Ford TAURUS 2005 Owner Manual

Introduction 4

Instrument Cluster 10

Warning and control lights 10 Gauges 13

Entertainment Systems 15

AM/FM stereo cassette 15 AM/FM stereo with CD 18 CD changer 20

Climate Controls 23

Manual heating and air conditioning 23 Electronic automatic temperature control 25 Rear window defroster 28

Lights 29

Headlamps 29 Turn signal control 32 Bulb replacement 34

Driver Controls 44

Windshield wiper/washer control 44 Steering wheel adjustment 46 Power windows 47 Mirrors 48 Speed control 49 Message center 57

Locks and Security 71

Keys 71 Locks 71 Anti-theft system 81

Table of Contents

Seating and Safety Restraints 86

Seating 86 Safety restraints 91 Airbags 107 Child restraints 116

Tires, Wheels and Loading 129

Tire Information 130 Tire Inflation 131 Changing tires 134 Lug Nut Torque 139 Vehicle loading 149 Trailer towing 155 Recreational towing 158

Driving 159

Starting 159 Brakes 163 Traction control 165 Transmission operation 167

Roadside Emergencies 172

Getting roadside assistance 172 Hazard flasher switch 173 Fuel pump shut-off switch 173 Fuses and relays 175 Jump starting 182 Wrecker towing 187

Customer Assistance 189

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 197

Cleaning 198

Table of Contents

Maintenance and Specifications 204

Engine compartment 206 Engine oil 209 Battery 213 Engine Coolant 215 Fuel information 220 Part numbers 236 Refill capacities 237 Lubricant specifications 238

Accessories 245

Index 247

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Introduction

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and

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

CONGRATULATIONS

Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford Motor Company product. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.

For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website:

• In the United States: www.ford.com

• In Canada: www.ford.ca

• In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx

• In Australia: www.ford.com.au

Additional owner information is given in separate publications.

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

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

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

Introduction

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guide

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

Warning symbols on your vehicle

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

Protecting the environment

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

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

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

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

Introduction

SPECIAL NOTICES

Emission warranty

The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-Bumper Coverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 6.0L Power Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is eligible for Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties. For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s

Guide.

Service Data Recording

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

Event Data Recording

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

• how various systems in your vehicle were operating;

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

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

brake pedal;

• how fast the vehicle was traveling; and

• where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.

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

Introduction

Special instructions

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

Please read the section Supplemental restraint system (SRS)

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

Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should

NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger air bag.

MIDDLE EAST/NORTH AFRICA VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION

For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the ones that are described in this Owner’s Guide; therefore, a supplement has been supplied that complements this book. By referring to the pages in the provided supplement, you can properly identify those features, recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. Refer to this

Owner’s Guide for all other required information and warnings.

Introduction

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

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert

Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front

Air Bag-Side Child Seat

Child Seat Installation Warning

Child Seat Tether Anchor

Anti-Lock Brake System

Powertrain Malfunction Speed Control

Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment

See Owner’s Guide

Child Seat Lower Anchor

Brake System

Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based

Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe

Windshield Defrost/Demist

Rear Window Defrost/Demist

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Introduction

Power Windows Front/Rear

Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock

Power Window Lockout

Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol

Panic Alarm Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Engine Coolant Temperature

Do Not Open When Hot Battery

Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks

Battery Acid

Explosive Gas Fan Warning

Power Steering Fluid

Maintain Correct Fluid Level

Emission System Engine Air Filter

MAX

MIN

Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Jack

Check fuel cap Low tire warning

Instrument Cluster

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, have the respective system inspected immediately.

Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator light

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

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures

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

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

Instrument Cluster

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

Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is

dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your dealer immediately.

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

illuminated or continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have the system serviced immediately. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated.

Air bag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned to ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected.

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt.

BRAKE

ABS

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

Instrument Cluster

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

Traction Control娂 active (if equipped): Flashes when the

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

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

Securilock娂 Anti-theft system:

Flashes when the Securilock娂 Passive Anti-theft System has been activated. Refer to Securilock娂 Passive Anti-theft System in the Locks and Security 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.

CRUISE

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

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

Instrument Cluster

GAUGES

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.

Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant

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

the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is

running or hot.

Instrument Cluster

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.

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

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

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

Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of the vehicle. Note: When the odometer shows over 10,000 miles the tenths drop off the display.

Refer to Message Center in the Drivers Controls chapter on how to switch the display from Metric to English.

Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys. Press and release the message center INFO button until “TRIP” appears in the display (this represents the trip mode). Press and hold the RESET button for three seconds to reset.

