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Table of Contents
Introduction
PERCHLORATE MATERIAL
CONGRATULATIONS
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
Warning symbols in this guide
Warning symbols on your vehicle
Protecting the environment
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE
SPECIAL NOTICES
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
Special instructions
Service Data Recording
Event Data Recording
Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles
Using your vehicle with a snowplow
Using your vehicle as an ambulance
Cell phone use
Export unique (NonâUnited States/Canada) vehicle specific information
Instrument Cluster
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES
GAUGES
Entertainment Systems
AUDIO SYSTEMS
AM/FM/single CD/in-dash CD6/MP3 satellite compatible sound system
Auxiliary input jack
GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION
Satellite radio information (if equipped)
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Climate Controls
MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Operating tips
DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
Operating tips
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER
Lights
HEADLAMP CONTROL
Autolamp control (if equipped)
Autolamp delay system (if equipped)
Foglamp control (if equipped)
High beams
Flash to pass
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS
Vertical aim adjustment
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL
INTERIOR LAMPS
Dome lamps and map lamps
Cargo and dome lamp
BULB REPLACEMENT
Headlamp Condensation
Using the right bulbs
Replacing the interior bulbs
Replacing exterior bulbs
Replacing headlamp bulbs
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal/sidemarker bulbs
Replacing sidemarker bulbs
Replacing tail/stop/turn/backup lamp bulbs
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs
Replacing foglamp bulbs (if equipped)
Driver Controls
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER
Windshield wiper features (if equipped with Autolamp feature)
Rear window wiper/washer controls
TILT STEERING WHEEL
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)
Storage compartment (if equipped)
CENTER CONSOLE
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)
POWER WINDOWS
One touch down
Window lock
Accessory delay
INTERIOR MIRROR
Automatic dimming rear view mirror (if equipped)
Electronic compass
Compass zone adjustment
Compass calibration adjustment
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power side view mirrors
Fold-away mirrors
Heated outside mirrors (if equipped)
SPEED CONTROL
Setting speed control
Disengaging speed control
Resuming a set speed
Increasing speed while using speed control
Reducing speed while using speed control
Turning off speed control
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)
Radio control features
MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)
MESSAGE CENTER
Selectable features
Reset
Info menu
Odometer/Trip odometer
Distance to empty (DTE)
Average fuel economy (AFE)
Instantaneous fuel economy
Setup menu
Reset to English (if in another language)
System check
Oil life
Units (English/Metric)
Autolamp delay
Autolock
Autounlock
Language
System warnings
LIFTGATE
CARGO AREA FEATURES
Cargo shade (if equipped)
Cargo management system (if equipped)
LUGGAGE RACK (IF EQUIPPED)
To adjust the cross-bar (if equipped) position:
To remove the cross-bar assembly (if equipped) from the roof rack side rails:
To reinstall the cross-bar assembly (if equipped) to the roof rack side rails:
Locks and Security
KEYS
RECOMMENDED HANDLING OF THE INTEGRATED KEYHEAD TRANSMITTER (IKT)
POWER DOOR LOCKS
Door key unlocking/locking
Unlocking the doors
Locking the doors
Autolock
Deactivating/activating autolock
Power door unlock/lock procedure
Keyless entry key pad procedure
Message center procedure
Autounlock
Deactivating/activating autounlock
Power door lock switch autounlock enable/disable procedure
Keyless entry key pad autounlock enable/disable procedure
Message center procedure
Smart unlocking feature
CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Two step door unlocking
One step door unlocking
Switching from two step to one step door unlocking
Locking the doors
Opening the liftgate (if equipped)
Car finder
Sounding a panic alarm
Replacing the battery
Replacing lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)
How to reprogram your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)
Illuminated entry
Perimeter lamps illuminated entry
Deactivating/activating perimeter lamps illuminated entry
Illuminated exit
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
Programming your own personal entry code
Erasing personal code
Anti-scan feature
Unlocking and locking the doors and liftgate using keyless entry
SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
Anti-theft indicator
Automatic arming
Automatic disarming
Replacement Integrated Keyless Transmitters (IKT) and coded keys
Programming spare keys
Seating and Safety Restraints
FRONT SEATS
Adjustable head restraints
Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)
Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)
Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)
Heated seats (if equipped)
REAR SEATS
Head restraints
Folding down rear seats
Returning the rear seats to upright position
To remove the rear cushion
To install the rear cushion
SAFETY RESTRAINTS
Personal Safety System
How does the Personal Safety System work?
Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints
Front crash severity sensor
Driverâs seat position sensor
Front passenger sensing system
Front safety belt usage sensors
Front safety belt pretensioners
Front safety belt energy management retractors
Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational
Safety restraints precautions
Combination lap and shoulder belts
Energy Management Feature
Vehicle sensitive mode
Automatic locking mode
When to use the automatic locking mode
How to use the automatic locking mode
How to disengage the automatic locking mode
Safety belt height adjustment
Safety belt pretensioner
Safety belt extension assembly
Safety belt maintenance
Safety belt warning light and indicator chime
Conditions of operation
Belt-Minder
One time disable
Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder feature
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
Important SRS precautions
Children and airbags
How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work?
Front passenger sensing system
Determining if the system is operational
Seat-mounted side airbag system
How does the side airbag system work?
Determining if the system is operational
Safety Canopy system
How does the Safety Canopy system work?
Determining if the system is operational
Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles (including pretensioners)
SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN
Important child restraint precautions
Children and safety belts
Child booster seats
When children should use booster seats
Types of booster seats
The importance of shoulder belts
SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN
Child and infant or child safety seats
Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts
Attaching child safety seats with tether straps
Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) attachments for child seat anchors
Tires, Wheels and Loading
NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS
VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS
4 WD and AWD Systems (if equipped)
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING
Treadwear
Traction AA A B C
Temperature A B C
TIRES
Glossary of tire terminology
INFLATING YOUR TIRES
TIRE CARE
Inspecting your tires
Tire wear
Damage
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
Tire replacement requirements
Safety practices
Highway hazards
Tire and wheel alignment
Tire rotation
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL
Information on âPâ type tires
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for âLTâ type tires
Information on âTâ type tires
Location of the tire label
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)
Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
When your temporary spare tire is installed
When you believe your system is not operating properly
When inflating your tires
How temperature affects your tire pressure
SNOW TIRES AND CABLES
VEHICLE LOADING â WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER
Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility-type vehicles
TRAILER TOWING
Preparing to tow
Hitches
Safety chains
Trailer brakes
Trailer lamps
Driving while you tow
Servicing after towing
Trailer towing tips
Launching or retrieving a boat
RECREATIONAL TOWING
Driving
STARTING
Positions of the ignition
Preparing to start your vehicle
Important safety precautions
Starting the engine
Guarding against exhaust fumes
Important ventilating information
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)
BRAKES
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)
Using ABS
ABS warning lamp
Parking brake
ADVANCETRAC WITH ROLL STABILITY CONTROL (RSC) STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM
STEERING
PREPARING TO DRIVE
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION
Brake-shift interlock
Driving with an automatic overdrive transaxle
Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4âspeed automatic transaxle
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow
REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
FOUR WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles
Basic operating principles
If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement
If your vehicle gets stuck
Emergency maneuvers
Sand
Mud and water
Driving on hilly or sloping terrain
Driving on snow and ice
Maintenance and Modifications
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
Roadside Emergencies
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Getting roadside assistance
Using roadside assistance
Roadside coverage beyond basic warranty
HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH
FUSES AND RELAYS
Fuses
Standard fuse amperage rating and color
Passenger compartment fuse panel
Power distribution box
CHANGING A FLAT TIRE
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information
Stopping and securing the vehicle
Removing the jack and tools
Removing the spare tire or spare tire and tether (if equipped)
Tire change procedure
Stowing the jack and tools
Stowing the flat/spare tire
WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
JUMP STARTING
Preparing your vehicle
Connecting the jumper cables
Jump starting
Removing the jumper cables
WRECKER TOWING
Customer Assistance
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED
At home
Away from home
Additional Assistance
IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)
THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)
FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNERâS LITERATURE
Obtaining a French ownerâs guide
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY)
Cleaning
WASHING THE EXTERIOR
WAXING
PAINT CHIPS
ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS
ENGINE
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES
INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS
INTERIOR
LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
UNDERBODY
FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS
