Ford Mustang 2012 Owner's Manual

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Table of Contents

Introduction 4

Instrument Cluster 12

Warning lights and chimes 12 Gauges 17 Message center 19

Entertainment Systems 29

Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 38 USB port 40 Satellite radio information 44 Navigation system 47 SYNC威 47

Climate Controls 48

Manual heating and air conditioning 48 Navigation system based climate control 51 Rear window defroster 55

Lights 56

Headlamps 56 Turn signal control 61 Interior lamps 62 Bulb replacement 62

Driver Controls 70

Windshield wiper/washer control 70 Steering wheel adjustment 71 Power windows 75 Mirrors 78 Speed control 79

Locks and Security 96

Keys 96 Locks 102 Anti-theft system 112

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Seating and Safety Restraints 118

Seating 118 Personal Safety System™ 129 Safety belt system 132 Airbags 143 Child restraints 155

Tires, Wheels and Loading 175

Tire information 175 Tire inflation 177 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 190 Vehicle loading 195 Trailer towing 202 Recreational towing 205

Driving 206

Starting 206 Brakes 212 AdvanceTrac威 213 Transmission operation 221 Reverse sensing system 226 Rear-view camera system 228

Roadside Emergencies 232

Getting roadside assistance 232 Hazard flasher control 233 Fuel pump shut-off 234 Fuses and relays 234 Changing tires 242 Temporary mobility kit 247 Wheel lug nut torque 256 Jump starting 257 Wrecker towing 260

Customer Assistance 262

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 269 Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 269

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Cleaning 270

Maintenance and Specifications 278

Engine compartment 280 Engine oil 283 Battery 287 Engine coolant 289 Fuel information 295 Air filter(s) 309 Part numbers 312 Maintenance product specifications and capacities 313 Engine data 316

Accessories 320

Ford Extended Service Plan 323

Scheduled Maintenance 327

Normal scheduled maintenance and log 333

Index 345

The information contained in this publication was correct at the time of going to print. In the interest of continuous development, we reserve the right to change specifications, design or equipment at any time without notice or obligation. No part of this publication may be reproduced, transmitted, stored in a retrieval system or translated into any language in any form by any means without our written permission. Errors and omissions excepted.

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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.

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

this feature will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. It can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). To restart your vehicle, refer to Fuel pump shut-off in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guide

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

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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 toward this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol.

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and

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

PERCHLORATE MATERIAL

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

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.

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Drive your new vehicle at least 100 miles (160 km) before performing extended wide open throttle maneuvers and at least 1,000 miles (1,600 km) before towing a trailer or before performance/competition conditions. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

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

SPECIAL NOTICES

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

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

Special instructions

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

WARNING: Please read the section Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints

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

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

DATA RECORDING

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 or share among them vehicle diagnostic information received through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing

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your vehicle. For U.S. only (if equipped), if you choose to use the SYNC威 Vehicle Health Report, you consent that certain diagnostic information may also be accessed electronically by Ford Motor Company and Ford authorized service facilities, and that the diagnostic information may be used for any purpose. See your SYNC威 supplement for more information.

Event Data Recording

This vehicle is equipped with an event data recorder (EDR). The main purpose of an EDR is to record, in certain crash or near crash-like situations, such as an airbag deployment or hitting a road obstacle; this data will assist in understanding how a vehicle’s systems performed. The EDR is designed to record data related to vehicle dynamics and safety systems for a short period of time, typically 30 seconds or less. The EDR in this vehicle is designed to record such data as:

• How various systems in your vehicle were operating;

• Whether or not the driver and passenger safety belts were

buckled/fastened;

• How far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator

and/or the brake pedal; and

• How fast the vehicle was travelling; and

• Where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.

This data can help provide a better understanding of the circumstances in which crashes and injuries occur.

Note: EDR data is recorded by your vehicle only if a non-trivial crash situation occurs; no data is recorded by the EDR under normal driving conditions and no personal data or information (e.g., name, gender, age, and crash location) is recorded (see limitations regarding 911 Assist and Traffic, directions and Information privacy below). However, parties, such as law enforcement, could combine the EDR data with the type of personally identifying data routinely acquired during a crash investigation.

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To read data recorded by an EDR, special equipment is required, and access to the vehicle or the EDR is needed. In addition to the vehicle manufacturer, other parties, such as law enforcement, that have such special equipment, can read the information if they have access to the vehicle or the EDR. 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.

Note: Including to the extent that any law pertaining to Event Data Recorders applies to SYNC威 or its features, please note the following: Once 911 Assist (if equipped) is enabled (set ON), 911 Assist may, through any paired and connected cell phone, disclose to emergency services that the vehicle has been in a crash involving the deployment of an airbag or, in certain vehicles, the activation of the fuel pump shut-off. Certain versions or updates to 911 Assist may also be capable of being used to electronically or verbally provide to 911 operators the vehicle location (such as latitude and longitude), and/or other details about the vehicle or crash or personal information about the occupants to assist 911 operators to provide the most appropriate emergency services. If you do not want to disclose this information, do not activate the 911 Assist feature. See your SYNC威 supplement for more information.

Additionally, when you connect to Traffic, Directions and Information (if equipped, U.S. only), the service uses GPS technology and advanced vehicle sensors to collect the vehicle’s current location, travel direction, and speed (“vehicle travel information”), only to help provide you with the directions, traffic reports, or business searches that you request. If you do not want Ford or its vendors to receive this information, do not activate the service. Ford Motor Company and the vendors it uses to provide you with this information do not store your vehicle travel information. For more information, see Traffic, Directions and Information, Terms and Conditions. See your SYNC威 supplement for more information.

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CELL PHONE USE

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

Mobile communication equipment includes, but is not limited to, cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, text messaging devices and portable two-way radios.

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle

control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that you use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving and that you comply with all applicable laws.

EXPORT UNIQUE (NON–UNITED STATES/CANADA) VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION

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

information and warnings.

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

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert

Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front

Airbag - Side

Child Seat Tether Anchor

Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System

Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based

Stability Control System Speed Control

Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment

See Owner’s Guide

Child Seat Lower Anchor

Brake System

Parking Aid System

Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe

Windshield Defrost/Demist

Rear Window Defrost/Demist

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Introduction

Power Windows Front/Rear

Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock

Power Window Lockout

Interior Luggage Compartment Release

Panic Alarm Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Engine Coolant Temperature

Do Not Open When Hot Battery

Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks

Battery Acid

Explosive Gas Fan Warning

Power Steering Fluid

Maintain Correct Fluid Level

Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter

MAX

MIN

Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Check Fuel Cap

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Low Tire Pressure Warning

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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Base V6 engine instrument cluster (standard measure shown, metric similar)

OFF

Optional V6 and GT instrument cluster (standard measure shown, metric similar)

OFF

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

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

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 contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

WARNING: 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.

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, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

BRAKE

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WARNING: 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. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury.

Anti-lock brake system (if equipped): If the ABS light stays

illuminated or continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated.

Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when the ignition is turned to on, continues to flash or remains on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. A chime will sound if there is a malfunction in the indicator light.

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder威 chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minder威 chime feature.

Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. If it stays on while the engine is running, there may be a malfunction with the charging system. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. This indicates a problem with the electrical system or a related component.

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.

ABS

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Engine coolant temperature:

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

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

Low tire pressure warning:

Illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the light remains on at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be checked. Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to on, the light will illuminate for three seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does not turn on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. For more information on this system, refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

AdvanceTrac威/traction control active: Flashes when the system is

active. If the light remains on a malfunction has been detected; contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

AdvanceTrac威/traction control off light: Illuminates when the

system has been disabled (by the driver or as a result of a system failure). Refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

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.

OFF

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

Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the on position and any of the doors or the hood/trunk are not completely closed.

Anti-theft system: Flashes when the SecuriLock威 passive anti-theft system has been activated.

Electronic throttle control:

Illuminates when the engine has defaulted to a “limp-home” operation. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

Grade assist (if equipped):

Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has been turned off and the grade assist function has been turned on, refer to the Driving chapter.

Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.

High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.

Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off or accessory position and the driver’s door is opened.

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

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GAUGES

Base V6 engine instrument cluster (standard measure shown, metric similar)

1 2 3 4

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Optional V6 and GT instrument cluster (standard measure shown, metric similar)

1 2 3 4

6 5

Refer to Message center in this chapter to select preset colors or user definable colors (MyColor威) for the nighttime gauge backlighting.

1. Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.

2. 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.

3. 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.

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

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5. Engine oil pressure gauge (optional V6 and GT cluster only): 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, have your vehicle checked at your authorized dealer.

6. 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 as soon as possible.

Odometer and trip odometer: The odometer is displayed in the message center and registers the distance of individual journeys. For trip odometer, refer to Message center in this chapter.

MESSAGE CENTER

Your vehicle’s message center allows you to configure/personalize certain vehicle options to suit your needs.

The message center is also capable of monitoring many vehicle systems and will alert you to potential vehicle problems and various conditions with an informational message followed by a long indicator chime.

The message center display is located in the instrument cluster.

Info

Press INFO repeatedly to cycle through the following features:

Battery voltage gauge (optional V6 and GT cluster only):

TRIP A/B

Registers the distance of individual journeys. Press and release INFO until the A or B trip appears in the display (this represents the trip mode). Press and hold RESET for two seconds to reset.

Refer to UNITS later in this section to switch the display from Metric to English.

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MYKEY MILES (km)

For more information, refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter.

MILES (km) TO E

This displays an estimate of 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.

