Ford 2009 Explorer Sport Trac v.1- Manuals

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? Inthis guide, answers to such questions are contained in commentshighlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should beread and observed. Warning symbol...

Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting andstoring diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentiallyincludes information about the performance or status of various systemsand modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake...

Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Guide carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this t...

Cell phone use The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasinglyimportant in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when usingsuch equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safetyand security when app...

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid -Non-Petroleum Based P...

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.Many lig...

Powertrain malfunction indicator: Illuminates when a powertrain, a 4x4 or an AWD fault has been detected. Contact your authorized dealeras soon as possible. • Standard instrument cluster • Optional instrument cluster Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warninglight is functional,...

• Optional instrument cluster Speed control: Illuminates when the speed control is activated. Turnsoff when the speed control systemis deactivated. O/D off: Illuminates when the overdrive function of thetransmission has been turned off;refer to the Driving chapter. AdvanceTrac 威 : Flashes when the A...

Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the on position and anydoor is open. Low fuel (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel level inthe fuel tank is at or near empty(refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter). Low washer fluid (if equipped): Illuminates when the windshieldwasher fluid is low. Tu...

GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range (between “H” and“C”). If it enters the red section, theengine is overheating; refer to Engine coolant ...

AUDIO SYSTEMSQuick start — How to get going WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take theirfocus off the road. The drivers primary responsibility is the s...

For a single CD system, if a disc is not already loaded, insert onlyone, label side up into the CD slot.LOADING CD and READING DISC will appear in the display. The firsttrack on the disc will begin playing. For an in-dash six CD system, if a disc is not already loaded, pressLOAD. Select a slot numbe...

Press SHUFFLE to engage shufflemode. SHUFFLE ON will appear inthe display. If you wish to engageshuffle mode right away, press SEEK to begin random play. Otherwise,random play will begin when the current track is finished playing. CDSHUF will appear in the display.To disengage, press SHUFFLE again. ...

• DELETE SONG: Press OK to delete a song from the system’s memory. Press / to cycle through the saved songs. When the song appears in the display that you would like to delete, press OK.The song will appear in the display for confirmation. Press OK againand the display will read SONG DELETED. If you...

TRACK/FOLDER MODE: Available only on MP3 discs in CD mode. In track mode, press SEEK, SEEK to scroll through all tracks on the discIn folder mode, press SEEK, SEEK to scroll through tracks within the selected folder.Press FOLDER, FOLDER to access the previous/next folder (if available).Press OK to c...

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press SEEK, SEEK to seek to the previous/next channel. If a specific category is selected,(Jazz, Rock, News, etc.), press SEEK, SEEK to seek to the previous/next channel in the selected category. Press and hold SEEK, SEEK to fast seek through the previous /next...

Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radiosubscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. In TEXT MODE, sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed. When the “>” indicator is active, press SEEK to view the additional display text. When the “&l...

18. (CD eject): To eject a disc from the system, press . Select the correct slot number usingmemory presets 1–6. When ready, the system will eject the disc and thedisplay will read REMOVE CD. If the disc is not removed in 15 seconds,the system will reload the disc.If there is only one disc present i...

2. An audio extension cable with stereo male 1/8 in. (3.5 mm)connectors at each end To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack: 1. Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off. 2. Ensure that the battery in your portable music player is new or fullycharged and that t...

moving. Also, the portable music player should be stored in a securelocation, such as the center console or the glove box, when the vehicle isin motion. The audio extension cable must be long enough to allow theportable music player to be safely stored while the vehicle is in motion. USB port (if eq...

CDs with homemade paper(adhesive) labels should not beinserted into the CD player asthe label may peel and cause theCD to become jammed. It isrecommended that homemadeCDs be identified withpermanent felt tip marker ratherthan adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Pleasecontact your authori...

Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3discs, it is important to understandhow the system will read thestructures you create. While variousfiles may be present, (files withextensions other than mp3), onlyfiles with the .mp3 extension will beplayed. Other files will be ignoredby the syst...

• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freewayoverpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms caninterfere with your reception. • Station overload: When you pass a ground based broadcast repeatingtower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result ...

Radio Display Condition Action Required NO TEXT Category information not available. Category information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. NO SIGNAL Loss of signal from the SIRIUS satellite or SIRIUS tower to the vehicle antenna. You are in a location that i...