Maintenance and Specifications
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
Working with the engine off
Working with the engine on
OPENING THE HOOD
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
2.3L I4 engine
3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
Changing rear window wiper blade
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Adding engine oil
Engine oil and filter recommendations
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil
BATTERY
ENGINE COOLANT
Checking engine coolant
Adding engine coolant
Recycled engine coolant
Coolant refill capacity
Severe climates
What you should know about fail-safe cooling (2.3L I4 engine only)
How fail-safe cooling works
When fail-safe mode is activated
FUEL FILTER
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS
Important safety precautions
Refueling
Fuel Filler Cap
Choosing the right fuel
Octane recommendations
Fuel quality
Cleaner air
Running out of fuel
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY
Measuring techniques
Filling the tank
Calculating fuel economy
Driving style â good driving and fuel economy habits
Habits
Maintenance
Conditions
EPA window sticker
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
On board diagnostics (OBD-II)
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
BRAKE FLUID
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid
Low fluid level
Correct fluid level
High fluid level
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels
AIR FILTER
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
ENGINE DATA
Engine drivebelt routing
IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE
Safety Compliance Certification Label
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS
Accessories
GENUINE MERCURY ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
Exterior style
Interior style
Lifestyle
Peace of mind
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Table of Contents
1
Introduction
4
PERCHLORATE MATERIAL
4
CONGRATULATIONS
4
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
5
Warning symbols in this guide
5
Warning symbols on your vehicle
5
Protecting the environment
5
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE
6
SPECIAL NOTICES
6
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
6
Special instructions
6
Service Data Recording
7
Event Data Recording
7
Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles
8
Using your vehicle with a snowplow
8
Using your vehicle as an ambulance
8
Cell phone use
8
Export unique (NonâUnited States/Canada) vehicle specific information
9
Instrument Cluster
12
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES
12
GAUGES
16
Entertainment Systems
19
AUDIO SYSTEMS
19
AM/FM/single CD/in-dash CD6/MP3 satellite compatible sound system
19
Auxiliary input jack
26
GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION
27
Satellite radio information (if equipped)
29
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
32
Climate Controls
33
MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
33
Operating tips
34
DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)
36
Operating tips
38
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER
39
Lights
40
HEADLAMP CONTROL
40
Autolamp control (if equipped)
40
Autolamp delay system (if equipped)
41
Foglamp control (if equipped)
41
High beams
42
Flash to pass
42
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL
42
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS
42
Vertical aim adjustment
42
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL
44
INTERIOR LAMPS
44
Dome lamps and map lamps
44
Cargo and dome lamp
45
BULB REPLACEMENT
45
Headlamp Condensation
45
Using the right bulbs
46
Replacing the interior bulbs
46
Replacing exterior bulbs
46
Replacing headlamp bulbs
47
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal/sidemarker bulbs
47
Replacing sidemarker bulbs
48
Replacing tail/stop/turn/backup lamp bulbs
48
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
49
Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs
49
Replacing foglamp bulbs (if equipped)
50
Driver Controls
51
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER
51
Windshield wiper features (if equipped with Autolamp feature)
51
Rear window wiper/washer controls
52
TILT STEERING WHEEL
52
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)
53
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)
53
Storage compartment (if equipped)
53
CENTER CONSOLE
53
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)
54
POWER WINDOWS
55
One touch down
56
Window lock
56
Accessory delay
56
INTERIOR MIRROR
56
Automatic dimming rear view mirror (if equipped)
57
Electronic compass
57
Compass zone adjustment
58
Compass calibration adjustment
59
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
59
Power side view mirrors
59
Fold-away mirrors
60
Heated outside mirrors (if equipped)
60
SPEED CONTROL
60
Setting speed control
60
Disengaging speed control
61
Resuming a set speed
61
Increasing speed while using speed control
62
Reducing speed while using speed control
62
Turning off speed control
63
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)
63
Radio control features
63
MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)
64
MESSAGE CENTER
65
Selectable features
65
Reset
65
Info menu
65
Odometer/Trip odometer
65
Distance to empty (DTE)
66
Average fuel economy (AFE)
66
Instantaneous fuel economy
66
Setup menu
67
Reset to English (if in another language)
67
System check
67
Oil life
68
Units (English/Metric)
68
Autolamp delay
68
Autolock
69
Autounlock
69
Language
69
System warnings
70
LIFTGATE
72
CARGO AREA FEATURES
73
Cargo shade (if equipped)
73
Cargo management system (if equipped)
74
LUGGAGE RACK (IF EQUIPPED)
74
74
To adjust the cross-bar (if equipped) position:
75
To remove the cross-bar assembly (if equipped) from the roof rack side rails:
75
To reinstall the cross-bar assembly (if equipped) to the roof rack side rails:
