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Some items will only display during a system check if a problem has been detected. If an issue exists on one of the monitored systems, the message center will display the number of warnings that need immediate attention in red and the number of informational warnings will be listed in amber. Use the up/down arrow buttons to scroll through the list; press the right arrow button to display specific information on the highlighted warning.

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Compass/transmission indicator displays The compass heading will display in the upper right corner of the message center; the transmission gear indicator displays in the right side of the message center when using the SelectShift Automatic™ transmission feature. These displays will not be shown in all screen modes. For example: when programming certain vehicle features or in certain information menus. System warnings and status messages System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in your vehicle’s operating systems. In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center will cycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for four seconds. The message center will display the last selected feature if there are no more warning messages. Types of messages and warnings: • Some messages will appear briefly to inform you of something you • Some messages will appear once and then again when the vehicle is • Some messages will reappear after clearing or being reset if a problem • Some messages can be acknowledged and reset by pressing OK. This allows you to use the full message center functionality by clearing the message.

or condition is still present and needs your attention.

may need to take action on or be informed of.

restarted.

DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the door is not completely closed. DRIVER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the driver door is not completely closed. LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the rear left door is not completely closed. PASSENGER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the passenger door is not completely closed. RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the rear right door is not completely closed. CHECK FUEL CAP — Displayed when the fuel cap may not be properly closed. Refer to What you should know about automotive fuels in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. FUEL LEVEL LOW — Displayed as a reminder of a low fuel condition. 48

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BRAKE FLUID LEVEL LOW — Indicates the brake fluid level is low and the brake system should be inspected immediately. Refer to Brake fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM — Displayed when the brake system needs servicing. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. PARK BRAKE ENGAGED — Displayed when the parking brake is set, the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph (5 km/h). If the warning stays on after the parking brake is released, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. ADVANCETRAC OFF (if equipped) — Displayed when the AdvanceTrac威 system has been disabled by the driver. SERVICE ADVANCETRAC (if equipped) — Displayed when the AdvanceTrac威 system has detected a condition that requires service. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. TRANSPORT MODE CONTACT DEALER (if equipped) — Displayed when the vehicle is set to transport mode. The transport mode is used to disable certain vehicle functions to prevent battery discharge when the vehicle is in the transport/inventory phase and is not driven long enough to maintain the battery’s charge. This mode can be disabled by doing the following: Turn the ignition on, without starting the engine. Press and release the brake pedal fully five times and press the hazard button four times (on, off, on, off) within 10 seconds. CHECK COOLANT ADDITIVE (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the coolant additive needs to be checked. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. POWER REDUCED TO LOWER ENGINE TEMP — Displayed when the engine temperature gauge needle moves to H. You may notice reduced engine power. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. CLEANING EXHAUST FILTER (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the vehicle has entered the cleaning mode. Various engine actions will raise the exhaust temperature in the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) system to burn off the particles (exhaust soot). After the particles are burned off, the exhaust temperature will fall back to normal levels. This message is NORMAL. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

WARNING: When the CLEANING EXHAUST FILTER message appears in the message center, do not park near flammable

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DRIVE TO CLEAN EXHAUST SYSTEM (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) is full of particles (exhaust soot) and the vehicle is not being operated in a manner to allow normal cleaning. This message will stay on until the exhaust filter cleaning has begun, at which time the CLEANING EXHAUST FILTER message will be displayed. It is recommended the vehicle operator drive the vehicle above 30 mph (48 km/h) until the CLEANING EXHAUST FILTER message turns off. This message is NORMAL. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. Note: If this message is ignored, your vehicle will continue to fill the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) with particles (exhaust soot). If cleaning is not permitted, the light will illuminate and engine power may be limited. If the vehicle is still not operated in a manner to allow cleaning, will illuminate and engine power will the service engine soon light be further limited. Dealer service will then be required to restore your vehicle to full-power operation. STOP SAFELY NOW (diesel engine only) — Displayed and a chime sounds when the vehicle exhaust system temperature exceeds intended operating range. If this warning occurs, engine power is reduced and the engine will shut down when the vehicle speed is below 3 mph (5 km/h). Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and contact your authorized dealer. Depending on the severity of the over-temperature condition, the vehicle may not restart after cycling the ignition off. If the vehicle restarts, there may be limited power. If the exhaust over-temperature condition reoccurs, the message center will display STOP SAFELY NOW, the chime will sound, and engine power will be reduced again and shut down below 3 mph (5 km/h). Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. ENGINE OIL DILUTED (diesel engine only) — Displays once the engine oil has become diluted and needs to be changed. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON — Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 5% to 1%. OIL CHANGE REQUIRED — Displayed when the oil life left reaches 0%. ENGINE TURNS OFF IN 1 SECOND (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the vehicle is in the final second of a countdown to where the engine will intentionally be turned off by the PCM. The diesel engine shutdown is a (regulatory) requirement which may be required of a particular diesel vehicle for sale in states requiring this feature. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. 50

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ENGINE TURNS OFF IN XX SECONDS (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the vehicle is in the final 30 seconds of a countdown to where the engine will intentionally be turned off by the PCM. The diesel engine shutdown for extended idling is an optional feature. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. ENGINE TURNED OFF (diesel engine only) — Displayed after the 30 second countdown. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. ENGINE WARMING PLEASE WAIT (diesel engine only) — Displayed in extremely cold weather, typically below –15°F (–26°C), if the engine block heater is not utilized. The engine will not respond to accelerator pedal movement for 30 seconds; this is done so the engine oil can be properly circulated to avoid engine damage from lack of lubrication. A timer will begin a countdown from 30 seconds. Once the counter has reached 0 seconds, OK TO DRIVE will be displayed and the engine will respond to accelerator pedal movement. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. EXHAUST FILTER DRIVE COMPLETE (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) has been adequately cleaned after the DRIVE TO CLEAN EXHAUST FILTER followed by CLEANING EXHAUST FILTER messages have been displayed. This message is NORMAL. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. EXHAUST FILTER CLEANED (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) has been adequately cleaned by the manual regeneration process (OCR). Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. EXHAUST CLEAN STOPPED (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF) manual regeneration process (OCR) has been stopped. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. EXHAUST FLUID RANGE XXX MI (diesel engine only) — Displays the distance you can travel before depleting the remaining diesel exhaust fluid. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. IN XX MILES, SPEED LIMITED TO XX MPH EXHAUST FLUID EMPTY (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the diesel exhaust fluid is nearing empty. The vehicle’s top speed will become limited in the displayed distance. The diesel exhaust fluid must be replenished to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

