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Introduction

Instrument Cluster

Warning and control lights Gauges

Entertainment Systems

AM/FM stereo with CD AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD Family entertainment system

Climate Controls

Manual heating and air conditioning Automatic temperature control Rear window defroster

Lights

Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls

Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Message center

Locks and Security

Keys Locks Anti-theft system

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Seating and Safety Restraints

Seating Safety restraints Airbags Child restraints

Tires, Wheels and Loading

Tire Information Tire Inflation Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing

Driving

Starting Brakes Traction control Transmission operation

Roadside Emergencies

Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Lug Nut Torque Jump starting Wrecker towing

Customer Assistance

Reporting safety defects (U.S. only)

Cleaning

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Engine compartment Engine oil Battery Engine Coolant Fuel information Part numbers Refill capacities Lubricant specifications

Accessories

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CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning

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

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

CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford Motor Company product. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it. For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website: • In the United States: www.ford.com • In Canada: www.ford.ca • In Mexico: www.ford.com.mx • In Australia: www.ford.com.au Additional owner information is given in separate publications. This vehicle’s Owner’s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle. Furthermore, due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available. Remember to pass on this vehicle’s Owner’s Guide when reselling the vehicle. It is an integral part of the vehicle.

Fuel pump shut-off switch: In the event of an accident the safety 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 pump shut-off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter.

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SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION

Warning symbols in this guide

How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed.

Warning symbols on your vehicle

When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind.

Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol.

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle does not need an extensive break-in. Try not to drive continuously at the same speed for the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of new vehicle operation. Vary your speed frequently in order to give the moving parts a chance to break in. Drive your new vehicle at least 500 miles (800 km) before towing a trailer. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Do not add friction modifier compounds or special break-in oils during the first few thousand miles (kilometers) of operation, since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage.

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SPECIAL NOTICES

New Vehicle Limited Warranty For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered by your vehicle’s New Vehicle Limited Warranty, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide.

Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls.

Please read the section Supplemental restraint system (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury.

Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passenger airbag.

Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting and storing diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentially includes information about the performance or status of various systems and modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle. Event Data Recording Other modules in your vehicle — event data recorders — are capable of collecting and storing data during a crash or near crash event. The recorded information may assist in the investigation of such an event. The modules may record information about both the vehicle and the occupants, potentially including information such as: • how various systems in your vehicle were operating; • whether or not the driver and passenger seatbelts were buckled; • how far (if at all) the driver was depressing the accelerator and/or the • how fast the vehicle was traveling; and

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• where the driver was positioning the steering wheel. To access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement, other government authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority. Other parties may seek to access the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada.

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.

Middle East/North Africa vehicle specific information For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the ones that are described in this Owner’s Guide; therefore, a supplement has been supplied that complements this book. By referring to the pages in the provided supplement, you can properly identify those features, recommendations and specifications that are unique to your vehicle. Refer to this Owner’s Guide for all other required information and warnings.

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

Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Safety Alert

See Owner’s Guide

Fasten Safety Belt

Airbag - Front

Airbag - Side

Child Seat

Child Seat Installation Warning

Child Seat Tether Anchor

Anti-Lock Brake System

Child Seat Lower Anchor

Brake System

Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based

Powertrain Malfunction

Speed Control

Master Lighting Switch

Hazard Warning Flasher

Fog Lamps-Front

Fuse Compartment

Fuel Pump Reset

Windshield Wash/Wipe

Windshield Defrost/Demist

Rear Window Defrost/Demist

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Vehicle Symbol Glossary

Power Windows Front/Rear

Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock

Power Window Lockout

Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol

Panic Alarm

Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Engine Coolant Temperature

Do Not Open When Hot

Battery

Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks

Battery Acid

Explosive Gas

Fan Warning

Power Steering Fluid

Maintain Correct Fluid Level

MAX MIN

Emission System

Engine Air Filter

Passenger Compartment Air Filter

Jack

Check Fuel Cap

Low Tire Pressure Warning

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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES

Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause extensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulbs work. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, refer to the respective system warning light for additional information. Check engine: The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer.

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire.

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Check fuel cap (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel cap may not be properly installed. Continued driving with this light on may cause the Check engine warning light to come on, refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specification chapter. Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is not running, or in a position between ON and START, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately from your authorized dealer. Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunction and the brake system should be inspected immediately by your authorized dealer.

BRAKE

Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may

occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer.

ABS

Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated. Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turned to ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected.

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Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt.

Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly.

Engine oil pressure: Illuminates when the oil pressure falls below the normal range, refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Engine coolant level: Illuminates when the engine coolant is low. Stop the vehicle as soon as possible, switch off the engine and let cool. Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter.

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot.

