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Traction Control娂 or AdvanceTrac威 off light (if equipped): Illuminates when the Traction Control娂 has been disabled (by the driver or as a result of a system failure). Refer to the Driving chapter for more information. Low tire pressure warning: Illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the light remains on at start up or while driving, the tire pressure should be checked. Refer to Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to ON, the light will illuminate for 3 seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light does not turn ON, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. For more information on this system, refer to Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Low fuel: Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter).
Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is engaged. Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged.
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Low washer fluid: Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low. • Without Message Center
• With Message Center
Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position and any door is open. • Without Message Center
• With Message Center Displays which door or the liftgate is open.
Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. Bulb warning: Illuminates when one of the exterior front turn lamps or rear brake/turn/tail lamps bulb has burned out. • Without Message Center
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• With Message Center Displays which bulb is burned out. Depress the RESET control to clear.
High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.
Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver’s door is opened. Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened. Turn signal warning chime: Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn and not turned off after the vehicle is driven more than 1/2 mile (0.8 km).
GAUGES
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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 miles (kilometers) of the vehicle. • Without Message Center To switch the display from Metric to English, press and hold the button on the cluster for three seconds. The temperature display in the overhead console (if equipped) will also be changed. • With Message Center Refer to Message Center in the Driver Controls chapter on how to switch the display from Metric to English.
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Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys. • Without Message Center Press and release the button on the cluster to toggle between odometer and trip odometer display. To reset, press the button again until the trip reading is 000000.0 miles. To switch the odometer display and temperature from English to Metric. With the mileage displayed press and hold the button on the cluster for three seconds this will change the units. • With Message Center To reset, press and hold the message center RESET button for three seconds to reset.
Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine.
Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade. The arrow near the fuel pump icon indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located. Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information.
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AM/FM STEREO SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Tuner: Press to
1. manually go up or down the radio frequency. Also use in menu mode to select various settings.
2. Audio: Press to access select various settings.
Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use SEEK
SEEK,
Bass: Press to adjust the bass setting. Use SEEK Balance: Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers. Use
SEEK, SEEK
SEEK,
Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers. Use
SEEK, SEEK
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3. Seek: Press to access the next/previous strong station or track. 4. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. 5. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM frequency band.
6. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn ON/OFF. Turn to increase/decrease volume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. 7. CLK (Clock): Press to toggle between the clock and radio display. To set the clock: Press and hold CLK until the hours begin to flash. Press again to set the minutes. When this audio is used in cargo vans where no rear speakers are installed in the vehicle, fading to the rear speakers will result in no audio output.
to manually decrease / increase the hours. Press CLK
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AM/FM STEREO/ SINGLE CD SOUND SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Tuner: Press to
1. manually go up or down the radio frequency. Also use in menu mode to select various settings. 2. Phone/mute: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media. 3. Menu: Press to toggle through the following modes:
Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . Press MENU to access. Use 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.to set.
SEEK
Bass: Press to adjust the bass setting. Use
SEEK
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Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use
SEEK
Balance: Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers. Use
SEEK
Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers. Use
SEEK
Speed sensitive volume (if equipped): Radio volume automatically changes slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Press MENU to access and use
to adjust.
SEEK
to manually increase/decrease Press
Setting the clock: Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is displayed. Use MENU again to disengage clock mode. If your vehicle is equipped with an in-dash clock, refer to “Setting the clock” in the Driver Controls chapter. 4. Aux: Press to toggle between FES/DVD and AUX modes. If no auxiliary sources are available, NO AUX AUDIO will be displayed. 5. Seek: Press to access the next strong station or track.
6. Text: In CD mode, this feature reads track name, artist name, and disc name (if available). 7. Shuffle: Press to play tracks in random order.
8. Comp (Compression): In CD mode, brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. 9. Repeat: Press to repeat the current CD track.
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10. Fast forward: Press to manually advance in a CD track.
11. Rewind: Press to manually reverse in a CD track.
12. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. 13. Scan: Press for a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop. 14. Seek: Press to access the previous strong station or track.
15. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM frequency band.
16. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn ON/OFF. Turn to increase/decrease volume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. 17. CD: Press to enter CD mode. If a CD is already loaded into the system, CD play will begin where it ended last. 18. CD eject: Press to eject a CD.
19. CD slot: Insert a CD label side up.
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Entertainment Systems
Tuner: Press to
1. manually go up or down the radio frequency. Also use in menu mode to select various settings. 2. Phone/mute: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media. 3. Menu: Press to toggle through the following modes:
Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use
Bass: Press to adjust the bass setting. Use
SEEK
SEEK
Balance: Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers. Use
SEEK
Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers. Use
SEEK
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Speed sensitive volume (if equipped): Radio volume automatically changes slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Press MENU to access and use
to adjust.
