Ford Escape 2008 Owners Guide

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Instrument Cluster 12

Warning lights and chimes 12
Gauges 17

Entertainment Systems 20

Auxiliary input jack 27
Satellite radio information 30
Navigation system 33

Climate Controls 34

Manual heating and air conditioning 34
Dual automatic temperature control 37
Rear window defroster 40

Lights 41

Headlamps 41
Turn signal control 45
Bulb replacement 47

Driver Controls 52

Windshield wiper/washer control 52
Steering wheel adjustment 53
Power windows 56
Mirrors 57
Speed control 61
Moon roof 65
Message center 66

Locks and Security 78

Keys 78
Locks 80
Anti-theft system 91

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Seating and Safety Restraints 95

Seating 95
Safety restraints 103
Airbags 116
Child restraints 131

Tires, Wheels and Loading 143

Tire information 146
Tire inflation 148
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 161
Vehicle loading 166
Trailer towing 172
Recreational towing 177

Driving 178

Starting 178
Brakes 182
Traction Control™/AdvanceTrac威 184
Transmission operation 190

Roadside Emergencies 206

Getting roadside assistance 206
Hazard flasher switch 208
Fuel pump shut-off switch 208
Fuses and relays 209
Changing tires 216
Lug nut torque 226
Jump starting 227
Wrecker towing 232

Customer Assistance 234

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 241
Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 241

Cleaning 242

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Maintenance and Specifications 249

Engine compartment 251
Engine oil 255
Battery 259
Engine coolant 261
Fuel information 267
Air filter(s) 280
Part numbers 282
Maintenance product specifications and capacities 283
Engine data 286

Accessories 289

Index 291

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CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and

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

PERCHLORATE MATERIAL

Certain components of this vehicle such as air bag modules, seat belt
pretensioners, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material
– Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal.
See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

CONGRATULATIONS

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

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

• In the United States: www.ford.com

• In Canada: www.ford.ca

• In Australia: www.ford.com.au

• In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx

Additional owner information is given in separate publications.

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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.

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.

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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 500 miles (800 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.

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.

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Special instructions

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

Please read the section Airbag supplemental restraint system

(SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to
follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal
injury.

Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should

NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag.

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.

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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.

Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles

Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than

other types of vehicles.

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

Using your vehicle with a snowplow

Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing.

Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package.

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.

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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.

Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control,

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

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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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

Emission System 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

Standard instrument cluster

Optional instrument cluster

Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may
become serious enough to cause extensive 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
bulbs work. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the
respective system warning light for additional information.

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Check engine: The Check Engine
indicator light illuminates when the
ignition is first turned to the RUN
position to check the bulb and to
indicate whether the vehicle is ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M)
testing. Normally, the ⬙Check Engine⬙ light will stay on until the engine is
cranked, then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present. However, if
after 15 seconds the ⬙Check Engine⬙ 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.

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.

Check fuel cap: Illuminates when
the fuel cap may not be properly
installed. Continued driving with
this light on may cause the Check
engine 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 RUN
position when the engine is not running, or in a position between RUN
and START, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned
to the RUN position. If the brake system warning light does not
illuminate at this time, seek service immediately from your authorized
dealer. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake

BRAKE

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fluid level or a brake system malfunction and the brake system should be
inspected immediately by your authorized dealer.

Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is

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

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 ignition is turned
to RUN, continues to flash or
remains on, have the system
serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. A chime will also sound
when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been
detected.

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

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

ABS

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

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Traction Control娂: Illuminates
when the Traction Control娂 is
active. If the light remains on, have
the system serviced immediately,
refer to the Driving chapter for
more information.

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 Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires in the Tires, Wheels and
Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to RUN, 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

Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System in the Tires,
Wheels and Loading chapter.

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

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

O/D off: Illuminates when the
overdrive function of the
transmission has been turned OFF.
Refer to the Driving chapter for
transmission function and operation. If the light flashes steadily, have the
transmission serviced immediately or damage to the transmission could
occur.

