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Turning On the LampsMap LampsYour vehicle has a map lamp for the passenger and
one for the driver.
The map lamps on vehicles equipped with a
moon roof
The map lamps on the inside roof of the carTo turn on the map lamps, push the switches in
front of each lamp.
On vehicles equipped with the moon roof option,
the map lamps and switches are located on the
inside rearview mirror.
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Moon Roof (If equipped)You can move the moon roof back to open the
glass panel, or you can tilt it up to ventilate the
vehicle.
The roof console ROOF switch is used to open and
close the moon roof. Press and hold the switch
until the desired position is reached. At the fully
closed position, the motor automatically turns off.
The switch for the moon roof (overhead
console)
To open the moon roof, push switch rearward.
To close the moon roof, push switch forward.
To tilt the moon roof into vent position when the
glass panel is closed, press and hold the switch
forward.
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100The Electronic Compass
(If equipped)The electronic compassThe compass is mounted to the inside rear view
mirror. The display is in the upper right hand
corner of the mirror glass.The display will show one of the following
directions: N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W, and NW. The
brightness of the compass display is controlled by
the instrument panel dimming switch.
Factors Affecting Compass AccuracySome things which can affect compass accuracy are
large buildings, bridges, power lines, and powerful
antennas. Keep radar detectors and other
magnetically mounted devices as far away from the
compass as possible. Sometimes after-market and
dealer-installed moon roofs can affect the accuracy
of the compass. Using automatic car washes can
cause minor inaccuracies in the compass.
NOTE:Usually, when something affects the
compass readings, the compass will correct itself
after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal
conditions. If the compass is still giving inaccurate
readings after a few days, perform a compass
adjustment.
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DoorsChildproof Locks for the Rear DoorsIn addition to power locks, your vehicle has
childproof locks for the rear doors. If you set these
locks, the rear doors cannot be opened from the
inside of the vehicle. The doors can still be opened
from the outside when the lock knobs are raised.
The childproof locks for the rear doors
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104To set the childproof lock on each rear door, open
the rear door.
Find the lever at the black label with the word
LOCKED in white letters. Move the lever up.
To release the childproof lock, open the rear door
from the outside and move the lever down.Using the Power Door LocksYour vehicle has power door locks. The controls to
lock the doors are on the trim panel of the front
door. When you close the doors after you set the
door locks, the doors remain locked. If the power
mechanism ever fails, the manual door lock will
override the power controls.The power locks on the driver's door
Smart LocksThe Smart Locks feature helps prevent you from
locking the keys in your vehicle. With the key in
the ignition (in any switch position) and either the
driver's or passenger's door open, the doors cannot
be locked using the front door lock switches.
NOTE:Your vehicle can still be locked, while the
key is in the ignition, by manually pressing down
the lock button or with remote/keyless entry.
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Cleaning Plastic PartsSome of your vehicle's exterior trim parts are
plastic. Clean with a tar and road oil remover if
necessary. Use a vinyl cleaner for routine cleaning.
Do not clean plastic parts with thinners, solvents or
petroleum-based cleaners.
If you have your vehicle rustproofed, remove
oversprayed rustproofing with a tar and road oil
remover. If rustproofing is not removed from plastic
and rubber parts, it can cause deterioration.Cleaning the Safety BeltsClean the safety belts with any mild soap solution
that is recommended for cleaning upholstery or
carpets. Do not bleach or dye the belt webbing
because this may weaken it.
Cleaning the Instrument Panel LensClean the instrument panel lens and woodtone trim
with a soft cloth and a glass cleaner. Do not use
paper towel or any abrasive cleaner to clean either
the lens or the woodtone trim as these may cause
scratches.Cleaning the Exterior LampsDo not use dry paper towel, chemical solvents or
abrasive cleaners to clean the lamps, as these may
cause scratches or crack the lamps.Cleaning the Interior LampsYour interior dome lamps and map lamps are plastic
and should be cleaned with a mild detergent
diluted in water. Rinse them with clear water.