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SPEED LIMITED TO XX MPH UPON RESTART EXHAUST FLUID EMPTY (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the remaining diesel exhaust fluid level is depleted. Speed will be limited upon restart. The diesel exhaust fluid must be replenished to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. SPEED LIMITED TO XX MPH EXHAUST FLUID EMPTY (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the diesel exhaust fluid is empty. The diesel exhaust fluid must be replenished to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. ENGINE IDLED SOON EXHAUST FLUID EMPTY (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the SCR system detects low exhaust fluid. The engine will eventually enter into an idle only mode. The diesel exhaust fluid must be replenished to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. ENGINE IDLED - SEE OWNER’S MANUAL EXHAUST FLUID EMPTY (diesel engine only) — Displayed when a problem exists with the SCR system. The vehicle will enter into an idle-only mode. If the exhaust fluid is empty, it must be replenished to resume normal operation of the vehicle. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. IN XX MILES, SPEED LIMITED TO 50 MPH EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM FAULT (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the SCR system detects a fault. The vehicle’s top speed will become limited in the displayed distance starting at 50 miles (80 km) and count down from this point. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. SPEED LIMITED TO 50 MPH UPON RESTART EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM FAULT (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the SCR system detects a fault. The vehicle’s top speed will become limited upon restarting. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. SPEED LIMITED TO 50 MPH EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM FAULT (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the SCR system detects a fault. The vehicle’s top speed is limited. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. ENGINE IDLED SOON EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM FAULT SEE MANUAL (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the SCR system detects a fault. The engine will enter into an idle only mode. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. 52

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ENGINE IDLED - SEE OWNER’S MANUAL EXHAUST FLUID SYSTEM FAULT (diesel engine only) — Displayed when the SCR system detects a fault. The engine will eventually enter into an idle-only mode. Press OK to override the idle mode. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. FUEL FILTER CHANGE REQUIRED (diesel engine only) — Displayed when a fuel filter change is required. Refer to the scheduled maintenance information. LOW FUEL PRESSURE (diesel engine only) — If this message appears during a cold start or during cold operation 32°F (0°C) up to 10 minutes after the initial cold start; monitor the message center and if it disappears and does not re-appear after the engine has fully warmed up, the low fuel pressure message is most likely caused by waxed or gelled fuel. To prevent this, use an anti-gel additive. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. The customer warranty may be void from using additives that do not meet or exceed Ford specifications. If the low fuel pressure message persistently appears after re-fueling during the cold start and cold operation conditions defined previously and then disappear when the engine has fully warmed up, consider different fuel sources. • Low Fuel Operation: If the message appears when the vehicle is warm

and during low fuel tank level operation, i.e. the tank level is at or very near empty, refuel the vehicle and operate the vehicle. If the message reappears after fueling, see below. If the message does not come back, the low fuel pressure condition was due to low fuel levels in the fuel tank.

• Normal Operation: If the message appears during normal operation when the vehicle / engine is fully warm, and fuel level is not low, the fuel filters must be changed regardless of the maintenance schedule interval. If replacement of the fuel filter does not remedy the low fuel pressure message during normal operation as defined above, please take the vehicle to your authorized dealer.

REDUCED ENGINE POWER (diesel engine only) — Displayed approximately two hours after the DRIVE TO CLEAN EXHAUST SYSTEM message has displayed and the vehicle operator has not driven the vehicle above 30 mph (48 km/h) for at least 20 minutes to clean the DPF. At this point the vehicle must be serviced by an authorized dealer. This message is normal. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information.

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WATER IN FUEL DRAIN FILTER SEE MANUAL (if equipped) — Displayed when the water separator has reached a predetermined capacity and needs to be drained. Refer to your diesel supplement for more information. LOW TIRE PRESSURE — Displayed when one or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure. Refer to Inflating Your Tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT — Displayed when the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT — Displayed when a tire pressure sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For more information on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. If the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. TIRES NOT TRAINED - REPEAT — Displayed when an error occurs while training the TPMS. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. TRAIN INNER LEFT REAR TIRE — Displayed when training the TPMS. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. TRAIN INNER RIGHT REAR TIRE — Displayed when training the TPMS. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. TRAIN LEFT FRONT TIRE — Displayed when training the TPMS system. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. TRAIN LEFT REAR TIRE — Displayed when training the TPMS system. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. TRAIN RIGHT FRONT TIRE — Displayed when training the TPMS system. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. TRAIN RIGHT REAR TIRE — Displayed when training the TPMS system. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. 54

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TRAIN SPARE TIRE (if equipped) — Displayed when training the TPMS. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. TRAINING COMPLETE — Displayed when training of the TPMS system is complete. Refer to TPMS reset procedure in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. POWER STEERING ASSIST FAULT — The power steering system has disabled power steering assist due to a system error; service is required. SERVICE POWER STEERING — The power steering system has detected a condition that requires service. SERVICE POWER STEERING NOW — The power steering system has detected a condition that requires service immediately. BUCKLE UP TO UNMUTE AUDIO — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and Belt-Minder威 is activated. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. TRACTION CONTROL OFF (if equipped) — Displayed when the traction control has been disabled by the driver. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information. CHECK 4X4 (if equipped) — Displayed when a 4X4 system fault is present. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter. 4X4 SHIFT IN PROGRESS (if equipped) — Displayed when the 4X4
system is making a shift. For further information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter. FOR 4X4 LOW APPLY BRAKE (if equipped) — Displayed when trying to select 4X4 LOW. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter. FOR 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N (if equipped) — Displayed when 4X4
LOW is selected and the vehicle is stopped. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter. FOR 4X4 LOW SLOW TO 3 MPH (if equipped) — Displayed when 4X4 LOW is selected while the vehicle is moving. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter. TO EXIT 4X4 LOW APPLY BRAKE (if equipped) — Displayed when 2WD is selected from 4X4 LOW mode. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter.

