2002 Ford F 250 Owners Manual

Introduction

Instrument Cluster

Warning and control lights Gauges

Entertainment Systems

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

Climate Controls

Heater only Manual heating and air conditioning

Lights

Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls

Windshield wiper/washer control Power windows Mirrors Speed control Message center

Locks and Security

Keys Locks Anti-theft system

Seating and Safety Restraints

Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints

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Driving

Starting Brakes Transmission operation Trailer towing

Roadside Emergencies

Getting roadside assistance Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing

Customer Assistance

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only)

Cleaning

Maintenance and Specifications

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

Accessories

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CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

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

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

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

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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.

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

Please read the section Air bag in the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and

instructions could result in personal injury.

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

air bag can be and is turned OFF.

Notice to owners of diesel-powered vehicles Read the 7.3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement for information regarding correct operation and maintenance of your diesel-powered light truck.

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Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles

Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.

Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Guide carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury or death. Be sure to read Driving off road in the Driving chapter.

Using your vehicle with a snowplow For more information and guidelines for using your vehicle with a snowplow, refer to the Driving chapter.

Using your vehicle as an ambulance If your light truck is equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package, it may be utilized as an ambulance. Ford urges ambulance manufacturers to follow the recommendations of the Ford Incomplete Vehicle Manual, Ford Truck Body Builder’s Layout Book and the QVM guidelines as well as pertinent supplements. For additional information, please contact the Truck Body Builders Advisory Service 1–877–840–4338. Use of your Ford light truck as an ambulance, without the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package voids the Ford New Vehicle Limited Warranty and may void the Emissions Warranties. In addition, ambulance usage without the preparation package could cause high underbody temperatures, overpressurized fuel and a risk of spraying fuel which could lead to fires.

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If your vehicle is equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package, it will be indicated on the Certification label. The label is located on the driver’s side door pillar or on the rear edge of the driver’s door. You can determine whether the ambulance manufacturer followed Ford’s recommendations by directly contacting that manufacturer. Ford Ambulance Preparation Package is only available on certain 7.3L Diesel engine equipped vehicles.

Notice to owners with vehicles equipped with Power Take Off (PTO) capability Refer to the Driving chapter for more information and guidelines for operating vehicles equipped with PTO.

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

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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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. Service engine soon: If this light illuminates while driving, it is a possible indication that one of the engine’s emission control systems has failed. Check fuel cap (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properly installed. Continued driving with this light on may cause the Service engine soon warning light to come on. Check gage: Illuminates when any of the following conditions has occurred: • The engine coolant temperature • The engine oil pressure is low. • The fuel gauge is at, or near empty.

CHECK GAGE

is high.

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Brake system warning light: Illuminates if the parking brake is engaged or to indicate low brake fluid level. 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 the START position, the light will momentarily illuminate prior to reaching the START position). Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have the system serviced immediately. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated. Air bag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned to ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt.

ABS

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

Check air suspension (if equipped): Illuminates when the air suspension switch is turned OFF, the load limit is exceeded or the air suspension requires servicing. Low fuel: Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at, or near empty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter).

CHECK SUSP

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Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is activated. Turns off when the speed control system is deactivated.

Transmission control indicator light (TCIL): Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has been turned off, refer to the Driving chapter. If the light flashes steadily, have the system serviced immediately. Four wheel drive low LOW (if equipped): Illuminates when RANGE four-wheel drive low is engaged.

OVERDRIVE

Four wheel drive indicator (if equipped): Illuminates when four-wheel drive is engaged. Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position and any door is open.

4x4

Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.

Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and the driver’s door is opened. Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (and the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.

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GAUGES

Instrument Cluster

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.

Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between “H” and “C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.

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

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

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Instrument Cluster

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

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

Battery voltage gauge (manual transmission only): Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range (as indicated by arrows), have the vehicle’s electrical system checked as soon as possible.

Engine oil pressure gauge: Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle should stay in the normal operating range (between “L” and “H”). If the needle falls below the normal range, stop the vehicle, turn off the engine and check the engine oil level. Add oil if needed. If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician.