LOW FUEL LEVEL will display when you have approximately 50 miles (80 km) to empty. Press RESET to clear this warning message. It will return at approximately 25 miles (40 km), 10 miles (16 km) and 0 miles (0 km) miles to empty.

Distance to empty 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 re-initialized to a factory default value if the battery is disconnected.

AVG MPG (L/100 km)

Average fuel economy displays your average fuel economy in miles/gallon or liters/100 km.

If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing distance 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 0.1 gallon (liter)

To determine your average highway fuel economy, do the following:

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 button (press and hold RESET for

two seconds in order to reset the function) after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings.

For more information refer to Essentials of good fuel economy in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

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MPG (L/km)

This displays instantaneous fuel economy as a bar graph ranging from ↓ poor economy to ↑ excellent economy.

Your vehicle must be moving to calculate instantaneous fuel economy. When your vehicle is not moving, this function shows ↓, one or no bars illuminated. Instantaneous fuel economy cannot be reset.

TIMER

Timer displays the trip elapsed drive time. To operate, do 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 until the timer resets.

Blank Screen

The message center display will be blank after cycling through all of the Info menu items.

System check and vehicle feature customization

*Press the SETUP button repeatedly to cycle the message center through the following features:

*Note: Not all personalization items will appear unless your vehicle is so equipped.

RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK

When this message appears, press the RESET button and the message center will begin to cycle through the following systems and provide a status of the item if needed.

1. XXX% OIL LIFE

2. CHARGING SYSTEM

3. DOORS STATUS

4. TRUNK STATUS

5. BRAKE SYSTEM

6. FUEL LEVEL 21

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7. MYKEY DISTANCE (if MyKey威 is programmed)

8. MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED

9. ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED

Note: Some systems show a message only if a condition is present. OIL LIFE

This displays the remaining oil life. An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center and

according to the recommended maintenance schedule. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS.

To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change perform the following:

1. Press and release SETUP to display “OIL LIFE XXX% HOLD RESET = NEW”.

2. Press and hold RESET for two seconds and release to reset the oil life to 100%.

STEERING FEEL

This feature allows three modes of steering feel. Press RESET to cycle through the settings of:

• STANDARD– Provides a balance between a comfort and sport feel.

• SPORT– Slightly higher effort required for steering with more road

force felt through the steering wheel. See note below.

• COMFORT– Slightly less effort required for steering with less road force felt through the steering wheel.

Note: When AdvanceTrac威 sport mode is on or when AdvanceTrac威 and traction control are off, the steering feel will be locked in sport mode. The display will show STEERING FEEL <SPORT> LOCKED and the steering feel will not be selectable.

See AdvanceTrac威 stability enhancement system and Steering in the Driving chapter for more information.

HALO LIGHT

Turns the halo lighting around the gauges on or off. Press and hold RESET to turn the feature on or off.

AMBIENT LIGHT

Turns the ambient lighting on or off. Ambient lighting provides accent lighting in various locations such as footwell areas, cup holders and the center console bin. The parking lamps/headlamps must be on to use ambient lighting.

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Press and hold RESET to turn the feature on or off.

AMBIENT DIM

Use this to adjust the brightness of the ambient lighting. Press RESET to choose the various settings.

GAUGE COLOR, AMBIENT COLOR, HALO COLOR GAUGE COLOR: The instrument cluster gauges are backlit with white

backlighting when the headlamps are off. When the headlamps are on, you can select one of the preset colors for the nighttime gauge backlighting or create up to three custom colors using the MyColor威 feature.

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

AMBIENT COLOR: You can select one of the preset colors for ambient lighting or create up to three custom colors using the MyColor威 feature.

HALO COLOR: You can select one of the preset colors for halo lighting or create up to three custom colors using the MyColor威 feature.

Note: Headlamps or parking lamps must be on to set up colors. To choose colors for the gauges, halo color or ambient lighting do the

following:

1. Press SETUP to reach the GAUGE COLOR, AMBIENT COLOR, or HALO COLOR menu.

2. Press RESET to scroll through the following color options:

•ICE BLUE •BLUE

•WHITE •ORANGE

•GREEN •RED

•PURPLE •MYCOLOR 1, 2, 3 (See HOLD

RESET TO SET MY COLOR 1, 2, 3 following, to save personalized

color combinations)

HOLD RESET TO SET MYCOLOR 1, 2, 3 (Saving your own colors)

Apart from the preset colors, you can create your own color by adjusting the levels of the three primary colors (red, green, and blue) through the MyColor威 feature to achieve any of 125 different combinations. You can save up to three custom colors in MyColor威.

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To enter the MyColor威 adjust mode, do the following (vehicle must be stationary):

1. Press and hold RESET for three seconds at the MyColor 1, 2 or 3

menu option to reach the MyColor威 adjust mode.

2. Press SETUP to scroll through the R (red), G (green), B (blue) and

Exit options.

3. Press RESET to blend in more of the color being adjusted.

4. To save and exit, hold RESET for three seconds when prompted.

Pressing RESET for less than three seconds will cycle back through the colors.

UNITS

Displays the current units English or Metric. Press RESET to change from English to Metric.

AUTOLAMP (SEC)

This feature keeps your headlights on for up to three minutes after the ignition is switched off.

Press RESET to select the new Autolamp delay values of 0, 10, 20, 30, 60, 90, 120 or 180 seconds.

AUTOLOCK

This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when the vehicle is shifted into any gear and driven.

For more information refer to Autolock in the Locks and Security chapter.

Press RESET to turn autolock on or off.

AUTOUNLOCK

This feature automatically unlocks all vehicle doors when the driver’s door is opened within 10 minutes of the ignition being turned off.

Press RESET to turn autounlock on or off.

REAR PARK AID

This feature sounds a warning tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is selected.

Press RESET to turn it off or on.

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CREATE MYKEY / MYKEY SETUP/ CLEAR MYKEY

For more information refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter.

LANGUAGE = ENGLISH / SPANISH / FRENCH

Allows you to choose which language the message center will display in. Selectable languages are English, Spanish, or French.

Waiting four seconds or pressing the RESET button cycles the message center through each of the language choices.

Press and hold RESET for two seconds to set the language choice.

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 several 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 10 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.

CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM — Displayed when the brake system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

DRIVER 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.

FUEL LEVEL LOW — Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel condition.

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CHECK FUEL FILL INLET — Displayed when the fuel fill inlet may not be properly closed. Refer to Easy Fuel威 “no cap” fuel system in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM — Displayed when the electrical system is not maintaining proper voltage. If you are operating electrical accessories 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, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

CHECK PARK AID (if equipped) — Displayed when the transmission is in R (Reverse) and the reverse sensing system (park aid) is disabled. Refer to Rear park aid in this section to enable.

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

LOW TIRE PRESSURE — Displayed when one or more tires on your vehicle has low tire pressure. Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT — Displayed when the tire pressure monitoring system is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT — Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For more information on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on,

contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. POWER STEERING ASSIST FAULT — The power steering system

has disabled power steering assist due to a system error; service is required.

SERVICE POWER STEERING — The power steering system has detected a condition that requires service.

SERVICE POWER STEERING NOW — The power steering system has detected a condition that requires service immediately.

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SERVICE ADVANCETRAC — Displayed when the AdvanceTrac威 system has detected a condition that requires service.

ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON — Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 10% or less.

OIL CHANGE REQUIRED — Displayed when the oil life left reaches 0%.

TO STOP ALARM START VEHICLE — Displayed when the perimeter alarm system is armed and the vehicle is entered using the key on the driver’s side door. In order to prevent the perimeter alarm system from triggering, the ignition must be turned to start or on before the 12 second chime expires. See Perimeter alarm system in the Locks and Security chapter.

SECURITY EVENT OCCURRED (if equipped) — Displayed when the active anti-theft system (if equipped) was activated since the prior ignition cycle.

MYKEY ACTIVE DRIVE SAFELY — Displayed at startup when MyKey威 is in use. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

KEY COULD NOT PROGRAM — Displayed when an attempt is made to program a spare key using two existing MyKeys. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

VEHICLE SPEED 80 MPH MAX — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and the Admin has enabled the MyKey speed limit and the vehicle speed is 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

SPEED LIMITED TO 80 MPH — Displayed when starting the vehicle and MyKey威 is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

CHECK SPEED DRIVE SAFELY — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and the optional setting is on and the vehicle exceeds a preselected speed. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

VEHICLE NEAR TOP SPEED — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is approaching 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

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TOP SPEED MYKEY SETTING — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

BUCKLE UP TO UNMUTE AUDIO — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and Belt-Minder威 is activated. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

ADVTRAC ON MYKEY SETTING — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use when trying to disable the AdvanceTrac威 system and the optional setting is on. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information.

TRACKEY ACTIVE TRACK USE ONLY (Boss威 302 only) — Displayed when a trackey is in use. Refer to the Boss威 302 supplement for more information.

TRACKEY IDLE ENABLED (Boss威 302 only) — Displayed when a trackey is in use. Refer to the Boss威 302 supplement for more information.

1→4 SHIFT FOR FUEL ECONOMY — Displayed on manual transmission vehicles when the vehicle determines that shifting directly to 4th gear from 1st gear will improve fuel economy. Refer to Manual transmission operation in the Driving chapter for more information.

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AUDIO SYSTEMS

AM/FM Single CD/MP3 satellite-compatible sound system

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle

control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving.

Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With this feature, the radio and other electrical accessories may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened.

Setting the clock

To set the time, press CLOCK. The display will read SET TIME. Use the memory preset numbers (0–9) to enter in the desired time–hours and minutes and press OK. The clock will then begin from that time.

Note: If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer to Setting the clock in your Navigation supplement.

