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Your seat cushion power adjust lever is operated by a motor. To avoid damage to the motor, you should avoid operating this feature for an extended period of time. You should also avoid using the six-way power adjust lever continuously with the engine stopped. This could run down the battery. Use the lever to make only one adjustment at a time. Using the Split-Folding Rear Seat Your vehicle is equipped with split-folding rear seats. One or both rear seatbacks can be folded down to provide additional cargo space. NOTE: When folding down the rear seatback, the seat belt tongue should be hanging on the hook of the lower, side trim panel, near the edge of the side of the seat cushion.
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To raise the seatback, lift the seatback rearward until it latches. Make sure the seatback is locked in position by pushing it forward and backward.
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Check to see that the seat and seatback are latched securely in position. Keep floor area free of objects that would prevent proper seat engagement. Never attempt to adjust the seat while the vehicle is in motion.
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Cargo should always be secured to prevent it from shifting and causing damage to the vehicle or harm to passengers.
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Do not remove the floor carpet in your vehicle. Emission controls cause high exhaust temperatures under the floor.
NOTE: When returning the folding seats to the
upright position, remember to return rear shoulder belts to their proper position.
NOTE: Your vehicle has stowage hooks on the lower rear side trim panel on which to hook the safety belts when not in use. Simply hook the tongue slot over the stowage hook.
Important Safety Belt Information The use of safety belts helps to restrain you and your passengers in case of a collision. In most states and in Canada, the law requires their use. Safety belts provide best restraint when:
the seatback is upright the occupant is sitting upright (not slouched) the lap belt is snug and low on the hips the shoulder belt is snug against the chest the knees are straight forward
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To help you remember to fasten your safety belt, a warning light may come on and a chime may sound. See Safety Belt Warning Light/Chime in the Instrumentation chapter. See the following sections in this chapter for directions on how to properly use these safety belts. Also see Safety Restraints for Children in this chapter for special instructions about using safety belts for children.
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Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.
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Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. 2) Never swing it around your neck over the inside shoulder. 3) Never use a single belt for more than one person.
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Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified technician after any collision. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.
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Children should always ride with the seatback in the fully upright position.
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Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision.
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Lock the doors of your vehicle before driving to lessen the risk of the door coming open in a collision.
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts While your vehicle is in motion, the combination lap and shoulder belt adjusts to your movement. However, if you brake hard, turn hard, or if your vehicle receives an impact of 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, the lap/shoulder belt locks and helps reduce your forward movement. After you get into your vehicle, close the door and lock it. Then adjust the driver or passenger seat to the position that suits you best. Pull the combination lap/shoulder belt from the retractor so that the shoulder portion of the belt crosses your shoulder and chest. Be sure the belt is not twisted. If it is, remove the twist. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened to the buckle by pulling on tongue.
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Fastening the front seat combination lap and shoulder belt NOTE: Be sure to read and understand
Important Safety Belt Information in this chapter.
Unfastening the combination lap and shoulder belt — front and rear seating positions While the belt retracts, guide the tongue to its original position to prevent it from striking you or the vehicle.
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Lap/Shoulder Belt Retractors (Dual Locking Modes) Your vehicle is equipped with a dual locking mode retractor on the shoulder belt portion of the combination lap/shoulder safety belt for passengers. Dual locking mode retractors operate in two ways: Vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode In this operating mode, the shoulder belt retractor will allow the occupant freedom of movement, locking tight only on hard braking, hard cornering or impacts of approximately 5 mph (8 km/h) or more. The retractor can also be made to lock by pulling the belt out quickly. Automatic locking mode In this operating mode, the shoulder belt retractor will be automatically locked and will remain locked when the combination lap/shoulder safety belt is buckled, and does not allow the occupant freedom of movement. This mode provides the following: q A tight lap/shoulder belt on the occupant. q Child safety seat installation.
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Rear-facing child seats or infant carriers should never be placed in the front seats.
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This mode must be used when installing a child seat. To switch the retractor from the emergency locking mode to the automatic locking mode, perform the following steps: 1. Buckle the lap/shoulder combination belt. 2. Pull on the belt until all of the stored belt is
out of the retractor and a click is heard.