Traction Control娂 active: Illuminates when the Traction Control娂 is active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately, refer to the Driving chapter for more information. Low fuel (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or near empty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter).

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Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is engaged. Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged.

Low washer fluid (if equipped): Illuminates when the windshield washer fluid is low.

Door ajar (if equipped): Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position and any door or decklid is open. Anti-theft system: Flashes when the Securilock娂 Passive Anti-theft System has been activated.

Throttle Control/Transmission: Illuminates when a powertrain fault or an AWD fault (if equipped) has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on.

Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver’s door is opened. Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened.

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GAUGES

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed.

Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between “H” and “C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible, switch off the engine and let the engine cool.

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot.

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Fuel gauge: Indicates approximately how much fuel is left in the fuel tank (when the ignition is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade. The FUEL icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located. Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine.

Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of the vehicle. • Without Message Center

• With Message Center Refer to Message Center in the Driver Controls chapter on how to switch the display from Metric to English. Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individual journeys. • Without Message Center To reset, tap on the ODO/TRIP button to toggle the display between the trip and the odometer. Holding the ODO/TRIP button for two seconds or more will reset the trip odometer to zero.

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Instrument Cluster • With Message Center To reset with the ODO/TRIP button: • Tap on the button to toggle the display between the trip and the

odometer. Holding the ODO/TRIP button for two seconds or more will reset the trip odometer to zero. To reset with the message center buttons: • Select the TRIP function from the INFO menu. Depressing the RESET control for approximately one second will reset the trip odometer to zero.

Note: The following is for vehicles without a message center. For vehicles with a message center, refer to Message Center in the Driver Controls chapter. Oil Life/Oil Change: OIL LIFE displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 10 percent and again when the engine oil life remaining is between 5% and 1%. When oil life left reaches 0%, the OIL CHANGE message will be displayed. An oil change is required whenever indicated by the display and according to the recommended maintenance schedule. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change [approximately 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 180 days] perform the following: 1. Tap on the ODO/TRIP button to toggle the display between the odometer and trip odometer. 2. Tap on the ODO/TRIP button again to toggle the display between the trip odometer and OIL LIFE XX% display. 3. Press and hold the ODO/TRIP button for ten seconds or more to display OIL LIFE 100%. Your oil life is now reset. 4. Tap on the ODO/TRIP button to return the display to odometer.

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AUDIO SYSTEMS

AM/FM stereo/ single CD sound system (if equipped)

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Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With this feature, the window switches and radio may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned off or until either front door is opened. 1. manually go up or down the radio frequency. Also use in menu mode to select various settings. 2. Phone/mute: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media. 3. Menu: Press to toggle through the following modes:

Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . Press MENU to access. Use

to set.

SEEK

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When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1
will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets.

Bass: Press to adjust the bass setting. Use

Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use

SEEK

SEEK

Balance: Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers. Use

SEEK

Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers. Use

SEEK

SEEK

Speed sensitive volume (if equipped): Radio volume automatically changes slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind to adjust. noise. Press MENU to access and use The recommended level is 1–3. Level 0 turns the feature off and level 7
is the maximum setting. Setting the clock: Press MENU until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is displayed. Use MENU again to disengage clock mode. 4. Aux: Press to toggle between FES/DVD and AUX modes. If no auxiliary sources are available, NO AUX AUDIO will be displayed. 5. Seek: Press to access the next strong station or track.

to manually increase/decrease. Press

6. Text: This control is not operational.

7. Shuffle: Press to play tracks in random order.

8. Comp (Compression): In CD mode, brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level.

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9. Repeat: Press to repeat the current CD track.

10. Fast forward: Press to manually advance in a CD track.

11. Rewind: Press to manually reverse in a CD track.

12. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. 13. Scan: Press for a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop. 14. Seek: Press to access the previous strong station or track.

15. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM frequency band.

16. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn ON/OFF. Turn to increase/decrease volume. 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 the ignition switch is turned back on. 17. CD: Press to enter CD mode. If a CD is already loaded into the system, CD play will begin where it ended last. 18. CD eject: Press to eject a CD.

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19. CD slot: Insert a CD label side up.

Premium/Audiophile In-Dash Six CD/MP3 Sound System (if equipped)

Accessory delay: Your vehicle is equipped with accessory delay. With this feature, the window switches and radio may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition is turned off or until either front door is opened. Tune/Disc selector: 1. Press to manually go up or down the radio frequency or to select a desired disc. Also use in menu mode to select various settings. 2. Phone/mute: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media.

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3. Menu: Press to toggle through the following modes:

Autoset: Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . Use When the six strongest stations are filled, the station stored in preset 1
will begin playing. If there are less than six strong stations, the system will store the last one in the remaining presets.

to turn on/off.

