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Under severe operating conditions, the A/C may cycle on and off to
protect overheating of the engine.
Basic operating principles
•Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steering
characteristics of your vehicle.
•Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made slippery by
loose sand, water, gravel, snow or ice.
If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement
•If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement, slow down, but
avoid severe brake application, ease the vehicle back onto the
pavement only after reducing your speed. Do not turn the steering
wheel too sharply while returning to the road surface.
•It may be safer to stay on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow
down gradually before returning to the pavement. You may lose
control if you do not slow down or if you turn the steering wheel too
sharply or abruptly.
•It often may be less risky to strike small objects, such as highway
reflectors, with minor damage to your vehicle rather than attempt a
sudden return to the pavement which could cause the vehicle to slide
sideways out of control or rollover. Remember, your safety and the
safety of others should be your primary concern.
If your vehicle gets stuck
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by
shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in a
steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear.
Your vehicle is equipped with Traction Control™, it may be beneficial to
disengage the Traction Control™ system while attempting to rock the
vehicle.
Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating
temperature or damage to the transmission may occur.
Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damage
to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may
overheat.
WARNING:Always set the parking brake fully and make sure
the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the off
position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Getting roadside assistance
To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor
Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This
program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service
is available:
•24-hours, seven days a week
•for the coverage period listed on the Roadside Assistance Card
included in your Owner Guide portfolio.
Roadside assistance will cover:
•a flat tire change with a good spare (except vehicles that have been
supplied with a tire inflation kit)
•battery jump start
•lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer’s
responsibility)
•fuel delivery – Independent Service Contractors, if not prohibited by
state, local or municipal law shall deliver up to 2.0 gallons (7.5L) of
gasoline or 5.0 gallons (18.9L) of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle. Fuel
delivery service is limited to two no-charge occurrences within a
12-month period.
•winch out – available within 100 feet (30.5 meters) of a paved or
county maintained road, no recoveries.
•towing – Ford/Mercury/Lincoln eligible vehicle towed to an authorized
dealer within 35 miles (56 km) of the disablement location or to the
nearest authorized dealer. If a member requests to be towed to an
authorized dealer more than 35 miles (56 km) from the disablement
location, the member shall be responsible for any mileage costs in
excess of 35 miles (56 km).
Trailers shall be covered up to $200 if the disabled eligible vehicle
requires service at the nearest authorized dealer. If the trailer is disabled,
but the towing vehicle is operational, the trailer does not qualify for any
roadside services.
Canadian customers refer to your Warranty Guide or visit our
website at www.ford.ca for information on:
Using roadside assistance
Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your
wallet for quick reference. In the United States, this card is found in the
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Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment. In Canada, the card is
found in theWarranty Guidein the glove compartment.
U.S. Ford, Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers who require Roadside
Assistance, call 1-800-241-3673.
Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call
1-800-665-2006.
If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor
Company will reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to the nearest
dealership within 35 miles (56 km). To obtain reimbursement
information, U.S. Ford, Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers call
1-800-241-3673. Customers will be asked to submit their original
receipts.
Canadian customers who need to obtain reimbursement information, call
1-800-665-2006 or visit our website at www.ford.ca.
HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL
The hazard flasher control is located
on the instrument panel by the
radio. The hazard flashers will
operate when the ignition is in any
position or if the key is not in the
ignition.
Press in the flasher control and all front and rear direction signals will
flash. Press the flasher control again to turn them off. Use it when your
vehicle is disabled and is creating a safety hazard for other motorists.
Note:With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery.
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF
In the event of a moderate to severe collision, this vehicle is equipped
with a fuel pump shut-off feature that stops the flow of fuel to the
engine. Not every impact will cause a shut-off.
Note:If your vehicle has the push button start system, press the
stop/start button twice to reactivate the fuel system.
Should your vehicle shut off after a collision due to this feature, you may
restart your vehicle by doing the following:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the off position.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the on position.
In some instances the vehicle may not restart the first time you try to
restart and may take one additional attempt.
