2002 Ford Escort Manual

Introduction 4

Instrument Cluster 10Warning and control lights 10Gauges 15

Entertainment Systems 18AM/FM stereo cassette 18AM/FM stereo cassette (CD changer compatible) 23CD changer 32

Climate Controls 36Heater only 36Manual heating and air conditioning 38

Lights 42Headlamps 42Turn signal control 45Bulb replacement 47

Driver Controls 52Windshield wiper/washer control 52Steering wheel adjustment 53Power windows 54Mirrors 55Speed control (Cruise control) 55

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Locks and Security 61Keys 61Locks 61Anti-theft system 63

Seating and Safety Restraints 70Seating 70Safety restraints 73Air bags 83Child restraints 87

Driving 97Starting 97Brakes 102Transmission operation 105Vehicle loading 114Trailer towing 116

Roadside Emergencies 119Getting roadside assistance 119Hazard flasher switch 120Fuel pump shut-off switch 120Fuses and relays 122Changing tires 129Jump starting 133Wrecker towing 138

Customer Assistance 139Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 148

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Cleaning 149

Maintenance and Specifications 155Engine compartment 160Engine oil 163Battery 166Fuel information 173Air filter(s) 188Part numbers 193Refill capacities 193Lubricant specifications 194

Accessories 199

Index 202

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Copyright 2002 Ford Motor Company

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CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to

the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or otherreproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles andcertain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals knownto the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or otherreproductive harm.

CONGRATULATIONSCongratulations on acquiring your new Ford Motor Company product.Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by readingthis handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehiclethe greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.

For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit thefollowing website:

In the United States: www.ford.com In Canada: www.ford.ca In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx In Australia: www.ford.com.auAdditional owner information is given in separate publications.

This Owners Guide describes every option and model variant availableand therefore some of the items covered may not apply to yourparticular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describeoptions before they are generally available.

Remember to pass on the Owners Guide when reselling the vehicle. It isan integral part of the vehicle.

Fuel pump shut-off switch In the event of an accident thesafety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the

engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g.collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pumpshut-off switch in the Roadside emergencies chapter.

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SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guideHow can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possibledamage to others, your vehicle and its equipment? In this guide, answersto such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warningtriangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed.

Warning symbols on your vehicleWhen you see this symbol, it isimperative that you consult therelevant section of this guide beforetouching or attempting adjustmentof any kind.

Protecting the environmentWe must all play our part inprotecting the environment. Correctvehicle usage and the authorizeddisposal of waste cleaning andlubrication materials are significantsteps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in thisguide with the tree symbol.

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BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLEThere are no particular guidelines for breaking-in your vehicle. Duringthe first 1,600 km (1,000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This isrecommended to give the moving parts a chance to break in.

SPECIAL NOTICES

Emission warrantyThe New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-BumperCoverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 7.3LPower Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is eligiblefor Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties. For adetailed description of what is covered and what is not covered, refer tothe Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your OwnersGuide.

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Special instructionsFor your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols.

By operating other electronic equipment (e.g. mobile telephonewithout exterior aerial) electromagnetic fields can occur which

can cause malfunctions of the vehicle electronics. Therefore you shouldobserve the instructions of the equipment manufacturers.

Please read the section Air bag in the Seating and safetyrestraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and

instructions could result in personal injury.

Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats shouldNEVER be used in front of a passenger side air bag.

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These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert See Owners Guide

Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front

Air Bag-Side Child Seat

Child Seat InstallationWarning

Child Seat LowerAnchor

Child Seat TetherAnchor

Brake System

Anti-Lock Brake SystemBrake Fluid -Non-Petroleum Based

Traction Control AdvanceTrac

Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment

Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe

WindshieldDefrost/Demist

Rear WindowDefrost/Demist

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Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Power WindowsFront/Rear

Power Window Lockout

Child Safety DoorLock/Unlock

Interior LuggageCompartment ReleaseSymbol

Panic Alarm Engine Oil

Engine CoolantEngine CoolantTemperature

Do Not Open When Hot Battery

Avoid Smoking, Flames,or Sparks

Battery Acid

Explosive Gas Fan Warning

Power Steering FluidMaintain Correct FluidLevel

MAXMIN

Emission System Engine Air Filter

Passenger CompartmentAir Filter

Jack

Check fuel cap Low tire warning

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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicles functions.Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure thebulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, havethe respective system inspected immediately.

Base instrument cluster

ZX2 coupe instrument cluster

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Service engine soonIlluminates briefly to ensure thesystem is functional. If it comes onafter the engine is started, one ofthe engines emission controlsystems may be malfunctioning. The light may illuminate without adriveability concern being noted. The vehicle will usually be drivable andwill not require towing.

Light turns on solid:

Temporary malfunctions may cause the light to illuminate. Examples are:

1. The vehicle has run out of fuel.

2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.

3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securelytightened.

These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tankwith high quality fuel of the recommended octane and/or properlyinstalling and securely tightening the fuel cap. After three driving cycleswithout these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the lightshould turn off. (A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startupfollowed by mixed city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service isrequired.

If the light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first availableopportunity.

Light is blinking:

Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter.You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration anddeceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the first availableopportunity.

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperaturescould damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior

floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

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Brake system warningTo confirm the brake systemwarning light is functional, it willmomentarily illuminate when theignition is turned to the ON position(alternatively for some vehicleswhen the ignition is moved from the ON position to START position, thelight will momentarily illuminate prior to reaching the START position).It also illuminates if the parking brake is engaged. If the brake systemwarning light does not illuminate as described, seek service immediately.Illumination after the parking brake is released indicates low brake fluidlevel or a brake system malfunction and the brake system should beserviced immediately by a qualified technician.

Refer to Brakes in the Driving chapter for more information.

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) (If equipped)To confirm the anti-lock brakesystem (ABS) warning light isfunctional it will momentarilyilluminate when the ignition isturned to the ON position(alternatively for some vehicles when the ignition is moved from the ONposition to the START position, the light will momentarily illuminate justprior to reaching the START position). If the light remains on, continuesto flash or fails to illuminate, have the ABS serviced immediately. If theABS light remains on, it means the anti-lock brake system hasmalfunctioned and is disabled, however, the normal brake system willstill function unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated andparking brake is off. Refer to Brakes in the Driving chapter for moreinformation.

Safety beltIlluminates to remind you to fastenyour safety belts. For moreinformation, refer to the Seatingand safety restraints chapter.

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Air bag readinessIlluminates to confirm that the airbags (front or side) are operational.If the light fails to illuminate,continues to flash or remains on,have the system servicedimmediately.

Charging systemIlluminates when the battery is notcharging properly.

Engine oil pressureIlluminates when the oil pressurefalls below the normal range. Checkthe oil level and add oil if needed.Refer to Engine oil in theMaintenance and specifications chapter.

Low fuelIlluminates when the fuel level inthe fuel tank is at, or near, empty(refer to Fuel gauge in this chapterfor more information).

Check fuel capIlluminates when the fuel cap is notinstalled correctly. Check the fuelcap for proper installation. Whenthe fuel filler cap is properlyre-installed, the light(s) will turn offafter a period of normal driving. Continuing to operate the vehicle withthe check fuel cap light on, or a mis-installed fuel cap can activate theService Engine Soon/Check Engine warning light.

