2005 Ford Freestar Owner Guide 3rd Printing
2005 Ford Freestar Manual
2005 Ford Freestar manual content summary:
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4 10 10 15 Entertainment Systems AM/FM AM/FM AM/FM AM/FM stereo stereo with CD stereo with in-dash six CD stereo cassette with CD 18 18 20 23 26 Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Rear window defroster 34 34 44 Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement 45 45 49 51 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 2
Safety restraints Airbags Child restraints 112 112 137 152 164 Tires, Wheels and Loading Tire Information Changing tires Lug Nut Torque Low tire warning system Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing 178 178 183 191 200 203 210 214 Driving Starting Brakes Transmission operation 215 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 3
storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2005 Ford Motor Company 3 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 4
new Ford. Please take the automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g. collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside Emergencies chapter. 4 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 5
consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct chapter for more information on oil usage. 5 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 6
throttle, steering or brake systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may the information independently of Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada. 6 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 7
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result . Refer to this Owner's Guide for all other required information and warnings. 7 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 8
See Owner's Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System Brake Fluid Non-Petroleum Based Speed Control Powertrain Malfunction Master Lighting Switch Hazard - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 9
, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack MAX MIN Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap Low tire pressure warning 9 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 10
vehicle serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. 10 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 11
decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle. Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer. Anti-lock brake system: If the ABS light stays illuminated or ABS continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have the system serviced immediately by - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 12
you to fasten your safety belt. Check transaxle: Illuminates when a transaxle problem has been detected and shifting may be restricted. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 13
the light does not turn ON, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. For more information on this system, refer to Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System in Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged. 13 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 14
or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. Bulb warning: Illuminates when one of the exterior front turn lamps or rear brake/turn/tail lamps bulb has burned out. • Without Message Center 14 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 15
OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver's door is opened. door is opened. Turn signal warning chime: Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn and not turned off after the vehicle is driven more than 1/2 mile (0.8 km). GAUGES 15 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 16
the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal Controls chapter on how to switch the display from Metric to English. 16 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 17
the vehicle is in motion or on a grade. The arrow near the fuel pump icon indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located. Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information. 17 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 18
AM/FM STEREO SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) / Tuner: Press to 1. manually go up or down the radio frequency. Also use in menu mode to select various Use Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers. / / SEEK, SEEK . Use 18 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 19
Entertainment Systems 3. Seek: manually decrease / increase the hours. Press CLK Press again to set the minutes. When this audio is used in cargo vans where no rear speakers are installed in the vehicle, fading to the rear speakers will result in no audio output. 19 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 20
Allows you to set the strongest local radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/FM1/FM2 . Press / / SEEK to the system will store the last one in the remaining presets. Bass: Press to adjust the bass setting. Use 20 / / SEEK . 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide ( - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 21
Systems automatically changes slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind / / SEEK to adjust. noise. chapter. 4. Aux: Press to toggle between FES/DVD and AUX modes. If no auxiliary sources are available, NO AUX AUDIO will be 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 22
the ignition switch is turned back on. 17. CD: Press to enter CD mode. If a CD is already loaded into the system, CD play will begin where it ended last. 18. CD eject: Press to eject a CD. 19. CD slot: Insert a CD label side up. 22 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 23
PREMIUM IN-DASH SIX CD SOUND SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) / Tuner: Press to 1. manually go up or down the radio frequency. Also use in menu mode to select . Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers. / / SEEK . Use 23 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 24
Systems Speed sensitive volume (if equipped): Radio volume automatically changes slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind / / SEEK to adjust. noise stations without losing your original manually set preset stations for AM/ 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 25
Entertainment Systems 10. Fast forward: Press to manually advance in a CD track. 11. Rewind: Press to manually reverse in a CD track auto load up to six CDs. 19. CD eject: Press to eject a CD, then select the desired CD slot using the radio presets 1 through 6. 25 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 26
to 1. manually go up or down the radio frequency. Also use in menu mode to select various settings. 2. Seek: Press to access the next strong station or track. 3. Phone/mute: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media. 26 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 27
head, you can clear the reminder through menu control and selecting YES. 5. AUX: Press to toggle between FES/DVD and AUX modes. If no auxiliary sources are available, NO AUX AUDIO will be displayed. To return to radio mode, press AM/FM. 27 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 28
Entertainment Systems 6. Tape eject: Press to eject a the current CD track. 11. Fast forward: Press to manually advance in a CD track or cassette. 12. Rewind: Press to manually reverse in a CD track or cassette. 13. Memory presets band. 28 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 29
the volume will come back on at a "nominal" listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. 18. CD: Press to enter CD mode. If a CD is already loaded into the system, CD play will different radio stations at the same time.) 29 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 30
such as both trying to listen to the same playing media), the front audio system will receive the desired selection. To activate Dual Play mode (rear seat passengers as well as the Family Entertainment system (if equipped). COMPRESS 30 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 31
System and shall only be used lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception. • Station overload: When you pass a broadcast tower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and play while the weak station frequency is displayed. 31 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 32
Entertainment Systems CASSETTE/PLAYER CARE Do player for a long time when not being played. CD/CD PLAYER CARE Do: • Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface. • Inspect discs before playing using a circular motion. 32 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 33
may damage CDs. Please contact your dealer for further information. AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTY AND SERVICE Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician. 33 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 34
A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages automatically in MAX A/C, and . 6. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. 34 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 35
. . Use with A/C to provide • Select A/C and recirculated air colder airflow. • Set the fan to the highest speed initially, performance it is suggested to not operate the auxiliary system (if so equipped) until the engine temperature gauge 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 36
Climate Controls DUAL ZONE MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM WITH REAR PASSENGER COMPARTMENT CLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Air flow selections: Controls located in the rear seat. Press again to turn the auxiliary system off. 36 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 37
of MAX A/C or can be engaged manually in any other airflow selection except . Recirculation may turn off automatically in all airflow selections except MAX A/C. 7. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 38
control selector to the coldest setting. • Select A/C and recirculated air colder airflow. . Use with A/C to provide • Set the performance it is suggested to not operate the auxiliary system (if so equipped) until the engine temperature gauge 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 39
later in this chapter for more information. Rear fan speed control: Press to enable the auxiliary system 5. R or to adjust the rear fan speed from the front control. The rear fan speed settings available are 4, 3, 2, 1 and O (OFF). 39 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 40
air can be . Recirculated air engaged manually in any airflow selection except may turn off automatically in all airflow selections. 7. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages , and . automatically in AUTO - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 41
