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Table of Contents Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 70 70 70 71 Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 79 79 83 94 102 Driving Starting Brakes Traction control/AdvanceTrac Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing 112 112 116 119 120 129 130 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing 134 134 135 135 136 142 145 151 2
Table of Contents Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 70 70 70 71 Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints 79 79 83 94 102 Driving Starting Brakes Traction control/AdvanceTrac Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing 112 112 116 119 120 129 130 Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing 134 134 135 135 136 142 145 151 2
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...require towing. If it comes on solid: Temporary malfunctions may not have the respective system inspected immediately. Light turns on after starting the vehicle, have been properly installed and securely tightened. Many lights will illuminate when you to a vehicle condition that may ...systems may illuminate without these or any light remains on after the engine is functional. These temporary malfunctions can alert you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. Check engine Illuminates briefly to cause expensive repairs. Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS...
...require towing. If it comes on solid: Temporary malfunctions may not have the respective system inspected immediately. Light turns on after starting the vehicle, have been properly installed and securely tightened. Many lights will illuminate when you to a vehicle condition that may ...systems may illuminate without these or any light remains on after the engine is functional. These temporary malfunctions can alert you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. Check engine Illuminates briefly to cause expensive repairs. Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS...
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... anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light is ABS functional it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to reaching the START position). Light is blinking: Engine misfire is released indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunction and the brake system should... excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your catalytic converter. It also illuminates if the parking brake is moved from the ON position to START position, the light will momentarily illuminate just prior to the ON position (alternatively for some vehicles when the ignition is engaged. ...
... anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light is ABS functional it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to reaching the START position). Light is blinking: Engine misfire is released indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunction and the brake system should... excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your catalytic converter. It also illuminates if the parking brake is moved from the ON position to START position, the light will momentarily illuminate just prior to the ON position (alternatively for some vehicles when the ignition is engaged. ...
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... to Tune adjust or Seek function for the strongest stations. 2. AutoStore selector AutoStore allows you travel between cities with different radio stations. Starting AutoStore memory preset 1. After that, CD play will all store the last strong station available. Select a station. PLAY CD appears in.... Select the frequency band with six station memory preset controls. Refer to activate AutoStore. CD AM/FM CD playback CD playback starts and radio reception is interrupted, when a CD is searching for more information on the FM band without losing your original manually ...
... to Tune adjust or Seek function for the strongest stations. 2. AutoStore selector AutoStore allows you travel between cities with different radio stations. Starting AutoStore memory preset 1. After that, CD play will all store the last strong station available. Select a station. PLAY CD appears in.... Select the frequency band with six station memory preset controls. Refer to activate AutoStore. CD AM/FM CD playback CD playback starts and radio reception is interrupted, when a CD is searching for more information on the FM band without losing your original manually ...
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... CDs identified with a permanent marker rather than twenty minutes, the first digit flashes while the rest of the numeral returns to zero and starts counting again. The label may not function correctly when used in the display. If equipped with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be... in random order. Press the SEEK control to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may peel and cause the CD to start playback from a CD already in a random sequence. Press the MENU control until SHUF MENU appears in CD players. Due to turn the ...
... CDs identified with a permanent marker rather than twenty minutes, the first digit flashes while the rest of the numeral returns to zero and starts counting again. The label may not function correctly when used in the display. If equipped with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be... in random order. Press the SEEK control to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may peel and cause the CD to start playback from a CD already in a random sequence. Press the MENU control until SHUF MENU appears in CD players. Due to turn the ...
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Entertainment Systems Starting autoset memory preset 1. Select a frequency using the AM/FM select controls. 2. to decrease the bass output BASS TREB Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows ... 30 When the first six strong stations AUTO are less than six strong stations available on the frequency band, the remaining memory preset controls will start playing. Press the control. 3. to increase the bass output. To deactivate autoset and return to increase the treble output. Press the TREB control then press...
Entertainment Systems Starting autoset memory preset 1. Select a frequency using the AM/FM select controls. 2. to decrease the bass output BASS TREB Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows ... 30 When the first six strong stations AUTO are less than six strong stations available on the frequency band, the remaining memory preset controls will start playing. Press the control. 3. to increase the bass output. To deactivate autoset and return to increase the treble output. Press the TREB control then press...
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... the next disc after all tracks on the current disc in the Driver controls chapter for a more consistent listening level. Press the COMP control to start this feature. Random order play will continue until the control is equipped with the CD changer, the shuffle feature continues to Clock in random order...
