Ford 2008 Edge Bedienungsanleitung

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 10Warning lights and chimes 10Gauges 15Entertainment Systems 18How to get going 18AM/FM stereo with CD 22AM/FM stereo

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A wa

3. Press the SET + control andrelease it.4. Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal.5. The indicatorlight on theinstrument cluster will turn on.Note:•

Increasing speed while using speed controlThere are two ways to set a higherspeed:• Press and hold the SET + controluntil you get to the desiredspeed,

Turning off speed controlThere are two ways to turn off the speed control:• Depress the brake pedal. This willnot erase your vehicle’spreviously set s

In Radio mode:• Pressto access thenext/previous preset station.In CD mode:• Pressto listen to thenext track on the disc.In Satellite radio mode (ifequ

SYNC system hands free controlfeature (if equipped)Pressbriefly to use the voicecommand feature. You will hear atone and LISTENING will appear inthe r

Note: Do not attempt to move the panoramic power sunshades manuallyor sunshade damage or malfunction may occur. The sunshade track clipsare designed t

Note: If the panoramic Vista Roof™ is excessively operated, the glassand shade motors will automatically go into a fail-safe jog mode (manualintermitt

1. Position the end of yourhand-held transmitter 1–3 inches(2–8 cm) away from the HomeLink威button you wish to program (locatedon your visor) while kee

Gate Operator & Canadian ProgrammingDuring programming, yourhand-held transmitter mayautomatically stop transmitting —not allowing enough time for

Erasing HomeLink姞 buttonsTo erase the three programmedbuttons (individual buttons cannotbe erased):• Press and hold the two outerHomeLink威 buttons unt

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperaturescould damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interiorfloor coverings or other

Odometer/Trip odometerRefer to Gauges in the Instrument Cluster chapter.Note: Engine can not be running to change the state of Autolamp orRear Park As

Selectable featuresResetPress this control to select and resetfunctions shown in the INFO menuand SETUP menu.Info menuThis control displays the follow

Average fuel economy (AFE)Select this function from the INFOmenu to display your average fueleconomy in miles/gallon or liters/100km.If you calculate

Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point thatvaries slightly from the northerly direction on maps. This variation is fourdegr

6. Release the RESET control, thenslowly press RESET down again.7. Press the SETUP controlrepeatedly until the correct zonesetting for your geographic

• Power Liftgate (if equipped)• Easy entry/exit seat (if equipped)• Reverse sensing system (Park Assist) (if equipped)• LanguageSystem checkSelecting

1. To disable/enable the autolampdelay feature, select this functionfrom the SETUP control for thecurrent display mode.2. Press the RESET control to s

Power Liftgate (if equipped)This feature allows users to open/close the rear liftgate at the touch of abutton.1. To disable/enable the powerliftgate f

In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center willcycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for severalseconds.

REAR LEFT DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the rear left door is notcompletely closed.REAR RIGHT DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the rear right door is notcomplete

Anti-lock brake system: If theABS light stays illuminated orcontinues to flash, a malfunction hasbeen detected, have the systemserviced immediately by

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT (IF EQUIPPED)Do not install additional floor mats on top of the factory installedfloor mats as they may interfere with th

Make sure that the liftgate is closed to prevent exhaust fumesfrom being drawn into the vehicle. This will also preventpassengers and cargo from falli

Do not attempt to manually force the liftgate to travel faster than thepower system will permit. This will activate the obstacle detectionfeature.Exer

To power open the liftgate withoutside liftgate control button:1. To open, unlock the liftgate withthe integrated keyhead transmitteror power door unl

Obstacle detectionThe power liftgate system is equipped with an obstacle detection feature.If the power liftgate is closing, the system will reverse t

LUGGAGE RACK (IF EQUIPPED)The load must be placed directly on the luggage rack. The vehicle’s roofpanel is not designed to carry a load.When loading t

KEYSYour vehicle is equipped with twoIntegrated Keyhead Transmitters(IKTs). The IKT functions as both aprogrammed ignition key thatoperates all the lo

Recommended handling of the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter(IKT)To avoid inadvertently activating the remote entry functions of yourvehicle, it is reco

POWER DOOR LOCKS• Press thecontrol to unlock alldoors.• Press thecontrol to lock alldoors.Smart locksThis feature helps to prevent you from locking yo

Deactivating/activating autolock featureYour vehicle comes with the autolock features activated; there are fourmethods to enable/disable this feature:

