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Index autolock ...98 keypad ...108 locking and unlocking doors ..109 programming entry code ...108 Keys ...111 positions of the ignition ...199 L Lamps autolamp system ...58 bulb replacement specifications chart ...63 daytime running light ...60 fog lamps ...59 headlamps ...58 headlamps, flash to pass ...59 instrument panel, dimming ...60 interior lamps ...62-63 replacing bulbs ...63, 66 Lane change indicator (see Turn signal) ...62 Liftgate ...95 Lights, warning and indicator ...10 anti-lock brakes (ABS) ...203 Load limits ...189 Locks autolock ...98 childproof ...100 doors ...98 Lubricant specifications ...286 Lug nuts ...233 Luggage rack ...97 Lumbar support, seats ...117 M Message center ...86 english/metric button ...91 296 system check button ...91 warning messages ...92 Mirrors ...75 automatic dimming rearview mirror ...75 fold away ...76 heated ...76 side view mirrors (power) ...75 Moon roof ...80 Motorcraft parts ...254, 272, 285 N Navigation system ...45 O Octane rating ...276 Oil (see Engine oil) ...260 P Parking brake ...204 Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...285 Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor ...130 Power adjustable foot pedals ...76 Power distribution box (see Fuses) ...223 Power door locks ...98 Power mirrors ...75 Power point ...72 Power steering ...206 fluid, checking and adding ...283 fluid, refill capacity ...286 fluid, specifications ...286 Power Windows ...72 R Radio ...16, 21 2007 Freestyle (219) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