SEEK

Bass: Press to adjust the bass setting. Use

Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use

SEEK

SEEK

Balance: Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers. Use

, SEEK

Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers. Use

, SEEK

SEEK

select and optimize sound for ALL SEATS,

Occupancy mode: (Available on Audiophile radios only): Use DRIVERS SEAT or REAR SEATS. Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume automatically changes slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Use turns the feature off and level 7 is the maximum setting. Setting the clock: Press until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is displayed. Press to adjust the hours/minutes.

to adjust. Recommended level is 1–3. Level 0

SEEK

SEEK

RDS (Available on Audiophile radios only): Allows you to search RDS-equipped stations for a certain category of music format: Classic, Country, Info, Jazz/RB, Religious, Rock, Soft, Top 40. RDS (only available in FM mode) must be activated to access Find and Show functions. To activate, press and hold MENU until RDS (ON/OFF) appears in the display. Press MENU repeatedly to scroll through Find, Show and RDS. Use will not be able to access Find and Show functions.

to toggle RDS ON/OFF. When RDS is Off, you

SEEK

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Find: Allows you to search RDS-equipped stations for the desired music category. Use SEEK Show: Allows you to display the name of the radio station or program type. Use

to find the desired program type, then use

or SCAN to begin the search.

to show type, name or none.

SEEK

Track/Folder Mode: Available only on MP3 discs in CD mode. In Track will scroll through all tracks on the disc. SEEK Mode, pressing SEEK will scroll only through tracks In Folder mode, pressing within the selected folder. Compression: Available only in CD mode, brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. Repeat: Available only in CD mode. Press to repeat the current CD track. 4. Aux: Press to toggle between FES/DVD and AUX modes. If no auxiliary sources are available, NO AUX AUDIO will be displayed. 5. Seek: Press to access the next strong station or track.

6. Text: In CD mode, this feature reads and displays track song title, artist name and album title. 7. Shuffle: Press to play the tracks in random order.

8. FOLDER: Press to access next folder on MP3 discs, if folders are available. 9. FOLDER: press to access the previous folder on MP3 discs, if folders are available. 10. Fast forward: Press to manually advance in a CD track.

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11. Rewind: Press to manually reverse in a CD track.

12. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. 13. Scan: Press for a brief sampling of radio stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop. 14. Seek: Press to access the previous strong station or track.

15. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM frequency band.

16. ON/OFF/Volume: Press to turn ON/OFF. Turn to increase/decrease volume. 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 the ignition switch is turned back on. 17. CD: Press to enter CD mode. If a CD is already loaded into the system, CD play will begin where it ended last. 18. LOAD: Press to load a CD. Press LOAD and a memory preset to load to a specific slot. Press and hold to autoload up to six CDs.

19. CD eject: Press to eject a CD. Press and hold to auto eject all CDs present in the system. If there is no CD present, the display will read NO CD. 20. CD slot: Insert a CD label side up.

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GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION Radio frequencies: AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM: 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz FM: 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz Radio reception factors: There are three factors that can affect radio reception: • Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, the • Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences, traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. • Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed.

weaker the signal and the weaker the reception.

CD/CD player care Do: • Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface. • Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD cleaner

and wipe from the center out.

of time.

Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods • Clean using a circular motion. CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12
cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Please contact your authorized dealer for further information.

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Audio system warranty and service Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician. Navigation system (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with a Navigation System. Refer to the Navigation supplement for further information. FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT DVD SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a Family Entertainment DVD System which allows you to play commercial DVDs, CDs and also most CD R/W, DVD R/W, VCD, and MP3 media. You can also plug in and play auxiliary media devices such as video game systems and MP3 players. Please review this material to become familiar with the Family Entertainment System (FES) features and safety information. DVD player controls

on the DVD, or to go up in cursor mode.

1. MAIN control • NEXT — Press to access the next track on the CD, the next chapter • PREV — Press to access the previous track on the CD, the previous • REV — Press to reverse within the active CD track or DVD chapter in

chapter on the DVD, or to go down in cursor mode.

play mode. Also press to move the cursor left in the menu active mode.

• FWD — Press to advance within the active CD track or DVD chapter in play mode. Also press to move the cursor right in the menu active mode.

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2. PLAY/PAUSE control Press to playback or pause the DVD. 3. DIM control Press (+) to increase or (-) to decrease the brightness on the screen. 4. ENTER control Press to select the function highlighted on the active menu. ENTER may also be used by some user interactive discs during movie play. 5. MENU control Press to bring up the disc menu. 6. AUX control Press to switch DVD player from play mode to auxiliary mode. 7. Auxiliary jacks Input jacks for standard video/audio media device. 8. STOP/EJECT control Press once to stop a disc from playing. Press a second time to eject the disc. (If a disc is not playing, but is present in the system, pressing eject will eject the disc). 9. DISPLAY (DISP) control Press to enable the on screen display of the player’s menu and user’s display adjustments. Double click the DISP button to change the format of the display. If the DVD disc format is NORMAL, it can be changed to full screen by selecting WIDE SCREEN. Use the NEXT and PREV button to scroll through the different format of the display. Please note that the screen quality will degrade if the display mode is changed to “Zoom.”

