FORD Focus SW User Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Instrument Cluster 10

Warning lights and chimes 10
Gauges 14

Entertainment Systems 16

AM/FM stereo with single CD 16
AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 20

Climate Controls 31

Heater only 31
Manual heating and air conditioning 32
Rear window defroster 34

Lights 35

Headlamps 35
Turn signal control 38
Bulb replacement 38

Driver Controls 45

Windshield wiper/washer control 45
Steering wheel adjustment 46
Power windows 48
Mirrors 49
Speed control 50
Remote audio controls 53
Moon roof 53

Locks and Security 59

Keys 59
Locks 59
Anti-theft system 67

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Seating and Safety Restraints 71

Seating 71
Safety restraints 76
Airbags 90
Child restraints 101

Tires, Wheels and Loading 114

Tire information 114
Tire inflation 116
Vehicle loading 129
Trailer towing 134
Recreational towing 137

Driving 138

Starting 138
Brakes 141
Traction Control™ 143
Transmission operation 145

Roadside Emergencies 151

Getting roadside assistance 151
Hazard flasher switch 152
Fuel pump shut-off switch 153
Fuses and relays 153
Changing tires 160
Lug nut torque 165
Jump starting 166
Wrecker towing 171

Customer Assistance 172

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 178
Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 179

Cleaning 180

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Maintenance and Specifications 187

Engine compartment 189
Engine oil 191
Battery 193
Engine coolant 195
Fuel information 201
Air filter(s) 215
Part numbers 216
Maintenance product specifications and capacities 217
Engine data 219

Accessories 222

Index 224

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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.
This Owner’s Guide describes every option and model variant available

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

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

Fuel pump shut-off switch: In the event of an accident the

safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the
engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g.
collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump
shut-off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.

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SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guide

How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? In
this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments
highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be
read and observed.

Warning symbols on your vehicle

When you see this symbol, it is
imperative that you consult the
relevant section of this guide before
touching or attempting adjustment
of any kind.

Protecting the environment

We must all play our part in
protecting the environment. Correct
vehicle usage and the authorized
disposal of waste, cleaning and
lubrication materials are significant
steps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this
guide with the tree symbol.

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

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

Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils during the
first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation, since these additives
may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and
Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage.

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.

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.

Middle East/North Africa 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; therefore, a supplement has been supplied that
complements this book. By referring to the pages in the provided
supplement, you can properly identify those features, recommendations
and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. 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

Child Seat Installation
Warning

Child Seat Tether
Anchor

Anti-Lock Brake System

Powertrain Malfunction Speed Control

Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment

See Owner’s Guide

Child Seat Lower
Anchor

Brake System

Brake Fluid ­Non-Petroleum Based

Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe

Windshield
Defrost/Demist

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Rear Window
Defrost/Demist

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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

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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 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.

Check engine: The Check Engine
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 !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

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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
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 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.

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.

CHECK

FUEL

CAP

P!

BRAKE

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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 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"
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" chime feature.

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

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

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

ABS

Overdrive off (if equipped):

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

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Upshift (if equipped): To
maximize fuel economy, this light
illuminates when the manual
transmission should be shifted to
the next highest gear. Refer to the Driving chapter for more
information.

Traction Control# system
(if equipped): Illuminates when

the Traction Control# is turned
OFF and will flash when active. If
the light remains on, have the
system serviced immediately, refer
to the Driving chapter for more
information.

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

Speed control (if equipped):

Illuminates when the speed control
is activated. Turns off when the
speed control system is deactivated,
refer to the Driver Controls
chapter for more information.

Door ajar: Illuminates when the
ignition is in the ON 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 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.

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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.

Gearshift warning chime (automatic transaxle only): Sounds when
the gearshift lever is not in P (Park) and the driver’s door is opened.

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. 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. If it enters the red section

and the Check Engine indicator light illuminates, refer to How fail safe
cooling works in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is

running or hot.

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

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

Tachometer (if equipped):

Indicates the engine speed in
revolutions per minute. Driving with
your tachometer pointer
continuously at the top of the scale
may damage the engine.

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

Refer to Filling the tank in the

Maintenance and Specifications

chapter for more information.

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AUDIO SYSTEMS

AM/FM stereo with single CD — Premium (if equipped)

AM/FM stereo with single CD/MP3 — Premium (if equipped)

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1. / Tune selector: Press to
manually increase/decrease the

radio frequency.

2. Phone/mute: Press to mute the
playing media. Press again to return
to the playing media.

3. Menu: Press MENU to access the
main menu functions. Use the Tune

selector (
for adjustments.
Track/Folder mode: (Available with the CD/MP3 Premium system

only). This mode is active with MP3 discs in CD mode. In Track Mode,
CD functions use all tracks on the disc. In Folder Mode, CD functions
use the tracks only within the current folder.

Compression: Available only in CD mode. Compression brings soft and
loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level.

Repeat: (Available in menu mode only with the AM/FM single CD/MP3
Premium system). Available only in CD mode. Select to repeat the
current CD track.

Autoset: Sets the strongest radio stations on the radio frequency band
without losing the original manually set preset stations for the current
radio frequency band. With AUTOSET ON, the six strongest stations are
filled in the presets. The tuner will be set to the station stored in preset

1. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last
one in all of the remaining presets. Turning AUTOSET OFF returns the
presets to the original preset stations.

/ ) or SEEK

Bass/Treble: Press the Tune Selector (
increase/decrease the Bass or Treble levels.

Balance: Press the Tune Selector (
the audio between the left and right speakers.

Fade: Press the Tune Selector (
audio between the front and rear speakers.
Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume automatically adjusts according

to vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Press the Tune

/ ) or SEEK to adjust the

/ ) or SEEK to

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selector ( / ) or SEEK to turn off or select rates 1 through

7. Rate 7 compensates the most volume at higher speeds.

Setting the clock: Upon initial battery connect, this function is
displayed first among MENU functions. Once the clock is set, this will be
shown as the last MENU function. Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or

SELECT MINS is displayed. Press the Tune selector (
the hours/minutes.

4. Aux: Press to access the
Auxiliary mode. If no auxiliary
sources are available, NO AUX
RADIO will be displayed.

5. Seek up: Press for the next
strong station or CD track. Press
and hold for continuous seek action.

6. Text: In CD mode, press to
display the track name, artist name
and disc name (if available).

7. Shuffle: Press to play tracks in
random order on the selected CD.
The first press shows shuffle state.
Repeated presses toggle shuffle on/off.

8. FOLDER: Press to access the
next MP3 folder.

/ ) to adjust

Comp (Compression): In CD
mode, brings soft and loud CD
passages together for a more
consistent listening level.

9. FOLDER: Press to access the
previous MP3 folder.

Repeat: Available only in CD mode.
Press to repeat the current CD
track.

10. Fast forward: Press and hold
to manually advance the CD.

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11. Rewind: Press and hold to
manually reverse the CD.

12. Memory presets: To set a
station: Select frequency band
AM/FM1/FM2; tune to a desired
station, press and hold the preset button until the display shows that the
preset is set.

13. Scan: Press for a brief sampling
of all strong radio stations or CD
tracks. Press again to stop scan
function.

14. Seek: Press to access the
previous strong station or track.

15. AM/FM: Press to toggle
between AM/FM1/FM2 frequency
bands or to stop CD play.

16. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn
ON/OFF; turn to increase/decrease
the volume levels. If the volume is
set above a certain level and the
ignition is turned off, for at least a
minute, the volume will come back
on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back
on.

17. CD: Press to enter CD mode. If
a CD is already loaded into the
system, CD play will begin where it
last ended.

18. CD eject: Press to eject a CD. If
CD is not present, the display will
read NO CD.

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

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AM/FM Stereo with In–dash 6CD —Premium /Audiophile
(if equipped)

/ Tune Selector: Press to

1.
manually increase/decrease the

radio frequency when in tuner mode
or to choose a different disc when in
CD mode with multiple discs in the changer.

2. Phone/mute: Press to mute the
playing media. Press again to return
to the playing media.

3. Menu: Press MENU to access the
main menu functions. Use the Tune

Selector (
for adjustments.
RDS (Radio Data System) Available only on Audiophile radios. The

system is equipped with a decoder that receives special signals
transmitted on the FM frequency. The station’s name and information
will show in the display. The system performs a search of RDS-equipped
stations for a certain music format category: Classic, Country, Info,
Jazz/RB, Religious, Rock, Soft, and Top 40. RDS must be activated to
access the FIND and SHOW functions.

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To activate RDS, press and hold MENU until RDS ON or RDS OFF
appears in the display. Press MENU again to continue to FIND and

SHOW functions. Press the Tune Selector (
toggle RDS on/off and to scroll through the FIND and SHOW functions.
Track/Folder mode:Available only on MP3 discs in CD mode. In Track

Mode, CD functions use all tracks on the disc. In Folder Mode, CD
functions use the tracks only within the current folder.

Compression: Available only in CD mode. Compression brings soft and
loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level.

Autoset: Sets the strongest radio stations on the radio frequency band
without losing the original manually set preset stations for the current
radio frequency band. With AUTOSET ON, the six strongest stations are
filled in the presets. The tuner will be set to the station stored in preset

1. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last
one in all of the remaining presets. Turning AUTOSET OFF returns the
presets to the original preset stations.

/ ) or SEEK to

Bass/Treble: Press the Tune Selector (
increase/decrease the Bass or Treble levels.

Balance: Press the Tune Selector (
the audio between the left and right speakers.

Fade: Press the Tune Selector (
audio between the front and rear speakers.
Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume automatically adjusts according

to vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Press the Tune
selector (

7. Rate 7 compensates the most volume at higher speeds.
Setting the clock: Upon initial battery connect, this function is

displayed first among MENU functions. Once the clock is set, this will be
shown as the last MENU function. Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or

SELECT MINS is displayed. Press the Tune selector (
the hours/minutes.

