Mercury COUGAR 2002 User Manual

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Introduction 4 Instrument Cluster 10

Warning and control lights 10 Gauges 16

Entertainment Systems 19

AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 19 AM/FM stereo with CD 34

Climate Controls 44

Manual heating and air conditioning 44

Lights 47

Headlamps 47 Turn signal control 50 Bulb replacement 51

Driver Controls 57

Windshield wiper/washer control 57 Steering wheel adjustment 59 Power windows 60 Mirrors 60 Speed control 61 Message center 66

Table of Contents

Locks and Security 70

Keys 70 Locks 70 Anti-theft system 71

Seating and Safety Restraints 79

Seating 79 Safety restraints 83 Air bags 94 Child restraints 102

Driving 112

Starting 112 Brakes 116 Traction control/AdvanceTrac 119 Transmission operation 120 Vehicle loading 129 Trailer towing 130

Roadside Emergencies 134

Getting roadside assistance 134 Hazard flasher switch 135 Fuel pump shut-off switch 135 Fuses and relays 136 Changing tires 142 Jump starting 145 Wrecker towing 151

Table of Contents

Customer Assistance 152

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 160

Cleaning 161 Maintenance and Specifications 167

Engine compartment 170 Engine oil 172 Battery 175 Fuel information 182 Part numbers 198 Refill capacities 199 Lubricant specifications 200

Accessories 204 Index 207

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Introduction

The following warning may be required by California law:

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 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.

Introduction

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.

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.

Introduction

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

There are no particular guidelines for breaking-in your vehicle. During the first 1,600 km (1,000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This is recommended to give the moving parts a chance to break in.

SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty

The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-Bumper Coverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 7.3L 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.

Introduction

Special instructions

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

By operating other electronic equipment (e.g. mobile telephone

without exterior aerial) electromagnetic fields can occur which can cause malfunctions of the vehicle electronics. Therefore you should observe the instructions of the equipment manufacturers.

Please read the section Air bag 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.

MIDDLE EAST/NORTH AFRICA VEHICLE SPECIFIC INFORMATION

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

Guide for all other required information and warnings.

Introduction

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

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert

Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front

Air Bag-Side Child Seat

Child Seat Installation Warning

Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System

Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based

AdvanceTrac Master Lighting Switch

Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front

Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset

See Owner’s Guide

Child Seat Tether Anchorage

Traction Control

Windshield Wash/Wipe

Rear Window Defrost/Demist

Windshield Defrost/Demist

Power Windows Front/Rear

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Introduction

Power Window Lockout

Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock

Interior Luggage Compartment Release

Panic Alarm

Symbol

Engine Oil Engine Coolant

Engine Coolant Temperature

Battery

Do Not Open When Hot

Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks

Battery Acid Explosive Gas

Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid

Maintain Correct Fluid Level

Engine Air Filter

MAX

MIN

Emission System

Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Jack Check fuel cap

Low tire warning

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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 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.

Check engine

Illuminates briefly to ensure the system is functional. If it comes on after the engine is started, one of the engine’s emission control systems may be malfunctioning. The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted and will not require towing.

Light turns on solid:

Temporary malfunctions may cause your light to illuminate. Examples are:

• The vehicle has run out of fuel.

• Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.

• The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely

tightened.

These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with high quality fuel of the recommended octane and/or properly installing and securely tightening the fuel cap. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the light should turn off. (A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is required.

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If the light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.

Light is blinking:

Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

Brake system warning

To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position (alternatively for some vehicles when the ignition is moved from the ON position to START position, the light will momentarily illuminate prior to reaching the START position). It also illuminates if the parking brake is engaged. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate as described, seek service immediately. Illumination after the parking brake is released indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunction and the brake system should be serviced immediately by a qualified technician. Refer to Brakes in the Driving chapter for more information.

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)

To confirm the anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light is functional it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position (alternatively for some vehicles when the ignition is moved from the ON position to the START position, the light will momentarily illuminate just prior to reaching the START position). If the light remains on, continues to flash or fails to illuminate, have the ABS serviced immediately. If the ABS light remains on, it means the anti-lock brake system has malfunctioned and is disabled, however, the normal brake system will still function unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated and parking brake is off. Refer to Brakes in the Driving chapter for more information.

ABS

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Safety belt

Illuminates to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For more information, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.

Air bag readiness

Illuminates to confirm that the air bags (front and side) are operational. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately.

Charging system

Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly.

Engine oil pressure

Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range. Check the oil level and add oil if needed. Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and specifications chapter.

Check coolant (if equipped)

Illuminates when the coolant level in the coolant reservoir is low and more needs to be added. For more information on adding engine coolant, refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and specifications chapter.

Check transaxle

Illuminates when a transaxle problem has been detected and shifting may be restricted. If this lamp remains on, have your vehicle serviced immediately.

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Traction ControlY active

Illuminates when the Traction Controly system is active. It will be lit for a minimum of four seconds or for the duration of the Traction Controly event.

For more information, refer to the Driving chapter.

Low fuel

Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at, or near, empty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter for more information). When refueling, after the light comes on, the amount of fuel that is added will be less than the advertised capacity since there is fuel still in the tank.

O/D off (if equipped)

Illuminates when the overdrive function has been turned OFF using the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) on end of gearshift. If the light does not come on or the light flashes steadily, have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, as damage to the transmission could occur.

Speed control (if equipped)

Illuminates when the speed control is activated.

Turn signal

Illuminates when the turn signals or the hazard lights are turned on. If the lights stay on continuously or flash faster, check for a burned-out bulb.

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High beams

Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.

Foglamps

Illuminates when the foglamps are turned on.

Refer to Foglamp control in the Lights chapter.

OVERHEAD WARNING LIGHTS (if equipped)

These lights illuminate briefly to ensure the systems are functional.

Service intervals

Illuminates to indicate that routine service should be performed. Check your maintenance schedule to determine the routine service to be completed.

To reset the light, hold the SELECT and UNITS controls on the trip computer for five seconds. The light will be illuminated and then extinguish after approximately four seconds.

Frost warning

Illuminates when ambient air temperatures are between 0° C (32° F) and 4° C (39° F). The yellow light warns of possible ice on the roads.

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Danger of ice warning

Illuminates when ambient air temperature is 0° C (32° F) and below. The red light warns of an increased danger of icy roads.

The absence of a light in cold temperatures does not necessarily mean that there is no risk of ice on the road.

Low washer fluid

Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low.

Door ajar

Illuminates when any door or liftgate is open.

Safety belt warning chime

Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts.

BeltMinderY chime

Sounds intermittently to remind you to fasten your safety belts.

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime

Sounds when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system (front or side airbags) has been detected. Have the supplemental restraint system inspected immediately.

Headlamps on warning chime

Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the key is removed from the ignition and the driver’s door is opened.