DVD control features

Menu control Press the MENU control to enter the DVD menu. This allows you to navigate and select within the DVD generated menu structure. Once in MENU mode:

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• Press the NEXT control to move the cursor one position upward

• Press the PREV control to move the cursor one position downward

• Press the REV control to move

the cursor left one position

• Press the FWD control to move

the cursor right one position

REV

NEXT

PREV

FWD

REV

NEXT

PREV

FWD

REV

NEXT

PREV

FWD

REV

NEXT

PREV

FWD

REV

FWD

NEXT

PREV

Next/Previous control The NEXT (up) and PREV (down) controls allows you to access the next or previous track on a CD or chapter on a DVD. When pressed, the playing audio will mute momentarily while the next chapter is accessed. Press and hold to advance or reverse multiple tracks or chapters. REV/FWD control Press the REV/FWD control during playback mode to reverse or advance at a normal speed. Press the REV/FWD control again to cancel the reverse/advance action and return to normal playback mode

PREV

NEXT

FWD

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Enter control The ENTER control allows you to select highlighted items when in MENU mode. CD play mode Press NEXT during CD play to advance to the next track. If you press NEXT while the last track is playing, the system will wrap around to the first track and begin play.

ENTER

REV

NEXT

PREV

FWD

Slow play mode To enter slow play mode, press the PLAY/PAUSE control. This will pause the disc playing. Once the system is in pause mode, press the FWD or REV control for slow motion playback. Three different speeds in forward and one speed in reverse are available depending on how long the control is held. Slow reverse only has one speed. Press the control once for slow motion playback. Press the control again to disengage slow motion playback. Press the PLAY/PAUSE control to return to normal playback mode. User menu mode To adjust the display setting, press DISP once and the player menu will appear. Press DISP again to adjust the display setting. Use the arrow controls and the ENTER controls to select the various screen settings. (Available screen selections are 16x9, 4x3 and Zoom). The DVD player will read the disc type and configure the display accordingly. Some movies have a wide screen movie format to fit a normal 4x3 screen. In this case, the movie will have black bars on the top and bottom. When shown on the screen, it may appear as a small screen within the wide screen. It may be desirable to view this type of movie in zoom mode. To enter zoom mode, press DISP once for the player menu and again to adjust the display setting. Select zoom from the screen settings by using the arrow and ENTER controls.

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1. REV (REVERSE) control Press to reverse the direction of the DVD movie. 2. FWD (FORWARD) control Press to advance the direction of the DVD movie. 3. PLAY/STOP control When playing, press PLAY/STOP to stop the disc. When stopped, press PLAY/STOP to play the disc. 4. SEEK control Press to reverse ( track of the CD. 5. DISP (DISPLAY) control Press to enable the on screen display of the player’s menu and display settings. Once the display is on, use SEEK to highlight the desired screen setting. 6. ENTER /MEMORY control In DVD playback mode, press the control to select a highlighted item from the menu. In stop mode, press the control to select the next audio memory preset.

) the chapter of the DVD or the

) or advance (

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7. MENU/MODE control In DVD playback mode, press to access the disc menu. In stop mode, press to change media types (e.g. AM, FM, CD . . . ) 8. VOL (VOLUME) control Press (+) to increase or (-) to decrease the volume level. Dual play mode Press the radio preset controls 2
and 4 at the same time to enable or disable dual play. During dual play, the rear vehicle speakers will be deactivated and the wireless headphones will become active. Please note that the infrared headphones are active only when the Family Entertainment System is playing a movie. During dual play mode, two different medias can be played in the vehicle: 1. The driver can choose, and control, a source on the main radio face (radio, CD or DVD) and listen to it using the front speakers. 2. Passengers in the rear can listen to the DVD player or AUX input via the wireless headphones. Single play mode When the ignition is turned on, the radio will be in Single Play Mode. Single play mode allows one media selection (FM/AM, CD, DVD or AUX) to be heard on all the vehicle speakers. If radio is in Dual Play Mode, with a DVD playing in the rear, and another media (FM/AM, CD) playing on front speakers, changing to single play will turn the DVD player off. When radio is powered off and back on, it will be in Single Play mode, even if upon power off the radio was in Dual play mode.

