Ford Mustang 2006 User Manual

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Introduction 4

Instrument Cluster 10

Warning and control lights 10 Gauges 15

Entertainment Systems 19

AM/FM stereo with CD 19 AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 22

Climate Controls 30

Manual heating and air conditioning 30 Rear window defroster 32

Lights 33

Headlamps 33 Turn signal control 36 Bulb replacement 36

Driver Controls 42

Windshield wiper/washer control 42 Steering wheel adjustment 43 Power windows 44 Mirrors 47 Speed control 47 Message center 54

Locks and Security 63

Keys 63 Locks 63 Anti-theft system 71

Table of Contents

Seating and Safety Restraints 76

Seating 76 Safety restraints 82 Airbags 97 Child restraints 107

Tires, Wheels and Loading 122

Tire Information 122 Vehicle loading 136 Trailer towing 142 Recreational towing 145

Driving 146

Starting 146 Brakes 150 Traction control 152 Transmission operation 154

Roadside Emergencies 162

Getting roadside assistance 162 Hazard flasher switch 163 Fuel pump shut-off switch 164 Fuses and relays 164 Changing tires 171 Lug Nut Torque 176 Jump starting 176 Wrecker towing 181

Customer Assistance 182

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 188

Cleaning 189

Table of Contents

Maintenance and Specifications 196

Engine compartment 198 Engine oil 201 Battery 206 Engine Coolant 208 Fuel information 214 Part numbers 228 Refill capacities 230 Lubricant specifications 232

Accessories 239

Index 241

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Introduction

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and

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

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. 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.

Introduction

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guide

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

Warning symbols on your vehicle

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

Protecting the environment

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

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

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

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.

Introduction

Special instructions

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

Please read the section Supplemental restraint system (SRS)

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

Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should

NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag.

Service Data Recording

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

Event Data Recording

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

• how various systems in your vehicle were operating;

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

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

brake pedal;

• how fast the vehicle was traveling; and

• where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.

Introduction

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.

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

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

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.

Introduction

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

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert

Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front

Airbag - Side Child Seat

Child Seat Installation Warning

Child Seat Tether Anchor

Anti-Lock Brake System

Powertrain Malfunction Speed Control

Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment

See Owner’s Guide

Child Seat Lower Anchor

Brake System

Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based

Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe

Windshield Defrost/Demist

Rear Window Defrost/Demist

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

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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

Jack

Low Tire Pressure Warning

Instrument Cluster

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Base instrument cluster

Optional instrument cluster

Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulbs work. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the respective system warning light for additional information.

Instrument Cluster

Service Engine Soon: The Service Engine Soon indicator light

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

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures

could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

Check fuel cap (if equipped):

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.

Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is not running, or in a position between ON and START, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately from your authorized dealer. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your authorized dealer.

BRAKE

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.

Instrument Cluster

Anti-lock brake system (if equipped): 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 chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt.

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

Engine oil pressure (if equipped): Illuminates when the oil

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

Engine coolant temperature:

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

ABS

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is

running or hot.

Instrument Cluster

Traction Control娂 active: Flashes when the Traction Control娂 is active. If the light remains on a malfunction has been detected; have the system serviced immediately, refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

Overdrive off (automatic transmission): Illuminates when

the overdrive function of the transmission 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.

Low fuel (if equipped):

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 engaged. Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged.

Door/Trunk ajar (if equipped):

Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position and any door or trunk is open.

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

O/D

OFF

Electronic throttle control:

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

Instrument Cluster

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.

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped): Illuminates when

the Daytime running lamps are on. Also is an indication that the tail lamps, license plate lamps, side marker lamps and parking lamps are switched OFF.

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.

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.

GAUGES

Base instrument cluster gauges

Optional instrument cluster gauges

Instrument Cluster

Refer to Message Center (if equipped) in the Driver Controls chapter to select one of six preset colors or one user definable color (MyColor) for the nighttime gauge backlighting.

Instrument Cluster

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.

• Base instrument cluster

• Optional instrument cluster

Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant

temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between “H” and “C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is

running or hot.

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

• Base instrument cluster

Instrument Cluster

• Optional instrument cluster Refer to Message Center in the

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

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

• Base instrument cluster Press and release the RESET button

on the cluster to toggle between odometer and trip odometer display. To reset, press and hold for less than 2 seconds.

• Optional instrument cluster Press and release the message

center INFO button until TRIP mode appears in the display. Press the RESET button to reset.

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.

• Base instrument cluster

• Optional instrument cluster

Instrument Cluster

Battery voltage gauge (if equipped): Indicates the battery

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

Engine oil pressure gauge (if equipped): Indicates engine oil

pressure. The needle should stay in the normal operating range (between “L” and “H”). If the needle falls below the normal range, stop the vehicle, turn off the engine and check the engine oil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil level is correct (and gauge reads no/low oil

pressure....), shut down the engine immediately and contact your dealer

for service or by a qualified technician. Fuel gauge: Indicates

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

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

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

Entertainment Systems

AUDIO SYSTEMS

AM/FM stereo/ single CD sound system (if equipped)

Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With this feature, the window switches and radio may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until any door or trunk is opened.

/ Tuner: Press to

1. manually go up or down the radio

frequency. Also use in menu mode to select various settings.

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

3. Menu: Press to toggle through the following modes:

Bass: Press to adjust the bass setting. Use

Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use

/ / SEEK .

Entertainment Systems

Balance: Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers. Use

Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers. Use

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

Press MENU to access and use volume setting. The level will appear in the display.

Setting the clock: Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is displayed. Use MENU again to disengage clock mode.

Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. Press

MENU to access. Use 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. You can then access the stations by pressing the memory presets. To disengage, press MENU to

access and press

/ / SEEK .

/ / SEEK to adjust the

/ to manually increase/decrease Press

/ / SEEK to set or turn on/off.

/ / SEEK to turn the feature off.

4. Aux: If no auxiliary sources are available, NO AUX AUDIO will be displayed.

5. Seek: Press to access the next strong radio station or the next track on the compact disc.

6. Text: This control is not operational.

7. Shuffle: Press to play tracks in random order.

Entertainment Systems

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

9. Repeat: Press to repeat the current CD track.

10. Fast forward: Press to manually advance in a CD track.

11. Rewind: Press to manually reverse in a CD track.

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

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

14. Seek: Press to access the next strong radio station or the previous track on the compact disc.

15. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM frequency band.

16. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn ON/OFF. Turn to increase/decrease volume. 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.

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

Entertainment Systems

18. CD eject: Press to eject a CD.

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

SHAKER 500 — Audiophile In-Dash Six CD/MP3 Sound System (if equipped)

Entertainment Systems

SHAKER 1000 — Audiophile In-dash Six CD/MP3 Sound System (if equipped)

Your vehicle may be equipped with the SHAKER 1000威 audio system. This system is equipped with a rack of amplifiers and subwoofers in the trunk of the vehicle.

