Ford Escort

BEFORE DRIVING

Introduction 2

Instrumentation 4

Controls and Features 15

Seating and Safety restraints 53

STARTING AND DRIVING

Starting 85

Driving 93

Roadside Emergencies 107

SERVICING

Maintenance and Care 124

Capacities and Specifications 179

Reporting Safety Defects 186

Index 187

Contents

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ICONSThe following icons appear in thisOwner Guide:

indicates a warning. Read thefollowing section on Warnings fora full explanation of warnings.

indicates that vehicleinformation related to recyclingand other environmental concernswill follow.

WarningsWarnings remind you to beespecially careful in those areaswhere carelessness can causedamage to your vehicle or personalinjury to yourself, your passengers,or others. Please read all warningscarefully.

Breaking-in your vehicleYour new vehicle goes through anadjustment or breaking-in periodduring the first 1,600 km (1,000miles) of driving. During thisperiod:

change your vehicles speedoften as you drive. Do not driveat one speed for a long time.

use only the type of engine oilFord recommends. Do not usespecial break-in oils.

avoid sudden stops. Thebreak-in period for brake liningslasts for 1,600 km (1,000 miles)of highway driving or 160 km(100 miles) of city driving.

Introduction

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Information about this guideThis guide describes equipmentand gives specifications forequipment that was in effect whenthis guide was approved forprinting. Ford may discontinuemodels or change specifications ordesign without any notice andwithout incurring obligation.

Introduction

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Exterior lamps andturn signal lever(pg. 26 andpg. 9)

Foglamp switch(if equipped)(pg. 27)

Fuel gauge(pg. 13)

Engine coolanttemperature gauge(pg. 13)

Speedometer(pg. 13)

Tachometer (ifequipped)(pg. 14)

Warning lights(pg. 6)

Wiper/washerlever (pg. 30)Rear wiper/washer(if equipped) (pg.30)Speed control(if equipped)

(pg. 27)

Power mirrorscontrol (ifequipped)(pg. 16)

Instrument paneldimmer switch(pg. 15)

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* if equipped with air conditioning

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Vents (pg. 18)

Refer to Audio Guide(electronic stereo radio withcassette shown; othersavailable) (pg. 17)

Rear windowdefroster (ifequipped) (pg. 24)Climate controls

(pg. 17)

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INSTRUMENT CLUSTERS

Instrument cluster lightsBase cluster lights

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Sport cluster lights

Low fuelIlluminates when the fuel tank isalmost empty (approximately 8liters [2 gallons] remain). Thelights will also briefly illuminatewhen the ignition key is turned toON and the engine is off.

Service engine soonIlluminates when the enginesemissions control system requiresservice. The light will alsoilluminate, and will remainilluminated, when the ignition keyis turned to ON and the engine isoff.

Air bag readinessIlluminates when the air bagsystem requires servicing. Thelight will also briefly illuminatewhen the ignition key is turned toON.

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Safety beltThe safety warning light/chime is areminder to fasten your safety belt.One of the following will takeplace:

If the lap/shoulder belt is notbuckled before the key is turnedto the ON position, the willilluminate for approximately oneminute or until the safety belt isbuckled.

If the lap/shoulder belt isbuckled while is illuminatedand the chime is sounding, bothwill turn off.

If the lap/shoulder belt isbuckled before the key is turnedto the ON position, neither lightor chime will activate.

Upshift (if equipped)Illuminates when it is best to shiftto the next highest manualtransaxle gear for the maximumfuel economy.

BrakeIlluminates when the parking brakeis activated and the ignition iskeyed to ON or the brake fluidlevel is low. In addition, with theparking brake off, the light willilluminate when the engine iscranked.

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Anti-lock brake system (ABS)Illuminates when the ABS needsservice. The light will also brieflyilluminate when the ignition key isturned to ON and the engine is off.

Turn signalIlluminates when the left hand orright hand turn signal or thehazard lamps are illuminated.

High beamsIlluminates when the headlamphigh beams are on.

Anti-theft (if equipped)Illuminates when the anti-theftsystem is arming and flashes whenthe anti-theft system is armed.

ChargingIlluminates when there is aproblem with the alternator orcharging system and the electricalsystem requires service. The lightwill also briefly illuminate whenthe ignition key is turned to ONand the engine is off.

Oil pressureIlluminates when the oil pressureis low, not the low oil level.However, if your engines oil levelis low, it could affect the oilpressure. Stop the vehicle andcheck the oil level as soon aspossible. Do not drive the vehicle ifthe light remains on. The light willalso briefly illuminate when theignition key is turned to ON andthe engine is off.

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Engine coolantIlluminates when there is lowcoolant level or a problem with theengine coolant system. Stop thevehicle and check the enginecoolant level as soon as possible.The light will also briefly illuminatewhen the ignition key is turned toON and the engine is off. For moreinformation on engine coolant,refer to Checking and addingengine coolant in theMaintenance and care chapter.

Liftgate ajar (if equipped)Illuminates when the ignition is inthe ON position and the liftgate isopen.

Many of the lights illuminatebriefly when you start the vehicle.For more information on warninglight illumination, refer toPreparing to start the vehicle inthe Starting chapter.

Warning chimesSafety belt warning chimeFor information on the safety beltwarning chime, refer to theSeating and safety restraintschapter.

Supplemental restraint system(SRS) warning chimeFor information on the SRSwarning chime, refer to theSeating and safety restraintschapter.

CHECKCOOLANT

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Key-in-ignition warning chimeA warning chime sounds when thekey is left in the ignition and anydoor is opened.

Headlamps-on warning chimeA warning chime sounds when theheadlamps are on, the ignition isoff, and a door is opened.

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Instrument cluster gaugesBase cluster gauges

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Speedometer

Fuel gaugeWhen the fuel gauge needle is onthe E (empty) portion of thegauge, there are betweenapproximately 2 L (.6 gallons) and4 L (1 gallon) of usable fuel left inthe tank.

Engine coolant temperaturegaugeIf the engine coolant temperaturegauge moves into the H zone:

1. Pull off the road as soon as issafely possible.

2. Turn off the engine and let itcool.

3. Check and add engine coolantas necessary. Refer to Checkingand adding engine coolant in theMaintenance and care chapter. Ifthe coolant level and mixture isnot properly maintained, theengine coolant temperature gaugewill not read properly.

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OdometerThe odometer gives a six digitreading of how many kilometers(miles) your vehicle has traveled.

Trip odometerThe trip odometer gives a fourdigit reading of how manykilometers (miles) your vehicle hastraveled in an individual trip.

Press the reset button to begin anindividual trip odometer record.

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INSTRUMENT PANEL DIMMERSWITCHTo adjust the instrument paneldimmer switch:

Rotate the switch to the right todim the instrument panellighting.

Rotate the switch to the left tobrighten the instrument panellighting.

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POWER OUTSIDE MIRRORS (IFEQUIPPED)To adjust the outside mirrors:

1. Select the mirror you want toadjust.

L Driver side mirror

R Passenger side mirror

2. Move the mirror control in thedesired direction.

3. Lock the mirror by moving theswitch to the center position.

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AUDIO SYSTEMFor information on the audiosystem, refer to the Audio Guide.