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Batteries are provided with the remote control unit. Since all batteries have a limited shelf life, replace them when the remote control fails to control the DVD player. There is a LED indicator light on the remote control that will illuminate when any control is pressed. Slide the battery cover off as shown on the remote control to access the batteries. The remote control unit uses two AAA batteries. Parental control Simultaneously press the preset controls 3 and 5 to enable or disable the rear seat controls, the controls on your Family Entertainment DVD system including the remote control, and the DVD screen (if equipped). For further information about the Rear Seat Controls, refer to Auxiliary audio controls in the Entertainment Chapter.

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Wireless headphones Your system is equipped with 2 sets of wireless headphones. (Two AAA batteries are needed to operate the headphones.) Batteries are included.

To install the batteries, remove the screw at the bottom of the cover. Then, lightly press down on top, and slide the cover off. When replacing the batteries, use two new batteries (alkaline recommended) and install them with the correct orientation as indicated in the battery housing.

Wireless headphone operation To operate the headphones: • Press the ON/OFF button on the

earpiece to turn on the headphones. A red LED (indicator light) will illuminate indicating the headphones are powered ON. Press ON/OFF again to turn the headphones off. • Adjust the headphones to comfortably fit your head using the headband adjustment. • Adjust the volume control to the

desired listening level.

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controlled by the thumbwheel. Neither the remote control nor the rear seat controls will affect the volume output of the wireless headphones. When not using the headphones, turn them off to preserve battery life. The headphones will automatically turn off after five minutes if they have not received an infrared audio signal from the Family Entertainment System (FES). Note: Ensure that the line of sight between the headphone and infrared transmitter (mounted on the DVD housing) is not obstructed for optimal performance. Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) flip-down screen

The LCD screen rotates down and can be adjusted to your desired viewing angle. When not in use, rotate the screen up into the storage housing. Note: Ensure that the screen is securely latched into the housing when stored.

1. 7.0” (diagonal) active matrix liquid crystal display (LCD). 2. Display housing. 3. Dimmer switch. Press +/- to increase/decrease the brightness of the display.

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Playback and format • The DVD player of your Family Entertainment DVD System can only

be used in the “playback” mode. (The DVD player does not offer a record feature.) • The system plays standard CDs, DVDs and also plays most CD R/W,

DVD R/W, VCD and MP3 media.

255 files. Discs containing more than 255 files will not play.

Saving MP3 files • Your Family Entertainment System supports discs containing up to • Always save MP3 files with the .mp3 extension. The player recognizes an MP3 file by the .mp3 extension, so MP3 files saved with different extensions will not be played. Never save a non-MP3 file with the .mp3
extension as the file will not play properly. • The player supports multi session discs. However, be sure to import

the previous session of the disc before you add new files. If you do not import the previous session, only the last session will be played. • When burning a disc, ensure that you close/finalize the disc before playback, or the disc may not play properly or an error message may appear.

• Some CD-RW discs may operate inconsistently and may cause an error message to appear. We recommend burning MP3 files onto CD-R discs.

Family Entertainment DVD System protection circuits High temperature sensor circuit • Excessively high temperatures may cause damage to the DVD player. • When the temperature of the DVD player becomes too hot, the high

temperature sensor circuit stops machine operation. DVD/CD HOT will be displayed on the radio display.

• The DVD player will remain disabled until it cools to a normal

operating temperature. The length of time for the system to cool will vary depending on the climate and operating conditions.

Operating • Only use the system when the vehicle is started for optimal • If the Family Entertainment System (FES) is playing and the ignition is turned OFF, the system will turn off, and suspend playback. When

performance and to maintain battery life.

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the ignition is turned on again, playback will begin from the last selected media source when the play control is pressed.

• To disable the DVD player rear controls, simultaneously press the 3
and 5 memory presets on the radio face. To enable the DVD player rear controls again, press the 3 and 5 presets simultaneously. • The DVD player is only capable of reading the bottom side of a disc. When inserting a single sided disc, the label should be up. For a multi-sided disc, the desired play side should be down when the disc is inserted into the player. • DVDs are formatted by regions. This DVD system can only play region

1 DVDs (DVDs manufactured for U.S. and Canada).

This unit is designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 (12 cm) audio compact discs and DVDs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford DVD/CD players. Irregular shaped discs, discs with a scratch protection film attached, and discs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the player. The label may peel and cause the disc to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade discs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ball point pens may damage discs. Please contact your dealer for further information. Inserting a CD/DVD With the ignition ON, inserting a CD/DVD into the DVD player automatically turns ON the FES and playback should begin immediately. The counter is automatically reset to 0:00:00 when any disc is inserted into the FES. Removing a CD/DVD (while playing) 1. Press the STOP/EJECT control to stop playback if a disc is playing. 2. Press the STOP/EJECT control again to eject the CD/DVD. If the CD/DVD is not removed within the allotted time, the system will pull the CD/DVD back into the system for safety purposes. If the CD/DVD will not eject from the system, press and hold the EJECT control for approximately 2 seconds. The disc should eject whether the vehicle ignition is ON or OFF. Playing an auxiliary device 1. Connect the video line from your video device to the YELLOW auxiliary input jack.