2, 1 and O (OFF). Passenger heated seat control: Press once to activate the high 6. heat setting (2 indicator lights). Press again to activate the low heat setting (1 indicator light). Press again to deactivate the passenger heated seat. 41 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 42
vents. 10. : Distributes air through the instrument panel vents. 11. Manual override controls: Allows you to change the system operation. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO. 12. Driver heated seat control: Press once to activate the high heat setting (2 indicator lights). Press again to - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 43
with the airflow to the back seats. • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of the windshield. • For maximum cooling performance (MAX A/C): In AUTO mode, press AUTO control and set to desired temperature. or , A/C and recirculated In manual override control, select and - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 44
dust and pollen particles. The filter is located just in front of the windshield under the cowl vent screen on the passenger side of the vehicle. For more information, or to replace the filter, see your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. 44 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 45
. The autolamp system also keeps the lights on for a fixed period of time after the ignition switch is turned to OFF. • To turn autolamps on, rotate the . control counterclockwise to A P • To turn autolamps off, rotate the control clockwise to . 45 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 46
weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision. 46 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 47
is ajar or the dome lamp is on via manual activation using the dome lamp switch or the headlamp switch, whichever is provided. The system will not turn off the parking lamps if the from right to left to dim the instrument panel. 47 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 48
in which the dome lamps will remain off and only the lower lamps will illuminate. This lighting mode can be activated by rotating the thumbwheel to the first left detent position (as denoted the wall or screen and open the hood. 48 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 49
positioning the horizontal edge of the high intensity light on the horizontal reference line. 6. HORIZONTAL AIM turn signal. The cornering lamps feature (if equipped) automatically illuminates the left or right cornering lamps, located at 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 50
lights illuminate when: • any door will stay on door is shut. If any other door has been opened from the inside, the lamp will shut off immediately after the door is closed. To activate the map lamps, press the control on either side of the center operation switch. 50 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 51
moist air enters the headlamp(s) through the vents, there is a possibility that condensation can occur. This condensation is normal and will clear within 45 minutes of headlamp operation. Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. 51 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 52
lamps W5WL High-mount brake lamp LED (see dealer door mounted courtesy lamp 168 Visor vanity lamp - Slide on Rail system 37 (SOR) All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer. 52 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 53
order. Replacing front parking/turn/sidemarker signal bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and open the hood. 2. Remove the two headlamp retaining pins to release the headlamp assembly, then pull the headlamp assembly forward to expose the bulb socket. 53 2005 Freestar (win - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 54
Lights 3. To remove the side marker bulb, turn the bulb socket counterclockwise, and and push in new bulb. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs For bulb replacement, see your authorized dealer. 54 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 55
Lights Replacing license plate lamp bulb The license plate bulbs are located in the license plate housing assembly on the lamp by turning counterclockwise. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector. Install the new bulb in reverse order. 55 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 56
without washer fluid. • a quick push and hold: the wipers will swipe three times with washer fluid. • a long push and hold: the wipers and washer fluid will be activated control will automatically return to the INT2 or OFF position. 56 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 57
at an angle from the wiper arm. Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward arm and press it into place until a click is heard. Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance. Poor 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 58
console will vary according to your option package. Conversation mirror The conversation mirror allows the driver to view the rear seating area. This does not replace the rear view mirror. 58 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 59
large buildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magnetic or metallic objects placed in or on the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy. Adjustments may need to be made to the zone and calibration of the compass. 59 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 60
a tight circle in a magnetically clean area such as an open parking lot. Drive at a rate not faster than 15 seconds per circle 5 mph (8km/h). 60 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 61
and/or pets are not in the proximity of the sliding door openings. Injury could result if body parts are caught or pinched in an uncontrolled sliding door. Manual door operation when vehicle is stopped or parked on a downhill grade 61 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 62
the ON position. The sliding door must be unlocked for the PSD to power open from the rear trim switches and the inside or outside PSD handles. The fuel filler door must be closed in order to avoid damage to it when the left sliding door is opened. 62 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 63
transmitter or power door unlock. Refer to Remote Entry System in the Locks and security chapter. • Manually pull the inside or outside sliding door handle to engage the power assist feature. Release the handle as soon as the PSD begins to power open. 63 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 64
outside handle remain functional for power operation. Safety/Obstructions If anything obstructs the Power Sliding Door while it is power closing or opening, the door will automatically reverse or stop depending on the position of the door, provided it meets sufficient resistance. 64 2005 Freestar - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 65
for service. Sliding Door Child Safety Lock Your vehicle is equipped with a sliding door child safety lock that helps prevent passengers from operating the sliding door by using the inside door handle, refer to the Childproof door locks in the Locks and security chapter. 65 2005 Freestar (win - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 66
any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty. 66 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 67
not use the power point(s) over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC/180W. To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not on the right trim panel in the rear cargo area. 67 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 68
damage not covered by your part of the rocker switch to stop. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches and radio may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until any door or trunk is opened. 68 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 69
light from behind the vehicle, it will automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare. The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the vehicle is placed in R (Reverse) to ensure a bright clear view when backing . 69 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 70
the sliding door is open, the indicator in the appropriate mirror will flash indicating people may be entering/exiting the vehicle. Fold-away mirrors Pull the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. 70 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 71
pedal. Speed control does not work at speeds below 30 mph (48 km/h). If your vehicle is equipped with AdvanceTrac system, the speed control will automatically disengage when the road conditions change. When driving conditions speed. 71 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 72
it. 4. Take your foot off the accelerator pedal. light on the 5. The indicator instrument cluster will turn on. Note: • Vehicle speed may vary momentarily when driving up and down a steep hill. • If the vehicle speed increases above the set speed on a downhill, you may want to apply the brakes to - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 73
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. 73 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 74
safety and security when appropriately used, particularly in emergency situations. Safety must be paramount when using mobile communications equipment to avoid negating these benefits. 74 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 75
operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal. To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure. HOMELINKா WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The HomeLink Wireless Control System, located on the driver's visor, provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand-held transmitters - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 76
Canadian residents. 4. The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly. Release both buttons when the indicator light flashes rapidly. (The rapid flashing light indicates acceptance of the hand-held transmitters' radio frequency signals.) 76 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 77
repeat Step 1. Note: If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and replace Step 3 with the following: Note: If programming a garage door opener or gate operator, it is advised to unplug the device during the "cycling" process to prevent overheating. 77 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 78
product (garage door, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, or home or office lighting etc.). For and hold the two outer HomeLink buttons until the indicator light begins to flash-after 20 seconds. Release both buttons. 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 79