Low tire pressure warning(if equipped): Illuminates whenyour tire pressure is low. If the lightremains ON at start up or whiledriving, the tire pressu

Keyless entry key pad autolock enable/disable procedure1. Turn the ignition to the 1 (LOCK)position.2. Close all the doors.3. Enter factory–set 5–digi

Power door lock switch autounlock enable/disable procedureBefore starting, ensure the ignition is in the 1 (LOCK) position and allvehicle doors are cl

CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS• When these locks are set, therear doors cannot be opened fromthe inside.• The rear doors can be openedfrom the outside when the

There are 2 possible types of IKTs:• Vehicles equipped with a powerliftgate• Vehicles not equipped with apower liftgateThe typical operating range for

The IKT allows you to:• remotely unlock the vehicle doors.• remotely lock all the vehicle doors.• remotely open the power liftgate (if equipped).• act

Note: If any door or the liftgate is not closed, the horn will chirp twiceand the lamps will not flash.Opening the power liftgate (if equipped)Press t

Activating the memory featureTo activate this feature:1. Position the seat and mirrors to the desired positions.2. Press the SET control on thedriver’

2. Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals on the backsurface of the circuit board.3. Remove the old battery. Note: Please refer to local r

The inside lights will not turn off if:• they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or• any door is open.Perimeter lamps illuminated entryWith

5. Turn the ignition back to the 3 (RUN) position. The horn will chirpone time to confirm programming mode has been entered and is active.6. Press the

Low washer fluid (if equipped):Illuminates when the windshieldwasher fluid is low.Turn signal: Illuminates when theleft or right turn signal or thehaz

The keypad can be operated with the factory set 5–digit entry code; thiscode is located on the owner’s wallet card in the glove box and isavailable fr

Anti-scan featureIf the wrong code has been entered 7 times (35 consecutive buttonpresses), the keypad will go into an anti-scan mode. This mode disab

Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used topurchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the samekey chain may ca

Replacement Integrated Keyless Transmitters (IKT) and coded keysNote: Your vehicle comes equipped with two Integrated KeyheadTransmitters (IKTs). The

Please read and understand theentire procedure before you begin.1. Insert the first previouslyprogrammed coded key into theignition.2. Turn the igniti

SEATINGNotes:Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in theevent of a

Push release button to lower headrestraint.Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)The lumbar control is located on theside of the seat cushion.L

Lift handle to move seat forward orbackward.Pump the handle upwards to raisethe cushion and pump downward tolower the cushion to the desiredlocation.P

3. Pull up on the recliner handlelocated on the outboard side of theseat to fold the front passengerseatback.4. Without releasing the handle,push the

Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclinedtoo far can take off weight from the seat cushion and affect thedecision of the front

GAUGESSpeedometer: Indicates thecurrent vehicle speed.Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolanttemperature. At normal operatingtempera

Memory seat and mirrors (if equipped)This system allows automaticpositioning of the driver seat andoutside rearview mirrors, to twoprogrammable positi

Heated seats (if equipped)Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because ofadvanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury,medica

The head restraints can be movedup by pulling up on the headrestraint.Push release button to lower headrestraint.Folding down the 60/40 rear seatsNote

2nd row manual folding seatTo fold down the rear seat, pull upon the lever on the outboard side ofthe seat cushion and let theseatback rotate downward

Returning the 2nd row seatback to the upright positionBefore returning the seatback to its original position, make surethat cargo or any objects are n

Seat mounted armrest and cupholdersYour vehicle is equipped with a rearseat armrest. To fold the armrestdown, release the latch located onthe seatback

SAFETY RESTRAINTSPersonal Safety System™The Personal Safety System™ provides an improved overall level offrontal crash protection to front seat occupa

Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraintsThe dual-stage airbags offer the capability to tailor the level of airbaginflation energ

The front passenger sensing system can automatically turn off the frontpassenger airbag and passenger seat-mounted side airbag. The system isdesigned

position sensor, and front passenger sensing system. In addition, theRCM also monitors the restraints warning light in the instrument cluster.A diffic

Fuel gauge: Indicatesapproximately how much fuel is leftin the fuel tank (when the ignitionis in the ON position). The fuelgauge may vary slightly whe

Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety beltassembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue thatare designed to be used as

Energy Management Feature — Front Outboard• This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy managementfeature at the front seats to help further

• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is pulled out.• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a cl

The safety belt pretensioner tightens the safety belts firmly against theoccupant’s body at the start of the crash.The driver and front passenger safe

To adjust the comfort guide:1. Slip the shoulder belt into thebelt guide.2. Slide the guide up or down alongthe webbing so that the belt iscentered on