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Key-in-ignition warning chime

Sounds when the key is left in the ignition and the driver’s door is opened.

Liftgate ajar warning chime (if equipped)

Sounds when the liftgate is ajar or open and the key is in the ignition. The interior dome lamp will also be illuminated.

GAUGES

Engine coolant temperature gauge

Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant. At normal operating temperature, the needle remains within the normal area (the area between the “H” and “C”); if the needle goes above the normal range, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine immediately and let the engine cool. Refer to

Engine coolant in the Maintenance and specifications chapter.

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is

running or hot. Steam and scalding liquid from a hot cooling system can burn you badly.

This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indication will not be accurate.

Fuel gauge

Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank. The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade.

When refueling the vehicle from an empty indication, the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel.

Speedometer

Indicates the current vehicle speed.

Odometer

Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle.

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Trip odometer

Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. To reset, depress the SELECT control on the trip computer.

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.

Entertainment Systems

PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CD SYSTEM

BASS/TREB

VOL ON/OFF

FADE/BAL

SCAN

CLK

AM/FM

SEEK

123456

Anti-theft protection panel

To deter would-be thieves, Ford audio units have a removable front panel without which the unit will not work.

Avoid touching the contacts on the back of the panel and do not use excessive force to refit it.

Slide the security release button to the left and remove the front panel. To reposition the panel, insert the right-hand edge first, then the left-hand side, until the retaining latch is engaged.

Replacement panels

Your Ford dealer will require the following if you need to order a replacement panel:

1. Your name and address.

2. The vehicle identification number (visible on a plate mounted on the instrument panel.) Refer to Identifying your Vehicle.

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3. The audio unit type.

4. Proof of identification (driver’s license, identity card, etc.).

5. A vehicle invoice (if the audio unit was installed in the vehicle prior to delivery) or a parts invoice if the audio unit was purchased separately form the vehicle, or an appropriate vehicle registration document.

Volume/power control

Press the control to turn the audio system on or off.

Turn the control to raise or lower volume.

If the volume is set above a mid 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.

Automatic volume control (AVC) (if equipped)

With this feature, radio volume changes automatically with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise.

The recommended level for speed sensitive volume is from level 1 through level 3. Level 0 turns the speed sensitive volume off and level 7 is the maximum setting.

1. Press the MENU control twice. AVC will appear in the display.

2. Use the SEEK control to adjust the volume.

3. Press

4. Press

on the SEEK control to increase volume compensation on the SEEK control to decrease or shut off the volume

compensation

This feature is not available on some vehicles and will not appear as a menu function.

VOL ON/OFF

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AM/FM select

The AM/FM select control works in radio and CD modes.

To gain the best reception, always tune to the strongest station signal available.

Under most conditions, the AM frequency provides stable sound quality and little signal disturbance. However, at night, atmospheric conditions may sometimes lead to interference from other stations.

The FM frequency offers higher quality sound broadcasts, but signal strength can be subject to interference caused by:

• Limited range of some transmitters.

• Reception distortion as signals reflect off local buildings and other

objects.

• Signal “dead spots” where reception is obstructed or restricted.

AM/FM select in radio mode

This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press the control to switch between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations.

AM/FM select in CD mode

Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play.

Tune adjust

The tune control works in radio mode and allows you to manually adjust the frequency tuning.

Tune adjust in radio mode

• Press the MENU control until MAN appears in the display.

• Press

on the SEEK control to move down the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly.

• Press

on the SEEK control to move up the frequency up the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement.

AM/FM

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Seek function

The seek function works in radio and CD modes.

Seek function in radio mode

• Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band. SEEK DOWN will display.

SEEK

• Press

to find the next listenable station up the frequency band.

SEEK UP will display.

Seek function in CD mode (fast forward and reverse track selection)

• Press to return to the beginning of the current track. If pressed within three seconds of

SEEK

the beginning of the track, the previous track will be selected. Press repeatedly to select previous tracks. Press and hold to search backwards across the tracks on the disc.

• Press

to select the next track or press repeatedly to access later

tracks. Press and hold to search forward across the tracks on the disc.

Scan function

The scan function works in radio mode.

SCAN

Scan function in radio mode

Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band. Press the SCAN control again to stop the scan mode.

Treble adjust

The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio

BASS/TREB

FADE/BAL

system’s treble output. Press the BASS/ TREB until TREB appears in the display.

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Turn the volume control (VOL) up or down to the desired setting.

Bass adjust

The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio

BASS/TREB

system’s bass output. Press the BASS/ TREB control until BASS appears in the display.

Turn the volume control (VOL) up or down to the desired setting.

Speaker fade adjust (if equipped)

Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear

BASS/TREB

FADE/BAL

speakers. Press the FADE/BAL until FADE appears in the display. Turn the volume (VOL) control to adjust the sound from the front

speakers to the rear speakers.

Speaker balance adjust

Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left

BASS/TREB

FADE/BAL

speakers. Press the FADE/BAL until BAL appears in the display. Turn the volume (VOL) control to adjust the sound between the right

and left speakers.

Stereo indicator (ST)

The stereo indicator (ST) appears in the display whenever a stereo signal is received.

FADE/BAL

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Radio station memory preset

The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations, twelve FM stations (six in FM1 and six in FM2) and six on the remaining AutoStore band.

Setting memory preset stations

1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM select control.

2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more

information on selecting a station.

3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns,

indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected.

AutoStore selector

AutoStore allows you to set strong radio stations on the FM band without losing your original manually set preset stations. This feature is helpful on trips when you travel between cities with different radio stations.

Starting AutoStore memory preset

1. Press and hold the AM/FM

control to activate AutoStore. AST will flash in the display while the system is searching for the strongest stations.

2. When the first six strong stations are filled, the station stored in

memory preset control 1 will start playing. If there are less than six strong stations available on the frequency band,

the remaining memory preset controls will all store the last strong station available.

AM/FM

CD select

CD mode may be entered by pressing the CD control. The first track of the disc will begin playing. After that, CD play will begin where it stopped last.

CD playback

CD playback starts and radio reception is interrupted, when a CD is inserted into the entry slot. PLAY CD appears in the display.

AM/FM

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Press CD to start playback from a CD already in the audio unit. If no disc is inserted, NO CD appears in the display.

The display indicates elapsed track time up to 19:59. If the track is longer than twenty minutes, the first digit flashes while the rest of the numeral returns to zero and starts counting again.

This audio unit is designed to play commercially pressed 12cm audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in 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 identified with a permanent marker rather than adhesive labels. Please contact your dealer for further information.

Shuffle feature

The shuffle feature operates in CD mode and plays all tracks on the current disc in random order.

Press the MENU control until SHUF appears in the display.

Press the SEEK control to turn the feature ON (SHUF-ON) or OFF (SHUF-OFF).

SEEK

When engaged, the elapsed time indicator in the display is replaced by SHUF as a new track is selected.