Driver Controls 2. The indicator light will begin to flash brief indicator chime. The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings followed by an indicator two lines) INFO SETUP RESET 79 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 80
the speed control system engaged to display a stabilized average. 2. Record the highway fuel economy for future reference. It is important to press the RESET control after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings. 80 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 81
Units (English/Metric) • System Check INFO SETUP RESET Language 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current language to be displayed. 2. Pressing the RESET control cycles the message center through each of the language choices. 81 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 82
in XX% 2. Charging system 3. Washer fluid level 4. Brake fluid level 5. Doors and liftgate status 6. Exterior lamps status 7. Traction Control status 8. Tire inflation status 9. Fuel level status (hold to reset to relearn) 10. Distance to empty 82 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 83
rear door ajar Right rear door ajar Transmission overheated Check traction control (if equipped) Park brake set Check brake system ETC-Engine failsafe mode Reduce engine power Stop engine safely Warning cannot be reset Warning returns after 10 minutes 83 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 84
dealer for transmission service as soon as possible. PARK BRAKE SET. Displayed when the manual park brake is set. If the warning stays on after the park brake is released, contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM. Displayed when the braking system is not operating - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 85
in the fuel tank is at or near empty. WASHER FLUID LOW. Indicates the washer fluid reservoir is less than one quarter full. Check the washer fluid level. Refer to Windshield washer fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 85 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 86
be displayed. An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center. USE ONLY RECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change [approximately 5, TO 100%". Your oil life is now reset. 86 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 87
same time to activate a service mode which will display " indicate improper operation of the vehicle network communication between electronic modules. • Fuel Computer • Oil life • Charging system • Door sensor • Liftgate sensor • Exterior lamps • Traction control 87 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 88
• Washer fluid • Brake Fluid Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible if these messages occur on a regular basis. LIFTGATE Unlock the liftgate (but not release it) with the power door lock system and remote entry transmitter. To open the liftgate, pull the liftgate handle rearward. • Do - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 89
liftgate begins to power close. A single chime indicates a problem with the close request. WARNING: Make sure door. The PLG could be damaged from the contact. Do not attempt to manually force the PLG to travel faster than the power system 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 90
interior lights. Refer to Remote Entry System in the Locks and Security chapter. To power open the PLG with outside release handle: 1. Ensure that the Power Door Lockout Power Door Lockout Switch is set to ON and that the transaxle is in Park. 90 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 91
conditions occur: • a low voltage or dead battery • disconnected battery • the liftgate has been left open or unlatched for more than six (6) hours If any of these conditions occur, the PLG must be reset. To reset the PLG: 1. Manually . 91 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 92
air or heavy braking. Utility hooks RACK (IF EQUIPPED) Maximum load is 125 lbs (57 kg) on the roof rack structure, or 100 lbs (45 kg) on the roof panel, evenly distributed. If it is not possible to distribute the load, position it as far rearward as possible. 92 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 93
steps 1 and 2 to install the other cross-bar. Note: When the cross-bars are not in use, remove or move the cross-bars to the back of the roof rack for optimum wind noise. 93 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 94
in the ignition. When you open the driver's door and you lock the vehicle with the power door lock control, all the doors will lock, then the driver's door will automatically unlock reminding you that your key is still in the ignition. 94 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 95
your key, a small screwdriver or knife, pry off the access panel. 3. Using your key, a small screwdriver or knife, poke or cut a hole in the liftgate door foam as large as the access window and move the lock/unlock lever accordingly: 95 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 96
moved, you can open the liftgate from the outside liftgate handle. REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 97
a driver's side power sliding door and/or passenger side power sliding door (if equipped). • unlock/open the power liftgate (PLG) (if equipped). • activate the personal alarm. • arm and disarm the perimeter anti-theft system (if equipped). 97 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 98
Locks and Security If there are problems with the remote entry system, make sure to take ALL remote entry transmitters with you to the authorized dealer in order to aid in troubleshooting the problem. Unlocking the doors 1. Press and release to unlock the driver's door. Note: The interior lamps will - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 99
perimeter alarm) are closed and locked. and release again within three seconds to confirm that all the 2. Press doors and liftgate are closed and locked. Note: The doors will lock again, the horn will chirp once, and the parking lamps will flash once more. 99 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 100
) or the 1 (ACCESSORY) position to deactivate. Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 101
have passed you will need to start the procedure over again. 7. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that this remote entry transmitter has been programmed. 8. Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remote entry transmitter. 101 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 102
exterior lamps illuminate when the vehicle is unlocked using the remote entry transmitter, keyless keypad, or the driver's door key lock cylinder (if equipped with perimeter alarm). The following items will illuminate: • Puddle lamps 102 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 103
your vehicle serviced by your authorized dealer. You may also perform the following power door lock sequence Lights chapter. Memory feature (if equipped) The remote entry system allows you to recall the memory seat/side view mirrors/adjustable pedals feature. 103 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 104
on the driver's door panel again. 3. Repeat this procedure for another remote transmitter if desired. KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) You doors (if equipped). recall memory seat/side view mirrors/adjustable pedals position Driver 1 or Driver 2 (if equipped). 104 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 105
to the left of the steering, near the brake pedal), • and is available from your authorized dealer , programming mode is exited. All of the vehicle doors will lock and unlock to confirm the code has replace the factory-set code. 105 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 106
within five seconds to open (or close) the left power sliding door or the 9 • 0 control in order to open (or close) the right power sliding door. Autolock This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when: • all doors are closed, 106 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 107
the autolock feature using the power door unlock control You must close all the vehicle doors and complete Steps 1-7 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to be repeated, you must wait 30 seconds. 107 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 108
system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Theft indicator The theft indicator spare keys in this chapter. 108 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 109
a momentary "no start" condition if they are too close to the key when starting the engine. If a problem occurs, turn the ignition to vehicle and new codes will need to be re-coded. Replacing coded keys can be very costly and you may want to 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 110
key(s) will not start the vehicle's engine and the theft indicator will flash on and off and you may repeat Steps 1 through 5. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the new spare key(s) programmed. 110 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 111
ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The perimeter anti-theft system will warn you in the event of an unauthorized entry to your vehicle. If there is any potential perimeter anti-theft problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are taken to the authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 112
SEATING Notes: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat's safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Do not pile cargo . The head restraints can be moved up and down. 112 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 113
the driver's seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Lift handle to move seat forward or backward. Pull lever up to adjust seatback. 113 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 114
the seat's safety belt in the event of a collision. The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Press to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion. Press to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion. 114 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 115
time to deactivate. The indicator light on the control will illuminate when activated. For low heat, 1 light will be lit; for high heat, both lights will be lit. The heating of the seat turns off after 10 minutes or when the vehicle is turned off. Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) The - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 116
Restraints Memory seats/sideview mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped) This system allows automatic positioning of the driver seat, outside rearview mirrors, and SET adjustable pedals to two programmable positions. The memory seat control is located on the door next to the window 1 2 inside from - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 117
