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Introduction

Instrument Cluster

Warning and control lights Gauges

Entertainment Systems

AM/FM stereo cassette with CD AM/FM stereo cassette AM/FM stereo CD changer

Climate Controls

Manual heating and air conditioning Electronic automatic temperature control

Lights

Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls

Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Message center

Locks and Security

Keys Locks Anti-theft system

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Seating and Safety Restraints

Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints

Driving

Starting Brakes Traction control Air suspension Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing

Roadside Emergencies

Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing

Customer Assistance

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only)

Cleaning

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Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Fuel information Air filter(s) Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications

Accessories

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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 Ford. 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 Australia: www.ford.com.au • In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx Additional owner information is given in separate publications. This Owner’s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available. Remember to pass on the Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.

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

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

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SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guide

How can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed.

Warning symbols on your vehicle

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

Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol.

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. Try not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1,600 km (1,000 miles) of new vehicle operation. Vary your speed to allow parts to adjust themselves to other parts. Drive your new vehicle at least 800 km (500 miles) before towing a trailer. Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils during the first few thousand kilometers (miles) of operation, since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and specifications chapter for more information on oil usage.

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SPECIAL NOTICES

Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-Bumper Coverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 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. Data Recording Computers in your vehicle are capable of recording detailed data potentially including but not limited to information such as: • the use of restraint systems including seat belts by the driver and • information about the performance of various systems and modules in • information related to engine, throttle, steering, brake or other system

the vehicle, and

passengers,

status.

Any of this information could potentially include information regarding how the driver operates the vehicle potentially including but not limited to information regarding vehicle speed, brake or accelerator application or steering input. This information may be stored during regular operation or in a crash or near crash event. This stored information may be read out and used by: • Ford Motor Company. • service and repair facilities. • law enforcement or government agencies. • others who may assert a right or obtain your consent to know such

information.

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

Please read the section Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury.

Front seat mounted rear facing child or infant seats should NEVER be used in front of a passenger side air bag unless the

air bag can be and is turned OFF.

Notice to owners of natural gas fueled vehicles Before you drive your vehicle, be sure to read the Dedicated Natural Gas Vehicle supplement. This book contains important operation and maintenance information.

Notice to owners of Severe Duty vehicles Before you drive your vehicle, be sure to read the “Severe Duty Owner’s Guide Supplement.” This book contains important operation and maintenance information.

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.

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

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert

See Owner’s Guide

Fasten Safety Belt

Air Bag-Front

Air Bag-Side

Child Seat

Child Seat Installation Warning

Child Seat Tether Anchor

Anti-Lock Brake System

Child Seat Lower Anchor

Brake System

Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based

Traction Control

AdvanceTrac娂

Master Lighting Switch

Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front

Fuse Compartment

Fuel Pump Reset

Windshield Wash/Wipe

Windshield Defrost/Demist

Rear Window Defrost/Demist

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Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Power Windows Front/Rear

Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock

Power Window Lockout

Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol

Panic Alarm

Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Engine Coolant Temperature

Do Not Open When Hot

Battery

Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks

Battery Acid

Explosive Gas

Fan Warning

Power Steering Fluid

Maintain Correct Fluid Level

MAX MIN

Emission System

Engine Air Filter

Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Jack

Check fuel cap

Low tire warning

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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 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. Standard instrument cluster

Optional instrument cluster

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.

CHECK ENGINE

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Light remains on: Temporary malfunctions may cause your light to illuminate. Examples are: 1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. 2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel. 3. 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. 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.

CHECK FUEL CAP

Check fuel cap Illuminates when the fuel cap is not installed correctly. Check the fuel cap for proper installation. When the fuel filler cap is properly re-installed, the light(s) will turn off after a period of normal driving. Continuing to operate the vehicle with the check fuel cap light on, or a mis-installed fuel cap can activate the Service Engine Soon/Check Engine warning light. It may take a long period of time for the system to detect an improperly installed fuel filler cap. For more information, refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and specifications chapter.

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Brake system warning • Standard instrument cluster

BRAKE

• Optional instrument cluster 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.

ABS

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.

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AIR BAG

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 or 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 (if equipped) 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.

Traction Control姟 AdvancTrac active (if equipped) Illuminates when the Traction Control娂 system is active. It will be lit for a minimum of four seconds or for the duration of the Traction Control娂 event. For more information, refer to the Driving chapter.

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Air suspension (if equipped) • Standard instrument cluster

• Optional instrument cluster Illuminates when the air suspension switch is turned OFF, the load limit is exceeded or the air suspension system requires servicing.