4. Aux: Press to access the
Auxiliary mode. If no auxiliary
sources are available, NO AUX
AUDIO will be displayed.

/ ) or SEEK to turn off or select rates 1 through

/ ) or SEEK to adjust the

/ ) or SEEK to

/ ) or SEEK to adjust

/ ) to adjust

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5. Seek up: Press for next strong
station or CD track. Press and hold
for continuous seek functionality.

6. Text: Press in CD mode to
display track title, artist and album
title. This feature will only function
if the CDs are manufactured with the CD text feature.

7. Shuffle: Press to play tracks in
random order on the selected CD.
The first press shows shuffle state.
Repeated presses toggle shuffle on/off.

8. FOLDER: Press to access the
next folder on MP3 discs, if other
folders are available.

9. FOLDER: Press to access the
previous MP3 folder on MP3 discs, if
other folders are available.

10. Fast forward: Press and hold
to manually advance CD.

11. Rewind: Press and hold to
manually reverse CD.

12. Memory presets: To set a
station: Select frequency band
AM/FM1/FM2; tune to a desired
station, press and hold the preset button until the display shows the
preset is set.

13. Scan: Press for a brief sampling
of the next strong radio stations or
CD tracks. Press again to stop scan
function.

14. Seek down: Press for previous
strong station or CD track. Press
and hold for continuous seek
functionality.

15. AM/FM: Press to toggle
between AM/FM1/FM2 frequency
bands.

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16. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn
ON/OFF; turn to increase/decrease
the volume levels. If the volume is
set above a certain level and the
ignition is turned off, for at least a
minute, the volume will come back
on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back
on.

17. CD: Press to enter CD mode. If
a CD is already loaded into the
changer, CD play will begin where it
last ended.

18. LOAD: Press to load a CD.
When display reads, SELECT SLOT,
select a preset 1–6. Press and hold
LOAD to autoload up to six CDs.

19. CD eject: Press to eject a CD.
When display reads SELECT SLOT,
select a preset 1–6. Press and hold
to auto eject all CDs present in the changer. If CD is not present, the
radio will display NO CD.

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

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Premium/Audiophile AM/FM in-dash six CD/MP3 sound system
(if equipped)

/ (Tune/Disc selector):

1.
In radio mode, press to manually
go up (
radio frequency. Press and hold for

a fast advance through radio frequencies.

In menu mode, use to select various settings.
In CD/MP3 mode, press to select the desired disc.

2. MUTE/
playing media. Press again to return
to the playing media.

3. MENU: Press repeatedly to
access to the following settings:

) or down ( ) the

: Press to mute the

Setting the clock: Press until SELECT HOURS or SELECT MINUTES is
displayed. Press

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AUTOSET: Press MENU until the display reads AUTOSET. Autoset
allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your

original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. Use

SEEK, SEEK to turn 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.

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

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

or view the station name or type.
To search for specific RBDS music categories: When the desired

category appears in the display, press
then press and release

begin the search.
To view the station name or type: When the desired category appears

in the display, press TEXT/SCAN to toggle between displaying the station
type (COUNTRY, ROCK, etc.) or the station name (WYCD, WXYZ, etc.).

/ / SEEK to toggle RBDS ON/OFF. When

/ to find the desired type,

SEEK, SEEK or press and hold SCAN to

/ /

BASS: Press MENU to reach the bass setting. Use
SEEK

TREB (Treble): Press MENU to reach the treble setting.
Use

BAL (Balance): Press MENU to reach the balance setting.
Use
(L) and right (R) speakers.

FADE: Press MENU to reach the fade setting. Use
SEEK to adjust the audio between the back (B) and front (F)

speakers.
ALL SEATS (Occupancy mode) (Available on Audiophile radios only):
Press MENU repeatedly to access. Press
optimize sound for ALL SEATS, DRIVERS SEAT or REAR SEATS.

to adjust.

/ / SEEK, SEEK to adjust.

/ / SEEK, SEEK to adjust the audio between the left

/ / SEEK to

/ / SEEK,

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SPEEDVOL (Speed sensitive volume, if equipped): Press MENU to
reach the SPEEDVOL setting. Radio volume automatically gets louder
with increasing vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise.

Use

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 is1–3; SPEED OFF turns the feature off and level 7
is the maximum setting.

Track/Folder Mode: Available only on MP3 discs in CD mode. In Track
Mode, pressing

In Folder mode, pressing
within the selected folder.
Press
available).

COMPRESS (Compression): Available only in CD/MP3 mode. Press
MENU until COMPRESS ON/OFF appears in the display. Use

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

4. AUX: This control is not
operational.

/ / SEEK, SEEK to adjust.

SEEK will scroll through all tracks on the disc.

SEEK will scroll only through tracks

FOLDER, FOLDER to access the previous/next folder (if

/ /

SEEK, SEEK to toggle ON/OFF. When COMPRESS is ON, the

5. Seek: In radio mode, press
/ to access the previous/next

strong station.

In CD mode, press
access the previous/next CD track.

In TEXT MODE, press
previous/additional display text.

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6. (Play/Pause): Press to

play or pause a playing CD.

7. SHUFFLE: In CD/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 SEEK to
begin random play. Otherwise, random play will begin when the current
track is finished playing. CD SHUF will appear in the display. To disengage,
press SHUFFLE again. SHUFFLE OFF will appear in the display.

Note: In track mode, all tracks on the current disc will shuffle in
random order. In MP3 folder mode, the system will randomly play all
tracks within the current folder.

8. FOLDER

press FOLDER
folder on MP3 discs, if available.

FOLDER: In folder mode,

9.

press
previous folder on MP3 discs, if
available.

10. FF (Fast forward): Press FF

to manually advance in a CD/MP3
track.

11. REW (Rewind): Press REW to

manually reverse in a CD/MP3 track.

: In folder mode,

to access next

FOLDER to access the

12. Memory presets: 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 18 stations,
six in AM, six in FM1 and FM2.

13. TEXT/SCAN: In radio and

CD/MP3 mode, press and hold to
hear a brief sampling of radio
stations or CD tracks.

In CD/MP3 mode, press and release to display track title, artist name,
and disc title and file name (if available).

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14. AM/FM: Press to select

AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.

15. ON/OFF/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.

16. CD: Press to enter CD/MP3

mode. If a CD/MP3 is already loaded
into the system, CD/MP3 play will
begin where it ended last.

17. LOAD: To load a disc into the

system, press LOAD. Select a 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.

Note: An MP3 disc with folders will show F001 (folder #) T001 (track #)
in the display. An MP3 disc without folders will show T001 (track#) in
the display.

18.

from the system, press
the correct slot number using
memory presets 1–6. When ready, the system will eject the disc and the
display will read REMOVE CD. If the disc is not removed in 15 seconds,
the system will reload the disc.
To auto eject up to 6 CDs, press and hold
ejecting all loaded discs. If the discs are not removed, the system will
reload the discs.

(CD eject): To eject a disc

. Select

until the system begins

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19. CD slot: Insert a CD/MP3 label

side up.

GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION

Radio frequencies:

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

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

Radio reception factors:

There are three factors that can affect radio reception:

• Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, the

weaker the signal and the weaker the reception.

• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences,

traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception.

• Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal

may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency
is displayed.

CD/CD player care

Do:

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

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

and wipe from the center out.

Don’t:

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

of time.

• Clean using a circular motion.

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CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in
(12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical
incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact
discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players.
Dirty, warped or damaged CDs, 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.

Audio system warranty and service

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

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Climate Controls

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM
(IF EQUIPPED)

1. Air flow selections: Controls

the direction of the airflow in the
cabin. See the following for a brief
description on each control.

: Distributes air through the

instrument panel vents.

: Distributes air through the
instrument panel vents and the floor
vents.

: Distributes air through the floor vents.

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and floor

vents.

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents.

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

3. Recirculated air: Press to toggle between outside air and
recirculated air. May help reduce undesirable odors from entering the
vehicle. Recirculated air will not function in

between and .

4. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow in
the cabin.

or any position in

Operating tips

• To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place

the air flow selector in the

• To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle during cold or warm

weather, do not drive with the air flow selector set to the O (OFF)
position.

• Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the air

flow to the rear seats.

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

the windshield.

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To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:

1. Select

2. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort.

3. Set the fan speed to the highest setting.

4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents toward the side windows.
To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents

located in the middle of the instrument panel.

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
(IF EQUIPPED)

1. Air flow selections: Controls
the direction of the airflow in the
cabin. See the following for a brief
description on each control.

: Distributes air through the

instrument panel vents.

: Distributes air through the
instrument panel vents and the floor
vents.

: Distributes air through the floor vents.

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster and demister vents

and floor vents.

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster and demister

vents. This mode can be used to clear the windshield of thin ice and fog.

2. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the
cabin. Note: When the fan is turned to the O (OFF) position, the A/C is
also turned off.

3. Rear defroster (if equipped): Refer to Rear window defroster in
this chapter.

.

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

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4. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation
in the vehicle cabin. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time
required to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help
reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle.
Recirculated air will not function in

between

5. A/C: Provides cabin cooling.

6. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow in
the cabin.

Max A/C: For maximum cabin cooling performance, select A/C (5)
and

Operating tips

• To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place

the air flow selector in the

• To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the

fan turned off or with recirculated air engaged.

• Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the

airflow to the back seats.

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

the windshield.

• To improve A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open for

2–3 minutes after starting the vehicle or until the vehicle has been
“aired out.”

To allow side window defogging and demisting while warming up the
vehicle cabin:

1. Select

2. Select A/C.

3. Set the temperature control to maintain comfort.

4. Set the highest fan speed.

5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.
To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents

located in the middle of the instrument panel.

and .

(4).

.

or any position in

position and turn the fan on.

Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these
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REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER

The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel.
Press the rear defroster control to clear the rear window of thin ice and

fog.

• A small LED will illuminate when

the rear defroster is activated.

The ignition must be in the ON
position to operate the rear window defroster.