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TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SHIFT TO N (if equipped) — Displayed when 2WD is selected while the vehicle has been stopped in 4X4 LOW. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter. TO EXIT 4X4 LOW SLOW TO 3 MPH (if equipped) — Displayed when 2WD is selected while the vehicle is operating in 4X4 LOW. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter. TO ENGAGE LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL RELEASE ACCELERATOR PEDAL (if equipped) — Displayed when the electronic locking differential requests that the accelerator pedal be released in order to engage. See Electronic locking differential in the Driving chapter for more information. TO ENGAGE LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL SLOW TO XX MPH/KM/H (if equipped) — Displayed when the electronic locking differential requests that a certain speed be met in order to engage. See Electronic locking differential in the Driving chapter for more information. LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL ENGAGED/DISENGAGED (if equipped) — Displayed when the electronic locking differential is engaged. See Electronic locking differential in the Driving chapter for more information. LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL DISENGAGED (if equipped) — Displayed when the electronic locking differential is disengaged. See Electronic locking differential in the Driving chapter for more information. FOR HILL DESCENT REDUCE SPEED (if equipped) — Displayed when the vehicle speed requirement for off-road mode entry has not been met. FOR HILL DESCENT SELECT GEAR (if equipped) — Displayed when the driver is able to select a transmission gear for hill descent mode. HILL DESCENT - DRIVER RESUME CONTROL (if equipped) — Displayed when hill descent control mode is deactivated and the driver must resume control. HILL DESCENT CONTROL FAULT (if equipped) — Displayed when a hill descent system fault is present. HILL DESCENT CONTROL OFF (if equipped) — Displayed when hill descent control mode becomes inactive. HILL DESCENT CONTROL OFF SYSTEM COOLING (if equipped) — Displayed when the hill descent system is cooling due to overuse. 56

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HILL DESCENT CONTROL READY (if equipped) — Displayed when the hill descent control switch is turned on. REDUCE ACCELERATOR TO PREVENT WHEEL SLIP (if equipped) — Displayed when the vehicle senses that torque to the drive wheels has overcome the available traction. SHIFT DELAYED PULL FORWARD (if equipped) — May display when shifting to or from 4X4 LOW. For more information, refer to Four-wheel drive (4WD) operation in the Driving chapter. SLOW VEHICLE TO XX KM/H FOR ELD (if equipped) — Displayed when the vehicle speed requirement for the electronic locking differential mode has not been met. SLOW VEHICLE TO XX MPH FOR ELD (if equipped) — Displayed when the vehicle speed requirement for the electronic locking differential mode has not been met. CHECK LOCKING DIFFERENTIAL (if equipped) — Displayed when an electronic locking differential (ELD) system fault is present. For more information, refer to Electronic locking differential (ELD) in the Driving chapter. CHECK SPEED DRIVE SAFELY — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and the optional setting is on and the vehicle exceeds a preselected speed. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. COULD NOT PROGRAM INTEGRATED KEY — Displayed when an attempt is made to program a fifth integrated key to the remote keyless entry system. For more information on integrated key, refer to the Locks and Security chapter. ESC ALWAYS ON - MYKEY SETTING — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and the ESC cannot be deactivated. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. MYKEY ACTIVE DRIVE SAFELY — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. MYKEY COULD NOT PROGRAM — Displayed when an attempt is made to program a spare key using two existing MyKeys. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. SECURITY SYSTEM FAULT (if equipped) — Displayed when the security system has detected a fault. See your authorized dealer for service.

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SPEED LIMITED TO 130 KM/H — Displayed when starting the vehicle and MyKey威 is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. SPEED LIMITED TO 80 MPH — Displayed when starting the vehicle and MyKey威 is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on. Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. VEHICLE AT TOP SPEED - MYKEY SETTING — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. VEHICLE NEAR TOP SPEED — Displayed when a MyKey威 is in use and the MyKey speed limit is on and the vehicle speed is approaching 80 mph (130 km/h). Refer to MyKey威 in the Locks and Security chapter for more information. CHECK REAR PARK AID (if equipped) — Displayed when the transmission is in R (Reverse) and the park aid is disabled. REAR PARK AID OFF (if equipped) — Displayed when the rear park aid is disabled by the driver. REAR PARK AID ON (if equipped) — Displayed when the rear park aid is enabled. TO STOP ALARM, START VEHICLE (if equipped) — Displayed when the perimeter alarm system is armed and the vehicle is entered using the key on the driver’s side door. In order to prevent the perimeter alarm system from triggering, the ignition must be turned to start or on before the 12 second chime expires. See Perimeter alarm system in the Locks and security chapter. TRAILER BRAKE GAIN: XX.X [OUTPUT] (if equipped) — Displays the current gain setting for the trailer brake. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. TRAILER BRAKE GAIN: XX.X NO TRAILER (if equipped) — Displays the current gain setting for the trailer brake when a trailer is not connected. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. TRAILER BRAKE MODULE FAULT (if equipped) — Displayed and accompanied by a single chime, in response to faults sensed by the TBC. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

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TRAILER CONNECTED (if equipped) — Displayed when a correct trailer connection (a trailer with electric trailer brakes) is sensed during a given ignition cycle. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. TRAILER DISCONNECTED (if equipped) — Displayed when a trailer connection becomes disconnected, either intentionally or unintentionally, and has been sensed during a given ignition cycle. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information. TRAILER SWAY REDUCE SPEED (if equipped) — Displayed when the trailer sway control has detected trailer sway. For more information, refer to the Driving chapter for more information. WIRING FAULT ON TRAILER (if equipped) — Displayed if there are certain faults in the vehicle wiring and trailer wiring/brake system. Refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for more information.

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AUDIO SYSTEMS

AM/FM stereo system (if equipped)

CLK

AUDIO

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that

drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving.

The AM/FM stereo system does not contain rear speakers; only front driver side and passenger side speakers. Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With this feature, the window switches and radio may be used for up to 10 minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened.

