Ford Escape Hybrid 2006 Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Instrument Cluster 14

Warning and control lights 14 Gauges 18

Entertainment Systems 20

AM/FM stereo with CD/MP3 20 AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 24 Navigation system 35

Climate Controls 73

Manual heating and air conditioning 73 Rear window defroster 74

Lights 75

Headlamps 75 Turn signal control 80 Bulb replacement 81

Driver Controls 86

Windshield wiper/washer control 86 Steering wheel adjustment 87 Power windows 90 Mirrors 91 Speed control 92 Message center 96

Locks and Security 110

Keys 110 Locks 110 Anti-theft system 118

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Seating and Safety Restraints 122

Seating 122 Safety restraints 130 Airbags 144 Child restraints 159

Tires, Wheels and Loading 171

Tire Information 173 Tire Inflation 175 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 188 Vehicle loading 194 Trailer towing 201 Recreational towing 205

Driving 206

Starting 206 Brakes 209 Transmission operation 213

Roadside Emergencies 225

Getting roadside assistance 225 Hazard flasher switch 226 Fuel pump/High voltage shut-off switches 227 Fuses and relays 228 Changing tires 236 Lug Nut Torque 246 Jump starting 246 Wrecker towing 254

Customer Assistance 256

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 262

Cleaning 263

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Maintenance and Specifications 269

Engine compartment 272 Engine oil 274 Battery 277 Fuel information 285 Air filter(s) 298 Part numbers 300 Refill capacities 302 Lubricant specifications 304

Accessories 311

Scheduled Maintenance Guide 313

Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log 316 Special Operating Conditions and Log 330

Index 335

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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.

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford Escape Hybrid. 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

Additional owner information is given in separate publications. This Owner’s Guide describes every option and model variant available

and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available.

Remember to pass on this Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.

Fuel pump and high voltage battery shut-off switches: In

the event of an accident the fuel pump shut-off switch may automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine and the high voltage shut-off switch cuts off power from the high voltage battery. These switches can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). For information on resetting the fuel pump shut-off switch and the high voltage battery shutoff switch, refer to the Fuel pump/high voltage shut-off switches in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.

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Introduction

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 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 during the first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation, since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage.

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Introduction

NORMAL VEHICLE OPERATION

Your Escape Hybrid has unique qualities which cause it to operate differently than a typical vehicle.

Starting the vehicle

• The engine will start and run when you first turn the ignition key to the start position.

• The engine cannot be started in the N (Neutral) position.

• Depending upon temperature and the high voltage battery’s state of

charge, the engine may shut off shortly after starting the vehicle; this is a normal condition and you do not need to restart the vehicle. The Ready Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will illuminate to indicate the vehicle is running. For more Ready Indicator Light information, refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter.

DRIVING THE VEHICLE

Starting Out:

Under normal operation with the vehicle at operating temperature, the engine will start automatically as you accelerate. Sometimes the engine will start immediately as you begin moving, while other times the vehicle will obtain a speed of up to 25 mph (40 km/h) before the engine starts. You may hear and feel the engine starting as you transition from electrical to hybrid (gas engine on) operation. This is a normal condition.

These are some of the conditions that may cause engine start-up:

• High voltage battery re-charge is required.

• Driver acceleration demands exceed electric motor capability.

• Outside air temperature is overly hot or cold.

• Certain climate system modes of operation.

• If you are starting up hill or accelerating quickly, the engine will start

immediately as operating conditions require additional power.

Note: If the high voltage battery is very cold or very hot, the engine may operate more than under normal conditions, and vehicle performance may be temporarily reduced. This is a normal condition.

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Transmission operation

• Your vehicle does not shift like a conventional vehicle. You may feel transitions between the various operating modes of the hybrid system, but no actual shifting occurs. For more information about transmission operation, refer to Understanding the gearshift positions of the

electronically-controlled Continuously Variable Transaxle (eCVT) in the Driving chapter.

Stopping the vehicle

• The vehicle’s engine may shut off as you come to a stop; this is a normal condition and helps to conserve fuel. You do not need to restart the vehicle.