head restraint. Push button to lower head restraint. Seat mounted cup holders (if equipped) Deploy by pressing the button on top of the cupholder. 117 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 118
injure you in a collision. Adjusting 2nd row seats (if equipped) Lift control to adjust seat forward or backward. • 2nd row bucket seat (if equipped) 118 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 119
control forward to adjust seat back. Using same control will fold the seat back flat. 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. 119 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 120
full rear position (if equipped). Note: Place the front row seat in a forward position to allow the 2nd row to be fully upright. Lift the handle located on the rear lower corner of the seat. The seat back will fold flat. 120 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 121
Seating and Safety Restraints Continuing to lift the handle will tumble the seat forward, allowing easier access to the third row seat. After entering occupied or empty. If not latched, the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop. 121 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 122
stop. Second row bench seat tip slide feature 1. Push the side easy-entry control handle forward and allow the seat back to flip forward. 2. Push the seat forward to allow access to the third row. position to allow the seat to return. 122 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 123
accessing the third row seat Second row bench seat To exit the third row, activate the easy entry system by pulling on the strap on the rear of the seat. This will cause the seatback to returned. Push on the cushion to return the seat. 123 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 124
seat to be fully upright. 3. Place seat in tumbled position. (See Accessing 3rd row seat) 4. From inside the vehicle, pull up on front floor release handle. 5. Rotate the seat rearward at a 30 to 45 degree angle. 124 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 125
row bench seat 1. Detach the lap/shoulder belts from both sides of the seat by inserting a seat belt tongue or key into the buckle release slot, pushing upward as shown, and pulling out the mini-tongue on the end of the seat belt. 125 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 126
the lap/shoulder belts. 3. Clip the end of the belt to the stationary portion of the shoulder belt coming out of the trim panel. The end of the shoulder belt must be clipped in order to keep it from striking anything during vehicle operation. 126 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 127
that the seat belt buckle is near the center aisle of the vehicle. The seatback must be folded flat prior to installation. 1. Position the seat in vehicle. Place first row seat in a forward position to allow the second row seat to be installed. 127 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 128
of front tub at a 30 to 45 degree angle. 3. Rotate the seat forward until it latches onto the front pin. 4. Rotate seat rearward until the back of the seat latches onto the floor. 128 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 129
Seating and Safety Restraints 5. Operate recline lever and push the seat back upright. Ensure seat is latched to vehicle floor by pushing/pulling on seat. If not . 2. Align seat front hooks to the rear most pins of the front tub. 129 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 130
not latched, the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop. Stowing the third row seat 1. If the comfort guide is on the center lap/shoulder belt, slip the guide off the belt and stow the guide in the pocket on the back of the seat. 130 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 131
to carry very large objects or items that might damage the center lap/shoulder belt, detach the belt from the seat. Use a key or seat belt tongue to release the buckle. 3. Store the tongue of the sliding latchplate in the belt pocket. 131 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 132
belt pocket to avoid potential damage to the seat. 5. Push the head restraint release buttons and move the head restraints fully down. Remove all objects from the seat and stowage tub. 6. From the rear of the vehicle, fold seat back by pulling and releasing the number 1 strap. 132 2005 Freestar - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 133
't let go of the number 1 strap before the seat back folds completely, the seat may not stow flat in the tub. Refer to the label attached to the rear of the vehicle seat. 7. Release the cushion latches by pulling the number 2 strap. 133 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 134
Restraints 8. Pull the number 3 strap on the seat back to tumble seat all the way in to the tub by pulling up on the exposed strap or handle. Once seat is at a vertical position, push the seat over, letting it fall onto the latches. 134 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 135
, pull the number 3 strap to raise the seat back. 3. Release the number 1 strap to allow the the center lap/shoulder belt is detached, remove the belt from the ceiling storage area just end of the belt to the mini- to allow for adjustment of the seat back for improved comfort. To activate the recliner - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 136
in the tailgate position. Ensure head restraints are moved to their full down position, all seat belts are released from the seat, seat and stowage tub are free of objects. 1. Push the position. 2 Do not sit on the head restraints. 136 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 137
• Restraint system warning light and back-up tone. • The electrical wiring for the airbags, crash sensor(s), safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt usage sensors, driver seat position sensor, passenger occupant classification sensor, and indicator lights. 137 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 138
close to the driver airbag by providing a lower airbag output level. Front passenger sensing system For airbags to do their job they must inflate with great force, and this force can pose a potentially deadly risk to occupants that are very close 138 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 139
and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. The passenger occupant classification sensor can automatically turn off the passenger front airbag. The system is designed to help protect small (child size) occupants from airbag deployments when they are improperly - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 140
or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Warning light section in the Instrument cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the Personal Safety System is not required. The Restraints Control Module (RCM) monitors its own internal circuits and the circuits for the airbag - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 141
2) Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder. 3) Never use a single belt for more than one person. Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. 141 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 142
webbing in a controlled manner. This helps reduce the belt force acting on the user's chest. Failure to inspect and replace if necessary the Belt and Retractor assembly after an accident could increase the risk of injury in a collision. 142 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 143
allows free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 143 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA ( - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 144
dealer after any collision to verify that the Љautomatic locking retractorЉ feature for child seats is still working properly. Safety belt assemblies should be inspected according to the procedures in the Workshop Manual and must be replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. Failure - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 145
so that the belt is centered on the occupant's shoulder. Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. 145 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 146
feature. Then...The safety belt warning light illuminates 1-2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off. The safety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off. 146 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 147
the safety belts are buckled. The BeltMinder feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds, repeating for approximately 5 minutes or until the safety belts are buckled. 147 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 148
younger brothers/sisters imitate behavior they see. "I'm not going far" "Belts are uncomfortable" "I was in a hurry" "Safety belts don't work" "Traffic is light" "Belts wrinkle my clothes" "The people I'm with don't wear belts" 148 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 149
and Safety Restraints Reasons given..."I have an airbag" Consider...Airbags offer greater protection when used with safety belts. Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear procedure, make sure that: • The parking brake is set 149 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 150
state. (Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety belt warning light turns off.) • After Step 3, the restraint system warning light (airbag light) will be turned on for three seconds. 4. Within 10 seconds of the light turning on, at a moderate speed, buckle then unbuckle the safety - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 151
be increased risk of injury in the event of a subsequent collision. Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. 151 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 152
slowly; there is a risk of injury from a deploying airbag. 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. 152 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 153
equipment to the front end of the vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the airbag system, increasing the risk of injury. Do not modify the front end of the vehicle. 153 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 154
these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision. Airbags can airbags are designed to inflate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 154 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 155
of: • driver and passenger airbag modules (which include the inflators and airbags). • side airbags (if equipped). Refer to Side airbag system later in this chapter. • one or more impact and safing sensors. • a readiness light and tone. 155 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 156
