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... Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 233 239 241 242 246 248 254 266 267 269 Accessories Index 275 278 All rights reserved. Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company 3 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford may change the contents without notice...
... Specifications Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications 233 239 241 242 246 248 254 266 267 269 Accessories Index 275 278 All rights reserved. Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company 3 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Ford may change the contents without notice...
Owner's Manual
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Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap 9 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap 9 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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... (refer to the Driving chapter for more information. Low fuel (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel level in this chapter). 12 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Engine oil pressure... when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Engine coolant level: Illuminates when the engine coolant is not charging properly. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is active. A chime will also sound ...
... (refer to the Driving chapter for more information. Low fuel (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel level in this chapter). 12 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Engine oil pressure... when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Engine coolant level: Illuminates when the engine coolant is not charging properly. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is active. A chime will also sound ...
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...possible, switch off , contact your dealer as soon as possible. If it enters the red section, the engine is running or hot. 14 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between "H"...is left ON and driven. GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is overheating. Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. Instrument Cluster Parking brake ON: Sounds when the parking brake is off the engine and...
...possible, switch off , contact your dealer as soon as possible. If it enters the red section, the engine is running or hot. 14 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between "H"...is left ON and driven. GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is overheating. Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. Instrument Cluster Parking brake ON: Sounds when the parking brake is off the engine and...
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... situation, the message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for several seconds. 82 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) LIFTGATE/TRUNK CLOSED 4. TRANSMISSION STATUS 13. BRAKE SYSTEM 7. OIL PRESSURE 9. COOLANT LEVEL 12. PARK BRAKE STATUS 8. For each of the system check report is as follows: 1.
... situation, the message center will indicate either an OK message or a warning message for several seconds. 82 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) LIFTGATE/TRUNK CLOSED 4. TRANSMISSION STATUS 13. BRAKE SYSTEM 7. OIL PRESSURE 9. COOLANT LEVEL 12. PARK BRAKE STATUS 8. For each of the system check report is as follows: 1.
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...Warnings Low brake fluid Liftgate ajar (if equipped) Trunk ajar (if equipped) Check Traction Control (if equipped) Washer Fluid level low Coolant level low Check engine Change oil soon Oil change required Data error Status Warning returns after the park brake is not completely closed. ..., contact your dealer as soon as possible. RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR. CHECK ENGINE TEMPERATURE. Check the coolant and coolant level. REDUCED ENGINE POWER. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible. 84 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Displayed when the right rear door is ...
...Warnings Low brake fluid Liftgate ajar (if equipped) Trunk ajar (if equipped) Check Traction Control (if equipped) Washer Fluid level low Coolant level low Check engine Change oil soon Oil change required Data error Status Warning returns after the park brake is not completely closed. ..., contact your dealer as soon as possible. RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR. CHECK ENGINE TEMPERATURE. Check the coolant and coolant level. REDUCED ENGINE POWER. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible. 84 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Displayed when the right rear door is ...
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...OIL LIFE SET TO 100%. CHECK ENGINE. CHANGE OIL SOON/OIL CHANGE REQUIRED. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. Driver Controls COOLANT LEVEL LOW. Check the coolant and coolant level. To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change is required whenever indicated by the message ...XX%, CHANGE SOON displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 10 percent and again when the engine oil life remaining is now reset. 86 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to the recommended maintenance schedule. When oil life left reaches 0%, the OIL LIFE...
...OIL LIFE SET TO 100%. CHECK ENGINE. CHANGE OIL SOON/OIL CHANGE REQUIRED. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. Driver Controls COOLANT LEVEL LOW. Check the coolant and coolant level. To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change is required whenever indicated by the message ...XX%, CHANGE SOON displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 10 percent and again when the engine oil life remaining is now reset. 86 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to the recommended maintenance schedule. When oil life left reaches 0%, the OIL LIFE...
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... soon as possible if these messages occur on a regular basis. 87 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) These messages indicate improper operation of the vehicle network communication between electronic modules. • Fuel computer • Charging system • Coolant system • Traction control (if equipped) • Door sensor • Brake...
... soon as possible if these messages occur on a regular basis. 87 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) These messages indicate improper operation of the vehicle network communication between electronic modules. • Fuel computer • Charging system • Coolant system • Traction control (if equipped) • Door sensor • Brake...
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... heater (if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in exhaust fumes. If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your heater with fuel. For best results, plug the heater in fresh air. 193 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) To...
... heater (if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in exhaust fumes. If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your heater with fuel. For best results, plug the heater in fresh air. 193 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) To...
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Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can explode if exposed to push-start capability; doing so may damage the catalytic converter. 216 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage. Do not attempt to flames, sparks, or...1A Diode * Cartridge Fuses ** Mini Fuses Power Distribution Box Description Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used Fog lamps Not used Auxiliary coolant pump A/C clutch Not used Fuel pump driver module, Fuel pump Not used PCM relay, PDB fuses 40 and 41 Starter motor solenoid Front A/C blower...
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can explode if exposed to push-start capability; doing so may damage the catalytic converter. 216 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage. Do not attempt to flames, sparks, or...1A Diode * Cartridge Fuses ** Mini Fuses Power Distribution Box Description Not used Not used Not used Not used Not used Fog lamps Not used Auxiliary coolant pump A/C clutch Not used Fuel pump driver module, Fuel pump Not used PCM relay, PDB fuses 40 and 41 Starter motor solenoid Front A/C blower...
