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The heated seats will activate when the ignition is in the RUN position.
When activated, they will turn off automatically after 10 minutes or when
the ignition is turned to the OFF position.
The indicator lights will illuminate when each heated seat has been
activated.
Split-folding rear seatbacks
One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down to provide additional
cargo space.
To lower the seatback(s), pull the
release handle(s) located inside the
trunk.
Fold the seatback(s) down.
Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure
that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback.
After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the
seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may
become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision.
Make sure that the safety belts for the rear center passenger is properly
routed over the rear seatback.
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SAFETY RESTRAINTS
Personal Safety System
The Personal Safety Systemprovides an improved overall level of
frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help
further reduce the risk of airbag-related injuries. The system is able to
analyze different occupant conditions and crash severity before activating
the appropriate safety devices to help better protect a range of
occupants in a variety of frontal crash situations.
Your vehicle’s Personal Safety Systemconsists of the following items:
•Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints
•Driver and front passenger side airbags
•Driver and passenger side air curtains (if equipped)
•Front safety belts with pretensioners, energy management retractors,
and safety belt usage sensors
•Driver’s seat position sensor
•Front crash severity sensor
•Restraints Control Module (RCM) with impact and safing sensors
•Restraint system warning light and back-up tone
•The electrical wiring for the airbags, crash sensor(s), safety belt
pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position
sensor, and indicator lights
How does the Personal Safety Systemwork?
The Personal Safety Systemcan adapt the deployment strategy of your
vehicle’s safety devices according to crash severity and occupant
conditions. A collection of crash and occupant sensors provides
information to the Restraints control module (RCM). During a crash, the
RCM activates the safety belt pretensioners and/or either one or both
stages of the dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints based on crash
severity and occupant conditions.
The fact that the pretensioners or airbags did not activate for both front
seat occupants in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with
the system. Rather, it means the Personal Safety Systemdetermined
the accident conditions (crash severity, belt usage, etc.) were not
appropriate to activate these safety devices. Front airbags and
pretensioners are designed to activate only in frontal and near-frontal
collisions, not rollovers, side-impacts, or rear-impacts unless the collision
causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration.
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Front safety belt energy management retractors
The front safety belt energy management retractors allow webbing to be
pulled out of the retractor in a gradual and controlled manner in
response to the occupant’s forward momentum. This helps reduce the
risk of force-related injuries to the occupant’s chest by limiting the load
on the occupant. Refer toEnergy management featuresection in this
chapter.
Determining if the Personal Safety Systemis operational
The Personal Safety Systemuses a warning light in the instrument
cluster or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer
to theWarning lightsection in theInstrument clusterchapter. Routine
maintenance of the Personal Safety Systemis not required.
The Restraints control module (RCM) monitors its own internal circuits
and the circuits for the airbag supplemental restraints, crash sensor(s),
safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt buckle sensors, and driver seat
position sensor. In addition, the RCM also monitors the restraints
warning light in the instrument cluster. A difficulty with the system is
indicated by one or more of the following.
•The warning light will either flash or stay lit.
•The warning light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is
turned on.
•A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat
periodically until the problem and warning light are repaired.
If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the Personal
Safety Systemserviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless
serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a
collision.
Safety restraints precautions
Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap
belt snug and low across the hips.
To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit in the back
seat where they can be properly restrained.
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STARTING
Positions of the ignition
1. LOCK, locks the gearshift lever
and allows key removal. (The
steering wheel will not lock after
key removal.)
2. OFF, shuts off the engine and all
accessories without locking the
steering wheel. This position also
allows the automatic transmission
shift lever to be moved from the P
(Park) position without the brake pedal being depressed.
When the key is in the ignition and in the OFF position, the
automatic transmission shift lever can be moved from the P
(Park) position without the brake pedal depressed. To avoid unwanted
vehicle movement, always set the parking brake.
3. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to
operate while the engine is not running.
4. RUN, all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key
position when driving.
5. START, cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
Preparing to start your vehicle
Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system. This
system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard
requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio
noise.
When starting a fuel-injected engine, don’t press the accelerator before
or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty
starting the engine. For more information on starting the vehicle, refer to
Starting the enginein this chapter.
Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high
temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk
of fire or other damage.
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•Turn the key to 4 (ON) without
turning the key to 5 (START).
Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. SeeWarning lights and
chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter for more information
regarding the warning lights.
Starting the engine
Note:Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the
engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter.
1. Turn the key to 5 (START)
without pressing the accelerator
pedal and release as soon as the
engine starts. The key will return to
4 (RUN).
Note:If the engine does not start
within five seconds on the first try,
turn the key to 3 (OFF), wait 10
seconds and try again. If engine still fails to start, press the accelerator
to the floor and try again: this will allow the engine to crank with the
fuel shut off in case the engine is flooded with fuel.
2. When the engine starts, release the key, then release the accelerator
pedal gradually as the engine speeds up.
