincialAdministrator directly at 1-800-207-0685.

GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. ANDCANADABefore exporting your vehicle to a foreign country,contact the appropriate foreign embassy orconsulate. These officials can inform you of localvehicle registration regulations and where to findunleaded fuel.

Customer Assistance

183

If you cannot find unleaded fuel or can only get fuelwith an anti-knock index lower than isrecommended for your vehicle, contact a district orowner relations/customer relationship office.The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle withoutproper conversion may damage the effectiveness ofyour emission control system and may cause engineknocking or serious engine damage. Ford MotorCompany/Ford of Canada is not responsible for anydamage caused by use of improper fuel.

In the United States, using leaded fuel may alsoresult in difficulty importing your vehicle back intothe U.S.

If your vehicle must be serviced while you aretraveling or living in Central or South America, theCaribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearestFord dealership. If the dealership cannot help you,write or call:

FORD MOTOR COMPANYWORLDWIDE DIRECT MARKET OPERATIONS1555 Fairlane DriveFairlane Business Park #3Allen Park, Michigan 48101U.S.A.Telephone: (313) 594-4857FAX: (313) 390-0804

If you are in another foreign country, contact thenearest Ford dealership. If the dealership employeescannot help you, they can direct you to the nearestFord affiliate office.

If you buy your vehicle in North America and thenrelocate outside of the U.S. or Canada, register yourvehicle identification number (VIN) and new addresswith Ford Motor Company Worldwide Direct MarketOperations.

ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’SLITERATURETo order the publications in this portfolio, contactHelm, Incorporated at:

Customer Assistance

184

HELM, INCORPORATEDP.O. Box 07150Detroit, Michigan 48207Or call:For a free publication catalog, order toll free:1-800-782-4356

Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. ESTHelm, Incorporated can also be reached by theirwebsite: www.helminc.com.(Items in this catalog may be purchased by creditcard, check or money order.)

Obtaining a French owner’s guideFrench Owner’s Guides can be obtained from yourdealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company ofCanada, Limited, Service Publications, P.O. Box1580, Station B, Mississauga, Ontario L4Y 4G3.

IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)California Civil Code Section 1793.2(d) requires that,if a manufacturer or its representative is unable torepair a motor vehicle to conform to the vehicle’sapplicable express warranty after a reasonablenumber of attempts, the manufacturer shall berequired to either replace the vehicle with onesubstantially identical or repurchase the vehicle andreimburse the buyer in an amount equal to theactual price paid or payable by the consumer (less areasonable allowance for consumer use). Theconsumer has the right to choose whether to receivea refund or replacement vehicle.

California Civil Code Section 1793.22(b) presumesthat the manufacturer has had a reasonable numberof attempts to conform the vehicle to its applicableexpress warranties if, within the first 18 months ofownership of a new vehicle or the first 29,000 km(18,000 miles), whichever occurs first:

1. Two or more repair attempts are made on thesame nonconformity likely to cause death or seriousbodily injury OR

Customer Assistance

185

2. Four or more repair attempts are made on thesame nonconformity (a defect or condition thatsubstantially impairs the use, value or safety of thevehicle) OR

3. The vehicle is out of service for repair ofnonconformities for a total of more than 30 calendardays (not necessarily all at one time)

In the case of 1 or 2 above, the consumer must alsonotify the manufacturer of the need for the repair ofthe nonconformity at the following address:

Ford Motor Company16800 Executive Plaza DriveMail Drop 3NE-BDearborn, MI 48126

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)If you believe that yourvehicle has a defectwhich could cause acrash or could cause injury or death, you shouldimmediately inform the National Highway TrafficSafety Administration (NHTSA) in addition tonotifying Ford Motor Company.

If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may openan investigation, and if it finds that a safety defectexists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recalland remedy campaign. However, NHTSA cannotbecome involved in individual problems betweenyou, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company.

To contact NHTSA, you may either call the AutoSafety Hotline toll-free at 1–800–424–9393 (or366–0123 in the Washington D.C. area) or write to:

NHTSAU.S. Department of TransportationWashington, D.C. 20590

You can also obtain other information about motorvehicle safety from the Hotline.

Customer Assistance

186

WASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarmwater and a neutral Ph shampoo, such as DetailWash (ZC-3–A), which is available from your dealer.• Never use strong household detergents or soap,

such as dish washing or laundry liquid. Theseproducts can discolor and spot painted surfaces.

• Never wash a vehicle that is “hot to the touch” orduring exposure to strong, direct sunlight.

• Always use a clean sponge or carwash mitt withplenty of water for best results.

• Dry the vehicle with a chamois or soft terry clothtowel in order to eliminate water spotting.

• It is especially important to wash the vehicleregularly during the winter months, as dirt androad salt are difficult to remove and causedamage to the vehicle.

• Immediately remove items such as gasoline, dieselfuel, bird droppings and insect deposits becausethey can cause damage to the vehicle’s paintworkand trim over time.

• Remove any exterior accessories, such asantennas, before entering a car wash.

• Suntan lotions and insect repellents candamage any painted surface; if thesesubstances come in contact with yourvehicle, wash off as soon as possible.

WAXINGApplying a polymer paint sealant to your vehicleevery six months will assist in reducing minorscratches and paint damage.• Wash the vehicle first.

• Do not use waxes that contain abrasives.

• Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact withany non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, suchas grained door handles, roof racks, bumpers, sidemoldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowlarea. The paint sealant will “gray” or stain theparts over time.

Cleaning

187

PAINT CHIPSYour dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to matchyour vehicle’s color. Take your color code (printedon a sticker in the driver’s door jam) to your dealerto ensure you get the correct color.• Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap,

insect deposits, tar spots, road salt and industrialfallout before repairing paint chips.

• Always read the instructions before using theproducts.

ALUMINUM WHEELS AND COVERSAluminum wheel rims or covers are coated with aclearcoat paint finish. In order to maintain theirshine:

• Clean with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner(ZC-37–A), which is available from your dealer.

• Never apply any cleaning chemical to hot or warmwheel rims or covers.

• Some automatic car washes may cause damage tothe finish on your wheel rims or covers.Chemical-strength cleaners, or cleaning chemicals,in combination with brush agitation to removebrake dust and dirt, could wear away theclearcoat finish over time.

• Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or highcaustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels orstrong household detergent.

• To remove tar and grease, use Ford ExtraStrength Tar and Road Oil Removal(B7A-19520–AA), available from your dealer.

ENGINEEngines are more efficient when they are cleanbecause grease and dirt buildup keep the enginewarmer than normal. When washing:

• Take care when using a power washer to cleanthe engine. The high-pressure fluid couldpenetrate the sealed parts and cause damage.

Cleaning

188

• Do not spray a hot engine with cold water toavoid cracking the engine block or other enginecomponents.

• Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser(ZC-20) on all parts that require cleaning andpressure rinse clean.

• Cover the highlighted areas to prevent waterdamage when cleaning the engine.

• 3.8L OHV V6 engine

• 4.6L SOHC V8 engine

• Never wash or rinse the engine while it isrunning; water in the running engine may causeinternal damage.

Cleaning

189

PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS

Use only approved products to clean plastic parts.These products are available from your dealer.

• For routine cleaning, use Detail Wash (ZC-3–A).

• If tar or grease spots are present, use Ford ExtraStrength Tar and Road Oil Removal(B7A-19520–AA).

WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES

The windshield, rear window and wiper bladesshould be cleaned regularly. If the wiper does notwipe properly, substances on the windshield, rearwindow or the wiper blades may be the cause. Thesemay include hot wax treatments used by commercialcar washes, tree sap, or other organic contamination.To clean these items, please follow these tips:

• The windshield or rear window may be cleanedwith a non-abrasive cleaner such as MotorcraftUltra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23), availablefrom your dealer.

• Do not use abrasives, as they may causescratches.

• Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner toclean any parts.

• Wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl(rubbing) alcohol or windshield washer solution.Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appearworn or do not function properly.

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS

Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, thendry with a dry cloth.

• Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss ofthe upper portion of the instrument panel. Thedull finish in this area helps protect the driverfrom undesirable windshield reflection.

Cleaning

190

Do not use chemical solvents or strongdetergents when cleaning the steering wheel

or instrument panel to avoid contamination of theair bag system.

• Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean ifyou have been in contact with certain productssuch as insect repellent and suntan lotion in orderto avoid possible damage to the painted surfaces.

INTERIORFor fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts and seatsequipped with side air bags:

• Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuumcleaner.

• Remove light stains and soil with Ford ExtraStrength Upholstery Cleaner (E8AZ-19523–AA).

• If grease or tar is present on the material,spot-clean the area first with Motorcraft Spot andStain Remover (ZC-14).

• Never saturate the seat covers with cleaningsolution.

• Do not use household cleaning products or glasscleaners, which can stain and discolor the fabricand affect the flame retardant abilities of the seatmaterials.

Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dyeon the vehicle’s safety belts, as these actions

may weaken the belt webbing.

Do not use chemical solvents or strongdetergents when cleaning the seat where the

side air bag is mounted. Such products maycontaminate the side air bag system and affectperformance of the side air bag in a collision. Theair bag may not function correctly and not provideany injury reduction benefits.

Cleaning

191

LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)Your leather seating surfaces have a clear, protectivecoating over the leather.• To clean, use a soft cloth with Motorcraft Deluxe

Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-11–A). Dry thearea with a soft cloth.

