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Action
Possible Sources
Symptom
Certain amount of noise level
acceptable, not a safety critical
item.
Power steering system knock
noise – a damped, metallic knock
noise which only occurs at
steering condition with engine off
(very high efforts).
Power steering system knock
noise – a heavy loud repeating
sound like a knock on a door that
occurs in several driving and
steering conditions.
Certain amount of noise level
acceptable, not a safety critical
item.
Tolerances in the steering gear
components.
Power Steering Mechanical Knock Noise
(PAS on)
Test Condition
Listen for steering knock noise with the engine
speed at idle in the following test conditions (power
assist). 1. Turn the steering wheel to a steering lock and
return to center quickly.
2. Turn the steering wheel 90 degrees to the left and then 90 degrees to the right quickly.
Action
Possible Sources
Symptom
REFER to Steering System.
REFER to:Steering System (211-
00 Steering System - General
Information, Diagnosis and
Testing).
Worn tie-rod ball joints (inner and
outer ball joints).
Power steering system knock
noise – clear knock noise from
steering gear linkage area.
Power Steering Hammer Knock (Hydraulic)
Noise
Test Condition
Listen for steering knock noise with the engine
speed at idle in the following test conditions (for vehicles with hydraulic power assisted steering
only, not electro-hydraulic power steering).
1. Turn the steering wheel to a steering lock
position and return quickly.
Action
Possible Sources
Symptom
Certain amount of noise level
acceptable, not a safety critical
item.
Hydraulic noise created by pres-
sure impulses.
Power steering system knock
noise – loud, metallic sound if
hitting the suspension cross-
member with a hammer (sounds
like metallic noise but is created
by pressure impulse in gear and
return line).
Power Steering Hydraulic Knock/Clonk
Noise
Test Condition
Listen for steering knock/clonk noise in the
following test conditions with the windows closed. 1. Drive over cobbled roads at low speed 10-30
km/h (6-20 mph) with and without turning.
2. Drive over straight tar strips road rails or 25 mm tall harshness strips at low speed 10-30 km/h
(6-20 mph) both driving straight and with
moderate turning.
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Suspension System
Special Tool(s)Alignment Pins, Subframe
205-316 (15-097A)
15097A
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanicaldamage.
Visual Inspection Chart
Mechanical
Tire pressure(s) Wheel and tires
Mechanical
Wheel knuckles Tie-rod ends
Front suspension lower arm ball joints Front suspension lower arm bushings Front strut and spring assemblies
Front and rear stabilizer bar and connecting links Rear springs
Rear shock absorbers
Rear suspension lower arms
3. If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible)
before proceeding to the next step.
4. If the cause is not visually evident, verify the symptom and refer to the Symptom Chart.
Symptom Chart
Symptom Chart
Action
Possible Sources
Symptom
• Vehicles without load levellingshock absorbers, CHECK for
abnormal loading, spring sag
or non-standard springs.
• Vehicles with load levelling shock absorbers, GO to
Pinpoint Test C.
• Vehicle attitude incorrect (front
or rear / left or right is high or
low).
• Drift left or right
• CHECK the steering system.REFER to: Steering System
(211-00 Steering System -
General Information,
Diagnosis and Testing).
• Steering gear or linkage worn
or damaged.
• CHECK the brake system.REFER to: Brake System (206-
00 Brake System - General
Information, Diagnosis and
Testing).
• Brake system.
• Using the special tool, CHECKthe front subframe alignment..
• Incorrect front crossmember
alignment.
• CHECK the wheel bearings.
• Worn front wheel bearings.
• GO toPinpoint Test A.
• Wheel and tires.
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Instrument Cluster and Panel Illumination
Refer to
Wiring Diagrams Section 413-00, for
schematic and connector information.
Principles of Operation
NOTE: A new instrument cluster must be
configured.
The instrument cluster and panel illumination
consists of dimmable and non-dimmable
illumination. The dimmable panel illumination is
controlled by the panel illumination switch (part of
the headlamp switch), which allows the brightness
level of the backlights to be adjusted dependent
on the customer preference. When the headlamp
switch is in the parking lamps ON or headlamps
ON position, the intensity of the backlighting can
be adjusted using the panel dimmer switch. The
non dimmable illumination allows for full intensity
dependant on the ignition switch position.
Instrument Cluster and Dimmable
Backlighting A.
