Ford 2011 Ranger Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Instrument Cluster 12

Warning lights and chimes 12 Gauges 17

Entertainment Systems 19

AM/FM stereo 19 AM/FM Stereo single CD/MP3 system 21 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 26 Satellite radio information 32

Climate Controls 35

Heater only 35 Manual heating and air conditioning 36

Lights 38

Headlamps 38 Turn signal control 42 Bulb replacement 42

Driver Controls 48

Windshield wiper/washer control 48 Steering wheel adjustment 49 Power windows 50 Mirrors 51 Speed control 52

Locks and Security 55

Keys 55 Locks 55 Anti-theft system 59

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Seating and Safety Restraints 62

Seating 62 Safety restraints 68 Airbags 82 Child restraints 94

Tires, Wheels and Loading 111

Tire information 113 Tire inflation 115 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 128 Vehicle loading 132 Trailer towing 139 Recreational towing 148

Driving 150

Starting 150 Brakes 155 AdvanceTrac威 158 Transmission operation 166

Roadside Emergencies 179

Getting roadside assistance 179 Hazard flasher control 180 Fuel pump shut-off switch 180 Fuses and relays 181 Changing tires 191 Wheel lug nut torque 200 Jump starting 201 Wrecker towing 204

Customer Assistance 206

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 213 Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 213

Cleaning 214

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Maintenance and Specifications 222

Engine compartment 224 Engine oil 227 Battery 231 Engine coolant 233 Fuel information 239 Air filter(s) 255 Part numbers 259 Maintenance product specifications and capacities 260 Engine data 265

Accessories 269

Ford Extended Service Plan 271

Scheduled Maintenance Guide 275

Normal scheduled maintenance and log 281

Index 297

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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.

WARNING: 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.

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.

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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.

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 airbag 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.

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.

Drive your new vehicle at least 1,000 miles (1,600 km) before towing a trailer. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

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Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage.

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.

Special instructions

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

WARNING: 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.

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

Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles

WARNING: 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.

Using your vehicle with a snowplow

Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing.

Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package.

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Using your vehicle as an ambulance

Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance.

Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package.

DATA RECORDING

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 or share among them vehicle diagnostic information received through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle. For U.S. only (if equipped), if you choose to use the SYNC威 Vehicle Health Report, you consent that certain diagnostic information may also be accessed electronically by Ford Motor Company and Ford authorized service facilities, and that the diagnostic information may be used for any purpose. See your SYNC威 supplement for more information.

Event Data Recording

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle; this data will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:

• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

• Whether or not the driver and passenger seatbelts were

buckled/fastened;

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

• How fast the vehicle was travelling; and

• Where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.

This data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.

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Note: EDR data is recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data or information (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) is recorded (see limitations regarding 911 Assist and Traffic, directions and Information privacy below). However, parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.

To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have such special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR. 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.

Note: Including to the extent that any law pertaining to Event Data Recorders applies to SYNC威 or its features, please note the following: Once 911 Assist (if equipped) is enabled (set ON), 911 Assist may, through any paired and connected cell phone, disclose to emergency services that the vehicle has been in a crash involving the deployment of an airbag or, in certain vehicles, the activation of the fuel pump shut-off. Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist may also be capable of being used to electronically or verbally provide to 911 operators the vehicle location (such as latitude and longitude), and/or other details about the vehicle or crash or personal information about the occupants to assist 911 operators to provide the most appropriate emergency services. If you do not want to disclose this information, do not activate the 911 Assist feature. See your SYNC威 supplement for more information.

Additionally, when you connect to Traffic, Directions and Information (if equipped, U.S. only) the service uses GPS technology and advanced vehicle sensors to collect the vehicle’s current location, travel direction, and speed (“vehicle travel information”) only to help provide you with the directions, traffic reports, or business searches your request. If you do not want

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Ford or its vendors to receive this information, do not activate the service. Ford Motor Company and the vendors it uses to provide you with this information do not store your vehicle travel information. For more information, see Traffic, Directions and Information, Terms and Conditions. See your SYNC威 supplement for more information.

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, text messaging devices and portable two-way radios.

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle

control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that you use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving and that you comply with all applicable laws.

