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4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed
metal part of the stalled vehicle's engine, away from the battery and the
carburetor/fuel injection system.Do notuse fuel lines, engine rocker
covers or the intake manifold asgroundingpoints.
Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-)
terminal of the battery to be jumped. A spark may cause an
explosion of the gases that surround the battery.
5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of
both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts.
Jump starting
1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at
moderately increased speed.
2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.
3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for an
additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables.
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Roadside Emergencies
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WRECKER TOWING
If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing
service or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance center.
It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed
equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not
approved a slingbelt towing procedure.
Before your vehicle can be towed, the air suspension control in the
luggage compartment must be turned to the OFF position (if equipped).
If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle
damage may occur.
Ford Motor Company provides a towing manual for all authorized tow
truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for
proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle.
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²Never spray a hot engine with cold water, as damage to the
engine block or engine components may occur.
²Use caution when using a self-serve power washer (1000psi maximum
pressure) to clean the engine, as the high-pressure fluid could
penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage.
²Never apply anything to any exposed belts in the engine
compartment, including the belt dressing.
For general cleaning of the engine and engine compartment, spray
Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (F4AZ-19A536±A) on all parts that
require cleaning and pressure rinse the area with cool water.
²Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning
the engine.
²Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the
running engine may cause internal damage.
Cleaning
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CLEANING LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
All Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles with leather seating surfaces have
a clear, protective coating over the leather.
To clean the leather seats, simply use a soft cloth with Deluxe Leather
and Vinyl Cleaner (F2AZ-19521±WA). Dry the area with a soft cloth.
It is recommended that you use the Deluxe Leather Care Kit
(F8AZ-19G253±AA), available from your authorized Ford, Lincoln or
Mercury dealer. The mild cleaner and special pad available in the kit
cleans the leather and maintains its natural beauty. For best results,
follow the instructions printed on the cleaner label. Regular cleaning of
your leather upholstery helps maintain its resiliency and color.
Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions,
solvents or cleaners intended for rubber, vinyl and plastics, or
oil/petroleum-based leather conditioners. These products may
cause premature wearing of the clear, protective coating.
CLEANING THE INSIDE WINDOWS
Use Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (E4AZ-19C507±AA) for the inside
windows if they become fogged.
To clean, use two lint-free, soft towels, folded into a pad-shape. Mist the
glass completely with cleaner, and use one of the towels to evenly agitate
the surface. Use the other towel to remove the residue.
CLEANING AND MAINTAINING THE SAFETY BELTS
Clean the safety belts with Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner
(E8AZ-19523±AA), available from your authorized Ford, Lincoln or
Mercury dealer.
Do not use bleach, dye or any other solvent to clean the belts, as
these actions may weaken the belt webbing.
UNDERBODY
Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and
door drain holes free from packed dirt.
Cleaning
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Replacing the tires
Replace the tires when the wear
band is visible through the tire
treads.
When replacing full size tires, never mix radial bias-belted, or
bias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the
Certification or Tire Label. Make sure that all tires are the same size,
speed rating, and load-carrying capacity. Use only the tire combinations
recommended on the label. If you do not follow these precautions,
your vehicle may not drive properly and safely.
Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size, type,
load-carrying capacity and tread design (e.g., ªAll Terrainº, etc.),
as originally offered by Ford.
Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the
handling of the vehicle and make it easier for the driver to lose
control and roll over.
Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle's original tires may also
affect the accuracy of your speedometer.
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS
Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you
currently have on your vehicle.
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.
Maintenance and Specifications
225

A
Accessory delay ..........................62
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ................................121, 125
and child safety seats ............123
description ......................121, 125
disposal ....................................128
driver air bag ..................123, 126
indicator light ...................12, 125
operation .........................123, 126
passenger air bag ...........123, 126
side air bag ..............................125
Air cleaner filter ...............221, 226
Air conditioning
automatic temperature
control system ..........................43
Air suspension ...........................145
description ..............................145
warning light .............................14
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................201
Anti-lock brake system (see
Brakes) ......................................141
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................147
fluid, adding ............................219
fluid, checking ........................219
fluid, refill capacities ..............227
fluid, specification ..................230
Auxiliary power point .................62
Axle
lubricant specifications ..228, 230
refill capacities ........................227
traction lok ..............................149B
Battery .......................................199
acid, treating emergencies .....199
charging system warning
light ............................................12
jumping a disabled battery ....169
maintenance-free ....................199
replacement, specifications ...226
servicing ..................................199
Belt minder ...............................116
Brakes ........................................140
anti-lock ...................................141
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light .....................12, 142
brake warning light ..................12
fluid, checking and adding ....218
fluid, refill capacities ..............227
fluid, specifications .........228, 230
lubricant
specifications ..................228, 230
pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) ...............................64
shift interlock ..........................146
Break-in period .............................6
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....227
Cassette tape player ...................26
CD changer .................................38
Certification Label ....................232
Child safety restraints ..............129
child safety belts ....................129
Child safety seats ..............129±130
attaching with tether
straps .......................................133
Index
237