If equipped with an optional CD changer, the audio unit plays all tracks on the disc selected and then moves onto the next disc and plays those tracks in a random sequence.

Compression feature

The compression feature brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level.

Press the MENU control until COMP appears in the display.

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Press the SEEK control to turn the feature ON or OFF.

Menu mode

Press the MENU control to access main menu features.

Use the SEEK control for adjustments.

CD eject function

Press the eject control during CD playback to eject the CD.

Setting the clock

Your vehicle is equipped with a separate instrument panel mounted clock. Please refer to Clock in the Driver controls chapter for instructions on setting the clock.

PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD

SEEK

VOL PUSH ON

AM FM

SEEK TUNE

REW FF

FM 1 AMC

BL RF

DOLBY B NR

SCAN

BASS TREB SEL BAL

SIDE 1-2 COMP SHUFFLE

DISC

TAPE

EJ CD

FADE

MUTE

AUTO

CLK

123456

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Volume/power control

Press the control to turn the audio system on or off.

Audio power can also be turned on by pressing the AM/FM select control or the TAPE/CD select control.

Turn control to raise or lower volume.

AM/FM select

The AM/FM select control works in radio, tape and CD modes.

AM/FM select in radio mode

This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press the control to switch between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations.

AM/FM select in tape mode

Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play.

AM/FM select in CD or CD changer mode (if equipped)

Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play.

VOL - PUSH ON

AM FM

Tune adjust

The tune control works in radio or CD changer mode.

Tune adjust in radio mode

• Press to move to the next frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly.

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• Press to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement.

Tune adjust for CD changer (if equipped)

• Press to select the previous disc in the CD changer. (Play will begin on the first track of the disc unless the CD changer is in shuffle mode. Refer to Shuffle feature for more information. Hold the control to continue reversing through the remaining discs.

• Press to fast-forward through the remaining discs.

Seek function

The seek function control works in radio, tape or CD mode.

Seek function in radio mode

• Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band.

• Press

Seek function in tape mode

• Press to listen to the previous selection on the tape.

• Press

to select the next disc in the CD changer. Hold the control

to find the next listenable station up the frequency band.

to listen to the next selection on the tape.

Seek function in CD mode

• Press to seek to the previous track of the disc.

• Press next track of the current disc. After the last track has been completed, the first track of the current disc will automatically replay.

Scan function

The scan function works in radio, tape or CD mode.

to seek forward to the

SCAN

Scan function in radio mode

Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band. Press the control again to stop the scan mode.

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Scan function in tape mode

Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the tape. (The tape scans in a forward direction. At the end of the tape’s first side, direction automatically reverses to the opposite side of the tape.) To stop on a particular selection, press the control again.

Scan function in CD or CD changer mode (if equipped)

Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the CD. (The CD scans in a forward direction, wrapping back to the first track at the end of the CD.) To stop on a particular selection, press the control again.

Radio station memory preset

The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations (six in FM1 and six in FM2).

Setting memory preset stations

1. Select the frequency band with

the AM/FM select control.

2. Select a station. Refer to Tune

adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station.

3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns,

indicating the station is held in memory of the control you selected.

AM FM

Autoset memory preset

Autoset allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations. This feature is helpful on trips when you travel between cities with different radio stations.

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Starting autoset memory preset

1. Select a frequency using the AM/FM select controls.

2. Press the control.

3. When the first six strong stations

are filled, the station stored in memory preset control 1 will start playing.

If there are less than six strong stations available on the frequency band, the remaining memory preset controls will all store the last strong station available.

These stations are temporarily stored in the memory preset controls (until deactivated) and are accessed in the same manner as your original presets.

To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system’s manually set memory stations, press the AUTO control again.

Bass adjust

The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bass output.

Press the BASS control then press:

•

to decrease the bass output

and

to increase the bass output.

AUTO

CLK

BASS TREB

Treble adjust

The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output.

Press the TREB control then press:

•

to decrease the treble output

and

to increase the treble output.

BASS TREB

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Speaker balance adjust

Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers.

Press the BAL control then press:

•

Speaker fade adjust

Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers.

Press the FADE control then press:

• to shift the sound to the

•

Tape/CD select

• To begin tape play (with a tape

• To begin CD play (if CD(s) are

Press the CD control to toggle between single CD and CD changer play (if equipped).

to shift sound to the left and to shift sound to the right.

front and

to shift the sound to the rear.

loaded into the audio system) while in the radio or CD mode, press the TAPE control. Press again during rewind or fast forward to stop the rewind or fast forward function.

loaded), press the CD control. The first track of the disc will begin playing. If returning from radio or tape mode, CD play will begin where it stopped last.

BAL FADE

TAPE CD

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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.

Rewind

The rewind control works in tape and CD modes.

• In tape mode, radio play will continue until rewind is stopped (with the TAPE control) or the beginning of the tape is reached.

• In CD mode, pressing the REW control rewinds the CD within the current track.

Fast forward

The fast forward control works in tape and CD modes.

• In the tape mode, tape direction will automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached.

• In CD mode, pressing the FF control fast forwards the CD within the current track.

REW

Tape direction select

Press to play the alternate side of the tape.

Eject function

Press the EJ control to stop and eject a tape.

Press the EJ control to stop and eject a CD.

SIDE 1-2

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DolbyT noise reduction

Dolbyt noise reduction operates in tape mode. Dolbyt noise reduction reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback.

Press the reduction.

Dolbyt noise reduction is manufactured under license from Dolbyt Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “Dolbyt” and the double-D symbol Corporation.

Compression adjust

Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level.

Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust.

Shuffle feature

The shuffle feature operates in CD mode and plays all tracks on the current disc in random order. If equipped with the CD changer, the shuffle feature continues to the next disc after all tracks on the current disc are played.

Press to start this feature. Random order play will continue until the control is pressed again.

control to activate (and deactivate) the Dolbyt noise

are registered trademarks of Dolbyt Laboratories Licensing

COMP

SHUFFLE

Setting the clock

Your vehicle is equipped with a separate instrument panel mounted clock. Please refer to Clock in the Driver controls chapter for instructions on setting the clock.

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Mute mode

Press the MUTE control to mute the playing media. Press the MUTE control again to return to the playing media.

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MUTE

SHUF COMP

SCAN

LOAD

PUSH ON

DISC

TUNE

SEEK REW FF

1 2 3 4 5 6

Volume/power control

Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. Turn the control to raise or lower volume.

PUSH ON

AM/FM select

The AM/FM select control works in radio and CD modes.

AM FM

MUTE

BALBASS

SEL

FADETREB

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AM/FM select in radio mode

This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press the control to switch between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations.

AM/FM select in CD mode

Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play.

Tune/disc adjust

The tune control works in radio or CD mode.

Tune adjust in radio mode

• Press to move to the next frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly.

