Mercury 2008 Sable Owner's Manual

Name: Mercury 2008 Sable
Brand: Mercury
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	Table of Contents

Introduction	4


Instrument Cluster	10

Warning lights and chimes	10
Gauges	14

Entertainment Systems	16

How to get going	16
AM/FM stereo with CD	20
AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD	28
Auxiliary input jack (Line in)	36
USB port	38
Satellite radio information	41
Family entertainment system	44
Navigation system	73
SYNC	73

Climate Controls	74

Manual heating and air conditioning	74
Automatic temperature control	76
Rear window defroster	81

Lights	82

Headlamps	82
Turn signal control	86
Bulb replacement	87

Driver Controls	92

Windshield wiper/washer control	92
Steering wheel adjustment	93
Power windows	96
Mirrors	98
Speed control	101
Moon roof	106
Message center	111

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Locks and Security	122

Keys	122
Locks	123
Anti-theft system	137

Seating and Safety Restraints	142

Seating	142
Safety restraints	150
Airbags	163
Child restraints	177

Tires, Wheels and Loading	190

Tire information	190
Tire inflation	192
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	205
Vehicle loading	211
Trailer towing	217
Recreational towing	219

Driving	221

Starting	221
Brakes	226
Traction Control™	230
Transmission operation	232

Roadside Emergencies	244

Getting roadside assistance	244
Hazard flasher switch	246
Fuel pump shut-off switch	246
Fuses and relays	247
Changing tires	253
Lug nut torque	260
Jump starting	261
Wrecker towing	266

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Customer Assistance	268

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only)	274
Reporting safety defects (Canada only)	275

Cleaning	276


Maintenance and Specifications	283

Engine compartment	285
Engine oil	287
Battery	290
Engine coolant	292
Fuel information	297
Air filter(s)	311
Part numbers	312
Maintenance product specifications and capacities	313
Engine data	316

Accessories	319


Index	321

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CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to

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

PERCHLORATE MATERIAL

Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules, seat belt pretensioners, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material

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

CONGRATULATIONS

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

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

•In the United States: www.ford.com

•In Canada: www.ford.ca

•In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx

•In Australia: www.ford.com.au

Additional owner information is given in separate publications.

This Owner’s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available.

Remember to pass on the Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.

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 to yourself or others? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed.

Warning symbols on your vehicle

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

Protecting the environment

We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant

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

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

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

Drive your new vehicle at least 1,000 miles (1,600 km) before towing a trailer. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to

Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

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

SPECIAL NOTICES

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

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

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Special instructions

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

Please read the section Airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to

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

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

Service Data Recording

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

Event Data Recording

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

•how various systems in your vehicle were operating;

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

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

•how fast the vehicle was traveling; and

•where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.

To access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement,

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other government authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority. Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada.

Cell phone use

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

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

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

extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The drivers primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and other devices not essential to the driving task when it is safe to do so.

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

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

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

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

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Vehicle Symbol Glossary

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

MAX

MIN

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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

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

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

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

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

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

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Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior

floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

Check fuel cap (if equipped):

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

cap in the Maintenance and Specification chapter.

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

ignition is turned to the ON position

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

Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may

occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer. Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury.

Anti-lock brake system: If the

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

been detected, have the system serviced immediately by your

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

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Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when the ignition is

turned to ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the system

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

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten

your safety belt. A Belt-Minder chime will also sound to remind you

to fasten your safety belt. Refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints

chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minder chime feature.

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

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

Traction Control™ (if equipped): Illuminates when the Traction Control™ is active or has

been disabled (by the driver or as a result of a system failure). If the light remains on, it indicates a

Traction Control Fault. Have the system serviced immediately, refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

Low tire pressure warning:

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

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

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O/D

OFF

Low fuel (if equipped):

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

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

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

light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the transmission serviced soon, or damage may occur.

Anti-theft system: Flashes when the SecuriLock™ Passive Anti-theft System has been activated.

Throttle Control/Transmission:

Illuminates when a powertrain or an AWD fault has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys. To reset, press and release the message center INFO button until “TRIP” appears in the display (this represents the trip mode). Press the control again to select Trip A and Trip B features. Press and hold the

RESET button for two seconds to reset

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AUDIO SYSTEMS

Quick start — How to get going

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

Listening to the radio

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

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

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

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

Press SEEK to search

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

To disengage SEEK mode, press / .

