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Before drivingIntroduction 2Instrumentation 3Controls and features 21Seating and safety restraints 80Starting and drivingStarting 105Driving 109Roadsi

Trunk ajarIf the trunk is not completelyclosed, this light comes on whenyou turn the ignition to ON. Withthe ignition ON, this light will flashfive ti

When installing a child safety seat:• Review and follow the informationpresented in the Air BagSupplemental Restraint Systemsection in this chapter.•

Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder beltseating positions1. Position the child safety seat in aseat with a combination lap a

3. While holding the shoulder andlap belt portions together, route thetongue through the child seataccording to the child seatmanufacturer’s instructi

7. Pull the lap belt portion acrossthe child seat toward the buckle andpull up on the shoulder belt whilepushing down with your knee on thechild seat.

Tether anchorage hardwareAttachment holes (at each rear seating position) have been provided inyour vehicle to attach anchor hardware, if desired. Tet

PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLEEngine starting is controlled by the ignition system. This system meetsall Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment stan

2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off.3. Make sure the parking brake isset.4. Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park).5. Turn the k

Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate briefly. If a light fails toilluminate, have the vehicle serviced.• If the driver’s safety belt is faste

To prevent electrical shock, do not use your heater withungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater)adapters.Guarding against exhaust fumesA

BRAKESYour service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the scheduledmaintenance guide for scheduled maintenance.Occasional brake noise is normal and o

O/D offIlluminates when the transmissioncontrol switch (TCS) has beenpushed. When the light is on, thetransmission does not shift intooverdrive. If th

ABS warning lampTheABSwarning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition is turned on and the engine is off. If the light

The BRAKE warning lamp in theinstrument cluster illuminates andremains illuminated (when theignition is turned ON) until theparking brake is fully rel

your vehicle. It is especially useful on slippery and/or hilly road surfaces.The system operates by detecting and controlling wheel spin. The systembo

STEERINGYour vehicle is equipped with power steering. Power steering uses energyfrom the engine to help steer the vehicle.To prevent damage to the pow

The air suspension shut-off switch islocated on the left side of the trunk.If this switch is in the OFF position,the rear air suspension will notopera

Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes. Thetransmission and tires may be damaged or the engine mayoverheat.Always set the parking brake f

R (Reverse)With the gearshift in R (Reverse),the vehicle will move backward.Always come to a complete stopbefore shifting into and out of R(Reverse).N

• towing a trailer up or down steep hills• additional engine braking is desired. If towing a trailer, refer toDriving while you tow in the Trailer Tow

VEHICLE LOADINGBefore loading a vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms:• Base Curb Weight : Weight of the vehicle including any standa

Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the SafetyCompliance Certification Label.Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacit

Safety belt warning chimeChimes to remind you to fasten your safety belts.For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to the Seatingand sa

Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailerweight could result in engine damage, transmission/axle damage,structural damage, loss of

Driving while you towDo not drive faster than 88 km/h (55 mph) when towing a trailer.Speed control may shut off if you are towing on long, steep grade

• Do not allow waves to break higher than 15 cm (six inches) above thebottom edge of the rear bumper.Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter c

HAZARD FLASHERUse only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown,approaching danger, etc. The hazard flashers can be operated when theignit

Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch.1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position.2. Check the fuel system for leaks.3. If n

Standard fuse amperage rating and colorCOLORFuseRatingMiniFusesStandardFusesMaxiFusesCartridgeMaxiFusesFuse LinkCartridge2A Grey Grey — — —3A Violet V

The fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingDescription1 10A Lighting Control Module (LCM), Left-HandLow Beam Headlamp2 30A EATC Bl

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingDescription11 10A Electronic Crash Sensor (Airbag)12 15A Instrument Cluster, Anti-Theft, IgnitionSwitch, Ignition Coil

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingDescription30 7.5A LF Seat Module, Trunk Lid Release Switch,Door Lock Switches, LF Seat ControlSwitch, LF Door Module,

The high-current fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingDescription1 50A** Ignition Switch2 40A** Ignition Switch3 50A** Cooling F

OdometerRegisters the total kilometers(miles) of the vehicle.Fuel gaugeDisplays approximately how muchfuel is in the fuel tank (when thekey is in the

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingDescription12 30A** Air Suspension13 15A* Charging System14 20A* Fuel Pump15 — NOT USED16 30A* Heated Seats17 10A* Air

Temporary spare tire informationYour vehicle may have a temporary or full-size spare tire. The temporaryspare tire for your vehicle is labeled as such

3. Remove the spare tire, jack andlug wrench.4. Remove the center ornamentfrom the aluminum wheel with thetapered end of the wheel nutwrench that came

6. Locate the jack notch next to thedoor closest to the tire you arechanging, then place the jack on theframe rail directly behind the notch.Turn the

9. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise.10. Remove the jack and fullytighten the lug nuts in the ordershown.11. Put flat tire,

JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLEThe gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames,sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury

Connecting the jumper cables1. Connect the positive (+) booster cable to the positive (+) terminal ofthe discharged battery.Note: In the illustrations

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery.4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an ex

Jump starting1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine atmoderately increased speed.2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.3.

