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	Table of Contents

Introduction	4


Instrument Cluster	12

Warning lights and chimes	12
Gauges	17

Entertainment Systems	20

How to get going	20
AM/FM stereo with CD	24
AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD	32
Auxiliary input jack (Line in)	40
USB port	42
Satellite radio information	45
Family entertainment system	49
Navigation system	76

Climate Controls	77

Manual heating and air conditioning	77
Automatic temperature control	79
Auxiliary passenger climate control	82
Rear window defroster	83

Lights	85


Driver Controls	96

Windshield wiper/washer control	96
Steering wheel adjustment	97
Power windows	101
Mirrors	102
Speed control	105
Moon roof	110
Message center	115

Locks and Security	135

Keys	135
Locks	135
Anti-theft system	141

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Seating and Safety Restraints	152

Seating	152
Safety restraints	166
Airbags	181
Child restraints	196

Tires, Wheels and Loading	211

Tire information	213
Tire inflation	216
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	228
Vehicle loading	233
Trailer towing	240
Recreational towing	245

Driving	247

Starting	247
Brakes	252
Traction Control™/AdvanceTrac	255
Transmission operation	260

Roadside Emergencies	278

Getting roadside assistance	278
Hazard flasher switch	280
Fuel pump shut-off switch	280
Fuses and relays	282
Changing tires	290
Lug nut torque	299
Jump starting	300
Wrecker towing	305

Customer Assistance	307

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only)	313
Reporting safety defects (Canada only)	314

Cleaning	315

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Maintenance and Specifications	323

Engine compartment	325
Engine oil	329
Battery	334
Engine coolant	336
Fuel information	343
Air filter(s)	356
Part numbers	358
Maintenance product specifications and capacities	359
Engine data	363

Accessories	366


Index	368

All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation.

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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 airbag modules, seat belt pretensioners, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material

– Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate.

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations on acquiring your new Mercury. 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 Mexico: www.ford.com.mx

•In Australia: www.ford.com.au

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 the Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.

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Fuel pump shut-off switch: In the event of an accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the

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

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guide

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

Warning symbols on your vehicle

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

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.

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BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

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

Drive your new vehicle at least 500 miles (800 km) before towing a trailer. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to

Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

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

SPECIAL NOTICES

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

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

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.

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Service Data Recording

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

Event Data Recording

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

•how various systems in your vehicle were operating;

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

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

•how fast the vehicle was traveling; and

•where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.

To access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement, other government authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority. Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada.

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Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles

Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.

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

Using your vehicle with a snowplow

Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing.

Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package.

Using your vehicle as an ambulance

Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance.

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

Cell phone use

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

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

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.

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

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

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

	Vehicle Symbol Glossary
	Safety Alert	See Owner’s Guide
	Fasten Safety Belt	Airbag - Front
	Airbag - Side	Child Seat Lower
	Airbag - Side	Anchor
		Anchor
	Child Seat Tether	Brake System
	Anchor	Brake System
	Anchor
	Anti-Lock Brake System	Parking Brake System
	Brake Fluid -	Parking Aid System
	Non-Petroleum Based	Parking Aid System
	Non-Petroleum Based
	Stability Control System	Speed Control
	Master Lighting Switch	Hazard Warning Flasher
	Fog Lamps-Front	Fuse Compartment
	Fuel Pump Reset	Windshield Wash/Wipe
	Windshield	Rear Window
	Defrost/Demist	Defrost/Demist

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Vehicle Symbol Glossary

	Power Windows	Power Window Lockout
	Front/Rear	Power Window Lockout
	Front/Rear
	Child Safety Door	Interior Luggage
	Lock/Unlock	Compartment Release
	Panic Alarm	Engine Oil
	Engine Coolant	Engine Coolant
	Engine Coolant	Temperature
		Temperature
	Do Not Open When Hot	Battery
	Avoid Smoking, Flames,	Battery Acid
	or Sparks	Battery Acid
	or Sparks
	Explosive Gas	Fan Warning
	Power Steering Fluid	Maintain Correct Fluid
	Power Steering Fluid	Level
		Level
	Service Engine Soon	Engine Air Filter
	Passenger Compartment	Jack
	Air Filter	Jack
	Air Filter
	Check Fuel Cap	Low Tire Pressure
	Check Fuel Cap	Warning
		Warning

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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.

Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the respective system warning light for additional information.

Note: Some warning lights will display in the message center as words and function the same as the warning light.

Note: Depending on which options your vehicle has, some indicators may not be present in your vehicle.

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

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

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Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer.

If the light remains ON while driving, the temperature of the engine may be too high, refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

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.

Powertrain malfunction indicator: Illuminates when a powertrain or a AWD fault has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the

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BRAKE

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.

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Anti-lock brake system: If the

ABS light stays illuminated or ABS continues to flash, a malfunction has

been detected, have the system serviced immediately by your

authorized dealer. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated.

Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when the ignition is turned to ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the system

serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected.

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten

your safety belt. A Belt-Minder 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. Check the oil level and add oil if needed. Refer to

Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

If the light remains ON while driving, the temperature of the engine may be too high, refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

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Engine coolant temperature:

Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. Refer to

Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot.

Low tire pressure warning:

Illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the light remains on at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be checked. Refer

to Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to ON, the light will illuminate for 3 seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does not turn ON, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. For more information on this system, refer to Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

Check fuel cap: Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properly installed. Continued driving with this light on may cause the Service engine soon warning light to come on. Refer to Fuel filler cap in the

Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

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

O/D off: Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has been turned off, refer to the Driving chapter.

O/D OFF

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AdvanceTrac : Flashes when the AdvanceTrac with RSC system is active. Illuminates solid when the system has been disabled (by the driver or as a result of a system failure), refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

If “SERVICE RSC NOW” is displayed in the message center, refer to Message center in the Driver Controls chapter for more information.

All wheel drive (AWD) (4.6 L	4x4
engine vehicles only): Illuminates

when AWD is engaged. If the light

fails to illuminate when the ignition is turned ON, or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer.

Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position and any door, liftgate or the liftgate glass is open.

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

Low washer fluid: Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low.

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.

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

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

Turn signal warning chime: Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn and not turned off after the vehicle is driven more than 2 miles (3.2 km).

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

Message center activation chime: Sounds when the following warnings DOOR AJAR, LOW FUEL LEVEL or LOW TIRE PRESSURE appear in the message center display for the first time.

GAUGES

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.

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Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant

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

engine is overheating, refer to

Engine coolant in the

Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot.

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

Message center in the Driver Controls chapter on how to switch the display from English to Metric.

Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys. Press and release the message center INFO button until TRIP A mode appears in the display. Press the control again to select the TRIP B feature. Press the RESET button to reset.

Note: Outside air temperature will only be displayed in the instrument cluster message center on vehicles with manual climate control.

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

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

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

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

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AUDIO SYSTEMS

Quick start — How to get going

Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use

Listening to the radio

1. If the audio system is off, press VOL-PUSH to turn the radio on. Turn VOL-PUSH to adjust the volume.

Note: The system may take a few moments to turn on.

2. Press AM/FM repeatedly to choose between AM/FM1/FM2 frequency bands.

3. Press / to manually go up/down the frequency band.

Press SEEK to search

down/up the chosen frequency band for the next strongest station.

To disengage SEEK mode, press / .

4. Once you are tuned to the desired station, press and hold a memory preset (1–6) to save the

station. PRESET SAVED will appear on the display and the sound will return signifying the station has been saved. You can save up to six stations in each frequency band — six in AM, six in FM1 and six in FM2.

To access your saved stations, press the corresponding memory preset. The memory preset # and the station frequency will appear on the display.

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Listening to satellite radio (if equipped)

1. If the audio system is turned off, press VOL-PUSH to turn the radio on. Turn VOL-PUSH to adjust the volume.

Note: The system may take a few moments to turn on.

2.Press AUX repeatedly to cycle through auxiliary audio sources. Select SAT1, SAT2 or SAT3 to listen to satellite radio.

3.Press SEEK, SEEK to

access the previous or next satellite channel.

You may also seek by music

category. For further information, refer to CATEGORY listing under the MENU control on your specific audio system.

