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Lincoln Electric 2010 MKZ manuale d’uso

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    Introduction 4 Instrument Cluster 12 W arning lights and chimes 12 Gauges 17 Message center 18 Entertainment Systems 29 AM/FM stereo with CDX6/MP3 29 Auxiliary input jack (Line in) 37 USB port 38 Satellite radio information 40 Navigation system 44 SYNC 威 44 Climate Controls 45 Dual automatic temperature control 45 Navigation system based climate [...]

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    Locks and Security 88 Keys 88 Locks 90 Anti-theft system 103 Seating and Safety Restraints 109 Seating 109 Safety restraints 123 Airbags 137 Child restraints 152 Tires, Wheels and Loading 171 T ire information 171 T ire inflation 173 T ire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 186 V ehicle loading 191 T railer towing 196 Recreational towing 196 Driving[...]

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    Customer Assistance 256 Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 262 Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 262 Cleaning 263 Maintenance and Specifications 270 Engine compartment 272 Engine oil 274 Battery 278 Engine coolant 280 Fuel information 286 Air filter(s) 300 Part numbers 301 Maintenance product specifications and capacities 302 Engine data 305[...]

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    CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Lincoln. 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 followi[...]

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    SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION W arning 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. W arning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, i[...]

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    PERCHLORATE MATERIAL Certain components of this vehicle such as airbag modules, seat belt pretensioners, and button cell batteries may contain Perchlorate Material – Special handling may apply for service or vehicle end of life disposal. See www .dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate. BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE Y our vehicle does not need an exten[...]

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    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 ser[...]

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    T o 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[...]

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    Export unique (Non–United States/Canada) vehicle specific information For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped with features and options that are different from the features and options that are described in this Owner’ s Guide. A market unique supplement may be supplied that complements this book. By referring to the mar[...]

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    These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. V ehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’ s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat T ether Anchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based Parking Aid System Stability Control System[...]

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    V ehicle Symbol Glossary Power W indows Front/Rear Power W indow Lockout Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Interior Luggage Compartment Release Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant T emperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery A void Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan W arning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Flu[...]

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    W ARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES W arning 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 [...]

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    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 he[...]

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    Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when the ignition is turned on, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer . A chime will sound if there is a malfunction in the indicator light. Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder 威 chime will also sound to re[...]

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    AdvanceT rac 威 /T raction Control™: Illuminates when the AdvanceT rac 威 /T raction Control™ is active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately , refer to the Driving chapter for more information. AdvanceT rac 威 /T raction Control™ off light: Illuminates when the AdvanceT rac 威 /T raction Control™ has been disab[...]

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    Throttle Control/T ransmission (R TT): Illuminates in the message center display when a powertrain or a A WD fault has been detected. Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Door ajar (R TT): Illuminates in the message center display when the ignition is in the run position and any door is open. T runk ajar (R TT): Illuminates in the me[...]

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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 e[...]

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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 Specificatio[...]

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    display features on the message center for a display of status. The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings followed by a long indicator chime. Selectable features Reset Press this control to select and reset functions shown in the INFO menu and SETUP menu. Info menu Pressing this control displays[...]

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    the same as the average fuel economy display . The running average fuel economy is re-initialized to a factory default value if the battery is disconnected. Average fuel economy (AFE) Select this function from the INFO menu to display your average fuel economy in miles/gallon or liters/100 km. If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing [...]

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    Trip elapsed drive time Select this function from the INFO menu to display a timer . T o operate the T rip Elapsed Drive T ime perform the following: 1. Press and release RESET in order to start the timer . 2. Press and release RESET to pause the timer . 3. Press and hold RESET for two seconds in order to reset the timer . Setup menu Press this con[...]

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    The sequence of the system check report is as follows: 1. XXX% OIL LIFE 2. ALL DOORS CLOSED 3. TRUNK CLOSED 4. BLIND SPOT SYSTEM (if equipped) 5. CROSS TRAFFIC SYSTEM (if equipped) 6. BRAKE SYSTEM 7. FUEL LEVEL Oil Life XXX% An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center and according to the recommended maintenance schedule. USE[...]

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    Units (English/Metric) 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current units to be displayed. 2. Press the RESET control to change from English to Metric. Autolamp delay This feature keeps your headlights on for up to three minutes after the ignition is switched off. 1. T o disable/enable the autolamp delay feature, select this function[...]

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    Blind spot system (if equipped) The blind spot information system is designed to assist the driver by monitoring the side areas on both sides of the vehicle. 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu to disable the system. 2. Press RESET to turn blind spot off or on. Cross traffic alert system (if equipped) The cross traffic alert system is desig[...]

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    Language 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current language to be displayed. 2. W aiting four seconds or pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the language choices. Selectable languages are English, Spanish, or French. 3. Press and hold the RESET control for two seconds to set the language choice. Sy[...]

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    W arnings that return after the ignition key is turned from off to on: DRIVER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the driver’ s door is not completely closed. P ASSENGER DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the passenger side door is not completely closed. REAR LEFT DOOR AJAR — Displayed when the rear left door is not completely closed. REAR RIGHT DOOR AJAR ?[...]

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    REMOVE OBJECTS NEAR P ASS SEA T — Displayed when objects are by the passenger seat. After the objects are moved away from the seat, if the warning stays on or continues to come on, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. OIL LIFE CHANGE SOON — Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 10% or less. When oil life left is between[...]

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    TO STOP ALARM ST AR T VEHICLE — Displayed when the perimeter alarm system is armed and the vehicle is entered using the key on the driver’ s side door . In order to prevent the perimeter alarm system from triggering, the ignition must be turned to Start before the 12 second chime expires. See Perimeter alarm system in the Locks and security cha[...]

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    AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM in-dash CD6/MP3 satellite compatible Lincoln premium sound/THX audio system W ARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury . Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’ s primary responsibility[...]

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    Setting the clock CLOCK: Press to set the clock. The display will read SET TIME. Use the memory preset numbers (0–9) to enter in the desired time– hours and minutes. The clock will then begin from that time. AM/FM Radio / VOL (Power/V olume): Press to turn the radio on/off. T urn the knob to increase/decrease volume. If the volume is set above [...]

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    T o activate: Press MENU repeatedly until RDS (ON/OFF) appears in the display . Use SEEK to toggle RDS ON/OFF . When RDS is OFF , you will not be able to search for RDS equipped stations or view the station name or type. CA T/FLD (Category/Folder): This feature allows you to select from various music categories. T o change RDS categories: Press MEN[...]

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    (EJECT): Press and select the desired CD slot by pressing the corresponding memory preset #. The display will read EJECTING #. When the system has ejected the CD, the display will read REMOVE CD #. If you do not remove the CD the system will reload the disc. T o auto eject all loaded discs– Press and hold . The system will eject all discs and pro[...]

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    Satellite Radio Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radio subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability . SIRIUS: Press repeatedly to access satellite radio mode, if equipped. Press repeatedly to cycle through SA T1, SA T2 and SA T3 modes. TUNE: T urn to go to the next / previous available SIRIUS satellite stati[...]

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    Note: Separate categories can be set for SA T1, SA T2 or SA T3. Refer to Satellite radio menu for further information on selecting a satellite radio category . SA TELLITE RADIO MENU: Press MENU when satellite radio mode is active to access. Press OK to enter into the satellite radio menu. Press SEEK to cycle through the following options: • CA TE[...]

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    c. DELETE ALL SONGS: Press OK to delete all song’ s from the system’ s memory . The display will read ARE YOU SURE ? Press OK to confirm deletion of all saved songs and the display will read ALL DELETED. Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS. d. DISABLE ALER TS/ENABLE ALER TS: Press OK to enable/disable the[...]

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    TREBLE: Press SEEK to adjust the level of treble. BALANCE: Press SEEK to adjust the audio between the left (L) and right (R) speakers. F ADE: Press SEEK to adjust the audio between the back (B) and front (F) speakers. SPEED COMPENSA TED VOLUME: With this feature on, radio volume automatically gets louder with increasing vehicle speed to compensate [...]

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    Auxiliary input jack (Line in) W ARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury . Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The driver’ s primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle. Only use cell phones and[...]

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    5. T urn the portable music player on and adjust the volume to 1/2 the volume. 6. Press AUX on the vehicle radio repeatedly until LINE, LINE IN or SYNC LINE IN appears in the display . Y ou should hear audio from your portable music player , although it may be low . 7. Adjust the sound on your portable music player until it reaches the level of the[...]

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    Y our vehicle is equipped with a USB port inside your center console. This feature allows you to plug in media playing devices, memory sticks, and also to charge devices if they support this feature. For further information on this feature, refer to Accessing and using your USB port in the SYNC supplement or Navigation system supplement. GENERAL AU[...]

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    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. Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time. • Clean using a circular motion. CD units are designed to p[...]