the system wiring, the airbag system readiness light, the airbag back up power and the airbag ignitors. Front passenger sensing system The front passenger sensing system will turn off the front passenger's frontal airbag under certain conditions. The driver's airbag and side airbag are not part of - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 157
system has turned off the passenger's frontal airbag, the Љpassenger airbag offЉ or Љpass airbag offЉ indicator will light and stay lit to remind you that the front passenger frontal airbag of injury during a crash is greatly increased. 157 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 158
or Lit medium object with safety belt buckled Disabled Disabled In case there is a problem with the passenger sensing system, the airbag readiness light in the instrument cluster will stay lit. DO NOT attempt to repair or service the system; take your vehicle immediately to an authorized dealer - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 159
head on the door. The side airbag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback. Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag SRS, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag. See your authorized dealer. 159 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 160
to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates airbag inflation. The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the forces were 160 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 161
. Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. 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 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 162
flex open above the side doors to allow Safety Canopy deployment. • The same readiness airbag light, electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front airbags. • Two crash sensors mounted under the front seats (one on each side). 162 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 163
booster seat because it is designed to inflate downward from the headliner above the doors along the side window opening. The Safety Canopy system Safety Canopy system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. 163 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 164
the Safety Canopy 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 light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system. Refer to the Airbag readiness section in the - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 165
instructions and warnings that come with any infant or child restraint you might use. Children and safety belts If the child is the proper size belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. 165 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 166
and no head restraint, a backless booster seat may place your child's head (top of ear level) above the top of the seat. In this case, move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat back and lap/shoulder belts. 166 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 167
- the safest place for children to ride. Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. Never put the shoulder belt under a child's arm or behind the back because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 168
) in a child restraint, and to provide upper torso restraint for children up to 80 pounds (36 kg) using an upper torso harness and a belt-positioning booster. Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position with LATCH and - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 169
been detached from the seat to carry large cargo, remove the safety belt from the stowage area on the ceiling and buckle the small tongue on the end of the belt to the mini-buckle on the left side of the center seat position. 169 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 170
. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage. Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. 170 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 171
retractor is in the automatic locking mode (you should not be able to pull more belt out). If the retractor is not locked, unbuckle the belt and repeat Steps two through nine. Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use. 171 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 172
strap which goes over the back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point. Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats power adjustment does not have a tether anchor. The two tether anchors on the back of the second row bench seat can be used either for child safety seats - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 173
manual adjusting seats only) 1. Position the child safety seat on the passenger seat cushion. 2. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. If the head restraint is adjustable, route it to the seat frame. 173 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 174
be retained properly in the event of a collision. 5. Rotate the tether strap clip. 6. Install the child safety seat tightly using the LATCH anchors or safety belts. Follow the instructions in this chapter. 174 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 175
Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer's instructions. Rear seating positions Follow Steps 1-7 as described above for the following available seats: • 2nd row bucket • 2nd row bench • 3rd row bench 175 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 176
block access to the safety belt buckles. Never attach two LATCH child safety seats to the same anchor. In a crash, one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat attachments and may break, causing serious injury or death. 176 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 177
rear section of the rear seat between the cushion and seat back. Follow the child seat manufacturer's instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments. Attach LATCH child being injured in a crash greatly increases. 177 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 178
Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford Motor conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete. A tire marked C may have poor traction performance. 178 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 179
of air in a tire. • Standard load: A class of P-metric or Metric tires designed to carry a maximum load at 35 psi [37 psi (2.5 bar) for Metric tires]. Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increase the tire's load carrying capability. 179 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 180
trips, inspect each tire and check the tire pressure with a tire gauge (including spare, if equipped). Inflate all tires to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. 180 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 181
that may permit air leakage from the be repaired or replaced. For your automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate. Ford handles. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure is the tire manufactures' maximum permissible pressure and/or the pressure at which the 181 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 182
. 6. Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or other objects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an air leak. 7. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges, cuts or bulges. 182 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 183
your low tire warning light is on, refer to Low tire warning in this chapter. The use of tire sealants is not recommended and may damage your tires. The use of tire sealants may also affect your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (if equipped). 183 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 184
light until the spare tire is replaced with a proper full-size tire. To reset the system drive through an automatic car wash, handling, stability and braking performance • comfort and noise • ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter driving capability 184 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 185
of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and body • Driving vehicles with a load on the cargo rack Drive cautiously when using a dissimilar spare tire/wheel and seek service as soon as possible. 185 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 186
jack with a clip. Inside tire tether kit, next to jack. Attached to the jack kit. Jack handle Flat tire tether, wing screw Jack extension tool (cargo van model only) Removing the jack and tools wrench onto end nut of extension tool. 186 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 187
stow the full size tire or any brake is set, then block (in both directions) the wheel that is diagonally opposite (other side and end of the vehicle) to the tire being changed. If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be seriously injured. 187 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 188
wheel with the tapered end of the wheel nut wrench. Insert and twist the handle, then pry against the wheel. 5. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 188 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 189
Ford Accessory Running Boards have been installed, use the jack adapters supplied with the running boards as described on the inside of the jack storage area. 6. Locate the jack notch next to the door the jack handle counterclockwise. 189 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 190
by snapping it back into place. 13. Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench away in the proper stowage locations. Stowing the flat and full-size tire Failure to follow these instructions may result in click when the tire is properly secured. 190 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 191
the jack handle increases significantly and the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips when the tire spare tire carrier ratchets or slips with little effort, take the vehicle to your Ford recommended replacement fasteners. 191 Bolt size 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 192
speed rating for your vehicle may be different from this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association (T&RA), that may be used for service on cars, SUVs, minivans and light trucks. Note: If your tire size does not begin with a letter this may mean it is designated by - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 193
law. 7. H: Indicates the tire's speed rating. The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods of time under a standard condition of load and tire manufacturers always use the letters ZR. 193 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 194
indicates that the tire meets all federal standards. The next two numbers or letters are the plant code designating where it was manufactured, the next two are the tire size the driver's door, for the conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. 194 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 195
