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The Autolock feature will repeat when:q
the ignition key remains in the ON position
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someone remains sitting in the driver's seat or a
heavy object is on the seat
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a door is opened and then closed
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the vehicle is in a forward gear, and
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you exceed three mph (five km/h).
If you do not want to use the Autolock feature, it
can be deactivated by using the Feature Menu in
the Message Center.
Programming Your Own Entry CodeYou can program up to three personal codes to
unlock your vehicle. These codes do not replace the
permanent code that the dealership gave you. Use
your personal code in the same manner as you
would your original code.To program your own code:
1. Select five digits for your personal code.
2. Enter the factory code that the dealership gave
you.
3. Within five (5) seconds, press 1/2.
4. Within five (5) seconds of pressing 1/2, enter
your personal code, pressing each digit within
five (5) seconds of the previous digit.
5. Enter a sixth digit to indicate which Personality
should be recalled by this personal code.
1/2 Recall Personality 1
3/4 Recall Personality 2
9/0 No recall
All of the vehicle doors will lock and then
unlock to confirm programming of the new
code.
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The personal alarm feature operates only with the
ignition off. The LOCK, UNLOCK and TRUNK
features work whenever your vehicle is in Park or
Neutral.
Remote entry transmitter
Unlocking the doors and opening the
trunkTo unlock the driver's door, press the UNLOCK
control.
To unlock the other doors, press the UNLOCK
control a second time within five (5) seconds of
unlocking the driver's door.
To open the trunk, press the TRUNK control twice
within five (5) seconds.Locking the doorsTo lock all the doors, press the LOCK control. This
will also arm the anti-theft system (if equipped).
A programmable door lock horn chirp can be
activated through the message center. Once
activated, every depression of the LOCK control will
cause the vehicle to honk its horn briefly.
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124Activating the remote personal alarmIf you wish to activate the remote personal alarm,
press the PANIC control. This will honk the horn
and flash the parking lamps and tail lamps for
approximately two minutes and forty-five seconds.
You can turn it OFF by pressing the PANIC control
again or by turning the ignition key to the RUN
position.Arming and Disarming the Alarm
SystemIf your vehicle is equipped with the factory installed
anti-theft system, the remote entry system will
automatically arm it when the doors are locked
with the remote entry LOCK control. The remote
entry UNLOCK control will disarm or reset a
triggered anti-theft alarm.
The remote entry system is designed to work with
the factory installed anti-theft system. It may not
work with other anti-theft systems.
Replacing the BatteriesThe remote entry transmitter is powered by two
coin type three-volt lithium 1616 batteries
(included) that should last for several years of
normal use. If you notice a significant decrease in
operating range, the batteries should be replaced.
Replacement batteries can be purchased at most
pharmacies, watch stores or at your Ford or
Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
NOTE:The operating range of the remote entry
system can also be affected by weather conditions
(such as very cold temperatures) or structures
around the vehicle (buildings, other vehicles, radio
and TV towers, etc.). Typical operating range will
allow you to be up to 33 feet (10 meters) away
from your vehicle.
The transmitter can be snapped apart to replace the
batteries by twisting a thin coin between the two
halves of the transmitter. DO NOT TAKE THE
FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART.
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126NOTE:All transmitters to be used on your vehicle
must be programmed/reprogrammed at the same
time.Battery SaverWhen the ignition is turned off, the vehicle will
turn off battery voltage to the interior lights after 45
minutes.
This will prevent draining of the battery if those
lights have been left on inadvertently or if a door is
not completely closed. Battery voltage to these
lamps will be restored when the keyless entry
keypad is used, the remote entry transmitter is
used, any door is opened, the trunk is opened, or
the ignition key is turned to the ON position.
Anti-theft SystemWhen armed, this system helps protect your vehicle
against break-ins or theft by monitoring all doors,
the hood, and the trunk lock cylinder.
When an unauthorized entry occurs, the system
triggers and will:q
flash the headlamps, parking lamps, interior
lamps, and alarm indicator light
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honk the horn
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prevent the engine from starting
NOTE:The factory installed Remote Entry System
has a PANIC feature that also chirps the vehicle
horn and flashes the interior/exterior lamps when
the PANIC button on the remote entry transmitter
is pushed.The PANIC alarm and the Anti-Theft
alarm are two separate features.Both the
anti-theft alarm and the PANIC feature can be
active at the same time.
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To tell the difference between a PANIC alarm and
a triggered Anti-Theft alarm:q
only the Anti-Theft alarm will cause the alarm
indicator light (located in the center of the
instrument cluster) to flash on and off.
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only the Anti-Theft alarm will prevent the
engine from starting.
For more information on the PANIC alarm, see
Remote Entry Systemin the Index.
Arming the SystemTo arm the system, do the following four steps in
sequence.
1. Remove the key from the ignition.
2. Open any door. The alarm indicator light will
start flashing to remind you to arm the system.3. Lock the doors by using the power door lock
switch, pressing the remote entry transmitter
LOCK control or pressing the last two buttons
(7/8, 9/0) of the keyless entry keypad.
The alarm indicator will now glow steadily.
