Mercury MONTEREY 2006 Owner Manual

	Table of Contents
Introduction	4
Instrument Cluster	10
Warning and control lights	10
Gauges	14
Entertainment Systems	17
AM/FM stereo with CD	17
AM/FM stereo cassette with CD	20
Climate Controls	30
Manual heating and air conditioning	30
Rear window defroster	40
Lights	41
Headlamps	41
Turn signal control	46
Bulb replacement	48
Driver Controls	53
Windshield wiper/washer control	53
Steering wheel adjustment	54
Power windows	64
Mirrors	65
Speed control	67
Message center	75
Locks and Security	90
Keys	90
Locks	90
Anti-theft system	104

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Seating and Safety Restraints	108
Seating	108
Safety restraints	133
Airbags	147
Child restraints	161
Tires, Wheels and Loading	179
Tire Information	179
Tire Inflation	181
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)	193
Vehicle loading	199
Trailer towing	205
Recreational towing	210
Driving	211
Starting	211
Brakes	214
Transmission operation	219
Roadside Emergencies	227
Getting roadside assistance	227
Hazard flasher switch	228
Fuel pump shut-off switch	228
Fuses and relays	229
Changing tires	237
Lug Nut Torque	246
Jump starting	247
Wrecker towing	252
Customer Assistance	254
Reporting safety defects (U.S. only)	263
Cleaning	264

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Maintenance and Specifications	270
Engine compartment	272
Engine oil	274
Battery	277
Engine Coolant	280
Fuel information	285
Air filter(s)	302
Part numbers	302
Refill capacities	303
Lubricant specifications	304
Accessories	310
Index	312

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Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company

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Introduction

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

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

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

CONGRATULATIONS

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

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

•In the United States: www.ford.com

•In Canada: www.ford.ca

•In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx

•In Australia: www.ford.com.au

Additional owner information is given in separate publications.

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

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

Fuel pump shut-off switch: In the event of an accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the

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

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Introduction

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guide

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

Warning symbols on your vehicle

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

Protecting the environment

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

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

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE

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

Drive your new vehicle at least 500 miles (800 km) before towing a trailer. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to

Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

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

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SPECIAL NOTICES

New Vehicle Limited Warranty

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

Special instructions

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

Please read the section Supplemental restraint system (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury.

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

Service Data Recording

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

Event Data Recording

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

•how various systems in your vehicle were operating;

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

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

•how fast the vehicle was traveling; and

•where the driver was positioning the steering wheel.

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

Cell phone use

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

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

A driver’s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is to

avoid distractions and pay attention to the road. Wait until it is safe to operate Mobile Communications Equipment.

Middle East/North Africa vehicle specific information

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

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

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Introduction

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

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

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Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Power Windows

Power Window Lockout

Front/Rear

Child Safety Door

Interior Luggage

Lock/Unlock

Compartment Release

Symbol

Panic Alarm

Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Engine Coolant

Temperature

Do Not Open When Hot

Battery

Avoid Smoking, Flames,

Battery Acid

or Sparks

Explosive Gas

Fan Warning

Power Steering Fluid

Maintain Correct Fluid

Level

	Emission System	Engine Air Filter
	Passenger Compartment	Jack
	Air Filter

Check Fuel Cap

Low Tire Pressure

Warning

MAX

MIN

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Instrument Cluster

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

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

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

Check engine: The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. Solid

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

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.

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

Maintenance and Specification chapter.

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

ignition is turned to the ON position

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

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

occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer.

Anti-lock brake system: If the

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

been detected, have the system serviced immediately by your

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

Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned to ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced

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

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

Malfunction indicator: Illuminates when a powertrain fault has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

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

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

Engine coolant temperature:

Displays when the engine coolant temperature is high. Stop the

vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. Refer to

Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

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

Traction Control or AdvanceTrac active (if equipped): Displays when the Traction Control is active, refer to the Driving chapter for more information.

Low tire pressure warning:

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

to Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to ON, the light will illuminate for 3 seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does

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not turn ON or begins to flash, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. For more information on this system, refer to

Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.

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

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

Low washer fluid: Displays when the windshield washer fluid is low.

Door ajar: Displays which door or the liftgate is open.

Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the

indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.

Bulb warning: Displays which bulb is burned out. Depress the RESET control to clear.

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

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

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

Turn signal warning chime: Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn and not turned off after the vehicle is driven more than 1/2 mile (0.8 km).

GAUGES

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.

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Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating

temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between “H” and

“C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely

possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.

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

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

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

Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys.

To reset, press and hold the message center RESET button for three seconds to reset.

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

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

The arrow near the fuel pump icon indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located.