The defroster turns off automatically after 14 minutes or when the
ignition is turned to the OFF position. To manually turn off the defroster
before 14 minutes have passed, push the control again.

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

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Lights

HEADLAMP CONTROL

Turns the lamps off.

Turns on the parking
lamps, instrument panel lamps,
license plate lamps and tail lamps.

Turns the headlamps on.

Ambient lighting (if equipped)

Illuminates 4 footwells and 3
cupholders with a choice of 7 colors.
The ambient lighting control switch
is located on the center console by
the gearshift lever. To activate, press
and release the control switch to
cycle through the 7 color choices
plus the off state.

The lights come on whenever the headlamps/parklamps are turned on via
the headlamp switch. Note: The ambient lights will stay on as long as
the headlamp switch is ON (same as parklamps), even after the car is
turned off/keys removed.

Foglamp control (if equipped)

The headlamp control also operates
the foglamps. The foglamps can be
turned on when the headlamp

control is in the
position and the high beams are not

turned on.
Pull headlamp control towards you

to turn foglamps on. The foglamp
indicator light

or the

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High beams

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

Flash to pass

Pull toward you slightly to activate
and release to deactivate.

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)

Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output.
To activate:

• the ignition must be in the ON position and

• the headlamp control is in the OFF or parking lamp position.

Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during

inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system
does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not provide
adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your
headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL

Use to adjust the brightness of the
instrument panel during headlight
and parklamp operation.

• Rotate the thumbwheel from left
to right to brighten the
instrument panel.

• Rotate the thumbwheel from right to left to dim the instrument panel.

AIMING THE HEADLAMPS

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

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Vertical aim adjustment

1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface,

approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away.

• (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters)

• (2) Center height of lamp to

ground

• (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters)

• (4) Horizontal reference line

2. Measure the height from the

center of your headlamp to the
ground and mark an 8 foot (2.4
meter) horizontal reference line on
the vertical wall or screen at this
height (a piece of masking tape works well).

3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and

open the hood.

4. On the wall or screen you will

observe an area of high intensity
light. The top of the high intensity
area should touch the horizontal
reference line. If not, the beam will
need to be adjusted.

5. Locate the vertical adjuster on

each headlamp, then use a 7 mm
Allen wrench or a Phillips
screwdriver to adjust the headlamp
up or down.

6. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT

REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE
AND IS NON-ADJUSTABLE.

7. Close the hood and turn off the

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TURN SIGNAL CONTROL

• Push down to activate the left
turn signal.

• Push up to activate the right turn
signal.

INTERIOR LAMPS

Dome lamps

The dome lamp is equipped with a
control switch that will illuminate
when:

• the doors are closed and the
switch is in the on position.

• the switch is in the door activated
position and any door is open.

When the dome lamp switch is in the off position, it will not illuminate
when you open the doors.

Reading lamps (if equipped)

The reading lamps are operated by
separate on/off controls.

Theater dimming: The dome lamp
dims about 20 seconds after the
doors are closed.

BULB REPLACEMENT

Headlamp Condensation

The headlamps are vented to equalize pressure. When moist air enters
the headlamp(s) through the vents, there is a possibility that
condensation can occur. This condensation is normal and will clear
within 45 minutes of headlamp operation.

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Using the right bulbs

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

Function Trade number

Headlamps HB5
Park and turn lamp (front) 3157AK or 3157A
Side marker lamp (front) GE194 or 168 (street

appearance package)

Foglamps (if equipped) H11 or H1 (street

appearance package)
Stop/turn and tail lamps (wagon) 3157K
Stop/turn and tail lamps (sedan) 3157K or 4157K
Stop/turn and tail lamps (3-door/5-door) 3057K or 4057K
Backup lamp (sedan/wagon) 3156K or 3156
Backup lamp (3-door/5-door) 921
License plate lamp C-5W
High-mount brakelamp W5W
Dome lamp (front/rear) 12V10W
Map lamp 12V6W
Luggage compartment 12V10W
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer

Replacing the interior bulbs

Check the operation of all bulbs frequently.

Replacing exterior bulbs

Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.

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Replacing headlamp bulbs

1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position and open the
hood.

2. Pull off the bulb cap.

3. Disconnect electrical connector
from the bulb.

4. Twist off the bulb retainer ring by
turning it counterclockwise.

5. Pull the bulb straight out.
Install in reverse order.

Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of

children’s reach. Grasp the bulb by only its plastic base and do
not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to
break the next time the headlamps are operated.

Note: If the bulb is accidentally touched, it should be cleaned with
rubbing alcohol before being used.

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs

1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position and open the
hood.

2. Remove the bulb socket from the
lamp assembly by turning
counterclockwise.

3. Pull the bulb straight out of the
socket.

Install in reverse order.

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Replacing tail/brake/backup lights and turn signal bulbs (3dr & 5dr)

1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position and then
open the hatchback.

2. From inside the luggage
compartment remove a wing nut (if
equipped) from the lamp assembly.

3. Using a Phillips screwdriver
remove the screw. The lamp is still
retained by a spring loaded clip.
Remove by gently pulling out the
light housing.

4. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise as far as possible and pull it
out.

5. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.

Install in reverse order.

Replacing tail/brake/backup lights and turn signal bulbs (sedan)

1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position and then
open the trunk.

2. From inside the luggage
compartment remove the three wing
nuts from the lamp assembly.

3. Gently pull the lamp assembly
away from the vehicle.

4. Turn the bulb socket
counterclockwise and pull it out.

5. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.

Install in reverse order.

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Replacing tail/brake/backup lights and turn signal bulbs (wagon)

1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position and then
open the hatchback.

2. Using a screwdriver, remove two
screws and gently pull the lamp
assembly away from the vehicle.

3. Remove the socket from the lamp
assembly

4. Pull the bulb straight out of the
socket.

Install in reverse order.

Replacing foglamp bulbs (if equipped)

1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position.

2. Remove the front splash shield
from the bumper.

3. Reach under the front fender, and
remove the bulb socket from the
foglamp by turning
counterclockwise.

4. Disconnect the electrical connector.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.

Replacing side marker bulbs

1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position.

2. Remove the front splash shield
from the bumper.

3. Reach under the side of the
bumper, grasp the bulb socket and
turn it counterclockwise to remove
it.

4. Pull the bulb straight out.
Install in reverse order.

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Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs

Sedan

1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position and open the
luggage compartment.

2. Pull the bulb holder from the
lamp assembly.

3. Pull the bulb straight out.
Install in reverse order.

3dr & 5dr and wagon

1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position.

2. Remove the screws using a Torx
T20 screwdriver and then remove
the plastic cover.

3. Unclip the bulb holder from the
reflector.

4. Pull the bulb straight out.
Install in reverse order.

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs

1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position.

2. Insert a flathead screwdriver in
the recess and pry out the complete
light assembly.

3. Pull the bulb straight out.
Install in reverse order.

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Replacing the luggage compartment lamp

1. Make sure the headlamp control
is in the OFF position.

2. Carefully pry out the light
assembly from the holder with a
flathead screwdriver.

3. Pull the bulb straight out.
Install in reverse order.

Replacing interior lamps

1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position.

2. Switch off the interior lamps.

3. Pry out the light assembly with a
flat screwdriver at the side opposite
the switch.

Install in reverse order.

Replacing reading bulbs

1. Open the reading lamp assembly.

2. Pull the bulb straight out and
replace it.

3. After the bulb has been replaced,
close the lamp assembly.

Install in reverse order.

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Driver Controls

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER

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

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

For normal operation, move control
up two positions.

For high speed operation, move control up three positions.
Mist function: To mist, push and

release the windshield washer
control quickly. The wipers will
cycle two or three times to clear the
windshield.

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

Note: Do not operate the washer when the washer reservoir is empty.
This may cause the washer pump to overheat. Check the washer fluid
level frequently. Do not operate the wipers when the windshield is dry.
This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades and cause the wiper
motor to burn out. Before operating the wiper on a dry windshield,
always use the windshield washer. In freezing weather, be sure the wiper
blades are not frozen to the windshield before operating the wipers.

Rear window wiper/washer

Wiper

Pull the lever towards you for
intermittent wiping.

Washer

Pull the lever further to operate the
washer.

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TILT AND TELESCOPE STEERING COLUMN (IF EQUIPPED)

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

The telescope function is adjusted
by moving the wheel toward the
driver to telescope out and toward
the instrument panel to telescope
in. Always place both hands
opposite each other to adjust.

Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.

OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)

The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according to
your option package.

Storage compartment

Press the latch to open the storage
compartment.

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Installing a garage door opener (if equipped)

The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety of
aftermarket garage door openers:

• Place the VELCRO" hook onto
the side of the aftermarket
transmitter opposite of the
button.

• Place the transmitter into storage
compartment, button down.

• Place the provided height
adaptors onto the back of the
door as needed.

• Close the door.

• Press the depression in the door

to activate the transmitter.

AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)

Power outlet is designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert
any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the
outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power
outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.

The auxiliary power point is located
on the instrument panel.

Do not use the power point for
operating the cigarette lighter
element (if equipped).

To prevent the fuse from being
blown, do not use the power point
over the vehicle capacity of 12
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To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power
point longer than necessary when the engine is not running.

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

Cigar lighter (if equipped)

Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter
socket.

Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating, this will
damage the lighter element and socket. The lighter will be released from
its heating position when it is ready to be used.

Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by your
warranty.

POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED)

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

themselves.

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

the proximity of the window openings.

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

One touch down: Allows the
driver’s window to open fully
without holding the control down.
Press the driver window control completely down then release. Press
again to stop.

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The window lock feature allows only
the driver and front passenger to
operate the power windows.

To lock out all the rear window
controls slide the control to the left.
Slide the control to the right to
restore the window controls.

EXTERIOR MIRRORS

Power side view mirrors (if equipped)

To adjust your mirrors:

1. Rotate the control clockwise to

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

2. Move the control in the direction

you wish to tilt the mirror.