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    • T errain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freeway overpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. • Station overload: When you pass a ground based broadcast repeating tower , a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result in an audio mute. Unlike AM/FM audible st[...]

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    Radio Display Condition Action Required ACQUIRING Radio requires more than two seconds to produce audio for the selected channel. No action required. This message should disappear shortly . SA T F AUL T Internal module or system failure present. If this message does not clear within a short period of time, or with an ignition key cycle, your receiv[...]

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    Radio Display Condition Action Required NO TEXT Category information not available. Category information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly . NO SIGNAL Loss of signal from the SIRIUS satellite or SIRIUS tower to the vehicle antenna. Y ou are in a location that is blocking the SIRIUS signal (i.e., tunnel, unde[...]

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    NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Y our vehicle may be equipped with a navigation system. Refer to the Navigation system supplement for further information. SYNC Y our vehicle is equipped with SYNC, a hands-free communications and entertainment system with special phone and media features. For more information, please refer to the SYNC supplement or [...]

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    DUAL AUTOMATIC T EMPERATURE CONTROL (DA TC) SYSTEM WITH HEATED AND COOLED SEATS T emperature conversion: T o switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter . 1. + Fan speed control: Press to increase the fan speed. 2. Defrost: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and de-mis[...]

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    • : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents, floor vents, rear seat floor vents and de-mister vents. • : Distributes air through the floor vents and rear seat floor vents. 4. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency . A/C engages automatically in MAX A[...]

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    11. Driver cooled seat: Press to control the driver cooled seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information. 12. Driver heated seat: Press to control the driver heated seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information. 13. Power/Driver tem[...]

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    DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC T EMPERATURE CONTROL WITH HEATED AND COOLED SEATS (NAVIGATION BASED – IF EQUIPPED) T emperature conversion: T o switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter . 1. CLIMA TE: Press to control the climate control system through the touch display screen. See T ouchscreen functions[...]

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    5. Passenger heated seat: Press to control the passenger heated seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information. 6. Passenger cooled seat: Press to control the passenger cooled seat. Refer to Heated and cooled seats in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter for more information. 7. Recircu[...]

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    of fog and thin ice. The system will automatically provide outside air to reduce window fogging. Press this button again to return to the previous air flow selection. T o return to full automatic mode, press AUTO. T OUCHSCREEN FUNCTIONS T emperature conversion: T o switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius, refer to Message center in the Instrument Clu[...]

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    V OICE COMMANDS IN CLIMATE MODE Please refer to the V oice commands in climate mode section of the Navigation supplement for more information on using voice commands with the climate control system. Operating tips • T o reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather , select (defrost). • T o reduce humidity build up inside the vehic[...]

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    T o 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 speed to the highest setting. 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. T o increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middl[...]

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    HEADLAMP CONTROL T urns the lamps off. T urns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps. T urns the low beam headlamps on. Adaptive headlamps (if equipped) The headlamp beams move in the same direction as the steering wheel to provide more visibility when driving around curves. Note: The system has a power -up[...]

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    Autolamps - Programmable exit delay Programmable exit delay allows the length of the autolamp exit delay to be changed. T o program the auto lamp exit time delay: 1. Start with the ignition in the off position and the headlamp control in the autolamp position. 2. T urn the headlamp control to off. 3. T urn the ignition switch to on and then back to[...]

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    W ARNING: Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather . The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision. High beams Push the lever towar[...]

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    • Press and hold the top or bottom of the control until the desired lighting level is reached. • Press and hold the top of the control to the full on position to activate the “dome on” feature. This will turn on the interior courtesy lights. The lights will remain on until the bottom of the control is pressed. Note: If the battery is discon[...]

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    4. On the wall or screen you will observe an area of high intensity light. The top of the high intensity area should touch the horizontal reference line, if not, the beam will need to be adjusted using the next step. 5. Locate the vertical adjuster on each headlamp. Using a Phillips #2 screwdriver , turn the adjuster either clockwise (to adjust dow[...]

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    INTERIOR LAMPS Dome lamps and map lamps The map lamps are located on the overhead console. Press the controls to turn on the lamps. Y our vehicle may also have reading lamps within the rear dome lamp(s). Press the switches on either side of the dome lamp to turn on the lamps. Ambient lighting (if equipped) Illuminates footwells, storage bins and cu[...]

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    W elcome and farewell lighting are included in the Lincoln white signature color . The transition from signature color to ambient occurs when the key is placed in the ignition and all doors are closed. Farewell lighting occurs when the key is removed from the ignition and the driver door is opened. Note: The ambient color will stay on until after t[...]

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    Function Number of bulbs T rade number * Headlamp high beam 2 H7 * Headlamp low beam 2 H11LL (D3S [HID] optional) * Front park/turn signal lamp 2 3457AK (amber) * Front redundant park lamp 4 168 NA * Rear sidemarker lamp N/A LED * Stop/tail lamp N/A LED Rear turn signal lamp 2 HPC24A * Redundant tail lamp N/A LED Backup lamp 2 921 License plate lam[...]

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    Replacing headlamp bulbs High beam/low beam bulb replacement For driver side replacement of the high beam/low beam bulbs, do the following: 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position, then open the hood. 2. Reach over the front bolster and remove the rubber bulb access cover from the headlamp housing. 3. Remove the bulb socket by rotat[...]

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    4. Rotate the headlamp bulb counterclockwise and remove the headlamp bulb. 5. Disconnect the electrical connector . Replacing HID headlamp bulbs (if equipped) The low beam headlamps on your vehicle use a “high intensity discharge” source. These lamps operate at a high voltage. When the bulb is burned out, the bulb and starter capsule assembly m[...]

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    3. Remove the bulb socket by rotating it counterclockwise, then pull it out of the lamp assembly . 4. Carefully pull bulb straight out of the socket 5. Install the new bulb socket into the lamp assembly by aligning the indexing fingers, then rotate clockwise to the locked position. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Lights 63[...]

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    Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulb For driver side replacement of the front parking lamp/turn signal bulb, do the following: W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. 1. Release the clamps (2) that s[...]

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    For passenger side replacement of the front park/turn signal bulb, see your authorized dealer . Replacing stop/tail/turn and side marker bulbs Y our vehicle is equipped with a rear lamp that has a stop/tail/turn and side marker lamp module containing integral multiple light emitting diodes (LED). If one or more LEDs burn out, the complete lamp modu[...]

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    Replacing backup lamp/redundant tail lamp The backup lamp and redundant tail lamps are located in the trunk lid. Follow the same steps to replace either lamp. 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position and open trunk to access the lamp assembly . 2. Position the decklid trim aside by removing 3 to 4 pin-type retainers to expose the lam[...]

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    Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position. 2. Remove the screws from the license plate lamp assembly . 3. Remove bulb socket by turning it counterclockwise. 4. Carefully pull the bulb out from the socket. Install new bulb(s) in reverse order . Replacing fog lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the fog lamp switch[...]

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    MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER W indshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers; rotate toward you to decrease the speed of the wipers. Rain sensing wipers (if equipped): The rain sensing wipers will automatically activate when moisture is present on the windshield and the control is set to one of five auto/i[...]

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    Windshield wiper rainlamp feature When the windshield wipers are turned on during daylight, and the headlamp control is in the autolamp position, the exterior lamps will turn on after a brief delay and will remain on until the wipers are turned off. TILT/T ELESCOPE STEERING WHEEL T o adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull the lever down to unlock the s[...]

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    Slide on rod feature Rotate the visor towards the side window and extend it rearward for additional sunlight coverage. Note: T o stow the visor back into the headliner , visor must be retracted before moving it back towards the windshield. OVERHEAD CONSOLE The appearance of your vehicle’ s overhead console will vary according to your option packa[...]

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    degrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as the vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate this error . Refer to Compass calibration adjustment. Compass zone adjustment 1. Determine which magnetic zone you are in for your geographic location by referring to the zone map. 2. T urn ignition to the on positi[...]

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    2. T o calibrate, press and hold the 7 and 9 radio preset buttons together for approximately 10 seconds until CAL appears. Release the buttons. 3. Slowly drive the vehicle in a circle (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) until the CAL display changes to the direction value (N, S, E, W , etc.). It may take up to five circles to complete calibration. 4. The co[...]

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    The auxiliary power point is located in the center console utility compartment. Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if equipped). T o prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s) over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC/180W . If the power point or cigar lighter socket is not working, a fuse may ha[...]

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    W ARNING: When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings. Press and pull the switches to open and close windows. • Push down (to the first detent) and hold the switch to open. • Pull up (to the first detent) and hold the switch [...]