rear axle (a total of six or more tires on the vehicle). 4. Maximum Load Single lb. (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single; defined as two tires (total) on the rear axle. 195 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 196
tire inflation pressure by tire size and other important information located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading - with and without a trailer section. 196 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 197
, snowy, etc.) conditions. Visually check your tires replaced to prevent your vehicle from skidding and hydroplaning. Built-in treadwear indicators system, a road tire or the spare tire may be exposed to hot exhaust temperatures requiring the tire to be replaced. 197 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 198
tires in excess of the 35 mph (55 km/h) point indicated on the speedometer. Highway hazards No matter how carefully you is under-inflated or damaged, deflate it, remove wheel and replace it with your spare tire and wheel. If you cannot detect 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 199
and Loading Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the scheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle) will help • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) 199 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 200
AWD problem in brand, size or appearance from system is designed to detect a significant loss of inflation in any one of your tires on your vehicle. The system uses the Anti-lock brake wheel speed sensors to detect a change in wheel speed due to tire deflation. 200 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 201
display window. Once "TIRE RESET" or "CHECK TIRE AND RESET" is displayed, press and hold the button for three seconds. The low tire warning indicator light will flash three times as the low tire warning system begins to initialize. 201 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 202
not reset after tire rotation, air pressure adjustment, a tire change, wheel alignment or tire balancing. • System was not reset after the ABS warning lamp illuminates. The low tire warning feature can be turned off by your authorized dealer. 202 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 203
, it is recommended that steel wheels (of the same size and specifications) be used as chains may chip aluminum wheels securely, verifying that the chains do not touch any wiring, brake lines or fuel lines. • Drive cautiously. If you hear 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 204
vehicle can be found on the Tire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver's door (vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a Tire Label). Look for "THE COMBINED to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 204 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 205
Tires, Wheels and Loading Example only: Cargo Weight - includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load or king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. 205 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 206
Pillar or the edge of the driver's door. The total load on each axle must never exceed its GAWR. Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label axle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 207
, not at GCWR. Separate functional brakes should be used for safe control of towed vehicles and for trailers where the GCW of the towing vehicle plus the trailer exceed the GVWR of the towing vehicle. The GCW must never exceed the GCWR. 207 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 208
the Safety Compliance Certification Label. Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the originals because Consult this manual to determine how this reduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. 208 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 209
Front or the Rear Gross Axle Weight Rating specified for your vehicle on the Safety Compliance Certification Label found on the edge of the driver's door. 209 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 210
Conditions in the scheduled maintenance information. • Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 500 miles (800 km). • Refer to the instructions included with towing accessories for the proper installation and adjustment specifications. 210 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 211
trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of control and personal injury. Preparing to tow Use section for range details on a specific trailer load. 211 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 212
to function properly. Your lamp outage feature may also be disabled or provide incorrect information. See your authorized dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps. 212 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 213
information, refer to Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4-speed automatic transmission in the Driving chapter. • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. • Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may occur. Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 214
flatbed transport vehicle) your vehicle can be flat towed (all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: • Place the transmission in N (Neutral). • Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h). • Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km). 214 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 215
accessories without locking the steering wheel. This position also allows the automatic transmission shift lever to be moved from the P (Park) position without the brake pedal and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. 215 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 216
information on safety belts and their proper usage, refer to the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and electrical accessories are off. 3. Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). 4. Make sure the parking brake is set. 216 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 217
have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver's safety belt is fastened, the Starting the engine Note: Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. light may not illuminate. 217 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 218
(START) without pressing the accelerator pedal and release as soon as the systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take air conditioning to bring in fresh air. 218 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 219
on the brake BRAKE system warning light. Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS) Your vehicle is equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS). This system helps you maintain steering control during emergency stops by keeping the brakes from locking. Noise from the ABS pump motor and brake pedal - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 220
(if equipped as part of the AdvanceTracா system) The Brake Assist system provides full braking force during panic braking situations. It detects a rapid application of the brake pedal and maximizes the amount of brake booster assist, helping the driver to achieve maximum braking pressure. Once - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 221
status is indicated by the TRAC OFF indicator light in the instrument cluster when the system is deactivated. If a failure is detected in the AdvanceTrac system, the TRAC OFF indicator light in the instrument cluster will stay on. Vehicle equipped 221 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 222
A rumble or grinding noise • A slight deceleration of the vehicle • The TRAC ACTIVE indicator light will illuminate • If your foot is on the brake pedal, you will feel a vibration in the pedal. • If the driving condition is severe and your foot is not on the brake, the brake pedal will move to apply - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 223
out of P (Park) with the ignition in the 4 (ON) position and the brake pedal depressed: 1. Apply the parking brake. 2. Insert the key and turn it to the 3 (OFF) position. Apply the brake pedal and shift to N (Neutral). 3 2 1 4 5 223 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 224
shift manually. To put your vehicle in gear, start the engine, depress the brake pedal, then move gearshift lever out of P (Park). Once you place the gearshift lever securely into position, gradually release the brake pedal and use the accelerator as necessary. 224 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 225
. • Provides more engine braking than D (Overdrive). • Use when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from D (Overdrive) to other gears. Examples: city traffic, hilly terrain, heavy loads, trailer towing and when engine braking is required. 225 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 226
than a minute or damage to the transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat. REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The Reverse Sensing System (RSS) sounds a tone to warn include reduced performance or a false activation. 226 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 227
such as large trailer hitches, bike or surfboard racks and any device that may block the normal detection zone of the RSS system may create false beeps. The . Once the system detects an object approaching, the tone will sound again. 227 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 228
into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage. Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes. 228 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 229
. In Canada, the card is found in the Owner Information Guide in the glove compartment. U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicle customers who require roadside assistance, call 1-800-241-3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1-800-521-4140. 229 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 230
coverage beyond this period through the Ford Auto Club by contacting your authorized dealer. motorists. Note: With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery. FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH This device stops the electric fuel pump from 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 231
the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components. 15 Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire. 231 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 232
wheel by the brake pedal. Remove the panel cover to access the fuses. To remove the fuse panel cover, pull up on the latch on the right or left side of the cover. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover. 232 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 233