CLIMATE CONTROLSYour vehicle has one of thefollowing climate control systems:

Manual heating system Manual heating and air

conditioning system

In some modes, the two systemsfunction similarly; in modes wherethe systems do not functionsimilarly, the different functionsare noted.

* If equipped with air conditioning

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VentsThe airflow from the vents may beadjusted by moving the horizontallever or by moving the vent up anddown according to your airflowpreference.

Operating the climate controlTurn the fan speed dial to thedesired speed.

Turn the temperature dial to thedesired mix of warm and cool air(left for cooler and right forwarmer).

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Turn the air distribution dial to thedesired airflow position. Forvehicles with manual heatingsystems, the modes can only beused for heating or ventilating(except OFF).

To prevent humidity buildup insideof the vehicle, always drive withthe climate control system turnedon.

Do not put objects under the frontseats that interfere with the flowof air to the back seat area.


Using the MAX A/C mode MAX A/C mode (if equipped)

can be used for air conditioningor heating. This mode is noisierbut more economical than A/C;it will only function if the airtemperature outside the vehicleis about 10C (50F) or higher.

Select MAX A/C and turn thetemperature dial to the left forrecirculated, cooled airflowthrough these vents:

Using the A/C mode A/C mode (if equipped) can be

used for heating, ventilating, orair conditioning; the air

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conditioning can only function ifthe air temperature outside thevehicle is about 10C (50F) orhigher. Select A/C and turn thetemperature dial to the left forrecirculated, cooled airflowthrough these vents:

Using the panel mode This brings in outside air and

can be used for heating andventilating. Select for airflowthrough these vents:

Using the floor modeIn the OFF mode, outside air isshut out and the fan will notoperate.

Using the panel/floor modeManual heating system

This mode brings in outside airand can be used for heating andventilating.

Manual heating and airconditioning system

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function if the air temperatureoutside the vehicle is about10C (50F) or higher. Selectthis mode for airflow throughthese vents:

Using the floor modeIn this mode, with the temperaturecontrol knob between full cool andfull hot ranges, slightly warmer airwill be directed toward your feetand cooler air toward your chest.In the full cool or full hot ranges,the airflow toward both feet andchest will be the sametemperature.

This allows for maximumheating, but can also be used forventilating. Select forairflow through the rear seatfloor ducts and these vents:

Using the defrost/floor modeManual heating system

This brings in outside air andcan be used for heating orventilating.

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This brings in outside air andcan be used for heating,ventilating, or air conditioning inorder to dehumidify thewindshield; the air conditioningcan only function if the airtemperature outside the vehicleis about 10C (50F) or higher.Select for airflow throughthese vents:

Using the defrost modeManual heating system

This brings in outside air andcan be used for heating andventilating and will clear ice orfog from the windshield andfront side windows.


This brings in outside air andcan be used for heating,ventilating, or air conditioning inorder to dehumidify thewindshield; the air conditioningcan only function if the airtemperature outside the vehicleis about 10C (50F) or higher.

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Select for airflow throughthese vents:

Special featuresFor slightly warm airflow towardyour feet and slightly cool airflowtoward your chest at the sametime:


For about the same temperatureairflow toward your chest and feet:


For better airflowRemove snow, ice, and leaves fromthe intake vents for the bestairflow:

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REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER(IF EQUIPPED)Press the defroster switch to clearthe rear window of thin ice andfog:

The ignition must be in the ONposition to operate the rearwindow defroster.

The defroster turns offautomatically after fifteen minutes.To manually turn off the defrosterbefore fifteen minutes have passed,push the switch again.

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IgnitionLOCK locks the steering wheel andallows the key to be removed fromthe ignition. (Push the key in whileturning to LOCK on vehicles withmanual transaxles.) LOCK alsolocks automatic transaxlegearshifts.

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ACC allows operation of someaccessories without starting theengine.

ON allows testing of the vehicleswarning lights.

START cranks the engine. The keyreturns to the ON position after itis released.

For more information on thevehicle ignition and starting thevehicle, refer to Preparing to startthe vehicle in the Startingchapter.

Headlamp switchRotate the headlamp switch to thedesired position.

Headlamps on

Parking lamps, side markerlamps, instrument panel lamps,license lamps, and tail lamps on

OFF Lamps off

Daytime running light (DRL)system (if equipped)The DRL system turns on the highbeam headlamps, with a reducedlight output, when:

the vehicle is running the vehicle has a fully released

parking brake

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The daytime running light(DRL) system will not

illuminate the tail lamps andparking lamps. Turn on yourheadlamps at dusk. Failure to doso may result in a collision.

High beams and flash-to-passPush for high beam headlampoperation.

Pull and release quickly forflash-to-pass operation.

Foglamps (if equipped)Rotate the switch to turn thefoglamps on and off.

Speed control (if equipped)Maintain vehicle speed at least 50km/h (30 mph) to operate thespeed control system.

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Press the ON portion of the ON /OFF button to turn on.

Press the OFF portion of the ON /OFF button to turn off.

Press the RSM button to resume aset speed.

Hold the SET ACC portion of theSET ACC / CST button to set thedesired speed. Hold SET ACC toincrease speed; tap to increasespeed in 1.6 km/h (1 mph)increments.

Hold the CST portion of the SETACC / CST button to decreasespeed; tap to decrease speed; tapto decrease speed in 1.6 km/h (1mph) increments.

Speed control can be canceled bypressing the brake pedal or clutchpedal (if equipped).

Do not shift into N (automatictransaxle) or neutral (manualtransaxle) with the speed controlon.

Use only Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) or CanadianRadio and TelecommunicationsCommission (CRTC) approvedradio transmitting equipment inyour vehicle to prevent speedcontrol malfunctions.

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Tilt steering (if equipped)Pull the lever down to adjust thesteering column angle.

Push the lever back up to lock thesteering wheel in position.

Never adjust the steeringwheel when the vehicle is

moving. You could lose control ofthe vehicle and injure someone.

Hazard flasher switchFor information on the hazardflasher switch, refer to theRoadside emergencies chapter.

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Windshield wipers and washerWipersRotate the windshield wiper switchto the desired interval position.

Push up and release to wipe thewindshield only once. Pull down toselect the wipers on continuously.

WasherPull toward you for windshieldwasher fluid operation.

Rear window wipers andwasher (if equipped)WipersFor rear operation, rotate the rearwindow wiper and washer switchto the desired position. Select:

ON Rear wiper onOFF Rear wiper and washer off

WasherFor rear window washer fluidoperation, pull toward you. Select:

Top Rear washer onBottom Brief rear wiperand washer operation (for quickcleaning).

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OVERHEAD CONTROLS

Overhead LampsMove the overhead lamp switch tothe desired position:

OFF Overhead lamp off

DOOR Overhead lamp illuminateswhen a door is opened

ON Overhead lamp on

Map lamps (if equipped)Press to turn the map lamps onand off.

DOOR MOUNTED CONTROLS

Power door locks (if equipped)Push to lock or unlock the doors.

L All doors locked

U All doors unlocked

OFF DOOR ON

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Driver side

Front passenger side

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Childproof locksThe rear doors can be set toprevent children from opening thedoors from the inside. To set therear childproof locks:

The childproof lock must be setseparately for each door. Settingthe lock on one door will not setthe lock for both rear doors.

