2003 Ford Escape Owners Manual

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Operating tips • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle during cold or warm weather, do not drive with the air flow selector in the OFF position. • Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the air flow selector in OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to “breathe” using the outside air inlet vents. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the air • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of flow to the back seats. the windshield. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2. Set the temperature control to full heat 3. Set the fan speed to 4 (HI). 31 Climate Controls 4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel. Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM 1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. 2. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each control. MAX A/C: Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. Air flows from the instrument panel vents only. A/C: Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. Air flows from the instrument panel vents only. : Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents. O (OFF): Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. : Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and the floor vents. : Distributes outside air through the floor vents. : Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and floor vents. : Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents. The air conditioner will automatically turn on to dehumidify the air. 3. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle. 32 Climate Controls position. the air flow selector in the air flow selector in the OFF or MAX A/C position. Operating tips • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the • Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the air flow selector in MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to “breathe” using the outside air inlet vents. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of airflow to the back seats. the windshield. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2. Select A/C. 3. Modulate the temperature control to maintain comfort. 4. Set the fan speed to 4. 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel. Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear defroster is on the instrument panel. Press to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog. The small LED will illuminate when activated. Ensure that the ignition is ON to operate the rear window defroster. The defroster turns off automatically after 15 minutes or when the ignition is turned to the OFF position. To manually turn off the defroster before 15 minutes have passed, push the control again. 33 Lights Lights HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to the first position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate to the second position to also turn on the headlamps. OFF BATTERY SAVER The battery saver will shut off the exterior lamps 10 minutes after the ignition switch has been turned off and the headlamp control is in the HEADLAMP position. The system will not shut off the parking lamps if the headlamp control is in the PARK position. For interior lights, refer to Illuminated entry in the Locks and security chapter. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control. The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for approximately 20 seconds after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position. Foglamp control (if equipped) Turn on the low-beam headlamps. Press the foglamp control, located on the instrument panel, to activate the foglamps. The foglamp LED will illuminate when the foglamps are on. When the highbeams are activated, the foglamps will not operate. Press the foglamp control to deactivate the foglamps. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: • the ignition must be in the ON position and • the headlamp control is in the OFF, parking lamp or autolamp position. • the hand park brake must be in the OFF position. 34 Lights Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system does not activate with your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision. High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. Pull the lever towards you to deactivate. Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate. OFF OFF PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel. • Push and hold top of control to brighten. 35 Lights • Push and hold bottom of control to dim. AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant. If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by a qualified service technician. Vertical aim adjustment 1. Park the vehicle on a level surface approximately 7.6 meters (25 feet) from a vertical wall or screen directly in front of it. • (1) Eight feet • (2) Center height of lamp to ground • (3) Twenty five feet • (4) Horizontal reference line 2. Measure the height from the center of your headlamp to the ground and mark a 2.4 meter (8 foot) horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height (a piece of masking tape works well). The center of the lamp is marked by a 3.0 mm circle on the headlamp lens. 3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood. Cover the left-hand headlamp with an opaque cloth. 36 Lights 4. On the wall or screen you will observe a light pattern with a distinct horizontal edge of high intensity light towards the right. If this edge is not at the horizontal reference line, the beam will need to be adjusted. 5. Locate the vertical adjuster on the headlamp, then use a 5 mm hex socket or T20 Torx driver to turn the adjuster either counterclockwise (to adjust down) or clockwise (to adjust up) aligning the upper edge of the light pattern to the horizontal line. 6. Move the opaque cloth to cover the right-hand headlamp and repeat steps 4 and 5 for the left-hand headlamp. 7. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON-ADJUSTABLE. 8. Close the hood and turn off the lamps. TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the left • Push up to activate the right turn turn signal. signal. OFF INTERIOR LAMPS Dome lamps and map lamps The front dome lamp is located overhead between the driver and passenger seats. 37 Lights The dome lamp will stay on if the control is moved to the passenger side position. When the control is in the middle position, the lamp will only come on when a door is opened. If the control is moved to the driver’s side position, the lamp will not come on at all. With the control in the middle position, the dome lamp will illuminate whenever any door is opened. If any door has been opened from the outside, the lamp will remain on for 15 seconds after the door is shut. The map lamp controls (without moon roof) are located on the dome lamp. Press the controls on either side of each map lamp to activate the lamps. If equipped with a moon roof, the map lamps are located on the moon roof control panel. Press the controls on either side of each map lamp to activate the lamps. This map lamp will illuminate whenever any door is opened. If any door has been opened from the outside, the lamp will remain on for 15 seconds after the door is closed. Cargo and dome lamp Rear cargo lamp equipped with an ON/OFF/DOOR control will light when: • the doors are closed and the control is in the ON position. • the control is in the DOOR position and any door is open. When the control is in the OFF position, it will not illuminate when you open the doors or fully rotate the headlamp control. 