The SHAKER 1000威 audio system is capable of producing very high sound pressure levels. For your listening comfort and protection, it is not recommended to listen to the SHAKER 1000威 audio system at high volume levels for extended periods of time.

/ Tune/Disc selector:

1. Press to manually go up or down

the radio frequency or to select a desired disc. Also use in menu mode to select various settings.

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

Entertainment Systems

3. Menu: Press to toggle through the following modes:

Setting the clock: Press until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is displayed. Press

SHAKER (Available with the SHAKER 1000 only): Select to engage SHAKER 1000 mode. SHAKER 1000 mode enhances acoustic sound for all seating locations and increases the signal to the trunk mounted

speakers and amplifiers for enhanced bass performance. Use or

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

In Folder mode, pressing within the selected folder.

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

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

Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. Press

MENU to access. Use When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1

access and press

SEEK to toggle SHAKER mode on/off.

/ / SEEK to adjust the hours/minutes.

SEEK will scroll through all tracks on the disc.

SEEK will scroll only through tracks

/ / , SEEK to set or turn on/off.

/ / SEEK to turn the feature off.

Bass: Press to adjust the bass setting. Use

Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use

Balance: Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers.

Use

Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers. Use

/ / , SEEK .

/ / SEEK .

Entertainment Systems

Occupancy mode: Use / / SEEK select and optimize sound for ALL SEATS, DRIVERS SEAT or REAR SEATS.

Press MENU to access and use volume setting. The level will appear in the display.

RDS: Available only in FM mode. This feature allows you to search RDS-equipped stations for a certain category of music format: Classic, Country, Info, Jazz/RB, Religious, Rock, Soft, Top 40. RDS must be activated to access Find and Show functions. To activate, press and hold MENU until RDS (ON/OFF) appears in the display. Press MENU repeatedly to scroll through Find, Show and RDS.

Use will not be able to access Find and Show functions.

Find: Allows you to search RDS-equipped stations for the desired music category. Use SEEK or SCAN to begin the search.

Show: Allows you to display the name of the radio station or program type. Use

/ / SEEK to toggle RDS ON/OFF. When RDS is Off, you

/ to find the desired program type, then use

/ / SEEK to show type, name or none.

/ / SEEK to adjust the

4. Aux: If no auxiliary sources are available, NO AUX AUDIO will be displayed.

5. Seek: Press to access the next strong station or track. Also use in menu mode to select various settings.

6. Text: In CD mode, this feature reads and displays track song title, artist name and album title.

7. Shuffle: Press to play the tracks in random order.

Entertainment Systems

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

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

10. Fast forward: Press to manually advance in a CD track.

11. Rewind: Press to manually reverse in a CD track.

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

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

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

15. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM frequency band.

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

Entertainment Systems

18. LOAD: Press to begin the CD load sequence. When the radio prompts to select a slot, use the presets to select the desired slot to load the CD. If the selected slot already contains a CD, the display will read SLOT FULL. Press and hold to autoload up to 6 CDs. Load CDs one at a time when the radio prompts to load a CD.

19. CD eject: Press to begin the CD eject sequence When the radio prompts to select a CD, use the presets to select the desired CD to eject. Press and hold to auto eject all CDs present in the system. If there is no CD present, the display will read NO CD.

20. CD slot: Insert one CD at a time, label side up, when the system prompts to load a CD.

MP3 track and folder structure

Your MP3 system recognizes MP3 individual tracks and a folder structure as follows:

• There are two different modes for MP3 disc playback: MP3 track mode (system default) and MP3 folder mode.

• MP3 track mode ignores any folder structure present on the MP3 disc. The player sequentially numbers each MP3 track on the disc (denoted by the .mp3 file extension) from T001 to T255.

• MP3 folder mode represents a folder structure consisting of one level of folders. The CD player sequentially numbers all MP3 tracks on the disc (denoted by the .mp3 extension) and all folders containing MP3 files, from 01–01 to 99–99. The first two digits denote the folder number and the last two digits denote the track number within that folder.

• Creating discs with only one level of folders will help with navigation through the disc files.

Entertainment Systems

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, 540–1600, 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 a 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 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.

• Insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine.

• Clean using a circular motion.

Entertainment Systems

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ball point 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.

Climate Controls

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

1. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow in

the vehicle.

2. Mode selections: Controls the location of the airflow in the vehicle.

See the following for a brief description of each selection.

MAX A/C: Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel vents to cool the vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior air is more economical and efficient. Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.

: Distributes air through the

instrument panel vents.

: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents and the floor

vents.

O (OFF): Outside air is shut out and the climate system is turned off.

: Distributes air through the floor vents.

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and floor

vents.

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents. Can be

used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice.

3. Rear defroster (R

defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this section for more information.

4. Recirculation control

recirculation in cabin. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired exterior odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculation engages automatically with selection of MAX A/C or can be engaged

manually in any other mode selection except Recirculation may turn off automatically in all airflow selections except MAX A/C.

5. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with

recirculated air to improve cooling performance. Engages automatically in MAX A/C,

(defrost) and (floor/defrost).

): Press to activate/deactivate the rear window

: Press to activate/deactivate air

(defrost).

Climate Controls

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

vehicle.

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 airflow selector in the O (OFF) position 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 the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been “aired out.”

For maximum cooling performance in MAX A/C mode:

1. Move temperature control to the coolest setting.

2. Set the fan to the highest speed initially, then adjust to maintain

comfort.

For maximum cooling performance in panel or panel/floor modes:

1. Move temperature control to the coolest setting.

2. Select A/C and recirculated air (

3. Set the fan to the highest speed initially, then adjust to maintain

comfort.

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

1. Select

2. Select A/C.

3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort.

4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting.

5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.

6. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the

vents located in the middle of the instrument panel.

(defrost) position.

) to provide colder airflow.

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

Climate Controls

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (R )

Ensure that the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position. Press the control to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog. The LED will illuminate.

The rear window defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes, or when the ignition is turned to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position. To manually turn off the defroster before 10 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.

CABIN AIR FILTER

Your vehicle is equipped with a cabin air filter, which is located just in front of the windshield under the cowl grille on the passenger side of the vehicle.

The particulate air filtration system is designed to reduce the concentration of airborne particles such as dust, spores and pollen in the air being supplied to the interior of the vehicle. The particulate filtration system gives the following benefits to customers:

• Improves the customer’s driving comfort by reducing particle concentration

• Improves the interior compartment cleanliness

• Protects the climate control components from particle deposits

For more information regarding the interval at which you should replace the cabin air filter, refer to your scheduled maintenance information.

For additional cabin air filter information, or to replace the filter, see an authorized dealer.

HEADLAMP CONTROL

Turns the lamps off.

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

Turns the headlamps on.

High beams

Pull the lever towards you, to the second detent, to activate. Pull the lever towards you again to deactivate.

