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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
Cell phone use
Export unique (NonâUnited States/Canada) vehicle specific information
Instrument Cluster
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES
GAUGES
Entertainment Systems
AUDIO SYSTEMS
Quick start â How to get going
Listening to the radio
Listening to satellite radio (if equipped)
Listening to a CD/MP3 (if equipped)
AM/FM single CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system (if equipped)
Premium/Audiophile AM/FM in-dash six CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system (if equipped)
USB port (if equipped)
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
SYNC SYSTEM (LATE AVAILABILITY â IF EQUIPPED)
Climate Controls
MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Manual heating and air conditioning system operating tips
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (ATC) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) system with heated seats (if equipped)
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) system operating tips
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER
Lights
HEADLAMP CONTROL
Autolamp control (if equipped)
Autolamps - Programmable exit delay
Fog lamp control (if equipped)
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (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
Ambient/Mood lighting (if equipped)
BULB REPLACEMENT
Headlamp Condensation
Using the right bulbs
Replacing exterior bulbs
Replacing headlamp bulbs
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs
Replacing front side marker bulbs
Replacing stop/tail/turn/and side marker bulbs
Replacing rear turn signal bulbs
Replacing backup lamp bulbs
Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulb
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
Replacing fog lamp bulbs (if equipped)
Driver Controls
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER
Windshield wiper features (if equipped with Autolamp feature)
TILT/TELESCOPE STEERING WHEEL
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
Storage compartment
CENTER CONSOLE
CLOCK
INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE COMPARTMENT
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)
POWER WINDOWS
One touch down (AUTO)
Accessory delay
Window lock
INTERIOR MIRROR
Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped)
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power side view mirrors
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)
Average Speed
Trip elapsed drive time
Compass display (if equipped)
Compass zone/calibration adjustment
Setup menu
System check
Units (English/Metric)
Language
Easy entry/exit (if equipped)
Reverse Sensing System (Park assist) (if equipped)
System warnings
INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL
Locks and Security
KEYS
Recommended handling of the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT)
POWER DOOR LOCKS
Smart locks
Power door lock/unlock inhibit feature
Autolock feature
Autounlock feature
Deactivating/activating autolock feature
Keyless entry key pad procedure
Deactivating/activating autounlock feature
Keyless entry key pad procedure
CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS
INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM
Unlocking the doors/two stage unlock
Locking the doors
Car finder
Sounding a panic alarm
Opening the trunk
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
Battery saver
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Programming a personal entry code
Erasing personal code
Anti-scan feature
Unlocking and locking the doors 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
PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM
Arming the system
Disarming the system
Triggering the anti-theft system
Seating and Safety Restraints
SEATING
Adjustable head restraints
Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)
Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)
Folding down the front passenger seatback (if equipped)
Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)
REAR SEATS
Split-folding rear seatbacks
Seat mounted cup holders and armrest storage compartment (if equipped)
SAFETY RESTRAINTS
Personal Safety Systemâ¢
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 belt precautions
Combination lap and shoulder belts
Energy Management Feature â Front Outboard
Vehicle sensitive mode
Automatic locking mode
How to use the automatic locking mode
When to use the automatic locking mode
How to disengage the automatic locking mode
Safety belt pretensioner
Safety belt height adjustment
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 supplemental restraint system precautions
Children and airbags
How does the safety belt pretensioner and 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