• To help maintain its resiliency and color, use theMotorcraft Deluxe Leather Care Kit (ZC-11–D),available from your authorized dealer.

• Do not use household cleaning products, alcoholsolutions, solvents or cleaners intended forrubber, vinyl and plastics, or oil/petroleum-basedleather conditioners. These products may causepremature wearing of the clear, protectivecoating.

CONVERTIBLE TOP AND PADDED MOLDINGWash with Motorcraft Triple Clean (ZC-13), which isavailable from your dealer.

• Do not use stiff bristle brushes or abrasivematerials or cleaners.

• Hot waxes applied by commercial car washes canaffect the cleanability of vinyl material.

• Using high water pressure or wand-type carwashes against the convertible top and windowsmay cause water leaks and possible seal damage.

UNDERBODYFlush the complete underside of your vehiclefrequently. Keep body and door drain holes freefrom packed dirt.

FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CAREPRODUCTSYour Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer has manyquality products available to clean your vehicle andprotect its finishes. These quality products havebeen specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to

Cleaning

192

complement the style and appearance of yourvehicle. Each product is made from high qualitymaterials that meet or exceed rigid specifications.For best results, use the following products orproducts of equivalent quality:

Motorcraft Custom Clearcoat Polish (ZC–8–A)

Ford Custom Vinyl Protectant* (not available inCanada) (F2AZ—19530–A)

Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93)

Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner (Canada only)(CXC-94)

Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (notavailable in Canada) (ZC-11–A)

Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover*(not available in Canada) (B7A-19520–AA)

Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner (notavailable in Canada) (E8AZ-19523–AA)

Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner (ZC-15)

Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37–A)

Motorcraft Dash and Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-38–A)

Motorcraft Car Care Kit (ZC-26)

Ford Premium Car Wash Concentrate(F2SZ-19523–WC)

Motorcraft Carlite Glass Cleaner (Canada only)(CXC-100)

Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14)

Motorcraft Tire Detailer (ZC-28)

Motorcraft Triple Clean (ZC-13)

Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (notavailable in Canada) (ZC-23)

Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20)

* May be sold with the Motorcraft name

Cleaning

193

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo 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, yourdealership can provide the necessary parts andservice. Check your Warranty Guide/OwnerInformation Guide to find out which parts andservices are covered.

Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids andservice parts conforming to specifications. Motorcraftparts are designed and built to provide the bestperformance in your vehicle.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOURVEHICLEBe especially careful when inspecting or servicingyour vehicle.

• Do not work on a hot engine.

• When the engine is running, keep loose clothing,jewelry or long hair away from moving parts.

• Do not work on a vehicle with the engine runningin an enclosed space, unless you are sure youhave enough ventilation.

• Keep all lit cigarettes, open flames and other litmaterial away from the battery and all fuel relatedparts.

If you disconnect the battery, the engine must“relearn” its idle conditions before your vehicle willdrive properly, as explained in the Battery section inthis chapter.

Working with the engine off• Automatic transmission:

1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift issecurely latched in P (Park).

Maintenance and Specifications

194

2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.

3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle frommoving unexpectedly.

• Manual transmission:

1. Set the parking brake.

2. Depress the clutch and place the gearshift in 1(First).

3. Turn off the engine and remove the key.


Working with the engine on

• Automatic transmission:

1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift issecurely latched in P (Park).


Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleanerremoved and do not remove it while the engine isrunning.

• Manual transmission:

1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch andplace the gearshift in neutral.


Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleanerremoved and do not remove it while the engine isrunning.

The cooling fan is automatic and may comeon at any time. Always disconnect the

negative terminal of the battery before workingnear the fan.


195

OPENING THE HOOD

1. Inside the vehicle,pull the hood releasehandle located underthe bottom left cornerof the instrumentpanel.

2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release theauxiliary latch that is located under the front centerof the hood.

3. Lift the hood and secure it with the prop rod.

HOOD


196

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINECOMPARTMENT

3.8L OHV V6 engine

1. Engine oil filler cap

2. Engine oil dipstick

3. Brake fluid reservoir

4. Power distribution box

5. Windshield washer fluid reservoir

6. Battery

7. Power steering fluid reservoir

8. Engine coolant reservoir

9. Air filter assembly

10. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick(if equipped)

6

10 2 3

4

5

789

1


197

4.6L SOHC V8 engine

1. Engine oil dipstick

2. Brake fluid reservoir

3. Power distribution box

4. Windshield washer fluid reservoir

5. Battery

6. Engine coolant reservoir

7. Power steering fluid reservoir

8. Engine oil filler cap

9. Air filter assembly

10. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick(if equipped)


198

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID

Check the washer fluidwhenever you stop forfuel. The reservoir ishighlighted with asymbol.

Add fluid to fill thereservoir if the level islow. In very coldweather, do not fill thereservoir completely.

Only use a washer fluid that meets Fordspecification ESR-M17P5–A . Refer to Lubricantspecifications in this chapter.State or local regulations on volatile organiccompounds may restrict the use of methanol, acommon windshield washer antifreeze additive.Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreezeagents should be used only if they provide coldweather protection without damaging the vehicle’spaint finish, wiper blades or washer system.

Note: Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolantreservoir. Washer fluid placed in the cooling systemmay harm engine and cooling system components.

ENGINE OIL

Checking the engine oilRefer to the scheduled maintenance guide for theappropriate intervals for checking the engine oil.

1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.

2. Turn the engine off and wait 5 to 10 minutes forthe oil to drain into the oil pan.

3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift issecurely latched in P (Park) (automatictransmissions) or 1 (First) (manual transmissions).

4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.


199

5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil levelindicator (dipstick).

• 3.8L V6 engine

• 4.6L SOHC V8engine

6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully,then remove it again.

• If the oil level is between the MIN—MAXmarks, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADDOIL.

• If the oil level is below the MIN mark, add enoughoil to raise the level within the MIN—MAX range.

• 3.8L V6 engine

MAXMIN

MAXMIN


200

• 4.6L SOHC V8 engine

• Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause enginedamage. Some oil must be removed from theengine by a service technician.

7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fullyseated.

Adding engine oil

1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer toChecking the engine oil in this chapter.

2. If the engine oil level is not within the normalrange, add only certified engine oil of therecommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil fillercap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into theopening.

3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oillevel is not above the MAX mark on the engine oillevel indicator (dipstick).

4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated.

5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning thefiller cap clockwise 1/4 of a turn until three clicksare heard or until the cap is fully seated.

To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate thevehicle with the engine oil level indicatorand/or the engine oil filler cap removed.


201

Engine oil and filter recommendationsLook for thiscertification trademark.

SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended.

Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by theAmerican Petroleum Institute (API). Use Motorcraftor an equivalent oil meeting Ford specificationWSS-M2C153–H. SAE 5W-20 oil providesoptimum fuel economy and durabilityperformance meeting all requirements for yourvehicle’s engine.

Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, oiltreatments or engine treatments. They areunnecessary and could, under certain conditions,lead to engine damage which is not covered by yourwarranty.

Change your engine oil and filter according to theappropriate schedule listed in the scheduledmaintenance guide.

Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oilfilters are designed for added engine protection andlong life. If a replacement oil filter is used that doesnot meet Ford material and design specifications,start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced.

It is recommended you use the appropriateMotorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Fordspecifications) for your engine application.


202

BATTERY

Your vehicle isequipped with aMotorcraftmaintenance-freebattery which normallydoes not requireadditional water duringits life of service.

However, for severe usage or in high temperatureclimates, check the battery electrolyte level. Refer tothe scheduled maintenance guide for the serviceinterval 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 canadd plain tap water to the battery, as long as you donot use hard water (water with a high mineral oralkali content). If possible, however, try to only fillthe battery cells with distilled water. If the batteryneeds water often, have the charging systemchecked.

If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure itis reinstalled after the battery has beencleaned or replaced.

For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top ofthe battery clean and dry. Also, make certain thebattery cables are always tightly fastened to thebattery terminals.

If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals,remove the cables from the terminals and clean witha wire brush. You can neutralize the acid with asolution of baking soda and water.


203

Batteries normally produce explosive gaseswhich can cause personal injury. Therefore,

do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substancesto come near the battery. When working near thebattery, always shield your face and protect youreyes. Always provide proper ventilation.

When lifting a plastic-cased battery,excessive pressure on the end walls could

cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resultingin personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle orbattery. Lift the battery with a battery carrier orwith your hands on opposite corners.

Keep batteries out of reach of children.Batteries contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact

with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes whenworking near the battery to protect againstpossible splashing of acid solution. In case of acidcontact with skin or eyes, flush immediately withwater for a minimum of 15 minutes and getprompt medical attention. If acid is swallowed, calla physician immediately.

Battery posts, terminals and relatedaccessories contain lead and lead

compounds. Wash hands after handling.

Because your vehicle’s engine is electronicallycontrolled by a computer, some control conditionsare maintained by power from the battery. When thebattery is disconnected or a new battery is installed,the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trimstrategy for optimum driveability and performance.To begin this process:1. With the vehicle at a complete stop, set theparking brake.2. Put the gearshift in P (Park) (automatictransmission) or the neutral position (manualtransmission), turn off all accessories and start theengine.