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Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the ON position).

Transmission fluid temperature gauge (automatic transmission only): If the gauge is in the: White area (normal) - the transmission fluid is within the normal operating temperature (between “H” and “C”).

Yellow area (warning) — the transmission fluid is higher than normal operating temperature. This can be caused by special operation conditions (i.e. snowplowing, towing or off road use). Refer to Special Operating Conditions in the scheduled maintenance guide for instructions. Operating the transmission for extended periods of time with the gauge in the yellow area may cause internal transmission damage. Altering the severity of the driving conditions is recommended to lower the transmission temperature into the normal range.

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Red area (over temperature) — the transmission fluid is overheating. Stop the vehicle to allow the temperature to return to normal range.

If the gauge is operating in the Yellow or Red area, stop the vehicle and verify the airflow is not restricted such as snow or debris blocking airflow through the grill. If the gauge continues to show high temperatures, see your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer.

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AM/FM STEREO

VOL PUSH ON

TONE

CLK

TONE VOL

ST DX FM

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SEEK

TUNE

AM/FM

1. Seek: Press to find the next listenable station down/up the frequency band. 2. Tune: Press change radio frequency down/up.

to manually

3. AM/FM: Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode.

AM/FM

4. Memory preset buttons: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns.

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5. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase or decrease volume levels.

CLK

TONE

VOL PUSH ON

6. Tone: Press TONE until the desired level — Bass, Treble, Fade, Balance (if equipped) appears on the display. Turn the volume control to raise/lower the levels, or to move the audio sound from the right to left or the front to back (if equipped). 7. CLK (Clock): To set the hour, press and hold CLK until CLOCK SET appears in the display. Press SEEK to decrease increase To set the minute, press and hold CLK until CLOCK set appears in the display. Press TUNE to decrease

the minutes.

or increase

the hours.

or

TONE

CLK

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AM/FM STEREO CASSETTE

12

13

14 15 16 17

VOL - PUSH ON

AM

FM

BASS

TREB

FM1

ST

BAL

FADE

CLK

TAPE AMS

SIDE REW

1 - 2
FF

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10

SEEK

TUNE

SCAN

EJ

1. Balance: Press to shift sound to the left/right speakers.

2. Fade: Press to shift sound to the rear/front speakers.

CLK

the

or increase

3. CLK: To set the hour, press and hold CLK. Then press SEEK to decrease hours. To set the minute, press and hold CLK and press TUNE to decrease or increase 4. Tape AMS: In tape mode, press and hold to activate Automatic Music Search (allows you to quickly locate the beginning of the tape selection being played or to skip to the

the minutes.

TAPE AMS

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next selection). Then, press REW (for the beginning of the current selection) or FF (to advance to the next selection). The tape MUST have a blank section of at least four seconds duration between programs. 5. Side 1–2: Press to change tape direction.

SIDE

1 - 2

6. REW (rewind): Press to rewind the tape.

FF (fast forward): Press to advance the tape.

REW

FF

Dolby威 noise reduction: Works in tape mode only. Reduces tape

7. Memory preset buttons: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM1/FM2; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. 8. noise and hiss; press to activate/deactivate. 9. Scan: Press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of all listenable radio stations or all tape selections. Press again to stop. 10. Tune: Works in radio mode only. Press TUNE frequency down/up 11. Seek: Press and for previous/next release strong station, selection or track. 12. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase or decrease volume levels.

to change

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13. AM/FM: Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode.

14. Bass: Press decrease/increase the bass output.

to

15. Treble: Press decrease/increase the treble output.

to

16. EJ (Eject): Press to eject a tape.

EJ

17. Cassette door: Insert a cassette into the cassette door.

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PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD

1. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn clockwise/counterclockwise to increase/decrease volume.

SCAN

2. Scan: Press SCAN to move up the radio frequency band. SCAN automatically finds a station, plays it for five seconds, then moves to the next station. Press again to stop. Tape/CD: Press SCAN to sample tape/CD selections for eight seconds. Press again to stop. 3. CD Door: Insert the disc with the playing side down and printed side up.