It may take a long period of time for the system to detect animproperly installed fuel filler cap.

For more information, refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance andspecifications chapter.

LOWFUEL

CHECKFUELCAP

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Turn signalsIlluminates when the turn signals orthe hazard lights are turned on. Ifthe lights stay on continuously orflash faster, check for a burned-out bulb.

High beamsIlluminates when the high beamheadlamps are turned on.

Anti-theft system (if equipped)Refer to Anti-theft system in theLocks and Security chapter.

Safety belt warning chimeSounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts.

BeltMinder chimeSounds intermittently to remind you to fasten your safety belts.

Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chimeSounds when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system (frontor side airbags) has been detected. Have the supplemental restraintsystem inspected immediately.

Headlamps on warning chimeSounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the key is removedfrom the ignition and the drivers door is opened.

Key-in-ignition warning chimeSounds when the key is left in the ignition and the drivers door isopened.

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GAUGES

Base instrument cluster gauges

ZX2 coupe instrument cluster gauges

Engine coolant temperature gaugeIndicates the temperature of theengine coolant. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle remainswithin the normal area (the areabetween the H and C). If itenters the red section, the engine isoverheating. Stop the vehicle assoon as safely possible, switch offthe engine immediately and let theengine cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance andspecifications chapter.

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Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine isrunning or hot. Steam and scalding liquid from a hot cooling

system can burn you badly.

This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not thecoolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indicationwill not be accurate.

Fuel gaugeDisplays approximately how muchfuel is in the fuel tank. The fuelgauge may vary slightly when thevehicle is in motion or on a grade.

When refueling the vehicle fromempty indication, the amount of fuelthat can be added will be less thanthe advertised capacity due to thereserve fuel.

The FUEL DOOR icon and arrowindicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located.

SpeedometerIndicates the current vehicle speed.

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OdometerRegisters the total kilometers(miles) of the vehicle.

Trip odometerRegisters the kilometers (miles) ofindividual journeys. To reset,depress the control.

Tachometer (if equipped)Indicates the engine speed inrevolutions per minute.

Driving with your tachometerpointer in the red zone may damagethe engine.

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AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE

Volume/power controlPress the control to turn the audiosystem on or off.

Turn control to raise or lowervolume.

If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off,the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when theignition switch is turned back on. If you wish to maintain your presetvolume level, turn the audio system off with the power control beforeswitching off the ignition.

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Bass/treble adjust The bass adjust control allows

you to increase or decrease theaudio systems bass output.

The treble adjust control allowsyou to increase or decrease theaudio systems treble output.

Speaker balance/fade adjust Speaker sound distribution can be

adjusted between the right andleft speakers.

Press the BAL control. Togglebetween the + and control toadjust the speaker sound.

Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers. Press the FADE control. Toggle between the + and control to

adjust the speaker sound.

Seek functionThe seek function control works inradio or tape mode.

Seek function in radio mode Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band. Press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band.Seek function in tape mode Press to listen to the previous selection on the tape. Press to listen to the next selection on the tape.Scan functionThe scan function works in radio ortape mode.

Scan function in radio modePress the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stationson the frequency band. Press the control again to stop the scan mode.


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Scan function in tape modePress the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on thetape. (The tape scans in a forward direction. At the end of the tapesfirst side, direction automatically reverses to the opposite side of thetape.) To stop on a particular selection, press the control again.

AM/FM selectThe AM/FM select control works inradio modes.

AM/FM select in radio modeThis control allows you to select AMor FM frequency bands. Press thecontrol to switch between AM, FM1or FM2 memory preset stations.

AM/FM select in tape modePress this control to stop tape play and begin radio play.

Radio station memory presetThe radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls. Thesecontrols can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelveFM stations (six in FM1 and six in FM2).

Setting memory preset stations1. Select the frequency band withthe AM/FM select control.

2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for moreinformation on selecting a station.

3. Press and hold a memory presetcontrol until the sound returns,indicating the station is held inmemory on the control you selected.

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Setting the clockTo set the hour, press the hour (H)control and press :

(+) to increase hour and () to decrease hour

To set the minute, press the minute(M) control and press:

(+) to increase minutes and () to decrease minutes.

Tune adjustThe tune control works in radiomode.

Tune adjust in radio mode Press the to move to the next

frequency down the band(whether or not a listenablestation is located there). Holdthe to move through the frequencies quickly.

Press the to move to the next frequency up the band (whether ornot a listenable station is located there). Hold for quickmovement.

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Inserting a tapePush only slightly when inserting acassette tape (with the open edgeto the right). A cassette deckloading mechanism pulls the tape inthe rest of the way.

You can switch from radio to tape play by inserting a tape into thecassette deck.

Tape play selectInsert a tape to begin tape play.

Push only slightly when inserting a cassette tape (with the open edge tothe right). A cassette deck loading mechanism pulls the tape in the restof the way.

RewindThe rewind control works in tapemode.

In tape mode, radio play willcontinue until rewind is stopped (with the TAPE control) or thebeginning of the tape is reached.

Fast forwardThe fast forward control works intape mode.

In the tape mode, tape directionwill automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached.

Tape side selectPress this control to play thealternate side of a tape.

Eject functionPress the control to stop and eject atape.

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Dolby noise reductionDolby noise reduction operatesonly in tape mode. Dolby noisereduction reduces the amount ofhiss and static during tape playback.

Press the control to activate (and deactivate) Dolby noisereduction.

Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from DolbyLaboratories Licensing Corporation. Dolby and the double-D symbolare registered trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/ PREMIUM SOUND(RADIO CONTROLLED CD CHANGER COMPATIBLE)

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Volume/power controlPress the control to turn the audiosystem on or off.

Turn control to raise or lowervolume.

If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off,the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when theignition switch is turned back on. If you wish to maintain your presetvolume level, turn the audio system off with the power control beforeswitching off the ignition.

Bass/treble adjust The bass adjust control allows

you to increase or decrease theaudio systems bass output.

The treble adjust control allowsyou to increase or decrease theaudio systems treble output.

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Speaker balance/fade adjust Speaker sound distribution can be

adjusted between the right andleft speakers.

Speaker sound can be adjustedbetween the front and rearspeakers.

Seek functionThe seek function control works inradio, tape or CD mode (ifequipped).

Seek function in radio mode Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency

band.

Press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band.Seek function in tape mode Press to listen to the previous selection on the tape. Press to listen to the next selection on the tape.Seek function in CD mode (if equipped) Press to seek to the previous track of the current disc. If a

selection has been playing for three seconds or more and youpress , the CD changer will replay that selection from thebeginning.

Press to seek forward to the next track of the current disc.After the last track has been completed, the first track of the currentdisc will automatically replay.

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Scan functionThe scan function works in radio,tape or CD mode (if equipped).

Scan function in radio modePress the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stationson the frequency band. Press the control again to stop the scan mode.

Scan function in tape modePress the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on thetape. (The tape scans in a forward direction. At the end of the tapesfirst side, direction automatically reverses to the opposite side of thetape.) To stop on a particular selection, press the control again.