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery.4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of

Engine coolant temperature gaugeIndicates the temperature of theengine coolant. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle remainswithin the normal ar

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance center.It

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle:• We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation.• We provide a

Working with the engine off1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched inP (Park).2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT4.6L SOHC V8 engine1. Brake fluid reservoir2. Engine oil dipstick3. Engine oil filler cap4. Air filter

ENGINE OILChecking the engine oilRefer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervalsfor checking the engine oil.1. Make sure the ve

• If the oil level is below the MINmark, add enough oil to raise thelevel within the MIN-MAX range.• Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine da

Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, oil treatments or enginetreatments. They are unnecessary and could, under certain conditions,lead to eng

If you use DOT 5 or any other brake fluid that is not DOT 3 orDOT 4, you will cause permanent damage to your brakes.Do not let the reservoir for the m

Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not use engine coolant,antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function andvehicl

Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant E2FZ-19549–AA (in Oregon,F5FZ-19549–CC, in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-10) or an equivalentpremium engine coolant that meet

• see how many kilometers/milesyou can drive before running outof fuel.• see how many liters/gallons offuel remain in the fuel tank.• monitor the aver

What you should know about fail-safe coolingIf the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle tobe driven temporarily before i

When fail-safe mode is activatedYou have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive thevehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be ab

4. Check the fluid level in thereservoir. It should be between theMIN and MAX lines. Do not addfluid if the level is in this range.5. If the fluid is

7. Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level. The fluid should be inthe designated area for normal operating temperature (H) or ambienttemperatu

Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levelsBefore adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type offluid used is normally indicated

If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalledafter the battery has been cleaned or replaced.For longer, trouble-free operation, keep

4. The relearning process will automatically complete as you drive thevehicle.• The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more torelearn t

Changing the wiper bladesTo replace the wiper blades:1. Pull the wiper arm away from thewindshield and lock into the serviceposition.2. Turn the blade

TreadwearThe treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate ofthe tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specifiedgovernmen

SERVICING YOUR TIRESChecking the tire pressure• Use an accurate tire pressure gauge.• Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle h

Compass display (if equipped)The compass reading may beaffected when you drive near largebuildings, bridges, power lines andpowerful broadcast antenna

Replacing the tiresReplace the tires when the wearband is visible through the tiretreads.When replacing full size tires, never mix radial bias-belted,

wheels (of the same size and specifications) be used as chains may chipaluminum wheels.Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains:• Use

Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel:• Extinguish all smoking materialsand any open flames beforefueling your vehicle.• Alwa

Fuel Filler CapYour fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1/8 turn on/offfeature.When fueling your vehicle:1. Turn the engine off.2. Caref

Vehicles certified to meet California emission standards (indicated on theunderhood Vehicle Emissions Control Information label) are designed tooperat

if “Regular” unleaded gasoline is recommended because it may causethese problems to become more pronounced. If the problems persist, seeyour dealer or

taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1 600 km (1 000miles) of driving (engine break-in period). You will get a more accuratemeasurement a

Multiply liters used by 100, then divide by total kilometerstraveled.Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used.Keep a record for at least one

Maintenance• Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size.• Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fueleconomy

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMYour vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and acatalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to co

Compass calibration adjustmentPerform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures andhigh voltage lines.For optimum calibration, turn o

engine. This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune upspecifications.Please consult your “Warranty Guide” for complete emission warr

Do not remove lamp bulbs unless they will be replaced immediately. If abulb is removed for an extended period of time, contaminants may enterthe lamp

4. Remove headlamp by taking theretainer pins out. Pull headlampforward to access bulb connector.5. Release clip and disconnect theelectrical connecto

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

Replacing tail lamp/backup bulbsFor bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualified technician.Replacing license plate lamp bulbsFor bulb replacement, see

A bubble (vertical indicator) that is not centered between the two redlines does not necessarily indicate out-of-aim headlamps. If your vehicleis not