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 1. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of theairflow in the vehicle. 2. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in thevehicle. See the following for a briefdescription on each control. Max A/C: Distributes recircu...

DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DATC) SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 1. A/C control: Press to turn on the air conditioning. Press again toturn off the air conditioning. Usewith to improve cooling performance and efficiency. It engages automatically with the press of AUTO, , and MAX A/C. 2. (Recirculation c...

4. MAX A/C: Distributes recirculated air through theinstrument panel vents to cool thevehicle. This recooling of theinterior air is more economical and efficient. Recirculated air may alsohelp reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. 5. DUAL: Press to turn on the separate passenger side t...

14. Driver’s side temperature control: Press to increase or decrease the temperature on thedriver side of the cabin. This controlalso sets the passenger side temperature when DUAL is disengaged.Recommended initial settings are 72°F (22°C) to 75°F (24°C) and thenadjust for comfort. 15. Fan Speed: Man...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. Autolamp control(if equipped) The autolamp control sets theheadlamps to turn on and offautomatically. The autolamp control,located on the headlamp cont...

Flash to pass Pull the lever toward you toactivate. Release the lever todeactivate. PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel when exteriorlights are on. • Rotate the thumbwheel from leftto right to brighten theinstrument panel. • Rotate the thumbwheel from rightto lef...

Function Number of bulbs Trade number Front door courtesylamp 1 168 Map lamps 2 168 (T10) Ashtray lamp 1 161 Visor vanity lamp -Slide on rail system(SOR) 2 A6224PF All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted. To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer. Replac...

Replacing tail/brake/turn/backup lamp bulbs 1. Turn the headlamp switch off andopen the tailgate. 2. Remove the two bolts from thelamp assembly. 3. Remove the lamp assembly. 4. Rotate the bulb socketcounterclockwise and remove itfrom the lamp assembly. 5. Pull the bulb straight out of thesocket. Rev...

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease thespeed of the wipers. Windshield washer: Push the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe ofthe wipers without washer fluid. • a quick pus...

TILT STEERING COLUMN Pull the lever down and release, tounlock the steering column tilt lock.With the lever in the down position,tilt the steering column and wheelto its desired orientation. Do notpush or pull the lever while tiltingthe wheel. Lift the lever back to its originalposition to lock the ...

Slide on rod feature Rotate the visor towards the sidewindow and extend it rearward foradditional sunlight coverage. Note: To stow the visor back into the headliner, visor must beretracted before moving it backtowards the windshield. OVERHEAD CONSOLE The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console...

Installing a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety ofaftermarket garage door openers: • Place the VELCRO 威 hook onto the side of the aftermarkettransmitter opposite of thebutton. • Place the transmitter into storagecompartment, button down...

Truck bed auxiliary power point An additional auxiliary power pointis located in the bed of the truck(12V 20AMP max). Lift the cover to access the auxiliarypower point. CENTER CONSOLE 1. Cupholders 2. Tissue holder in lid 3. Rear power point 4. Large utility compartment has anexterior power point in...

To operate ONE TOUCH UP: • Pull the switch completely up tothe second detent and releasequickly. The window will closefully. Momentarily press theswitch to any position to stop thewindow operation. If the switch is pressed and held tothe normal open or ONE TOUCH DOWN position during a ONE TOUCHUP ev...

Bounce-back When the back window is moving toward the fully closed position and anobstacle interferes with the window’s movement, the back window willreverse direction and move toward the fully open position. This is knownas “bounce-back”. Security override If, during a bounce-back condition and wit...

Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal. This will not erase your vehicle’s previouslyset speed. • Press the speed control OFFcontrol. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speedcontrol set speed memory is erased...

In CD or USB mode (if equipped): • Press SEEK to select the next selection on the CD/USB or press and hold to forward or reverse through the CD/USB. In any mode: • Press VOL + or − to adjustvolume. Navigation system hands freecontrol features (if equipped) Press and hold VOICE briefly untilthe voice...

Selectable features Press and release theSELECT/RESET control switch toscroll and reset the followingfunctions. Select or reset thefunction by holding theSELECT/RESET button for morethan two seconds. Info menu This menu displays the following control displays: • Odometer/Trip Odometer (Trip A and Tr...

Average fuel economy (AFE) Select this function to display youraverage fuel economy in miles/gallonor liters/km. If you calculate your average fueleconomy by dividing miles traveledby gallons of fuel used (liters of fuelused by 100 kilometers traveled), your figure may be different thandisplayed for...