38 BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. Lights Trade number Number of bulbs Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an “E” for Europe to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time. Function Park/turn lamps (front) Headlamps Rear stop/tail/sidemarker Rear turn lamps Backup lamp Foglamp (front) Center High-mount stop lamp Rear license plate lamp All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer. 3157 AK (amber) 3156K 3156K 3157K W5W HB2 898 168 Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. Replacing headlamp bulbs 1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the OFF position. 2. Open the hood. 39 Lights 3. Press two tabs and disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb. 4. Remove the rubber boot from the lamp assembly by pulling on one of the tabs. 5. Press the retainer spring forward and spread the spring releasing it from bulb hooks and rotate it away from the bulb. 40 Lights 6. Without turning, carefully pull bulb out of headlamp assembly. Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its metal base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated. Note: The bulb’s metal base gets very hot during headlamp operation. Be sure the bulb base is cool before handling. If the bulb is accidentally touched, it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used. 7. Insert the glass end of the new bulb into the headlamp assembly. When the bulb’s three metal tabs are aligned with the grooves in the plastic base, push the bulb into the lamp assembly until the bulb’s metal base contacts the plastic base. 8. Rotate the retainer spring over the bulb metal base and secure it on the bulb hooks. 9. Install rubber boot on the lamp assembly. Be sure to press firmly around the perimeter of the boot and around the bulb to ensure the proper seal of the bulb. 10. Connect the electrical connector into the rear of the bulb until it “snaps.” 41 Lights Replacing brake/tail/turn/backup lamp bulbs The brake/tail/turn/backup lamp bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly, one just below the other. Follow the same steps to replace either bulb: 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and then open the liftgate to expose the lamp assemblies. 2. Remove the two screws from the lamp assembly. 3. Carefully remove the lamp assembly by pulling it rearward to disengage snap features on the outward side of the lamp. 4. Twist the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly. 5. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. 6. To complete installation, follow the removal procedure in reverse order. Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and then pry the license plate lamp assembly (located above the license plate) from the liftgate. 2. Remove bulb socket from lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise. 42 Lights 3. Pull the bulb out from the socket and push in the new bulb. 4. Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly turning it clockwise, 5. To install, press the lamp assembly in to liftgate. Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs To remove the lamp assembly: 1. Remove the two screws and move the lamp assembly away from the liftgate. 2. Remove the bulb holder from the lamp assembly by depressing the snaps. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. To complete installation, follow the removal procedure in reverse order. Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs For bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualified technician. Replacing foglamp bulbs For bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualified technician. 43 Driver Controls Driver Controls MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: For intermittent operation, move control down one position. Adjust the rotary control to the desired speed setting. For normal or low speed wiper operation, move control down two positions from OFF. For high speed wiper operation, move control down three positions from OFF. Mist function: To mist, push control up from the OFF position and release to get one wipe. Windshield washer: To activate the windshield washer, pull control toward you. Release control to stop washer fluid spray. Rear window wiper/washer controls For intermittent operation of rear wiper, rotate end of control upward to the INT position. 44 Driver Controls For normal speed rear wiper operation, rotate control upward to ON. To activate the rear washer, rotate position and the control to the release. Changing the wiper blades 1. Pull the wiper blade and arm away from the glass. Turn the blade at a right angle to the arm. Push the lock tab (A) to release the blade from the arm loop and pull the blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the arm. 2. Attach the new blade to the arm loop and pull it into place until a click is heard. 3. Replace wiper blades every 6 months for optimum performance. TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED) To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull down and hold the steering wheel release control toward you. 2. Move the steering wheel up or down until you find the desired location. 3. Pull the steering wheel release control up. This will lock the steering wheel in position. 45 Driver Controls Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according to your option package. Storage compartment (if equipped) Press the OPEN control to open the storage compartment. The door will open slightly and can be moved to full open. The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or a similar object. Installing a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety of aftermarket garage door openers: 46 Driver Controls • Remove the Velcro pad (2) from the storage compartment door (3). • Place Velcro (5) on aftermarket transmitter (6) opposite of actuator control (8). aftermarket transmitter (6). • Measure the thickness (4) of the • Remove the rubber actuator (1) from the storage compartment (7) by pulling the rubber actuator (1) forward and twisting at the same time. Note: The length of the rubber actuator (1) is critical. Use care in cutting it to length. If the rubber actuator (1) is cut too much the aftermarket transmitter (6) will not activate the garage door opener. If the rubber actuator (1) is cut too long, the storage compartment door (3) will not close properly. Excessive force to close the storage compartment door (3) may cause the door latch to break. • Per the table below, cut the rubber actuator (1) to the proper length based on the thickness (4) measured in the third step. Approximate Thickness of Transmitter (GDO) Cut to Bottom of Notch mm’s inches Less Than 1/4” 7/8” 1.0” 1–3/16” • Reinstall the rubber actuator (1) in the storage compartment (7) by • Install the transmitter (6) on to storage compartment door (3) twisting and pushing it back into the slot. No Cut Notch 2 Notch 4 Notch 6 6.35 22.00 26.00 32.00 aligning the actuator control (8) with the rubber plunger (1). Close the storage compartment door (3) to verify proper fit. Do not force 47 Driver Controls the storage compartment door (3) or you may break the door latch. If the rubber actuator (1) is the proper length the storage compartment door will close. Press the storage compartment door (3) to activate the transmitter (6). Illuminated visor mirror (if equipped) Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamps. SETTING AUTOLAMP (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position. Leaving the headlamp control in the ON position will override the autolamp. 