in front seat ............................131
in rear seat ..............................131
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............187
exterior ....................................191
instrument cluster lens ..........190
instrument panel ....................190
interior .....................................190
plastic parts ............................189
safety belts ..............................191
washing ....................................186
waxing .....................................186
wheels ......................................187
windows ..................................191
wiper blades ............................189
Clock ................................22, 32, 61
Compass, electronic ....................63
calibration .................................79
set zone adjustment ...........78±79
Console
rear ............................................85
Controls
power seat ...............................103
steering column ........................68
Coolant
checking and adding ..............201
coolant temperature light ........13
refill capacities ................205, 227
specifications ..................228, 230
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................65
Customer Assistance ................156
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .............................192, 234
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................178
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................182
Getting roadside assistance ...156Getting the service you
need .........................................176
Ordering additional owner's
literature .................................183
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................179
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................182
D
Daytime running lamps (see
Lamps) .........................................49
Defrost
rear window ..............................48
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................219
engine oil .................................195
Doors
door ajar warning .....................15
lubricant specifications ..........228
Driving under special
conditions
through water .........................149
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................169
Emission control system ..........216
Engine ........................................230
check engine/service engine
soon light ..................................10
cleaning ...................................187
coolant .....................................201
fail-safe coolant ......................206
idle speed control ...................199
Index
238

bulb specifications ....................54
daytime running lights .............49
flash to pass ..............................50
high beam ...........................15, 50
replacing bulbs .........................55
turning on and off ....................49
warning chime ..........................16
HomeLink universal
transceiver (see Garage door
opener) ..................................69±72
Hood ..........................................194
I
Ignition ...............................136, 230
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .............129±130
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................217
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................190
cluster ................................10, 190
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................50
J
Jack ............................................165
positioning ...............................165
storage .....................................165
Jump-starting your vehicle ......169
K
Keyless entry system .................96
autolock .....................................94
keypad .......................................96
programming entry code .........96Keys ...............................88, 98±100
key in ignition chime ...............16
positions of the ignition .........136
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................49
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................54
cargo lamps ...............................50
daytime running light ...............49
headlamps .................................49
headlamps, flash to pass ..........50
instrument panel, dimming .....50
interior lamps .....................53±54
replacing bulbs .......53, 55, 57±58
Lane change indicator (see
Turn signal) .................................53
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
air bag ........................................12
air suspension ...........................14
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....12, 142
brake ..........................................12
charging system ........................12
cruise indicator .........................14
door ajar ....................................15
fuel cap light .............................11
high beam .................................15
liftgate ajar ................................16
low coolant ................................13
low washer fluid .......................14
oil pressure ...............................13
safety belt .................................12
service engine soon ..................10
speed control ............................68
traction control system ............15
turn signal indicator .................15
Index
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Load limits .................................150
GAWR ......................................150
GVWR ......................................150
trailer towing ..........................150
Locks
autolock .....................................94
childproof ..................................88
doors ..........................................88
Lubricant specifications ...228, 230
Lumbar support, seats .............103
M
Message center ...........................77
english/metric button ...............82
reset button ..............................78
Mirrors .........................................61
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................63
heated ........................................64
programmable memory ............94
side view mirrors (power) .......63
Moon roof ....................................69
Motorcraft parts ................212, 226
O
Octane rating ............................211
Odometer .....................................18
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................195
Overdrive .............................83, 148
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ................................91
Parking brake ............................142Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....226
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................108
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................64
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................163
Power door locks ........................88
Power steering ..................144±145
fluid, checking and adding ....217
fluid, refill capacity ................227
fluid, specifications .........228, 230
R
Rear window defroster ...............48
Relays ........................................158
Remote entry system ...........90±91
illuminated entry ......................93
locking/unlocking doors ...........90
opening the trunk .....................91
panic alarm ...............................91
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................93
replacing the batteries .............92
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ............16, 106, 110±114
Safety defects, reporting ..........185
Safety restraints ........106, 110±114
belt minder .............................116
cleaning the safety
belts .................................120, 191
extension assembly ................120
for adults .........................111±113
for children .....................128±129
Index
241

lap belt ....................................114
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................108
warning light and
chime ...................12, 16, 115±116
Safety seats for
children ..............................129±130
Seat belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................................106
Seats ..........................................102
child safety seats ............129±130
cleaning ...................................190
easy access/easyout feature ..105
heated ......................................105
memory seat ...............84, 94, 106
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ..................................98±100
Servicing your vehicle ..............193
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................226, 230
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................228, 230
Speed control ..............................65
Speedometer ...............................18
Starting your vehicle ........136±138
jump starting ..........................169
Steering
speed sensitive .......................145
Steering wheel
controls ..........................60, 65, 68
tilting .........................................60
T
Tires ...........................165, 222±224changing ..........................165±166
checking the pressure ............224
replacing ..................................225
rotating ....................................224
snow tires and chains ............225
tire grades ...............................223
treadwear ................................223
Towing .......................................151
recreational towing .................154
trailer towing ..........................151
wrecker ....................................175
Traction control ........................143
active light ................................13
how to enable/disable ............144
off light ......................................14
Traction-lok rear axle ...............149
Transmission .............................146
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................219
fluid, refill capacities ..............227
lubricant
specifications ..................228, 230
Trunk ...........................................89
remote release ....................83, 91
Turn signal ......................15±16, 53
V
Vehicle Communication
System .........................................73
Vehicle dimensions ...................230
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................232
Vehicle loading ..........................150
Ventilating your vehicle ...........140
Index
242