Low fuel (if equipped) Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at, or near empty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter for more information).

O/D off • Standard instrument cluster

AIR SUSP

CHECK

AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF

DOOR AJAR

LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR

km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km

LOW FUEL

O/D OFF

CHECK

• Optional instrument cluster Illuminates when the overdrive function has been turned OFF using the transmission control switch (TCS). If the light does not come on or the light flashes steadily, have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, damage to the transmission could occur.

LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR

AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF

DOOR AJAR

km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km

Turn signals 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.

Message center indicator lights (if equipped)

Speed control This light comes on when either the SPEED CONTROL SET/ACCEL or RESUME controls are pressed. It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed, the brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position. Door ajar Illuminates when one of the doors is not completely shut and the ignition is turned to ON. With the ignition ON, this light will flash six times (if a door is open). With the ignition in RUN position, a tone will sound for one second (if a door is open).

LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR

km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km

AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF

DOOR AJAR

CHECK

Low washer fluid Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON and will stay on when the windshield washer fluid is low.

Trunk ajar If the trunk is not completely closed, this light comes on when you turn the ignition to ON. With the ignition ON, this light will flash five times and sound a tone for one second, then the light remains on (if the trunk is open).

CHECK

AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF

DOOR AJAR

LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR

km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km

CHECK

AIR SUSPENSION OVERDRIVE OFF

DOOR AJAR

LOW WASHER FLUID TRUNK AJAR

km MILES /GAL LTR/100 km

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Safety belt warning chime Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts.

BeltMinder姟 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.

Key-in-ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition and the driver’s door is opened.

GAUGES

Standard instrument cluster gauges

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Instrument Cluster

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 it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the ignition and let it 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. • Standard instrument cluster

TEMP

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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. If the gauge enters the red section, the engine coolant and Check Engine/Service Engine Soon indicators illuminate, refer to What you should know about fail-safe cooling in the Maintenance and specifications chapter.

Engine oil pressure gauge (if equipped) Indicates engine oil pressure. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (the area between the “L” and “H”); if the needle goes below the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately. Check the oil level. Add oil if needed (refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and specifications chapter). If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician.

OIL

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Battery voltage gauge (if equipped) Indicates battery voltage. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range (as indicated), have the vehicle’s electrical system checked as soon as possible.

Instrument Cluster

VOLTS

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 empty indication, the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel. • Standard instrument cluster

FUEL

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• Optional instrument cluster A minimum of four gallons must be added or removed from the fuel tank in order for the gauge to instantaneously update. If less than four gallons is added, the gauge will take between five to ten minutes to update.

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Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. • Standard instrument cluster

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Instrument Cluster

km km/h MPH

Refer to Electronic Message Center in the Driver controls chapter for information on how to switch the display from metric to English measurements.

Trip odometer Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. To reset, depress the control.

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Refer to Electronic Message Center in the Driver controls chapter for Trip A and Trip B features on the optional instrument cluster.

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Entertainment Systems

PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD

11. Scan control 12. Seek control 13. Tune control 14. AM/FM/CD control 15. Phone/mute control 16. Power/volume control 17. Tape control 18. CD door 19. Cassette door

1. Tape eject control 2. CD eject control 3. Bass/treble control 4. Balance/fade control 5. Compression/shuffle control 6. Select control 7. Side direction/Dolby control 8. Rewind/fast forward control 9. RDS or RDS/DSP control 10. Autoset control 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.

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Turn control to raise or lower 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.

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.

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

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to increase the treble output.

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

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Press the BAL control then press: • •

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

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

front and

to shift the sound to the rear.

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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.

to find the next

listenable station up the frequency band.

• Press

to listen to the previous selection on the tape. to listen to the next selection on the tape.

Seek function in tape mode • Press • Press Seek function in CD mode • Press • Press

track of the current disc.

to seek forward to the

to seek to the previous

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

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Scan function The scan function works in radio, tape 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 control again to stop the scan mode. 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 mode 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.

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.

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).

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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.

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.

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.

Setting the clock with radio data system (RDS) feature Press the RDS control until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is displayed.

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Use the SEL control to manually set the time. •

to decrease hours/minutes

and

•

to increase hours/minutes.

Tune adjust The tune control works in radio 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.

Tape/CD select • To begin tape play (with a tape loaded into the audio system) while in the radio or CD mode, press the TAPE control. Press the button during rewind or fast forward to stop the rewind or fast forward function.

• To begin CD play (if CD is

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.

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.

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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.