204

3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operatingtemperature.

4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.

5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle forat least one minute.

6. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearningprocess.

• The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10miles) or more to relearn the idle and fuel trimstrategy.

• If you do not allow the engine to relearn itsidle trim, the idle quality of your vehicle maybe adversely affected until the idle trim iseventually relearned.

When the battery is disconnected or a new batteryinstalled, the transmission must relearn its adaptivestrategy. As a result of this, the transmission mayshift firmly. This operation is considered normal andwill not affect function or durability of thetransmission. Over time the adaptive learningprocess will fully update transmission operation toits optimum shift feel.

If the battery has been disconnected or a newbattery has been installed, the clock and the presetradio stations must be reset once the battery isreconnected.

• Always dispose ofautomotive batteriesin a responsiblemanner. Follow yourlocal authorizedstandards fordisposal. Call yourlocal authorizedrecycling center to find out more about recyclingautomotive batteries.

LE

AD

RE

TU

RN

RECYCLE


205

ENGINE COOLANT

Checking engine coolant

The concentration and level of engine coolant shouldbe checked at the mileage intervals in the scheduledmaintenance guide. The coolant concentrationshould be maintained at 50/50 coolant and water,which equates to a freeze point of -36° C (-34° F).Coolant concentration testing is possible with ahydrometer or antifreeze tester (such as theRotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester, 014–R1060).The level of coolant should be maintained at the“cold full” of “cold fill range” level in the coolantreservoir. If the level falls below, add coolant per theinstructions in the Adding Engine Coolant section.

Your vehicle was factory-filled with a 50/50 enginecoolant and water concentration. If theconcentration of coolant falls below 40% or above60%, the engine parts could become damaged or notwork properly. A 50–50 mixture of coolant andwater provides the following:

• freeze protection down to -36° C (-34° F)

• boiling protection up to 129° C (265° F)

• protection against rust and other forms ofcorrosion

• enables calibrated gages to function properly



206


When the engine is cold, check the level of theengine coolant in the reservoir.• The engine coolant should be at the “cold fill

level” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir.• 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 therecommended interval, the engine coolant reservoirmay become low or empty. If the reservoir is low orempty, add engine coolant to the reservoir. Refer toAdding engine coolant in this chapter.Note: Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; donot use engine coolant, antifreeze or windshieldwasher fluid outside of its specified function andvehicle location.Adding engine coolantWhen adding coolant, make sure it is a 50/50mixture of engine coolant and distilled water. Addthe mixture to the coolant reservoir, when theengine is cool, until the appropriate fill level isobtained.

Do not add engine coolant when the engineis hot. Steam and scalding liquids released

from a hot cooling system can burn you badly.Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hotengine parts.


207

Do not put engine coolant in the windshieldwasher fluid container. If sprayed on the

windshield, engine coolant could make it difficultto see through the windshield.

The cooling system in your vehicle is filled witheither green-colored Motorcraft Premium EngineCoolant meeting Ford specification ESE-M97B44–Aor yellow-colored Motorcraft Premium Gold EngineCoolant meeting Ford SpecificationWSS-M97B51–A1. To determine your vehicle’scoolant type (color), check your coolant reservoir.

• Add Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant(green-colored), VC-4–A (U.S.) or CXC-10(Canada) or Motorcraft Premium GoldEngine Coolant (yellow-colored), VC-7–A(VC-7–B in Oregon), depending on the typeof coolant originally equipped in yourvehicle. If you are unsure which type of coolantyour vehicle requires, check your coolantreservoir or contact your local dealer.

Note: Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop LeakPellets, VC-6, darkens the color of MotorcraftPremium Gold Engine Coolant from yellow to goldentan.

• Do not add/mix an orange-colored, extendedlife coolant such as Motorcraft SpecialityOrange Engine Coolant, VC-2 (US) orCXC-209 (Canada), meeting Fordspecification WSS-M97B44–D with thefactory-filled coolant. Mixing MotorcraftSpeciality Orange Engine Coolant or anyorange-colored extended life product with yourfactory filled coolant can result in degradedcorrosion protection.

• A large amount of water without engine coolantmay be added, in case of emergency, to reach avehicle service location. In this instance, thecooling system must be drained and refilled with a50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled


208

water as soon as possible. Water alone (withoutengine coolant) can cause engine damage fromcorrosion, overheating or freezing.

• Do not use alcohol, methanol or brine or anyengine coolants mixed with alcohol ormethanol antifreeze (coolant). Alcohol andother liquids can cause engine damage fromoverheating or freezing.

• Do not add extra inhibitors or additives tothe coolant. These can be harmful andcompromise the corrosion protection of theengine coolant.

• Do not mix with recycled coolant unless froma Ford-approved recycling process (see Use ofRecycled Engine Coolant section).

To reduce the risk of personal injury, makesure the engine is cool before unscrewing

the coolant pressure relief cap. The cooling systemis under pressure; steam and hot liquid can comeout forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly.

If you must remove the pressure relief cap orradiator cap (depending upon engine application),follow these steps to avoid personal injury:

1. Before you remove the cap, turn the engine offand let it cool.

2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick clotharound the cap. Slowly turn cap counterclockwiseuntil pressure begins to release.

3. Step back while the pressure releases.

4. When you are sure that all the pressure has beenreleased, use the cloth to turn it counterclockwiseand remove the cap.

Engine coolant refill procedure-3.8L V6 engineNote: Use the following procedure when refilling thecooling system of a vehicle equipped with a 3.8L V6engine. Failure to follow this warning may result indamage to the engine and engine cooling system.


209

The following procedure should be used whenrefilling the cooling system of a 3.8L V6 engine afterit has been drained or become extremely low.

1. Remove the capfrom the enginecoolant reservoir.

2. Open the coolingsystem vent plug.

3. Remove the radiatorcap as previouslyoutlined.4. Add a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant anddistilled water to the radiator until full.5. Add a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant anddistilled water to the engine coolant reservoir untilthe coolant level is at the “cold fill level” as listed onthe reservoir.6. Close the cooling system vent plug.7. Reinstall the engine coolant reservoir cap.8. Reinstall the radiator cap.9. Start and idle the engine until the upper radiatorhose is warm (this indicates the thermostat is openand coolant is flowing through the entire system).10. Immediately shut the engine off.11. Wrap a thick cloth around the radiator cap andcautiously remove the radiator cap.12. Add a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant anddistilled water to the radiator until full.13. Reinstall the radiator cap.14. Check the coolant level in the reservoir beforeyou drive your vehicle the next few times (with theengine cool).15. If necessary, add a 50/50 mixture of enginecoolant and distilled water to the engine coolantreservoir until the coolant level is at the “cold filllevel” as listed on the reservoir.If you are unsure of how to operate the coolingsystem vent plug when adding engine coolant to the3.8L V6 engine, contact your dealer.

2

31


210

Engine coolant refill procedure-4.6L V8 engineThe following procedure should be used whenrefilling the cooling system of a 4.6L V8 engine afterit has been drained or become extremely low.1. Remove the pressure relief cap from the enginecoolant reservoir as previously outlined.2. Slowly add a 50/50 mixture of engine coolantand distilled water to the engine coolant reservoiruntil the coolant level is at the “cold fill level” aslisted on the reservoir.

3. Reinstall the pressure relief cap.

4. Start and idle the engine until the upper radiatorhose is warm (this indicates the thermostat is openand coolant is flowing through the entire system).

5. Shut the engine off and let it cool.

6. Remove the pressure relief cap from the enginecoolant reservoir as previously outlined.

7. Add a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant anddistilled water to the engine coolant reservoir untilthe coolant level is at the “cold fill level” as listed onthe reservoir.

8. Reinstall the pressure relief cap.

9. Check the coolant level in the reservoir beforeyou drive your vehicle the next few times (with theengine cool).

10. If necessary, add a 50/50 mixture of enginecoolant and distilled water to the engine coolantreservoir until the coolant level is at the “cold filllevel” as listed on the reservoir.

After any coolant has been added, check the coolantconcentration see Checking Engine Coolant section).If the concentration is not 50/50 (protection to –34°F/–36° C), drain some coolant and adjust theconcentration. It may take several drains andadditions to obtain a 50/50 coolant concentration.

Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant levelin the coolant reservoir should be checked the nextfew times you drive the vehicle. If necessary, add


211

enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant anddistilled water to bring the liquid level to the properlevel.If you have to add more than 1.0 liter (1.0 quart) ofengine coolant per month, have your dealer checkthe engine cooling system. Your cooling system mayhave a leak. Operating an engine with a low level ofcoolant can result in engine overheating and possibleengine damage.

Recycled engine coolantFord Motor Company recommends the use of arecycled engine coolant produced by Ford-approvedprocesses in vehicles originally equipped withMotorcraft Premium Engine Coolant (green-colored).However, not all coolant recycling processes producecoolant that meets Ford specificationESE-M97B44–A. Use of such coolant may harm theengine and cooling system components.Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the useof recycled engine coolant in vehicles originallyequipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold EngineCoolant since a Ford-approved recycling process isnot yet available.

Used engine coolant should be disposed of inan appropriate manner. Follow your community’sregulations and standards for recycling and disposingof automotive fluids.