• Press

to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not

a listenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement.

Disc adjust for CD mode

• Press to select the previous disc. (Play will begin on the first track of the disc unless shuffle mode is engaged.) Refer to Shuffle feature for more information. Hold the control to continue reversing through the discs.

• Press

to select the next disc. Hold the control to fast-forward

through the remaining discs.

DISC

TUNE

DISC

TUNE

Seek function

The seek function works in radio or CD mode.

Seek function in radio mode

• Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band. SEEK DOWN will display.

• Press

to find the next listenable station up the frequency band.

SEEK UP will display.

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Seek function in CD mode

• Press to seek to the previous track of the current disc. If the beginning of the disc is reached, the CD player seeks to the

beginning of the last track on the current disc and begins playing.

• Press the last track has been completed, the first track of the current disc will automatically replay.

Scan function

The scan function works in radio or CD mode.

Scan function in radio mode

Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band. Press the SCAN control again to stop the scan mode.

Scan function in CD mode

to seek forward to the next track of the current disc. After

Radio station memory preset

The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations (six in FM1 and six in FM2).

Setting memory preset stations

1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM select control. Press the

AM/FM control to toggle between AM, FM1, or FM2.

2. Press the SEEK control to access the next listenable station up or

down the frequency band. Press the TUNE control to go up or down the listening band in individual increments.

3. Select a station. Refer to Seek function for more information on

selecting a station.

4. Press and hold a memory preset control. The playing media will mute

momentarily. When the sound returns, the station is held in memory on

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the control you selected. The display will read SAVED.

Autostore

Autostore allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations. This feature is helpful on trips when you travel between cities with different radio stations.

Starting autostore

1. Press and momentarily hold the AM/FM control.

2. AUTOSET will flash in the display

as the frequency band is scrolled through.

3. When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in

memory preset control 1 will start playing. If there are fewer than six strong stations available on the frequency

band, the remaining memory preset controls will all store the last strong station available.

To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system’s manually set memory stations, press the AM/FM control again.

AM FM

CD select

CD mode may be entered by pressing the CD control and the

AM FM

LOAD control. Load the CD into the audio system. The first track of the disc will begin playing. After that, CD play will begin where it stopped last.

If an alternative CD is desired, press the corresponding preset control (1–6) of a loaded CD, or press the TUNE control to access the other loaded CDs.

NO CD will display if the CD control is activated when there is not a CD present in the audio system.

If the CD control is pressed followed by with a preset number and that particular slot is empty, NO CD will display and the system will begin to play the next available disc.

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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.

Display description

Six circles are always lit in the digital display. These signify the six CD slots in the audio system. When a disc is loaded into a particular slot (1–6), the number inside that specific circle lights. If the circle is empty, there is no CD in that particular slot.

Load

The load feature allows you to load single CDs into the player internal to the radio.

This six disc CD player is equipped with a CD door. Compact discs should only be inserted into the player after the door has been opened by the player. Do not attempt to force the door open. Compact discs should only be loaded by pressing the LOAD control.

Press the LOAD control. (You can choose which slot will be loaded by pressing the desired preset number. If you do not choose a slot, the system will choose the next available one.) Wait until the CD door opens. Load the CD into the player. LOADING CD# is displayed. When the CD has been loaded, the door will close and the CD will begin to play. For example, to load a CD into slot 2, press the LOAD control and then press preset 2.

Auto load

This feature allows you to autoload up to 6 discs into the multi disc CD player internal to the radio.

Press and hold the LOAD control until AUTOLOAD # is displayed. The CD door will open. Load the desired discs, one at a time. The CD is

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loaded into position and the audio system will display CD#. Each time the CD door opens, INSERT CD# is displayed. The door will close and the player will move to the next slot after each disc has been loaded. The process is repeated until all 6 slots are full. The audio system plays the last CD loaded and the display is updated. If some slots are already full and autoload is activated, the system will fill all empty slots.

Eject

Press the EJ control to stop and eject a CD. You can choose which CD will be ejected by pressing the EJ control and the desired preset number (1–6). For example, to eject CD 2, press the EJ control and then press the preset 2 control. If you do not choose a specific CD, the player will eject the current CD.

If a CD is ejected and not removed from the door of the CD player, the player will automatically reload the CD. This feature may be used when the ignition is ON or OFF.

Auto eject

Press and momentarily hold the EJ control to engage auto eject. All CDs which are present in the player will be ejected one at a time. If a CD is ejected and not removed from the door of the CD player, the player will automatically reload the CD. This feature may be used when the ignition is ON or OFF.

Rewind

The rewind control works in CD modes.

REW FF

Press and hold the REW control until the desired selection is reached. If the beginning of the disc is reached, the CD will begin play at the first track. Release the control to disengage rewind mode.

When in rewind mode, your audio system will automatically lower the volume level of the playing media.

Fast forward

The fast forward control works in CD modes.

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Press and hold the FF control until the desired selection is reached. If the end of the disc is reached, the CD will return to the first track. Release the control to disengage fast forward mode.

When in fast forward mode, your audio system will automatically lower the volume level of the playing media.

Shuffle feature

Press the SHUF control until the desired shuffle mode is displayed. The audio system will then engage the desired shuffle mode.

When engaged, the shuffle feature has two different modes: SHUFFLE DISC and SHUFFLE TRK.

SHUFFLE DISC randomly plays tracks from all the discs presently in the audio system.

SHUFFLE TRK plays all the tracks on the current disc in random order.

Compression feature

The compression feature operates in CD mode and brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level.

Press the COMP control until COMP ON is displayed.

Bass adjust

The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bass output.

Press the BASS control. Use the SEL control to increase or decrease the amount of bass.

Treble adjust

The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output.

Press the TREB control. Use the SEL control to increase or decrease the amount of treble.

BASS

TREB

BASS

TREB

SEL

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Speaker balance adjust

Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers.

Press the BAL control. Use the SEL control to adjust the sound between the left and right speakers.

Speaker fade adjust

Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers.

Press the FADE control. Use the SEL control to adjust the sound between the front and rear speakers.

Mute mode

Press the control to mute the playing media. Press the control again to return to the playing media.

Setting the clock

Your vehicle is equipped with a separate instrument panel mounted clock. Please refer to Clock in the Driver controls chapter for instructions on setting the clock.

BAL

FADE

BAL

FADE

SEL

TROUBLESHOOTING THE CD PLAYER (IF EQUIPPED)

If sound skips:

• You may be traveling on a rough road, playing badly scratched discs or the disc may be dirty. Skipping will not scratch the discs or damage the player.

If player does not work:

• The disc is inserted with the label surface downward.

• The disc is dusty or defective.

• A disc with format and dimensions not within industry standards is

inserted.

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For best possible sound quality, use CDs that are clean and in good condition.