To return the rear doors to normaloperation, return the lever to theraised position.

Illuminated entry (if equipped)For more information on theilluminated entry system, refer toIlluminated entry under Remoteentry system in this chapter.


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Power windows (if equipped)Driver side controlsPress the appropriate windowswitch to operate the powerwindows.

Driver window

Front passenger window

Left rear passenger window

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Right rear passenger window

To prevent passengers fromoperating the power windows,press the lock button.

Press again to unlock and allowthe passengers to operate thepower windows.

One-touch down featureTo open the driver side windowcompletely, press and release thelower portion of the driver sidewindow switch.

To stop the window while it is inmotion, press the switch again.

Passenger controlsPress the window switch tooperate the power window at eachdoor position.

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Front passenger side

Rear passengers

CONSOLE CONTROLS

GearshiftFor information about the gearshifton vehicles with automatic ormanual transaxles, refer to theTransaxles section of the Drivingchapter.

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Parking brakeFor information on the parkingbrake, refer to Preparing to startthe vehicle in the Drivingchapter.


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FLOOR CONTROLS

Floor mat hook (if equipped)Fasten the floor mat to the floor toprevent the mat from shifting.


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TRUNK/LIFTGATE CONTROLS

Compact disc changer (ifequipped)For information on compact discchanger, refer to the Audio Guide.

Wagon liftgate lampPress the switch to turn theliftgate lamp on or off.

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Wagon sliding shadePull the shade to cover the cargoarea.

Hook the shade into the notches inthe rear trim panels.

Rewinding the sliding shadeIf the shade is damaged or loses itsspring tension from excessive use,manual rewind of the shade maybe necessary. The followingprocedure is a two-personoperation:


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1. Remove the shade from themounting brackets by detachingthe safety clip and pressure fitplastic knobs from either side ofthe shade. Extend the shade fullywith the smooth grain facing you.

2. Wrap the vinyl around the tubetwice by twisting the tube awayfrom you. Tuck the edges of thevinyl inside the end cap with eachwrap.

3. Fold the vinyl toward the center,making sure the edges clear theend cap slots. Use tape or a rubberband to hold the vinyl on the leftside of the tube.

4. Push in the right end cap(marked R) about 6 mm (1/4 inch)to disengage the clutch and hold inwhile turning the tube toward youfourteen times.

5. Let go of the right end cap andunfold the vinyl. Place the vinylinto the end cap slots.

6. Place the shade back in thevehicle.

To avoid possible injuryduring a sudden stop or

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Fuel pump shut-off switchThe fuel pump shut-off switchstops the fuel pump when thevehicle has been involved in acollision or substantial jolt. If thevehicle does not start, it is possiblethat the fuel pump shut-off switchneeds to be reset.

If you see or smell fuel, donot reset the switch or try

to start your vehicle. Have all thepassengers get out of the vehicleand call the local fire departmentor a towing service.

The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated in the rear passenger sideof your vehicle. With the sedanmodel, a label marks its location.

Press the button on the switch toreset the fuel pump:

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REMOTE ENTRY ANDANTI-THEFT SYSTEM Sedan

Wagon

Remote entry system (ifequipped)The remote entry system isavailable as a driver-door only oras an all-door system. The remoteentry features only operate withthe ignition in the OFF position.

When the ignition is in ON or ACC,the system is disarmed. If thevehicle is left running and locked,the system will not allow reentryusing the remote entry transmitter.

The operating range of the remoteentry system may be affected byweather conditions (such as very

UNLOCK

LOCK

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cold temperatures) or structuresaround the vehicle (buildings,other vehicles, radio and TVtowers, etc.). Typical operatingrange will allow you to be up to 10meters (33 ft) away from yourvehicle.

Unlocking the doors and wagonliftgateDriver-door only system

Press once to unlock the driverside door.

Press again within five secondsto unlock the wagon liftgate (ifequipped)

Sedan

Wagon

All-door system

Press once to unlock the driverside door.

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LOCK

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Press again within five secondsto unlock passenger doors andwagon liftgate (if equipped).

Opening the trunk (if equipped)Press once to open the trunk.

Sedan

Locking the doorsDriver-door only system

Press once to lock only thedrivers door.

Press again within five secondsto verify system has attemptedto lock the door (horn willsound once and parking lampswill flash).

The remote opens and locks thedrivers door only, it will notactivate the other three doors.

A bright yellow key fob andDRIVERS DOOR ONLY label areprovided with your remote entrysystem. They provide an additionalreminder that the remote entrysystem locks and unlocks only thedrivers door.

If the other doors are unlocked,they will remain unlocked evenafter the system has locked the

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drivers door. The other doors mustbe locked manually.

Sedan

Wagon

All-door system

Press once to lock all doors. Press again within five seconds

to verify doors are locked (hornwill sound once and parkinglamps will flash).

If a door is ajar, the horn willsound twice when the LOCKbutton is pressed a second timewith the all-door system.

UNLOCK

LOCK

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Sounding a panic alarmPress once to sound an alarm(with either the driver-door only orall-door system).

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Wagon

The parking lamps flash, the hornsounds, and the illuminated entrysystem turns on.

Press a second time to turn off thealarm.

Illuminated entryInterior lamps illuminate when theUNLOCK button is pressed on theremote entry transmitter (ifequipped). The illuminated entryfunction illuminates the interioroverhead lamp for approximately20 seconds, until the key isinserted into the ignition andturned to ON, or until the LOCKbutton is pressed on the remoteentry transmitter. The interioroverhead lamp must be set to theDOOR position in order for the

UNLOCK

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illuminated entry system toactivate.

Anti-theft system (if equipped)The anti-theft system protectsagainst unauthorized entry into anarmed and locked vehicle. Whenan unauthorized entry occurs, thesystem activates and:

flashes the parking lamps andanti-theft indicator light

sounds the hornThe horn and parking lamps shutoff after approximately threeminutes. The lights and horn willremain off unless anotherunauthorized entry is attempted.

Arming the systemThe anti-theft system can bearmed when:

the ignition is in the LOCKposition and the key is removed

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Press once to arm the anti-theftsystem.

The THEFT light in the instrumentcluster illuminates until the armingprocedure is complete. After thearming procedure is complete, theTHEFT light flashes.

Disarming an untriggeredsystemPress once to disarm theuntriggered anti-theft system.

If the driver armed the system butdid not exit the vehicle, the systemcan also be disarmed by insertingthe key and turning the ignition toON.

The system will not disarm byusing the key in any door/trunklock cylinder.

UNLOCK

LOCK

PANIC

UNLOCK

LOCK

TRUNK

PANIC

UNLOCK

LOCK

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Disarming a triggered systemPress either the UNLOCK orPANIC button to disarm atriggered anti-theft system.

A triggered system can also bedisarmed by inserting the key andturning the ignition to ON.

This device complies with Part 15of the FCC rules. Operation issubject to the two followingconditions: (1) this device may notcause harmful interference, and(2) this device must accept anyinterference received, includinginterference that may causeundesired operation.

Replacement batteries for theremote entry and/or anti-theftsystem transmitters can bepurchased at pharmacies, watchstores, or at authorized dealers.

