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Thunderbird 2004
Owner Manual
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Ford Thunderbird 2004 User Manual

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Table of Contents
Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 10
Warning and control lights 10 Gauges 14
Entertainment Systems 16
AM/FM stereo with CD 16
Climate Controls 22
Electronic automatic temperature control 22 Rear window defroster 25
Lights 27
Headlamps 27 Turn signal control 30 Bulb replacement 30
Table of Contents
Driver Controls 38
Windshield wiper/washer control 38 Steering wheel adjustment 39 Power windows 40 Mirrors 41 Speed control 42
Locks and Security 61
Keys 61 Locks 61 Anti-theft system 64
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Seating and Safety Restraints 73
Seating 73 Safety restraints 76 Air bags 86 Child restraints 97
Driving 109
Starting 109 Brakes 112 Traction control/AdvanceTrac 113 Transmission operation 115 Vehicle loading 121 Trailer towing 124
Roadside Emergencies 125
Getting roadside assistance 125 Hazard flasher switch 126 Fuel pump shut-off switch 127 Fuses and relays 127 Changing tires 136 Jump starting 141 Wrecker towing 147
Customer Assistance 148
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 156
Cleaning 157
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Maintenance and Specifications 163
Engine compartment 164 Engine oil 165 Battery 168 Fuel information 175 Air filter(s) 187 Part numbers 201 Refill capacities 201 Lubricant specifications 203
Accessories 210
Index 212
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Copyright © 2003 Ford Motor Company
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Introduction
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 Owner’s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available.
Remember to pass on the Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.
Fuel pump shut-off switch In the event of an accident the
safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside emergencies chapter.
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SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION
Warning symbols in this guide
How can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment? 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 1,600 km (1,000 miles) of new vehicle operation. Vary your speed to allow parts to adjust themselves to other parts.
Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils during the first few thousand kilometers (miles) 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.
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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.
Data Recording
Computers in your vehicle are capable of recording detailed data potentially including but not limited to information such as:
• the use of restraint systems including seat belts by the driver and passengers,
• information about the performance of various systems and modules in the vehicle, and
• information related to engine, throttle, steering, brake or other system status.
Any of this information could potentially include information regarding how the driver operates the vehicle, potentially including but not limited to information regarding vehicle speed, brake or accelerator application, or steering input. This information may be stored during regular operation or in a crash or near crash event.
This stored information may be read out and used by:
• Ford Motor Company.
• service and repair facilities.
• law enforcement or government agencies.
• others who may assert a right or obtain your consent to know such
information.
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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 used in front of a passenger side air bag unless the
air bag can be and is turned OFF.
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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
Traction Control AdvanceTrac娂
Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher
Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment
See Owner’s Guide
Child Seat Lower Anchor
Brake System
Brake Fluid ­Non-Petroleum Based
Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe
Windshield Defrost/Demist
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Rear Window Defrost/Demist
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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
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Instrument Cluster
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.
Emission system/Check engine:
The Check Engine 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 Emission system/Check engine warning light to come on. Refer to Fuel Filler Cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.
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FUEL
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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 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
P!
ABS
Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly.
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Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and specifications chapter.
Engine coolant temperature:
Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and specifications chapter.
Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine is
running or hot.
Transmission PRNDL indicator:
Displays the gearshift positions. If an “E” character is displayed or flashing, this indicates a transmission malfunction, contact your dealer immediately. Operating the transmission with the “E” character illuminated may cause additional damage to the transmission.
Traction Control娂 active:
Illuminates when the Traction Control娂 is active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, refer to the Driving chapter for more information.
Low fuel: Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter).
Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is activated. Turns off when the speed control system is deactivated.
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Low washer fluid: Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low.
Bulb warning: A text message indicates when one of the exterior front turn lamps or rear brake/turn/tail lamps bulb has burned out. Depress the RESET control to return to the Trip odometer display.
Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position and any door or trunk is open.
Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.
High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.
Electronic throttle control:
Illuminates when the engine has defaulted to a ’limp-home’ operation. Report the fault to a dealer at the earliest opportunity.
Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC 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
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.
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Odometer: Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle.
Trip odometer: Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. To reset, depress the RESET control. To switch the display from Trip A to the Trip B, depress the A/B control.
Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine.
Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade.
Refer to Filling the tank in the
Maintenance and Specifications
chapter for more information.
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Entertainment Systems
Entertainment Systems
AUDIOPHILE SATELLITE READY AM/FM STEREO IN-DASH SIX CD RADIO
1. Seek: Press and release SEEK strong station, selection or track.
2. Rewind: In CD mode, press until desired selection is reached.
Fast forward: In CD mode, press until desired selection is reached. TEXT: TEXT is only available when equipped with Satellite radio. Your
Audiophile radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your Ford dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit.
3. DSP (Digital Signal Processing): Press DSP to access the Ambiance menu. Ambiance gives the feeling of “being there” to your music, creating increased clarity as well as an open and spacious feel to the music. Press SEL to engage/disengage. Turn the volume control to increase/decrease the level of ambiance.
Occupancy: Press DSP again to change the occupancy mode to optimize sound for ALL SEATS, DRIVER SEAT or TOP DOWN. Press SEL to scroll through settings.
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4. Mute: Press to MUTE playing media; press again to return to playing media
5. Eject: Press to eject a CD. Press and hold to eject all loaded discs.
6. Bass: Press BASS; then press SEL the bass output.
Treble: Press TREB; then press SEL the treble output.
7. Select: Use with Bass, Treble, Balance and Fade controls to adjust levels and set the clock.
8. Balance: Press BAL; then press SEL left/right speakers.
Fade: Press FADE; then press SEL rear/front speakers.
9. Menu: Press MENU and SEL to access clock mode, RDS on/off, Traffic announcement mode, Program type mode, and Shuffle mode.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) recommend that FM radio broadcasters use RDS technology to transmit information. FM radio stations are independently operated and individually elect to use RDS technology to transmit station ID and program type as desired.
Traffic: Allows you to hear traffic broadcasts. With the feature ON, press SEEK or SCAN to find a station broadcasting a traffic report (if it is broadcasting RDS data).Traffic information is not available in most
U.S. markets.
/ to decrease/increase
/ to decrease/increase
/ to shift sound to the
/ to shift sound to the
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FIND Program type: Allows you to search RDS-equipped stations for a certain category of music format: Classic, Country, Info, Jazz, Oldies, R&B, Religious, Rock, Soft, Top 40.
Show TYPE: Displays the station’s call letters and format.
Shuffle: Press to play tracks in a random order. Press MENU until SHUF
appears in the display. Use SEL to select SHUF DISC, SHUF TRAC or SHUF OFF.
Compression: Brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. Press MENU until compression status is displayed. Press the SEL control to enable the compression feature when COMP OFF is displayed. Press the SEL control again to disable the feature when COMP ON is displayed.
Setting the clock: Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is displayed. Use SEL to manually increase (
) the hours/minutes. Press MENU again to disengage clock mode.
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10. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns.
11. SAT (if equipped): Your Audiophile radio comes equipped with Satellite Ready capability. The kit to enable the Satellite reception is available through your Ford dealer. Detailed satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit.
12. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM frequency band.
Autostore: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . Press and momentarily hold AM/FM. AUTOSTORE will flash on the display. When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets. Press again to disengage.
) or decrease
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13. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase or decrease volume levels.
Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume changes automatically and slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Recommended level is 1–3. Level 0 turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting. Press and hold the volume control for five seconds. Then press SEL to
increase ( appear in the display.
14. Load: Press to load a CD. Press and hold to load up to six discs.
15. CD AUX: Press to access CD or AUX mode.
CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm (4.75 in) 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. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact your dealer for further information.
16. Scan: Press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop.
17. Disc/Tune: Press manually tune down/up the radio
frequency band, or to listen to the previous/next track on the CD.
) or decrease ( ) the volume setting. The level will
or to
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CAT: CAT is only available when equipped with Satellite Radio. Your Audiophile radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enable Satellite reception is available through your Ford dealer. Detailed Satellite instructions are included with the dealer installed kit.
For information regarding SIRIUS Satellite Radio, please call toll-free 888-539-SIRIUS (888-539-7474) or visit the SIRIUS website at www.siriusradio.com
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 effect 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.
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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
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 12 cm (4.75 in) 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.
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Climate Controls
Climate Controls
DUAL ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DEATC) SYSTEM
1. A/C control: Press to turn on
and manually control the air conditioning. Press again to disengage. Press AUTO for the system to automatically control the temperature.