SEEK
SEEK
to adjust the
Setting the clock: Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is displayed. Press hours/minutes. If your vehicle is equipped with an in-dash clock, refer to “Setting the clock” in the Driver Controls chapter. Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . Press MENU to access. Use When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1
will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets. 4. Aux: Press to toggle between FES/DVD and AUX modes. If no auxiliary sources are available, NO AUX AUDIO will be displayed. 5. Seek: Press to access the next strong station or track.to set.
SEEK
6. Text: In CD mode, press to display the track name, artist name and disc name (if available). 7. Shuffle: Press to play tracks in random order.
8. Comp (Compression): In CD mode, brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. 9. Repeat: Press to repeat the current CD track.
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10. Fast forward: Press to manually advance in a CD track.
11. Rewind: Press to manually reverse in a CD track.
12. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. 13. Scan: Press for a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop. 14. Seek: Press to access the previous strong station or track.
15. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM frequency band.
16. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn ON/OFF. Turn to increase/decrease volume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. 17. CD: Press to enter CD mode. If a CD is already loaded into the system, CD play will begin where it ended last. 18. LOAD: Press to load a CD, then select a slot number using the radio presets 1 through 6. If you don’t select a slot within 5 seconds, the radio shall choose the first available slot for you. Press and hold for 2 seconds to auto load up to six CDs. 19. CD eject: Press to eject a CD, then select the desired CD slot using the radio presets 1 through 6.
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If a slot is not selected within 5 seconds, the radio shall eject the current disc. Press and hold for 2 seconds to auto eject all CDs present in the radio mechanism. 20. CD slot: Insert a CD label side up.
AM/FM STEREO CASSETTE/SINGLE CD SOUND SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)
Tuner: Press to
1. manually go up or down the radio frequency. Also use in menu mode to select various settings. 2. Seek: Press to access the next strong station or track.
3. Phone/mute: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media.
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4. Menu: Press to toggle through the following modes:
Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use
Bass: Press to adjust the bass setting. Use
SEEK
SEEK
Balance: Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers. Use
SEEK
Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers. Use
SEEK
Speed sensitive volume (if equipped): Radio volume automatically changes slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Press MENU to access and use
to adjust.
SEEK
SEEK
to adjust the
Setting the clock: Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is displayed. Press hours/minutes. If your vehicle is equipped with an in-dash clock, refer to “Setting the clock” in the Driver Controls chapter. Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . Press MENU to access. Use When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1
will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets. Clean tape reminder: After 20 hours of cassette operation, the radio will notify you that it is time to clean the cassette player head. After cleaning the player head, you can clear the reminder through menu control and selecting YES. 5. AUX: Press to toggle between FES/DVD and AUX modes. If no auxiliary sources are available, NO AUX AUDIO will be displayed. To return to radio mode, press AM/FM.to set.
SEEK
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6. Tape eject: Press to eject a tape.
7. Text: In CD mode, displays track title, artist name, and disc title (if available). 8. Shuffle: Press to play CD tracks in random order.
9. Compress (Compression): In CD mode, brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. 10. Repeat: Press to repeat the current CD track.
11. Fast forward: Press to manually advance in a CD track or cassette. 12. Rewind: Press to manually reverse in a CD track or cassette.
13. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. 14. Tape: Insert a tape facing to the right.
15. Tape direction: Press to enter tape mode. Press while in play mode to change which side of the tape is playing. 16. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM frequency band.
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17. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn ON/OFF. Turn to increase/decrease volume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. 18. CD: Press to enter CD mode. If a CD is already loaded into the system, CD play will begin where it ended last. 19. CD eject: Press to eject a CD.
20. CD slot: Insert a CD label side up.
21. Seek:Press to access the previous strong station or track.
22. Scan: Press for a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop. When this radio is used in cargo vans where no rear speakers are installed in the vehicle, fading to the rear speakers will result in no audio output.
AUXILIARY AUDIO CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with auxiliary audio controls. This feature allows the front and middle seat passengers to listen to different media sources (radio, cassette, CD or DVD) simultaneously. (However, the front and middle-seat passengers cannot listen to two different radio stations at the same time.)