3. Return to the center position to

lock mirrors in place.

Heated mirrors (if equipped)

Both mirrors are heated
automatically to remove ice, mist
and fog when the rear window
defrost is activated.

Do not remove ice from the
mirrors with a scraper or
attempt to readjust the mirror
glass if it is frozen in place.
These actions could cause
damage to the glass and mirrors.

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SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

With speed control set, you can maintain a set speed without keeping
your foot on the accelerator pedal.

Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that
are winding, slippery or unpaved.

Setting speed control

The controls for using your speed
control are located on the steering
wheel for your convenience.

1. Press the ON control and release

it.

2. Accelerate to the desired speed.

3. Press the SET ACCEL control

and release it.

4. Take your foot off the accelerator

pedal.

5. The indicator light on the

instrument cluster will turn on.

Note:

• Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a
steep hill.

• If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, you
may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed.

• If the vehicle speed decreases more than 10 mph (16 km/h) below
your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage.

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Disengaging speed control

To disengage the speed control:

• Depress the brake pedal or

• Depress the clutch pedal (if equipped).

Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed.

Resuming a set speed

Press the RES (resume) control and
release it. This will automatically
return the vehicle to the previously
set speed.

Increasing speed while using speed control

There are two ways to set a higher
speed:

• Press and hold the SET ACCEL
control until you get to the
desired speed, then release the
control. You can also use the SET
ACCEL control to operate the
Tap-Up function. Press and
release this control to increase
the vehicle set speed in small
amounts by 1 mph (1.6 km/h).

• Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When the
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Reducing speed while using speed control

There are two ways to reduce a set
speed:

• Press and hold the COAST
control until you get to the
desired speed, then release the
control. You can also use the
COAST control to operate the
Tap-Down function. Press and
release this control to decrease
the vehicle set speed in small
amounts by 1 mph (1.6 km/h).

• Depress the brake pedal until the
desired vehicle speed is reached,
press the SET ACCEL control.

Turning off speed control

Press the speed control OFF
control.

Note: When you turn off the speed
control or the ignition, your speed
control set speed memory is erased.

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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)

Remote audio steering column controls (if equipped)

The remote audio steering column controls may be used to select radio
or CD mode. The following functions can be carried out using the remote
control.

• Volume: Pull VOL + towards the
steering wheel to increase the
volume.
Pull VOL - towards the steering
wheel to decrease the volume.

• SEEK:

• Move the SEEK control

towards the steering wheel to
advance to the next preset radio
station or the next CD track.

• Move the SEEK control
towards the instrument panel to seek to the next preset radio station
down the frequency band or the previous CD track.

• Move and hold the SEEK control towards the steering wheel to
advance to the next radio station.

• Move and hold the SEEK control towards the instrument panel to
advance to the next radio station down the frequency band.

• MODE: Press to toggle through AM/FM1/FM2/CD modes. Press in all
modes to abort a traffic message during broadcasting.

MOON ROOF (SUNROOF) (IF EQUIPPED)

You can move the glass panel of the moon roof back to open or tilt up to
ventilate the vehicle.

Before operating the moon roof you should verify that it is free
of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in

the proximity of moon roof opening.

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To open the moon roof:

The moon roof is equipped with an
automatic, one-touch, express
opening and closing feature. To stop
motion at any time during the
one-touch operation, press the
control a second time.

• To open the moon roof, press and
release the rear portion of the
moon roof control to open.

To close:

• To close, press and release the front portion of the control.

Bounce back:

When an obstacle has been detected in the moon roof opening as the
moon roof is closing, the moon roof will automatically open and stop at a
prescribed position.

Bounce back override:

To override bounce back, press and hold the front portion of the control.
For example: Bounce back can be used to overcome the resistance of ice
on the moon roof or seals.

To vent:

• To tilt the moon roof into the vent position (when the glass panel is
closed), press and hold the front portion of the control.

• To close the moon roof from the vent position, press and hold the rear
portion of the control until the glass panel stops moving.

Before operating the moonroof you should verify that it is free of
obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the

proximity of moon roof opening.

Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave children
unattended in the vehicle. They may seriously hurt themselves.

Relearning function: In case the moon roof does not close properly
anymore, follow this relearning procedure.

• Tilt the moon roof into the vent position as far as possible. Release the
switch.

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• Press and hold the same switch again for 30 seconds until you see the
moon roof move.

• Release the switch and immediately press and hold it again. The moon
roof will close, open fully and then close again. Do not release the
switch before the moon roof has reached the closed position for the
second time.

Safety mode: If the system detects a malfunction, it enters a safety
mode. The moon roof will move about 0.5 seconds at a time and then
stop again. Press the switch repeatedly until the moon roof is closed.
Have the system checked by your authorized dealer immediately.

REMOTE LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE (IF EQUIPPED)

To open the luggage compartment,
press the control on the instrument
panel located to the left of the
cluster.

The control does not function if the
vehicle is traveling faster then 4
mph (7 km/h).

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT

Do not install additional floor mats on top of the factory installed
floor mats as they may interfere with the accelerator or the

brake pedals.

Position the floor mat so that the
eyelet is over the pointed end of the
retention post and rotate forward to
lock in. Make sure that the mat does
not interfere with the operation of
the accelerator, brake pedal or
clutch pedal (if equipped). To
remove the floor mat, reverse the
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LUGGAGE COVER

Models with rear hatch

Detach the lifting straps on the
liftgate. Release the cover at the
sides and pull it out horizontally
without tilting it.

Install in reverse order. Make sure
the cover is properly aligned when
inserting it.

Wagon

Pull out the roller cover and secure
the retaining points. The cover can
be removed completely by pressing
inward on both ends of the support.

To reduce the risk of injury,

the luggage cover must be
properly attached to the mounting
clips.

Do not place any objects on the cargo area cover. They may

obstruct your vision or strike occupants of the vehicle in the
case of a sudden stop or collision.

The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is

not securely installed.

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LIFTGATE (WAGON ONLY)

You can open and close the liftgate from outside of the vehicle.

• To open the liftgate, unlock the
wagon (with the power door locks
or the remote entry transmitter)
and push the button next to the
license plate.

• To close the liftgate, grab the pull
handle (if equipped) and pull the
liftgate down. If the tailgate
doesn’t close due to a load, do
not use the pull handle to tie the
liftgate down.

• To lock the liftgate, use the power door locks, or the remote entry
transmitter to lock the wagon.

Do not leave the liftgate open while driving. Doing so could cause serious
damage to the liftgate and its components as well as allowing carbon
monoxide to enter the vehicle.

Make sure that the liftgate door is closed to prevent exhaust

fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This will also prevent
passengers and cargo from falling out. If you must drive with the
liftgate door open, keep the vents open so outside air comes into the
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LUGGAGE RACK (IF EQUIPPED)

The maximum recommended load is
220 lbs (100 kg) on the luggage
rack structure. The load must be
placed directly on the dealer
installed cross-bars (if equipped)
and luggage rack. The vehicle’s roof
panel is not designed to carry a
load.

When loading the luggage rack, it is recommended to evenly distribute
the load, as well as maintain a low center of gravity. Ensure that the load
is securely fastened.

Your fuel economy will decrease when you drive with items on the
luggage rack. When the rack is loaded, check the tightness of the rear
adjusting thumbwheel before driving and at each refueling stop.

Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity, may handle

differently than unloaded vehicles. Extra precautions, such as
slower speeds and increased stopping distance, should be taken when
driving a heavily loaded vehicle.

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KEYS

The key operates all locks on your vehicle. You should always carry a
second key with you in a safe place in case you require it in an
emergency.

Your keys are coded to your vehicle; using a non-coded key will not
permit your vehicle to start. If you lose your dealer supplied keys,
replacement keys are available through your authorized dealer.

POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED)

The power door lock controls are
located on the driver and front
passenger door panels.

Pressing the
doors. Pressing the

the doors.
The power door lock controls are

disabled 20 seconds after the
ignition is turned to the 2 (OFF) position.

Autolock (if equipped)

On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, the autolock
feature will lock the vehicle’s doors when:

• all the doors are closed,

• the ignition is in the 3 (ON) or 4 (START) position,

• with the brake pedal depressed, you shift into forward or reverse,

• you release the brake pedal, and

• the vehicle speed is greater than 4 mph (7 km/h).

Relock

The autolock feature repeats when:

• any door is opened then closed while the ignition is in the 3 (ON)
position, and

• with the brake pedal depressed, you shift into forward or reverse,

• you release the brake pedal, and

• the vehicle speed is greater than 4 mph (7 km/h).

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To deactivate/reactivate the autolock feature using the power door
unlock control

You must complete steps 1-7 within 30 seconds or the procedure will
have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, you must
wait 30 seconds.

1. Turn the ignition to the 3 (ON)

position.

2. Press the power door unlock

control three times.

3. Turn the ignition from 3 (ON)

position to the 2 (OFF) position.

4. Press the power door unlock

control three times.

5. Turn the ignition back to 3 (ON) position. The horn will chirp.

6. Press the unlock control, then press the lock control. The horn will

chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice (one short and one long
chirp) if autolock was activated.

7. Turn the ignition to the 2 (OFF) position. The horn will chirp once to

confirm the procedure is complete.

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CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS

• When these locks are set, the
rear doors cannot be opened from
the inside.

• The rear doors can be opened
from the outside when the doors
are unlocked.

The childproof locks are located on
rear edge of each rear door and
must be set separately for each
door. Setting the lock for one door
will not automatically set the lock
for both doors.

• Insert the key and turn to the
lock position (key vertical) to
engage the childproof locks.

• Insert the key and turn to the
unlock position (key horizontal)
to disengage the childproof locks.

INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE

Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartment
release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in
the event they become locked inside the luggage compartment.

Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and
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To open the luggage compartment
door (lid) from within the luggage
compartment, pull the illuminated
“T” shaped handle and push up on
the trunk lid. The handle is
composed of a material that will
glow for hours in darkness following
brief exposure to ambient light.

