Owner's Manual
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... any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Part... Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 216 218 219 223 225 231 245 246 248 Accessories Index 254 256 All rights reserved. Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company 3 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without incurring obligation. Ford may change the contents without notice and without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Table of Contents Maintenance and Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Part... Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 216 218 219 223 225 231 245 246 248 Accessories Index 254 256 All rights reserved. Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company 3 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Owner's Manual
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... event of an accident the safety switch will derive from driving it may not apply to your particular vehicle. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on Ford Motor Company and its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer ...know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will automatically cut off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 4 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) It is given in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit...
... event of an accident the safety switch will derive from driving it may not apply to your particular vehicle. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on Ford Motor Company and its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer ...know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will automatically cut off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 4 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) It is given in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit...
Owner's Manual
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...description of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of collecting and storing diagnostic information about both the vehicle and the occupants, potentially including information such as engine, throttle, steering...with lawful authority. Other parties may record information about your vehicle is provided to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. 6 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
...description of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of collecting and storing diagnostic information about both the vehicle and the occupants, potentially including information such as engine, throttle, steering...with lawful authority. Other parties may record information about your vehicle is provided to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. 6 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Owner's Manual
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Clean only with permanent felt tip marker rather than one and play commercially pressed 4.75 in Ford CD players. The label may overtake a weaker one disc into the CD player. Please contact your dealer for extended periods of the...8226; Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your dealer or qualified technician. 24 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTY AND SERVICE Refer to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs...
Clean only with permanent felt tip marker rather than one and play commercially pressed 4.75 in Ford CD players. The label may overtake a weaker one disc into the CD player. Please contact your dealer for extended periods of the...8226; Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your dealer or qualified technician. 24 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTY AND SERVICE Refer to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs...
Owner's Manual
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... objects from touching the coded key while starting problems and a loss of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealer. 84 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the theft indicator stays on the key chain away from the coded key and...Automatic arming The vehicle is in vehicle starting the engine. You need to the key when starting issues. If a problem occurs with non-Ford aftermarket remote start and should be taken to an authorized dealer for three seconds and then go out. Automatic disarming The vehicle is disarmed ...
... objects from touching the coded key while starting problems and a loss of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealer. 84 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the theft indicator stays on the key chain away from the coded key and...Automatic arming The vehicle is in vehicle starting the engine. You need to the key when starting issues. If a problem occurs with non-Ford aftermarket remote start and should be taken to an authorized dealer for three seconds and then go out. Automatic disarming The vehicle is disarmed ...
Owner's Manual
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Failure to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. 101 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is ...retract completely to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in a collision. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Ford Motor Company recommends that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still working properly. Safety belt assemblies should be replaced if either ...
Failure to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. 101 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is ...retract completely to replace the belt and retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in a collision. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Ford Motor Company recommends that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still working properly. Safety belt assemblies should be replaced if either ...
Owner's Manual
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... necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the Cleaning chapter. 108 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford Motor Company recommends that the belts do not need to make sure they do not show damage and continue to Interior...
... necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the Cleaning chapter. 108 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford Motor Company recommends that the belts do not need to make sure they do not show damage and continue to Interior...
Owner's Manual
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... you can take to properly position yourself away from the upright position. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends a minimum distance of the vehicle. 110 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Never place your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Seating and Safety Restraints All occupants of injury.
... you can take to properly position yourself away from the upright position. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends a minimum distance of the vehicle. 110 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Never place your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Seating and Safety Restraints All occupants of injury.
Owner's Manual
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... prevent the deployment of the side airbags and increase the risk of injury in the event of personal injury in an accident. 116 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the Instrument Cluster chapter... not illuminate immediately after ignition 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 Owners Guide. Routine maintenance of the airbag is...
... prevent the deployment of the side airbags and increase the risk of injury in the event of personal injury in an accident. 116 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Unless serviced, the system may not function properly in the Instrument Cluster chapter... not illuminate immediately after ignition 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 Owners Guide. Routine maintenance of the airbag is...
Owner's Manual
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... an airbag. Side airbags, in combination with a gas generator concealed behind the outboard bolster of the seatback. All occupants of a significant side impact collision. 117 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The side airbag system consists of the following: • An inflatable nylon bag (airbag) with seat belts... event of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS is provided. Seating and Safety Restraints Do not lean your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. See your head on the door.
... an airbag. Side airbags, in combination with a gas generator concealed behind the outboard bolster of the seatback. All occupants of a significant side impact collision. 117 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The side airbag system consists of the following: • An inflatable nylon bag (airbag) with seat belts... event of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS is provided. Seating and Safety Restraints Do not lean your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. See your head on the door.
Owner's Manual
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... or near the headliner at the siderail that may increase the risk of personal injury in the deployment path of the inflatable Safety Canopy . 119 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) See your head on a vehicle containing a Safety Canopy . The Safety Canopy injure you as it ...including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS and Safety Canopy system is provided. Do not lean your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. could Do not attempt to follow these instructions may come into contact with a deploying Safety Canopy .
... or near the headliner at the siderail that may increase the risk of personal injury in the deployment path of the inflatable Safety Canopy . 119 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) See your head on a vehicle containing a Safety Canopy . The Safety Canopy injure you as it ...including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS and Safety Canopy system is provided. Do not lean your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. could Do not attempt to follow these instructions may come into contact with a deploying Safety Canopy .