2. Recirculation control: Press to
engage/disengage. Used to manually enable or disable recirculated air operation. When activated, recirculates air in the cabin thereby reducing the amount of time to cool down the interior of the vehicle. May also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Will work in all modes except defrost. Recirculation turns off automatically when floor, floor/defrost or defrost mode is selected. To reduce humidity inside the vehicle, turn recirculation off.
3. Passenger side temperature
control: Press to engage the dual zone feature of the DEATC system. Allows the passenger to choose and control a different temperature than the driver, if desired.
4. Rear defrost: Press to defrost
the rear window. Refer to Rear Window Defrostfor more information.
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5. DUAL zone selector: Press to
DUAL
toggle the system between single zone and dual zone control.
6.
(Defrost): Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the demister outlets. Can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.
7.
: Distributes air through the windshield defroster ducts, demister
outlets, and the floor ducts. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.
8.
: Distributes air through the floor ducts. The system will
automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.
9.
10.
11. OFF: Outside air is shut out and
: Distributes air through the instrument panel, and the floor ducts.
: Distributes air through the instrument panel.
OFF
the fan will not operate.
12. Auto: To engage automatic
AUTO
temperature control, press AUTO and select the desired temperature using the temperature control. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location, AC on or off, and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the desired temperature.
13. Manual override controls: Allows you to manually select where airflow is directed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO.
14. Driver’s side temperature control: Controls the temperature on the driver side of the vehicle in dual zone and controls the temperature of the entire vehicle in single zone.
15. Fan Speed: Press to manually increase/decrease fan speed. In manual mode, the display will show
with a bar graph to indicate fan speed. Fan speed can be manually adjusted in AUTO mode. To allow the system to automatically control fan speed, press AUTO.
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16. EXT control: Press to display
EXT
the outside air temperature. Press again to return to interior temperature. Exterior readings are most accurate when the vehicle is moving.
17. Temperature conversion:
F C
Press to toggle between Fahrenheit and Celsius temperature on the DEATC display only. The set point temperatures in Celsius will be displayed in half-degree increments.
OPERATING TIPS
• To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place
the air flow selector in the
position.
• To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle:
Do not drive with the air flow selector in the OFF position. Do not drive with recirculation engaged.
• In order to allow the vehicle to “breathe” using the outside air inlet
vents, do not leave the air flow selector in the OFF position when the vehicle is parked.
• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of
the windshield.
• With the ignition in the OFF position after operating the vehicle, some
vehicle sounds related to the climate control system may be heard.
• Approximately two minutes after key off, the air distribution doors
may adjust their positions as part of the normal operating process.
• Demisters, located at the far left and right sides of the dash, usually
blow out a small amount of airflow in order to reduce side window fogging.
• Outboard panel registers, located at the left and right sides of the
dash, blowout a small amount of airflow when in Floor, Floor/Defrost, and Defrost modes. This also reduces side window fogging.
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• Do not place items over the
climate temperature sensor grid. This may cause improper operation of the system.
To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:
1. Select
2. Ensure that recirculation is disengaged.
3. Set the temperature control to full heat.
4. Set the highest fan speed
5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.
To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel.
Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER
Press the rear window defroster control to clear the rear window of thin ice or fog. The light above the control will illuminate to indicate that the rear defrost is operating.
The ignition must be in the RUN position and the engine running in order to operate the rear window defroster.
The rear window defroster turns off automatically after a predetermined amount of time, if a low battery condition is detected, or if the ignition is turned to the OFF position. To manually turn off the rear window defroster at any time, press the control again.
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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, Lincoln or Mercury Dealer.
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Lights
MASTER LIGHTING SWITCH
Turns the lamps off.
Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps.
Turns the headlamps on.
Note: The instrument panel lamps will only turn on if the autolamp control has determined it is night.
Autolamp control
The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the master lighting switch.
The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a preselected period of time after the ignition switch is turned to OFF.
• To turn autolamps on, rotate the
control counterclockwise. The preselected time lapse is adjustable up to approximately three minutes by continuing to rotate the control counterclockwise.
• To turn autolamps off, rotate the control clockwise to OFF.
AUTO
Lights
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (Canada Only)
Turns the lowbeam headlamps on with a reduced output.
To activate with automatic transmission:
• the ignition must be in the RUN position;
• the headlamp control is in the OFF position, Parking lamps position,
or Autolamp position when the autolamp function has not turned on the headlamps (daytime); and
• the transmission is out of Park.
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Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during
inclement weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) System does not activate your 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.
High beams
Pull toward you until control stops to activate. Repeat 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 during parklamp, headlamp and autolamp operation.
• Rotate up to brighten.
• Rotate down to dim.
• Rotate fully up to turn on the
floor and dome lights.
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Note: The panel dimmer control is only active when the autolamp has determined that it is night. The dome light will only go on when the dome light switch is in the delay or ON position.
HEADLAMP VERTICAL AIM ADJUSTMENT
1. Park the vehicle on a level surface approximately 7.6 meters (25 feet) from a vertical wall or screen directly in front of it.
• (1) Eight feet
• (2) Center height of lamp to ground
• (3) Twenty five feet
• (4) Horizontal reference line
2. Measure the height from the center of your headlamp to the ground and mark a 2.4 meter (8 foot) horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height (a piece of masking tape works well). The center of the lamp is marked by a 3.0 mm circle on the headlamp lens.
3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood.
4. On the wall or screen you will observe a light pattern with flat edges at the top of the beam pattern. If the flat edges are not at the horizontal reference line, the beam will need to be adjusted. To see a clearer light pattern for adjusting, you may want to block the light from one headlamp while adjusting the other.
5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp, then usea6mmallen wrench or screwdriver to adjust the headlamp up or down.
6. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON-ADJUSTABLE.
7. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.
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TURN SIGNAL CONTROL
• Push down to activate the left turn signal.
• Push up to activate the right turn signal.
INTERIOR LAMPS
Reading and dome lamps
The reading lamps are located in the header trim panel. Press the control next to the reading lamp to activate it.
The reading lamp assembly also contains an overhead dome lamp. This lamp is controlled by the center (OFF) control on the assembly. The dome lamp will stay on if the control is moved to the driver side (ON) position. When the control is in the passenger side (delay) position, the lamp will only come on when a door is opened, or if the panel dimmer control is fully rotated up. If the control is moved to the center position, the lamp will not come on at all.
BULBS
Replacing exterior bulbs
Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.
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Lights
Using the right bulbs
Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an “E” for Europe to assure lamp performance, light brightness, 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
Park/turn lamps (front) 3457 AK (amber) Supplemental parking lamps (if
equipped) Front side marker lamps 194 Rear side marker lamps 194 Headlamps 9007 Rear stop/turn/tail lamps 3157K Backup lamps 3156K Rear license plate lamps 168 High-mount brake lamp See a dealer or qualified technician Footwell courtesy lamps 168 Reading lamps 3886X Dome lamp 6411 Glove box lamp 168 To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer.
912
Interior 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
OFF position, then open the hood.
2. Pry up the two retainer pins to
release the headlamp assembly from the vehicle.
3. Remove the nut from the back of
the headlamp and pull headlamp forward.
4. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the bulb by pulling rearward.
5. Remove the bulb retaining ring by
rotating it counterclockwise (when viewed from the rear) to free it from the bulb socket, and slide the ring off the plastic base. Keep the ring to retain the new bulb.
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6. Without turning, remove the old
bulb from the lamp assembly by pulling it straight out of the lamp assembly.
To install the new bulb:
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.
Note: If the bulb is accidentally touched, it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used.
1. With the flat side of the new bulb’s plastic base facing upward, insert the glass end of the bulb into the lamp assembly. Turn the bulb left or right to align the grooves in the plastic base with the tabs in the lamp assembly. When the grooves are aligned, push the bulb into the lamp assembly until the plastic base contacts the rear of the lamp assembly.
2. Install the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base and lock the ring by rotating clockwise until it snaps into place.
3. Connect the electrical connector to the bulb.
4. Install the headlamp on vehicle by aligning the lamp on the vehicle, push rearward to fully seat the lamp assembly and install the screw on the headlamp.
5. Push the two retainer pins down.
6. Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly. If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb, you should not need to align it again.
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Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position, then open the hood.
2. Pry up the two retainer pins to release the headlamp assembly from the vehicle.
3. Remove the nut from the back of the headlamp and pull headlamp forward.
4. Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly.