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

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Entertainment Systems

AUDIO SYSTEMS

AM/FM stereo/ single CD sound system (if equipped)

1. / Tuner: Press to

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

2. Phone/mute: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media.

3. Menu: Press to toggle through the following modes:

Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . Press

MENU to access. Use / / SEEK to set.

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

Bass: Press to adjust the bass setting. Use / / SEEK .

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Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use / / SEEK .

Balance: Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers. Use / / SEEK .

Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers. Use / / SEEK .

Speed sensitive volume (if equipped): Radio volume automatically changes slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind

noise. Press MENU to access and use / / SEEK to adjust.

Setting the clock: Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is displayed. Use / to manually increase/decrease Press MENU again to disengage clock mode.

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

4.Aux: Press to toggle between FES/DVD and AUX modes. If no auxiliary sources are available, NO AUX AUDIO will be displayed.

5.Seek: Press to access the next strong station or track.

6. Text: In CD mode, this feature reads track name, artist name, and disc name (if available).

7. Shuffle: Press to play tracks in random order.

8. Comp (Compression): In CD mode, brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level.

9. Repeat: Press to repeat the current CD track.

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10. Fast forward: Press to manually advance in a CD track.

11. Rewind: Press to manually reverse in a CD track.

12. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and

hold a preset button until sound returns.

13.Scan: Press for a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop.

14.Seek: Press to access the previous strong station or track.

15. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM frequency band.

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

If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a

“nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on.

17.CD: Press to enter CD mode. If

a CD is already loaded into the system, CD play will begin where it ended last.

18. CD eject: Press to eject a CD.

19. CD slot: Insert a CD label side up.

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AM/FM stereo with cassette/CD (if equipped)

1. / Tuner: Press to

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

2. Seek:Press to access the next strong station or track.

3. Phone/mute: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media.

4. Menu: Press to toggle through the following modes:

Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use / / SEEK .

Bass: Press to adjust the bass setting. Use / / SEEK .

Balance: Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers. Use / / SEEK .

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Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers. Use / / SEEK .

Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume automatically changes slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Press MENU

to access and use / / SEEK to adjust.

Setting the clock: Your vehicle is equipped with an in-dash clock. Refer to “Setting the clock” in the Driver Controls chapter for further information.

Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . Press

MENU to access. Use / / SEEK to set.

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

Clean tape reminder: After 20 hours of cassette operation, the radio will notify you that it is time to clean the cassette player head. After cleaning the player head, you can clear the reminder through menu control and selecting YES.

Dolby: Dolby noise reduction: Reduces tape noise and hiss. Use / / SEEK to cycle Dolby ON/OFF. The Dolby noise

reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

5. AUX: Press to toggle between FES/DVD and AUX modes. If no auxiliary sources are available, NO

AUX AUDIO will be displayed. To return to radio mode, press AM/FM.

6. Tape eject: Press to eject a tape.

7. Text: In CD mode, displays track title, artist name, and disc title (if available).

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

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9.Compress (Compression): In CD mode, brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level.

10.Repeat: Press to repeat the current CD track.

11.Fast forward: Press to manually advance in a CD track.

12.Rewind: Press to manually reverse in a CD track.

13. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and

hold a preset button until sound returns.

14.Tape: Insert a tape facing to the right.

15.Tape direction: Press to enter tape mode. Press while in play mode to change which side of the tape is playing.

16.AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM frequency band.

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

If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a

“nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on.

18.CD: Press to enter CD mode. If

a CD is already loaded into the system, CD play will begin where it ended last.

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19. CD eject: Press to eject a CD.

20. CD slot: Insert a CD label side up.

21.Seek:Press to access the previous strong station or track.

22.Scan: Press for a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop.

Premium In-Dash Six CD Sound System (if equipped)

1. / Tuner: Press to

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

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2. Phone/mute: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media.

3. Menu: Press to toggle through the following modes:

Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use / / SEEK .

Bass: Press to adjust the bass setting. Use / / SEEK .

Balance: Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers. Use / / SEEK .

Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers. Use / / SEEK .

Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume automatically changes slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Press MENU

to access and use / / SEEK to adjust.

Setting the clock: Your vehicle is equipped with an in-dash clock; Refer to “Setting the clock” in the Driver Controls chapter for further information.

Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . Press

MENU to access. Use / / SEEK to set.

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

4.Aux: Press to toggle between FES/DVD and AUX modes. If no auxiliary sources are available, NO AUX AUDIO will be displayed.

5.Seek: Press to access the next strong station or track.

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6. Text: In CD mode, press to display the track name, artist name and disc name (if available).