76
Locks and Security
77
KEYS
77
RECOMMENDED HANDLING OF THE INTEGRATED KEYHEAD TRANSMITTER (IKT)
78
POWER DOOR LOCKS
79
Door key unlocking/locking
79
Unlocking the doors
79
Locking the doors
79
Autolock
79
Deactivating/activating autolock
79
Power door unlock/lock procedure
80
Keyless entry key pad procedure
80
Message center procedure
81
Autounlock
81
Deactivating/activating autounlock
81
Power door lock switch autounlock enable/disable procedure
81
Keyless entry key pad autounlock enable/disable procedure
82
Message center procedure
82
Smart unlocking feature
82
CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS
83
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
83
Two step door unlocking
84
One step door unlocking
84
Switching from two step to one step door unlocking
85
Locking the doors
85
Opening the liftgate (if equipped)
85
Car finder
85
Sounding a panic alarm
85
Replacing the battery
85
Replacing lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)
86
How to reprogram your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)
86
Illuminated entry
87
Perimeter lamps illuminated entry
87
Deactivating/activating perimeter lamps illuminated entry
87
Illuminated exit
88
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM
88
Programming your own personal entry code
89
Erasing personal code
89
Anti-scan feature
89
Unlocking and locking the doors and liftgate using keyless entry
89
SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
90
Anti-theft indicator
90
Automatic arming
91
Automatic disarming
91
Replacement Integrated Keyless Transmitters (IKT) and coded keys
91
Programming spare keys
92
Seating and Safety Restraints
94
FRONT SEATS
94
Adjustable head restraints
94
Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)
95
Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)
96
Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)
96
Heated seats (if equipped)
98
REAR SEATS
98
Head restraints
98
Folding down rear seats
99
Returning the rear seats to upright position
101
To remove the rear cushion
102
To install the rear cushion
103
SAFETY RESTRAINTS
103
Personal Safety System
103
How does the Personal Safety System work?
104
Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints
104
Front crash severity sensor
104
Driverâs seat position sensor
104
Front passenger sensing system
105
Front safety belt usage sensors
105
Front safety belt pretensioners
106
Front safety belt energy management retractors
106
Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational
106
Safety restraints precautions
106
Combination lap and shoulder belts
108
Energy Management Feature
108
Vehicle sensitive mode
108
Automatic locking mode
109
When to use the automatic locking mode
109
How to use the automatic locking mode
109
How to disengage the automatic locking mode
109
Safety belt height adjustment
110
Safety belt pretensioner
110
Safety belt extension assembly
111
Safety belt maintenance
111
Safety belt warning light and indicator chime
112
Conditions of operation
112
Belt-Minder
112
One time disable
115
Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder feature
115
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
117
Important SRS precautions
117
Children and airbags
119
How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work?
119
Front passenger sensing system
121
Determining if the system is operational
125
Seat-mounted side airbag system
126
How does the side airbag system work?
127
Determining if the system is operational
128
Safety Canopy system
129
How does the Safety Canopy system work?
130
Determining if the system is operational
131
Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles (including pretensioners)
132
SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN
132
Important child restraint precautions
132
Children and safety belts
132
Child booster seats
133
When children should use booster seats
133
Types of booster seats
134
The importance of shoulder belts
135
SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN
136
Child and infant or child safety seats
136
Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts
137
Attaching child safety seats with tether straps
140
Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) attachments for child seat anchors
141
Tires, Wheels and Loading
144
NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS
144
VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS
144
4 WD and AWD Systems (if equipped)
144
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles
145
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING
146
Treadwear
147
Traction AA A B C
147
Temperature A B C
147
TIRES
147
Glossary of tire terminology
148
INFLATING YOUR TIRES
149
TIRE CARE
150
Inspecting your tires
150
Tire wear
151
Damage
151
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
152
Tire replacement requirements
152
Safety practices
153
Highway hazards
154
Tire and wheel alignment
154
Tire rotation
154
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL
156
Information on âPâ type tires
156
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for âLTâ type tires
159
Information on âTâ type tires
160
Location of the tire label
160
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)
161
Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
162
When your temporary spare tire is installed
163
When you believe your system is not operating properly
163
When inflating your tires
165
How temperature affects your tire pressure
165
SNOW TIRES AND CABLES
166
VEHICLE LOADING â WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER
166
Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility-type vehicles
172
TRAILER TOWING
172
Preparing to tow
174
Hitches
174
Safety chains
175
Trailer brakes
175
Trailer lamps
175
Driving while you tow
175
Servicing after towing
176
Trailer towing tips
176
Launching or retrieving a boat
177
RECREATIONAL TOWING
177
Driving
178
STARTING
178
