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women should also follow this practice. See the following figure.

Pregnant women should always wear their safety belts. The lap belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt should be positioned low across the hips below the belly and worn as tight as comfort will allow. The shoulder belt should be positioned to cross the middle of the shoulder and the center of the chest.

Safety Belt Locking Modes

WARNING: After any vehicle crash, the safety belt system at all passenger seating positions must be checked by an authorized dealer to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still functioning properly. In addition, all safety belts should be checked for proper function.

WARNING: BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the safety belt assembly automatic locking

retractor feature or any other safety belt function is not operating properly when checked by an authorized dealer. Failure to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in crashes.

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All safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The driver safety belt has the first type of locking mode, and the front outboard passenger and rear seat safety belts have both types of locking modes described as follows: Vehicle Sensitive Mode This is the normal retractor mode, which allows free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of about 5 mph (8 km/h) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers. In addition, the retractor is designed to lock if the webbing is pulled out too quickly. If this occurs, let the belt retract slightly and pull webbing out again in a slow and controlled manner. Automatic Locking Mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode This mode should be used any time a child safety seat, except a booster, is installed in passenger front or rear seating positions. Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position whenever possible. See the Child Safety chapter. How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode

1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 2. Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out. 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode.

How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode Unbuckle the combination lap and shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode.

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Safety Belt Extension Assembly

WARNING: Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso.

If the safety belt is too short when fully extended, you can obtain a safety belt extension assembly from an authorized 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.

SAFETY BELT HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT

WARNING: Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust

the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt and increase the risk of injury in a crash.

Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder.

To adjust the shoulder belt height downward, press the button (A) and slide the height adjuster (B) upwards slightly and then down. Release the button and pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place.

To adjust the belt upward, slide the adjuster up. You do not need to push the button to slide the adjuster upwards.

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SAFETY BELT WARNING LIGHT AND INDICATOR CHIME

This lamp illuminates and an audible warning will sound if the driver’s safety belt has not been fastened when the vehicle’s ignition is turned on.

Conditions of Operation If... The driver’s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position... The driver’s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding... The driver’s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position...

Then... The safety belt warning light illuminates 1-2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds.

The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off.

The safety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off.

SAFETY BELT-MINDER® This feature supplements the safety belt warning function by providing additional reminders by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning light when the driver’s or front passenger’s seat is occupied and the safety belt is unbuckled. The system uses information from the front passenger sensing system to determine if a front seat passenger is present and therefore potentially in need of a warning. To avoid activating the Belt-Minder® feature for objects placed in the front passenger seat, warnings will only be given to front seat occupants as determined by the front passenger sensing system. If the Belt-Minder® warnings have expired (warnings for about five minutes) for one occupant (driver or front passenger), the other occupant can still activate the Belt-Minder® feature.

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If... The driver’s and front passenger’s safety belts are buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position or less than 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on... The driver’s or front passenger’s safety belt is not buckled when the vehicle has reached at least 6 mph (9.7 km/h) and 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on... The driver’s or front passenger’s safety belt becomes unbuckled for about one minute while the vehicle is traveling at least 6 mph (9.7 km/h) and more than 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to on...

Then... The Belt-Minder® feature will not activate.

The Belt-Minder® feature is activated - the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for six seconds every 25 seconds, repeating for about five minutes or until the safety belts are buckled. The Belt-Minder® feature is activated - the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for six seconds every 25 seconds, repeating for about five minutes or until the safety belts are buckled.

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Deactivating and Activating the Belt-Minder® Feature

WARNING: While the design allows you to deactivate your Belt-Minder®, this system is designed to improve your chances of being safely belted and surviving an accident. We recommend you leave the Belt-Minder system activated for yourself and others who may use the vehicle. To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate or activate the Belt-Minder feature while driving the vehicle.

Read Steps 1 - 3 thoroughly before proceeding with the programming procedure. The Belt-Minder feature can be deactivated and activated by performing the following procedure: Before following the procedure, make sure that: • the parking brake is set. • the transmission selector lever is in position P. • the ignition is off. • the driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled. 1. Turn the ignition on. DO NOT START THE ENGINE. 2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off (about one to two minutes). • Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety belt

warning light turns off.

3. Buckle then unbuckle the driver’s safety belt nine times at a moderate speed, ending in the unbuckled state. As confirmation, the safety belt warning light will flash three times. • This will disable the Belt-Minder feature for that seating position if it • This will enable the Belt-Minder feature for that seating position if it is

is currently enabled.

currently disabled.

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CHILD RESTRAINT AND SAFETY BELT MAINTENANCE Inspect the vehicle safety belts and child safety seat systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged. Inspect the vehicle and child seat safety belts to make sure there are no nicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary. All vehicle safety belt assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front safety belt buckle assemblies, buckle support assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seat back (if equipped), child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors, and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a crash. Read the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions for additional inspection and maintenance information specific to the child restraint. Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a crash be replaced. However, if the crash was minor and an authorized dealer 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 crash should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. For proper care of soiled safety belts, see Cleaning the Interior in the Vehicle Care chapter.

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PERSONAL SAFETY SYSTEM™ The Personal Safety System provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help further reduce the risk of airbag-related injuries. The system is able to analyze different occupant conditions and crash severity before activating the appropriate safety devices to help better protect a range of occupants in a variety of frontal crash situations. Your vehicle’s Personal Safety System consists of: • Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints. • Front outboard safety belts with pretensioners, energy management • Driver’s seat position sensor. • Front passenger sensing system. • Passenger airbag off and on indicator lamp. • Front crash severity sensors. • Restraints control module with impact and safing sensors. • Restraint system warning light and backup tone. • The electrical wiring for the airbags, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position sensor, front passenger sensing system, and indicator lights.

retractors (first row only), and safety belt usage sensors.

