Page 1 Introduction Instrument Cluster Warning and control lights Gauges Entertainment Systems AM/FM stereo AM/FM stereo with CD AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD AM/FM stereo cassette with CD Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Rear window defroster Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control...
Page 2: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints Driving Starting Brakes Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing...
Page 4: Introduction
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.
Page 5 (kilometers) of operation, since these additives may prevent piston ring seating. See Engine oil in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information on oil usage. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Introduction...
Page 6 In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle.
Page 7 To access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent, unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement, other government authorities or other third parties acting with lawful authority.
Page 8 Child Seat Tether Anchor Anti-Lock Brake System Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps-Front Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost/Demist 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) See Owner’s Guide Air Bag-Front Child Seat Child Seat Lower Anchor Brake System...
Page 9 Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Explosive Gas Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment Air Filter Check fuel cap 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Introduction Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil...
Page 10: Instrument Cluster
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. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 11 ON, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately. A chime will also sound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Instrument Cluster...
Page 12 Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. • Without Message Center • With Message Center Never remove the coolant recovery cap while the engine is running or hot. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 13 (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter). Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is engaged. Turns off when the speed control system is disengaged. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Instrument Cluster active (if equipped): is active, refer to the Driving...
Page 14 Bulb warning: Illuminates when one of the exterior front turn lamps or rear brake/turn/tail lamps bulb has burned out. • Without Message Center 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 15: Gauges
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 0.8 km (1/2 mile). GAUGES 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 16 The temperature display in the overhead console (if equipped) will also be changed. • With Message Center Refer to Message Center in the Drivers Controls chapter on how to switch the display from Metric to English. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 17 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. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 18: Entertainment Systems
SEEK Balance: Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers. SEEK, SEEK Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers. SEEK, SEEK 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) SEEK, SEEK,...
Page 19 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. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 20 Bass: Press to adjust the bass setting. Use Balance: Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers. SEEK Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers. SEEK 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) SEEK SEEK...
Page 21 CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. 9. Repeat: Press to repeat the current CD track. 10. Fast forward: Press to manually advance in a CD track. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 22 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 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 23 Bass: Press to adjust the bass setting. Use Balance: Press to adjust the audio between the left and right speakers. SEEK Fade: Press to adjust the audio between the front and rear speakers. SEEK 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Entertainment Systems SEEK...
Page 24 CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. 9. Repeat: Press to repeat the current CD track. 10. Fast forward: Press to manually advance in a CD track. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 25 If a slot is not selected within 5 seconds, the radio shall eject the current disc. Press and hold for 2 seconds to auto eject all CDs present in the radio mechanism. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 26 3. Phone/mute: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media. 4. Menu: Press to toggle through the following modes: Treble: Press to adjust the treble setting. Use SEEK 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 27 AUX AUDIO will be displayed. To return to radio mode, press AM/FM. 6. Tape eject: Press to eject a tape. 7. Text: In CD mode, displays track title, artist name, and disc title (if available). 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Entertainment Systems SEEK SEEK to adjust.
Page 28 “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 begin where it ended last. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 29 Press again to deactivate. 4. MEM: Press consecutively to scroll through the preset stations, change tape side (if equipped), or to change discs on multiple disc radios (if equipped). 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 30 Infrared headphones are included in vehicles equipped with the Family Entertainment System and shall only be used to listed to the media 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 31 • Use cassettes that are longer than 90 minutes. • Expose tapes to direct sunlight, extreme humidity, heat or cold. • Leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not being played. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Entertainment Systems...
Page 32 Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player.
Page 33: Climate Controls
5. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages automatically in MAX A/C, 6. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 34 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) position.
Page 35 ) is illuminated. The rear cabin airflow temperature will be warmer or cooler than the driver airflow temperature setting when more than one rear temperature light ( ) is illuminated. REAR 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 36 In the modes: • Move the temperature control selector to the coldest setting. • Select A/C and recirculated air colder airflow. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) . Recirculation may turn off position. . Use...
Page 37 (REAR) is illuminated. The rear cabin airflow temperature will be warmer or cooler than the driver airflow temperature setting when more than one rear temperature bar (REAR) is illuminated. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Climate Controls...
Page 38 • Dual temperature control: Press and hold AUTO to engage/disengage separate passenger side temperature control. 16. AUTO: Press to engage full automatic operation, and select the desired temperature using the temperature control. The system will 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) . Recirculated air...