CLEANING COMPACT DISCS

Inspect all discs for contamination before playing. If necessary, clean discs only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out to the edge. Do not use circular motion.

CLEANING CASSETTE PLAYER (IF EQUIPPED)

Clean the tape player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after 10 to 12 hours of play in order to maintain the best sound and operation.

RADIO FREQUENCY INFORMATION

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission(CRTC) establish the frequencies AM and FM stations may use for their broadcasts. Allowable frequencies are:

AM 530, 540–1600, 1610 kHz FM 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz Not all frequencies are used in a given area.

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RADIO RECEPTION FACTORS

Three factors can affect radio reception:

• Distance/strength. The further an FM signal travels, the weaker it is. The listenable range of the average FM station is approximately 40 km (24 miles). This range can be affected by “signal modulation.” Signal modulation is a process radio stations use to increase their strength/volume relative to other stations.

• Terrain. Hills, mountains and tall buildings between your vehicle’s antenna and the radio station signal can cause FM reception problems. Static can be caused on AM stations by power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms. Moving away from an interfering structure (out of its “shadow”) returns your reception to normal.

• Station overload. Weak signals are sometimes captured by stronger signals when you pass a broadcast tower. A stronger signal may temporarily overtake a weaker signal and play while the weak station frequency is displayed.

The audio system automatically switches to single channel reception if it will improve the reception of a station normally received in stereo.

AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTIES AND SERVICE

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

Climate Controls

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM

Fan speed control

Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.

Temperature control knob

Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle.

Mode selector control

Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle.

• MAX A/C – Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel registers. The A/C compressor will only function if the outside temperature is above approximately 6°C (43°F). MAX A/C is noisier than A/C, but more economical and efficient. This mode may prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.

• A/C – Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers. The A/C compressor will only function if the outside temperature is above approximately 6°C (43°F) .

•

(Panel) – Distributes outside air through the instrument panel

registers. The air can not be cooled below the outside temperature.

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• O (Off) – Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. This mode may reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle but may increase the possibility of interior window fogging.

•

Since the air conditioner removes moisture from the air, it is considered normal operation if water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain.

Operating tips

• To reduce fogging in humid weather, place the climate control system

• To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle under warm weather

• To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle under cold weather

• Under normal weather conditions, do not leave your vehicle in the

• Under snowy or dirty weather conditions, leave your vehicle in the

• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the exterior base of the

• To increase the efficiency of the A/C (if equipped), drive with the

(Floor) – Distributes outside air through the floor ducts. The air

cannot be cooled below the outside temperature.

(Floor and defrost) – Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the floor duct and the side window demisters. The A/C compressor will operate automatically if the outside temperature is above approximately 6°C (43°F) . The air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defrost ducts and the side window demisters.

(Defrost) – Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the side window demisters. The A/C compressor will operate automatically if the outside temperature is above approximately 6°C (43°F). This mode will clear ice and fog from the windshield.

in Defrost and Rear Defrost mode (if equipped) before driving.

conditions, do not drive with the climate control system in the Off mode.

conditions, do not drive with the climate control system in Max A/C (if equipped), recirculation mode (if equipped) or Off mode.

Max A/C (if equipped), recirculation mode (if equipped) or Off mode when turning off the vehicle.

Max A/C (if equipped), recirculation mode (if equipped) or Off mode when turning off the ignition.

windshield.

windows slightly open for two to three minutes. or until the vehicle has been “aired out”.

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• Do not place objects under the front seat or over the defroster ducts. They may reduce visibility, fall into the ducts, or degrade the performance of your climate control system.

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

The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel.

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

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

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

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

CABIN AIR FILTER

Your vehicle is equipped with an air filter that removes pollen and road dust from outside air before it is directed to the interior of the vehicle. The particulate filtration system gives the following benefits to customers:

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

• Improves the interior compartment cleanliness

• Protects the climate control components from particle deposits

For more information, or to replace the filter, contact your local dealer.

HEADLAMP CONTROL

Rotate the headlamp control to the first position to turn on the parking lamps.

Rotate to the second position to turn on the headlamps.

Foglamp control (if equipped)

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

the beams are not turned on.

Pull headlamp control towards you to turn foglamps on. The foglamp indicator light

position and the high

will illuminate.

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Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)

Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate:

• the ignition must be in the ON position and

• the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position.

Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during

inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system does not activate with 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.

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High beams

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

Flash to pass

Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate.

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL

Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during parklamp, headlamp, and autolamp operation.

• Rotate up to brighten.

• Rotate down to dim.

• Rotate fully up to turn on the

interior lights.

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AIMING THE HEADLAMPS

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

headlamps should be checked by a qualified service technician. Each headlmap may be properly aimed in the vertical (up/down)

direction only. THE HORIZONTAL (left/right) AIM IS PRESET BY THE HEADLAMP MANUFACTURER AND DOES NOT NEED TO BE RE-AIMED.

Adjusting the vertical aim

1. Park the vehicle on a level surface.

2. The vertical indicator is located on top of the headlamp assembly; the adjusting screw is located behind the headlamp assembly.

3. Turn the vertical adjusting screw until the bubble aligns with the “0” reference mark when viewed from directly above. The “0” reference mark is the middle of the three (3) bold graduation marks.

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TURN SIGNAL CONTROL

• Push down to activate the left turn signal.

• Push up to activate the right turn signal.

• In vehicles equipped with daytime running lights, use of the turn signals will shut off the highbeams in daytime driving.

INTERIOR LAMPS

The interior lamps have three switch positions: door delay, off and on.

When the control is switched to door delay, the interior light stays on for 12 seconds after the doors are closed with the ignition off.

Reading lamps (if equipped)

The reading lamps are operated by separate on/off switches and can be adjusted to point in the desired direction.

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BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs

Check the operation of the following lamps frequently:

• Headlamps

• Tail lamps

• Brakelamps

• High-mount brakelamp

• Turn signal lamps

• Backup lamps

• License plate lamp

Do not remove lamp bulbs unless they will be replaced immediately. If a bulb is removed for an extended period of time, contaminants may enter the lamp housings and affect performance.

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 to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time.

Function Number of

bulbs

Front park/turn lamps 2 3157 NA Headlamps (high) 2 9005 Headlamps (high) 2 9006 Foglamps 2 893 Rear tail/turn/brake lamp 2 1157 Backup lamp 2 1156 High-mount brakelamp 1 2825/W5W License plate lamp 2 168 Signal mirror lamp (if equipped) 2 194 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer

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Replacing headlamp bulbs

Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position. To remove the high or low beam headlamp bulb:

1. Lift the hood and release the wire

clip on the rear of the headlamp assembly and remove the cover.

2. Disconnect the electrical

connector by turning the bulb holder counterclockwise.

3. Pull the bulb holder straight out

to remove the bulb.