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description............. 229
specifications............ 273
Brakes................ 171
adjustment............. 171
anti-lock.............. 171
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light........... 11
applying the brakes.......... 171
brake warning light.......... 10
fluid, checking and adding....... 229
fluid, refill capacities......229, 272
fluid, specifications.......... 273
front disc.............. 171
if brakes do not grip well....... 171
master cylinder........... 229
new brake linings........... 5
noise.............171, 172
parking............... 172
power braking............ 171
servicing.............. 229
trailer............... 188
when storing your vehicle....... 276Break-in period.............. 5
Brights (high beams).......... 15
Bulbs, replacing............ 261
halogen............... 261
headlamps.............. 262
C
Canada, customer assistance....... 284
Canada, warranty information....... 4
Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan
(CAMVAP).............. 285
Capacities for refilling fluids....... 272
Car seats for children
(see Child safety seats)........ 149
Cassette tape player (see Electronic sound
system)............... 32
Catalytic converter........... 258
CD player (see Electronic sound system) . . 35
Chains, tires.............. 250
Changing a tire............. 205
Charging system warning light...... 13
Childproof locks............ 103
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Child safety restraints.......... 148
child safety belts........... 162
child safety seats........... 149
Child safety seats............ 149
and air bags............. 149
attaching with tether straps...... 160
automatic locking mode
(retractor)..........140, 149
in front seat............. 149
in rear outboard seat......... 149
in rear seat............. 149
tether anchorage hardware...... 161
Chime
headlamps on............ 15
key in ignition............ 63
safety belt.............. 10
Circuit breakers, see also fuses...... 192
Cleaning your vehicle.......... 268
chrome and aluminum parts...... 268
exterior............... 269
exterior lamps............ 269
fabric................ 270headlamps.............. 269
instrument panel......... 7,269
interior............... 269
interior lamps............ 269
mirrors............. 93,111
plastic parts............. 269
polishing.............. 268
rustproofing............. 268
safety belts............. 269
tail lamps.............. 269
upholstery and interior trim...... 269
washing............... 268
waxing............... 268
wheels............... 270
Climate control system
air conditioning........... 45
electronic automatic temperature
control.............. 45
heating............... 45
Clock................. 60
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rear ABS.............. 11
safety belt.............. 10
service engine soon......... 14
theft system............. 16
turn signal indicator...... 14,64,65
Load limits.............. 183
GAWR............... 183
GVWR............... 183
trailer towing............ 185
Lubricant specifications......... 273
Luggage compartment.......... 116
Lug nuts............... 207
anti-theft.............. 210
standard.............. 208
tightening sequence......... 207
M
Maintenance schedule and record
(see separate Maintenance Schedule
and Record booklet)........... 3
Maintenance (see Servicing)....... 219Master cylinder, brakes......... 229
Mileage, calculating fuel economy..... 257
Mirrors................ 92
automatic dimming rearview mirror . . . 92
heated............... 112
rearview.............. 92
side view mirrors.......... 92
side view mirrors (manual)...... 110
Moon roof............... 91
Motorcraft parts............ 271
N
National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration............ 277
New vehicle break-in........... 5
O
Octane rating............. 253
Odometer............... 17
description............. 17
Oil filter.............228, 271
Oil (see Engine oil)........... 226
Oil viscosity.............. 226
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On-board diagnostic (OBD II) system . . . 260
Overdrive............... 181
Overseas offices............ 286
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system............. 124
Parking brake............. 172
operation.............. 172
warning light............ 10
Parts (see Motorcraft Parts)....... 271
PCV valve, specifications........ 271
Phone, cellular............. 113
Power features
antenna............... 31
mirrors............... 92
moon roof.............. 91
seats................ 132
windows.............. 105
Power steering
dipstick............... 237
driving with power steering...... 177fluid, checking and adding....... 237
fluid, refill capacity.......... 272
fluid, specifications.......... 273
Prop rod, hood............. 223
R
Radio (see Electronic sound systems) . . . 25
Rear axle
lubricant specification......... 273
refill capacity............ 272
Rearview mirror............ 92
Rear window, washer reservoir...... 230
Refill capacities for fluids........ 272
Regulations, National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration............ 277
Remote entry system
arming and disarming the
anti-theft system.......... 124
locking/unlocking doors........ 123
opening the trunk.......... 123
panic alarm............. 124
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