check engine light FORD FREESTYLE 2005 1.G Quick Reference Guide

LOCATION OF SPARE TIRE AND TOOLS
Your vehicle is equipped with a temporary spare tire,
which is smaller than a regular tire, and designed for
emergency use only. The jack, spare tire, jack handle, andlug nut wrench are under the carpeted floor panel in the
rear of the vehicle. If the 3rd row seat is stowed in the floor,you will need to unstow it to access the spare tire and jack.
FUSES
If your electrical components aren't working properly, a
fuse may have blown. Please consult your Owner's Guide.
FUEL PUMP SHUTOFF SWITCH
This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel
to the engine when your vehicle has had a substantial jolt.After an accident, if the engine cranks but does not start,this switch may have been activated. The fuel pump shutoff switch is located in the front passenger footwell area
in the right upper corner. For switch reset instructions,please consult your Owner's Guide.
UNLEADED FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS
For optimum performance, use “Regular” unleaded fuel
with a pump (R+M)/2 octane rating of at least 87. We do
not recommend the use of gasolines labeled “Regular”with octane ratings of 86 or lower that are sold in highaltitude areas.
Safe operation of your Freestyle requires that your tires be
properly inflated. The Ford recommended inflationpressure is found on the Tire Label or the Certification Labellocated near the front door latch on the driver's side. At leastonce a month and before long trips, inspect each tire andcheck the air pressure with a tire gauge. Don't forget thespare. Air pressure should be checked when the tires are
cold. Inflate all tires to the inflation pressure recommended
by Ford Motor Company.
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
In addition to your New Vehicle Limited Warranty, Ford
provides new vehicle owners with a complimentary roadside
assistance program. This service is available 24 hours a day,seven days a week, for three years or 36,000 miles (60,000km). It covers changing a flat tire, jump starts, limited fuel
delivery, lockout assistance, and towing of your vehicle.
United States (800) 2413673 Canada (800) 6652006
UNDERSTANDING THE CVT
The Continuously Variable Transaxle (CVT) is a fully
automatic transmission that electronically monitorsvehicle system inputs/outputs and driver demands to
select the desired drive ratio. Unlike traditional automatic
transmissions, the CVT continually adjusts the optimumoverall drive ratio between engine and drive wheels for all operating conditions. As traditional automatictransmissions shift up or down in gears, this shifting ingear ratios is noticeable by increasing and decreasingengine RPM, which causes a slight energy loss as the
gears change. The gear changes can be felt by the driver.
With the CVT, there is no energy transfer loss fromshifting because there is no gear shifting up or down.Accelerating up to vehicle operating speed is smooth andcontinuous, uninterrupted by gear shifting. The sameholds true for coasting down to idle, smooth and
continuous. Unlike traditional automatic transmissions,
the CVT offers more responsive performance and
increased fuel economy.
The use of fluids other than
the recommended fluid could seriously damage internal transmission components. Please consult your Owner’s Guide.
2005 FREESTYLE ESSENTIALINFORMATION

ELEVENTHIRTEEN FOURTEEN
TEN| THROTTLE CONTROL /
TRANSMISSION LAMP
The Throttle Control/Transmission Lamp illuminates
when a powertrain fault has been detected. Contact yourdealer as soon as possible.
ELEVEN | ENGINE COOLANT LAMP
Illuminates when the engine coolant is low. Stop the
vehicle as soon as safely possible and let the engine cool.
TWELVE | ABS WARNING LAMP
In an emergency, apply continuous force to the brake
pedal. Do not pump the brakes. Any pulsation ormechanical noise you may feel or hear is normal. If the light
stays on, have your vehicle serviced. Normal braking is stillfunctional unless the brake warning light is also illuminated.
THIRTEEN | MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)
With the ignition in the ON position, the message center
displays important vehicle information by constantly
monitoring vehicle systems. You may select display featureson the message center for a display of status preceded by abrief indicator chime. The system will also notify you ofpotential vehicle problems with a display of system
warnings. For more detailed information, please consult your Owner's Guide.
FOURTEEN | CHECK ENGINE LAMP
The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the
ignition is first turned to the ON position to check thebulb. If the light stays on or blinks, the On BoardDiagnostics System has detected a malfunction. Drive ina moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration or
deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately.
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