Flash to pass

Pull toward you, to the first detent, to activate and release to deactivate.

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Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)

Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. When activated, the DRL telltale is illuminated.

To activate:

• the ignition must be in the ON position,

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

• the parking brake must be disengaged.

Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during

Foglamp control (if equipped)

The foglamps can be turned on when the headlamp control is in

the high beams are not on.

Pull the headlamp control towards you to turn on the foglamps. The indicator light under the foglamp symbol will illuminate.

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL

Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable switches in the vehicle during headlamp and parklamp operation.

Move the control to the full upright position, past detent, to turn on the interior lamps.

or position and the

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.

Headlamp 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.

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• (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). The center of the lamp is marked by a 3.0 mm circle on the headlamp lens.

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 a flat zone of high intensity light located at the top of the beam pattern.

5. If the top edge of the high intensity light zone is not at the horizontal reference line, the headlamp will need to be adjusted.

6. Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp, then usea7mm Allen wrench or a Phillips screwdriver to adjust the headlamp up or down.

7. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON-ADJUSTABLE.

8. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.

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TURN SIGNAL CONTROL

• Push down to activate the left turn signal.

• Push up to activate the right turn signal.

The flash rate of the turn signal will speed up considerably if the Lighting Control Module detects a left or right turn lamp bulb (front or rear) is burned out.

INTERIOR LAMPS

Map lamps

Press the controls on either side of the lamp to turn the light on.

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.

Replacing exterior bulbs

Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.

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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 and an “E” for Europe 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

Headlamp H13 Park lamp, turn lamp, side marker (front) 3157 or 3157K Sidemarker (front) W5W or W5WL

Fog lamp

Tail lamp, brakelamp, turn lamp 3057K or 4057K Sidemarker (rear) W5W or W5WL High-mount brakelamp 921 Backup lamp 921 License plate lamp 168 Overhead console/map lamp W5W All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer.

Interior bulbs

Check the operation of all bulbs frequently.

9145–GT or H11–Pony

(if equipped)

Replacing headlamp bulbs

To remove the headlamp bulb:

Make sure headlamp switch is in the OFF position, then open the hood.

2. Disconnect the electrical

connector from the bulb by depressing the retainer clip and pulling rearward.

3. Remove the bulb by rotating it

counterclockwise and pulling it straight out.

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Handle a halogen headlamp

bulb carefully and keep out of children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by 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.

Install the new bulb in reverse order.

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs

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

2. Locate the lamp assembly from underneath the vehicle and rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly.

3. Pull the bulb straight out from the socket.

Install the new bulb in reverse order.

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs

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

2. Locate the lamp assembly from underneath the vehicle and rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly.

3. Pull the bulb straight out from the socket.

Install the new bulb in reverse order.

Replacing foglamp bulbs (if equipped)

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

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2. Remove the sight shield by loosening the six fasteners with a flat head screwdriver.

3. Remove the two underhood bolts attaching the bumper cover next to the grill and then pull the cover/grille/foglamp assembly forward to access the foglamp bulbs.

4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling it straight off.

5. Rotate the bulb counterclockwise and remove from the lamp assembly.

Install the new bulb in reverse order.

Replacing tail lamp/brake/rear turn signal lamp bulbs

The tail lamp, the brake lamp and the turn signal lamp bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly. Follow the same steps to replace either bulb.

1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open the trunk.

2. Carefully remove fasteners around the lamp area and then remove the interior trunk trim.

3. Disconnect the electrical grommet by pulling it straight off of the lamp assembly.

4. Remove three nut and washer assemblies and the lamp assembly from the vehicle.

5. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pulling it out of the lamp assembly.

6. Pull the bulb straight from the socket.

Install the new bulb in reverse order.

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Replacing backup bulbs

The backup lamp is located in the tail lamp assembly. Follow the same steps to replace either bulb.

1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open the trunk.

2. Carefully remove fasteners around the lamp area, then remove the interior trunk trim.

3. Disconnect the electrical connector by pulling it straight off of the lamp assembly.

4. Remove the three nut and washer assemblies and the lamp assembly from the vehicle.

5. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pulling it out of the lamp assembly.

6. Pull the bulb straight from the socket.

Install the new bulb in reverse order.

Replacing rear sidemarker lamp bulbs

1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and locate the sidemarker on the rear bumper fascia.

2. Install a flathead screwdriver between the rear of the sidemarker lens and the bumper fascia.

3. Push the screwdriver to the front of the vehicle and then slide it towards you to pop out the lens cover.

4. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of socket.

Install the new bulb in reverse order.

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Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs

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

2. Inside trunk, pull the trim panel straight off of the underside of the trunk lid.

3. Locate the lighting assembly and push the release tab to access the bulb socket.

4. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of socket.

Install the new bulb in reverse order.

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs

1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position, then remove the two screws and the license plate lamp assembly.

2. Remove bulb socket by turning counterclockwise.

3. Carefully pull the bulb out from the socket.

Install new bulb(s) in reverse order.

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MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER

Windshield wiper: For intermittent operation, move control up one position.

Adjust the rotary control to the desired speed setting.

For normal or low speed wiper operation, move control up two positions from OFF.

For high speed wiper operation, move control up three positions from OFF.

Windshield washer: Pull the end of the stalk towards you:

• briefly: causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid.

• a quick pull and hold: the wipers will swipe three times with washer fluid.

• a long pull and hold: the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for up to ten seconds.

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TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED)

To adjust the steering wheel:

1. Push the lever down to unlock

the steering column. While the lever is in the down position, tilt the steering column to its desired orientation.

2. While holding the steering

column, pull the lever up to its original position to lock the steering column.

Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is

moving.

AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)

Power outlets are 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 power point is an additional power source for electrical accessories. The power points are located on the instrument panel and inside the center console storage bin.

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(s) over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC/180W.

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.

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Cigarette/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.

CENTER CONSOLE

Your vehicle is equipped with a variety of console features. These include:

• Dual cupholders

• Auxiliary power point (in bin)

• Coin holder slots (in bin)

Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision.

POWER WINDOWS

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 pull the switches to open and close windows.

• Push down (to the first detent) and hold the switch to open.

• Pull up (to the first detent) and hold the switch to close.

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Express down (One Touch Down, Front windows only)

Allows the driver and passenger’s window to open fully without holding the control down. Push the switch completely down to the

second detent and release quickly. The window will open fully. Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation.

Express Up (One Touch Up, Front windows only)

Allows the driver and passenger’s window to close fully without holding the control up. Pull the switch completely up to the second detent and release quickly. The window will close fully. Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation

Restoring the Express up functionality (Front windows only)

Under low battery power conditions, Express Up only functionality may be lost. To reset this function after restoring full battery power, pull the switch to the Express Up position, hold the switch until the glass reaches the stall position and continue to hold for 2 seconds. Push the window switch DOWN and operate the window to the full down position. Express UP will now be functional. Perform Express UP

re-calibration with door closed only. Calibrating with door open will cause the window to continuously bounce back.