5. Carefully pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb.
6. Install bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning clockwise.
7. Install the headlamp on vehicle by aligning the lamp on the vehicle, push rearward to fully seat the lamp assembly and install the screw on the headlamp.
8. Push the two retainer pins down.
9. Turn the lamps on and make sure the new bulb works properly.
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Replacing front/rear side marker bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and then remove the screw and carefully pull the lamp assembly out from the bumper.
2. Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly.
3. Carefully pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb.
4. To complete installation, follow the removal procedure in reverse order.
Replacing supplemental parking lamp bulbs (if equipped)
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and then remove the screw and carefully pull the lamp assembly out from the bumper.
2. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly.
3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb.
4. To complete installation, follow the removal procedure in reverse order.
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Replacing tail/brake/turn/backup lamp bulbs
The tail/brake//turn/backup bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly, one just below the other. Follow the same steps to replace either bulb:
Prior to pulling the carpet away, in step 1, the trunk trim scuff plate must be removed. This can be accomplished by pulling gently on the component until the 6 push pins along the rear of the trunk release. The part can be placed aside and the carpet pulled away. To replace the piece, re-align the pins and push into place.
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and then open the trunk and carefully pull the carpet away to expose the nut and washer assemblies.
2. Remove the two nut and washer assemblies from the lamp assembly.
3. Pull the lamp assembly towards the rear of the vehicle disengaging the ball stud locator from the ball stud socket in the body. Carefully remove the lamp assembly from the vehicle.
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4. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly.
5. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb.
6. To complete installation, follow the removal procedure in reverse order.
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and then remove two screws and the license plate lamp assembly from the vehicle.
2. Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly.
3. Carefully pull the bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb.
4. Install the lamp assembly with two screws.
Replacing high-mount brake lamp assembly
For bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualified technician.
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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: Push the end of the stalk:
• briefly: causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid.
• a quick push and hold: the wipers will swipe three times with washer fluid.
• a long push and hold: the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for up to ten seconds.
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
1. Pull the wiper arm away from the
vehicle. Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm. Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the arm.
2. Attach the new wiper to the
wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard.
3. Replace wiper blades every 6
months for optimum performance.
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POWER TILT/TELESCOPE STEERING COLUMN
The steering column can be adjusted manually by moving the four-way rocker adjustment control located below the turn signal/wiper control stalk. Hold the control to adjust.
The telescope function is adjusted by moving the control toward the driver to telescope out and toward the instrument panel to telescope in.
The tilt function is adjusted by moving the control up or down.
During easy exit, when you remove the key, the column will move to the full in and up position. When the key is inserted into the ignition, the column will return to the previous setting.
Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.
AUXILIARY POWER POINT
The power point is an additional power source for electrical accessories.
A power point is located on the instrument panel.
Do not use the auxiliary power point as a cigarette lighter.
The use of non-Ford approved electrical accessories could cause damage not covered by your warranty.
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. 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.
ON
OFF
PASSENGER AIRBAG
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POWER WINDOWS
When closing the power
windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings.
Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open the window. Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window.
One touch down
Allows the driver’s window to open fully without holding the control down. Press completely down on AUTO and release quickly. Press again to stop.
Accessory delay
With accessory delay, the window switches, radio, and the convertible top motor, may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until either front door is opened.
Short drop glass
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. If the optional removable top is not installed on your vehicle, this feature will also lower the glass when the convertible top switch is operated. The glass will return to its closed position if the transmission is shifted out of P (Park), or if the opposite door becomes 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
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closed. To re-calibrate the window, press the up switch to raise the window until it completes its travel and hold the switch down for 2 seconds. Another possible effect of lost calibration is that the feature may not lower the window. To re-calibrate the window in this case, lower the window until it completes its travel and hold the switch down for 2 seconds. Immediately after releasing the window down switch, press the up switch to raise the window until it completes its travel and hold the switch down for 2 seconds.
VISOR MIRROR
To open the visor mirror, slide the mirror cover.
POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS
To adjust your mirrors:
1. Select L to adjust the left mirror or R to adjust the right mirror.
2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror.
3. Return to the center position to disable the adjust function.
LR
LOCKABLE AND ELECTRONIC TRUNK REMOTE CONTROL
The remote trunk release control is located on the driver’s door trim panel and can be operated at any time, except when the security system is armed. This control will not work until the vehicle is disarmed.
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You can render the switch inoperable by locking the button with your master key.
In the event of battery failure, you can open the trunk by using your master key on the key cylinder
located behind the driver’s seat.
SPEED CONTROL
With speed control set, you can maintain a speed of 48 km/h (30 mph) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. Speed control does not work at speeds below 48 km/h (30 mph).
Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that
are winding, slippery or unpaved.
Setting speed control
The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience.
1. Press the ON control and release it.
2. Accelerate to the desired speed.
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3. Press the SET + control and release it.
4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal.
5. The indicator 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 16 km/h (10 mph) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage.
Resuming a set speed
Press the RES control and release it. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. The RES control will not work if the vehicle speed is not faster than 48 km/h (30 mph).
light on the
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Increasing speed while using speed control
There are two ways to set a higher speed:
• Press and hold the SET + control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. You can also use the SET + control to operate the Tap-Up function. Press and release this control to increase the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1.6 km/h (1 mph).
• Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When the vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET + control.
Reducing speed while using speed control
There are two ways to reduce a set speed:
• Press and hold the SET - control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. You can also use the SET ­control to operate the Tap-Down function. Press and release this control to decrease the vehicle set speed in small amounts by
1.6 km/h (1 mph).
• Depress the brake pedal or CANCEL until the desired vehicle speed is reached, press the SET + control.
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Turning off speed control
There are two ways to turn off the speed control:
• Depress the brake pedal or press CANCEL. This will not erase your vehicle’s previously set speed.
• Press the speed control OFF control.
Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed control set speed memory is erased.
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
These controls allow you to operate some audio control features.
Audio control features
Press MEDIA to select AM, FM1, FM2, or CD.
RES
O
N
SET
O
F F
CANCEL
MUTE
VOL
In AM, FM1, or FM2 mode:
• Press ⌬ or ⵜ to select preset stations within the selected radio band.
In CD mode:
• Press ⌬ or ⵜ to select the next selection on the CD.
MEDIA
MUTE
VOL
MEDIA
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In any mode:
• Press VOL + or − to adjust volume.
Press the PHONE/MUTE control to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media.
HOMELINK姞 WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM
The HomeLink威 Wireless Control System, located on the header trim, provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters with a single built-in device. This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of most current transmitters to operate garage doors, entry gate operators, security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting.
MUTE
VOL
MEDIA
MUTE
VOL
MEDIA
When programming your HomeLink威 Wireless Control System to a garage door or gate, be sure that people and objects are out of
the way to prevent potential harm or damage.
Do not use the HomeLink威 Wireless Control 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 model manufactured before April 1, 1982). A garage door which cannot detect an object, signaling the door to stop and reverse, does not meet current U.S. federal safety standards. For more information, contact HomeLink威 at: www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515.
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Retain the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as for future programming procedures (i.e. new HomeLink威 equipped vehicle purchase). It is also suggested that upon the sale of the vehicle, the programmed Homelink威 buttons be erased for security purposes, refer to Programming in this section.
Programming
Do not program HomeLink威 with the vehicle parked in the garage.
Note: Some vehicles may require the ignition switch to be turned to the
second (or “ACC”) position for programming and/or operation of the HomeLink威. It is also recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink威 for quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal.
1. Press and hold the two outside
buttons releasing only when the amber light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Do not repeat step one to program additional hand-held transmitters to the remaining two HomeLink威 buttons. This will erase previously programmed hand-held transmitter signals into HomeLink威.
2. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter 2–8cm(1–3 inches)
away from the HomeLink威 button you wish to program (located on the header trim) while keeping the amber light in view.
3. Simultaneously press and hold
both the HomeLink威 and hand-held transmitter button. Do not release
the buttons until step 4 has been completed.
Some entry gates and garage door openers may require you to replace step 3 with procedures noted in the “Gate Operator and Canadian Programming” section for Canadian residents.
4. The amber light will flash slowly and then rapidly. Release both
buttons when the amber light flashes rapidly. (The rapid flashing light indicates acceptance of the hand-held transmitters’ radio frequency signals.)
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5. Press and hold the just-trained HomeLink威 button and observe the
amber light. If the light is a constant amber, programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink威 button is pressed and released. Note: To program the remaining two HomeLink威 buttons, begin with step 2 in the “Programming” section — do not repeat step 1.