3. After idling for a few seconds, apply the brake, shift into gear and
drive.
Guarding against exhaust fumes
Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoid
its dangerous effects.
If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer
inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell
exhaust fumes.
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Fuel quality
If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability
problems during a cold start, try a different brand of “Premium”
unleaded gasoline. If the problems persist, see your authorized dealer.
It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel
tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane
rating. Aftermarket products 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.
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.
•The
indicator may come on. For more information on the “Check
Engine” or the “Service engine soon” indicator, refer toWarning
lights and chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY
Measuring techniques
Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the
driver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently as
possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings are
NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy. We do not recommend
taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1,000 miles (1,600
km) of driving (engine break-in period). You will get a more accurate
measurement after 2,000 miles-3,000 miles (3,000 km–5,000 km).
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Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II). This OBD-II system protects the
environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet
government emission standards. The OBD-II system also assists your
authorized dealer in properly servicing your vehicle. When the
indicator illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected a malfunction.
Temporary malfunctions may cause your
indicator to illuminate.
Examples are:
1. The vehicle has run out of fuel—the engine may misfire or run poorly.
2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.
3. The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened. SeeFuel filler
capin this chapter.
These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank
with good quality fuel and/or properly tightening the fuel cap. After three
driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions
present, the
indicator should turn off—A driving cycle consists of a
cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving. No additional
vehicle service is required.
If the
indicator remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first
available opportunity.
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an I/M test of
the on-board diagnostics system. If your
indicator is on, refer to
the description in theWarning lights and chimessection of the
Instrument Clusterchapter. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test with
the
indicator on.
If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced,
the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a “not ready for I/M test”
condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, a
minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as
described below:
•First, at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway.
•Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go, city-type traffic with
at least four 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.
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Floor mats .................................138
Fluid capacities .........................304
Foglamps .....................................98
Fuel ............................................290
calculating fuel
economy ..........................128, 294
cap ...........................................292
capacity ...................................304
choosing the right fuel ...........293
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................297
detergent in fuel .....................294
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................290, 292, 295
filter, specifications ........290, 303
fuel pump shut-off switch .....239
improving fuel economy ........294
octane rating ...........293, 307–308
quality ......................................294
running out of fuel .................294
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................290
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......239
Fuses ..................................240–241
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Garage Door Opener
(see Homelink wireless control
system) ......................................121
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............292
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................294
Gauges .........................................14
GAWR
(Gross Axle Weight Rating)
calculating ...............................217GVWR
(Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
calculating ...............................217
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Hazard flashers .........................239
Head restraints .................155, 160
Headlamps ...................................96
aiming ........................................98
autolamp system .......................96
bulb specifications ..................101
daytime running lights .............97
flash to pass ..............................97
replacing bulbs .......................102
turning on and off ....................96
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................88, 90
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................121
Hood ..........................................276
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Ignition .......................219, 307–308
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................190
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................299
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................272
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................98
J
Jack ............................................249
positioning ...............................249
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storage .....................................249
Jump-starting your vehicle ......255
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Keyless entry system ...............149
autolock ...................................148
Keys ...........................................139
positions of the ignition .........219
valet key ..................................139
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Lamps
autolamp system .......................96
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................101
daytime running light ...............97
fog lamps ...................................98
headlamps .................................96
headlamps, flash to pass ..........97
instrument panel, dimming .....98
interior lamps .................100–102
replacing bulbs ...............100–103
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ......................100
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........223
Load limits .................................212
Locks
autolock ...................................148
childproof ................................141
doors ........................................139
Lubricant specifications ...306–307
Lug nuts ....................................254
Lumbar support, seats .............156
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Message center .................126–127select button ...........................126
warning messages ...................130
Mirrors .......................................106
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ......................................110
fold away .................................113
heated ......................................113
programmable memory ..........148
side view mirrors (power) .....113
Moon roof ..................................120
Motorcraft parts ........273, 290, 303
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Navigation system .......................25
cd functions ..............................43
destination mode ......................67
DVD location .............................87
map mode .................................47
quick start .................................28
radio functions ..........................35
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Octane rating ............................293
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................279
P
Parking brake ............................223
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....303
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) ...............................114
Power adjustable foot pedals ...114
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) .......................244, 247
Power door locks ......................139
Power mirrors ...........................113
Power steering ..........................228
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Towing .......................................218
recreational towing .................218
trailer towing ..........................218
wrecker ....................................261
Traction control ........................224
Transmission .............................228
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....228
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................301
fluid, refill capacities ..............304
lubricant specifications ..306–307
Trunk .........................................141
remote release ................137, 145
Turn signal ................................100
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Vehicle dimensions ...................308Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................310
Vehicle loading ..........................212
Ventilating your vehicle ...........222
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Warning lights (see Lights) .......10
Washer fluid ..............................278
Water, Driving through .............236
Windows
power .......................................108
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ........................................104
checking and adding fluid .....278
replacing wiper blades ...........278
Wrecker towing .........................261
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