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

O/D

OFF

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Throttle control/Powertrain:

Illuminates when a powertrain fault
has been detected. Contact your
authorized dealer as soon as
possible.

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

Turn signal: Illuminates when the
left or right turn signal or the
hazard lights are turned on. If the
indicators 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/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 chime: Sounds when the parking brake is left ON
and the vehicle is driven. If the warning stays on after the park brake is
off, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Message center activation chime (if equipped): Sounds when a
warning message (except PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED while parked)
appears in the message center display for the first time.

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Standard instrument cluster gauges

Optional instrument cluster gauges

Instrument Cluster

Speedometer: Indicates the
current vehicle speed.

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Engine coolant temperature
gauge: Indicates engine coolant

temperature. At normal operating
temperature, the needle will be in
the normal range (between “H” and
“C”). If it enters the red section,

the engine is overheating. Stop
the vehicle as soon as safely
possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is

running or hot.

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.

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.

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

If equipped with a message center,
refer to Message Center in the
Driver Controls chapter on how to
switch the display from Metric to English.

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

• Standard instrument cluster:

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

• Optional instrument cluster:

Press and release the message
center INFO button until TRIP A
mode appears in the display. Press
the control again to select the TRIP
B feature. Press and hold the
RESET button to reset.

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AUDIO SYSTEMS

AM/FM/single CD/in-dash CD6/MP3 satellite compatible sound system

Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With
this feature, the window switches, radio and moon roof (if equipped)
may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition is turned off or until
either front door is opened.

Note: Your vehicle is equipped with
a unique audio system. If your
display shows six small circles in the
display, your audio system is a CD6
system. If not, your system is a
Single CD system.

1. EJECT: For a single CD
system, press EJECT to eject the
CD.
For a CD6 system, press EJECT and select the desired CD slot by
pressing the corresponding memory preset #. The display will read
EJECTING #. When the system has ejected the CD, the display will read

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REMOVE CD #. Remove the CD. If you do not remove the CD the
system will reload the disc.
To auto eject all loaded discs, press and hold EJECT. The system will
eject all discs and prompt you when to remove them.

2. MEMORY PRESETS:In radio
mode, to set a station, select the
desired frequency band, AM, FM1 or
FM2. Tune to the desired station.
Press and hold a preset button until
sound returns and PRESET # SAVED appears in the display. You can
save up to 30 stations, 10 in AM, 10 in FM1 and FM2.

In CD/MP3 mode, press to select tracks or desired folders.
In satellite radio mode (if equipped), there are 30 available presets,

10 each for SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3. To save satellite channels in your
memory presets, tune to the desired channel then press and hold a
preset control until sound returns.

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

3. CLOCK: To set the time, press
CLOCK. The display will read SET
TIME. Use the memory preset #s to
enter in the desired time, hours and minutes. The clock will then begin
from that time.

4. SOUND: Press repeatedly to
cycle through the following features:

BASS: Press SOUND repeatedly to reach the bass setting. Press

SEEK/TRACK to adjust the level of bass.

TREBLE: Press SOUND repeatedly to reach the treble setting. Press

SEEK/TRACK to adjust the level of treble.

BALANCE: Press SOUND repeatedly to reach the balance setting.
Press
right (R) speakers.

FADE: Press SOUND repeatedly to reach the bass setting. Press

front (F) speakers.

SEEK/TRACK to adjust the audio between the left (L) and

SEEK/TRACK to adjust the audio between the back (B) and

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SPEED COMPENSATED VOLUME (if equipped): Press SOUND
repeatedly to reach the SPEED COMPENSATED VOLUME setting. Radio
volume automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to

compensate for road and wind noise. Use
adjust.

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

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

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

ALL SEATS (Occupancy mode, if equipped): Press SOUND
repeatedly to reach the Occupancy mode setting. Press

SEEK/TRACK to select and optimize sound for ALL SEATS,

DRIVERS SEAT or REAR SEATS.