Note: If the amber light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a continuous amber, proceed with steps 6 through 8 to complete programming of a rolling code equipped device.
6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage,
locate the “learn” or “smart” button (usually near where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the unit).
7. Press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. (The name and color
of the button may vary by manufacturer.)
Note: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate step eight.
8. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds and
release the HomeLink威 button. Repeat the press/hold/release sequence again, and, depending on the brand of the garage door opener (or other rolling code equipped device), repeat this sequence a third time to complete the programming.
HomeLink威 should now activate your rolling code equipped device. To program additional HomeLink威 buttons begin with step 2 in the “Programming” section. For questions or comments, please contact HomeLink at www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515.
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming
During programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting — not allowing enough time for HomeLink威 to accept the signal from the hand-held transmitter.
After completing steps 1 and 2 outlined in the “Programming” section, replace step 3 with the following:
Note: If programming a garage door opener or gate operator, it is advised to unplug the device during the “cycling” process to prevent overheating.
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• Continue to press and hold the HomeLink威 button (note step 3 in the
“Programming” section) while you press and release — every two seconds (“cycle”) your hand-held transmitter until the frequency
signal has been accepted by the HomeLink威. The amber indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink威 accepts the radio frequency signal.
• Proceed with step 4 in the “Programming” section.
Operating the HomeLink姞 Wireless Control System
To operate, simply press and release the appropriate HomeLink威 button. Activation will now occur for the trained product (garage door, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, or home or office lighting etc.). For convenience, the hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time. In the event that there are still programming difficulties, contact HomeLink威 at www.homelink.com or
1–800–355–3515.
Erasing HomeLink姞 buttons
To erase the three programmed buttons (individual buttons cannot be erased):
• Press and hold the two outer HomeLink威 buttons until the amber indicator light begins to flash-after 20 seconds. Release both buttons. Do not hold for longer that 30 seconds.
HomeLink威 is now in the train (or learning) mode and can be programmed at any time beginning with step 2 in the “Programming” section.
Reprogramming a single HomeLink姞 button
To program a device to HomeLink威 using a HomeLink威 button previously trained, follow these steps:
1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink威 button. Do NOT release the
button.
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2. The amber indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without
releasing the HomeLink威 button, follow step 2 in the “Programming” section.
For questions or comments, contact HomeLink威 at www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515.
CONVERTIBLE
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 either up or down.
Do not lower the top when the top material is wet.
If you raise and lower the convertible top several times in a row, the motor will heat up, causing the thermal circuit breaker to open so that the top will stop operating. The convertible top will operate again after allowing the motor to cool several minutes.
To lower the convertible top:
1. Bring vehicle to a complete stop. Put the gearshift in the P (Park)
position.
The convertible top will operate with the key in the RUN position, RUN/ACC position or in the accessory delay mode. 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 seat to be
sure it is empty and ready to receive the top.
3. Press the button on the
convertible top handle and pull the handle down and forward to release the clamps from the windshield header.
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4. Push the convertible top
switch on the instrument panel and hold until the top is completely stored in the stowage compartment.
5. Push the handle back into the lock position.
Installation of the tonneau cover (if equipped)
Be sure the cover is tucked into the quarter panel and upper back panel and all snaps are fastened before driving.
1. Fasten the snaps on the boot to
the quarter trim panel on both sides of the vehicle and at the center.
2. Tuck the boot under the upper
back panel at the rear and the quarter panel along the sides.
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3. To remove unfasten the snaps.
4. Pull forward and lift off.
Raising the convertible top
To raise the convertible top:
1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. Put the vehicle in the P (Park)
position.
The convertible top will operate with the key in the RUN position, RUN/ACC position or in the accessory delay mode. It is recommended that the vehicle’s engine is running when raising the top to prevent draining the battery.
2. Remove the tonneau cover and store it in the luggage compartment.
3. Push the two screws down into
the windscreen panel of your vehicle.
4. Push the convertible top
switch, holding it until the top unfolds and moves forward toward the windshield header.
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5. Press the button on the
convertible top handle and pull the handle down to open both top clamps before the top meets the windshield header.
6. Resume pushing the convertible top switch until it has reached the
fully closed position flush to the header.
7. The two pins under the forward edge of the top should seat
themselves in the matching holes in the header.
8. To fasten both clamps securely,
push the clamp handles into the header on the top until they are flush with the header. Pulling down on the header at the center grip while closing the latches may assist in fastening the clamps. Use the pull cups located on either side of the convertible top handle.
9. Push the convertible top handle
back up so that it locks into position.
Prolonged storage
It may be difficult to pull down and latch the convertible top after prolonged storage with the top in the down position over the winter or in colder temperatures. This difficulty will decline over time with warmer temperatures and the convertible top in the full up or latched position.
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Convertible top and padded molding care
To avoid damage to the cloth top and moldings, use only an approved Ford cleaner, or equivalent. Do not use abrasive material or cleaners.
Hot waxes applied by automatic car washes can affect the cleanability of cloth material.
Using high water pressure or wand type car washes against the convertible top and windows may cause water leaks and possible seal damage.
REMOVABLE TOP (IF EQUIPPED)
For more information see the CD Rom included with this guide.
Installing the removable top
The front screw fittings must be checked to see that they are firmly seated after driving a distance of approximately 50 to 60
km (30 to 40 miles).
The removable top does not have the same crush resistance as an integrated steel roof in case of collision or rollover.
The removable top is not, under any circumstances, to be used to carry or support external loads.
Movement of the removable top requires at least two people. The removable top weighs approximately 38 kg (84 lb). Also,
due to its shape, the weight is biased to the rear of the removable top.
Your vehicle must be turned OFF and placed in PARK on a level surface prior to installing or removing the top.
Open the doors, lower the windows, and clean the area where the removable top mounts on the body. Before installing the removable top, unsnap and properly store the convertible top tonneau cover. Refer to Installation of the tonneau cover in the Convertible section. Also, thoroughly dry the convertible top and then lower. Note: Before installing the removable top, apply the protective tape to the rear deck of the vehicle, refer to the Quick Reference Guide for instructions.
1. Remove the protective cover from the top. Using a mild detergent,
clean the weather-strips on the top before installing it on the vehicle.
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2. Ensure that the removable top levers are rotated rearward to the fully
open position. Lock the wheels on the storage cart, and with the help of at least another person remove the top from the cart.
Once per year, apply a small amount of silicone lubricant, F5AZ–19553–AA, to the receivers as shown. The lubricant should be sprayed directly into the hole to avoid contaminating the trim parts.
3. Lower the rear of the top into
position so that the pins are placed into the bracket receivers.
4. Position the front of the top so that the locating tabs on each side are
placed in the mounting castings. Ensure that the weather-strip on the top is placed on the body mounted seal without any wrinkles or gaps. The joint should have a smooth and continuous transition to prevent water leaks.
5. Take the mounting key from the bag located in the trunk.
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6. Partially turn, 1/2 turn forward,
the levers of the top (located in the rear on the left and right-hand side of the vehicle).
7. Using the mounting key, loosely
screw in the two screws at the front of the top by two or three turns. The two screws are already located in the windscreen panel of your vehicle.
8. Turn and lock the levers fully
forward. The levers are locked when you feel the spring engage and the levers are pointing toward the front of the vehicle.
9. Using the mounting key, finish tightening the screws at the front of
the removable top all the way so that they are secure.
The front screw fittings must be checked to see that they are firmly seated after a distance of approximately 50 to 60 km
(30 to 40 miles).
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Removing the top
It is recommended that you prepare the storage rack before removing the top. See Removable top storage rack in this section.
1. Take the mounting key from the bag located in the trunk.
2. Using the mounting key, loosen
the two screws at the front of the top. The two screws remain undetachable in the windscreen panel of your vehicle.
3. Push the two screws down into
the windscreen panel of your vehicle.
4. Undo the locking levers at the
rear right and left sides of the vehicle. Rotate the levers rearward while applying a slight upward force to the top.
5. With the aid of a second person,
lift the top off the vehicle and store it as described in Removable top storage in the chapter.
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Removable top storage rack
It is recommended that you prepare the storage rack prior to removing the top from the vehicle.
1. Remove the storage rack from the package and place the bumper end
of the uprights on the floor with the wheels facing you.
2. Locate the two chrome locking
buttons on each of the two rack legs.