2. Turn the ignition to the ON position or start the vehicle. 3. An illuminated green LED to the left of the autolamp button indicates the autolamp is ON. If the green LED is not illuminated, then the autolamp is OFF. Press the autolamp button to activate the autolamp. Automatic dimming rear view mirror with Autolamp (if equipped) The automatic dimming mirror is equipped with an automatic dimming feature. This feature will change from the normal state to the non-glare “active” state when bright lights (glare) reach the mirror. When the mirror detects bright light from behind, it will adjust automatically to minimize glare. 48 Driver Controls The mirror will automatically return to the normal high reflective state whenever the vehicle is placed in R (Reverse). This helps to ensure a bright clear view in the mirror when backing up. AUXILIARY POWER POINT Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. The auxiliary power point is located on the instrument panel. Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter. Use the power point. POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED) When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings. Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open the window. Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window. NOTE: The window switches will not illuminate when the window lock control is in the LOCKED position. 49 Driver Controls One touch down Allows the driver’s window to open fully without holding the control down. Press completely down on AUTO and release quickly. Press again to stop. Window lock (if equipped) The window lock feature disables all the power windows except the driver’s. To lock out all the window controls except for the driver’s window press the right side of the control. NOTE: The window switches will not illuminate when the window control is in the LOCKED position. Press the left side to restore the window controls. POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS The ignition must be in the ACC or ON position to adjust the power side view mirrors. To adjust your mirrors: 1. Rotate the control clockwise to adjust the right mirror and rotate the control counterclockwise to adjust the left mirror. 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. 50 Driver Controls Fold-away mirrors Pull the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. (if equipped) Heated outside mirrors Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated. Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place. These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors. SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) With speed control set, you can maintain a speed of 48 km/h (30 mph) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. Speed control does not work at speeds below 48 km/h (30 mph). Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and release it. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. ON OFF 51 Driver Controls 3. Press the SET ACC control and release it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. 5. The indicator instrument cluster will turn on. light on the RSM SET ACC CST steep hill. Note: • Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a • If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, you • If the vehicle speed decreases more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below may want to apply the brakes to reduce the speed. your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. Resuming a set speed Press the RSM control and release it. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. The RSM control will not work if the vehicle speed is not faster than 48 km/h (30 mph). RSM SET ACC CST Increasing speed while using speed control There are two ways to set a higher speed: • Press and hold the SET ACC control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. You can also use the SET ACC control to operate the Tap-Up function. Press and release this control to increase the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1.6 km/h (1 mph). • Use the accelerator pedal to get to the desired speed. When the RSM SET ACC CST vehicle reaches that speed press and release the SET ACC control. 52 Driver Controls Reducing speed while using speed control There are two ways to reduce a set speed: • Press and hold the CST control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. You can also use the CST control to operate the Tap-Down function. Press and release this control to decrease the vehicle set speed in small amounts by 1.6 km/h (1 mph). RSM SET ACC CST • Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached, press the SET ACC control. RSM SET ACC CST Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal or the clutch pedal (if equipped). This will • Press the speed control OFF not erase your vehicle’s previously set speed. control. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed control set speed memory is erased. ON OFF CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These include: • Utility compartment • Cupholders • Ashcup 53 Driver Controls Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. Cell phone use The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However, drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when using such equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits. Mobile Communication Equipment includes, but is not limited to cellular phones, pagers, portable email devices, in vehicle communications systems, telematics devices and portable two-way radios. A driver’s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle. The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is to avoid distractions and pay attention to the road. Wait until it is safe to operate Mobile Communications Equipment. MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) To operate the moon roof: • The moon roof is equipped with an automatic, one-touch, express opening feature. Press and release the rear portion of the control. To stop motion at any time during the one-touch opening, press the control a second time. • To close, press and hold the front portion of the control. To operate the moon roof vent position: • To open, press and hold the front portion of the control. This will • To close, press and hold the rear portion of the control. If the battery is disconnected, discharged, or a new battery is installed, the moon roof needs to be opened to the vent position to reset the moon roof positions. open the vent. 54 Driver Controls If you open and close the moon roof repeatedly, the moon roof motor may overheat and shut down for 45 seconds while the motor cools. Do not let children play with the moon roof. They may seriously injure themselves. LIFTGATE To open the rear window, pull the right side of the liftgate handle. To open the liftgate, pull the left side of the liftgate handle. • Do not open the liftgate or liftgate glass in a garage or other enclosed area with a low ceiling. If the liftgate glass is raised and the liftgate is also opened, both liftgate and glass could be damaged against a low ceiling. • Do not leave the liftgate or liftgate glass open while driving. Doing so could cause serious damage to the liftgate and its components as well as allowing carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle. Make sure that the liftgate door and/or window are closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling out. If you must drive with the liftgate door or window open, keep the vents open so outside air comes into the vehicle. CARGO SHADE (IF EQUIPPED) If your vehicle has a cargo shade, you can use it to cover items in the cargo area of your vehicle. 