How Does the Personal Safety System Work? The Personal Safety System can adapt the deployment strategy of your vehicle’s safety devices according to crash severity and occupant conditions. A collection of crash and occupant sensors provides information to the restraints control module. During a crash, the restraints control module may activate the safety belt pretensioners and/or either one or both stages of the dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints based on crash severity and occupant conditions.

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PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION

WARNING: Airbags do not inflate slowly or gently, and the risk of injury from a deploying airbag is the greatest close to the trim

covering the airbag module.

WARNING: All occupants of your vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an

airbag supplemental restraint system is provided.

WARNING: Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.

WARNING: Never place your arm over the airbag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other

injuries.

WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back.

WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. Contact your

authorized dealer as soon as possible.

WARNING: Several airbag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation.

WARNING: If the airbag has deployed, the airbag will not function again and must be replaced immediately. If the airbag is

not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a crash.

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The airbags are a supplemental restraint system and are designed to work with the safety belts to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries. Airbags do not inflate slowly; there is a risk of injury from a deploying airbag. Note: You will hear a loud bang and see a cloud of harmless powdery residue if an airbag deploys. This is normal. The airbags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After airbag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder (to lubricate the bag) or sodium compounds (for example, baking soda) that result from the combustion process that inflates the airbag. Small amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes, but none of the residue is toxic. While the system is designed to help reduce serious injuries, contact with a deploying airbag may also cause abrasions or swelling. Temporary hearing loss is also a possibility as a result of the noise associated with a deploying airbag. Because airbags must inflate rapidly and with considerable force, there is the risk of death or serious injuries, such as fractures, facial and eye injuries or internal injuries, particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of airbag deployment. Thus, it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the airbag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control. Routine maintenance of the airbags is not required.

SOS POST-CRASH ALERT SYSTEM™ The system flashes the turn signal lamps and sounds the horn (intermittently) in the event of a serious impact that deploys an airbag equipped on your vehicle, such as front, side, side curtain or Safety Canopy®. The horn and lamps will turn off when: • the hazard control button is pressed • the panic button (if equipped) is pressed on the remote entry • your vehicle runs out of power.

transmitter, or

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DRIVER AND PASSENGER AIRBAGS

WARNING: Never place your arm or any objects over an airbag module. Placing your arm over a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries. Objects placed on or over the airbag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the airbag into your face and torso causing serious injury.

WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. Never place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back.

The driver and front passenger airbags will deploy during significant frontal and near-frontal crashes.

The driver and passenger front airbag system consists of: • driver and passenger airbag modules

• crash sensors and monitoring system with readiness

indicator. See Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator later in this chapter.

• front passenger sensing system

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Proper Driver and Front Passenger Seating Adjustment

WARNING: The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches

(25 centimeters) between an occupant’s chest and the driver airbag module.

To properly position yourself away from the airbag: • Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the • Recline the seat slightly (one or two degrees) from the upright

pedals comfortably.

position.

After all occupants have adjusted their seats and put on safety belts, it is very important that they continue to sit properly. Properly seated occupants sit upright, lean against the seat back, and center themselves on the seat cushion, with their feet comfortably extended on the floor. Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury in a crash event. For example, if an occupant slouches, lies down, turns sideways, sits forward, leans forward or sideways, or puts one or both feet up, the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased.

Children and Airbags

WARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. Never place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back.

Children must always be properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a crash.

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FRONT PASSENGER SENSING SYSTEM

WARNING: Even with Advanced Restraints Systems, children 12
and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position.

WARNING: Sitting improperly out of position or with the seat back reclined too far can take off weight from the seat cushion

and affect the decision of the front passenger sensing system, resulting in serious injury or death in a crash. Always sit upright against your seatback, with your feet on the floor.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of possible serious injury: Do not stow objects in seat back map pocket (if equipped) or

hang objects off seat back if a child is in the front passenger seat. Do not place large objects (unless storing rear seat headrests) underneath the front passenger seat. or between the seat and the center console (if equipped). Check the pass airbag off indicator lamp for proper airbag Status. Failure to follow these instructions may interfere with the passenger seat sensing system.

WARNING: Any alteration/modification to the front passenger seat may affect the performance of the front passenger sensing

system.

This system works with sensors that are part of the front passenger’s seat and safety belt to detect the presence of a properly seated occupant and determine if the front passenger’s frontal airbag should be enabled (may inflate) or not.

OFF

PASS

AIRBAG

The front passenger sensing system uses a pass airbag off indicator which will illuminate and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is disabled. The indicator lamp is located at the top of the instrument panel center stack area above the radio.

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Note: The indicator lamp will illuminate for a short period of time when the ignition is turned to the on position to confirm it is functional. The front passenger sensing system is designed to disable (will not inflate) the front passenger’s frontal airbag when a rear facing infant seat, a forward-facing child restraint, or a booster seat is detected. Even with this technology, parents are STRONGLY encouraged to always properly restrain children in the rear seat. The sensor also turns off the passenger front airbag and seat-mounted side airbag when the passenger seat is empty. • When the front passenger sensing system disables (will not inflate) the front passenger frontal airbag, the indicator lamp will illuminate and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag is disabled. • If the child restraint has been installed and the indicator lamp is not

lit, then turn the vehicle off, remove the child restraint from the vehicle and reinstall the restraint following the child restraint manufacturer’s instructions.

The front passenger sensing system is designed to enable (may inflate) the front passenger’s frontal airbag anytime the system senses that a person of adult size is sitting properly in the front passenger seat. • When the front passenger sensing system enables the front passenger frontal airbag (may inflate), the indicator will be unlit and stay unlit. If a person of adult size is sitting in the front passenger’s seat, but the passenger airbag off or pass airbag off indicator lamp is lit, it is possible that the person isn’t sitting properly in the seat. If this happens: • Turn the vehicle off and ask the person to place the seatback in the • Have the person sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, • Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes. This will allow the system to detect that person and enable the passenger’s frontal airbag. • If the indicator lamp remains lit even after this, the person should be

with the person’s legs comfortably extended.

full upright position.

advised to ride in the rear seat.