Scan function in CD mode (if equipped)Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on theCD. (The CD scans in a forward direction, wrapping back to the firsttrack at the end of the CD.) To stop on a particular selection, press thecontrol again.

AM/FM selectThe AM/FM select control works inradio, tape and CD modes (ifequipped).

AM/FM select in radio modeThis control allows you to select AMor FM frequency bands. Press thecontrol to switch between AM, FM1or FM2 memory preset stations.

AM/FM select in tape modePress this control to stop tape play and begin radio play.

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AM/FM select in CD modePress this control to stop CD play and begin radio play.

You can switch from CD play to tape play by simply inserting a tape intothe cassette deck.

Radio station memory presetThe radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls. Thesecontrols can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelveFM stations (six in FM1 and six in FM2).

Setting memory preset stations1. Select the frequency band withthe AM/FM select control.

2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for moreinformation on selecting a station.

3. Press and hold a memory presetcontrol until the sound returns,indicating the station is held inmemory on the control you selected.

Setting the clockTo set the hour, press the hour (h)control and press :

(+) to increase the hour and () to decrease the hour

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To set the minute, press the minute(m) control and press:

(+) to increase the minute and () to decrease the minute

Tune adjustThe tune control works in radio orCD mode (if equipped).

Tune adjust in radio mode Press the to move to the next

frequency down the band(whether or not a listenablestation is located there). Hold thecontrol to move through thefrequencies quickly.

Press the right side of the controlto move to the next frequency upthe band (whether or not alistenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement.

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Tune adjust for CD mode (if equipped) Press the to select the

previous disc in the CD changer.(Play will begin on the first trackof the disc unless the CD changeris in shuffle mode. Refer toShuffle feature for moreinformation. Hold the control tocontinue reversing through thedisc.

Press to select the next disc in the CD changer. Hold the controlto fast-forward through the remaining discs.

Inserting a tapePush only slightly when inserting acassette tape (with the open edgeto the right). A cassette deckloading mechanism pulls the tape inthe rest of the way.

You can switch from CD (if equipped) to tape play by inserting a tapeinto the cassette deck.

Tape play selectInsert a tape to begin tape play.

Push only slightly when inserting a cassette tape (with the open edge tothe right). A cassette deck loading mechanism pulls the tape in the restof the way.

RewindThe rewind control works in tapeand CD modes (if equipped).

In tape mode, radio play willcontinue until rewind is stopped(with the TAPE control) or thebeginning of the tape is reached.

In CD mode (if equipped), pressing the REW control for less thanthree seconds results in slow rewind. Pressing the control for morethan three seconds results in fast rewind.

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Fast forwardThe fast forward control works intape and CD modes (if equipped).

In the tape mode, tape directionwill automatically reverse whenthe end of the tape is reached.

In CD mode, pressing the control for less than three seconds results inslow forward action. Pressing the control for more than three secondsresults in fast forward action.

Tape side selectPress this control to play thealternate side of a tape.

Eject functionPress the control to stop and eject atape.

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Dolby noise reductionDolby noise reduction operatesonly in tape mode. Dolby noisereduction reduces the amount ofhiss and static during tape playback.

Press the control to activate(and deactivate) Dolby noisereduction.

Dolby noise reduction ismanufactured under license fromDolby Laboratories LicensingCorporation. Dolby and the double-D symbol are registeredtrademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

Compression adjustCompression adjust works in CDmode (if equipped), and brings softand loud CD passages together for amore consistent listening level.

Press the COMP control to activateand deactivate compression adjust.

Shuffle featureThe shuffle feature operates in CDmode (if equipped) and plays alltracks on the current disc in randomorder. If equipped with the CDchanger, the shuffle featurecontinues to the next disc after alltracks are played.

Press the SHUFFLE control to startthis feature. Random order play willcontinue until the SHUFFLE controlis pressed again.

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CD CHANGER (IF EQUIPPED)The CD changer is located in the trunk of your vehicle.

Slide the door to access the CDchanger magazine.

Press to eject the magazine.

Make sure only one disc is insertedin each slot. Each disc must beinserted with the label surfaceupward. You may insert up to sixCDs.

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The magazine does not need to befull for the changer to operate.

Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs in the changer. Themagazine may be stored in the glove box when not being used.The CD magazine may be inserted or ejected with the radio power off.ONLY use the magazine supplied with the CD changer, other types willdamage the unit.Keep the CD changer door closed. Coins and foreign objects will damagethe CD player and void your audio system warranty.Do not insert any promotional (odd shaped or sized) discs, ordiscs with removable labels into the CD player as jamming mayoccur.

TROUBLESHOOTING THE CD CHANGER (IF EQUIPPED)The laser beam used in the compact disc player is harmful to theeyes. Do not attempt to disassemble the case.

If sound skips: You may be traveling on a rough road, playing badly scratched discs or

the disc may be dirty. Skipping will not scratch the discs or damagethe player.

If your changer does not work, it may be that:

A disc is already loaded where you want to insert a disc. The disc is inserted with the label surface downward. The disc is dusty or defective. The players internal temperature is above 60C (140F). Allow the

player to cool down before operating.

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CLEANING COMPACT DISCSInspect all discs for contamination before playing. If necessary, cleandiscs only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out tothe edge. Do not use circular motion.

CD AND CD CHANGER CARE Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface. Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended

periods of time.

Do not insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changermagazine.

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm (4.75 in)audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certainrecordable and re-recordable compact discs may not functioncorrectly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs,CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs withhomemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted intothe CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to becomejammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identifiedwith permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact your dealer forfurther information.

CLEANING CASSETTE PLAYER (IF EQUIPPED)Clean the tape player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after 10 to12 hours of play in order to maintain the best sound and operation.

CASSETTE AND CASSETTE PLAYER CARE Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less. Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight, high humidity, extreme heat or

extreme cold. Allow tapes that may have been exposed to extremetemperatures to reach a moderate temperature before playing.

Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the holeand turning the hub.

Remove loose labels before inserting tapes. Do not leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not

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RADIO FREQUENCY INFORMATIONThe Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radioand Telecommunications Commission(CRTC) establish the frequenciesAM and FM stations may use for their broadcasts. Allowable frequenciesare:

AM 530, 5401600, 1610 kHz

FM 87.7, 87.9107.7, 107.9 MHz

Not all frequencies are used in a given area.

RADIO RECEPTION FACTORSThree factors can affect radio reception:

Distance/strength. The further an FM signal travels, the weaker it is.The listenable range of the average FM station is approximately 40 km(24 miles). This range can be affected by signal modulation. Signalmodulation is a process radio stations use to increase theirstrength/volume relative to other stations.

Terrain. Hills, mountains and tall buildings between your vehiclesantenna and the radio station signal can cause FM reception problems.Static can be caused on AM stations by power lines, electric fences,traffic lights and thunderstorms. Moving away from an interferingstructure (out of its shadow) returns your reception to normal.

Station overload. Weak signals are sometimes captured by strongersignals when you pass a broadcast tower. A stronger signal maytemporarily overtake a weaker signal and play while the weak stationfrequency is displayed.

The audio system automatically switches to single channel reception if itwill improve the reception of a station normally received in stereo.

AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTIES AND SERVICERefer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information.

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HEATER ONLY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

Fan speed controlControls the volume of air circulatedin the vehicle.

Temperature control knobControls the temperature of theairflow inside the vehicle. Onheater-only systems, the air cannotbe cooled below the outsidetemperature.

Mode selector controlControls the direction of the airflowto the inside of the vehicle.

(Panel) Distributes outside air through the instrument panelregisters.

OFF Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For shortperiods of time only, use this mode to prevent undesirable odors fromentering the vehicle.

(Panel and floor) Distributes outside air through theinstrument panel registers and the floor ducts.

(Floor) Distributes outside air through the floor ducts. (Floor and defrost) Distributes outside air through the floor

ducts and the windshield defroster ducts.

(Defrost) Distributes outside air through the windshielddefroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield.

OFF

HI

LO

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Operating tips In humid weather, place the climate control system in Defrost ( )

before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield. Once thewindshield has been cleared, select any desired position.

To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle, do not drive with theclimate control system in the OFF position.

Under normal weather conditions, your vehicles climate controlsystem should be left in any position other than OFF position whenthe vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to breathe through theoutside air inlet duct.

Under snowy or dirty weather conditions, your vehicles climatecontrol system should be left in the OFF position when the vehicle isparked. This allows the climate control system to be free fromcontamination of outside pollutants.

Do not place objects under the front seat which may interfere withthe airflow to the rear seats (if equipped).

Remove any snow, ice, or leaves from the air intake area (at the baseof the windshield and underneath the hood).

Do not place objects over the defroster outlets. These objects mayblock airflow and reduce your visibility through the windshield. Avoidplacing small objects on top of the instrument panel. These objectscan fall into the defroster outlets and block airflow, in addition to,damaging your climate control system.

Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel, as theseobjects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.

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MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED)

Fan speed controlControls the volume of air circulatedin the vehicle.

Temperature control knobControls the temperature of theairflow inside the vehicle.

Mode Selector ControlControls the direction of the airflowto the inside of the vehicle.

The air conditioning compressor can operate in all modes exceptand . However, the air conditioning will only function if the outsidetemperature is about 6C (43F) or higher.

Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the airduring operation, it is normal if clear water drips on the ground underthe air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after youhave stopped the vehicle.

MAX A/C Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. MAX A/C isnoisier than A/C but more economical and will cool the inside of thevehicle faster. Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers. Thismode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering thevehicle.

HI

LO OFF

A/C

MAXA/C

HI

LO

OFF

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A/C Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. It is quieter than MAX A/Cbut not as economical. Airflow will be from the instrument panelregisters.

(Panel) Distributes outside air through the instrument panelregisters. However, the air will not be cooled below the outsidetemperature because the air conditioning does not operate in thismode.

OFF Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For shortperiods of time only, use this mode to prevent undesirable odors fromentering the vehicle.

(Panel and floor) Distributes outside air through theinstrument panel registers and the floor ducts. Heating and airconditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. For addedcustomer comfort, when the temperature control knob is anywhere inbetween the full hot and full cold positions, the air distributed throughthe floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to theinstrument panel registers.

(Floor) Distributes outside air through the floor ducts.However, the air will not be cooled below the outside temperaturebecause the air conditioning does not operate in this mode.

(Floor and defrost) Distributes outside air through thewindshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts. Heating and airconditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. For addedcustomer comfort, the air distributed through the floor ducts will beslightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defroster ducts. Ifthe temperature is about 6C (43F) or higher, the air conditioner willautomatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.

(Defrost) Distributes outside air through the windshielddefroster ducts. It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield.If the temperature is about 6C (43F) or higher, the air conditionerwill automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging.

Operating tips In humid weather conditions, place the climate control system in

Defrost mode before driving. This will reduce fogging on yourwindshield. Once the windshield has been cleared, operate the climatecontrol system as desired.

To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in cold weatherconditions, dont drive with the climate control system in the OFF orMAX A/C position.

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To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in warm weatherconditions, dont drive with the climate control system in the OFFposition.

Under normal weather conditions, your vehicles climate controlsystem should be left in any position other than the MAX A/C or OFFwhen the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to breathethrough the outside air inlet duct.

Under snowy or dirty weather conditions, your vehicles climatecontrol system should be left in the OFF position when the vehicle isparked. This allows the climate control system to be free fromcontamination of outside pollutants.

If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during warmweather conditions, the air conditioner will perform more efficiently incooling the vehicle if driven for two or three minutes with thewindows open. This will force most of the hot, stale air out of thevehicle. Once the vehicle has been aired out, operate the climatecontrol system as desired.

Do not put objects under the front seat which may interfere with theairflow to the rear seats.

Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area (at thebottom of the windshield and underneath the hood).

Do not place objects over the defroster outlets. These objects canblock airflow and reduce visibility through your windshield. Avoidplacing small objects on top of the instrument panel. These objectsmay fall down into the defroster outlets and block airflow, in additionto, damaging the climate control system.

To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather conditions:

1. Select the position that distributes air through the Panel and Floor.

2. Set the temperature control to full heat.

3. Set the fan speed to full fan.

4. Direct the outer panel vents towards the side windows.

5. To increase airflow to the outer panel vents, close the central panelvents.

Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as theseobjects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop.

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REAR WINDOW DEFROSTERClears the rear window of thin ice and fog. To operate:

1. Turn the ignition to the ON position.

2. Press and release the controlonce to turn on. The light will be litwhile the rear window defroster ison.

3. Press and release the controlagain to turn off.

The defroster will automatically turn off after 15 minutes.

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HEADLAMP CONTROLRotate the headlamp control to thefirst position to turn on the parkinglamps.

Rotate to the second position toturn on the headlamps.

Foglamp control (if equipped)Rotate forward to activate.

High beamsPush the lever toward theinstrument panel to activate. Pullthe lever towards you to deactivate.

OFF

OFF OFF

OFF

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Flash to passPull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate.

PANEL DIMMER CONTROLUse to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlampand parklamp operation.

Coupe Rotate up to brighten. Rotate down to dim.

Sedan Rotate left to brighten Rotate right to dim

The dome lamp will not illuminate if the control switch is in the OFFposition.

OFF

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AIMING THE HEADLAMPSYour vehicle is equipped with a Vehicle Headlamp Aim Device (VHAD)on each headlamp. Each headlamp may be properly aimed in the vertical(up/down) and the horizontal (left/right) directions using your VHADsystem. The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at theassembly plant.

A bubble (vertical indicator) that is not centered between the two redlines does not necessarily indicate out-of-aim headlamps. If your vehicleis not positioned on a level surface, the slope will be included in thevertical indication. Therefore, vertical and horizontal headlampadjustment should be performed only when the beam direction appearsto be incorrect.

You will need one 4 mm wrench or socket to make the adjustments.

If the vehicle has been in an accident, the vehicles front structureshould be properly aligned before aiming the headlamps.

Horizontal aim adjustment1. Park the vehicle on a levelsurface.

2. With the hood open, locate thehorizontal indicator and theadjusting screw. They are locatedbelow the viewing window at therear of the headlamp assembly.