55 Driver Controls To install the shade: • Insert the ends of the cargo shade into the mounting features located behind the rear seat on the rear trim panels. To operate the shade: 1. Grasp the pull tube at the rearward edge of the shade and pull rearward. 2. Secure both ends of the pull tube in the retention slots located on the rear trim panels. Ensure that the posts are properly latched in mounting features. The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is not securely installed. Do not place any objects on the cargo area shade. They may obstruct your vision or strike occupants of vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or collision. LUGGAGE RACK Your vehicle is equipped with a roof rack. The maximum load for the roof rack is 44 kg (100 lbs), evenly distributed on the crossbars. If it is not possible to evenly distribute the load, position it in the center or as far forward on the crossbars as possible. Always use the adjustable tie down loops to secure the load. Do not use the vehicle’s door handles as tie down loops. 56 Driver Controls To adjust the cross-bar (if equipped) position: 1. Loosen the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar (both cross-bars are adjustable). 2. Slide the cross-bar to the desired location. 3. Tighten the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar. To remove the cross-bar assembly (if equipped) from the roof rack side rails: 1. Loosen the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar (both cross-bars are adjustable). 2. Slide the cross-bar to the end of the rail. 3. Use a long, flat object to depress the tongue in the endcaps on both sides of the cross-bar. 4. Slide the cross-bar assembly off the end of the rail. 57 Driver Controls To reinstall the cross-bar assembly (if equipped) to the roof rack side rails: 1. Ensure that both cross-bar assemblies are installed with the F (front) arrow facing towards the front of the vehicle. 2. Use a long, flat object to depress the tongue in the endcaps on both sides of the cross-bar. 3. Slide the cross-bar assemblies over the end cap tongue and into the side rails. 4. Tighten thumbwheel at both ends of the cross-bar. 58 Driver Controls NO BOUNDARIES RACK SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with an optional roof rack. This unique feature allows you to carry cargo on an inner roof rack as well as on the conventional roof rack. The maximum load for the conventional roof rack is 45 kg (100 lbs). The inner rack can also hold 45 kg (100 lbs) if in the down and locked position. Distribute the loads as evenly as possible on both the roof and inner rack, when extended or stowed. Always secure loads by using the tie down loops or rack accessories available from your local Ford Dealership. For example, a bike rack holder (PN: 2L8Z-7855100-AB) is now available to mount bikes on the vertical section of this rack. To extend the inner rack: 1. Rotate the handle on the lift bar of the inner rack in the direction of the arrows on the handle. 2. Lift the bar straight up (about two inches). 59 Driver Controls 3. Slide the inner rack rearward, with an initial pull to release the rack from its stowed position, until it has completely extended and stops. 4. Lower the inner rack by pivoting at the hinges of the rack. Do not pivot the inner rack downward until it has been completely extended. Failure to fully extend the inner rack could result in improper positioning of the rack and possible damage to your vehicle. 5. Insert the feet into the receivers on the bumper. Push the rack into the bumper until the feet click into place. 60 6. Figure shows foot (A) clicked into place correctly. Driver Controls 7. With the locking tab (B) exposed on the foot, this figure shows the rack is not installed correctly. Repeat steps 3 through 5 and secure the rack before loading cargo. Do not drive the vehicle if the inner roof rack is extended and loaded with cargo but is not secured into the receivers. This can cause dangerous driving conditions. Do not attempt to move or store the inner rack when loaded. This can cause personal injury and damage to your vehicle that may not be covered by warranty. Do not use the inner rack as a ladder. This could result in personal injury and damage to your roof rack. 61 Driver Controls To stow the inner rack: 1. Rotate the handle on the lift bar of the inner rack in the direction of the arrows on the handle and pull the inner rack away from the bumper. 2. Lift the inner rack (pivoting at the hinges). 3. Continue lifting the inner rack until it is parallel with the roof. 4. Slide the rack forward onto the roof, pushing the rack into its final stowed position. 62 5. Lift the feet over the side rails and lock them into place. Driver Controls 6. Ensure both feet are locked and secured into place. To adjust the cross-bar assembly on the inner rack: 1. Loosen the screws on the cross-bar with a T-25 Torx driver. 2. Move the cross-bar to the desired location, keeping the cross-bar parallel with the upper bar. 3. Tighten the screws with the T-25 Torx driver. 4. Ensure that the cross-bar is tightened and secured into place before attempting to load cargo. Loading cargo: Only load cargo in the approved area (1) shown above. Do not load cargo outside of the designated area (2). Distribute the load as evenly as possible. Always use tie downs to secure the load. 63 Driver Controls Always stow the inner rack on the roof when using an automated car wash. Do not attempt to open the liftgate or rear window when the rack is in the down position. This may damage the rack or your vehicle. To ensure proper sliding function of your rack, keep the rack clear of debris. If debris is visible inside the roof c-channels or side rails, spray the items clear with a water hose. Do not load large or bulky items (i.e., plywood, mattresses) on the rear of the vehicle so that they extend above the roof line. In addition to blocking your rear view, they can also cause dangerous driving situations and possibly cause damage to your vehicle. Use additional care when driving with reduced visibility. Only load cargo in the designated area. Loading outside of the approved area could result in personal injury as well as vehicle damage that may not be covered by warranty. Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sport cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles. Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increase risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death. 