This comprehensive Service and Repair Manual covers the Ford FIVE HUNDRED 500, specifically for the model years 2005, 2006, and 2007. It provides a detailed guide for all aspects of your vehicle, encompassing every model and engine configuration. Designed for both experienced mechanics and DIY enthusiasts, this manual serves as your primary resource for maintenance, repair, rebuilding, refurbishing, or restoring your Ford FIVE HUNDRED 500. The manual offers step-by-step instructions, supported by detailed illustrations, diagrams, wiring schematics, and specifications. It covers a wide range of procedures, including engine overhaul and rebuilding, brake system maintenance, sunroof operation, timing belt replacement, troubleshooting and diagnostics, computer diagnostic trouble tree charts, engine performance optimization, front end and alignment procedures, suspension adjustments, transmission removal and installation, air conditioning service and capacities, transmission in-car servicing, computer diagnostic codes, firing orders, detailed specifications for every model covered, factory maintenance schedules and charts, serpentine belt routings, timing belt service procedures, brake servicing procedures, driving concerns, complete torque specifications, U-joint and CV-joint service procedures, repair procedures, complete wiring diagrams, and hundreds of illustrations. This manual is 100% complete and intact, ensuring you have access to all the information you need. It is organized with bookmarks and a searchable index for easy navigation, allowing you to quickly find the specific information you require. The detailed illustrations, exploded diagrams, drawings, and photos guide you through each service and repair procedure.

The Ford Five Hundred, a mid-size sedan produced from 2005 to 2007, marked a departure from Ford's traditional design language, embracing a more contemporary and rounded aesthetic. Built on the Ford D3 platform, the Five Hundred shared its underpinnings with the Mercury Montego and the Ford Freestyle. Its exterior design featured a large, upright grille, swept-back headlights, and a distinctive profile with a long hood and a sloping roofline. Inside, the Five Hundred offered spacious and comfortable accommodations for five passengers, boasting ample legroom and headroom in both the front and rear. The interior design emphasized practicality and user-friendliness, featuring a well-organized dashboard and intuitive controls. Powering the Ford Five Hundred was a 3.0-liter Duratec V6 engine, producing 203 horsepower and 207 lb-ft of torque. This engine was mated to a six-speed automatic transmission, delivering a smooth and responsive driving experience. The Five Hundred offered a choice of front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, providing a balance of fuel efficiency and all-weather capability. While not renowned for its sporty handling, the Five Hundred provided a comfortable and refined ride, making it a suitable choice for daily commuting and family outings. The car featured a wide range of standard features, including air conditioning, power windows and locks, and a CD player. Optional equipment included leather upholstery, a sunroof, and a navigation system. Despite its ambitious design and features, the Ford Five Hundred faced stiff competition in a crowded mid-size sedan market and ultimately fell short of sales expectations, leading to its discontinuation in 2007.