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	Table of Contents

Introduction	4


Instrument Cluster	12

Warning lights and chimes	12
Gauges	18

Entertainment Systems	22

AM/FM stereo	22
AM/FM stereo with CD	24
AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD	30
Auxiliary input jack	36
Satellite radio information	40
Navigation system	43
Family entertainment system	43

Climate Controls	71

Heater only	71
Manual heating and air conditioning	72
Dual automatic temperature control	75

Lights	80

Headlamps	80
Turn signal control	85
Bulb replacement	85

Driver Controls	94

Windshield wiper/washer control	94
Steering wheel adjustment	95
Power windows	98
Mirrors	99
Speed control	104
Upfitter controls	109
Moon roof	110
Message center	116
Tailgate	131

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Locks and Security	136

Keys	136
Locks	136
Anti-theft system	148

Seating and Safety Restraints	151

Seating	151
Safety restraints	158
Airbags	171
Child restraints	180

Tires, Wheels and Loading	192

Tire information	195
Tire inflation	196
Vehicle loading	212
Trailer towing	219
Trailer brake controller-integrated	223
Recreational towing	230

Driving	231

Starting	231
Brakes	235
Traction Control™	237
Transmission operation	240

Roadside Emergencies	265

Getting roadside assistance	265
Hazard flasher switch	267
Fuel pump shut-off switch	267
Fuses and relays	268
Changing tires	277
Lug nut torque	289
Jump starting	290
Wrecker towing	296

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Customer Assistance	298

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only)	304
Reporting safety defects (Canada only)	305

Cleaning	306


Maintenance and Specifications	314

Hood	315
Engine compartment	316
Engine oil	319
Battery	322
Engine coolant	324
Fuel information	330
Air filter(s)	349
Part numbers	350
Maintenance product specifications and capacities	352

Accessories	359


Index	361

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CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.

PERCHLORATE MATERIAL

Certain components of this vehicle such as air bag modules, seat belt pretensioners, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material

– Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.

For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website:

•In the United States: www.ford.com

•In Canada: www.ford.ca

•In Australia: www.ford.com.au

•In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx

Additional owner information is given in separate publications.

This Owner’s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available.

Remember to pass on this Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.

Fuel pump shut-off switch: In the event of an accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel

pump shut-off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.

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SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guide

How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed.

Warning symbols on your vehicle

When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind.

Protecting the environment

We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant

steps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol.

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

During the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of driving, maintain speeds below 70 mph (112 km/h) and vary speeds frequently. This is recommended to give the moving parts a chance to break-in.

Do not tow a trailer or use your vehicle to snowplow until it has been driven at least 500 miles (800 km). Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information on towing a trailer and Snowplowing in the Driving chapter.

Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils during the first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation, since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage.

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SPECIAL NOTICES

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide.

Service Data Recording

Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially includes information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, Ford Motor Company, S.A. de C.V. and service and repair facilities may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle.

Event Data Recording

Other modules in your vehicle — event data recorders — are capable of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event. The recorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event. The modules may record information about both the vehicle and the occupants, potentially including information such as:

•how various systems in your vehicle were operating;

•whether or not the driver and passenger seatbelts were buckled;

•how far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or the brake pedal;

•how fast the vehicle was traveling; and

•where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.

To access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada and Ford Motor Company, S.A. de C.V. do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement, other government authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority. Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada and Ford Motor Company, S.A. de C.V.

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Vehicle Modification Data Recording

Some aftermarket products may cause severe engine and/or transmission damage; refer to the What is not covered section in The new vehicle limited warranty for your vehicle chapter of your vehicle’s Warranty Guide for more information. Some vehicles are equipped with Powertrain Control Systems that can detect and store information about vehicle modifications that increase horsepower and torque output; this information cannot be erased and will stay in the system’s memory even if the modification is removed. When a dealer or repair facility works on your vehicle, it may be necessary for them to access the information in the Powertrain Control System. This information will likely identify if any unauthorized modifications have been made to the system and may be used to determine if repairs will be covered by warranty.

Special instructions

For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls.

Please read the section Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to

follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury.

Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag.

Cell phone use

The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However, drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when using such equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits.

Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, in-vehicle communications systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios.

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Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control,

accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The drivers primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so.