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4. Cassette door: Insert the cassette with the opening to the right.

5. Eject: Press to eject the cassette/CD. The radio will resume playing.

6. Tape: Press to start tape play. Press to stop tape during rewind/fast forward. CD: Press to start CD play. With the dual media audio, press CD to toggle between single CD and CD changer play (if equipped). 7. Mute: Press to MUTE playing media; press again return to playing media.

8. Auto: Press to set first six strongest stations (if available) into AM, FM1 or FM2 memory buttons; press again to return to normal stations.

SEEK to

9. Clock: Press and hold to set the clock. Press the decrease hours or SEEK increase hours. Press the to decrease minutes or TUNE increase minutes. If your vehicle has a stand alone clock this control will not function.

to TUNE to

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10. Balance: Press BAL; then press SEL left/right speakers.

to shift sound to the

Fade: Press FADE; then press SEL rear/front speakers.

to shift sound to the

11. Memory preset buttons: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM1/FM2; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. 12. Shuffle (CD): Press to play tracks in random order.

13. Compression (CD): Press to bring soft and loud passages together for a more consistent listening level. Dolby威 noise reduction: 14. Works in tape mode only. Reduces tape noise and hiss; press to activate/deactivate. 15. Side 1–2: Works in tape mode only. Press to play reverse side of the tape.

16. Fast Forward (FF): Press for a slow advance, press and hold for a fast advance. 17. Rewind (REW): Press for a slow rewind, press and hold for a fast rewind.

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FF

REW

18. Select (SEL): Use with Bass, Treble, Balance and Fade controls.

19. Bass: Press BASS; then press to decrease/increase SEL the bass output.

Treble: Press TREB; then press SEL the treble output.

to decrease/increase

20. Tune: Works in radio mode only. Press TUNE frequency down/up.

to change

21. Seek: Press and release for previous/next SEEK strong station, selection or track.

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

Entertainment Systems

SEL

SEEK

TUNE

SEEK

TUNE

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PREMIUM IN-DASH SIX CD SOUND SYSTEM

1. Seek: Press and release for previous/next SEEK strong station, or track of current disc. 2. Rewind: Press for a slow rewind, press and hold for a fast rewind.

Fast forward: Press for a slow advance, press and hold for a fast advance. 3. Comp (Compression): In CD mode, press to adjust the soft and loud passages together for a more consistent listening level. Press the COMP control until COMP ON is displayed. 4. Mute: Press to MUTE playing media; press again return to playing media. In CD mode, MUTE acts as a pause feature. 5. Eject: Press to eject a CD. Press and hold to auto eject all loaded discs.

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to decrease/increase

6. Bass: Press BASS; then press SEL the bass output. Treble: Press TREB; then press SEL the treble output.

to decrease/increase

to shift sound to the

7. Select: Use with Bass, Treble, Balance and Fade controls to adjust levels. Use with MENU to set the clock and engage RDS. 8. Balance: Press BAL; then press to shift sound to the SEL left/right speakers. Fade: Press FADE; then press SEL rear/front speakers. 9. Menu: Press MENU and SEL to access clock mode, RDS on/off, Traffic announcement mode and Program type mode. 10. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. In CD mode, press to move between CDs. 11. CD: Press to select CD mode. Seamless play: In CD mode, the transition between the end of one CD and the beginning of another will not contain delay time unless SEEK or a preset control is pressed. 12. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM frequency band. Hold to initiate Autostore: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . Press and momentarily hold AM/FM. AUTOSTORE will flash on the display. When the six strongest stations

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are filled, the station stored in preset 1 will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets. Press again to disengage. 13. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase or decrease volume levels.