7. Shuffle: Press to play tracks in random order.

8. Comp (Compression): In CD mode, brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level.

9. Repeat: Press to repeat the current CD track.

10. Fast forward: Press to manually advance in a CD track.

11. Rewind: Press to manually reverse in a CD track.

12. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and

hold a preset button until sound returns.

13.Scan: Press for a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop.

14.Seek: Press to access the previous strong station or track.

15. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM frequency band.

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

If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a

“nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on.

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

18. LOAD: Press to load a CD. Press and hold to autoload up to six CDs.

19. CD eject: Press to eject a CD. Press and hold to auto eject all CDs present in the system.

20. CD slot: Insert a CD label side up.

Auxiliary audio controls (if equipped)

Your vehicle may be equipped with auxiliary audio controls. This feature allows the front and middle seat passengers to listen to different media sources (radio, cassette, CD or DVD) simultaneously. (However, the front and middle-seat passengers cannot listen to two different radio stations at the same time.)

1. Volume: Press to / increase/decrease volume control.

2. Media: Press to select from different playing medias.

3. / : Press to activate dual

play mode and enable the rear seat passengers to hear audio through the headphones. Press again to deactivate.

4.MEM: Press consecutively to scroll through the preset stations, change tape side (if equipped), or to change discs on multiple disc radios (if equipped).

5.SEEK: Press / to access the next/previous strong radio station, cassette selection or CD track.

When the rear seat controls are activated, rear seat passengers can use the controls to change the playing media for all passengers (Single Play

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mode). In this mode, all speakers will play audio from the same media source for all passengers to hear.

If there is a discrepancy between the rear seat controls and the front audio controls (such as both trying to listen to the same playing media), the front audio system will receive the desired selection.

To activate Dual Play mode (rear seat passengers listen to a different playing media than the front seat passengers):

•Press the speaker/headphone control.

•Press MEDIA to change audio sources (for headphone mode only).

•Use the SEEK, VOLUME and MEMORY controls to make adjustments to the playing media.

Parental control
Simultaneously press the radio		COMPRESS
preset controls 3 and 5 to
enable/disable the rear seat audio

controls as well as the Family Entertainment system (if equipped).

Dual play mode

Press / on the rear seat audio

controls or simultaneously press the radio preset controls 2 and 4 to enable/disable dual play.

COMPRESS

During dual play, the rear vehicle speakers will be deactivated and the wired headphones (if equipped) will become active. Two different medias can be played in the vehicle simultaneously:

•The driver can select a media from the main radio face (radio, tape, CD or DVD if equipped) and listen using the front speakers.

•Rear seat passengers may listen to a different media source than the front passengers (radio, tape, CD or DVD if equipped) using 3.5 mm wired headphones (not included) that shall be plugged into the headphone icon jacks on the rear audio control face. Infrared headphones are included in vehicles equipped with the Family Entertainment System and shall only be used to listed to the media (DVD or CD) that is playing in the Family Entertainment System. Wireless headphones will not play audio from any other sources (AM, FM, tape, or Radio CD).

The front and rear seat passengers cannot listen to two different radio stations at the same time.

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GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION

Radio frequencies:

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

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

Radio reception factors:

There are three factors that can affect radio reception:

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

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

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

Cassette/player care

Do:

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

•Remove loose labels before inserting tapes.

•Allow tapes which have been subjected to extreme heat, humidity or cold to reach a moderate temperature before playing.

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

Don’t:

•Use cassettes that are longer than 90 minutes.

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

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

CD/CD player care

Do:

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

•Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out.

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Don’t:

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

•For vehicles equipped with a six disc CD changer, don’t insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine.

•Clean using a circular motion.

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact your authorized dealer for further information.

Audio system warranty and service

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

FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle may be equipped with a Family Entertainment System (FES). Refer to the DVD Supplement Guide for further information on your system.

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Climate Controls

DUAL ZONE MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM WITH REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

1. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each control.

MAX A/C: Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel vents only to cool the vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior air is more economical and efficient. Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.

: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.

: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents and the floor vents.

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

: Distributes air through the floor vents.

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and floor vents.

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

Auxiliary climate control operation: Turn the front air flow control

(1) to any position except O (OFF).

2.R Rear fan speed control: Press to enable the auxiliary system or to adjust the rear fan speed from the front control. The rear fan speed settings available are 4, 3, 2, 1 and O (OFF).

3.REAR: Press to enable the control located in the rear seat. Press again to turn the auxiliary system off.

4. REAR Rear temperature control: Press to enable the

auxiliary system and to set the desired rear cabin airflow temperature with the front control. The rear cabin airflow temperature will match the driver airflow temperature setting when only the center rear temperature

light ( REAR ) is illuminated. The rear cabin airflow temperature

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