Accessory delay

With accessory delay, the window switches and radio may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until any door or trunk is opened.

Bounce Back (Front windows only)

When an obstacle has been detected in the window opening as the window is moving upward, the window will automatically move down and stop at a prescribed position.

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Bounce Back Override (Front windows only)

To override Bounce Back, within 2 seconds after reaching Bounce Back position, if the switch is moved from the Neutral to the Express Up position the window will travel up with no bounce back protection. If the switch is released before the window reaches fully closed position, the window will stop. For example: Bounce Back Override can be used to overcome the resistance of ice on the window or seals.

Short drop glass (Front windows only)

In order to improve door efforts and sealing, your vehicle is equipped with short drop glass. This feature lowers the glass when either door is opened. The glass returns to its closed position when the door is closed.

Proper operation of the short drop glass requires that the windows be calibrated. Though your windows will have been calibrated before

your vehicle is delivered to you, it is possible for the windows to lose calibration. If a window loses its calibration, your short drop

feature will lower the window, but will not raise it again when the door is closed. To re-calibrate the window, pull the switch up to raise the window until it completes its travel and hold the switch up for 2 seconds. Another possible effect of lost calibration is that the feature may not lower the window. To re-calibrate the window in this case, lower the window until it completes its travel and hold the switch down for 2 seconds. Immediately after releasing the window down switch, pull the switch up to raise the window until it completes its travel and hold the switch up for 2 seconds. Perform Short drop re-calibration with

doors closed only. Re-Calibrating with doors open will cause the window to continuously bounce back.

Rear Power Windows (Convertible Only)

The rear quarter windows are operated by a single window switch located at the Driver door window controls. Press and pull the window switch to open and close the windows.

• Push down and hold the switch to open.

• Pull up and hold the switch to close.

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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.

SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

With speed control set, you can maintain a speed of 30 mph (48 km/h) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. Speed control does not work at speeds below 30 mph (48 km/h).

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 + control and

release it.

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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.

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SET

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

• If the vehicle speed decreases to 30 mph (48 km/h) or less, your speed control will disengage

Disengaging speed control

To disengage the speed control:

• Depress the brake pedal or 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

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set speed. The RES control will not work if the vehicle speed is not faster than 30 mph (48 km/h).

Increasing speed while using speed control

There are three ways to set a higher speed:

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• Press and hold the SET + control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control.

• Press and release the SET + control to operate the Tap-Up function. Each tap will increase the set speed by 1 mph (1.6 km/h).

• Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET + control.

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Reducing speed while using speed control

There are three ways to reduce a set speed:

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• Press and hold the SET - control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control.

• Press and release the SET - control to operate the Tap-Down function. Each tap will decrease the set speed by 1 mph (1.6 km/h).

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

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Turning off speed control

There are two ways to turn off the speed control:

• Press the speed control OFF control.

• Turn OFF the ignition.

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

CONVERTIBLE (IF EQUIPPED)

Do not store articles behind rear seat. Articles stored in the convertible top stowage compartment may break the rear glass window when the top is lowered.

Lowering the convertible top

The convertible top can be lowered with the side windows down. The windows will automatically lower when lowering or raising the top.

The convertible top will not operate unless the vehicle is traveling under 3.1 mph (5 km/h). Do not lower the top when the top material is wet.

To lower the convertible top:

1. Bring vehicle to a complete stop. Key must be in the ON position. It is

recommended that the vehicle’s engine is running when lowering the top to prevent draining the battery.

2. Check the convertible top stowage compartment behind the rear seat

to be sure it is empty and ready to receive the top. Check the convertible top outer surface to be sure it is free of leaves and debris.

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The latch handles must be pulled downwards fully to allow the latch to fully rotate into the open position

3. Unclamp the top from the

windshield header by pulling each latch handle down and then rotating the latch to the rear until it clears the header.

Note: If the top has not been lowered for some time and sticks to the windshield header, push the front of the top up slightly with your hand to loosen it.

4. Push the convertible top switch

on the overhead console and hold until the windows are completely down and the top is completely stored.

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Installation of the boot (if equipped)

Be sure the boot is secure on the vehicle before driving.

1. Install the boot on the vehicle by hooking the boot retaining clips on

the back panel.

2. Install the boot on the right side tucking in the front part of the boot

in the quarter panel and hooking the retaining clip on the side.

3. Install the boot on the left side tucking in the front part of the boot in

the quarter panel and hooking the retaining clip on the side.

4. Tuck the boot corners behind the shoulder belts.

5. Secure the boot straps on the rear seat hooks behind the rear seat.

Note: Improper installation can result in loss and/or damage of the boot while driving.

Always secure the retaining clips and boot straps on the vehicle or the boot may come loose while driving.

To remove, unhook the boot straps from the rear seat hooks and push the boot down slightly unhooking the boot retaining clips from the vehicle and lift off.

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Storing the boot

1. Position the boot right-side up and fold each side of the boot inward.

2. Turn the boot upside down and fold the left side of the boot inward.

3. Fold the right side inward and secure the boot with the strap.

Stow the boot in the trunk.

Raising the convertible top

The convertible top will not operate unless the vehicle is traveling under 3.1 mph (5 km/h).

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To raise the convertible top:

1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. Key must be in the ON position.

It is recommended that the vehicle’s engine is running when raising the top to prevent draining the battery.

2. Push the convertible top switch,

holding it until the windows lower completely and the top unfolds and moves forward toward the windshield header.

3. You can release the convertible

top switch to open both latch handles before the top meets the windshield header. Make sure the latch handles are pulled down fully for hand clearance and are swung to the fully open position.

Note: If the top has been in the down position for an extended period or if the temperature is low, the top material may shrink a small amount. Pulling down on the latch handles and at the center grip in the header will make it easier to fasten the top.

4. Continue to use the convertible top switch to raise the top until it has

reached the fully closed position flush to the header.

Note: The two pins under the forward edge of the top should seat themselves in the matching holes in the header.

The latch handles must be pulled downwards fully to allow the latch to fully rotate into the closed position.

5. Secure the Driver’s side latch first

then secure the Passenger side. Pull down firmly on the latch handles before rotating them into the windshield header until they reach the full forward position. Pulling down on the latch handles and at the center grip in the header will make it easier to fasten the top.

6. Raise the front and rear side

windows.

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MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)

With the ignition in the ON position, the message center, located on your instrument cluster, displays important vehicle information

through a constant monitor of vehicle systems. You may select

display features on the message center for a display of status. The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings followed by a long indicator chime.

Note: Refer to the SETUP menu in this section to select the Single or Dual mode display in your message center.

Selectable features

Reset

Press this control to select and reset functions shown in the INFO menu and SETUP menu.

