Safety and environment protection

Warning symbols in this guide
How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed.
Warning symbols on your vehicle

When you see this symbol, it is imperative that you consult the relevant section of this guide before touching or attempting adjustment of any kind.
Protecting the environment

We must all play our part in protecting the environment. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste, cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards this aim. Information in this respect is highlighted in this guide with the tree symbol.
CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning
WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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Adjusting the second row seatback
WARNING: 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.
The second row seat recline ...
Sound Adjustments
Press SOUND repeatedly to cycle through the following features:
BASS: Press
SEEK
to adjust the level of bass.
TREBLE: Press
SEEK
to adjust the level of treble.
BALANCE: Press
SE ...
Cleaner air
Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to
improve air quality. ...