Notice to owners of diesel-powered vehicles

Read the 6.0/6.4 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement for information regarding correct operation and maintenance of your Diesel-powered light truck.

Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles

Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.

Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Guide carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death.

Be sure to read Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles in the

Driving chapter.

Using your vehicle with a snowplow

For more information and guidelines for using your vehicle with a snowplow, refer to Snowplowing in the Driving chapter.

Using your vehicle as an ambulance

If your light truck is equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package, it may be utilized as an ambulance. Ford urges ambulance manufacturers to follow the recommendations of the Ford Incomplete Vehicle Manual, Ford Truck Body Builder’s Layout Book and the Qualified Vehicle Modifiers (QVM) Guidelines as well as pertinent supplements. For additional information, please contact the Truck Body Builders Advisory Service at 1–877–840–4338.

Use of your Ford light truck as an ambulance, without the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package voids the Ford New Vehicle Limited Warranty and may void the Emissions Warranties. In addition, ambulance usage without the preparation package could cause high underbody temperatures.

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If your vehicle is equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package, it will be indicated on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The label is located on the driver’s side door pillar or on the rear edge of the driver’s door. You can determine whether the ambulance manufacturer followed Ford’s recommendations by directly contacting that manufacturer. Ford Ambulance Preparation Package is only available on certain 6.4L Diesel engine equipped vehicles.

Using your vehicle as a stationary power source (PTO)

Refer to the Driving chapter for more information and guidelines for operating a vehicle equipped with an aftermarket power take-off system.

Export unique (non–United States/Canada) vehicle specific information

For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the ones that are described in this Owner’s Guide. A market unique supplement may be supplied that complements this book. By referring to the market unique supplement, if provided, you can properly identify those features, recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. This Owner’s Guide is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets. Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export. Refer to this Owner’s Guide for all other required information and warnings.

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These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.

	Vehicle Symbol Glossary
	Safety Alert	See Owner’s Guide
	Fasten Safety Belt	Airbag - Front
	Airbag - Side	Child Seat Lower
	Airbag - Side	Anchor
		Anchor
	Child Seat Tether	Brake System
	Anchor	Brake System
	Anchor
	Anti-Lock Brake System	Parking Brake System
	Brake Fluid -	Parking Aid System
	Non-Petroleum Based	Parking Aid System
	Non-Petroleum Based
	Stability Control System	Speed Control
	Master Lighting Switch	Hazard Warning Flasher
	Fog Lamps-Front	Fuse Compartment
	Fuel Pump Reset	Windshield Wash/Wipe
	Windshield	Rear Window
	Defrost/Demist	Defrost/Demist

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Vehicle Symbol Glossary

	Power Windows	Power Window Lockout
	Front/Rear	Power Window Lockout
	Front/Rear
	Child Safety Door	Interior Luggage
	Lock/Unlock	Compartment Release
	Panic Alarm	Engine Oil
	Engine Coolant	Engine Coolant
	Engine Coolant	Temperature
		Temperature
	Do Not Open When Hot	Battery
	Avoid Smoking, Flames,	Battery Acid
	or Sparks	Battery Acid
	or Sparks
	Explosive Gas	Fan Warning
	Power Steering Fluid	Maintain Correct Fluid
	Power Steering Fluid	Level
		Level
	Emission System	Engine Air Filter
	Passenger Compartment	Jack
	Air Filter	Jack
	Air Filter
	Check Fuel Cap	Low Tire Pressure
	Check Fuel Cap	Warning
		Warning

MAX

MIN

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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission

Vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission

Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.

Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the

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bulbs work. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the respective system warning light description for additional information.

Note: Some Warning Lights are reconfigurable telltale (RTT) indicator lights and will illuminate in the Message Center Display and function the same as the warning light.

Check engine: The Check engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the RUN position to check the bulb. Solid

illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately.

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior

floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the RUN

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BRAKE

position when the engine is not running, or in a position between RUN and START, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the RUN position. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately from your authorized dealer. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your servicing authorized dealer.

Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is

dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer immediately. Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury.

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Anti-lock brake system: If the

ABS light stays illuminated or ABS continues to flash, a malfunction has

been detected, have the system serviced immediately by your

authorized dealer. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated.

Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned to RUN, continues to flash or remains on, have the system

serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected.

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten

your safety belt. A BeltMinder chime will also sound to remind you

to fasten your safety belt. Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints

chapter to activate/deactivate the BeltMinder chime feature.

Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly.

Powertrain malfunction/Reduced power/Electronic throttle control (RTT): Displays when the

engine has defaulted to a “limp-home” operation or when a

transmission problem has been

detected and shifting may be restricted. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer.

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Traction control (RTT)

(if equipped): Displays when the Traction Control system is active.

If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately by

your authorized dealer. Refer to

Traction control in the Driving chapter for more information

Check fuel cap (RTT): Displays when the fuel cap may not be properly installed. Continued driving with this light on may cause the Service engine soon warning light to come on. Refer to Fuel filler cap in

the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Engine coolant temperature (RTT): Displays when the engine coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let it cool. Refer to Engine coolant

in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot.

Low fuel (RTT): Displays when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter).

Door ajar (RTT): Displays when the ignition is in the RUN position and any door is open.

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Transmission Tow/Haul Feature (automatic transmission)

(if equipped): The Tow Haul light remains illuminated as long as the

Tow/Haul feature is activated. Refer to the Driving chapter for transmission function and operation. If the light remains illuminated and will not cancel using the Tow/Haul switch located on the end of the gear shift lever, have the system serviced immediately or damage to the transmission could occur.

Four wheel drive low

(if equipped): Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is engaged.

Four wheel drive high

(if equipped): Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is engaged.

Anti-theft: Flashes when the SecuriLock Passive Anti-Theft System has been activated.

Speed control (if equipped):

Illuminates when the speed control is activated. Turns off when the speed control system is deactivated.

4x4 LOW

4x4 HIGH

Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the

indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.

High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.

If your vehicle is equipped with a diesel engine, it has some unique warning lights; refer to Instrument Cluster in your 6.0/6.4 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement for detailed information on their function.

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Diesel warning lights:

• Glow plug pre-heat

•Water in fuel

•Low oil pressure

Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF, LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver’s door is opened.

Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.

Parking brake ON warning chime: Sounds when the parking brake is set, the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph

(5 km). If the warning remains on after the parking brake is off, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Turn signal chime: Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn and not turned off after the vehicle is driven more than 2 miles (3.2 km).

Message center activation chime: Sounds when some warning messages appears in the message center display for the first time.

Overspeed chime (if equipped): Sounds when the vehicle speed reaches 120 km/h (75 mph) or higher.

Airbag secondary warning chime: Sounds to inform the driver, in the event that the airbag readiness warning lamp is inoperable, that there is a fault in the supplemental restraint system

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GAUGES

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.

Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant

temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between “H” and

“C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely

possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot.

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Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of the vehicle. Refer to

Standard message center or Optional message center in the Driver Controls chapter on how to switch the display from Metric to English.

Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys.

If equipped with a one button

message center (Select/Reset), press and release the

SELECT/RESET button on the

cluster to toggle between odometer and trip odometer display. To reset, press and hold for less than 2 seconds.

If equipped with a three button message center, press and release the message center INFO button until TRIP A or TRIP B appears in the display. Press the RESET button to reset.

Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine.

Engine oil pressure gauge:

Indicates engine oil pressure. The

needle should stay in the normal operating range (between “L” and “H”). If the needle falls below the

normal range, stop the vehicle, turn off the engine and check the engine oil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil

level is correct, have your vehicle checked at your authorized dealer.

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Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the RUN position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade. The FUEL icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located.

Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information.

Battery voltage gauge (manual transmission only): Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in the RUN position. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range, have the vehicle’s electrical system checked as soon as possible.

Transmission fluid temperature gauge (automatic transmission only): If the gauge is in the:

Normal area (normal) - the transmission fluid is within the normal operating temperature (between “H” and “C”).

Yellow area (warning) — the transmission fluid is higher than

normal operating temperature. This can be caused by special operation conditions (i.e. snowplowing, towing

or off road use). Refer to Special Operating Conditions in the scheduled maintenance

information for instructions. Operating the transmission for extended periods of time with the gauge in the yellow area may cause internal transmission damage.

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Altering the severity of the driving conditions is recommended to lower the transmission temperature into the normal range.