Side curtain airbag system
How does the side air curtain 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
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 CHAINS
VEHICLE LOADING
TRAILER TOWING
RECREATIONAL TOWING
Driving
STARTING
Positions of the ignition
Starting 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) (if equipped)
ABS warning lamp
Using ABS
Parking brake
TRACTION CONTROL⢠(IF EQUIPPED)
STEERING
Speed sensitive steering
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION
Brake-shift interlock
Understanding the gearshift positions of the 5âspeed automatic transaxle (if equipped)
Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6âspeed automatic transaxle (if equipped)
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow
MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
Using the clutch
Recommended shift speeds
Reverse
Parking your vehicle
Removing the key
REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Driving off-highway with AWD vehicles
Basic operating principles
If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement
If your vehicle gets stuck
Emergency maneuvers
AWD Systems (if equipped)
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 THE TIRES
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information
Stopping and securing the vehicle
Removing the spare tire and jack
Tire change procedure
Stowing the wheel and jack
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
2.3L I4 ENGINE
3.0L DOHC 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
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
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
POWER STEERING FLUID
BRAKE/CLUTCH FLUID
TRANSAXLE FLUID
Checking 5âspeed automatic transaxle fluid (If equipped)
Low fluid level
Correct fluid level
High fluid level
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels
Checking 6âspeed automatic transmission fluid (if equipped)
Checking automatic transmission fluid at normal operating temperature (140°F-158°F [60°C-70°C])
Checking automatic transmission fluid at cool temperature (59°F-77°F [15°C-25°C])
Low fluid level
High fluid level
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels
Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped)
AIR FILTER
Changing the air filter element
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
5
SPECIAL NOTICES
5
New Vehicle Limited Warranty
5
Special instructions
6
Service Data Recording
6
Event Data Recording
6
Cell phone use
7
Export unique (NonâUnited States/Canada) vehicle specific information
7
Instrument Cluster
10
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES
10
GAUGES
14
Entertainment Systems
16
AUDIO SYSTEMS
16
Quick start â How to get going
16
Listening to the radio
16
Listening to satellite radio (if equipped)
17
Listening to a CD/MP3 (if equipped)
17
AM/FM single CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system (if equipped)
20
Premium/Audiophile AM/FM in-dash six CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system (if equipped)
27
USB port (if equipped)
36
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
43
SYNC SYSTEM (LATE AVAILABILITY â IF EQUIPPED)
43
Climate Controls
44
MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
44
Manual heating and air conditioning system operating tips
45
AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (ATC) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
46
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) system with heated seats (if equipped)
48
Automatic Temperature Control (ATC) system operating tips
50
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER
51
Lights
52
HEADLAMP CONTROL
52
Autolamp control (if equipped)
52
Autolamps - Programmable exit delay
52
Fog lamp control (if equipped)
53
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)
53
High beams
54
Flash to pass
54
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL
54
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS
55
Vertical aim adjustment
55
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL
56
INTERIOR LAMPS
56
Dome lamps and map lamps
56
Ambient/Mood lighting (if equipped)
57
BULB REPLACEMENT
57
Headlamp Condensation
57
Using the right bulbs
57
Replacing exterior bulbs
58
Replacing headlamp bulbs
58
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs
62
Replacing front side marker bulbs
64
Replacing stop/tail/turn/and side marker bulbs
64
Replacing rear turn signal bulbs
64
Replacing backup lamp bulbs
65
Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulb
66
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
66
Replacing fog lamp bulbs (if equipped)
66
Driver Controls
68
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER
68
Windshield wiper features (if equipped with Autolamp feature)
68
TILT/TELESCOPE STEERING WHEEL
69
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)
69