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2. Connect the left and right audio lines to the WHITE (left) and RED (right) auxiliary input jacks respectively. 3. Press the MODE control repeatedly until DVD/CD AUX (no disc in player) or DVD/CD play (disc in player) illuminates in the radio display. If a disc is in the system, playback should begin. To enable the aux inputs, press the STOP control or press the AUX control on the DVD player. On-screen indicators

Each time a control is pressed, the operational status of the DVD player is shown on the screen. The following are some possible indicators: 1. DVD/ CD STATUS (PLAY/FWD/REV/PAUSE) 2. CD track number / DVD title 3. DVD chapter number 4. MEDIA COUNTER — displays current viewing time of desired media. (HOURS:MINUTES:SECONDS) 5. Viewing angle (of picture) - Adjustable with cursor controls and ENTER control. 6. Subtitles (specific language type - English, Spanish or French, dependent on disc capability and ON/OFF selection.) 7. AUDIO OUTPUT (not changeable) 8. AUDIO VERSION — (01 ENG., etc.) 9. DISPLAY SETTING (4x3, Zoom, 16x9) 10. STATUS ICON (FWD, x4, x8, x32, REV, x4, x8, x32, etc.)

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Safety information Read all the safety and operating instructions before operating the system and retain for future reference. • Do not attempt to service, repair or modify the Family Entertainment DVD System. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. • Do not insert foreign objects into the DVD compartment.

The front glass on the flip-down liquid crystal display (LCD) may break when hit with a hard surface. If the glass breaks, do not

touch the liquid crystalline material. In case of contact with skin, wash immediately with soap and water.

Do not expose the flip-down liquid crystal display (LCD) to direct sunlight or intensive ultraviolet rays for extensive periods of time. Ultraviolet rays deteriorate the liquid crystal. • Ensure that you review User Manuals for video games and video game

equipment when used as auxiliary inputs for your Family Entertainment DVD System.

• Do not operate video games or video equipment if the power cords and/or cables are broken, split or damaged. Carefully place cords and/or cables where they will not be stepped on or interfere with the operation of seats and/or compartments.

• Disconnect video games and video equipment power cords and/or • Avoid touching auxiliary input jacks with your fingers. Do not blow on • Do not clean any part of the DVD player with benzene, paint thinner

them or allow them to get wet or dirty.

cables when not in use.

or any other solvent.

Whenever a warning notice is received, the radio volume will be lowered to a volume that will allow the tones to be heard. The radio volume will return to the previous level after the warning notice is complete.

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Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance Changes or modifications not approved by Ford or Lincoln Mercury could void user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy. If not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, the Family Entertainment System (FES) may cause harmful interference with radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, (which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on), the user is encouraged to consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. Care and service of the DVD player Environmental extremes DVD players that are subjected to harsh environmental conditions may be damaged or perform at less than optimal capability. To avoid these outcomes, whenever possible avoid exposing your DVD player to: • extremely hot or cold temperatures. • direct sunlight. • high humidity. • a dusty environment. • locations where strong magnetic fields are generated. Temperature extremes When the vehicle is parked under direct sunlight or in an extremely cold place for a long period of time, wait until the cabin temperature of the vehicle is at normal temperature before operating the system. Humidity and moisture condensation Moisture in the air will condense in the DVD player under extremely humid conditions or when moving from a cold to a warm location. If moisture condensation occurs, do not insert a CD or DVD into the player. If one is already in the player, remove it and turn the DVD player ON to dry the moisture before inserting a DVD. This could take an hour or more depending on the amount of moisture.

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Cleaning the liquid crystal display (LCD) flip-down screen Clean the display screen by applying a small amount of water or any ammonia-based household glass cleaner directly to a soft cloth. Rub the screen gently until the dust, dirt or fingerprints are removed. Do not spray the screen directly with water or glass cleaning solvents. Overspray from these fluids could drip down into the internal electronics of the screen and cause damage. Do not apply excessive pressure while cleaning the screen. Foreign substances Exercise care to prevent dirt and foreign objects from entering the DVD player compartment. If liquid is accidentally spilled onto the system, immediately turn the system OFF and consult a qualified service technician. Cleaning compact discs Inspect all discs for contamination before playing. If necessary, clean discs only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out to the edge. Do not wipe in a circular motion. Cleaning the DVD player Clean the exterior of the DVD player with a damp cloth. Do not use CD cleaning kits or CDs intended to clean the interior of your DVD player. Use of these products may damage your system.