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: Press to activate dual
1. Volume: Press to increase/decrease volume control. 2. Media: Press to select from different playing medias. 3. play mode and enable the rear seat passengers to hear audio through the headphones. Press again to deactivate. 4. MEM: Press consecutively to scroll through the preset stations, change tape side (if equipped), or to change discs on multiple disc radios (if equipped).
to access the next/previous strong radio station,
5. SEEK: Press cassette selection or CD track. When the rear seat controls are activated, rear seat passengers can use the controls to change the playing media for all passengers (Single Play mode). In this mode, all speakers will play audio from the same media source for all passengers to hear. If there is a discrepancy between the rear seat controls and the front audio controls (such as both trying to listen to the same playing media), the front audio system will receive the desired selection. To activate Dual Play mode (rear seat passengers listen to a different playing media than the front seat passengers): • Press the speaker/headphone control. • Press MEDIA to change audio sources (for headphone mode only). • Use the SEEK, VOLUME and MEMORY controls to make adjustments
to the playing media.
Parental control Simultaneously press the radio preset controls 3 and 5 to enable/disable the rear seat audio controls as well as the Family Entertainment system (if equipped).
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COMPRESS
Dual play mode on the rear seat audio Press controls or simultaneously press the radio preset controls 2 and 4 to enable/disable dual play. During dual play, the rear vehicle speakers will be deactivated and the wired headphones (if equipped) will become active. Two different medias can be played in the vehicle simultaneously: • The driver can select a media from the main radio face (radio, tape, • Rear seat passengers may listen to a different media source than the front passengers (radio, tape, CD or DVD if equipped) using 3.5 mm wired headphones (not included) that shall be plugged into the headphone icon jacks on the rear audio control face. Infrared headphones are included in vehicles equipped with the Family Entertainment System and shall only be used to listed to the media (DVD or CD) that is playing in the Family Entertainment System. Wireless headphones will not play audio from any other sources (AM, FM, tape, or Radio CD).
CD or DVD if equipped) and listen using the front speakers.
The front and rear seat passengers cannot listen to two different radio stations at the same time.
RADIO FREQUENCIES AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM - 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz FM - 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz
weaker the signal and the weaker the reception.
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.
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turning the hub.
CASSETTE/PLAYER CARE Do: • Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a pen or pencil into the hole and • 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.
10–12 hours of play to maintain good sound/operation.
Don’t: • Use cassettes that are longer than 90 minutes. • Expose tapes to direct sunlight, extreme humidity, heat or cold. • Leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not being
played.
CD/CD PLAYER CARE Do: • Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface. • Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD cleaner
and wipe from the center out.
of time.
Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods • For vehicles equipped with a six disc CD changer, don’t insert more • Clean using a circular motion.
than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine.
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CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12
cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. 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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MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle. 2. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each control. MAX A/C: Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel vents only to cool the vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior air is more economical and efficient. Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.
: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents and the floor
vents. O (OFF): Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate.
: Distributes air through the floor vents. : Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and floor
vents.
: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents. Can
Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation
Rear defroster: Press to defrost the rear window. Refer to
be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield. 3. R Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. 4. in cabin. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculation engages automatically with selection of MAX A/C or can be engaged manually in any other airflow selection except defrost. Recirculation may turn off automatically in all airflow selections except MAX A/C. 5. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages automatically in MAX A/C, 6. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.
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position.
airflow to the back seats.
the air flow selector in the
airflow selector in the O (OFF) or with recirculated air engaged.
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 • 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 • For maximum cooling performance (MAX A/C): In the MAX A/C mode: • Move the temperature control selector to the coldest setting. • Set the fan to the highest speed initially, then adjust to maintain
the windshield.
passenger comfort.
and
modes:
In the • Move the temperature control selector to the coldest setting. • Select A/C and recirculated air • Set the fan to the highest speed initially, then adjust to maintain
colder airflow.
. Use
with A/C to provide
passenger comfort.
In extremely cold temperatures, to maximize overall heater performance it is suggested to not operate the auxiliary system (if so equipped) until the engine temperature gauge crosses into the normal operating range. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2. Select A/C. 3. Set the temperature control to full heat. 4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.
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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DUAL ZONE MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM WITH REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each control. MAX A/C: Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel vents only to cool the vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior air is more economical and efficient. Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.
: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents and the floor
vents. O (OFF): Outside air is shut out and the climate system is turned off.
: Distributes air through the floor vents. : Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and floor
vents.
: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents. Can
be used to clear thin ice or fog from the windshield. Auxiliary climate control operation: Turn the front air flow control (1) to any position except O (OFF). 2. R or to adjust the rear fan speed from the front control. The rear fan speed settings available are 4, 3, 2, 1 and O (OFF). 3. REAR: Press to enable the control located in the rear seat. Press again to turn the auxiliary system off.