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

station. PRESET SAVED will appear on the display and the sound will return signifying the station has been saved. You can save up to six stations in each frequency band — six in AM, six in FM1 and six in FM2. To access your saved stations, press the corresponding memory preset. The memory preset # and the station frequency will appear on the display.

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Listening to satellite radio (if equipped)

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

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

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

3.Press SEEK, SEEK to

access the previous or next satellite channel.

You may also seek by music

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

4. Once you are tuned to the

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

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

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

Listening to a CD/MP3 (if equipped)

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

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

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

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

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

For an in-dash six CD system, if a disc is not already loaded, press

LOAD. Select a slot number using memory presets 1–6. When the

display reads LOAD CD#, load the

desired disc, label side up. If you do not choose a slot within 5 seconds, the system will choose for you. Once loaded, the first track will begin to play.

To auto load up to 6 discs, press and hold LOAD until the display reads AUTOLOAD#. Load the desired disc, label side up. The system will prompt you to load discs for the remaining available slots. Insert the discs, one at a time, label side up, when prompted. Once loaded, the last loaded disc will begin to play.

Note: An MP3 disc with folders will show F001 (folder #) T001 (track #) in the display. An MP3 disc without folders will show T001 (track#) in the display. Refer to MP3 folder structure later in this chapter for further information.

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

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

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

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

While in folder mode, press FOLDER to access the previous

folder on MP3 discs, if available.

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

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Press SHUFFLE to engage shuffle mode. SHUFFLE ON will appear in the display. If you wish to engage

shuffle mode right away, press SEEK to begin random play. Otherwise, random play will begin when the current track is finished playing. CD SHUF will appear in the display.

To disengage, press SHUFFLE again. SHUFFLE OFF will appear in the display.

Note: In track mode, all tracks on the current disc will shuffle in random order. In MP3 folder mode, the system will randomly play all tracks within the current folder.

Press

(play/pause) when a

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

4. For a single cd system,

press		to eject the current disc.

The display will read CD EJECT.
For an in-dash six CD system,
press		. Select the correct slot

number using memory presets 1–6. When ready, the system will eject the disc and the display will read REMOVE CD. If the disc is not removed in 15 seconds, the system will reload the disc.

To auto eject up to 6 discs, press and hold until the system begins ejecting all loaded discs. If the discs are not removed, the system will reload the discs.

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

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

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

1. / (Tuner): Press to

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

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

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

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

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

2. (Phone): Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC which has special phone features. For more

information, please refer to the SYNC supplement.

3.MENU: Press repeatedly to

access the following settings:

Setting the clock: Press MENU until SET HOURS or SET MINUTES is displayed. Use / to manually increase/decrease. Press MENU again to disengage clock mode.

If your vehicle is equipped with an in-dash clock, refer to Clock in the

Driver Controls chapter.

CATEGORY (satellite radio, if equipped - early availability): Press MENU until the currently active category appears in the display

(CATEGORY MODE). In CATEGORY MODE, press / to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.) Press SEEK, SEEK or SCAN to select the category.

After a category is selected, press SEEK to search for that specific category of channels only (i.e. ROCK). To select a different category,

press MENU until the category appears in the display. Press / to

select a different category. You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS categories and channels.

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

Note: If your vehicle is equipped with Satellite Radio, you will either have the CATEGORY option above or the CATEOGRY option within the SATELLITE RADIO MENU below.

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

into the satellite radio menu. Press / to cycle through the following options:

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

•ENABLE ALERTS / DISABLE ALERTS: Press OK to enable/disable the satellite alert status which alerts you when your selected songs are

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

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

AUTOSET: Press MENU until the display reads AUTOSET. Autoset allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your

original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. Use / to

turn on/off.

When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets.

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

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

you will not be able to search for RBDS equipped stations or view the station name or type.

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

To view the station name or type: When the desired category appears in the display, press TEXT/SCAN to toggle between displaying the station type (COUNTRY, ROCK, etc.) or the station name (WYCD, WXYZ, etc.).

BASS: Press MENU to reach the bass setting. Use / to adjust.

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

BAL (Balance): Press MENU to reach the balance setting. Use / to adjust the audio between the left (L) and right (R) speakers.

FADE: Press MENU to reach the fade setting. Use / to adjust the audio between the back (B) and front (F) speakers.

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SPEED VOL (Speed sensitive volume, if equipped): Press MENU to reach the SPEEDVOL setting. Radio volume automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise.