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 features and options 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

Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front

Airbag - Side

Child Seat Tether Anchor

Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System

Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based

Stability Control System Speed Control

Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment

See Owner’s Guide

Child Seat Lower Anchor

Brake System

Parking Aid System

Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe

Windshield Defrost/Demist

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Rear Window Defrost/Demist

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Power Windows Front/Rear

Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock

Power Window Lockout

Interior Luggage Compartment Release

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

Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter

MAX

MIN

Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Check Fuel Cap

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Low Tire Pressure Warning

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 bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the respective system warning light for additional information.

Service engine soon: The service engine soon indicator illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the on position to check

the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Normally, the service engine soon indicator will stay on until the engine is cranked, then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present. However, if after 15 seconds the service engine soon indicator blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. See the Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

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 indicator is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

WARNING: 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.

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Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properly installed. Continued driving with this light on may cause the service engine soon indicator on.

It may take a long period of time for the system to detect an improperly installed or properly re-installed fuel filler cap depending on driving and fuel tank level conditions. Refer to Fuel

filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

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 in a position between on and start, 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, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level or a failure to brake proportioning. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

WARNING: 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. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury.

to come

BRAKE

Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected; contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated.

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Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when the ignition is turned to on, continues to flash or remains on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. A chime will sound when there is a malfunction in the indicator light.

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder威 chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minder威 chime feature.

Low tire pressure warning:

Illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the light remains on at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be checked. Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to on, the light will illuminate for three seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does not turn on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. For more information on this system, refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. If it stays on while the engine is running, there may be a malfunction with the charging system. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. This indicates a problem with the electrical system or a related component.

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

Engine coolant temperature (if equipped): Illuminates when the

engine coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

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WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the

engine is running or hot.

AdvanceTrac威/traction control:

Illuminates when the AdvanceTrac威/traction control is active. If the light remains on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

AdvanceTrac威/traction control off light: Illuminates when

AdvanceTrac威/traction control has been disabled by the driver. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

Low fuel: Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty. Refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter.

Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the on position and any door is open.

OFF

Overdrive off (if equipped):

Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has been turned off; refer to the Driving chapter. If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

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. It may also illuminate when the 4WD LOW is engaged. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

O/D

OFF

4x4

LOW

4x4

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Anti-theft system: Flashes when the SecuriLock威 passive anti-theft system has been activated.

Speed control (if equipped):

Illuminates when the speed control is engaged. Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged.

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.

Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off 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 warning chime: Sounds when any door is opened (or not fully closed).

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/h).

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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. Refer to

Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the

engine is running or hot.

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

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Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys. Press the button once until TRIP appears in the display (this represents the trip mode). To reset the trip, press and hold the control again for approximately two seconds, until the trip reading is 0.0 miles (kilometers). To switch between trip and odometer, press and release the control.

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.

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.

Proper gauge indication requires the ignition to be in the off or accessory position during refueling, otherwise correct fuel indication after refueling can be slow to update. Also, a minimum of 3 gallons (11 liters) is needed for correct indication after refueling.

The arrow near the fuel pump icon 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.

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AUDIO SYSTEMS

AM/FM stereo (if equipped)

Entertainment Systems

VOL

PUSH

TONE

CLK

ST DX

TONE VOL

SEEK

TUNE

1 2 3 4 AM/FM

WARNING: 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 or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving and that you comply with all applicable laws.

1. Seek: Press next strong station down/up the

frequency band.

2. Tune: Press change radio frequency down/up.

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/ to manually

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3. AM/FM: Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode.

4. Memory preset buttons: To set a station: Select frequency band

1 2 3 4

AM/FM

AM/FM1/FM2; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns.

5. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase or decrease volume levels.

6. Tone: Press TONE until the desired level — Bass, Treble, Bal appears on the display. Turn the volume control to raise/lower the levels, or to move the audio sound from the right to left.

7. CLK (Clock): To set the hours, press and hold CLK until CLOCK SET appears in the display.

Continue to hold CLK as you press SEEK to decrease

increase

the hours.

To set the minutes, press and hold CLK until CLOCK SET appears in the display. Continue to hold CLK as you press TUNE to decrease

increase

the minutes.

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AM/FM stereo single CD/MP3 satellite compatible system (if equipped)

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle

1. CD eject: Press to eject the CD.

2. CLK (Clock): Press CLK until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is displayed. Press

MENU to adjust the

hours/minutes. Press CLK to display the time when the ignition is off.

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3. MUTE: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media.

4. MENU: Press MENU repeatedly to scroll through the following

modes and use make an adjustment in those modes.