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The fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
1 30A Left front power window, Smart
window motor
2 15A Brake on/off switch
3 15A Driver power seat
4 30A Right front power window, Smart
window motor
5 10A Transmission shifter solenoid, Keyless
keypad
6 20A Turn signals, Hazard flashers
7 10A Low beam headlamps (left)
8 10A Low beam headlamps (right)
9 15A Interior lights, Cargo lamps
10 15A Switch illumination, Puddle lamps
11 10A All wheel drive (AWD) module
12 7.5A Intelligent access (IA) module
13 5A Memory seats, Mirrors, Keypad, IA
receiver, Driver’s door module
14 10A Navigation display, Memory seat,
SYNC
, Center information display,
GPS, Driver seat
15 10A Climate control
16 15A Electronic finish panel, Ambient
lighting
17 20A Trunk release, Moon roof, Smart
windows, Lock/unlock
18 20A Rear heated seats
19 25A Audio amplifier
20 15A Diagnostic connector (OBDII),
Adjustable pedal motor
21 15A Daytime running lamps (DRL) control
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SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
To help you service your vehicle, we providescheduled maintenance
informationwhich makes tracking routine service easy.
If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer can
provide the necessary parts and service. Check yourWarranty Guideto
find out which parts and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts
conforming to specifications. Motorcraft
parts are designed and built to
provide the best performance in your vehicle.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
•Do not work on a hot engine.
•Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts.
•Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed
space, unless you are sure you have enough ventilation.
•Keep all open flames and other burning material (such as cigarettes)
away from the battery and all fuel related parts.
Working with the engine off
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
3. Block the wheels.
Working with the engine on
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).
2. Block the wheels.
WARNING:To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or
personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air
cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.
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could cause damage to the fuel system. Repairs to correct the effects of
using an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your
warranty.
Many of the world’s automakers approved the World-Wide Fuel Charter
that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved
performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle.
Gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter should be used when
available. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the
World-Wide Fuel Charter.
Cleaner air
Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to
improve air quality, per the recommendations in theChoosing the right
fuelsection.
Running out of fuel
Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse
effect on powertrain components.
If you have run out of fuel:
•You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several times after
refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to
the engine. On restarting, cranking time will take a few seconds longer
than normal. With keyless ignition, just start the engine. Crank time
will be longer than usual.
•Normally, adding 1 gallon (3.8L) of fuel is enough to restart the
engine. If the vehicle is out of fuel and on a steep grade, more than
1 gallon (3.8L) may be required.
•The service engine soon
indicator may come on. For more
information on the service engine soon indicator, refer toWarning
lights and chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
Refilling with a portable fuel container
With the Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system, use the following directions
when filling from a portable fuel container:
WARNING:Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containers
or aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuel™ system. This could
damage the fuel system and its seal, and may cause fuel to run onto
the ground instead of filling the tank, which could result in serious
personal injury.
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indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. To determine if the
vehicle is ready for I/M testing, turn the ignition key to the on position
for 15 seconds without cranking the engine. If the service engine
soon
indicator blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not
ready for I/M testing; if the service engine soon
indicator stays on
solid, it means that the vehicle is ready for I/M testing.
The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control system
during normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If the
vehicle is not ready for I/M testing, the following driving cycle consisting
of mixed city and highway driving may be performed:
15 minutes of steady driving on an expressway/highway followed by
20 minutes of stop-and-go driving with at least four 30-second idle
periods.
Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. If
the vehicle is still not ready for I/M testing, the above driving cycle will
have to be repeated.
POWER STEERING FLUID (EXCEPT SHO ENGINE)
Refer toscheduled maintenance information.
1. Start the engine and let it run
until it reaches normal operating
temperature (the engine coolant
temperature gauge indicator will be
near the center of the normal area
between H and C).
2. While the engine idles, turn the
steering wheel left and right several
times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level in the reservoir. It should be between the MIN
and MAX lines. Do not add fluid if the level is in this range.
5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking
the level until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines. Be
sure to put the cap back on the reservoir. Refer toMaintenance
product specifications and capacitiesin this chapter for the proper
fluid type.