3. A clicking sound will continue to be heard
as the belt is allowed to retract. This indicates that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode.
NOTE: When the combination lap/shoulder
belt is unbuckled and allowed to retract completely, the retractor will switch to the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. See the detailed instructions under Safety Seats for Children in this chapter. Safety Belt Extension Assembly A safety belt that is too short even when fully extended can be lengthened. You can add about eight inches (20 cm) to the belt length with a safety belt extension assembly. Safety belt extensions are available at no cost from your dealer. Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended. Do not use extension to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso.
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Failure to follow these instructions will affect the performance of the safety belts and increase the risk of personal injury.
Safety Belt Maintenance Check the safety belt systems periodically to make sure that they work properly and are not damaged. All safety belt assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckle support assemblies (slide bar) (if equipped), shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), child safety seat tether bracket assemblies (if equipped), and attaching hardware, should be inspected after any collision. Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced. However, if the collision was minor and a qualified technician finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) Important Air Bag Precautions Your vehicle is equipped with a supplemental restraint system designed to work with the safety belts to help protect you and your right front seat passenger in the event of a collision. The Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System is primarily designed to reduce certain upper body injuries.
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All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always wear their safety belts, failure to do so may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision.
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Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the air bag covers that may come into contact with an inflating air bag. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision.
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Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.
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If you are close to an inflating air bag, it could seriously injure you. Position your seat such that it is as far back from the steering wheel as possible but still allows you to properly control the vehicle.
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Children and Air Bags NOTE: For additional important safety
information on the proper use of seat belts, child seats, and infant seats, please read the entire Safety Restraints chapter in this owner guide.
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Children should always wear their safety belts. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision.
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Rear-facing child seats or infant carriers should never be placed in the front seats.
How Does the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System Work? The Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System is designed to activate when the vehicle is in a collision similar to hitting a fixed barrier head on at 8-14 mph. The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation.
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If the vehicle is in a moderate or severe frontal collision, the system is activated and the air bags inflate rapidly. After the air bag inflates, it will quickly deflate. After the air bag deployment, you may notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This is normal. The residue may consist of cornstarch or talcum powder (which is used to lubricate the air bag) or sodium compounds, such as sodium carbonates (e.g. baking soda) that result from the combustion process that inflates the air bag. Small amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes, but none of the residue is toxic. The Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System will reduce, but not eliminate all injuries in an accident.
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Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not try to touch them after inflation.
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The air bag will inflate only once. The system is designed to function on a one-time-only basis. If the air bag is inflated, THE AIR BAG WILL NOT FUNCTION AGAIN AND MUST BE REPLACED IMMEDIATELY. If the air bag is not replaced, this will increase the risk of injury in a subsequent collision.
The Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System consists of: q driver and passenger air bag modules (which
include the inflators and air bags), one or more impact and safing sensors, a system diagnostic module, a readiness light and tone, and the electrical wiring which connects the components.
The diagnostic module monitors its own circuits, the air bag electrical system, the air bag readiness light, the air bag power and the air bag inflators.
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Inflated passenger-side air bag
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Determining if System Is Operational The Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System uses a readiness light and a tone to indicate the condition of the system. The readiness light is in the instrument cluster. When you turn the ignition key to ON, this light will illuminate for approximately six (6) seconds and then turn off. This indicates that the system is operating normally. NOTE: Routine maintenance of the air bag system is not required. A problem with the system is indicated by one or more of the following:
the readiness light will either flash or stay lit, the readiness light will not light immediately after ignition is turned on, a group of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System serviced at your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a collision. Disposal of Air Bags and Air Bag Equipped Vehicles For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles, see your local Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Air bags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel.
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Safety Restraints for Children In the U.S. and Canada, you are required by law to use safety restraints for children. If small children ride in your vehicle — this generally includes children who are four years old or younger and who weigh 40 pounds (18 kg) or less — you must put them in safety seats that are made specially for children. Safety belts alone do not provide maximum protection for these children. Check your local and state laws for specific requirements.
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Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision.
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To prevent the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained.
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It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly.
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When possible, put children in the rear seat of your vehicle. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating positions.