Section	Page
Table of Contents	1
Introduction	4
PERCHLORATE MATERIAL	4
CONGRATULATIONS	4
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION	5
Warning symbols in this guide	5
Warning symbols on your vehicle	5
Protecting the environment	5
BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE	5
SPECIAL NOTICES	6
New Vehicle Limited Warranty	6
Special instructions	6
Service Data Recording	6
Event Data Recording	6
Cell phone use	7
Middle East/North Africa vehicle specific information	7
Instrument Cluster	10
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES	10
GAUGES	14
Entertainment Systems	16
AUDIO SYSTEMS	16
AM/FM stereo/ single CD Satellite Compatible sound system (if equipped)	16
Premium/Audiophile In-Dash Six CD/MP3 Satellite Compatible Sound System (if equipped)	21
GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION	26
Satellite radio information (if equipped)	27
FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT DVD SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	30
	30
DVD player controls	31
DVD control features	32
Menu control	32
Next/Previous control	33
REV/FWD control	33
Enter control	33
CD play mode	34
Slow play mode	34
User menu mode	34
Remote control	35
Dual play mode	36
Single play mode	36
Battery replacement	37
Parental control	37
Wireless headphone operation	38
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) flip-down screen	39
Playback and format	39
Saving MP3 files	39
Family Entertainment DVD System protection circuits	40
High temperature sensor circuit	40
Operating	40
Inserting a CD/DVD	41
Removing a CD/DVD (while playing)	41
Playing an auxiliary device	41
On-screen indicators	42
Safety information	42
Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance	43
Care and service of the DVD player	44
Environmental extremes	44
Temperature extremes	44
Humidity and moisture condensation	44
Cleaning the liquid crystal display (LCD) flip-down screen	44
Foreign substances	44
Cleaning compact discs	44
Cleaning the DVD player	45
NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	45
Climate Controls	46
MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	46
Operating tips	47
DUAL ZONE AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)	48
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control with heated seats (if equipped)	50
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control with rear passenger compartment climate control (if equipped)	52
Dual Zone Automatic Temperature Control with heated seats and rear passenger compartment climate control (if equipped)	54
Operating tips	56
AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)	57
REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER	57
Lights	58
HEADLAMP CONTROL	58
Autolamp control (if equipped)	58
Autolamps - Programmable exit delay	58
Foglamp control (if equipped)	59
High beams	59
Flash to pass	59
Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped)	60
PANEL DIMMER CONTROL	60
AIMING THE HEADLAMPS	60
Vertical aim adjustment	60
TURN SIGNAL CONTROL	62
INTERIOR LAMPS	62
Dome lamps and map lamps	62
BULB REPLACEMENT	62
Headlamp Condensation	62
Using the right bulbs	63
Replacing the interior bulbs	63
Replacing exterior bulbs	63
Replacing headlamp (high/low beam) bulbs	63
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs	64
Replacing front sidemarker bulbs	64
Replacing stop/tail/turn/backup bulbs	65
Replacing high-mount brake lamp bulbs	66
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs	66
Replacing foglamp bulbs	66
Driver Controls	67
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER	67
Rear window wiper/washer controls	68
TILT STEERING WHEEL	68
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)	69
INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE COMPARTMENT	69
OVERHEAD CONSOLE	70
Storage compartment	70
Conversation mirror (if equipped)	70
CENTER CONSOLE	71
AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)	72
POWER WINDOWS	72
One touch up or down	73
Window lock	74
Bounce-Back (Driver’s window only)	74
Security Override	74
Accessory delay	74
AUTOMATIC DIMMING INTERIOR REAR VIEW MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)	75
EXTERIOR MIRRORS	75
Power side view mirrors	75
Fold-away mirrors	76
Heated outside mirrors (if equipped)	76
POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)	76
SPEED CONTROL	77
Setting speed control	77
Disengaging speed control	78
Resuming a set speed	78
Increasing speed while using speed control	78
Reducing speed while using speed control	79
Turning off speed control	79
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)	80
Radio control features	80
MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)	80
HOMELINK WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	82
Programming	82
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming	84
Operating the HomeLink Wireless Control System	85
Erasing HomeLink buttons	85
Reprogramming a single HomeLink button	85
MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)	86
Selectable features	86
Reset	86
Info menu	86
Odometer/Trip odometer	86
Distance to empty (DTE)	86
Average fuel economy (AFE)	87
Fuel Used	87
Trip elapsed drive time	88
Compass display	88
Compass zone adjustment	88
Compass calibration adjustment	89
Setup menu	90
Language	90
Units (English/Metric)	91
System check	91
System warnings	92
LIFTGATE	95
CARGO AREA FEATURES	96
Cargo net (if equipped)	96
Cargo van storage compartment (if equipped)	96
LUGGAGE RACK	97
Locks and Security	98
KEYS	98
POWER DOOR LOCKS	98
Smart locks	98
Autolock	98
Deactivating/activating autolock	99
Power door unlock/lock procedure	99
Keyless entry key pad procedure	99
Power door lock/unlock inhibit feature	99
CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS	100
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM	101
Unlocking the doors	102
Locking the doors/liftgate	102
Sounding a panic alarm	102
Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped)	103
Activating the memory seat feature	103
Replacing the battery	104
Replacing lost remote entry transmitters	104
How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters	105
Illuminated entry	106
Perimeter lamps illuminated entry	106
Deactivating/activating perimeter lamps illuminated entry	106
Illuminated exit	107
Battery saver	107
KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM	108
Programming a personal entry code and keypad association to memory seats, mirrors and pedals	108
Erasing personal code	109
Anti-scan feature	109
Unlocking and locking the doors and liftgate using keyless entry	109
SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM	109
Anti-theft indicator	110
Automatic arming	110
Automatic disarming	111
Replacement keys	111
Programming spare keys	111
PERIMETER ALARM SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	112
Arming the system	112
Disarming the system	114
Triggering the anti-theft system	114
Seating and Safety Restraints	115
SEATING	115
Adjustable head restraints	115
Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)	116
Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped)	117
Folding down the front passenger seatback	117
Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)	118
Heated seats (if equipped)	119
Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped)	120
REAR SEATS	121
Head restraints	121
Adjusting second row bucket and bench seat back	121
Adjusting second row seats (if equipped)	122
Accessing the third row seats	122
Exiting the third row seat	124
Stowing the third row bench or split bench seat (if equipped)	126
Unstowing the third row seat	127
SAFETY RESTRAINTS	128
Personal Safety System	128
How does the Personal Safety System work?	129
Driver and passenger dual-stage airbag supplemental restraints	129
Front crash severity sensor	129
Driver’s seat position sensor	130
Front passenger sensing system	130
Front safety belt usage sensors	130
Front safety belt pretensioners	131
Front safety belt energy management retractors	131
Determining if the Personal Safety System is operational	131
Safety belt precautions	132
Combination lap and shoulder belts	133