64 Locks and Security Locks and Security KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacement keys are available from your dealer. You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case you require it in an emergency. Refer to SecuriLock娂 Passive Anti-Theft System for more information. POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED) The power door lock controls are located on the driver and front passenger door panels. Pressing the doors. Pressing the the doors. will unlock all the will lock all Door key unlocking/locking Unlocking the doors 1. Turn the key in the door cylinder to unlock the driver’s door. Note: The interior lamps will illuminate, if the control on the overhead lamp is in the DOOR position, the flashers will flash twice, and the perimeter alarm system (if equipped) will deactivate. 2. Turn the key in the door cylinder again within three seconds to unlock the passenger doors, the liftgate and liftgate glass. This two step unlocking feature activates the illuminated entry feature. This feature turns on all the interior lamps for 30 seconds or until the ignition is turned to the RUN position. If the dome lamp control (if equipped) is in the off position, the illuminated entry feature will not work. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on using the dome lamp control or • any door is open. The battery saver feature will turn off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the ignition is turned to the OFF position. 65 Locks and Security Locking the doors Turn the key in the door cylinder to lock all the doors. The park lamps will flash once and the perimeter alarm (if equipped) will start the arming process. For more information concerning the perimeter alarm, refer to Perimeter alarm system (if equipped) later in this chapter. If any of the doors or the hood are not properly closed the park lamps will not flash. Childproof door locks • When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside. • The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked. The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door. Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors. • Rotate lock control in the direction of arrow to engage the lock. • Rotate control in the opposite direction to disengage childproof locks. REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. 66 Locks and Security The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key. The remote feature will only operate when the ignition is in the OFF or ACC position. If there is a problem with the remote entry system make sure to take ALL remote entry transmitters with you to the dealership, this will aid in troubleshooting the problem. and release again within three seconds to unlock the and release to unlock the driver’s door. Note: The interior Unlocking the doors 1. Press lamps will illuminate, if the control on the overhead lamp is in the DOOR position, the flashers will flash twice, and the perimeter alarm system (if equipped) will deactivate. 2. Press passenger doors, the liftgate and liftgate glass. The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature. This feature turns on all the interior lamps for 30 seconds or until the ignition is turned to the RUN position. If the dome lamp control (if equipped) is in the off position, the illuminated entry feature will not work. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on using the dome lamp control or • any door is open. The battery saver feature will turn off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the ignition is turned to the OFF position. and release to lock all the doors. The park lamps will flash Locking the doors 1. Press once and the perimeter alarm (if equipped) will start the arming process. For more information concerning the perimeter alarm, refer to Perimeter alarm system (if equipped) later in this chapter. 2. Press doors are closed and locked. Note: the doors will lock again and the horn will chirp once. If any of the doors or the hood are not properly closed the horn will not sound and the park lamps will not flash. and release again within three seconds to confirm that all the 67 Locks and Security to activate the alarm. To deactivate the feature, press the Sounding a panic alarm Press control again or wait for the alarm to time out in approximately 3 minutes. Note: The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the OFF or ACC position. Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. The typical operating range for your remote entry transmitter is approximately 10 meters (33 feet). A decrease in the operating range could be caused by: • weather conditions, • nearby radio towers, • structures around the vehicle and • other vehicles parked next to the vehicle. To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER APART. 2. Remove the old battery. 3. Insert the new battery. Refer to the diagram inside the remote entry transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery. 4. Snap the two halves back together. Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement. Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammed because you lost one, or would like to buy additional remote entry transmitters, you can either reprogram them yourself, or take all remote entry transmitters to your authorized dealer for reprogramming. 68 Locks and Security How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters You must have all remote entry transmitters (maximum of four) available before beginning this procedure. To reprogram the remote entry transmitters: 1. Ensure the vehicle is electronically unlocked. 2. Put the key in the ignition. 3. Turn the key from the 1 (LOCK) position to 3 (ON). 4. Cycle, eight times, rapidly (within 10 seconds) between the 1 (LOCK) position and 3 (ON). Note: The eighth turn must end in the 3 (ON) position. 5. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programming mode has been activated. 6. Within 20 seconds press any button on the remote entry transmitter. Note: If more than 20 seconds have passed you will need to start the procedure over again. 7. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that this remote entry transmitter has been programmed. 8. Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remote entry transmitter. 9. Turn the ignition to the 1 (LOCK) position after you have finished programming all of the remote entry transmitters. 10. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programming mode has been exited. 69 Locks and Security Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door(s). The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if: • the ignition switch is turned to the RUN position, or • the remote transmitter lock control is pressed, or • the doors are locked by key in the door cylinder, or • after 30 seconds of illumination. The dome lamp control (if equipped) must not be set to the OFF position for the illuminated entry system to operate. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dome lamp control, or • any door is open. The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the OFF position. SECURILOCK姟 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock娂 passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization system. This system is designed to prevent the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used. The use of the wrong type of coded key may lead to a “no-start” condition. Your vehicle comes with two coded keys; additional coded keys may be purchased from your dealer. The dealer can program your spare keys to your vehicle or you can program the keys yourself. Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key. Note: The SecuriLock娂 passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues. You need to prevent these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine. These objects will not cause damage to the coded key, but may cause a momentary issue if they are too close to the key when starting the engine. If a problem occurs, turn the ignition off, remove all objects on the key chain away from the coded key and restart the engine. 70 Locks and Security Theft indicator The theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster. • When the ignition is in the OFF position, the indicator will flash once every 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLock娂 system is functioning as a theft deterrent. • When the ignition is in the ON position, the indicator will glow for 3 seconds, then turn off, to indicate normal system functionality. If a problem occurs with the SecuriLock娂 system, the indicator will flash rapidly or glow steadily when the ignition is in the ON position. If this occurs, the vehicle should be taken to an authorized dealer for service. Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the 2 (ACC) position. The THEFT indicator will flash every two seconds when the vehicle is armed. Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 3 (ON) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle. • The THEFT indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go • If the THEFT indicator stays on for an extended period of time or out. flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealer. Replacement keys If your keys are lost or stolen and you don’t have an extra coded key, you will need to have your vehicle towed to a dealership. The key codes need to be erased from your vehicle and new coded keys will need to be programmed. Replacing coded keys can be very costly. Store an extra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to help prevent any inconveniences. Please visit an authorized dealer to purchase additional spare or replacement keys. 71 Locks and Security Programming spare keys You can program your own coded keys to your vehicle. Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin. Tips: • A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle. • Only use Securilock娂 keys. • You must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle’s engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible. • If no previously programmed coded keys are available, you must take your vehicle to your dealer to have the spare key(s) programmed. 1. Insert a previously programmed coded key into the ignition. 2. Turn the ignition from the 1 (LOCK) position to the 3 (ON) position. Keep the ignition in the 3 (ON) position for at least one second, but no more than 10 seconds. 3. Turn the ignition to the 1 (LOCK) position and remove the coded key from the ignition. 4. Within ten seconds, insert the second previously coded key into the ignition. 5. Turn the ignition from the 1 (LOCK) position to the 3 (ON) position. Keep the ignition in the 3 (ON) position for at least one second, but no more than 10 seconds. 6. Turn the ignition to the 1 (LOCK) position and remove the second previously programmed coded key from the ignition. 7. Within twenty seconds of removing the previously programmed coded key, insert the new unprogrammed key into the ignition. 8. Turn the ignition from the 1 (LOCK) position to the 3 (ON) position. Keep the ignition in the 3 (ON) position for at least one second but not more than 10 seconds. 72 Locks and Security 9. Remove the newly programmed coded key from the ignition. If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle’s engine and the theft indicator light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start your vehicle’s engine and the theft indicator light will flash on and off, or stay on for more than three seconds. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your dealer to have the new key(s) programmed. To program additional new unprogrammed key(s), repeat this procedure from step 1 for each additional key. PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The perimeter anti-theft system will help prevent your vehicle from unauthorized entry. If there is any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are taken to the dealership to aid in troubleshooting. Arming the system When armed, this system will respond if unauthorized entry is attempted. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will flash the headlamps and parking lamps, and will sound the horn. The system is ready to arm whenever key is removed from the ignition. Either of the following actions will prearm the alarm system: • Press the • Lock the doors with the key in the key cylinder. • Open a door and press the power door lock control to lock all the control on the remote entry transmitter. doors, and then close the door. NOTE: The hood, each door and the liftgate arm individually, and if any of them are open, they must be closed in order to be armed. When you lock the vehicle using any of the three methods above: • the park lamps will flash once to indicate the hood, each door and the • the park lamps will not flash if the hood, any door or the liftgate are open. Once all doors, hood and liftgate are closed, the park lamps will flash to confirm the alarm has been set. liftgate are closed. When you press the three seconds, the horn will chirp once to confirm the doors, hood and liftgate are closed and locked and the alarm is set. control the remote entry transmitter twice within 73 Locks and Security Disarming the system When you disarm the system, the park lamps will flash twice to indicate the system has been disarmed. You can disarm the system by any of the following actions: • Unlock the doors by pressing the • Unlock the doors with a key. Turn the key full travel (toward the front control on your remote entry transmitter. of the vehicle) to ensure the alarm disarms. Triggering the anti-theft system The armed system will be triggered if any door, liftgate or the hood is opened without using the key or the remote entry transmitter. 74 Seating and Safety Restraints Seating and Safety Restraints FRONT SEATS Notes: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injury in a collision or sudden stop. Adjustable head restraints (if equipped) The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible. The head restraints can be moved up and down. Push side control and push down on head restraint to lower it. 75 Seating and Safety Restraints Adjusting the front manual seat Lift handle to move seat forward or backward. Pull lever up to adjust seatback. Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Press to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion. 76 Seating and Safety Restraints Press to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion. Press the control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. Heated seats (if equipped) To operate the heated seats: • Push the control located on the • Push again to deactivate. seat to activate. The heated seats will activate when the ignition is in the RUN position. When activated, they will turn off automatically after 10 minutes or when the ignition is turned to the OFF position. REAR SEATS Head restraints The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible. 77 Seating and Safety Restraints The head restraints can be moved up and down. Lift the head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head. Push control to lower or remove head restraint. Reclining the second row seatback Locate the release strip located on the outboard side of the seat cushion bottom and lift gently to allow the seatback to be adjusted to the desired position. Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. 78 Seating and Safety Restraints Folding down rear seats 1. Raise the rear seat head restraint and remove. 2. Place the head restraint under the front seat for storage. 3. Pull the seat release control. NOTE: Make sure the floor is clear of all objects before folding the seat. 79 Seating and Safety Restraints 4. Flip seat forward. 5. Pull the seatback release strap toward the front seat. Make sure the seat belt buckle heads are fully extended towards the front of the vehicle and are away from the seatback. NOTE: When the seatback release strap is pulled use your other hand to guide the seatback. 6. Rotate seatback down into load floor position. Make sure seat belt buckle heads are not trapped underneath the seatback and that the seat belt buckle heads are fully extended towards the front of the vehicle. Seat belt buckle heads may break if they are trapped underneath the seatback as the seatback is rotated down. 80 Seating and Safety Restraints Returning the rear seats to upright position 1. Pull seatback up and into upright position making sure seatback locks into place. While holding the seatback, pull the release and push seatback backward into the desired position. 2. Rotate seat cushion down into the seating position making sure that the seat cushion is locked into place and that the seat belt buckles are exposed. 3. Remove the head restraint stored under the front seat and return it to the original position on the seat back. 81 Seating and Safety Restraints To remove the rear cushion 1. Pull the Yellow tab 2. Pull the cushion to the outboard side of the vehicle. To install the rear cushion 1. Push the cushion to the inboard side of the vehicle. 2. Make sure that the hinges are locked into place. Folding down rear bench seats (if equipped) 1. Raise the rear seat head restraint and remove. 82 Seating and Safety Restraints 2. Place the head restraint under the front seat for storage. 3. Pull the seat release control on each side of the seat to release the locks. 4. Flip the seat forward. 83 Seating and Safety Restraints 5. Pull the seatback release strap toward the front seat. Make sure the seat belt buckle heads are fully extended towards the front of the vehicle and are away from the seatback. 6. Rotate seatback down into load floor position. NOTE:When the seatback release strap is pulled use your other hand to guide the seatback. Returning the rear seats to upright position 1. Pull seatback up and into upright position making sure seatback locks into place. While holding the seatback, pull the release and push seatback backward into the desired position. 2. Rotate seat cushion down into the seating position making sure that the seat cushion is locked into place and that the seat belt buckles are exposed. 3. Remove the head restraint stored under the front seat and return it to the original position on the seat back. 84 Seating and Safety Restraints Make sure that the seat is firmly locked into position and the the seat belt buckles are exposed. To remove the rear cushion 1. Pull the Yellow tab. 2. Pull the cushion so that the rods remove from the locking tabs. To install the rear cushion 1. Push the cushion so that the rods fit into the locking tabs. 2. Make sure that the hinges are locked into place. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained. Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. 85 Seating and Safety Restraints All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag (SRS) is provided. It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts. Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt. Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly 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 the outside 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. Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has been closed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child anywhere near them. Energy Management Feature • This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management feature at the front seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head-on collision. • The front outboard safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to extend the seat belt webbing in a controlled manner. This helps reduce the belt force acting on the user’s chest. 86 Seating and Safety Restraints BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the safety belt assembly automatic locking retractor feature or any other safety belt function is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in Workshop Manual. Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions. Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. 2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. The front outboard and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front outboard passenger and rear seat outboard safety belts have two types of locking modes described below: Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode, which allows free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 8 km/h (5 mph) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers. 87 Seating and Safety Restraints Automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. This mode should be used any time a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position (if equipped). Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. 88 Seating and Safety Restraints How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. After any vehicle collision, the safety belt systems at all outboard seating positions (except the driver position, which doesn’t have this feature) must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still functioning properly. In addition, all seat belts should be checked for proper function. BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the seat belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in Workshop Manual. Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions. Front safety belt height adjustment Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. To adjust the shoulder belt height, push the button and slide the height adjuster up or down. Release the button and pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place. Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision. 89 Seating and Safety Restraints Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and front passenger seating positions. The safety belt pretensioners are designed to activate during certain frontal or near-frontal collisions with sufficient longitudinal deceleration. A safety belt pretensioner is a device which tightens the webbing of the lap and shoulder belts in such a way that they fit more snugly against the body. The driver and front outboard passenger safety belt system (including retractors, buckles and height adjusters) must be replaced if the vehicle is involved in a collision that results in the activation of the safety belt pretensioners. Refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in this chapter. Failure to replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Lap belts Adjusting the center lap belt The lap belt does not adjust automatically. The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips, not across the waist. Insert the tongue into the correct buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from). To lengthen the belt, turn the tongue at a right angle to the belt and pull across your lap until it reaches the buckle. To tighten the belt, pull the loose end of the belt through the tongue until it fits snugly across the hips. 90 Seating and Safety Restraints Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use. Safety belt extension assembly If 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 number 611C22). This assembly can be obtained from your dealer at no cost. Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended. Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso. Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. Conditions of operation If... The driver’s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position... The driver’s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding... Then... The safety belt warning light illuminates 1 minute and the warning chime sounds 6 seconds. The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off. 91 Seating and Safety Restraints If... The driver’s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position... Then... The safety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off. BeltMinder The BeltMinder feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function. This feature provides additional reminders to the driver that the driver’s safety belt is unbuckled by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster. If... The driver’s safety belt is not buckled approximately 5 seconds after the safety belt warning light has turned off and vehicle speed exceeds 8km/h (3 mph)... Then... The BeltMinder feature is activated - the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds, repeating for approximately 5 minutes or until safety belt is buckled. The BeltMinder feature will not activate. The BeltMinder feature will not activate. The driver’s safety belt is buckled while the safety belt indicator light is illuminated and the safety belt warning chime is sounding... The driver’s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position... 92 Seating and Safety Restraints The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts: (All statistics based on U.S. data) Reasons given... ⬙Crashes are rare events⬙ ⬙I’m not going far⬙ ⬙Belts are uncomfortable⬙ ⬙I was in a hurry⬙ ⬙Seat belts don’t work⬙ ⬙Traffic is light⬙ ⬙Belts wrinkle my clothes⬙ Consider... 36700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we are exposed to ⬙rare⬙ events, even for good drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be seriously injured in a crash during our lifetime. 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles of home. Ford designs its safety belts to enhance comfort. If you are uncomfortable - try different positions for the safety belt upper anchorage and seatback which should be as upright as possible; this can improve comfort. Prime time for an accident. BeltMinder reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up. Safety belts, when used properly, reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single-vehicle crashes, many when no other vehicles are around. Possibly, but a serious crash can do much more than wrinkle your clothes, particularly if you are unbelted. 93 Seating and Safety Restraints Reasons given... ⬙The people I’m with don’t wear belts⬙ ⬙I have an air bag⬙ ⬙I’d rather be thrown clear⬙ Consider... Set the example, teen deaths occur 4 times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people. Children and younger brothers/sisters imitate behavior they see. Air bags offer greater protection when used with safety belts. Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and side crashes or rollovers. Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 times more likely to DIE. Safety belts help prevent ejection, WE CAN’T ⬙PICK OUR CRASH⬙. Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the Belt Minder chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of injury in an accident. To disable (one-time) or deactivate the Belt Minder feature please follow the directions stated below. One time disable Any time the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during an ignition ON cycle, the BeltMinder will be disabled for that ignition cycle only. Deactivating/activating the BeltMinder feature Read steps 1 - 9 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation/activation programming procedure. The BeltMinder feature can be deactivated/activated by performing the following procedure: Before following the procedure, make sure that: • the parking brake is set • the gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or the neutral • the ignition switch is in the OFF position • all vehicle doors are closed 94 position (manual transmission). Seating and Safety Restraints • the driver’s 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 Belt Minder feature while driving the vehicle. 1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOT START THE ENGINE) 2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 1–2 minutes) • Steps 3–5 must be completed within 60 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. 3. Uncoil then retract the safety belt three times, ending with the safety belt retracted. This can be done before or during BeltMinder warning activation. 4. Turn on the parklamps/headlamps, turn off the parklamps/headlamps. 5. Uncoil then retract the safety belt three times, ending with the safety belt retracted. • After step 5 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for three seconds. 6. Within seven seconds of the safety belt warning light turning off, uncoil then retract the safety belt. • This will disable BeltMinder if it is currently enabled, or enable BeltMinder if it is currently disabled. 7. Confirmation of disabling BeltMinder is provided by flashing the safety belt warning light four times per second for three seconds. 8. Confirmation of enabling BeltMinder is provided by flashing the safety belt warning light four times per second for three seconds, followed by three seconds with the safety belt warning light off, then followed by flashing the safety belt warning light four times per second for three seconds again. 9. After receiving confirmation, the deactivation/activation procedure is complete. 95 Seating and Safety Restraints Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged. Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary. All safety belt assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckle assemblies, buckle support assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), shoulder belt guide on seatback (if equipped), child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors, and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced. However, if the collision was minor and a qualified technician finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter. AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) 60 80 100 120 40 80 60 40 20 20 MPH 140 100 160 180 km/h 120 4x4 RSM SET ACC CST VOL - PUSH ON SEEK TUNE AM FM CD BASS TREB FM1 ST BAL FADE DISC SCN AUTO SET EJ COMP CD CD SHUFFLE 4X4 AUTO ON A/C MAX A/C AC 765 RPM X 1000

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