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(Tuner): Press to

1. manually go up or down the radio frequency. Press and hold for a fast advance through radio frequencies. Also use in AUDIO mode to gain access to various settings. 2. AUDIO: Press AUDIO repeatedly to access the following settings:

• TREB (Treble): Press AUDIO to reach the treble setting.

• BASS (Bass): Press AUDIO to reach the bass setting.

Use

Use

SEEK

SEEK

• BAL (Balance): Press AUDIO to reach the balance setting.

SEEK

to adjust between the left and right

Use speakers.

• Setting the clock: Press and hold CLK until the hours start to flash, to adjust. To adjust minutes, press

then use

SEEK

CLK again to make the minutes start to flash and use SEEK

to adjust. Press CLK again to exit the clock setting mode.

to

SEEK

Note: If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer to Setting the clock in your Navigation supplement. 3. SEEK: Press access the previous/next strong station. 4. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM1/FM2; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. You may store up to six stations in each frequency band for a total of 18. 5. AM/FM: Press AM/FM to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.

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6. ON/OFF/Volume: Press VOL - PUSH to turn ON/OFF. Turn VOL - PUSH to increase/decrease volume.

7. CLK (Clock): Press CLK to toggle between the clock and radio frequency.

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

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that

drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving.

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Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay which allows you to operate the window switches and the audio for up to 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off or until either front door is opened.

to

: Press

1. manually go up or down the radio frequency. Press and hold for a fast advance through radio frequencies. In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press next/previous channel. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS威 radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 2. equipped with SYNC威, press to access SYNC PHONE features. For further information, please refer to your SYNC威 supplement. If your vehicle is not equipped with SYNC威, the display will read NO PHONE. 3. MENU: Press MENU repeatedly to access to the following settings:

(Phone): If your vehicle is

to tune to the

to adjust the

SEEK, SEEK

Setting the clock: Press MENU until SET HOUR or SET MINUTES is displayed. Use hours/minutes. Note: If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer to Setting the clock in your Navigation supplement. SATELLITE RADIO MENU (if equipped): Press MENU when satellite radio mode is active to access. Press OK to enter into the satellite radio menu. Press • CATEGORY: Press OK to enter category mode. Press

to cycle through the following options:

to

scroll through the list of available SIRIUS威 channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.) Press OK when the desired category appears in the display. After a category is selected, press SEEK to search for that specific category of channels only (i.e. ROCK). You may also select CATEGORY ALL to seek all available SIRIUS威 categories and channels. Press OK to close and return to the main menu.

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Entertainment Systems • SAVE SONG: Press OK to save the currently playing song title in the

system’s memory. (If you try to save something other than a song, CANT SAVE will appear in the display.) When the chosen song is playing on any satellite radio channel, the system will alert you with an audible prompt. Press OK while SONG ALERT is in the display and the system will take you to the channel playing the desired song. You can save up to 20 song titles. If you attempt to save a song when the system is full, the display will read REPLACE SONG? Press OK to access the saved songs and press songs. When the song appears in the display that you would like to replace, press OK. SONG REPLACED will appear in the display. • DELETE SONG: Press OK to delete a song title from the system’s to cycle through the saved songs. When the memory. Press song title appears in the display that you would like to delete, press OK. The song will appear in the display for confirmation. Press OK again and the display will read SONG DELETED. If you do not want to delete the currently listed song, press RETURN or CANCEL. Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS.

to cycle through the saved

• DELETE ALL SONGS: Press OK to delete all songs from the system’s memory. The display will read ARE YOU SURE? Press OK to confirm deletion of all saved songs and the display will read ALL DELETED. Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS. • ENABLE ALERTS / DISABLE ALERTS: Press OK to enable/disable the satellite alert status which alerts you when your selected songs are playing on a satellite radio channel. (The system default is disabled.) SONG ALERTS ENABLED/DISABLED will appear in the display. The menu listing will display the opposite state. For example, if you have chosen to enable the song alerts, the menu listing will read DISABLE as the alerts are currently on, so your other option is to turn them off.

to select either

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS威 radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. AUTOSET: Press MENU until the display reads AUTOSET. Autoset allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2. Use

SEEK, SEEK

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

BASS: Press MENU to reach the bass setting. Use SEEK TREB (Treble): Press MENU to reach the treble setting. Use

SEEK, SEEK

to adjust.

to adjust.

SEEK,

L . . R (Balance): Press MENU to reach the balance setting. Use (L) and right (R) speakers. B . . F (Fade): Press MENU to reach the fade setting. Use

SEEK, SEEK

to adjust the audio between the left

to adjust the audio between the back (B) and

SEEK, SEEK

front (F) speakers. SPEEDVOL (Speed sensitive volume, if equipped): Press MENU to reach the SPEEDVOL setting. Radio volume automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Use

SEEK, SEEK

to adjust.

The default setting is off; increasing your vehicle speed will not change the volume level. Adjust 1–7: Increasing this setting from 1 (lowest setting) to 7 (highest setting) allows the radio volume to automatically change slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Recommended level is 1–3; SPEED OFF turns the feature off and level 7
is the maximum setting. Track/Folder mode: Available only on MP3 discs in CD mode. In Track will scroll through all tracks on the mode, pressing disc In Folder mode, pressing tracks within the selected folder. Press available).

to access the previous/next folder (if

will scroll only through

FOLDER, FOLDER

SEEK, SEEK

SEEK, SEEK

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COMPRESS (Compression): Available only in CD/MP3 mode. Press MENU until COMPRESS ON/OFF appears in the display. to toggle ON/OFF. When COMPRESS Use is ON, the system will bring the soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. 4. AUX: Press repeatedly to cycle through LINE IN (auxiliary audio mode, if equipped) and SAT1, SAT2
and SAT3 modes (satellite radio, if equipped). For location and further information on auxiliary audio mode, refer to Auxiliary input jack later in this chapter. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS威 radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 5. SEEK: In radio mode, to access the press previous/next strong station. In CD/MP3 mode, press to access the previous/next CD/MP3 track.

to

to view the

SEEK, SEEK

SEEK, SEEK

SEEK, SEEK

to fast seek through the previous /next channels.