14. Load: Press to load a CD. Press and hold to load up to six discs.

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

to manually tune down or up

16. Scan: Press to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop. 17. Disc tune: Radio: Press or the radio frequency band. CD: Press the CD. 18. CD door: Insert a CD label side up.

to select the previous track or

to select the next track on

CD CHANGER (IF EQUIPPED) Your CD changer is in one of the following locations: • Behind the passenger’s seat (Regular Cab only) • In the center console (SuperCab/SuperCrew with Captain’s chairs) • Under the rear bench on the driver’s side (see instructions below) • In the stowage bin on the passenger’s side (SuperCrew with bench

(SuperCab with bench seats)

seats)

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1. Slide the door to access the CD changer magazine. 2. Press

to eject the magazine.

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

Do not pull too hard on the disc holder as 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. 5. Line up the CD with the groove of the disc holder. Ensure that the label on the CD faces downwards. 6. Press the disc holder until it locks securely into the magazine.

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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).

6 COMPACT DISC MAGAZINE

If your CD changer is located under the rear bench, the following instructions apply to load discs: 1. Load the discs into the magazine slots (numbered 1 through 6 on the window) one at a time with labeled surfaces upward. (The holders DO NOT pull out. ) 2. Begin with the bottom slot number 1. 3. Insert the loaded magazine into the CD changer with the arrow pointing toward the changer. To remove discs: 1. Slide the corresponding lever on the opposite side of the magazine window. The disc will partially eject. 2. Remove the disc. 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.

RADIO FREQUENCIES AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM - 530, 540–1600, 1610 kHz FM- 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz

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weaker the signal and the weaker the reception.

RADIO RECEPTION FACTORS There are three factors that can effect radio reception: • Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, the • Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. • Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed.

CASSETTE/PLAYER CARE Do: • Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less. • Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the hole • Remove loose labels before inserting tapes. • Allow tapes which have been subjected to extreme heat, humidity or • Clean the cassette player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after

cold to reach a moderate temperature before playing.

and turning the hub.

10–12 hours of play to maintain good sound/operation.

Don’t: • Expose tapes to direct sunlight, extreme humidity, heat or cold. • Leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not being

played.

CD/CD PLAYER CARE Do: • Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface. • Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD cleaner

and wipe from the center out.

of time.

Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods • Insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine. • Clean using a circular motion.

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

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

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Climate Controls

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. 2. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle. 3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each control. : Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents.

OFF: Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate.

: Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and the

floor vents.

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

floor vents.

: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents.

position.

the air flow selector in the

air flow selector in the OFF position.

Operating tips • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the • Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the air flow selector in OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to “breathe” using the outside air inlet vents. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the air • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of

flow to the back seats.

the windshield.

To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2. Set the temperature control to full heat 3. Set the fan speed to HI

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4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel.

Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM 1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. 2. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle. 3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each control. MAX A/C: Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. Air flows from the instrument panel vents only. A/C: Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. Air flows from the instrument panel vents only.

: Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents.

OFF: Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate.

: Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and the

floor vents.

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

floor vents.

: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents.

the air flow selector in the

Operating tips • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the • Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the air flow selector in MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to “breathe” using the outside air inlet vents.

air flow selector in the OFF or MAX A/C position.

position.

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Climate Controls • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of

airflow to the back seats.

the windshield.

To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2. Select A/C 3. Modulate the temperature control to maintain comfort. 4. Set the fan speed to HI 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel.

Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.

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Lights

HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps.

Turns the headlamps on.

Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control. The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for approximately 20
seconds after the ignition switch is turned to OFF. To change the delay time of the autolamp feature, do the following: 1. Start with the ignition in OFF and the autolamps selected. 2. Deselect the autolamps. 3. Put the ignition in RUN. 4. Put the ignition in OFF. 5. Select the autolamps. Steps 2 through 5 must be performed within a 10 second period. At this point, the headlamps and parking lamps will turn on. 6. Deselect the autolamps after the desired autolamp delay time (maximum of 3 minutes). At this point, the headlamps and parking lamps will turn off.

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Foglamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control also operates the foglamps. The foglamps can be turned on only when the headlamp control is in the position and the high beams are not turned on. Pull headlamp control towards you to turn foglamps on. The foglamp indicator light

or

will illuminate if the ignition is in the RUN position.

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: • the ignition must be in the ON position and • the headlamp control is in the OFF, parking lamp or autolamp

position.

Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system does not activate with your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision.