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
70
Storage compartment
70
CENTER CONSOLE
70
CLOCK
71
INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE COMPARTMENT
71
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)
71
POWER WINDOWS
72
One touch down (AUTO)
73
Accessory delay
73
Window lock
73
INTERIOR MIRROR
74
Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped)
74
EXTERIOR MIRRORS
75
Power side view mirrors
75
SPEED CONTROL
75
Setting speed control
75
Disengaging speed control
76
Resuming a set speed
77
Increasing speed while using speed control
77
Reducing speed while using speed control
77
Turning off speed control
78
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)
78
Radio control features
78
MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)
80
MESSAGE CENTER
82
Selectable features
82
Reset
82
Info menu
82
Odometer/Trip odometer
83
Distance to empty (DTE)
83
Average fuel economy (AFE)
83
Average Speed
84
Trip elapsed drive time
84
Compass display (if equipped)
84
Compass zone/calibration adjustment
85
Setup menu
86
System check
86
Units (English/Metric)
87
Language
87
Easy entry/exit (if equipped)
87
Reverse Sensing System (Park assist) (if equipped)
88
System warnings
88
INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL
91
Locks and Security
92
KEYS
92
Recommended handling of the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT)
93
POWER DOOR LOCKS
94
Smart locks
94
Power door lock/unlock inhibit feature
94
Autolock feature
95
Autounlock feature
96
Deactivating/activating autolock feature
96
Keyless entry key pad procedure
97
Deactivating/activating autounlock feature
97
Keyless entry key pad procedure
98
CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS
99
INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE
99
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM
101
Unlocking the doors/two stage unlock
102
Locking the doors
102
Car finder
102
Sounding a panic alarm
102
Opening the trunk
103
Replacing the battery
103
Replacing lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)
104
How to reprogram your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs)
104
Illuminated entry
104
Perimeter lamps illuminated entry
104
Deactivating/activating perimeter lamps illuminated entry
105
Illuminated exit
105
Battery saver
106
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
106
Programming a personal entry code
106
Erasing personal code
107
Anti-scan feature
107
Unlocking and locking the doors using keyless entry
107
SECURILOCK⢠PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
108
Anti-theft indicator
108
Automatic arming
109
Automatic disarming
109
Replacement Integrated Keyless Transmitters (IKT) and coded keys
109
Programming spare keys
109
PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM
111
Arming the system
111
Disarming the system
112
Triggering the anti-theft system
112
Seating and Safety Restraints
113
SEATING
113
Adjustable head restraints
113
Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)
114
Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)
114
Folding down the front passenger seatback (if equipped)
115
Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)
116
REAR SEATS
118
Split-folding rear seatbacks
118
Seat mounted cup holders and armrest storage compartment (if equipped)
120
SAFETY RESTRAINTS
120
Personal Safety Systemâ¢
120
How does the Personal Safety System⢠work?
121
Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints
121
Front crash severity sensor
121
Driverâs seat position sensor
121
Front passenger sensing system
122
Front safety belt usage sensors
122
Front safety belt pretensioners
123
Front safety belt energy management retractors
123
Determining if the Personal Safety System⢠is operational
123
Safety belt precautions
124
Combination lap and shoulder belts
125
Energy Management Feature â Front Outboard
125
Vehicle sensitive mode
126
Automatic locking mode
126
How to use the automatic locking mode
126
When to use the automatic locking mode
126
How to disengage the automatic locking mode
127
Safety belt pretensioner
127
Safety belt height adjustment
128
Safety belt extension assembly
128
Safety belt maintenance
128
Safety belt warning light and indicator chime
129
Conditions of operation
129
Belt-Minder
129
One time disable
132
Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder feature
132
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
134
Important supplemental restraint system precautions
134
Children and airbags
136
How does the safety belt pretensioner and airbag supplemental restraint system work?
136
Front passenger sensing system
138
Determining if the system is operational
143
Seat-mounted side airbag system
143
How does the side airbag system work?
144
Determining if the system is operational
145
Side curtain airbag system
146
How does the side air curtain system work?