Red area (over temperature) — the transmission fluid is overheating. Stop the vehicle to allow the temperature to return to normal range.

If the gauge is operating in the Yellow or Red area, stop the vehicle and verify the airflow is not restricted such as snow or debris blocking airflow through the grill. If the gauge continues to show high temperatures, see your authorized dealer.

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AUDIO SYSTEMS

AM/FM stereo system (if equipped)

The AM/FM stereo system does not contain rear speakers; only front driver side and passenger side speakers.

Accessory delay: Your vehicle is

equipped with accessory delay. With this feature, the window switches

and radio may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition is turned

off or until either front door is opened.

1. / (Tuner): Press to manually go up or down the radio

frequency. Press and hold for a fast advance through radio frequencies. Also use in AUDIO mode to gain access to various settings.

2. AUDIO: Press AUDIO repeatedly to gain access to the following settings.

TREB (Treble): Press AUDIO to reach the treble setting. Use / / SEEK .

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BASS (Bass): Press AUDIO to reach the bass setting. Use / / SEEK .

BAL (Balance): Press AUDIO to reach the balance setting.

Use / / SEEK to adjust between the left and right speakers.

Setting the clock: Press and hold CLK until the hours start to flash, then use / / SEEK to adjust. To adjust minutes, press CLK

again to make the minutes start to flash and use / / SEEK to adjust. Press CLK again to exit the clock setting mode.

3. SEEK: Press SEEK to

access the previous/next strong station.

4. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM1/FM2; tune to a station,

press and hold a preset button until sound returns. You may store up to six stations in each frequency band for a total of 18.

5. AM/FM: Press AM/FM to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.

6. ON/OFF/Volume: Press VOL - PUSH to turn ON/OFF. Turn VOL - PUSH to increase/decrease volume.

7. CLK (Clock): Press CLK to toggle between the clock and radio frequency.

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AM/FM stereo single CD/satellite compatible sound system (if equipped)

Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay which allows you to operate the window switches and the audio for up to ten minutes after the ignition has been turned off or until either front door is opened.

1. / : Press / to

manually go up or down the radio frequency. Press and hold for a fast

advance through radio frequencies.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press / to tune to the

next/previous channel.

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

2. MUTE/ : Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media.

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3. MENU: Press MENU repeatedly to access to the following settings:

CATEGORY (satellite radio if equipped): : Press MENU until the currently active category appears in the display (CATEGORY MODE). In CATEGORY MODE, press / to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.)

Press SEEK, SEEK or SCAN to select the category. After a category is selected, press SEEK to search for that specific category of channels only (i.e. ROCK). To select a different category, press MENU until the category appears in the display. Press / to select a different category. You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS categories and channels.

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

Setting the clock: Press MENU until SET HOUR or SET MINUTES is displayed. Use / / SEEK, SEEK to adjust the hours/minutes.

AUTOSET: Press MENU until the display reads AUTOSET. Autoset allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2.

Use / / SEEK, SEEK to turn on/off.

When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets.

BASS: Press MENU to reach the bass setting.

Use / / SEEK, SEEK to adjust.

TREB (Treble): Press MENU to reach the treble setting. Use / / SEEK, SEEK to adjust.

BAL (Balance): Press MENU to reach the balance setting.

Use / / SEEK, SEEK to adjust the audio between the left

(L) and right (R) speakers.

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FADE: Press MENU to reach the fade setting.

Use / / SEEK, SEEK to adjust the audio between the back

(B) and front (F) speakers.

SPEEDVOL (Speed sensitive volume, if equipped): Press MENU to reach the SPEEDVOL setting. Radio volume automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise.

Use / / SEEK, SEEK to adjust.

The default setting is off; increasing your vehicle speed will not change the volume level.

Adjust 1–7: Increasing this setting from 1 (lowest setting) to 7 (highest setting) allows the radio volume to automatically change slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise.

Recommended level is 1–3; SPEED OFF turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting.

Track/Folder mode: Available only on MP3 discs in CD mode. In Track

mode, pressing		SEEK, SEEK		will scroll through all tracks on the
disc
In Folder mode, pressing			SEEK, SEEK		will scroll only through
tracks within the selected folder.
Press	FOLDER, FOLDER			to access the previous/next folder (if
available).