4. Once you are tuned to the

desired channel, press and hold a memory preset (1–6) to save the

channel. PRESET SAVED will appear on the display and the sound will return signifying the station has been saved. You can save up to six channels in each — six in SAT1, six in SAT2, and six in SAT3.

To access your saved channels, press the corresponding memory preset. The memory preset # and the channel name will appear on the display.

Listening to a CD/MP3 (if equipped)

1. If the audio system is turned off, press VOL-PUSH to turn the radio on. Turn VOL-PUSH to adjust the volume.

Note: The system may take a few moments to turn on.

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

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For a single CD system, if a disc is not already loaded, insert only one, label side up into the CD slot.

LOADING CD and READING DISC will appear in the display. The first track on the disc will begin playing.

For an in-dash six CD system, if a disc is not already loaded, 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 last loaded disc 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. Refer to MP3 folder structure later in this chapter for further information.

3. In CD/MP3 mode, you can access the following features:

Press SEEK, SEEK to access the previous/next tracks.

Press and hold REW to manually reverse in a CD/MP3 track.

Press and hold FF to manually advance in a CD/MP3 track.

While in folder mode, press FOLDER to access the previous folder on MP3 discs, if available.

While in folder mode, press FOLDER to access the next folder on MP3 discs, if available.

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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.

Press

(play/pause) when a

CD/MP3 is playing to pause the disc. CD PAUSE will appear in the display. Press again to resume play.

4. For a single cd system,

press		to eject the current disc.

The display will read CD EJECT.
For an in-dash six CD system,
press		. Select 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 discs, press and hold until the system begins ejecting all loaded discs. If the discs are not removed, the system will reload the discs.

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AM/FM Single CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system (if equipped)

Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use

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

1. / (Tuner): Press to

manually go up or down the radio frequency. Also use in menu mode to select various settings.

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

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In CATEGORY MODE, press / to scroll through the list of

available SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.). Refer to Category Mode under Menu for further information.

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

2. (Phone): If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC (late availability), press to access SYNC

PHONE features. Refer to the SYNC supplement for further information. If your vehicle is not equipped with SYNC, the display will read NO PHONE.

3.MENU: Press repeatedly to

access the following settings:

SATELLITE RADIO MENU (if equipped): Press MENU when satellite radio mode is active to access. Press OK to enter into the satellite radio

menu. Press / to cycle through the following options:

•CATEGORY: Press OK to enter category mode. Press / to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.) Press OK when the desired category appears in the display. After a category is selected, press SEEK to search for that specific category of channels only (i.e. ROCK). You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS categories and channels. Press OK to close and return to the main menu.

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

titles, the display will read REPLACE SONG? Press OK to access the saved titles and press / to cycle through the saved titles. When the song appears in the display that you would like to replace, press OK. SONG REPLACED will appear in the display.

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•DELETE SONG: Press OK to delete a song from the system’s memory. Press / to cycle through the saved songs. When the song appears in the display that you would like to delete, press OK. The song will appear in the display for confirmation. Press OK again

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

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

•DELETE ALL SONGS: Press OK to delete all songs from the system’s memory. The display will read ARE YOU SURE ? Press OK to confirm deletion of all saved songs and the display will read ALL DELETED.

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

•ENABLE ALERTS / DISABLE ALERTS: Press OK to enable/disable the satellite alert status which alerts you when your selected songs are playing on a satellite radio channel. (The system default is disabled.)

SONG ALERTS ENABLED/DISABLED will appear in the display. The menu listing will display the opposite state. For example, if you have chosen to enable the song alerts, the menu listing will read DISABLE as the alerts are currently on, so your other option is to turn them off.

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

Setting the clock: Press MENU until SET HOURS or SET MINUTES is displayed. Use / to manually increase/decrease. Press MENU again to disengage clock mode. Press OK to close and return to the main menu.

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 / 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. Press OK to close and return to the main menu.

RBDS: Available only in FM mode. This feature allows you to search RBDS-equipped stations for a certain category of music format: CLASSIC, COUNTRY, INFORM, JAZZ/RB, ROCK, etc.

