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WARNING:Any alteration/modification to the front passenger
seat may affect the performance of the front passenger sensing
system.
Determining if the system is operational
The supplemental restraint system uses a warning indicator light in the
instrument cluster or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of the
system. Refer to theWarning lights and chimessection in the
Instrument Clusterchapter. Routine maintenance of the airbag is not
required.
A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:
•The readiness light (same light
for front and side airbag system)
will either flash or stay lit.
•The readiness light will not
illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on.
•A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat
periodically until the problem and/or light are repaired.
If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the supplemental
restraint system serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless
serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a
collision.
Seat-mounted side airbag system
WARNING:Do not place objects or mount equipment on or
near the airbag cover on the side of the seatbacks of the front
seats or in front seat areas that may come into contact with a
deploying airbag. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the
risk of personal injury in the event of a collision.
WARNING:Do not use accessory seat covers. The use of
accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side
airbags and increase the risk of injury in an accident.
WARNING:Do not lean your head on the door. The side airbag
could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback.
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Low Tire
Pressure
Warning
LightPossible
causeCustomer Action Required
Flashing
Warning
LightSpare tire in
useYour temporary spare tire is in use. Repair
the damaged road wheel and re-mount it
on the vehicle to restore system function-
ality. For a description of how the system
functions under these conditions, refer to
When your temporary spare tire is in-
stalledin this section.
TPMS mal-
functionIf your tires are properly inflated and your
spare tire is not in use and the TPMS
warning light still flashes, contact your
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
When inflating your tires
When putting air into your tires (such as at a gas station or in your
garage), the Tire Pressure Monitoring System may not respond
immediately to the air added to your tires.
It may take up to two minutes of driving over 20 mph (32 km/h) for the
light to turn OFF after you have filled your tires to the recommended
inflation pressure.
How temperature affects your tire pressure
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) monitors tire pressure in
each pneumatic tire. While driving in a normal manner, a typical
passenger tire inflation pressure may increase approximately 2 to 4 psi
(14 to 28 kPa) from a cold start situation. If the vehicle is stationary
over night with the outside temperature significantly lower than the
daytime temperature, the tire pressure may decrease approximately 3 psi
(20.7 kPa) for a drop of 30° F (16.6°C) in ambient temperature. This
lower pressure value may be detected by the TPMS as being significantly
lower than the recommended inflation pressure and activate the TPMS
warning for low tire pressure. If the low tire pressure warning light is
ON, visually check each tire to verify that no tire is flat. (If one or more
tires are flat, repair as necessary.) Check air pressure in the road tires. If
any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest
location where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the
recommended inflation pressure.
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STARTING
Positions of the ignition
1. Off— locks the gearshift lever
and allows key removal. This
position also shuts the engine and
all electrical accessories off.
2. Accessory— allows the electrical
accessories such as the radio to
operate while the engine is not
running.
3. On— all electrical circuits operational. Warning lights illuminated. Key
position when driving.
4. Start— cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
Starting your vehicle
Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system.
This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment
standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of
radio noise.
When starting a fuel-injected engine, don’t press the accelerator before
or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty
starting the engine. For more information on starting the vehicle, refer to
Starting the enginein this chapter.
To avoid potential transmission damage at extremely cold temperatures
(below -20°F [-30°C]), it is recommended that the vehicle be warmed up
to normal operating temperature before driving at highway speeds above
50 mph (80 km/h). Normal operating temperature is normally reached
after 10 minutes of moderate driving or idling.
WARNING:Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce
very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system,
creating the risk of fire or other damage.
WARNING:Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass
or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the
engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
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•Make sure the gearshift is in P
(Park).
If starting a vehicle with a manual
transmission:
•Make sure the parking brake is
set.
•Push the clutch pedal to the
floor.
3. Turn the key to 3 (on) without
turning the key to 4 (start).
Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. SeeWarning lights and
chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter for more information
regarding the warning lights.
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could cause damage to the fuel system. Repairs to correct the effects of
using an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your
warranty.
Many of the world’s automakers approved the World-Wide Fuel Charter
that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved
performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle.
Gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter should be used when
available. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the
World-Wide Fuel Charter.
Cleaner air
Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to
improve air quality, per the recommendations in theChoosing the right
fuelsection.
Running out of fuel
Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse
effect on powertrain components.
If you have run out of fuel:
•You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several times after
refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to
the engine. On restarting, cranking time will take a few seconds longer
than normal.