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Pass Airbag Off Indicator Lamp Unlit Lit Unlit

Occupant

Passenger Airbag

Disabled Disabled Enabled

Empty Small child Adult Note: When the passenger airbag off light is illuminated, the passenger (seat mounted) side airbag may be disabled to avoid the risk of airbag deployment injuries. After all occupants have adjusted their seats and put on safety belts, it’s very important that they continue to sit properly. A properly seated occupant sits upright, leaning against the seat back, and centered on the seat cushion, with their feet comfortably extended on the floor. Sitting improperly can increase the chance of injury in a crash event. For example, if an occupant slouches, lies down, turns sideways, sits forward, leans forward or sideways, or puts one or both feet up, the chance of injury during a crash is greatly increased.

To know if the front passenger sensing system is operating properly, refer to Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator later in this chapter.

If the airbag readiness lamp is lit, do the following: The driver and adult passengers should check for any objects that may be lodged underneath the front passenger seat or cargo interfering with the seat. If objects are lodged and/or cargo is interfering with the seat; please take the following steps to remove the obstruction: • Pull the vehicle over. • Turn the vehicle off. • Driver or adult passengers should check for any objects lodged • Remove the obstruction(s) (if found). • Restart the vehicle. • Wait at least two minutes and verify that the airbag readiness lamp is • If the airbag readiness lamp remains illuminated, this may or may/not

underneath the front passenger seat or cargo interfering with the seat.

no longer illuminated

be a problem due to the front passenger sensing system.

DO NOT attempt to repair or service the system; take your vehicle immediately to an authorized dealer.

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If it is necessary to modify an advanced front airbag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer Assistance section of this Owner’s Manual.

SIDE AIRBAGS

WARNING: Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the airbag cover, on the side of the seat backs (of the front

seats), or in front seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying airbag. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a crash.

WARNING: Do not use accessory seat covers. The use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side

airbags and increase the risk of injury in an accident.

WARNING: Do not lean your head on the door. The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seat back.

WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag,

as you could be seriously injured or killed. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

WARNING: If the side airbag has deployed, the airbag will not function again. The side airbag system (including the seat) must be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer. If the airbag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a crash.

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The side airbags are located on the outboard side of the seat backs of the front seats. In certain lateral crashes, the airbag on the side affected by the crash will be inflated, except that the passenger sensing system will deactivate the passenger seat-mounted side airbag if it detects an empty passenger seat.

The system consists of the following: • a tag on the seat back indicating

that side airbags are found on your vehicle • side airbags located inside the

seat back of the driver and front passenger seats.

• crash sensors and monitoring system with readiness

indicator. See Crash Sensors and Airbag Indicator later in this chapter.

• front passenger sensing system. Note: The passenger sensing system will deactivate the passenger seat-mounted side airbag if it detects an empty passenger seat. The design and development of the side airbag system included recommended testing procedures that were developed by a group of automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical Working Group. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side airbags.

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CRASH SENSORS AND AIRBAG INDICATOR

WARNING: Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of your vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure

and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system, increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of your vehicle.

Your vehicle has a collection of crash and occupant sensors which provide information to the restraints control module which deploys (activates) the front safety belt pretensioners, driver airbag, passenger airbag, seat mounted side airbags, and the Safety Canopy. Based on the type of accident (frontal impact, side impact or rollover) the restraints control module will deploy the appropriate safety devices. The restraints control module also monitors the readiness of the above safety devices plus the crash and occupant sensors. The readiness of the safety system is indicated by a warning indicator light in the instrument cluster or by a backup tone if the warning light is not working. See the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required. A difficulty 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 illuminate immediately after the

ignition is turned on.

• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat

periodically until the problem or light are repaired.

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the supplemental restraint system serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the event of a crash.

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The safety belt pretensioners and the airbag supplemental restraint system are designed to activate when the vehicle sustains longitudinal or lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the restraints control module to deploy a safety device or when a certain likelihood of a rollover event is detected by the rollover sensor. The fact that the safety belt pretensioners or airbags did not activate for both front seat occupants in a crash does not mean that something is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the restraints control module determined the accident conditions (such as crash severity, belt usage) were not appropriate to activate these safety devices. • Front airbags are designed to activate only in frontal and near-frontal crashes (not rollovers, side impacts or rear impacts) unless the crash causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration.

• The safety belt pretensioners are designed to activate in frontal, • Side airbags are designed to inflate in side-impact crashes, not

near-frontal and side crashes, and in rollovers.

rollovers, rear impacts, frontal or near-frontal crashes, unless the crash causes sufficient lateral deceleration. • The Safety Canopy is designed to inflate in certain side impact crashes

or rollover events, not in rear impact, frontal or near-frontal crashes, unless the crash causes sufficient lateral deceleration or rollover likelihood.

AIRBAG DISPOSAL Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Airbags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel.

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GENERAL INFORMATION ON RADIO FREQUENCIES This device control complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules and with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Note: Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. The term IC before the radio certification number only signifies that Industry Canada technical specification were met. The typical operating range for your transmitter is approximately 33 feet (10 meters). A decrease in operating range could be caused by: • weather conditions • nearby radio towers • structures around the vehicle • other vehicles parked next to your vehicle. The radio frequency used by your remote control can also be used by other short distance radio transmissions, for example amateur radios, medical equipment, wireless headphones, remote controls and alarm systems. If the frequencies are jammed, you will not be able to use your remote control. You can lock and unlock the doors with the key. Note: Make sure your vehicle is locked before leaving it unattended. Note: If you are in range, the remote control will operate if you press any button unintentionally.

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REMOTE CONTROL

Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (If Equipped)

Your vehicle may be equipped with two integrated keyhead transmitters. The key blade is used to start the vehicle and unlock or lock the driver’s door from outside the vehicle. The transmitter portion functions as the remote control.