The “T” shaped handle will be
located either on the luggage
compartment door (lid) or inside
the luggage compartment near the
tail lamps.

Keep vehicle doors and

luggage compartment
locked and keep keys and remote
transmitters out of a child’s reach.
Unsupervised children could lock
themselves in the trunk and risk
injury. Children should be taught
not to play in vehicles.

On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can

rise very quickly. Exposure of people or animals to these high
temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious
heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are
particularly at risk.

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REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of
Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device
must accept any interference received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party
responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to
operate the equipment.

The typical operating range for your remote entry transmitter is
approximately 33 feet (10 meters). A decrease in operating range could
be caused by:

• weather conditions,

• nearby radio towers,

• structures around the vehicle, or

• other vehicles parked next to your vehicle.

Your vehicle may have an all-door remote entry system.

The all-door remote entry system
allows you to:

• lock or unlock all vehicle doors
without a key.

• arm and disarm the anti-theft
system. For more information on
the anti-theft system, refer to

Perimeter alarm system (if
equipped) in this chapter.

• open the luggage compartment
without a key.

• activate the panic alarm.

The remote entry features only operate with the ignition in the 1
(LOCK) or 2 (OFF) position.

If there are problems with the remote entry system, make sure to take
ALL remote entry transmitters with you to the authorized dealer in
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Unlocking the doors

1. Press and release to unlock the driver’s door. Note: The interior

lamps will illuminate.

2. With the all-door remote entry, press

three seconds to unlock all the doors.
The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature. This

feature turns on the interior lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is
turned to the 3 (ON) position. The dome lamp control must be set to the
ON position in order for the illuminated entry feature to operate.

Passive locking (if equipped)

If the vehicle is unlocked using the
the vehicle will automatically be locked again (and also arm the
anti-theft feature, if equipped) provided:

• no vehicle door was opened, or

• the liftgate (if equipped) was not opened, or

• the ignition remained in the 2 (OFF) position for 45 seconds.

Programming unlocking mode (if equipped)

The unlocking mode (if equipped) on the remote entry transmitter can
be programmed. To change the unlocking mode from the single-door
unlocking mode to the central all-door unlocking mode:

• With the vehicle in the 2 (OFF) position, press the
remote entry transmitter simultaneously and hold for 4 seconds. The

park/turn lamps will flash twice to indicate the mode change.

• Press the
and hold for 4 seconds to toggle between unlocking modes.

and on the remote entry transmitter simultaneously

and release again within

on the remote entry transmitter,

and on the

Locking the doors

• Press and release to lock all doors. Note: The park/turn lamps will
flash once. If any door (or the hood in vehicles equipped with
perimeter alarm) is ajar, the lamps will not flash. Once the door that
was ajar is closed, the lamps will flash to indicate that the vehicle is
locked and all doors are closed.

• Press
Note: The horn will honk once if all doors and liftgate (if equipped)
are closed , and honk twice if any door or liftgate is ajar.

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This process will also arm the vehicle’s anti-theft system (if equipped).
For more information on arming the anti-theft system, refer to
Perimeter alarm system (if equipped) in this chapter.

Sounding a panic alarm

Press
ignition to the 3 (ON) position to deactivate.

Note: The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the 1
(LOCK) or 2 (OFF) position.

Opening the luggage compartment

Press once to open the luggage compartment. Note: This feature
will only operate with the ignition in the 1 (LOCK) or the 2 (OFF)
position.

• Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving your
vehicle. Failure to properly latch the trunk may cause objects to fall
out or block the driver’s rear view.

Replacing the battery

The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium
battery CR2032 or equivalent.

To replace the battery:

1. Twist a thin coin between the two

halves of the remote entry
transmitter near the key ring. DO
NOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVER
AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE
FRONT HOUSING OF THE
REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER.

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2. Do not wipe off any grease on the

battery terminals on the back
surface of the circuit board.

3. Remove the old battery. Note: Please refer to local regulations when

disposing of transmitter batteries.

4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the diagram inside the remote entry

transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery. Press the battery
down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity.

5. Snap the two halves back together.

Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter
to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmitter
should operate normally after battery replacement.

Replacing lost remote entry transmitters

If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed
because you lost one, or would like to buy additional remote entry
transmitters, you can either reprogram them yourself, or take all
remote entry transmitters to your authorized dealer for
reprogramming.

How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters

You must have all remote entry transmitters (maximum of four)
available before beginning this procedure.

Note: Ensure the brake pedal is not
depressed during this sequence.

To reprogram the remote entry
transmitters:

1. Close all doors and fasten the driver’s seat belt to ensure conflicting

chimes do not sound during the procedure.

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2. Put the key in the ignition.

3. Turn the key from the 2 (OFF) position to the 3 (ON) position.

4. Cycle four times rapidly (within six seconds) between the 2 (OFF)

and the 3 (ON) position. Note: The fourth turn must end in the 2 (OFF)
position.

5. Within 20 seconds press any button on the remote entry transmitter.

Note: If more than 20 seconds have passed you will need to start the
procedure over again.

6. Repeat Step 5 to program each additional remote entry transmitter.

7. Turn the ignition to the 3 (ON) position after you have finished

programming all remote entry transmitters to exit programming mode.

SECURILOCK$ PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM

SecuriLock# passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization
system. This system is designed to help prevent the engine from being
started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used. The
use of the wrong type of coded key may lead to a “no-start” condition.

Your vehicle comes with two coded keys; additional coded keys may be
purchased from your authorized dealer. The authorized dealer can
program your spare keys to your vehicle or you can program the keys
yourself. Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how to
program the coded key.

Note: The SecuriLock# passive anti-theft system is not compatible with
non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may
result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection.

Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to
purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the same
key chain may cause vehicle starting issues. You need to prevent these
objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine. These
objects will not cause damage to the coded key, but may cause a
momentary issue if they are too close to the key when starting the
engine. If a problem occurs, turn the ignition off, remove all objects on
the key chain away from the coded key and restart the engine.

Anti-theft indicator

The anti-theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster.

• When the ignition is in the 2 (OFF) position, the indicator will flash
once every 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLock# system is
functioning as a theft deterrent. Note: On vehicles equipped with a
manual transmission, the indicator will flash when the ignition is in the
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• When the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position, the indicator will glow for
3 seconds, then turn off, to indicate normal system functionality.

If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock# system, the indicator will flash
rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position. If
this occurs, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer for
service.

Replacement keys

If your keys are lost or stolen and you don’t have an extra coded key,
you will need to have your vehicle towed to an authorized dealer. The
key codes need to be erased from your vehicle and new coded keys will
need to be programmed.

Replacing coded keys can be very costly. Store an extra programmed key
away from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent any
inconveniences. Please visit an authorized dealer to purchase additional
spare or replacement keys.

Programming spare keys

You can program your own coded keys to your vehicle. Please read and
understand the entire procedure before you begin.

Tips:

• A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle.

• Only use SecuriLock# keys.

• You must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys that

already operate your vehicle’s engine) and the new unprogrammed
key(s) readily accessible.

• If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must
take your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare key(s)
programmed.

1. Insert a previously programmed

coded key into the ignition.

2. Turn the ignition from the 2 (OFF) position to the 3 (ON) position.

Keep the ignition in the 3 (ON) position for at least one second, but no
more than 10 seconds.

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3. Turn the ignition to the 2 (OFF) position.

4. Remove the previously programmed coded key from the ignition.

5. Within ten seconds of removing the previously programmed coded key,

insert the other previously programmed coded key into the ignition.

6. Turn the ignition from the 2 (OFF) position to the 3 (ON) position.

Keep the ignition in the 3 (ON) position for at least one second but not
more than 10 seconds.

7. Turn the ignition to the 2 (OFF) position.

8. Remove the previously programmed coded key from the ignition.

9. Within twenty seconds of removing the previously programmed coded

key, insert the unprogrammed key (new/valet key) into the ignition.

10. Turn the ignition from the 2 (OFF) position to the 3 (ON) position.

Keep the ignition in the 3 (ON) position for at least one second, but no
more than 10 seconds.

11. Your new, unprogrammed key is now programmed.

If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle’s
engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and
then go out.

If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start your
vehicle’s engine and the theft indicator light will flash on and off, or stay
on for more than three seconds. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to
your authorized dealer to have the new key(s) programmed.

To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), repeat this procedure
from Step 1 for each additional key.

PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

The perimeter anti-theft system will warn you in the event of an
unauthorized entry to your vehicle.

If there is any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle,
ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are taken to the authorized
dealer to aid in troubleshooting.

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Arming the system

When armed, this system will respond if unauthorized entry is
attempted. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will flash the
park/turn lamps and will sound the horn.

The system is ready to arm whenever the key is removed from the
ignition. Either of the following actions will prearm the alarm system:

• Press the

• Open a door and press the power door lock control to lock all the

doors, and then close the door.

Disarming the system

You can disarm the system by any of the following actions:

• Unlock the doors by pressing the
transmitter.

• Unlock the doors with a key. Turn the key full travel (toward the front
of the vehicle) to ensure the alarm disarms.

Triggering the anti-theft system

The armed system will be triggered if any door, liftgate/trunk or the hood
is opened without using the key or the remote entry transmitter.

control on the remote entry transmitter.

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SEATING

Notes:

Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the
seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the

event of a collision.

Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of
injury in a collision or sudden stop.

Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure

that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback.
After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the
seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may
become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision.

Adjustable head restraints (if equipped)

Your vehicle’s seats may be equipped with head restraints which are
vertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit
head motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your head
restraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your
head or as close to that position as possible. Refer to the following to
raise and lower the head restraints.

Push or pull the head restraint to
raise it to the desired height. To
lower, push the button in the collar
around the stem.

The rear head restraints can be removed altogether if the left-hand
locking button is pressed.