If a transmitter is lost, a new onemay be programmed by yourdealer. Take any remainingtransmitters with you to the dealerso they may be reprogrammed.

The system will work with up tofour transmitters. Your vehiclecomes equipped with twotransmitters; additionaltransmitters can be ordered fromyour dealer. It will be necessary tohave all of the transmittersprogrammed to the remote entrysystem by the dealer at the sametime.

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FRONT SEATSLift handle to slide the seatforward or backward

Lift to adjust the seatback

Seating and safety restraints

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Head restraintsPush the release button to lowerthe head restraint

To raise the head restraint, pullwithout pushing the releasebutton.

REAR SEATSStow the built-in child seat (ifequipped) in order to fold the rearseatback down. Refer to Built-inchild seat in this chapter for moreinformation.

Push the seatback back to a raisedposition and latch for normalseating.

The full rear seat bench is shown.The split-folding rear seat (ifequipped) operates in a similarmanner.

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SAFETY RESTRAINTSPRECAUTIONSThe use of safety belts helps torestrain you and your passengersin case of a collision. In moststates and in Canada, the lawrequires the use of safety belts.

To reduce the risk ofserious injury in a

collision, always drive and ridewith your seatback upright andthe lap belt snug and low acrossthe hips.

Safety belts must be wornby all vehicle occupants to

be properly restrained and helpreduce the risk of injury in acollision.

To prevent the risk ofinjury make sure children

sit where they can be properlyrestrained.

It is extremely dangerousto ride in a cargo area,

inside or outside of a vehicle. Ina collision, people riding in theseareas are more likely to beseriously injured or killed.

Do not allow people toride in any area of your

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Be sure everyone in yourvehicle is in a seat and

using a safety belt properly.

USING THE SAFETYRESTRAINTS PROPERLY

Combination lap and shoulderbeltsInsert the tongue into the slot tofasten.

Push the red release button andremove the tongue from the slot tounfasten.

The lap belts should fitsnugly and as low as

possible around the hips, notaround the waist.

The outboard safety restraints inthe vehicle are combination lapand shoulder safety belts. Thefront and rear seat passengeroutboard safety belts have the twotypes of locking modes.


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Vehicle sensitive (emergency)locking modeThe vehicle sensitive mode is thenormal retractor mode, whichlocks the belts in response tovehicle movement. For example, ifthe driver brakes suddenly or turnsa corner sharply, the combinationsafety belts will lock to restrainforward movement of the driverand passengers.

The retractor can be made to lockby pulling sharply on the belt.

Automatic locking modeIn this mode, the occupant islocked in a certain position by theshoulder belt and the belt does notadjust tightness during vehiclemovement.

The automatic locking mode is notavailable on the driver safety belt.

When to use the automaticlocking mode When a tight lap and shoulder

belt fit is desired.

Any time a child safety seat isinstalled in the vehicle. Formore information on the properuse of a child safety seat, referto Children and infant orchild safety seats later in thischapter.


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Using the automatic lockingmodeThe automatic locking mode mustbe used when installing anaftermarket child safety seat in anyoutboard passenger seat.

1. Buckle the combination lap andshoulder belt.

2. Grasp the shoulder belt portionand pull downward until the entirebelt is extracted.

3. Allow the belt to retract. As thebelt retracts, you will hear aclicking sound. This indicates thatthe safety belt is now in theautomatic locking mode.

Canceling the automatic lockingmodeDisconnect the combination lapand shoulder belt and allow it tocompletely retract. This will cancelthe automatic locking mode andactivate the vehicle sensitive(emergency locking) mode.


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Front seat safety belt heightadjustmentAdjust the height of the shoulderbelt so the belt rests across themiddle of your shoulder.

To lower the height of theshoulder belt:

Push the button down.

Slide down.

To raise the height of theshoulder belt:

Slide up.

Pull down on the heightadjustment assembly to make sureit is locked in place.

Lap beltA lap belt is located in the centerof the rear seat.

Adjusting the lap beltBecause the lap belt does not havea retractor to automatically adjustitself during vehicle movement, thelap belt should be adjusted beforeuse.

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Buckle the belt. Pull the loose endof the belt until snug.

To lengthen the belt:Tip and pull the tongue.

The lap belt must fit snugly and aslow as possible around the hips.Do not wear the lap belt aroundyour waist.

Safety belt maintenanceCheck the safety belt systemsperiodically for damage and toensure that they work properly.


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The short plastic boot on the frontsafety belt at the passengerinboard buckle location covers anenergy absorbing sew pattern onthe safety belt. In the event of acollision, the sew pattern mayrelease, and the orange portion ofthe warning label may becomevisible. If this occurs, the safetybelt and buckle must be replaced.

Failure to follow theseinstructions will affect the

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SAFETY BELT INDICATORLIGHT AND WARNING CHIME

illuminates in the instrumentcluster and a chime sounds toremind the occupants to fastentheir safety belts.

Conditions of operationIf . . . Then . . .

The drivers safety belt is notbuckled before the ignition key isturned to ON...

The safety belt indicatorilluminates for one to two minutesand the warning chime sounds for4-8 seconds.

The drivers side safety belt isbuckled while the indicator light isilluminated and the warningchime is sounding...

The safety belt indicator light andthe warning chime turn off.

The drivers safety belt is buckledbefore the ignition key is turnedto ON...

The safety belt indicator light andwarning chime remain off.

AIR BAG PRECAUTIONSYour vehicle is equipped with anair bag supplemental restraintsystem (SRS) designed to workwith the safety belts to helpprotect you and your right frontseat passenger in the event of acollision.

All occupants of thevehicle, including the

driver, should always wear theirsafety belts, even when an airbag SRS is provided.


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Do not place objects ormount equipment on or

near the air bag cover on thesteering wheel or in front seatareas that may come into contactwith a deploying air bag. Failureto follow this instruction mayincrease the risk of personalinjury in the event of a collision.

Do not attempt to service,repair, or modify the air

bag SRS or its fuses. See yourFord or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.

AIR BAG SYSTEMDESCRIPTIONThe air bags and theircorresponding warning andinformation labels are found in thefollowing locations:

The air bag system activates incollisions more severe than hittinga parked vehicle (of similar sizeand weight) head-on atapproximately 20 km/h (13 mph).This activation speed may vary ifyour vehicle is involved in acollision with something that willmove or deform and according tothe angle of impact. The air bag isnot designed to inflate in rollovers,side impacts, or rear impacts.

Air bags and air bag equippedvehicles should be disposed of onlyby qualified service personnelusing Ford approved procedures.

The system consists of two parts:

HI

LOOFF

*A/C

*MAXA/C

TUNEDISCS

SEEKTUNE SCAN

EJ REW FF

BAL

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The driver air bag in the middleof the steering wheel and thepassenger air bag above theglove compartment.

The electrical system, made upof impact sensors, a diagnosticmodule, and a backup powersupply.

The air bags inflate within afraction of a second after air bagsensors detect a severe frontalcollision. Gas generators within theair bags fill the air bags with anon-toxic, non-flammable gas.After the vehicle occupants haveimpacted the air bags, the gasempties through holes in the airbags and the air bags deflate. Youmay notice smoke and smell theescaping gas after the air bagsdeflate. This is normal.