•Normally, adding 1 gallon (3.8L) of fuel is enough to restart the
engine. If the vehicle is out of fuel and on a steep grade, more than
1 gallon (3.8L) may be required.
•TheService engine soon
indicator may come on. For more
information on theService engine soon
indicator, refer to
Warning lights and chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY
Measuring techniques
Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the
driver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently as
possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings are
NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy. We do not recommend
taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1,000 miles
(1,600 km) of driving (engine break-in period). You will get a more
accurate measurement after 2,000 miles–3,000 miles
(3,000 km–5,000 km).
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service points ..................267–268
starting after a collision .........228
Engine block heater .................202
Engine oil ..................................270
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................270
checking and adding ..............270
dipstick ....................................270
filter, specifications ........274, 303
recommendations ...................274
refill capacities ........................304
specifications ..........................304
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................202
F
Fail safe cooling ........................282
Fluid capacities .........................304
Fog lamps ....................................55
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................221
Fuel ............................................283
calculating fuel
economy ............................89, 288
cap ...........................................286
capacity ...................................304
choosing the right fuel ...........287
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................291
detergent in fuel .....................288
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................283, 286, 289
filter, specifications ........283, 303
fuel pump shut-off switch .....228
improving fuel economy ........288
octane rating ...................287, 307
quality ......................................287
running out of fuel .................288safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................283
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......228
Fuses ..................................229–230
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............286
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................288
Gauges .........................................16
H
Hazard flashers .........................228
Headlamps ...................................54
aiming ........................................57
autolamp system .......................54
bulb specifications ....................60
daytime running lights .............55
flash to pass ..............................56
high beam .................................56
replacing bulbs .........................61
turning on and off ....................54
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system ...........................46, 48, 50
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................84
Hood ..........................................266
How to get going ........................18
I
Ignition ...............................199, 307
Illuminated visor mirror .............71
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................160
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Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................293
Instrument panel ........................73
cleaning ...................................261
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................56
J
Jack ............................................236
positioning ...............................236
storage .....................................236
Jump-starting your vehicle ......242
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...................................100
keypad .....................................111
locking and unlocking doors ..112
programming entry code .......111
Keys .....................................97, 114
positions of the ignition .........199
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................54
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................60
daytime running light ...............55
fog lamps ...................................55
headlamps .................................54
headlamps, flash to pass ..........56
instrument panel, dimming .....56
interior lamps ...........................58
replacing bulbs .........................61
LATCH anchors .........................164Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........205
Load limits .................................192
Locks
autolock ...................................100
childproof ................................103
doors ..........................................99
Lubricant specifications ...........304
Lug nuts ....................................241
Lumbar support, seats .............121
M
Manual transmission .................217
fluid capacities ........................304
lubricant specifications ..........304
reverse .....................................218
Message center .....................87–88
english/metric button ...............93
system check button ................92
warning messages .....................94
Mirrors ...................................75–76
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................76
heated ........................................77
side view mirrors (power) .......76
Moon roof ....................................82
Motorcraft parts ........264, 283, 303
N
Navigation system .......................45
O
Octane rating ............................287
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................270
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Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................304
Speed control ..............................77
Starting your
vehicle ........................199–200, 202
jump starting ..........................242
Steering
speed sensitive .......................212
Steering wheel
controls ......................................80
tilting .........................................71
SYNC
..........................................45
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................71
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....188
Tires ...........................173–174, 236
alignment ................................181
care ..........................................177
changing ..................................236
checking the pressure ............177
inflating ...................................175
label .........................................187
replacing ..................................179
rotating ....................................181
safety practices .......................180
sidewall information ...............182
snow tires and chains ............192
spare tire .................................236
terminology .............................174
tire grades ...............................174
treadwear ........................173, 178
Towing .......................................197
recreational towing .................197
trailer towing ..........................197
wrecker ....................................248Traction control ........................210
Transaxle
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................296
Transmission .............................212
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....212
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................300
fluid, refill capacities ..............304
lubricant specifications ..........304
manual operation ....................217
Trunk .........................................104
remote release ..................96, 107
Turn signal ..................................58
U
USB port ......................................39
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................308
Vehicle loading ..........................192
Ventilating your vehicle ...........202
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................269
Water, Driving through .............226
Windows
power .........................................74
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................70
checking and adding fluid .....269
replacing wiper blades ...........270
Wrecker towing .........................248
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