FORD 2005 Freestyle - Manual (Page 11)

(resume) button will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. The RSM control will not
work if the vehicle speed is below 30 mph (48km/h) or if the OFF button was pressed. To disengage the
speed control, press the OFF or CNCL button or press the brake.
SIX | TILT STEERING COLUMN
To adjust the steering wheel, push the adjustment lever down to unlock the steering
column. While the lever is down, tilt the steering column to your desired position. While
holding the steering column in place, pull the lever up to its original position to lock the
steering column. Do not adjust while driving.
SEVEN | STEERING WHEEL AUDIO CONTROLS
(IF EQUIPPED)
These controls allow you to adust the radio and CD features from the steering wheel. Press
MEDIA to select AM, FM1, FM2 or CD. Press SEEK to access the next/previous strong
station or track on a CD. Press VOL+/- to adjust volume and MUTE to mute the volume.
EIGHT | WINDSHIELD WIPER WASHER
The multifunction lever controls the windshield wiper modes, speeds, and the windshield
washer. For intermittent operation, move the control up one position. You can then adjust
the rotary control to the desired interval speed. For normal or low wiper speed, move the
control up two positions from OFF. For high speed operation, move the control up three
positions from OFF. For windshield washer control, pull the end of the lever toward you. A
brief pull causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid. With a quick pull and hold, the wipers
will swipe three times with washer fluid. A long pull and hold will activate the wipers and washer fluid for
up to ten seconds.
NINE | TRACTION CONTROL ™
(IF EQUIPPED)
This system helps you maintain the stability and steerability of your vehicle on slippery road
surfaces such as snow, ice, or gravel. The system works closely with many of the elements
already present in the Anti-Lock Braking System. The system defaults to ON. However,
should you become stuck, try switching the Traction Control™ off.