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AM/FM radio

/ VOL (Power/Volume): Press to turn the radio on/off. Turn the knob 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.

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

TUNE: Turn the knob to go up/down the frequency band in individual increments.

DIRECT: Press DIRECT and then select the desired radio frequency (i.e. 93.9) using the memory preset numbers (0–9).

SEEK: Press access the previous/next strong

radio station.

SEEK to

SCAN: Press for a brief sampling of all strong radio stations.

MEMORY PRESETS (0–9): When tuned to any station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns and PRESET # SAVED appears in the display. You can save up to 30 stations, 10 in AM, 10 in FM1 and FM2.

Saving presets automatically: Autoset allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2.

To activate the autoset feature: Press MENU repeatedly until AUTO PRESET ON/OFF appears in the display. Use AUTO PRESET to ON, and either wait five seconds for the search to 30

SEEK to turn

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initiate or press OK to immediately initiate the search. If you press another control within those five seconds, the search will not initiate. The 10 strongest stations will be filled and the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing.

If there are fewer than 10 strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets.

Note: In order to re-run the autoset features, you must first select AUTO PRESET OFF and press OK. Then, select AUTO PRESET ON and press OK.

RDS radio

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

To activate: Press MENU repeatedly until RDS (ON/OFF) appears in the display. Use OFF, you will not be able to search for RDS equipped stations or view

the station name or type.

CAT (Category) / FOLD (Folder): This feature allows you

to select from various music categories.

To change RDS categories: Press MENU repeatedly until RDS ON/OFF appears in the display. Use ON/OFF. Press CAT. PRESS UP OR DOWN TO CHANGE RDS CATEGORY will appear in the display. Press through all possible categories. When the desired category appears in the display, press selection or press SCAN for a brief sampling of all stations playing that

category of music.

CD/MP3 player

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

SEEK to switch RDS ON and OFF. When RDS is

SEEK to toggle RDS between

SEEK to scroll

SEEK to find the next station playing that

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LOAD: This control is not operational. To load a CD, simply insert the disc, label side up, into the CD slot.

/ Play/Pause: Press to play/pause a track when playing a

CD.

EJECT: Press to eject the CD.

SEEK: Press

access the previous/next track.

CAT (Category) / FOLD (Folder):

In MP3 mode only– Press CAT/FOLD and then press folder.

SCAN: Press for a brief sampling of all tracks on the current disc or MP3 folder.

DIRECT:

In CD mode– Press DIRECT. The display will read DIRECT TRACK MODE SELECT TRACK. Enter the desired track number using the memory preset buttons (0–9). The system will then begin playing that track.

In MP3 folder mode– Press DIRECT and the memory preset buttons (0–9) of the desired folder. The system will advance to that specific folder.

TEXT:

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

SEEK to

SEEK to access the previous/next

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

press

COMPRESSION: Press MENU repeatedly until COMPRESSION ON/OFF appears in the display. Use When COMPRESSION is ON, the system will bring the soft and loud CD

passages together for a more consistent listening level. SHUFFLE: Press MENU repeatedly until SHUFFLE ON/OFF appears in

the display. Use engage shuffle mode right away, press

play. Otherwise, random play will begin when the current track is finished playing. The system will only shuffle the disc currently playing.

Satellite radio (if equipped)

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

SIRIUS: Press repeatedly to access satellite radio mode, if equipped. Press repeatedly to cycle through SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3 modes.

TUNE: Turn to go to the next / previous available SIRIUS威 satellite station.

SEEK to view the additional display text.

SEEK to switch between ON/OFF.

SEEK to switch between ON/OFF. If you wish to

SEEK to begin random

DIRECT: Press DIRECT then enter the desired channel (i.e. 002) using the memory preset buttons (0–9). If you only enter one digit, press OK and the system will go to that satellite channel. If you enter three digits, the system will automatically go to that channel, if available. You may cancel your entry by pressing DIRECT. If an invalid station number is entered, INVALID CHANNEL will appear in the display and the system will continue playing the current station.

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SEEK: Press SEEK to seek to the previous/next channel. If a

specific category is selected, (Jazz, Rock, News, etc.),

press category. Press and hold

previous/next channels. SCAN: Press SCAN for a brief

sampling of all available SIRIUS威 satellite channels. If a specific category is selected, (Jazz, Rock, News, etc.) press SCAN for a brief sampling of all available SIRIUS威 satellite channels within the selected category.

MEMORY PRESETS (0–9): There are 30 available presets, 10 each for SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3. To save satellite channels in your memory presets, tune to the desired channel then press and hold a memory preset number (0–9) until sound returns.

TEXT: Press and release to display the artist and song title. While in TEXT MODE, press again to scroll through the Artist (AR), Song (SO), Channel (CH) and Category (CA).

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

press

CAT (Category) / FOLD (Folder): Press to switch between

turning the most recently selected satellite radio category on or off. The category icon (CAT) will illuminate in the display when a specific category is selected (the icon will not illuminate during CATEGORY ALL). If no category has ever been selected, NO CATEGORY SELECTED will display.

Note: Separate categories can be set for SAT1, SAT2 or SAT3. Refer to Satellite radio menu for further information on selecting a satellite radio category.

SEEK to seek to the previous/next channel in the selected

SEEK to fast seek through the

SEEK to view the additional display text.

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SATELLITE RADIO MENU: Press MENU when satellite radio mode is active to access. Press OK to enter

into the satellite radio menu. Press following options:

• CATEGORY MENU- Press OK to enter category mode. Press channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.) Press OK when the

desired category appears in the display. After a category is selected, press only (i.e. ROCK). You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all

available SIRIUS威 categories and channels. Press OK to close and return to the main menu.

• SONG SEEK MENU- Press OK to enter song seek menu. Press a. SAVE THIS SONG?: Press OK to save the currently playing song’s

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

saved titles and press When the song title appears in the display that you would like to

replace, press OK. SONG REPLACED will appear in the display. b. DELETE A SONG?: Press OK to delete a song from the system’s

memory. Press the song appears in the display that you would like to delete, press

OK. The song will appear in the display for confirmation. Press OK again and the display will read SONG DELETED. If you do not want

to delete the currently listed song, press RETURN or CANCEL.

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

SEEK to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS威

SEEK to search for that specific category of channels

SEEK to scroll through the following options:

SEEK to cycle through the saved titles.

SEEK to cycle through the saved songs. When

SEEK to cycle through the

SEEK to select either

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c. DELETE ALL SONGS?: Press OK to delete all song’s from the system’s memory. The display will read ARE YOU SURE? Press OK to confirm deletion of all saved songs and the display will read ALL DELETED. Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS. d. DISABLE ALERTS/ENABLE ALERTS?: Press OK to enable/disable the satellite alert status which alerts you when your selected songs are playing on a satellite radio channel. (The system default is disabled.) SONG ALERTS ENABLED/DISABLED will appear in the display. The menu listing will display the opposite state. For example, if you have chosen to enable the song alerts, the menu listing will read DISABLE as the alerts are currently on, so your other optionistoturnthemoff. e. RETURN: Press OK when RETURN is displayed to exit back to the satellite radio menu.

• CHANNEL LOCKOUT MENU- Press OK to enter the Channel Lockout menu. Press the options:

a. LOCK/UNLOCK THIS CHANNEL: Press OK when LOCK/UNLOCK THIS CHANNEL is displayed and the display will read ENTER PIN. Enter your four-digit PIN number (initial PIN is 1234) and the system will lock/unlock the channel and CHANNEL LOCKED or UNLOCKED will be displayed. Note: you must be tuned to the specific channel you want to lock/unlock when using this feature. b. CHANGE PIN: Press OK when CHANGE PIN is displayed. The display will read ENTER OLD PIN. Enter your current (old) PIN number and when the system accepts your entry it will display ENTER NEW PIN. Enter your new four-digit PIN and the system will save the new PIN and PIN SAVED will display. c. UNLOCK ALL CHANNELS: Press OK when UNLOCK ALL CHANNELS is displayed and the display will read ENTER PIN. Enter your four-digit PIN and the system will unlock all channels and the display will read CHANNEL UNLOCKED.

SEEK to scroll through the following

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d. RESET PIN: Press OK when RESET PIN is displayed. The display will read ARE YOUR SURE. Press OK again to automatically reset the PIN to its initial password setting (1234). PIN RESET TO DEFAULT PIN will be displayed. e. RETURN: Press OK when RETURN is displayed and the system will exit back to the satellite radio menu.

Sound adjustments

Press SOUND repeatedly to cycle through the following features:

• Shaker mode (if equipped): Press mode on/off.

• BASS: Press TUNE knob.

• TREBLE: Press the TUNE knob.

• BALANCE: Press (L) and right (R) speakers or turn the TUNE knob.

• FADE: Press and front (F) speakers or turn the TUNE knob.

• SPEED COMPENSATED VOLUME: With this feature on, radio volume automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. The default setting is off..

Use Recommended level is 1–3; SPEED OFF turns the feature off and

level 7 is the maximum setting.

• ALL SEATS (Occupancy Mode, if equipped): Press to select and optimize sound for ALL SEATS, DRIVERS SEAT or

REAR SEATS.

• DSP MODE (if equipped): Press STEREO SURROUND mode and STEREO mode.

SEEK to adjust between SPEED OFF and levels 1–7.

SEEK to adjust the level of bass or turn the

SEEK to adjust the level of treble, or turn

SEEK to adjust the audio between the left

SEEK to adjust the audio between the back (B)

SEEK to turn Shaker

SEEK

SEEK to choose between

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Extra features

AUX: Press repeatedly to cycle through LINE (auxiliary audio mode) and SYNC威 (if equipped).

