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Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster that
keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across the
stomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest and
rest snugly near the center of the shoulder. The drawings below compare
the ideal fit (center) to a shoulder belt uncomfortably close to the neck
and a shoulder belt that could slip off the shoulder. The drawings below
also show how the lap belt should be low and snug across the child’s
hips.
If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat, placing a rubberized mesh
sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this
condition. Do not introduce any item thicker than this under the booster
seat. Check with the booster seat manufacturer’s instructions.
The importance of shoulder belts
Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child’s
head hitting a hard surface in a collision. For this reason, you should
never use a booster seat with a lap belt only. It is generally best to use a
booster seat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat.
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The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle.
However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be used to stop
your vehicle in an emergency. Since the parking brake applies only the
rear brakes, the vehicle’s stopping distance will increase greatly and the
handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected.
Push the parking brake pedal
downward again to release the
parking brake. Driving with the
parking brake on will cause the
brakes to wear out quickly and
reduce fuel economy.
Note:If the vehicle is driven with
the parking brake applied, a chime
will sound.
ADVANCETRACSTABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM
WARNING:Vehicle modifications involving braking system,
aftermarket roof racks, suspension, steering system, tire
construction and/or wheel/tire size may change the handling
characteristics of the vehicle and may adversely affect the performance
of the AdvanceTracsystem. In addition, installing any stereo
loudspeakers may interfere with and adversely affect the AdvanceTrac
system. Install any aftermarket stereo loudspeaker as far as possible
from the front center console, the tunnel, and the front seats in order
to minimize the risk of interfering with the Advance Trac sensors.
Reducing the effectiveness of the AdvanceTracsystem could lead to
an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury and death.
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INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS
Clean the instrument panel, interior trim areas and cluster lens with a
clean and damp white cotton cloth, then with a clean and dry white
cotton cloth; you may also use Motorcraft Dash & Vinyl Cleaner
(ZC-38-A) on the instrument panel and interior trim areas.
•Avoid cleaners or polishes that increase the gloss of the upper portion
of the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the
driver from undesirable windshield reflection.
•Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been in
contact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntan
lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior painted
surfaces.
•Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the
finish of the instrument panel, interior trim and cluster lens.
WARNING:Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents
when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid
contamination of the airbag system.
If a staining liquid like coffee/juice has been spilled on the instrument
panel or on interior trim surfaces, clean as follows:
1. Wipe up spilled liquid using a clean, white, cotton cloth.
2. Apply Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-11-A) [In
Canada use Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Cleaner (CXC-101)] to the wiped
area and spread around evenly.
3. Apply more Motorcraft cleaner to a clean, white, cotton cloth and
press the cloth onto the soiled area–allow this to set at room
temperature for 30 minutes.
4. Remove the soaked cloth, and if it is not soiled badly, use this cloth to
clean the area by using a rubbing motion for 60 seconds.
5. Following this, wipe area dry with a clean, white, cotton cloth.
INTERIOR
For fabric, carpets, cloth seats, safety belts and seats equipped with side
airbags:
•Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.
•Remove light stains and soil with Motorcraft Professional Strength
Carpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54).
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•If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area first
with Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14). In Canada, use
Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Cleaner (CXC-101).
•If a ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire area
immediately (but do not oversaturate) or the ring will set.
•Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which can
stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities of
the seat materials.
WARNING:Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the
vehicle’s safety belts, as these actions may weaken the belt
webbing.
WARNING:On vehicles equipped with seat-mounted airbags, do
not use chemical solvents or strong detergents. Such products
could contaminate the side-airbag system and affect performance of
the side airbag in a collision.
LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)
Your leather seating surfaces have a clear, protective coating over the
leather.
•For routine cleaning, wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth. For
more thorough cleaning, wipe the surface with a mild soap and water
solution. In Canada, use Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (CXC-93). Dry the
area with a soft cloth.
•If the leather cannot be completely cleaned using a mild soap and
water solution, the leather may be cleaned using a commercially
available cleaning product designed for automotive leather.
•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.
Note:In some instances, color or dye transfer can occur when wet
clothing comes in contact with leather upholstery. If this occurs, the
leather should be cleaned immediately to avoid permanent staining.