Neutral operation

• The vehicle does not charge the high voltage battery in the N (Neutral) position. Do not idle the vehicle in N (Neutral) for extended periods as this will discharge the high voltage battery.

Low gear operation

• In L (Low) gear, you may feel an increased sensation of engine braking as you remove your foot from the accelerator. L (Low) gear can be helpful when driving down an incline; unlike in a conventional vehicle, L (Low) does not offer an advantage over D (Drive) in uphill or off-road driving conditions.

Reverse operation

• Vehicle speed is limited to 22 mph (35 km/h) while operating in R (Reverse) gear.

ESCAPE HYBRID UNIQUE OPERATING CHARACTERISTICS

• You may hear some unique sounds from a hybrid vehicle. The Escape Hybrid is equipped with a high voltage battery air conditioning system in the rear of the vehicle which cools the high voltage battery in order to ensure high voltage battery life and optimize performance. You may hear a slight clunk or tap noise as the vent door operates, as well as a fan noise in the rear of the vehicle; this noise is the high voltage battery cooling fan. The high voltage battery cooling may also continue to operate for short durations after the vehicle has been turned off. These vehicle conditions and noises are normal and do not require service.

• You may hear a pumping sound when you enter the vehicle or a venting sound a few minutes after parking the vehicle. This is due to charging and discharging of the hydraulic portion of the regenerative braking system.

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• You may hear a slight whine or whistle when operating your vehicle. This noise could occur at idle, and during cruising and accelerating; it is caused by the normal operation of electrical generator in the hybrid system.

• The Escape Hybrid’s hydraulic brake system used for regenerative braking is different from other vehicles. The noise from the ABS pump motor and the brake pedal pulsation are much less than on vehicles with conventional ABS. Noise and pedal pulsation during ABS may not be noticed. For more information about braking, refer to Braking in the Driving chapter.

• The engine speed in an Escape Hybrid is not directly tied to the vehicle speed. Under certain conditions, the engine speed may appear much higher than that of a conventional automobile. This is a normal condition and is caused by engine speed optimization to maximize fuel economy.

• During certain events (such as vehicle servicing) your low voltage (underhood) battery may become disconnected or disabled. When this occurs, and after reconnecting the low voltage (underhood) battery and driving the vehicle, the engine may continue to operate for 3-5 seconds after the key is turned to the 1 (LOCK) position. This is a normal condition, as the vehicle’s computers are relearning the operating characteristics of your particular engine in order to operate it at maximum efficiency.

• The high voltage battery may go through a self-reconditioning process from time to time; these events optimize high voltage battery performance. You may notice slight changes to driveability during the reconditioning process. This is a normal condition.

• If the vehicle is left inoperative for over 31 days, it may be necessary to jumpstart the vehicle. For more information, refer to Jump starting your vehicle (Low voltage [underhood] battery only) in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.

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DRIVING TO OPTIMIZE FUEL ECONOMY

Fuel economy can be significantly impacted by your driving habits and accessory usage. To optimize the fuel economy in your vehicle, please be aware of the following vehicle functions which affect fuel economy:

A/C operation

• With the climate control system set to MAX A/C, defrost, or defrost/floor mode (the orange graphics on your climate control), the engine will typically run continuously, reducing fuel economy. Setting

the climate control system to A/C mode or A/C reduces fuel economy, but in this case the A/C only operates when the engine is already running due to other demands. Because the engine does not run continuously, A/C and A/C efficient than MAX A/C mode.

Driver habits

• In general, better fuel economy is achieved during moderate acceleration and deceleration as opposed to aggressive acceleration and deceleration. This is true regardless of the mode in which you’re operating your vehicle.

• To maximize fuel economy, try to extend the length of time the vehicle operates in electric mode by accelerating lightly. The more you keep the vehicle in electric mode, the better fuel economy you will achieve.

• For more information on improving the fuel economy of your Escape Hybrid, refer to Essentials of good fuel economy in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

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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 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.