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MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow 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 setting: MAX A/C: Distributes recirculated air through the instrument panel vents only to cool the vehicle. This re-cooling of the interior air is more economical and efficient. Recirculated air may also help reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle.

: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents and floor vents.

O (OFF): Outside air is shut out and the climate system is turned off.

: Distributes air through the floor vents. Note: You may notice a

small amount of air flowing from the demister and defroster vents.

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster vents, demisters

and floor vents.

: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster and

select another mode.

demister vents. Can be used to clear thin ice or fog from the windshield. To exit 3. Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster in this section for more information. Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation 4. in the vehicle cabin. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculation engages automatically with selection of MAX A/C or can be engaged manually in any other airflow selection except defrost. Recirculation may turn off automatically in all airflow selections except MAX A/C. 5. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages automatically in MAX A/C, Cannot be disabled in MAX A/C mode.

(floor/defrost).

(defrost) and

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position.

airflow to the back seats.

the air flow selector in the

airflow selector in the O (OFF) or with recirculated air engaged.

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 • 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 • For maximum cooling performance (MAX A/C): In the MAX A/C mode: • Move the temperature control selector to the coldest setting. • Set the fan to the highest speed initially, then adjust to maintain

the windshield.

passenger comfort.

and

modes:

In the • Move the temperature control selector to the coldest setting. • Select A/C and recirculated air • Set the fan to the highest speed initially, then adjust to maintain

colder airflow.

. Use

with A/C to provide

passenger comfort.

In extremely cold temperatures, to maximize overall heater performance it is suggested to not operate the auxiliary system (if so equipped) until the engine temperature gauge crosses into the normal operating range. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2. Select A/C. 3. Set the temperature control to full heat. 4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.

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

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DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

select another mode.

Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster

Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation

1. and demister vents. Can be used to clear thin ice or fog from the windshield. To exit 2. Passenger temperature control: Press to increase/decrease the airflow temperature for the passenger in the front of the vehicle. Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate rear window 3. R defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster in this section for more information. 4. in the cabin. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculation can be engaged manually in any other airflow selection except defrost. Recirculation may turn off automatically in all airflow selections. 5. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages automatically in AUTO, defrost and floor/defrost. 6. floor vents. 7. small amount of air flowing from the demister and defroster vents.

: Distributes air through the floor vents. Note: You may notice a

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster, demister and

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: Distributes air through the instrument panel and floor vents.

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: Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.

Front fan speed control: Press to manually increase or

9. 10. Manual override controls: Allows you to manually select where airflow is directed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO. 11. decrease the fan speed. To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTO. 12. EXT: Press to display outside temperature. Press again to display cabin temperature settings. 13. F/C (Temperature conversions): Press to switch temperature display between ° Fahrenheit and ° Celsius. 14. OFF: Outside air is shut out and the climate control system is turned off. 15. Driver temperature control: Press to increase/decrease the temperature on the driver side of the cabin. Sets the passenger side temperature also when DUAL is disengaged. The recommended vehicle cabin setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C). Dual temperature control: Press and hold the AUTO button to engage-disengage separate passenger side temperature control. 16. AUTO: To engage automatic temperature control, press AUTO and select the desired temperature using the temperature control. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C on or off, and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the desired temperature.

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Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control with heated seats (if equipped)

select another mode.

Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster

1. and demister vents. Can be used to clear thin ice or fog from the windshield. To exit 2. Passenger temperature control: Press to increase/decrease the airflow temperature for the passenger in the front of the vehicle. Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate rear window 3. R defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster in this section for more information. 4. DUAL (Dual temperature control): Press to engage/disengage separate passenger side temperature control. 5. setting (2 indicator lights), press again to activate low heat setting (1
indicator light), and press again to deactivate the passenger heated seat. Note: The heated seat feature will remain on for approximately ten minutes. 6. in the cabin. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculation can be engaged manually in any other airflow selection except defrost. Recirculation may turn off automatically in all airflow selections.

Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation

Passenger heated seat control: Press once to activate high heat

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7. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages automatically in AUTO, defrost and floor/defrost. 8. Airflow direction control: Press to toggle through the air distribution modes listed below. The selected mode will be shown in the display.

: Distributes air through the instrument panel and center console

vents (if equipped).

: Distributes air through the instrument panel, floor and center

console vents (if equipped).

: Distributes air through the floor vents. Note: You may notice a

small amount of air flowing from the demister and defroster vents.