You and your passenger must wearyour safety belts in order for theair bag system to operateeffectively.

AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT ANDWARNING CHIMEWhen you turn the ignition key tothe ON position, the air bag systemperforms a self-check of the:

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in the instrument clusterilluminates for approximately sixseconds to indicate that thesystem is functional.

If you hear a group of five beeps,or if the warning light doesnot illuminate, stays lit, or flashes,the air bag system requiresimmediate service. Have thevehicle serviced by your dealer.

CHILD RESTRAINTPRECAUTIONSYou are required by law to usesafety restraints for children in theUnited States and Canada. If smallchildren ride in your vehicle(generally children who are fouryears of age or younger and whoweigh 18 kg [40 lb] or less), youmust put them in safety seatsmade specially for children. Checkyour local and state laws forspecific requirements regarding thesafety of your children.

Never let a passenger holda child on his or her lap

while the vehicle is moving. Thepassenger cannot protect thechild from injury in a collision.

Always follow the instructions andwarnings that come with any infantor child restraint you might use.

If possible, place children in therear seat of your vehicle. Accidentstatistics suggest that children aresafer when properly restrained inrear seating positions than when


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they are restrained in front seatingpositions.

Rear-facing infant seatsshould never be placed in

the front seat.

CHILDREN AND SAFETY BELTSChildren who are too large forchild safety seats (as specified bythe manufacturer of your childsafety seat) should always wearsafety belts.

Follow all the important safetyrestraint and air bag precautionsthat apply to adult passengers inyour vehicle.

If the shoulder belt portion of acombination lap and shoulder beltcan be positioned so it does notcross or rest in front of the childsface or neck, the child should wearthe lap and shoulder belt. Movingthe child closer to the center ofthe vehicle may help to provide agood shoulder belt fit.

To improve the fit of lap andshoulder belts on children whohave outgrown child safety seats,Ford recommends use of abelt-positioning booster seat that islabelled as conforming to allFederal motor vehicle safetystandards. Belt-positioning boosterseats raise the child and provide ashorter, firmer seating cushion thatencourages safer seating postureand better fit of lap and shoulderbelts on the child. A


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belt-positioning booster should beused if the shoulder belt rests infront of the childs face or neck, orif the lap belt does not fit snuglyon both thighs, or if the thighs aretoo short to let the child sit all theway back on the seat cushionwhen the lower legs hang over theedge of the seat cushion. You maywish to dicuss the specific needs ofyour child with your pediatrician.

CHILDREN AND INFANT ORCHILD SAFETY SEATS

Carefully follow all of themanufacturers instructions

included with the safety seat youput in your vehicle. If you do notinstall and use the safety seatproperly, the child may beinjured in a sudden stop orcollision.

When installing a child safety seat:

use the correct safety beltbuckle for that seating position.

make sure the tongue issecurely fastened in the buckle.

keep the buckle release buttonpointing up and away from thesafety seat, with the tonguebetween the child seat and therelease button, to preventaccidental unbuckling.

place seatbacks in the uprightposition.


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put the safety belt in theautomatic locking mode. Referto Using the automatic lockingmode in this chapter.

Installing child safety seats incombination lap and shoulderbelt seating positions1. Position the child safety seat ina seat with a combination lap andshoulder belt.

If you choose to install a childsafety seat in the front passengerseat, move the seat as far back aspossible.

2. Pull down on the shoulder beltand then grasp the shoulder beltand lap belt together.


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3. While holding the shoulder andlap belt portions together, routethe tongue through the child seataccording to the child seatmanufacturers instructions. Besure the belt webbing is nottwisted.

4. Insert the belt tongue into theproper buckle until you hear andfeel the latch engage. Make surethe tongue is latched securely bypulling on it.

5. To put the retractor in theautomatic locking mode, grasp theshoulder portion of the belt andpull downward until all of the beltis extracted.

6. Allow the belt to retract. Thebelt will click as it retracts toindicate it is in the automaticlocking mode.


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7. Pull the lap belt portion acrossthe child seat toward the buckleand pull up on the shoulder beltwhile pushing down on the childseat to tighten the belt as much aspossible.

8. Allow the safety belt to retractto remove any slack in the belt.

9. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly tilt the seat from sideto side and forward and back tomake sure the seat is securely heldin place.

10. Try to pull the belt out of theretractor to make sure theretractor is in the automaticlocking mode (you should not beable to pull more belt out). If theretractor is not locked, unbucklethe belt and repeat steps twothrough nine.

Check to make sure the childseat is properly secured beforeeach use.

Installing child safety seats inthe rear center seating position1. Tip the tongue and pull tolengthen the lap belt.

2. Place the child safety seat in thecenter seating position.

3. Route the lap belt through thechild safety seat according to thechild seat manufacturersinstructions.


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4. Insert the tongue into theproper buckle.

5. Push down on the child safetyseat while pulling on the loose partof the lap belt webbing to tightenthe belt.

6. Before placing the child in thechild safety seat, forcibly tilt theseat from side to side and forwardand back to make sure the seat issecurely held in place. If the childseat moves excessively, repeatsteps five and six or properlyinstall the child seat in a differentseating position.

Using a tether strapContact the manufacturer of yoursafety seat for information aboutordering a tether strap if one is notprovided with the seat. The tetheranchor hardware kit is partnumber 613D20.

Your vehicle has tether anchorattachment locations on the rearpackage tray behind the back seat(sedan) or along the rear edge ofthe roof (wagon). Carefully followthe instructions provided with thekit.


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Tether anchor hardware(Canadian vehicles only)All vehicles built for sale in Canadainclude a tether anchor hardwarekit for use with Canadian childsafety seats. Attachment holes (ateach rear seating position) havebeen provided in your vehicle toattach the anchor hardware, ifrequired. Additional kits can beobtained at no charge from anyFord or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.

Tether anchor hardware (USvehicles only)Vehicles built for sale in the US donot include a tether anchorhardware kit for use with childsafety seats. However, attachmentholes (at each rear seatingposition) have been provided inyour vehicle to attach the anchorhardware, if required. Kits can beobtained at no charge from anyFord or Lincoln-Mercury dealer.

Only use the tetherattachment hole locations

shown. The tether anchor maynot perform properly if thewrong mounting location is used.

Ford recommends using childsafety seats with a top tether strapdesigned to secure an aftermarketchild safety seat in the front orrear seating position. Follow thechild safety seat manufacturersinstructions for installing a childsafety seat with a tether strap.


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Ford recommends you attachtethered safety seats in a rearseating position with the tetherstrap attached to the tetheranchoring bracket as shown in theinstructions provided with thetether anchor kit.

If a tethered seat must be installedin the front passenger seat:

1. Install the child safety seat inthe front passenger seat. Forinstructions on how to install theseat, refer to Installing childsafety seats in combination lapand shoulder belt seatingpositions in this chapter.

2. Hook the tether strap clip to thetongue of the rear center lap beltand ensure that the belt is pulledtight.

To install a child safety seat usinga tether strap in the back seat:

1. Install the child safety seat inthe rear right, left or center seatposition. For instructions on howto install the seat, refer toInstalling child safety seats inlap belt seating positions in thischapter.