4. Close all doors. The alarm indicator light will
then remain on steadily for approximately 30
more seconds and then go out. When the light
goes out the system is armed.
NOTE:Be sure to close all doors completely. If
not, the alarm indicator light will remain on.
Remember, your anti-theft system is armed only
after the alarm indicator light remains on steadily
for approximately 30 seconds after the last door is
closed, and then goes out.
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128You can also arm the anti-theft system with the
factory installed remote entry system or the keyless
entry system by following this sequence:
1. Remove the key from the ignition.
2. Close all of the doors.
3. Press the remote entry transmitter LOCK
control or press the last two buttons (7/8, 9/0)
of the keyless entry keypad to lock the doors.
The alarm indicator will come on for 30
seconds to show the alarm is arming and then
turn off to show that the alarm has armed.
The anti-theft system is designed to work with the
factory installed remote entry system. It may not
work with other remote entry systems.
NOTE:The anti-theft system will not activate while
someone is sitting in the driver's seat or if there is
a heavy object in the driver's seat.
Disarming an Untriggered Anti-Theft
SystemYou can disarm the system by:q
unlocking a front door with the key (turn the
key all the way to the end of travel or the
system will not disarm).
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using the keyless entry unlock code.
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using the UNLOCK button of the remote entry
transmitter.
If you armed the system while inside your vehicle,
you can disarm it by turning the ignition to the ON
or ACC position. This allows you to open the door
and exit without triggering the system.
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The power reclining seat switch on the
driver's sidePower Lumbar SupportWith this feature, you can position a lumbar
support pad in the seatback.The seat controls for the lumbar support on
the driver's seat
Heated Seats (If equipped)The driver's and front passenger's Heated Seats are
controlled by the HEATED SEATS panel, which is
located directly below the climate control panel.
The Heated Seat System will only operate with the
ignition key in the ON position and will maintain a
temperature automatically once it is selected.
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a readiness light and tone,
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and the electrical wiring which connects the
components.
The diagnostic module monitors its own circuits,
the air bag electrical system, the air bag readiness
light, the air bag power, and the air bag inflators.
Determining if System Is OperationalThe Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System uses a
readiness light and a tone to indicate the condition
of the system. The readiness light is in the
instrument cluster. When you turn the ignition key
to ON, this light will illuminate for approximately
six (6) seconds and then turn off. This indicates
that the system is operating normally. NOTE:
Routine maintenance of the air bag system is not
required.A problem with the system is indicated by one or
more of the following:
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the readiness light will either flash or stay lit,
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the readiness light will not light immediately
after ignition is turned on,
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a group of five beeps will be heard. The tone
pattern will repeat periodically until the problem
and light are repaired.
If any of these things happen, even intermittently,
have the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System
serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer
immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not
function properly in the event of a collision.
Disposal of Air Bags and Air Bag
Equipped VehiclesFor disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles,
see your local Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Air
bags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel.
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1663. Make sure that the gearshift is in P (Park) and
the parking brake is set before you turn the
key.
Before you start your vehicle, you should test the
warning lights on the instrument panel to make
sure that they work. Refer to theInstrumentation
chapter.Starting Your EngineTo start your engine:
1. Follow the steps underPreparing to Start Your
Vehicleat the beginning of this section.
2. Turn the ignition key to the ON position.
3. DO NOT depress the accelerator pedal when
starting your engine. DO NOT use the
accelerator while the vehicle is parked.4. Turn the key to the START position (cranking)
until the engine starts. Allow the key to return
to the ON position after the engine has started.
If you have difficulty in turning the key, rotate
the steering wheel slightly because it may be
binding.
For a cold engine:
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At temperatures10ÊF(-12ÊC) andbelow:If
the engine does not start infifteen (15)
secondson the first try, turn the key to OFF,
wait approximately ten (10) seconds so you do
not flood the engine, then try again.
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At temperaturesabove10ÊF(-12ÊC):If the
engine does not start infive (5) secondson
the first try, turn the key to OFF, wait
approximately ten (10) seconds so you do not
flood the engine, then try again.
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For a warm engine:
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Do not hold the key in the START position for
more thanfive (5) secondsat a time. If the
engine does not start within five (5) seconds on
the first try, turn the key to the OFF position.
Wait a few seconds after the starter stops, then
try again.
Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key
as soon as the engine starts. Excessive cranking
could damage the starter.
After you start the engine, let it idle for a few
seconds. Keep your foot on the brake pedal and
put the gearshift lever in gear. Release the parking
brake. Slowly release the brake pedal and drive
away in the normal manner.
NOTE:Your vehicle has an interlock that
prevents you from shifting out of P (Park) unless
your foot is on the brake pedal.If the engine does not start after two attempts:
1. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position.
2. Press the accelerator all the way to the floor
and hold it.
3. Turn the ignition key to the START position.
4. Release the ignition key when the engine starts.
5. Release the accelerator gradually as the engine
speeds up.
If the engine still does not start, the fuel pump
shut-off switch may have been activated. For
directions on how to reset the switch seeFuel
Pump Shut-Off Switchin the index.
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