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Introduction4
Instrument Cluster 12
Warning lights and chimes 12
Gauges 16
Entertainment Systems19
AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 19
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 27
USB port 29
Satellite radio information 32
Climate Controls36
Manual heating and air conditioning 36
Rear window defroster 38
Lights39
Headlamps 39
Turn signal control 42
Bulb replacement 44
Driver Controls49
Windshield wiper/washer control 49
Steering wheel adjustment 50
Power windows 54
Mirrors 55
Cruise control 57
Moon roof 59
Locks and Security67
Keys 67
Locks 69
Anti-theft system 77
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During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for
extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in the
MAX A/C position, reduce blower fan speed from the highest setting and
put the vehicle’s transmission into the PARK gear position (automatic
transmission only) to continue to receive cool air from your A/C system.
For maximum cooling performance in MAX A/C mode:1. Select MAX A/C.
2. Select the coolest temperature setting.
3. Set the fan to the highest speed initially. As the interior starts to cool down, adjust the fan speed to maintain comfort.
To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:
1. Select
.
2. Select A/C.
3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort.
4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting.
5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.
To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents
located in the middle of the instrument panel.
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER
R
The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and
works to clear the rear window of fog and thin ice.
The engine must be running to operate the rear window defroster.
Press
Rto turn the rear window defroster on. An indicator light on the
button will illuminate when active. The rear window defroster turns off
automatically after a predetermined amount of time, if a low battery
condition is detected or when the ignition is turned off or to the
accessory position. To manually turn off the rear window defroster at any
time, press the control again.
If your vehicle is equipped with both rear defroster and heated mirrors,
the same button will activate both. Refer to Heated outside mirrorsin
the Driver Controls chapter.
Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside
of the rear window or to remove decals from the inside or the
rear window. This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and
will not be covered by your warranty.
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WARNING:Adjusting the steering wheel while the vehicle is
moving is dangerous. Moving it can very easily cause the driver
to abruptly turn to the left or right. This can lead to loss of control or
an accident. Never adjust the steering wheel while the vehicle is
moving.
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)
Lift the mirror cover to turn on the
visor mirror lamps.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)
The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according to
your option package.
Storage compartment (if equipped)
Press the OPEN control to open the
storage compartment. The door will
open slightly and can be moved to
full open.
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One touch down (AUTO)
Allows the driver’s window to open
fully without holding the control
down. Push the switch completely
down to the second detent and
release quickly. The window will
open fully. Momentarily press the
switch to any position to stop the
window operation.
Window lock
The window lock feature allows only
the driver to operate the power
windows.
To lock out all the window controls
(except for the driver’s) press the
right side of the control. Press the
left side to restore the window
controls.
Accessory delay
With accessory delay, power windows and moonroof operate for up to
10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned from the accessory or on
to the off position, the key is not in the ignition or until either front door
is opened.
WARNING:Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and
do not let children play with the power windows or moon roof.
They may seriously injure themselves.
INTERIOR MIRROR
The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support arm
which lets you adjust the mirror UP or DOWN and from SIDE to SIDE.
WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in
motion.
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EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Power side view mirrors
WARNING:Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in
motion.
To adjust your mirrors: 1. Rotate the control clockwise to adjust the right mirror and
rotate the control
counterclockwise to adjust the
left mirror.
2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the
mirror.
3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place.
Fold-away mirrors
Fold the side mirrors in carefully
when driving through a narrow
space, like an automatic car wash.
Heated outside mirrors
(if equipped)
Both mirrors are heated
automatically to remove ice, mist
and fog when the rear window
defrost is activated.
Do not remove ice from the
mirrors with a scraper or
attempt to readjust the mirror
glass if it is frozen in place.
These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors.
Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh
abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.
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The fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/RelayLocation Fuse Amp
Rating Protective Circuits
1 30A Not used (spare)
2 15A Brake On/Off switch
3 15A Not used (spare)
4 30A Moon roof
5 10A Brake Shift Interlock (BSI),
SPDJB
6 20A Turn signals, Stop lamps
7 10A Low beam headlamps (left)
8 10A Low beam headlamps (right)
9 15A Interior lights
10 15A Backlighting
11 10A Four wheel drive
12 7.5A Power mirror switch
13 5A Not used (spare)
14 10 A FCIM (radio buttons), Front
display module
15 10A Climate control
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The high-current fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/RelayLocation Fuse Amp
Rating Protected Circuits
A 80A Midi Electronic power steering module (EPAS)
B 125A Midi SPDJB 1 15A* Heated mirror
2 30A** Rear defroster
3 20A** Rear power point (center console)
4 — Not used
5 10A* Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Keep Alive power, PCM relay,
Canister vent
6 15A* Alternator
7 15A* Liftgate latch
8 20A* Trailer tow parking lamps
9 50A** Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
10 30A** Front wipers
11 30A** Starter
12 40A** Blower motor
13 10A* A/C clutch
14 15A* Trailer tow turn lamps
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WASHING THE EXTERIOR
Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral
pH shampoo.
•Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing
or laundry liquid. These products can discolor and spot painted
surfaces.
• Never wash a vehicle that is “hot to the touch” or during exposure to
strong, direct sunlight.
• Always use a clean sponge or car wash mitt with plenty of water for
best results.
• Dry the vehicle with a chamois or soft terry cloth towel in order to
eliminate water spotting.
• It is especially important to wash the vehicle regularly during the
winter months, as dirt and road salt are difficult to remove and cause
damage to the vehicle.
• Immediately remove items such as gasoline, diesel fuel, bird droppings
and insect deposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle’s
paintwork and trim over time.
• Remove any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before entering a
car wash.
• Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted
surface; if these substances come in contact with your vehicle,
wash off as soon as possible.
WAXING
Applying a premium paint sealant to your vehicle every six months will
assist in reducing minor scratches and paint damage.
• Wash the vehicle first. Refer to Washing the exteriorfor more
detailed information.
• Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use a premium liquid wax.
• Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body
(low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof
racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowl
area. The paint sealant will “gray” or stain the parts over time.
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Four-Wheel Drive vehiclesdriving off road .......................200
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................193
Fuel ............................................277 calculating fuel economy .......283
cap ...........................................279
capacity ...................................293
choosing the right fuel ...........280
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................286
detergent in fuel .....................281
filler funnel .............................281
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................277, 279, 283
filter, specifications ................277
fuel pump shut-off switch .....207
improving fuel economy ........283
octane rating ...................281, 295
quality ......................................281
running out of fuel .........228, 281
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................277
Fuses ..................................208–209
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............279
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................283
Gauges .........................................16
H
Hazard flashers .........................207
Head restraints ...........................88
Headlamps ...................................39 aiming ........................................41
bulb specifications ....................44
daytime running lights .............40 flash to pass ..............................40
high beam .................................39
replacing bulbs .........................45
turning on and off ....................39
Heating manual heating and air
conditioning system .................36
Hood ..........................................260
I
Ignition ...............................178, 295
Illuminated visor mirror .............51
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................128
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................288
Instrument panel cleaning ...................................250
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................40
location of components ............12
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......228
K
Keyless entry system autolock ...............................69–70
Keys .......................................67, 79 positions of the ignition .........178
L
Lamps bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................44
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cargo lamps ...............................40
daytime running light ...............40
fog lamps ...................................39
headlamps .................................39
headlamps, flash to pass ..........40
instrument panel, dimming .....40
interior lamps .....................43–45
replacing bulbs .........................45
LATCH anchors .........................132
Liftgate ..................................61, 74
Lights, warning and indicator ....12 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........185
Load limits .................................164
Loading instructions .................170
Locks autolock ...............................69–70
childproof ..................................72
doors ..........................................69
Lubricant specifications ...........293
Lug nuts ....................................226
Luggage rack ...............................64
Lumbar support, seats ...............86
M
Manual transmission .................198 fluid capacities ........................293
fluid, checking and adding ....291
lubricant specifications ..........293
reverse .....................................199
Mirrors ...................................55–56 fold away ...................................56
heated ........................................56
side view mirrors (power) .......56
Moon roof ....................................59
Motorcraft parts ........................277
O
Octane rating ............................281 Oil (see Engine oil) ..................265
Overdrive ...................................195
Overheating ...............................227
P
Parking brake ............................186
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................95
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................212
Power door locks ........................69
Power mirrors .............................56
Power point .................................53
Power Seats .................................86
Power steering ..........................192
fluid, refill capacity ................293
fluid, specifications .................293
Power Windows ...........................54
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................193
R
Radio ............................................19
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................126
Relays ........................................208
Remote entry system ...........72–73 illuminated entry ................76–77
locking/unlocking doors .....73–74
opening the trunk .....................74
panic alarm ...............................74
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................75
replacing the batteries .............74
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