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Adjusting the front manual seat

Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined

too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the
decision of the passenger sensing system, resulting in serious injury or
death in a crash. Always sit upright against your seatback, with your
feet on the floor.

To reduce the risk of possible serious injury: Do not hang objects

off seat back or stow objects in map pocket (if equipped) when
a child is in the front passenger seat. Do not place objects underneath
the front passenger seat or between the seat and the center console (if
equipped). Check the “passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off”
indicator lamp for proper airbag status. Refer to Front passenger
sensing system chapter for additional details. Failure to follow these
instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing
system.

Pull the lever located under the
front edge of the seat to move the
seat forward or backward.

Turn the handle to adjust the height
of the seat.

Note: The seat height adjustment
may create a gap between the
cushion and the seatback.

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Lift the control to adjust the angle
of the seatback.

Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the

seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the
event of a collision.

Heated seats (if equipped)

The heated seats switch is located on the center console.

To operate the heated seats:

• Push control to activate.

• Push again to deactivate.

The heating will operate when the ignition switch is in position 2.

The indicator light on the switch is illuminated when activated. Although
the indicator light is illuminated, the heat is regulated by a thermostat
which causes the heat to activate within a certain range.

The maximum temperature is reached after five or six minutes.

Heating with the engine off will drain the battery.

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Tip/slide front seat (3–door)

Lift the control and fold the
seatback forward.

The seat can be slid forward to
allow easier entry to the rear seats.
Slide the seat back and fold back
the seatback until it locks with a
distinct click. The seatback will
return to its original position. Rock
the seat to ensure that the catch is
securely engaged.

On three door models, front safety
belts should be pulled backwards to
allow easier entry to or exit from
the rear seats.

Do not place objects behind the seat which could prevent the

engagement of the seat lock.

REAR SEATS

Folding rear seat cushion forward

Lift the seat cushion and pull it
forward.

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Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure

that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback.
After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the
seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may
become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision.

Folding the rear seat back forward

3–door/5–door and wagon

Remove the head restraints (if
equipped) of the rear seats and
stow them on the floor behind the
front seats.

Push the unlocking control on the
rear seatback and fold the rear
seatback forward.

Sedan

Remove the head restraints (if
equipped) of the rear seats and
stow them on the floor behind the
front seats.

Pull one or both of the unlocking
controls in the luggage compartment
and fold the rear seatback forward.

Returning the seatback to the upright position

Fold back the seatback until it locks with a distinct “click.” Do not place
any objects behind the seat which could prevent the seat from locking.

When returning the seats back to their original positions, make

sure they are fully locked and that the safety restraints are
positioned in front of the seatback. Reinstall head restraints (if
equipped).

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Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure

that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback.
After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the
seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may
become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision.

Note that the center rear safety belt cannot be pulled out until the
seatback has latched completely.

Folding the seat cushion and seatback forward

Fold the seat cushion forward.
Remove the head restraint(s) (if

equipped) of the rear seat, and fold
the seatback forward.

Stow the head restraint(s) in the
plastic retainers provided in the now
upright underside of the seat
cushion, as shown on the decal.

When returning the seats to their
original positions, make sure the
safety belts will function properly
and are positioned in front of the
seatback and that the head
restraints are properly reinstalled.

SAFETY RESTRAINTS

Personal Safety System$

The Personal Safety System# provides an improved overall level of
frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help
further reduce the risk of airbag-related injuries. The system is able to
analyze different occupant conditions and crash severity before activating
the appropriate safety devices to help better protect a range of
occupants in a variety of frontal crash situations.

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Your vehicle’s Personal Safety System# consists of:

• Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints.

• Front safety belts with pretensioners, energy management retractors,

and safety belt usage sensors.

• Driver’s seat position sensor.

• Front crash severity sensor.

• Front passenger sensing system

• “Passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” indicator lamp

• Restraints Control Module (RCM) with impact and safing sensors.

• Restraint system warning light and back-up tone.

• The electrical wiring for the airbags, crash sensor(s), safety belt

pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position
sensor, and indicator lights.

How does the Personal Safety System$ work?

The Personal Safety System# can adapt the deployment strategy of your
vehicle’s safety devices according to crash severity and conditions. A
collection of crash sensors provides information to the Restraints Control
Module (RCM). During a crash, the RCM activates the safety belt
pretensioners and/or either none, one, or both stages of the dual-stage
airbag supplemental restraints based on crash severity and conditions.

The fact that the pretensioners or airbags did not activate for both front
seat occupants in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with
the system. Rather, it means the Personal Safety System" determined
the accident conditions (crash severity, belt usage, etc.) were not
appropriate to activate these safety devices. Front airbags are designed
to activate only in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollovers,
side-impacts, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient
longitudinal deceleration.

Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints

The dual-stage airbags offer the capability to tailor the level of airbag
inflation energy. A lower, less forceful energy level is provided for more
common, moderate-severity impacts. A higher energy level is used for
the most severe impacts. Refer to Airbag Supplemental Restraints
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Front crash severity sensor

The front crash severity sensor enhances the ability to detect the
severity of an impact. Positioned up front, it provides valuable
information early in the crash event on the severity of the impact. This
allows your Personal Safety System# to distinguish between different
levels of crash severity and modify the deployment strategy of the
dual-stage airbags and safety belt pretensioners.

Driver’s seat position sensor

The driver’s seat position sensor allows your Personal Safety System# to
tailor the deployment level of the driver dual-stage airbag based on seat
position. The system is designed to help protect smaller drivers sitting
close to the driver airbag by providing a lower airbag output level.

Front passenger sensing system

For airbags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and this force
can pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants that are very close to the
airbag when it begins to inflate. For some occupants, like infants in
rear-facing child seats, this occurs because they are initially sitting very
close to the airbag. For other occupants, this occurs when the occupant is
not properly restrained by safety belts or child safety seats and they move
forward during pre-crash braking. The most effective way to reduce the
risk of unnecessary injuries is to make sure all occupants are properly
restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are much safer when
properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front.

Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a

rear-facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must use a
forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back.

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back

seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.

The front passenger sensing system can automatically turn off the
passenger front airbag. The system is designed to help protect small
(child size) occupants from airbag deployments when they are
improperly seated or restrained in the front passenger seat contrary to
proper child-seating or restraint usage recommendations. Even with this
technology, parents are STRONGLY encouraged to always properly
restrain children in the rear seat. The sensor also turns off the airbag
when the passenger seat is empty to prevent unnecessary replacement of
the airbag(s) after a collision.

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When the front passenger seat is occupied and the sensing system has
turned off the passenger’s frontal airbag, the “pass airbag off” indicator
will light and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal
airbag is off. See Front passenger sensing system in the airbags section
of this chapter.

Front safety belt usage sensors

The front safety belt usage sensors detect whether or not the driver and
front outboard passenger safety belts are fastened. This information
allows your Personal Safety System# to tailor the airbag deployment and
safety belt pretensioner activation depending upon safety belt usage.
Refer to Safety Belt section in this chapter.

Front outboard safety belt pretensioners

The safety belt pretensioners at the front outboard seating positions are
designed to tighten the safety belts firmly against the occupant’s body
during frontal collisions, and in side collisions and rollovers when the
vehicle is equipped with the Safety Canopy# system. This helps increase
the effectiveness of the safety belts. In frontal collisions, the safety belt
pretensioners can be activated alone or, if the collision is of sufficient
severity, together with the front airbags.

Front outboard safety belt energy management retractors

The front safety belt energy management retractors allow webbing to be
pulled out of the retractor in a gradual and controlled manner in
response to the occupant’s forward momentum. This helps reduce the
risk of force-related injuries to the occupant’s chest by limiting the load
on the occupant. Refer to Safety Belt section in this chapter.

Determining if the Personal Safety System$ is operational

The Personal Safety System# uses a warning light in the instrument
cluster or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer
to the Warning Light section in the Instrument Cluster chapter.
Routine maintenance of the Personal Safety System# is not required.

The Restraints Control Module (RCM) monitors its own internal circuits
and the circuits for the airbag supplemental restraints, crash sensor(s),
safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt buckle sensors, front passenger
sensing system, and the driver seat position sensor. In addition, the RCM
also monitors the restraints warning light in the instrument cluster. A
difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following.

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• The warning light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is
turned on.

• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat
periodically until the problem and warning light are repaired.

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the Personal
Safety System# serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless
serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a
collision.

Safety belt precautions

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap
belt snug and low across the hips.

To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they
can be properly restrained.

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the
vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from

injury in a collision.

All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always
properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag

supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided.

It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or

outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas
are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to
ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and
safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a
safety belt properly.

In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely

to die than a person wearing a seat belt.

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Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt

assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that
are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on the
outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. 2)
Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder.

3) Never use a single belt for more than one person.

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back

seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.

Combination lap and shoulder belts

1. Insert the belt tongue into the
proper buckle (the buckle closest to
the direction the tongue is coming
from) until you hear a snap and feel
it latch. Make sure the tongue is
securely fastened in the buckle.

2. To unfasten, push the release
button and remove the tongue from
the buckle.

Energy management feature

• This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management
feature at the front outboard seating positions to help further reduce
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• This safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to
pay out webbing in a controlled manner. This feature is designed to
help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant’s chest.

The front outboard and rear safety restraints in the vehicle are
combination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger and rear seat
safety belts have two types of locking modes.

Vehicle sensitive mode

The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode, allowing free
shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in
response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes
suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of
approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, the combination safety belts will
lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers.

Automatic locking mode

When to use the automatic locking mode

In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will
still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic
locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt.

This mode should be used any time a child safety seat (except a
booster) is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating
position (if equipped). Children 12 years old and under should be
properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. Refer to Safety
restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter.

How to use the automatic locking mode

• Buckle the combination lap and
shoulder belt.

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• Grasp the shoulder portion and
pull downward until the entire
belt is pulled out.

• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking
sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking
mode.

