climate control FORD EDGE 2009 1.G User Guide

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING
Tire Quality Grades apply to new
pneumatic passenger car tires. The
Quality grades can be found where
applicable on the tire sidewall
between tread shoulder and
maximum section width. For
example:
•Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A
These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United
States Department of Transportation has set.
Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic passenger car tires. They do
not apply to deep tread, winter-type snow tires, space-saver or
temporary use spare tires, light truck or “LT” type tires, tires with
nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as
defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2).
U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades:The U.S.
Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor Company to give you
the following information about tire grades exactly as the government
has written it.
Treadwear
The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of
the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified
government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one
and one-half (1
12) times as well on the government course as a tire
graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual
conditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from the
norm due to variations in driving habits, service practices, and
differences in road characteristics and climate.
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SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS
WARNING:Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed
rating as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or
wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and
performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of
loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
Additionally, the use of non-recommended tires and wheels could
cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case/power transfer unit
failure.
The tires on your vehicle have all-weather treads to provide traction in
rain and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use snow
tires and chains. If you need to use chains, it is recommended that only
cable chains are used with steel wheels (of the same size and
specifications) as chains may chip aluminum wheels.
Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and cable chains:
•Install cable chains only on the front wheels.
•Use only cable chains on 17 inch wheels with P235/65R17 tires.
•Do not use tire chains, cables or optional traction devices with
18 inch, 20 inch or 22 inch wheels and tires.
•Drive cautiously. If you hear the cable chains rub or bang against your
vehicle, stop and re-tighten the cable chains. If this does not work,
remove the cable chains to prevent damage to your vehicle.
•If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle.
•Remove the tire cable chains when they are no longer needed. Do not
use tire cable chains on dry roads.
•The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle
damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when
using snow tires and cable chains.
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Servicing after towing
If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require more
frequent service intervals. Refer to yourScheduled Maintenance Guide
for more information.
Trailer towing tips
•Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip to
get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turning, make
wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles.
•If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear. Do
not apply the brakes continuously, as they may overheat and become
less effective.
•Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached.
•The trailer tongue weight should be 10–15% of the loaded trailer
weight.
•After you have traveled 50 miles (80 km), thoroughly check your
hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts.
•To aid in engine/transmission cooling and A/C efficiency during hot
weather while stopped in traffic, place the gearshift lever in P (Park)
(automatic transmission) or N (Neutral) (manual transmissions).
•Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. If you must
park on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer’s wheels.
RECREATIONAL TOWING
Follow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to tow
your vehicle for personal travel (such as behind a motor home or a
truck).
Note:Put your climate control system in recirculated air mode to
prevent exhaust fumes from entering the vehicle.
In case of roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, please refer to
Wrecker towingin theRoadside Emergencieschapter.
These guidelines are designed to prevent damage to your vehicle.
Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles:
Tow your Front Wheel Drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground
or with the front wheels off the ground by using a tow dolly. If you are
using a tow dolly follow the instructions specified by the equipment
provider.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
10 15A Backlighting, Puddle lamps,
Ambient lighting
11 10A All wheel drive
12 7.5A Power mirror switch, Driver side
power seat memory, Driver seat
module – Keep alive power (KA)
13 5A Satellite radio
14 10A Power liftgate module
15 10A Climate control
16 15A Not used (Spare)
17 20A All power lock motor feeds,
Liftgate release
18 20A Heated seats, Four channel amp
(Audiophile amp)
19 25A Rear wiper
20 15A Datalink
21 15A Fog lamps
22 15A Park lamps
23 15A High beam headlamps
24 20A Horn relay
25 10A Demand lamps
26 10A Instrument panel cluster
27 20A Ignition switch
28 5A Radio
29 5A Instrument panel cluster
30 5A Overdrive cancel switch
31 10A Automatic dimming rear view
mirror
32 10A Not used (Spare)
33 10A Not used (Spare)
34 5A Steering angle sensor
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
35 10A Rear park assist, AWD, Heated
seat module
36 5A PATS transceiver
37 10A Climate control
38 20A Subwoofer/Amp (Audiophile
radio)
39 20A Radio
40 20A Not used (Spare)
41 15A Delayed accessory function for
radio and lock switch illumination,
Ambient lighting
42 10A Not used (Spare)
43 10A Rear wiper logic
44 10A Customer accessory feed
45 5A Front wiper logic, Climate control
relay feed
46 7.5A Occupant Classification Sensor
(OCS), Passenger Airbag
Deactivation Indicator (PADI)
47 30A Circuit
BreakerPower windows
48 — Delayed accessory relay
Power distribution box
The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The
power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your
vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads.
WARNING:Always disconnect the battery before servicing high
current fuses.
WARNING:To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace
the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the
battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
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Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............271
instrument panel ....................272
interior .....................................273
plastic parts ............................271
safety belts ..............................273
washing ....................................269
waxing .....................................270
wheels ......................................270
wiper blades ............................271
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............51
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................34
AM/FM/CD .................................26
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................86
Console ........................................68
overhead ....................................67
Controls
power seat ...............................126
steering column ........................76
Convertible
cleaning ...................................272
Coolant
checking and adding ..............286
refill capacities ................289, 308
specifications ..........................308
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................73
Cupholder(s) .............................132
Customer Assistance ................239
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................266
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................266
Getting roadside assistance ...239
Getting the service you
need .........................................262Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................267
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................265
D
Daytime running lamps (see
Lamps) .........................................56
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................304
engine oil .................................281
Driving under special
conditions ..................229, 234, 236
sand .........................................235
snow and ice ...........................237
through water .................235, 238
E
Electronic message center ...83–84
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................255
Emission control system ..........300
Engine ........................................310
cleaning ...................................271
coolant .....................................286
fail-safe cooling .......................290
idle speed control ...................284
lubrication specifications .......308
refill capacities ........................308
service points ..................278–279
starting after a collision .........240
Engine block heater .................216
Engine oil ..................................281
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................281
checking and adding ..............281
dipstick ....................................281
filter, specifications ........283, 307
recommendations ...................283
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