Compass zone adjustment (if equipped) 1. Determine which magnetic zoneyou are in for your geographiclocation by referring to the zonemap. 2. Turn ignition to the on position. 3. Locate the reset button on top ofthe compass sensor mounted behindthe mirror. 4. Press and hold the reset buttonon the com...

OPTIONAL MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) With the ignition in the on position,the message center, located on yourinstrument cluster, displaysimportant vehicle information through a constant monitor ofvehicle systems. You may select display features on the messagecenter for a display of status. Thesyste...

Note: Compass zone and calibration adjustments can be entered by using the INFO and SETUP MENU controls or using the reset button ontop of the compass sensor mounted behind the mirror. Compass zone adjustment (if equipped) 1. Determine your magnetic zone byreferring to the zone map. 2. Turn ignition...

TAILGATE LOCK The tailgate lock is designed to helpprevent theft of the tailgate. • Insert ignition key and turn to theright to lock. • Turn ignition key to the left tounlock. Tailgate removal WARNING: Vehicles equipped with a cap, keep passengers and pets out of the pickup box area when vehicle is ...

Exterior tiedown hooks Exterior tiedown hooks mounted onthe side of the pickup box: • can be used to secure loadswithin the pickup box. • can be used to secure half thetonneau cover in an openposition. CARGO CAGE (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo cage designed to extend thepick...

Activating Cargo Cage TheftDeterrent Device: The following procedure can bedone with the cargo cage in thestowed or extended position. 1. Locate the Phillips head screw inthe middle of the vertical brace onthe locking clip. 2. Turn the screw counterclockwiseuntil you hear an audible click. 3. To dea...

To remove the tonneau cover: The tonneau cover weighs 70 lb.(29 kg) and needs to be supportedduring removal since the panels willautomatically lock when set downon the pickup box. This is a twoperson operation. • Unlock and support the front andrear panels. • Fold the rear panel on top of thefront p...

WARNING: Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or animals unattended in the vehicle. On hot days, the temperature in the pickup box can rise very quickly. Exposure of people or animals tothese high temperatures for even a short time can cause death orserious heat-related injuries, including brai...

Pickup box storage compartment The storage compartments are located inside the pickup box behind thewheel wells. The storage compartments havebeen designed to be a waterresistant system. A small amount ofwater may drain into the storagecompartments with the lid closed. 1. Turn latch counterclockwise...

KEYS One key operates the door, tailgate, and tonneau cover locks and startsthe vehicle. Always carry a spare key with you in case of an emergency. Your door and ignition keys are programmed to your vehicle; using anon-programmed key will not permit your vehicle to start. If you loseyour authorized ...

4. Press and hold the 3 • 4. While holding the 3 • 4 press the 7 • 8. 5. Release the 7 • 8. 6. Release the 3 • 4. The user should receive a horn chirp to indicate the system has beendisabled or a chirp followed by a honk to indicate the system has beenenabled. Message center procedure For informatio...

CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS • When these locks are set, therear doors cannot be opened fromthe inside. • The rear doors can be openedfrom the outside when the doorsare unlocked. The childproof locks are located onrear edge of each rear door andmust be set separately for eachdoor. Setting the lock for one ...

Your vehicle is equipped with a remote entry system which allows you to: • unlock the vehicle doors withouta key. • lock all the vehicle doors withouta key. • activate the personal alarm. If there are problems with theremote entry system, make sure totake ALL remote entry transmitters with you to yo...

2. Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals on the backsurface of the circuit board. 3. Remove the old battery. Note: Please refer to local regulations when disposing oftransmitter batteries. 4. Insert the new battery. Refer tothe diagram inside the remote entrytransmitter for the correcto...

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) You can use the keyless entrykeypad to: • lock or unlock the doors withoutusing a key. • activate or deactivate theautolock feature. The keypad can be operated withthe factory set 5–digit entry code;this code is located on the owner’swallet card in the glove box, i...

Erasing personal code 1. Enter the factory set 5–digit code. 2. Within five seconds, press the 1 • 2 on the keypad and release. 3. Press and hold the 1 • 2 for two seconds. This must be done within five seconds of completing Step 2. All personal codes are now erased and only the factory set 5–digit ...

Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the samekey chain may cause vehicle starting issues. You need to prevent theseobjects from touching the coded key while starting the engine. Theseobjects will not cause dama...