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Introduction

Please read the section Supplemental restraint system (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to follow

the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury.

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

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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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.

Be sure to read Driving off road in the Driving chapter.

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.

Cell phone use

The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However, drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when using such equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits.

Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, in-vehicle communications systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios.

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

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

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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

Child Seat Installation Warning

Child Seat Tether Anchor

Anti-Lock Brake System

Powertrain Malfunction Speed Control

Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment

See Owner’s Guide

Child Seat Lower Anchor

Brake System

Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based

Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe

Windshield Defrost/Demist

Rear Window Defrost/Demist

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Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Introduction

Power Windows Front/Rear

Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock

Power Window Lockout

Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol

Panic Alarm Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Engine Coolant Temperature

Do Not Open When Hot Battery

Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks

Battery Acid

Explosive Gas Fan Warning

Power Steering Fluid

Maintain Correct Fluid Level

Emission System Engine Air Filter

MAX

MIN

Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Check Fuel Cap

Jack

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

Note: A message may be displayed in the message center in conjunction with an illuminated warning light, refer to Message Center in the Driver Controls chapter for more information.

Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator light

illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the RUN position to check the bulb. 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.

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Service soon: The Service soon indicator illuminates when the vehicle has detected a malfunction. Report the fault to a dealer at the earliest opportunity.

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 fluid level 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.

Anti-lock brake system (ABS): If the lamp stays on for more than a few seconds, then an ABS fault is indicated, 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 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.

BRAKE

ABS

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Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. If this light continues to flash the chime will sound again to remind you to fasten your safety belt.

Master vehicle electrical hazard warning lamp: Indicates Hybrid

component fault/failure that will cause the vehicle to shutdown or fail to start.

Note: If the vehicle is still running, the vehicle may soon shutdown without further warning and should be stopped safely.

If this lamp is lit, stop the vehicle, shift to P (Park), turn the key to the Off position, and attempt to restart the vehicle. If the fault remains, the vehicle may require refueling, jump starting, resetting of the shut-off switches, or service. For information regarding Low voltage

[underhood] battery only) and Fuel pump/High voltage shut-off switches please refer to the Roadside Emergencies chapter.

Charging system: Illuminates when the 12V charging system is not working properly.

Ready indicator light: Illuminates once the vehicle has successfully started. Indicates the vehicle is ready to drive even when you don’t hear the engine running.

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

Engine or motor electronic coolant temperature: Illuminates

when the coolant temperature exceeds the threshold. When the light is flashing or remains on, stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. Refer to

Engine or motor electronic coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

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Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is

running or hot.

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 3 seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does not turn ON, 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.

ABS active/Traction control娂 active (if equipped): Flashes

when the ABS system is active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

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

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/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.

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Turn signal chime (if equipped): Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn and not turned off after the vehicle is driven more than 2 miles (3.3 km).

Transmission not in park chime: Sounds when the PRNDL is not in P (Park) position, the driver’s door is ajar and the ignition is ON.

HEV Engine off Reminder Chime: Sounds for 10 seconds when the PRNDL is in the P (Park) position and the Driver’s door is ajar (open) while ignition is ON. Always turn your ignition key to Off and remove key before leaving your vehicle. (The engine may be off when the vehicle is stopped, yet the key is on, and the engine can turn on at any time)

Message center activation chime: Sounds when a warning message appears in the message center display for the first time.

Message center switch activation chime: Sounds when the message center INFO or SET control is pressed.

GAUGES

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.

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Battery gauge: Provides information about the vehicle’s energy usage.

• ASSIST — Battery provides extra power to boost the vehicle’s acceleration.

• CHARGE — Storing extra energy in the battery when coasting or slowing down.

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

Trip odometer: Registers the miles (or kilometers) of individual journeys. To reset, press and hold the trip reset button for two or more seconds; this returns the trip odometer to zero. Press and release the button to return to the odometer display.

Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale (in the red zone) may damage the engine. The pointer will indicate engine RPMs when the engine is running and point at the EV symbol when the engine is off and the vehicle is running on pure electrical power.