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E
Electronic message center .........19
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................305
running out of fuel .........304, 348
Emission control system ..........352
Engine ........................................369
cleaning ...................................318
coolant .....................................337
fail-safe cooling .......................341
idle speed control ...................335
lubrication specifications .......366
refill capacities ........................366
service points ..................328–329
Engine block heater .................241
Engine oil ..................................331
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................331
checking and adding ..............331
dipstick ....................................331
filter, specifications ................365
refill capacities ........................366
specifications ..........................366
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................240
F
Fail safe cooling ........................341
Fleet MyKey programming ......108
Floor mats .................................105
Fluid capacities .........................366
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................271
Fuel ............................................343
calculating fuel
economy ............................21, 349cap ...........................................345
capacity ...................................366
choosing the right fuel ...........347
detergent in fuel .....................348
filler funnel .............................348
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................343, 345, 350
filter, specifications ........343, 365
fuel pump shut-off ..................279
improving fuel economy ........349
octane rating ...................347, 369
quality ......................................347
running out of fuel .........304, 348
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................343
Fuses ..........................................280
G
Garage door opener ..................101
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............345
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................349
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................279
Headlamps ...................................62
aiming ........................................67
autolamp system .......................62
bulb specifications ....................70
daytime running lights .............66
flash to pass ..............................66
high beam .................................63
replacing bulbs .........................71
turning on and off ....................62
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system ...........................51, 54, 56
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Homelink wireless control
system ........................................101
Hood ..........................................327
I
Ignition ...............................235, 369
Illuminated visor mirror .............78
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................190
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................354
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................321
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel
and interior ...............................67
Intelligent Access Key ..............108
Intelligent Access with push
button start ...............................122
J
Jack ............................................288
positioning ...............................288
storage .....................................288
Jump-starting your vehicle ......305
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...................................116
keypad .....................................129
locking and
unlocking doors ......................130
programming entry code .......129
Keys ...................................107, 133
positions of the ignition .........235L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................62
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................70
daytime running light ...............66
headlamps .................................62
headlamps, flash to pass ..........66
instrument panel, dimming .....67
interior lamps .....................69, 71
replacing bulbs .........................71
LATCH anchors .........................194
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........243
Load limits .................................224
Locks
autolock ...................................116
childproof ................................119
doors ........................................114
Lubricant specifications ...........366
Lug nuts ....................................303
Lumbar support, seats .....142, 144
M
Massage seats ............................145
Message center ...........................19
english/metric button ...............24
system check button ................24
warning messages .....................24
Mirrors ...................................85–86
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................85
fold away ...................................87
heated ........................................87
programmable memory ..........124
side view mirrors (power) .......86
Moon roof ....................................99
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Motorcraft
parts ..............324, 365
Multi-contour seats ...................145
MyKey ........................................108
N
Navigation system .......................50
O
Octane rating ............................347
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................331
Overdrive ...................................252
P
Parental MyKey
programming .............................108
Parking brake ............................244
Parts
(see Motorcraft
parts) ...........365
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................159
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................87
Power adjustable
foot pedals .............................87–88
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................284
Power door locks ......................114
Power mirrors .............................86
Power point .................................82
Power steering ..........................249
fluid, checking and adding ....355
fluid, refill capacity ................366
fluid, specifications .................366
Power Windows ...........................83Power windows
opening using remote entry
system .....................................123
Push button start system .........238
R
Radio ............................................32
6-CD in dash .............................32
Rear heated seats .....................156
Rear-view camera system .........259
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................188
Relays ........................................280
Remote entry system .......121–122
illuminated entry ....................128
locking/unlocking doors .........123
opening the trunk ...................124
opening the windows .............123
panic alarm .............................124
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................127
replacing the batteries ...........126
Reverse sensing system ...........257
Roadside assistance ..................278
S
Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) ....157, 160,
162–163, 165–166
Safety Canopy ...................180, 182
Safety defects, reporting ..........316
Safety restraints ...............157, 160,
162–163, 165–166
Belt-Minder
...........................167
extension assembly ................165
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