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Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 10Warning and control lights 10Gauges 13Entertainment Systems 17AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 17CD changer 21Climate

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A wa

• Place seat back in upright position.• Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode. Refer to Automaticlocking mode (passenger side front and ou

1. Position the child safety seat in aseat with a combination lap andshoulder belt.2. Pull down on the shoulder beltand then grasp the shoulder beltan

4. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) for that seating position untilyou hear

8. Allow the safety belt to retract toremove any slack in the belt.9. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly move the seat forwardand back to m

2. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat.For vehicles with adjustable head restraints, route the tether strap underthe he

Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers forChildren) attachmentsSome child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachm

The lower anchors for child seat installation are located at the rearsection of the rear seat between the cushion and seat back. The inboardLATCH anch

Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to theanchors shown.If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments, do not tightenthe

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning.2. LOCK, lo

Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dryground cover. The emission system heats up the enginecompartment and exhaust system,

Check fuel cap: Illuminates whenthe fuel cap may not be properlyinstalled. Continued driving withthis light on may cause the Serviceengine soon warnin

• Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park).• Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (START).Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or

Starting the engine1. Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (START).2. Turn the key to 5 (START), thenrelease the key as soon as theengin

BRAKESYour service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the scheduledmaintenance guide for scheduled maintenance.Occasional brake noise is normal and o

The ABS operates by detecting theonset of wheel lockup during brakeapplications and compensates forthis tendency. The wheels areprevented from locking

Parking brake with auto-release (if equipped)Apply the parking brake wheneverthe vehicle is parked.To set the parking brake:1. Move the gearshift to P

If the parking brake fails to releaseafter completing this procedure, usethe manual parking brake releaselever.Pull the lever to manually releasethe p

During Traction Controly operation you may hear an electric motor typeof sound coming from the engine compartment and the engine will not“rev-up” when

If the power steering system breaks down (or if the engine is turnedoff), you can steer the vehicle manually, but it takes more effort.If the steering

The air suspension shut-off switch islocated on the left side of the trunk.If this switch is in the OFF position,the rear air suspension will notopera

Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelampsare working.Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift islatched in

Safety belt: Reminds you to fastenyour safety belt. A chime will alsosound to remind you to fasten yoursafety belt, refer to the Seating andSafety Res

Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift islatched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position andremove the key wheneve

• O/D OFF lamp is illuminated.• Provides engine braking.• Use when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from O/D toother gears. Examples: city

Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to thetransmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat.LIMITED-SLIP AXLEThis axle

Vehicle Curb Weight – is the weight of your new vehicle when youpicked it up from your dealer plus any aftermarket equipment.Cargo Weight – includes a

GVWR (Gross Vehicle WeightRating) – is the maximumallowable weight of the fully loadedvehicle (including all options,equipment, passengers and cargo).

10–15% (conventional trailer) or king pin weight of 15–25% (fifth wheeltrailer), and driver only (150 lbs [68 kg]). Consult your dealership (orthe RV

Preparing to towUse the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it isproperly attached to your vehicle. See your dealer or a reliable trai

Driving while you towWhen towing a trailer:• Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut offautomatically when you are towing on long, stee

Launching or retrieving a boatDisconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailerinto the water. Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCETo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program

Turn signal: Illuminates when theleft or right turn signal or thehazard lights are turned on. If theindicators stay on or flash faster, check for a bu

Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1–800–665–2006.If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will

The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated on the left side of the trunkbehind the left rear tail light and thetrunk liner.Use the following procedure to

Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperagerating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wiredamage and

The fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description1 15A Audio, CD changer2 5A Audio3 7.5A Mirr

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description10 10A Rear window defrost, Heatedmirrors11 5A Traction control indicator r

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description23 15A EATC module, Instrument cluster,LCM, Interior lamps, Door lockswitch

The high-current fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription1 25A* Audio2 20A* Power point3 25A* Heat

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription16 — Not used17 — Not used18 — Not used19 15A* Powertrain Control Module(PCM), Fuel i

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription115 50A** Ignition switch feed to IP fuses 16and 18116 30A** Wipers117 – Not used118

CHANGING THE TIRESIf you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel

Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolanttemperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range (between “

Your vehicle may be equipped with a dissimilar spare tire/wheel. Adissimilar spare tire/wheel is defined as a spare tire and/or wheel that isdifferent

Tire change procedureTo help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire,be sure the parking brake is set, then block (in both directions)t