Safety belt maintenanceInspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they workproperly and are not damaged. Inspect the safety belts to ma

Conditions of operationIf... Then...The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignition switchis turned to the ON position...The safety belt wa

If... Then...The driver’s and frontpassenger’s safety belts arebuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the ONposition or less than 1-2minutes h

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

Reasons given... Consider...“I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to inflate

Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys.• With Mini Message centerTap on the TRIP/RESET stem totoggle the display betwe

The driver and front passenger Belt-Minder威 features can bedeactivated/activated by performing the following procedure:Before following the procedure,

AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)Important supplemental restraint system precautionsAirbags DO NOT inflate slowly orgently and the risk of in

Never place your arm over the airbag module as a deployingairbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries.Steps you can take to properly

Children and airbagsChildren must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rear

The airbags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After airbagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burnt

• a readiness light and tone• and the electrical wiring which connects the components• Side curtain airbag system. Refer to Safety Canopy™ system late

The front passenger sensing systemuses a ⬙passenger airbag off⬙ or⬙pass airbag off⬙ indicator which willilluminate and stay lit to remind youthat the

• If the indicator lamp remains lit even after this, the person should beadvised to ride in the rear seat.OccupantPass Airbag OffIndicator LampPasseng

ObjectsPass Airbag OffIndicator LampPassenger AirbagSmall (i.e. 3 ringbinder, small purse,bottled water)Unlit DisabledMedium (i.e. heavybriefcase, ful

In case there is a problem with thefront passenger sensing system, theairbag readiness light in theinstrument cluster will stay lit.If the airbag read

AUDIO SYSTEMSQuick start — How to get goingDriving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control,accident and injury. Ford strongly recommend

A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:• The readiness light (same lightfor front and side airbag system)will eithe

How does the side airbag system work?The design and development of the side airbag system includedrecommended testing procedures that were developed b

Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do nottouch them after inflation.If the side airbag hasdeployed, the airbag willnot functio

Safety Canopy™ systemDo not place objects ormount equipment on ornear the headliner at the siderailthat may come into contact with adeploying Safety C

How does the Safety Canopy™ system work?The design and development of theSafety Canopy™ system includedrecommended testing proceduresthat were develop

The Safety Canopy™ is mounted to roof side-rail sheet metal, behind theheadliner, along the entire side of the vehicle. In certain lateral collisionso

Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles (includingpretensioners)See your authorized dealer. Airbags MUST BE disposed of by qualifiedpersonnel

Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended inyour vehicle.Child booster seatsChildren outgrow a typical convertible or toddler seat

Types of booster seatsThere are two types of belt-positioning booster seats:• Those that are backless.If your backless booster seat has aremovable shi

Children and booster seats vary widely in size and shape. Choose abooster that keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never upacross the sto

Listening to satellite radio (if equipped)1. If the audio system is turned off,press VOL-PUSH to turn the radioon. Turn VOL-PUSH to adjust thevolume.N

SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDRENChild and infant or child safety seatsUse a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of thechild. Carefully fo

Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions includedwith the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not installand use the safety

2. Pull down on the shoulder beltand then grasp the shoulder beltand lap belt together.3. While holding the shoulder andlap belt portions together, ro

5. To put the retractor in theautomatic locking mode, grasp theshoulder portion of the belt and pulldownward until all of the belt ispulled out and a

Attaching child safety seats with tether strapsMost new forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap whichgoes over the back of the seat a

3. Locate the correct anchor behindthe gap cover for the selectedseating position.4. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown.If the tether strap i

Your vehicle has LATCH anchors for child seat installation at the seatingpositions marked with the child seat symbol.The anchors at the center of ther

If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments, do not tightenthe tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seat cushionwhe

NOTICE TO CROSSOVER VEHICLE OWNERSCrossover vehicles handle differentlythan passenger cars in the variousdriving conditions that areencountered on str

driving surfaces are relatively level, obstruction-free and otherwisesimilar to normal on-road driving conditions. Operating your vehicleunder other t

Locks and Security 126Keys 126Locks 128Anti-theft system 141Seating and Safety Restraints 145Seating 145Safety restraints 156Airbags 171Child restrain

For a single CD system, if a discis not already loaded, insert onlyone, label side up into the CD slot.LOADING CD and READING DISC will appear in the

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADINGTire Quality Grades apply to newpneumatic passenger car tires. TheQuality grades can be found whereappli

The traction grade assigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not includeacceleration, cornering, hydroplaning o

Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increasethe tire’s load carrying capability.• kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pr

Under-inflation is the most common cause of tire failures andmay result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or ⬙blowout⬙,with unexpected loss of

Note: If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire(s), checkand record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressurewhen yo

Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wearabnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, andreplace them

U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the s

When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should notexceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of thetire to set the beads without ad

• Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parkingIf your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., do not rapidlyspin the tires; sp

• Front Wheel Drive (FWD)/ AllWheel Drive vehicles (front tiresat top of diagram)Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires.