5. TUNE: In radio mode, turn
right / left to go up / down the
frequency band in individual
increments.

In satellite radio mode
(if equipped), turn right / left to

go to the next / previous available
SIRIUS satellite station.

6. MENU: Press repeatedly to
access the following features:

SEEK/TRACK to

AUTO PRESET ON/OFF: Press
between ON/OFF. Autoset allows you to set the strongest local radio

stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for
AM/FM1/FM2. To activate the autoset feature, toggle AUTOSET to ON,
and either wait five seconds for the search to initiate or press OK to
immediately initiate the search. (If you press another control within
those five seconds, the search will not initiate. ) The 10 strongest
stations will be filled and the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing.
If there are less than 10 strong stations, the system will store the last
one in the remaining presets.

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RDS ON/OFF: Available only in FM mode. This feature allows you to
search RDS-equipped stations for a certain category of music format:
CLASSIC, COUNTRY, JAZZ/RB, ROCK, etc.
To activate, press MENU repeatedly until RDS (ON/OFF) appears in

the display. Use
RDS is OFF, you will not be able to search for RDS equipped stations or

view the station name or type.

To change categories: Press MENU until RDS ON appears in the
display. Press CAT. Press

the display. Then press
playing that category of music or SCAN for a brief sampling of all

stations playing that category of music.

COMPRESSION: Available only in CD/MP3 mode. Press MENU until
COMPRESSION ON/OFF appears in the display. Use

SEEK/TRACK to toggle ON/OFF. When COMPRESSION is ON,

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

7. TEXT: In MP3 mode, press
TEXT repeatedly to view Album
(AL), Folder (FL), Song (SO) and
Artist (AR) in the display, if available.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and release to display
the artist and song title. While in TEXT MODE, press again to scroll
through the Artist (AR), Song (SO), Channel (CH) and Category (CA).

In TEXT MODE, sometimes the display requires additional text to be
displayed. When the</>indicatorisactive,press TEXT and then

press

8. AUX: Press AUX to access LINE
(auxiliary audio mode).
For location and further information
on auxiliary audio mode, refer to Auxiliary input jack later in this
chapter.

9. SAT (Satellite Radio, if equipped): Press SAT to access satellite
radio mode, if equipped. Press repeatedly to cycle through SAT1, SAT2
and SAT3 modes.

SEEK/TRACK to view the additional display text.

SEEK/TRACK to toggle RDS ON/OFF. When

/ until the desired category appears in

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10. CD: Press to enter CD/MP3
mode. If a disc is already loaded
into the system, CD/MP3 play will
begin where it ended last. If no CD is loaded, NO DISC will appear in the
display.

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

12. SEEK/TRACK: In radio mode,
press
access the previous/next strong

radio station.
In CD/MP3 mode, press

previous/next track.

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

SEEK/TRACK to

SEEK/TRACK to access the

SEEK/TRACK to

SEEK/TRACK to seek to the

SEEK/TRACK to fast seek through the previous/next channels.

In Category mode, press

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

13. CAT (Category) / FOLD
(Folder):
In Category mode, use to select

from various music categories. To change RDS categories, ensure that
RDS is ON in the Menu listing. Press MENU again until RDS ON appears
in the display. Press CAT. PRESS UP OR DOWN TO CHANGE RDS

CATEGORY will appear in the display. Press
scroll through all possible categories. When the desired category appears
in the display, press
playing that selection or press SCAN for a brief sampling of all stations

playing that category of music.

In MP3 mode, press FOLD and then press
previous/next folder.

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SEEK/TRACK to select a category.

SEEK/TRACK to

SEEK/TRACK to find the next station

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In satellite radio mode (if equipped), use to select from various
satellite radio categories. To change categories in satellite radio mode,
press CAT/FOLD. The active category will appear in the display.

Press
through the available categories. Press and hold SCAN for a brief

sampling of all channels in that category or press SEEK to seek to the
next channel in that category.