Entertainment Systems

AM/FM STEREO CASSETTE/MACH姞 AUDIO SYSTEM WITH AM/FM STEREO CASSETTE (IF EQUIPPED)

1. Tape: Insert the cassette with the opening to the right. If a tape is already inserted into the system, press TAPE to begin tape play.

2. Clock: To set the hour, press and hold the H control. When the desired hour appears, release the control.

To set the minute, press and hold the M control. When the desired minute appears, release the control.

3. CD: Press to play the CD (if equipped).

Note: This system is CDDJ compatible, but CDDJ is an option with limited availability as defined in the order guide.

4. Bass: Press

/ to

BASS

decrease/increase the bass output.

5. Treble: Press

/ to

TREB

decrease/increase the treble output.

Entertainment Systems

6. Balance: Press / to shift sound to the left/right speakers.

7. Fade: Press

/ to shift

sound to the rear/front speakers.

8. Scan: Press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of all listenable radio stations, tape or CD selections. Press again to stop.

9. Shuffle: Press to play CD tracks in random order.

10. COMP (compression): While playing a CD, press to bring soft and loud passages together for a more consistent listening level.

11.

Dolby威 noise reduction:

Reduces tape noise and hiss while playing a tape, press to activate/deactivate.

12. Side 1–2: Press to change tape direction.

13. FF (fast forward): Press to advance the tape or CD.

BAL

FADE

14. REW (rewind): Press to rewind the tape or reverse the CD.

15. Memory preset buttons: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM1/FM2; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns.

16. Tune: Works in radio mode or CD mode. Press

/ to change

frequency down/up or previous/next disc.

17. Cassette door: Insert a cassette into the cassette door.

18. Seek: Press and release

/ for previous/next

listenable radio station, tape selection or CD track.

19. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase or decrease volume levels.

Entertainment Systems

VOL PUSH ON

20. AM/FM: Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode (AM/FM1/FM2).

21. EJ (Eject): Press to eject a tape.

Entertainment Systems

AUDIO SYSTEM WITH AM/FM STEREO/SINGLE CD PLAYER (IF EQUIPPED)

1. Clock: To set the hour, press and hold the H control. When the desired hour appears, release the control.

To set the minute, press and hold the M control. When the desired minute appears, release the control.

2. Bass: Press decrease/increase the bass output.

/ to

BASS

3. Treble: Press

/ to

decrease/increase the treble output.

4. Balance: Press

/ to shift

sound to the left/right speakers.

5. Fade: Press

/ to shift

sound to the rear/front speakers.

TREB

BAL

FADE

Entertainment Systems

6. Scan: Press to hear a brief sampling of all listenable radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop.

7. CD: Press to play a CD. Press again to toggle between single CD mode and CD Changer mode (if equipped).

8. Shuffle: Press to play CD tracks in random order.

9. COMP (compression): Press to bring soft and loud passages together for a more consistent listening level.

10. FF (fast forward): Press and hold until desired selection is reached.

11. REW (rewind): Press and hold until desired selection is reached.

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

13. Tune: Press radio frequency down/up. With CD

changer (if equipped), press to select the previous/next CD.

14. Seek: Press and release

/ for previous/next

listenable radio station or previous/next CD track.

15. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase or decrease volume levels.

/ to change

VOL PUSH ON

Entertainment Systems

16. EJ (Eject): Press to eject a CD.

17. AM/FM: Press to choose a frequency band (AM/FM1/FM2).

CD CHANGER (IF EQUIPPED)

Your CD changer is either located in the trunk, the center console or the right side cargo area storage compartment (wagon only).

1. Slide the door to access the CD changer magazine.

2. Press

3. Turn the magazine (A) over.

4. Using the disc holder release

to eject the magazine.

knob (C), pull the disc holder (B) out of the magazine.

Do not pull too hard on the disc holder as the disc holder may come completely out of the magazine. If this happens, reinsert the disc holder back into the magazine while pressing on the lever.

Entertainment Systems

5. Line up the CD with the groove of the disc holder. Ensure that the label on the CD faces downwards.

6. Press the disc holder until it locks securely into the magazine.

Ensure that the disc holder is evenly inserted and at the same level as the magazine (A). The unit will not operate if the disc holder is not inserted at the same level (B).

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.

CASSETTE/PLAYER CARE

Do:

• Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less.

Entertainment Systems

• Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the hole and turning the hub.

• Remove loose labels before inserting tapes.

• Allow tapes which have been subjected to extreme heat, humidity or

cold to reach a moderate temperature before playing.

• Clean the cassette player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after 10–12 hours of play to maintain good sound/operation.

Don’t:

• Expose tapes to direct sunlight, extreme humidity, heat or cold.

• Leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not being

played.

