Ford 2005 GT40 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Instrument Cluster 10

Warning and control lights 10
Gauges 13

Entertainment Systems 16

AM/FM stereo with CD 16

Climate Controls 20

Manual heating and air conditioning 20
Rear window defroster 22

Lights 23

Headlamps 23
Turn signal control 24
Bulb replacement 25

Table of Contents

Driver Controls 26

Windshield wiper/washer control 26
Steering wheel adjustment 27
Power windows 28
Mirrors 28

Locks and Security 31

Keys 31
Locks 31
Anti-theft system 36

Seating and Safety Restraints 41

Seating 41
Safety restraints 42
Air bags 52
Child restraints 59

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Tires, Wheels and Loading 70

Tire Information 71
Changing tires 75
Lug Nut Torque 84
Vehicle loading 94

Driving 100

Starting 100
Brakes 104
Transmission operation 107

Roadside Emergencies 110

Getting roadside assistance 110
Hazard flasher switch 111
Fuel shut-off switch 111
Fuses and relays 112
Jump starting 120

Customer Assistance 126

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 134

Cleaning 135

Maintenance and Specifications 142

Engine compartment 147
Engine oil 150
Battery 153
Fuel information 159
Refill capacities 171
Lubricant specifications 172

Accessories 177

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Scheduled Maintenance Guide 179

Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log 182
Motorcraft Premium Gold Coolant Change Record 192

Index 194

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Introduction

Introduction

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.

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

Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. Try not to drive
continuously at the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of
new vehicle operation. Vary your speed frequently in order to give the
moving parts a chance to break in.

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

Emission warranty

The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-Bumper
Coverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 6.0L
Power Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is eligible
for Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties. For a
detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered, refer to
the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s
Guide.

Special instructions

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

Please read the section 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 air bag.

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, and service and repair facilities may
access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your
vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle.

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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 and Ford of Canada 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 and Ford of Canada.

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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

Child Seat Tether
Anchor

Anti-Lock Brake System

Powertrain Malfunction Speed Control

Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment

See Owner’s Guide

Child Seat Lower
Anchor

Brake System

Brake Fluid ­Non-Petroleum Based

Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe

Windshield
Defrost/Demist

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Rear Window
Defrost/Demist

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Introduction

Power Windows
Front/Rear

Child Safety Door
Lock/Unlock

Power Window Lockout

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

MAX

MIN

Passenger Compartment
Air Filter

Jack

Check fuel cap Low tire warning

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Instrument Cluster

Instrument Cluster

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

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
lights work. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, have the
respective system inspected immediately.

Service engine soon: The Service
engine soon indicator light

illuminates when the ignition is first
turned to the ON position to check
the light function. 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 ON position
when the engine is not running or by applying the parking brake when
the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the brake system warning
light does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately from your

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dealership. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low
brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately
by your servicing dealership.

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 dealer immediately.

Anti-lock brake system:

Illuminates indicating an ABS fault.
If the lamp stays on for more than a
few seconds, then an ABS fault is
indicated, have the system serviced
immediately. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning
light also is illuminated.

Check gage: Illuminates when any
of the following conditions has
occurred:

• The engine coolant temperature
is high.

• The engine oil pressure is low.

• The fuel gauge is at or near empty.

• The charging system is malfunctioning.

Air bag readiness: If this light fails
to illuminate when ignition is turned
to ON, continues to flash or remains
on, have the system serviced
immediately. 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 chime will also
sound to remind you to fasten your
safety belt.

ABS

CHECK

GAGE

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Anti-theft system: Flashes when
the Securilock娂 Passive Anti-theft
System has detected a fault.

Door ajar: Illuminates when the
ignition is in the ON position and
any door, trunk or the engine cover
is ajar.

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 the tail lamps for proper
function.

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

Defrost: Illuminates when the rear
window defroster is turned on.

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.

DOOR

AJAR

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GAUGES

Engine coolant temperature
gauge: Indicates engine coolant

temperature. At normal operating
temperature, the needle will be
outside the red section. 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.