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.

control to activate (and deactivate) the Dolby威 noise

Dolby姞 noise reduction Dolby威 noise reduction operates in tape mode. Dolby威 noise reduction reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback. Press the reduction. Dolby威 noise reduction is manufactured under license from Dolby威 Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “Dolby威” 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.

are registered trademarks of Dolby威 Laboratories Licensing

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Radio data system (RDS) feature This feature allows your audio system to receive station identification or program type from RDS-equipped FM radio stations. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) recommend that FM radio broadcasters use RDS technology to transmit information. FM radio stations are independently operated and individually elect to use RDS technology to transmit station ID and program type as desired. Press the RDS control until RDS ON or RDS OFF appears in the display. Use the SEL control to enable (ON) or disable (OFF) the feature. With the RDS activated, press the SEL control to scroll through the following selections: Traffic • Press the RDS control until

TRAFFIC is displayed.

• Use the SEL control to select ON or OFF. With the feature on, use the SEEK or SCAN control to find a radio station broadcasting a traffic report (if it is broadcasting RDS data).

This feature also allows you to control the volume of traffic announcements. With the display reading TRAFFIC ON, adjust the volume (using the volume control) to the desired level. The volume level will show at the bottom of the display. Interrupting traffic announcements will be at the selected volume level. Traffic information is not available in most U.S. markets. Program type • Press the RDS control until the FIND program type is displayed.

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Entertainment Systems • Use the SEL control to select the

program type. With the feature on, use the SEEK or SCAN control to find the desired program type from the following selections:

• Classic • Country • Info • Jazz • Oldies Show • With RDS activated, press the

RDS control until SHOW is displayed.

• Use the SEL control to select TYPE (the display shows the program type), NAME (the display shows the call letters of the station) or NONE.

• R & B • Religious • Rock • Soft • Top 40

Shuffle feature The shuffle feature operates in CD mode and plays all tracks in random order. Press the SHUFFLE control to start this feature. Random order play will continue until the SHUFFLE control is pressed again.

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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AM/FM STEREO CASSETTE

VOL - PUSH ON

AM

FM

BASS

TREB

FM1

ST

SEEK

TUNE

SCAN

EJ

BAL

FADE

CLK

TAPE AMS

SIDE REW

1 - 2
FF

Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off.

VOL - PUSH ON

Turn the control to raise or lower volume.

VOL - PUSH ON

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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TREB

BAL

Entertainment Systems

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

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

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

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

Seek function The seek function control works in radio mode. Seek function in radio mode • Press

to find the next listenable station down the frequency band.

• Press

to find the next

listenable station up the frequency band.

Scan function The scan function works in radio mode.

FADE

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.

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

AM

FM

AM/FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press the AM control to select from AM selections, and press the FM control to select from FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations. AM/FM select in tape mode Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play.

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 or the 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.

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Setting the clock Press CLK to toggle between listening frequencies and clock mode while in radio mode. To set the hour, press and hold the CLK control and press the SEEK control:

• •

to decrease hours and to increase hours.

To set the minute, press and hold the CLK control and press the TUNE control:

• •

to decrease minutes and to increase minutes.

CLK

TAPE AMS

SEEK

TUNE

CLK

TAPE AMS

SEEK

TUNE

The CLK control will allow you to switch between media display mode (radio station, stereo information, etc.) and clock display mode (time). When in clock mode, the media information will display for 10 seconds, when the radio is turned on, and then revert to clock information. Any time that the media is changed, (new radio station, etc.), the media information will again display for 10 seconds before reverting back to the clock. In media mode, the media information will always be displayed.

Tune adjust The tune control works in radio mode.

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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.

Tape select • To enter tape mode while in radio

mode, press the TAPE AMS control.

CLK

TAPE AMS

CLK

Automatic Music Search The Automatic Music Search feature allows you to quickly locate the beginning of the tape selection being played or to skip to the next selection. To activate the feature, momentarily depress the TAPE AMS button. Then, press either REW (for the beginning of the current selection) or FF (to advance to the next selection). The tape deck stops and returns to play mode when the AMS circuit senses a blank section on the tape. In order to ensure proper operation of the AMS feature, the tape MUST have a blank section of at least four seconds duration between programs.

TAPE AMS

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Rewind The rewind control works in tape mode. To rewind in tape mode, press the REW control.

SIDE REW

1 - 2
FF

Fast forward The fast forward control works in tape mode. To fast forward in tape mode, press the FF control. In the tape mode, tape direction will automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached.

SIDE 1 - 2
REW FF

Tape direction select Press SIDE and 1–2 at the same time to play the alternate side of a tape.