To install the new bulb:

Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of

children’s reach. Grasp the bulb by only 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. Install the new bulb in the lamp assembly by pushing it straight in and turning to lock it in position. You may need to turn the bulb slightly to align the grooves in the plastic base with the tabs in the lamp assembly.

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2. Connect the electrical connector to the bulb.

3. Install the protective cover and secure it with the wire clips.

4. Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly. if the headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb, you need to align it again.

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs

1. Remove the headlamp assembly cover.

2. Turn the bulb holder counter clockwise.

3. Remove the bulb socket by pulling it straight out from the lamp assembly.

4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and press in the new bulb.

5. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly by turning clockwise.

Replacing side marker lamps

1. Push the complete light assembly to the front and pull it out.

2. Remove the socket from the assembly by turning it counter clockwise.

3. Pull the bulb straight out and replace it.

4. Install the bulb socket into the assembly by turning it clockwise.

Replacing brake/turn signal/tail/backup lamps

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

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1. From the trunk, remove the carpet cover from the lamp assembly.

2. Remove the three retainer nuts and pull the lamp assembly out.

3. Turn the bulb counterclockwise and pull it out.

4. Replace the defective bulb.

5. Replace the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise to secure it in place.

Replacing the rear parking lamps

1. From the trunk, locate the parking lamp on the trunk wall near the tail lamp.

2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise and pull it out.

3. Pull the bulb straight out and replace it.

4. Add a bulb by pushing it straight in to the bulb socket.

5. Replace the bulb socket and turn it clockwise to secure it in place.

Replacing foglamp bulbs (if equipped)

For bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualified technician.

Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs

1. Remove the push pins and cover from the liftgate. (To remove the push pins, press the two tabs of the push pin insert inward and pull the insert out.)

2. Turn the bulb socket counterclockwise.

3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb.

To install the lamp assembly:

1. Install the bulb into the lamp assembly and turn it clockwise

2. Replace the cover and the push pins.

Replacing the luggage compartment lamp

1. Remove the light assembly from the underside of the liftgate.

2. Turn the spherical bulb (with slight pressure) counterclockwise to remove.

3. To replace the bulb, insert bulb and turn it clockwise to secure in place.

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Replacing interior lamps

1. Switch off the interior lamps (middle switch position).

2. Open the lamp assembly.

3. Release the reflector at the side.

4. Pull out and replace the bulb.

Replacing reading bulbs (if equipped)

1. Open the reading lamp assembly.

2. Pull the bulb straight out and replace it.

3. After the bulb has been replaced, close the lamp assembly.

WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS

Lift the windshield wiper control to the desired interval.

• Intermittent: push lever up to the first position.

• Low: push lever up to the second position.

• High: push lever up to the third position.

For a single wipe, push the lever downward.

Intermittent wiper control

Rotate the variable intermittent wiper control to the desired speed.

• 1 = Short time interval

• 6 = Extended time interval

Washer

Pull the lever toward the steering wheel. The washer operates in conjunction with the windshield wipers.

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REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER (IF EQUIPPED)

Wiper

To turn it on, push the wiper control inward. Push the control in again to turn it off.

Washer

Push the lever away from the steering wheel.

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WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES

Check the wiper blades for wear at least twice a year or when they seem less effective. Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades.

CHECKING WIPER BLADES

Check the wiper blades on your vehicle for roughness by running the tip of your fingers over the edge of the blade.

Traces of grease, silicone and fuel also prevent wiper blades from functioning properly. Clean the blades regularly using a damp cloth or sponge soaked with diluted windscreen or car wash detergent.

Change the wiper blades on your vehicle at least once a year.

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES

To replace the wiper blades:

1. Pull the wiper arm away from the

windshield and lock into the service position.

2. 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.

3. Attach the new wiper to the

wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard.

TILT STEERING WHEEL

Pull the locking lever on the steering column cover up to adjust the steering column position. Secure the wheel by releasing the locking lever.

Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is

moving.

HORN

Press the pad in the middle of the steering wheel.

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CLOCK

The clock can be set to either a 12 hour or a 24 hour format. Press the CLOCK button until it

flashes. Press the UNITS button once to

display 12HR. Press the RESET button to toggle between 12 and 24 HR.

Press the UNITS button until the hour flashes. Press the RESET button to set the hour.

Press the UNITS button until the minutes flash. Press the RESET button to set the minutes.

Press the CLOCK button to store the time.

POWER WINDOWS

Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows.

• Press the top portion of the rocker switch to close.

• Press the bottom portion of the rocker switch to open.

POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS

The power mirrors can be operated at any time.

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1. The control can be swiveled and

turned. Turn the control clockwise to adjust the driver’s side mirror, counterclockwise to adjust the passenger side mirror.

2. Adjust the selected mirror by

moving the center control in the desired direction. Then turn the control back to the center position.

Heated mirrors (if equipped)

The heated mirrors are activated by turning on the rear window defroster.

SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) To turn speed control on

• Press ON.

Vehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is traveling at or above 48 km/h (30 mph).

Do not shift the gearshift lever into N (Neutral) with the speed control on.

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

To turn speed control off

• Press OFF or

• Turn off the vehicle ignition.

Once speed control is switched off, the previously programmed set speed will be erased.

To set a speed

• Press + and release. For speed control to operate, the speed control must be ON and the vehicle speed must be greater than 48 km/h (30 mph).

If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle speed may vary momentarily slower or faster than the set speed. This is normal.

Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it increases above the set speed on a downhill. If your vehicle speed is faster than the set speed while driving on a downhill, you may want to shift to the next lower gear or apply the brakes to reduce your vehicle speed.

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If your vehicle slows down more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. This is normal. Pressing = will re-engage it.

Do not use the speed

control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery, or unpaved.

To set a higher set speed

• Press and hold +. Release the control when the desired vehicle speed is reached or

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

• Accelerate with your accelerator pedal. When the desired vehicle speed is reached, press and release +.

You can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speed control usage. Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle to the previously programmed set speed.

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To set a lower set speed

• Press and hold −. Release the control when the desired speed is reached or

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

• Depress the brake pedal. When the desired vehicle speed is reached, press +.

To disengage speed control

• depress the brake pedal, or

Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed.

• Press the OFF control.

Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed.

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To return to a previously set speed

• Press =. For = to operate, the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km/h (30 mph).

Indicator light

This light comes on when the vehicle speed control is engaged and actively controlling vehicle speed.

MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)

To lift the rear of the moon roof:

• Press the to lift up.

• Press and hold (as desired) the bottom moon roof control to close.

To open and close the moon roof:

• Press and hold the control to open. The moon roof is fully open when approximately 2/3rds of the opening is exposed.

• Press and hold (as desired) the bottom moon roof control to close.

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moon roof

Do not let children play with the moon roof. They may seriously hurt themselves.

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TRIP COMPUTER

The trip computer tells you about the condition of your vehicle through a constant monitor of vehicle systems. You may select display features on the trip computer for a display of status.