Vertical aim adjustment1. Park the vehicle on a levelsurface.2. With the hood open, removeprotective cover, then locate thebubble level and the vertic

During winter months, it is especially important to wash the vehicle on aregular basis. Large quantities of dirt and road salt are difficult toremove

Cleaning the engineEngines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing:• Ta

Cleaning the exterior lampsWash with the same detergent as the exterior of your vehicle. Use glasscleaner or tar remover if necessary.To avoid scratch

Checking your highway fuel economy using the electronicmessage center displayThe following procedure will allow you to accurately monitor your actualh

Cleaning the interior fabricRemove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner.Remove fresh spots immediately. Do not use household or

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent 4.6L SOHC V8 engineAir filter element FA-1668Fuel filter FG-986BBattery (standard) BXT-65-650Battery (optional) BXT-6

3Rear axles are considered lubricated for life when the vehicle is usedfor normal service. See your Scheduled Maintenance Guide for SevereDuty require

Item Ford part name Ford partnumberFordspecificationHinges,latches,strikerplates, fuelfiller doorhinge andseat tracksMulti-PurposeGreaseDOAZ-19584-AAo

ENGINE DATAEngine 4.6L SOHC V8 engineCubic inches 281Horsepower-single exhaust1200 @ 4250 rpmHorsepower-single exhaust2205 @ 4250 rpmHorsepower-dual e

25341Capacities and specifications185

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLECertification labelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Certification Label be affixedt

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCETo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford offers acomplimentary roadside assistance program. This program

Ford extended service planYou can get more protection for your new car or light truck bypurchasing Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP) coverage. For

Getting the service you needAt homeFord Motor Company and Ford of Canada have authorized dealerships toservice your vehicle. When you need warranty re

DIST TO EMPTY (DTE)This function estimatesapproximately how far you can drivewith the fuel remaining in your tankunder normal driving conditions.Remem

Please have the following information available when contacting FordCustomer Assistance:• Your telephone number (home and business)• The name of the d

• sales disputes between customer and dealer except those associatedwith warranty repairs or concerns with the vehicle’s performance asdesigned• a req

Your dealership and a Ford Motor Company representative are asked tosubmit statements at this time.To properly review your case, the Board needs the f

After a case is reviewed, the Board mails you a decision letter and aform on which to accept or reject the Board’s decision. The decisions ofthe Board

If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living inCentral or South America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact thenearest F

Ford Triple CleanFord Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner* May be sold with the Motorcraft nameA wide selection of accessories is available through your l

Travel equipmentConsoleConsole armrestDaytime running lightsFactory luggage rackFactory luggage rack adaptorsFog lightsFramed luggage coversHeavy-duty

Carpet floor matsCleaners, waxes and polishesFlat splash guardsFront end covers (full and mini)Hood deflectorsLocking gas capLubricants and oilsMolded

theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any suchequipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTCregulations and sh

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)If you believe that your vehicle hasa defect that could cause a crash, orcould cause injury or death, youshould im

ICONSIndicates a safety alert. Read thefollowing section on Warnings.Indicates vehicle information relatedto recycling and otherenvironmental concerns

E/MWhen this function is displayed,press the RESET control to changethe message center display frommetric to English units or fromEnglish to metric un

Accessory delay ...67Air bag supplementalrestraint system ...91,95and child safety seats ...92desc

Coolant ...147,149checking and adding ...148refill capacities ...149,181specifications ...

GAWR(Gross Axle Weight Rating) ...118definition ...118driving with a heavy load ...118location ...

Mirrorsautomatic dimming rearviewmirror ...64cleaning ...180heated ...

Transmission ...114fluid, checking and adding(automatic) ...152fluid, refill capacities ...

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Required fuel Refer to 9Octanerecommendations9 in theMaintenance and care chapter.Fuel tank capacity 71.9L (19.0 gallons)Engine oil capacity(includes

PANEL DIMMER CONTROLUse to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel during headlightand parklamp operation.• Push up to brighten.• Push down to di

• the headlamp system is not turned on by another feature such asusing the headlamp control or Autolamp.The Daytime Running Light (DRL) system will au

Turning the EATC onPress AUTO, any of the overridecontrols or the fan speed control.The EATC will only operate whenthe ignition is in the ON position.