Press SHUFFLE to engage shufflemode. SHUFFLE ON will appear inthe display. If you wish to engageshuffle mode right away, press SEEK to begin random pl

Information on “P” type tiresP215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (

Note: You may not find this information on all tires because it is notrequired by federal law.Letter rating Speed rating - mph (km/h)M 81 mph (130 km/

12. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades• Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on thewear rate of the tire when tested u

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires“LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires;

Information on “T” type tires“T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below:T145/8

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) (IF EQUIPPED)Each tire, including the spare (ifprovided), should be checkedmonthly when cold and inflated tothe

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCCrules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing tw

When your temporary spare tire is installedWhen one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporary spare,the TPMS system will continue to

Low TirePressureWarning LightPossiblecauseCustomer Action RequiredFlashing WarningLightSpare tire inuseYour temporary spare tire is in use.Repair the

SNOW TIRES AND CHAINSSnow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating asthose originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel notrecom

AM/FM Single CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system(if equipped)Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control,accident and injury.

Vehicle Curb Weight – is the weight of your new vehicle when youpicked it up from your authorized dealer plus any aftermarketequipment.Payload – is th

Example only:Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowableweight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). Thesenumbers are shown on the S

GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle(GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer.GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)

2. Determine the combined weight of the driver and passengers that willbe riding in your vehicle.3. Subtract the combined weight of the driver and pas

1,400 - (2 x 220) - (9 x 100) = 1,400 - 440 - 900 = 60 lb. Now youhave the load capacity to transport the cement and your friend home.In metric units,

FWDGCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer WeightEngine MaximumGCWR-lb. (kg)Trailer weightrange-lb. (kg)(0-Maximum)Tongueload-lb. (kg)(0-Maximum)3

HitchesDo not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle’s bumper or attach to theaxle. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10%–15% of t

Trailer tow connector (equipped on vehicles with a Class II trailertow/prep package)The trailer tow connector is located under the rear bumper, on the

Trailer towing tips• Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip toget the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turni

In CATEGORY MODE, press / to scroll through the list ofavailable SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.). Refer toCategory Mode under Menu f

All Wheel Drive (AWD) vehicles:Tow your All Wheel Drive vehicle with all four wheels on the ground orwith all four wheels off the ground using a vehic

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. LOCK, locks the automatictransaxle gearshift lever and allowskey removal. This position also shutsthe engine and a

Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosedareas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage doorbefore you start the en

• Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park).3. Turn the key to 3 (RUN) withoutturning the key to 4 (START).Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. Se

Note: If the engine does not start on the first try, turn the key to LOCK,wait 10 seconds and try again. If the engine still fails to start, press the

Prior to using the engine block heater, follow these recommendations forproper and safe operation:• For your safety, use an outdoor extension cord tha

Depending on the type of factory installed equipment, your engine blockheater system may consume anywhere between 400 watts or 1000 wattsof energy per

ABS warning lampThe ABS lamp in the instrumentcluster momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition is turned on. Ifthe light does not illuminate duringsta

Push the parking brake pedaldownward again to release theparking brake. Driving with theparking brake on will cause thebrakes to wear out quickly andr

If the AdvanceTrac威 with RSC system is activated excessively in a shortperiod of time, the brake portion of the system will disable to allow thebrakes

• DELETE SONG: Press OK to delete a song from the system’smemory. Press/ to cycle through the saved songs. When thesong appears in the display that yo

Driving conditions that may activate AdvanceTrac威 with RSC include:• Emergency lane-change• Taking a turn too fast• Quick maneuvering to avoid an acci

Aggressive driving in any road conditions can cause you to losecontrol of your vehicle increasing the risk of severe personalinjury or property damage

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATIONBrake-shift interlockThis vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that preventsthe gearshift lever fr

If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lampremains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly.See your authorized deal

• Move the gearshift lever into the desired gearTo put your vehicle in P (Park):• Come to a complete stop• Move the gearshift lever and securely latch