3. The L and R under the viewing window on the top of theheadlamp refer to the directional change (left or right) of the horizontalaim.

4. Use a 4 mm wrench or socket to turn the horizontal adjusting screwuntil the forward edge of the knurled portion of the screw is aligned withthe 0 reference mark (as shown) on the plastic slider when vieweddirectly from above.

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Vertical aim adjustment1. Park the vehicle on a levelsurface.

2. With the hood open, locate thebubble level and the verticaladjustment screw. The adjustmentscrew is located on the outboardside of the headlamp below theheadlamp upper attachment.

3. The UP and DN on the bubbleindicate the directional change (upor down) of the vertical aim.

4. Use a 4 mm wrench or socket toturn the vertical adjusting screwclockwise or counterclockwise untilthe bubble is centered between thelines.

Repeat the above process to the other headlamp, if necessary.

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL Push down to activate the left

turn signal.

Push up to activate the right turnsignal.

L

R

UP

DN

DN

UP

OFF

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INTERIOR LAMPS

Dome lamp and map lamps (if equipped)The dome lamp is located overheadbetween the driver and passengerseats.

The dome lamp will stay on if thecontrol is moved to the ON position.When the control is moved to theDOOR position, the lamp will onlycome on if a door is opened. If thecontrol is moved to the OFFposition, the lamp will not come onat all.

The map lamps and controls arelocated on the dome lamp. Press thecontrols on either side of each maplamp to activate the lamps.

Map lamps (if equipped)The map lamps and controls are located on the dome lamp. Press thecontrols on either side of the dome lamp to activate the map lamps.

If equipped with a moon roof, themap lamps are located on the moonroof control panel. Press the controlnext to the map lamp to illuminatethe lamp.

OFF DOOR ON

OPEN

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BULBSReplacing exterior bulbsIt is a good idea to check the operation of the following lights frequently:

Headlamps Turn signals Foglamps (if equipped) High-mount brakelamp Tail lamps Brakelamps Backup lamps License plate lamp Hazard flashersDo not remove lamp bulbs unless they will be replaced immediately. If abulb is removed for an extended period of time, contaminants may enterthe lamp housings and affect performance.

Using the right bulbsReplacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbsmust be marked with an authorized D.O.T. for North America and anE for Europe to assure lamp performance, light brightness, lightpattern and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lampassembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide qualitybulb burn time.

Function Trade NumberFront park/turn lamps 3457 AK (amber)Foglamps (if equipped) 881Headlamps-aero high and low beam 9007Rear license plate lamps 168High-mount brake lamp 921Backup lamps 3156KBrake lamps 3157KInterior overhead lamp 12V/10WAll replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer

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INTERIOR BULBS

Dome lamp1. Remove the lamp lens by applyingpressure to both tabs at the top ofthe lamp and pulling lensdownward.

2. Pull out the burned-out bulb andinstall a new one.

3. Install the lamp lens by applyingpressure to both sides of the lamplens and popping the lamp lens upon the assembly.

Map lampsFor bulb replacement, see a qualified service technician or your dealer.

Replacing headlamp bulbs1. Make sure that the headlamps are turned OFF.

2. Open the hood and disconnect the headlamp wiring socket from thein-line connector. This will make it easier to change the bulb.

3. Remove the protective dust shieldfrom the housing by turning thedust shield counterclockwise (whenviewed from the rear).

4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward.

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5. Remove the bulb retaining ring byrotating it counterclockwise.

6. Without turning, remove the oldbulb from the lamp assembly bypulling it straight back out of thelamp assembly and replace.

Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out ofchildrens reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do

not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb tobreak the next time the headlamps are operated.

7. Install the new bulb in lamp assembly by pushing straight in with thebulbs plastic base facing upward. Turn the bulb slightly to align thegrooves in the plastic base with the tabs in the lamp assembly.

8. Install the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base and lock the ringby rotating it clockwise until it snaps into place.

9. Connect the electrical connector into the plastic base until it snaps.

10. Install the protective dust shield and lock the shield by rotating itclockwise until it locks into position.

11. Connect the headlamp wiring socket to the in-line connector.

12. Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly. If theheadlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb, you shouldnot need to align it again.

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Replacing foglamp bulbs1. Remove the bulb socket from thefoglamp by turningcounterclockwise.

2. Disconnect the electricalconnector from the foglamp bulb.

3. Connect the electrical connectorto the new foglamp bulb.

4. Install the bulb socket in thefoglamp turning clockwise.

Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbsTo remove the brakelamp bulb:

1. Push the center of the push pinsin to release tension.

2. Pull the push pins out of thecover and slide the cover away fromthe package tray.

3. Remove the bulb by rotating itcounterclockwise and pulling it outof the lamp assembly.

4. Carefully pull out the bulbstraight out of the socket and pushin new bulb.

To install the brakelamp bulb:

1. Install the bulb into the lamp assembly and rotate clockwise.

2. Install the push pins in the cover far enough that the pins protrudeoutside of the cover about 6 mm (1/4 inch).

3. Install the cover and secure with the push pins.

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Tail lamp/turn signal/backup lamp bulbsThe tail/turn signal lamp and backuplamp bulbs are located in the sameportion of the tail lamp assembly,one just below the other. Follow thesame steps to replace either bulb.

1. Open trunk to expose the taillamp assembly screws. Remove thetwo screws from the front of the lamp.

2. The tail lamp has hidden fasteners which can be disengaged by hittingthe lamp, with the side of your hand, toward the side of the vehicle.

3. Pull lamp assembly away from vehicle for access to bulbs.

4. Remove the bulb socket byrotating it counterclockwise, thenpulling it out of the lamp assembly.

5. Pull the bulb from the socket andpush in the new bulb.

6. Install the bulb socket into thelamp by rotating it clockwise.

7. Position the tail lamp on thevehicle and gently tap the lens toengage the clips. Install the screws.

License plate lampsTo change the license plate bulbs:

1. Remove two screws and thelicense plate lamp assembly fromthe rear bumper.

2. Carefully pull the bulb out fromthe lamp assembly and push in thenew bulb.

3. Install the lamp assembly on rearbumper with two screws.

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WINDSHIELD WIPER AND WASHER For intermittent wiping, move the

control down one position androtate the wiper switch to thedesired position.

For low speed wiping, move thecontrol down two positions.

For high speed wiping, move thecontrol down three positions.

For mist wiping, move the control up one position. To spray the washer fluid, pull

the wiper control toward you.

MISTOFF

INT1 2

F

S

PULL INT

MISTOFF

INT1 2

F

S

PULL INT

MISTOFF

INT1 2

F

S

PULL INT

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Windshield wiper bladesCheck the wiper blades for wear at least twice a year or when they seemless effective. Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatmentsused by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades.Checking the wiper bladesIf the wiper blades do not wipe properly, clean both the windshield andwiper blades using undiluted windshield wiper solution or a milddetergent. Rinse thoroughly with clean water. To avoid damaging theblades, do not use fuel, kerosene, paint thinner or other solvents.Changing the wiper bladesTo replace the wiper blades:

1. Pull the wiper arm away from thewindshield and lock into the serviceposition.

2. Turn the blade at an angle fromthe wiper arm. Push the lock pinmanually to release the blade andpull the wiper blade down towardthe windshield to remove it from thearm.