Remote entry receiver certification numbers Country Canada

SIEMENS VDO 5WK4 7899

Part Label/Type Approval

USA

IC: 267T - 5WK47899

SIEMENS VDO 5WK4 7899

FCC ID: KR55WK47899

Replacing the Battery Note: Refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries. Note: Do not wipe off any grease on the battery terminals or on the back surface of the circuit board. Note: Replacing the battery will not delete the transmitter from the vehicle. The transmitter should operate normally. The remote control uses one coin-type three-volt lithium battery CR2032
or equivalent.

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Integrated Keyhead Transmitter (IKT)

1. Carefully insert a flat object (e.g. a screwdriver) into the recess on the back of the key and remove the key blade.

2. Release the retaining clips with a flat object and separate the two halves of the transmitter.

3. Carefully pry out the battery with a flat object. Be careful not to touch the battery contacts or the printed circuit board with the flat object. 4. Insert the new battery with the + facing upwards. 5. Snap the two halves of the transmitter back together.

REPLACING A LOST KEY OR REMOTE CONTROL You can purchase replacement or additional keys or remote controls from an authorized dealer. A dealer can program the transmitters to your vehicle or you may be able to program them yourself. See the Security chapter for information on programming your transmitters.

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LOCKING AND UNLOCKING You can use the remote control to lock and unlock the vehicle.

sliding doors.

Central Locking and Unlocking Note: Your vehicle can be configured to unlock only the front doors. See your authorized dealer for more details. • Turn the key toward the front of the vehicle to unlock the front and • Turn the key toward the rear of the vehicle to lock all doors. Remote Control The lock and unlock buttons work only when the ignition is off. The cargo door button works in any ignition mode. Unlocking the Doors (Two-Stage Unlock)

Press the button to unlock the front and sliding doors. Press the button again within three seconds to unlock all doors.

Press and hold both the lock and unlock buttons on the remote control for four seconds to disable or enable two-stage unlocking. Disabling two-stage unlocking allows all vehicle doors to unlock with one press of the button. The turn signals will flash twice to indicate the unlocking mode was changed. Locking the Doors

Press and release to lock all the doors. If all doors are closed the turn signal lamps will flash twice.

Unlocking Cargo Doors

Press the button to unlock the cargo doors. Press again within three seconds to unlock all the vehicle doors.

Make sure that the cargo doors are closed and latched before driving your vehicle. Unlatched cargo doors may cause objects to fall out.

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Illuminated Entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the doors. The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if: • the ignition switch is turned to the on position, or • the remote transmitter lock control is pressed, or • after 25 seconds of illumination. The dome lamp control (if equipped) must not be set to the off position for the illuminated entry system to operate. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dome lamp control, or • any door is open. DUAL REAR DOORS

Open the right hand door first from either the outside (A) or inside (B) the vehicle.

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Open the left hand door second by squeezing the handle to unlatch the door and pulling it open.

Note: The dual rear doors should be closed before driving your vehicle. Leaving the doors open could cause serious damage to them and their components. The left door must be closed first.

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Push the yellow button located on the door and swing it open. The check arms will automatically re-engage when the doors are closed.

OPENING THE SLIDING DOOR Note: The right-hand sliding door is inhibited from opening fully when the fuel filler flap is unlocked and open.

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SECURILOCK® PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Note: The system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Note: Metallic objects, electronic devices or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues if they are too close to the key when starting the engine. Prevent these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine. Switch the ignition off, move all objects on the key chain away from the coded key and restart the engine if a problem occurs. Note: Do not leave a duplicate coded key in the vehicle. Always take your keys and lock all doors when leaving the vehicle. The system is an engine immobilization system. It is designed to help prevent the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used. Using the wrong key may prevent the engine from starting.

Automatic Arming Your vehicle arms immediately after you switch the ignition off.

Anti-Theft Indicator The anti-theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster.

• When the ignition is off, the indicator will flash once every

two seconds to indicate the SecuriLock system is functioning as a theft deterrent. • When the ignition is on, the indicator will glow for three seconds, then

turn off to indicate normal system functionality.

If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock system, the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is on. If this occurs, switch the ignition off then back on to make sure there was no electronic interference with the programmed key. If your vehicle does not start, try to start it with the second programmed key and if successful contact your authorized dealership for key replacement. If the indicator still flashes rapidly or glows steadily, your vehicle will not start. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible for service.

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Automatic Disarming Your vehicle disarms when you switch the ignition on with a coded key.

Replacement Keys If your keys are lost or stolen and you don’t have an extra coded key, you will need to have your vehicle towed to an authorized dealer. The key codes need to be erased from your vehicle and new coded keys will need to be programmed. Store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent any inconveniences. See your authorized dealer to purchase additional spare or replacement keys. Programming Spare Keys Note: A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle. You can program your own coded keys to your vehicle. You must have two previously programmed coded keys and the new unprogrammed key readily accessible. See your authorized dealer to have the spare key programmed if two previously programmed coded keys are not available. The process for programming SecuriLock® keys is independent of the process for programming remote entry transmitters. If your vehicle is equipped with SecuriLock® and remote entry, you must perform both learning procedures in order to program both the immobilizer and remote locking functions of the key fob. Read and understand the entire procedure before you begin. 1. Insert a previously programmed coded key into the ignition. 2. Turn the ignition from off to on. Keep the ignition on for at least one second, but no more than 10 seconds. 3. Turn the ignition off.

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4. Remove the previously programmed coded key from the ignition. 5. After three seconds but within 10 seconds of removing the previously programmed coded key, insert the other previously programmed coded key into the ignition. 6. Turn the ignition from off on. Keep the ignition on for at least one second but not more than 10 seconds. 7. Turn the ignition off. 8. Remove the previously programmed coded key from the ignition. 9. After three seconds but within 20 seconds of removing the previously programmed coded key, insert the unprogrammed key into the ignition. 10. Turn the ignition from off to on. Keep the ignition on for at least one second, but no more than 10 seconds. 11. Your new, unprogrammed key is now programmed. If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle’s engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start your vehicle’s engine and the theft indicator light will flash on and off, or stay on for more than three seconds. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the new key programmed. To program an additional new unprogrammed key, repeat this procedure from Step 1 for each additional key.