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Wagon2. Refer to the instructionsprovided with the tether anchorkit.

3. Refer to the instructionsprovided with your child safetyseat to securely attach the childsafety seat by tether to the tetherstrap anchor location.

Failure to follow theseprecautions could increase

the risk and / or severity ofinjury in a collision.

BUILT-IN CHILD SEAT (IFEQUIPPED)The rear seat may include abuilt-in child seat. This child seatconforms to all federal andCanadian motor vehicle safetystandards.

Read the labels located on thechild seat cushion and theshoulder belt for information onthe built-in child seat.

Use the built-in child seat onlyunder the following conditions:At least one year old 10-27 kg (22-60 lb) Shoulders must be

below the shoulderharness slots on thebuilt-in child seat

Children not meeting theserequirements should be secured inan approved aftermarket childseat. Refer to Children andinfant or child safety seats in thischapter.


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Regularly inspect the lap andshoulder belt system of your childseat. If there is any damage to thesystem or if it is not functioningproperly, see your dealer.

Placing your child in the built-inchild seat

Failure to follow all of theinstructions on the use of

this child restraint system canresult in your child striking thevehicles interior during a suddenstop or crash.

Never use the built-inchild seat as a booster

cushion with the adult safetybelts. A child using the adultbelts could slide forward and outfrom under the safety belts.

The rear seatback must befully locked before

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Ensure that the latch releasebuttons are in the full up (locked)position.

When the latch release buttons arein full up (locked) position and thebuilt-in child seat is open, the rearseatback cannot be unlocked orfolded down.

1. Pull down the top portion of thechild seat.


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2. Release the cushion retentionclip.

3. Lower the child seat cushion.

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4. Fold the end portion of the childseat under the child seat cushion.

5. Disconnect the chest clip, ifconnected. Squeeze together therelease tabs on the top and bottomof the chest clip.


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6. Place the child in the seat andposition the shoulder belts.

7. Insert the left safety belt tongueinto the left side of the buckle.Repeat for the right side. Verifythat the indicator window on eachtongue is green to ensure propersafety belt connections.


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If both tongues do notlatch in the buckle, do not

use the child seat. See yourdealer for repairs.

8. Fasten the left and right chestclip halves together to hold theshoulder belts in place comfortablyon the childs shoulders. Verifythat the indicator window on thechest clip is green to ensure aproper chest clip connection.

When either of the tongues orthe chest clip is unbuckled, thered color appears in the window.

The chest clip is designed topull apart easily in the event ofcollision. The clip helps keepthe belts on the shoulders of asquirming or sleeping child.

9. Pull on the safety belt tonguesto ensure they are both securelylatched. If they are not latched,repeat steps seven and eight.

If necessary, the shoulder belts canbe put in the automatic lock modeto limit the childs movement inthe child seat. The mode may beused if the child is sleeping orattempting to get out of the childseat.

If not placed in an automaticlocking mode, the child seatshoulder belts are in the vehiclesensitive (emergency locking)mode which locks the shoulderbelt in the event of a crash, hardbraking, or hard cornering.


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Activating the automatic lockingmode on the built-in child seat1. Fully pull out both shoulderbelts.

2. Allow the belts to tighten snuglyagainst the childs shoulders.

Canceling the automatic lockingmode on the built-in child seat1. Disconnect the chest clip. Pressthe buckle release button andremove both safety belt tonguesfrom the buckle.

2. Slide both shoulder belts fromthe childs shoulders and arm andallow them to retract fully.


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Removing your child from thebuilt-in child seat1. Disconnect the chest clip bysqueezing the release tabs togetherand pulling the two sides apart.


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2. Press the release button on thebuckle.

3. Slide the shoulder belts off thechilds shoulders and remove thechild.

4. Return the child seat cushion tothe stowed (upright) position.

5. Ensure the shoulder belts are inthe center of the built-in childseatback and connect the cushionretention clip.

6. Fold the child seat into theseatback and tuck the top of thechild seat under the rear seat flap.

7. Press firmly on the center of thebuilt-in child seat to ensure it isstowed properly.

When not in use, the built-in childseat can be stowed so that the rearcenter seat position may be usedor the rear seatback can be foldeddown.


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Inspecting the built-in child seatafter a collision

All built-in child restraints,including seats, buckles,

retractors, seat latches,interlocks, and attachinghardware should be inspected bya qualified Dealer technicianafter any collision. If the childseat was in use during acollision, Ford recommendsreplacing it. However, if thecollision was minor and aqualified technician finds thatthe child restraints do not showdamage and continue to operateproperly, they do not need to bereplaced. Built-in child seats notin use during a collision shouldalso be inspected and replaced ifeither damage or improperoperation is noted.

For information on cleaning yourbuilt-in child seat, refer toCleaning the built-in child seatin the Maintenance and caresection.


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A computer system controls theengines idle revolutions perminute (RPM). When the enginestarts, the idle RPM runs higherthan when the engine is warm. Ifthe engine idle speed does notslow down automatically, have thevehicle checked. Do not allow thevehicle to idle for more than tenminutes.

Extended idling at highengine speeds can produce

very high temperatures in theengine and exhaust system,creating the risk of fire or otherdamage.

Do not park, idle, or driveyour vehicle in dry grass

or other dry ground cover. Theemission system heats up theengine compartment and exhaustsystem, which can start a fire.

Do not start your vehiclein a closed garage or other

enclosed area. Never sit in astopped vehicle for more than ashort period of time with theengine running. Exhaust fumesare toxic. For more informationand instructions, refer toGuarding against exhaustfumes in this chapter.

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PREPARING TO START THEVEHICLEEngine starting is controlled by thespark ignition system. This systemmeets all CanadianInterference-Causing Equipmentstandard requirements regulatingthe impulse electrical field strengthof radio noise.

Before starting the vehicle:

1. Make sure all vehicle occupantshave buckled their safety belts. Formore information on safety beltsand their proper usage, refer tothe Seating and safety restraintschapter.

2. Make sure the headlamps andvehicle accessories are off.

If starting a vehicle with anautomatic transaxle:

Make sure the parking brakeis set.

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If starting a vehicle with anautomatic transaxle:

make sure that the gearshift isin P.

If starting a vehicle with a manualtransaxle:

push the clutch pedal to thefloor.

place the gearshift in theneutral position.

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4. Turn the key to the ON position(without turning the key toSTART). Make sure the followinglights illuminate briefly. If a lightfails to illuminate, have the vehicleserviced.

If the drivers safety belt isfastened, the light does notilluminate.

STARTING THE VEHICLEAfter completing the steps underPreparing to start the vehicle:

1. Turn the key to START andrelease. Do not press theaccelerator.

The key will return to the ONposition.

2. After idling for a few seconds,apply the brake and release theparking brake.

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Special conditions whenstartingStarting a cold engineAt temperatures -12C (10F) andbelow, do not hold the key in theSTART position longer than 15seconds. If the engine does notstart on the first attempt:

1. Turn the ignition key to LOCKand wait approximately tenseconds.

2. Try starting the engine again.

At temperatures above -12C(10F), do not hold the key in theSTART position longer than fiveseconds. If the engine does notstart on the first attempt:

1. Turn the ignition key to LOCKand wait approximately fiveseconds.


Starting a warm engineDo not hold the key in the STARTposition longer than five seconds.If the engine does not start on thefirst attempt:

1. Turn the ignition key to LOCKand wait a few seconds until thestarter stops.


Starting the engine after twofailed attemptsIf the engine does not start aftertwo attempts:

1. Turn the key to LOCK and waitabout two minutes.

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2. Press the accelerator all the wayto the floor and hold.

