Contents
Before driving
Introduction 2
Instrumentation 6
Controls and features 25
Seating and safety restraints 105
Starting and driving
Starting 134
Driving 139
Roadside emergencies 155
Servicing
Maintenance and care 174
Capacities and specifications 223
Customer assistance 229
Reporting safety defects 241
Index 242
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Introduction
The following warning may be required by California law:
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.
ICONS
Indicates a safety alert. Read the
following section on Warnings.
Indicates vehicle information related
to recycling and other
environmental concerns will follow.
Correct vehicle usage and the
authorized disposal of waste
cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards
protecting the environment.
Indicates a message regarding child
safety restraints. Refer to Seating
and safety restraints for more
information.
Indicates that this Owner Guide
contains information on this subject.
Please refer to the Index to locate
the appropriate section which will
provide you more information.
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Introduction
WARNINGS
Warnings provide information which may reduce the risk of personal
injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its
equipment.
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE
There are no particular breaking-in rules for your vehicle. During the
first 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This is
necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in.
INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE
The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing.
Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring
obligation.
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Introduction
These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Safety Alert
Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front
Air Bag-Side Child Seat
Child Seat Installation
Warning
Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System
Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based
Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher
Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment
Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe
See Owner’s Guide
Child Seat Tether
Anchorage
Traction Control
Windshield
Defrost/Demist
Power Windows
Front/Rear
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Rear Window
Defrost/Demist
Power Window Lockout
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Introduction
Child Safety Door
Lock/Unlock
Interior Luggage
Compartment Release
Symbol
Panic Alarm Engine Oil
Engine Coolant
Engine Coolant
Temperature
Do Not Open When Hot Battery
Avoid Smoking, Flames,
or Sparks
Battery Acid
Explosive Gas Fan Warning
Power Steering Fluid
Maintain Correct Fluid
Level
Emission System Engine Air Filter
Passenger Compartment
Air Filter
Jack
MAX
MIN
Check fuel cap
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Headlamp
control
(pg. 25)
Turn signal and
wiper/washer control
(pg. 60)
Instrument cluster
(pg. 8)
TURN ON
LAMPS
T/C
OFF
P!
C
BRAKE
HI
LO
F
S
OFF
LIGHTS
0FF
AUTO
P
LAMP
RESUM
E
SET ACCEL
COAST
OFF
ON
F
HEAD
H
FILL ON RIGHT
2
E
1
AIR
RPMx1000
BAG
SERVICE
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SOON
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TEMP FAN
VOL
Autolamp
(pg. 26)
Instrument panel dimmer
switch
(pg. 26)
Speed control
(pg. 62)
Driver air bag
(pg. 119)
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Electronic sound system
controls*
(pg. 61)
SYSTEM
VOL
PUSH ON
AM
EXT
DRIVER ID
MENU
RESET
CD
TAPE
MUTE
FM
REW
OFF
VEHICLE HANDLING
TRIP
SEEK
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AUTO
SELECT
DISPLAY
DTE ECON
L
A
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N
E
TUNE
3
SIDE 1 2
FF
MAX
A/C
Message Center
(pg. 14)
C
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BAL
BASS
SEL
TREB
FADE
EJ
RDS
SCAN AUTO
4
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REAR
SHUFF
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Clock
(pg. 33)
Electronic sound system
(pg. 33)
BACK
HI
0
OFF OFF
BACK
BOTH BOTH
0
Heated seat control
Climate controls
(pg. 107)
(pg. 61)
HI
Climate control system
(pg. 27)
*if equipped
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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES
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ENGINE
SOON
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AIR
BAG
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TURN ON
HEAD
LAMPS
T/C
OFF
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RPMx1000
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Service engine soon
Your vehicle is equipped with a
computer that monitors the engine’s
emission control system. This
system is commonly known as the
SERVICE
ENGINE
SOON
On Board Diagnostics System
(OBD II). The OBD II system
protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to
meet government emission standards. The OBD II system also assists the
service technician in properly servicing your vehicle.