Coolant refill capacityTo find out how much fluid your vehicle’s coolingsystem can hold, refer to Refill capacities in thischapter.

Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined inAdding engine coolant in this chapter.

Severe climatesIf you drive in extremely cold climates (less than–36° C [–34° F]):

• It may be necessary to increase the coolantconcentration above 50%.


212

• NEVER increase the coolant concentrationabove 60%.

• Increased engine coolant concentrationsabove 60% will decrease the overheatprotection characteristics of the enginecoolant and may cause engine damage.

• Refer to the chart on the coolant containerto ensure the coolant concentration in yourvehicle will provide adequate freezeprotection at the temperatures in which youdrive in the winter months.

If you drive in extremely hot climates:

• It is still necessary to maintain the coolantconcentration above 40%.

• NEVER decrease the coolant concentrationbelow 40%.

• Decreased engine coolant concentrationsbelow 40% will decrease the corrosionprotection characteristics of the enginecoolant and may cause engine damage.

• Decreased engine coolant concentrationsbelow 40% will decrease the freezeprotection characteristics of the enginecoolant and may cause engine damage.

• Refer to the chart on the coolant containerto ensure the coolant concentration in yourvehicle will provide adequate protection atthe temperatures in which you drive.

Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climatesshould use a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant anddistilled water for optimum cooling system andengine protection.


213

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUTAUTOMOTIVE FUELS

Important safety precautions

Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure inan overfilled tank may cause leakage and

lead to fuel spray and fire.

The fuel system may be under pressure. Ifthe fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you

hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops beforecompletely 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 fuelcap to disengage in a collision, which may result inpossible personal injury.

Automotive fuels can cause serious injury ordeath if misused or mishandled.

Gasoline may contain benzene, which is acancer-causing agent.

Observe the following guidelines when handlingautomotive fuel:

• Extinguish allsmoking materialsand any open flamesbefore fueling yourvehicle.

• Always turn off the vehicle before fueling.

• Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal ifswallowed. Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxicand if swallowed can cause death or permanent


214

injury. If fuel is swallowed, call a physicianimmediately, even if no symptoms are immediatelyapparent. The toxic effects of fuel may not bevisible for hours.

• Avoid inhaling fuel vapors. Inhaling too much fuelvapor of any kind can lead to eye and respiratorytract irritation. In severe cases, excessive orprolonged breathing of fuel vapor can causeserious illness and permanent injury.

• Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If fuel issplashed in the eyes, remove contact lenses (ifworn), flush with water for 15 minutes and seekmedical attention. Failure to seek proper medicalattention could lead to permanent injury.

• Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through theskin. If fuel is splashed on the skin and/orclothing, promptly remove contaminated clothingand wash skin thoroughly with soap and water.Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuelliquid or vapor causes skin irritation.

• Be particularly careful if you are taking“Antabuse” or other forms of disulfiram for thetreatment of alcoholism. Breathing gasolinevapors, or skin contact could cause an adversereaction. In sensitive individuals, serious personalinjury or sickness may result. If fuel is splashedon the skin, promptly wash skin thoroughly withsoap and water. Consult a physician immediatelyif you experience an adverse reaction.

When refueling always shut the engine offand never allow sparks or open flames near

the filler neck. Never smoke while refueling. Fuelvapor is extremely hazardous under certainconditions. Care should be taken to avoid inhalingexcess fumes.

The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzlecan produce static electricity, which can

cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungroundedfuel container.


215

Use the following guidelines to avoid static build-upwhen filling an ungrounded fuel container:• Place approved fuel container on the ground.• DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the

vehicle (including the cargo area).• Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the

fuel container while filling.• DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel

pump handle in the fill position.

Fuel Filler CapYour fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design witha 1/8 turn on/off feature.

When fueling your vehicle:

1. Turn the engine off.

2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/8of 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 withthe notches on the filler pipe.

5. Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/8 of a turn until itstops.

“Check Fuel Cap” illuminates when the ignition isturned to the ON position to ensure your bulb isworking. When this light turns on, check the fuelfiller cap. Continuing to operate the vehicle with theCheck Fuel Cap light on, can activate the ServiceEngine Soon warning. When the fuel filler cap isproperly re-installed, the light(s) will turn off after aperiod of normal driving. It may take a longperiod of time for the system to detect animproperly installed fuel filler cap.

If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replaceit with a fuel filler cap that is designed foryour vehicle. The customer warranty may bevoid for any damage to the fuel tank or fuelsystem if the correct genuine Ford orMotorcraft fuel filler cap is not used.


216

The fuel system may be under pressure. Ifthe fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you

hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops beforecompletely 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 fuelcap to disengage in a collision, which may result inpossible personal injury.

Choosing the right fuelUse only UNLEADED FUEL. The use of leaded fuelis prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle.Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can damagecritical fuel system components.Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fueladditives with metallic compounds, includingmanganese-based compounds containing MMT.Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel forwhich your vehicle was not designed may not becovered by your warranty.

Octane recommendationsYour vehicle isdesigned to use“Regular” unleadedgasoline with pump(R+M)/2 octane rating of 87. We do not recommendthe use of gasolines labeled as “Regular” that aresold with octane ratings of 86 or lower in highaltitude areas.

Do not be concerned if your engine sometimesknocks lightly. However, if it knocks heavily undermost driving conditions while you are using fuel withthe recommended octane rating, see your dealer ora qualified service technician to prevent any enginedamage.

87(R+M)/2 METHOD


217

Fuel quality

If you are experiencing starting, rough idle orhesitation driveability problems during a cold start,try a different brand of “Regular” unleaded gasoline.“Premium” unleaded gasoline is not recommended(particularly in the United States) because it maycause these problems to become more pronounced.If the problems persist, see your dealer or a qualifiedservice technician.

It should not be necessary to add any aftermarketproducts to your fuel tank if you continue to usehigh quality fuel of the recommended octane rating.Aftermarket products could cause damage to thefuel system. Repairs to correct the effects of usingan aftermarket product in your fuel may not becovered by your warranty.

Many of the world’sautomakers issued theWorld-wide FuelCharter thatrecommends gasolinespecifications toprovide improvedperformance andemission controlsystem protection for your vehicle. Gasolines thatmeet the World-wide Fuel Charter should be usedwhen available. Ask your fuel supplier aboutgasolines that meet the World-wide Fuel Charter. InCanada, look for fuels that display the AutoMakers’ Choicey logo.

Cleaner airFord endorses the use of reformulated“cleaner-burning” gasolines to improve air quality.

Running out of fuelAvoid running out of fuel because this situation mayhave an adverse affect on powertrain components.

If you have run out of fuel:


218

• You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF toON several times after refueling, to allow the fuelsystem to pump the fuel from the tank to theengine.

• Your “Service Engine Soon” indicator may comeon. For more information on the “Service EngineSoon” indicator, refer to the Instrument clusterchapter.

Fuel FilterFor fuel filter replacement, see your dealer or aqualified service technician. Refer to the scheduledmaintenance guide for the appropriate intervals forchanging the fuel filter.

Replace the fuel filter with an authorizedMotorcraft part. The customer warranty maybe void for any damage to the fuel system if anauthorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used.

ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY

Measuring techniquesYour best source of information about actual fueleconomy is you, the driver. You must gatherinformation as accurately and consistently aspossible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuelgauge readings are NOT accurate as a measure offuel economy. We do not recommend taking fueleconomy measurements during the first 1,600 km(1,000 miles) of driving (engine break-in period).You will get a more accurate measurement after3,000 km–5,000 km (2,000 miles-3,000 miles).

Filling the tankThe advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on yourvehicle is equal to the rated refill capacity of the fueltank as listed in the Refill capacities section of thischapter.

The advertised capacity is the amount of theindicated capacity and the empty reserve combined.Indicated capacity is the difference in the amount of


219

fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gaugeindicates empty. Empty reserve is the small amountof fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuelgauge indicates empty.The amount of usable fuel in the empty reservevaries and should not be relied upon toincrease driving range. When refueling yourvehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty,you might not be able to refuel the full amountof the advertised capacity of the fuel tank dueto the empty reserve still present in the tank.

For consistent results when filling the fuel tank:

• Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off positionprior to refueling, an error in the reading willresult if the engine is left running.

• Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium— high) each time the tank is filled.

• Allow no more than 2 automatic click-offs whenfilling.

• Always use fuel with the recommended octanerating.

• Use a known quality gasoline, preferably anational brand.

• Use the same side of the same pump and havethe vehicle facing the same direction each timeyou fill up.

• Have the vehicle loading and distribution thesame every time.

Your results will be most accurate if your fillingmethod is consistent.

Calculating fuel economy1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initialodometer reading (in kilometers or miles).

2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount offuel added (in liters or gallons).

3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill thefuel tank and record the current odometer reading.


220

4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from thecurrent odometer reading.5. Follow one of the simple calculations in order todetermine fuel economy:

Multiply liters used by 100, then divide bytotal kilometers traveled.

Divide total miles traveled by total gallonsused.

Keep a record for at least one month and record thetype of driving (city or highway). This will providean accurate estimate of the vehicle’s fuel economyunder current driving conditions. Additionally,keeping records during summer and winter will showhow temperature impacts fuel economy. In general,lower temperatures give lower fuel economy.

Driving style — good driving and fuel economyhabitsGive consideration to the lists that follow and youmay be able to change a number of variables andimprove your fuel economy.