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

Refer to Filling the tank in the

Maintenance and Specifications

chapter for more information.

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Entertainment Systems

AUDIO SYSTEMS

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

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. 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. Dealer installed satellite kit

only available in the continental United States.

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3. AUX: This control 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.

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 AUTOSET, Speed sensitive volume and Setting the clock.

/ to decrease/increase

/ to shift sound to the

Entertainment Systems

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.

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Entertainment Systems

Speed sensitive volume: Press MENU until SPEED VOL X appears in the display. Then press SEL to increase ( volume setting. The level will appear in the display.

Radio volume changes automatically and slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Recommended level is 1–3. Level 0 turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting.

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: Press to repeat the

current CD/MP3 track.

11. SHUFFLE: Press to play the

CD/MP3 tracks on the current disc in random order.

12. FOLDER

the next MP3 directory.

: Press to access

) or decrease ( )the

) 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. Dealer installed

satellite kit only available in the continental United States.

: Press to access

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Entertainment Systems

17. BAND: Press to toggle between

AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.

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

or to

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Entertainment Systems

instructions are included with the dealer installed kit. Dealer installed satellite kit only available in the continental United States.

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)

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Entertainment Systems

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

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 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. Dealer installed satellite kit

only available in the continental United States.

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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. 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.

7. Select: Use with Bass, Treble,

Balance, Fade and other menu functions.

8. Balance: Press BAL; then press

SEL left/right speakers.

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

9. Menu: Press to access the

following features: RDS (if equipped): Press and hold

MENU to access RDS on/off. Use SEL to toggle RDS on/off. Press MENU again to access Traffic mode, Program Type mode or Show Type mode. (MENU must be pressed within 10 seconds to proceed to the next RDS mode).

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) recommend that FM radio broadcasters use RDS technology to transmit information. FM radio

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stations are independently operated and individually elect to use RDS technology to transmit station ID and program type as desired.

Traffic: Allows you to hear traffic broadcasts. With the feature ON, press SEEK or SCAN to find a station broadcasting a traffic report (if it is broadcasting RDS data). Traffic information is not available in most

U.S. markets.

FIND Program type: Allows you to search RDS-equipped stations for a certain category of music format: Classic, Country, Info, Jazz, Oldies, R&B, Religious, Rock, Soft, Top 40. Press and hold MENU until RDS XX is shown in the display. Press MENU until FIND appears in the display. Use SEL to scroll through music types. Press SEEK or SCAN to search for a station playing the requested music category.

Show TYPE: Displays the station’s call letters or music format. Press and hold MENU until RDS XX is shown in the display Press MENU until SHOW appears in the display. Use SEL to select NAME or TYPE.

Occupancy mode: Press MENU until occupancy mode appears in the display. Press SEL to select ALL SEATS, DRIVER SEAT or REAR SEATS occupancy mode.

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

Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume changes automatically and slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Recommended level is 1–3. Level 0 turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting. Press MENU until SPEED VOL X appears in the display. Then press SEL

to increase ( appear in the display.

Setting the clock: Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is displayed. Use SEL to manually increase ( hours/minutes. Press MENU again to disengage clock mode.

) or decrease ( ) the volume setting. The level will

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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 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

13. FOLDER

the previous MP3 directory.

14. FF(Fast forward): In CD mode,

press until desired selection is reached.

15. REW(Rewind): In CD mode,

press until desired selection is reached.

16. SAT (if equipped): Your radio

satellite kit only available in the continental United States.

17. BAND: Press to toggle between

AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.

18. Memory presets: To set a

station: Select frequency band, tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns.

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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.

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.

satellite kit only available in the continental United States.

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.

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AM/FM stereo in-dash six CD modular audio (if equipped)

1. CD: To begin CD play, press

LOAD. When the system is ready to accept a disc, IN will appear on the radio display. You may then insert a CD. The system will load the CD and begin play after a short pause. The disc number and track number will illuminate in the display. If a CD is already loaded into the system, press CD to enter CD mode and select the desired CD to play.

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