14. ON/OFF/VOL (Volume): Press
to turn ON/OFF. Turn to
increase/decrease volume.

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

15. SHUFFLE:
In CD and MP3 mode,press
SHUFFLE to engage shuffle mode.
SHUFFLE ON will appear in the display. If you wish to engage shuffle

mode right away, press
Otherwise, random play will begin when the current track is finished

playing. SHUFFLE and the track # will appear in the display.
To disengage, press SHUFFLE again. SHUFFLE OFF will appear in the
display.

For a single CD system, the system will shuffle within the current
disc.

For a CDX6 system, the system will shuffle between all loaded discs.
The disc # will appear in the top left hand corner of the display.

16. SCAN: In radio mode, press
for a brief sampling of all strong
radio stations.
In CD/MP3 mode, press for a brief sampling of all tracks on the current
disc or folder.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press SCAN for a brief
sampling of all available SIRIUS satellite channels. If a specific category
is selected, (Jazz, Rock, News, etc.) press SCAN for a brief sampling of
all available SIRIUS satellite channels within the selected Category.

SEEK/TRACK or turn the TUNE knob left/right to scroll

SEEK/TRACK to begin random play.

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17. DIRECT: Press to access a
desired radio station, track, MP3
folder or SIRIUS satellite channel (if
equipped).
In radio mode, press DIRECT and then press the desired radio
frequency (i.e. 101.1) using the memory presets.
In CD mode, press DIRECT. The display will read DIRECT TRACK
MODE SELECT TRACK. Enter the desired track number using the
numbered controls. The system will then begin playing that track.
In MP3 folder mode, press DIRECT and the number of the desired
folder. The system will advance to that specific folder.
In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press DIRECT then enter the
desired channel (i.e. 002) using the memory presets. If you only enter
one digit, press OK and the system will go to that satellite channel. If
you enter three digits, the system will automatically go to that channel, if
available. You may cancel your entry by pressing DIRECT. If an invalid
station number is entered, INVALID CHANNEL will appear in the display
and the system will continue playing the current station.

18. LOAD: For a single CD
system, this control is not
operational. To load a CD, simply
insert the disc label side up into the CD slot.
For a CD6 system, press LOAD. When the display reads SELECT
SLOT, choose the desired slot number using memory presets 1–6. When
the display reads LOAD CD#, load the desired disc, label side up. If you
do not choose a slot within 5 seconds, the system will choose for you.
Once loaded, the first track will begin to play.
To auto load up to 6 discs, press and hold LOAD until the display
reads AUTOLOAD#. Load the desired disc, label side up. The system will
prompt you to load discs for the remaining available slots. Insert the
discs, one at a time, label side up, when prompted. Once loaded, the disc
in preset #1 will begin to play.

19. CD slot: For a single CD
system, insert a CD/MP3, label side
up.
For a CD6 system, press LOAD and select a CD slot using the memory
presets. When prompted by the system, insert a CD/MP3 label side up.

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Auxiliary input jack

Your vehicle is 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.

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.

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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 way manner
when it is used with headphones as the AIJ does not provide control
(play, pause, etc.) over the attached portable music player.

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

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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.

• 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.

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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 for audio system warranty information. If
service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician.

Satellite radio information (if equipped)

Satellite radio channels: SIRIUS broadcasts a variety of music, news,
sports, weather, traffic and entertainment satellite radio channels. For
more information and a complete list of SIRIUS satellite radio channels,
visit www.sirius.com in the United States, www.sirius-canada.ca in
Canada, or call SIRIUS at 1–888–539–7474.

Satellite radio reception factors: To receive the satellite signal, your
vehicle has been equipped with a satellite radio antenna located on the
roof of your vehicle. The vehicle roof provides the best location for an
unobstructed, open view of the sky, a requirement of a satellite radio
system. Like AM/FM, there are several factors that can affect satellite
radio reception performance:

• Antenna obstructions: For optimal reception performance, keep the
antenna clear of snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and other
material as far away from the antenna as possible.

• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway
overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can
interfere with your reception.

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