The Service Engine Soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is
first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. If it comes on after the
engine is started, one of the engine’s emission control systems may be
malfunctioning. The light may illuminate without a driveability concern
being noted. The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require
towing.
What you should do if the Service Engine Soon light illuminates
Light turns on solid:
This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction.
Temporary malfunctions may cause your Service Engine Soon light to
illuminate. Examples are:
1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run
poorly.)
2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.
3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely
tightened.
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These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank
with high quality fuel of the recommended octane and/or properly
installing and securely tightening the gas cap. After three driving cycles
without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Service
Engine Soon light should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of a cold
engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional
vehicle service is required.
If the Service Engine Soon light remains on, have your vehicle serviced
at the first available opportunity.
Light is blinking:
Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter.
You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and
deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the first available
opportunity.
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.
Air bag readiness
Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned ON. If the light
fails to illuminate, continues to flash
or remains on, have the system
serviced immediately.
AIR
BAG
Safety belt
Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned to the ON position
to remind you to fasten your safety
belts. For more information, refer to
the Seating and safety restraints
chapter.
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Brake system warning
Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned to the ON position
to ensure the circuit is functional.
Also illuminates if the parking brake
is engaged. If the brake warning
lamp does not illuminate at these times, seek service immediately.
Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid
level and the brake system should be inspected immediately.
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned to the ON position
to ensure the circuit is functional. If
the light remains on, continues to
flash or fails to illuminate, have the
system serviced immediately. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake
system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake
warning light also remains illuminated with the parking brake released.
Turn signal
Illuminates when the left or right
turn signal or the hazard lights are
turned on. If one or both of the
indicators stay on continuously or
flash faster, check for a burned-out
turn signal bulb. Refer to Bulbs in the Maintenance and care chapter.
BRAKE
P!
ABS
High beams
Illuminates when the high beam
headlamps are turned on.
Turn on headlamps (if equipped)
Illuminates to remind the driver to
turn the headlamps on when:
• the daytime running lamps are on
(if equipped)
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LAMPS
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• the autolamps are off
• the autolamp sensor determines it is night time
Charging system
Illuminates when the ignition is
turned to the ON position and the
engine is off. The light also
illuminates when the battery is not
charging properly, requiring
electrical system service.
Engine oil pressure
Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned to the ON position
and the engine is off. Illuminates
when the oil pressure falls below the
normal range. Stop the vehicle as
soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately. Check the
oil level and add oil if needed. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance
and care chapter.
Traction Control姟 off light
Illuminates when the Traction
Control娂 system has been disabled
(by the driver or as a result of a
system failure). For more
information, refer to the Driving chapter.
T/ C
OFF
Safety belt warning chime
Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts.
For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to the Seating
and safety restraints chapter.
Safety belt minder chime
Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts.
For information on the safety belt minder chime, refer to the Seating
and safety restraints chapter.
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Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime
For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to the Seating and
safety restraints chapter.
Key-in-ignition warning chime
Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC
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
(and the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.
GAUGES
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ENGINE
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LAMPS
T/C
OFF
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R
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P!
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2
AIR
BAG
0
ABS
RPMx1000
7
20
0
Fuel gauge
Displays approximately how much
fuel is in the fuel tank (when the
F
key is in the ON position). The fuel
gauge may vary slightly when the
vehicle is in motion or after
refueling. The ignition should be in
E
the OFF position while the vehicle is
being refueled. When the gauge first
indicates empty, there is a small
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amount of reserve fuel in the tank.
When refueling the vehicle from an empty indication, the amount of fuel
that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the
reserve fuel.
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Speedometer
Indicates the current vehicle speed.
20
0
Odometer
The odometer is located in the message center. It registers the total
kilometers (miles) of the vehicle. Pressing the E/M control (if equipped)
will alternate between English (miles) and Metric (kilometers)
measurements.
Tachometer
Indicates the engine speed in
revolutions per minute.
Driving with your tachometer
pointer in the red zone may damage
the engine.
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BAG
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Engine coolant temperature gauge
Indicates the temperature of the
engine coolant. At normal operating
temperature, the needle remains
within the normal area (the area
between the “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 immediately and let the
engine cool. Refer to Engine
coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter.