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    Press and hold for more than two seconds in order to begin opening the two front windows and (if equipped) vent the moon roof. • The control can then be released and the windows will complete the opening operation and fully vent the moon roof. • If any other remote entry transmitter control is pressed during the opening operation, both windows [...]

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    INTERIOR MIRROR The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support arm which lets you adjust the mirror UP or DOWN and from SIDE to SIDE. W ARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion. Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror Y our vehicle is equipped with an interior rear view mirror and a driver’ s side ext[...]

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    T o adjust your mirrors: 1. Rotate the control clockwise to adjust the right mirror and rotate the control counterclockwise to adjust the left mirror . 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror . 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. Memory feature The power side view mirror positions are saved when doing[...]

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    Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and release it. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 3. Press the SET + or SET - control and release it. 4. T ake your foot off the accelerator pedal. 5. The indicator light on the instrument cluster will tu[...]

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    Resuming a set speed Press the RESUME control and release it. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. Increasing speed while using speed control There are two ways to set a higher speed: • Press and hold the SET + control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. Y ou can also use the SET + cont[...]

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    Turning of f speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal. This will not erase your vehicle’ s previously set speed. • Press the speed control OFF control. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speed control set speed memory is erased. STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS Radio control[...]

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    In any mode: • Press VOL + or VOL - to adjust the volume. SYNC system hands free control features Press briefly to use the voice command feature. Y ou will hear a tone and LISTENING will appear in the radio display . Press and hold to exit voice command. Press to activate phone mode or answer a phone call. Press VOL + or − to adjust volume. Pre[...]

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    For further information on the Navigation system/SYNC system, refer to the Navigation and SYNC supplements. MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) Y ou can move the glass panel of the moon roof back to open or tilt up (from the closed position) to ventilate the vehicle. W ARNING: Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave children unattended in the vehi[...]

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    is released to the neutral position, then held in the one-touch position within two seconds after the moon roof reaches the bounce-back position, the moon roof will travel with no bounce-back protection. If the control is released before the moon roof reaches fully closed or the ignition is turned off (without accessory delay being active), the moo[...]

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    Do not use the HomeLink 威 W ireless Control System with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U.S. federal safety standards (this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1, 1982). A garage door which cannot detect an object, signaling the door to stop and reverse, does not meet c[...]

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    • If the indicator light stays on constantly , programming is complete and your device should activate when the HomeLink 威 button is pressed and released. • If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a constant light continue with “Programming” Steps 4 through 6 to complete programming of a rolling code equipp[...]

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    • Continue to press and hold the HomeLink 威 button (note Step 2 in the Programming section) while you press and release — every two seconds (“cycle”) your hand-held transmitter until the frequency signal has been accepted by the HomeLink 威 . The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink 威 accepts the radio freq[...]

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    Reprogramming a single HomeLink 姞 button T o program a device to HomeLink 威 using a HomeLink 威 button previously trained, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink 威 button. Do NOT release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. W ithout releasing the HomeLink 威 button, follow Step 1 in th[...]

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    KEYS Y our vehicle is equipped with two Integrated Keyhead T ransmitters (IKT s). The IKT functions as both a programmed ignition key that operates all the locks and starts the vehicle, and a remote entry transmitter . Y our IKT s are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed key will not permit your vehicle to start. If you lose your auth[...]

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    Recommended handling of the Integrated Keyhead T ransmitter (IKT) T o avoid inadvertently activating the remote entry functions of your vehicle, it is recommended that the Integrated Keyhead T ransmitter (IKT) be handled properly when starting and turning off your vehicle. When inserting the IKT into the ignition cylinder , place your thumb on the [...]

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    POWER DOOR LOCKS • Press the control to unlock all doors. • Press the control to lock all doors. Smart locks This feature attempts to help prevent you from locking yourself out of the vehicle if your key is still in the ignition. When you open one of the front doors and you lock the vehicle with the power door lock control (on the driver or pas[...]

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    Deactivating/activating autolock feature Y our vehicle comes with the autolock features activated; there are four methods to enable/disable this feature: • Through your authorized dealer , • by using a power door unlock/lock sequence, or • using a keypad procedure. • by using the instrument cluster message center . Refer to Message center i[...]

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    Keyless entry keypad procedure 1. T urn the ignition to the off position. 2. Close all the doors. 3. Enter factory–set 5–digit entry code. 4. Press and hold the 3 • 4. While holding the 3 • 4p r e s st h e7 • 8. 5. Release the 7 • 8. 6. Release the 3 • 4. The user should receive a horn chirp to indicate the system has been disabled or[...]

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    Power door unlock/lock procedure Before starting, ensure the ignition is in the off position and all vehicle doors are closed. Y ou must complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again. 1. Place the key in the ignition and tu[...]

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    CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS • When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside. • The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked. The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door . Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lo[...]

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    T o open the luggage compartment door (lid) from within the luggage compartment, pull the illuminated “T” shaped handle and push up on the trunk lid. The handle is composed of a material that will glow for hours in darkness following brief exposure to ambient light. The “T” shaped handle will be located either on the luggage compartment doo[...]

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    REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM The Integrated Keyhead T ransmitter (IKT) complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired[...]

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    2. Press and release again within five seconds to unlock all the doors. The remote entry system activates the illuminated entry feature; this feature turns on the lamps for 25 seconds or until the ignition is turned to the on position. The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on using the dimmer control or • any door is o[...]

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    Note: The panic alarm will only operate when the ignition is in the off position. Opening the trunk Press twice within three seconds to open the trunk. • Ensure that the trunk is closed and latched before driving your vehicle. Failure to properly latch the trunk may cause objects to fall out or block the driver’ s rear view . Memory feature The[...]

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    3. A tone will be heard when the deactivation is complete. 4. Repeat this procedure for another transmitter if desired. Replacing the battery The Integrated Keyhead T ransmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. T o replace the battery: 1. T wist a thin coin in the slot of the IKT near the key ring in order to remo[...]

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    system section of this chapter . Note: At least two IKT s are required to perform this procedure yourself. Illuminated entry The interior lamps and puddle lamps (if equipped) illuminate when the Integrated Keyhead T ransmitter or the keyless entry system keypad is used to unlock the door(s). The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior l[...]

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    the ignition is in the 1 (off) position and all vehicle doors are closed. Y ou must complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, wait a minimum of 30 seconds before beginning again. 1. Place the key in the ignition and turn the ignition to the 3 (on) position. 2. Press the [...]

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    • The battery saver will shut off the headlamps 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the 1 (off) position. SECURICODE™ KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM Y ou can use the keyless entry keypad to: • lock or unlock the doors without using a key . • open the trunk. • recall memory seat/power mirrors positions (if equipped). The keypad can be o[...]

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    Erasing personal code 1. Enter the factory set 5–digit code. 2. W ithin five seconds, press the 1 • 2 on the keypad and release. 3. Press and hold the 1 • 2 for two seconds. This must be done within five seconds of completing Step 2. All personal codes are now erased and only the factory set 5–digit code will work. Anti-scan feature If the [...]

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    Y our vehicle comes with two coded Integrated Keyhead T ransmitters; additional coded IKT s may be purchased from your authorized dealer . Standard SecuriLock™ keys without remote entry transmitter functionality can also be purchased from your authorized dealer if desired. The authorized dealer can program your spare IKT s to your vehicle or you [...]

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    Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the off position. The theft indicator will flash every two seconds to act as a theft deterrent when the vehicle is armed. Automatic disarming The vehicle is disarmed immediately after the ignition is turned to the on position. The theft indicator will illuminate for t[...]

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    T ips: • Only use Integrated Keyhead T ransmitters (IKT s) or standard SecuriLock™ keys. • Y ou must have two previously programmed coded keys (keys that already operate your vehicle’ s engine) and the new unprogrammed key(s) readily accessible. • If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must take your vehicle to you[...]

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    If the key was not successfully programmed, it will not start your vehicle’ s engine and/or will not operate the remote entry features. The theft indicator light may flash on and off. W ait 20 seconds and you may repeat Steps 1 through 8. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the new key(s) programmed. T o progr[...]

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    • Press the 7 • 8a n d9 • 0 controls on the keyless entry pad at the same time to lock the doors (driver’ s door must be closed). There is a 20 second countdown when any of the above actions occur before the vehicle becomes armed. Each door , the hood or the trunk is armed individually , and if any are open, they must be closed for the syst[...]

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    SEATING W ARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’ s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. W ARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. W ARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original position[...]

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    T o adjust the head restraint, do the following: 1. Adjust the seatback to an upright driving/riding position. 2. Raise the head restraint by pulling up on the head restraint. 3. Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide sleeve adjust/release button and pushing down on the head restraint. Properly adjust the head restraint so that [...]

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    T o remove the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Pull up the head restraint until it reaches the highest adjustment position. 2. Simultaneously press and hold both the adjust/release button and the unlock/remove button, then pull up on the head restraint. T o reinstall the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two[...]