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.

Instrument Cluster

Engine oil pressure gauge:

Indicates engine oil pressure. If the
pointer drops to the red section
when the engine is running, stop
your vehicle as soon as possible,
shut off the engine and check the
oil tank level. Add oil if necessary.

Do not continue to operate your
engine as long as the pointer is in the red section. Otherwise, your
engine may be severely damaged.

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If the gauge indicates zero or very low oil pressure (needle in the
red section) stop the vehicle and engine as soon as safe to do so
and check the engine oil tank level.

After running, the engine may be hot. Allow the engine to cool
before handling any components.

Voltmeter gauge: Measures the
battery charging voltage. If the
pointer moves above or below the
normal operating range under
normal vehicle operation, have your
vehicle’s electrical system checked.

Boost/Vac gauge: Boost VAC shows
that supercharger boost and engine
vacuum are functioning properly. If
no boost or reduced boost is shown,
have engine checked.

Fuel gauge: Indicates
approximately how much fuel is left
in the fuel tank (when the ignition
is in the ON position). The fuel
gauge may vary slightly when the
vehicle is in motion or on a grade.

Refer to Filling the tank in the

Maintenance and Specifications

chapter for more information.

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Speedometer: Indicates the
current vehicle speed.

Odometer: Registers the total miles
of the vehicle.

Trip odometer: Registers the miles
of individual journeys. To reset,
depress the control.

Instrument Cluster

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Entertainment Systems

Entertainment Systems

AM/FM MCINTOSH CD SYSTEM

A flashing anti-theft indicator (Disc in lamp), may be activated
and de-activated by pressing and holding the CD Eject control for
two seconds or more with the radio turned off.

1. CD door: Insert a CD label side up. Once loaded, the “Disc in”

indicator light will illuminate and playback begins automatically.

2. Eject: Press to eject a CD when

the power is on or off.

3. Listen/Tune: In radio mode, turn

and release the inner ring right or
left to incrementally tune radio
frequency up or down. Hold the ring
at the right or left tune position for
over a second to seek-up or
seek-down. In CD mode, turn and release the inner ring to select a
desired track. To change mode (Radio, CD), turn and release the outer
ring. Each time your turn and release the outer ring, the mode will
change and appear on the display.

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4. AM/FM: Press to select a

frequency band
(FM1/FM2/FM3/AM). The selected
band appears in the display.

Clock: To initially activate the clock display, simultaneously press and
release the AM/FM and #4 radio preset control.
To set the clock, ensure that the clock display is active. Simultaneously
press and hold the AM/FM and #4 radio preset control until the clock
display begins to flash. Turn and release the TUNE control to the right to
advance the minutes incrementally. Turn and hold to advance the
minutes continually. Turn and release the TUNE control to the left to
advance the hours incrementally. Turn and hold to advance the ours
continually. When the correct time is set, press AM/FM to confirm the
current time.

5. Memory presets: In radio mode,

use to select stored stations. A total
of 24 stations can be stored in your
system — six in each band
(FM1/FM2/FM3/AM). Turn the TUNE control to select a station. Then
press and hold the desired memory preset. The sound will mute. When
the station is stored, the sound will return and the indicator light above
the control will illuminate.

A.S

6. A.S./RPT: (Autostore and

Repeat): In radio mode, this control
automatically stores the strongest
radio stations on the frequency
band. Select the desired frequency band (FM1/FM2/FM3/AM), then press
and hold A.S until AS appears in the display to indicate that the stations
have been stored. Any previously stored stations will be erased as the
new ones are saved. In CD mode, press the button to play the current
track repeatedly. RPT will appear in the display. Press again for normal
CD operation.

7. ON/OFF/Volume/Bal: Turn outer

ring of the control to the right to
turn the system ON. Once ON, turn
to the right to increase the volume,
turn to the left to decrease the
volume. To turn the system OFF,
turn the control fully to the left until the display turns off. For Balance
adjustment, pull the control out and turn to the left/right to shift the
sound between the left and right speakers. After adjustment, push the
control back to the original position.