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

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Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate.

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable switches in the vehicle during headlamp and parklamp operation. Move the control to the full upright position, past detent, to turn on the interior lamps. Move the control to the full down position, past detent, to prevent the interior lights from illuminating when the doors are opened.

AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant. If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by a qualified service technician.

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the left • Push up to activate the right turn

turn signal.

signal.

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COURTESY/READING LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED) The dome lamp lights when the control is in the DOOR (left) position, any door is open, the instrument panel switch is pushed past the detent and when any of the remote entry controls are pressed while the ignition is off. The reading lamps can be turned on by pressing the rocker controls next to each lamp.

BULBS

Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.

Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an “E” for Europe to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time.

Function

Number of

Trade number

Headlamps (aerodynamic) Headlamps (sealed beam) Park/turn Sidemarker Tail/stop/turn/sidemarker Backup High-mount stoplamp Foglamp License plate lamp Cargo lamp Roofmarker

bulbs

9007
H6054
3157
194

3157 K 3156K

921
899
168
906
194

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Function

Number of

Trade number

bulbs

Rear fender clearance Interior visor lamp (if equipped) Rear identification All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer (a) Replace entire lamp assembly; bulb is not serviceable.

(a)

194
194

Replacing headlamp bulbs (aerodynamic) 1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the OFF position open the hood. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward. 3. Remove bulb retainer ring by turning it counterclockwise, then slide the ring off the plastic base 4. Pull bulb out of headlamp assembly.

Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated.

Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. Replacing headlamp bulbs (sealed beam) 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position and open the hood.

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2. Remove the two screws and parking lamp/side marker assembly by pulling gently 3. Disconnect the electrical connectors from the parking lamp/side marker assembly and remove.

4. Remove the four bolts and headlamp bezel.

5. Remove the four screws and the headlamp retaining ring from headlamp. 6. Disconnect the electrical connector and remove headlamp.

Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. Replacing front parking/turn signal bulbs 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position and open the hood. 2. Remove the two screws and carefully disengage parking lamp/turn signal assembly from the vehicle.

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3. Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly.

4. Carefully pull bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb.

Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. Replacing tail lamp/turn/backup lamp bulbs — F250/F350 only 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and then open the tailgate to expose the lamp assemblies. 2. Remove the two bolts from the tail lamp assembly and carefully pull the lamp assembly from the tailgate pillar by releasing the two retaining tabs. 3. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly. 4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order.

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Replacing brake/tail/backup lamp bulbs — F450/F550 only 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position. 2. Remove the four screws and the lamp lens from lamp assembly. 3. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb.

Replacing cargo lamp and high-mount brakelamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position. 2. Remove the two screws and lamp assembly from vehicle as wiring permits. 3. Remove the bulb socket by rotating counterclockwise. 4. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.

Replacing roof marker bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position. 2. Remove the screw and lens from the lamp assembly. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket.

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Replacing foglamp bulbs (if equipped) 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position. 2. Remove the bulb socket from the foglamp by turning counterclockwise. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the foglamp bulb. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. Replacing license plate lamp bulbs The license plate bulbs are located behind the rear bumper. To change the license plate lamp bulbs: 1. Reach behind the rear bumper to locate the bulb. 2. Twist the bulb socket counterclockwise and carefully pull to remove it from the lamp assembly. 3. Pull out the old bulb from the socket and push in the new bulb. 4. Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning it clockwise.

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MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers; rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers.

Windshield washer: Push the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid. • a quick push and hold: the wipers

will swipe three times with washer fluid.

• a long push and hold: the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for

up to ten seconds.

Changing the wiper blades 1. Pull the wiper arm away from the vehicle. Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm. Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the arm. 2. Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard. 3. Replace wiper blades every 6 months for optimum performance.

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TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED) To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull and hold the steering wheel release control toward you. 2. Move the steering wheel up or down until you find the desired location. 3. Release the steering wheel release control. This will lock the steering wheel in position.

Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamps.

OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according to your option package.