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press seek to the previous/next channel. If a specific category is selected, to seek to the (Jazz, Rock, News, etc.), press previous/next channel in the selected category. Press and hold SEEK, SEEK In TEXT MODE, press previous/additional display text. In CATEGORY MODE, press Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS威 radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 6. control is operational in CD/MP3
mode. When a CD/MP3 is playing, press to pause or play the current CD/MP3. The CD/MP3 status will display in the radio display. OK: Use in various menu selections. 66

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: In folder mode,

7. SHUFFLE: In CD/MP3 mode, press SHUFFLE to engage shuffle mode. SHUFFLE ON will appear in the display. If you wish to engage shuffle mode right away, press SEEK to begin random play. Otherwise, random play will begin when the current track is finished playing. CD SHUF will appear in the display. To disengage, press SHUFFLE again. SHUFFLE OFF will appear in the display. Note: In CD/MP3 mode, press SHUFFLE to play the tracks in random order. In MP3 folder mode, the system will randomly play all tracks within the current folder. 8. FOLDER press FOLDER folder on MP3 discs, if available. FOLDER: In folder mode, 9. FOLDER to access the press previous folder on MP3 discs, if available. 10. FF (Fast forward): Press FF to manually advance in a CD/MP3
track. 11. REW (Rewind): Press REW to manually reverse in a CD/MP3 track.

to access next

12. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM1/FM2; tune to a station, press and hold a preset control until sound returns. You may store up to six stations in each frequency band for a total of 18. In satellite radio mode (if equipped), there are 18 available presets, six each for SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3. To save satellite channels in your memory presets, tune to the desired channel then press and hold a preset control until sound returns. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS威 radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 13. TEXT/SCAN: In radio and CD/MP3 mode, press and hold for a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop. In CD/MP3 mode, press and release to display track title, artist name, and disc title.

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In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and release to enter TEXT MODE and display the current song title. While in TEXT MODE, press again to scroll through the current song title, artist, channel category and the SIRIUS威 long channel name. In TEXT MODE sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed. When the “>” indicator is active, press SEEK additional display text. When the “<” indicator is active, press to view the previous display text. In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press and hold to hear a brief sampling of the next channels. Press again to stop. In CATEGORY MODE, press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of the channels in the selected category. Press again to stop. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS威 radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 14. AM/FM: Press AM/FM to select AM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.

to view the SEEK

15. ON/OFF/Volume: Press VOL-PUSH to turn on/off. Turn VOL-PUSH to increase/decrease volume. Note: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. 16. CD: Press to enter CD/MP3
mode. If a CD is already loaded into the system, CD/MP3 play will begin where it ended last. 17. CD.

(CD eject): Press to eject a

18. CD slot: Insert a CD label side up in the CD slot.

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Auxiliary input jack (if equipped)

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that

drivers use extreme caution when using any device or feature that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws that may affect use of electronic devices while driving.

Your vehicle may be equipped with an auxiliary input jack (AIJ). The auxiliary input jack, located on the instrument panel below the power point, provides a way to connect your portable music player to the in-vehicle audio system. This allows the audio from a portable music player to be played through the vehicle speakers with high fidelity. To achieve optimal performance, please observe the following instructions when attaching your portable music device to the audio system. If your vehicle is equipped with a navigation system, refer to the Auxiliary input jack section in the Audio Features chapter of your Navigation System supplement. Required equipment: 1. Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones 2. An audio extension cable with stereo male 1/8 in. (3.5 mm) connectors at each end To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack: 1. Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off. 2. Ensure that the battery in your portable music player is new or fully charged and that the device is turned off. 3. Attach one end of the audio extension cable to the headphone output of your player and the other end of the audio extension cable to the AIJ in your vehicle. 4. Turn the radio on, using either a tuned FM station or a CD loaded into the system. Adjust the volume to a comfortable listening level.

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5. Turn the portable music player on and adjust the volume to 1/2 the volume. 6. Press AUX on the vehicle radio repeatedly until LINE, LINE IN or SYNC LINE IN appears in the display. You should hear audio from your portable music player although it may be low. 7. Adjust the sound on your portable music player until it reaches the level of the FM station or CD by switching back and forth between the AUX and FM or CD controls. Troubleshooting: 1. Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output. Line level outputs are intended for connection to a home stereo and are not compatible with the AIJ. The AIJ will only work correctly with devices that have a headphone output with a volume control. 2. Do not set the portable music player’s volume level higher than is necessary to match the volume of the CD or FM radio in your audio system as this will cause distortion and will reduce sound quality. Many portable music players have different output levels, so not all players should be set at the same levels. Some players will sound best at full volume and others will need to be set at a lower volume. 3. If the music sounds distorted at lower listening levels, turn the portable music player volume down. If the problems persist, replace or recharge the batteries in the portable music player. 4. The portable music player must be controlled in the same manner when it is used with headphones as the AIJ does not provide control (play, pause, etc.) over the attached portable music player. 5. For safety reasons, connecting or adjusting the settings on your portable music player should not be attempted while the vehicle is moving. Also, the portable music player should be stored in a secure location, such as the center console or the glove box, when the vehicle is in motion. The audio extension cable must be long enough to allow the portable music player to be safely stored while the vehicle is in motion.

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USB port (if equipped)

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that

drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. We recommend against the use of any handheld device while driving, encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible and that you become aware of applicable state and local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving.

Your vehicle may be equipped with a USB port located on the instrument panel. This feature allows you to plug in media playing devices, memory sticks, and also to charge devices if they support this feature. For further information on this feature, refer to Accessing and using your USB port in the SYNC威 supplement or Navigation System supplement.

GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION Radio frequencies: AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM: 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz FM: 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz Radio reception factors: There are three factors that can affect radio reception: • Distance/strength: The further you travel from 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.

weaker the signal and the weaker the reception.

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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.

• Wipe discs from the center out.

of time.

Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods • Clean using a circular motion. CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached.

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CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player as the label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact your authorized dealer for further information. Audio system warranty and service Refer to the Warranty Guide/Customer Information Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician. MP3 track and folder structure Your MP3 system recognizes MP3 individual tracks and folder structure as follows: • There are two different modes for MP3 disc playback: MP3 track mode (system default) and MP3 folder mode. For more information on track and folder mode, refer to Sample MP3 structure in the following section. • MP3 track mode ignores any folder structure on the MP3 disc. The player numbers each MP3 track on the disc (noted by the .mp3 file extension) from T001 to a maximum of T255. Note: The maximum number of playable MP3 files may be less depending on the structure of the CD and exact model of radio present.