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

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

/ Play/Pause: Press this

control to play or pause the current CD.

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

PHONE: If your vehicle is equipped with SYNC威, press to access SYNC PHONE features. For further information, please refer to the SYNC威 information included with your vehicle. If your vehicle is not equipped with SYNC威, the display will read NO PHONE.

Auxiliary input jack (Line in)

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Your vehicle is equipped with an auxiliary input jack (AIJ) located in the center console. The auxiliary input jack provides a way to connect your portable music player to the in-vehicle audio system. This allows the audio from a portable music player to be played through the vehicle speakers with high fidelity. To achieve optimal performance, please observe the following instructions when attaching your portable music device to the audio system. If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer to

Auxiliary input jack section in the Audio features chapter of your Navigation System supplement.

Required equipment:

1. Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones

2. An audio extension cable with stereo male 1/8 in. (3.5 mm) connectors at each end

To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack:

1. Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off.

2. Ensure that the battery in your portable music player is new or fully charged and that the device is turned off.

3. Attach one end of the audio extension cable to the headphone output of your player and the other end of the audio extension cable to the AIJ in your vehicle.

4. Turn the radio on, using either a tuned FM station or a CD loaded into the system. Adjust the volume to a comfortable listening level.

5. Turn the portable music player on and adjust the volume to 1/2 the volume.

6. Press AUX on the vehicle radio repeatedly until LINE, LINE IN or SYNC LINE IN appears in the display. You should hear audio from your portable music player although it may be low.

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7. Adjust the sound on your portable music player until it reaches the level of the FM station or CD by switching back and forth between the AUX and FM or CD controls.

Troubleshooting:

1. Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output. Line level outputs are intended for connection to a home stereo and are not compatible with the AIJ. The AIJ will only work correctly with devices that have a headphone output with a volume control.

2. Do not set the portable music player’s volume level higher than is necessary to match the volume of the CD or FM radio in your audio system as this will cause distortion and will reduce sound quality. Many portable music players have different output levels, so not all players should be set at the same levels. Some players will sound best at full volume and others will need to be set at a lower volume.

3. If the music sounds distorted at lower listening levels, turn the portable music player volume down. If the problems persists, replace or recharge the batteries in the portable music player.

4. The portable music player must be controlled in the same manner when it is used with headphones as the AIJ does not provide control (play, pause, etc.) over the attached portable music player.

5. For safety reasons, connecting or adjusting the settings on your portable music player should not be attempted while the vehicle is moving. Also, the portable music player should be stored in a secure location, such as the center console or the glove box, when the vehicle is in motion. The audio extension cable must be long enough to allow the portable music player to be safely stored while the vehicle is in motion.

USB port (if equipped)

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Your vehicle may be equipped with a USB port inside your center console. This feature allows you to plug in media playing devices, memory sticks, and also to charge devices if they support this feature. For further information on this feature, refer to Accessing and using your USB port in the SYNC威 supplement or Navigation System supplement.

GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION

Radio frequencies:

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

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

Radio reception factors:

There are three factors that can affect radio reception:

• Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception.

• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception.

• Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed.

LINE IN

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CD/CD player care

Do:

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

• Inspect discs before playing.

• Clean only with an approved CD

cleaner.

• Wipe discs from the center out.

Don’t:

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

• Clean using a circular motion.

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

Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached.

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CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player as the label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact your authorized dealer for further information.

Audio system warranty and service

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

MP3 track and folder structure

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

• There are two different modes for MP3 disc playback: MP3 track mode (system default) and MP3 folder mode. For more information on track and folder mode, refer to Sample MP3 structure in the following section.

• MP3 track mode ignores any folder structure on the MP3 disc. The player numbers each MP3 track on the disc (noted by the .mp3 file extension) from T001 to a maximum of T255. Note: The maximum number of playable MP3 files may be less depending on the structure of the CD and exact model of radio present.

• MP3 folder mode represents a folder structure consisting of one level of folders. The CD player numbers all MP3 tracks on the disc (noted by the .mp3 file extension) and all folders containing MP3 files, from F001 (folder) T001 (track) to F253 T255.

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

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Sample MP3 structure

If you are burning your own MP3 discs, it is important to understand how the system will read the structures you create. While various files may be present, (files with extensions other than mp3), only files with the .mp3 extension will be played. Other files will be ignored by the system. This enables you to use the same MP3 disc for a variety of tasks on your work computer, home computer and your in-vehicle system.

In track mode, the system will display and play the structure as if it were only one level deep (all .mp3 files will be played, regardless of being in a specific folder). In folder mode, the system will only play the .mp3 files in the current folder.

.mp3

.doc

.ppt

.xls

.mp3

Satellite radio information (if equipped)

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

Satellite radio reception factors: To receive the satellite signal, your vehicle has been equipped with a satellite radio antenna. Like AM/FM, there are several factors that can affect satellite radio reception performance:

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

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

• Station overload: When you pass a ground based broadcast repeating tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result in an audio mute.

Unlike AM/FM audible static, you will hear an audio mute when there is a satellite radio signal interference. Your radio display may display NO SIGNAL to indicate the interference.

SIRIUS威 satellite radio service: SIRIUS威 satellite radio is a subscription based satellite radio service that broadcasts music, sports, news and entertainment programming. A service fee is required in order to receive SIRIUS威 service. Vehicles that are equipped with a factory installed SIRIUS威 satellite radio system include:

• Hardware and limited subscription term, which begins on the date of sale or lease of the vehicle.

For information on extended subscription terms, the online media player and other SIRIUS威 features, please contact SIRIUS威 at 1–888–539–7474.

Note: SIRIUS威 reserves the unrestricted right to change, rearrange, add or delete programming including canceling, moving or adding particular channels, and its prices, at any time, with or without notice to you. Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming changes.

Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN): This 12-digit Satellite Serial Number is needed to activate, modify or track your satellite radio account. You will need this number when communicating with SIRIUS威. While in satellite radio mode, you can view this number on the radio display by pressing SIRIUS and the preset 1 control simultaneously.

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Radio Display Condition Action Required

ACQUIRING Radio requires more

than two seconds to

produce audio for the

selected channel.

SAT FAULT Internal module or

system failure

present.

INVALID CHNL Channel no longer

available.

UNSUBSCRIBED Subscription not

available for this

channel.

NO TEXT Artist information not

available.

NO TEXT Song title information

not available.

NO TEXT Category information

not available.

No action required.

This message should

disappear shortly.

If this message does

not clear within a short

period of time, or with

an ignition key cycle,

your receiver may have

a fault. See your

authorized dealer for

service.

This previously

available channel is no

longer available. Tune to another channel. If

the channel was one of

your presets, you may

choose another channel

for that preset button.

Contact SIRIUS威 at 1–888–539–7474 to

subscribe to the

channel, or tune to

another channel.

Artist information not

available at this time on

this channel. The

system is working

properly.

Song title information

not available at this

time on this channel.

The system is working

properly.

Category information

not available at this

time on this channel.

The system is working

properly.

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Radio Display Condition Action Required

NO SIGNAL Loss of signal from

UPDATING Update of channel

CALL SIRIUS威 1–888–539–7474

NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle may be equipped with a navigation system. Refer to the Navigation System supplement for further information.

SYNC姞 (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC威, a hands-free communications and entertainment system with special phone and media features. For more information, please refer to the SYNC威 supplement or to the SYNC威 section in the Navigation System supplement (if equipped).

the SIRIUS威 satellite

or SIRIUS威 tower to the vehicle antenna.

programming in

progress.

Satellite service has

been deactivated by

SIRIUS威 satellite

radio.

You are in a location

that is blocking the

SIRIUS威 signal (i.e.,

tunnel, under an

overpass, dense foliage,

etc). The system is

working properly. When

you move into an open

area, the signal should

return.

No action required. The

process could take up

to three minutes.

Call SIRIUS威 at

1–888–539–7474 to

re-activate or resolve

subscription issues.

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MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter.

1. vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. Press this button again to return to the previous air flow selection.

2. defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more

information.

3. settings to choose:

•

4. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/C

engages automatically in MAX A/C, (floor/defrost). 48

Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster

Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate the rear window

Multifunction control: Press repeatedly to cycle through the

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, de-mister

vents and floor vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.

: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.

: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents,

and de-mister vents.

: Distributes air through the floor vents.

(defrost) and

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5. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in

the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air engages automatically when MAX A/C is selected or can be engaged manually in

any airflow mode except turned off and back on, the climate system will return to the recirculated air mode only if the A/C button LED is illuminated and the air

distribution selection is either

6. 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. Press the MAX A/C button again for normal A/C operation.

Passenger heated seat control (if equipped): Press to control

the passenger heated seat. Refer to Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information.

8. Temperature control: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the

vehicle.

Fan speed adjustment: Turn to select the desired fan speed.

10.

driver seat. Refer to Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information.

11.

When the system is off, outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle.

Driver heated seat control (if equipped): Press to control the

Power: Press to activate/deactivate the climate control system.

(defrost). When the ignition switch is

(panel) or (panel/floor).

Operating tips

• To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather, select increased to improve clearing.

• To reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the system off or with recirculated air engaged.

• Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats.

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

(defrost). Temperature and/or fan speed can also be

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• 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.”

• A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardless of the air distribution setting that is selected.

During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in the MAX A/C mode, adjust the blower fan speed to the lowest setting and put the vehicle’s transmission into the P (Park) position (automatic transmission only) to continue to receive cool air from your A/C system.

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

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.