Rear fan speed control: Press to enable the auxiliary system
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) is
REAR
REAR
REAR
Rear temperature control: Press to enable the
Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate rear window
Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation
4. auxiliary system and to set the desired rear cabin airflow temperature with the front control. The rear cabin airflow temperature will match the driver airflow temperature setting when only the center rear temperature light ( ) is illuminated. The rear cabin airflow temperature will be warmer or cooler than the driver airflow temperature setting when more than one rear temperature light ( illuminated. 5. R defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. 6. in cabin. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculation engages automatically with selection of MAX A/C or can be engaged manually in any other airflow selection except automatically in all airflow selections except MAX A/C. 7. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages automatically in MAX A/C, 8. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. 9. Left temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow to the driver in the front of the vehicle. 10. Right temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow to the passenger in the front of the vehicle.
. Recirculation may turn off
and
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 • 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 selector in the O (OFF) or with recirculated air engaged.
airflow to the back seats.
position.
the windshield.
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Climate Controls • For maximum cooling performance (MAX A/C): In the MAX A/C mode: • Move the temperature control selector to the coldest setting. • Set the fan to the highest speed initially, then adjust to maintain
passenger comfort.
and
modes:
In the • Move the temperature control selector to the coldest setting. • Select A/C and recirculated air • Set the fan to the highest speed initially, then adjust to maintain
colder airflow.
. Use
with A/C to provide
passenger comfort.
In extremely cold temperatures, to maximize overall heater performance it is suggested to not operate the auxiliary system (if so equipped) until the engine temperature gauge crosses into the normal operating range. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2. Select A/C. 3. Set the temperature control to full heat. 4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.
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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Climate Controls
Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster
1. vents. Can be used to clear thin ice or fog from the windshield. 2. Rear temperature control: Press to enable the auxiliary system and set the desired rear cabin airflow temperature with the front control. The rear cabin airflow temperature will match the driver airflow temperature setting when only the center rear temperature bar (REAR) is illuminated. The rear cabin airflow temperature will be warmer or cooler than the driver airflow temperature setting when more than one rear temperature bar (REAR) is illuminated. 3. Passenger temperature control: Press to increase/decrease the temperature for the passenger in the front of the vehicle. 4. R defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. 5. R or to adjust the rear fan speed from the front control. The rear fan speed settings available are 4, 3, 2, 1 and O (OFF).
Rear fan speed control: Press to enable the auxiliary system
Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate the rear window
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Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation 6. in the vehicle cabin. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air can be . Recirculated air engaged manually in any airflow selection except may turn off automatically in all airflow selections. 7. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages automatically in AUTO,
, and
8. vents. 9.
: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and floor
: Distributes air through the floor vents.
: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents and the floor
: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.
Front fan speed control: Press to manually increase or
10. vents. 11. 12. Manual override controls: Allows you to change the system operation. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO. 13. F decrease the fan speed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO. 14. OFF: Outside air is shut out and the climate system is turned off. 15. Driver temperature control: Press to increase or decrease the temperature on the driver side of the cabin. Sets the passenger side temperature also when DUAL is disengaged. Note: The recommended vehicle cabin setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C). • Dual temperature control: Press and hold AUTO to
engage/disengage separate passenger side temperature control.
16. AUTO: Press to engage full automatic operation, and 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. 17. REAR: Press to enable the control located in the rear seat. Press again to turn the auxiliary system off.
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Climate Controls
Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster
1. vents. Can be used to clear thin ice or fog from the windshield. 2. Rear temperature control: Press to enable the auxiliary system and set the desired rear cabin airflow temperature with the front control. The rear cabin airflow temperature will match the driver airflow temperature setting when only the center rear temperature bar (REAR) is illuminated. The rear cabin airflow temperature will be warmer or cooler than the driver airflow temperature setting when more than one rear temperature bar (REAR) is illuminated. 3. Passenger temperature control: Press to increase/decrease the temperature for the passenger in the front of the vehicle. 4. R defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. 5. R or to adjust the rear fan speed from the front control. The rear fan speed settings available are 4, 3, 2, 1 and O (OFF). 6. heat setting (2 indicator lights). Press again to activate the low heat setting (1 indicator light). Press again to deactivate the passenger heated seat.
Passenger heated seat control: Press once to activate the high
Rear fan speed control: Press to enable the auxiliary system
Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate the rear window
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: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.