H
M
R
O
N
C
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Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is
running or hot.
This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the
coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indication
will not be accurate.
ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER
The electronic message center only
works when the ignition is in the
ON position.
The message center tells you about
the condition of your vehicle by two
methods:
• operator selectable features
• continuous warning reporting of
monitored systems
You can select different features for
the message center to display by
using the message center controls
located to the right of the
instrument cluster. You will hear a tone when you press one of these
controls. However, the message center will display the appropriate
warning message if it detects a warning from any of the monitored
systems.
If you have a vehicle with the Driver
Select System, which allows you to
save operator selectable features to
DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2, you have a
DRIVER ID control in place of the E/M control.
The message center will display the Memory Profile System features
(operator selectable features) which are selected from the MENU and
VEHICLE HANDLING controls.
The Memory Profile System allows for two primary drivers to save their
individual seat and outside rearview mirror position preferences. The
feature will then be set to the remote entry transmitter, that will
automatically recall the saved individualized preferences. Refer to Basic
Operation of Memory Profile System in this section.
SYSTEM
E/M
MENU
VEHICLE HANDLING
TRIP
RESET
DTE ECON
DRIVER ID
SELECT
DISPLAY
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Basic operation of Memory Profile System
In order for the system to be able to store or recall an individual’s seat
and mirror position preferences, the Memory Profile must first recognize
who will be driving the vehicle. Drivers may identify themselves to the
system one of two ways:
• Pressing the unlock control on
the appropriate remote
transmitter (Memory position 1 or
Memory position 2 is identified by
the number on the back of the
remote transmitter) before
opening the driver’s door.
• Entering either the Personality 1
or Personality 2 personalized
code into the keyless entry
keypad before opening the
driver’s door.
For information on programming
personalized codes see Remote and
Keyless entry systems in the Control and features section.
Once the system has identified the driver (Memory position 1 or Memory
position 2), the seat and mirror will automatically begin to move to that
driver profile. Changes made to the seat and mirror positions will
automatically be saved to that profile.
If the driver should enter the vehicle without first identifying themselves,
all features will remain at their last setting or position and any settings
will be saved to the vehicle not individualized settings.
MEMORY 1 RECALL
ON
OFF
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If Memory position 1 or Memory
position 2 wishes to make
temporary changes to their seat or
outside mirror positions without
affecting their preferred positions
they may do so by:
• Using the switch on the back of
the remote transmitter to turn
the Memory Profile System OFF
prior to pressing the unlock
control on the remote transmitter
or unlocking the vehicle with the
key.
• Entering the vehicle without
identifying themselves using the two methods listed above.
• Turning the DRIVER ID (if equipped in the message center) OFF to
allow for temporary setting changes.
This option may be useful to temporarily reposition the driver’s seat and
mirrors during an extended drive.
Operator selectable features
System check
Pressing this control causes the
message center to cycle through the
status of each of the systems being
monitored. For each of these systems, the message center will indicate
either an OK message or a warning message for three seconds.
The sequence of the system check report is:
• voltage level
• engine temp
• oil level
• coolant level
• washer fluid
• doors (driver and passenger side). This message can only be reset by
closing the door(s). If the RESET control is pressed, PLEASE CLOSE
DOOR will be displayed.
• trunk closed
MEMORY1 RECALL
ON
OFF
SYSTEM
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• exterior lamps (front turn, brake and tail)
• fuel level
• distance to empty
• traction control
• ride control
System warnings
System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your
vehicle’s operating systems.
The message center will display the
last selected feature if there are no
more warning messages. This allows
you to use the full functionality of
the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the
RESET control and clearing the warning message.
Warning messages that have been reset are divided into two categories:
• They will reappear on the display ten minutes from the reset.
• They will not reappear until an ignition OFF-ON cycle has been
completed. This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still
exist within the vehicle.
Door Ajar Cannot be reset
Driver’s Door Ajar
Check Engine Temp Warning returns after 10 minutes
Transmission Overheat
Check Transmission
Low Oil Level
Check Charging System
Low Fuel Level
Low Engine Coolant
Low Tire Pressure (if equipped)
RESET
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Gear Display Data ERR Warning reappears after key is
Check/Tighten fuel cap
Brake Lamp Out
Check Traction Control
Check Ride Control
Trunk Ajar
Check Steering Assist
Low Washer Fluid
Air Leveling Disabled
Tail Lamp Out
Check FRT Turn Lamps
Turn on Headlamps
DOOR AJAR. Displayed when a side or back door is not completely
closed.
DRIVER’S DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the driver’s door is not
completely closed.
CHECK ENGINE TEMP. Displayed when the engine coolant is
overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the
engine and let it cool. Check the coolant and coolant level. Refer to
Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter. If the warning
stays on or continues to come on, contact your dealer as soon as
possible.
TRANSMISSION OVERHEAT. Indicates the transmission is
overheating. This warning may appear when towing heavy loads or when
driving in a low gear at a high speed for an extended period of time.
Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine and let it
cool. Check the transmission fluid and level. Refer to Transmission
fluid in the Maintenance and care chapter. If the warning stays on or
continues to come on, contact your dealer for transmission service as
soon as possible.
CHECK TRANSMISSION. Indicates the transmission is not operating
properly. If this warning stays on, contact your dealer as soon as
possible.
CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM. Displayed when the electrical system is
not maintaining proper voltage. If you are operating electrical accessories
when the engine is idling at a low speed, turn off as many of the
turned from OFF to ON
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electrical loads as soon as possible. If the warning stays on or comes on
when the engine is operating at normal speeds, have the electrical
system checked as soon as possible.
LOW FUEL LEVEL. Displayed when you have approximately 80 km
(50 miles) to empty.
LOW ENGINE COOLANT. Displayed when the engine coolant level is
low. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, turn off the engine and
let it cool. Check the coolant and level. Refer to Engine coolant in the
Maintenance and care chapter.
LOW TIRE PRESSURE (if equipped). Displayed when the tire
pressure is low. Check the tire pressure. Refer to Checking the tire
pressure in the Maintenance and care chapter.
GEAR DISPLAY DATA ERR. Displayed when the data used to provide
the redundant gear selection display on the instrument cluster is missing
or invalid. In this case, the instrument cluster redundant gear selection
display is turned off. The driver should use the mechanical position
indication on the center console gear selector as temporary indication. If
this warning stays on, contact your dealer as soon as safely possible.
CHECK/TIGHTEN FUEL CAP. Displayed when the fuel filler cap is
not properly installed. Proper fuel filler cap installation is checked
automatically as the vehicle is driven but not until after some fuel is used
(fuel gauge drops below full). Once the fuel filler cap is properly
secured, the “CHECK/TIGHTEN FUEL CAP” message will turn off after a
short period of driving. Refer to Fuel Filler Cap in the Maintenance
and care chapter.
BRAKE LAMP OUT. Displayed when the brake lamps are activated and
at least one is burned out. Check the lamps as soon as safely possible
and have the burned out lamp replaced. The center high-mount
brakelamp is not monitored.
CHECK TRACTION CONTROL. Displayed when the Traction
Control娂 system is not operating properly. If this message is displayed
on the message center and the amber T/C OFF light in the Traction
Control娂 on/off switch is not illuminated, the Traction Control娂 system
will be partially operable. If this warning stays on, contact your dealer for
service as soon as possible. For further information, refer to Traction
control娂 in the Driving chapter.
CHECK RIDE CONTROL. Displayed when the air suspension system is
not operating properly. If this message is displayed while driving, pull off
the road as soon as safely possible. The message may also be displayed if
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the vehicle is loaded beyond the recommended maximum payload. This
is a normal condition if the vehicle is overloaded. To correct this
condition:
1. Remove or redistribute the payload per the recommended maximum
requirements.
2. Turn the ignition switch from ON to OFF to ON again.
If the message reappears:
1. Turn the air suspension switch (located in the trunk) OFF.
2. Contact your dealer for service as soon as safely possible.
For more information, refer to Air suspension in the Driving chapter.