• O/D OFF lamp in the instrumentcluster is illuminated.• To return to O/D (overdrive mode), press the transmission controlswitch. The O/D OFF lamp in

To help avoid personal injury, always use caution when in R(Reverse) and when using the RSS.This system is not designed to prevent contact with small

the driver to disable the system only when the ignition is ON and thegear selector is in R (Reverse). Refer to Message center in the DriverControls ch

Basic operating principles• Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steeringcharacteristics of your vehicle.• Be extremely caref

If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lampremains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly.See your authorized deal

To activate, press MENU repeatedly until RBDS (ON/OFF) appears inthe display. Use/ / SEEK to toggle RBDS ON/OFF. WhenRBDS is OFF, you will not be able

Do not drive your AWD vehicle in deep sand for an extended period oftime. This will cause the AWD system to overheat. If the rear tires stopspinning w

“Tread Lightly” is an educationalprogram designed to increase publicawareness of land-use regulationsand responsibilities in our nationswilderness are

Driving on snow and iceNote: Excessive tire slippage can cause transaxle damage.AWD vehicles have advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice butcan

DRIVING THROUGH WATERIf driving through deep or standingwater is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially when the depth isnot known. Never drive th

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCEGetting roadside assistanceTo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Companyoffers a complimentary roadside

Using roadside assistanceComplete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in yourwallet for quick reference. In the United States, th

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCHThis device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the enginewhen your vehicle has had a substantial jolt.After an

Standard fuse amperage rating and colorCOLORFuseratingMinifusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge2A Grey Grey — — —3A Violet V

The fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description1 30A Not used (Spare)2 15A Not used (Spare)

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description10 15A Backlighting, Puddle lamps11 10A All wheel drive12 7.5A Power mirror

TRACK/FOLDER MODE: Available only on MP3 discs in CD mode.In track mode, pressSEEK, SEEK to scroll through all tracks onthe discIn folder mode, pressS

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description37 10A Climate control38 20A Subwoofer/Amp (Audiophileradio)39 20A Radio40

The high-current fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription1 — Not used2 — Blower motor relay3 — Not

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription15 40A** ABS pump motor16 30A** Front heated seats17 20A** Cigar lighter/Power point1

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription44 10A* Backup lamps45 — Not used46 10A* Trailer tow right stop/turn lamp47 — Trailer

CHANGING THE TIRESIf you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel

When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above, do not:• Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h)• Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load ratin

When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel additionalcaution should be given to:• Towing a trailer• Driving vehicles equipped with a

Tire change procedureWhen one of the front wheels is off the ground, the transaxlealone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off theja

3. Align the slot on top of the jackwith the sheet metal flangeindicated by the jack locator trianglenext to the tire you are changing.Turn the jack h

2. Place the jack assembly in the spare tire well aligning it with the twovertical studs.3. Place the tire in the spare tire well over the jack assemb

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press SEEK, SEEK toseek to the previous/next channel. If a specific category is selected,(Jazz, Rock, News, etc

Note: Inspect the wheel pilot holeprior to installation. If there isvisible corrosion in wheel pilot hole,remove loose particles by wipingwith clean r

4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion beforeyou attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level.5. Tu

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery.4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an ex

Jump starting1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine atmoderately increased speed.2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.3.

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery.4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, y

If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicledamage may occur.In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without access

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDAt homeYou must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized dealer for warrantyrepairs. While any authorized dealer handling

In Canada:Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E41-800-565-3673 (FORD)www.ford.caIf yo

Additional AssistanceIf you still have a complaint involving a warranty dispute, you may wish tocontact the Better Business Bureau (BBB) AUTO LINE pro

9. FOLDER: In folder mode,pressFOLDER to access theprevious folder on MP3 discs, ifavailable.10. FF (Fast forward): Press FFto manually advance in a C

THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM(U.S. ONLY)Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer.Experience has sh

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY)For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those caseswhere you continue to fee

If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at thetime of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since thisinformatio

ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURETo order the publications in this portfolio, contact Helm, Incorporated at:HELM, INCORPORATEDP.O. Box 07150Detro

To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov;or write to:

WASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is

WAXING• Wash the vehicle first.• Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft PremiumLiquid Wax (ZC-53-A), which is available from your aut

ENGINEEngines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing:• Take care when

WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADESThe windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should becleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, sub

INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENSClean the instrument panel, interior trim areas and cluster lens with aclean and damp white cotton clot