Habits• Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10%

savings in fuel.

• Steady speeds without stopping will usually givethe best fuel economy.

• Idling for long periods of time (greater than oneminute) may waste fuel.

• Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminatethe need to stop.

• Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fueleconomy.

• Slow down gradually.

• Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at 88 km/h[55 mph] uses 15% less fuel than traveling at 105km/h [65 mph]).

• Revving the engine before turning it off mayreduce fuel economy.


221

• Using the air conditioner or defroster may reducefuel economy.

• You may want to turn off the speed control inhilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between thirdand fourth gear occurs. Unnecessary shifting ofthis type could result in reduced fuel economy.

• Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is notrequired and may reduce fuel economy.

• Resting your foot on the brake pedal while drivingmay reduce fuel economy.

• Combine errands and minimize stop-and-godriving.

Maintenance• Keep tires properly inflated and use only

recommended size.• Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of

alignment will reduce fuel economy.• Use recommended engine oil. Refer to Lubricant

specifications in this chapter.• Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance

items. Follow the recommended maintenanceschedule and owner maintenance checks found inyour vehicle scheduled maintenance guide.

Conditions• Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may

reduce fuel economy at any speed.

• Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fueleconomy (approximately 0.4 km/L [1 mpg] is lostfor every 180 kg [400 lb] of weight carried).

• Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (forexample bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars,running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reducefuel economy.

• Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fueleconomy.

• Fuel economy may decrease with lowertemperatures during the first 12–16 km (8–10miles) of driving.


222

• Driving on flat terrain offers improved fueleconomy as compared to driving on hilly terrain.

• Transmissions give their best fuel economy whenoperated in the top cruise gear and with steadypressure on the gas pedal.

• Close windows for high speed driving.

EPA window stickerEvery new vehicle should have the EPA windowsticker. Contact your dealer if the window sticker isnot supplied with your vehicle. The EPA windowsticker should be your guide for the fuel economycomparisons with other vehicles.It is important to note the box in the lower leftcorner of the window sticker. These numbersrepresent the Range of L/100 km (MPG) expectedon the vehicle under optimum conditions. Your fueleconomy may vary depending upon the method ofoperation and conditions.

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMYour vehicle is equipped with various emissioncontrol components and a catalytic converter whichwill enable your vehicle to comply with applicableexhaust emission standards. To make sure that thecatalytic converter and other emission controlcomponents continue to work properly:

• Use only the specified fuel listed.

• Avoid running out of fuel.

• Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle ismoving, especially at high speeds.

• Have the items listed in your scheduledmaintenance guide performed according to thespecified schedule.

The scheduled maintenance items listed in thescheduled maintenance guide are essential to the lifeand performance of your vehicle and to its emissionssystem.

If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorizedparts are used for maintenance replacements or for


223

service of components affecting emission control,such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuineFord Motor Company parts in performance anddurability.

Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle indry grass or other dry ground cover. The

emission system heats up the engine compartmentand exhaust system, which can start a fire.

Illumination of the “Service Engine Soon” light,charging system warning light or the temperaturewarning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke orloss of engine power, could indicate that theemission control system is not working properly.

Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmfuland potentially lethal fumes into the

passenger compartment.

Do not make any unauthorized changes to yourvehicle or engine. By law, vehicle owners and anyonewho manufactures, repairs, services, sells, leases,trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles arenot permitted to intentionally remove an emissioncontrol device or prevent it from working.Information about your vehicle’s emission system ison the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decallocated on or near the engine. This decal identifiesengine displacement and gives some tune upspecifications.

Please consult your Warranty Guide for completeemission warranty information.

Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M)testingIn some localities, it may be a legal requirement topass an I/M test of the on-board diagnostics system.If your “Check Engine/Service Engine Soon” light ison, refer to the description in the Warning lightsand chimes section of the Instrument clusterchapter. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test withthe “Check Engine/Service Engine Soon” light on.


224

If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery hasjust been serviced, the on-board diagnostics systemis reset to a “not ready for I/M test” condition. Toready the on-board diagnostics system for I/Mtesting, a minimum of 30 minutes of city andhighway driving is necessary as described below:

• First, at least 10 minutes of driving on anexpressway or highway.

• Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go,city-type traffic with at least four idle periods.

Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hourswithout starting the engine. Then, start the engineand complete the above driving cycle. The enginemust warm up to its normal operating temperature.Once started, do not turn off the engine until theabove driving cycle is complete.

CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERINGFLUIDCheck the power steering fluid. Refer to thescheduled maintenance guide for the service intervalschedules. If adding fluid is necessary, use onlyMERCONt ATF.

If your vehicle isequipped with the3.8L V6 engine, checkthe power steeringfluid level with theengine at normaloperating temperature.

1. Start the engine andlet it run until itreaches normaloperating temperature(the engine coolanttemperature gaugeindicator will be nearthe center of thenormal area between Hand C).

FIL

LH

OT


225

2. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheelleft and right several times.3. Turn the engine off.4. Check the fluid level on the dipstick. It should bewithin the FULL HOT range. Do not add fluid if thelevel is within this range.5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts,continuously checking the level until it reaches thecorrect operating range. Be sure to put the cap backon the reservoir.

If your vehicle isequipped with a 4.6LV8 engine, check thepower steering fluidlevel with the engine atambient temperature.Allow at least one-halfhour after driving forthe power steeringfluid to cool.

1. Start the engine andallow the engine toidle.

2. Turn the steeringwheel left and rightseveral times.3. Turn the engine off.4. Check the fluid level in the reservoir. It should bebetween the MIN and MAX lines. Do not add fluid ifthe level is within this range.5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts,continuously checking the level until it reaches thecorrect operating range. Be sure to put the cap backon the reservoir.

BRAKE FLUID

Checking and adding brake fluidBrake fluid should be checked and refilled asneeded. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guidefor the service interval schedules.

MAX

MIN


226



1. Clean the reservoir cap before removal to preventdirt or water from entering the reservoir.

2. Visually inspect thefluid level.

3. If necessary, addbrake fluid from a cleanun-opened containeruntil the level reaches MAX. Do not fill above thisline.

4. Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid certified to meetFord specification ESA-M6C25–A. Refer toLubricant specifications in this chapter.

Brake fluid is toxic. If brake fluid contactsthe eyes, flush eyes with running water for

15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritationpersists. If taken internally, drink water and inducevomiting. Seek medical attention immediately.

MAX


227

If you use a brake fluid that is not DOT 3,you will cause permanent damage to your

brakes.

Do not let the reservoir for the mastercylinder run dry. This may cause the brakes

to fail.

CLUTCH ADJUSTMENT (IF EQUIPPED)Check the clutchadjustment. Refer tothe scheduledmaintenance guide forthe service intervalschedules.

The clutch on yourvehicle is operated by acable. As necessary, adjust the clutch as describedbelow.

1. Turn the engine off and shift into 1 (First).

2. Put your foot under the clutch pedal and gentlypull it up until the pedal stops.

3. Push the clutch pedal down slowly. You will hear aclick as the clutch adjusts itself.

TRANSMISSION FLUID

Checking automatic transmission fluid(if equipped)Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide forscheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes.Your transmission does not consume fluid. However,the fluid level should be checked if the transmissionis not working properly, i.e., if the transmission slipsor shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluidleakage.

Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed.To obtain an accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle


228

until it is at normal operating temperature(approximately 30 km [20 miles]). If your vehicle hasbeen operated for an extended period at highspeeds, in city traffic during hot weather or pulling atrailer, the vehicle should be turned off for about 30minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking.

1. Drive the vehicle 30 km (20 miles) or until itreaches normal operating temperature.

2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage theparking brake.

3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot onthe brake pedal, start the engine and move thegearshift lever through all of the gear ranges. Allowsufficient time for each gear to engage.

4. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave theengine running.

5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean,dry lint free rag. If necessary, refer to Identifyingcomponents in the engine compartment in thischapter for the location of the dipstick.

6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated inthe filler tube.

7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level.The fluid should be in the designated area fornormal operating temperature or ambienttemperature.

Low fluid levelDo not drive thevehicle if the fluid levelis at the bottom of thedipstick and the ambient temperature is above 10°C(50°F).

Correct fluid levelThe transmission fluid should be checked at normaloperating temperature 66°C-77°C (150°F-170°F) ona level surface. The normal operating temperaturecan be reached after approximately 30 km (20miles) of driving.


229

You can check the fluid without driving if theambient temperature is above 10°C (50°F). However,if fluid is added at this time, an overfill conditioncould result when the vehicle reaches normaloperating temperature.

The transmission fluidshould be in this rangeif at normal operatingtemperature (66°C-77°C [150°F-170°F]).

The transmission fluidshould be in this rangeif at ambienttemperature (10°C-35°C [50°F-95°F]).

High fluid levelFluid levels above thesafe range may resultin transmission failure.An overfill condition of transmission fluid may causeshift and/or engagement concerns and/or possibledamage.

High fluid levels can be caused by an overheatingcondition.

Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levelsBefore adding any fluid, make sure the correct typeis used. The type of fluid used is normally indicatedon the dipstick and also in the Lubricantspecifications section in this chapter.

Use of a non-approved automatic transmissionfluid may cause internal transmissioncomponent damage.