B+ feed, DVD Passive Anti-theft System (PATS) LED feed Auxiliary radio Auxiliary climate control system/Power Liftgate Module/Left and right power sliding door module/Data Link Connector (DLC)/Clock B+ feeds 7 8 10A 10A 9 10 11 10A 5A 5A 233 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 234
Power sliding door and power liftgate inhibit LED/Electrochromatic mirror Run/Start/Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Restraint Control Module (RCM)/Passenger Air bag Disable Indicator (PADI)/Passenger Occupant Detection System (PODS) Run/Start Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module/Brake pressure - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 235
's main electrical systems from overloads. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. To 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 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 236
Not used Right cooling fan Left cooling fan Starter solenoid Right-hand power sliding door SJB accessory #2 (driver power window) Auxiliary blower motor Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) #2 (coil power) Power liftgate SJB accessory #1 (passenger window, radio, vent windows) Left power seat/heated seat - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 237
Not used PCM KAP Alternator Adjustable pedals (non-memory) or memory Back-up lamps, Door locks 237 41 42 43 25A* 10A* 15A* 44 45 46 47 48 49 50 51 52 53 54 55 56 57 58 10A* 15A* 20A* 15A* - 10A* 10A* 10A* 20A* 10A* 30A* 25A* 30A* 20A* 30A* 59 60 20A* 30A* 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 238
overhead console, DVD/Rear climate control system, Headlamp switch illumination, Climate control , Visors, 2nd and 3rd row lamps, Cargo lamp, Defroster indicator 2nd and 3rd row seat power points Ignition switch #2 feed Cartridge Fuse 238 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 239
VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes and clothing, if contacted. 239 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 240
the vehicle's electrical system. 3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts. 4. Check all battery terminals and remove any - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 241
Emergencies 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. 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - - - + + - + + 241 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 242
A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery. 5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 243
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 battery. 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - - - - + + + + 243 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 244
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 conditions. 244 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 245
or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle. 245 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 246
YOU NEED At home You must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized dealer for warranty repairs. 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 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 247
-9333 www.lincolncanada.com In order to help you service your Lincoln vehicle, please have the following information available Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state's warranty laws. Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states. 247 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 248
the case of 1 or 2 above, the consumer must also notify the manufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity at the following address: Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE-B Dearborn, MI 48126 248 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 249
the vehicle. Eligibility may differ according to state law. For example, see the unique brochures for California, West Virginia, Georgia and Wisconsin purchasers/lessees. 249 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 250
you will receive an acknowledgment indicating: • The file number assigned Your authorized dealer and a Ford Motor Company representative will then name of the authorized dealer(s) who sold or serviced the vehicle. • A brief description of your 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 251
indicate once a month, it may take longer for the Board to consider Ford), TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952 or by writing to the Center at the following address: Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center P.O. Box 6248 Dearborn, Michigan 48121 251 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 252
or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP) coverage. It provides the following: • Benefits during the warranty period depending on the plan you purchase (such as: reimbursement for rentals; coverage for certain maintenance and wear items). • Protection against covered repair - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 253
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 Ford Motor Company Worldwide Direct Market Operations. 253 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 254
NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your authorized dealer, or Ford Motor Company. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1-800- motor vehicle safety from the Hotline. 254 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 255
any exterior accessories, such as antennas, before body (low-gloss black) colored trim, such as grained door handles, roof racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowl area. The paint sealant will "gray" or stain the parts over time. 255 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 256
when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. 256 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 257
Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all parts that require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when noise from the blades, and streaking and smearing of the windshield. To clean these items, follow these tips: 257 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 258
dealer. This washer fluid contains special solution in parts. • Wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol or windshield washer solution. Be sure to replace to avoid contamination of the air bag system. • Be certain to 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 259
leather upholstery. If this occurs, the leather should be cleaned immediately to avoid permanent staining. UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt. 259 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 260
AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many quality Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93) Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner (Canada only) (CXC-94) Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A) 260 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 261
authorized dealer can provide the necessary parts and service. Check your Warranty Guide/Owner Information Guide to find out which parts and services are covered. Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts conforming to specifications. Motorcraft parts are designed and built to - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 262
and Specifications OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the bottom left corner of the instrument panel. 2. Go to hood opening positions. Use the location which best suits your needs. 262 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 263
1. Brake fluid reservoir 2. Air filter assembly 3. Power distribution box 4. Battery 5. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 6. Engine oil dipstick 7. Engine oil filler cap 8. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 9. Engine coolant reservoir 10. Power steering fluid reservoir 263 2005 Freestar (win - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 264
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 a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 264 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 265
Insert the indicator 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. 265 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 266
an authorized dealer. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. 266 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 267
does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application. 267 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 268
which can cause personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery, always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide proper ventilation. 268 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 269
attention. If acid is swallowed, call a physician immediately. Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds. Wash hands after handling. To account for customer driving habits and conditions, your automatic transaxle electronically controls the shift feel by using - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 270
. If the concentration of coolant falls below 40% or above 60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly. A 50-50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • Freeze protection down to -34°F (-36°C). 270 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 271
information for service interval schedules. • Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not use engine coolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 272
with a non-pressurized cap on the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is cool. Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the "FULL COLD" level. For all other vehicles which have a 272 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 273
damage. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available. 273 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 274
for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids. Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle's cooling system can hold, refer to Refill capacities and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection. 274 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 275
tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is cancer-causing agent. Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materials 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 276
materials away from fuel; Stay outside your vehicle and do not leave the fuel pump unattended when refueling your vehicle - this is against the law in some places; Keep children away from the fuel pump; never let children pump fuel 276 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 277