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and hold to hear a briefsampling of the next channels. Press again to stop. In CATEGORYMODE, press SCAN t

INTERIORFor fabric, carpets, cloth seats and safety belts:• Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner.• Remove light stains and soil with Motor

FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTSYour Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many qualityproducts available to clean your vehicle and

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenanceinformation which makes tracking routine service easy.If your

OPENING THE HOOD1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom of the instrument panel nearthe steering column.2. Go to th

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT3.5L V6 engine1. Engine coolant reservoir2. Power steering fluid reservoir3. Brake fluid reservoir4. B

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDAdd fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely.Only use a washer

Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and thewindshield, refer to Windows and wiper blades in the Cleaningchapter.To prolong

3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P(Park).4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.5. Locate and car

• 3.5L V6 engine• If required, add engine oil to the engine. Refer to Adding engine oilin this chapter.• Do not overfill the enginewith oil. Oil level

Engine oil and filter recommendationsLook for this certificationtrademark.Use SAE 5W-20 engine oilOnly use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by th

Customer Assistance 277Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 283Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 284Cleaning 285Maintenance and Specifications 29

Audiophile AM/FM in-dash six CD/MP3 satellite compatible soundsystem (if equipped)Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control,accid

BATTERYYour vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice.If

Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuricacid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyeswhen working near

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recyclin

• Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service intervalschedules.• Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing yourvehicle in

• A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added, in caseof emergency, to reach a vehicle service location. In this instance, thecooling

6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed. Cap must be tightlyinstalled to prevent coolant loss.After any coolant has been added, check the coo

• Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure thecoolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequatefreeze protection at the tempera

Continued operation will increase the engine temperature:• The engine will completely shut down.• Steering and braking effort will increase.Once the e

The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap isventing vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stopsbefore completely rem

• Be particularly careful if you are taking “Antabuse” or other forms ofdisulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism. Breathing gasoline vapors,or skin

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press / to tune to thenext/previous channel.In CATEGORY MODE, press/ to scroll through the list ofavailable SIR

Fuel Filler CapYour fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1/4 turn on/offfeature.When fueling your vehicle:1. Turn the engine off.2. Caref

If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive vacuum inthe fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel capto disengage in a colli

Fuel qualityIf you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveabilityproblems, try a different brand of unleaded gasoline. “Premium”unle

ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMYMeasuring techniquesYour best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, thedriver. You must gather inform

2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (ingallons or liters).3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tan

• Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fueleconomy.• Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving.Maintenance• Keep tires

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMYour vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and acatalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to co

Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. Bylaw, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services,sells, leases, tr

Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testingSome state/provincial and local governments may haveInspection/Maintenance (I/M) programs to inspect

POWER STEERING FLUIDCheck the power steering fluid. Refer to the scheduled maintenanceinformation for the service interval schedules.1. Start the engi

• DELETE SONG: Press OK to delete a song from the system’smemory. Press/ to cycle through the saved songs. When thesong appears in the display that yo

TRANSAXLE FLUIDChecking automatic transaxle fluidRefer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduledintervals for fluid checks and changes.Y

The transmission fluid should bewithin the cross-hatch area if atnormal operating temperature 149°F(65°C).High fluid levelFluid levels above the safe

To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burninjuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removedand do not remove it while the

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent 3.5L V6 EngineEngine air filter element FA-1884Battery BXT-36R (540 CCA– Standard) orBXT-36R (600 CCA–With trailertow

MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIESItem Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /Ford specificationBrake fluidBetween MIN andMAX on rese

Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /Ford specificationAutomatictransmission fluid10.0 quarts (9.5L)3Motorcraft MERCON威 VATF4XT-5-QM /MERCON威

ENGINE DATAEngine 3.5L-DOHC V6 engineDisplacement 3.5LRequired fuel 87 octaneFiring order 1–4–2–5–3–6Spark plug gap (0.052–0.056 inch) 1.32–1.42 mmIgn

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLESafety Compliance Certification LabelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Safety Compli

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation:1. World manufacturer identifier2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Ford or Ford of

RBDS: Available only in FM mode. This feature allows you to searchRBDS-equipped stations for a certain category of music format:CLASSIC, COUNTRY, INFO

Peace of mindMobile-Ease™ hands-free communication systemTripTunes™ advanced portable audio solutionRemote startVehicle security systemsWheel locksFor

AAccessory delay ...97AdvanceTrac ...238Air cleaner filter ...321–323Air conditioning ..

instrument panel ...289interior ...290plastic parts ...287safety belts ...

dipstick ...296filter, specifications ...299, 323recommendations ...299refill capacities ...