8. Turn the ignition from the 1 (off) position to the 3 (on) position. Keepthe ignition in the 3 (on) position for at least three seconds, but notmore than 10 seconds. 9. Remove the newly programmed coded key from the ignition. If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle’se...

SEATING 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. WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. WARNING: Before ret...

WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, head restraints must be installed properly. Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped) WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright an...

Press the control to recline theseatback forward or rearward. Using the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Press one side of the control toadjust firmness. Press the other side of the controlto adjust softness. 2009 07+ Explorer S...

REAR SEATS If needed, when installing some high back child restraints, the headrestraints of the second row seating positions can be removed. Insert athin pointed object, such as a paper clip or pushpin, into the hole ofeach head restraint guide and while lifting up remove the head restraint.Store t...

Folding down the 2nd row 60/40 seats Ensure that the head restraint is in the down position and no objectssuch as books, purses or briefcases are on the floor in front of thesecond row seats before folding them down. 1. Lower the head restraints bypulling on the strap. 2. Locate handle on the side o...

allows your Personal Safety System 威 to distinguish between different levels of crash severity and modify the deployment strategy of thedual-stage airbags and safety belt pretensioners. Driver’s seat position sensor The driver’s seat position sensor allows your Personal Safety System 威 to tailor the...

Safety restraints precautions WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. WARNING: To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit in the back seat where they can be properly restrained. WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on ...

• Front and rear seats 2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from thebuckle. • Front and rear seats All safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulderbelts. All of the passenger combination lap and shoulder belts have threetypes of locking modes described b...

Automatic locking mode When to use the automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt willstill retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automaticlocking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. This mode should be used any time a ch...

WARNING: After any vehicle collision, the combination lap and shoulder belt system at all passenger seating positions must be checked by an authorized dealer to verify that the “automatic lockingretractor” feature for child seats is still functioning properly, in additionto other checks for proper s...

Front safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments at the front outboardseating positions. Adjust the heightof the shoulder belt so the belt restsacross the middle of your shoulder. To adjust the shoulder belt height,squeeze and hold the buttons on theside and slide t...

To adjust the comfort guide: 1. Slip the shoulder belt into thebelt guide. 2. Slide the guide up or down alongthe webbing so that the belt iscentered on the occupant’s shoulder. WARNING: Position the safety belt comfort guide so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adju...

Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the onposition... The safety belt warning lightilluminates 1-2 minutes and thewarning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. The driver’s safety belt isbuckled while the indicatorlight is illuminat...

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts(All statistics based on U.S. data): Reasons given... Consider... “Crashes are rare events” 36700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we areexposed to “rare” events, even forgood drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be ser...

Reasons given... Consider... “I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to inflate in rear andside crashes or rollovers. “I’d rather be thrown clear” Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 times more likelyto DIE. Safety be...

WARNING: Never place your arm over the airbag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries. To properly position yourself away from the airbag: • Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching thepedals comfortably. • Recline the seat slightly...

Children and airbags Children must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rearseating positions than in the frontseating position. Failure to followthese instructions may increase therisk of injury in a collision. WARNING: Airb...

The airbags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After airbagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burnt propellant. This mayconsist of cornstarch, talcumpowder (to lubricate the bag) orsodium compounds (e.g., bakingsoda) that result from thecombustion pr...

• one or more impact and safing sensors. • a readiness light and tone. • diagnostic module. • and the electrical wiring which connects the components. • Front passenger sensing system. Refer to Front passenger sensing system later in this chapter. • “Passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” indica...

Objects Pass Airbag OffIndicator Lamp Passenger Airbag Small (i.e. three-ringbinder, small purse,bottled water) Unlit Disabled Medium (i.e. heavybriefcase, fully packedluggage) Lit Disabled Empty seat, or smallto medium object withsafety belt buckled Lit Disabled If you think that the status of the ...

In case there is a problem with thefront passenger sensing system, theairbag readiness lamp in theinstrument cluster will stay lit. If the airbag readiness lamp is lit, do the following: The driver and/or adult passengers should check for any objects thatmay be lodged underneath the front passenger ...

Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone toindicate the condition of the system. Refer to Airbag readiness section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required. A difficulty with the system is ...

WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Safety Canopy 威 system, its fuses, the A, B, or C pillar trim, or the headliner on a vehicle containing a Safety Canopy 威 . Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should ...

