instrument panel FORD FREESTAR 2007 1.G Owner's Manual

WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES
The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should be
cleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, substances on the
vehicle’s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may include
hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellant
coatings, tree sap, or other organic contamination; these contaminants
may cause squeaking or chatter noise from the blades, and streaking and
smearing of the windshield. To clean these items, follow these tips:
•The windshield, rear windows and side windows may be cleaned with
a non-abrasive cleaner such as Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass
Cleaner (ZC-23), available from your authorized dealer.
•The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or
Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate (ZC-32–A),
available from your authorized dealer. This washer fluid contains
special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hot
wax deposited on the wiper blade and windshield from automated car
wash facilities. Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appear
worn or do not function properly.
•Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches.
•Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts.
If you cannot remove those streaks after cleaning with the glass cleaner
or if the wipers chatter and move in a jerky motion, clean the outer
surface of the windshield and the wiper blades using a sponge or soft
cloth with a neutral detergent or mild-abrasive cleaning solution. After
cleaning, rinse the windshield and wiper blades with clean water. The
windshield is clean if beads do not form when you rinse the windshield
with water.
Do not use sharp objects, such as a razor blade, to clean the
inside of the rear window or to remove decals, as it may cause
damage to the rear window defroster’s heated grid lines.
INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS
Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then with a clean, dry
cloth, or use Motorcraft Dash & Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-38-A).
•Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion of
the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the
driver from undesirable windshield reflection.
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Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning
the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of
the airbag system.
•Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in
contact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntan
lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior painted
surfaces.
INTERIOR TRIM
•Clean the interior trim areas with a damp cloth, then with a clean, dry
cloth; you may also use Motorcraft Dash & Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-38-A).
•Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the
finish.
INTERIOR
For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts and seats equipped with side
airbags:
•Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.
•Remove light stains and soil with Motorcraft Professional Strength
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54).
•If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area first
with Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14).
•If a ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire area
immediately (but do not oversaturate) or the ring will set.
•Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which can
stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities of
the seat materials.
Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle’s
safety belts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing.
Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning
the seat-mounted side airbag (if equipped). Such products could
contaminate the side airbag system and affect performance of the side
airbag in a collision.
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OPENING THE HOOD
1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood
release handle located under the
bottom left corner of the instrument
panel.
2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is
located under the front center of
the hood.
3. Lift the hood and secure it with
the prop rod. Your vehicle’s hood
has two locations for the prop rod
to be placed. These locations
provide two different hood opening
positions. Use the location which
best suits your needs.
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IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE
Safety Compliance Certification Label
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration Regulations require
that a Safety Compliance
Certification Label be affixed to a
vehicle and prescribe where the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label may be located. The Safety
Compliance Certification Label is
located on the structure (B-Pillar)
by the trailing edge of the driver’s
door or the edge of the driver’s
door.
Vehicle identification number (VIN)
The vehicle identification number is
attached to a metal tag and is
located on the driver side
instrument panel.
Please note that in the graphic,
XXXX is representative of your
vehicle identification number.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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A
Accessory delay ..........................68
AdvanceTrac ..............................216
Air cleaner filter ...............294, 299
Air filter, cabin ............................44
Airbag supplemental
restraint system ........153, 162, 164
and child safety seats ............155
description ..............153, 162, 164
disposal ....................................167
driver airbag ............155, 163, 165
indicator light .................161, 167
operation .................155, 163, 165
passenger airbag .....155, 163, 165
side airbag ...............................162
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................276
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................214–215
Anti-theft system ..............109, 111
arming the system ..................111
disarming a triggered
system .....................................112
Audio system
(see Radio) ................19, 21, 24, 27
Automatic transaxle .................219
fluid, adding ............................293
fluid, checking ........................293
fluid, refill capacities ..............300
fluid, specification ..................300
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................221
Auxiliary power point .................66
B
Battery .......................................274acid, treating emergencies .....274
battery saver .............................47
jumping a disabled battery ....245
maintenance-free ....................274
replacement, specifications ...299
servicing ..................................274
BeltMinder
...............................148
Brakes ........................................214
anti-lock ...........................214–215
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light ...............215
fluid, checking and adding ....292
fluid, refill capacities ..............300
fluid, specifications .................300
lubricant specifications ..........300
parking ....................................216
shift interlock ..........................219
Bulbs ............................................51
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....300
Cargo net .....................................91
Cassette tape player .......19, 21, 24
Cell phone use ..............................7
Child safety restraints ..............168
child safety belts ....................168
Child safety seats ......................171
in front seat ............................173
in rear seat ..............................173
tether anchorage hardware ...175
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............262
instrument panel ....................263
interior .....................................264
interior trim ............................264
plastic parts ............................262
washing ....................................260
waxing .....................................261
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capacity ...................................300
choosing the right fuel ...........284
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................289
detergent in fuel .....................286
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................281, 283, 286
filter, specifications ........281, 299
fuel pump shut-off switch .....227
improving fuel economy ........286
octane rating ...................285, 302
quality ......................................285
running out of fuel .................286
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................281
Fuses ..................................227–228
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............283
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................286
Gauges .........................................16
H
Hazard flashers .........................226
Head restraints .................113, 117
Headlamps ...................................45
aiming ........................................48
autolamp system .......................45
bulb specifications ....................51
daytime running lights .............46
flash to pass ..............................46
high beam .................................46
replacing bulbs .........................52
turning on and off ....................45
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................35–36Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................74
Hood ..........................................268
I
Ignition ...............................211, 302
Illuminated visor mirror .............57
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................171
Inspection/maintenance
(I/M) testing ..............................291
Instrument panel ........................65
cleaning ...................................263
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................47
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......245
K
Keyless entry system ...............106
autolock .....................................96
keypad .....................................107
locking and unlocking
doors ........................................108
programming entry code .......107
Keys .............................95, 109–110
positions of the ignition .........211
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................45
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................51
daytime running light ...............46
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headlamps .................................45
headlamps, flash to pass ..........46
instrument panel, dimming .....47
interior lamps .....................49–51
replacing bulbs ...................52, 55
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................49
Liftgate ............................87–88, 92
remote release ..................95, 101
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........215
Load limits .................................200
Locks
autolock .....................................96
childproof ..................................98
doors ..........................................95
Lubricant specifications ...........300
Lug nuts ....................................245
Luggage rack ...............................92
Lumbar support, seats .............115
M
Message center .....................78–79
english/metric button ...............81
system check button ................81
warning messages .....................82
Mirrors .........................................69
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................69
fold away ...................................70
heated ........................................70
programmable memory ..........102
side view mirrors (power) .......69
signal .........................................70
Motorcraft parts ........265, 281, 299
O
Octane rating ............................285Oil (see Engine oil) ..................271
Overdrive ...................................220
P
Parking brake ............................216
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....299
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................139
Pedals (see Power
adjustable foot pedals) ...............71
Power adjustable foot pedals .....71
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................231
Power door locks ..................95–96
Power liftgate ......................88, 101
Power mirrors .............................69
Power point .................................66
Power steering ..........................218
fluid, checking and adding ....292
fluid, refill capacity ................300
fluid, specifications .................300
Power Windows ...........................67
R
Radio ..........................19, 21, 24, 27
Relays ........................................227
Remote entry system .........98, 100
illuminated entry ............104–105
locking/unlocking
doors ................................100–101
panic alarm .............................102
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................103
replacing the batteries ...........103
Reverse sensing system ...........222
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