COMPRESS (Compression): Available only in CD/MP3 mode. Press MENU until COMPRESS ON/OFF appears in the display.

Use / / SEEK, SEEK to toggle ON/OFF. When COMPRESS

is ON, the system will bring the soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level.

4. AUX: Press repeatedly to cycle through FES/DVD (if equipped), LINE IN (auxiliary audio mode, if

equipped) and SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3 modes (satellite radio, if equipped).

For location and further information on auxiliary audio mode, refer to Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter.

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

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5. SEEK: In radio mode, press

/ to access the previous/next strong station.

In CD/MP3 mode, press /

to access the previous/next CD/MP3 track.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press SEEK, SEEK to seek to the previous/next channel. If a specific category is selected, (Jazz, Rock, News, etc.), press SEEK, SEEK to seek to the previous/next channel in the selected category. Press and hold

SEEK, SEEK to fast seek through the previous /next channels. In TEXT MODE, press SEEK, SEEK to view the previous/additional display text.

In CATEGORY MODE, press SEEK, SEEK to select a category.

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

6. / (Play/Pause): This

control is operational in CD/MP3 mode. When a CD/MP3 is playing,

press to pause or play the current CD/MP3. The CD/MP3 status will display in the radio display.

If your vehicle is equipped with a Family Entertainment System (FES) please refer to the DVD supplement for further information.

7. SHUFFLE: In CD/MP3 mode, press SHUFFLE to engage shuffle mode. SHUFFLE ON will appear in

the display. If you wish to engage shuffle mode right away, press SEEK to begin random play. Otherwise, random play will begin when the current track is finished playing. CD SHUF will appear in the display. To disengage, press SHUFFLE again. SHUFFLE OFF will appear in the display.

Note: In CD/MP3 mode, press SHUFFLE to play the tracks in random order. In MP3 folder mode, the system will randomly play all tracks within the current folder.

8. FOLDER: In folder mode, press FOLDER to access next folder on MP3 discs, if available.

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9. FOLDER: In folder mode, press FOLDER to access the previous folder on MP3 discs, if available.

10. FF (Fast forward): Press FF to manually advance in a CD/MP3 track.

11. REW (Rewind): Press REW to manually reverse in a CD/MP3 track.

12. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM1/FM2; tune to a station,

press and hold a preset control until sound returns. You may store up to six stations in each frequency band for a total of 18.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), there are 18 available presets, six each for SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3. To save satellite channels in your memory presets, tune to the desired channel then press and hold a preset control until sound returns.

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

13. TEXT/SCAN: In radio and CD/MP3 mode, press and hold for a brief sampling of radio stations or

CD tracks. Press again to stop.

In CD/MP3 mode, press and release to display track title, artist name, and disc title.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and release to enter TEXT MODE and display the current song title. While in TEXT MODE, press again to scroll through the current song title, artist, channel category and the SIRIUS long channel name.

In TEXT MODE sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed. When the “>” indicator is active, press SEEK to view the additional display text. When the “<” indicator is active, press SEEK to view the previous display text.

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In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and hold to hear a brief sampling of the next channels. Press again to stop. In CATEGORY MODE, press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of the channels in the selected category. Press again to stop.

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

14. AM/FM: Press AM/FM to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.

15. ON/OFF/Volume: Press VOL-PUSH to turn ON/OFF. Turn VOL-PUSH to increase/decrease volume.

Note:If the volume is set above a

certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on.

16.CD: Press to enter CD/MP3 mode. If a CD/MP3 is already loaded into the system, CD/MP3 play will begin where it ended last.

17. (CD eject): Press to eject a

CD/MP3.

18. CD slot: Insert a CD/MP3 label side up in the CD slot.

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Premium/Audiophile in-dash six CD/MP3/satellite compatible sound system (if equipped)

Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay which allows you to operate the window switches and audio for up to ten minutes after the ignition has turned off or until either front door has opened.

1. / (Tune/Disc selector): In radio mode, press to manually go up ( ) or down ( ) the

radio frequency. Press and hold for

a fast advance through radio frequencies.

In menu mode, use to select various settings.

In CD/MP3 mode, press to select the desired disc.

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

2. MUTE/ : Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media.

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