(recirculated air) to provide colder airflow.

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DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (NAVIGATION-BASED) (IF EQUIPPED)

Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter.

1. CLIMATE: Press to control the climate control system through the touch display screen. See Touchscreen functions later in this section.

Rear defroster (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate the

2. rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this

chapter for more information. If your vehicle is equipped with both rear defroster and heated mirrors, the same button will activate both.

3. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/C

engages automatically in Max A/C, and

4. Passenger temperature: Press to activate separate passenger temperature control to increase/decrease the air temperature on the passenger side of the vehicle.

(floor/defrost).

(defrost)

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5. Passenger heated seat (if equipped): Press to control the

passenger heated seat. Refer to Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information.

the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed to cool down the interior of the vehicle when used with A/C and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air engages automatically when Max A/C is selected or can be engaged manually in any airflow mode except Recirculation may turn off automatically in all airflow selections except Max A/C.

7. –

8. AUTO: Press to engage full automatic operation. Select the desired

temperature using the temperature control. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C on or off, and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the desired temperature.

9. Driver temperature: Press to increase/decrease the air temperature

for the driver side of the vehicle. This control also adjusts the passenger side temperature when dual zone operation is disengaged.

10.

heated seat. Refer to Heated seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information.

11.

When the system is off, outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle. The climate status in the touchscreen will also be turned off. When the power is turned back on, the system defaults to full automatic control.

12.

defroster vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. Press this button again to return to the previous air flow selection. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO.

Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in

(defrost).

+ Fan speed control: Press to decrease/increase the fan speed.

Driver heated seat (if equipped): Press to control the driver

Power: Press to activate/deactivate the climate control system.

Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield

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TOUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONS

Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter.

Temperature: Press the up and down arrows on the left side of the screen to increase/decrease the airflow temperature for the driver side of the vehicle. This control also adjusts the passenger side temperature when dual zone operation is disengaged. Press the up and down arrows on the right side of the screen to increase/decrease the airflow temperature for the passenger side of the vehicle.

•

: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.

•

Fan Speed: Press to decrease/increase the fan speed. Dual: Press to activate/deactivate separate driver and passenger

temperature controls. Max A/C: Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel

: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents,

and de-mister vents.

: Distributes air through the floor vents.

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, de-mister

vents, and floor vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.

To return to full automatic control, press AUTO on the main bezel.

VOICE COMMANDS IN CLIMATE MODE

Please refer to the Voice commands in climate mode section of the Navigation Supplement for more information on using voice commands

with the climate control system.

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Operating tips

• To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather, select increased to improve clearing.

• To reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the system off or with

• 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.”

• A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardless of the air distribution setting that is selected.

If you are driving during extreme high ambient temperatures and idling for extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in the MAX A/C mode, adjust the blower fan speed to the lowest setting and put the vehicle’s transmission in P (Park) to continue to receive cool air from your A/C system.

For maximum cooling performance MAX A/C in AUTO:

1. Press AUTO control.

2. Set to desired temperature.

For maximum cooling performance MAX A/C in manual override control

1. Choose

2. Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C).

3. Set the fan to the highest blower setting.

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

1. Select

performance select (defrost).

2. Select A/C.

3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort.

4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting.

(defrost). Temperature and/or fan speed can also be

(recirculated air) engaged.

(panel), A/C, and MAX A/C controls.

(defrost) or (floor/defrost) modes. To maximize

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REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER

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 15 minutes, or when the ignition is turned off. To manually turn off the defroster before 15 minutes have passed, press the control again.

The vehicle must be running to use this feature.

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.

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HEADLAMP CONTROL

Turns the lamps off.

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

Turns the low beam headlamps

on.

Automatic instrumentation illumination

A light sensor in your vehicle monitors the outside lighting conditions and automatically sets the instrument panel illumination to one of the following modes:

• If the headlamps and parking lamps are off, the vehicle will be in

daytime illumination mode.

• If the headlamps or parking lamps are on and daylight is detected, the

vehicle will be in daytime illumination mode.

• If the headlamps or parking lamps are on and nighttime conditions are

detected, the vehicle will be in nighttime illumination mode.

Note: The panel dimmer control works only in nighttime illumination mode. It has no effect in daytime illumination mode. Also, selectable features such as gauge color and halo color will not be available in daytime illumination mode.

Autolamp control (if equipped)

The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control.

• To turn autolamps on, rotate the

control to

• To turn autolamps off, rotate the

control from the autolamp position.

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The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a predetermined amount of time after the ignition switch is turned to off. You can change the amount of time the lamps stay on by using the programming procedure that follows:

Note: If the vehicle is equipped with autolamps, it will have the headlamps on with windshield wipers feature. If the windshield wipers are turned on, the exterior lamps will turn on with the headlamp control in the autolamp position.

Autolamps - programmable exit delay

Programmable exit delay allows the length of the autolamp exit delay to be changed.

To program the auto lamp exit time delay:

1. Start with the ignition off and the headlamp control in the autolamp position.

2. Turn the headlamp control to off.

3. Turn the ignition on and then back to off.

4. Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position. The headlamps will turn on.

5. Wait the desired amount of time for the exit delay you want (up to three minutes), then turn the headlamps off.

Fog lamp control (if equipped)

The fog lamps can be turned on when the ignition is in the on position, the headlamp control is in

the high beams are not on.

Pull the headlamp control towards you to turn on the fog lamps. The indicator light under the fog lamp symbol will illuminate.

or position and the

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High beams

• Push the lever toward the

instrument panel to activate.

• Pull the lever toward you to

deactivate.

Flash-to-pass

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

Note: Vehicles equipped with HID headlamps will hear an audible click when activating this feature.

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)

Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output (vehicles equipped with halogen headlamps) or turns the front fog lamps on (vehicles equipped with HID headlamps).

To activate:

• the ignition must be in the on position,

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

• the parking brake must be disengaged.

WARNING: 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.

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PANEL DIMMER CONTROL

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

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

• Move the control down, past detent, to turn off the interior lights.

• Move the control to the full downward position, to dim the interior lights to their minimum. The instrument panel/switch lighting will remain lit.

Note: If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is installed, the dimmer switch requires re-calibration. Rotate the dimmer switch from the full dim position to the full dome/on position to reset. This will ensure that your displays are visible under all lighting conditions.

AIMING THE HEADLAMPS

The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant. If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps

should be checked by your authorized dealer.

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Vertical aim adjustment

1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface, approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away.

• (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters)

• (2) Center height of lamp to

ground

• (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters)

• (4) Horizontal reference line

2. Measure the height from the center of your headlamp to the ground and mark an 8 foot (2.4 meter) horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height (a piece of masking tape works well). The center of the lamp is marked bya3mmcircleontheheadlamp lens.

3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood. To see a clearer light pattern for adjusting, block the light from one headlamp while adjusting the other.

For vehicles with halogen headlamps:

On the wall or screen you will observe a flat zone of high intensity light located at the top of the right hand portion of the beam pattern. If the top edge of the high intensity light zone is not at the horizontal reference line, the headlamp will need to be adjusted.

For vehicles with HID headlamps:

There is a distinct cut-off (change from light to dark) in the left portion of the beam pattern. The top edge of this cut-off should be positioned two inches (50.8 mm) below the horizontal reference line.

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4. Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp.

• Halogen headlamp (1)

• HID headlamp (2)

5. Then usea7mmAllenwrench or a Phillips screwdriver to adjust the

headlamp up or down. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON-ADJUSTABLE.

6. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.

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 indicator will speed up considerably if any of the turn signal lamps are out.

Note: For sequential rear turn signal lamps, an outage of the inner most of the three compartments will result in this rapid flash rate.

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INTERIOR LAMPS

Dome/Map lamps

The dome lamp lights when:.

• any door is opened.

• any of the remote entry controls

are pressed and the ignition is off.

• the instrument panel dimmer switch is rotated up, past the detent, until the courtesy lamps come on.

The map lamps are activated by pressing the controls on either side of the lamp.

BULB REPLACEMENT

Lamp assembly condensation

Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure. Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist air enters the lamp assembly through the vents, there is a possibility that condensation can occur when the temperature is cold. When normal condensation occurs, a thin film of mist can form on the interior of the lens. The thin mist eventually clears and exits through the vents during normal operation. Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours under dry weather conditions.

Examples of acceptable condensation are:

• Presence of thin mist (no streaks, drip marks or droplets)

• Fine mist covers less than 50% of the lens

Examples of unacceptable moisture (usually caused by a lamp water leak) are:

• Water puddle inside the lamp

• Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of

the lens

Take your vehicle to a dealer for service if any of the above conditions of unacceptable moisture are present.

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BULB SPECIFICATION CHART

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 (halogen) H13 * HID (high intensity discharge) headlamp

(if equipped) Front park lamp, turn lamp (halogen) 3457 or 3457K Front park, turn lamp (HID) 3457AK (amber) Sidemarker (front/rear) 194

9145–GT or H11–Pony

Fog lamp

Tail lamp, brake lamp, turn lamp (LED)

* High-mount stoplamp (LED) Non-replaceable LEDs Backup lamp 912 License plate lamp C5WL Dome/Map lamp 168 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer. * To replace these lamps - see your authorized dealer.

(V6) or GT Cal Special

D3S

(if equipped)

L1230R-3N and

L3230R-4CX

Replacing interior bulbs

Check the operation of all bulbs frequently.

Replacing exterior bulbs

Check the operation of all bulbs frequently.

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Replacing headlamp bulbs

To remove the headlamp bulb:

1. 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.