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    W ARNING: T o minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, head restraints must be installed properly . Adjusting the front power seat W ARNING: Never adjust the driver’ s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. W ARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. W AR[...]

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    Move the switch in the direction of the arrows to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion. Move the switch in the direction of the arrows to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion. Press the switch in the direction of the arrows to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. Power recline Press the control to recline the [...]

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    Using the power lumbar support The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Press one side of the control to adjust firmness. Press the other side of the control to adjust softness. Memory seat and mirrors This system allows automatic positioning of the driver seat and mirrors to two programmable positions. The memory seat [...]

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    Heated and cooled seats Heated seats W ARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury , medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other physical conditions, must exercise care when using the seat heater . The seat heater may cause burns even at low temperatures, especiall[...]

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    • DA TC system • Navigation-based system The cooled seats will turn off after 30 minutes. If the engine falls below 350 RPMs while the cooled seats are on, the feature will turn itself off and will need to be reactivated. Climate controlled seats air filter replacement (if equipped) The climate controlled seat system includes air filters that m[...]

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    • Remove filter . T o install a filter: • First, position the filter in it’ s housing making sure that the far forward end is all the way up in the housing. Then push in on the center of the outside edge of the filter and rotate up into the housing until it clips into position. REAR SEATS Second-row adjustable head restraints Y our vehicle is[...]

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    The adjustable head restraints consist of: • a trimmed energy absorbing foam and structure (1), • two steel stems (2), • a guide sleeve adjust/release button (3), • and a guide sleeve with a pin hole for removing the head restraint (4). T o adjust the head restraint, do the following: 1. Raise the head restraint by pulling up on the head re[...]

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    2. Lower the head restraint by pressing and holding the guide sleeve adjust/release button and pushing down on the head restraint. Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head. For occupants of extremely tall stature, adjust th[...]

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    2. Insert and push a tool, such as a large paper clip, into the pin hole located on the side of the guide sleeve and press the adjust/release button, then pull the head restraint upward. 3. Store the head restraint in a secure location, such as the trunk of the vehicle. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restrain[...]

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    T o reinstall the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two stems into the guide sleeve collars. 2. Push the head restraint down until it locks. Properly adjust the head restraint so that the top of the head restraint is even with the top of your head and positioned as close as possible to the back of your head. For occupants o[...]

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    T o lower the seatback(s), pull the release handle(s) located inside the trunk. Fold the seatback(s) down. W ARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback. After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully [...]

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    Seat-mounted cup holders and armrest storage compartment T o access the cup holders, fold the armrest down. W ARNING: Use only soft cups in the cup holder . Hard objects can injure you in a collision. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System 姞 The Personal Safety System 威 provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front s[...]

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    How does the Personal Safety System 姞 work? The Personal Safety System 威 can adapt the deployment strategy of your vehicle’ s safety devices according to crash severity and occupant conditions. A collection of crash and occupant sensors provides information to the Restraints Control Module (RCM). During a crash, the RCM may activate the safet[...]

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    to the airbag when it begins to inflate. For some occupants, this occurs because they are initially sitting very close to the airbag. For other occupants, this occurs when the occupant is not properly restrained by safety belts or child safety seats and they move forward during pre-crash braking. The most effective way to reduce the risk of unneces[...]

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    Front safety belt energy management retractors The front outboard safety belt energy management retractors allow webbing to be pulled out of the retractor in a gradual and controlled manner in response to the occupant’ s forward momentum. This helps reduce the risk of force-related injuries to the occupant’ s chest by limiting the load on the o[...]

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    W ARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. W ARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver , should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided. W ARNING: [...]

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    Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. 2. T o unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. All restraints in the ve[...]

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    All safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. All of the passenger combination lap and shoulder belts have two types of locking modes described below: V ehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode, which allows free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle moveme[...]

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    • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode W ARNING: Ford Motor Company recommends that all passenger safety [...]

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    W ARNING: Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder . Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision. Safety belt pretensioner Y our vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver a[...]

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    Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’ s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the on position... The safety belt warning light illuminates 1-2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. The driver’ s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding.[...]

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    The Belt-Minder 威 feature uses two different warning chimes. During the first minute of activation, the warning chime will sound once every second. The remaining warning chimes will sound twice every second while the system is activated. If... Then... The driver’ s and front passenger’ s safety belts are buckled before the ignition switch is [...]

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    The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts (All statistics based on U.S. data): Reasons given... Consider ... “Crashes are rare events” 36700 crashes occur every day . The more we drive, the more we are exposed to “rare” events, even for good drivers. 1i n4o fu sw i l lb e seriously injured in a crash during our[...]

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    Reasons given... Consider ... “I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection when used with safety belts. Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and side crashes or rollovers. “I’d rather be thrown clear” Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 times more likely to DIE. Safety belts help prevent ejection, WE CAN?[...]

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    • The gearshift is in P (Park) • The ignition switch is in the off position • The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckled W ARNING: While the design allows you to deactivate your Belt-Minder 威 , this system is designed to improve your chances of being safely belted and surviving an accident. W e recommend you leave the Belt-Mi[...]

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    AIRBAG SUPPLEMENT AL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) The passenger airbag cover is a seamless design so that you cannot see the boundary around its door . The shaded area in the illustration represents the passenger airbag cover . W ARNING: Do not put anything on or over the airbag cover . Placing objects on or over the airbag cover may cause those objects [...]

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    W ARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver , should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided. W ARNING: When possible, all children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position. W ARNING: National Highway T raffic Safety Adminis[...]

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    Children and airbags Children must always be properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision. W ARNING: Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child [...]

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    The airbags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After airbag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder (to lubricate the bag) or sodium compounds (e.g., baking soda) that result from the combustion process that inflates the airbag. Small amo[...]

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    • a readiness light and tone • and the electrical wiring which connects the components • Side curtain airbag system. Refer to Side curtain airbag system later in this chapter . • Front passenger sensing system. Refer to Front passenger sensing system later in this chapter . • “Passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” indicator l[...]

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    The front passenger sensing system will turn off the passenger seat side airbag if: • the seat is empty and safety belt is unbuckled. • a child or a small person occupies the front passenger seat and the child or small person is unbuckled. The front passenger sensing system uses a ⬙ passenger airbag off ⬙ or ⬙ pass airbag off ⬙ indicato[...]

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    • Have the person sit upright in the seat, centered on the seat cushion, with the person’ s legs comfortably extended. • Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position for about two minutes. This will allow the system to detect that person and enable the passenger’ s frontal airbag. • If the indicator lamp remains lit eve[...]

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    Objects Pass Airbag Off Indicator Lamp Passenger Airbag Small (i.e. three-ring binder , small purse, bottled water) Unlit Disabled Medium (i.e. heavy briefcase, fully packed luggage) Lit Disabled Empty seat, or small to medium object with safety belt buckled Lit Disabled If you think that the status of the passenger airbag off indicator lamp is inc[...]

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    In case there is a problem with the front passenger sensing system, the airbag readiness light in the instrument cluster will stay lit. If the airbag readiness light is lit, do the following: The driver and/or adult passengers should check for any objects that may be lodged underneath the front passenger seat or cargo interfering with the seat. If [...]

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    A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following: • The readiness light (same light for front and side airbag system) will either flash or stay lit. • The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on. • A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeat periodically until[...]

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    automotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag T echnical W orking Group. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk of injuries related to the deployment of side airbags (including side air curtain systems). The side airbag system consists of the following: • An inflatable nylon bag (airbag) with a gas generator concealed behi[...]

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    W ARNING: If the side airbag has deployed, the airbag will not function again. The side airbag system (including the seat) must be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer . If the airbag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision. Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness ligh[...]

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    W ARNING: Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the side air curtain cover . W ARNING: Do not lean your head on the door . The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the seat. W ARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair , or modify the side air curtain system, its fuses, the A, B, or C pillar trim, or the headliner on a vehicl[...]

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    • The same warning light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags. • T wo crash sensors located under the outboard side of the front seats, attached near the floor . • T wo crash sensors located at the base of the “C” pillars above the wheel house. Side air curtains and side airbags, in combination with safety[...]

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    W ARNING: If the side air curtain has deployed, the air curtain will not function again. The side air curtain system (including the A, B and C pillar trim and headliner) must be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer . If the air curtain is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision. Determining if the[...]

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    The feature will continue to operate until the vehicle runs out of power . Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles (including pretensioners) Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Airbags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel. SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use [...]

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    Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, or age Recommended restraint type Infants or toddlers Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less (generally age four or younger) Use a child safety seat (sometimes called an infant carrier , convertible seat, or toddler seat). Small children Children who have outgrown or no[...]