Tachometer
B. Engine coolant temperature gauge
C. Fuel gauge
D. Speedometer
E. Information display
The dimmable illumination utilizes light emitting
diodes (LEDs) and bulb(s). The following dimmable
components are backlight using LEDs only:
• ashtray
• cigar lighter
• transmission control lever
• heater control panel
• audio unit • navigation system display module
• instrument cluster
• climate control module
• hazard switch
• traction control system disable switch
• right-hand and left-hand heated front seat
switch(es)
Inspection and Verification
1. Verify the customer concern.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical
or electrical damage.
Visual Inspection Chart Electrical
Mechanical
– Fuse(s)
– Loose or corrodedconnector(s)
– Instrument cluster
– Wiring Harness
– Circuit
– LED(s)
– Bulb(s)
– Engine/engine
compartment or
underbody compon-
ents
– Fluid levels
– Accessory installa- tion
3. If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible)
before proceeding to the next step.
4. If the cause is not visually evident, verify the symptom and refer to the diagnostic tab within
the Ford approved diagnostic tool. G1054961en
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Component Description
Rear parking aid speaker
The rear parking aid speaker, in addition to its
actual function, is also used for audible indication
of various types of error in the front and rear
parking aids. If the rear parking aid speaker
becomes defective, the front parking aid speaker
will then be used to indicate failure modes.
If an error is detected in the system, a signal tone
is emitted via the speaker for 3 seconds.
Parking aid sensors
CAUTIONS:
Always keep sensors free from dirt, ice and
snow. Do not use any sharp objects to
clean the sensors.
If a high-pressure cleaner is used to wash
the vehicle, the jet must only be aimed at
the sensors briefly at a distance of at least
20 cm.
The parking aid sensor consists of the following:
• Plastic housing
• Aluminum membrane with Piezo disc
• Decoupling ring
• Printed circuit board (PCB)
The parking aid sensor consists of a sensor and a
holder. The holder makes sure that each parking
aid sensor is correctly orientated in relation to its
location in the rear bumper.
The sensors have a 3-pin connector which is
connected to the wiring harness of the front
bumper. This in turn is connected to the main body
wiring harness. Three pins provide for power
supply, ground and signal lines to and from the
parking aid module. The disc resonates at a frequency of ca. 50kHz,
producing the ultrasonic output. The disc also
receives the reflected echo signal from any objects
within range.
Parking aid module
The parking aid module has three connectors which
provide for power, ground and MS CAN bus
connections, as well as the front and rear parking
aid sensors, the parking aid switch and parking aid
speaker.
The parking aid module carries out self-check
routines and when the parking aid is active, checks
the parking aid sensor wiring for short or open
circuits. If a concern is detected, a diagnostic
trouble code (DTC) is stored in a memory in the
parking aid module and the front and rear parking
aid sensors will be disabled until the DTC is cleared
and the ignition cycled. The driver recognizes a
problem through the flashing LED and a shrill
continuous tone, which is emitted for 3 seconds
when the parking aid is activated. If the parking aid
is working properly, short tones are emitted instead
of this continuous tone. DTCs can be read using
the Ford approved diagnostic tool through the data
link connector (DLC).
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Charging System
Refer to Wiring Diagrams Section 414-02, for
schematic and connector information.
General Equipment
Midtronics EXP-1050 battery tester
Midtronics GR590-2
Ford diagnostic equipment
Inspection and Verification
WARNINGS: Batteries contain sulphuric acid. Avoid
contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Also,
shield your eyes when working near
batteries to protect against possible
splashing of the acid solution. In case of
acid contact with skin or eyes, flush
immediately with water for a minimum of
15 minutes and get prompt medical
attention. If acid is swallowed, call a
physician immediately. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in personal
injury.
Batteries normally produce explosive
gases which can cause personal injury.
Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or
lighted substances to come near the
battery. When charging or working near a
battery, always shield your face and
protect your eyes. Always provide
ventilation. Failure to follow these
instructions may result in personal injury.
1. Verify the customer concern.
2. Visually inspect for obvious signs of mechanical
or electrical damage.
Visual Inspection Chart Electrical
Mechanical
– Fuse(s)
– Wiring harness(es)
– Generator
– Electricalconnector(s)
– Battery junction box (BJB)
– Battery
– Battery cables
– Battery monitoring sensor (BMS)
– Charging system warning indicator
–
Accessory drive belt
– Generator
3. If an obvious cause for an observed or reported concern is found, correct the cause (if possible)
before proceeding to the next step.