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Failure to follow all instructions on the proper use of child seats or the vehicle restraint systems can result in serious injury or death in the event of a sudden stop or collision.
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Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision.
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Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them.
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Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended in your vehicle.
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Safety Seats for Children Use a safety belt that is recommended for the size and weight of the child. Always follow the safety seat manufacturer’s instructions when installing and using the safety seat. Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capable of providing a tether anchorage. For more information on top tether straps see Attaching Safety Seats With Tether Straps in this chapter. When installing a child safety seat, be sure to use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position, and make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. For a shoulder/lap belt combination with a sliding tongue, make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode.
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When using forward-facing child seats move the passenger seat as far back from the instrument panel as possible. Never secure rear-facing child seats or infant carriers in the front seat.
The force of the rapidly inflating passenger air bag could push the top of the rear-facing seat against the vehicle seatback, armrests or console. Rear-facing infant seats must always be secured in the rear seat. All child restraint systems are designed to be secured in vehicle seats by lap belts or by the lap portion of a lap-shoulder belt.
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If you do not properly secure the safety seat, the child occupying the seat may be injured during a collision or sudden stop. An unsecured safety seat could also injure other passengers.
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Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision.
Installing Child Safety Seats Your vehicle is equipped with a dual locking mode retractor on the shoulder belt portion of the front passenger seat and both rear seats. The automatic locking mode must be used when installing a child seat or infant carrier in the front passenger seat or rear seats.
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Rear-facing child seats or infant carriers should never be placed in the front seats.
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If you choose to install a child safety seat in the front seat, move the seat as far back as possible. 1. Position the child seat or infant carrier on
the passenger seat of the vehicle.
2. Pull down on the shoulder belt, then grasp
the shoulder belt and lap belt together.
Grasping lap and shoulder belt together
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3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt
portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted.
Routing safety belt through child seat or infant carrier
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4. Grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and
pull downward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard. At this time, the retractor is in the automatic locking mode (child seat restraint mode).
Setting the retractor to automatic locking mode
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5. Allow the belt to retract. Pull up on the
shoulder webbing. A clicking sound will be heard as the belt retracts. This indicates that the retractor is in the automatic locking mode. Push down on the child seat while you pull up on the belt webbbing to remove any slack in the belt.
Removing slack from belt
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6. Before placing the child in the child seat or infant carrier, forcibly tilt the seat from side to side, and tug it forward to make sure that the seat is securely held in place.
Checking that the seat is secure
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7. Double check that the retractor is in the
automatic locking mode. Try to pull more belt out of the retractor. If you cannot, the belt is in the automatic locking mode.
Checking the retractor 8. Check to make sure that the child seat or infant carrier is properly secured prior to each use. If the belt is not locked, repeat steps 4 through 7.
NOTE: To remove the retractor from automatic lock mode, allow seat belt retract fully to its stowed position and the retractor will automatically switch back to the vehicle sensitive locking mode for normal adult usage.
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Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision.
Attaching Safety Seats With Tether Straps Some manufacturers make safety seats that include a tether strap that goes over the back of the vehicle seat and attaches to an anchoring point. Other manufacturers offer the tether strap as an accessory. Contact the manufacturer of your child safety seat for information about ordering a tether strap. Front Seats To install a tether from a child safety seat in the front seat: 1. Buckle the lap/shoulder belt (in the seat
directly behind the front passenger seat in which the child safety seat will be installed).
2. Pull all the stored belt out of the rear seat
retractor to switch the retractor to automatic locking mode.
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3. Let the retractor wind up the slack from the lap/shoulder belt. A clicking sound should be heard as the belt retracts, indicating that the retractor is in automatic locking mode. Install the child safety seat in the front seat. Refer to the previous section on Installing Safety Seats. Hook the tether strap hook around the webbing near the center of the shoulder portion of the locked lap/shoulder belt.
5. Tighten the tether strap.
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Rear Seats If you use a tethered safety seat on one of the rear seats, install a tether anchor bracket to one of the two 0.3 inch (8 mm) weld nuts on the rear of the cargo area below the opening for the liftgate. Tether Anchorage Hardware Tether anchor hardware kits can be obtained at no charge from any Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Be sure to follow the child safety seat manufacturer’s instructions.