How to disengage the automatic locking mode

Ford Motor Company recommends that all passenger safety belt

assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected by an
authorized dealer after any collision to verify that the !automatic
locking retractor! feature for child seats is still working properly. Safety
belt assemblies should be inspected by an authorized dealer and must
be replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. Failure to
replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of
injury in a collision.

Unbuckle the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract
completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the
vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode.

Front safety belt height adjustment

Adjust the height of the shoulder
belt so the belt rests across the
middle of your shoulder.

To adjust the shoulder belt height,
push the button and slide the height
adjuster up or down. Release the
button and pull down on the height
adjuster to make sure it is locked in
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Three door models are equipped
with a safety belt parking feature for
the driver and front passenger. The
purpose of the parking feature is to
allow the driver or passenger to
reach the safety belt. Fasten your
safety belt as normal, and the belt
will slide to the front of the steel
bar along the bottom of the door.
Pull the safety belt backwards to
park for easier access or exit from
the rear seats.

Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests

across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety
belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and
increase the risk of injury in a collision.

Safety belt pretensioner

Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and
front outboard passenger seating positions.

The safety belt pretensioner tightens the safety belts firmly against the
occupant’s body at the start of the crash.

The driver and front passenger safety belt system (including

retractors, buckles and height adjusters) must be replaced if the
vehicle is involved in a collision that results in deployment of front
airbags and safety belt pretensioners.

Safety belt extension assembly

If the safety belt is too short when fully extended, there is a 8 inch
(20 cm) safety belt extension assembly that can be added (part number
611C22). This assembly can be obtained from an authorized dealer.

Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety
belt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on
the label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too
short for you when fully extended.

Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt

across the torso.

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Safety belt maintenance

Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work
properly and are not damaged. Inspect the safety belts to make sure
there are no nicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary. All safety belt
assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front safety belt buckle
assemblies, buckle support assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulder
belt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (if
equipped), child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors, and attaching
hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford Motor Company
recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in
a collision be replaced. However, if the collision was minor and an
authorized dealer finds that the belts do not show damage and continue
to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced. Safety belt
assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and
replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.

Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt

assembly under the above conditions could result in severe
personal injuries in the event of a collision.

For proper care of soiled safety belts, refer to Interior in the Cleaning
chapter.

Safety belt warning light and indicator chime

The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a
chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts.

Conditions of operation

If... Then...

The driver’s safety belt is not
buckled before the ignition switch
is turned to the ON position...

The driver’s safety belt is buckled
while the indicator light is
illuminated and the warning
chime is sounding...

The driver’s safety belt is buckled
before the ignition switch is
turned to the ON position...

The safety belt warning light
illuminates 1-2 minutes and the
warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds.

The safety belt warning light and
warning chime turn off.

The safety belt warning light and
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Belt-Minder%

The Belt-Minder" feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt
warning function. This feature provides additional reminders by
intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning
light in the instrument cluster when the driver’s and front passenger’s
safety belt is unbuckled.

The Belt-Minder" feature uses information from the front passenger
sensing system to determine if a front seat passenger is present and
therefore potentially in need of a warning. To avoid activating the
Belt-Minder" feature for objects placed in the front passenger seat,
warnings will only be given to large front seat occupants as determined
by the front passenger sensing system.

Both the driver’s and passenger’s safety belt usages are monitored and
either may activate the Belt-Minder" feature. The warnings are the same
for the driver and the front passenger. If the Belt-Minder" warnings have
expired (warnings for approximately 5 minutes) for one occupant (driver
or front passenger), the other occupant can still activate the
Belt-Minder" feature.

If... Then...

The driver’s and front
passenger’s safety belts are
buckled before the ignition
switch is turned to the ON
position or less than 1-2
minutes have elapsed since the
ignition switch has been turned
ON...

The driver’s or front
passenger’s safety belt is not
buckled when the vehicle has
reached at least 3 mph (5
km/h) and 1-2 minutes have
elapsed since the ignition
switch has been turned to
ON...

The Belt-Minder" feature will not
activate.

The Belt-Minder" feature is activated

- the safety belt warning light
illuminates and the warning chime
sounds for 6 seconds every 30
seconds, repeating for approximately
5 minutes or until the safety belts are
buckled.

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If... Then...

The driver’s or front
passenger’s safety belt becomes
unbuckled for approximately 1
minute while the vehicle is
traveling at least 3 mph (5
km/h) and more than 1-2
minutes have elapsed since the
ignition switch has been turned
to ON...

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts
(All statistics based on U.S. data):

Reasons given... Consider...

“Crashes are rare events” 36700 crashes occur every day. The

“I’m not going far” 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within

“Belts are uncomfortable” We design our safety belts to enhance

“I was in a hurry” Prime time for an accident.

“Safety belts don’t work” Safety belts, when used properly,

The Belt-Minder" feature is activated

- the safety belt warning light
illuminates and the warning chime
sounds for 6 seconds every 30
seconds, repeating for approximately
5 minutes or until the safety belts are
buckled.

more we drive, the more we are
exposed to “rare” events, even for
good drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be

seriously injured in a crash during
our lifetime.

25 miles (40 km) of home.

comfort. If you are uncomfortable ­try different positions for the safety
belt upper anchorage and seatback
which should be as upright as
possible; this can improve comfort.

Belt-Minder" reminds us to take a few
seconds to buckle up.

reduce risk of death to front seat
occupants by 45% in cars, and by

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Reasons given... Consider...
“Traffic is light” Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in

single-vehicle crashes, many when

no other vehicles are around.

“Belts wrinkle my clothes” Possibly, but a serious crash can do

much more than wrinkle your clothes,
particularly if you are unbelted.

“The people I’m with don’t
wear belts”

“I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection when

“I’d rather be thrown clear” Not a good idea. People who are

Set the example, teen deaths occur 4
times more often in vehicles with
TWO or MORE people. Children and
younger brothers/sisters imitate
behavior they see.

used with safety belts. Frontal airbags
are not designed to inflate in rear and
side crashes or rollovers.

ejected are 40 times more likely
to DIE. Safety belts help prevent

ejection, WE CAN’T “PICK OUR
CRASH”.

Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt or insert a latchplate

into the buckle to avoid the Belt-Minder" chime. To do so may
adversely affect the performance of the vehicle’s air bag system.

One time disable

If at any time the driver/front passenger quickly buckles then unbuckles
the safety belt for that seating position, the Belt-Minder" is disabled for
the current ignition cycle. The Belt-Minder" feature will enable during
the same ignition cycle if the occupant buckles and remains buckled for
approximately 30 seconds. Confirmation is not given for the one time
disable.

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Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder% feature

The driver and front passenger Belt-Minder" are
deactivated/activated independently. When deactivating/activating
one seating position, do not buckle the other position as this will
terminate the process.

Read Steps 1 - 4 thoroughly before proceeding with the
deactivation/activation programming procedure.

Note: The driver and front passenger Belt-Minder" features must be
disabled/enabled separately. Both cannot be disable/enabled during the
same key cycle.

The driver and front passenger Belt-Minder" features can be
deactivated/activated by performing the following procedure:

Before following the procedure, make sure that:

• The parking brake is set

• The gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission)

• The ignition switch is in the OFF position

• The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled

While the design allows you to deactivate your Belt-Minder", this

system is designed to improve your chances of being safely
belted and surviving an accident. We recommend you leave the
Belt-Minder" system activated for yourself and others who may use the
vehicle. To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate the
Belt-Minder" feature while driving the vehicle.

1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT
START THE ENGINE)

2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 1
minute)

• Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety belt
warning light turns off.

3. For the seating position being disabled, at a moderate speed, buckle

then unbuckle the safety belt 9 times, ending in the unbuckled state.
(Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety belt
warning light turns off.)

• After Step 3, the safety belt warning light will be turned on for three
seconds.

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4. Within 10 seconds of the light turning on, at a moderate speed, buckle

then unbuckle the safety belt.

• This will disable the Belt-Minder" feature for that seating position if it
is currently enabled. As confirmation, the safety belt warning light will
flash 1 time per second for 3 seconds.

• This will enable the Belt-Minder" feature for that seating position if it
is currently disabled. As confirmation, the safety belt warning light will
flash 4 times per second for 3 seconds, followed by 3 seconds with the
light off, then followed by the safety belt warning light flashing 1time
per second for 3 seconds again.

AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)

The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safety
belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain
upper body injuries.

Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently, and the risk of injury
from a deploying airbag is the greatest close to the trim covering

the airbag module.

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Important SRS precautions

The SRS is designed to work with
the safety belt to help protect the
driver and right front passenger
from certain upper body injuries.
Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly;
there is a risk of injury from a
deploying airbag.

All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always
properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag

supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided.

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back
seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches (25 cm)

between an occupant’s chest and the driver airbag module.

Never place your arm over the airbag module as a deploying
airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries.

To properly position yourself away from the airbag:

• Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the
pedals comfortably.

• Recline the seat slightly one or two degrees from the upright position.

Do not put anything on or over the airbag module. Placing

objects on or over the airbag inflation area may cause those
objects to be propelled by the airbag into your face and torso causing
serious injury.

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Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag

supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your authorized
dealer.

Children and airbags

Children must always be properly
restrained. Accident statistics
suggest that children are safer when
properly restrained in the rear
seating positions than in the front
seating position. Failure to follow
these instructions may increase the
risk of injury in a collision.

Airbags can kill or injure a

child in a child seat.
NEVER place a rear-facing child
seat in front of an active airbag. If
you must use a forward-facing
child seat in the front seat, move
the seat all the way back.

How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work?

The airbag SRS is designed to
activate when the vehicle sustains
longitudinal deceleration sufficient
to cause the sensors to close an
electrical circuit that initiates airbag
inflation. The fact that the airbags
did not inflate in a collision does not
mean that something is wrong with
the system. Rather, it means the
forces were not of the type
sufficient to cause activation. Front
airbags are designed to inflate in
frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or
rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal
deceleration.