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    Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children Restraint T ype Child W eight Use any attachment method as indicated below by “X” LA TCH (lower anchors and top tether anchor) LA TCH (lower anchors only) Safety belt and top tether anchor Safety belt and LA TCH (lower anchors and top tether anchor) Safety belt only Rear facing [...]

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    W ARNING: Always carefully follow the instructions and warnings provided by the manufacturer of any child restraint to determine if the restraint device is appropriate for your child’ s size, height, weight, or age. Follow the child restraint manufacturer’ s instructions and warnings provided for installation and use in conjunction with the ins[...]

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    training to ensure that all children ages 0 to 16 are properly restrained in the correct restraint system. Ford recommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety T echnician (CPST) and your pediatrician to make sure your seat is appropriate for your child and properly installed in the vehicle. T o locate a child seat fitting station[...]

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    Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in a rear seating position whenever possible. If all children cannot be seated and restrained properly in a rear seating position, properly restrain the largest child in the front seat. Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts If needed, when installing some high back [...]

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    T o reinstall the head restraint, line the posts up in the holes on the seat back with the head restraint strap facing the outside of the vehicle and push down until the head restraint locks into place. Lift gently to ensure it is locked into place. Refer to Rear adjustable head restraints earlier in this chapter for more information. W ARNING: If [...]

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    • Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety seat, with the tongue between the child seat and the release button, to help prevent accidental unbuckling. • Place vehicle seat back in upright position. • Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode. Refer to step 5 below . This vehicle does not require the use of a[...]

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    2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together . 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together , route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’ s instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the b[...]

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    5. T o put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is pulled out. 6. Allow the belt to retract to remove slack. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode. 7. T ry to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retract[...]

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    10. Before placing the child in the seat, forcibly move the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place. T o check this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward and back. There should be no more than 1 inch (2.5 cm) of movement for proper installation. 11. Ford recommends checking wit[...]

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    The LA TCH anchors are located at the rear section of the rear seat between the cushion and seat back, below the locator symbols on the seat back. Follow the child seat manufacturer’ s instructions to properly install a child seat with LA TCH attachments. Follow the instructions on attaching child safety seats with tether straps. Refer to Attachi[...]

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    W ARNING: The standardized spacing for LA TCH lower anchors is 280 mm (11 inches) center to center . Do not use LA TCH lower anchors for the center seating position unless the child seat manufacturer’ s instructions permit and specify using anchors spaced at least as far apart as those in this vehicle. If you install a child seat with rigid LA TC[...]

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    The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions (shown from top view): Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown. The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor . Once the child safety seat has been installed, using either the safety belt, the lo[...]

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    4. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown. If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly , the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision. 5. T ighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer’ s instructions. If the safety seat is not anchored properly , the risk of a child being injured [...]

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    When children should use booster seats Children need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow the toddler seat until they are big enough for the vehicle seat and lap/shoulder belt to fit properly . Generally this is when they reach a height of at least 4 feet 9 inches (1.45 meters) tall (around age eight to age twelve and between 40 lb (18 k[...]

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    T ypes of booster seats There are generally two types of belt-positioning booster seats: backless and high back. Always use booster seats in conjunction with the vehicle lap/shoulder belt. • Backless booster seats If your backless booster seat has a removable shield, remove the shield. If a vehicle seating position has a low seat back or no head [...]

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    Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster that keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across the stomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest and rest snugly near the center of the shoulder . The drawings below compare the ideal fit (center) to a shoulder belt uncomfortably close to [...]

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    The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child’ s head hitting a hard surface in a collision. For this reason, you should never use a booster seat with a lap belt only . It is generally best to use a booster seat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat. Move a child to a different seating l[...]

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    INFORMA TION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING T ire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic passenger car tires. The Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: • T readwear 200 T raction AA T emperature A These T ire Quality Grades are determined by standards th[...]

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    W ARNING: The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics. T emperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire’ s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to [...]

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    Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire’ s load carrying capability . • kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pressure. • PSI: Pounds per square inch, a standard unit of air pressure. • Cold inflation pressure: The tire pressure when the vehicle has been stationary and out of direct sunlight for an [...]

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    W ARNING: Under -inflation is the most common cause of tire failures and may result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or ⬙ blowout ⬙ , with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury . Under -inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance, resulting in heat buildup and internal damage to the tire. It al[...]

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    Note: If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire(s), check and record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressure when you get to the pump. It is normal for tires to heat up and the air pressure inside to go up as you drive. 2. Remove the cap from the valve on one tire, then firmly press the tire gauge onto the valve [...]

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    Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wear abnormally . Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently , and replace them if one or more of the following conditions exist: Tire wear When the tread is worn down to 1/16th of an inch (2 mm), tires must be replaced to help prevent your vehicle from skidding and hydropla[...]

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    U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers to place standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U.S. DOT T ire Identification Number for safety standard certification[...]

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    W ARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautions listed below . If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressure indicated, re-lubricate and try again. When inflating the tire for mounting pressures up to 20 psi (1.3[...]

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    • Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking W ARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow , mud, sand, etc., do not rapidly spin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion. A tire can explode in as little as three to five seconds. W ARNING: Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires[...]

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    • Front Wheel Drive (FWD)/All Wheel Drive (A WD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation. Note: Y o[...]

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    Information on “P” type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example of a tire size, load index and speed rating. The definitions of these items are listed below . (Note that the tire size, load index and speed rating for your vehicle may be different from this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the T ire and Rim Association (T&RA), that[...]

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    Note: Y ou may not find this information on all tires because it is not required by federal law . Letter rating Speed rating - mph (km/h) M 81 mph (130 km/h) N 87 mph (140 km/h) Q 99 mph (159 km/h) R 106 mph (171 km/h) S 112 mph (180 km/h) T 118 mph (190 km/h) U 124 mph (200 km/h) H 130 mph (210 km/h) V 149 mph (240 km/h) W 168 mph (270 km/h) Y 186[...]

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    12. T readwear , T raction and T emperature Grades • T readwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well on the government course as a tire grad[...]

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    Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “L T” type tires “L T” type tires have some additional information beyond those of “P” type tires; these differences are described below . Note: T ire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the T ire and Rim Association (T&RA)[...]

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    Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additional information beyond those of “P” type tires; these differences are described below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tire size. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different from this example. T ire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. T: Ind[...]

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    TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) Each tire, including the spare (if provided), should be checked monthly when cold and inflated to the inflation pressure recommended by the vehicle manufacturer on the vehicle placard or tire inflation pressure label. (If your vehicle has tires of a different size than the size indicated on the vehicle placard[...]

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    The T ire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. W ARNING: The[...]

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    When your temporary spare tire is installed When one of your road tires needs to be replaced with the temporary spare, the TPMS system will continue to identify an issue to remind you that the damaged road wheel/tire needs to be repaired and put back on your vehicle. T o restore the full functionality of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System, have th[...]

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    Low T ire Pressure W arning Light Possible cause Customer Action Required Solid W arning Light T ire(s) under -inflated 1. Check your tire pressure to ensure tires are properly inflated; refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter . 2. After inflating your tires to the manufacturer’ s recommended inflation pressure as shown on the T ire Label ([...]

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    Low T ire Pressure W arning Light Possible cause Customer Action Required Flashing W arning Light Spare tire in use Y our temporary spare tire is in use. Repair the damaged road wheel and re-mount it on the vehicle to restore system functionality . For a description of how the system functions under these conditions, refer to When your temporary sp[...]

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    any tire is under -inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to the recommended inflation pressure. SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS The original equipment tires on your vehicle have an all-weather tread design to provide traction, handling, and braking performance in year -round d[...]

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    Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be found on the T ire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’ s door (vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a T ire Label). Look for “THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUP ANTS AND CARGO SHOULD NEV[...]

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    Example only: Cargo W eight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb W eight, including cargo and optional equipment. GA W (Gross Axle W eight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. GA WR (Gross Axle W eight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carrie[...]

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    located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’ s door . The total load on each axle must never exceed its GA WR. GVW (Gross V ehicle W eight) – is the V ehicle Curb W eight + cargo + passengers. GVWR (Gross V ehicle W eight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loaded vehicle (including all options, equipment, passengers [...]

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    W ARNING: Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires because they may lower the vehicle’ s GVWR and GA WR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and GA WR limitations. W ARNING: Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in [...]

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    you have been planning for the past 2 years. Measuring the inside of the vehicle with the rear seat folded down, you have room for 12-100 lb. (45 kg) bags of cement. Do you have enough load capacity to transport the cement to your home? If you and your friend each weigh 220 lb. (99 kg), the calculation would be: 1400 - (2 x 220) - (12 x 100) = 1400[...]