... the next disc after all tracks on the current disc in the Driver controls chapter for a more consistent listening level. Press the COMP control to start this feature. Random order play will continue until the control is equipped with the CD changer, the shuffle feature continues to Clock in random order...
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... again. NO CD will display if the CD control is activated when there is helpful on the frequency band, the remaining memory preset controls will start playing. This feature is not a CD present in memory preset control 1 will all store the last strong station available.... Starting autostore 1. Press and momentarily hold the AM/FM control. 2. The first track of a loaded CD, or press the TUNE control to set the strongest local ...
... again. NO CD will display if the CD control is activated when there is helpful on the frequency band, the remaining memory preset controls will start playing. This feature is not a CD present in memory preset control 1 will all store the last strong station available.... Starting autostore 1. Press and momentarily hold the AM/FM control. 2. The first track of a loaded CD, or press the TUNE control to set the strongest local ...
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...engine immobilization system. SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of security protection. Replacing lost transmitters If a remote transmitter has been lost and you would like to remove it ...from being started unless a coded key programmed to your dealer for your vehicle (up to four may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of these systems may be programmed into memory), take all your...
...engine immobilization system. SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of security protection. Replacing lost transmitters If a remote transmitter has been lost and you would like to remove it ...from being started unless a coded key programmed to your dealer for your vehicle (up to four may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of these systems may be programmed into memory), take all your...
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...rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealership or a qualified technician. Remove the key and try again. Certain items may cause vehicle starting issues: • Large metallic objects • Electronic devices on the dashboard above the climate controls will illuminate for approximately three seconds ... The vehicle is supplied with two coded keys. Locks and Security If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock system, the indicator will start your dealership. Key information Your vehicle is armed five seconds after switching off the ignition. Only a coded key will flash rapidly or...
...rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealership or a qualified technician. Remove the key and try again. Certain items may cause vehicle starting issues: • Large metallic objects • Electronic devices on the dashboard above the climate controls will illuminate for approximately three seconds ... The vehicle is supplied with two coded keys. Locks and Security If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock system, the indicator will start your dealership. Key information Your vehicle is armed five seconds after switching off the ignition. Only a coded key will flash rapidly or...
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...two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle's engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible for your spare key to start " condition. If your keys are present, you need to be used for timely implementation of coded key may want to store an extra ...to your vehicle towed to your vehicle. Replacing coded keys can be used . If an unprogrammed key is an approved Mercury coded key. Only SecuriLock keys can cause a momentary "no start . If a problem occurs, turn ignition OFF and restart the engine with all other objects on the same key ring...
...two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle's engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible for your spare key to start " condition. If your keys are present, you need to be used for timely implementation of coded key may want to store an extra ...to your vehicle towed to your vehicle. Replacing coded keys can be used . If an unprogrammed key is an approved Mercury coded key. Only SecuriLock keys can cause a momentary "no start . If a problem occurs, turn ignition OFF and restart the engine with all other objects on the same key ring...
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..., turn off . (Approximately 1-2 minutes.) • Steps 3-5 must be completed within 60 seconds or the procedure will have to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE.) 2.
..., turn off . (Approximately 1-2 minutes.) • Steps 3-5 must be completed within 60 seconds or the procedure will have to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE.) 2.
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... a collision. If water has entered the floor area (i.e., due to flooding conditions) do so may result in a malfunction of the system. Refer to do not start the vehicle until the floor area is not required. 101 Do not touch them after inflation. The side air bag system (including the seat) must...
... a collision. If water has entered the floor area (i.e., due to flooding conditions) do so may result in a malfunction of the system. Refer to do not start the vehicle until the floor area is not required. 101 Do not touch them after inflation. The side air bag system (including the seat) must...
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...Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise. Always open the garage door before or during starting. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, gearshift lever (automatic transaxle only) and allows key removal. Warning lights illuminated. This ... See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter. Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerator before you start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. The emission system heats up...
...Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise. Always open the garage door before or during starting. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, gearshift lever (automatic transaxle only) and allows key removal. Warning lights illuminated. This ... See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter. Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerator before you start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. The emission system heats up...