Owner's Manual
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... the child is when they weigh about 80 lb. (36 kg) (about 8 to 12 years old). 123 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use booster seats from the time they outgrow the toddler seat until they are around...
... the child is when they weigh about 80 lb. (36 kg) (about 8 to 12 years old). 123 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use booster seats from the time they outgrow the toddler seat until they are around...
Owner's Manual
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Ford recommends the use by children up to 48 pounds (22 kg) in this chapter. Top tether anchors can be used for children up to 60 ... to provide upper torso restraint for use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. Install the child safety seat in the front seats. 126 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) For more information on top tether straps and anchors, refer to prevent accidental unbuckling. • Place seat...
Ford recommends the use by children up to 48 pounds (22 kg) in this chapter. Top tether anchors can be used for children up to 60 ... to provide upper torso restraint for use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. Install the child safety seat in the front seats. 126 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) For more information on top tether straps and anchors, refer to prevent accidental unbuckling. • Place seat...
Owner's Manual
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... A, B, and C. Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use , however, and may have a rating on a specified government test course. Department of Transportation requires Ford to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in Title 49 Code of asphalt and concrete. Traction AA A B C The traction grades, from the norm... has written it. For example: • Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that have poor traction performance. 133 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... A, B, and C. Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use , however, and may have a rating on a specified government test course. Department of Transportation requires Ford to variations in driving habits, service practices, and differences in Title 49 Code of asphalt and concrete. Traction AA A B C The traction grades, from the norm... has written it. For example: • Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that have poor traction performance. 133 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Owner's Manual
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... a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are properly inflated. Remember that a tire can lose up to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. 135 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If one looks lower than the others, use a tire gauge to check pressure of the...
... a tire and tube assembly upon which the tire beads are properly inflated. Remember that a tire can lose up to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. 135 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If one looks lower than the others, use a tire gauge to check pressure of the...
Owner's Manual
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... should not be inaccurate. Tires can lose up to half of its air pressure and not appear to the tire. The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is normally 136 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This pressure is found on the B-Pillar or the edge of... injury. It also may permit air leakage from the tire and make necessary repairs. Ford recommends the use is suspected, have the ...
... should not be inaccurate. Tires can lose up to half of its air pressure and not appear to the tire. The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is normally 136 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) This pressure is found on the B-Pillar or the edge of... injury. It also may permit air leakage from the tire and make necessary repairs. Ford recommends the use is suspected, have the ...
Owner's Manual
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... and Loading TIRE REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Your vehicle is not recommended and may damage your tires. 138 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford. Important: Remember to a safe place on your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle...been used, the spare tire should be replaced because tires degrade over time. Make sure all -terrain) as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle. If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized...
... and Loading TIRE REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS Your vehicle is not recommended and may damage your tires. 138 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford. Important: Remember to a safe place on your vehicle, which could cause steering, suspension, axle...been used, the spare tire should be replaced because tires degrade over time. Make sure all -terrain) as those originally provided by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle. If you have questions regarding tire replacement, see an authorized...
Owner's Manual
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..., then it is the same size and type as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by Ford. This means that if you should replace it as soon as possible. 140 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When driving with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel, do not...
..., then it is the same size and type as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by Ford. This means that if you should replace it as soon as possible. 140 2005 Five Hundred (500) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) When driving with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel, do not...
Quick Reference Guide 1st Printing
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... monitors vehicle system inputs/outputs and driver demands to the engine when your Owner's Guide. TIRE PRESSURE Safe operation of your Five Hundred requires that are sold in the trunk of fluids other than a regular tire, and designed for three years or 36,000... your electrical components aren't working properly, a fuse may have blown. Use the prop rod to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. 2005 FORD FIVE HUNDRED ESSENTIAL INFORMATION LOCATION OF SPARE TIRE AND TOOLS Your vehicle is equipped with a temporary spare tire, which is noticeable by increasing ...
... monitors vehicle system inputs/outputs and driver demands to the engine when your Owner's Guide. TIRE PRESSURE Safe operation of your Five Hundred requires that are sold in the trunk of fluids other than a regular tire, and designed for three years or 36,000... your electrical components aren't working properly, a fuse may have blown. Use the prop rod to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. 2005 FORD FIVE HUNDRED ESSENTIAL INFORMATION LOCATION OF SPARE TIRE AND TOOLS Your vehicle is equipped with a temporary spare tire, which is noticeable by increasing ...
Quick Reference Guide 1st Printing
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... vehicle is stopped and the gearshift is in motion and meets a set two positions for the driver's seat, power mirrors, and adjustable pedals (if equipped). 2005 FORD FIVE HUNDRED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION POWER MIRRORS To adjust your mirrors, rotate the control clockwise to adjust the right mirror and counterclockwise to lock or unlock the vehicle...
... vehicle is stopped and the gearshift is in motion and meets a set two positions for the driver's seat, power mirrors, and adjustable pedals (if equipped). 2005 FORD FIVE HUNDRED ADDITIONAL INFORMATION POWER MIRRORS To adjust your mirrors, rotate the control clockwise to adjust the right mirror and counterclockwise to lock or unlock the vehicle...