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To activate, press MENU repeatedly until RBDS (ON/OFF) appears in the display. Use / / SEEK to toggle RBDS ON/OFF. When

RBDS is OFF, you will not be able to search for RBDS equipped stations or view the station name or type. Press OK to close and return to the main menu.

To search for specific RBDS music categories: When the desired category appears in the display, press / to find the desired type, then press and release SEEK, SEEK or press and hold SCAN to 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, WXYT, etc.).

BASS: Press MENU to reach the bass setting. Use / to adjust. Press OK to close and return to the main menu.

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

adjust. Press OK to close and return to the main menu. Press OK to close and return to the main menu.

BAL (Balance): Press MENU to reach the balance setting. Use /

to adjust the audio between the left (L) and right (R) speakers. Press OK to close and return to the main menu.

FADE: Press MENU to reach the fade setting. Use / to adjust the

audio between the back (B) and front (F) speakers. Press OK to close and return to the main menu.

SPEED VOL (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 / to adjust. Press OK to close and return to the main menu.

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

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

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

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TRACK/FOLDER MODE: Available only on MP3 discs in CD mode.

In track mode, press SEEK, SEEK to scroll through all tracks on the disc

In folder mode, press SEEK, SEEK to scroll through tracks within the selected folder.

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

available).

Press OK to close and return to the main menu.

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

SEEK, SEEK to toggle ON/OFF. When COMPRESS is ON, the system will bring the soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. Press OK to close and return to the main menu.

SINGLE PLAY/DUAL PLAY (if equipped): If SINGLE PLAY is ON, press / for DUAL PLAY. For further information on Single

Play/Dual Play, please refer to the Family Entertainment DVD system later in this chapter.

4. AUX: Press repeatedly to cycle through FES/DVD (if equipped), LINE IN (auxiliary audio mode),

SYNC (late availability - if equipped) and SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3 modes (satellite radio, if equipped).

For location and further information on auxiliary audio mode, refer to Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter.

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

If your vehicle is equipped with a Family Entertainment System (FES) please refer to the Family Entertainment DVD system later in this chapter.

If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC, please refer to the SYNC supplement for further information.

5. SEEK: In radio mode, press

/ to access the previous/next strong station.

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

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press SEEK, SEEK to seek to the previous/next channel. If a specific category is selected,

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(Jazz, Rock, News, etc.), press SEEK, SEEK to seek to the previous/next channel in the selected category. Press and hold

SEEK, SEEK

to fast seek through the previous /next channels.

In TEXT MODE, press SEEK, SEEK to view the previous/additional display text.

In CATEGORY MODE, press SEEK, SEEK to select a category.

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

6. / OK(Play/Pause): This

control is operational in CD and DVD mode (if equipped). When a

CD or DVD is playing in the FES system, press this control to play or pause the current CD or DVD. The CD/DVD status will display in the radio display.

OK: Your vehicle may be equipped with special phone and media features which will require you to confirm commands by pressing OK. For further information, refer to the SYNC supplement.

If your vehicle is equipped with a Family Entertainment System (FES) please refer to the Family Entertainment DVD system later in this chapter.

7. SHUFFLE: 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. 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 : In folder mode,

press FOLDER

to access next

folder on MP3 discs, if available.

9. FOLDER: In folder mode,

press

FOLDER to access the

previous folder on MP3 discs, if available.

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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.

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.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), there are 18 available presets, six each for SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3. To save satellite channels in your memory presets, tune to the desired channel then press and hold a preset control until sound returns.

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

13. TEXT/SCAN: In radio and CD/MP3 mode, press and hold for a brief sampling of radio stations or

CD tracks. Press again to stop.

In MP3 mode, press and release to display track title, artist name, and disc title.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and release to enter TEXT MODE and display the current song title. While in TEXT MODE, press again to scroll through the current song title, artist, channel category and the SIRIUS long channel name.

In TEXT MODE sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed. When the “>” indicator is active, press SEEK to view the additional display text. When the “<” indicator is active, press SEEK to view the previous display text.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and hold to hear a brief sampling of the next channels. Press again to stop. In CATEGORY MODE, press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of the channels in the selected category. Press again to stop.

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

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