TRUNK AJAR. Displayed when the trunk is not completely closed.
CHECK STEERING ASSIST. Displayed when the steering system is
not operating properly. If this message is displayed while driving, pull off
the road as soon as safely possible. If this warning stays on, contact your
dealer for service as soon as possible.
LOW WASHER FLUID. Indicates the washer fluid reservoir is less than
one quarter full. Check the washer fluid level. Refer to Checking and
adding washer fluid in the Maintenance and care chapter.
AIR LEVELING DISABLED. Displayed when the air suspension switch
is in the OFF position.
TAIL LAMP OUT. Displayed when the tail lamps are activated and at
least one is burned out. Check the lamps as soon as possible and have
the burned out lamp replaced.
CHECK FRT TURN LAMPS. Displayed when the turn signals are
activated and at least one is burned out. Check the lamps as soon as
safely possible and have the burned out lamp replaced.
TURN ON HEADLAMPS. Displayed when the headlamps are activated
by the autolamp sensor.
E/M (if equipped)
Press this control to switch the
odometer and display readouts from
metric (kilometers) to English
(miles) units.
E/M
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DRIVER ID (if equipped)
Press this control and use SELECT
to choose DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2
when choosing operator selectable
features. Seat and mirror positions
and nine operator selectable features, found under the MENU and
VEHICLE HANDLING controls, will be saved to DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2.
These will be automatically recalled when the drivers identify themselves
to the system with the remote entry transmitter (refer to Basic
Operation of Memory Profile System in this section) or selecting
DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2 in the message center. When a vehicle setting is
changed, the message center will display “SAVED TO DRIVER 1 or
DRIVER 2” for 5 seconds to confirm the change has been made. Press
the SELECT to choose “OFF” for temporary position/setting changes
which will not be stored.
MENU
Press this control to change various
convenience settings throughout the
vehicle. Each press of the MENU
control will display the following:
• Traction control (returns to “ON” everytime vehicle is started).
• Express window (completely goes down with one touch on the power
switch).
• Auto lock (locks the doors when the vehicle reaches 5 km/h [3 mph]).
• Horn chirp (sounds horn one time whenever the doors are locked
using the remote transmitter).
• Seat access (moves seat back to aid entry/exit from the vehicle).
• Reverse mirrors (tilts the exterior mirrors downward to assist parking
using reverse).
• English/metric (changes the odometer and display readouts)
Press the SELECT control to change the settings to ON or OFF.
These settings will be saved to the vehicle not individualized settings.
Vehicles equipped with the DRIVER ID control, the settings will be saved
to DRIVER 1 or DRIVER 2.
DRIVER ID
MENU
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SELECT
Press the SELECT control to change
settings in MENU or VEHICLE
HANDLING modes.
VEHICLE HANDLING
Press this control to adjust the
STEERING EFFORT SETTINGS
between NORMAL, LOW and HIGH.
Vehicles equipped with the DRIVER
ID control, press this control once
to adjust RIDE CONTROL SETTINGS between NORMAL, PLUSH and
FIRM. Press this control a second time to adjust the STEERING EFFORT
SETTINGS between NORMAL, LOW and HIGH. The combination of firm
ride control and low steering effort cannot be selected.
Press the SELECT control to change settings.
TRIP
Press this control to display the first
of two trip odometers. Press it again
to display the second trip odometer.
To reset the displayed trip
odometer, press the RESET control.
VEHICLE HANDLING
SELECT
TRIP
RESET
DISPLAY
Press this control to turn the
message center display off. Press it
again to turn the display on.
Warnings override an off display and
must be reset for the display to be off again.
RESET
Press this control to reset:
• warnings
• average fuel economy
• trip odometers
The other selectable features are unaffected by pressing RESET.
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DTE/ECON
• Press the DTE/ECON control
once to display approximately
how far you can drive before
running out of fuel, or the
distance to empty (DTE). To ensure accuracy, turn the ignition OFF
when you fill the tank.
• Press the DTE/ECON control a second time to display the average fuel
economy in liters/100 kilometers or miles/gallon, based on distance
traveled and rate of fuel used information.