Front fan speed control: Press to manually increase or
:Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents and the
: Distributes air through the floor vents. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents and the floor
7. floor vents. 8. 9. vents. 10. 11. Manual override controls: Allows you to change the system operation. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO. Driver heated seat control: Press once to activate the high 12. heat setting (2 indicator lights). Press again to activate the low heat setting (1 indicator light). Press again to deactivate the passenger heated seat. 13. F decrease the fan speed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO. 14. recirculation in the vehicle cabin. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculated air can be engaged manually in any airflow selection except selections. 15. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages automatically in AUTO, 16. OFF: Outside air is shut out and the climate system is turned off. 17. Driver temperature control: Press to increase or decrease the temperature on the driver side of the cabin. Sets the passenger side temperature also when DUAL is disengaged. Note: The recommended vehicle cabin setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C). • Dual temperature control: Press and hold AUTO to
. Recirculated air may turn off automatically in all airflow
Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air
, and
engage/disengage separate passenger side temperature control.
18. AUTO: Press to engage full automatic operation, and 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.
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19. REAR: Press to enable the control located in the rear seat. Press again to turn the auxiliary system off.
OPERATING TIPS • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place
the air flow selector in the
position.
airflow to the back seats.
airflow selector in the OFF or with recirculated air engaged.
• 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 • For maximum cooling performance (MAX A/C): In AUTO mode, press AUTO control and set to desired temperature.
the windshield.
In manual override control, select and set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). Set the fan to the air highest speed initially, then adjust to maintain passenger comfort. • To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open
, A/C and recirculated
or
for 2–3 minutes after starting the vehicle or until the vehicle has “aired out.”
In extremely cold temperatures, to maximize overall heater performance it is suggested to not operate the auxiliary system (if so equipped) until the engine temperature gauge crosses into the normal operating range. 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 to the highest speed. 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.
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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AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed: Turn to select the desired fan speed. 2. Temperature/mode selection: The distribution of air from the overhead and floor registers is based on the temperature selected. Turn to select for comfort. To use the rear climate controls, ensure that REAR is pressed on the main climate control face.
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER R The rear defroster control is located on the climate control panel and works to clear the rear window of fog and thin ice. If equipped, the heated outside mirrors also operate with this control to remove snow, mist and ice from the side mirrors. 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.
CABIN AIR FILTER Your vehicle is equipped with a cabin air filter. The cabin air filter restricts the entry of airborne dust and pollen particles. The filter is located just in front of the windshield under the cowl vent screen on the passenger side of the vehicle. For more information, or to replace the filter, see your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer.
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HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps.
Turns the headlamps on.
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Note: Some vehicles may be equipped with a headlamps on with wipers feature. In order for this feature to work: • the ignition must be in run and the front wipers must be on greater than 10 seconds except during a mist wipe or while the wipers are on to clear washer fluid during a wash condition. • the headlamps and park lamps must be turned off when the ignition is in off or accessory position, or the front wipers are off for more than 30 seconds while the ambient light level is at daytime brightness.
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 a fixed period of time after the ignition switch is turned to OFF. • To turn autolamps on, rotate the • To turn autolamps off, rotate the control clockwise to
control counterclockwise to
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Autolamps - Programmable exit delay Programmable exit delay allows the length of the autolamp exit delay to be changed. Once in the programming mode, the headlamps and parklamps will turn on to indicate the start of the time desired. 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. Deselect the auto lamps. 3. Put the ignition in RUN. 4. Put the ignition in OFF. 5. Select the autolamps. • Note: Steps 2 through 5 must be performed within a 10 second • At this point, the headlamps and park lamps will turn on. 6. Deselect the auto lamps after the desired auto lamp delay time (maximum of 3 minutes). • At this point, the headlamps and park lamps will turn off. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the lowbeam headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: • the key must be in the ON position, • the headlamp control is in the OFF, parking lamps or autolamp • and the transmission must be out of PARK.
position,
period.
Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) System
does not activate 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.
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High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. Pull the lever towards you to deactivate.
Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate.
Battery saver The battery saver will shut off the exterior lamps and interior lamps, except the hazard warning lamps if activated, 10 minutes after the ignition control has been turned off. The battery saver will extend the time-out period for courtesy lamps to 30 minutes if the liftgate is ajar or the dome lamp is on via manual activation using the dome lamp switch or the headlamp switch, whichever is provided. The system will not turn off the parking lamps if the headlamp control is in the PARK position. For interior lights, refer to Illuminated entry in the Locks and security chapter.
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlight and parklamp operation. • Rotate the thumbwheel from left
to right to brighten the instrument panel.
• Rotate the thumbwheel from right
to left to dim the instrument panel.
