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Audible Warnings
Distance to Object Warning
13 feet (4 meters) to 19.6 feet
(6 meters)Slow beep
Speed below 2.5 mph (4 km/h)
up to 1.4 feet (.4 meters) Solid
1.4 feet (.4 meters) to 3 feet
(.9 meters)Fast beep
3 feet (.9 meters) to 4.5 feet
(1.4 meters)Medium beep
4.5 feet (1.4 meters) to 6.3 feet
(1.9 meters)Medium/slow beep
6.3 feet (1.9 meters) to 8.7 feet
(2.6 meters)Slow beep
8.7 feet (2.6 meters) to 16.4 feet
(5 meters)No sound
The reverse sensing system is automatically enabled when the gearshift
lever is placed in R (Reverse) and the ignition is on. A control in the
message center allows the driver to disable the system, refer toMessage
centerin theInstrument Clusterchapter for more information.
The message center will indicate the system is off and will not allow the
driver to switch the system on to indicate a failure of the reverse sensing
system.
The radar sensor is located behind the rear bumper/fascia. Always
keep the rear bumper/fascia free from snow, ice and large
accumulations of dirt. These elements may cause the system to
operate inaccurately.
If the vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving
it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing
inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms.
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How fail-safe cooling works
If the engine begins to overheat:
•The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the H (hot) area.
•The
symbol will display in the message center.
•The message center will display COOLANT OVER TEMPERATURE.
•A chime will sound.
•Theservice engine soon
indicator light will illuminate.
If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine
will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled
cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs the vehicle will still operate. However:
•The engine power will be limited.
•The air conditioning system will be disabled.
Continued operation will increase the engine temperature and the engine
will completely shut down, causing steering and braking effort to
increase.
Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Take
your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible to minimize
engine damage.
When fail-safe mode is activated
You have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive the
vehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be able to maintain high-speed
operation and the engine will run rough. Remember that the engine is
capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine
damage, therefore:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine.
2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer.
3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool.
4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low.
WARNING:Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine is running or hot.
5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer.
Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem
increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Maintenance and Specifications
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plastic parts ............................231
washing ....................................229
waxing .....................................230
wheels ......................................230
wiper blades ............................232
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............38
Clock ............................................55
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................22
Console
rear ............................................56
Controls
power seat .................................98
steering column ........................63
Coolant
checking and adding ..............245
refill capacities ................249, 269
specifications ..........................269
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................60
Customer Assistance ................197
Ford Extended
Service Plan ............................277
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................226
Getting roadside assistance ...197
Getting the service
you need .................................222
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................227
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................226D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................43
Defrost
rear window ..............................41
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................264
engine oil .................................240
Driving under special
conditions ..................................192
through water .........................196
E
Electronic message center .........18
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................215
Emergency Flashers .................198
Emission control system ..........260
Engine ........................................272
cleaning ...................................231
coolant .....................................245
fail-safe cooling .......................249
idle speed control ...................243
lubrication specifications .......269
refill capacities ........................269
service points ..................238–239
starting after a collision .........199
Engine block heater .................182
Engine oil ..................................240
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................240
checking and adding ..............240
dipstick ....................................240
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J
Jack ............................................206
positioning ...............................206
storage .....................................206
Jump-starting your vehicle ......215
K
Keyless entry system
keypad .......................................87
locking and unlocking doors ....88
programming entry code .........87
Keys .......................................77, 92
positions of the ignition .........179
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................42
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................47
daytime running light ...............43
headlamps .................................42
headlamps, flash to pass ..........43
instrument panel, dimming .....44
interior lamps .....................46, 48
replacing bulbs .........................49
LATCH anchors .........................138
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........185
Load limits .................................168
Locks
childproof ..................................79
doors ..........................................77
Lubricant specifications ...........269
Lug nuts ....................................214
Lumbar support, seats ...............98M
Message center .....................18–19
english/metric button .........22–23
system check button ................22
warning messages .....................23
Mirrors .........................................58
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................58
fold away ...................................60
heated ........................................59
programmable memory ............84
side view mirrors (power) .......58
Motorcraft parts ........235, 251, 268
O
Octane rating ............................256
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................240
P
Parking brake ............................185
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....268
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................104
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................60
Power adjustable foot pedals .....60
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................203
Power door locks ........................77
Power mirrors .............................58
Power point .................................55
Power steering ..........................187
fluid, checking and adding ....263
fluid, refill capacity ................269
Index
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