Setup menu

Press this control for the following displays:

• System Check

• Display Color

• Units (English/Metric)

• Display Mode

• Language

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System check

Selecting this function from the SETUP menu causes the message center to cycle through each of the systems being monitored. For each of the monitored systems, the message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for two seconds.

Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the systems being monitored.

The sequence of the system check report and how it appears in the message center is as follows:

1. OIL PRESSURE

2. CHARGING SYSTEM

3. DRIVER DOOR

4. PASSENGER DOOR

5. TRUNK

6. BRAKE SYSTEM

7. TRAC CONTROL (if equipped)

8. FUEL CAP

9. FUEL LEVEL

10. MILES TO EMPTY

Display color

The instrument cluster gauges are backlit with white backlighting when the headlamps are off. When the headlamps are on, the user can select one of six preset colors or one user definable color (MyColor娂) for the nighttime gauge backlighting. Headlamps must be on to set up the nighttime display color.

Note: A gauge in a warning condition will be lit red when the headlamps are on.

1. Press SETUP to get to the

DISPLAY COLOR set up menu.

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2. Pressing RESET will scroll through the following selectable colors:

Green Blue Purple White Orange Red MyColor Adjust (to define MyColor)

Adjusting MyColor娂: MyColor娂 is a user defined backlighting color. The backlighting colors are achieved through the blending of light from Red, Green, and Blue LEDs. Apart from the 6 preset colors, drivers can create their own color by adjusting the levels of the three primary colors through the MyColor娂 feature to achieve any of 125 different combinations.

The vehicle must be stationary to enter the MyColor娂 adjust mode. To enter the MyColor娂 adjust mode, hold RESET for 3 seconds at the Adjust menu, or press SETUP to scroll though the display colors again. When in the MyColor娂 adjust mode, pressing RESET will step through the Red, Green, Blue and Exit options. Pressing SETUP will increment the proportion of the color being adjusted. Try many combinations and record your favorites. To Save and Exit MyColor娂 adjust hold RESET for 3 seconds when prompted. Pressing RESET for less than 3 seconds will cycle back through the color components.

Units (English/Metric)

1. Select this function from the

SETUP menu for the current units to be displayed.

2. Press the RESET control to

change from English to Metric.

Display Mode

1. Select this function from the

SETUP menu to select the Display Mode.

2. Single Mode will display only the

selected function. Dual Mode will display the selected function and the odometer.

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Language

1. Select this function from the

SETUP menu for the current language to be displayed.

2. Pressing the RESET control

cycles the message center through each of the language choices.

3. Press and hold the RESET

control to set the language choice.

Info menu

This control displays the following control displays:

• Odometer

• Trip odometer

• Distance to Empty

• Average Fuel Economy

• Instantaneous Fuel Economy

• Fuel Used

• Trip Elapsed Drive Time

• Average Speed

• Blank Display

Odometer/Trip odometer

Refer to Gauges in the Instrument Cluster chapter.

Distance to empty (DTE)

Selecting this function from the INFO menu estimates approximately how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under normal driving conditions. Remember to turn the ignition OFF when refueling to allow this feature to correctly detect the added fuel.

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Single mode display

Dual mode display

The DTE function will display LOW FUEL LEVEL and sound a tone for one second when you have approximately 50 miles (80 km) to empty. If you RESET this warning message, this display and tone will return within 10 minutes.

DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy, which is based on your recent driving history of 500 miles (800 km). This value is not the same as the average fuel economy display. The running average fuel economy is reinitialized to a factory default value if the battery is disconnected.

Average fuel economy (AFE)

Select this function from the INFO menu to display your average fuel economy in miles/gallon or liters/100 km.

If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing miles traveled by gallons of fuel used (liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled), your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons:

• Your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up

• Differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at

service stations

• Variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another

• Rounding of the displayed values to the nearest gallon (0.1 liter)

1. Drive the vehicle at least 5 miles (8 km) with the speed control

system engaged to display a stabilized average.

2. Record the highway fuel economy for future reference.

It is important to press the RESET control after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings.

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Instantaneous fuel economy

Select this function from the INFO menu to display your instantaneous fuel economy. This will display your fuel economy as a Bar Graph ranging from

to Your vehicle must be moving to calculate instantaneous fuel economy.

When your vehicle is not moving, this function shows illuminated. Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset.

Fuel Used

Select this function from the INFO menu to display the fuel used since last reset. The information displayed will be in gallons or liters, depending on English/metric mode state.

Trip elapsed drive time

Select this function from the INFO menu to display a timer. Trip elapsed drive time will only accumulate time when the ignition is in the Run/Start position.

To operate the Trip Elapsed Drive Time perform the following:

1. Press and release RESET in order to start the timer.

2. Press and release RESET to pause the timer.

3. Press and hold RESET for 2 seconds in order to reset the timer.

Average speed

Select this function from the INFO menu to display average speed since last reset.

excellent economy.

poor economy

, one or no bars

Blank Display

Select this function from the INFO control to turn your message center display OFF.

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System warnings

System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle’s operating systems.

In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for 4 seconds.

The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages. This allows you to use the full functionality of the message center after you acknowledge the warning by pressing the RESET control and clearing the warning message.

Warning messages that have been reset are divided into three categories:

• They will not disappear until a condition is changed.

• They will reappear on the display ten minutes from the reset.

• They will not reappear until an ignition OFF-ON cycle has been

completed.

This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist within the vehicle.

Warning display Status

Driver’s door ajar Warning cannot be reset Passenger door ajar Low oil pressure Warning returns after 10 minutes Check charging system Check traction control娂 Check fuel cap Low fuel level Check brake system Warning returns after the ignition key Low brake fluid level

DRIVER’S DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the driver’s door is not completely closed.

PASSENGER DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the passenger side door is not completely closed.

TRUNK AJAR. Displayed when the trunk is not completely closed. LOW FUEL LEVEL. Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel

condition. CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM. Displayed when the electrical system is

not maintaining proper voltage. If you are operating electrical accessories

is turned from OFF to ON.

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when the engine is idling at a low speed, turn off as many of the electrical loads as soon as possible. If the warning stays on or comes on when the engine is operating at normal speeds, have the electrical system checked as soon as possible.

PARK BRAKE ON. Displayed when the manual park brake is set. If the warning stays on after the park brake is released, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM. Displayed when the braking system is not operating properly. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

LOW BRAKE FLUID LEVEL. Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately. Refer to Brake fluid reservoir in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

LOW OIL PRESSURE. Displayed when the engine oil pressure is low. If this warning message is displayed, check the level of the engine oil. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for information about adding engine oil. If the oil level is OK and this warning persists, shut down the engine immediately and contact your authorized dealer for service.

CHECK FUEL CAP. Displayed when the fuel filler cap is not properly installed. Check the fuel filler cap for proper installation. Refer to Fuel

filler cap under the Fuel Information section in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

CHECK TRACTION CONTROL娂. Displayed when the Traction Control娂 system is not operating properly. If this message is displayed on the message center the Traction Control娂 system will be partially operable. If this warning stays on, contact your authorized dealer for service as soon as possible. For further information, refer to Traction control娂 in the Driving chapter.