CD/CD PLAYER CARE

Do:

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

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

and wipe from the center out.

Don’t:

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

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

• 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. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ball point pens may damage CDs. Please contact your dealer for further information.

AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTY AND SERVICE

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

Climate Controls

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

1. Temperature selection:

Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle.

2. Passenger airbag indicator

light: Indicates whether the Passenger front air bag is currently ON or OFF. Refer to Front

passenger sensing system in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter.

3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the

vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each control.

MAX A/C: Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel registers 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.

A/C: Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents to cool the vehicle.

: Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents.

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

: Distributes air through the instrument panel and floor vents.

: Distributes air through the floor vents.

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and floor

vents.

: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents. Can

be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice.

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

vehicle.

5. Rear defroster control: Press

to activate/deactivate the rear window defroster. For more information, refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter.

Climate Controls

OPERATING TIPS

• To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place the air flow selector in the

• To reduce humidity buildup within the cabin, do not drive with the selector in the OFF or MAX A/C position when outside temperature is below 40°F (3°C).

• To improve A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open for the first 2–3 minutes after starting the vehicle or until the vehicle has “aired out.”

• 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.

• For best cooling results when using the MAX A/C mode, move the temperature control to full cold and initially set the fan to highest speed, then adjust the temperature and fan to maintain comfort.

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

1. Select

2. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort.

3. Set the fan speed to the highest setting.

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

To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel.

position.

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

Climate Controls

AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

1. OFF: Outside air is shut out and

the climate control system is turned off.

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

recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages automatically in the AUTO, F modes.

3. Passenger airbag off: Indicates whether the front airbag is ON or

OFF. Refer to Front passenger sensing system in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter.

cabin. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time to cool down the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculation can be engaged manually in any

airflow selection except F automatically in all airflow selections.

5. Temperature control: Press to

increase or decrease the temperature in the cabin. Note: The recommended vehicle cabin setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C).

Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air circulation in

(defrost) and (floor/defrost)

(defrost). Recirculation may turn off

Climate Controls

6. AUTO: Press to engage full

automatic operation, and 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.

7. Fan Speed: Press to manually

increase/decrease fan speed. To return to automatic fan operation, select AUTO.

8. Manual override controls:

Allows you to change the system operation. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO.

9. F

through the windshield defroster vents. Can be used to clear thin ice or fog from the windshield.

10.

to activate/deactivate rear window defroster. For more information, refer to Rear window defroster in this chapter.

11.

vents.

12.

equipped).

13.

front and rear seat floor vents.

14.

Fahrenheit/Celsius temperature: Press A/C and F controls at the same time, to toggle between Fahrenheit and Celsius temperature. The set point temperatures in Celsius will be displayed in one degree increments.

: Distributes outside air

(Rear defroster): Press

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and floor

: Distributes air through the floor and rear seat floor vents (if

: Distributes air through the instrument panel registers and the

: Distributes air through the instrument panel registers.

Climate Controls

OPERATING TIPS

• To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place the air flow selector in the

• To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the airflow selector in the OFF position, or with engaged without A/C engaged as well.

• 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.

• For maximum cooling in the AUTO mode, press AUTO and set to desired temperature; do not press A/C or

the manual override mode, press , and A/C, then set the temperature to 60°F (16°C) and the fan to the highest setting.

• To improve the A/C cool down of the vehicle cabin, drive with the windows slightly open for the first 2–3 minutes after starting the vehicle or until the vehicle has “aired out.”

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.

To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel.

position.

(recirculated air)

(recirculated air). In

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

Climate Controls

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER

The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel.

Press the rear defroster control to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog.

• A small LED will illuminate when the rear defroster is activated.

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

The defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes or when the ignition is turned to the OFF position. To manually turn off the defroster before 10 minutes have passed, push the control again.

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

Activating the rear window defroster will also activate the heated mirrors (if equipped). For more information refer to Heated outside mirrors in the Driver Controls chapter.

CABIN AIR FILTER

Your vehicle is equipped with a cabin air filter. 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

The filter is located just in front of the windshield under the cowl grille on the passenger side of the vehicle.

For more information, or to replace the filter, see your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer.

HEADLAMP CONTROL

Turns the lamps off.

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

Turns the headlamps on.

Autolamp control (if equipped)

The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of

the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control.

The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a fixed period of time after the ignition switch is turned to OFF.

• To turn autolamps on, rotate the control counterclockwise to

Lights

• To turn autolamps off, rotate the control clockwise to

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)

Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output.

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.

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.

Lights

High beams

Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. Pull the lever towards you to deactivate.

Flash to pass

Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate.

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL

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

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

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