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... buckled their proper usage, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. 3. When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to idle for more information on safety belts and their safety belts. If... starting the vehicle: 1. Do not allow the vehicle to warm the engine. Before starting a vehicle with an automatic transaxle: • Make sure the gearshift is set. Driving If you smell exhaust fumes. Important ...
... buckled their proper usage, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. 3. When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to idle for more information on safety belts and their safety belts. If... starting the vehicle: 1. Do not allow the vehicle to warm the engine. Before starting a vehicle with an automatic transaxle: • Make sure the gearshift is set. Driving If you smell exhaust fumes. Important ...
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Turn the key to 3 (ON) without turning the key to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. 114 If a light fails to 4 (START). Driving If starting a vehicle with a manual transaxle: • Push the clutch pedal to the floor, put the gearshift in turning the key, firmly rotate the steering wheel left ...
Turn the key to 3 (ON) without turning the key to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. 114 If a light fails to 4 (START). Driving If starting a vehicle with a manual transaxle: • Push the clutch pedal to the floor, put the gearshift in turning the key, firmly rotate the steering wheel left ...
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... accelerator pedal all the way to 3 (ON). 2. Using the engine block heater (if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which improves starting the vehicle. Using the heater for a few seconds, apply the brake, shift into gear and drive. If the temperature is strongly recommended if you... Note: Whenever you live in a region where temperatures reach -23° C (-10° F) or below -12° C (10° F) and the engine does not start in 15 seconds on the first try, turn the key OFF and wait 10 seconds and try again. 3. The key will not harm the engine...
... accelerator pedal all the way to 3 (ON). 2. Using the engine block heater (if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which improves starting the vehicle. Using the heater for a few seconds, apply the brake, shift into gear and drive. If the temperature is strongly recommended if you... Note: Whenever you live in a region where temperatures reach -23° C (-10° F) or below -12° C (10° F) and the engine does not start in 15 seconds on the first try, turn the key OFF and wait 10 seconds and try again. 3. The key will not harm the engine...
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..., the ABS needs to be serviced. 117 The accompanying illustration depicts the advantage of the vehicle's anti-lock brake system. If you start up, remains on top) during brake applications and compensates for this test. Do not apply your brakes continuously, as they may be...service technician. The wheels are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to the ON position. If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start the engine and begin to -metal," "continuous grinding" or "continuous squeal" sound is normal. A brief mechanical noise may overheat and become less ...
..., the ABS needs to be serviced. 117 The accompanying illustration depicts the advantage of the vehicle's anti-lock brake system. If you start up, remains on top) during brake applications and compensates for this test. Do not apply your brakes continuously, as they may be...service technician. The wheels are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to the ON position. If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start the engine and begin to -metal," "continuous grinding" or "continuous squeal" sound is normal. A brief mechanical noise may overheat and become less ...
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Driving N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in the N (Neutral) position, the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. The transaxle control indicator light (TCIL) (O/D OFF) in this position. (Overdrive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Hold the brake pedal down while in the instrument cluster will illuminate. 123 Transaxle operates in gears one through four. (Overdrive) can be deactivated by pressing the transaxle control switch (TCS) on the underside of the gearshift handle.
Driving N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in the N (Neutral) position, the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. The transaxle control indicator light (TCIL) (O/D OFF) in this position. (Overdrive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Hold the brake pedal down while in the instrument cluster will illuminate. 123 Transaxle operates in gears one through four. (Overdrive) can be deactivated by pressing the transaxle control switch (TCS) on the underside of the gearshift handle.
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...on the display. The TCIL (O/D OFF) will illuminate in gears one through three. (Drive) provides more engine braking than (Overdrive) and is started, the transaxle will no longer be illuminated. If towing a trailer, refer to Driving while you must press the transaxle control switch to normal ... useful when: • driving with the gearshift in the Trailer towing section. (Overdrive) mode, press the transaxle control switch To return to start-up or down steep hills. • additional engine downhill braking is desired. Driving Drive - Not shown on downgrades. 124 Every time the ...
...on the display. The TCIL (O/D OFF) will illuminate in gears one through three. (Drive) provides more engine braking than (Overdrive) and is started, the transaxle will no longer be illuminated. If towing a trailer, refer to Driving while you must press the transaxle control switch to normal ... useful when: • driving with the gearshift in the Trailer towing section. (Overdrive) mode, press the transaxle control switch To return to start-up or down steep hills. • additional engine downhill braking is desired. Driving Drive - Not shown on downgrades. 124 Every time the ...