Storage compartment (if equipped) Press the OPEN control to open the storage compartment. The door will open slightly and can be moved to full open. The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or a similar object.

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Install a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can be used to hold a variety of aftermarket garage door openers. To install your garage door opener: 1. Open the storage compartment door. 2. Remove the storage clip and stow it away. 3. Place the Velcro娂 strip onto the back of the garage door opener control. 4. Adhere the back of garage door opener control to the Velcro娂 strip found inside the storage compartment. Make sure that the controls for the garage door opener face outward. 5. Place the height adjusters onto the back of the storage compartment door. Add as many adjusters needed to activate the garage door opener. 6. Close the storage compartment door and press the garage door opener control to verify that it works. If not, you may need to add more adjusters.

AUXILIARY POWER POINT Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. The auxiliary power point is located on the instrument panel. Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter. Use the power point.

POWER POINT

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POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED) Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open the window. Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window.

One touch down Allows the driver’s window to open fully without holding the control down. Press completely down on AUTO and release quickly. Press again to stop.

Window lock (if equipped) The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows. To lock out all the window controls except for the driver’s press the left side of the control. Press the right side to restore the window controls.

Accessory delay (if equipped) With accessory delay, the window switches may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until any door is opened.

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POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED) To adjust your mirrors 1. Select L to adjust the left mirror or R to adjust the right mirror. 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position to disable the adjust function.

Fold-away mirrors Fold the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash.

The telescoping feature (if equipped) allows the mirror to extend approximately 76 mm (3 inches).

POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) The accelerator and brake pedal should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stopped and the gearshift lever is in the P(Park) position. Press and hold the rocker control to adjust accelerator and brake pedal toward you or away from you.

The adjustment allows for approximately 76 mm (3 inches) of maximum travel.

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Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on pedals or while the vehicle is moving.

SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) With speed control set, you can maintain a speed of 48 km/h (30 mph) or more without keeping your foot on the pedal. Speed control does not work at speeds below 48 km/h (30 mph).

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

Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and release it. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed.

3. Press the SET ACCEL control and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. 5. The indicator light on the instrument cluster will turn on.

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

steep hill.

Note: • Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a • If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, you • If the vehicle speed decreases more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below

may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed.

your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage.

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Resuming a set speed Press the RES (resume) control and release it. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. The RES control will not work if the vehicle speed is not faster than 48 km/h (30 mph).

RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

Increasing speed while using speed control There are two ways to set a higher speed: • Press and hold the SET ACCEL control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. You can also use the SET ACCEL control to operate the Tap-Up function. Press and release this control to increase the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1.6 km/h (1 mph).

• Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When the

vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET ACCEL control.

ACCEL

COAST

RES

SET

Reducing speed while using speed control There are two ways to reduce a set speed: • Press and hold the COAST control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. You can also use the COAST control to operate the Tap-Down function. Press and release this control to decrease the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1.6 km/h (1 mph).

ACCEL

COAST

RES

SET

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RES

SET

ACCEL

COAST

Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal or the clutch pedal (if equipped). This will • Press the speed control OFF

not erase your vehicles previously set speed.

control.

Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed control set speed memory is erased.

Indicator light (if equipped) This light comes on when either the SET ACCEL or RES controls are pressed. The vehicle speed must be at or above 48 km/h (30 mph). It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed, the brake or clutch is applied, or the ignition is turned to the OFF position.

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CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These include: • Utility compartment with • Coin holder • Pen holder • Writing surface

cassette/CD holder

Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can

injure you in a collision.

• Utility compartment • Pen holder • Space for lap-top computer

TRIP COMPUTER (IF EQUIPPED) The trip computer tells you about the condition of your vehicle through a constant monitor of vehicle systems. You may select display features on the trip computer for a display of status. The appearance of your vehicle’s trip computer may differ depending on your vehicle’s option package, but the functions are the same.

