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Table of Contents Introduction Instrument Cluster Warning and control lights Gauges 4 10 10 14 Entertainment Systems AM/FM stereo with CD AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD Family entertainment system 17 17 20 25 ... windows Mirrors Speed control Message center 61 61 63 65 67 68 77 Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 91 91 91 101 1 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Table of Contents Introduction Instrument Cluster Warning and control lights Gauges 4 10 10 14 Entertainment Systems AM/FM stereo with CD AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD Family entertainment system 17 17 20 25 ... windows Mirrors Speed control Message center 61 61 63 65 67 68 77 Locks and Security Keys Locks Anti-theft system 91 91 91 101 1 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Owner's Manual
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...engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your vehicle serviced immediately. Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you start your vehicle's functions. Solid illumination after starting the vehicle, have your catalytic converter. Many lights will ... which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. 10 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to make sure the bulbs work. If the light is blinking...
...engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage your vehicle serviced immediately. Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you start your vehicle's functions. Solid illumination after starting the vehicle, have your catalytic converter. Many lights will ... which could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. 10 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to make sure the bulbs work. If the light is blinking...
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... chapter. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, refer to Fuel gauge in the fuel tank is at or near empty (refer to the Driving chapter for more information. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch... cool. Instrument Cluster Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. Low fuel (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel level in this chapter). 12 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... chapter. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, refer to Fuel gauge in the fuel tank is at or near empty (refer to the Driving chapter for more information. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch... cool. Instrument Cluster Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. Low fuel (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel level in this chapter). 12 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Owner's Manual
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...on after the park brake is overheating. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between "H" and "C"). GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible. If it enters the red section, the engine is off...Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is left ON and driven. Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. Instrument Cluster Parking brake ON: Sounds when the parking brake is running or hot. 14 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
...on after the park brake is overheating. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between "H" and "C"). GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible. If it enters the red section, the engine is off...Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is left ON and driven. Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. Instrument Cluster Parking brake ON: Sounds when the parking brake is running or hot. 14 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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... Controls chapter on how to switch the display from Metric to Filling the tank in motion or on the ODO/TRIP button to zero. 15 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to English. Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of individual journeys.... • Without Message Center To reset, tap on a grade. The fuel gauge may damage the engine. Instrument Cluster Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in revolutions per minute.
... Controls chapter on how to switch the display from Metric to Filling the tank in motion or on the ODO/TRIP button to zero. 15 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Refer to English. Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of individual journeys.... • Without Message Center To reset, tap on a grade. The fuel gauge may damage the engine. Instrument Cluster Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in revolutions per minute.
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... airflow. • Set the fan to the highest speed initially, then adjust to not operate the auxiliary system (if so equipped) until the engine temperature gauge crosses into the normal operating range. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. In extremely cold temperatures, to maximize overall heater performance... Controls Operating tips • To reduce fog build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the airflow selector in a collision or sudden stop. 41 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... airflow. • Set the fan to the highest speed initially, then adjust to not operate the auxiliary system (if so equipped) until the engine temperature gauge crosses into the normal operating range. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. In extremely cold temperatures, to maximize overall heater performance... Controls Operating tips • To reduce fog build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the airflow selector in a collision or sudden stop. 41 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
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...; Fahrenheit. 18. The system will interfere with the windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after starting the vehicle or until the engine temperature gauge crosses into the normal operating range. 50 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver temperature control: Press to increase/decrease the temperature on the windshield during...
...; Fahrenheit. 18. The system will interfere with the windows slightly open for 2-3 minutes after starting the vehicle or until the engine temperature gauge crosses into the normal operating range. 50 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver temperature control: Press to increase/decrease the temperature on the windshield during...
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...8226; Average Fuel Economy • Trip Odometer • Fuel Used • Trip Elapsed Drive Time • Compass Odometer/Trip odometer Refer to Gauges in the INFO menu and SETUP menu. Distance to select and reset functions shown in the Instrument Cluster chapter. If you can drive with a ...correctly detect the added fuel. Remember to turn the ignition OFF when refueling to allow this display and tone will return within 10 minutes. 77 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) With the ignition in your instrument cluster,...