• To reset this feature, press the
RESET control while average fuel
economy is displayed (while you
are driving).
The DTE function will flash for 5 seconds and sound a tone for 1 second
when you have approximately:
• 40 km (25 miles)
• 16 km (10 miles)
DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy initialized by the
factory. This value is not the same as the average fuel economy display.
The running average fuel economy is based on more than 800 kilometers
(500 miles) of driving history, and is reinitialized if the battery is
disconnected.
If the FUEL LEVEL ERROR message is displayed, there is a problem
with the fuel indication system and you should contact your dealer for
service as soon as possible.
Checking your highway fuel economy using the electronic
message center display
The following procedure will allow you to accurately monitor your actual
highway fuel economy. Since this procedure requires the vehicle speed
control system to be set to highway speeds, it must be run only on
suitable roadways where long distance speed control can be safely
maintained.
You may notice gradual improvement in fuel economy over the course of
your vehicle’s break-in period (approximately 1 600 kilometers
[1 000 miles]).
DTE ECON
RESET
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1. Set the speed control. Refer to Speed control in the Controls and
features chapter.
2. Press the Distance to Empty
(DTE) Economy (ECON) control
until “Average Miles per Gallon” is
displayed.
3. Press the RESET control to clear
the DTE/ECON system memory.
• Actual highway fuel economy is
now displayed. This current average measure will change as the
speed control system changes the engine speed to maintain a constant
vehicle speed. This is most noticeable in hilly environments.
It is important to press the RESET control after setting the speed
control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings.
DTE ECON
RESET
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Controls and features
HEADLAMP CONTROL
Rotate the headlamp control to the
first position to turn on the parking
lamps only. Rotate to the second
position to also turn on the
headlamps.
The exterior lamps will illuminate when the ignition is ON and the
windshield wiper control is in the interval, LO or HI position.
The instrument panel lighting will dim noticeably approximately 15
seconds after the wipers are turned on. The lights will remain in this
state until 30 seconds after the wipers are turned off.
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)
Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate:
• the ignition must be in the ON position and
• the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position.
Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during
inclement weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) System
does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide
adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your
headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.
0FF
P
High beams
Push forward to activate.
Pull toward you to deactivate.
HI
LO
F
S
OFF
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Controls and features
Flash to pass
Pull toward you to activate and
release to deactivate.
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL
Use to adjust the brightness of the
instrument panel during headlight
and parklamp operation.
• Push up to brighten.
• Push down to dim.
MAX
OFF
AUTOLAMP CONTROL
The autolamp system provides light
sensitive automatic on-off control of
the exterior lights normally
controlled by the headlamp control.
The autolamp system also keeps the
lights on for a preselected period of
time after the ignition switch is
turned to OFF.
• To turn autolamps on, push the
control up toward the MAX position. As you press this switch, the
autolamp system’s status will be displayed in the message center. The
system can be set to provide light for up to three minutes after you
turn the ignition OFF.
• To turn autolamps off, push the control down toward OFF.
HI
LO
F
S
OFF
PANEL
DIM
AUTO
LAMP
MAX
OFF
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Controls and features
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM
Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC) system
The EATC system will maintain a
selected temperature and
automatically control airflow. You
can override automatic operation
with any of the override controls,
the fan speed control or the steering
wheel controls (if equipped).
Turning the EATC on
Press AUTO, any of the override
controls or the fan speed control.
The EATC will only operate when
the vehicle is running.
Turning the EATC off
Press OFF. The Outside
Temperature (EXT) function will
continue to operate until the
ignition is turned off.
EXT OFF AUTO
EXT OFF AUTO
AUTO
AUTO
MAX
MAX
A/C
A/C
F
˚
F
˚
FRONT
REAR
FRONT
REAR
EXT OFF AUTO
MAX
A/C
Automatic operation
Press AUTO and select the desired temperature. The selected
temperature and the word AUTO will appear in the display window. The
EATC system will either heat or cool to achieve the selected
temperature. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow
location and if outside air or recirculated air is required. Fan speed
remains automatic unless the fan speed control is pressed or the steering
wheel controls (if equipped) are pressed.