WARNING: 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 HID headlamp bulbs (if equipped)

The headlamps on your vehicle use a “high intensity discharge” source. These lamps operate at a high voltage. When the bulb is burned out, the bulb and starter capsule assembly must be replaced by your authorized dealer.

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Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs

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

Halogen headlamp

HID headlamp

2. Remove the hex head screws attaching the underbody forward aeroshield and remove to gain access to the front parking lamp/turn signal assembly.

3. Rotate the socket counterclockwise and remove from the lamp assembly.

4. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of socket. Install the new bulb in reverse order.

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Replacing front sidemarker bulb

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

2. Remove the hex head screws attaching the underbody forward aeroshield and remove to gain access to the front sidemarker assembly.

3. Rotate the socket counterclockwise and remove from the lamp assembly.

4. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of socket.

Replacing tail lamp/brake/rear turn signal lamps

See your authorized dealer for replacement LED assembly.

The tail lamp, the brake lamp and the turn signal lamp are located in the tail lamp assembly. Follow the same steps to replace these lamps.

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

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

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3. Unbolt the three tail lamp attachment nuts and remove the lamp assembly.

4. Rotate the LED assembly counterclockwise and remove it from the lamp assembly.

5. Disconnect the LED assembly from the electrical connector and replace the LED assembly.

6. Install new LED assembly in reverse order.

Replacing backup bulbs

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

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

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

3. Unbolt the three tail lamp attachment nuts and remove the lamp assembly.

4. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the lamp assembly.

5. Pull the bulb straight out from the socket.

Install the new bulb in reverse order.

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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. Insert 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 lamp assembly.

4. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of socket. Install the new bulb in reverse order.

Replacing fog lamp bulbs (GT) (if equipped)

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

2. Remove the sight shield by loosening the fasteners with a flathead screwdriver.

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

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Replacing fog lamp bulbs (GT-CS) (if equipped)

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

2. Remove the underbody air deflector panel screws and panel.

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

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

Install the new bulb in reverse order.

Replacing fog lamp bulbs (V6) (if equipped)

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

2. Remove the hex head screws attaching the underbody forward aeroshield and remove to gain access to the fog lamp assembly.

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

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

Install the new bulb in reverse order.

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs

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

2. Remove the two screws and the lens from the license plate lamp assembly.

3. Carefully pull the bulb straight out from the lamp assembly.

Install new bulb(s) in reverse order.

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MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER

Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers; rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers.

Windshield washer: Press the end of the stalk:

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

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

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

Courtesy wipe feature: One extra wipe will occur a few seconds after washing the front window to clear any excess washer fluid remaining on the windshield.

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

Windshield wiper rainlamp feature (if equipped with autolamp)

When the windshield wipers are turned on during daylight, and the headlamp control is in the autolamp position, the exterior lamps will turn on after a brief delay and will remain on until the wipers are turned off.

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TILT STEERING WHEEL

To adjust the steering wheel:

1. Hold the steering wheel with one hand. With the other hand, push the lever down to unlock the steering column.

2. Tilt the steering column to its desired position.

3. While holding the steering wheel, pull the lever up to its original position to lock the steering column.

WARNING: Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)

Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamp.

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Slide-on-rod feature

Rotate the visor towards the side window and extend it rearward for additional sunlight coverage.

Note: To stow the visor back into the headliner, visor must be retracted before moving it back towards the windshield.

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Flexible visor storage system (if equipped)

Visors equipped with the flexible visor storage system can accommodate various storage accessories. A sunglass clip and multi-function clip are provided.

To attach one of the accessories, do the following:

1. Insert the provided removal tool

(on the accessory holder) or a coin into the slot on the plug and turn 1/4-turn in either direction to remove. It may be necessary to rotate the visor until the plug drops away from the opening. When not in use, place the plug in the provided holder.

2. Remove the accessory from the holder and insert the end of the

storage accessory into the visor opening. Turn 1/4-turn in either direction until the accessory snaps into place. For best results, ensure the open end of the accessory is facing away from the windshield.

3. Reverse the procedure to remove the accessory and replace the cap or

change to a different accessory. Additional accessories are available from your authorized dealer. See the

Accessories chapter for more information.

ELECTRONIC COMPASS (IF EQUIPPED)

The compass heading is displayed in the center integrated display (CID). The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large

buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy.

Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass will correct itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normal conditions. If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manual calibration may be necessary. Refer to Compass calibration

adjustment.

Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point that varies slightly from the northerly direction on maps. This variation is four degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate this error. Refer to Compass zone adjustment.

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Compass zone adjustment

1. Determine which magnetic zone you are in for your geographic location by referring to the zone map.

2. Turn ignition to the on position.

3. Press and hold the 7 and 9 radio preset buttons together for approximately five seconds until ZONE XX appears in the CID.

4. Press and release the 7 and 9 radio preset buttons together, repeatedly until ZONE XX changes to the correct zone (1–15) in the CID.

5. The direction will display after the buttons are released. The zone is now updated.

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Compass calibration adjustment

Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut.

1. Start the vehicle.

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2. To calibrate, press and hold the 7

and 9 radio preset buttons together for approximately 10 seconds until CAL appears. Release the buttons.

3. Slowly drive the vehicle in a

circle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) until the CAL display changes to the direction value (N, S, E, W, etc.). It may take up to five circles to complete calibration.

4. The compass is now calibrated.

CENTER CONSOLE

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

• Dual cupholders in front of console (pull door open to access)

• Lockable storage bin (use ignition key to lock/unlock the console bin and press the latch to open the console)

• Auxiliary power point

• Coin holder slots

• Audio input jack

• USB port (if equipped)

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

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AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12V DC)

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.

Auxiliary power points can be found in the following locations:

• On the instrument panel

• Inside the center console storage bin

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

Note: Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket (if equipped). Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by your warranty, and can result in fire or serious injury.

To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s) over the vehicle capacity of 12VDC/180W/15A. If the power point or cigar lighter socket is not working, a fuse may have blown. Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside Emergencies chapter for information on checking and replacing fuses.

To have full capacity usage of your power point, the engine is required to be running to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery. To prevent the battery from being discharged:

• do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running,

• do not leave battery chargers, video game adapters, computers and other devices plugged in overnight or when the vehicle is parked for extended periods.

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

POWER WINDOWS

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

seriously injure themselves.

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WARNING: 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.

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

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

One-touch up or down (front windows only)

This feature allows the driver or passenger’s window to open or close fully without holding the control down.

To operate one-touch down, press 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.

To operate one-touch 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 one-touch up functionality (front windows only)

Under low battery power conditions, one-touch up only functionality may be lost. To reset this function after restoring full battery power, pull the switch to the one-touch up position, hold the switch until the glass reaches the stall position and continue to hold for two seconds. Press the window switch down and operate the window to the full down position. One-touch up will now be functional. Perform one-touch up

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

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.

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Bounce-back override (front windows only)

To override bounce-back, within two seconds after reaching bounce-back position, if the switch is moved from the neutral to the one-touch 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 two 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 two seconds. Immediately after releasing the window switch, pull the switch up to raise the window until it completes its travel and hold the switch up for two 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.

• Press down and hold the switch to open.

• Pull up and hold the switch to close.

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Rear power windows manual override (convertible only)

The rear quarter window switch will not operate under the following conditions:

• Convertible top is moving

• Convertible top is not completely up or down

In the event that the rear quarter window switch does not operate when the convertible top is completely up or down, the rear quarter windows can be manually raised up.

The following procedure must be performed within two minutes:

1. Turn the ignition key to the off position, then turn back to the on

position.

2. Press the rear window switch down three times.

3. Turn the ignition key to the off position, then turn back to the on

position.

4. Pull and hold the rear window switch up and hold for three seconds,

the rear windows will begin to start moving up.

Accessory delay

With accessory delay, the window switches, convertible top (if equipped) and radio may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the off position or until either front door is opened.

INTERIOR MIRROR

The interior rearview mirror has two pivot points on the support arm which lets you adjust the mirror up or down and from side to side.

WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion.

Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped)

The interior rear view mirror has an auto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will change from the normal (high reflective) state to the non-glare (darkened) state when bright lights (glare) reach the mirror. When the mirror detects bright light from behind the vehicle, it will automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare.

The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the vehicle is placed in R (Reverse) to ensure a bright clear view when backing up.

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Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the interior rear view mirror since this may impair proper mirror performance.

Note: A rear center passenger and/or raised rear center headrest (if

equipped) may also block the light from reaching the sensor.

Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum-based cleaning products.

Note: If equipped with a rearview camera system, a video image will

display in the mirror or the navigation system display (if equipped) when the vehicle is put in R (Reverse). As you shift into any other gear from R (Reverse), the image will remain for a few seconds and then turn off. Refer to Rearview camera system in the Driving chapter.

EXTERIOR MIRRORS

Power side view mirrors

WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion.

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.

Blind spot mirrors (if equipped)

Your vehicle may be equipped with blind spot mirrors. Refer to Blind spot mirrors in the Driving chapter.

SPEED CONTROL

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

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

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Using speed controls

The speed controls are located on the steering wheel. The following buttons work with speed control:

Base controls

OFF

RES

SET

Optional controls

SET

RESUME

OFF ON

ON/OFF: Press to turn the system on or off. SET (+): Press to set a speed or to increase a set speed. SET (–): Press to decrease a set speed. RES / RESUME: Press to resume a set speed.

Setting speed control

The set speed control:

1. Press and release ON.

2. Accelerate to the desired speed.

3. Press and release SET (+).

4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.

5. The indicator

light on the instrument cluster will turn on.