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    All Wheel Drive (A WD) vehicles: Do not tow your vehicle with any wheels on the ground, as vehicle or transmission damage may occur . It is recommended to tow your vehicle with all four (4) wheels off the ground such as when using a car -hauling trailer . Otherwise, no recreational towing is permitted. In case of roadside emergency with a disabled [...]

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    STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off— locks the gearshift lever and allows key removal. This position also shuts the engine and all electrical accessories off. 2. Accessory— allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running. 3. On— all electrical circuits operational. W arning lights illuminat[...]

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    W ARNING: Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions. W ARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately [...]

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    • Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). 3. T urn the key to 3 (on) without turning the key to 4 (start). Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See W arning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. Starting the engine 1. T urn the key to 3 (on) without turning the key to 4 (sta[...]

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    that assists in starting the engine. After releasing the key from the 4 (start) position, the engine may continue cranking for up to 10 seconds or until the vehicle starts. Note: Cranking may be stopped at any time by turning the key to the off position. 3. After idling for a few seconds, apply the brake, shift into gear and drive. Note: If the eng[...]

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    W ARNING: T o reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. Prior to using the engine block heater , follow these recommendations for proper and safe operation: • For your safety , use an outdoor extension cord that is product certified by Underwriter’ s Laborat[...]

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    How to use the engine block heater Ensure the receptacle terminals are clean and dry prior to use. T o clean them, use a dry cloth. Depending on the type of factory installed equipment, your engine block heater will use .4 to 1.0 kilowatt-hours of energy per hour of use. Y our factory installed block heater system does not have a thermostat; howeve[...]

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    ABS warning lamp The ABS lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on. If the light does not illuminate during start up, remains on or flashes, the ABS may be disabled and may need to be serviced. Even when the ABS is disabled and the ABS light is on, normal braking is still effective. If your BRAKE warning [...]

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    W ARNING: Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). W ARNING: If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly . See your authorized dealer as soon as possible. ADVANCET RAC 姞 STABILITY ENHANCEMENT SYSTEM W ARNI[...]

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    Y our vehicle is equipped with the AdvanceT rac 威 system. The AdvanceT rac 威 system provides the following stability enhancement features for certain driving situations: • T raction Control (TCS), which functions to help avoid drive-wheel spin and loss of traction. • Electronic Stability Control (ESC), which functions to help avoid skids or[...]

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    • The brake pedal may feel stiffer than usual. T raction Control (TCS) T raction Control is a driver aid feature that helps your vehicle maintain traction of the wheels, typically when driving on slippery and/or hilly road surfaces, by detecting and controlling wheel spin. Excessive wheel spin is controlled in two ways, which may work separately [...]

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    • Changing lanes on a snow-rutted road • Entering a snow-free road from a snow-covered side street, or vice versa • Entering a paved road from a gravel road, or vice versa • Cornering while towing a heavily loaded trailer (refer to T railer towing in the T ires, Wheels and Loading chapter). Switching Off AdvanceT rac 威 If the vehicle is s[...]

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    AdvanceT rac 威 Features Control switch functions “Sliding car” icon “Sliding car off” icon ESC T raction Control Default at start-up Illuminated during bulb check Illuminated during bulb check Enabled Enabled Control switch pressed momentarily Not illuminated Illuminated solid Enabled Disabled Control switch pressed again after deactivati[...]

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    If the steering wanders or pulls, check for: • an improperly inflated tire • uneven tire wear • loose or worn suspension components • loose or worn steering components • improper steering alignment A high crown in the road or high crosswinds may also make the steering seem to wander/pull. BRAKE-SHIFT INTERLOCK This vehicle is equipped wit[...]

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    AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Understanding the gearshift positions of the 6–speed automatic transmission P (Park) This position locks the transmission and prevents the front wheels from turning. T o put your vehicle in gear: • Depress the brake pedal • Move the gearshift lever into the desired gear T o put your vehicle in P (Park): • Co[...]

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    N (Neutral) W ith the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. D (Drive) with Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy . T ransmission operates in gears one through six. D (Drive) with Overdrive Cancel and Grade Assist Initially , moving [...]

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    Overdrive cancel with grade assist is designed to provide optimal gear selection in hilly terrain or mountainous areas. It is recommended that you return to O/D (overdrive mode) on flat terrain to provide the best fuel economy and transmission function. T o return to O/D (overdrive mode), move the shift lever back from ⬙ M ⬙ to ⬙ D. ⬙ • T[...]

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    T o manually downshift the transmission: 1. Move the gearshift lever forward to (-). 2. Release the lever , and it will return to the M position. The transmission will downshift. T o manually upshift the transmission: 1. Move the gearshift lever rearward into (+). 2. Release the lever , and it will return to the M position. The transmission will up[...]

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    REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The Reverse Sensing System (RSS) sounds a tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper when the R (Reverse) is selected and the vehicle is moving at speeds less than 3 mph (5 km/h). The system is not effective at speeds above 3 mph (5 km/h) and may not detect certain angular or moving objects. W ARN[...]

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    The RSS detects obstacles up to six feet (two meters) from the rear bumper with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper , (refer to the figures for approximate zone coverage areas). As you move closer to the obstacle, the rate of the tone increases. When the obstacle is less than 10 inches (25.0 cm) away , the tone will sound c[...]

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    REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The rear -view camera system, located on the trunk, provides a video image which appears on the navigation screen of the area behind the vehicle. It adds assistance to the driver while reversing or reverse parking the vehicle. T o use the camera system, place the transmission in R (Reverse); an image will displa[...]

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    Note: If the camera system image is not clear or seems distorted, it may be covered with water droplets, snow , mud or any other substance. If this occurs, clean the camera lens before using the camera system. W ARNING: The camera system is a reverse aid supplement device that still requires the driver to use it in conjunction with the rear view mi[...]

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    BLIND SPOT INFORMATION SYSTEM™ (BLIS™) WITH CROSS T RAFFIC ALERT (CT A) (IF EQUIPPED) The BLIS™ system is a convenience feature that aids the driver in assessing whether a vehicle is within an area on either side of the vehicle extending rearward from the outside mirrors to approximately 10 feet (three meters) beyond the bumper . This area is[...]

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    The BLIS™ will trigger the alert for vehicles that enter your blind zone from the rear or merge in to the blind zone from the side. V ehicles that you pass, or a vehicle that enters the blind zone from the front, will trigger the alert only after the vehicle is present in the blind zone for three seconds. Note: For vehicles that pass through the [...]

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    Cross traffic alert (CT A) system operation The cross traffic alert system warns the driver of approaching vehicles when R (Reverse) is selected and the vehicle is backing out of a front-in parking spot. It sounds a series of tones and flashes the BLIS™ indicator found on the exterior mirror on the side of the approaching vehicle. Additionally , [...]

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    The Cross T raffic Alert system detects vehicles approaching up to 45 feet (14 meters) away (approximately the width of five parking spaces). Coverage decreases when vehicles and objects in close proximity block the Cross T raffic Alert sensors (refer to figure for approximate zone coverage areas [sensor obstructed to vehicle on left] ). Backing sl[...]

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    Cross T raffic coverage also decreases when parking at shallow angles (refer to figure for approximate zone coverage areas [sensor obstructed to vehicle on left] ). CT A Detection Limitations: Due to the nature of radar technology , there may be certain instances where vehicles entering and exiting the blind spot zones may not be detected. Below is[...]

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    BLIS™-CT A on/off and disable operation The BLIS™ and/or the CT A can be turned off via the message center . T urning the BLIS™ off does not turn off the CT A and visa versa. If either the BLIS™ or CT A is turned off, the systems will automatically turn back on at the next ignition key cycle. When either the BLIS™ or CT A is turned off, t[...]

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    Once blockage is removed, the system will require some driving time and detection of at least two vehicle object prior to realizing it is unblocked, or the driver can cycle the ignition key . If blocked and the ignition key is cycled, the system resets to unblocked. If however blockage is still present after the key cycle, the system will sense aga[...]

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    ALL WHEEL DRIVE (A WD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Y our vehicle may be equipped with a full-time All Wheel Drive (A WD) system. The A WD system is an active system, meaning it not only responds to wheel slip between the front and rear axles but also has the ability to anticipate wheel slip and transfer torque to the rear wheels before slip occurs. The A [...]

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    If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement • If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement, slow down, but avoid severe brake application, ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your speed. Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply while returning to the road surface. • It may be safer to stay on the apron or sh[...]

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    Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn must be made, remember to avoid “over -driving” your vehicle (i.e., turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoid the emergency). Excessive steering will result in less vehicle control, not more. Additionally , smooth variations of [...]

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    When driving through water , determine the depth; avoid water higher than the bottom of the wheel rims (if possible) and proceed slowly . If the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall. Once through water , always try the brakes. W et brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by moving your vehicle [...]