• MP3 folder mode represents a folder structure consisting of one level of folders. The CD player numbers all MP3 tracks on the disc (noted by the .mp3 file extension) and all folders containing MP3 files, from F001 (folder) T001 (track) to F253 T255. • Creating discs with only one level of folders will help with navigation

through the disc files.

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Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3
discs, it is important to understand how the system will read the structures you create. While various files may be present, (files with extensions other than mp3), only files with the .mp3 extension will be played. Other files will be ignored by the system. This enables you to use the same MP3 disc for a variety of tasks on your work computer, home computer and your in vehicle system.

.mp3 .mp3

.mp3

.mp3

.mp3

.mp3 .mp3

.doc .ppt .xls

In track mode, the system will display and play the structure as if it were only one level deep (all .mp3 files will be played, regardless of being in a specific folder). In folder mode, the system will only play the .mp3 files in the current folder.

Satellite radio information (if equipped) Satellite radio channels: SIRIUS威 broadcasts a variety of music, news, sports, weather, traffic and entertainment satellite radio channels. For more information and a complete list of SIRIUS威 satellite radio channels, visit www.sirius.com in the United States, www.siriuscanada.ca in Canada, or call SIRIUS威 at 1–888–539–7474. Satellite radio reception factors: To receive the satellite signal, your vehicle has been equipped with a satellite radio antenna located on the roof of your vehicle. The vehicle roof provides the best location for an unobstructed, open view of the sky, a requirement of a satellite radio system. Like AM/FM, there are several factors that can affect satellite radio reception performance: • Antenna obstructions: For optimal reception performance, keep the antenna clear of snow and ice build-up and keep luggage and other material as far away from the antenna as possible.

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• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway

overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. • Station overload: When you pass a ground based broadcast repeating tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result in an audio mute.

Unlike AM/FM audible static, you will hear an audio mute when there is a satellite radio signal interference. Your radio display may display NO SIGNAL to indicate the interference. SIRIUS威 satellite radio service: SIRIUS威 satellite radio is a subscription based satellite radio service that broadcasts music, sports, news and entertainment programming. A service fee is required in order to receive SIRIUS威 service. Vehicles that are equipped with a factory installed SIRIUS威 satellite radio system include hardware and a limited subscription term, which begins on the date of sale or lease of the vehicle. For information on extended subscription terms, the online media player and other SIRIUS威 features, please contact SIRIUS威 at 1–888–539–7474. Note: SIRIUS威 reserves the unrestricted right to change, rearrange, add or delete programming including canceling, moving or adding particular channels, and its prices, at any time, with or without notice to you. Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming changes. Satellite radio electronic serial number (ESN): This 12–digit Satellite Serial Number is needed to activate, modify or track your satellite radio account. You will need this number when communicating with SIRIUS威. While in satellite radio mode, you can view this number on the radio display by pressing the AUX and preset 1 controls simultaneously.

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Action Required No action required. This message should

disappear shortly.

If this message does

not clear within a short period of time, or with an ignition key cycle, your receiver may have

a fault. See your

authorized dealer for

service.

This previously

available channel is no longer available. Tune to another channel. If the channel was one of your presets, you may choose another channel for that preset button.

Contact SIRIUS威 at 1–888–539–7474 to

subscribe to the channel or tune to another channel.

Artist information not available at this time on

this channel. The system is working

properly.

Song title information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working

properly.

Entertainment Systems

Radio Display

Condition

ACQUIRING

SAT FAULT

Radio requires more than two seconds to produce audio for the

selected channel. Internal module or

system failure

present.

INVALID CHNL

Channel no longer

available.

UNSUBSCRIBED

Subscription not available for this

channel.

NO TEXT

Artist information not

available.

NO TEXT

Song title information

not available.

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Radio Display

Condition

Action Required

NO TEXT

Category information

not available.

NO SIGNAL

Loss of signal from the SIRIUS威 satellite or SIRIUS威 tower to the vehicle antenna.

UPDATING

CALL SIRIUS威 1–888–539–7474

Update of channel programming in

progress.

Satellite service has been deactivated by

SIRIUS威 satellite

radio.

Category information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working

properly.

You are in a location that is blocking the SIRIUS威 signal (i.e.,

tunnel, under an

overpass, dense foliage,

etc.). The system is

working properly. When you move into an open area, the signal should

return.

No action required. The process may take up to

three minutes. Call SIRIUS威 at

1–888–539–7474 to re-activate or resolve subscription issues.

NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a navigation system. Refer to the Navigation System supplement for further information.

SYNC姞 (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with SYNC威, a hands-free communications and entertainment system with special phone and media features. For more information, please refer to the SYNC威 supplement or to the SYNC威 section in the Navigation System supplement (if equipped).

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SINGLE ZONE CLIMATE CONTROL

Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster

1. vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. Press this button again to return to the previous air flow selection. 2. A. R Rear defroster (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate the rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. If your vehicle is equipped with both rear defroster and heated mirrors, the same button will activate both. 2. B. This feature will remove ice and snow from the side view mirrors. 3. settings to choose: •

Multifunction control: Press repeatedly to cycle through the

Heated mirrors (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate.

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, de-mister

vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.

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

• •

rear seat floor vents and de-mister vents.

• : Distributes air through the floor vents and rear seat floor vents. 4. A/C (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/C engages automatically in MAX A/C, (floor/defrost).

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(panel/floor).

Recirculated air (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate air 5. recirculation in the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air engages automatically when MAX A/C is selected or can be engaged manually in any airflow mode except (defrost). When the ignition switch is turned off and back on, the climate system will return to the recirculated air mode only if the A/C button LED is (panel) illuminated and the air distribution selection is either or 6. MAX A/C (if equipped): Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel vents to cool the vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior air is more economical and efficient than normal A/C mode. Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. Press the MAX A/C button again for normal A/C operation. 7. Temperature control: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle. 8. the vehicle. 9. When the system is off, outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle.

Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in

Power: Press to activate/deactivate the climate control system.

Operating tips • To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather,

(defrost) or

system off or with recirculated air engaged and A/C off.

select speed can also be increased to improve clearing.

(floor/defrost). Temperature and/or fan • To reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the • 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 • To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been “aired out.” • A small amount of air may be felt from the floor vent regardless of the

airflow to the back seats.

the windshield.

air distribution setting that is selected.

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If you are driving during extreme high ambient temperatures and idling for extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in the MAX A/C position, adjust the blower fan speed to the lowest setting and put the vehicle’s transmission into the P (Park) position to continue to receive cool air from your A/C system. For maximum cooling performance (MAX A/C): 1. Select MAX A/C. 2. Move the temperature control to the coolest setting. 3. Set the fan speed to the highest setting and then adjust as necessary to maintain comfort. • A/C and • Airflow will automatically be directed out of the panel vents. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2. Select A/C. 3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort. 4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. 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.

(recirculated air) will be automatically selected.

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DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

2A

2B

A/C

17

16

15

A/C

AUTO

MAX A/C

DUAL

EXT

A/C

14

13

12

10

11

– / + Fan speed control: Press to decrease/increase the fan

Temperature conversion: To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Optional or Standard message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 1. speed. 2. A. R Rear defroster (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate the rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. If your vehicle is equipped with both rear defroster and heated mirrors, the same button will activate both. 2. B. This feature will remove ice and snow from the side view mirrors. 3. vents and de-mister vents. Can be used to clear the windshield of fog and thin ice. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. Press this button again to return to the previous air flow selection.

Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster

Heated mirrors (if equipped): Press to activate/deactivate.

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Manual control: Allows you to manually select where airflow is

4. directed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO. When choosing to control airflow manually, press repeatedly to toggle through the settings to choose: •

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, de-mister

vents, floor vents and rear seat floor vents. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging.

• •

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

rear seat floor vents and de-mister vents.

(defrost)

(floor/defrost).

(defrost). When the ignition switch is

: Distributes air through the floor vents and rear seat floor vents.

• 5. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. A/C engages automatically in MAX A/C, and Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation in 6. the vehicle. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time needed to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air engages automatically when MAX A/C is selected or can be engaged manually in any airflow mode except turned off and back on, the climate system will return to the recirculated air mode only if the A/C button LED is illuminated and the air (panel/floor). distribution selection is either 7. AUTO: Press to engage automatic temperature control. Select the desired temperature using the temperature control. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C on or off, and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the desired temperature. 8. MAX A/C: Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel vents to cool the vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior air is more economical and efficient than normal A/C mode. Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. Press the MAX A/C button again for normal A/C operation. 9. passenger heated seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information. 82

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Passenger cooled seat (if equipped): Press to control the

10. Passenger temperature: Turn to increase/decrease the air temperature on the passenger side of the vehicle. The recommended initial setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C), then adjust for comfort. The passenger side temperature setting will appear in the upper right corner of the display. 11. passenger cooled seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information. 12. EXT: Press to display the exterior temperature. Press again to display cabin temperature settings. To switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 13. DUAL: Press to engage/disengage separate passenger side temperature control. 14. When the system is off, outside air is prevented from entering the vehicle. Driver cooled seat (if equipped): Press to control the driver 15. cooled seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information. 16. Driver temperature: Turn to increase/decrease the air temperature on the driver side of the vehicle. The control also adjusts the passenger side temperature when PASS TEMP is disengaged. The recommended initial setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C), then adjust for comfort. The driver side temperature setting will appear in the upper left corner of the display. 17. heated seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information.

Driver heated seat (if equipped): Press to control the driver

Power: Press to activate/deactivate the climate control system.

select

Operating tips • To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather, • To reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle, do not drive with the • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the

(recirculated air) engaged and A/C off.

system off, or with

(floor/defrost).

(defrost)

airflow to the back seats.

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the windshield.

air distribution setting that is selected.

(recirculated air).

During extreme high ambient temperatures when idling stationary for extended periods of time in gear, it is recommended to run the A/C in the max A/C position, reduce blower fan speed from the highest setting and put the vehicle’s transmission into the P (Park) gear position (automatic transmission only) to continue to receive cool air from your A/C system. For maximum cooling performance: • Automatic operation: 1. Press AUTO for full automatic operation. 2. Do not override A/C or 3. Set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). • Manual operation: 1. Select MAX A/C. The system will automatically default to single zone operation and set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). • A/C and (recirculated air) will be selected. • Airflow will be directed out of the panel vents. 2. Fan speed will be automatically increased to the highest setting but can be adjusted as desired. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2. Select A/C. 3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort. 4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. 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.

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REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER (IF EQUIPPED) R The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and works to defrost your rear window from fog and thin ice. If equipped, it also operates the heated mirror to remove snow and thin ice from the side mirrors. Ensure that the ignition on. Press to turn the defroster on/off. The indicator light will illuminate when activated. For vehicles with a sliding rear window– the defroster will be disabled when the window is opened. Do not use razor blades or other sharp objects to clean the inside of the rear window or to remove decals from the inside of the rear window. This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty.

REMOTE START CLIMATE OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) The climate control system will condition the cabin temperature during remote start based on the outside temperature. Engine idle may increase to help with adjusting the cabin temperature. Note: No climate control adjustments will be recognized during remote start operation and none of the climate function indicators will be illuminated while the vehicle is in remote start. Once the ignition is cycled to the on position, the climate control system will return to the previous settings (last ignition-on cycle) and adjustments can be made normally. If the previous setting was off, the climate control system will turn off. If you previously had any of the following activated: heated seats (if equipped), cooled seats (if equipped), heated mirrors (if equipped), or rear defrost, they will not return to their previous settings (on) when the ignition is turned on and will need to be re-activated if desired. For more information on remote start climate settings and options, refer to Message Center in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Manual climate control For hot weather conditions: • The climate control system will be set to MAX A/C. For cold weather conditions: • The climate control system will be set to provide maximum heating • Rear defrost/heated mirrors (if equipped) will be activated.

(floor/defrost) mode.

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previous operating state (last ignition-on cycle).