3. Firmly squeeze the two chrome
buttons (top and bottom) on one leg and rotate the leg toward you until the leg snaps into place.
4. Squeeze the second set of chrome
buttons (top and bottom) for the opposite leg until the leg snaps into place.
5. Turn the rack over on its wheels
and place the removable top storage rack on a flat level surface. Make sure the center “T” section is fully locked by attempting to move the section downward without depressing the chrome locking buttons.
6. Lock the two front wheels located
on the ends of each of the two rack legs.
7. To lock the wheels, push down on
the bottom part of the plastic tab located on the tip of each wheel.
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8. Place the removable top on the
storage rack.
9. Make sure the rear edge of the
removable top rests on the rubber bumpers of the rack legs. This prevents damage to the painted edge and the weather-strips.
To unlock the wheels, pull up on the lower portion of the plastic tab located on the tip of each wheel.
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Place the mounting key in a safe place to use again.
Keep your removable top clean by placing the provided cover over it.
If you plan to drive with the convertible top down, ensure all the snaps on the convertible top tonneau cover are fastened and that the rear of the cover is firmly tucked before driving. Refer to Installation of the tonneau cover in the Convertible section.
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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, in vehicle communications systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios.
A driver’s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.
The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is to avoid distractions and pay attention to the road. Wait until it is safe to operate Mobile Communications Equipment.
CENTER CONSOLE
Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These include:
• Utility compartment
• Cupholders
• Ash tray
Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you
in a collision.
POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT
Position the driver floor mat so that the eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock in. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal. To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure.
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Locks and Security
KEYS
The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacement keys are available from your dealer.
You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case you require it in an emergency.
Refer to SecuriLock娂 Passive Anti-Theft System for more information.
POWER DOOR LOCKS
Press the top of the control to unlock all doors and the bottom to lock all doors.
When the vehicle’s security system is armed, the power door locks and remote trunk release control are disabled; these features will not work until the security system is disarmed.
Smart locks
With the key in any ignition position:
• The driver’s door will automatically unlock if it is locked by the driver’s power unlock control while the driver’s door is open.
The vehicle may still be locked with the key in the ignition, and performing one of the following actions:
• Pressing the power unlock control on the driver’s door with the doors closed.
• Pressing the power unlock control on the passenger door with the doors closed.
• Operating the remote entry transmitter.
• Operating the driver’s door with a key.
Door key unlocking/locking
Unlocking the doors
Turn the key in the door cylinder to unlock the driver’s door.
The illuminated entry feature will turn on all the interior lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned to the RUN position.
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The inside lights will not turn off if:
• they have been turned on using the dimmer control or
• any door is open.
The battery saver feature will turn off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the ignition is turned to the OFF position.
Locking the doors
Turn the key in the door cylinder to lock the driver’s door. Note: Locking the driver’s door using a key does not arm the perimeter alarm.
INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASE
Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartment release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the luggage compartment.
Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle.
To open the luggage compartment door (lid) from within the luggage compartment, pull the illuminated “T” shaped handle and push up on the trunk lid. The handle is composed of a material that will glow for hours in darkness following brief exposure to ambient light.
The “T” shaped handle will be located either on the luggage compartment door (lid) or inside the luggage compartment near the tail lamps.
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Keep vehicle doors and
luggage compartment locked and keep keys and remote transmitters out of a child’s reach. Unsupervised children could lock themselves in the trunk and risk injury. Children should be taught not to play in vehicles.
On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior can
rise very quickly. Exposure of people or animals to these high temperatures for even a short time can cause death or serious heat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small children are particularly at risk.
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
The remote entry system allows you to:
• unlock the vehicle doors without a key.
• lock all the vehicle doors without a key.
• open the trunk without a key.
• activate the personal alarm.
• arm and disarm the perimeter
anti-theft system.
• operate the illuminated entry feature.
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If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are taken to your authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting.
Locking the doors
1. Press and release to lock all the doors and activate the anti-theft
system. Note: the turn signal lamps will flash once to confirm the doors, trunk and hood are closed. If any closure is not closed, the turn signals will not flash.
2. Press
doors, trunk and hood are closed. Note: The doors will lock again, and the horn will chirp once.
If any of the doors, the trunk or the hood are not closed, the horn will make two quick chirps and the lights will not flash until the last closure is closed.
Unlocking the doors
1. Press and release to unlock the driver’s door and deactivate the
perimeter alarm (if activated). Note: The interior lamps will illuminate.
2. Press
doors.
The remote entry system comes with an illuminated entry feature. This feature turns on the interior lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned to the RUN position.
The inside lights will not turn off if:
• they have been turned on using the dimmer control or
• any door is open.
The battery saver feature will turn off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the ignition is turned to the OFF position.
and release again within three seconds to confirm that all the
and release again within three seconds to unlock all the
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Opening the trunk
Press once to open the trunk.
• Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving your vehicle. Failure to properly latch the trunk may cause objects to fall out or block the driver’s rear view.
In the event of battery failure, you can open the trunk by using your master key on the key cylinder
located behind the driver’s seat.
Sounding a panic alarm
Press 30 seconds and the turn signal lamps will flash for a maximum of 5
minutes. Press position to deactivate the panic alarm, or wait for the alarm to timeout in
5 minutes.
Note: The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the OFF or ACC position.
to activate the alarm. The horn will sound for a maximum of
or again, or turn the ignition out of the OFF
Replacing the battery
The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. The typical operating range for your remote entry transmitter is approximately 10 meters (33 feet). A decrease in the operating range could be caused by:
• weather conditions,
• nearby radio towers,
• structures around the vehicle and
• other vehicles parked next to the vehicle.
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To replace the battery:
1. Twist a thin coin between the two
halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVER AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE FRONT HOUSING OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER.
2. Do not wipe off any grease on the
battery terminals on the back surface of the circuit board.
3. Remove the old battery.
4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the diagram inside the remote entry
transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery. Press the battery down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing cavity.
5. Snap the two halves back together.
Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement.
Replacing lost remote entry transmitters
If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed because you lost one, or would like to buy additional remote entry transmitters, you can either reprogram them yourself, or take all remote entry transmitters to your authorized dealer for reprogramming.
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How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters
You must have all remote entry transmitters (maximum of four) available before beginning this procedure.
To reprogram the remote entry transmitters:
1. Ensure the vehicle is electronically unlocked.
2. Put the key in the ignition.
3. Turn the key from the 1 (LOCK) position to 4 (RUN).
4. Cycle eight times rapidly (within 10 seconds) between the 1 (LOCK)
position and 4 (RUN). Note: The eighth turn must end in the 4 (RUN) position.
5. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programming
mode has been activated.
6. Within 20 seconds press any button on the remote entry transmitter.
Note: If more than 20 seconds have passed you will need to start the procedure over again.
7. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that this remote entry
transmitter has been programmed.
8. Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remote entry transmitter.
9. Turn the ignition to the 1(LOCK) position after you have finished
programming all of the remote entry transmitters.
10. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programming
mode has been exited.
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Illuminated entry
The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door(s).
The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if:
• the ignition switch is turned to the RUN position, or
• the remote transmitter lock control is pressed, or
• after 25 seconds of illumination.
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The inside lights will not turn off if:
• they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or
• any door is open.
The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the OFF position.
Autolock
The autolock feature will lock the vehicle’s doors when:
• all the doors are closed,
• the ignition is in the RUN position, and
• you shift into forward or reverse, putting the vehicle in motion.
Relock
The autolock feature repeats when:
• either door is opened then closed while the ignition is in the RUN position,
• you shift into forward or reverse, and
• you put the vehicle in motion by releasing the brake pedal.
Deactivating/activating autolock
Your vehicle comes with the autolock feature activated. There are two methods to enable/disable this feature: One is through your dealer, and the second is using a power door unlock/lock sequence.
Before following the activation or deactivation procedures, make sure that the anti-theft system is not activated, ignition is off, and the vehicle doors are closed.
Power door unlock/lock procedure
You must complete steps 1-5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated.
1. Turn the ignition to the RUN
position.
2. Press the driver door unlock
control three times.
3. Turn the ignition key from RUN
to OFF.
4. Press the driver door unlock control three times.
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5. Turn the ignition back to RUN. The horn will chirp.
6. Press the unlock control, then press the lock control. The horn will
chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice (one short and one long chirp) if autolock was activated.
7. Turn the ignition to OFF.
SECURILOCK姟 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM
SecuriLock娂 passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization system. This system is designed to prevent the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used. The SecuriLock娂 passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection.