on or if "Service Engine Soon/Check Engine" indicator comes on and stays on when you start the engine, the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed. Turn off the engine, remove the fuel filler cap, align the cap properly and reinstall it. If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 278
be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel with the cause these problems to become more pronounced. If the problems persist, see your authorized dealer. 278 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 279
the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter. Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used. 279 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 280
fuel economy. We do not recommend taking fuel economy measurements during the first vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not be is filled. • Allow no more than three automatic click-offs when filling. • Always use fuel 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 281
an accurate estimate of the vehicle's fuel economy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping records during summer and winter will show how fuel economy. • Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy. 281 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 282
offers improved fuel economy as compared to driving on hilly terrain. • Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal. • Close windows for high speed driving. 282 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 283
start a fire. Illumination of the "Check Engine" light, charging system warning light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or loss of engine power, could indicate that the emission control system is not working properly. 283 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 284
city/highway driving. No additional vehicle service is required. indicator remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first If the available opportunity I/M test of the on-board diagnostics system. If your Check engine/Service engine 284 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 285
pass the I/M test with the Check engine/Service engine soon light on. If the vehicle's powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced, the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a "not ready for I/M test" condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, a minimum of 30 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 286
fluid. If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range the performance of your brake system could be compromised; seek service from your authorized dealer immediately. TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 287
the filler tube until the level is correct. If an overfill occurs, excess fluid should be removed by a qualified technician. An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. 287 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 288
in damage to internal transmission components. AIR FILTER Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filter element listed. Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 289
that secure the cover to the air filter housing and place the cover aside. 5. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 6. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or debris and to ensure good sealing. 289 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 290
and cover. 8. Replace the air filter housing cover and secure the clamps. Be sure all the tabs on the bottom edge are properly aligned. 9. Reinstall the air cleaner assembly into the vehicle. Ensure the tabs on the inlet tube are secure in the sheet metal. 290 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 291
Do not use oil-impregnated air filter elements. Failure to use the correct air filter element may result in severe engine damage. The customer warranty may be voided for any damage to the engine if the correct air filter element is not used. 291 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 292
plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used. 292 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 293
4 fluid can be used. 2 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. 3 Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C930-A and the API Certification mark. 293 1 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 294
Maintenance and Specifications LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Brake fluid Ford part name Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid1 Silicone Lubricant Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow colored) Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) Motorcraft SAE - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 295
be used. 2 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used MERCON and MERCONV are not interchangeable. DO NOT MIX MERCON and MERCONV. Refer to scheduled maintenance information to determine the correct service interval. 1 295 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 296
Maintenance and Specifications ENGINE DATA Engine Cubic inches Required fuel Firing order Ignition system Spark plug gap Compression ratio VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle dimensions (1) with P225/60R16 tires. Equipped with P235/60R16 tires. 296 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 297
the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver's door or the edge of the driver's door. 297 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 298
1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake type and Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check ) is stamped on the engine block, transmission, frame and transfer case (if equipped). 298 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 299
code designations You can find a transmission/transaxle code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label . The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents. Code N Description Four-speed automatic (AX4N) 299 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 300
shields Deflectors Front end covers Headlamps, fog lights and Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs) Splash guards Interior style Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors Floor mats Lifestyle Bike racks Cargo organization and management 300 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 301
the Amateur Radio Antennas in the area of the driver's side hood. • Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 301 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 302
emergencies ...268 jumping a disabled battery ...239 maintenance-free ...268 replacement, specifications ...292 servicing ...268 BeltMinder ...146 Brakes ...219 anti-lock ...219-220 anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ...219 fluid, checking and adding ...286 fluid, refill capacities ...293 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 303
Floor mats ...75 303 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid ...286 engine oil ...264 Doors ...61 lubricant specifications ...294 power sliding ...62 Driving under special conditions ...226 through water ...228 E Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ...239 Emission control system ...283 Engine ...296 - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 304
...45 aiming ...48 autolamp system ...45 bulb specifications ...52 daytime running lights ...46 304 flash to pass ...47 high beam ...47 replacing bulbs ...53 turning on and off ...45 Heating heating and air conditioning system ...34, 36 Homelink wireless control system ...75 Hood ...262 I Ignition - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 305
49 Liftgate ...88, 92, 99 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...219 Load limits ...203 Locks autolock ...106 childproof ...95 doors ...94 Low tire warning ...15, 200 Lubricant specifications ...294, 296 Lug nuts ...191 Luggage rack ...92 Lumbar support, seats ...115 M Message - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 306
and chains ...203 spare tire ...185 terminology ...179 tire grades ...179 treadwear ...178, 197 Towing ...210 recreational towing ...214 trailer towing ...210 wrecker ...245 Transaxle automatic operation ...223 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus) - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 307
Lights) ...10 Washer fluid ...264 Water, Driving through ...228 Windows power ...68 rear wiper/washer ...56 Windshield washer fluid and wipers ...56 checking and adding fluid ...264 liftgate reservoir ...264 replacing wiper blades ...57 Wrecker towing ...245 307 2005 Freestar (win) Owners Guide - 2005 Ford Freestar | Owner Guide 3rd Printing - Page 308
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Introduction
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Instrument Cluster
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Warning and control lights
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Gauges
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Entertainment Systems
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AM/FM stereo
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AM/FM stereo with CD
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AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD
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AM/FM stereo cassette with CD
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Climate Controls
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Manual heating and air conditioning
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Rear window defroster
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Lights
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Headlamps
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Turn signal control
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Bulb replacement
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Driver Controls
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Windshield wiper/washer control
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Steering wheel adjustment
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Power windows
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Mirrors
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Speed control
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Message center
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Locks and Security
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Keys
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Locks
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Anti-theft system
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Table of Contents
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2005 Freestar
(win)
Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)