Energy Management Feature — Front Outboard	133
Vehicle sensitive mode	134
Automatic locking mode	134
When to use the automatic locking mode	134
How to use the automatic locking mode	134
How to disengage the automatic locking mode	135
Safety belt height adjustment	135
Safety belt pretensioner	136
Safety belt extension assembly	136
Safety belt maintenance	136
Safety belt warning light and indicator chime	137
Conditions of operation	137
Belt-Minder	137
One time disable	140
Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder feature	140
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)	142
Important SRS precautions	143
Children and airbags	144
How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work?	145
Front passenger sensing system	146
Determining if the system is operational	151
Seat-mounted side airbag system (if equipped)	151
How does the side airbag system work?	152
Safety Canopy system (if equipped)	153
How does the Safety Canopy system work?	154
Determining if the system is operational	156
Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles (including pretensioners)	156
SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN	157
Important child restraint precautions	157
Children and safety belts	157
Child booster seats	158
When children should use booster seats	158
Types of booster seats	159
The importance of shoulder belts	160
SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN	161
Child and infant or child safety seats	161
Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts	162
Attaching child safety seats with tether straps	165
Front passenger seating position (delivery van only)	166
Rear seating positions	168
Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) attachments for child seat anchors	169
Tires, Wheels and Loading	171
NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS	171
VEHICLE CHARACTERISTICS	171
All Wheel Drive (AWD) System (if equipped)	171
How your vehicle differs from other vehicles	172
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING	173
Treadwear	174
Traction AA A B C	174
Temperature A B C	174
TIRES	175
Glossary of tire terminology	175
INFLATING YOUR TIRES	176
TIRE CARE	178
Inspecting your tires	178
Tire wear	178
Damage	178
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)	179
Tire Replacement Requirements	179
Safety practices	181
Highway hazards	181
Tire and wheel alignment	181
Tire rotation	182
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL	183
Information on “P” type tires	184
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” type tires	187
Information on “T” type tires	188
Location of the tire label	188
SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS	189
VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER	189
TRAILER TOWING	195
Preparing to tow	196
Hitches	196
Safety chains	196
Trailer brakes	196
Trailer lamps	197
Driving while you tow	197
Servicing after towing	197
Trailer towing tips	197
RECREATIONAL TOWING	198
Driving	199
STARTING	199
Positions of the ignition	199
Starting your vehicle	199
Important safety precautions	200
Starting the engine	201
Guarding against exhaust fumes	202
Important ventilating information	202
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)	202
BRAKES	202
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)	203
Using ABS	203
ABS warning lamp	203
Parking brake	204
TRACTION CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)	205
STEERING	206
AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OPERATION	206
Brake-shift interlock	206
Understanding the gearshift positions of the Continuously Variable Transaxle (CVT)	208
REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	209
ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)	211
Driving off-highway with AWD vehicles	211
Basic operating principles	212
If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement	212
If your vehicle gets stuck	212
Emergency maneuvers	213
AWD Systems (if equipped)	213
Sand	213
Mud and water	214
Driving on hilly or sloping terrain	214
Driving on snow and ice	215
Maintenance and Modifications	216
DRIVING THROUGH WATER	216
Roadside Emergencies	217
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE	217
Getting roadside assistance	217
Using roadside assistance	218
Roadside coverage beyond basic warranty	218
HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL	218
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH	219
FUSES AND RELAYS	219
Fuses	219
Standard fuse amperage rating and color	220
Passenger compartment fuse panel/Smart Junction Box (SJB)	220
Power distribution box	223
CHANGING THE TIRES	226
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information	226
Removing the spare tire and jack	228
Tire change procedure	229
Stowing the tire and jack	232
WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS	233
JUMP STARTING	234
Preparing your vehicle	234
Connecting the jumper cables	235
Jump starting	236
Removing the jumper cables	237
WRECKER TOWING	239
Customer Assistance	241
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED	241
At home	241
Away from home	241
Additional Assistance	242
IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)	243
THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM (U.S. ONLY)	244
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADA ONLY)	245
FORD EXTENDED SERVICE PLAN	245
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA	246
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURE	247
Obtaining a French owner’s guide	247
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)	247
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY)	248
Cleaning	249
WASHING THE EXTERIOR	249
WAXING	250
PAINT CHIPS	250
ALUMINUM WHEELS AND WHEEL COVERS	250
ENGINE	251
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS	251
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES	252
INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS	252
INTERIOR	253
LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)	254
UNDERBODY	254
FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS	254
Maintenance and Specifications	256
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS	256
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE	256
Working with the engine off	256
Working with the engine on	256
OPENING THE HOOD	257
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT	258
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID	259
CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES	260
ENGINE OIL	260
Checking the engine oil	260
Adding engine oil	262
Engine oil and filter recommendations	263
Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil	263
BATTERY	264
ENGINE COOLANT	266
Checking engine coolant	266
Adding engine coolant	267
Recycled engine coolant	271
Coolant refill capacity	271
Severe climates	271
FUEL FILTER	272
WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS	272
Important safety precautions	272
Refueling	274
Fuel Filler Cap	274
Choosing the right fuel	275
Octane recommendations	276
Fuel quality	276
Cleaner air	276
Running out of fuel	277
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY	277
Measuring techniques	277
Filling the tank	277
Calculating fuel economy	278
Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits	278
Habits	279
Maintenance	279
Conditions	279
EPA window sticker	280
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM	280
On board diagnostics (OBD-II)	281
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing	282
POWER STEERING FLUID	283
BRAKE FLUID	284
TRANSAXLE FLUID	284
Checking automatic transaxle fluid—CVT transaxle	284
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS	285
MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES	286
ENGINE DATA	288
Engine drivebelt routing	288
IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE	289
Safety Compliance Certification Label	289
Vehicle identification number (VIN)	289
TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS	290
Accessories	291
GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE	291
Exterior style	291
Interior style	291
Lifestyle	291
Peace of mind	292