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Tighten the anchor according to specifications. Otherwise, the safety seat may not be properly secured and the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision.
Installing the Anchor Bracket 1. Open the liftgate and take out the luggage
compartment cover (if equipped).
2. The anchorage nuts used to secure the tether
anchor are located in the rear body panel behind the trim at the rear of the luggage compartment. Remove the trim panel. The backside of the panel is scored at the locations of the anchorage nuts. Make a hole the size of the scoring in the trim panel to provide access to the anchor nut. The hole should be made on the same side of the vehicle as the child safety seat will be located. Reinstall the trim panel.
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Install the hardware for anchoring the tether following the instructions in the tether anchorage hardware kit.
4. Re-install luggage compartment cover.
Installing the anchor bracket
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Starting
Fuel-Injected Engines When starting a fuel-injected engine, the most important thing to remember is to avoid pressing down on the accelerator before or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you have problems getting your vehicle started. See Starting Your Engine in this chapter for details about when to use the accelerator while you start your vehicle. Starting Your Vehicle Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
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Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine.
Before you start your vehicle, do the following:
1. Make sure all occupants in the vehicle
buckle their safety belts. See Safety Restraints in the Index for more details.
2. Make sure the headlamps and other
accessories are turned off when starting.
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If you have an automatic transaxle, make sure that the gearshift is in P (Park) and the parking brake is set before you turn the key. If you have a manual transaxle, make sure that the parking brake is fully set, push the clutch pedal to the floor, and put the gearshift into Neutral before you turn the key. (Remember, the starter will operate only if the clutch pedal is pushed all the way to the floor.)
Testing the Warning Lights Before you start your vehicle, you should test the warning lights on the instrument panel to make sure that they work. Refer to the Instrumentation chapter. Starting Your Engine To start your engine: 1. Follow the steps under Preparing to Start
Your Vehicle at the beginning of this section. 2. Keep your foot on the brake pedal and turn
the ignition key to the ON position.
3. DO NOT depress the accelerator pedal when
starting your engine. DO NOT use the accelerator while the vehicle is parked.
4. Turn the key to the START position
(cranking) until the engine starts. Allow the key to return to the ON position after the engine has started. If you have difficulty in turning the key, rotate the steering wheel slightly because it may be binding.
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For a cold engine: q At temperatures 10˚F (-12˚C) and below: If
the engine does not start in fifteen (15) seconds on the first try, turn the key to OFF, wait approximately ten (10) seconds so you do not flood the engine, then try again.
q At temperatures above 10˚F (-12˚C): If the engine does not start in five (5) seconds on the first try, turn the key to OFF, wait approximately ten (10) seconds so you do not flood the engine, then try again.
For a warm engine: q Do not hold the key in the START position for more than five (5) seconds at a time. If the engine does not start within five (5) seconds on the first try, turn the key to the OFF position. Wait a few seconds after the starter stops, then try again.
Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. After you start the engine, let it idle for a few seconds. Keep your foot on the brake pedal and put the gearshift lever in gear. Release the parking brake. Slowly release the brake pedal and drive away in the normal manner. NOTE: Automatic transaxle equipped vehicles
have an interlock that prevents you from shifting out of P (Park) unless your foot is on the brake pedal.
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If the engine does not start after two attempts: 1. Turn the ignition key to the OFF position. 2. Press the accelerator all the way to the floor
and hold it.
3. Turn the ignition key to the START position. 4. Release the ignition key when the engine
starts.
5. Release the accelerator gradually as the
engine speeds up.
If the engine still does not start, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have been activated. For directions on how to reset the switch see Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch in the index. A computer system controls the engine’s idle speed. When you start your vehicle, the engine’s idle speed normally runs high. These faster engine speeds will make your vehicle coast slightly faster than its normal idle speed. It should, however, slow down after a short time. If it does not, have the idle speed checked. If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically, do not allow your vehicle to idle for more than 10 minutes. Have the vehicle checked.
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Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage.