When in AUTO and weather conditions require heat, air will be sent to
the floor. However, if the engine is not warm enough to provide heat, the
fan will not operate. In 3
1
⁄2minutes or less, the fan speed will start to
increase and the airflow location will change to the floor area.
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Controls and features
If unusual conditions exist (i.e.-window fogging, etc.), the manual
override controls allow you to select airflow locations and the fan control
allows you to adjust fan speed as necessary.
Temperature selection
The display window indicates the
selected temperature, function
(AUTO or one of the override
controls) and manual control of fan
speed (
) if automatic fan speed is
AUTO
not desired.
To control the temperature, select
any temperature between 18°C
(65°F) and 29°C (85°F) by pressing
the temperature control.
For continuous maximum cooling, push the temperature control until
16°C (60°F) is shown in the display window. The EATC will continue
maximum cooling (disregarding the displayed temperature) until a
warmer temperature is selected by pressing the temperature control.
For continuous maximum heating, push the temperature control until
32°C (90°F) is shown in the display window. The EATC will continue
maximum heating (disregarding the displayed temperature) until a
cooler temperature is selected by pressing the temperature control.
Temperature conversion
Press MAX A/C and FRONT
the same time (for one second) to
switch between Fahrenheit and
Celsius.
at
EXT OFF AUTO
MAX
A/C
EXT
C
˚
˚
FRONT
REAR
F
FRONT
REAR
Your vehicle has an English/Metric (E/M) control to change your
electronic message center display from English to Metric. This control
will also change the temperature display. Refer to Electronic Message
Center in the Instrumentation chapter.
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Controls and features
Fan speed ( )
When AUTO is pressed, fan speed is
adjusted automatically for existing
conditions. You can override fan
speed at any time. To control fan
speed manually, press the fan control
or the steering wheel fan speed
control to cancel automatic fan
speed operation. Press the control
EXT OFF AUTO
up for higher fan speed or down for
lower fan speed. Press the steering
wheel control up for higher fan speed or down for lower fan speed.
The display will show and a bar
graph to indicate manual fan
operation and relative speed.
AUTO
To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTO.
Manual override controls
The override controls allow you to
determine where airflow is directed.
To return to full automatic control,
press AUTO.
EXT OFF AUTO
AUTO
MAX
A/C
F
˚
MAX
A/C
F
˚
FRONT
REAR
The air conditioning compressor can operate in all modes except
and . It will also operate only when required when AUTO has been
selected. However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside
temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher.
Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air
during operation, it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under
the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you
have stopped the vehicle.
• MAX A/C-Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. The temperature
will display 16°C (60°F). To exit, press AUTOMATIC or any other
override controls. MAX A/C is noisier than normal A/C but more
economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster. Airflow is
from the instrument panel registers. This mode can also be used to
prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.
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Controls and features
• (Panel) -Distributes outside air through the instrument panel
registers. However, the air cannot be cooled below the outside
temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this
mode.
•
•
•
• FRONT
• OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For short
Displaying outside temperature
Press EXT to display the outside air
temperature. It will be displayed
until EXT is pressed again.
(Panel and floor) -Distributes outside air through the instrument
panel registers and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning
capabilities are provided in this mode. The air will be heated or cooled
based on the temperature selection. For added customer comfort, the
air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the
air sent to the instrument panel registers.
(Floor)-Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside air
through the floor ducts. However, the air cannot be cooled below the
outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in
this mode.
(Floor and defrost)-Distributes outside air through the windshield
defroster ducts and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning
capabilities are provided in this mode. The air will be heated or cooled
based on the temperature selection. For added customer comfort, the
air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the
air sent to the windshield defroster ducts. If the temperature is about
6°C (43°F) or higher, the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify
the air to reduce fogging.
-Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster
ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. If the
outside air temperature is about 6°C (43°F) or higher, the air
conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.
periods of time only, use this mode to reduce undesirable odors from
entering the vehicle.
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EXT OFF AUTO
MAX
A/C