...8226; Average Fuel Economy • Trip Odometer • Fuel Used • Trip Elapsed Drive Time • Compass Odometer/Trip odometer Refer to Gauges in the INFO menu and SETUP menu. Distance to select and reset functions shown in the Instrument Cluster chapter. If you can drive with a ...correctly detect the added fuel. Remember to turn the ignition OFF when refueling to allow this display and tone will return within 10 minutes. 77 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Driver Controls MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) With the ignition in your instrument cluster,...
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Every day before long trips, inspect each tire and check the tire pressure with a tire gauge (including spare, if equipped). Tires, Wheels and Loading • Extra load: A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a heavier maximum load at the ... once a month and before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than the others, use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. 160 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Inflate all tires and adjust if required. Increasing the...
Every day before long trips, inspect each tire and check the tire pressure with a tire gauge (including spare, if equipped). Tires, Wheels and Loading • Extra load: A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a heavier maximum load at the ... once a month and before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than the others, use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. 160 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Inflate all tires and adjust if required. Increasing the...
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...used because they are strongly urged to follow the tire pressure recommendations can cause uneven treadwear patterns and adversely affect the way your vehicle handles. Ford recommends the use is found on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. It also may result in severe tire cracking, ... your tires Use a tire gauge to be carried by the tire. A tire can lose up to half of its air pressure and not appear to check the tire inflation pressure, including the spare (if equipped), at which is normally 161 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Under...
...used because they are strongly urged to follow the tire pressure recommendations can cause uneven treadwear patterns and adversely affect the way your vehicle handles. Ford recommends the use is found on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. It also may result in severe tire cracking, ... your tires Use a tire gauge to be carried by the tire. A tire can lose up to half of its air pressure and not appear to check the tire inflation pressure, including the spare (if equipped), at which is normally 161 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Under...
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... below recommended cold inflation pressure could poke a hole in the tire and cause an air leak. 7. Then recheck the pressure with the tire gauge. 3. driven more than the recommended pressure on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. Note: If you have to drive a distance to get to...can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. Make sure the tires are cool, meaning they are no gouges, cuts or bulges. 162 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading higher than the manufacturer's recommended cold inflation pressure which ...
... below recommended cold inflation pressure could poke a hole in the tire and cause an air leak. 7. Then recheck the pressure with the tire gauge. 3. driven more than the recommended pressure on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. Note: If you have to drive a distance to get to...can be found on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. Make sure the tires are cool, meaning they are no gouges, cuts or bulges. 162 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading higher than the manufacturer's recommended cold inflation pressure which ...
Owner's Manual
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RE LE AD TU RN RECYCLE ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of corrosion. • Enables calibrated gauges to 265°F (129°C). • Protection against rust and other forms of engine coolant should be maintained at the mileage intervals ...protection up to work properly. 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) Coolant concentration testing is reconnected. • Always dispose of coolant falls below , add ...
RE LE AD TU RN RECYCLE ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of corrosion. • Enables calibrated gauges to 265°F (129°C). • Protection against rust and other forms of engine coolant should be maintained at the mileage intervals ...protection up to work properly. 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) Coolant concentration testing is reconnected. • Always dispose of coolant falls below , add ...
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ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you fill up. 259 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) You will result if the engine is left running. • Use the same filling rate ...(low - medium - high) each time you , the driver. The advertised capacity is filled. • Allow no more accurate measurement after the fuel gauge indicates empty. For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling, an error...
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you fill up. 259 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) You will result if the engine is left running. • Use the same filling rate ...(low - medium - high) each time you , the driver. The advertised capacity is filled. • Allow no more accurate measurement after the fuel gauge indicates empty. For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling, an error...
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...or highway. • Next, at least four idle periods. Be sure to sit for the service interval schedules. To ready the on the reservoir. 264 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Allow the vehicle to put the cap back on -board diagnostics system for I /M test ...with at least 20 minutes driving in this range. 5. Start the engine and let 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 . Once started, do not turn the ...