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    When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in a lower gear rather than downshifting to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started. This reduces strain on the engine and the possibility of stalling. If you do stall out, do not try to turnaround because you might roll over . It is better to back down to a safe location. Apply just en[...]

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    your vehicle is equipped with a four wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS), do not “pump” the brakes. Refer to the Brakes section of this chapter for additional information on the operation of the anti-lock brake system. Maintenance and Modifications The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designed and tested to provide predi[...]

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    ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance T o fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New V ehicle Limited W arranty . The service is available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the coverage period listed on the Roadsi[...]

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    • towing of your disabled vehicle • emergency travel expense reimbursement • travel planning benefits In Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you may purchase extended coverage prior to your Basic W arranty’ s Roadside Assistance expiring. For more information and enrollment, contact 1–877–294–2582 or visit our webs[...]

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    After an accident, if the engine cranks but does not start, this switch may have been activated. The fuel pump shut-off switch is located in the front passenger footwell area in the right upper corner . T o reset the switch: 1. T urn the ignition to the off position. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no leaks are apparent, reset the switch [...]

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    Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 2A Grey Grey — — — 3A Violet Violet — — — 4A Pink Pink — — — 5A T an T an — — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — — 10A Red Red — — — 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Y ellow Y ellow Y ellow Blu[...]

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    The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 30A Driver smart window motor 2 15A Brake on/off switch, Center high-mounted stop lamp 3 15A Not used (Spare) 4 30A Passenger front smart window motor 5 10A Keypad illumination, Brake shift interlock 6 20A T urn signal lamps 7 10A Low beam headlamps (left) 8 10[...]

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    Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 10 15A Backlighting, Puddle lamps 11 10A A WD module 12 7.5A Memory modules, Memory seat/mirrors switches 13 5A SYNC module 14 10A Electronic Finish Panel (EFP) radio and climate control buttons module, Navigation display , Center information display , GPS module, Ambient lighting 15 10A Climat[...]

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    Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 35 10A Rear park assist, Blind spot monitor system, Rear video camera, A WD 36 5A Passive Anti-Theft Sensor (P A TS) transceiver 37 10A Not used (Spare) 38 20A Subwoofer amplifier 39 20A Radio 40 20A Not used (Spare) 41 15A Automatic dimming mirror , Moon roof, Compass, Front windows 42 10A Ele[...]

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    W ARNING: T o reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter . The high-current fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Rela[...]

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    Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 10 30A* ABS valves 11 — Not used 12 30A* Heated/cooled seats 13 — Not used 14 — Not used 15 — Not used 16 15A** T ransmission module 17 10A** Alternator 18 — Not used 19 — Not used 20 20A* Audio amplifier 21 20A* Audio amplifier 22 20A* Console power point 23 10A** PCM – Keep aliv[...]

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    Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 39 — Not used 40 — Not used 41 G8V A relay Backup lamps 42 G8V A relay Left headlamps 43 G8V A relay A/C clutch 44 G8V A relay Right headlamps 45 15A** Injectors 46 15A** PCM 47 10A** General powertrain components, A/C clutch, back-up lamps 48 15A** Ignition coils 49 15A** Emissions related[...]

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    (TPMS) in the T ires, Wheels and Loading chapter . Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible. During repairing or replacing of the flat tire, have the authorized dealer inspect the TPMS sensor for damage. W ARNING: The use of tire sealants may damage your T ire Pressure Monitoring System and should not be used. W ARNING: Refer to [...]

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    • Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • T ry to repair the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheel location can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearanc[...]

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    Stopping and securing the vehicle 1. Park on a level surface, set the parking brake and activate the hazard flashers. 2. Place the gearshift lever in P (Park) and turn the engine off. Removing the spare tire and jack 1. Remove the carpeted load floor panel located in the rear of the vehicle and remove the lug wrench and long bolt from the tool bag.[...]

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    W ARNING: Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle close to moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. Note: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. 1. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposi[...]

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    3. Put the jack in the jack locator next to the tire you are changing. T urn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground. Note : T o avoid structural damage to the vehicle, ensure that the jack is centered between the two markings (1) on the bottom of the rocker flange. W ARNING: T o lessen the risk of personal injury , d[...]

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    Stowing the wheel and jack 1. Fully collapse the jack and place it back in the storage area in the trunk. 2. Replace the jack retention bolt to secure the jack. 3. Place the tire in the storage bin in the trunk. 4. Replace the cover plate and bolt. • When storing a flat road tire, flip the cover plate over and use the long bolt. • When storing [...]

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    Note: Inspect the wheel pilot hole prior to installation. If there is visible corrosion in wheel pilot hole, remove loose particles by wiping with clean rag and apply grease. Apply grease only to the wheel pilot hole surface by smearing a “dime” (1 square cm) sized glob of grease around the wheel pilot surface (1) with end of finger . DO NOT ap[...]

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    Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the automatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy . As a result, the transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time, the adaptive learning proce[...]

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    2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery . 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery . + – + – + – + – 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Roadside Emergencies 250[...]

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    4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle’ s engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system. Note: Do not attach the negative (-) cable to fuel lines, engine rocker covers, the intake manifold or electrical components as grounding points. W ARNING: Do not connect[...]

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    Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery . 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle’ s batter[...]

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    3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle’ s battery . 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle’ s battery . After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle c[...]

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    WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or , if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, your roadside assistance service provider . It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a sl[...]

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    Emergency towing In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without access to wheel dollies, car hauling trailer , or flatbed transport vehicle) your vehicle (regardless of transmission powertrain configuration) can be flat towed (all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: • V ehicle is facing forward so that it is be[...]

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    GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED W arranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorized Ford, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer . While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. Please note that certai[...]

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    • Service specials and promotions. In Canada: Mailing Address (Ford vehicles) Customer Relationship Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P .O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 T elephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www .ford.ca Mailing Address (Lincoln vehicles) Lincoln Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P .O. Box 2000 Oakvil[...]

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    In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBB AUTO LINE before taking action under the Magnuson-Moss W arranty Act, or to the extent allowed by state law , before pursuing replacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws. This dispute handling procedure is not required prior to enforcing state created rights[...]

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    procedure outlined on the first page of the Customer Assistance section, you may be eligible to participate in the BBB AUTO LINE program. The BBB AUTO LINE program consists of two parts – mediation and arbitration. During mediation, a representative of the BBB will contact both you and Ford Motor Company to explore options for settlement of the c[...]

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    The CAMV AP program is a straight-forward and relatively speedy alternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce a settlement have failed. This procedure is without cost to you and is designed to eliminate the need for lengthy and expensive legal proceedings. In the CAMV AP program, impartial third-party arbitrators conduct h[...]

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    If you are in another foreign country , contact the nearest authorized dealer . If the authorized dealer employees cannot help you, they can direct you to the nearest Ford affiliate office. If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of the U.S. or Canada, register your vehicle identification number (VIN) and new address with[...]

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    REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway T raffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company . If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and i[...]

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    W ASHING THE EXTERIOR W ash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail W ash (ZC-3-A), which is available from your authorized dealer . • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing or laundry liquid. These products can discolor and spot painted surfaces. • Neve[...]

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    W AXING • W ash the vehicle first. • Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft Premium Liquid W ax (ZC-53-A), which is available from your authorized dealer , or an equivalent quality product. • Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with any non-body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof rack[...]

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    ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • T ake care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine bl[...]

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    vehicle’ s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellent coatings, tree sap, or other organic contamination; these contaminants may cause squeaking or chatter noise from the blades, and streaking and smearing of the windshield. T o clean these items, follow these ti[...]

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    • Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the finish of the instrument panel, interior trim and cluster lens. W ARNING: Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the airbag system. If a staining liquid like coffee/juice has been spilled on th[...]

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    W ARNING: Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle’ s safety belts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing. W ARNING: On vehicles equipped with seat-mounted airbags, do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents. Such products could contaminate the side-airbag system and affect performance of the side airbag in a colli[...]

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    FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Y our Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle. Eac[...]

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    SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS T o help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy . If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer can provide the necessary parts and service. Check your W arranty Guide/Customer Information Guide to find out which parts and servi[...]

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    OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the bottom of the instrument panel near the steering column. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located under the front center of the hood. 3. Lift the hood and support it with the prop rod. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Prin[...]

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    IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 3.5L V6 Duratec engine 1. Power steering fluid reservoir 2. T ransmission fluid dipstick 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Battery 5. Power distribution box 6. Air filter assembly 7. Engine oil dipstick 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. W indshield washer fluid reservoir 10. Engine coolant reservoir 2010 MKZ (37[...]

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    WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is low . In very cold weather , do not fill the reservoir completely . Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB-M8B16-A2. Do not use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellent type fluid or bug wash. They may cause squeaking, chatter noise, streak[...]