Temperature selectionThe display window indicates theselected temperature, function(AUTO or one of the overridecontrols) and manual control of fanspee

Fan speed ( )When AUTO is pressed, fan speed isadjusted automatically for existingconditions. You can override fanspeed at any time. To control fanspe

• MAX A/C-Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. The temperaturedisplay will remain unchanged and air will be cooled based on theselected temperat

Displaying outside temperaturePress EXT to display the outside airtemperature. It will be displayeduntil EXT is pressed again.If the selected temperat

• If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during hotweather, the air conditioner will do a much faster job of cooling if youdrive for

Volume/power controlPress the control to turn the audiosystem on or off.Turn the control to raise or lowervolume.If the volume is set above a certain

Instrumentation3

Tune adjustThe tune control works in radio mode.Tune adjust in radio mode• Press to move to the nextfrequency down the band(whether or not a listenabl

Setting memory preset stations1. Select the frequency band with the AM or the FM select control.2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek func

Speaker balance adjustSpeaker sound distribution can beadjusted between the right and leftspeakers.Speaker fade adjustSpeaker sound can be adjustedbet

selection). The tape deck stops and returns to play mode when the AMScircuit senses a blank section on the tape.In order to ensure proper operation of

The noise reduction system is manufactured under license from DolbyLaboratories Licensing Corporation.Setting the clockPress CLK to toggle betweenlist

The CLK control will allow you to switch between media display mode(radio station, stereo information, etc.) and clock display mode (time).When in clo

Alpine Audio System with Premium AM/FM Stereo Cassette(CD Changer Compatible)Your audio system is equipped with selective lighting, a unique lightings

Volume/power controlPress the control to turn the audiosystem on or off.Turn the control to raise or lowervolume.If the volume is set above a certain

• to increase volumecompensation• to decrease or shut off thevolume compensationAM/FM selectThe AM/FM select control works inradio, tape and CD modes

Tune adjust for CD changer• Press to select the previousdisc in the CD changer. (Play willbegin on the first track of thedisc unless the CD changer is

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Scan functionThe scan function works in radio,tape or CD mode (if equipped).Scan function in radio modePress the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling

Autoset memory presetAutoset allows you to set strong radio stations without losing youroriginal manually set preset stations. This feature is helpful

Speaker balance adjustSpeaker sound distribution can beadjusted between the right and leftspeakers.Press the BAL control. Use the SELcontrol to adjust

• In CD mode, pressing the REW control for less than three secondsresults in slow rewind. Pressing the control for more than threeseconds results in f

Compression featureCompression adjust brings soft andloud CD passages together for amore consistent listening level.Press the COMP control to activate

• Use the SEL control to select ONor OFF. With the feature on, usethe SEEK or SCAN control tofind a radio station broadcasting atraffic report (if it

• Use the SEL control to selectTYPE, NAME or NONE.RDS clock featureRefer to Setting the clock for information.Phone modeThis feature allows you to con

• JAZZ CLUB—jazz club with clearly reflected sounds.• HALL—rectangular concert hall capacity of about 2 000• CHURCH—church with a high vault.• STADIUM

CD changer (if equipped)The CD changer is located in one of the following locations:• in the trunk• in the center console• under the driver’s seat1. S

If you pull too hard on the disc holder, the disc holder may comecompletely out of the magazine. If this happens, reinsert the disc holderback into th

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The CD magazine may be inserted or ejected with the radio power off.ONLY use the magazine supplied with the CD changer, other types willdamage the uni

Cleaning cassette player (if equipped)Clean the tape player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after ten totwelve hours of play in order to maint

• Station overload. Weak signals are sometimes captured by strongersignals when you pass a broadcast tower. A stronger signal maytemporarily overtake

Press the left control to decreasethe time displayed.AUXILIARY POWER POINTThe auxiliary power point is locatedunder the instrument panel. Thisoutlet s

KEY SYSTEMThe vehicle is equipped with a master key and valet key lock system.The master key will actuate doors, trunk, glove box, ignition and remote

WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLSRotate the windshield wiper controlto the desired interval, low or highspeed position.The bars of varying length are f

Do not shift the gearshift lever into N (Neutral) with the speedcontrol on.To turn speed control off• Press OFF or• Turn off the vehicle ignition.Once

Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads thatare winding, slippery, or unpaved.To set a higher set speed• Press and hold SET/SET ACC/

To disengage speed control• Depress the brake pedal.Disengaging the speed control willnot erase the previouslyprogrammed set speed.Pressing OFF will e

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)These controls allow you to operate some radio and climate controlfeatures.Radio control features• Press BAND/MOD

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESService engine soonYour vehicle is equipped with acomputer that monitors the engine’semission control system. Thissystem is c

Deactivating overdrivePress the Transmission ControlSwitch (TCS) located on the end ofthe gearshift lever. TheTransmission Control Indicator Light(TCI

Programming1. Prepare for programming theHomeLinkt Universal Transceiver byerasing the three factory defaultcodes by holding down the twooutside butto

