Ford Econoline 2008 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Instrument Cluster 12

Warning lights and chimes 12
Gauges 17

Entertainment Systems 20

AM/FM stereo 20
AM/FM stereo with single CD 22
AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 26

Climate Controls 32

Heater only 32
Manual heating and air conditioning 33

Lights 35

Headlamps 35
Turn signal control 40
Bulb replacement 41

Driver Controls 47

Windshield wiper/washer control 47
Steering wheel adjustment 48
Power windows 52
Mirrors 53
Speed control 54

Locks and Security 58

Keys 58
Locks 58
Anti-theft system 66

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Seating and Safety Restraints 70

Seating 70
Safety restraints 77
Airbags 87
Child restraints 97

Tires, Wheels and Loading 113

Tire information 115
Tire inflation 117
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 133
Vehicle loading 145
Trailer towing 151
Recreational towing 161

Driving 162

Starting 162
Brakes 167
Traction Control™ 169
Traction Control™/AdvanceTrac威 170
Transmission operation 176
Reverse sensing system 185

Roadside Emergencies 189

Getting roadside assistance 189
Hazard flasher switch 190
Fuel pump shut-off switch 191
Fuses and relays 192
Changing tires 200
Wheel lug nut torque 209
Jump starting 210
Wrecker towing 216

Customer Assistance 218

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 224
Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 225

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Cleaning 226

Underbody preservation 231

Maintenance and Specifications 233

Engine compartment 235
Engine oil 237
Battery 240
Engine coolant 243
Fuel information 249
Air filter(s) 268
Part numbers 270
Maintenance product specifications and capacities 271
Engine data 274

Accessories 278

Index 280

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Copyright © 2008 Ford Motor Company

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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.

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.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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SPECIAL NOTICES

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

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

Service Data Recording

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

Event Data Recording

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

• how various systems in your vehicle were operating;

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

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

brake pedal;

• how fast the vehicle was traveling; and

• where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.

To access this information, special equipment must be directly connected
to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company 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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Vehicle Modification Data Recording

Some aftermarket products may cause severe engine and/or transmission
damage; refer to the What is not covered section in The new vehicle

limited warranty for your vehicle chapter of your vehicle’s Warranty
Guide for more information. Some vehicles are equipped with

Powertrain Control Systems that can detect and store information about
vehicle modifications that increase horsepower and torque output; this
information cannot be erased and will stay in the system’s memory even
if the modification is removed. When a dealer or repair facility works on
your vehicle, it may be necessary for them to access the information in
the Powertrain Control System. This information will likely identify if any
unauthorized modifications have been made to the system and may be
used to determine if repairs will be covered by warranty.

Special instructions

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

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 diesel-powered vehicles

Read the 6.0 and 6.4 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel
Owner’s Guide Supplement for information regarding correct operation

and maintenance of your Diesel-powered light truck.

Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles

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.

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Using your vehicle as an ambulance

If your light truck is equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation
Package, it may be utilized as an ambulance. Ford urges ambulance
manufacturers to follow the recommendations of the Ford Incomplete

Vehicle Manual, Ford Truck Body Builder’s Layout Book and the
Qualified Vehicle Modifiers (QVM) Guidelines as well as pertinent

supplements. For additional information, please contact the Truck Body
Builders Advisory Service at 1–877–840–4338.

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

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

Using your vehicle as a stationary power source (PTO)

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

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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.

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 that may take their
focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe
operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not
essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so.

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

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

information and warnings.

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

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert

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
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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

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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.

If your vehicle is equipped with a Diesel engine, it has a unique cluster,
refer to Starting the engine in your 6.0 and 6.4 Liter Power Stroke

Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement.
Service engine soon: The Service

engine soon indicator light

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⬙
light 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⬙ light 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 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 by your authorized dealer.

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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.

Electronic throttle control:

Illuminates when the engine has
defaulted to a “limp-home”
operation. Report the fault to a
dealer at the earliest opportunity.

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 warning light to come
on, refer to Fuel filler cap in the
Maintenance and Specification 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, seek service immediately from your authorized dealer. Illumination
after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the
brake system should be inspected immediately by your authorized dealer.

BRAKE

P!

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.
Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer. Driving extended
distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and
the risk of personal injury.

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Anti-lock brake system: If the
ABS light stays illuminated or
continues to flash, a malfunction has
been detected, have the system
serviced immediately by your
authorized dealer. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake
warning light also is illuminated.

Airbag readiness: If this light fails
to illuminate when the ignition is
turned to ON, continues to flash or
remains on, have the system
serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. A chime will also sound
when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been
detected.

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten
your safety belt. A 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.

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:

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.

ABS

WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the

engine is running or hot.

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Low tire pressure warning
(if equipped): 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 3 seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does
not turn on or begins to flash, have the system inspected by your
authorized dealer. For more information on this system, refer to Tire

pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and
Loading chapter.