3. Turn the key to START. Releaseit once the engine starts.

4. Release the acceleratorgradually as the engine speeds up.

If the engine still does not start,refer to Fuel pump shut-offswitch in the Roadsideemergencies chapter.

Using the engine block heater(if equipped)Engine block heaters are stronglyrecommended if you live in aregion where temperaturesconsistently reach -29C (-20F) orbelow during the winter months.An engine block heater warms theengine coolant, which improvesstarting, warms up the enginefaster, and allows theheater-defrost system to respondquickly.

If your vehicle is equipped with anengine block heater, use itwhenever the temperature is -23C(-10F) or below.

To turn the heater on, plug it intoa grounded 110-volt outlet. It isrecommended that you use a110-volt circuit that is protectedby a Ground Fault CircuitInterrupter.

For best results, plug the heater inat least three hours before youstart your vehicle. Using the heaterfor longer than three hours will notdamage the engine, so you can

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plug it in at night to start thevehicle the next morning.

Do not use your heaterwith ungrounded electrical

systems or two-pronged(cheater) adapters. You can beinjured by an electrical shock ifyou use an ungroundedconnection.

GUARDING AGAINST EXHAUSTFUMESCarbon monoxide, althoughcolorless and odorless, is presentin exhaust fumes. Take precautionsto avoid its dangerous effects.

If you smell exhaust fumesinside your vehicle, have

your dealer inspect your vehicleimmediately. Do not drive if yousmell exhaust fumes.

Have the exhaust and bodyventilation systems checkedwhenever:

the vehicle is raised for service the sound of the exhaust system

changes

the vehicle has been damaged ina collision

Improve vehicle ventilation bykeeping all air inlet vents clear ofsnow, leaves, and other debris.

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If the engine is idling while thevehicle is stopped in an open areafor long periods of time, open thewindows at least 2.5 cm (1 in).Adjust the heating or airconditioning (if equipped) to bringin fresh air.

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BRAKES

Power-assisted brakesApply the brake pedal gradually toavoid locking up the wheels. Thebrakes will adjust automatically asthe brake pads or linings weardown.

Utilize these strategies formaximum braking performance:

If driving down a long or steephill, shift to a lower gear and donot apply the brakescontinuously. Continuouslyapplying the brakes on a hillcould overheat them and makethem less effective.

Occasional brake squeal duringlight to moderate stops isnormal. Significantly increasedsqueal is an indicator that brakeservice is needed.

Apply the brakes gently severaltimes after driving throughstanding water or washing yourvehicle to dry them.

Anti-lock brake system (ABS)Apply ABS brakes steadily. Do notpump the brakes in a panic stop.The brake system will preventwheel lockup by automaticallyreleasing and reapplying thebrakes.

Even with ABS, the brakes couldlock up on roads with alternatingslippery and dry patches or withloose surfaces such as snow orgravel. Be careful when braking.

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The ABS brake system conducts aself-test each time the vehicle isdriven. A mechanical noise may beheard while the system conductsits self-test.

ABS warning lightThe ABS light in the instrumentcluster illuminates and remainsilluminated if an ABS fault isdetected. Have your vehicleserviced by a qualified servicetechnician as soon as possible.

Normal braking operation is stilleffective unless the P !BRAKE light isalso illuminated.

Parking brakeThe parking brake should be usedwhenever the vehicle is parked.

To set the parking brake:

The parking brake is not designedto stop a moving vehicle. However,if the normal brakes fail, theparking brake can be set to stopthe vehicle. The vehicles stoppingdistance will increase greatly andvehicle steering response will belimited.

When the ignition is turned to ON,the P !BRAKE light in the instrumentcluster illuminates and remainsilluminated until the parking brakeis released.

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If the parking brake is fullyreleased but the

P !BRAKE warning light remains on,have the brakes checkedimmediately. They may not beworking properly.

Always set the parkingbrake fully and make sure

that the gearshift is securelylatched in P (automatictransaxle) or first gear (manualtransaxle).

To release the parking brake:

While pressing the releasebutton, pull the handle upwardto release the brake.

Push handle downward to theoff position.

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TRANSAXLES

AutomaticThe normal driving position for theautomatic transaxle is the

D position.

To move the automatic transaxlegearshift:

P Park

R Reverse

N NeutralD Overdrive: the normal

driving position for best fueleconomy

D Drive: more engine brakingthan D

L Low: more engine brakingthan D at speeds up to 60 km/h(38 mph)

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Hold the brake the pedaldown while you move the

gearshift lever from position toposition. If you do not hold thebrake pedal down, your vehiclemay move unexpectedly andcause injury.

Moving a locked gearshiftAutomatic transaxle vehicles areequipped with a shift-lock safetyfeature that prevents the gearshiftfrom being moved out of P withoutthe brake pedal depressed.

If you cannot move the gearshiftout of P with the brake pedaldepressed:

1. Continue depressing the brakepedal, and remove the shift-lockoverride cap with a 2.5 cm (1inch) or longer screwdriver.

2. Insert the screwdriver into theshift-lock override opening andpush down.

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3. Push and hold the thumbbutton.

4. Move the gearshift.

If it is necessary to use the aboveprocedure to move the gearshift, itis possible that a fuse has blownand the vehicles brakelamps maynot be operating properly. Formore information on fuses and fusereplacement, refer to Fuses andrelays in the Roadsideemergencies chapter.

Do not drive your vehicleuntil you verify that the

brakelamps are working.

If an automatic transaxle vehiclegets stuck in mud or snow it maybe rocked out of the spot. To rockthe vehicle out, shift betweenforward and reverse gears in asteady rhythm. Press lightly on theaccelerator in each gear. Do notrock the vehicle for more than afew minutes; this could damagethe vehicle.

Do not spin the wheels atover 55 km/h (35 mph).

The tires may fail and injure apassenger or bystander.

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ManualTo move the manual transaxlegearshift:

Depress the brake pedal andthen the clutch.

Move the gearshift to theselected gear.

Always come to a complete stopbefore shifting into R. Shiftthrough the neutral position (inthe center) before moving thegearshift into R. If R is notengaged, move the gearshift leverback to the neutral position,release the clutch, and try again.

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UpshiftingFor normal acceleration:Upshift from... At the following speed:

1 to 2 22 km/h (14 mph)

2 to 3 40 km/h (25 mph)

3 to 4 58 km/h (36 mph)

4 to 5 72 km/h (45 mph)

For cruising:Upshift from... At the following speed:

1 to 2 18 km/h (11 mph)

2 to 3 35 km/h (22 mph)

3 to 4 51 km/h (32 mph)

4 to 5 66 km/h (41 mph)

Upshift light (if equipped)The light in the instrumentcluster illuminates to indicatewhen to shift for the best fueleconomy. The vehicle will not beharmed if the transaxle is notshifted when the light illuminates,but the vehicle will use more fuel.