The trip computer only operates with the ignition in the ON position.

Selectable features

Select

Press this control to select the following features:

• Temperature

• Average speed

• Trip odometer

• Distance to empty

• Average fuel economy

Units

Press this control to change the trip computer display between metric and English units.

Reset

Press this control to reset the function to zero.

Temperature

Shows the outside air temperature. It may take several minutes of driving for the display to update the present temperature.

Average speed

Shows the average speed since last reset.

Trip odometer

Refer to Gauges in the Instrument cluster chapter

Distance to empty

This displays the approximate distance you can drive with the fuel remaining in the tank.

Average fuel economy

Shows the average fuel economy since last reset.

TRUNK REMOTE CONTROL

Push the control located under the instrument panel by the driver’s door to open the luggage compartment.

FRONT ASHTRAY

The ashtray is located beneath the radio.

To open, press and the ashtray opens automatically. To empty, extract the ashtray.

Driver Controls

CENTER CONSOLE

Your vehicle has a variety of console features. These include:

• Utility compartment

• Cupholder

• Coin holder slots

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

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POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT (DRIVER’S SIDE ONLY)

Position the floor mat in the footwell. Place the mat eyelet over the pointed end of the retention post from the rear and rotate forward to install. Adjust the floor mat position to allow proper operation of accelerator pedal, brake pedal and clutch pedal (if equipped).

To remove, lift the floor mat just forward of the retention post and rotate it rearward to disengage it from the retention post.

CARGO AREA FEATURES Cargo cover

Do not place objects on the cargo cover. To remove the cover: Detach the lifting straps on the

liftgate. The pull it out horizontally without tilting.

To install the cover: Insert the cover horizontally, align it

and push in as far as the stop. Attach the lifting straps to the liftgate.

Do not place any objects on

the cargo area cover. They may obstruct your vision or strike occupants of the vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or collision.

The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is

not securely installed.

USING A LUGGAGE RACK

The moon roof opens to the outside. When placing a luggage rack or any load on the roof, ensure there is proper clearance before opening the moon roof.

Driver Controls

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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 SecuriLocky Passive Anti-Theft System for more information.

POWER DOOR LOCKS

Press control to unlock all doors.

Press control to lock all doors.

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.

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 an open trunk and risk injury. Children should be taught not to play in vehicles.

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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 (IF EQUIPPED)

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.

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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 lock or unlock all vehicle doors and luggage compartment without a key.

The remote entry features only operate with the ignition in the OFF position.

If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are brought to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting.

Locking the doors

Press this control to lock all doors. The lamps will flash to confirm all

doors are locked. If any of the doors, hood and liftgate

are ajar, the lamps will not flash.

Unlocking the doors

Press this control to unlock the driver’s door. The interior lamps will illuminate.

Press the control a second time within three seconds to unlock all doors.

Opening the luggage compartment

Press this control to open the luggage compartment.

Be certain the luggage compartment is closed before driving your vehicle. The luggage compartment may appear closed, but it may not be latched. Failure to do so may cause objects to fall out of the luggage compartment or block rear view vision.

Sounding a panic alarm

Press this control to activate the alarm. The horn will sound and the lights will flash for approximately two minutes.

To deactivate the alarm, press the control again or turn the ignition to ON.

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Replacing the batteries

The transmitter is powered by one coin type three-volt lithium batteries. Typical operating range will allow you to be up to 10 meters (33 feet) away from your vehicle. A decrease in operating range can be caused by:

• Weather conditions

• Nearby radio towers

• Structures around the vehicle

• Other vehicles parked next to the vehicle

To replace the batteries:

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1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter. DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART.

2. Place the positive (+) side of new batteries down. Refer to the diagram inside the transmitter unit.

3. Snap the two halves back together.

Replacing lost transmitters

If a remote transmitter has been lost and you would like to remove it from the vehicle’s memory or you would like to purchase additional transmitters for your vehicle (up to four may be programmed into memory), take all your vehicle’s transmitters to your dealer for programming.

SECURILOCKY PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM

SecuriLocky 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 SecuriLocky 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 located on top of the instrument panel.

• When the ignition is in the OFF position, the indicator will flash once every 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLocky system is functioning as a theft deterrent.

• When the ignition is in the ON position, the indicator will glow for 3 seconds to indicate normal system functionality.

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If a problem occurs with the SecuriLocky system, the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the ON position. If this occurs, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer for service.

Automatic arming

The vehicle is armed five seconds after switching off the ignition. The indicator light on the dashboard above the climate controls will flash every two seconds when the vehicle is armed.

Automatic disarming

Switching the ignition to the 4 (RUN) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle. If the indicator light stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealership or a qualified technician.

Key information

Your vehicle is supplied with two coded keys. Only a coded key will start your vehicle.

Spare coded keys can be purchased from your dealership. Your dealership can program your key or you can “do it yourself.” Refer to

Programming spare keys.

Functional check

When the ignition is switched on, the indicator light will illuminate for approximately three seconds to indicate the system is operating correctly.

If the indicator light flashes rapidly for approximately one minute and then repeats at irregular intervals, the system did not recognize the key code. Remove the key and try again.

If the indicator light flashes rapidly for approximately one minute and then repeats at irregular intervals, a system malfunction has occurred. Have the system serviced by your dealership or a qualified technician.

Certain items may cause vehicle starting issues:

• Large metallic objects

• Electronic devices on the key chain that can be used to purchase

gasoline or similar items

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• A second key on the same key ring as the coded key

If any of these items are present, you need to keep these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine. These objects and devices cannot damage the coded key, but can cause a momentary “no start” condition if they are too close to the key during engine start. If a problem occurs, turn ignition OFF 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 Mercury 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 a dealership. The key codes will need to

be erased from your vehicle and new key codes will need to be re-coded.

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 type of 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.

Programming spare keys

A maximum of seven keys can be coded to your vehicle. Only SecuriLocky 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 not available, you must bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the spare coded key(s) programmed.

Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.

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1. Insert the first previously

programmed coded key into the ignition switch and turn to position

No. 3.

2. Turn the key back to position No.

1 and remove from the ignition

within 5 seconds.

3. Insert the second previously

programmed coded key into the ignition switch and turn to position No. 3 within 3–5 seconds.

4. Turn the key back to position No. 1 and remove from the ignition

within 5 seconds, the key coding mode is now activated.

5. If an uncoded key is now inserted in the ignition switch and turned to

position No. 3 within 10 seconds, this key is coded to the system. If coding is not completed correctly, indicator light flashes after the

ignition is switched on with the newly coded key. Repeat the coding process. This process can be repeated after waiting 20 seconds.

If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the new spare key(s) programmed.

ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

When armed, the anti-theft system will help prevent your vehicle from unauthorized entry.

If there is any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are brought to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting.