AdvanceTrac威 (if equipped):

Flashes (two times per second)
when the AdvanceTrac威 with RSC
system is active. If the light remains
on, or ⬙SERVICE RSC NOW⬙ is
displayed in the odometer display
with a chime, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized
dealer. (Flashes one time every two seconds when AdvanceTrac威 with
RSC system has not yet initialized and is not available.) For further
information, refer to AdvanceTrac威 (Electronic stability control) with
Roll stability control™ (RSC) in the Driving chapter.

WARNING: If your vehicle is equipped with the AdvanceTrac威

with RSC system, then it was designed to be operated with RSC.
Driving without a functioning RSC™ system could be dangerous.
Reduce speed and proceed to an authorized dealer to have the system
serviced immediately.

Transmission Tow/Haul Feature:

Illuminates when the Tow/Haul
feature has been activated. Refer to
the Driving chapter for
transmission function and operation. If the light flashes steadily, have the
system serviced immediately, damage to the transmission could occur.

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

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Overdrive off: Illuminates when
the overdrive function of the
transmission has been turned off;
refer to the Driving chapter. If the
light does not illuminate, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage
may occur.

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

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

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

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.

O/D

OFF

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

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

Parking brake on warning chime: Sounds when the parking brake is
set, the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph
(5 km/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.

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 SELECT/RESET control
once to switch from the odometer to
the trip odometer. Press the control
again to select Trip A and Trip B features. To reset the trip, press and
hold the control again until the trip reading is 0.0 miles.

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.

Battery voltage gauge: Indicates
the battery voltage when the
ignition is in the ON position. If the
pointer moves and stays outside the
normal operating range, have the
vehicle’s electrical system checked
by your authorized dealer as soon as
possible.

Engine oil pressure gauge:

Indicates engine oil pressure. The
needle should stay in the normal
operating range (between “L” and
“H”). If the needle falls below the
normal range, stop the vehicle, turn
off the engine and check the engine
oil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle
checked by your authorized dealer.

L

H

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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.

The FUEL icon and arrow indicates
which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located.

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

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AUDIO SYSTEMS

AM/FM stereo (if equipped)

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 that may take their
focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe
operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not
essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so.

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

frequency band.

2. Tune: Press
adjust the radio frequency down/up.

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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.

VOL

PUSH

ON

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

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

TONE

CLK

Continue to hold CLK as you press
SEEK to decrease

or

increase the hours.

To set the minute, 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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Satellite Compatible AM/FM Stereo In-Dash Single CD/MP3 Radio
(if equipped)

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 that may take their
focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe
operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not
essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so.

1. SEEK: Press and release
SEEK
strong station or track.

2. TEXT: The filename (Fi), song
title (So), artist text (Ar) or album
text (AL) may be viewed while
playing an MP3 selection. When MP3 selection text is shown on the
message display, its corresponding text indicator (Fi, So, Ar, or AL) is
shown in the elapsed time display. Press TEXT to scroll through the text
fields. The display will scroll through all of the text in the current field
before changing to the next field. (TEXT must be pressed within
3 seconds of the previous press to proceed to the next/last text display.
The last text field shown on the display will become the new display
message default.

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TEXT is also available when equipped with Satellite radio. Your radio
comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite
reception is available through your dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions
are included with the dealer installed kit.

Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

3. AUX: This function is not
operational.

4. MUTE: Press to MUTE playing
media; press again to return to
playing media.

5. EJ: Press to eject a CD.

6. Bass: Press BASS; then press
SEL
the bass output.

Treble: Press TREB; then press
SEL
the treble output.

7. Select: Use with Bass, Treble,
Balance, Fade and other menu
selections.

/ to decrease/increase

/ to decrease/increase

8. Balance: Press BAL; then press
SEL
left/right speakers.

Fade: Press FADE; then press
SEL
rear/front speakers.

9. Menu: Press MENU and SEL to
access/adjust the following
functions:

Autoset: Press MENU until AUTOSET appears in the display. Press SEL
to toggle ON/OFF. Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations
without losing your original manually set preset stations for
AM/FM1/FM2. When the six strongest stations are filled, the station

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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.

Setting the clock: Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT
MINUTE is displayed. Use SEL to manually increase (

) the hours/minutes. Press MENU again to disengage clock mode.

(

Folder/Track mode: In MP3 mode, press MENU until MODE appears in
the display. Use SEL to toggle between FOLDER (only tracks within
selected folder are accessible) or TRACK (all tracks on disc are
accessible) MODE.

10. REPEAT: Repeats the current
CD/MP3 track when active (ON).
Press to show repeat status. Press
again to toggle status.

11. SHUFFLE: Plays CD/MP3
tracks in random order when active
(ON). Press to show shuffle status.
Press again to toggle status.

12. FOLDER
the next MP3 directory.

: Press to access

) or decrease

13. FOLDER
the previous MP3 directory.

14. FF(Fast forward): In CD/MP3
mode, press until desired selection
is reached.

15. REW(Rewind): In CD/MP3
mode, press until desired selection
is reached.

16. SAT (if equipped): Your radio
comes equipped with Satellite Ready
capability. The kit to enable the
Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed satellite
instructions are included with the dealer installed kit.

Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

17. BAND: Press to toggle between
AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.

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18. Memory presets: To set a
station: Select frequency band; tune
to a station, press and hold a preset
button until sound returns.