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RWARNING
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
Engine Block Heater (If equipped) Engine block heaters are strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach -10˚F (-23˚C) or below. An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which improves starting, warms up the engine faster, and allows the heater-defrost system to respond quickly. To turn the heater on, simply plug it into a grounded 110-volt outlet. Ford recommends that you use a 110-volt circuit that is protected by a ground fault circuit interrupter.
RWARNING
To prevent electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters.
For best results, plug the heater in at least three hours before you start your vehicle. Using the heater for longer than three hours will not damage the engine, so you can plug it in at night to start your vehicle the following morning.
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If the Engine Cranks but Does Not Start or Does Not Start After a Collision The Fuel Pump Shut-off Switch If the engine cranks but does not start or does not start even after a small collision, the fuel pump shut-off switch may have been activated. The shut-off switch is a device intended to stop the fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt. Refer to Roadside Emergencies for more information. Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes Carbon monoxide, although colorless and odorless, is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects.
RWARNING
Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine.
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If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes.
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Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems checked whenever:
your vehicle is raised for service the sound of the exhaust system changes your vehicle has been damaged in a collision Improve your ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of snow, leaves, and other debris. If the engine is idling while you are stopped in an open area for long periods of time, open the windows at least one inch (2.5 cm). Also, adjust the heating or air conditioning system to bring in outside air.
If you are using the heater, set the fan speed on MEDIUM or HIGH with the function selector control on VENT. If you want to use the air conditioner, set the function selector control in the NORM A/C position which brings in fresh air.
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Removing the Key From the Ignition 1. Put the gearshift selector lever in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or 1 (First) (manual transaxle).
2. Set the parking brake fully. 3. For a manual transaxle: Push in on the lock
cylinder and turn the key from ACC to LOCK. For an automatic transaxle: Turn the key to LOCK.
4. Remove the key. If the driver or passenger door is open while the key is still in the ignition, a warning chime sounds.
RWARNING
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or in 1 (First) (manual transaxle).
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Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended in your vehicle.
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Driving
Brakes Applying the Brakes
Your vehicle may have four-wheel power anti-lock disc brakes which adjust automatically through everyday use.
Some models have power front disc brakes and rear drum brakes which automatically adjust as the brake pads and linings wear down.
If your vehicle does not have anti-lock brakes, apply the brake pedal gradually. Use the “squeeze” technique — push on the brake pedal with a steadily increasing force. This allows the wheels to continue to roll while you are slowing down, which lets you steer properly.
If your vehicle does not have anti-lock brakes, extreme braking can make the wheels lock and slide, causing you to lose control of the steering. If the wheels lock, release the brake pedal and repeat the “squeeze” technique.
Do not drive with your foot resting on the brake pedal; you will wear out the linings and increase your vehicle’s stopping distance. Brake rotor damage may also eventually occur.
NOTE: If you are driving down a long or
steep hill, shift to a lower gear and do not apply your brakes continuously. If you apply your brakes continuously, they may overheat and become less effective.
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Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not indicate a performance concern with the vehicle’s brake system. In normal operation, automotive brake systems may emit occasional or intermittent squeal or groan noises when the brakes are applied. Such noises are usually heard during the first few brake applications in the morning; however they may be heard at any time while braking and can be aggravated by environmental conditions such as cold, heat, moisture, road dust, salt or mud. If a "metal-to-metal" or "continuous grinding" sound is present while braking, the brake linings may be worn-out and should be inspected by a qualified service technician. Anti-lock Brake System (If equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with the anti-lock brake system (ABS), the wheels will not lock and slide when you press down hard on the brake pedal. The ABS automatically starts releasing and reapplying the front brakes independently and the rear brakes together whenever your vehicle’s wheels start to lock. When this happens, you will feel the brake pedal pulsate. This is an indication that the ABS is working correctly and is normal. If the brake pedal is applied while the vehicle is driven over uneven road surfaces, the ABS may cycle and the driver may sense a pulsation in the brake pedal, accompanied by a slight up and down movement of the pedal height and a clicking sound. This may also happen when driving on an inclined surface such as a driveway while making a sharp turn. This is a normal condition. Each time you turn the ignition key to the ON position, the ABS will function through one test cycle. When this happens, the ABS light will illuminate for up to five seconds. If the light illuminates longer than five seconds, shut off the