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Your vehicle also contains a feature called “sleeping baby mode” — in which the dome lamps will remain off and only the lower lamps will illuminate. This lighting mode can be activated by rotating the thumbwheel to the first left detent position (as denoted by the half filled circle above). Domelamp Control The panel dimmer control also controls the domelamp operation. • Rotate the thumbwheel fully to the right, past detent to activate the • In order to turn off the domelamp, rotate the thumbwheel to the left. The dome lamp will not illuminate if the control switch is in the OFF position.
domelamp.
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 your authorized dealer. You will need a #2 Phillips screwdriver to make the adjustments.
ground
Vertical aim adjustment 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 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). The center of the lamp is marked by a 0.5 mm circle on the headlamp lens. 3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood.48
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4. On the wall or screen you will observe a light pattern with high intensity flat segments at the top edge of the pattern. If the flat edges are not at the horizontal reference line, the beam will need to be adjusted.
5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp, then use a # 2
Phillips screwdriver to turn the adjuster either counterclockwise (to adjust up) or clockwise (to adjust down) positioning the horizontal edge of the high intensity light on the horizontal reference line. 6. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON-ADJUSTABLE. 7. Close the hood and turn off the lamps.TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the left • Push up to activate the right turn
turn signal.
signal.
The cornering lamps feature (if equipped) automatically illuminates the left or right cornering lamps, located at the front corners of the vehicle, when the left or right turn signal, is activated. Cornering lamps are to provide better visibility of the area where the driver intends to turn.
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INTERIOR LAMPS The interior lights illuminate when: • any door is opened (and the operation switch is in the middle • the instrument panel dimmer switch is moved to the passenger side • any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF
position (right position).
position).
(and the operation switch is in the middle position).
Map lamps (if equipped) The map lamps and controls are located on the center overhead console. Press the raised portion on each lens to activate the lamps.
Second row & third row dome and map lamps (if equipped) The second row dome and map lamps are located overhead, above the second row passenger seats. The dome lamp will stay on if the panel dimmer control is moved to the passenger side position. When the control is in the middle position, the lamp will only come on when a door is opened. If the control is moved to the driver’s side position, the lamp will not come on at all. The dome lamp will illuminate whenever a front door is opened. If either front door has been opened from the outside, the lamp will remain on for 20 seconds after the door is shut. If any other door has been opened from the inside, the lamp will shut off immediately after the door is closed. To activate the map lamps, press the control on either side of the center operation switch.
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Dome lamps (if equipped) The front dome lamp is located overhead between the driver and passenger seats. The dome lamp will stay on if the panel dimmer control is moved to the passenger side position. When the control is in the middle position, the lamp will only come on when a door is opened. If the control is moved to the driver’s side position, the lamp will not come on at all. The dome lamp will illuminate whenever a front door is opened. If either front door has been opened from the outside, the lamp will remain on for 20 seconds after the door is shut. If any other door has been opened from the inside, the lamp will shut off immediately after the door is closed.
Cargo lamp The cargo lamp will stay on if the control is moved to the driver side position. When the control is in the middle position, the lamp will only come on when a door is opened. If the control is moved to the passenger’s side position, the lamp will not come on at all. With the ignition key in the ACCESSORY or ON position, the rear cargo lamp can be turned ON or OFF by sliding the control.
BULB REPLACEMENT
Headlamp Condensation The headlamps are vented to equalize pressure. When moist air enters the headlamp(s) through the vents, there is a possibility that condensation can occur. This condensation is normal and will clear within 45 minutes of headlamp operation.
Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.
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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 Front park/turn lamps Front sidemarker lamp Cornering lamps Auxiliary parking lamps Headlamps Rear license plate lamps High-mount brake lamp Rear tail/stop/turn lamps Backup lamps Dome lamp (front row) Cargo lamp Map lamps Dome lamp (third row) Map lamp (overhead console) Stepwell lamp Front seat footwell Front door mounted courtesy lamp Visor vanity lamp - Slide on Rail system (SOR) All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer.
Trade Number 3457AK (amber) 904NA (amber) 3156K 912
H13
W5WL LED (see dealer) 4157K or 3157K 3156K 10W sofitte 10W sofitte H6W 10W sofitte 906
T-562
194
16837
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Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the OFF position, then open the hood. 2. Remove the two retainer pins to release the headlamp assembly and pull headlamp assembly forward to expose the back of the bulb.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward and unlock the bulb by rotating it counterclockwise.
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 front parking/turn/sidemarker signal bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and open the hood. 2. Remove the two headlamp retaining pins to release the headlamp assembly, then pull the headlamp assembly forward to expose the bulb socket.