JJack ...264positioning ...264storage ...264Jum

Power point ...94Power steering ...241fluid, checking and adding ...319fluid, refill capacity ..

TTilt steering wheel ...92Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem (TPMS)Tires, Wheels and Loading ...215Tires ...20

Track/Folder mode: Available only on MP3 discs in CD mode.In track mode, pressSEEK, SEEK to scroll through all tracks onthe discIn folder mode, pressS

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press SEEK, SEEK toseek to the previous/next channel. If a specific category is selected,(Jazz, Rock, News, etc

10. FF (Fast forward): Press FFto manually advance in a CD/MP311. REW (Rewind): Press REW tomanually reverse in a CD/MP3 track.12. Memory presets: To

14. AM/FM: Press to selectAM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.15. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turnON/OFF. Turn to increase/decreasevolume.Note:If the volume is set

To auto eject up to 6 CDs, press and hold until the system beginsejecting all loaded discs. If the discs are not removed, the system willreload the di

4. Turn the radio on, using either a tuned FM station or a CD loaded intothe system. Adjust the volume to a comfortable listening level.5. Turn the po

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known toth

Your vehicle may be equipped with aUSB port inside your center console.This feature allows you to plug inmedia playing devices, memorysticks, and also

• Wipe discs from the center out.Don’t:• Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periodsof time.• Clean using a circular motion.C

MP3 track and folder structureYour MP3 system recognizes MP3 individual tracks and folder structureas follows:•There are two different modes for MP3 d

Satellite radio information (if equipped)Satellite radio channels: SIRIUS broadcasts a variety of music, news,sports, weather, traffic and entertainme

Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN): This 12–digitSatellite Serial Number is needed to activate, modify or track yoursatellite radio accoun

Radio Display Condition Action RequiredNO TEXT Song title informationnot available.Song title informationnot available at thistime on this channel.The

Your vehicle may be equipped with a Family Entertainment System(FES) which allows you to listen to audio CDs, MP3 discs, watch DVDsand to plug in and

Press the power button to turn thesystem OFF. The indicator light willturn off indicating the system is off.Note: The audio from the DVD system will p

3. The disc will begin to play andthe ’MP3 Audio Disc’ screen willdisplay and allow you to access theCOMPRESSION, SHUFFLE, SCANand FOLDER MODE feature

To listen to audio over the headphones (Dual play mode):1. You may listen to channels A and B over wired or wirelessheadphones. Refer to Using the inf

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTIONWarning symbols in this guideHow can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? Inthis guide, answ

2. Adjust the volume levels usingthe volume controls on the DVDsystem.To adjust display brightness:To decrease/increase the brightnesslevel on the dis

Note: Headphone A can access any possible media (AM, FM1, FM2, SAT(if equipped), CD, DVD, DVD-AUX). Headphone B can only access DVDand DVD-AUX.For fur

8. Infrared (IR) Receiver & Transmitter: System sensor which readsthe signals from the remote control and sends audio signals to theinfrared (IR)

14. MENU: When playing a DVD,press MENU once to enter the DVDdisc menu (if available) and presstwice to enter the system set-up menu. From the set-up

1. Power control: Press to turn the FES (Family EntertainmentSystem) ON/OFF.2. Cursor controls: Use in various active menus to advance the cursorup/do

8. Fast Forward/Next: In DVD mode, press and hold for a quickadvance within the DVD. Press and release to advance to the nextchapter. In CD/MP3 mode,

Battery replacementBatteries are supplied with the remote control unit. Since all batterieshave a limited shelf life, replace them when the unit fails

HeadphonesWireless headphonesThe driver should never use the headphones while driving thevehicle. Using headphones may prevent the driver from hearing

To install the batteries, remove the screw at the bottom of the cover.Then, lightly press down on top and slide the cover off.When replacing the batte

To operate the headphones:• Press POWER on the ear piece to turn on the headphones. A redindicator light will illuminate indicating the headphones are

Special instructionsFor your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols.Please read the section Airbag supplemental re

Wired headphonesDo not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not letchildren operate the system while unsupervised. If wiredheadphones or au

Single Play: Single play consists of all occupants in the vehicle listeningto the same playing media over the front and rear speakers. When theDVD sys

Operation with an aftermarket audio system (Headphone onlymode)When the Family Entertainment System (FES) detects that the originalradio supplied by F

This is disc dependent — someDVD discs may have more viewingangles to select from. Once youhave made your selection, pressENTER to confirm. The system

Once you have made your selection,press ENTER to confirm. Thesystem default is English.SubtitlesSelect SUBTITLES to turn thesubtitle option on or off.