TURN SIGNAL ON REMINDER. Displayed when the turn signal is activated and the vehicle is driven more that 1/2 mile (0.8 km).

Driver Controls

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT (IF EQUIPPED)

Only use one set of floor mats at any given time.

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 or the brake pedal. To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure.

Note: Do not install additional floor mats on top of the factory installed floor mats as they may interfere with the throttle, brake and clutch pedals.

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KEYS

One key operates all the locks and starts the vehicle. Always carry a spare key with you in case of an emergency.

Your keys are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed key will not permit your vehicle to start. If you lose your authorized dealer supplied keys, replacement keys are available through your authorized dealer. Refer to the SecuriLock娂 passive anti-theft system section later in this chapter for more information.

POWER DOOR LOCKS

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

Press the

Note: When the active anti-theft system (if equipped) is armed and the power door trim switch inhibit feature (the default for power door switch inhibit feature is disabled) has been activated via the driver configuration process, control of the interior power door locks is disabled until the vehicle is disarmed. For more information about the driver configuration process, refer to the Deactivating/activating the power door trim switch inhibit feature section later in this chapter.

Press the

Smart locks

This feature helps prevent you from locking yourself out of the vehicle if your key is still in the ignition.

When you open the driver’s door and you lock the vehicle with the power door lock control, all the doors will lock, then the driver’s door will automatically unlock reminding you that your key is still in the ignition.

The vehicle can still be locked, with the key in the ignition, using the manual lock button on the door, locking the driver’s door with a key or using the lock button on the remote entry transmitter.

control to unlock all doors.

control to lock all doors.

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Autolock (if equipped)

On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, this feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when:

• all doors are closed,

• the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position,

• the brake is pressed before reaching 5 mph (8 km/h), and

• then the vehicle increases to more than 5 mph (8 km/h).

Relock

The autolock feature repeats when:

• an “autolock” occurrence has already taken place,

• the brake is depressed while vehicle speed is less than 5 mph (8

km/h),

• any vehicle door is opened and then all doors become closed again, and

• then the vehicle increases to more than 5 mph (8 km/h).

Deactivating/activating the autolock feature

Before following the procedure, make sure that the ignition is in the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position and all vehicle doors are closed.

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 the 3 (ON) to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position.

4. Press the power door unlock control three times.

5. Turn the ignition back to the 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 1 (OFF/LOCK) position. The horn will chirp

once to confirm the procedure is complete.

Central locking and unlocking feature

Your vehicle’s keys are designed to lock and unlock the driver’s door, as well as open the trunk.

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• The driver’s door is unlocked when the key is inserted in the driver door key cylinder and turned to the unlock position. The driver’s door is locked when the key is inserted in the driver door key cylinder and turned to the lock position.

Note: Locking the driver door with the key does not lock the passenger door. Use the power door lock control or manually lock the passenger door to ensure the vehicle is properly secured.

Power door trim switch inhibit (if equipped)

This feature disables the power door lock controls if all the doors are locked and the active anti-theft system (if equipped) becomes armed. For more information concerning the active anti-theft system, refer to Active anti-theft system (if equipped) later in this chapter.

Once the power door trim switches are disabled, they can only become active when a valid electronic unlock event (i.e., using the remote entry transmitter) occurs.

Deactivating/activating the power door trim switch inhibit feature

Before following the procedure, make sure that the ignition is in the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position and all vehicle doors are closed.

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 the 3 (ON) to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position.

4. Press the power door unlock control three times.

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

6. Press the lock control two times. The horn will chirp once if power

door trim switch inhibit was deactivated or twice (one short and one long chirp) if the feature was activated.

7. Turn the ignition to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position. The horn will chirp

once to confirm the procedure is complete.

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 location of the release handle.

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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

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-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 is equipped with a remote entry system which allows you to:

• unlock the vehicle doors without a key.

• lock all the vehicle doors without a key.

• activate the personal alarm.

• release the decklid.

• arm and disarm the active

anti-theft system (if equipped).

If there are problems with the remote entry system, make sure to take ALL remote entry transmitters with you to the authorized dealer in order to aid in troubleshooting the problem.

Unlocking the doors

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

lamps will illuminate and the active anti-theft system (if equipped) will disarm.

2. Press

passenger door.

and release again within three seconds to unlock the

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Locking the doors

1. Press and release to lock all the doors. Note: The interior lamps

will turn off (unless the dome lamp control is in the full-up position), and the turn signal lamps will flash if all doors, trunk and hood (if equipped with active anti-theft system) are closed and locked. If the vehicle is not equipped with the active anti-theft system, the turn signal lamps will flash if all doors and the trunk are closed and locked.

2. Press

doors are closed and locked. Note: The doors will lock again, the horn will chirp once and the turn signal lamps will flash once more.

If any of the doors, trunk or hood (if equipped with active anti-theft system) are not properly closed the horn will make two quick chirps and the turn signal lamps will not flash. If the vehicle is not equipped with the active anti-theft system, the horn will make two quick chirps and the turn signal lamps will not flash if the doors and the trunk are not closed and locked.

Opening the trunk

Press

• 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.

The remote entry system allows you to open the trunk while the ignition is in any position. However, if the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position and the vehicle is in motion, the trunk will not open if the vehicle is moving 3 mph (5 km/h) or faster.

and release again within three seconds to confirm that all the

once to open the trunk.

Sounding a panic alarm

Press and interior lamps will flash for a maximum of approximately 3 minutes. Press again or turn the ignition to the 2 (ACCESSORY) or 3 (ON) position to deactivate, or wait for the alarm to timeout in 3 minutes.

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

Replacing the battery

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

to activate the alarm. The horn will sound and the turn signal

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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.

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.

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To reprogram the remote entry transmitters:

1. Ensure the vehicle is

electronically unlocked.

2. Put the key in the ignition.

3. Cycle eight times rapidly (within

10 seconds) between the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position and 3 (ON). Note: The eighth turn must end in the 3 (ON) position. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programming mode has been activated.

4. 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. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that this remote entry transmitter has been programmed.

5. Repeat Step 4 to program each additional remote entry transmitter.

6. Turn the ignition to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position after you have

finished programming all of the remote entry transmitters. Note: After 20 seconds, you will automatically exit the programming mode. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programming mode has been exited.

Illuminated entry

The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door(s).

The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if:

• the ignition switch is turned to the 3 (ON) position, or

• the remote transmitter lock control is pressed, or

• after 25 seconds of illumination.

The dome lamp control must not be set to the off position for the illuminated entry system to operate.

The inside lights will not turn off if:

• they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or

• any door is open.

The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position and a door is left

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open, and in 30 minutes if the dome lamp control is left on and the ignition has been turned to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position. The battery saver will also shut off the trunk lamps in 30 minutes if the trunk is left open.

