Ford Freestyle (2007 year). Manual — part 21

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”.

4. Release the RESET control
momentarily, then press RESET and
SETUP controls at the same time to
activate a service mode which will
display “OIL LIFE XX% RESET TO
ALTER”.

5. Press RESET until you find your personalized OIL LIFE XX%.

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
• Charging system
• Door sensor
• Liftgate sensor
• Exterior lamps
• Traction control
• Washer fluid
• Brake Fluid
Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible if these messages
occur on a regular basis.

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POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT (IF EQUIPPED)

Do not install additional floor mats on top of the factory installed
floor mats as they may interfere with the accelerator or the

brake pedals.

To install floor mats that have a retention post:

Position the floor mat so that the
eyelet is over the pointed end of the
retention post and rotate forward to
lock in. Make sure that the mat does
not interfere with the operation of
the accelerator or the brake pedal.
To remove the floor mat, reverse the
installation procedure.

LIFTGATE

Unlock the liftgate (but not release
it) with the power door lock system
and remote entry transmitter.

To open the liftgate, pull the liftgate
handle rearward.
• Do not open the liftgate in a

garage or other enclosed area
with a low ceiling. If the liftgate is
opened, the liftgate could be
damaged against a low ceiling.

• Do not leave the liftgate open while driving. Doing so could cause

serious damage to the liftgate and its components as well as allowing
carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle.

Make sure that the liftgate door is closed to prevent exhaust
fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This will also prevent

passengers and cargo from falling out. If you must drive with the
liftgate door open, keep the vents open so outside air comes into the
vehicle.

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POWER LIFTGATE (PLG) (IF EQUIPPED)

With this option, you can power open or close the liftgate with the
provided controls.
• overhead console button
• remote entry transmitter button
• outside release handle
• liftgate trim-mounted switch (closing)
Opening and Closing the PLG:

The PLG controls will operate without having the key in the ignition. The
transaxle must be in PARK to power operate the PLG, when the key is in
the ignition and turned to the ON position. When the liftgate is being
power closed, a chime will sound three times before the liftgate begins to
power close. A single chime indicates a problem with the close request.
A faster chime indicates there is an excessive load on the liftgate (snow,
bike rack, etc.) or a possible strut malfunction. If the excessive load is
removed and you still have a faster chime, have the system serviced
immediately by your authorized dealer.

WARNING: Make sure all persons are clear of the power liftgate
area before using the power liftgate controls to open or close the

liftgate.

Keep the keys out of the reach of children. Do not allow children
to play on or near an open or moving power liftgate.

Exercise care, when power opening or closing the PLG in a garage or
other enclosed area with a low ceiling or close to a wall/garage door. The
PLG could be damaged from the contact.

Do not attempt to manually force the PLG to travel faster than the
power system will permit.

When power operating the PLG at temperatures below 32° F (0° C), the
PLG may stop about 5 inches (12.7 cm) from the full open position. The
PLG can be fully opened by pushing it upward to the maximum open
position.

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The Power Door Lockout Control is
located in the overhead console.
With the control in the OFF
position, power operation is disabled
from the liftgate handle and from
the liftgate trim switch. The
overhead console switch and remote entry transmitter will operate the
liftgate regardless of the position of the lockout switch.

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.

To power open or close the PLG
with the Remote entry
transmitter:

1. Press this control twice within
three seconds to power open the
PLG. The interior lamps will
illuminate.

2. Press this control another two
times within three seconds to close
the PLG and turn off the interior
lights.

Refer to Remote Entry System in the Locks and Security chapter.

To power open the PLG with
outside release handle:

1. Ensure that the Power Door
Lockout Control in the overhead
console is ON.

2. Ensure that the PLG is unlocked,
using the remote entry transmitter
or power door unlock. Refer to
Remote Entry System in the Locks
and security chapter.

3. Pull up on the liftgate handle to engage the power assist feature.
Release the handle as soon as the PLG begins to power open.

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