3. Attach the new wiper to thewiper arm and press it into placeuntil a click is heard.

TILT STEERING (IF EQUIPPED)Pull the tilt steering control down tomove the steering wheel up ordown. Hold the control whileadjusting the wheel to the desiredposition, then push the control backup to lock the steering wheel inposition.

Never adjust the steeringwheel when the vehicle is

moving.

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POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED)Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows.

Press the top portion of therocker switch to close.

Press the bottom portion of therocker switch to open.

Express downTo make the driver window openfully without holding the windowcontrol, press the bottom portion ofthe driver window controlcompletely down and releasequickly. Depress again to stopwindow operation.

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POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED)The ignition must be in ACC or ON position to adjust the power sideview mirrors.

To adjust your mirrors:

1. Select L to adjust the left mirroror R to adjust the right mirror.

2. Move the control in the directionyou wish to tilt the mirror.

3. Return to the center position tolock mirrors in place.

SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)To turn speed control on Press ON.Vehicle speed cannot be controlleduntil the vehicle is traveling at orabove 48 km/h (30 mph).

Do not shift the gearshift leverinto N (Neutral) with the speedcontrol on.

MIRRORSL R

MIRRORSL R

ON

OFF

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Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads thatare winding, slippery, or unpaved.

To turn speed control off Press OFF or Turn off the vehicle ignition.Once speed control is switched off,the previously programmed setspeed will be erased.

To set a speed Press SET ACC. For speed

control to operate, the speedcontrol must be ON and thevehicle speed must be greaterthan 48 km/h (30 mph).

If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle speed may varymomentarily slower or faster than the set speed. This is normal.Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it increases above theset speed on a downhill. If your vehicle speed is faster than the setspeed while driving on a downhill, you may want to shift to the nextlower gear or apply the brakes to reduce your vehicle speed.If your vehicle slows down more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below your setspeed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. This is normal.Pressing RSM will re-engage it.

Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads thatare winding, slippery, or unpaved.

ON

OFF

RSM

CST

SETACC

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To set a higher set speed Press and hold SET ACC. Release

the control when the desiredvehicle speed is reached or

Press and release SET ACC tooperate the Tap-Up function.Each press will increase the setspeed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or

Accelerate with your acceleratorpedal. When the desired vehiclespeed is reached, press andrelease SET ACC.

You can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speedcontrol usage. Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle tothe previously programmed set speed.

To set a lower set speed Press and hold CST. Release the

control when the desired speed isreached or

Press and release CST to operatethe Tap-Down function. Eachpress will decrease the set speedby 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or

Depress the brake pedal. Whenthe desired vehicle speed isreached, press SET ACC.

RSM

CST

SETACC

RSM

CST

SETACC

RSM

CST

SETACC

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Depress the brake pedal. Whenthe desired vehicle speed isreached, press SET ACC.

To disengage speed control Depress the brake pedal or

Depress the clutch pedal (ifequipped).

Disengaging the speed control willnot erase the previouslyprogrammed set speed.

RSM

CST

SETACC

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Pressing OFF will erase thepreviously programmed set speed.

To return to a previously set speed Press RSM. For RSM to operate,

the vehicle speed must be fasterthan 48 km/h (30 mph).

MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) Press and hold OPEN to raise the

moon roof to the vent position.

Press OPEN again to fully openthe moon roof.

Press the opposite end of thetoggle control to close the moonroof from either position.

Sliding shadeThe moon roof has a sliding shade that you can open or close when themoon roof is closed.

ON

OFF

RSM

CST

SETACC

OPEN

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TRUNK REMOTE CONTROLPress the remote trunk releasecontrol on the instrument panel toopen the trunk.

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MATPosition the driver floor mat so thatthe eyelet is over the pointed end ofthe retention post and rotateforward to lock in. Make sure thatthe mat does not interfere with theoperation of the accelerator or thebrake pedal. To remove the floormat, reverse the installationprocedure.

TRUN

K RELEASE

TRUNKRELEASE

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KEYSThe key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacementkeys are available from your dealer.

You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in caseyou require it in an emergency.

Refer to SecuriLock Passive Anti-Theft System for more information.

POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED)Press U to unlock all doors and L tolock all doors.

Childproof door locksWhen these locks are set, the reardoors cannot be opened from theinside. The rear doors can beopened from the outside when thedoors are unlocked.

The childproof locks are located onrear edge of each rear door andmust be set separately for eachdoor. Setting the lock for one doorwill not automatically set the lockfor both doors.

Move lock control down to engagethe lock. Move control up todisengage childproof locks.

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INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASEYour vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartmentrelease handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults inthe event they become locked inside the luggage compartment.Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation andlocation of the release handle.

To open the luggage compartmentdoor (lid) from within the luggagecompartment, pull the illuminatedT shaped handle and push up onthe trunk lid. The handle iscomposed of a material that willglow for hours in darkness followingbrief exposure to ambient light.

The T shaped handle will belocated either on the luggagecompartment door (lid) or insidethe luggage compartment near thetail lamps.

Keep vehicle doors andluggage compartment

locked and keep keys and remotetransmitters out of a childs reach.Unsupervised children could lockthemselves in the trunk and riskinjury. Children should be taughtnot to play in vehicles.

On hot days, the temperature in the trunk or vehicle interior canrise very quickly. Exposure of people or animals to these high

temperatures for even a short time can cause death or seriousheat-related injuries, including brain damage. Small children areparticularly at risk.

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REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEMThis device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 ofIndustry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This devicemust accept any interference received, including interference that maycause undesired operation.

Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could void the users authority tooperate the equipment.

Your vehicle may have an all-door remote entry system or a drivers dooronly remote entry system.

The all-door remote entry system allows you to:

lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key. arm and disarm the anti-theft system. (For more information on the

anti-theft system, refer to Anti-theft system in this chapter.)

open the trunk. activate the panic alarm.The drivers door only entry system allows you to:

lock the drivers door unlock the drivers door only without a key. activate the panic alarm. open the trunkThe remote entry features only operate with the ignition in the LOCKposition.

If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle,ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are brought to the dealership,to aid in troubleshooting.

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Unlocking the doorsPress this control to unlock thedrivers door. The interior lamps willilluminate.

With the all-door remote entrysystem, press the control a secondtime within three seconds to unlockall doors.

Locking the doorsPress this control to lock all doors.On vehicles equipped with thedrivers door only remote entrysystem, only the drivers door willlock.

To confirm doors are closed andlocked, press the lock control asecond time within three seconds.The door(s) will lock again, thehorn will chirp once and the lampswill flash.

If any of the doors are open or ajar, the horn will make two quick chirps,reminding you to properly close the doors.

This process will also arm your anti-theft system (if equipped). For moreinformation on arming the anti-theft system, refer to Anti-theft system inthis chapter.

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Sounding a panic alarmPress this control to activate thealarm.

To deactivate the alarm, press thecontrol again or turn the ignition toACC or ON.

Opening the trunkPress the control once to open thetrunk.

Ensure that the trunk is closed andlatched before driving your vehicle.Failure to latch the trunkcompletely may cause objects to fallout of the trunk or block the rearview.