If necessary, add fluid in 250 ml (1/2 pint)increments through the filler tube until the level iscorrect.

If an overfill occurs,excess fluid should beremoved by a qualifiedtechnician.


230

An overfill condition of transmission fluid maycause shift and/or engagement concerns and/orpossible damage.

Do not use supplemental transmission fluidadditives, treatments or cleaning agents. The use ofthese materials may affect transmission operationand result in damage to internal transmissioncomponents.

Checking and adding manual transmission fluid(if equipped)1. Clean the filler plug.

2. Remove the fillerplug and inspect thefluid level.

3. Fluid level should beat bottom of theopening.

4. Add enough fluidthrough the filleropening so that thefluid level is at thebottom of the opening.

5. Install and tighten the fill plug securely.

Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Referto Lubricant Specifications in this chapter.


231

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITYGRADINGNew vehicles are fittedwith tires that have arating on them calledTire Quality Grades.The Quality grades canbe found whereapplicable on the tire sidewall between treadshoulder and maximum section width. For example:

• Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A

These Tire Quality Grades are determined bystandards that the United States Department ofTransportation has set.

Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires foruse on passenger cars. They do not apply to deeptread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver ortemporary use spare tires, tires with nominal rimdiameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited productiontires as defined in Title 49 Code of FederalRegulations Part 575.104(c)(2).

U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire qualitygrades: The U.S. Department of Transportationrequires Ford to give you the following informationabout tire grades exactly as the government haswritten it.

TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating basedon the wear rate of the tire when tested undercontrolled conditions on a specified government testcourse. For example, a tire graded 150 would wearone and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on thegovernment course as a tire graded 100. The relativeperformance of tires depends upon the actualconditions of their use, however, and may departsignificantly from the norm due to variations indriving habits, service practices, and differences inroad characteristics and climates.


232

Traction AA A B CThe traction grades, from highest to lowest are AA,A, B, and C. The grades represent the tire’s ability tostop on wet pavement as measured under controlledconditions on specified government test surfaces ofasphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may havepoor traction performance.

The traction grade assigned to this tire isbased on straight-ahead braking traction

tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering,hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics.

Temperature A B CThe temperature grades are A (the highest), B andC, representing the tire’s resistance to thegeneration of heat and its ability to dissipate heatwhen tested under controlled conditions on aspecified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustainedhigh temperature can cause the material of the tireto degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessivetemperature can lead to sudden tire failure. Thegrade C corresponds to a level of performance whichall passenger car tires must meet under the FederalMotor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 109. Grades Aand B represent higher levels of performance on thelaboratory test wheel than the minimum required bylaw.

The temperature grade for this tire isestablished for a tire that is properly inflated

and not overloaded. Excessive speed,underinflation, or excessive loading, eitherseparately or in combination, can cause heatbuildup and possible tire failure.


233

SERVICING YOUR TIRES

Checking the tire pressure

• Use an accurate tire pressure gauge.

• Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, afterthe vehicle has been parked for at least one houror has been driven less than 5 km (3 miles).

• Adjust tire pressure to recommendedspecifications found on the certification label onthe driver side door latch pillar.

Improperly inflated tires can affect vehiclehandling and can fail suddenly, possibly

resulting in loss of vehicle control.

Tire rotation

Because your vehicle’s tires perform different jobs,they often wear differently. To make sure your tireswear evenly and last longer, rotate them as indicatedin the scheduled maintenance guide. If you noticethat the tires wear unevenly, have them checked.

• 15 or 16 inch fourtire rotation


234

• 17 inch four tirerotation

Replacing the tiresReplace the tires whenthe wear band is visiblethrough the tire treads.

When replacing full size tires, never mixradial bias-belted, or bias-type tires. Use

only the tire sizes that are listed on the tirepressure decal. Make sure that all tires are thesame size, speed rating, and load-carrying capacity.Use only the tire combinations recommended onthe label. If you do not follow these precautions,your vehicle may not drive properly and safely.

Make sure that all replacement tires are ofthe same size, type, load-carrying capacity

and tread design (e.g., “All Terrain”, etc.), asoriginally offered by Ford.

Make sure that all replacement tires are ofthe same size, type, load-carrying capacity

and tread design (e.g., “All Terrain”, “Touring”,etc.), as originally offered by Ford.


235

Failure to follow these precautions mayadversely affect the handling of the vehicle

and make it easier for the driver to lose controland roll over.

Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle’soriginal tires may also affect the accuracy of yourspeedometer.

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS

Driving too fast for conditions creates thepossibility of loss of vehicle control. Driving

at very high speeds for extended periods of timemay result in damage to vehicle components.

Snow tires must be the same size and gradeas the tires you currently have on your

vehicle.

The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads toprovide traction in rain and snow. However, in someclimates, you may need to use snow tires andchains. Use chains on the tires only in an emergencyor if the law requires them.

Follow these guidelines when using snow tires andchains:

• Chains may damage aluminum wheels.

• Use only Cable Type chains with size P225/55R16or 245/45ZR17 tires. Use of SAE Class S chainsmay damage your vehicle.

• SAE Class S chains may be used on P205/65R15tires.

• Install chains securely, verifying that the chains donot touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines.

• Drive cautiously. If you hear the chains rub orbang against your vehicle, stop and re-tighten thechains. If this does not work, remove the chainsto prevent damage to your vehicle.


236

• If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle.

• Remove the tire chains when they are no longerneeded. Do not use tire chains on dry roads.

• The suspension insulation and bumpers will helpprevent vehicle damage. Do not remove thesecomponents from your vehicle when using snowtires and chains.

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS

Component 3.8L OHV V6

engine

4.6L SOHC V8

engine

Air filter element FA-1611 FA-1634

Fuel filter FG-986 FG-986B

Battery BXT-59 BXT-59

Oil filter FL-400S FL-820S

PCV valve EV-152 EV-98

Spark plugs* AWSF-42EE** AWSF-32P

* Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information(VECI) decal for spark plug gap information.

**If a spark plug is removed for inspection, it mustbe reinstalled in the same cylinder. If a spark plugneeds to be replaced, use only spark plugs with thesame service part number suffix letter as shown onthe engine decal.


237

REFILL CAPACITIES

Fluid Ford Part

Name

Application Capacity

Brake fluid MotorcraftHighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluid

All Fill to line onreservoir

Engine oil(includesfilter change)

MotorcraftSAE 5W-20PremiumSyntheticBlend MotorOil

3.8L OHV V6engine

4.7 L (5.0quarts)

4.6L SOHCV8 engine

5.7L (6.0quarts)

Enginecoolant 1

MotorcraftPremiumEngineCoolant(green-colored) or

MotorcraftPremiumGold EngineCoolant(yellow-colored)

3.8L OHV V6engine

11.2L (11.8quarts)

4.6L SOHCV8 engine

13.3L (14.1quarts)

Powersteering fluid

MotorcraftMERCONtATF

3.8L OHV V6engine

Keep inFULL HOTrange ondispstick

4.6L SOHCV8 engine

Fill tobetween MINand MAXlines onreservoir


238

Fluid Ford Part

Name

Application Capacity

Rear axlelubricant 2

MotorcraftSAE 80W-90PremiumRear AxleLubricant

7 .5 inch axle 1.5L (3.25pints)

MotorcraftSAE 75W-140SyntheticRear AxleLubricant

8.8 inch axle 2.0L (4.25pints)

Fuel tank N/A All 59.4L (15.7gallons)

Transmissionfluid 3

MotorcraftMERCONtVATF

Automaticwith 3.8LOHV V6engine

13.1L (13.9quarts) 4

Automaticwith 4.6LSOHC V8engine

12.0L (12.8quarts) 4

MotorcraftMERCONtATF

Manual with3.8L OHV V6engine

2.6L (5.6pints) 5

SyntheticMERCONtATF

Manual with4.6L SOHCV8 engine

3.8L (8.0pints) 5

Windshieldwasher fluid

Ultra-ClearWindshieldWasherConcentrate

All 3.8L (4.0quarts)

1Add the coolant type originally equipped in yourvehicle.2Rear axle lubricants do not need to be checked orchanged unless a leak is suspected, service isrequired or the axle assembly has been submergedin water. The axle lubricant should be changed anytime the rear axle has been submerged in water. Fill6 mm to 14 mm (1/4 inch to 9/16 inch) belowbottom of fill hole. Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of AdditiveFriction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A or equivalent


239

meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118–A forcomplete refill of Traction-Lok axles.3Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid isused. Transmission fluid requirements are indicatedon the dipstick or on the dipstick handle. MERCONtand MERCONt V are not interchangeable. DO NOTmix MERCONt and MERCONt V. Refer to yourscheduled maintenance guide to determine thecorrect service interval.4Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Someapplications may vary based on cooler size and ifequipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount oftransmission fluid and fluid level should be set bythe indication on the dipstick’s normal operatingrange.5Service refill capacity is determined by filling thetransmission to the bottom of the filler hole with thevehicle on a level surface.