The light can be ignored whenyou are:

downshifting driving on steep hills using the engine to brake the

vehicle

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To maximize gearshiftperformance:

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Do not drive with your footresting on the clutch pedal and donot use the clutch pedal to holdthe vehicle at a standstill. Theseactions will reduce clutch life.

Downshift on steep hills toreduce the vehicles chances ofstalling and to preventunnecessary brake wear.

LOADING YOUR VEHICLEBefore loading a vehicle, familiarizeyourself with these terms:

Base curb weight weight ofthe vehicle including anystandard equipment, fluids,lubricants, etc. It does notinclude passengers oraftermarket equipment.

Payload combined maximumallowable weight of cargo,passengers and optionalequipment.

GVW (Gross vehicle weight) base curb weight plus thepayload weight (includingpassengers, cargo and optionalequipment). Remember, theGVW is not a limit or aspecification.

GVWR (Gross vehicle weightrating) maximum totalweight of the base vehicle,passengers, optional equipment,and cargo. The GVWR is specificto each vehicle and is listed onthe Safety ComplianceCertification Label on thedrivers door pillar.

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GAWR (Gross axle weightrating) carrying capacity foreach axle system (front andrear). This amount is specific toeach vehicle and is listed on theSafety Compliance CertificationLabel on the drivers door pillar.

Payload = Gross vehicle weightrating - Base curb weight

To obtain correct weights, trytaking your vehicle to a shippingcompany or an inspection stationfor trucks.

Do not use replacement tires withlower weight capacities than theoriginals because they may lowerthe vehicles GVWR and GAWRlimitations. (Replacement tireswith a higher weight limit than theoriginals do not increase theGVWR and GAWR limitations.)

If the GVWR or the GAWRspecified on the Safety

Compliance Certification Label isexceeded, your vehicle may bedamaged or you may lose controland cause injury.

Trailer towingYour vehicle is capable of towing atrailer up to 454 kg (1000 lb) grosstrailer weight with a maximumtongue load of 45 kg (100 lb). Thetrailer should have 18.6 m2 (20 ft2)or less frontal area.

Do not exceed the maximum loadsstated on the Safety ComplianceCertification Label. For load

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specification terms found on thelabel, refer to Loading yourvehicle in this chapter. Rememberto figure in the tongue load of yourloaded trailer when figuring thetotal weight.

Towing trailers beyond themaximum recommended

gross trailer weight exceeds thelimits of the vehicle and couldresult in engine damage,transaxle/axle damage, structuraldamage, loss of control, andpersonal injury.

Preparing to towUse the proper equipment fortowing a trailer and make sure it isproperly attached to your vehicle.See your dealer or a reliable trailerdealer if you require assistance.

Auxiliary coolers are recommendedfor the power steering system andautomatic transaxle system (ifequipped ) if you are planning on:

traveling farther than 80 km (50miles).

towing in hilly terrain. towing frequently.Using a hitchDo not use hitches that clamp ontothe vehicle bumper. Use a loadcarrying hitch.

Distribute the load so that only 10to 15% of the total weight of thetrailer is on the tongue. Tie downthe load so that it does not shift

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and change the weight on thehitch.

Using trailer brakesUse electric brakes or manual,automatic, or surge-type hydraulicbrakes that meet federal and localregulations. Install and adjust thebrakes according to themanufacturers instructions.

Do not connect a trailershydraulic brake system

directly to your vehicles brakesystem. Your vehicle may nothave enough braking power andyour chances of having acollision greatly increase.

Using safety chainsAlways connect the trailers safetychains to the vehicle. To connectthe chains, cross the chains underthe trailer tongue and attach to thevehicle frame or hook retainers(not the bumper). Make sure thereis enough slack to allow the vehicleto turn corners.

Using trailer lampsSee your local trailer dealer orrental agency for the properinstructions and equipment forhooking up trailer lamps.

Do not hook the trailer lightsdirectly into the vehicles lightingsystem wiring. If the trailer lampsare not installed properly, thewarning lights in the instrumentcluster may not work properly.

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Driving while towing a trailerDo not drive faster than 88 km/h(55 mph) while towing a 454 kg(1000 lb) trailer. Do not drivefaster than 72 km/h (45 mph) withany weight trailer while towing inhilly country or on hot days.

Speed control (if equipped) maynot work properly while towing onvery long, steep grades.

If driving with an automatictransaxle:

use D or L rather thanD while towing up or down

steep hills.

anticipate stops and brakegradually.

If driving with a manual transaxle:

select a gear that avoids jerkingor excessive engine speed.

avoid driving excessively in firstor second gear. In first orsecond gear the trailer may betoo big or too heavily loaded forthe vehicle drivetrain.

shift to a lower gear whiletowing up or down steep hills.

anticipate stops and brakegradually.

Servicing while towingIf you tow a trailer for longdistances, your vehicle requiresmore frequent service than avehicle not used for towing. Referto the Service Guide for moreinformation.

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Towing behind a recreationalvehicle (RV)Do not tow your vehicle behindanother vehicle, such as an RV,unless front wheel dollies are used.

Luggage rack (if equipped)Load luggage as far back as it willsafely go on the rack withoutcausing the vehicle to exceed thegross vehicle weight rating(GVWR) or gross axle weightrating (GAWR).

FUEL CONSUMPTIONFuel economy can be improved byavoiding:

lack of regular, scheduledmaintenance

excessive speed rapid acceleration driving with the brake pedal

depressed

sudden stops extended engine idling use of speed control in hilly

terrain

extended use of the airconditioner, defroster, rearwindow defroster and otheraccessories

underinflated tires heavy loads aftermarket add-ons such as

bike, ski or luggage racks, bugdeflectors, etc.

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USING THE HAZARD SWITCHUse the hazard flashers to warntraffic of vehicle problems:

Slide the hazard switch to theright to activate the hazardflashers.

Slide the hazard switch to theleft to deactivate thecontinuously blinking flashers.

RESETTING THE FUEL PUMPSHUT-OFF SWITCHThe fuel pump shut-off switchstops the fuel pump when thevehicle has been involved in acollision or major jolt. If thevehicle does not start, it is possiblethat the fuel pump shut-off switchneeds to be reset.

If you see or smell fuel, donot reset the switch or try

to start your vehicle. Have allpassengers get out of the vehicleand call the local fire departmentor a towing service.

To reset the fuel pump, press thebutton on the switch. The switch islocated immediately below the holein the trunk side trim.

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FUSES AND RELAYSIf electrical components in thevehicle are not working, a fusemay have blown. Blown fuses areidentified by a broken wire. Checkthe appropriate fuses beforereplacing any electricalcomponents.

Use the fuse puller tool providedon the passenger compartmentfuse panel cover to replace fuses.

Always replace a fuse withone that has the specified

amperage rating. Using a fusewith a higher amperage ratingcan cause severe wire damageand could start a fire.

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Even after a fuse is replaced, itwill continue to blow if the causeof the overload is not identifiedand corrected. If a fuse continuesto blow, have the vehicleselectrical system checked.

The (POWER WIND) 30A on theinstrument panel fuse panel coverrepresents a cir

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