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ADJUSTING THE STEERING WHEEL

WARNING: Do not adjust the steering wheel when your vehicle is moving.

Note: Make sure that you are sitting in the correct position. See Sitting in the Correct Position in the Seats chapter.

1. Unlock the steering column. 2. Adjust the steering wheel to the desired position.

3. Lock the steering column.

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AUDIO CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

Volume

Press to increase or decrease the volume.

VO I C E

VO L

M O D E

S E E K

VO L

Seek, Next or Previous

previous stored preset

Press the seek button to: • tune the radio to the next or • play the next or previous track. Press and hold the seek button to: • tune the radio to the next station up or down the frequency band • seek through a track.

VO I C E

VO L

M O D E

S E E K

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Press to select the audio source.

Mode

VO I C E

VO L

M O D E

S E E K

VO L

VOICE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

A. Voice recognition B. Receive a call C. End a call

VO I C E

VO L

M O D E

S E E K

VO L

See the SYNC chapter.

CRUISE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

See the Cruise Control chapter.

RES

SET

ON

OFF

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Wipers and Washers

WINDSHIELD WIPERS Note: Fully defrost the windshield before switching on the windshield wipers. Note: Make sure the windshield wipers are switched off before entering car wash. Note: Clean the windshield and wiper blades if they begin to leave streaks or smears. If that does not resolve the issue, install new wiper blades. Note: Do not operate the wipers on a dry windshield. This may scratch the glass, damage the wiper blades or cause the wiper motor to burn out. Always use the windshield washer before wiping a dry windshield.

Intermittent Wipe

A. Single wipe B. Intermittent wipe C. Normal wipe D. High-speed wipe

A. Shortest wipe interval B. Intermittent wipe C. Longest wipe interval Use the rotary control to adjust the intermittent wipe interval.

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WINDSHIELD WASHERS Note: Do not operate the washers when the washer reservoir is empty. This may cause the washer pump to overheat.

The washer will spray for as long as the lever is pressed in. After you release the lever, the wipers will operate for a short time.

REAR WINDOW WIPER AND WASHER (IF EQUIPPED)

Pull the lever toward you for intermittent wiping. Pull the lever past the intermittent position to operate the washer. The wiper will operate for a short time and will activate once more after pausing to clear the windshield.

When you select reverse gear, the rear wiper will switch on to intermittent if the front wipers are activated.

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LIGHTING CONTROL

High Beams

A. Off B. Parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps C. Headlamps D. Refer to Front Fog Lamps if equipped. E. Refer to Rear Fog Lamp if equipped.

With the head lamps turn on: • Pull the lever fully past the detent to switch the high beams on. • Pull the lever fully again to switch the high beams off.

Headlamp Flasher

•Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate.

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INSTRUMENT LIGHTING DIMMER

Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable switches in the vehicle during headlamp and parking lamp operation. Move the control from left to right to increase the brightness. Move the control from right to left to reduce the brightness.

DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)

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

The system switches the headlamps on with a reduced output. To switch the system on: 1. Switch the ignition on. 2. Switch the lighting control to the off position.

FRONT FOG LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)

The headlamp control operates the front fog lamps. You can switch the front fog lamps on when the lighting control is in any position except off. Pull the headlamp control towards you until you feel the first detent to turn the front fog lamps on. The front fog lamp indicator light will illuminate.

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REAR FOG LAMP (IF EQUIPPED)

The headlamp control operates the rear fog lamp. You can switch the rear fog lamp on when the lighting control is in any position except off. Pull the headlamp control towards you until you feel the second detent to turn the rear fog lamp on. The rear fog lamp indicator light will illuminate.

Note: Do not use the rear fog lamp when it is raining or snowing and visibility is more than 165 feet (50 m).

DIRECTION INDICATORS

Push the lever up or down to use the direction indicators.

Note: Tap the lever up or down to make the direction indicators flash three times to indicate a lane change.

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The dome lamp will illuminate when: • the doors are closed and the switch is in the right position. • the switch is in the middle

position and any door is open.

When the dome lamp switch is in the left position, it will not illuminate when you open the doors. Theater Dimming If the dome lamp switch is in the middle position and you open and close a door, the dome lamp will dim about 20 seconds after you close the door.

Reading Lamps (If Equipped)

The reading lamps are operated by separate on/off controls.

Approach Lamps (If Equipped) The approach lamps will turn on and off automatically when you open and close the doors. If you unlock the doors with the remote control, they will come on. They will turn off automatically after a short period of time.

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Windows and Mirrors

POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED)

WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in your vehicle and do not let children play with the power windows. They may

seriously injure themselves.

WARNING: When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and make sure that children and

pets are not in the proximity of the window openings.

The window controls are located on the center console near the cupholders.

Press the switch to open the window. Lift the switch to close the window.

One-Touch Down (If Equipped) Press the switch fully and release it. Press again or lift it to stop the window.

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EXTERIOR MIRRORS

Power Exterior Mirrors (If Equipped)

WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while your vehicle is in motion.

A. Left mirror B. Off C. Right mirror

To adjust your mirrors: 1. Select the mirror you want to adjust. 2. Move the control in the direction you want to tilt the mirror. 3. Return the control to the center position to lock mirrors in place.

Fold-Away Exterior Mirrors Push the mirror toward the door window glass. Make sure that you fully engage the mirror in its support when returning it to its original position.

Heated Exterior Mirror (If Equipped) The heated exterior mirrors switch on with the heated rear window. See Heated Windows and Mirrors in the Climate Control chapter.

Integrated Blind Spot Mirrors

WARNING: Objects in the blind spot mirror are closer than they appear.