UNDERBODY
Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and
door drain holes free from packed dirt.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................71
AdvanceTrac ..............................210
Air cleaner filter ...............295–297
Air conditioning ....................48, 50
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................139, 148, 150
and child safety seats ............141
description ..............139, 148, 150
disposal ....................................153
driver airbag ............141, 149, 151
indicator light .................147, 153
operation .................141, 149, 151
passenger airbag .....141, 149, 151
side airbag ...............................148
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................221
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................276
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................208
Anti-theft system ..............111, 115
arming the system ..................115
disarming a triggered
system .....................................116
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................18, 22, 29
Automatic transaxle
fluid, refill capacities ..............298
fluid, specification ..................298
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................216
fluid, adding ............................294
fluid, checking ........................294
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....36B
Battery .......................................273
acid, treating emergencies .....273
jumping a disabled battery ....244
maintenance-free ....................273
replacement, specifications ...297
servicing ..................................273
Belt-Minder.............................134
Booster seats .............................167
Brakes ........................................208
anti-lock ...................................208
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................209
fluid, checking and adding ....293
fluid, refill capacities ..............298
fluid, specifications .................298
lubricant specifications ..........298
parking ....................................209
shift interlock ..........................215
Bulbs ............................................59
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....298
Cargo cover .................................94
Cargo net .....................................95
Cell phone use ..............................8
Changing a tire .........................236
Child safety seats ......................158
attaching with tether straps ..165
in front seat ............................159
in rear seat ..............................159
LATCH .....................................162
recommendations ...................156
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................167
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recommendations ...................272
refill capacities ........................298
specifications ..........................298
Event data recording ....................8
Exhaust fumes ..........................206
F
Fail safe cooling ........................280
Fluid capacities .........................298
Fog lamps ....................................55
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................221
Fuel ............................................281
calculating fuel
economy ............................86, 286
cap ...........................................284
capacity ...................................298
choosing the right fuel ...........285
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................289
detergent in fuel .....................286
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................281, 284, 287
filter, specifications ........281, 297
fuel pump shut-off switch .....229
improving fuel economy ........286
octane rating ...................285, 300
quality ......................................285
running out of fuel .................286
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................281
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......229
Fuses ..........................................229
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............284Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................286
Gauges .........................................16
H
Hazard flashers .........................228
Head restraints .................117, 124
Headlamps ...................................54
aiming ........................................57
autolamp system .......................54
bulb specifications ....................59
daytime running lights .............56
flash to pass ..............................56
high beam .................................55
replacing bulbs .........................60
turning on and off ....................54
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system ...........................46, 48, 50
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................81
Hood ..........................................267
How to get going ........................18
I
Ignition ...............................203, 300
Illuminated visor mirror .............66
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................158
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................292
Instrument panel ........................67
cleaning ...................................263
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................56
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Jack ............................................236
positioning ...............................236
storage .....................................236
Jump-starting your vehicle ......244
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................98
keypad .....................................110
locking and unlocking
doors ........................................111
programming entry code .......110
Keys .....................................96, 113
positions of the ignition .........203
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................54
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................59
daytime running light ...............56
fog lamps ...................................55
headlamps .................................54
headlamps, flash to pass ..........56
instrument panel, dimming .....56
interior lamps .....................58, 60
replacing bulbs ...................60, 64
LATCH anchors .........................162
Liftgate ......................................105
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........209
Load limits .................................193
Locks
autolock .....................................98
childproof ................................101
doors ..........................................97Lubricant specifications ...........298
Lug nuts ....................................243
Lumbar support, seats .............118
M
Message center .....................84–85
english/metric button ...............90
system check button ................89
warning messages .....................92
Mirrors ...................................71–72
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................72
fold away ...................................73
heated ........................................73
programmable memory ..........105
side view mirrors (power) .......72
Moon roof ....................................79
Motorcraft parts ................265, 297
N
Navigation system .......................45
O
Octane rating ............................285
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................270
Overdrive ...................................216
P
Parking brake ............................209
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....297
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................127
Power adjustable foot pedals .....74
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Power distribution box (see
Fuses) ........................................233
Power door locks ........................97
Power mirrors .............................72
Power point .................................68
Power steering ..........................214
fluid, checking and adding ....293
fluid, refill capacity ................298
fluid, specifications .................298
Power Windows ...........................69
R
Radio ................................18, 22, 29
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................156
Relays ........................................229
Remote entry system .......103–104
illuminated entry ............107, 109
locking/unlocking
doors ................................104–105
opening the trunk ...................105
panic alarm .............................105
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................107
replacing the batteries ...........106
Reverse sensing system ...........219
Roadside assistance ..................227
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..................125, 129–133
Safety Canopy ...................148, 150
Safety defects, reporting ..........258
Safety restraints ........125, 129–133
Belt-Minder...........................134extension assembly ................133
for adults .........................130–132
for children .............................154
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................127
warning light and chime ........134
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................162
Safety seats for children ..........158
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................301
Satellite Radio Information ........42
Seats ..........................................117
child safety seats ....................158
front seats .......................117, 119
heated ................................50, 122
memory seat ...................105, 123
SecuriCode keyless entry
system ........................................110
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ........................................111
Servicing your vehicle ..............266
Setting the clock
AM/FM single CD .....................23
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................30
Spare tire (see Changing the
Tire) ...........................................239
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................297, 300
Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................298
Speed control ..............................74
Starting your vehicle ........203–205
jump starting ..........................244
Steering wheel
controls ......................................77
tilting .........................................66
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