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    Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance. Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and the windshield. Refer to Windows and wiper blades in the Cleaning chapter . T o prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended to scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. [...]

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    6. W ipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully , then remove it again. • If the oil level is within this range, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added to raise the level within the normal operating range. 2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Maintenance[...]

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    • If required, add engine oil to the engine. Refer to Adding engine oil in this chapter . • Do not overfill the engine with oil. Oil levels above this mark may cause engine damage. If the engine is overfilled, some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer . 7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding eng[...]

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    Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certification trademark. Use SAE 5W -20 engine oil Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the American Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel economy requirements of the Internatio[...]

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    BATTERY Y our vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service. If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced. For longer , trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean and dry . Als[...]

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    W ARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. A void contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or eyes, flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medi[...]

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    • Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner . Follow your local authorized standards for disposal. Call your local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries. ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the intervals listed in[...]

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    When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir . • The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the “COLD FILL RANGE” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending upon application). • Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interval schedules. • Be sure to read[...]

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    • Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B51-A1. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter . Note: Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets or an equivalent product meeting Ford specification WSS-M99B37-B6, may darken the color of Motorcraft Premium Gol[...]

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    3. Step back while the pressure releases. 4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use the cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap. 5. Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture (see above), to within the “COLD FILL RANGE” or the “FULL COLD” level on the reservoir . 6. Reinstall the c[...]

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    Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –34°F [–36°C]): • It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 50%. • NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%. • Increased engine coolant concentrations above 60% will decrease the overheat protection characteristics of the engine coolant an[...]

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    • The symbol will illuminate. If the engine reaches a preset over -temperature condition, the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine. When this occurs the vehicle will still operate. However: • The engine power will be limited. • The air conditioning [...]

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    WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions W ARNING: Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire. W ARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If you hear a hissing sound near the fuel filler door (Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system), do not[...]

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    clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water . Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation. • Be particularly careful if you are taking “Antabuse” or other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism. Breathing gasoline vapors, or skin contact could cause an adverse reaction. In sensiti[...]

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    • DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position. Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system Y our fuel tank is equipped with an Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel filler system. This allows you to simply open the fuel filler door and insert the fuel filler nozzle into the fuel system. The Easy Fuel™ system is self-sealing[...]

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    W ARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If you hear a hissing sound near the fuel filler door (Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system), do not refuel until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel may spray out, which could cause serious personal injury . Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel blended with a maximum of 10% [...]

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    could cause damage to the fuel system. Repairs to correct the effects of using an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your warranty . Many of the world’ s automakers approved the W orld-W ide Fuel Charter that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved performance and emission control system protection for your vehi[...]

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    W ARNING: Do not try to pry open or push open the Easy Fuel™ system with foreign objects. This could damage the fuel system and its seal and cause injury to you or others. When filling the vehicle’ s fuel tank from a portable fuel container , use the included funnel. 1. Locate the white plastic funnel. It is attached to the underside of the spa[...]

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    The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and the empty reserve combined. Indicated capacity is the difference in the amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty . Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty . The amount of usable fu[...]

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    Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (city or highway). This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle’ s fuel economy under current driving conditions. Additionally , keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel economy . In general, lower temperatures give lower fuel econo[...]

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    • Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in scheduled maintenance information. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle may reduce fuel economy at any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately 1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for[...]

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    • Have the items listed in scheduled maintenance information performed according to the specified schedule. The scheduled maintenance items listed in scheduled maintenance information are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system. If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintena[...]

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    government emission standards. The OBD-II system also assists your authorized dealer in properly servicing your vehicle. When the Service engine soon indicator illuminates, the OBD-II system has detected a malfunction. T emporary malfunctions may cause the Service engine soon indicator to illuminate. Examples are: 1. The vehicle has run out of fuel[...]

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    indicate that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing. T o determine if the vehicle is ready for I/M testing, turn the ignition key to the on position for 15 seconds without cranking the engine. If the Service engine soon indicator blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing; if the Service engine soon indicator stay[...]

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    BRAKE FLUID The fluid level will drop slowly as the brakes wear , and will rise when the brake components are replaced. Fluid levels between the “MIN” and “MAX” lines are within the normal operating range; there is no need to add fluid. If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range the performance of the system could be comp[...]

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    5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry , lint-free rag. If necessary , refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick. 6. Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube. 7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should read wit[...]

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    Note: Only one A TF fluid specification has been tested and approved for use with the automatic 6-speed: Premium Automatic T ransmission fluid. Mercon fluids cannot be used with the automatic 6-speed without damage or voiding warranty . Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transmission component damage. If necessary[...]

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    5. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing and cover . This could cause filter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if not properly seated. 6. Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps. Be sure that the air cleaner cover tabs are engaged into t[...]

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    MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES Item Capacity Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification Brake fluid Between MIN and MAX on reservoir Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor V ehicle Brake Fluid PM-1-C / WSS-M6C62-A or WSS-M6C65-A1 Door weatherstrips — Silicone Spray Lubricant XL-6 / ESR-M13P4-A Door latch, hood latch,[...]

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    Item Capacity Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification Engine oil 1 5.5 quarts (5.2L) • Motorcraft SAE 5W -20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) • Motorcraft SAE 5W -20 Full Synthetic Motor Oil (US) • Motorcraft SAE 5W -20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) • Motorcraft SAE 5W -20 Synthetic Motor Oil (Canada) 1 • XO-5W20-QSP[...]

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    Item Capacity Ford part name Ford part number / Ford specification Power T ransfer Unit (PTU) fluid (A WD) 4 12 ounces (0.35L) Motorcraft SAE 75W -140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant XY -75W140-QL / WSL-M2C192-A W indshield washer fluid 4.75 quarts (4.5L) Motorcraft Premium W indshield W asher Concentrate ZC-32-A / WSB-M8B16-A2 Fuel tank (FWD ) 17.5 [...]

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    ENGINE DATA Engine 3.5L-DOHC V6 engine Cubic inches 214 Required fuel 87 octane Firing order 1–4–2–5–3–6 Spark plug gap 0.052–0.056 inch (1.32–1.42 mm) Ignition system Coil on plug Compression ratio 10.3:1 Engine drivebelt routing 1. Short drivebelt is on first pulley groove closest to engine. 2. Long drivebelt is on second pulley gro[...]

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    IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label The National Highway T raffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structur[...]

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    The V ehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the following information: 1. W orld manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross V ehicle W eight Rating (GVWR) / Restraint Devices and their location 3. Make, vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number T RANSMISSIO[...]

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    GENUINE LINCOLN ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Lincoln Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Lincoln or Ford of Canada dealer . These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of[...]

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    Peace of mind Remote start V ehicle security systems Wheel locks For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear [...]

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    FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS More than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discovered the powerful protection of Ford ESP . It is the only extended service plan backed by Ford Motor Company , and provides “peace of mind” protection beyond the New V ehicle Limited W arranty coverage. Up to 500+ Covered V ehicle Components There [...]

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    Plus, exclusive 24/7 roadside assistance, including: • T owing, flat-tire change and battery jump starts. • Out-of-fuel and lock-out assistance. • T ravel expense reimbursement for lodging, meals and rental car . • Destination assistance for taxi, shuttle, rental car coverage and emergency transportation. Ford ESP Can Quickly Pay for Itself[...]

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    2010 MKZ (378) Owners Guide, 1st Printing USA (fus) Ford Extended Service Plan 312[...]

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    A Accessory delay .......................... 75 AdvanceT rac .............................. 205 Air cleaner filter ............... 300–301 Air conditioning .......................... 45 automatic temperature control system ..........................48 Airbag supplemental restraint system ........................137, 146, 148 and child safety seat[...]

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    attaching with tether straps ....................................... 164 in front seat ............................ 157 in rear seat .............................. 157 LA TCH ..................................... 162 recommendations ................... 154 Child safety seats - booster seats ........................................... 167 Cleaning y[...]

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    fail-safe cooling ....................... 284 idle speed control ................... 278 lubrication specifications ....... 302 refill capacities ........................ 302 service points .......................... 272 starting after a collision ......... 233 Engine block heater ................. 201 Engine oil .................................. [...]

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    Illuminated visor mirror ............. 69 Infant seats (see Safety seats) ..................... 156 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ........................................ 296 Instrument panel cleaning ................................... 266 cluster ........................................ 12 lighting up panel and interior ...................[...]

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    Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....301 Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor ................. 124 Power distribution box (see Fuses) ............................... 238 Power door locks ........................ 90 Power mirrors ............................. 76 Power point ................................. 72 Power steering .......................[...]

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    Specification chart, lubricants ................................... 302 Speed control ..............................77 Starting your vehicle ........ 198–200 jump starting .......................... 248 Steering wheel controls ...................................... 80 tilting ......................................... 69 Stereo 6-CD in dash ......[...]