Replacing the batteryThe remote transmitter is powered by one coin type three-volt lithiumbattery CR2032 or equivalent. Typical operating range will allow you tobe up to 10 meters (33 feet) away from your vehicle. A decrease inoperating range can be caused by the following factors:

Weather conditions Nearby radio towers Structures around the vehicle Other vehicles parked next to the vehicle

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To replace the battery:

1. Twist a thin coin between the twohalves of the transmitter near thekey ring. DO NOT TAKE THEFRONT PART OF THETRANSMITTER APART.

2. Place the positive (+) side of newbattery in the same orientation.Refer to the diagram inside thetransmitter unit.

3. Snap the two halves backtogether.

Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter tobecome deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmitter shouldoperate normally after battery replacement.

Replacing lost transmittersIf a remote transmitter has been lostand you would like to remove itfrom the vehicles memory, or youwould like to purchase additionalremote transmitters and have themprogrammed to your vehicle:

Take all your vehiclestransmitters to your dealer forprogramming, or

Perform the programmingprocedure yourself.

Programming remote transmittersIt is necessary to have all (maximum of four original and/or new) ofyour remote transmitters available prior to beginning this procedure.

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To program the transmitters yourself:

Insert a key in the ignition andturn from 1 (LOCK) to 2 (ACC)and cycle between 2 (ACC) and 3(ON) eight times in rapidsuccession (within 10 seconds)with the eighth turn ending in the3 (ON) position. The doors willlock/unlock to confirm thatprogramming mode has beenentered.

Within 20 seconds, program a remote transmitter by pressing anybutton on a transmitter. The doors will lock/unlock to confirm that theremote transmitter has been programmed. (If more than 20 secondspass before pressing a remote transmitter button, the programmingmode will exit and the procedure will have to be repeated.)

Repeat the previous step to program additional remote transmitters.The doors will lock/unlock to confirm that each remote transmitter hasbeen programmed.

When you have completed programming the remote transmitters, turnthe ignition to 2 (ACC) or wait 20 seconds. Again the doors willlock/unlock to confirm programming has been completed.

Illuminated entryInterior lamps will illuminate when UNLOCK or PANIC control ispressed. The lamps will illuminate for approximately 20 seconds or untilthe key is inserted in the ignition and turned to ON or until LOCKcontrol is pressed. The dome lamp must be set to the DOOR position inorder for the illuminated entry system to operate.

ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)When armed, the anti-theft system will help prevent your vehicle fromunauthorized entry.

If there is any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle,ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are brought to the dealership,to aid in troubleshooting.

LOCK

AC

CON START

0I

II

III

4

3

2

1

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Arming the anti-theft systemTurn the ignition to LOCK, removethe key and press the lock controlon the remote entry transmitter.

Identifying an armed systemWhile the system is arming, the THEFT light in the instrument clusterwill illuminate for 30 seconds. After 30 seconds, THEFT will flash,indicating the system is armed.

If the system is arming with the doors open, the THEFT light will stayilluminated until all the doors are closed and then illuminate for 30seconds and begin flashing.

When an unauthorized entry occurs, the activated system will:

flash the parking lamps and the THEFT light sound the hornThe flashing parking lamps and the honking horn automatically shut offafter about three minutes and will remain off unless anotherunauthorized entry is attempted.

Disarming the anti-theft system

Disarming an untriggered anti-theft systemPress the unlock control to disarm atriggered or untriggered system.

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A triggered system may also bedisarmed by inserting the key andturning the ignition to ON/ACC orby pressing the panic control.

Pressing the trunk control willprevent the alarm from soundinguntil the trunk is closed again.

Using the ignition key to unlock doors/trunk will not disarm theanti-theft system.

Disarming a triggered anti-theft systemPress either the unlock or paniccontrol to disarm the system.

A triggered system may also bedisarmed by inserting the key andturning the ignition to ACC or ON.

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SEATINGAdjustable head restraints (if equipped)Your vehicles seats may be equipped with head restraints which arevertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints is to help limithead motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your headrestraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind yourhead or as close to that position as possible. Refer to the following toraise and lower the head restraints.

The head restraints can be movedup and down.

Push control to lower head restraint.

Adjusting the front manual seatNever adjust the drivers seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving.

Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk ofinjuring people in a collision or sudden stop.

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across the hips.

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Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseats safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the

event of a collision.

Lift handle to move seat forward orbackward.

Pull lever up to adjust seatback.

Driver seat memory recliner (if equipped) Pull control to adjust seatback.


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To retain selected seatbackposition, release seatback bymoving memory recliner controlforward to release seatback.

Push seatback rearward until the seatback latches. This will be thefirst position selected.

FOLDING REAR SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)FOLDING DOWN THE REAR SEATSTo fold the seatback down:

Press the latch control downwardor pull up on strap and

Pull the seatback forward anddown.

RETURNING THE SEAT TO THE UPRIGHT POSITIONCheck to see that the seat and seatback is latched securely inposition. Keep floor area free of objects that would prevent

proper seat engagement. Never attempt to adjust the seat while thevehicle is in motion.


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To return the seat to the upright/normal seating position: Rotate seat upward and latch.The full rear bench seat is shown. The split-folding rear seat (ifequipped) operates in a similar manner.SAFETY RESTRAINTSSafety restraints precautions

Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across the hips.

To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where theycan be properly restrained.

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while thevehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from

injury in a collision.

All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should alwaysproperly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag (SRS) is

provided.

It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside oroutside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas

are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people toride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats andsafety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using asafety belt properly.

In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likelyto die than a person wearing a safety belt.

Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety beltassembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that

are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on theoutside shoulder only. Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm. 2)Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder.3) Never use a single belt for more than one person.


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Always transport children 12 years old and under in the backseat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.

Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has beenclosed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check

seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them.

Combination lap and shoulder belts1. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is comingfrom) until you hear a snap and feelit latch. Make sure the tongue issecurely fastened in the buckle.

2. To unfasten, push the releasebutton and remove the tongue fromthe buckle.

The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle arecombination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger and rear seatoutboard safety belts have two types of locking modes described below:Vehicle sensitive modeThe vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode, allowing freeshoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking inresponse to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakessuddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact ofapproximately 8 km/h (5 mph) or more, the combination safety belts willlock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers.


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Automatic locking modeIn this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt willstill 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 Any time a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or

outboard rear seating position (if equipped). Children 12 years old andunder should be properly restrained in the rear seat wheneverpossible. Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Seats forChildren later in this chapter.

How to use the automatic locking mode Buckle the combination lap and

shoulder belt.

Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is extracted.

Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clickingsound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic lockingmode.


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How to disengage the automatic locking modeFord Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assembliesand attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified

technician after any collision. Safety belt assemblies not in use during acollision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage orimproper operation is noted.

Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retractcompletely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate thevehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode.

After any vehicle collision, the front passenger outboard seat beltsystem must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that

the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is stillfunctioning properly. In addition, all seat belts should be checked forproper function.

BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED ifthe seat belt assembly automatic locking retractor feature or

any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checkedaccording to the procedures in Workshop Manual.

Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly couldincrease the risk of injury in collisions.