Use / to adjust.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Press FOLDER, FOLDER to access the previous/next folder (if available). Press OK to close and return to the main menu.

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

toggle ON/OFF. When COMPRESS is ON, the system will bring the soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level.

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

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

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

SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3 (satellite radio, if equipped) and SYNC (if equipped).

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

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

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

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

5. SEEK: In radio mode, press / to access the previous/next strong station.

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


In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press							SEEK, SEEK	to
seek to the previous/next channel. If a specific category is selected,
(Jazz, Rock, News, etc.), press					SEEK, SEEK		to seek to the
previous/next channel in the selected category. Press and hold
	SEEK, SEEK		to fast seek through the previous /next channels.
In TEXT MODE, press				SEEK, SEEK		to view the
previous/additional display text.
In CATEGORY MODE, press					SEEK, SEEK		to select a category.
Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription.
Check with your authorized dealer for availability.
6.	/	OK:(Play/Pause): This

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

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

OK: Use in various menu selections.

Your vehicle may be equipped with special phone and media features. Refer to the SYNC supplement for further information.

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

7. SHUFFLE: Press SHUFFLE to engage shuffle mode. SHUFFLE ON will appear in the display. If you

wish to engage shuffle mode right away, press SEEK to begin random play. Otherwise, random play will begin when the current track is finished playing. CD SHUF will appear in the display.

To disengage, press SHUFFLE. SHUFFLE OFF will appear in the display. 25

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Note: In track mode, all tracks on the current disc will shuffle in random order. In MP3 folder mode, the system will randomly play all tracks within the current folder.

8. FOLDER : In folder mode,

press FOLDER

to access next

folder on MP3 discs, if available. 9. FOLDER: In folder mode,

press

FOLDER to access the

previous folder on MP3 discs, if available.

10. FF (Fast forward): Press FF to manually advance in a CD/MP3 track.

11. REW (Rewind): Press REW to manually reverse in a CD/MP3 track.

12. Memory presets: To set a

station, select the desired frequency band, AM, FM1 or FM2. Tune to the

desired station. Press and hold a preset button until sound returns and PRESET # SAVED appears in the display. You can save up to 18 stations, six in AM, six in FM1 and FM2.

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

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

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

CD tracks. Press again to stop.

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

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

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to stop. In CATEGORY MODE, press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of the channels in the selected category. Press again to stop.

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

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

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

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

Note: If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is

turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on.

16.CD: Press to enter CD/MP3 mode. If a CD/MP3 is already loaded into the system, CD/MP3 play will

begin where it ended last. If no CD is loaded, NO DISC will appear in the display.

17. (CD eject): Press to eject a

CD/MP3.

18. CD slot: Insert a CD/MP3 label side up in the CD slot.

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Premium/Audiophile AM/FM in-dash six CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system (if equipped)

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

1. / (Tune/Disc selector): In radio mode, press to manually go up ( ) or down ( ) the radio frequency. Press and hold for

a fast advance through radio frequencies.

In menu mode, use to select various settings.

In CD/MP3 mode, press to select the desired disc.

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In CATEGORY mode (if equipped), press to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel categories.

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

2. (Phone): Your vehicle may be equipped with the SYNC system which has special phone features.

For further information, refer to the SYNC supplement.

3.MENU: Press repeatedly to

access to the following settings:

Setting the clock: Press until SELECT HOURS or SELECT MINS is displayed. Press / to adjust the hours/minutes. Press MENU again to disengage clock mode

If your vehicle is equipped with an in-dash clock, refer to “Setting the clock” in the Driver Controls chapter.

CATEGORY (satellite radio, if equipped — early availability):

Press MENU until the currently active category appears in the display (CATEGORY MODE). In CATEGORY MODE, press / to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.) Press SEEK or SCAN to select the category. After a

category is selected, press SEEK to search for that specific category of channels only (i.e. ROCK). To select a different category, press MENU

until the category appears in the display. Press / to select a

different category. You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS categories and channels. Press OK to close and return to the main menu.

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

Note: If your vehicle is equipped with Satellite Radio, you will either have the CATEGORY option above or the CATEOGRY option within the SATELLITE RADIO MENU below.

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

into the satellite radio menu. Press / to cycle through the following options:

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

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

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

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

•ENABLE ALERTS / DISABLE ALERTS: Press OK to enable/disable the satellite alert status which alerts you when your selected songs are

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