Ford Freestyle (2007 year). Manual — part 16

CLOCK (IF EQUIPPED)

Press the right (+) control to move
the time display forwards.

Press the left (-) control to move
the time display backwards.

AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)

Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not insert
any other object in the power outlet as this will damage the
outlet and blow the fuse. Do not hang any type of accessory or
accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power
outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.

Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element (if
equipped).

To prevent the fuse from being blown, do not use the power point(s)
over the vehicle capacity of 12 VDC/180W.

To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power
point longer than necessary when the engine is not running.

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.

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• Located next to the second row

seat.

• Located on the right trim panel in

the rear cargo area.

Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped)

Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter
socket.

Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating, this will
damage the lighter element and socket. The lighter will be released from
its heating position when it is ready to be used.

Improper use of the lighter can cause damage not covered by your
warranty.

POWER WINDOWS

Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let
children play with the power windows. They may seriously injure

themselves.

When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free
of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in

the proximity of the window openings.

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Press and pull the window switches
to open and close windows.
• Push down (to the first detent)

and hold the switch to open.

• Pull up (to the first detent) and

hold the switch to close.

One touch down

Allows the driver’s window to open
fully without holding the control
down. Push the switch completely
down to the second detent and
release quickly. The window will
open fully. Momentarily press the
switch to any position to stop the
window operation.

Accessory delay

With accessory delay, the window switches and radio may be used for up
to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or
until any door or trunk is opened.

Power vent windows

Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let
children play with the power vent windows. They may seriously

injure themselves.

When closing the power vent windows, you should verify they
are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are

not in the proximity of the window openings.

AUTO

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The power vent windows are
operated by a single switch located
on the instrument panel. Press and
hold the bottom of the switch to
open or the top of the switch to
close both vent windows.

A sound will be heard when opening
and closing the vent windows. This
is a normal noise that informs you
the windows are operating.

AUTOMATIC DIMMING INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED)

Your vehicle may be equipped with
an inside rear view mirror with an
auto-dimming function. The
electronic day/night mirror will
change from the normal (high
reflective) state to the non-glare
(darkened) state when bright lights
(glare) reach the mirror. When the mirror detects bright light from
behind the vehicle, it will automatically adjust (darken) to minimize
glare.

The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the
vehicle is placed in R (Reverse) to ensure a bright clear view when
backing up.

Do not block the sensor on the backside of the inside rear view mirror
since this may impair proper mirror performance.

EXTERIOR MIRRORS

Power side view mirrors

To adjust your mirrors:

1. Rotate the control clockwise to
adjust the right mirror and rotate
the control counterclockwise to
adjust the left mirror.

2. Move the control in the direction
you wish to tilt the mirror.

3. Return to the center position to
lock mirrors in place.

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