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS

Item Ford part

name

Ford part

number

Ford

specification

Brake fluid MotorcraftHighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluid

PM-1 ESA-M6C25-Aand DOT 3

Doorweatherstrips

SiliconeLubricant

F7AZ-19G208-BAandF5AZ-19553-AA

ESR-M13P4-A

Door latch,hood latch,auxiliary hoodlatch, doorhinges, strikerplates, seattracks and fuelfiller doorhinge

Multi-PurposeGrease

XG-4orF5AZ-19G209-AA

ESR-M1C159-A


240

Item Ford part

name

Ford part

number

Ford

specification

Engine coolant MotorcraftPremiumEngine Coolant(green-colored)

VC-4–A (US)or CXC-10(Canada)

ESE-M97B44-A

MotorcraftPremium GoldEngine Coolant(yellow-colored)

VC-7–A WSS-M97B51–A1

Engine oil Motorcraft SAE5W-20 SuperPremium MotorOil

XO-5W20-QSP WSS-M2C153-Hwith APICertificationMark

Lock cylinders Penetratingand LockLubricant

MotorcraftXL-1

none

Power steeringfluid andconvertible topfluid (ifequipped)

MotorcraftMERCONt ATF

XT-2-QM MERCONt

Rear AxleLubricant

Motorcraft SAE80W-90Premium RearAxle Lubricant1

XY-80W90-QL WSP-M2C197-A

Motorcraft SAE75W-140Synthetic RearAxle Lubricant

XY-75W140-QL WSP-M2C192-A

Automatictransmissionfluid

MotorcraftMERCONtVATF 2

XT-5-QM MERCONtV

3.8L Manualtransmissionfluid

MotorcraftMERCONt ATF

XT-2-QDX MERCONt

4.6L Manualtransmissionfluid

MotorcraftSyntheticMERCONt ATF

XT-2–QSM MERCONt andESR-M2C163–A2

Disc brakecaliper rails

MotorcraftSilicone BrakeCaliper Greaseand DielectricCompound

XG-3 ESE-M1C171-A

Windshieldwasher fluid

Ultra-clearWindshieldWasherConcentrate

C9AZ-19550-AC ESR-M17P5-A


241

1Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction ModifierC8AZ-19B546-A or equivalent meeting Fordspecification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill ofTraction-Lok axles.

Ford design rear axles contain a synthetic lubricantthat does not require changing unless the axle hasbeen submerged in water.2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid isused. Transmission fluid requirements are indicatedon the dipstick or on the dipstick handle. MERCONtand MERCONt V are not interchangeable. DO NOTmix MERCONt and MERCONt V. Refer to yourscheduled maintenance guide to determine thecorrect service interval.

ENGINE DATA

Engine 3.8L OHV V6

engine

4.6L SOHC V8

engine

Cubic inches 232 281

Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane

Firing order 1-4-2-5-3-6 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8

Spark plug gap 1.3-1.4 mm(0.052-00.056inch)

1.3-1.4 mm(0.052-00.056inch)

Ignition system EDIS Coil on plug

Compression ratio 9.4:1 9.4:1

VEHICLE DIMENSIONS

Vehicle

dimensions

Coupe mm (in) Convertible mm

(in)

(1) Overall length 4653.3 (183.2) 4653.3 (183.2)

(2) Overall width 1856.7 (73.1) 1856.7 (73.1)

(3) Overall height 1348.7 (53.1) 1351.3 (53.2)

(4) Wheelbase 2573.0 (101.3) 2573.0 (101.3)

(5) Track - Front 1534.2 (60.4) 1 1534.2 (60.4) 1

(5) Track - Rear 1539.2 (60.6) 2 1539.2 (60.6) 2

1 1521.5 mm (59.9 in) for Mustang GT2 1526.5 mm (60.1 in) for Mustang GT


242

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE

Certification labelThe National HighwayTraffic SafetyAdministrationRegulations requirethat a Certificationlabel be affixed to avehicle and prescribewhere the Certificationlabel may be located.The Certification labelis located on the frontdoor latch pillar on the driver’s side.

25

3

4

1

MFD. BY FORD MOTOR CO. IN U.S.A.

EXT PNT: XXXXXX XXXXXX RC: XX DSO: XXXXBAR INT TR TP/PS R AXLE TR SPR X XX XXX X XX X XXXX

XXXXXXXXXX

UPC ∇F85B-1520472-AB

DATE: XXXXX GVWR:XXXXXXXXXXXX

VIN: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXTYPE: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX

FRONT GAWR: XXXXXX/XXXXXXXREAR GAWR: XXXXXXX/XXXXXXX

THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERALMOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY, BUMPER, AND THEFT PRE-VENTION STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE.


243

Vehicle identification number (VIN)The vehicleidentification number isattached to a metal tagand is located on thedriver side instrumentpanel. (Please notethat in the graphicXXXX is representativeof your vehicleidentification number.)

Engine numberThe engine number (the last eight numbers of thevehicle identification number) is stamped on theengine block and transmission.

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX


244

FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of genuine Ford accessories areavailable for your vehicle through your localauthorized Ford, Lincoln, Mercury or Ford of Canadadealer. These quality accessories have beenspecifically engineered to fulfill your automotiveneeds; they are custom designed to complement thestyle and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle.In addition, each accessory is made from highquality materials and meets or exceeds Ford’srigorous engineering and safety specifications. FordMotor Company will repair or replace any properlydealer-installed Ford accessory found to be defectivein factory-supplied materials or workmanship duringthe warranty period, as well as any componentdamaged by the defective accessory. The accessorywill be warranted for whichever provides you thegreatest benefit:

• 12 months or 2,000 km (12,000 miles) (whicheveroccurs first), or

• the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.

This means that genuine Ford accessories purchasedalong with your new vehicle and installed by thedealer are covered for the full length of your NewVehicle’s Limited Warranty — 3 years or 60,000 km(36,000 miles) (whichever occurs first). Contactyour dealer for details and a copy of the warranty.

Not all accessories are available for all models.

Vehicle SecurityAir bag anti-theft locks

Styled wheel locks

Vehicle security systems

Comfort and convenienceAsh Cup

Cargo nets

Cargo organizers

Cargo tray

Accessories

245

Dash trimElectrochromic mirror with compassElectrochromic mirror with compass andtemperature displayEngine block heatersRemote keyless entry systemRemote start system

Travel equipmentAuto headlamps with daytime running lights (DRL)

Daytime running lights (DRL)

First aid kit

Fog lights

Highway safety kit

Removable luggage rack

Removable luggage rack adapters (Bike, ski,snowboard)

Speed control

Protection and appearance equipmentAll-weather vinyl floor mats

Car cover

Cargo liners, interior

Carpet floor mats

Door edge guards

Door sill scuff plates, stainless

Flat splash guards

Front end covers (full and mini)

Gearshift knob

Leather steering wheel

Molded splash guards

Pedal covers

Seat belt extenders

Accessories

246

Side air deflectorSpoilerStyled hood deflectorTonneau cover (mini, for convertible top)Universal floor matsWheels (chrome and painted)For maximum vehicle performance, keep thefollowing information in mind when addingaccessories or equipment to your vehicle:

• When adding accessories, equipment, passengersand luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed thetotal weight capacity of the vehicle or of the frontor rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on theSafety compliance certification label). Consultyour dealer for specific weight information.

• The Federal Communications Commission (FCC)and Canadian Radio TelecommunicationsCommission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobilecommunications systems - such as two-wayradios, telephones and theft alarms - that areequipped with radio transmitters. Any suchequipment installed in your vehicle should complywith FCC or CRTC regulations and should beinstalled only by a qualified service technician.

• Mobile communications systems may harm theoperation of your vehicle, particularly if they arenot properly designed for automotive use or arenot properly installed. When operated, suchsystems may cause the engine to stumble or stallor cause the transmission to be damaged oroperate improperly. In addition, such systems maybe damaged or their performance may be affectedby operating your vehicle. (Citizens band [CB]transceivers, garage door openers and othertransmitters with outputs of five watts or less willnot ordinarily affect your vehicle’s operation.)

• Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverseeffects or damage that may result from the use ofsuch equipment.

Accessories

247

A

ABS (see Brakes) ... 140Air bag supplementalrestraintsystem .............. 114–115

and child safetyseats ....................... 116description ............ 115disposal .................. 119driver air bag ........ 117indicatorlight .................. 11, 119operation ............... 117passengerair bag .................... 117

Air cleaner filter ..... 237

Air conditioningmanual heatingand air conditioningsystem ..................... 63

Antifreeze(see Enginecoolant) ................... 206

Anti-lock brake system(see Brakes) .... 140–141

Anti-theft systemwarning light ........... 11

Audio system(see Radio) .......... 19, 43

Automatictransmission ............ 144

driving an automaticoverdrive ............... 146fluid, adding .......... 228fluid, checking ...... 228fluid, refillcapacities ............... 238fluid,specification .......... 242

Auxiliary powerpoint ........................... 78Axle

lubricantspecifications ... 240, 242refill capacities ...... 238traction lok ............ 144

B

Battery ..................... 203acid, treatingemergencies .......... 203charging systemwarning light ........... 11jumping a disabledbattery ................... 170maintenance-free .. 203replacement,specifications ........ 237servicing ................ 203voltage gauge .......... 16

BeltMinder ............... 109

Brakes .............. 138, 141anti-lock ......... 140–141anti-lock brakesystem (ABS)warning light ... 13, 141brake warninglight .......................... 14fluid, checkingand adding ............ 226fluid, refillcapacities ............... 238fluid,specifications ... 240, 242lubricantspecifications ... 240, 242parking .................. 139shift interlock ........ 144