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The airbags inflate and deflate
rapidly upon activation. After airbag
deployment, it is normal to notice a
smoke-like, powdery residue or
smell the burnt propellant. This may
consist of cornstarch, talcum
powder (to lubricate the bag) or
sodium compounds (e.g., baking
soda) that result from the
combustion process that inflates the
airbag. Small amounts of sodium
hydroxide may be present which
may irritate the skin and eyes, but
none of the residue is toxic.

While the system is designed to help
reduce serious injuries, contact with
a deploying airbag may also cause abrasions, swelling or temporary
hearing loss. Because airbags must inflate rapidly and with considerable
force, there is the risk of death or serious injuries such as fractures,
facial and eye injuries or internal injuries, particularly to occupants who
are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time
of airbag deployment. Thus, it is extremely important that occupants be
properly restrained as far away from the airbag module as possible while
maintaining vehicle control.

Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not

touch them after inflation.

If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function

again and must be replaced immediately. If the air bag is not
replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a
collision.

The SRS consists of:

• driver and passenger airbag modules (which include the inflators and
airbags).

• side airbags (if equipped). Refer to Side airbag system later in this
chapter.

• safety belt pretensioners

• one or more impact and safing sensors.

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• Front passenger sensing system. Refer to Front passenger sensing
system. later in this chapter.

• “Passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” indicator lamp. Refer to

Front passenger sensing system. later in this chapter.

• a readiness light and tone.

• diagnostic module.

• and the electrical wiring which connects the components.

The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and the
supplemental airbag electrical system wiring (including the impact
sensors), the system wiring, the airbag system readiness light, the airbag
back up power and the airbag ignitors.

Front passenger sensing system

The front passenger sensing system is designed to meet the regulatory
requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 208
and is designed to disable (will not inflate) the front passenger’s frontal
airbag under certain conditions.

The front passenger sensing system works with sensors that are part of
the front passenger’s seat and safety belt. The sensors are designed to
detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the
front passenger’s frontal airbag should be enabled (may inflate) or
disabled (will not inflate).

The front passenger sensing system will disable (will not inflate) the
front passenger’s frontal airbag if:

• the front passenger seat is unoccupied, or has small/medium objects in
the front seat,

• the system determines that an infant is present in a rear-facing infant
seat that is installed according to the manufacturer’s instructions,

• the system determines that a small child is present in a forward-facing
child restraint that is installed according to the manufacturer’s
instructions,

• the system determines that a small child is present in a booster seat,

• a front passenger takes his/her weight off of the seat for a period of

time,

• a child or a small person occupies the front passenger seat.

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For side airbag equipped vehicles, the front passenger sensing system
will turn off the passenger seat side airbag if:

• the seat is empty and safety belt is unbuckled.

The front passenger sensing system
uses a !passenger airbag off! or
!pass airbag off! indicator which will
illuminate and stay lit to remind you
that the front passenger frontal
airbag is disabled. The indicator
lamp is located at the top of the
instrument panel center stack area
below the Hazard warning indicator
and above the radio.

Note: The indicator lamp will illuminate for a short period of time when
the ignition is turned to the ON position to confirm it is functional.

When the front passenger seat is not occupied (empty seat) or in the
event that the front passenger frontal airbag is enabled (may inflate), the
indicator lamp will be unlit.

The front passenger sensing system is designed to disable (will not
inflate) the front passenger’s frontal airbag when a rear facing infant
seat, a forward-facing child restraint, or a booster seat is detected.

• When the front passenger sensing system disables (will not inflate)
the front passenger frontal airbag, the indicator lamp will illuminate
and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is
disabled.

• If the child restraint has been installed and the indicator lamp is not
lit, then turn the vehicle off, remove the child restraint from the
vehicle and reinstall the restraint following the child restraint
manufacturer’s instructions.

The front passenger sensing system is designed to enable (may inflate)
the front passenger’s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a
person of adult size is sitting properly in the front passenger seat.

• When the front passenger sensing system enables the front passenger
frontal airbag (may inflate), the indicator will be unlit and stay unlit.

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If a person of adult size is sitting in the front passenger’s seat, but the
!passenger airbag off! or !pass airbag off! indicator lamp is lit, it is
possible that the person isn’t sitting properly in the seat. If this happens:

• Turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in the
full upright position.

• Have the person sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion,
with the person’s legs comfortably extended.

• Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for
about two minutes. This will allow the system to detect that person
and enable the passenger’s frontal airbag.

• If the indicator lamp remains lit even after this, the person should be
advised to ride in the rear seat.

Occupant

Empty seat Unlit Disabled
Small child in child safety

seat or booster
Small child with safety

belt buckled or unbuckled
Adult Unlit Enabled

Even with Advanced Restraints Systems, children 12 and under
should be properly restrained in the back seat.

After all occupants have adjusted their seats and put on safety belts, it’s
very important that they continue to sit properly. A properly seated
occupant sits upright, leaning against the seat back, and centered on the
seat cushion, with their feet comfortably extended on the floor. Sitting
improperly can increase the chance of injury in a crash event. For
example, if an occupant slouches, lies down, turns sideways, sits forward,
leans forward or sideways, or puts one or both feet up, the chance of
injury during a crash is greatly increased.

Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined

too far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect the
decision of the front passenger sensing system, resulting in serious
injury or death in a crash.
Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor.

Pass Airbag Off
Indicator Lamp

Lit Disabled

Lit Disabled

Passenger Airbag

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The front passenger sensing system may detect small or medium objects
placed on the seat cushion. For most objects that are in the front
passenger seat, the passenger airbag will be disabled. Even though the
passenger airbag is disabled, the !pass airbag off! lamp may or may not
be illuminated according to the table below.

Objects

Small (i.e. 3 ring
binder, small purse,
bottled water)

Medium (i.e. heavy
briefcase, fully packed
luggage)

Empty seat, or small
to medium object with
safety belt buckled

If you think that the status of the passenger airbag off indicator lamp is
incorrect, check for the following:

• Objects lodged underneath the seat

• Objects between the seat cushion and the center console (if

equipped)

• Objects hanging off the seat back

• Objects stowed in the seatback map pocket (if equipped)

• Objects placed on the occupant’s lap

• Cargo interference with the seat

• Other passengers pushing or pulling on the seat

• Rear passenger feet and knees resting or pushing on the seat

The conditions listed above may cause the weight of a properly seated
occupant to be incorrectly interpreted by the passenger sensing system.
The person in the front passenger seat may appear heavier or lighter due
to the conditions described in the list above.

Pass Airbag Off
Indicator Lamp

Unlit Disabled

Lit Disabled

Lit Disabled

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To reduce the risk of possible serious injury:

Do not stow objects in seat back map pocket (if equipped) or
hang objects off seat back if a child is in the front passenger seat.
Do not place objects underneath the front passenger seat or between
the seat and the center console (if equipped).
Check the “passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” indicator lamp for
proper airbag Status.
Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the passenger
seat sensing system.

In case there is a problem with the
front passenger sensing system, the
airbag readiness lamp in the
instrument cluster will stay lit.

If the airbag readiness lamp is lit, do the following:

The driver and/or adult passengers should check for any objects that
may be lodged underneath the front passenger seat or cargo interfering
with the seat.

If objects are lodged and/or cargo is interfering with the seat; please take
the following steps to remove the obstruction:

• Pull the vehicle over.

• Turn the vehicle off.

• Driver and/or adult passengers should check for any objects lodged

underneath the front passenger seat or cargo interfering with the seat.

• Remove the obstruction(s) (if found).

• Restart the vehicle.

• Wait at least 2 minutes and verify that the airbag readiness lamp is no

longer illuminated

• If the airbag readiness lamp remains illuminated, this may or may/not
be a problem due to the front passenger sensing system.

DO NOT attempt to repair or service the system; take your vehicle
immediately to an authorized dealer.

If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to
accommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford Customer
Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer
Assistance section of this Owner’s Guide.

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Any alteration/modification to the front passenger seat may
affect the performance of the front passenger sensing system.

Determining if the system is operational

The supplemental restraint system uses a warning indicator light in the
instrument cluster or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of the
system. Refer to the Warning lights and chimes section in the
Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the airbag is not
required.

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:

• The readiness light (same light
for front and side airbag system)
will either flash or stay lit.

• The readiness light will not
illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on.

• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat
periodically until the problem and/or light are repaired.

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the supplemental
restraint system serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless
serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a
collision.

Seat-mounted side airbag system (if equipped)

Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the airbag

cover on the side of the seatbacks of the front seats or in front
seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying airbag. Failure
to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in
the event of a collision.

Do not use accessory seat covers. The use of accessory seat

covers may prevent the deployment of the side airbags and
increase the risk of injury in an accident.

Do not lean your head on the door. The side airbag could injure

you as it deploys from the side of the seatback.

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Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag SRS, its

fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag. See your
authorized dealer.

All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts

even when an airbag SRS is provided.

How does the side airbag system work?

The side airbag system consists of
the following:

• An inflatable nylon bag (airbag)
with a gas generator concealed
behind the outboard bolster of
the driver and front passenger
seatbacks.

• A special seat cover designed to
allow airbag deployment.

• The same warning light,
electronic control and diagnostic
unit as used for the front airbags.

• Two crash sensors located under
the outboard side of the front
seats, attached to the floor.

Side airbags, in combination with
safety belts, can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a
significant side impact collision.

The side airbags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of the
front seats. In certain lateral collisions, the airbag on the side affected by
the collision will be inflated. The front passenger sensing system will
turn off the passenger seat side airbag if the seat is empty (unless for
some reason the safety belt is properly buckled). If the front passenger
seat is empty, and the safety belt is not properly buckled, the front
passenger seat side airbag will be turned off by the front passenger
sensing system. The airbag was designed to inflate between the door
panel and occupant to further enhance the protection provided
occupants in side impact collisions.

The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains lateral
deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit
that initiates airbag inflation.

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