Page 39 Rear defrost: Press to activate/deactivate the rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 40 Sets the passenger side temperature also when DUAL is disengaged. Note: The recommended vehicle cabin setting is between 72°F (22°C) and 75°F (24°C). 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 41 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Climate Controls position.
Page 42: Rear Window Defroster
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, Lincoln or Mercury Dealer. 2004 Freestar (win)
Page 43: Lights
To program the auto lamp exit time delay: 1. Start with the ignition in OFF and the autolamps selected. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 44 Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision. High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. Pull the lever towards you to deactivate. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 45 This lighting mode can be activated by rotating the thumbwheel to the first left detent position (as denoted by the half filled circle above). 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Lights...
Page 46 0.5 mm circle on the headlamp lens. 3. Turn on the low beam headlamps to illuminate the wall or screen and open the hood. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 47: Turn Signal Control
• the instrument panel dimmer switch is moved to the passenger side position (right position). • any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF (an the operation switch is in the middle position). 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Lights...
Page 48 20 seconds after the 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. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 49: Bulb Replacement
“E” for Europe to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 50 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the OFF position, then open the hood. 2. Remove the two retainer pins to release the headlamp assembly and pull headlamp assembly forward to expose the back of the bulb. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Trade Number 3457AK (amber) 904NA (amber)
Page 51 3. To remove the side marker bulb, turn the bulb socket counterclockwise, and pull the bulb straight out of the socket. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Lights...
Page 52 4. Pull bulb straight out of socket and push in new bulb. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs For bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualified technician. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 53 The supplemental park or cornering lamp is located on the front fascia, below the bumper and headlamps. 1. Remove the bulb socket from the supplemental parking lamp by turning counterclockwise. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector. Install the new bulb in reverse order. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 54: Driver Controls
OFF — Rear wiper and washer off. For rear wash cycle, rotate (and hold as desired) the rear wiper/washer control to either position. From either position, the control will automatically return to the INT2 or OFF position. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 55 3. Release the steering wheel release control. This will lock the steering wheel in position. Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 56 - side by side. The display, as a whole, can be turned on or off by pressing the momentary push-button on the overhead console. When the vehicle is turned off, the electronics display will remember the last display state. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 57 Zone variation mode 1. Determine which magnetic zone you are in by referring to the zone map. 2. Turn the ignition to the ON position. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driver Controls 7 8 9 1011...
Page 58 Note: This process normally takes about 1 ⁄ circles but may take longer if magnetic noise is present or if the circles are driven too fast. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 59 On more severe grades, the operator should ensure that the open door is stable and secure against the stop, before allowing passengers to enter or exit the vehicle or before loading/unloading cargo. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 60 With the Power Door Lockout Control in the ON position, either sliding door can be opened or closed by: • pushing and releasing the overhead console right or left hand control. Pressing this control will also simultaneously unlock all doors. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 61 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. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 62 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 Child safety locks section in this chapter. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 63 Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for additional information. INSTRUMENT PANEL STORAGE COMPARTMENT The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or similar sized objects. Press the control to open the storage compartment. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 64 Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used. There are up to three auxiliary power points in the following locations: • Located on the instrument panel. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 65: Power Windows
Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open the window. Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 66: Mirrors
The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the vehicle is placed in R (Reverse)(when the mirror is on) to ensure a bright clear view when backing up. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 67 When the sliding door is open, the indicator in the appropriate mirror will flash indicating people may be entering/exiting the vehicle. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 68: Speed Control
AdvanceTrac System section in the Driving chapter. Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) system, the speed control...
Page 69 This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. The RESUME control will not work if the vehicle speed is not faster than 48 km/h (30 mph). 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 70 • Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached, press the SET + control. Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 71 • Press SEEK to listen to the next track on the disc. In any mode: • Press VOL up or down to adjust the volume. • Press MUTE to mute the volume. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 72 1. Move the driver’s seat to the most rearward position 2. Position the driver’s side floor mat with the rear of the mat against left (outboard) front edge of seat track mounting bracket. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 73 When installed properly, the locator will not screw down tightly, but will rotate freely. Use only Ford original Equipment floor mats. Do not stack multiple floor mats over the Ford original equipment floor mats as they are not positively retained.
Page 74 7. Press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. (The name and color of the button may vary by manufacturer.) Note: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate step eight. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 75 Activation will now occur for the trained product (garage door, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, or home or office lighting etc.). For convenience, the hand-held transmitter of the device 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 76: Message Center
The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings followed by an indicator chime. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 77 800 km (500 miles). This value is not the same as the average fuel economy display. The running average fuel economy is reinitialized to a factory default value if the battery is disconnected. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 78 2. Hold the RESET control down for two seconds to clear display. Display on/off Select this function from the INFO menu to turn the upper two lines of the message center display OFF or ON. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 79 2 seconds to set the language choice. Units (English/Metric) 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current units to be displayed. 2. Press the RESET control to change from English to Metric. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 80 Warning messages that have been reset are divided into three categories: • They will reappear on the display ten minutes from the reset. • They will not reappear until an ignition OFF-ON cycle has been completed. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 81 LEFT REAR DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the driver’s rear door is not completely closed. RIGHT REAR DOOR AJAR. Displayed when the passenger side rear door is not completely closed. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 82 Traction Control system is not operating properly. If this warning stays on, contact your dealer for service as soon as possible. For further information, refer to Traction control in the Driving chapter. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 83 2. Press and release the RESET control to display “OIL LIFE XX% HOLD RESET NEW”. 3. Press and hold the RESET control for 2 seconds to display “IF NEW OIL HOLD RESET”. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 84 6. With your personalized OIL LIFE XX% displayed, press SETUP to continue the system check. DATA ERR. These messages indicate improper operation of the vehicle network communication between electronic modules. • Fuel Computer • Oil life 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 85 POWER LIFTGATE (PLG) (IF EQUIPPED) With this option, you can power open or close the liftgate with the provided controls. • overhead console button • key fob button • outside release handle 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driver Controls...
Page 86 To power open or close the PLG from the Overhead console: 1. Press and release the control to power open the PLG. 2. Press and release the control again to power the PLG closed. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 87 If a single chime is heard, check to be sure that the Power Door Lockout Switch is set to ON and that the the transaxle is in Park. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 88 Make sure the liftgate is closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. If you must drive with the liftgate open, keep the climate control vents open so that fresh outside air circulates through the vehicle. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 89 Maximum load is 75 kg (165 lbs) on the roof rack structure, or 45 kg (100 lbs) on the roof panel, evenly distributed. If it is not possible to distribute the load, position it as far rearward as possible. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 90 (3). Repeat 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. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 91: Locks And Security
The vehicle can still be locked, with the key in the ignition, using the manual lock button on the door, locking the driver’s door with a key, by simultaneously pressing button 7 • 8 and the 9 • 0 controls on the 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 92 10 meters (33 feet). A decrease in operating range could be caused by: • weather conditions, • nearby radio towers, • structures around the vehicle, or • other vehicles parked next to your vehicle. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 93 • arm and disarm the perimeter anti-theft system (if equipped). If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are taken to your authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 94: Anti-Theft System
• Press this control twice within three seconds to open the power sliding door. The interior lamps will illuminate. • Press this control another two times within three seconds to close the power sliding door and turn off the interior lights. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 95 If any of the doors, the liftgate or the hood are not properly closed, the horn will make two quick chirps. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 96 5. Snap the two halves back together. Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 97 The interior lamps illuminate when the key in the driver’s door lock cylinder, the keyless entry system or the remote entry transmitter is used to unlock the door(s), power sliding doors (if equipped) or liftgate. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 98 • the vehicle is locked using the remote entry system, the keyless entry keypad or a key in the driver’s door key cylinder, or • the ignition is turned to the 4 (ON) position, or • after 25 seconds of illumination. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 99 • the ignition is in the 4 (ON) position, • the brake is pressed before reaching 5 km/h (3 mph), and • the vehicle is traveling more than 5 km/h (3 mph). 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 100 1 or 2 control on the driver’s door panel to associate with the Driver 1 or Driver 2 positions. 4. Repeat this procedure for another remote transmitter if desired. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 101 You can also create your own 5–digit personal entry code. When pressing the controls on the keypad, press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Locks and Security...
Page 102 The programming mode is exited after five seconds of keypad inactivity. The door locks will lock and quickly unlock to confirm programming mode has been exited. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 103 If the procedure needs to be repeated, you must wait 30 seconds. 1. Turn the ignition key to the 4 (ON) position. 2. Press the power door unlock control three times. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 104 Only a coded key will start your vehicle. Spare coded keys may be purchased from an authorized Ford dealer. An authorized Ford dealer can also program your coded key, or you can do it yourself. Refer to Programming spare keys in this chapter.
Page 105 Check to make sure the coded key is an approved Ford coded key. If your keys are lost or stolen, you will need to do the following: •...
Page 106 Steps 1 through 5. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the new spare key(s) programmed. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 107 • Unlock the vehicle with the keyless entry keypad. • Unlock the vehicle with a key in the driver’s door lock cylinder. • Use a SecuriLock key to move the ignition to the 4 (ON) or 5 (START) position. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 108: Seating And Safety Restraints
Adjust your head restraint so that it is located directly or as close as possible behind your head. The head restraints can be moved up and down. Push control to lower head restraint. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 109 Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 110 • Push a third time to deactivate. The indicator light on the control will illuminate when activated. The heating of the seat turns off after 10 minutes or when the vehicle is turned off. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 111 The memory seat positions are also recalled when you press your remote entry transmitter UNLOCK control. To program the memory seat to remote entry transmitter, refer to Remote entry system in the Locks and security chapter. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 112 Push button to lower head restraint. Seat mounted cup holders (if equipped) Deploy by pressing the button on top of the cupholder. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 113 The cupholder can be reinstalled by returning to the closed position. Adjusting 2nd row seats (if equipped) Lift control to adjust seat forward or backward. • 2nd row bucket seat (if equipped) 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 114 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. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 115 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. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 116 • Do not operate the vehicle with seats in tumbled position. Always latch the vehicle seat to the floor, whether the seat is occupied or empty. If not latched, the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 117 This will cause the seatback to flip forward and the seat track latches to open. Push the seat forward to allow easier exit from the third row. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 118 2. Place the 2nd row seat in a rear position to allow the 2nd row seat to be fully upright. 3. Place seat in tumbled position. (See Accessing 3rd row seat) 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 119 (yellow). 5. Rotate the seat rearward at a 30 to 45 degree angle. 6. With the assist handle, pull the seat rearward. 7. Remove the seat from vehicle. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 120 2. Find the clips attached near the ends of the lap/shoulder belts. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 121 Prior to installation, ensure that the seats are on the correct side of the vehicle. Ensure that the seat is positioned so that the seat belt buckle is near the center aisle of the vehicle. The seatback must be folded flat prior to installation. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 122 2. Install seat onto rear pin of front tub at a 30 to 45 degree angle. 3. Rotate the seat forward until it latches onto the front pin. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 123 If not latched, the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop. Second row bench seat 1. Position the seat in vehicle. 2. Align seat front hooks to the rear most pins of the front tub. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 124 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. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 125 Use a key or seat belt tongue to release the buckle. 3. Store the tongue of the sliding latchplate in the belt pocket. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 126 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. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 127 Refer to the label attached to the rear of the vehicle seat. 7. Release the cushion latches by pulling the number 2 strap. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 128 1. Lift the seat out of the tub in the floor 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. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 129 The 3rd row seat is equipped with a tailgate function to be utilized when the vehicle is parked and engine turned off. This rearward-facing position allows the customer to open the liftgate and sit facing out of the vehicle rearward. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 130 Then, pull the seat rearward by the number 3 strap and set the seat on the liftgate scuff plate. The number 1 strap is not used to access this position. Do not sit on the head restraints. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 131: Safety Restraints
How does the Personal Safety System work? The Personal Safety System can adapt the deployment strategy of your vehicle’s safety devices according to crash severity and occupant 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 132 A label is located under the front passenger seat which is marked “OCS”. Take your vehicle to any Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer for assistance. For air bags 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 to the air bag when it begins to inflate.
Page 133 The safety belt pretensioners can be either activated alone or, if the collision is of sufficient severity, together with the air bags. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 134 Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 135 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. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 136 Failure to inspect and replace if necessary the Belt and Retractor assembly after an accident could increase the risk of injury in a collision. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 137 Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 138 This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Ford Motor Company recommends that all passenger safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified technician after any collision to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still working properly.
Page 139 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. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 140 If the BeltMinder warnings have expired (warnings for approximately 5 minutes) for one occupant (driver or front passenger), the other occupant can still activate the BeltMinder feature. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Then...
Page 141 1 in 4 of us will be seriously injured in a crash during our lifetime. “I’m not going far” 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles of home. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Then...
Page 142 Minder chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of injury in an accident. To disable (one-time) or deactivate the Belt Minder feature please follow the directions stated below. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 143 9 times, ending in the unbuckled 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. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 144 (if equipped), LATCH child seat tether anchors and lower anchors (if equipped), and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced. However, if the collision was...
Page 145: Air Bags
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Page 146 Do not put anything on or over the air bag module. Placing objects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causing serious injury. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 147 Seating and Safety Restraints Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle (including frame, bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks) may affect the performance of the air bag system, increasing the risk of injury.
Page 148 While the system is designed to help reduce serious injuries, contact with a deploying air bag may also cause abrasions, swelling or temporary hearing loss. Because air bags must inflate rapidly and with considerable 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 149 The front passenger sensing system is designed to meet the regulatory requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 208 and is designed to turn off the front passenger’s frontal air bag if: 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 150 (may inflate). If a person of adult-size is sitting in the front passenger’s seat, but the passenger air bag off or pass air bag off indicator is lit, it could be 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 151 If it is necessary to modify an advanced front air bag system to accommodate a person with disabilities, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center at the phone number shown in the Customer Assistance section of this Owner’s Guide.
Page 152 Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag SRS, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an air bag. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided.
Page 153 Do not lean your head on the door. The Safety Canopy injure you as it deploys from the headliner. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) could...
Page 154 Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Safety Canopy system, its fuses, the A, B, C or D pillar trim, or the headliner on a vehicle containing a Safety Canopy . See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer.
Page 155 Several Safety Canopy inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) will not interfere...
Page 156 Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles (including pretensioners) See your local dealership or qualified technician. Air bags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 157: Child Restraints
Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended in your vehicle. Child booster seats Children outgrow a typical convertible or toddler seat when they weigh 40 pounds and are around 4 years of age. Although the lap/shoulder belt 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 158 To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better. They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably.
Page 159 It is best to use a booster seat with lap/shoulder belts in the back seat- the safest place for children to ride. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 160 • Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety seat, with the tongue between the child seat and the release button, to prevent accidental unbuckling. • Place seat back in upright position. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 161 36 kg (80 pounds) 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 tether anchors.
Page 162 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 163 7. Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buckle and pull up on the shoulder belt while pushing down with your knee on the child seat. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 164 Children should be placed in the rear in an appropriate child safety seat that is properly secured to the vehicle. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 165 LATCH child seat installed at the center of the bench seat. Front passenger seating position (manual adjusting seats only) 1. Position the child safety seat on the passenger seat cushion. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 166 3. Grasp the tether strap and position it to the seat frame. 4. Rotate the tether hook, and clip the tether strap to the seat frame. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 167 6. Install the child safety seat tightly using the LATCH anchors or safety belts. Follow the instructions in this chapter. 7. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 168 This type of child seat eliminates the need to use safety belts to attach the child seat. For forward-facing child seats, the tether strap must also be attached to the proper tether anchor. See Attaching safety seats with tether straps in this chapter. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 169 The lower anchors for child seat installation are located at the rear section of the rear seat between the cushion and seat back. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 170 Also try to tug the seat forward. Check to see if the anchors hold the seat in place. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 171: Driving
Starting the engine in this chapter. Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driving...
Page 172 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. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 173 • 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. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driving...
Page 174 If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time, open the windows at least one inch (2.5 cm) or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 175: Brakes
Brake Assist (if equipped as part of the AdvanceTrac system) The Brake Assist system provides full braking force during panic braking situations. It detects a rapid application of the brake pedal and 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 176 AdvanceTrac enhances your vehicle’s stability during maneuvers that require all available tire traction, like in wet/snowy/icy road conditions 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) and a more advanced function to...
Page 177 CHECK ADVANCETRAC shown in the display. Have the vehicle system serviced immediately. If the vehicle is stuck in snow or mud or when driving in deep sand, switching off the AdvanceTrac 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driving...
Page 178 If you experience a severe road event, SLOW DOWN. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) operation.
Page 179 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). 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driving...
Page 180 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. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 181 • 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. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driving...
Page 182 “parking speeds”. Inclement weather may also affect the function of the RSS; this may include reduced performance or a false activation. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 183 10 inches (25.0 cm) from the side of the vehicle, the tone will sound for only three seconds. Once the system detects an object approaching, the tone will sound again. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driving...
Page 184: Vehicle Loading
Properly loading your vehicle will provide maximum return of vehicle design performance. Before loading your vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms for determining 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 185 Note: For trailer towing information refer to Trailer towing found in this chapter or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your dealership. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driving...
Page 186 GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 187 GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driving...
Page 188: Trailer Towing
• 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. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 189 Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle. See your dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you require assistance. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Driving...
Page 190 Your lamp outage feature may also be disabled or provide incorrect information. See your dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 191 P (Park). • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. If you must park on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer’s wheels. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 192: Recreational Towing
(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). 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 193: Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Emergencies GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: • 24–hours, seven days a week •...
Page 194: Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
Roadside Emergencies Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call 1–800–665–2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain reimbursement information, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call 1-800-241-3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140.
Page 195: Fuses And Relays
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. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 196 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. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 197 Auxiliary climate control system/Power Liftgate Module/Left and right power sliding door module/Data Link Connector (DLC)/Clock B+ feeds Brake-Shift Interlock (BSI) Run feed, Climate control system Run feed 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Roadside Emergencies Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description...
Page 198 Always replace the cover to the power distribution box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel...
Page 199 30A** Power liftgate 30A** SJB accessory #1 (passenger window, radio, vent windows) 30A** Left power seat/heated seat 40A** ABS #1 (pump motor) 40A** Rear defroster 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Roadside Emergencies Power Distribution Box Description...
Page 200 15A* High beams 20A* Trailer stop/turn lamps 15A* Fuel pump driver module — Not used 10A* PCM KAP 10A* Alternator 10A* Adjustable pedals (non-memory) or memory module 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Power Distribution Box Description...
Page 201 Left low beam, Right front park/turn lamps, Right rear park/stop/turn lamps, Puddle lamps, Mirror signals, Visors, 2nd and 3rd row lamps, Cargo lamp, Defroster indicator 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Roadside Emergencies Power Distribution Box Description...
Page 202 Cooling fan relay #5 40A* Right-hand cooling fan motor (Vehicles with trailer tow package only) 15A** Low-speed cooling fan circuit breaker (Vehicles with trailer tow package only) 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Power Distribution Box Description Description...
Page 203 If you use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not follow these precautions, the tire could fail, causing you to lose control of the vehicle, possibly injuring yourself or others. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 204 Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
Page 205 Attached to the jack with a clip. Flat tire tether, wing Inside tire tether kit, next to jack. screw and cable tie Jack extension tool (cargo Attached to the jack kit. van model only) 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Roadside Emergencies Location...
Page 206 Place lug wrench onto end nut of extension tool. 2. Turn the wrench counterclockwise until cable is slack and tire can be slid rearward. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 207 3. Remove the primary retainer from the center of the tire. Unlock the secondary (locking) retainer by rotating the top portion one-quarter turn and remove it from the outer hole in the tire. • Secondary lock in unlocked position 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 208 If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be seriously injured. 1. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and set parking brake. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 209 Insert and twist the handle, then pry against the wheel. 7. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 210 Roadside Emergencies If 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. 8. Locate the jack notch next to the door closest to the tire you are changing, then place the jack on the frame rail directly behind the notch.
Page 211 3. Lay the tire flat and secure the cable with wing screw by installing it on the wing screw retainer in the floor and turning the wing screw clockwise. You will hear an audible click when the tire is properly secured. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 212 3. Wagon only: Raise the tire by turning the lug nut wrench clockwise until the hex nut ratchets. Cargo van only: Raise the tire by turning the jack extension tool clockwise with the lug nut wrench until the hex nut ratchets. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 213 20 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the front disc brake hub and rotor that contacts the wheel.
Page 214: Transmission Operation
Ensure that vent caps are tight and level. 5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical surges. Turn all other accessories off. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 215 Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 216 Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 217 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle’s battery. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 218 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. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 219: Wrecker Towing
It is recommended that your vehicle be towed by wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. If your vehicle is to be towed from the rear using wheel lift, the front wheels must be placed on a dolly to prevent damage to the transaxle.
Page 220: Customer Assistance
Center at the number below. Away from home If you own a Ford or Mercury vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the dealership could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealership to help you.
Page 221 If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the dealership could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealership to help you.
Page 222 5,000 participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canada dealers. If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since this information is subject to change, please ask your dealer for complete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, or visit the Ford ESP website at www.ford-esp.com.
Page 223 The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modify procedures and/or to discontinue this service without notice and without incurring obligations per applicable state law. What kinds of cases does the Board review?
Page 224 • The name of the dealer(s) who sold or serviced the vehicle. • A brief description of your unresolved concern. • A brief summary of the action taken by the dealer(s) and Ford Motor Company. • The names (if known) of all the people you contacted at the dealership(s).
Page 225 After a case is reviewed, the Board mails you a decision letter and a form on which to accept or reject the Board’s decision. The decisions of the Board are binding on Ford (and, in some cases, on the dealer) but not on consumers who are free to pursue other remedies available to them under state or federal law.
Page 226 If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central or South America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact the nearest Ford dealership. If the dealership cannot help you, write or call: FORD MOTOR COMPANY...
Page 227 Obtaining a French owner’s guide French Owner’s Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited, Service Publications, P.O. Box 1580, Station B, Mississauga, Ontario L4Y 4G3. IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY) California Civil Code Section 1793.2(d) requires that, if a manufacturer...
Page 228: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. To contact NHTSA, you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll-free at 1–800–424–9393 (or 366–0123 in the Washington D.C.
Page 229: Cleaning
• Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with the sliding door electrical contact switches. Paint sealant or other contaminants could interfere with the proper operation of the power locks or power 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 230 • Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The high-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 231 • The windshield, rear windows and side windows may be cleaned with a non-abrasive cleaner such as Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23), available from your dealer. • Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Cleaning...
Page 232 • Never saturate the seat covers with cleaning solution. • Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which can stain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities of the seat materials. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 233 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. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Cleaning...
Page 234 Cleaning FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle.
Page 235: Maintenance And Specifications
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Maintenance and Specifications...
Page 236 Your vehicle’s hood has two locations for the prop rod to be placed. These locations provide two different hood opening positions. Use the location which best suits your needs. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 237: Engine Compartment
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 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 238: Engine Oil
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 239 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 in this chapter. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 240 Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the American Petroleum Institute (API). To protect your engine’s warranty use Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 or an equivalent 5W-20 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C153-H. SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and durability performance meeting all requirements for your vehicle’s engine.
Page 241: Battery
Maintenance and Specifications It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application. BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service.
Page 242 5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 6. With your foot on the brake pedal and with the A/C on, put the vehicle in D (Drive) and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 243 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: 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 244 Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter. Note: Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not use engine coolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 245 • Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored), VC-7–A (U.S., except CA and OR), VC-7–B (CA and OR only), meeting Ford Specification WSS-M97B51–A1. Note: Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets, VC-6, may darken the color of Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant from yellow to golden tan.
Page 246 Your cooling system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 247 Maintenance and Specifications 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. Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner.
Page 248 • Always turn off the vehicle before fueling. • Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and if 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 249 • DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle (including the cargo area). • Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while filling. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 250 The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap.
Page 251 Gasolines that meet the World-wide Fuel Charter should be used when available. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World-wide Fuel Charter. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 252 Maintenance and Specifications Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to improve air quality. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse affect on powertrain components. If you have run out of fuel: •...
Page 253 Calculation 2: Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used. Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (city or highway). This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle’s fuel 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 254 • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size. • Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel economy. • Use recommended engine oil. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 255 To make sure that the catalytic converter and other emission control components continue to work properly: • Use only the specified fuel listed. • Avoid running out of fuel. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 256 Guide are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system. If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
Page 257 Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started, do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 258 If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range, the performance of your brake system could be compromised, seek service from your dealer immediately. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 259 The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperatures 66°C-77°C (150°F-170°F) on a level surface. The normal operating temperature can be reached after approximately 30 km (20 miles) of driving. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 260 Tire Quality Grades. The Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 261 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575.104(c)(2). U.S. Department of Transportation-Tire quality grades: The U.S. Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it. Treadwear...
Page 262: Low Tire Warning System
• Adjusting the pressure on one or more tires (note: tire pressures are often adjusted during oil change service) • Inflating a low tire will not clear the Low Tire Warning indicator light. Only resetting the system will clear the light. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 263 • Two or more under inflated tires. • Sudden loss of tire pressure. • Vehicle speeds less than 20 mph (30 km/h), greater than 70 mph (120 km/h) or driving duration less than 10 miles. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 264 • Sidewall of the tire: Area between the bead area and the tread. • Tread area of the tire: Area of the perimeter of the tire that contacts the road when mounted on the vehicle. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 265 6. 95: Indicates the tire’s load index. It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry. You may find this information in your owner’s guide. If not, contact a local tire dealer. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 266 9. M+S or M/S: Mud and Snow. or AT: All Terrain. or AS: All Season. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Speed rating - mph (km/h)
Page 267 The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) ⁄...
Page 268 4. Maximum Load Single lbs. (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single; a single is defined as when two tires (total) are put on the rear axle. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 269 You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick type tire pressure gauge.
Page 270 5. Repeat this procedure for each tire, including the spare. Note: Some spare tires require higher inflation pressure than the other tires. Check the tire label on the B pillar or the driver’s door for the recommended spare tire pressure. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 271 Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can cause uneven and rapid treadwear of your tires and should be corrected by a qualified technician at a Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealer. Front wheel drive (FWD) vehicles, and those with an independent rear suspension require alignment of all four wheels.
Page 272 Maintenance and Specifications • Front Wheel Drive (FWD) vehicles (front tires at top of diagram) 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 273 Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask a qualified technician at a Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealership to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tire rotation.
Page 274 Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same size and type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire or wheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety and performance of your vehicle, which could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
Page 275 If you cannot detect a cause, have the vehicle towed to the nearest repair facility or tire dealer to have the vehicle inspected. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 276 • Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. Do not use tire chains on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 277: Part Numbers
Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the PCV valve. Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft or equivalent replacement part. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not used.
Page 278: Refill Capacities
Windshield Washer Concentrate Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter. DOT 3 fluid is recommended. However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used. Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.
Page 279: Lubricant Specifications
Maintenance and Specifications Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C153–H and the API Certification mark. LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford part name Brake fluid Motorcraft High...
Page 280 Constant Motorcraft CV velocity joints Joint Grease (High Temp.) Windshield Motorcraft washer fluid Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Ford part Ford number specification XG-4 or XL-5 ESB-M1C93-B orESR-M1C159-A Motorcraft XL-1 none XT-2-QDX...
Page 281 Maintenance and Specifications Use only brake fluids certified to meet Ford specifications. DOT 3 fluid is recommended. However, if DOT 3 is not available, DOT 4 fluid can be used. Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used MERCON and MERCON V are not interchangeable.
Page 282 Maintenance and Specifications 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 283 The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX instrument panel. (Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number.) 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 284 Transmission/Transaxle code designations You can find a transmission/transaxle code on the vehicle certification label which is located on the door pillar. The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 285 Front wheel drive automatic transaxle 4–speed overdrive (4F27E) 4–speed overdrive (4FE) 3–speed (Mazda) 4–speed overdrive (AX4S) 4–speed overdrive (4F20E) 4–speed overdrive (4F50N) 4–speed overdrive (CD4E) Rear wheel drive manual transaxle 5–speed (Mazda M5) 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 286 Maintenance and Specifications Code Transmission/Transaxle Description Rear wheel drive automatic transmission 4–speed overdrive (4R70W) 5–speed overdrive (5R55N) 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 287: Accessories
In addition, each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford’s rigorous engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or...
Page 288 • Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use. 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus)
Page 289: Index
Automatic transmission driving an automatic overdrive ...181 Auxiliary power point ...64 Axle lubricant specifications ...279 Battery ...241 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Index acid, treating emergencies ...241 jumping a disabled battery ...214 maintenance-free ...241 replacement, specifications ...277 servicing ...241...
Page 290 ...247, 278 specifications ...279, 281 Cruise control (see Speed control) ...68 Cupholder(s) ...112 Customer Assistance ...193 Ford accessories for your vehicle ...234 Ford Extended Service Plan ...222 Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada ...226 Getting roadside assistance ...193 Getting the service you need ...220...
Page 291 Gas mileage (see Fuel economy) ...252 Gauges ...15 Hazard flashers ...194 Head restraints ...108, 112 Headlamps ...43 aiming ...46 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Index autolamp system ...43 bulb specifications ...49 daytime running lights ...44 flash to pass ...45 high beam ...44...
Page 292 Mirrors ...56, 66 automatic dimming rearview mirror ...66 fold away ...68 heated ...67 programmable memory ...100 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) side view mirrors (power) ...67 Motorcraft parts ...252, 277 Octane rating ...251 Oil (see Engine oil) ...238 Overdrive ...180...
Page 293 ...117, 124, 128–129 SecuriLock passive anti-theft system ...105 Servicing your vehicle ...235 Spare tire (see Changing the Tire) ...203, 205 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Index Spark plugs, specifications ...277, 281 Specification chart, lubricants ...279, 281...
Page 294 Turn signal ...47 Vehicle dimensions ...281 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...283 Vehicle loading ...184 Ventilating your vehicle ...174 2004 Freestar (win) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA English (fus) Warning lights (see Lights) ...10 Washer fluid ...238 Water, Driving through ...184 Windows power ...65...

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