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Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.0L DOHC V6 DURATEC ENGINE 1. Battery 5. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Power distribution box 6. Air filter assembly 7. Engine coolant bleed plug 8. Engine oil filler cap 10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 241 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Engine oil dipstick 9. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Power steering fluid reservoir 3.
Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.0L DOHC V6 DURATEC ENGINE 1. Battery 5. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Power distribution box 6. Air filter assembly 7. Engine coolant bleed plug 8. Engine oil filler cap 10. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 241 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Engine oil dipstick 9. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Power steering fluid reservoir 3.
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Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB-M8B16-A2. Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze ... minutes for checking the engine oil. 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in the engine coolant reservoir. Note: Do not put washer fluid in P (Park). 4. Make sure the vehicle is low. State or ... ground. 2. If you operate your vehicle in this chapter. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 242 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir completely...
Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB-M8B16-A2. Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze ... minutes for checking the engine oil. 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in the engine coolant reservoir. Note: Do not put washer fluid in P (Park). 4. Make sure the vehicle is low. State or ... ground. 2. If you operate your vehicle in this chapter. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 242 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir completely...
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...°F (-36°C). If the level falls below 40% or above 60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly. 248 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Call your local authorized standards for disposal. Your vehicle was factory-filled with a hydrometer...battery has been installed, the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery is possible with a 50/50 engine coolant and water concentration. A 50-50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • Freeze protection down to -34°F (-36°C). • Boiling protection ...
...°F (-36°C). If the level falls below 40% or above 60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly. 248 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Call your local authorized standards for disposal. Your vehicle was factory-filled with a hydrometer...battery has been installed, the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery is possible with a 50/50 engine coolant and water concentration. A 50-50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • Freeze protection down to -34°F (-36°C). • Boiling protection ...
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... (depending upon application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interval schedules. • Be sure to the coolant reservoir, when the engine is cool, until the appropriate fill level is obtained. 249 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the reservoir is a 50/50 mixture of its specified...
... (depending upon application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interval schedules. • Be sure to the coolant reservoir, when the engine is cool, until the appropriate fill level is obtained. 249 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) If the reservoir is a 50/50 mixture of its specified...
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...to golden tan. • Do not add/mix an orange-colored, extended life coolant such as possible. Maintenance and Specifications Do not add engine coolant when the engine is loosened slightly. 250 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Mixing Motorcraft Specialty ...to see through the windshield. • Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored), VC-7-A (U.S., except CA, OR and NM), VC-7-B (CA, OR and NM), meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D with your factory filled coolant can result in degraded corrosion protection. • A large amount of...
...to golden tan. • Do not add/mix an orange-colored, extended life coolant such as possible. Maintenance and Specifications Do not add engine coolant when the engine is loosened slightly. 250 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Mixing Motorcraft Specialty ...to see through the windshield. • Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored), VC-7-A (U.S., except CA, OR and NM), VC-7-B (CA, OR and NM), meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D with your factory filled coolant can result in degraded corrosion protection. • A large amount of...
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Slowly turn the engine off metal pin and remove coolant bleed plug from the thermostat housing. 251 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Replace the cap. When you begin, turn cap counterclockwise (left) until tightly installed. (Cap must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss.) 7. When the engine is cool, wrap...
Slowly turn the engine off metal pin and remove coolant bleed plug from the thermostat housing. 251 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Replace the cap. When you begin, turn cap counterclockwise (left) until tightly installed. (Cap must be tightly installed to prevent coolant loss.) 7. When the engine is cool, wrap...
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... vehicle. If the concentration is not 50/50 (protection to Checking engine coolant section. It may take several drains and additions to the proper level. 252 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications 8. Add coolant/water mixture through the thermostat housing opening until full at housing opening. 9. If...
... vehicle. If the concentration is not 50/50 (protection to Checking engine coolant section. It may take several drains and additions to the proper level. 252 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Maintenance and Specifications 8. Add coolant/water mixture through the thermostat housing opening until full at housing opening. 9. If...
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... you drive in vehicles originally equipped with a low level of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage. 253 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant in extremely hot climates: • It is not yet available. Maintenance and...
... you drive in vehicles originally equipped with a low level of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage. 253 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant in extremely hot climates: • It is not yet available. Maintenance and...
Owner's Manual
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...in possible personal injury. The fuel system may spray out and injure you drive. Maintenance and Specifications • Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will provide adequate protection at the temperatures in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause ... chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection. If the fuel filler cap is a cancer-causing agent. 254 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide...
...in possible personal injury. The fuel system may spray out and injure you drive. Maintenance and Specifications • Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will provide adequate protection at the temperatures in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause ... chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection. If the fuel filler cap is a cancer-causing agent. 254 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide...
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.... 1. If the fluid is low, add fluid in this range. 5. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be between the MIN and MAX lines. It should be near the center of driving on an expressway or highway. •... some localities, it may not pass the I/M test with at least eight hours without starting the engine. Be sure to the on the reservoir. 264 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The engine must warm up to sit for at least four idle periods. Your vehicle may be...
.... 1. If the fluid is low, add fluid in this range. 5. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be between the MIN and MAX lines. It should be near the center of driving on an expressway or highway. •... some localities, it may not pass the I/M test with at least eight hours without starting the engine. Be sure to the on the reservoir. 264 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) The engine must warm up to sit for at least four idle periods. Your vehicle may be...