Note:

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

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

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

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Disengaging speed control

To disengage the speed control, tap the brake pedal or clutch pedal (if equipped).

Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed.

Resuming a set speed

Press and release RES / RESUME. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed.

Increasing speed while using speed control

To increase the set speed:

• Press and hold SET (+) until you get to the desired speed, then release. You can also use SET (+) to operate the tap-up function. Press and release SET (+) to increase the vehicle set speed in approximately 1 mph (2 km/h) increments.

• Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed then press and release SET (+).

Reducing speed while using speed control

To reduce the set speed:

• Press and hold SET (–) until you get to the desired speed, then release. You can also use SET (–) to operate the tap-down function. Press and release SET (–) to decrease the vehicle set speed in approximately 1 mph (2 km/h) increments.

• Press the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached then press and release SET (+).

Turning off speed control

To turn off the speed control, press OFF or turn off the ignition.

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

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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)

With navigation system (if equipped)

• Press command features.

For further information on using voice commands with the navigation system, refer to the Navigation System supplement.

• Press etc.).

• Press – VOL + to adjust the volume in any mode.

• Press

Refer to the Navigation System supplement for more information on using phone features.

• Press

Refer to the Navigation System supplement for more information on using this feature.

With SYNC威 system (if equipped)

• Press command features.

For further information on using voice commands with the SYNC威 system, refer to the SYNC威 supplement.

• Press etc.).

• Press – VOL + to adjust the volume in any mode.

• Press

Refer to the SYNC威 supplement for more information on using phone features.

to use the voice

to select the entertainment playing media (radio, CD, line in,

to activate phone mode.

to change radio stations/CD tracks.

to use the voice

to select the entertainment playing media (radio, CD, line in,

to activate phone mode.

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• Press OK to confirm selections various audio and SYNC威 selections. For further information on the SYNC威 system, refer to the SYNC威

supplement.

• Press

UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR OPENER (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle may be equipped with a universal garage door opener which can be used to replace the common hand-held transmitter.

Car2U姞 Home Automation System (if equipped)

The Car2U威 Home Automation System is a universal transmitter located in the driver’s visor that includes two primary features – a garage door opener and a platform for remote activation of devices within the home. The Car2U威 system’s garage door opener function replaces the common hand-held garage door opener with a three-button transmitter that is integrated into the interior of your vehicle. After being programmed for garage doors, the Car2U威 system transmitter can be programmed to operate security devices and home lighting systems.

WARNING: Make sure that people and objects are clear of the garage door or security device you are programming. Do not

program the Car2U威 system with the vehicle in the garage.

to change radio stations/CD tracks.

Do not use the Car2U威 system with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U.S. Federal Safety Standards (this includes any garage door opener manufactured before April 1, 1982).

Be sure to keep the original remote control transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future Car2U威 system programming. It is also recommended that upon the sale or lease termination of the vehicle, the programmed Car2U威 system buttons should be erased for security reasons. Refer to Erasing the Car2U威 Home Automation System buttons later in this section.

Read the instructions completely before attempting to program the Car2U威 system. Because of the steps involved, it may be helpful to have another person assist you in programming the transmitter.

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Additional Car2U威 system information can be found on-line at www.learcar2U.com or by calling the toll-free Car2U威 system help line at 1-866-572-2728.

Types of garage door openers (rolling code and fixed code)

The Car2U威 Home Automation System may be programmed to operate rolling code and fixed code garage door openers.

• Rolling code garage door openers were produced after 1996 and are code protected. Rolling code means the coded signal is changed every time your remote control garage door opener is used.

• Fixed code garage door openers were produced prior to 1996. Fixed code uses the same coded signal every time. It is manually programmed by setting DIP switches for a unique personal code.

If you do not know if your garage door opener is a rolling code or fixed code device, open your garage door opener’s remote control battery

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cover. If a panel of DIP switches is present your garage door opener is a fixed code device. If not, your garage door opener is a rolling code device.

Note: Programming the Car2U威 system to a community gate will require a unique set of instructions depending on the gate system model. Contact the Car2U威 help line at 1-866-572-2728 to program your Car2U威 system.

Note: Accidentally entering the program mode may override previously programmed buttons. This can happen by pressing and releasing the outer two buttons, or all three buttons, simultaneously. If this happens, do not press any button until the module times out after approximately

2.5 seconds and resets to normal mode. When time-out occurs, all three

LEDs will flash rapidly for a few seconds then turn off. Any settings should remain as previously set.

Rolling code programming

Note: Programming the rolling code garage door opener involves time-sensitive actions. Read the entire procedure prior to beginning so you will know which actions are time-sensitive. If you do not follow the time-sensitive actions, the device will time out and you will have to repeat the procedure.

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Note: Do not program the Car2U威 system with the vehicle in the garage. Make sure that your key is on and engine off while programming the

transmitter.

1. Firmly press the two outer Car2U威 system buttons for 1–2 seconds, then release.

2. Go to the garage to locate the garage door opener motor and its “learn” button. You may need a ladder to reach the unit and you may need to remove the unit’s cover or light lens to locate the “learn” button. Press the “learn” button, after which you will have 10–30 seconds to return to your vehicle and complete the following steps. If you cannot locate the “learn” button, refer to the Owner’s Guide of your garage door opener or call the toll-free Car2U威 system help line at 1-866-57Car2U (1-866-572-2728).

3. Return to your vehicle. Press and hold the Car2U威 system button you would like to use to control the garage door. You may need to hold the button from 5–20 seconds, during which time the selected button indicator light will blink slowly. Immediately (within 1 second) release the button once the garage door moves. When the button is released, the indicator light will begin to blink rapidly until programming is complete.

4. Press and release the button again. The garage door should move, confirming that programming is successful. If your garage door does not operate, repeat the previous steps in this section.

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After successful programming, you will be able to operate your Car2U威 system by pressing the button you programmed to activate the opener. The indicator light above the selected button will turn on to confirm that the Car2U威 system is responding to the button command.

To program another rolling code device such as an additional garage door opener, a security device or home lighting, repeat Steps 1 through 4 substituting a different function button in Step 3 than what you used for the garage door opener. For example, you could assign the left-most button to the garage door, the center button to a security device, and the right-most button to another garage door opener.

Note: The Car2U威 system allows for three devices to be programmed. If you need to change or replace any of the three devices after it has been initially programmed, it is necessary to erase the current settings using the Erasing the Car2U威 Home Automation System buttons procedure and then programming all of the devices being used.

Fixed code programming

Note: Do not program the Car2U威 system with the vehicle in the garage.

Make sure that your key is on and engine off while programming the transmitter.

1. To program units with fixed code DIP switches, you will need the

garage door hand-held transmitter, paper and a pen or pencil.

2. Open the battery cover and record the switch settings from left to

right for all 8 to 12 switches. Use the figure below:

When a switch is in the up, on, or + position, circle “L.”

When a switch is in the middle, neutral, or 0 position, circle “M.”

When a switch is in the down, off, or – position, circle “R.”

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Switch position 12345678 9101112

Up, on or +

Middle, neutral or 0

Down, offor–

L=left; M=middle; R=right

3. To input these positions into the Car2U威 system, simultaneously press all three Car2U威 system buttons for a few seconds and then release to put the device into programming mode. The indicator lights will blink slowly. Within

2.5 minutes enter your corresponding DIP switch settings from left to right into your Car2U威 system by pressing and releasing the buttons corresponding to the settings you circled.

4. After inputting switch settings, simultaneously press and release all three Car2U威 system buttons. The indicator lights will turn on.

5. Press and hold the Car2U威 system button you would like to use to control the garage door. Immediately (within 1 second) release the button once the garage door moves. During this time the selected button indicator light will blink slowly. Do not release the button until you see the garage door move. Most garage doors open quickly. You may need to hold the button from 5–55 seconds before observing movement of the garage door.

6. The indicator light will (begin to) blink rapidly until programming is complete. If your garage door opener does not operate following these steps, repeat Steps 2 through 6. Otherwise, call the toll-free Car2U威 help line at 1-866-57Car2U (1-866-572-2728).

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MMMMMMMMMMMM

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Erasing the Car2U姞 Home Automation System buttons

Note: The system allows for three devices to be programmed. If you need to change or replace any of the three devices after it has been initially programmed, it will be necessary to erase the current settings using the procedure below and then reprogramming all of the devices being used.

To erase programming on the Car2U威 system (individual buttons cannot be erased), use the following procedure:

1. Firmly press the two outside

Car2U威 system buttons simultaneously for approximately 20 seconds until the indicator lights begin to blink rapidly. The indicator lights are located directly above the buttons.

2. Once the indicator lights begin to

blink, release your fingers from the buttons. The codes for all buttons are erased.

If you sell your vehicle equipped with the Car2U威 system, it is recommended that you erase the programming for security reasons.

FCC and RSS-210 Industry Canada Compliance

The Car2U威 system complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Changes and modifications to the Car2U威 system transmitter by other than an authorized service facility could void authorization to use the equipment.

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POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT

WARNING: Always use floor mats that are designed to fit the

foot well of your vehicle. Only use floor mats that leave the pedal area unobstructed. Only use floor mats that are firmly secured to retention posts so that they cannot slip out of position and interfere with the pedals or impair safe operation of your vehicle in other ways.

• Pedals that cannot move freely can cause loss of vehicle control and

increase the risk of serious personal injury.

• Always make sure that the floor mats are properly attached to the

retention posts in the carpet that are supplied with your vehicle. Floor mats must be properly secured to both retention posts to ensure mats do not shift out of position.