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster, demister and floor

Front fan speed control: Press to manually increase or

Driver heated seat control: Press to heat the driver seat. Press

vents. 9. Manual override controls: Allows you to manually select where airflow is directed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO. 10. once to activate high heat (two indicator lights). Press again to activate low heat (one indicator light). Press again to deactivate the driver heated seat. Note: The heated seat feature will remain on for approximately ten minutes. 11. decrease the fan speed. To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTO. 12. EXT: Press to display outside temperature. Press again to display cabin temperature settings. 13. F/C (Temperature conversions): Press to switch temperature display between ° Fahrenheit and ° Celsius. 14. OFF: Outside air is shut out and the climate control system is turned off. 15. Driver temperature control: Press to increase/decrease the temperature on the driver side of the cabin. Sets the passenger side temperature also when DUAL is disengaged. The recommended vehicle cabin setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C). 16. AUTO: Press to engage automatic temperature control. Select the desired temperature using the temperature control. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C on or off, and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the desired temperature.

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Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control with rear passenger compartment climate control (if equipped)

select another mode.

Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster

1. and demister vents. Can be used to clear thin ice or fog from the windshield. To exit 2. Rear temperature control: Press to enable the auxiliary system and set the desired rear cabin airflow temperature with the front control. The rear cabin airflow temperature will match the driver airflow temperature setting when only the center rear temperature bar is illuminated. The rear cabin airflow temperature will be warmer or cooler than the driver airflow temperature setting when more than one temperature bar is illuminated. 3. Passenger temperature control: Press to increase/decrease the airflow temperature for the passenger in the front of the vehicle. Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate rear window 4. R defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster in this section for more information. Rear fan speed control: Press to enable the auxiliary system or 5. to adjust the rear fan speed from the front control. The rear fan speed settings are 4, 3, 2, 1 and OFF.

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Front fan speed control: Press to manually increase or

Recirculated air: Press to activate/deactivate air recirculation

: Distributes air through the windshield defroster, demister and

: Distributes air through the floor vents. Note: You may notice a

: Distributes air through the instrument panel and floor vents. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents.

6. in the cabin. Recirculated air may reduce the amount of time to cool down the interior of the vehicle and may also help reduce undesired odors from reaching the interior of the vehicle. Recirculation can be engaged manually in any other airflow selection except defrost. Recirculation may turn off automatically in all airflow selections. 7. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages automatically in AUTO, defrost and floor/defrost. 8. floor vents. 9. small amount of air flowing from the demister and defroster vents. 10. 11. 12. Manual override controls: Allows you to manually select where airflow is directed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO. 13. decrease the fan speed. To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTO. 14. OFF: Outside air is shut out and the climate control system is turned off. 15. Driver temperature control: Press to increase/decrease the temperature on the driver side of the cabin. Sets the passenger side temperature also when DUAL is disengaged. The recommended vehicle cabin setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C). 16. AUTO: To engage automatic temperature control, press AUTO and select the desired temperature using the temperature control. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location, A/C on or off, and outside or recirculated air, to heat or cool the vehicle to reach the desired temperature. 17. F/C (Temperature conversions): Press to switch temperature display between ° Fahrenheit and ° Celsius. 18. REAR: Press to enable the control located in the rear seat. Press again to turn the auxiliary system OFF. 19. EXT: Press to display outside temperature. Press again to display cabin temperature settings.

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position.

the air flow selector in the

airflow selector in the OFF or with recirculated air engaged.

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 • 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 • For maximum cooling performance (MAX A/C): In AUTO mode, press AUTO control and set to desired temperature.

airflow to the back seats.

the windshield.

In manual override control, select and set the temperature to 60°F (16°C). Set the fan to the air highest speed initially, then adjust to maintain passenger comfort. • To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly open

, A/C and recirculated

or

for 2–3 minutes after starting the vehicle or until the vehicle has “aired out.”

In extremely cold temperatures, to maximize overall heater performance it is suggested to not operate the auxiliary system (if so equipped) until the engine temperature gauge crosses into the normal operating range. To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2. Select A/C. 3. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort. 4. Set the fan to the highest speed. 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows.

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

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select another mode.

Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster

1. and demister vents. Can be used to clear thin ice or fog from the windshield. To exit 2. Rear temperature control: Press to enable the auxiliary system and set the desired rear cabin airflow temperature with the front control. The rear cabin airflow temperature will match the driver airflow temperature setting when only the center rear temperature bar is illuminated. The rear cabin airflow temperature will be warmer or cooler than the driver airflow temperature setting when more than one temperature bar is illuminated. 3. Passenger temperature control: Press to increase/decrease the airflow temperature for the passenger in the front of the vehicle. 4. R Refer to Rear window defroster in this section for more information. Rear fan speed control: Press to enable the auxiliary system or 5. to adjust the rear fan speed from the front control. The rear fan speed settings are 4, 3, 2, 1 and OFF. 6. setting (2 indicator lights), press again to activate low heat setting (1
indicator light), and press again to deactivate the passenger heated seat. Note: The heated seat feature will remain on for approximately ten minutes.

Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate rear window defroster.

Passenger heated seat control: Press once to activate high heat

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