Match case Limit results 1 per page

autolock

.....................................

keypad

.....................................

108

locking and unlocking doors ..109

programming entry code

.......

108

Keys

...........................................

111

positions of the ignition

.........

199

Lamps

autolamp system

.......................

bulb replacement

specifications chart

..................

daytime running light

...............

fog lamps

...................................

headlamps

.................................

headlamps, flash to pass

..........

instrument panel, dimming

.....

interior lamps

.....................

62–63

replacing bulbs

...................

63, 66

Lane change indicator

(see Turn signal)

........................

Liftgate

........................................

Lights, warning and indicator

....

anti-lock brakes (ABS)

..........

203

Load limits

.................................

189

Locks

autolock

.....................................

childproof

................................

100

doors

..........................................

Lubricant specifications

...........

286

Lug nuts

....................................

233

Luggage rack

...............................

Lumbar support, seats

.............

117

Message center

...........................

english/metric button

...............

system check button

................

warning messages

.....................

Mirrors

.........................................

automatic dimming rearview

mirror

........................................

fold away

...................................

heated

........................................

side view mirrors (power)

.......

Moon roof

....................................

Motorcraft parts

........

254, 272, 285

Navigation system

.......................

Octane rating

............................

276

Oil (see Engine oil)

..................

260

Parking brake

............................

204

Parts (see Motorcraft parts)

....

285

Passenger Occupant

Classification Sensor

.................

130

Power adjustable foot pedals

.....

Power distribution box

(see Fuses)

...............................

223

Power door locks

........................

Power mirrors

.............................

Power point

.................................

Power steering

..........................

206

fluid, checking and adding

....

283

fluid, refill capacity

................

286

fluid, specifications

.................

286

Power Windows

...........................

Radio

......................................

16, 21

2007 Freestyle

(219)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)

USA

(fus)

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