4. Check the operation of the charging system warning indicator lamp, located in the instrument
cluster. Normal operation is as follows:
Normal Charging System Voltages Charging System
Warning Indicator Operation
Engine to
battery ground
Battery
Gener-
ator B+ Circuit
I Circuit
Ignition Switch
Position
OFF
0V
10-12V
10-12V
0V
Position 0
Illuminated
0V
10-12V
10-12V
0V
Position II
OFF
0V
13-15V
13-15V
13-15V
Position II with
the engine
running
5. If the cause is not visually evident, verify the symptom and refer to the Component Tests. Component Tests
Generator On-Vehicle Tests - No-Load Test
1. Turn off all electrical loads and the ignition
switch. G1055063en
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Battery Disconnect and Connect
Disconnect
WARNINGS:
Batteries normally produce explosive
gases which may cause personal injury,
therefore do not allow flames, sparks or
lighted substances to come near the
battery. When charging or working near
the battery always shield your face and
protect your eyes. Always provide
adequate ventilation. Failure to follow
these instructions may result in personal
injury.
The supplemental restraint system (SRS)
is active for a certain length of time after
the power supply has been disconnected.
Wait for a minimum of 3 minutes before
disconnecting or removing any SRS
components.
Audio unit key code saving devices must
not be used when working on
supplemental restraint or fuel systems.
When using these devices the vehicle
electrical system is still live but with a
reduced current flow. Failure to follow this
instruction may result in personal injury.
CAUTION: Make sure the engine is not
running before disconnecting the battery
ground cable to avoid damage to the
vehicle electrical system.
NOTE: Disconnecting the battery will erase fault
codes, drive values and customer data stored in
the modules.
NOTE: This procedure should be used to
disconnect the battery while carrying out repairs
that refer to the battery being disconnected.
1. Refer to: Battery and Battery Charging Health
and Safety Precautions (100-00 General
Information, Description and Operation).
2. Obtain and record the audio unit keycode and
preset radio frequencies. 3.
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Vehicles with upgraded audio system.
The upgraded audio system is available with the
following equipment:
• • Radio/individual CD player with MP3
• • Radio/individual CD player with MP3 and
Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB)
• • Radio with integrated 6x CD changer with MP3
• • Radio with integrated 6x CD changer with MP3
and DAB
DAB radio
DAB is a procedure for digital transmission of radio
programs.
The DAB system was developed in Europe within
the framework of a European development program
and in recent years has been introduced in many
European countries.
The audio signals from up to 12 radio stations are
packaged into a multiplex and bundled into a single
data stream. This is then broadcast via one or more
terrestrial transmitters. This means that individual
transmitters are no longer needed for each radio
station.
In addition to the much larger range of stations that
can be provided to radio listeners through DAB,
there are also several big technical advantages
over the current FM, MW, LW and SW
transmission:
• Provided the receiver can receive the signal from the DAB transmitter, sound reproduction
is guaranteed. There is no fading, as is typical
for AM and mobile FM reception.
• Interference, such as crackling noises caused by high voltage lines, is filtered out by the DAB
receiver. • With DAB, there is no overlapping of different
stations.
• If the transmission signal is reflected by natural obstacles or buildings while en route, this
causes interference with FM. With DAB,
however, reception is significantly improved by
this.
Service linking
As soon as the audio device no longer receives
the FM signal in sufficient quality, it automatically
switches to the corresponding DAB transmitter, but
the FM display in the audio device remains active.
When the FM signal becomes available again in
sufficient quality, the device automatically switches
back.
AUX port
The audio systems have an auxiliary device input
(AUX IN) which enables the playback of auxiliary
devices such as MiniDisc or MP3 players via the
vehicle's audio system. Sounds is played back
through the vehicle loudspeakers.
Radio remote control. The following functions can be controlled with the
remote control:
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The turn signal lamps and side lights are the same as in conventional headlamps.
Bulb color
Current draw
Bulb
Lamp
Clear
35W
D1S
Low-beams
Clear
55W
H1
High beam headlamp
Clear
21W
H21W
Turn signal indicator
Clear
5W
W5W
Side lamp
Headlamp levelling
Vehicles with conventional headlamps are
equipped with a manual headlamp leveling system. An automatic headlamp leveling system is a legal
requirement for vehicles with gas discharge
headlamps.
The automatic headlamp levelling system is a
dynamic system which provides additional benefits
for the driver in terms of improved illumination of
the road due to improved control over the
headlamp beam.