RPT

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8. Bass/Treb: Press in and release

to extend the control for
adjustment. Turn the control
left/right to decrease/increase the amount of Bass. For Treble, pull the
extended control out further and turn to the left/right to
decrease/increase the amount of treble. After adjustment, push the
control in fully to hide the control.

Power Guard: The indicator illuminates when the audio system has
reached its maximum power output and the Power Guard system is
controlling overload distortion.

RADIO FREQUENCIES

AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications
Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are:

AM - 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz
FM- 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz

RADIO RECEPTION FACTORS

There are three factors that can effect radio reception:

• Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, the
weaker the signal and the weaker the reception.

• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences,
traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception.

• Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal
may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency
is displayed.

CD/CD PLAYER CARE

Do:

• Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface.

• Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD cleaner

and wipe from the center out.

Don’t:

• Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods
of time.

• Insert more than one disc into the CD player.

• Clean using a circular motion.

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CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in
(12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical
incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact
discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players.
Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film
attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should
not be inserted into the CD player. The label may peel and cause
the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade
CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than
adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact
your dealer for further information.

AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTY AND SERVICE

Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. If
service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician.

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Climate Controls

Climate Controls

MANUAL A/C SYSTEM

1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the

vehicle.

2. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow in

the vehicle.

3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the

vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each control.

: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.

: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents and the floor

vents.

: Distributes air through the floor vents.

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and floor

vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce
window fogging.

: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents to

clear ice or fog from the windshield. The system will automatically
provide outside air to reduce window fogging.

4. A/C: Press and hold down briefly to engage/disengage. Uses outside or

recirculated air to cool the vehicle. Engages automatically in MAX A/C,
Defrost and Floor/Defrost. The A/C indicator light will illuminate in MAX
A/C mode and may or may not illuminate in Defrost, Floor/Defrost modes
depending on the previous selections.

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5. Recirculated air: Used to select fresh or recirculated air operation.

May also help reduce undesired outside odors from reaching the interior
of the vehicle. Press and hold down briefly to engage/disengage. To
reduce humidity inside the vehicle, turn recirculation off. Note: The
indicator light will be on when in recirculate mode, and will reduce the
amount of time to cool down the interior of the vehicle with A/C.

OPERATING TIPS

• To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place
the air flow selector in the

• To demist the side glass, place the air flow selector in the
position and aim the outboard panel vents toward the side glass.

• To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle:
during cold weather, do not drive with the air flow selector in the
OFF or MAX A/C position.
during warm weather, do not drive with the air flow selector in the
OFF position.

• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of
the windshield.

Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these
objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.

position.

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REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER

Ensure that the ignition is in the 3
(ON) position. In order to clear the
rear window of thin ice and fog,
push the control forward to activate
the rear window defroster. While the
defroster is active, the yellow
indicator lamp will be illuminated.

The rear window defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes or
when the ignition is turned to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position. To manually
turn off the rear window defroster before 10 minutes, pull the control
rearward.

Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside
of the rear window or to remove decals from the inside of the
rear window. This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and
will not be covered by your warranty.

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Lights

HEADLAMP CONTROL

Pull the control rearward once to
turn on your parking lamps. Push it
forward to turn on your headlamps.

To turn the headlamps and parking
lamps off, put the control in the
center detent.

Foglamp control

The fog lamps can only be turned
on when the headlamp control is in
the parking lamp or headlamp
position.

Press the foglamp control forward to
activate the fog lamps. When the
highbeams are activated, the fog
lamps will not operate.

Pull the fog lamp control back to center to deactivate the fog lamps.

Lights

High beams

Pull the lever toward you to
activate. Pull the lever towards you
to deactivate.

Flash to pass

Pull toward you slightly to activate
and release to deactivate.

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PANEL DIMMER CONTROL

Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel.

• Push the control forward to
brighten.

• Pull the control back to dim.