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Activation

The system is activated by pressing the control once. The ignition key must be removed from the ignition and the doors, hood and luggage compartment fully closed, to allow activation.

The lamps will flash once to indicate the system is activated. If the lamps do not flash once, the system is not activated.

Arming the system

Opening any door, hood, or luggage compartment will activate the alarm when activated.

When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will flash the turn signal lamps and will sound the horn.

Disarming the system

You can disarm the system by any of the following actions:

• Unlock the doors by using your remote entry transmitter.

• Unlock the door by using your key.

Either of these actions will disarm an Untriggered or Triggered alarm system.

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SEATING Adjustable head restraints (if equipped)

Your vehicle’s seats may be equipped with head restraints which are vertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible. Refer to the following to raise and lower the head restraints.

Push or pull the head restraint to raise it to the desired height. To lower, push the button in the collar around the stem.

Adjusting the front manual seat

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

Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injuring people in a collision or sudden stop.

Do not place any objects behind the seat which could prevent the engagement of the seat lock.

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.

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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.

Pull the lever located under the front edge of the seat to move the seat forward or backward.

To recline the seat, pull the lever on the outside of the seat.

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To lean the seatback forward, pull the lever on the outside of the seatback.

Fold back the seatback until it locks with a distinct “click” and slide the seat backwards until it locks in position. Rock the seat to ensure that the catch is securely engaged.

Adjusting the power seats (if equipped)

To adjust the height of the seat, push the control up or down. The control is located on the left front corner of the seat.

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To adjust the power seat, move the control located on the left front corner of the seat. Move the control in the respective direction to adjust the seat, seat back and lumbar as follows:

1. Move the seat forward and

backward

2. Adjust the height of the entire

seat

3. Incline or recline the seatback

4. Adjust the lumbar support

FOLDING REAR SEATS

To avoid injury to rear seat occupants when closing the liftgate,

ensure that the head of any rear seat occupant is not in the path of the closing liftgate. Request that the occupants, especially taller occupants, lean forward and under the roof structure to avoid making contact with the closing liftgate. Close the liftgate carefully.

Pull the release knob located in the luggage compartment. Fold down the seat.

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To raise the rear seatback, push the seatback upward until it locks in place. Make sure it is firmly latched by pushing forward and back on it.

Check to see that the seat and seatback are latched securely in

position. Keep luggage area of objects that would prevent proper engagement.

SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap

belt snug and low across the hips.

To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they

can be properly restrained.

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the

vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision.

All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always

properly wear their safety belts, even when an 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.

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

to die than a person wearing a safety belt.

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back

seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.

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.

In the event of a collision resulting in the deployment of the

front air bags, the front safety belts must be replaced.

Combination lap and shoulder belt

To fasten, insert the tongue into the slot in the buckle until you hear it snap and feel it lock.

To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the slot.

The safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front and rear seat passenger safety belts have two types of locking modes.

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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.

Energy management feature

• 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.

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 extracted.

• 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

• When a tight lap and shoulder belt fit is desired.

• Any time a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or

outboard rear seating position (if equipped). Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter.

How to disengage the automatic locking mode

Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies

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

Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode.

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

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

BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if

the seat belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in Workshop Manual.

Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could

increase the risk of injury in collisions.

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Front safety belt height adjustment

To lower the height of the shoulder belt:

4. Push the release control lever down.

5. Slide the seat belt loop down. To raise the height of the shoulder

belt:

1. Slide the seat belt loop upwards.

2. Pull down on the seat belt loop to make sure that it is locked in place.

Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests

across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision.

Safety belt warning light and indicator chime

The seat 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 ON 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 ON position...

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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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 once the vehicle speed has exceeded 5 km/h (3mph).

If... Then...

The driver’s safety belt is not buckled approximately 5 seconds after the safety belt warning light has turned off...

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 purpose of the BeltMinder is to remind occasional wearers to wear safety belts all of the time.

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts: (All statistics based on U.S. data)

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.

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Reasons given... Consider...

“Crashes are rare events” 36 700 crashes occur every day.

The 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.

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

miles of home.

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

comfort. If you are uncomfortable try different positions for the safety belt upper anchorage and seatback which should be as upright as possible; this can improve comfort.

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

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

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

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

60% in light trucks.

“Traffic is light” Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in

single-vehicle crashes, many when

no other vehicles are around.

“Belts wrinkle my clothes” Possibly, but a serious crash can do

much more than wrinkle your clothes, particularly if you are unbelted.

“The people I’m with don’t wear belts”

Set the example, teen deaths occur 4 times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people. Children and younger brothers/sisters imitate behavior they see.

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Reasons given... Consider...

“I have an air bag” Air bags offer greater protection when

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

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

ejected are 40 times more likely to DIE. Safety belts help prevent

ejection, WE CAN’T “PICK OUR CRASH”.

Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the 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.

One time disable

Any time the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during an ignition ON cycle, 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) (automatic transmission) or the neutral

position (manual transmission).

• The ignition switch is in the OFF position.

• All vehicle doors are closed.

• The driver’s safety belt is unbuckled.

• The parklamps/headlamps are in OFF position (If vehicle is equipped

with Autolamps, this will not affect the procedure).

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

Minder feature while driving the vehicle.

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BeltMinder activation and deactivation procedure

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/headlamps, turn off the parklamps/headlamps.

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.

• 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.

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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.

Due to the energy management feature on the front safety belts, the safety belts must be replaced after any collision causing the deployment of the front air bags.

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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 Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts in the Cleaning chapter.

AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)

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 the greatest close to the trim

covering the air bag module.

Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the air bag and sensor systems. In the event of a collision this module may save information related to the collision including information about the air bag system and impact severity. This information will assist Ford Motor Company in servicing the vehicle and in helping to better understand real world collisions and further improve the safety of future vehicles.

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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.

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.

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.

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.

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Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag

supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer.

Modifications 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 sensors 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. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision.

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.

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How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work?

The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains longitudinal 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. Air bags are designed to inflate 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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The SRS consists of:

• driver and passenger air bag modules (which include the inflators and air bags)

• one or more impact and safing sensors

• a readiness light and tone

• a diagnostic module

• and the electrical wiring which connects the components

The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental air bag electrical system warning (including the impact sensors), the system wiring, the air bag system readiness light, the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors.

Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation.

If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function

again and must be replaced immediately. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision.

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 Air bag readiness section in the Instrument cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required.

A 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 on.

• 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.

Seating and Safety Restraints

Side air bag system (if equipped)

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

supplemental restraint system, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an air bag. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer.

All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always

wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided.

Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the air bag

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.

Seating and Safety Restraints

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.

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 to 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.

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Mercury COUGAR 2002 User Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

Introduction

Instrument Cluster

Entertainment Systems

Climate Controls

Lights

Driver Controls

Locks and Security

Seating and Safety Restraints