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The trip computer only operates with the ignition in the ON position. Trip computer features are as follows:

Selectable features

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

Mode control Each press of the MODE control will display a different feature as follows: Average fuel economy. The display will indicate the vehicle’s average fuel economy in liters/100
km (or miles/gallon) since the average fuel economy was last reset. If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled (miles traveled by gallons used), your figure may be different than displayed for the following reasons: • your vehicle was not perfectly level during fill-up • differences in the automatic shut-off points on the fuel pumps at • variations in top-off procedure from one fill-up to another • rounding of the displayed values to the nearest liter (gallon) To reset the average fuel economy: 1. Press the MODE control repeatedly until average fuel economy is displayed (this is the only resettable display).

service stations

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2. Press the E/M and MODE controls simultaneously. The display will illuminate the “AVG” indicator. While the indicator is lit, release both controls to reset the average fuel economy.

towing), but will eventually recover.

Fuel range. This displays the approximate number of kilometers (miles) left to drive before the fuel tank is empty. The indicated distance to empty may be inaccurate: • with sustained, drastic changes in fuel economy (such as trailer • if the vehicle is started while parked on an incline. • if less than 30 liters (8 gallons) of fuel is added to the fuel tank. The fuel range function will flash for five seconds at the following distances based on fuel remaining and fuel economy calculations: • 80 km (50 miles) • 40 km (25 miles) • 16 km (10 miles) Outside air temperature The temperature can be displayed in Centigrade or Fahrenheit by pressing the E/M control. If the outside temperature falls below 3°C (38°F), the display will alternate from “ICE” to the outside temperature at a two second rate for one minute. Off. In this mode the display is off. Compass The compass display is contained in the overhead console. The vehicle heading is displayed as one of N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W and NW. The compass heading is displayed in average fuel economy modes, fuel range modes and temperature modes. The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antennas.

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Magnetic or metallic objects placed in or on the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy. Adjustments may need to be made to the zone and calibration of the compass.

Compass zone adjustment 1. Determine which magnetic zone you are in for your geographic location by referring to the zone map. 2. Locate the trip computer on the overhead console. 3. Turn ignition to the ON position.

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14
13
12

7 8 9 1011

4. Press and hold both trip computer controls. After approximately four seconds, the trip computer will enter zone setting mode. Zone setting mode is indicated when the display lights the “ZONE” indicator. 5. Release both controls. Subsequent pressing of either control will increment the zone. Press the control repeatedly until the correct zone setting for your geographic location is displayed on the trip computer. 6. To exit the zone setting mode and save the displayed zone in memory, release both controls for greater than five seconds. Compass calibration adjustment Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Locate the trip computer located in the overhead console. 2. Start the vehicle.

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3. Press and hold both trip computer controls. After approximately eight seconds, the trip computer will enter CAL mode. CAL mode is indicated when the display lights the “CAL” indicator. 4. Release both controls. The display will return to normal, except that the CAL indicator will remain lit until the compass is sucessfully calibrated. 5. Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle (less than 5 km/h [3 mph]) until the CAL indicator turns off. It may take up to five circles to complete calibration. 6. The compass is now calibrated.

TAILGATE LOCK (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a tailgate lock designed to prevent theft of the tailgate. • Insert ignition key and turn to the • Turn ignition key to the left to

right to engage lock.

unlock.

Tailgate removal Your tailgate is removable to allow more room for loading. 1. Lower the tailgate. 2. Use a screwdriver to pry the spring clip (on each connector) past the head of the support screw. Disconnect cable. 3. Disconnect the other cable. 4. Lift tailgate to a 45 degree angle. 5. Lift right side off of its hinge. 6. Lift left side off of its hinge. To install, follow the removal procedures in reverse order.

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KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacement keys are available from your dealer. You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case you require it in an emergency.

POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED) Press control to unlock all doors.

Press control to lock all doors.

Smart locks (if equipped) This feature prevents you from locking yourself out of the vehicle if your key is still in the ignition. When you open the driver’s door and you lock the vehicle with the power door locks, all the doors will lock, then the driver’s door will automatically unlock reminding you that your key is still in the ignition. The vehicle can still be locked, with the key in the ignition, using the manual lock button on the door, locking the driver’s door with a key, or using the lock button on the remote entry transmitter (if equipped).