Blind spot mirrors have an integrated convex mirror built into the upper outboard corner of the exterior mirrors. They are designed to assist you by increasing visibility along the side of your vehicle. Check the main mirror first before a lane change, then check the blind spot mirror. If no vehicles are present in the blind spot mirror and the traffic in the adjacent lane is at a safe distance, signal that you are going to change lanes. Glance over your shoulder to verify traffic is clear, and carefully change lanes.

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The image of the approaching vehicle is small and near the inboard edge of the main mirror when it is at a distance. The image becomes larger and begins to move outboard across the main mirror as the vehicle approaches (A). The image will transition from the main mirror and begin to appear in the blind spot mirror as the vehicle approaches (B). The vehicle will transition to your peripheral field of view as it leaves the blind spot mirror (C).

INTERIOR MIRROR

WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror when your vehicle is moving.

Note: Do not clean the housing or glass of any mirror with harsh abrasives, fuel or other petroleum or ammonia based cleaning products. You can adjust the interior mirror to your preference. Some mirrors also have a second pivot point. This lets you move the mirror head up or down and from side to side. Pull the tab below the mirror toward you to reduce glare at night.

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Auto-Dimming Mirror (If Equipped) Note: Do not block the sensors on the front and back of the mirror. Mirror performance may be affected. A rear center passenger or raised rear center head restraint may also block light from reaching the sensor. The mirror will dim automatically to reduce glare when bright lights are detected from behind your vehicle. It will automatically return to normal reflection when you select reverse gear to make sure you have a clear view when backing up.

SUN VISORS

Rotate the visor toward the side window and extend it rearward for extra sunlight coverage.

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Instrument Cluster

GAUGES Cluster shown in standard measure – metric clusters similar.

A. Tachometer B. Engine coolant temperature gauge C. Fuel gauge D. Speedometer E. Information display. See Information displays for more information.

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Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge Shows the temperature of the engine coolant. At normal operating temperature, the needle will remain in the center section. If the needle enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the engine, switch the ignition off and determine the cause once the engine has cooled down. Note: Do not restart the engine until the cause of overheating has been resolved.

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

Fuel Gauge Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is on). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade. The fuel icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located.

Information Display Odometer Located in the bottom of the information display Registers the accumulated distance your vehicle has travelled. Trip Computer See Trip Computer in Information Displays.

WARNING LAMPS AND INDICATORS The following warning lamps and indicators will alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious. Some lamps will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure they work. If any lamps remain on after starting your vehicle, refer to the respective system warning lamp for further information. Note: Some warning indicators appear in the information display and function the same as a warning lamp but do not display when you start your vehicle.

Airbag – Front

If it fails to illuminate on startup, continues to flash or remains on, it indicates a malfunction. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer. A chime will sound when there is a malfunction

in the indicator light.

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Instrument Cluster

Anti-Lock Braking System

If it illuminates when you are driving, this indicates a malfunction. You will continue to have the normal braking system (without ABS) unless the brake warning lamp is also

illuminated. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer.

Anti-Theft System

Flashes when the SecuriLock® passive Anti-Theft system has been activated.

Brake System

It will illuminate when the parking brake is engaged and the ignition is on.

If it illuminates when you are driving, check that the parking brake is not engaged. If the parking brake is not engaged, this indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunction. Have the system checked immediately by your authorized dealer.

WARNING: Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking

performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Driving extended distances with the parking brake engaged can cause brake failure and the risk of personal injury.

Charging

Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. If it stays on while the engine is running, there may be a malfunction with the charging system. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. This indicates a problem with the electrical system or a related component.

Cruise Control (if equipped)

It will illuminate when you switch this feature on.

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Direction Indicator

Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard warning flasher is turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.

Door Ajar

Displays when the ignition is on and any door is not completely closed.

Engine Oil

If it illuminates with the engine running or when you are driving, this indicates a malfunction. Stop your vehicle as soon as it is safe to do so and switch the engine off. Check the

engine oil level. Note: Do not resume your journey if it illuminates despite the level being correct. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer.

Fasten Safety Belt

It will illuminate and a chime will sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt.

Fog Lamps – Front (if equipped)

It will illuminate when you switch the front fog lamps on.

Fog Lamps – Rear

It will illuminate when you switch the rear fog lamps on.

High Beam

It will illuminate when the headlamp high beam is switched on. It will flash when you use the headlamp flasher.

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Low Fuel Level

It will illuminate when the fuel level is low or near empty. Refuel as soon as possible.

Low Tire Pressure Warning

It illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the lamp remains on with the engine running or when driving, check your tire pressure as soon as possible.

The lamp also illuminates momentarily when you switch the ignition on to confirm the lamp is functional. If it does not illuminate when you switch the ignition on, or begins to flash at any time, have the system checked by your authorized dealer. Overdrive Cancel (if equipped)

It will illuminate when the overdrive function of the transmission has been turned off.

Parking Lamps

It will illuminate when you switch the parking lamps on.

Powertrain Malfunction

Illuminates when a powertrain fault has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.

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Service Engine Soon

If the service engine soon indicator light stays illuminated after the engine is started, it indicates that the On Board Diagnostics system (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction of the vehicle

emissions control system. Refer to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Fuel and Refueling chapter for more information about having your vehicle serviced. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately. Note: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter or other vehicle components. The service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned on prior to engine start to check the bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Normally, the service engine soon light will stay on until the engine is cranked, then turn itself off if no malfunctions are present. However, if after 15 seconds the service engine soon light blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. See Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing in the Fuel and Refueling chapter.

Stability Control System / Traction Control System (if equipped)

It will illuminate when you switch the ignition on to confirm it is functional. If it remains illuminated or does not illuminate when you switch the ignition on, this indicates a malfunction.

During a malfunction the system will switch off. Have the system checked by your authorized dealer.