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3. To remove the side marker bulb, turn the bulb socket counterclockwise, and pull the bulb straight out of the socket.
4. To remove the parking/turn bulb, turn the socket on the bottom of the headlamp assembly counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out of the socket.
Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. Replacing tail lamp/backup/turn lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and open the liftgate to expose the tail lamp assembly, then remove the retaining screws for the lamp assembly. 2. Carefully remove the lamp assembly. 3. Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly. 4. Pull bulb straight out of socket and push in new bulb. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer.
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Replacing license plate lamp bulb The license plate bulbs are located in the license plate housing assembly on the liftgate. To change the license plate bulbs: 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position. 2. Remove the license lamp screw from the assembly. 3. Pull the lamp down and twist the bulb socket counterclockwise. Remove the bulb socket from the lamp. 4. Pull out the old bulb and push in the new bulb. 5. Install the bulb socket in the lamp assembly by turning it clockwise. 6. Install the lamp assembly and secure it with the retaining screw.
Replacing supplemental park lamp or cornering lamp bulbs (if equipped) The supplemental park or cornering lamp is located on the front fascia, below the bumper and headlamps. 1. Make sure the park lamp switch is in the OFF position and then remove the bulb socket from the supplemental parking lamp by turning counterclockwise. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
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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.
Rear window wiper/washer controls For rear wiper operation, rotate the rear window wiper and washer control to the desired position. Select: INT 2 — One second interval rear wiper. INT 1 — Ten second interval rear wiper. OFF — Rear wiper and washer off. For rear wash cycle, rotate (and hold as desired) the rear wiper/washer control to either From either position, the control will automatically return to the INT2 or OFF position.
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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. Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance. Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and the windshield, refer to Windows and wiper blades in the Cleaning chapter. To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended to scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. The layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the wiper rubber element.
TILT STEERING WHEEL 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.
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ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamp.
Slide on rod feature Rotate the visor towards the side window and extend it rearward for additional sunlight coverage. Note: To stow the visor back into the headliner, visor must be retracted before moving it back towards the windshield.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according to your option package.
Conversation mirror The conversation mirror allows the driver to view the rear seating area.
This does not replace the rear view mirror.
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Electronic compass/temperature display (if equipped) The overhead console may have an electronic compass and outside air temperature display. The compass heading and outside air temperature are displayed together - side by side. The display, as a whole, can be turned on or off by pressing the momentary push-button on the overhead console. When the vehicle is turned off, the electronics display will remember the last display state. Outside air temperature The temperature can be displayed in either Centigrade or Fahrenheit. This is controlled via the Message Center. Please refer to the Message Center in this chapter to change from English to metric. The ignition key must be in the ON or ACCESSORY position. 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. Compass The vehicle heading is displayed as one of N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W and NW. The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. 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.
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Zone variation mode 1. Determine which magnetic zone you are in by referring to the zone map. 2. Turn the ignition to the ON position.
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3. Press and hold the momentary push-button for approximately 4
seconds, until VAR is displayed, then release it. (Pressing the momentary push-button for 8
seconds de-calibrates the compass—see Compass Calibration Mode). 4. Press the button to increment the VAR number to the desired VAR number. Wait 5 seconds without button activity and the compass will return to the heading mode. Note: If there is no button activity for 5 seconds, the compass writes the displayed zone VAR number to memory and exits Zone Variation Mode Compass calibration mode 1. Press the momentary push button and hold it for more than 8 seconds. After 8 seconds, CAL is displayed, then release it. Note: After button release CAL will be displayed with a heading. The compass is now de-calibrated and enters the Initial AutoCal Mode. 2. Drive the vehicle in a tight circle in a magnetically clean area such as an open parking lot. Drive at a rate not faster than 15 seconds per circle 5 mph (8km/h).60
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Note: Look for a parking lot away from buildings, light posts, manhole covers, sewer and drainage grates and other metallic objects. Some magnetic objects may be hidden underground. Look for signs of underground utilities, water mains or other industrial structures. The parking lot should be level and have a smooth surface. Blacktop is preferred over cement as a cement surface often contains iron reinforcing bars or metallic mesh that could interfere with the calibration process. • The CAL indicator will turn off when the calibration process is
complete, leaving the compass heading on the display.
Note: This process normally takes about 11⁄2 circles but may take longer if magnetic noise is present or if the circles are driven too fast.