Theft indicator
The theft indicator is the flashing red indicator located on top of the instrument panel.
• When the ignition is in the OFF position, the indicator will flash once every 2 seconds if the vehicle is locked and the perimeter alarm is armed.
• When the ignition is in the RUN position, the indicator will glow for 3 seconds to indicate normal system functionality.
If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock娂 system, the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the RUN position. If this occurs, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer for service.
Automatic arming
The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the 2 (OFF) position.
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Automatic disarming
Switching the ignition to the 4 (RUN) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle.
• The
• If the
Key information
Your vehicle is supplied with two coded keys (or three keys, if the valet feature is available). Only a coded key will start your vehicle.
Spare coded keys may be purchased from an authorized Ford dealer. An authorized Ford dealer can also program your coded key, or you can do it yourself. Refer to Programming spare keys.
The following items may prevent the vehicle from starting:
• Large metallic objects.
• Electronic devices on the key chain that can be used to purchase
• A second key on the same key ring as the coded key.
If any of these items are present, you need to prevent these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine. These objects cannot damage the coded key, but may cause a momentary “no start” condition if they are too close to the key when starting the engine. If a problem occurs, turn the ignition to the OFF position and restart the engine with all other objects on the key ring held away from the ignition key. Check to make sure the coded key is an approved Ford coded key.
If your keys are lost or stolen, you will need to do the following:
• Use your spare key to start the vehicle, or
• Have your vehicle towed to an authorized Ford dealer or a locksmith.
Replacing coded keys can be very costly and you may want to store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to prevent an unforeseen inconvenience.
The correct coded key must be used for your vehicle. The use of the wrong coded key may lead to a “no start” condition.
If an unprogrammed key is used in the ignition, it will cause a “no start” condition.
THEFT
out.
flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealer.
gasoline or similar items.
The key codes will need to be erased from your vehicle and new codes will need to be re-coded.
indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go
THEFT
indicator stays on for an extended period of time or
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Programming spare keys
A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle. Only Securilock娂 keys can be used. To program a coded key yourself, you will need two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle’s engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible for timely implementation of each step in the procedure.
If two previously programmed coded keys are available, you must take your vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer to have the spare coded key(s) programmed.
Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.
1. Insert the first previously
programmed coded key into the ignition from 2 (OFF) to 4 (RUN) (maintain ignition in the 4 (RUN) position for at least three seconds, but no more than ten seconds).
2. Turn the ignition to the 2 (OFF)
position and remove the first coded key from the ignition.
3. Within ten seconds of turning the ignition to the 2 (OFF) position,
insert the second previously programmed coded key into the ignition and turn the ignition from the 2 (OFF) position to the 4 (RUN) position (maintain ignition in the 4 (RUN) position for at least three seconds, but no more than ten seconds).
4. Turn the ignition to the 2 (OFF) position and remove the second
coded key from the ignition.
5. Within twenty seconds of turning the ignition to the 2 (OFF) position,
insert the new unprogrammed key (new key/valet key) into the ignition and turn the ignition from 2 (OFF) to 4 (RUN) (maintain ignition in the 4 (RUN) position for at least three seconds). This step will program your new key to a coded key.
6. To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), wait at least twenty
seconds and then repeat this procedure from Step 1.
If successful, the new coded key(s) will start the vehicle’s engine and the theft indicator will flash on and off. You may repeat Steps 1 through
5. If failure repeats, take your vehicle to your authorized dealer in order
to have new spare key(s) programmed.
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PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM
The perimeter anti-theft system will warn you in the event of an unauthorized entry to your vehicle.
If there is any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are taken to the dealership to aid in troubleshooting.
Arming the system
When armed, this system will respond if unauthorized entry is attempted. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will flash the turn signal lamps and will sound the horn.
The system is ready to arm whenever the key is removed from the ignition. Either of the following actions will prearm the alarm system:
• Press the
• Press the driver or passenger door lock control while the door is open.
Disarming the system
You can disarm the system by any of the following actions:
• Unlock the doors by pressing the transmitter.
• Unlock the doors with a key. Turn the key full travel (toward the front of the vehicle) to ensure the alarm disarms.
Triggering the anti-theft system
The armed system will be triggered if any door, the trunk or the hood is opened without using the key or the remote entry transmitter.
control on the remote entry transmitter.
control on your remote entry
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Seating and Safety Restraints
SEATING
Notes:
Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the
event of a collision.
Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop.
Adjustable head restraints
Head restraints help to limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. Adjust your head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head.
The head restraints can be moved up and down.
Push control to lower head restraint.
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Using the manual lumbar support
The lumbar control is located on the front of the driver’s seat cushion.
Turn to adjust lumbar support.
Using the manual recline function
Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving.
The driver and passenger seat must be in the upright position and the lap belt must be snug and low across the hips while the
vehicle is moving.
To adjust the front seatback using the manual recliner:
• Lift and hold the handle located on the side of the seat.
• Lean against the seatback to adjust it to your desired position. You can recline the seat back or bring it forward.
• Release the handle when the desired position has been reached.
Adjusting the driver’s power seat
Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving.
Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop.
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The driver and passenger seat must be in the upright position and the lap belt must be snug and low across the hips while the
vehicle is moving.
Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the
event of a collision.
The seat position control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion.
Press front to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion.
Press rear to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion.
Press the control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down.
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Adjusting the passenger’s power seat
The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion.
Press the control to move the seat forward or backward.
Heated seats (if equipped)
To operate the heated seats:
• Push the indicated side of the control for maximum heat.
• Push again to deactivate.
• Push the indicated side of the
control for minimum heat.
• Push again to deactivate.
The heated seat module resets at every ignition run cycle. While the ignition is in the run position, activating the high or low heated seat switch enables heating mode. When activated, they will turn off automatically when the ignition is turned to the OFF position.
The indicator light will illuminate when the heated seats have been activated.
SAFETY RESTRAINTS
Safety restraints precautions
The driver and passenger seat must be in the upright position and the lap belt must be snug and low across the hips while the
vehicle is moving.
To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained.
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Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from
injury in a collision.
All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag (SRS) is
provided.
It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or
outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly.
In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely
to die than a person wearing a safety belt.
Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt
assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. 2) Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder.
3) Never use a single belt for more than one person.
Combination lap and shoulder belts
Before fastening the safety belt, make sure the shoulder belt passes through the belt holder on the top of the seatback.
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1. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle.
2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle.
Energy Management Feature
The safety belts in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts.
• This vehicle has a seat belt system with an energy management feature at the front outboard seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head-on collision.
• This seat belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to pay out webbing in a controlled manner. This feature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant’s chest.
The safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The safety belts have two types of locking modes described below.
Vehicle sensitive mode
The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode, allowing free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 8 km/h (5 mph) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers.
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Automatic locking mode
How to use the automatic locking mode
• Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt.
• Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out.
• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode.
In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt.
The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt.
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When to use the automatic locking mode
• Anytime a child safety seat is installed in the vehicle. Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Seats for Children later in this
chapter.
How to disengage the automatic locking mode
Unbuckle the combination lap and shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and return to the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode.
After any vehicle collision, the combination lap and shoulder belt
system at all passenger seating positions must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the “automatic locking retractor” feature for child seats is still functioning properly, in addition to other checks for proper seat belt system function.
BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if
the safety belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature or any other safety belt function is not operating properly. In addition, all safety belts should be checked for proper function. Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions.
Safety belt pretensioner
Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and front passenger seating positions.
The safety belt pretensioner is a device which removes excess webbing from the safety belt system. The safety belt pretensioner uses the same crash sensor system as the front air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS). When the safety belt pretensioner deploys, webbing from the lap and shoulder belt is tightened. The driver and front passenger seat belt system (including retractors and buckles) must be replaced if the vehicle is involved in a collision that results in deployment of front air bags and safety belt pretensioners. Refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in this chapter.
Failure to replace the safety belt assembly under the above
conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision.
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Safety belt warning light and indicator chime
The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts.
Conditions of operation
If... Then...
The driver’s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the RUN position...
The driver’s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding...
The driver’s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the RUN position...
BeltMinder
The BeltMinder feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function. This feature provides additional reminders to the driver that the driver’s safety belt is unbuckled by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster.
The safety belt warning light illuminates 1-2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds.
The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off.
The safety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off.
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If... Then...