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AUDIBLE WARNINGS AND INDICATORS Key In Ignition Warning Chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off or accessory position and the driver’s door is opened. Park Warning Chime: Sounds when the transmission is not in park, the driver’s door is opened and the ignition is off or in accessory position. Headlamps On Warning Chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on and the driver’s door is opened. Seatbelt Warning Chime: The seatbelt chime sounds when the driver’s seatbelt is not fastened. When the ignition is in run and the seatbelt is not fastened, the chime will chime for six seconds. The chime will turn off if the driver’s seatbelt is fastened or if the ignition returns to off or accessory position. Belt-Minder® Warning Chime: This chime periodically sounds to remind the driver and/or passenger that their seatbelt is unbuckled. The seatbelt warning lamp in the cluster will also illuminate once vehicle speed has exceeded 6 mph (10 km/h). Airbag Secondary Warning Chime: This chime sounds to indicate a fault with the supplemental restraint system in the event that the airbag readiness warning light is not operating. Door Ajar Warning Chime: The door ajar reminder chime informs the driver that one or more doors are open while the ignition is in the run position.

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TRIP COMPUTER Note: The information display will remain on for several minutes after you switch off the ignition.

A. Distance to empty B. Trip odometer C. Odometer D. Reset button If SHON or SHIP ON is displayed, the vehicle shipping mode is switched on. Have your dealer switch off the vehicle shipping mode.

Distance to E Indicates the approximate distance the vehicle will travel on the fuel remaining in the tank. Changes in driving pattern may cause the value to vary.

Trip Odometer Registers the distance of individual journeys.

Odometer Registers the total accumulated distance for the lifetime of the vehicle. This value cannot be reset.

Resetting the Trip Computer Press and hold button (4) until the trip odometer resets.

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GENERAL INFORMATION

Radio Frequencies and Reception Factors AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM: 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz FM: 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz

Distance and strength

Terrain

Station overload

Radio reception factors

The further you travel from an FM station, the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception. Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can interfere with the reception. When you pass a ground-based broadcast repeating tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result in the audio system muting.

CD and CD Player Information Note: CD units play commercially pressed 4.75-inch (12 centimeter) 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. Note: Do not insert CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels into the CD player as the label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. You should use a permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels on your homemade CDs. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact your authorized dealer for further information. Note: Do not use any irregularly shaped discs or discs with a scratch protection film attached. Always handle discs by their edges only. Clean the disc with an approved CD cleaner only. Wipe it from the center of the disc toward the edge. Do not clean in a circular motion. Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods.

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mode (system default) and MP3 folder mode.

MP3 Track and Folder Structure Audio systems capable of recognizing and playing MP3 individual tracks and folder structures work as follows: • There are two different modes for MP3 disc playback: MP3 track • MP3 track mode ignores any folder structure on the MP3 disc. The player numbers each MP3 track on the disc (noted by the .mp3 file extension) from T001 to a maximum of T255. Note: The maximum number of playable MP3 files may be less depending on the structure of the CD and exact model of radio present. • MP3 folder mode represents a folder structure consisting of one level of folders. The CD player numbers all MP3 tracks on the disc (noted by the .mp3 file extension) and all folders containing MP3 files, from F001 (folder) T001 (track) to F253 T255.

• Creating discs with only one level of folders helps with navigation

through the disc files.

If you are burning your own MP3 discs, it is important to understand how the system reads the structures you create. While various files may be present, (files with extensions other than mp3), only files with the .mp3
extension are played; other files are ignored by the system. This enables you to use the same MP3 disc for a variety of tasks on your work computer, home computer and your in-vehicle system. In track mode, the system displays and plays the structure as if it were only one level deep (all .mp3 files play, regardless of being in a specific folder). In folder mode, the system only plays the .mp3 files in the current folder.

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AM/FM

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any hand-held device while driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible. Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving. A. CLK: Press this button to switch the display between the clock and radio frequency. To set the time: 1. Press and hold CLK until the hours start to flash. 2. Press the arrow buttons to adjust the hours. Repeat Steps 1 and 2 to

set the minutes.

3. Press CLK again to exit clock mode. B. Tune: Press these arrow buttons to manually search through the radio frequency band. Press and hold for a fast search. In AUDIO mode, press the buttons to adjust different sound settings. C. AUDIO: Press this button to access settings for Treble, Middle, Bass, Fade and Balance. D. SEEK: Press this button to go to the previous or next strong station on the frequency band.

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E. Memory presets: Store your favorite radio stations. To store a radio station, tune to the station, then press and hold a preset button until sound returns. F. AM/FM: Press this button to select a frequency band and access media through the auxiliary input jack. G. VOL-PUSH: • Press this button to switch the system off and on. • Turn the control to adjust the volume. AM/FM/CD WITH SYNC®

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any hand-held device while driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible. Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving.

A. Eject: Press this button to eject a CD. B. CD slot: Insert a CD. C. Tune: Press this button to manually search through the radio frequency band. Press and hold for a fast search.

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different menus by pressing OK.

D. Phone: Press this button to access the phone features of the SYNC® system. See the SYNC® chapter for more information. E. MENU: Press this button to access different audio system features. • If your vehicle is equipped with satellite radio, you can access • Set the time by pressing MENU until SET HOURS or SET MINUTES appears and using the arrow buttons to adjust the time. • Set the strongest stations on the radio frequency by pressing MENU until AUTOSET appears. AUTOSET does not override your original presets. • SPEEDVOL (speed compensated volume) allows you to adjust radio volume to compensate for noise levels when vehicle speed increases. • Track/Folder is only available on MP3 files when in CD mode. In track mode, pressing the SEEK arrows allows you to scroll through all the tracks on the disc. In folder mode, pressing the SEEK arrows allows you to scroll through all the tracks within the selected folder. Press the FOLDER buttons to access other folders. • COMPRESS (Compression) is only available in CD and MP3 modes. Switching compression on brings the soft and loud passages together for a more consistent listening level. Use the SEEK buttons and up and down arrow buttons to switch it on and off.

F. AUX: Press this button to access the media features of the SYNC® system. See the SYNC® chapter for more information. G. SEEK: • In radio mode, press and release these buttons to go to the next • In CD and MP3 modes, press these buttons to select the next

(or previous) preset radio station or disc track.