4. The track and elapsed time willappear in the status bar. Use theDVD cursor controls on the bezel tohighlight which track you would liketo play. You

MP3 disc quality factorsSeveral factors can effect disc playback quality:• Disc capacity — Each disc contains about 650 MB of storage capacity.We do n

• Do not disassemble the player. The laser used in disc playback isextremely harmful to the eyes.The FES DVD system is designed to play commercially p

Press to adjust volume levels.Slow play1. With a DVD playing, press pause.2. Press and hold the reverse oradvance button to enter into slowplay mode.

On the left side of the system is theHeadphone A input jack. Thisheadphone will listen to the mediaselected on the Channel A source.When you need to m

To access this information, special equipment must be directly connectedto the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada donot access e

Audio interactionYou can then also use the front audio controls to advance, reverse, playand pause a DVD. While a DVD is playing you may use the follo

General informationNote: DVDs are formatted byregions. US and Canada systems canonly play region 1 DVDs and Mexicosystems can only play region 4DVDs.

Do not attempt to service, repair or modify the Family EntertainmentSystem (FES). See your dealer.Do not insert foreign objects into the DVD compartme

Federal Communication Commission (FCC) ComplianceChanges or modifications not approved by Ford Lincoln-Mercury could voiduser’s authority to operate t

onto the media controls or into the system. If liquid is accidentallyspilled onto the system, immediately turn the system OFF and consult aqualified s

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED)1. Temperature selection:Controls the temperature of theairflow in the vehicle.2. Air flow sele

5. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use withrecirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engagesautomatically in

DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DATC) SYSTEMWITH HEATED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius,refer

6. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactive air recirculation inthe vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed tocool down the

14. EXT: Press to display outside temperature. Press again to displaycabin temperature settings. Note: Exterior readings are more accuratewhen the veh

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Airbag - FrontAirbag

Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as theseobjects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.REAR WINDOW DEFROSTERRThe rea

HEADLAMP CONTROLRotate the headlamp control to thefirst positionto turn on theparking lamps. Rotate to the secondpositionto turn on theheadlamps.Autol

Fog lamp control (if equipped)The headlamp control also operatesthe fog lamps. The fog lamps can beturned on when the headlampcontrol is in the, orpos

Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or duringinclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) systemdoes not activate the tail lamps an

• (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters)• (2) Center height of lamp toground• (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters)• (4) Horizontal reference line2. Measure the height of thehead

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL• Push down to activate the leftturn signal.• Push up to activate the right turnsignal.INTERIOR LAMPSFront row map lamps (if equipp

Rear courtesy lampLocated in the rear cargo area, thecourtesy lamp lights when:• any door is opened.• any of the remote entry controlsare pressed and

Function Number of bulbsTradenumberMap lamp 2 W5WSecond row dome/readinglamp3 578Rear courtesy lamp 1 W5WVisor vanity lamp - Slideon Rail system (SOR)

5. Disconnect the electricalconnector from the bulb.6. Connect the electrical connectoron the bulb.Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep o

Replacing tail/stop/turn/sidemarker/backup lamp bulbsThe tail/stop/turn/sidemarker/backup lamp bulbs are located in the sameportion of the tail lamp a

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleasePanic Alarm Engine Oi

4. Pull bulb straight out of socketand push in the new bulb.5. Install the bulb socket into thelamp assembly and rotate clockwise.6. To install, caref

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease the

Rear window wiper/washer controlsFor rear wiper operation, rotate therear window wiper and washercontrol to the desired position.Select:2 — Normal spe

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)Lift the mirror cover to turn on thevisor mirror lamp.Slide on rod featureThe visor will slide back and forthon

CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. Theseinclude:1. Cupholders2. Tissue box holder (located o

To have full capacity usage of your power point, the engine is required tobe running to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery. To preventthe ba

POWER WINDOWSDo not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not letchildren play with the power windows. They may seriously injurethemselves.W

Window lockThe window lock feature allows onlythe driver to operate the powerwindows.To lock out all the window controls(except for the driver’s) pres

With voice activated NavigationSystem or SYNCThe mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever thevehicle is placed in R (Reverse) to

Fold-away mirrorsPull the side mirrors in carefullywhen driving through a narrowspace, like an automatic car wash.Heated outside mirrors(if equipped)B