On vehicles equipped withAir Suspension, turn OFFthe Air Suspension switch prior tojacking, hoisting or towing yourvehicle.Refer to Air suspension sys

JACK LOCATION-FRONTThe jack location markings can befound on the lower outer edge ofthe body.• Locate the jack locator mark (B -circle) on the body (C

• Never use the rear differentialas a jacking point.6. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench.7. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making su

• Turn the tie-down fastener clockwise to tighten the road wheel.11. Turn on the air suspension switch (if equipped).Wheel lug nut torque specificatio

1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle.2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this coulddamage the vehicle’s electric

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the assisting battery.3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negat

2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for anadditional three minutes before disc

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery.4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of

Voltmeter gauge: Located in thelower center of the instrumentpanel, measures the batterycharging voltage. If the meterconsistently indicates less than

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, y

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDAt homeYou must take your Lincoln or Mercury vehicle to an authorized LincolnMercury dealer for warranty repairs. While a

Ford Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E41-800-565-3673 (FORD)www.ford.caIf you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away f

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to theDispute Settlement Board before taking action under the Magnuson-MossWarranty Act, or

• available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Companyvehicles.The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. FordM

• A Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representativeConsumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained byan independent consulting fi

before the Board, this is not a requirement and the Board will decide thecase whether or not an oral presentation is made. An oral presentationmay be

The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relatively speedyalternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce asettlement have

GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADABefore exporting your vehicle to a foreign country, contact theappropriate foreign embassy or consulate.

Or call:For a free publication catalog, order toll free: 1-800-782-4356Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. ESTHelm, Incorporated can also be reached b

Trip odometer: Registers thekilometers (miles) of individualjourneys. To reset, depress thecontrol..Tachometer: Indicates the enginespeed in revolutio

WASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralPh shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is

• Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tarspots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips.• Always

• Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaningthe engine.• Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunnin

Do not use sharp objects, such as a razor blade, to clean theinside of the rear window or to remove decals, as it may causedamage to the rear window d

Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle’ssafety belts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing.Do not use chemical solvents or

Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93)Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner (Canada only) (CXC-94)Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (not ava

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle:• We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation.• We provide a

Working with the engine off1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.3. Block the wheels.Working with t

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT4.6L DOHC V8 engine1. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick2. Engine oil filler cap3. Engine oil dipst

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDAdd fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely.Only use a washer

AUDIOPHILE AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD(IF EQUIPPED)SHUFDSPSELBALBASSFADETREBSCANCDAM/FMSEEKREWFFCOMP563412SIDETUNETAPERDSAUTOSET279101216111314345

5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level indicator (dipstick).6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain.•

• If required, add engine oil to theengine. Refer to Adding engineoil in this chapter.• Do not overfill the enginewith oil. Oil levels above thismark

Engine oil and filter recommendationsLook for this certificationtrademark.Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil.Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by t

BATTERYYour vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice.How

When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on theend walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps,resulting in personal injury a

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recyclin

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir.• The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the“CO

Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam andscalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn youbadly. Also, you can be bur

To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the engine iscool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. Thecooling system is under press

7. Install the coolant bypass bleedplug. Be sure plug is tight.8. Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture (seeabove), to wit

PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD (IF EQUIPPED)1. Eject: Press to eject a tape.2. Eject: Press to eject a CD.3. Bass: Allows you to increase ord

Coolant refill capacityTo find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, referto Refill capacities in this section.Fill your engine c

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELSImportant safety precautionsDo not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tankmay cause leak

• Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If fuel is splashed in the eyes,remove contact lenses (if worn), flush with water for 15 minutes andseek med

When fueling your vehicle:1. Turn the engine off.2.Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/8 of a turn until it stops.3. Pull to remove the c

Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can damage critical fuel systemcomponents.Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your vehicl

If you have run out of fuel:• You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times afterrefueling, to allow the fuel system to pump the fue

For consistent results when filling the fuel tank:• Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling,an error in the reading wil

Habits• Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel.• Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fueleconomy.• Idlin

• Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bugdeflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) mayreduce fuel econom

If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used formaintenance replacements or for service of components affectingemission control, s

Fade: Allows you to shift speakersound between the front and rearspeakers. Press FADE then pressSEL to shift the sound to the rearor the front .5. COM

These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tankwith good quality fuel and/or properly tightening the fuel cap. After threedrivi

2. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right severaltimes.3. Turn the engine off.4. Check the fluid level in thereservoir. It sho

Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain anaccurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is at normal operatingtemperature (appr

The transmission fluid should be inthis range if at normal operatingtemperature (66°C-77°C[150°F-170°F]).The transmission fluid should be inthis range

Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do notremove it while the engine is running.Changing the air filter element1. Release

space-saver or temporary use spare tires, tires with nominal rimdiameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined inTitle 49 Code of

The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire thatis properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed,underinflation, or excessiv

INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALLFederal law requires tire manufacturers to place standardizedinformation on the sidewall of all tires. This

7. H: Indicates the tire’s speed rating. The speed rating denotes thespeed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods oftime under

10. Tire Ply Composition and Material Used: Indicates the number ofplies or the number of layers of rubber-coated fabric in the tire tread andsidewall

Seating and Safety Restraints 74Seating 74Safety restraints 77Air bags 89Child restraints 96Driving 108Starting 108Brakes 112Traction control/AdvanceT

RDS: (Radio Data System): Allows you to access FM stations which areRDS- equipped. Press RDS then SEL to select from:Traffic — Allows you to receive t

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires“LT” type tires have some additionalinformation than those of “P” typetires; t

Information on “T” type tiresT145/80D16 is an example of a tiresize.Note: The temporary tire size foryour vehicle may be different thanthis example.1.

Use the recommended cold inflation pressure for optimum tireperformance and wear. Under-inflation or over-inflation may causeuneven treadwear patterns

6. Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or otherobjects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an airleak.7. Chec

• Tire rotationSometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires.Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask a qualified technician at

When the tread is worn down to1/16th of an inch (2 mm), tires mustbe replaced to prevent your vehiclefrom skidding and hydroplaning.Built-in treadwear

Make sure all tires and wheels on the vehicle are of the same size, type,tread design, brand, load-carrying capacity and speed rating because itcan af

SNOW TIRESSnow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires youcurrently have on your vehicle.The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads

Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for sparkplug gap information.REFILL CAPACITIESFluid Ford Part Name CapacityEngine oil (in

3Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may varybased on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amountof tra

16. Power/volume: Press to turnthe system on/off. Turn toraise/lower the volume.17. Tape: Press to play the tape.18. CD door: Insert the disc with the

Item Ford partnameFord partnumberFordspecificationEngine oil Motorcraft SAE5W-20 PremiumSynthetic BlendMotor Oil (US)Motorcraft SAE5W-20 SuperPremium

2Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalentmeeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill ofTraction-Lok rear ax

142004 Marauder (mdr)Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA English (fus)Maintenance and Specifications212

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLECertification labelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Certification label be affixedt

1. World manufacturer identifier2. Brake type and gross vehicleweight rating (GVWR)3. Vehicle line, series, body type4. Engine type5. Check digit6. Mo

Truck application:Code Transmission DescriptionManual transmissionM Manual 5–speed (AKK))C Manual 5–speed overdrive (Close ratio)W Manual 5–speed over

MERCURY ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of genuine Mercury accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Mercur

Floor matsInterior trim kitsLeather wrapped steering wheelsScuff platesSpeed controlLifestyleBike racksCargo organization and managementEngine block h

AABS (see Brakes) ...112Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ...89, 93and child safety seats ...

wheels ...161wiper blades ...162Climate control (see Airconditioning or Heating) ...

5. Line up the CD with the grooveof the disc holder. Ensure that thelabel on the CD faces downwards.6. Press the disc holder until it lockssecurely in

Exhaust fumes ...111FFloor mats ...59Fluid capacities ...208Foglamps ...

autolock ...67keypad ...68programming entry code ...68Keys ...

opening the trunk ...64panic alarm ...64replacement/additionaltransmitters ...

Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) ...213Vehicle loading ...122Ventilating your vehicle

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• Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the holeand turning the hub.• Remove loose labels before inserting tapes.• Allow tapes

ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (EATC)SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)1. OFF: Outside air is shut out andthe fan will not operate.2. AUTOMATIC: PressAUTO

8. Norm A/C: Uses outside air to cool the vehicle . Air flows from theinstrument panel vents only.9. Max A/C: Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicl

Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as theseobjects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.REAR WINDOW DEFROSTERThe rear

HEADLAMP CONTROLTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parkinglamps, instrument panel lamps,license plate lamps and tail lamps.Turns the headlamps on.Your v

Foglamp controlThe foglamps can be turned onwhen the headlamp control is pulledtoward you and is in any of thefollowing positions:• Parking lamps• Low

Flash to passPull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate.PANEL DIMMER CONTROLUse to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel dur

Maintenance and Specifications 166Engine compartment 168Engine oil 169Battery 173Fuel information 181Air filter(s) 194Tire Information 196Part numbers

• (1) Eight feet• (2) Center height of lamp toground• (3) Twenty five feet• (4) Horizontal reference line2. Measure the height of the headlamp bulb ce

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL• Push down to activate the leftturn signal.• Push up to activate the right turnsignal.The flash rate of the turn signal will speed

BULBSReplacing exterior bulbsCheck the operation of all the bulbs frequently.Using the right bulbsReplacement bulbs are specified in the chart below.

Replacing headlamp bulbsTo remove the headlamp bulb:1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position, then open thehood2. Remove the three pin

Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out ofchildren’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and donot touch the glass. The oil f

1. Make sure headlamp switch is inOFF position, then open the trunkand carefully pull the carpet away toexpose the plastic retainer.2. Remove plastic

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs1. Make sure headlamp switch is inOFF position, then remove twoscrews, grommets and the licenseplate lamp assembly f

Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs1. Remove two screws from thelamp assembly.2. Carefully lift the lamp assemblyup for access to the bulbs.3. Carefu

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease the

TILT STEERING WHEELTo adjust the steering wheel:1. Pull and hold the steering wheelrelease control toward you.2. Move the steering wheel up ordown unt

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known toth

Compass zone adjustment1. Determine which magnetic zoneyou are in by referring to the zonemap.2. Turn the ignition to the ONposition.3. Press and hold

OVERHEAD CONSOLE WITH MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according toyour option package. Some of the

2. Hold down the MODE button for5 seconds to enter zone mode. Thedisplay will read PRESS RESET TOSET ZONE XX where XX is thecurrent zone.3. Release th

4. Press the RESET button tode-calibrate the compass. Thedisplay will read CIRCLE SLOWLYTO CALIBRATE for a few secondsand then display a direction wit

3. After 20 seconds, the display willread CHANNEL X TRAINING toindicate training has started.Continue to hold the button.Note: If the channel being tr

1. Locate the “learn” or “smart” button on the garage door motorhead unit. Exact location and color of the button may vary by productbrand. If there i

Erase modeTo erase all three HomeLinkt channel codes:1. Simultaneously press and holdbuttons 1 and 3 for 20 seconds.2. CLEARING CHANNELS will bedispla

2. After 20 seconds CHANNELSCLEARED is displayed. Continue tohold the buttons.3. After 10 more seconds,CHANNELS DEFAULTED isdisplayed when all the cha

POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED)When closing the powerwindows, you should verifythey are free of obstructions andensure that children and/or petsare not in

POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORSTo adjust your mirrors:1. Selectto adjust the leftmirror orto adjust the rightmirror.2. Move the control in the directionyou wi

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTIONWarning symbols in this guideHow can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possibledamage to others, you

(glare) reach the mirror. When the mirror detects bright light frombehind the vehicle, it will automatically adjust (darken) to minimizeglare.The mirr

Setting speed controlThe controls for using your speedcontrol are located on the steeringwheel for your convenience.1. Press the ON control and releas

Increasing speed while using speed controlThere are two ways to set a higherspeed:• Press and hold the SET ACCELcontrol until you get to thedesired sp

• Press the speed control OFFcontrol.Note: When you turn off the speedcontrol or the ignition, your speedcontrol set speed memory is erased.STEERING W

MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)To open the moon roof:• Press and hold the controlforward to raise the moon roof tothe vent position (when the glasspanel is cl

Retain the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as forfuture programming procedures (i.e. new HomeLinkt equipped vehiclepurchase). I

5. Press and hold the just-trained HomeLinkt button and observe the redlight. If the light is a constant red, programming is complete and yourdevice s

Erasing HomeLinkT buttonsTo erase the three programmedbuttons (individual buttons cannotbe erased):• Press and hold the two outerHomeLinkt buttons unt

• Continue to press and hold the HomeLinkt button (note step 3 in the“Programming” section) while you press and release — every twoseconds (“cycle”) y

CENTER CONSOLEYour vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. Theseinclude:• Utility compartment• Power point (inside utility compart