SATELLITE RADIO MENU (if equipped): Press MENU repeatedly

when satellite radio mode is active until SAT MENU is displayed. Press

SEEK MENU to cycle through the following options:

• CATEGORY: Press SEEK Press channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.) Press SEEK or preset

#6 when the desired category appears in the display. After a category is selected, press SEEK to search for that specific category of channels only (i.e. ROCK). You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS威 categories and channels.

• SAVE SONG: Press SEEK playing song title in the system’s memory. (If you try to save something other than a song, CANT SAVE will appear in the display.) When the chosen song is playing on any satellite radio channel, the system will alert you with an audible prompt. Press SEEK preset #6 while SONG ALERT is in the display and the system will take you to the channel playing the desired song. You can save up to 20 song titles. If you attempt to save a song when the system is full, the display will read REPLACE SONG? Press SEEK

to access the saved songs and press the saved songs. When the song appears in the display that you would

like to replace, press SEEK appear in the display.

• DELETE SONG: Press SEEK from the system’s memory. Press

saved songs. When the song title appears in the display that you

or preset #6 to enter into the satellite radio menu. Press

MENU to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS威

MENU to

or preset #6 to enter category mode.

or preset #6 to save the currently

or preset #6

MENU to cycle through

or preset #6. SONG REPLACED will

or preset #6 to delete a song title

MENU to cycle through the

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would like to delete, press SEEK or preset #6. The song will appear in the display for confirmation. Press SEEK

again and the display will read SONG DELETED. If you do not want to delete the currently listed song, press either RETURN or CANCEL.

Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS.

• DELETE ALL SONGS: Press SEEK song titles from the system’s memory. The display will read ARE YOU SURE ? Press SEEK songs and the display will read ALL DELETED.

Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS.

• ENABLE ALERTS / DISABLE ALERTS: Press SEEK #6 to enable/disable the satellite alert status which alerts you when

your selected songs are playing on a satellite radio channel. (The system default is disabled.) SONG ALERTS ENABLED/DISABLED will appear in the display. The menu listing will display the opposite state. For example, if you have chosen to enable the song alerts, the menu listing will read DISABLE as the alerts are currently on, so your other optionistoturnthemoff.

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

Autoset: Press for AM/FM1/FM2 without losing your original manually set preset

stations. 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 set the strongest local radio stations

MENU to decrease/increase the bass setting.

or preset #6 to confirm deletion of all saved

MENU to select

or preset #6 to delete all

or preset #6

or preset

Treble: Press MENU to decrease/increase the treble setting.

Balance: Press

right speakers.

Fade: Press rear speakers.

Next/previous directory: In MP3 mode, press the previous/next directory.

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MENU to adjust the audio between the left and

MENU to adjust the audio between the front and

MENU to go to

Entertainment Systems

Flat file/directory mode: In MP3 mode, use MENU to select flat file mode or directory mode.

Normal / Track title / File name: Use

/ to scroll through MP3

display options (track #, normal music name or file name).

5. TUNE: Press to manually go down/up (

/ ) the radio

frequency and also to select various settings in menu mode.

6. SHUFF (Shuffle): Press to play the current CD/MP3 tracks in random order. In MP3 directory mode, press to play the tracks within the current directory in random order.

7. REPEAT: Press to repeat the current CD/MP3 track. The selection will repeat continuously until deactivated. Press REPEAT again to deactivate.

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

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

REW

10. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. To recall a previously set station, press the desired memory preset button briefly. You can save up to 18 stations, six in AM, six in FM1 and FM2.

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威 subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

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11. SEEK/TRACK: Press to access

the previous/next ( station. In CD/MP3 mode, press to

advance to the previous/next

/ ) track.

(

/ ) strong

Entertainment Systems

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press to the previous/next channel. In CATEGORY MODE, press

that category. Press and hold previous /next channels. In TEXT MODE, press display text.

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

12. TEXT/SCAN: In radio and CD

mode, press for a brief sampling of

radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop.

In MP3 mode, press and release to view the next 12 characters in the MP3 music name/file name of the current MP3 track and directory. Press and hold to hear a brief sampling of MP3 tracks. In MP3 directory mode, press and hold to hear a brief sampling of all tracks in the current directory. Press and hold again to stop.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and release to view the Satellite text message. Press and hold to hear a brief sampling of the next channels. Press and hold again to stop

13. AM/FM: Press to select

AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.