SLIDING DOOR OPERATION Manual door operation If equipped with a Power Sliding Door (PSD), turn the Power Door Lockout control on the overhead console to the OFF position. Refer to the Disabling power operation of the PSD section in this chapter for more information. Note: Before unlatching the left side door, verify that the fuel fill door is closed. The left hand door will not open if the fuel door is open. Slide the door carefully in a controlled manner to the full open position. At the end of travel, firmly push the door against the bump stop to engage the hold open mechanism to restrain the door. When operating the door on a gradient, special care should be taken to manually control the opening and closing speed of the door.
If the door is allowed to slide open or closed unrestrained, personal injury or damage to the door could result.
When closing the sliding door, keep the head, hands and other body parts of vehicle occupants out of the path of the closing door. Slide the door closed in a careful, controlled manner.
When closing the sliding doors, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the sliding door openings. Injury could result if body parts are caught or pinched in an uncontrolled sliding door.
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In some cases it may be necessary to have someone hold the door while rear seat passengers are entering or exiting the vehicle. The hold open mechanism will restrain the door open when the vehicle is parked on moderate downhill grades. On more severe grades, the operator should ensure that the open door is stable and secure against the stop, before allowing passengers to enter or exit the vehicle or before loading/unloading cargo.
Do not operate vehicle with the door in the open position. Abrupt vehicle acceleration or deceleration could cause the door to move suddenly and could result in personal injury or damage to the door.
If the vehicle is parked on a downhill grade, the door could slam shut and could result in injury or damage to the door. Ensure
that the open door is secure against the stop before allowing passengers to enter or exit the vehicle.
Power Sliding Door (PSD) (if equipped) With this option, you can open and close the sliding door(s) with the following controls inside your vehicle. • overhead console button • remote entry transmitter button • second row passenger control switch • inside and outside release handle Opening and closing the PSD The PSD will operate without the key in the ignition. The transaxle must be in PARK to open the PSD, when the key is in the ignition and turned to the ON position. The sliding door must be unlocked for the PSD to power open from the rear trim switches and the inside or outside PSD handles. The fuel filler door must be closed in order to avoid damage to it when the left sliding door is opened.
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The Power Door Lockout Control is located in the overhead console. With the control in the OFF position, power operation is disabled from both PSD handles and from both second row passenger switches. The overhead console switch and remote entry transmitter will operate the power doors regardless of the position of the lockout switch.
When opening or closing the sliding doors, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or
pets are not in the proximity of the sliding door openings. Injury could result if body parts are caught or pinched in an uncontrolled sliding door.
To power open or close the PSD from the Overhead console: Push and release the overhead console right or left hand control. Pressing this control will also simultaneously unlock all doors. To power open or close the PSD from the second row passenger control switch: • Ensure that the PSD is unlocked, using the remote entry transmitter or power door unlock. Refer to Remote Entry System in the Locks and security chapter.
• Push and release the right or left hand second row passenger control.
The control(s) are located on the trim panel in front of the sliding door.
To power open the PSD with the inside or outside release handle: • Ensure that the PSD is unlocked, using the remote entry transmitter or power door unlock. Refer to Remote Entry System in the Locks and security chapter. • Manually pull the inside or outside sliding door handle to engage the power assist feature. Release the handle as soon as the PSD begins to power open.
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To power close the PSD with the inside or outside release handle: • Manually pull the door about 6 inches in the desired direction of
travel. The power door assist will take over and complete the open or close operation.
Pressing any of the switches, overhead console, second row passenger, or remote entry transmitter while the door is moving will cause the door to either reverse direction or stop depending on the position and direction of movement of the door. To power open or close the PSD with the remote entry transmitter: Refer to the Remote entry system section in this chapter. Operating the transmitter will also simultaneously unlock the doors. Disabling PSD power operation Pressing the Power Door Lockout Control to the OFF position prevents power operation of the PSD using the rear seat control(s), inside or outside handle or by manually moving the door. With the PSD rear controls disabled, the door(s) can be opened manually with the inside or outside handles. With the Power Door Lockout control in the OFF position, the overhead console right and left hand controls and the Remote Entry System remain functional. Disabling the PSD may be desirable to prevent power operation of the door by rear seat passengers or if manual operation of the door is desired or necessary when the vehicle is stopped or parked on a steep downhill grade. Refer to the Manual operation of the sliding door section in this chapter for more information. With the child safety lock engaged, the inside handle operation will always be disabled regardless of the position of the Power Door Lockout control. Refer to the Sliding door child safety lock section in this chapter for more information. The trim mounted rear seat control and the outside handle remain functional for power operation. Safety/Obstructions If anything obstructs the Power Sliding Door while it is power closing or opening, the door will automatically reverse or stop depending on the