• Never place floor mats or any other covering in the vehicle foot well

that cannot be properly secured to prevent them from moving and interfering with the pedals or the ability to control the vehicle.

• Never place floor mats or any other covering on top of already

installed floor mats. Floor mats should always rest on top of vehicle carpeting surface and not another floor mat or other covering. Additional floor mats or any other covering will reduce the pedal clearance and potentially interfere with pedal operation.

• Check attachment of floor mats on a regular basis. Always properly

reinstall and secure floor mats that have been removed for cleaning or replacement.

• Always make sure that objects cannot fall into the driver foot well

while the vehicle is moving. Objects that are loose can become trapped under the pedals causing a loss of vehicle control.

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WARNING (Continued)

• Failure to properly follow floor mat installation or attachment instructions can potentially cause interference with pedal operation causing loss of control of vehicle.

• To install floor mats, position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the retention post and press down to lock in.

• To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure.

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 mph (5 km/h).

Note: Lowering the convertible top when the top material is wet may cause mold or mildew.

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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Note: The latch handles must be pulled downward 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. Press 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.

WARNING: 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 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. Press 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. Note: 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. Pull down on the latch handles and at the center grip in the header 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.

Note: 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. Pull down on the latch handles and at the center grip in the header to fasten the top. Press the latch handles up into the stowed position once the latch is rotated into the full forward position.

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ROLLER BLIND SUN SHADE (IF EQUIPPED)

If your vehicle is equipped with a glass roof, the roller blind sun shade will cover the glass roof inside your vehicle.

Use the center-mounted cup handle to slide the shade open or closed.

INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROL

The remote trunk release button is located on the instrument panel. Press the button to unlatch the trunk.

Interior trunk control lockout (convertible vehicles only)

This feature helps prevent unauthorized access to the trunk when the convertible top is open, by disabling the interior trunk control.

This is useful when you want to leave the convertible top open, but still prevent access to the trunk.

To operate this feature (the vehicle must be off and accessory power delay not active): Lock the vehicle using the integrated keyhead transmitter or the power door lock switch. The interior trunk control will now be disabled.

To enable the interior trunk control:

• use the integrated keyhead transmitter to unlock the vehicle,

• or turn the ignition on.

The interior trunk control will now work normally.

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KEYS

Your vehicle may be equipped with two integrated keyhead transmitters (IKTs). The key blade functions as a programmed key which starts the vehicle and unlocks/locks all the doors. The transmitter portion functions as the remote entry transmitter.

Your IKTs are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed key will not permit your vehicle to start. If you lose your authorized dealer supplied IKTs, replacement IKTs are available through your authorized dealer. Standard SecuriLock威 keys without remote entry transmitter functionality can also be purchased from your authorized dealer if desired.

Always carry a spare key with you in case of an emergency.

For more information regarding programming replacement IKTs, refer to the SecuriLock威 passive anti-theft system section later in this chapter.

Note: Your vehicle’s IKTs were issued with a security tag that provides important vehicle key cut information. It is recommended that you keep the tag in a safe place for future reference.

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MYKEY姞

The MyKey威 feature allows you to program a restricted driving mode to promote good driving habits. All but one of the keys programmed to the vehicle can be activated as a MyKey威. The key will remain restricted until MyKey威 is cleared. Any remaining keys are referred to as an “administrator key” or admin key. The admin key can be used to create a MyKey威, program optional MyKey威 settings, and clear the MyKey威 feature. When the MyKey威 feature is enabled the user can use system check in the message center to see how many MyKeys威 and admin keys are programmed to the vehicle, and see the total distance the vehicle has been driven with the MyKey威 active.

MyKey威 restricted features

Standard settings – these settings cannot be changed

• Belt-Minder cannot be disabled. The audio system will be muted whenever Belt-Minder威 is activated until the safety belts are buckled. Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for a detailed description of Belt-Minder威 operation.

• Low fuel warnings are displayed in the message center followed by a chime when the distance to empty value reaches 75 miles (120 km).

• The following systems, if equipped, cannot be turned off: reverse sensing system, blind spot information system (BLIS威) with cross traffic alert and collision warning system.

Optional settings – these settings can be changed

• Vehicle speed is limited to 80 mph (130 km/h). Visual warnings are displayed followed by a chime when the vehicle speed has reached 80 mph (130 km/h).

• Visual warnings are displayed followed by a chime when a preselected vehicle speed of 45, 55 or 65 mph (75, 90, or 105 km/h) is exceeded.

• The maximum volume of the audio system is limited to 45%. MYKEY VOLUME LIMITED will be displayed in the audio system display when attempting to exceed the limited volume.

• The AdvanceTrac威 system cannot be turned off. When this optional setting is on, the MyKey威 user will not be able to deactivate the system. Note: It may be beneficial to deactivate the AdvanceTrac威 system if the vehicle is stuck in snow, mud or sand.

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Create a MyKey威

To program MyKey威 on one of the keys programmed to the vehicle, insert the key that you want to make a MyKey威 into the ignition. For vehicles equipped with push button start, put the intelligent access key in the backup slot; see the Driving chapter for the location of the backup slot. Turn the ignition on. Use the message center buttons to do the following:

1. Press SETUP until PRESS RESET TO CREATE MYKEY is displayed.

2. Press and release the RESET button. HOLD RESET TO CONFIRM MYKEY will be displayed.

3. Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds until MARK THIS AS RESTRICTED is displayed.

4. Wait until KEY RESTRICTED AT NEXT START is displayed. MyKey威 is successfully programmed. Make sure you label it so you can

distinguish it from the admin keys. Note: To program the optional settings go to Step 2 in the Programming MyKey威 Optional Settings section. If your vehicle is equipped with remote start, see the Using MyKey威 with Remote Start Systems section.

Note: The MyKey威 can be cleared within the same key cycle that it was created, otherwise a standard key (administrator key) is required to clear the MyKey威 programming. To clear all MyKeys威 go to Step 2 in the Clear MyKey威 section.

Programming MyKey威 Optional Settings

Turn the ignition on using an admin key. To program the optional settings, use the message center buttons to do the following:

1. Press SETUP until RESET FOR MYKEY SETTINGS is displayed.

2. Press and release the RESET button to display MyKey setup menus. The first menu shown is:

MYKEY MAX MPH <80 MPH> OFF

3. If you don’t want to change the maximum speed setting, press the SETUP button to display the next menu. The remaining menus appear as follows with the default settings shown:

MYKEY MPH TONES 45 55 65 <OFF> MYKEY VOLUME LIMIT <ON> OFF MYKEY ADVTRAC CTRL ON <OFF>.

4. On any of the menus press RESET to highlight your choice with the <…>.

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5. Press SETUP to enter your choice. The next optional setting will be

displayed.

6. Repeat Steps 4 and 5 until you are done changing the optional

settings.

Clear MyKey威

To reset all MyKeys威 as admin keys, do the following:

1. Turn the vehicle on using the admin key.

2. Press SETUP until PRESS RESET TO CLEAR MYKEY is displayed.

3. Press and release the RESET button. HOLD RESET TO CONFIRM

CLEAR is displayed.

4. Press and hold the RESET button for two seconds until ALL MYKEYS

CLEARED is displayed.

Check MyKey威 system status

The vehicle system check will provide the status of the following MyKey威 parameters:

• MYKEY MILES — This odometer only tracks mileage when a MyKey威 is used. If mileage does not accumulate as expected, then the MyKey威 is not being used by the intended user. The only way to reset this odometer to zero is by clearing MyKey威. If this odometer is lower than the last time you checked, then the MyKey威 system has been recently cleared.

• # MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED — Indicates how many MyKeys威 are programmed to the vehicle. Can be used to detect deletion of a MyKey威.

• # ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED — Indicates how many admin keys are programmed to the vehicle. Can be used to detect if an additional spare key has been programmed to the vehicle.

Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for MyKey威 system warnings displays.

Using MyKey威 with remote start systems

MyKey威 is not compatible with non-Ford approved aftermarket remote start systems. If you choose to install a remote start system please see your authorized dealer for a Ford approved remote start system.

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Vehicles equipped with traditional keys:

When using a Ford-approved remote start system, the default settings will recognize the remote start system as an additional admin key with its associated privileges. Owners of vehicles equipped with traditional keys should program the remote start system as a MyKey威 in addition to the key that they have already programmed as a MyKey威. To program the remote start system as MyKey威, do the following:

1. Enter the vehicle and close all doors.

2. Remote start the vehicle using a remote start fob.

3. Follow Steps 1-4 in the Create a MyKey威 section.

Vehicles equipped with an intelligent access key (push button start)

• It is not possible to program the remote start system as a MyKey威 on vehicles equipped with intelligent access key (push button start). Therefore, you should treat the remote start fob as you would any other admin key. When the vehicle is started using remote start, the system will stall the engine when you either enter the vehicle or shift the vehicle into gear. Prior to the engine stall, the vehicle will have administrative privileges. When you restart the engine, the vehicle will identify the user as an admin or MyKey威 driver depending on the settings of the actual key used to start the vehicle.

Note: For all vehicles, the number of MYKEY(S) PROGRAMMED or ADMIN KEYS PROGRAMMED that is displayed in the MyKey威 system status menus will include the remote start system as an additional key in the total count. See the Check MyKey威 system status section.

Note: For all vehicles with remote start installed, it is possible to program all ’real’ keys as MyKeys威, in which case, you will need to use your remote start system to reset all MyKeys威 as admin keys by doing the following:

1. Enter the vehicle, close all doors.

2. Remote start the vehicle using your remote start fob.

3. Follow Steps 1-4 in the Clear MyKey威 section.

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