SECURILOCK姟 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM

SecuriLock娂 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娂 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 1 (OFF/LOCK) position, the indicator will flash once every 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLock娂 system is functioning as a theft deterrent.

• 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娂 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.

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Automatic arming

The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position.

The theft indicator will flash every two seconds when the vehicle is armed.

Automatic disarming

Switching the ignition to the 3 (ON) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle.

• The theft indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out.

• If the theft indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your authorized dealer.

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.

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Tips:

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

• Only use Securilock娂 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 no previously programmed coded keys are 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 1

(OFF/LOCK) 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.

3. Turn the ignition to the 1

(OFF/LOCK) position, and remove the coded key from the ignition.

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

insert the other previously programmed coded key into the ignition.

5. Turn the ignition from the 1 (OFF/LOCK) 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.

6. Turn the ignition to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position, and remove the

second key from the ignition.

7. Within twenty seconds of removing the previously programmed coded

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

8. Turn the ignition from the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position to the 3 (ON)

position. Keep the ignition in the 3 (ON) position for at least one second.

9. 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 rapidly. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the new key(s) programmed.

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

ACTIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

The active anti-theft system is designed to warn you in the event of an unauthorized entry to your vehicle and is also designed to help prevent the unwanted towing of the vehicle.

When the vehicle is locked and armed, the active anti-theft system monitors the following:

• Doors

• Hood

• Trunk

• Movement inside the vehicle

• Change in vehicle inclination

Note: The active anti-theft system includes a motion detection system which monitors the passenger cabin and a vehicle incline sensor which detects changes in vehicle attitude.

The interior motion detection and vehicle incline sensing systems will operate only when the vehicle is locked using the remote keyless entry transmitter or when using the power door lock control with the accompanying door open and all doors then become closed. For convertible vehicles, the convertible top must be in the fully closed and latched position for the interior motion sensing system to arm. If you lock the vehicle using the key in the driver door key cylinder, the system will monitor the doors, trunk, and hood but the motion sensing and vehicle incline sensing will not arm.

Do not arm the interior motion detection system if movement within the vehicle is likely to occur. Additionally, do not arm the vehicle incline sensing system when the vehicle is in transport.

For proper operation of the interior motion detection system, ensure all windows are closed prior to arming the system. This will help prevent accidental alarm activation due to external influences and ensure proper interior motion detection. Additionally, the interior motion sensing system will not arm if either door or the trunk is ajar.

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

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Arming the system

When armed, the active anti-theft system is designed to notify you of an unauthorized entry. When unauthorized entry or towing occurs, the system will flash the turn signal lamps and interior lamps and sounds the security horn.

The system is ready to arm whenever the key is out of the ignition. Any of the following actions will arm the alarm system:

• Press the remote transmitter lock control one time to arm the system.

• Lock all doors using the interior power lock switch while the driver or

passenger door is open and then becomes closed.

• Lock the driver door with the key in the key lock cylinder (this will not however arm the interior motion or vehicle incline sensing systems or lock the passenger door).

If all the closures (doors, trunk, hood) are closed, the turn signal lamps will flash once. If any closure is not properly closed the parklamps will not flash. Note: Locking the driver door with the key does not lock the passenger door. Use the power door lock control or manually lock the passenger door to ensure the vehicle is properly secured.

The system will wait 20 seconds after locking before triggering an alarm. After the 20–second pre-arm phase, the power door unlock control is disabled (for more information, refer to Power door trim switch inhibit section earlier in this chapter) to further protect your vehicle.

Disarming the system

You can disarm the active anti-theft system by any of the following actions:

• Unlock the doors by using the remote entry transmitter.

• Unlock the driver’s door with the key in the door lock cylinder.

• Turn the ignition to the 3 (ON) position with a programmed coded

ignition key.

Note: Unlocking the trunk inhibits the motion and tilt sensing systems, but the system continues to monitor the doors and hood. Once the trunk becomes closed the motion and tilt sensing systems will re-arm.

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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

Your vehicle’s seats are 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.

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Lift the head restraint to raise the height.

To lower the head restraint, press the button located on the driver’s side post.

Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)

Never adjust the driver’s

seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving.

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap

belt snug and low across the hips.

Lift handle to move seat forward or backward.

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Pull lever up to adjust the angle of the seatback.

Four-way seat adjust (driver side only)

Pump the handle upwards to raise the cushion and pump downward to lower the cushion to the desired location.

Using the power lumbar support (if equipped)

The power lumbar control is located on the top of the seat side shield.

Press one side of the control to increase lower back firmness.

Press the other side of the control to decrease lower back firmness.

Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)

Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is

moving.

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Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring

people in a collision or sudden stop.

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap

belt snug and low across the hips.

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.

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 the seatback 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 section for additional details. Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the front passenger seat sensing system.

The control is located on the outboard side of the driver’s seat.

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Move the switch in the direction of the arrows to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion.

Move the switch in the direction of the arrows to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion.

Press the switch in the direction of the arrows to move the seat forward, backward, up or down.

Rear seat entry/exit

Use the seatback release to fold the back of the front seat forward for rear seat access. This release handle is located on the upper back of the front seat. The seatback locks automatically when returned to the normal position.

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Use the recliner handle to return the seatback to the desired position.

REAR SEATS

2nd seat/split-folding rear seat

One or both rear seatbacks (coupe only) can be folded down to provide additional cargo space.

To lower the seatback(s) from inside the vehicle, pull strap to release seat back and then fold seatback down.

When raising the seatback(s), make sure you hear the seat latch into place. Pull on the seatback to ensure that it has latched.

Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure

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SAFETY RESTRAINTS

Personal Safety System姟

The Personal Safety System娂 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.

Your vehicle’s Personal Safety System娂 consists of:

• Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints.

• Driver and front passenger side airbags (if equipped)

• 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, front passenger sensing system, and indicator lights.

How does the Personal Safety System姟 work?

The Personal Safety System娂 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娂 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.

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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 section in this chapter.

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娂 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娂 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.

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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 seat 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.

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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 passenger front airbag and side airbag (if equipped) when the passenger seat is empty to prevent unnecessary replacement of airbag(s) after a collision.

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娂 to tailor the airbag deployment and safety belt pretensioner activation depending upon safety belt usage. Refer to Safety Belt section in this chapter.

Front safety belt pretensioners

The front outboard safety belt pretensioners are designed to tighten the safety belts firmly against the occupant’s body during a collision. This maximizes the effectiveness of the safety belts and helps properly position the occupant relative to the airbag to improve protection. The safety belt pretensioners can be either activated alone or, if the collision is of sufficient severity, together with the airbags.

Front safety belt energy management retractors

The front outboard 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姟 is operational

The Personal Safety System娂 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娂 is not required.

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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, 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.

• The warning light will either flash or stay lit.