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engine and restart. If it remains illuminated, it means the ABS is disabled and should be serviced immediately to restore the benefits of the anti-lock feature. Normal braking is not affected unless the red BRAKE system warning light is also illuminated. ABS has self-check capabilities. As described above, the system turns on the ABS light each time you start your engine. After the engine is started and the ABS light turns off, the system performs another test the first time the vehicle reaches 4-9 mph (6-15 km/h). The system turns on the ABS pump motor for approximately 1/2
second. At this time, a mechanical noise may be heard. This is a normal part of the self-check feature. If a malfunction is found during this check the ABS light will come on. On vehicles equipped with an antilock braking system (ABS), a noise from the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the pedal may be observed during ABS braking events. Pedal pulsation coupled with noise while braking under panic conditions or on loose gravel, wet or snowy roads is normal and indicated proper functioning of the vehicle’s antilock brake system. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder while braking, mainly in the steering wheel, the vehicle most likely needs service. Ford Motor Company has not found any detrimental effects of popular mobile radio transmitting equipment installed on vehicles equipped with the Anti-lock Brake System if normal radio installation practices are rigidly followed. However, if after installing mobile radio transmitting equipment, the Anti-lock Brake System light comes on at any time other than immediately after turning the key to the135
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ON position, or during a sudden stop, have your mobile radio dealer inspect the radio installation. Proper radio installation procedures to be followed are published by the radio manufacturer. Parking Brake The parking brake should be used whenever you park your vehicle. If the brakes don’t operate while the vehicle is in motion, you can make an emergency stop with the parking brake, however, the stopping distance will be much greater than normal. The parking brake lever is located between the front seats. To set the parking brake, put your foot on the brake pedal while pulling the parking brake handle fully and firmly upward.
Parking brake (handbrake)
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To prevent personal injury, do not release the parking brake while outside the vehicle.
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Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transaxle) or in 1 (First) (manual transaxle).
Always check the Brake Warning Light each time you start your engine. Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and will reduce the fuel economy.
R WARNING
If the parking brake is fully released, but the Brake System light remains on, have the brakes checked immediately. They may not be working properly.
The parking brake is not designed to stop a moving vehicle, but you can use the parking brake to stop your vehicle in an emergency if the normal brakes fail. However, since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes, the stopping distance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected. Steering Your Vehicle Your vehicle is equipped with power steering. Power steering uses energy from the engine to help steer your vehicle. If the amount of effort needed to steer your vehicle changes at a constant vehicle speed, have the power steering system checked. If the power
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steering system breaks down (or if the engine is turned off), you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more effort. Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or left for more than five seconds if the engine is running. This can damage the power steering pump. Procedures for driving your vehicle will vary depending on which type of transaxle your vehicle has. You may be familiar with the term “transmission.” We use transaxle because it is a more accurate term for vehicles that have front-wheel drive. Your vehicle has one of two types of transaxles:
a manual five-speed overdrive an automatic four-speed overdrive Driving with an Automatic Overdrive Transaxle Putting Your Vehicle in Gear The automatic transaxle on your vehicle is an electrically controlled four speed. The highest gear is Overdrive. The Overdrive position is reflected by D in the shift selector indicator. The automatic transaxle uses the conventional selector lever, and an Overdrive OFF button. All normal driving is done with the selector in the D position.
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Automatic shift lever Your automatic transaxle vehicle has a console-mounted shift selector lever. You must step on the brake pedal, start the engine, and then push in the thumb button to move the shift selector lever to the position you choose.
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Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift lever from position to position. If you do not hold the brake pedal down, your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone.
Shift-lock System (If equipped) For your safety, the automatic transaxle has a shift-lock system, which prevents shifting the transaxle out of the P (Park) position without depressing the brake pedal when the ignition key is in the ON position. To shift the transaxle out of the P (Park) position: 1. Depress and hold the brake pedal. 2. Start the engine. 3. Push in the thumb button and move the
shift selector lever.
4. See Shift Lock Emergency Override in this
section for more information.
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Automatic console-mounted gearshift lever NOTE: When the ignition key is in the ACC
or LOCK position, the transaxle cannot be shifted from the P (Park) position. If the brake pedal is repeatedly depressed and released when the ignition is in the ON position and the selector lever is in the P (Park) position, a chattering near the gearshift lever may be heard. This is not a malfunction.