Break-in period ........... 5

Bulbs .......................... 71

Index

248

C

Capacities forrefilling fluids .......... 238

Cargo net ................... 78

CD player .................. 43

CD-single premium ... 19

Certification Label .. 243

Changing a tire ....... 165

Child safetyrestraints ................. 120

child safetybelts ....................... 120

Child safety seats .... 123attaching withtether straps ......... 127in front seat .......... 125in rear seat ............ 125

Cleaning your vehicleenginecompartment ......... 188instrument panel .. 190interior ................... 191plastic parts .......... 190washing .................. 187waxing ................... 187wheels .................... 188wiper blades .......... 190

Climate control(see Air conditioningor Heating) ................ 63

Clock .............. 24, 34, 48

Clutchadjusting ................ 228operation whiledriving ................... 150recommendedshift speeds ........... 151

Console ...................... 84

Controlspower seat ............. 100

Convertible ................ 85cleaning ................. 192installation ofthe boot ................... 86lowering theconvertible top ........ 85raising theconvertible top ........ 87

Coolantchecking andadding .................... 206refillcapacities ....... 212, 238specifications ... 240, 242

Cruise control(see Speed control) .. 80

CustomerAssistance ................ 157

Ford accessoriesfor your vehicle .... 192Ford ExtendedService Plan .......... 178Getting assistanceoutside the U.S.and Canada ........... 183Getting roadsideassistance .............. 157Getting the serviceyou need ............... 176Ordering additionalowner’s literature . 184The DisputeSettlement Board . 179Utilizing theMediation/ArbitrationProgram ................. 183

Index

249

D

Daytime running lamps(see Lamps) .............. 67Defrost

rear window ............ 66Dipstick

automatictransmissionfluid ........................ 228engine oil ............... 199

Doorslubricantspecifications ........ 240

Driving underspecial conditions

through water ....... 153

E

Emergencies, roadsidejump-starting ........ 170

Emission controlsystem ...................... 223

Engine ...................... 242check engine/serviceengine soon light .... 11cleaning ................. 188coolant ................... 206idle speed control .... 203lubricationspecifications ... 240, 242refill capacities ...... 238servicepoints ............. 197–198starting aftera collision .............. 159

Engine blockheater ....................... 137

Engine oil ................ 199

checking andadding .................... 199dipstick .................. 199filter,specifications ... 202, 237recommendations .... 202refill capacities ...... 238specifications ... 240, 242

Exhaust fumes ........ 137

F

Floor mats ................. 85

Fluid capacities ....... 238

Foglamps ................... 67

Fuel .......................... 214calculating fueleconomy ................ 219cap ................... 12, 216capacity ................. 238choosing theright fuel ................ 217comparisons withEPA fuel economyestimates ............... 223detergent in fuel ... 218filling yourvehicle withfuel ......... 214, 216, 219filter,specifications ... 219, 237fuel pump shut-offswitch .................... 159gauge ....................... 16improving fueleconomy ................ 219low fuel warninglight .......................... 13octanerating ............. 217, 242quality .................... 218

Index

250

running outoffuel ......................... 218safety informationrelating toautomotive fuels ... 214

Fuses ........................ 160

G

Gas cap(see Fuel cap) ... 12, 216

Gas mileage(seeFuel economy) ........ 219

Gauges ....................... 15battery voltagegauge ....................... 16engine coolanttemperaturegauge ....................... 15engine oil pressuregauge ....................... 16fuel gauge ................ 16odometer ................. 17speedometer ........... 17tachometer .............. 17trip odometer .......... 18

GAWR (Gross AxleWeight Rating) ........ 154

definition ............... 154driving with aheavy load ............. 154location .................. 154

GVWR (Gross VehicleWeight Rating) ........ 154

calculating ............. 154definition ............... 154driving with aheavy load ............. 154location .................. 154

H

Hazard flashers ....... 158

Head restraints ......... 99

Headlamps ................. 67aiming ................ 68–69bulb specifications .. 71daytime runninglights ........................ 67flash to pass ............ 68high beam ......... 10, 68replacing bulbs ....... 72turning on and off .. 67warning chime ........ 15

Heatingheating and airconditioningsystem ..................... 63

Hood ........................ 196

I

Ignition ............. 133, 242removing the key .. 153

Infant seats (seeSafety seats) ........... 123

Inspection/maintenance(I/M) testing ............ 224

Instrument panelcleaning ................. 190cluster ...................... 10lighting up paneland interior ............. 68

J

Jack .......................... 165positioning ............. 165storage ................... 165

Index

251

Jump-starting yourvehicle ...................... 170

K

Keys ..................... 95–97key in ignitionchime ....................... 14positions of theignition .................. 133removing fromthe ignition ............ 153

L

Lampsbulb replacementspecificationschart ........................ 71cargo lamps ............. 68daytime runninglight .......................... 67fog lamps ................. 67headlamps ......... 67, 72headlamps, flashto pass ..................... 68instrument panel,dimming ................... 68interior lamps ... 70, 72replacingbulbs .................. 71–75

Lane change indicator(see Turn signal) ...... 70

Lights, warning andindicator .................... 10

air bag ...................... 11anti-lock brakes(ABS) .............. 13, 141anti-theft ................. 11brake ........................ 14charging system ...... 11fuel cap light ........... 12

high beam ............... 10low fuel .................... 13overdrive off ............ 13safety belt ............... 10service enginesoon ......................... 11traction controlactive ....................... 13turn signalindicator .................. 10

Limited slip axle(see Traction Loc) .. 144Load limits ............... 154

GAWR .................... 154GVWR .................... 154trailer towing ........ 154

Locksdoors ........................ 89

Lubricantspecifications ... 240, 242Lug nuts,anti-theft .................. 169Lumbar support,seats ......................... 100

M

Manualtransmission ............ 150

fluid capacities ...... 238lubricantspecifications ........ 242reverse ................... 152

Mirrorsside view mirrors(power) ................... 80

Motorcraftparts ................. 219, 237

O

Octane rating .......... 217

Index

252

Odometer ................... 17Oil (seeEngine oil) ............... 199

Overdrive ........... 84, 146

P

Panic alarm feature,remote entrysystem ........................ 92

Parking brake .......... 139

Parts (see Motorcraftparts) ....................... 237

Power distributionbox (see Fuses) ...... 163

Power door locks ...... 89

Power mirrors ........... 80

Power point ............... 78

Power steering ........ 142fluid, checkingand adding ............ 225fluid, refillcapacity ................. 238fluid,specifications ... 240, 242

Power Windows ......... 78

R

Radio .................... 19, 43

Radio reception ... 61–62

Rear windowdefroster .................... 66

Relays ...................... 160

Remote entrysystem .................. 91–92

illuminated entry .... 94

locking/unlockingdoors .................. 89, 92opening the trunk ... 93panic alarm ............. 92replacement/additionaltransmitters ............. 94replacing thebatteries .................. 93

Roadsideassistance ................ 157

S

Safety belts (seeSafety restraints) ..... 14,

102, 104–107

Safety defects,reporting .................. 186

Safetyrestraints ... 102, 104–107

belt minder ........... 109cleaning thesafety belts ............ 113extensionassembly ................ 113for adults ....... 104–107for children ... 119–120warning lightand chime ............... 10,

14, 108–109

Safety seatsfor children .............. 123

Seat belts (see Safetyrestraints) ................ 102

Seats .......................... 99child safety seats .. 123

SecuriLock passiveanti-theftsystem .................. 95–97

Index

253

Servicing yourvehicle ...................... 194

Spare tire(see Changingthe Tire) .................. 165

Spark plugs,specifications ... 237, 242

Specification chart,lubricants ......... 240, 242

Speed control ............ 80

Speedometer ............. 17

Starting yourvehicle ...... 133–134, 136

jump starting ........ 170

Steering wheelcontrols .............. 77, 80tilting ....................... 77

T

Tachometer ............... 17

Tires ......... 165, 232–234changing ........ 165–166checking thepressure ................. 234replacing ................ 235rotating .................. 234snow tires andchains .................... 236tire grades ............. 233treadwear .............. 232

Towing ..................... 156recreationaltowing .................... 156trailer towing ........ 156wrecker .................. 175

Traction control ...... 142active light .............. 13

Traction-lok rearaxle .......................... 144

Transmissionautomaticoperation ............... 144fluid, checkingand adding(automatic) ........... 228fluid, checkingand adding(manual) ............... 231fluid, refillcapacities ............... 238lubricantspecifications ... 240, 242manual operation .. 150

Trip odometer ........... 18

Trunk ......................... 89remote release .. 85, 93

Turn signal .......... 10, 70

V

Vehicle dimensions . 242

Vehicle IdentificationNumber (VIN) ......... 244

Vehicle loading ........ 154

Ventilating yourvehicle ...................... 138

W

Warning chimes ... 14–15

Warning lights(see Lights) ............... 10

Washer fluid ............ 199

Water, Drivingthrough .................... 153

Index

254

Windowspower ....................... 78

Windshield washerfluid and wipers

checking andadding fluid ........... 199

checking andcleaning ................... 76operation ................. 76replacing wiperblades ...................... 77

Wrecker towing ....... 175

Index

255

256

Documents

02 mustang