AIMING THE HEADLAMPS

The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant.
If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps
should be checked by a qualified service technician.

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL

• Push down to activate the left
turn signal.

• Push up to activate the right turn
signal.

INTERIOR LAMPS

Map lamps

The map lamps and controls are
located on the rearview mirror.
Press the controls on the bottom of
the mirror to activate the lamps.

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BULBS

Replacing exterior bulbs

Check the operation of all of the bulbs periodically.

Using the right bulbs

Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs
must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America to ensure
lamp performance, light brightness, pattern and safe visibility. The
correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp
assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time.

Function Trade number

Park/turn lamps (front) 5701 KA
Front side marker lamps W3W
Rear side marker lamps W3W
Headlamps HID (see dealer)
Rear stop/turn/tail lamps LED (see dealer)
Backup lamps 921
Rear license plate lamps 168
High-mount brake lamp See a dealer or qualified technician
Map lamps 3886X
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer.

Interior bulbs

Check the operation of all of the bulbs periodically.

Replacing bulbs

For bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualified technician.

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Driver Controls

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER

Windshield wiper: Move the lever
down for a single wipe.

For intermittent operation, move
control up one position and adjust
the rotary control to the desired
speed.

For normal operation, move control
up two positions.

For high speed operation, move control up three positions.

Mist function: To mist, push and
release the windshield washer
control quickly. The wipers will
cycle two or three times to clear the
windshield.

Windshield washer: To activate
the windshield washer, push the
windshield washer control. Release
control to stop washer fluid spray. The wipers will provide three wipes
after the wash is turned off.

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES

1. Pull the wiper arm away from the

vehicle. Turn the blade at an angle
from the wiper arm. Push the lock
pin manually to release the blade
and pull the wiper blade down
toward the windshield to remove it
from the arm.

2. Attach the new wiper to the

wiper arm and press it into place
until a click is heard.

3. Replace wiper blades every 6

months for optimum performance.

4. Poor wiper quality can sometimes

be improved by cleaning the wiper
blades, refer to Window and wiper
blades in the Cleaning chapter.

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5. To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended to

scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. The
layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the
wiper rubber element.

6. The wiper arms may require adjustment to their stopped or ⬙park⬙

position due to normal use and wear of the wiper linkage. See your
dealer if adjustment is required

TILT STEERING COLUMN

Pull the locking lever down to tilt
and telescope the steering column
to the desired orientation. Return
the lever to its original position to
secure the wheel.

Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.

AUXILIARY POWER POINT

Power point outlets are designed
for accessory use only. Do not
hang any type of accessories or
accessory bracket from the their
plugs. Improper use of the
power point outlet can cause
damage not covered by your
warranty.

The maximum power the power
point can supply is 20A and 240
Watts. Exceeding these limits will result in a blown fuse.

Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used.

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POWER WINDOWS

Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let
children play with the power windows. They may seriously injure

themselves.

When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free
of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in

the proximity of the window openings.

Press and hold the bottom part of
the rocker switch to open the
window. Press and hold the top part
of the rocker switch to close the
window.

POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS

To adjust your mirrors:

1. Rotate the control clockwise to

adjust the right mirror and rotate
the control counterclockwise to
adjust the left mirror.

2. Move the control in the direction

you wish to tilt the mirror.

3. Return to the center position to

lock mirrors in place.

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CENTER CONSOLE

Your vehicle has a variety of console
features. These include:

• Parking brake

• Gear Shift

• Climate Controls

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.

A driver’s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.

The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is to
avoid distractions and pay attention to the road. Wait until it is safe to
operate Mobile Communications Equipment.

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ELECTRIC DOOR RELEASE

To open the door, unlock (with the
remote entry transmitter) and push
the release button on the door.

Note: The vehicle doors may be
unlocked by using the remote entry
transmitter, however, in the event of
a low battery charge, the door can
be manually unlocked and opened
by inserting the key into the driver’s
door lock cylinder and turning
counter clockwise.

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