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NOTE: Your vehicle’s gearshift lever is
securely latched in P (Park) if you cannot move it without pushing in the thumb button. Keep the brake pedal depressed while moving your gearshift lever.
To make the system more effective, the ignition key cannot be removed unless the gearshift selector lever is in the P (Park) position. Shift lock emergency override If the gearshift selector lever should fail to move from the P (Park) position with the brake pedal depressed, continue depressing the brake pedal. 1. Remove the shift lock override cover with a
2.
screwdriver. Insert the screwdriver into the shift lock override opening and push the screwdriver down.
3. Push and hold the thumb button. 4. Move the shift selector lever. If you need to shift out of P (Park) by using the alternate procedure described above, it is possible that a fuse has blown and that your brakelamps may also not be functional. Please refer to the chapter titled Roadside Emergencies in this Owner Guide for instructions on checking and replacing fuses.
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DO NOT DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE UNTIL YOU VERIFY THAT THE BRAKELAMPS ARE WORKING.
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Once the gearshift is secure in the desired position, release the brake pedal and use the accelerator as necessary. Driving When to use Overdrive (D with Overdrive activated) Overdrive is the usual driving position for an automatic overdrive transaxle. It works the same way Drive (Overdrive OFF) works, automatically upshifting or downshifting as the vehicle speeds or slows. However, Overdrive also shifts into a fourth gear —an overdrive gear — when your vehicle cruises at a consistent speed for any length of time. This fourth gear will increase your fuel economy when you travel at cruising speeds. Cancelling Overdrive Overdrive may not be appropriate for certain terrain. If the transaxle shifts back and forth between third and fourth gears while you are driving on hilly roads, select Drive (Overdrive OFF) by cancelling Overdrive as outlined below. The Overdrive Off (O/D OFF) button is located on the gearshift. The Overdrive Off (O/D OFF) light is located in the instrument cluster. The O/D OFF light is not illuminated during normal vehicle operation. This allows the transaxle to upshift and downshift from 1st through 4th gears. When the O/D OFF button is pressed, Overdrive is cancelled and the O/D OFF light in the instrument cluster illuminates. When the O/D OFF light is illuminated, the transaxle will upshift and downshift from 1st through 3rd gears.
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Overdrive OFF indicator light To return the transaxle to normal operation (1st through 4th gears) press the O/D OFF button again. The O/D OFF button may be used to cancel Overdrive any time the vehicle is being driven. Each time your vehicle is started, the Overdrive system will automatically be in the normal “overdrive on” mode and the light will not be illuminated. If the light does not illuminate when the O/D OFF button is pressed, or if the light flashes when you are driving, have your vehicle serviced at the first opportunity. If this condition persists, damage could occur to the transaxle. When to use Drive (D with Overdrive OFF) In Drive (Overdrive OFF), your vehicle automatically upshifts or downshifts from 1st through 4th gears as the vehicle speeds up or slows down. It also downshifts when you need extra acceleration to pass or when driving up a hill. Selecting Drive (Overdrive OFF) will eliminate the transaxle’s tendency to “hunt” between third and fourth gears while driving over hilly terrain. It also gives your vehicle more engine braking to slow your vehicle than Overdrive does.
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When to use 2 (Second) Use Second (2) to help drive up moderately steep hills or when starting on slick surfaces. It prevents the transaxle from frequently shifting up and down. It also gives more engine braking than Overdrive or Drive when going down hills. Do not go faster than 64 mph (102 km/h) with the gearshift in the Second (2) position. If you shift from Overdrive or Drive to Second because of hilly terrain, your transaxle will automatically downshift in the proper sequence. When to use 1 (First) When your vehicle is in First (1), it gives more engine braking to slow your car than Drive (D with Overdrive OFF) on downgrades. Do not go faster than 32 mph (50 km/h) in this gear. You can upshift from First (1) into D Position at any speed. If you shift from Overdrive or Drive to First (1) because of hilly terrain, your transaxle will automatically downshift in the proper sequence. Reverse In the Reverse (R) position, the vehicle moves only backward. Your vehicle must be stopped before shifting into Reverse (R). Neutral In Neutral (N), the wheels of the transaxle are not locked. Your vehicle will roll freely, even on the slightest incline, unless the parking brake or brakes are on.