Eject function Press the control to stop and eject a tape.

SIDE REW

1 - 2
FF

EJ

Dolby姞 noise reduction Dolby威 noise reduction operates only in tape mode. Dolby威 noise reduction reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback. Press the reduction. Dolby威 noise reduction is manufactured under license from Dolby威 Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “Dolby威” and the double-D symbol are registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

control to activate (and deactivate) Dolby威 noise

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AM/FM STEREO

VOL PUSH ON

TONE

CLK

TONE VOL

ST DX FM

12

SEEK

TUNE

AM/FM

Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off.

Turn the control to raise or lower volume.

VOL PUSH ON

VOL PUSH ON

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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Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bass output. Press the TONE control once, then use the volume knob to adjust the desired level.

Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output. Press the TONE control twice, then use the volume knob to adjust the desired level.

Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers. Press the TONE control three times, then use the volume knob to adjust the desired level.

Speaker fade adjust (if equipped) Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers. Press the TONE control four times, then use the volume knob to adjust the desired level.

TONE

CLK

TONE

CLK

TONE

CLK

TONE

CLK

Seek function The seek function control works in radio mode.

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VOL PUSH ON

VOL PUSH ON

VOL PUSH ON

VOL PUSH ON

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Seek function in radio mode • Press

to find the next listenable station down the frequency band.

• Press

to find the next

listenable station up the frequency band.

AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works in radio mode.

SEEK

TUNE

AM/FM

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.

Radio station memory preset

The radio is equipped with four station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to four preset AM stations and eight FM stations (four in FM1 and four 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 on the control you selected.

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Setting the clock Press CLK to toggle between listening frequencies and clock mode. To set the hour, press and hold the CLK control until CLOCK SET appears in the display and press the SEEK control: • •

to decrease hours and to increase hours.

To set the minute, press and hold the CLK control until CLOCK SET appears in the display and press the TUNE control:

TONE

CLK

TONE

CLK

to decrease minutes and to increase minutes.

• • The CLK control will allow you to switch between media display mode (radio station, stereo information, etc.) and clock display mode (time). When in clock mode, the media information will display for ten seconds, when the radio is turned on, and then revert to clock information. Any time that the media is changed, (new radio station, etc.), the media information will again display for ten seconds before reverting back to the clock. In media mode, the media information will always be displayed.

Tune adjust The tune control works in radio mode.

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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.

SEEK

TUNE

• Press

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

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

CD CHANGER (IF EQUIPPED) The CD changer is located in one of the following locations: • in the trunk • in the center console • under the driver’s seat 1. Slide the door to access the CD changer magazine.

2. Press

to eject the magazine.

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3. Turn the magazine (A) over. 4. Using the disc holder release knob (C), pull the disc holder (B) out of the magazine.

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If you pull too hard on the disc holder, the disc holder may come completely out of the magazine. If this happens, reinsert the disc holder back into the magazine while pressing on the lever (A). 5. Line up the CD with the groove of the disc holder. Ensure that the label on the CD faces downwards. 6. Press in on the disc holder until it locks securely into the magazine. If the disc holders are not fully locked into the magazine, the unit will not operate.

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Ensure that the disc holder is evenly inserted and at the same level as the magazine (A). The unit will not operate if the disc holder is not inserted at the same level (B).

Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs in the changer. The magazine may be stored in the glove box when not being used. The CD magazine may be inserted or ejected with the radio power off. ONLY use the magazine supplied with the CD changer, other types will damage the unit. Keep the CD changer door closed. Coins and foreign objects will damage the CD player and void your audio system warranty.

TROUBLESHOOTING THE CD CHANGER (IF EQUIPPED)

The laser beam used in the compact disc player is harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to disassemble the case.

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 your changer does not work, it may be that: • A disc is already loaded where you want to insert a disc. • The disc is inserted with the label surface downward. • The disc is dusty or defective. • The player’s internal temperature is above 60°C (140°F). Allow the • A disc with format and dimensions not within industry standards is

player to cool down before operating.

inserted.

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.

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CD AND CD CHANGER CARE • Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface. • Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended • Do not insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer

periods of time.

magazine.

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.

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.

CASSETTE AND CASSETTE PLAYER CARE • Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less. • Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight, high humidity, extreme heat or

extreme cold. Allow tapes that may have been exposed to extreme temperatures to reach a moderate temperature before playing. • Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the hole • Remove loose labels before inserting tapes. • Do not leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not

and turning the hub.

being played.

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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.

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.

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Climate Controls

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM