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Ford 2005 Freestyle User Manual

Ford 2005 Freestyle
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Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 10
Warning and control lights 10
Gauges 14
Entertainment Systems 17
AM/FM stereo with CD 17
AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 20
Family entertainment system 24
Climate Controls 39
Manual heating and air conditioning 39
Electronic automatic temperature control 41
Rear window defroster 50
Lights 51
Headlamps 51
Turn signal control 55
Bulb replacement 56
Driver Controls 61
Windshield wiper/washer control 61
Steering wheel adjustment 63
Power windows 65
Mirrors 67
Speed control 68
Message center 76
Locks and Security 91
Keys 91
Locks 91
Anti-theft system 101
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2005 Freestyle (219), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002),
Market: USA_English (fus)
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Ford 2005 Freestyle Specifications

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BrandFord
Model2005 Freestyle
CategoryAutomobile
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Instrument Cluster

Warning Lights and Chimes

Alerts to vehicle conditions requiring attention.

Gauges

Displays vehicle speed, coolant temp, fuel level, and tachometer.

Indicator Lights

Explains various dashboard indicator lights and their meanings.

Odometer and Trip Meter

Registers total miles and individual journey distances.

Entertainment Systems

AM/FM STEREO/ SINGLE CD SOUND SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

Controls for the basic audio system.

DVD player controls

Controls for the DVD playback functionality.

Safety Information

Crucial safety guidelines for system usage.

Driver Controls

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER

Operation of the multi-function control stalk for wipers and washers.

POWER WINDOWS

Operating the vehicle's power windows.

MIRRORS

Adjusting and folding side view mirrors.

SPEED CONTROL

Maintaining vehicle speed without constant pedal input.

Driver Controls

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)

Controls on the steering wheel.

MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)

Operating the vehicle's moon roof.

HOMELINK WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

System for operating garage doors and gates.

MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)

Displays vehicle information and warnings.

Locks and Security

KEYS

Information about vehicle keys and spare keys.

POWER DOOR LOCKS

How to lock and unlock all doors.

SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM

Vehicle immobilization system.

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM

Using the keypad for entry and autolock features.

Seating and Safety Restraints

SEATING

General information about seating.

Adjustable head restraints

How to adjust and position head restraints.

SAFETY RESTRAINTS

General safety restraint information.

Personal Safety System

Description of the vehicle's safety system.

Seating and Safety Restraints

Combination lap and shoulder belts

How to use combination seat belts.

Safety belt height adjustment

Adjusting the shoulder belt height.

AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)

Overview of the air bag system.

Children and air bags

Safety advice for children regarding airbags.

Tires, Wheels and Loading

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING

Explanation of tire quality grading systems.

Inspecting your tires

How to inspect tire treads and sidewalls for damage.

Inflating your tires

Procedures for checking and inflating tire pressure.

Tires, Wheels and Loading

TIRE REPLACEMENT REQUIREMENTS

Guidelines for replacing tires and wheels.

CHANGING THE TIRES

Steps for changing a flat tire.

Temporary spare tire information

Information about the temporary spare tire.

VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER

Proper vehicle loading procedures.

Tires, Wheels and Loading

TRAILER TOWING

Vehicle's towing capabilities and limitations.

Driving while you tow

Tips for driving while towing a trailer.

RECREATIONAL TOWING

Guidelines for towing vehicles for personal travel.

Driving

STARTING

Procedures for starting the vehicle.

Important safety precautions

Safety advice for operating the vehicle.

BRAKES

Information on the vehicle's braking system.

TRACTION CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED)

System for maintaining stability on slippery surfaces.

Driving

STEERING

Information about the power steering system.

AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE OPERATION

How the automatic transaxle operates.

REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

System that warns of rear obstacles.

ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)

Operation of the AWD system.

Driving

If your vehicle gets stuck

How to free a stuck vehicle.

Emergency maneuvers

Techniques for emergency driving situations.

Sand

Tips for driving on sandy terrain.

Mud and water

Driving through mud and water.

Driving

Driving on hilly or sloping terrain

Advice for driving on inclines and declines.

Driving on snow and ice

How to drive on slippery surfaces.

Roadside Emergencies

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE

Information about Ford's roadside assistance program.

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH

How to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch.

FUSES AND RELAYS

Information on fuses and relays.

Roadside Emergencies

Fuse/Relay Location

Table detailing fuse locations and purposes.

JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE

Procedures for jump-starting a dead battery.

Roadside Emergencies

WRECKER TOWING

Recommendations for towing a vehicle.

On Front Wheel Drive (FWD) models

Towing advice for FWD models.

In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle

Conditions for flat towing a vehicle.

Customer Assistance

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED

How to get service for your vehicle.

THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY)

Information about the warranty dispute board.

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)

How to report vehicle safety defects to NHTSA.

Cleaning

WASHING THE EXTERIOR

Procedures for washing the vehicle's exterior.

ENGINE

Engine cleaning recommendations.

WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES

Cleaning windows and wiper blades.

Cleaning

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS

Cleaning the instrument panel and lens.

INTERIOR TRIM

Cleaning interior trim surfaces.

LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED)

Cleaning and maintaining leather seats.

Cleaning

FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS

Recommended cleaning and care products.

Maintenance and Specifications

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS

General advice for vehicle servicing.

PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE

Safety warnings for vehicle maintenance.

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT

Location of engine compartment components.

ENGINE OIL

Information about engine oil.

Maintenance and Specifications

BATTERY

Information about the vehicle's battery.

ENGINE COOLANT

Information about engine coolant.

Checking engine coolant

Steps for checking engine coolant level.

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS

Safety precautions for handling automotive fuels.

Maintenance and Specifications

Choosing the right fuel

Fuel recommendations and warnings.

ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY

How to measure and improve fuel economy.

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM

Components and maintenance for emission control.

On board diagnostics (OBD-II)

Vehicle's onboard diagnostics system.

Maintenance and Specifications

POWER STEERING FLUID

Information on power steering fluid.

BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR

Checking the brake fluid level.

TRANSAXLE FLUID

Information on transaxle fluid.

Maintenance and Specifications

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS

Part numbers for engine components.

REFILL CAPACITIES

Table of fluid refill capacities.

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS

Table of lubricant specifications.

Maintenance and Specifications

ENGINE DATA

Specifications for the engine.

VEHICLE DIMENSIONS

Dimensions of the vehicle.

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE

How to identify vehicle information.

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