• 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娂 serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision.

Safety restraints 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 in the back seat 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 airbag

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.

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

to die than a person wearing a safety belt.

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.

Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been

closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them.

Combination lap and shoulder belts

The belt guide is intended to improve access to the safety belt and to allow access to the rear seat.

Before fastening the safety belt, make sure lower portion of the lap and shoulder belt passes underneath the belt guide at the bottom of the seatback. Pull the magnets apart to release the belt guide and move the lap and shoulder belt out of the way of passengers entering and exiting the rear seats.

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The belt guide is secured to the side shield by fastening the magnet on the guide strap to the magnet on the side shield.

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.

The center of the rear seat is NOT designed as a seating

position. The LATCH anchors were not designed to be used with a child seat in the center position and there is no tether anchor available at the center. Attempted use of the center as a seating position will increase the risk of injury or death in the event of a collision.

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Energy Management Feature

• This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management feature at the front seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head-on collision.

• 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.

After any vehicle collision, the safety belt system at all outboard

seating positions (except driver, which has no “automatic locking retractor” feature) must be checked by an authorized dealer to verify that the “automatic locking retractor” feature for child seats is still functioning properly. In addition, all safety belts should be checked for proper function.

BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if

the safety belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature or any other safety belt function is not operating properly when checked by an authorized dealer.

Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could

increase the risk of injury in collisions.

The front 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 described below:

Vehicle sensitive mode

This is the normal retractor mode, which allows 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

The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt.

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.

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This mode should be used any time a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position. 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.

• 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 safety belt assemblies

and attaching hardware should be inspected by an authorized dealer after any collision. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.

Disconnect 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.

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After any vehicle collision, the front passenger and rear outboard

seat belt systems must be checked by an authorized dealer to verify that the “automatic locking retractor” feature for child seats is still functioning properly. In addition, all seat belts should be checked for proper function.

BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if

the seat belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checked by an authorized dealer.

Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could

increase the risk of injury in collisions.

Safety belt pretensioner

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

The safety belt pretensioner is a device which removes excess webbing from the safety belt system. The safety belt pretensioner uses the same crash sensor system as the front airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS). When the safety belt pretensioner deploys, webbing from the lap and shoulder belt is tightened. Refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in this chapter.

The driver and front passenger seat 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 isa8inch(20 cm) safety belt extension assembly that can be added (part number 611C22). This assembly can be obtained from an authorized dealer.

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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.

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.

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Conditions of operation

If... Then...

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

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

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

BeltMinder姞

The BeltMinder威 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 BeltMinder威 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 BeltMinder威 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 BeltMinder威 feature. The warnings are the same for the driver and the front passenger. If the BeltMinder威 warnings have expired (warnings for approximately 5 minutes) for one occupant (driver or front passenger), the other occupant can still activate the BeltMinder威 feature.

The safety belt warning light illuminates1-2 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 indicator chime will remain off.

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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 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 BeltMinder威 feature will not activate.

The BeltMinder威 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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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

more we drive, the more we are exposed to “rare” events, even for good drivers. 1in4ofuswillbe

seriously injured in a crash during our lifetime.

“I’m not going far” 3of4fatal crashes occur within 25

miles (40 km) of home.

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

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.

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

BeltMinder威 reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up.

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

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

60% in light trucks.

“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”

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.

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Reasons given... Consider...

“I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection when

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

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

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 to avoid the

BeltMinder威 chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of injury in an accident. To disable (one-time) or deactivate the BeltMinder威 feature please follow the directions stated below.

One time disable

If at any time the driver/front passenger quickly buckles then unbuckles the safety belt for that seating position, the BeltMinder威 is disabled for the current ignition cycle. The BeltMinder威 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.

Deactivating/activating the BeltMinder姞 feature

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

Read Steps1-4thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation/activation programming procedure.

Note: The driver and front passenger BeltMinder威 features must be disabled/enabled separately. Both cannot be disable/enabled during the same key cycle.

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The driver and front passenger BeltMinder威 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 gearshift is in N (Neutral) (Manual transmission)

• The ignition switch is in the OFF position

• The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled

To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate the

BeltMinder威 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 restraint system warning light (airbag light) will be turned on for three seconds.

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

then unbuckle the safety belt.

• This will disable the BeltMinder威 feature for that seating position if it is currently enabled. As confirmation, the restraint system warning light will flash 4 times per second for 3 seconds.

• This will enable the BeltMinder威 feature for that seating position if it is currently disabled. As confirmation, the restraint system warning light will flash 4 times per second for 3 seconds, followed by 3 seconds with the light off, then followed by the restraint system warning light flashing 4 times per second for 3 seconds again.

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AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)

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.

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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.

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

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

Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle

(including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system, increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of the vehicle.

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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 a longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the airbag 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 sufficient enough to cause activation. 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 or sodium compounds which may irritate the skin and eyes, but none of the residue is toxic.

While the SRS 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. It is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the airbag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control.

The SRS consists of:

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

• one or more impact and safing sensors

• a readiness light and tone

• a 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.

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.

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Ford Mustang 2006 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction

CONGRATULATIONS

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guide

Warning symbols on your vehicle

Protecting the environment

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

SPECIAL NOTICES

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

Special instructions

Service Data Recording

Event Data Recording

Cell phone use

Middle East/North Africa vehicle specific information

Instrument Cluster

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

GAUGES

Entertainment Systems

AUDIO SYSTEMS

AM/FM stereo/ single CD sound system (if equipped)

SHAKER 500 — Audiophile In-Dash Six CD/MP3 Sound System (if equipped)

SHAKER 1000 — Audiophile In-dash Six CD/MP3 Sound System (if equipped)

MP3 track and folder structure

GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION

Climate Controls

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

Operating tips

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (R )

CABIN AIR FILTER

HEADLAMP CONTROL

High beams

Flash to pass

Lights

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)

Foglamp control (if equipped)

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL

AIMING THE HEADLAMPS

Headlamp vertical aim adjustment

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL

INTERIOR LAMPS

Map lamps

BULB REPLACEMENT

Headlamp Condensation

Replacing exterior bulbs

Using the right bulbs

Interior bulbs

Replacing headlamp bulbs

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs

Replacing foglamp bulbs (if equipped)

Replacing tail lamp/brake/rear turn signal lamp bulbs

Replacing backup bulbs

Replacing rear sidemarker lamp bulbs

Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs

Driver Controls

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER

TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED)

AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)

CENTER CONSOLE

POWER WINDOWS

Accessory delay

Bounce Back (Front windows only)

Bounce Back Override (Front windows only)

Short drop glass (Front windows only)

Rear Power Windows (Convertible Only)

EXTERIOR MIRRORS

Power side view mirrors (if equipped)

SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

Setting speed control

Disengaging speed control

Resuming a set speed

Increasing speed while using speed control

Reducing speed while using speed control

Turning off speed control