Positions of the ignition
178
Preparing to start your vehicle
178
Important safety precautions
179
Starting the engine
181
Guarding against exhaust fumes
181
Important ventilating information
181
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)
182
BRAKES
182
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)
182
Using ABS
183
ABS warning lamp
183
Parking brake
183
ADVANCETRAC WITH ROLL STABILITY CONTROL (RSC) STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM
185
STEERING
189
PREPARING TO DRIVE
189
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION
190
Brake-shift interlock
190
Driving with an automatic overdrive transaxle
191
Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4âspeed automatic transaxle
192
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow
194
REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
195
FOUR WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
197
Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles
197
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles
197
Basic operating principles
197
If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement
198
If your vehicle gets stuck
198
Emergency maneuvers
199
Sand
199
Mud and water
200
Driving on hilly or sloping terrain
201
Driving on snow and ice
202
Maintenance and Modifications
202
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
203
Roadside Emergencies
204
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
204
Getting roadside assistance
204
Using roadside assistance
205
Roadside coverage beyond basic warranty
205
HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL
206
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH
207
FUSES AND RELAYS
207
Fuses
207
Standard fuse amperage rating and color
208
Passenger compartment fuse panel
208
Power distribution box
211
CHANGING A FLAT TIRE
214
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information
214
Stopping and securing the vehicle
216
Removing the jack and tools
217
Removing the spare tire or spare tire and tether (if equipped)
218
Tire change procedure
219
Stowing the jack and tools
222
Stowing the flat/spare tire
222
WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
224
JUMP STARTING
224
Preparing your vehicle
224
Connecting the jumper cables
225
Jump starting
227
Removing the jumper cables
228
WRECKER TOWING
230
Customer Assistance
232
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED
232
At home
232
Away from home
232
Additional Assistance
233
IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)
234
THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)
235
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)
236
FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN
236
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA
237
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNERâS LITERATURE
238
Obtaining a French ownerâs guide
238
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)
238
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY)
239
Cleaning
240
WASHING THE EXTERIOR
240
WAXING
241
PAINT CHIPS
241
ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS
241
ENGINE
242
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS
243
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES
243
INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS
244
INTERIOR
245
LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
245
UNDERBODY
246
FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS
246
Maintenance and Specifications
248
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
248
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
248
Working with the engine off
248
Working with the engine on
248
OPENING THE HOOD
249
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT
250
2.3L I4 engine
250
3.0L DOHC V6 Duratec engine
251
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
252
Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate
252
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
253
Changing rear window wiper blade
254
ENGINE OIL
254
Checking the engine oil
254
Adding engine oil
256
Engine oil and filter recommendations
257
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil
257
BATTERY
258
ENGINE COOLANT
260
Checking engine coolant
260
Adding engine coolant
261
Recycled engine coolant
263
Coolant refill capacity
264
Severe climates
264
What you should know about fail-safe cooling (2.3L I4 engine only)
265
How fail-safe cooling works
265
When fail-safe mode is activated
265
FUEL FILTER
266
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS
266
Important safety precautions
266
Refueling
268
Fuel Filler Cap
268
Choosing the right fuel
269
Octane recommendations
269
Fuel quality
270
Cleaner air
270
Running out of fuel
270
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY
271
Measuring techniques
271
Filling the tank
271
Calculating fuel economy
271
Driving style â good driving and fuel economy habits
272
Habits
272
Maintenance
273
Conditions
273
EPA window sticker
273
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
274
On board diagnostics (OBD-II)
275
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
276
BRAKE FLUID
277
TRANSMISSION FLUID
277
Checking automatic transmission fluid
277
Low fluid level
278
Correct fluid level
278
High fluid level
278
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels
278
AIR FILTER
279
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
281
MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
282
ENGINE DATA
284
Engine drivebelt routing
284
IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE
285
Safety Compliance Certification Label
285
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
285
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS
286
Accessories
287
GENUINE MERCURY ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
287
Exterior style
287
Interior style
287
Lifestyle
287
Peace of mind
288
Index
289
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