To program your hand-heldtransmitters:• continue to hold the button onthe HomeLinkt UniversalTransceiver.• press and re-press the hand-heldtransmitter

3. Press and release theprogrammed HomeLinkt button.Press and release the HomeLinktbutton a second time to completethe training process. (Some garaged

MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)To open the moon roof:• Press and release the control.• For one-touch operation, pressand release the rear portion ofthe contro

Do not block the sensor on the backside of the mirror since this mayimpair proper mirror performance.Press the control to turn the mirroron or off.The

Fuel filler door override releaseIf the remote release is inoperative,open the trunk, then pull theoverride release handle locatedinside the trunk to

Accessory delay (if equipped)With accessory delay, the window switches, radio, and moonroof may beused for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch

Heated outside mirrors (if equipped)Both mirrors are heatedautomatically to remove ice, mistand fog when the rear windowdefrost is activated.Do not re

• To program position one, move the driver seat to the desired positionusing the seat controls. Press the SET control. The SET controlindicator light

2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securelytightened.These temporary malfunctions can

Unlocking the doorsPress this control to unlock thedriver’s door. The interior lamps willilluminate.Press the control a second timewithin five seconds

Opening the trunkPress the control once to open thetrunk.Ensure that the trunk is closed andlatched before driving your vehicle.Failure to latch the t

• nearby radio towers• structures around the vehicle• other vehicles parked next to the vehicleTo replace the battery:1. Twist a thin coin between the

The system automatically turns off after 25 seconds or when the ignitionis turned to the START or ACC position.The inside lights will not turn off if:

Memory seat/mirrors feature (if equipped)The remote keyless entry system can also control the memoryseats/mirrors feature. With this feature, the firs

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)With the keyless entry keypad, youcan:• lock or unlock the vehicle doorswithout using the key.Your vehicle has a fac

You can program up to three personal codes to unlock your vehicle.These codes do not replace the permanent code that the dealership gaveyou.Erasing pe

Locking doors with the keyless entry systemIt is not necessary to enter the factory-set code prior to locking all doors.To lock the doors:1. Press 7/8

Spare SecuriLocky keys can be purchased from your dealership andprogrammed to your SecuriLocky passive anti-theft system. Refer toProgramming spare Se

Procedure to program spare SecuriLockY keys to your vehicleNew SecuriLocky keys must have the correct mechanical key cut foryour vehicle.Conventional

Brake system warningMomentarily illuminates when theignition is turned to the ONposition, the engine is off and theparking brake is engaged. If thebra

SEATINGHead restraintsYour vehicle’s seats may be equipped with head restraints which arevertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints i

Press the control to recline theseatback forward or backward.Press to move the seat forward orbackward.Press to move the front portion ofthe seat cush

Adjusting the power seats – seat mounted controlsNever adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving.The power seat controls are loca

Using the power lumbar support (if equipped)The power lumbar control is locatedon the outboard side of the seat.Press one side of the control toadjust

Memory seats (if equipped)This system allows automaticpositioning of the driver seat andoutside rearview mirrors to twoprogrammable positions.The memo

All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should alwaysproperly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag SRS isprovided.It is extremely

2. To unfasten, push the releasebutton and remove the tongue fromthe buckle.The front outboard and rear safety restraints in the vehicle arecombinatio

How to use the automatic locking mode• Buckle the combination lap andshoulder belt.• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt

Front safety belt height adjustmentYour vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments for the driver and frontpassenger. Adjust the height of theshoulder

Insert the tongue into the correctbuckle (the buckle closest to thedirection the tongue is comingfrom). To lengthen the belt, turn thetongue at a righ

Charging systemIlluminates when the ignition isturned to the ON position and theengine is off. The light alsoilluminates when the battery is notchargi

Conditions of operationIf... Then...The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignition switchis turned to the ON position...The safety belt wa

AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautionsThe supplemental restraint systemis designed to wo

Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the airbag:• Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching thepedals co

How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work?The air bag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustainssufficient longitudinal decele

Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do nottouch them after inflation.If the air bag is inflated, the air bag will not function

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS servicedat your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately. Unlessserviced,

How does the side air bag system work?The side air bag system consists ofthe following:• An inflatable nylon bag (air bag)with a gas generator conceal

Several air bag systemcomponents get hot afterinflation. Do not touch them afterinflation.If the side air bag hasdeployed, the air bag willnot functio

Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles(including pretensioners)For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles, see your localdealer

If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt canbe positioned so it does not cross or rest in front of the child’s face orneck,