SEEK to select a channel within

SEEK to fast seek through the

SEEK to view the previous/additional

SEEK to seek

14. AUX: Press repeatedly to scroll

through SAT1, SAT2, SAT3 (Satellite Radio modes, if equipped) and LINE IN (Auxiliary audio mode, if equipped). For further information on Auxiliary audio mode, refer to Auxiliary

input jack later in this chapter. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS威 subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

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15. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn on/off. Turn to increase/decrease volume. 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 is already present in the system, the disc will begin to play.

17. CD slot: Insert a CD label side up.

Auxiliary input jack (Line in)-(if equipped)

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle

Your vehicle may be equipped with an auxiliary input jack (AIJ). The auxiliary input jack provides a way to connect your portable music player to the in-vehicle audio system. This allows the audio from a portable music player to be played through the vehicle speakers with high fidelity. To achieve optimal performance, please observe the following instructions when attaching your portable music device to the audio system.

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Required equipment:

1. Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones

2. An audio extension cable with stereo male 1/8 in. (3.5 mm) connectors at each end

To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack:

1. Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off.

2. Ensure that the battery in your portable music player is new or fully charged and that the device is turned off.

3. Attach one end of the audio extension cable to the headphone output of your player and the other end of the audio extension cable to the AIJ in your vehicle.

4. Turn the radio on, using either a tuned FM station or a CD loaded into the system. Adjust the volume to a comfortable listening level.

5. Turn the portable music player on and adjust the volume to 1/2 the volume.

6. Press AUX on the vehicle radio repeatedly until LINE IN appears in the display. You should hear audio from your portable music player although it may be low.

7. Adjust the sound on your portable music player until it reaches the level of the FM station or CD by switching back and forth between the AUX and FM or CD controls.

Troubleshooting:

1. Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output. Line level outputs are intended for connection to a home stereo and are not compatible with the AIJ. The AIJ will only work correctly with devices that have a headphone output with a volume control.

2. Do not set the portable music player’s volume level higher than is necessary to match the volume of the CD or FM radio in your audio system as this will cause distortion and will reduce sound quality. Many portable music players have different output levels, so not all players should be set at the same levels. Some players will sound best at full volume and others will need to be set at a lower volume.

3. If the music sounds distorted at lower listening levels, turn the portable music player volume down. If the problems persists, replace or recharge the batteries in the portable music player.

4. The portable music player must be controlled in the same manner when it is used with headphones as the AIJ does not provide control (play, pause, etc.) over the attached portable music player.

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5. For safety reasons, connecting or adjusting the settings on your portable music player should not be attempted while the vehicle is moving. Also, the portable music player should be stored in a secure location, such as the center console or the glove box, when the vehicle is in motion. The audio extension cable must be long enough to allow the portable music player to be safely stored while the vehicle is in motion.

GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION

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 affect 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.

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• Wipe discs from the center out.

Don’t:

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

• Clean using a circular motion.

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.

Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached.

CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player as 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 authorized dealer for further information.

Audio system warranty and service

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

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Operating your audio system with MP3-formatted discs

Your MP3 system recognizes MP3 discs upon insertion and provides you with two ways to listen to these discs:

• Flat file mode– This mode ignores any folders on the discs and plays all MP3 files found in any folder on the disc exactly as if there were no folders on the disc.

When in flat file mode press track.

• Directory mode– This mode finds all of the folders on the disc and then allows you to pick any folder on the disc and play only the MP3 files in that folder.

When in directory mode press MP3 file in the current folder only.

To change directories (folders), press MENU and then press to select the desired directory (folder).

Changing between flat file mode and directory mode

Your radio MP3 system will default to directory mode when an MP3 disc is first inserted. When the MP3 system is in directory mode, the DIR icon will be illuminated on the radio display.

• To change from directory mode to flat file mode while playing an MP3 CD: Press MENU until the radio display reads Directory. Then press system is now in flat file mode.

• To change from flat file mode to directory mode while playing an MP3 CD: Press MENU until the radio display reads Flat File. Then press system is now in directory mode.

MP3 track and folder structure

Your MP3 system recognizes MP3 individual tracks and folder structure as follows:

• There are two different modes for MP3 disc playback: MP3 directory mode (system default) and MP3 flat file mode. For more information on directory and flat file mode, refer to Sample MP3 structure following.

. The display will change from DIR to Flat File. The MP3

. The display will change from Flat File to DIR. The MP3

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