In a static system, the vehicle is only considered
as a stationary object, whereas a dynamic system
also takes into account the dynamic changes to
the inclination of the vehicle whilst driving.
In order to prevent unnecessary changes in the
height of the headlamp beam, the system filters
out surface irregularities and any pitching of the
vehicle under braking and acceleration.
The system is designed to respond to changes in
the inclination of the vehicle caused by load
changes or long-term effects of aerodynamic forces
acting on the vehicle (e.g. due to continuous driving
at high speeds).
Accordingly, the system needs to be set up with
the aid of WDS (Worldwide Diagnostic System)
after any components are replaced or any other
repairs are carried out.
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3. If a new lower arm is installed it will benecessary to check and adjust the front wheel
alignment.
REFER to: Front Toe Adjustment (204-00
Suspension System - General Information,
General Procedures)
/ Rear Toe Adjustment (204-00 Suspension
System - General Information, General
Procedures).
Strut or Shock Absorber Inspection
NOTE: Inspect the struts or shock absorber for
signs of oil weepage or leaks. Make sure that the
oil is not from another source.
Weepage:
• deposits a thin film of oil on the strut and spring assembly or shock absorber.
• is normally noticed due to a collection of dust on the strut and spring assembly or shock
absorber.
• occurs during the normal running-in period of 4800 - 8050 km. After this period no new signs
of oil should be visible.
• does not require new struts or shock absorbers to be installed.
Leakage:
• covers the entire strut and spring assembly or shock absorber with oil.
• will drip oil onto the surrounding suspension components.
• requires new struts or shock absorbers to be installed.
Strut or Shock Absorber Testing
NOTE: Struts or shock absorbers must be tested
in the vertical position.
1. Remove both strut and spring assemblies or shock absorbers. The piston rods should extend.
• Disassemble the strut and spring assemblies.
REFER to: Front Strut and Spring Assembly
(204-01 Front Suspension, Removal and
Installation).
2. Compress the piston rods. Both piston rods should offer the same resistance when
compressing.
3. Compress and release the piston rods. The piston rods should extent equally. 4. Compress and pull the piston rod in the vertical
position. Feel if the resistance force at the point
of direction change-over is perceptible without
a lag. If a lag is perceptible it is an indication of
damper valve damage and new struts or shock
absorbers must be installed. REFER to:
Front Strut and Spring Assembly (204-01 Front
Suspension, Removal and Installation),
Spring (204-02 Rear Suspension, Removal and
Installation).
Load-Levelling Shock Absorber
1. With the vehicle unladen, measure and note the dimensions between the base of the wheel rim
and the top of the rear fender on both sides.
• The measurements on both sides should be approximately equal.
2. With a load of 4 average size adults and a 100 kg weight, measure and note the dimensions
between the base of the wheel rim and the top
of the rear fender on both sides.
3. NOTE: Due to the internal ratchet mechanism of the suspension components, the height
of the rear of the vehicle should rise during
the road test.
With a load of 4 average size adults and a 100
kg weight, drive the vehicle for 3 km on a road
of normal condition.
4. With a load of 4 average size adults and a 100 kg weight, measure and note the dimensions
between the base of the wheel rim and the top
of the rear fender on both sides.
5. If the dimensions on both sides are no longer approximately equal, install new load levelling
shock absorbers.
REFER to: Spring(204-02 Rear Suspension,
Removal and Installation).
6. NOTE: Due to the internal ratchet mechanism of the suspension components, the height
of the rear of the vehicle should rise during
the road test.
If the dimensions are approximately equal,
unload the vehicle and drive the vehicle for 3
km on a road of normal condition.
7. With the vehicle unladen, measure and note the dimensions between the base of the wheel rim
and the top of the rear fender on both sides.
Check the final dimensions with the original
dimensions taken in the unladen condition.
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Front Toe Adjustment(14 117 3)
General EquipmentWheel Alignment System
NOTE: Make sure that the vehicle is standing on
a level surface.
1. CAUTION: Make sure that the steering wheel lock is engaged.
NOTE: Make sure that the road wheels are in
the straight ahead position.
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2. Check the toe setting on both sides.
General Equipment: Wheel Alignment System
3. Loosen on both sides.
Torque: 69
Nm
1.
2.NOTE: Make sure that the boot is correctly
located.
Rotate the tie-rods an equal amount in either
a clockwise or a counterclockwise direction
to adjust the toe setting on both sides.
2
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