The driver’s safety belt is not buckled before the vehicle has reached at least 5 km/h (3 mph) and 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON...
The driver’s safety belt is buckled while the safety belt indicator light is illuminated and the safety belt warning chime is sounding...
The driver’s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position...
The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts: (All statistics based on U.S. data)
Reasons given... Consider...
“Crashes are rare events” 36700 crashes occur every day. The
“I’m not going far” 3of4fatal crashes occur within 25
“Belts are uncomfortable” We design our safety belts to enhance
The BeltMinder feature is activated ­the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds, repeating for approximately 5 minutes or until safety belt is buckled.
The BeltMinder feature will not activate.
The BeltMinder feature will not activate.
more we drive, the more we are exposed to “rare” events, even for good drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be
seriously injured in a crash during our lifetime.
miles of home.
comfort. If you are uncomfortable ­try different positions for the safety belt upper anchorage and seatback which should be as upright as possible; this can improve comfort.
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Reasons given... Consider...
“I was in a hurry” Prime time for an accident.
BeltMinder reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up.
“Safety belts don’t work” Safety belts, when used properly,
reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks.
“Traffic is light” Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in
single-vehicle crashes, many when
no other vehicles are around.
“Belts wrinkle my clothes” Possibly, but a serious crash can do
much more than wrinkle your clothes, particularly if you are unbelted.
“The people I’m with don’t wear belts”
“I have an air bag” Air bags offer greater protection when
“I’d rather be thrown clear” Not a good idea. People who are
Set the example, teen deaths occur 4 times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people. Children and younger brothers/sisters imitate behavior they see.
used with safety belts. Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and side crashes or rollovers.
ejected are 40 times more likely to DIE. Safety belts help prevent
ejection, WE CAN’T “PICK OUR CRASH”.
Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the Belt
Minder chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of injury in an accident. To disable (one-time) or deactivate the Belt Minder feature please follow the directions stated below.
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One time disable
Any time the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during an ignition ON cycle, the BeltMinder will be disabled for that ignition cycle only.
Deactivating/activating the BeltMinder feature
Read steps1-9thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation/activation programming procedure.
The BeltMinder feature can be deactivated/activated by performing the following procedure:
Before following the procedure, make sure that:
• The parking brake is set.
• The gearshift is in P (Park).
• The ignition switch is in the OFF position.
• All vehicle doors are closed.
• The driver’s safety belt is unbuckled.
• The parklamps are in OFF position.
To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate the Belt
Minder feature while driving the vehicle.
1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE.)
2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 1–2 minutes.)
• Steps 3–5 must be completed within 60 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated.
3. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times, ending with the
safety belt unbuckled. This can be done before or during BeltMinder warning activation.
4. Turn on the parklamps, turn off the parklamps.
5. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times, ending with the
safety belt unbuckled.
• After step 5 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for three seconds.
6. Within seven seconds of the safety belt warning light turning off,
buckle then unbuckle the safety belt.
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• This will disable BeltMinder if it is currently enabled, or enable BeltMinder if it is currently disabled.
7. Confirmation of disabling BeltMinder is provided by the safety belt
warning light flashing four times per second for three seconds.
8. Confirmation of enabling BeltMinder is provided by:
• The safety belt warning light flashing four times per second for three seconds.
• Followed by three seconds with the safety belt warning light off.
• Once again, the safety belt warning light will flash four times per
second for three seconds.
9. After receiving confirmation, the deactivation/activation procedure is
complete.
Safety belt extension assembly
If the safety belt is too short when fully extended, there is a 20 cm (8 inch) safety belt extension assembly that can be added (part number 611C22). This assembly can be obtained from your dealer at no cost.
Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended.
Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso.
Safety belt maintenance
Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged. Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary. All safety belt assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckle assemblies, buckle support assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (if equipped), child safety seat tether bracket assemblies (if equipped), LATCH child seat tether anchors and lower anchors (if equipped), and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced. However, if the collision was minor and a qualified technician finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.
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Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe
personal injuries in the event of a collision.
Refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter.
AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautions
The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries.
Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying air bag is greatest close to the trim covering the air bag module.
All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag (SRS) is
provided.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 cm (10 inches)
between an occupant’s chest and the driver air bag module.
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Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying air bag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries.
Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the air bag:
• Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably.
• Recline the seat slightly (one or two degrees) from the upright position.
Do not put anything on or over the air bag module. Placing
objects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causing serious injury.
Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Air Bag
Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer.
Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle
(including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the air bag system, increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of the vehicle.
Children and air bags
For additional important safety information, read all information on safety restraints in this guide.
Children must always be properly restrained. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision.
Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a
rear-facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back and turn the passenger air bag off. Refer to Passenger air bag ON/OFF switch in this chapter of the owner’s guide.
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How does the safety belt pretensioner and air bag supplemental restraint system work?
The safety belt pretensioner and air bag SRS are designed to activate when the vehicle sustains longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates pretensioner activation and air bag inflation.
The fact that the pretensioners and air bags did not activate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. Front air bags and pretensioners are designed to activate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration.
The air bags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After air bag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder (to lubricate the bag) or sodium compounds (e.g., baking soda) that result from the combustion process that inflates the air bag. Small amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes, but none of the residue is toxic.
While the system is designed to help reduce serious injuries, contact with a deploying air bag may also cause abrasions, swelling or temporary hearing loss. Because air bags must inflate rapidly and with considerable force, there is the risk of death or serious injuries such as fractures, facial and eye injuries or internal injuries, particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of air bag deployment. Thus, it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the air bag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control.
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Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not
touch them after inflation.
If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function
again and must be replaced immediately. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision.
The SRS consists of:
• driver and passenger air bag modules (which include the inflators and air bags)
• side air bags. Refer to Side air bag system later in this chapter
• safety belt pretensioners
• one or more impact and safing sensors
• a readiness light and tone
• and the electrical wiring which connects the components
The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental air bag electrical system wiring (including the impact sensors), the system wiring, the air bag system readiness light, the air bag back up power, the air bag ignitors and safety belt pretensioners.
Determining if the system is operational
The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Air bag readiness section in the Instrument cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required.
Any difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:
• The readiness light will either flash or stay lit
• The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned to the RUN position
• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and/or light are repaired.
If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision.
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Passenger front and side air bag ON/OFF switch
An air bag ON/OFF switch has been installed in this
vehicle. Before driving, always look at the face of the switch to be sure the switch is in the proper
ON
OFF
OFF
position in accordance with these instructions and warnings. Failure
PASSENGER AIRBAG
to put the switch in a proper position can increase the risk of serious injury or death in a collision.
Turning the passenger front and side air bags off
1. Insert the ignition key, turn the
switch to OFF position and hold in OFF position while removing the
ON
OFF
key.
2. When the ignition is turned to the
OFF
ON position the OFF light illuminates briefly, momentarily shuts off and then turns back on.
PASSENGER AIRBAG
This indicates that the passenger front and side air bags are deactivated.
If the OFF light fails to illuminate when the front and side
passenger air bag switch is in the OFF position and the ignition switch is in ON, have the front and side passenger air bag switch serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
In order to avoid inadvertent activation of the switch, always
remove the ignition key from the front and side passenger air bag ON/OFF switch.
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Turning the front and side passenger air bags back on
The front and side passenger air bags remain OFF until you turn them back ON.
1. Insert the ignition key and turn the switch to ON.
2. The OFF light will briefly illuminate when the ignition is turned to ON. This indicates that the passenger front and side air bags are operational.
PASSENGER AIRBAG
If the OFF light is illuminated when the front and side passenger
air bag ON/OFF switch is in the ON position and the ignition switch is in ON, have the front and side passenger air bag ON/OFF switch serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately.
The front passenger air bag and the passenger side air bag should always be ON (the air bag OFF light should not be illuminated) unless the passenger is a person who meets the requirements stated either in Category 1, 2 or 3 of the NHTSA/Transport Canada deactivation criteria which follows.
The safety belts for the driver and right front passenger seating
positions have been specifically designed to function together with the air bags in certain types of crashes. When you turn OFF your air bag, you not only lose the protection of the air bag, you also may reduce the effectiveness of your safety belt system, which was designed to work with the air bag. If you are not a person who meets the requirements stated in the NHTSA/Transport Canada deactivation criteria turning OFF the air bag can increase the risk of serious injury or death in a collision.