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

20. CD: Press to enter CD mode.

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 authorized dealer for further information.

21. COMP(Compression): Brings
soft and loud CD passages together
for a more consistent listening level
when in CD mode. Press COMP to turn the feature ON/OFF.

22. Scan: Press SCAN to hear a
brief sampling of radio stations or
CD/MP3 tracks. Press again to stop.

23. CAT/Tune: Press
manually tune down/up the radio

frequency band.

CAT: CAT is only available when equipped with Satellite Radio. Your
radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable
Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed Satellite
instructions are included with the dealer installed kit.

Check with your authorized dealer for availability.

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For information regarding SIRIUS Satellite Radio, please call toll-free
888-539-SIRIUS (888-539-7474) or visit the SIRIUS website at
www.siriusradio.com

24. CD slot: Insert a CD with the label side up.

Premium Satellite Compatible AM/FM Stereo In-Dash Six CD/MP3
Radio (if equipped)

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 that may take their
focus off the road. The driver’s primary responsibility is the safe
operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not
essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so.

1. SEEK: Press and release
SEEK
strong station or track.

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2. TEXT: The filename (Fi), song
title (So), artist text (Ar) or album
text (AL) may be viewed while
playing an MP3 selection. When MP3 selection text is shown on the
message display, its corresponding text indicator (Fi, So, Ar, or AL) is
shown in the elapsed time display. Press TEXT to scroll through the text
fields. The display will scroll all of the text in the current field before
changing to the next field. (TEXT must be pressed within 3 seconds of
the previous button press to proceed to the next/last text display.)

TEXT is also available when equipped with Satellite radio. Your radio
comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite
reception is available through your dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions
are included with the dealer installed kit. Check with your authorized

dealer for availability.

3. AUX: Press to toggle between the
current playing media and DVD (if
equipped).

4. MUTE: Press to MUTE playing
media; press again to return to
playing media

5. EJ: Press to eject a CD. Press EJ
and a memory preset to eject a
specific disc. Press and hold to eject
all loaded discs.

6. Bass: Press BASS; then press
SEL
the bass output.

Treble: Press TREB; then press
SEL
the treble output.

/ to decrease/increase

/ to decrease/increase

7. Select: Use with Bass, Treble,
Balance, Fade and other menu
functions.

8. Balance: Press BAL; then press
SEL
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Fade: Press FADE; then press
SEL
rear/front speakers.

9. Menu: Press to access the
following functions:

Compression: Brings soft and loud
CD passages together for a more
consistent listening level when in CD mode. Press MENU until
compression status is displayed. Press the SEL control to enable the
compression feature when COMPRESS OFF is displayed. Press the SEL
control again to disable the feature when COMPRESS ON is displayed.

Autoset: Press MENU until AUTOSET appears in the display. Press SEL
to toggle ON/OFF. Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations
without losing your original manually set preset stations for
AM/FM1/FM2. 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.

Setting the clock: Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT
MINUTE is displayed. Use SEL to manually increase (
(

Folder/Track Mode: In MP3 mode, press MENU until MODE appears in
the display. Use SEL to toggle between FOLDER (only tracks within
selected folder are accessible) or TRACK (all tracks on disc are
accessible) MODE.

10. REPEAT: Press to repeat the
current CD/MP3 track. Press again
to disable.

11. SHUFFLE: Press play the
CD/MP3 tracks on the current disc
in random order. Press again to
disable.

12. FOLDER
the next MP3 directory.

/ to shift sound to the

) or decrease

) the hours/minutes. Press MENU again to disengage clock mode.

: Press to access

13. FOLDER
the previous MP3 directory

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14. FF(Fast forward): In CD/MP3
mode, press until desired selection
is reached.

15. REW(Rewind): In CD/MP3
mode, press until desired selection
is reached.

16. SAT (if equipped): Your radio
comes equipped with Satellite Ready
capability. The kit to enable the
Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed satellite
instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Check with your

authorized dealer for availability.

17. BAND: Press to toggle between
AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.

18. Memory presets: To set a
station: Select frequency, tune to a
station, press and hold a preset
button until sound returns.

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

20. Load: Press to load a CD. Press
LOAD and a memory preset to load
to a specific disc slot. Press and
hold to load up to six discs.

21. CD: Press to enter CD mode.

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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 authorized dealer for further information.

22. Scan: Press SCAN to hear a
brief sampling of radio stations or
CD/MP3 tracks. Press again to stop.

23. Disc/Tune: Press
manually tune down/up the radio

frequency band, or to listen to the
previous/next CD.

CAT: CAT is only available when equipped with Satellite Radio. Your
Audiophile radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit
to enable Satellite reception is available through your dealer. Detailed
Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Check

with your authorized dealer for availability.

For information regarding SIRIUS Satellite Radio, please call toll-free
888-539-SIRIUS (888-539-7474) or visit the SIRIUS website at
www.siriusradio.com

24. CD slot: Insert a CD, label side up.

or to

Accessory delay

With accessory delay, the audio system and other electrical features may
be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned off or
until any door is opened.

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

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