For moderate weather conditions: • The interior cabin will be heated, cooled or off, based upon the • Rear defrost/heated mirrors (if equipped) will be deactivated. Automatic climate control For hot weather conditions: • The interior cabin will be set to 72°F (22°C). • The cooled seats (if equipped) will be set to high. For cold weather conditions: • The interior cabin will be set to 72°F (22°C). • The heated seats (if equipped) will be set to high. • Rear defrost/heated mirrors (if equipped) will be activated. For moderate weather conditions: • The interior cabin will be heated, cooled, or off, based upon the • Heated/cooled seats (if equipped) will be deactivated. • Rear defrost/heated mirrors (if equipped) will be deactivated.

previous operating state (last ignition-on cycle).

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HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control clockwise to the first position turn on the parking lamps. Rotate clockwise to the second position headlamps.

to also turn on the

to

Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control. • To turn autolamps on, rotate the • To turn autolamps off, rotate the

control to

control from the autolamp position.

Note: If the vehicle is equipped with autolamps, it will have the headlamps on with windshield wipers feature. If the windshield wipers are turned on, the exterior lamps will turn on with the headlamp control in the autolamp position. The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a predetermined amount of time after the ignition switch is turned to off. You can change the amount of time the lamps stay on by using the programming procedure that follows: Autolamps - Programmable exit delay Programmable exit delay allows the length of the autolamp exit delay to be changed. To program the auto lamp exit time delay: 1. Start with the ignition in the off position and the headlamp control in the autolamp position. 2. Turn the headlamp control to off.

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3. Turn the ignition switch to on and then back to off. 4. Turn the headlamp control to the autolamp position. The headlamps will turn on. 5. Wait the desired amount of time for the exit delay you want (up to three minutes), then turn the headlamps off.

Fog lamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control also operates the fog lamps. The fog lamps 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 fog lamps on. The fog lamp will illuminate. indicator light

or

High beams Pull the lever fully past the detent to activate. Pull the lever fully again to deactivate.

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

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Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: • the ignition must be in the on position, • the headlamp control is in the off or parking lamp position and • the parking brake must be disengaged. • the transmission is not in P (Park)

WARNING: Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system does not activate the 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.

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable lit components in the vehicle during headlamp and parking lamp operation. • Tap the top or bottom of the

control to brighten/dim all interior lit components incrementally, or

• Press and hold at the first

position the top or bottom of the control until the desired lighting level is reached.

• Press and hold the top of the control to the full on position to activate

the “dome on” feature. This will turn on the interior courtesy lights. The lights will remain on until the bottom of the control is pressed.

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AIMING THE HEADLAMPS Your vehicle is equipped with an aerodynamic headlamp system. The aerodynamic headlamps can only be aimed in the vertical direction (up/down) using the procedure following. The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant and should not normally need adjustment.

ground

Vertical aim adjustment The headlamps on your vehicle can only be vertically adjusted. Your vehicle does not require horizontal aim adjustments. To adjust the headlamps: 1. Park the vehicle directly in front of a wall or screen on a level surface, approximately 25 feet (7.6 meters) away. • (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters) • (2) Center height of lamp to • (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters) • (4) Horizontal reference line 2. Measure the height from the center of your headlamp (indicated by a 3.0 mm circle on the lens) to the ground and mark an 8 foot (2.4 meter) horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height (a piece of masking tape works well). 3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood. Cover one of the headlamps so no light from that lamp hits the wall. 4. On the wall or screen you will observe a light pattern with a distinct horizontal edge towards the right. If this edge is not at the horizontal reference line, the beam will need to be adjusted so the edge is at the same height as the horizontal reference line.

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5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp, then use a #2
Phillips head to turn the adjuster either counterclockwise (to adjust down) or clockwise (to adjust up) aligning the upper edge of the light pattern up to the horizontal line. 6. Repeat Steps 3–5 for the other headlamp. 7. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL The turn signal lever does not mechanically lock in the upward or downward position when activated. The turn signal control activation and cancellation is electronic. • To operate the left turn signal,

push the lever down until it stops and release. • To operate the right turn signal, push the lever up until it stops and release.

• To manually cancel turn signal operation, push the lever again in

either direction.

Lane change To indicate a left or right lane change: • Push the lever up/down to the first stop position and release. The turn • Push the lever up/down to the first stop position and hold. The turn

signals will flash three times and stop.

signals will flash for as long as the lever is held in this position.

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INTERIOR LAMPS

Front map lamps (if equipped) The map lamps are located on the overhead console. Press the controls on either side of each map lamp to turn on the lamps. The map lamps also light when: • any door is opened, • the instrument panel dimmer switch is rotated up until the courtesy lamps come on, and

• any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is off.

Rear dome/map lamps Your vehicle may have map lamps within the rear dome lamp. Press the switches on either side of the dome lamp to turn the lamps on.

BULB REPLACEMENT

Lamp assembly condensation Exterior lamps are vented to accommodate normal changes in pressure. Condensation can be a natural by-product of this design. When moist air enters the lamp assembly through the vents, there is a possibility that condensation can occur when the temperature is cold. When normal condensation occurs, a thin film of mist can form on the interior of the lens. The thin mist eventually clears and exits through the vents during normal operation. Clearing time may take as long as 48 hours under dry weather conditions. Examples of acceptable condensation are: • Presence of thin mist (no streaks, drip marks or droplets) • Fine mist covers less than 50% of the lens 92

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Examples of unacceptable moisture (usually caused by a lamp water leak) are: • Water puddle inside the lamp • Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of

the lens

Take your vehicle to a dealer for service if any of the above conditions of unacceptable moisture are present.

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

Function

Number of bulbs

Trade number

H13/9008
3157NA

W5W 3157
3157

Headlamps Park/Turn lamp Sidemarker Tail/stop/turn/sidemarker (pick-up only) Tail/stop/turn/sidemarker (chassis cabs only; if equipped) Back-up (pick-ups only) Back-up (chassis cabs only) High-mount brake lamp Fog lamp License plate lamp Cargo lamp Map lamp Dome/reading lamps Interior visor lamp (if equipped) Mirror turn signal Mirror clearance lamp *Front clearance lamps (2) and front