ON
OFF
OFF
Always use safety belts and child restraints properly. If a child in
a rear facing infant seat must be transported in front, the passenger air bag must be turned OFF. This is because the back of the infant seat is too close to the inflating air bag and the risk of a fatal injury to the infant when the air bag inflates is substantial.
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The vast majority of drivers and passengers are much safer with an air bag than without. To do their job and reduce the risk of life threatening injuries, air bags must open with great force, and this force can pose a potentially deadly risk in some situations, particularly when a front seat occupant is not properly buckled up. The most effective way to reduce the risk of unnecessary air bag injuries, without reducing the overall safety of the vehicle, is to make sure all occupants are properly restrained in the vehicle, especially in the front seat. This provides the protection of safety belts and permits the air bags to provide the additional protection they were designed to provide. If you choose to deactivate your air bag, you are losing the very significant risk reducing benefits of the air bag and you are also reducing the effectiveness of the safety belts, because safety belts in modern vehicles are designed to work as a safety system with the air bags.
Read all air bag Warning labels in the vehicle as well as the other important air bag instructions and Warnings in this Owner’s Guide.
NHTSA deactivation criteria (excluding Canada)
1. Infant. An infant (less than 1 year old) must ride in the front seat because:
• the vehicle has no rear seat, or
• the vehicle has a rear seat too small to accommodate a rear-facing
infant seat, or
• the infant has a medical condition which, according to the infant’s physician, makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front so that the driver can constantly monitor the child’s condition.
2. Child age 1 to 12. A child age 1 to 12 must ride in the front seat
because:
• the vehicle has no rear seat, or
• although children ages 1 to 12 ride in the rear seat(s) whenever
possible, children ages 1 to 12 sometimes must ride in the front because no space is available in the rear seat(s) of the vehicle, or
• the child has a medical condition which, according to the child’s physician, makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat so that the driver can constantly monitor the child’s condition.
3. Medical condition. A passenger has a medical condition which,
according to his or her physician:
• causes the passenger air bag to pose a special risk for the passenger and
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• makes the potential harm from the passenger air bag in a crash greater than the potential harm from turning OFF the air bag and allowing the passenger, even if belted, to hit the dashboard or windshield in a crash.
This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for the
driver and right front passenger. These particular belts are specifically designed to work with air bags to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. The energy management safety belt is designed to give or release additional belt webbing in some accidents to reduce concentration of force on an occupant’s chest and reduce the risk of certain bone fractures and injuries to underlying organs. In a crash, if the air bag is turned OFF, this energy management safety belt might permit the person wearing the belt to move forward enough to incur a serious or fatal injury. The more severe the crash, and the heavier the occupant, the greater the risk is. Be sure the air bag is turned ON for any person who does not qualify under the NHTSA deactivation criteria.
Transport Canada deactivation criteria (Canada Only)
1. Infant: An infant (less than 1 year old) must ride in the front seat because:
• my vehicle has no rear seat, or
• the rear seat in my vehicle cannot accommodate a rear-facing infant
seat, or
• the infant has a medical condition which, according to the infant’s physician, makes it necessary for the infant to ride in the front seat so that the driver can monitor the infant’s condition.
2. Child age 12 or under: A child age 12 or under must ride in the
front seat because:
• my vehicle has no rear seat, or
• although children age 12 and under ride in the rear seat whenever
possible, children age 12 and under have no option but to sometimes ride in the front seat because rear seat space is insufficient, or
• the child has a medical condition that, according to the child’s physician, makes it necessary for the child to ride in the front seat so that the driver can monitor the child’s condition.
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3. Medical condition: A passenger has a medical condition that,
according to his or her physician:
• poses a special risk for the passenger if the air bag deploys and
• makes the potential harm from the passenger air bag deployment
greater than the potential harm from turning OFF the air bag and experiencing a crash without the protection offered by the air bag
This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for the
driver and right front passenger. These particular belts are specifically designed to work with air bags to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision. The energy management safety belt is designed to give or release additional belt webbing in some accidents to reduce concentration of force on an occupant’s chest and reduce the risk of certain bone fractures and injuries to underlying organs. In a crash, if the air bag is turned OFF, this energy management safety belt might permit the person wearing the belt to move forward enough to incur a serious or fatal injury. The more severe the crash, and the heavier the occupant, the greater the risk is. Be sure the air bag is turned ON for any person who does not qualify under the Transport Canada deactivation criteria.
Side air bag system
Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the air bag
cover on the side of the seatbacks of the front seats or in front seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying air bag. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision.
Do not use accessory seat covers. The use of accessory seat
covers may prevent the deployment of the side air bags and increase the risk of injury in an accident.
Do not lean your head on the door. The side air bag could injure
you as it deploys from the side of the seatback.
Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag SRS, its
fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an air bag. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer.
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All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts
even when an air bag SRS is provided.
How does the side air bag system work?
The side air bag system consists of the following:
• An inflatable nylon bag (air bag) with a gas generator concealed behind the outboard bolster of the driver and front passenger seatbacks.
• A special seat cover designed to allow air bag deployment.
• The same warning light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front air bags.
• Two crash sensors located under the outboard side of the front seats, attached near the floor.
Side air bags, in combination with seat belts, can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision.
The side air bags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of the front seats. In certain lateral collisions, the air bag on the side affected by the collision will be inflated, even if the respective seat is not occupied. The air bag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection provided occupants in side impact collisions.
The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates air bag inflation.
The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. Side air bags are designed to inflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over, rear-impact, frontal or near-frontal collisions, unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration.
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Several air bag system
components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation.
If the side air bag has
deployed, the air bag will
not function again. The side air bag system (including the seat) must be inspected and serviced by a qualified technician in accordance with the vehicle service manual. If
the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision.
Determining if the system is operational
The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Air bag readiness section in the Instrument cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required.
Any difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:
• The readiness light (same light as used for front air bag system) will either flash or stay lit.
• The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned to the RUN position.
• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and light are repaired.
If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision.
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Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles (including pretensioners)
See your local dealership or qualified technician. Air bags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel.
SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN
See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children. Also see Air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using air bags.
Important child restraint precautions
You are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the U.S. and Canada. If small children (generally children who are four years old or younger and who weigh 18 kg [40 lbs] or less) ride in your vehicle, you must put them in safety seats made especially for children. Many states require that children use approved booster seats until they are eight years old. Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children in your vehicle.
Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from
injury in a collision.
Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant or child restraint you might use.
Children and safety belts
If the child is the proper size, restrain the child in a safety seat. Children who are too large for child safety seats (as specified by your child safety seat manufacturer) should always wear safety belts.
Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag precautions that apply to adult passengers in your vehicle.
If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt can be positioned so it does not cross or rest in front of the child’s face or neck, the child should wear the lap and shoulder belt. Moving the child closer to the center of the vehicle may help provide a good shoulder belt fit.
Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended in your vehicle.
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Child booster seats
Children outgrow a typical convertible or toddler seat when they weigh 40 pounds and are around 4 years of age. Although the lap/shoulder belt will provide some protection, these children are still too small for lap/shoulder belts to fit properly, which could increase the risk of serious injury.
To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster.
Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better. They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably. Booster seats also make the shoulder belt fit better and more comfortably for growing children.
When children should use booster seats
Children need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow the toddler seat until they are big enough for the vehicle seat and lap/shoulder belt to fit properly. Generally this is when they weigh about 80 lbs (about 8 to 12 years old).
Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these questions:
• Can the child sit all the way back against the vehicle seat back with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat without slouching?
• Does the lap belt rest low across the hips?
• Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest?
• Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip?
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Types of booster seats
There are two types of belt-positioning booster seats:
• Those that are backless.
If your backless booster seat has a removable shield, remove the shield and use the lap/shoulder belt.
• Those with a high back.
A backless booster would be a better choice because the high back booster will place the child closer to the instrument panel and airbag.
Both can be used in any vehicle in a seating position equipped with lap/shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lbs.
The shoulder belt should cross the chest, resting snugly on the center of the shoulder. The lap belt should rest low and snug across the hips, never up high across the stomach.
If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat, placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition.
The importance of shoulder belts
Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child’s head hitting a hard surface in a collision. For this reason, you should never use a booster seat with a lap belt only. It is best to use a booster seat with lap/shoulder belts.
Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat.
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Never put the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind the back because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of
the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision.
Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They can slide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a
collision.
SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN
Child and infant or child safety seats
Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child. Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision.
When installing a child safety seat:
• Review and follow the information presented in the Air Bag
Supplemental Restraint System
section in this chapter.
• Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position.
• Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle.
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