147
Determining if the system is operational
148
Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles (including pretensioners)
149
SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN
149
Important child restraint precautions
149
Children and safety belts
150
Child booster seats
150
When children should use booster seats
150
Types of booster seats
151
The importance of shoulder belts
152
SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN
153
Child and infant or child safety seats
153
Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts
154
Attaching child safety seats with tether straps
157
Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) attachments for child seat anchors
158
Tires, Wheels and Loading
161
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING
161
Treadwear
161
Traction AA A B C
161
Temperature A B C
162
TIRES
162
Glossary of tire terminology
162
INFLATING YOUR TIRES
163
TIRE CARE
165
Inspecting your tires
165
Tire wear
166
Damage
166
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
167
Tire replacement requirements
167
Safety practices
168
Highway hazards
169
Tire and wheel alignment
169
Tire rotation
169
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL
170
Information on âPâ type tires
171
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for âLTâ type tires
174
Information on âTâ type tires
175
Location of the tire label
175
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)
176
Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
177
When your temporary spare tire is installed
178
When you believe your system is not operating properly
178
When inflating your tires
179
How temperature affects your tire pressure
179
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS
180
VEHICLE LOADING
180
TRAILER TOWING
185
RECREATIONAL TOWING
185
Driving
187
STARTING
187
Positions of the ignition
187
Starting your vehicle
187
Important safety precautions
188
Starting the engine
190
Guarding against exhaust fumes
190
Important ventilating information
190
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)
190
BRAKES
192
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) (if equipped)
192
ABS warning lamp
193
Using ABS
193
Parking brake
193
TRACTION CONTROL⢠(IF EQUIPPED)
194
STEERING
195
Speed sensitive steering
196
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION
196
Brake-shift interlock
196
Understanding the gearshift positions of the 5âspeed automatic transaxle (if equipped)
198
Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6âspeed automatic transaxle (if equipped)
199
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow
200
MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
201
Using the clutch
201
Recommended shift speeds
202
Reverse
202
Parking your vehicle
202
Removing the key
202
REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
203
ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
205
Driving off-highway with AWD vehicles
205
Basic operating principles
205
If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement
205
If your vehicle gets stuck
206
Emergency maneuvers
206
AWD Systems (if equipped)
207
Sand
207
Mud and water
207
Driving on hilly or sloping terrain
208
Driving on snow and ice
209
Maintenance and Modifications
210
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
210
Roadside Emergencies
211
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
211
Getting roadside assistance
211
Using roadside assistance
212
Roadside coverage beyond basic warranty
212
HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL
213
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH
213
FUSES AND RELAYS
214
Fuses
214
Standard fuse amperage rating and color
214
Passenger compartment fuse panel
214
Power distribution box
217
CHANGING THE TIRES
220
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information
220
Stopping and securing the vehicle
222
Removing the spare tire and jack
222
Tire change procedure
223
Stowing the wheel and jack
225
WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
225
JUMP STARTING
226
Preparing your vehicle
226
Connecting the jumper cables
227
Jump starting
228
Removing the jumper cables
229
WRECKER TOWING
231
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
2.3L I4 ENGINE
242
3.0L DOHC ENGINE
243
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS
243
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES
244
INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS
244
INTERIOR
245
LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
246
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
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
252
ENGINE OIL
253
Checking the engine oil
253
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
264
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
270
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
272
Driving style â good driving and fuel economy habits
272
Habits
272
Maintenance
273
Conditions
273
EPA window sticker
274
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
274
On board diagnostics (OBD-II)
275
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
276
POWER STEERING FLUID
277
BRAKE/CLUTCH FLUID
278
TRANSAXLE FLUID
278
Checking 5âspeed automatic transaxle fluid (If equipped)
278
Low fluid level
279
Correct fluid level
279
High fluid level
280
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels
280
Checking 6âspeed automatic transmission fluid (if equipped)
280
Checking automatic transmission fluid at normal operating temperature (140°F-158°F [60°C-70°C])
281
Checking automatic transmission fluid at cool temperature (59°F-77°F [15°C-25°C])
281
Low fluid level
282
High fluid level
282
Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels
282
Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped)
283
AIR FILTER
283
Changing the air filter element
284
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
285
MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
287
ENGINE DATA
290
Engine drivebelt routing
290
IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE
291
Safety Compliance Certification Label
291
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
291
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS
292
Accessories
293
GENUINE MERCURY ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
293
Exterior style
293
Interior style
293
Lifestyle
293
Peace of mind
293
Index
295
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