...or highway. • Next, at least four idle periods. Be sure to sit for the service interval schedules. To ready the on the reservoir. 264 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) Allow the vehicle to put the cap back on -board diagnostics system for I /M test ...with at least 20 minutes driving in this range. 5. Start the engine and let 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 . Once started, do not turn the ...
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... switch ...209 Fuses ...210 G Garage Door Opener (see Homelink wireless control system) ...73 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ...256 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ...259 Gauges ...14 280 H Hazard flashers ...209 Head restraints ...106, 111 Headlamps ...52 aiming ...54-55 autolamp system ...52 bulb specifications ...57 daytime running lights ...53 flash... (I/M) testing ...264 Instrument panel cleaning ...236 cluster ...10 lighting up panel and interior ...54 J Jack ...163 positioning ...163 storage ...163 Jump-starting your vehicle ...216 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
... switch ...209 Fuses ...210 G Garage Door Opener (see Homelink wireless control system) ...73 Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ...256 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ...259 Gauges ...14 280 H Hazard flashers ...209 Head restraints ...106, 111 Headlamps ...52 aiming ...54-55 autolamp system ...52 bulb specifications ...57 daytime running lights ...53 flash... (I/M) testing ...264 Instrument panel cleaning ...236 cluster ...10 lighting up panel and interior ...54 J Jack ...163 positioning ...163 storage ...163 Jump-starting your vehicle ...216 2005 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Scheduled Maintenance Guide 4th Printing
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... engine cooling system and hoses. ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, ❑ Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. ❑ Check air filter restriction gauge, replace filter as ❑ required (Focus only). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 75,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and...
... engine cooling system and hoses. ❑ Inspect steering linkage, ball joints, suspension and, ❑ Replace cabin air filter, if equipped. ❑ Check air filter restriction gauge, replace filter as ❑ required (Focus only). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: 75,000 miles ❑ Change engine oil and...
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...). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Scheduled Maintenance 41 Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Check air filter restriction gauge, replace filter as required (Focus only). Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid (except CVT). lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Replace fuel filter (see below). Change...
...). Multi-point inspection (recommended) DEALER VALIDATION: RO#: DATE: P&A CODE: MILEAGE: Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Scheduled Maintenance 41 Normal Schedule Cars & Minivans Check air filter restriction gauge, replace filter as required (Focus only). Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid (except CVT). lines & hoses, and parking brake system. Replace fuel filter (see below). Change...
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... oil and replace oil filter Every 15,000 miles Replace fuel filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid Check air filter restriction gauge, replace filter as required (Focus only) Every 50,000 miles Change rear axle lubricant (E450 and F450/550 only) Every 60,000 miles Change transfer...
... oil and replace oil filter Every 15,000 miles Replace fuel filter Every 30,000 miles Change automatic transmission/transaxle fluid Check air filter restriction gauge, replace filter as required (Focus only) Every 50,000 miles Change rear axle lubricant (E450 and F450/550 only) Every 60,000 miles Change transfer...
Quick Reference Guide 1st Printing
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...tire, and designed for coasting down in gears, this switch may have been activated. 2005 FREESTYLE ESSENTIAL INFORMATION LOCATION OF SPARE TIRE AND TOOLS Your vehicle is equipped with a temporary ...spare tire, which causes a slight energy loss as the gears change. The Ford recommended inflation pressure is smaller than the recommended fluid could seriously damage internal transmission ... FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS For optimum performance, use of gasolines labeled "Regular" with a tire gauge. spare. The fuel pump shutoff switch is stowed in high altitude areas. FUEL PUMP...
...tire, and designed for coasting down in gears, this switch may have been activated. 2005 FREESTYLE ESSENTIAL INFORMATION LOCATION OF SPARE TIRE AND TOOLS Your vehicle is equipped with a temporary ...spare tire, which causes a slight energy loss as the gears change. The Ford recommended inflation pressure is smaller than the recommended fluid could seriously damage internal transmission ... FUEL RECOMMENDATIONS For optimum performance, use of gasolines labeled "Regular" with a tire gauge. spare. The fuel pump shutoff switch is stowed in high altitude areas. FUEL PUMP...