Front safety belt height adjustment (if equipped)Your vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments for the driver and frontpassenger. Adjust the height of theshoulder belt so the belt restsacross the middle of your shoulder.

To lower the shoulder belt height,push the button and slide the heightadjuster down. To raise the heightof the shoulder belt, slide the heightadjuster up. Pull down on the heightadjuster to make sure it is locked inplace.


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Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt restsacross the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety

belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt andincrease the risk of injury in a collision.

Lap belts (if equipped)Adjusting the lap beltThe lap belt does not adjust automatically.

The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around thehips, not across the waist.

Insert the tongue into the correctbuckle (the buckle closest to thedirection the tongue is comingfrom). To lengthen the belt, turn thetongue at a right angle to the beltand pull across your lap until itreaches the buckle. To tighten thebelt, pull the loose end of the beltthrough the tongue until it fitssnugly across the hips.

Shorten and fasten the belt whennot in use.

Safety belt extension assemblyIf the safety belt is too short when fully extended, there is a 20 cm(8 inch) safety belt extension assembly that can be added (part number611C22). This assembly can be obtained from your dealer at no cost.


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Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safetybelt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing onthe label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is tooshort for you when fully extended.

Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across thetorso.

Safety belt warning light and indicator chimeThe safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and achime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts.

Conditions of operationIf... Then...The drivers safety belt is notbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the ONposition...

The safety belt warning lightilluminates 1-2 minutes and thewarning chime sounds 4-8 seconds.

The drivers safety belt isbuckled while the indicatorlight is illuminated and thewarning chime is sounding...

The safety belt warning light andwarning chime turn off.

The drivers safety belt isbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the ONposition...

The safety belt warning light andindicator chime remain off.

BeltMinderThe BeltMinder feature is a supplemental warning to the safety beltwarning function. This feature provides additional reminders to thedriver that the drivers safety belt is unbuckled by intermittentlysounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in theinstrument cluster.


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If... Then...The drivers safety belt is notbuckled approximately 5seconds after the safety beltwarning light has turned off...

The BeltMinder feature is activated -the safety belt warning lightilluminates and the warning chimesounds for 6 seconds every 30seconds, repeating for approximately5 minutes or until safety belt isbuckled.

The drivers safety belt isbuckled while the safety beltindicator light is illuminatedand the safety belt warningchime is sounding...

The BeltMinder feature will notactivate.

The drivers safety belt isbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the ONposition...

The BeltMinder feature will notactivate.

The purpose of the BeltMinder is to remind occasional wearers to wearsafety belts all of the time.

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts:(All statistics based on U.S. data)

Reasons given... Consider...Crashes are rare events 36700 crashes occur every day. The

more we drive, the more we areexposed to rare events, even forgood drivers. 1 in 4 of us will beseriously injured in a crash duringour lifetime.

Im not going far 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25miles of home.

Belts are uncomfortable We design our safety belts to enhancecomfort. If you are uncomfortable -try different positions for the safetybelt upper anchorage and seatbackwhich should be as upright aspossible; this can improve comfort.


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Reasons given... Consider...I was in a hurry Prime time for an accident.

BeltMinder reminds us to take a fewseconds to buckle up.

Seat belts dont work Safety belts, when used properly,reduce risk of death to front seatoccupants by 45% in cars, and by60% in light trucks.

Traffic is light Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur insingle-vehicle crashes, many whenno other vehicles are around.

Belts wrinkle my clothes Possibly, but a serious crash can domuch more than wrinkle your clothes,particularly if you are unbelted.

The people Im with dontwear belts

Set the example, teen deaths occur 4times more often in vehicles withTWO or MORE people. Children andyounger brothers/sisters imitatebehavior they see.

I have an air bag Air bags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to inflate in rear andside crashes or rollovers.

Id rather be thrown clear Not a good idea. People who areejected are 40 times more likelyto DIE. Safety belts help preventejection, WE CANT PICK OURCRASH.

Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the BeltMinder chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of

injury in an accident. To disable (one-time) or deactivate the BeltMinder feature please follow the directions stated below.

One time disableAny time the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during anignition ON cycle, BeltMinder will be disabled for that ignition cycle only.Deactivating/activating the BeltMinder featureRead steps 1 - 9 thoroughly before proceeding with thedeactivation/activation programming procedure.


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The BeltMinder feature can be deactivated/activated by performing thefollowing procedure:Before following the procedure, make sure that: The parking brake is set. The gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral

position (manual transmission). The ignition switch is in the OFF position. All vehicle doors are closed. The drivers safety belt is unbuckled. The parklamps/headlamps are in OFF position (If vehicle is equipped

with Autolamps, this will not affect the procedure).

To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate the BeltMinder feature while driving the vehicle.

BeltMinder activation and deactivation procedure

1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOTSTART THE ENGINE.)

2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 12minutes.)

Steps 35 must be completed within 60 seconds or the procedure willhave to be repeated.

3. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times, ending with thesafety belt unbuckled. This can be done before or during BeltMinderwarning activation.

4. Turn on the parklamps/headlamps, turn off the parklamps/headlamps.

5. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times, ending with thesafety belt unbuckled.

After step 5 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for threeseconds.

6. Within seven seconds of the safety belt warning light turning off,buckle then unbuckle the safety belt.

This will disable BeltMinder if it is currently enabled, or enableBeltMinder if it is currently disabled.

7. Confirmation of disabling BeltMinder is provided by the safety beltwarning light flashing four times per second for three seconds.


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8. Confirmation of enabling BeltMinder is provided by:

The safety belt warning light flashing four times per second for threeseconds.

Followed by three seconds with the safety belt warning light off. Once again, the safety belt warning light will flash four times per

second for three seconds.

9. After receiving confirmation, the deactivation/activation procedure iscomplete.

Safety belt maintenanceInspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they workproperly and are not damaged. Inspect the safety belts to make surethere are no nicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary. All safety beltassemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckleassemblies, buckle support assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulderbelt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (ifequipped), child safety seat tether bracket assemblies (if equipped),LATCH child seat tether anchors and lower anchors (if equipped), andattaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford MotorCompany recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehiclesinvolved in a collision be replaced. However, if the collision was minorand a qualified technician finds that the belts do not show damage andcontinue to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced. Safetybelt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected andreplaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.

Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety beltassembly under the above conditions could result in severe

personal injuries in the event of a collision.

Refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter.


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AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)

Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic modulewhich records information about the air bag and sensor systems. In theevent of a collision this module may save information related to thecollision including information about the air bag system and impactseverity. This information will assist Ford Motor Company in servicingthe vehicle and in helping to better understand real world collisions andfurther improve the safety of future vehicles.

Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautionsThe supplemental restraint systemis designed to work with the safetybelt to help protect the driver andright front passenger from certainupper body injuries.

Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly orgently and the risk of injury from adeploying air bag is greatest close tothe trim covering the air bagmodule.

All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should alwaysproperly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag (SRS) is

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Always transport children 12 years old and under in the backseat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 cm (10 inches)

between an occupants chest and the driver air bag module.

Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries.

Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the air bag:

Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching thepedals comfortably.

Recline

Documents

2002 Ford Escort Manual