(or previous) track, or press and hold to advance (or reverse) within the same track.

H. Play, Pause and OK: • Play and Pause allow you to play or pause a track when listening to a • OK allows you to confirm commands with phone and media features of

CD.

the SYNC system. See the SYNC® chapter for more information.

I. SHUFFLE: Play music on the selected CD or MP3 folder in random order. J. Folder: Press this button to access the next folder on an MP3 disc. K. Folder: Press this button to access the previous folder on an MP3 disc.

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L. FF: Press this button to manually fast forward in a CD track or MP3 file. M. REW: Press this button to manually rewind in a CD track or MP3 file. N. Memory presets: Store your favorite radio stations. To store a radio station, tune to the station, then press and hold a preset button until sound returns. O. TEXT/SCAN: • In radio, CD and MP3 modes, press and hold to hear a brief sampling • In CD and MP3 modes, press and release to display track title, artist

of radio stations, CD tracks or MP3 files.

name and disc title.

Note: In text mode, sometimes the display requires additional text to show. When the < / > indicator is on, press TEXT and then use the SEEK buttons to view the additional display text. P. AM/FM: Press this button to select a frequency band. Q. VOL-PUSH: • Press this button to switch the system off and on. • Turn it to adjust the volume. R. CD: Press this button to enter CD or MP3 mode.

AUXILIARY INPUT JACK

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any hand-held device while driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible. Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving.

WARNING: For safety reasons, do not connect or adjust the settings on your portable music player while your vehicle is

moving.

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WARNING: Store the portable music player in a secure location, such as the center console or the glove box, when your vehicle is moving. Hard objects may become projectiles in a crash or sudden stop, which may increase the risk of serious injury. The audio extension cable must be long enough to allow the portable music player to be safely stored while your vehicle is moving.

The auxiliary input jack allows you to connect and play music from your portable music player through your vehicle speakers. You can use any portable music player designed for use with headphones. Your audio extension cable must have male 1⁄8-inch (3.5 millimeter) connectors at each end. 1. Switch off the engine, radio and portable music player. Set the

parking brake and put the transmission in position P.

2. Plug the extension cable from the portable music player into the

auxiliary input jack.

3. Switch the radio on. Select either a tuned FM station or a CD. 4. Adjust the volume as desired. 5. Switch your portable music player on and adjust its volume to half its

maximum level.

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If your vehicle is not equipped with a CD player, press AM/FM until IN appears in the display. If your vehicle is equipped with a CD player, press AUX until LINE or LINE IN appears in the display. You should hear music from your device even if it is low.

7. Adjust the volume on your portable music player until it reaches the volume level of the FM station or CD. Do this by switching back and forth between the AUX and FM or CD controls (if equipped with a CD player) or switching back and forth between IN and FM (if not equipped with a CD player).

USB PORT (IF EQUIPPED)

WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, crash and injury. We strongly recommend that you use extreme caution when using any device that may take your focus off the road. Your primary responsibility is the safe operation of your vehicle. We recommend against the use of any hand-held device while driving and encourage the use of voice-operated systems when possible. Make sure you are aware of all applicable local laws that may affect the use of electronic devices while driving.

The USB port allows you to plug in media playing devices, memory sticks and charge devices (if supported). See the SYNC chapter for more information.

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MANUAL CLIMATE CONTROL

A/C

MAX A/C

A. Temperature control: Controls the temperature of the air circulated in your vehicle. Adjust to select the desired temperature. B. Air distribution control: Adjust to select the desired air distribution.

Select to distribute air through the instrument panel air vents.

Select to distribute air through the instrument panel and footwell air vents.

Select to distribute air through the footwell air vents.

Select to distribute air through the windshield and footwell air vents.

Select to distribute air through the windshield air vents. You can also use this setting to defog and clear the windshield of a thin covering of ice. You can also increase the temperature and

fan speed to improve clearing. C. Fan speed control: Controls the volume of air circulated in your vehicle. Adjust to select the desired fan speed or switch off. If you switch the fan off, the windshield may fog up.

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D. Recirculated air: Press to switch between outside air and recirculated air. When you select recirculated air, the button illuminates and the air currently in the passenger compartment recirculates. This can reduce the time needed to cool the interior and reduce unwanted odors from entering your vehicle. E. Air conditioning: Press to switch the air conditioning off and on. Air conditioning cools your vehicle using outside air. To improve air conditioning when starting your vehicle, drive with the windows slightly open for two to three minutes. If you select recirculated air and A/C, the system distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel air vents. This mode is more economical and efficient than normal air conditioning.

AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

Your auxiliary climate controls are located on the rear of the center console and can be used when the front climate control system is on. The temperature is set by the front controls. Use the rear control to adjust the fan speed or turn the auxiliary controls off (O).

In order to supply heat or cool air to the auxiliary climate unit, set the front airflow distribution control to instrument panel/footwell, footwell or footwell/defrost.

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A/C

Some vehicles are equipped with an A/C button which controls the rear fan. Press to switch the rear fan off and on. HINTS ON CONTROLLING THE INTERIOR CLIMATE General Hints Note: Prolonged use of recirculated air may cause the windows to fog up. Note: A small amount of air may be felt from the footwell air vents regardless of the air distribution setting. Note: To reduce humidity build-up inside your vehicle, do not drive with the system switched off or with recirculated air always switched on. Note: Do not place objects under the front seats as this may interfere with the airflow to the rear seats. Note: Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield. Note: To reduce fogging of the windshield during humid weather, adjust the air distribution control to the windshield air vents position. Increase the temperature and fan speed to improve clearing if required. Heating the Interior Quickly

Adjust the fan speed to the highest speed setting. Adjust the temperature control to the highest setting. Adjust the air distribution control to the footwell air vents position.

Recommended Settings for Heating

Adjust the fan speed to the second speed setting. Adjust the temperature control to the midway point of the hot settings. Adjust the air distribution control to the footwell and windshield air vents position.

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Cooling the Interior Quickly