SPECIAL NOTICESEmission warrantyThe New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-BumperCoverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and

KEYSThe key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacementkeys are available from your dealer.You should always carry a second key w

Childproof door locks• When these locks are set, therear doors cannot be opened fromthe inside.• The rear doors can be openedfrom the outside when the

Keep vehicle doors andluggage compartmentlocked and keep keys and remotetransmitters out of a child’s reach.Unsupervised children could lockthemselves

Unlocking the doorsPress this control to unlock thedriver’s door. The interior lamps willilluminate.Press the control a second timewithin five seconds

8. Turn the ignition to OFF.Sounding a panic alarmPress this control to activate thealarm.To deactivate the alarm, press thecontrol again or turn the

To replace the battery:1. Twist a thin coin between the twohalves of the remote entrytransmitter near the key ring. DONOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVERAND CIR

Replacing lost transmittersTake all your vehicle’s transmittersto your dealer if service is required.If a remote transmitter has been lostand you woul

The inside lights will not turn off if:• they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or• any door is open.The battery saver will shut off the in

Automatic door locks can also be turned on/off through the followingprocedure:You must complete steps 1-7 within 30 seconds or the procedure willhave

To create your own personal entry code:1. Enter the factory set code. Note: The keypad will illuminate whenpressed.2. Within five seconds press 1 • 2

To access this information, special equipment must be directly connectedto the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada donot access e

Erasing personal codeTo erase all of the personal entry codes programmed to a vehicle:1. Enter the factory-set code.2. Press and release 1 • 2 within

If a problem occurs with the SecuriLocky system, the indicator will flashrapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position. Ifthis

If any of these items are present, you need to keep these objects fromtouching the coded key while starting the engine. These objects anddevices canno

1. Insert the first previouslyprogrammed coded key into theignition and turn the ignition from 3(OFF) to 4 (ON) (maintain ignitionin 4 (ON) for at lea

SEATINGAdjustable head restraintsYour vehicle’s seats are equipped with head restraints which arevertically adjustable. The purpose of these head rest

Heated seats (if equipped)To operate the heated seats:• Push the indicated side of thecontrol for maximum heat.• Push again to deactivate.• Push the i

Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in theevent of a collision.Pr

Press to move the rear portion ofthe seat cushion up or down.SAFETY RESTRAINTSPersonal Safety SystemThe Personal Safety System provides an improved ov

How does the Personal Safety System work?The Personal Safety System can adapt the deployment strategy of yourvehicle’s safety devices according to cra

safety belt pretensioner activation depending upon safety belt usage.Refer to Safety belt section in this chapter.Front safety belt pretensionersThe s

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Air Bag-FrontAir Bag-

Safety restraints precautionsAlways drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across the hips.To reduce the risk of injur

Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has beenclosed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Checkseat covers and buckle

The front outboard and rear safety restraints in the vehicle arecombination lap and shoulder belts. The front outboard passenger andrear seat safety b

• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is pulled out.• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a cl

Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt restsacross the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safetybelt properly could re

If... Then...The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled approximately 5seconds after the safety beltwarning light has turned off...The BeltMinder feature

Reasons given... Consider...“I was in a hurry” Prime time for an accident.BeltMinder reminds us to take a fewseconds to buckle up.“Safety belts don’t

One time disableAny time the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during anignition ON cycle, the BeltMinder will be disabled for that ignition c

• This will disable BeltMinder if it is currently enabled, or enableBeltMinder if it is currently disabled.7. Confirmation of disabling BeltMinder is

Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety beltassembly under the above conditions could result in severepersonal injuries in the event of

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleaseSymbolPanic Alarm Eng

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 cm (10 inches)between an occupant’s chest and t

Children and air bagsChildren must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rea

The air bags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After air bagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burn

If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not functionagain and must be replaced immediately. If the air bag is notreplaced, the unrepaired area w

Do not use accessory seat covers. The use of accessory seatcovers may prevent the deployment of the side air bags andincrease the risk of injury in an

The side air bags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of thefront seats. In certain lateral collisions, the air bag on the side affectedb

• The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition isturned on.• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeatp

Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag precautions thatapply to adult passengers in your vehicle.If the shoulder belt portion of a comb

• Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest?• Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip?Types of booster seatsThere are two

never use a booster seat with a lap belt only. It is best to use a boosterseat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat- the safest place for children