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Parking Always come to a complete stop before you shift into P (Park). Make sure that the shift selector lever is securely latched in P (Park). This locks the transaxle and prevents the front wheels from rotating.
R WARNING
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle.
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Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running.
You can tell the gearshift is securely latched when the thumb button has popped out. In this position the gearshift selector lever cannot be moved unless the button is pushed in.
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Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift lever from position to position. If you do not hold the brake pedal down, your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone.
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Driving with a Manual Transaxle Using the Clutch After the engine starts, allow it to idle for a few seconds. Then, hold your right foot on the brake pedal, push the clutch pedal to the floor with your left foot, and move the shift selector lever into 1 (First) or R (Reverse). To move the vehicle, lift your right foot off the brake pedal and slowly release the clutch pedal. (You need to press down slowly on the accelerator at the same time you release the clutch pedal.) Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal and do not use the clutch to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill. These actions will seriously reduce clutch life. Driving with your foot resting on the clutch may cause the vehicle to jerk sharply when pressing or removing your other foot from the accelerator.
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Shifting the Gears The gearshift for a manual transaxle is mounted on the floor. The gearshift can be in one of seven possible positions, as shown.
Shift pattern Always push the clutch pedal all the way in when you shift. You should upshift according to the speeds given in the chart later in this chapter. Sometimes, you will upshift at higher speeds. For example, you may want to stay in a lower gear to gain more power for passing or for climbing a hill. However, you must stay within the range when you upshift or downshift.
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Backing up To shift into R (Reverse): 1. Bring your vehicle to a complete stop. 2. Push the clutch pedal in all the way to the
floor and hold it. If you do not hold the clutch pedal in all the way, you may hear a grinding noise when you shift.
3. Put the gearshift in Neutral and wait at least 3 seconds before shifting into R (Reverse) to prevent a grinding noise. Do not release the clutch.
4. Then push the gearshift all the way to the
right and pull it down into R (Reverse). When in 5 (Fifth) gear, you can engage R (Reverse) only by moving the gearshift to Neutral before you shift into R (Reverse). This is a special lockout feature that protects you from accidentally shifting into R (Reverse) when you downshift from 5 (Fifth) gear.
5. Once R (Reverse) is engaged, slowly release
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If R (Reverse) is not engaged, continue to push the clutch pedal in while you put the gearshift back into Neutral. Then, release the clutch pedal for a moment and repeat steps 2 through 5.
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Upshifting For normal acceleration, you should upshift at the following speeds:
For cruising, you should upshift at the following speeds.
Downshifting When you slow down or climb a steep hill, always downshift before the engine starts to lose power. Downshifting reduces the chance of stalling and gives your vehicle better acceleration to increase speed again. When you drive down steep hills, downshifting helps you keep a safe speed and helps prevent unnecessary wear on the brakes. When you come to a stop, do not downshift through each gear. Disengage the clutch and use the brake as necessary. Downshifting through the gears decreases your vehicle’s fuel economy.
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Parking To park your vehicle, shift into 1 (First), set the parking brake fully, and turn off the ignition.
WARNING
Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully.
Driving With a Heavy Load There are limits to the amount of weight your vehicle can carry. The total weight of your vehicle, plus the weight of the passengers and cargo, should never be more than the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR). Also, the weight that your vehicle carries over each axle should never be more than the Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for the respective axle. You can find your vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR on the Safety Compliance Certification Label on the left door lock pillar. The weight limits of your vehicle’s tires affect the GVWR or GAWR limitations. Usage of replacement tires with higher weight limits than originals does not increase GVWR or GAWR. Usage of lower capacity replacement tires may lower GVWR and GAWR limitations.
WARNING
Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the Safety Compliance Certification Label.
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Limiting Your Vehicle’s Load The load you add to your vehicle must not exceed the maximum load stated on the tire information decal. To figure the weight of your vehicle’s load, add the weights of:
the driver and passengers