The S.O.S. Post Crash Alert can be turned off when any one of thefollowing actions are taken by the driver or any other person: • pressing the hazard control button, • or pressing the panic button on the remote entry transmitter. The feature will continue to operate until the vehicle runs out of pow...

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, or age Recommendedrestraint type Infantsortoddlers Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) or less(generally age four or younger) Use a child safetyseat (sometimescalled an infantcarrier, convertibleseat, or toddlerseat). Smallch...

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children RestraintType Child Weight Use any attachment method as indicated below by “X” LATCH(loweranchorsand toptetheranchor) LATCH(loweranchorsonly) Safetybelt andtoptetheranchor Safetybelt only Rear facingchild seat Up to 48 lb(21 kg) X X ...

Transporting children Always make sure your child is secured properly in a device that isappropriate for their age, height and weight. All children are shapeddifferently. The child height, age and weight thresholds provided arerecommendations or the minimum requirements of law. The NationalHighway T...

SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Infant and/or toddler seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of thechild. When installing a child safety seat: • Review and follow the informationpresented in the Airbag supplemental restraint system(SRS) section in this chapter. • Carefully fol...

Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Many forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap whichextends from the back of the child safety seat and hooks to an anchoringpoint called the top tether anchor. Tether straps are available as anaccessory for many older safety seats. Conta...

4. Clip the tether strap to theanchor and return the seat back toits locked position. If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly, the child safety seat maynot be retained properly in theevent of a collision. 5. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to themanufacturer’s instructions. To...

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across thestomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest andrest snugly near the center of the shoulder. The drawings below comparethe ideal fit (cente...

Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does notstay positioned on the shoulder during use. Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. WARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind the back be...

NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handledifferently than passenger cars inthe various driving conditions thatare encountered on streets,highways and off-road. Utilityvehicles and trucks are not designedfor cornering at speeds as high aspassenger cars any more tha...

Power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case or powertransfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to select different drive modes asnecessary. Information on transfer case operation and shifting procedurescan be found in the Driving chapter. Information on transfer case maintenance can be f...

government test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear oneand one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actualconditions of their use, however, and may depart significantly from thenorm due to variat...

At least once a month and before long trips, inspect each tire and checkthe tire pressure with a tire gauge (including spare, if equipped). Inflateall tires to the inflation pressure recommended by Ford Motor Company. You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automaticservice ...

WARNING: Age Tires degrade over time depending on many factors such as weather, storage conditions, and conditions of use (load, speed,inflation pressure, etc.) the tires experience throughout their lives.In general, tires should be replaced after six years regardless of treadwear. However, heat cau...

It is recommended that the two front tires or two rear tires generally bereplaced as a pair.The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originally installed onyour vehicle) are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels.The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Companymay affe...

vehicle seems to pull to one side when you’re driving, the wheels may beout of alignment. Have an authorized dealer check the wheel alignmentperiodically. Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can cause uneven and rapidtreadwear of your tires and should be corrected by an authorized dealer.Fro...

5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheeldiameter. 6. 95: Indicates the tire’s load index. It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry. You may find this information in your Owne...

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires “LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below. Note: Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire a...

Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tiresize. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different fromthis example. Tire Quality Grades donot apply ...

following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired operation. WARNING: The Tire Pressure Monitoring System is NOT a substitute for manually checking tire pressure. The ...

Low Tire PressureWarning Light Possible cause Customer Action Required Solid Warning Light Tire(s)under-inflated 1. Check your tire pressure toensure tires are properlyinflated; refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter. 2. After inflating your tires tothe manufacturer’srecommended inflationpres...

Low Tire PressureWarning Light Possible cause Customer Action Required Flashing WarningLight Spare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is in use. Repair the damaged roadwheel and re-mount it on thevehicle to restore systemfunctionality. For a descriptionof how the system functionsunder these condi...

any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearestlocation where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to therecommended inflation pressure. SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS WARNING: Snow tires must be the same size, load index, speed rating as those originally provided by Fo...

VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/ortrailer, to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design ratingcapability, with or without a trailer. Properly loading your vehicle willprovide maximum return of vehicle design p...

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door(vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a TireLabel). Look for “THE COMBINED WEI...

Example only: Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loador king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehi...

GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance Certification Labellocated on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The totalload on each axle must never exceed its GAWR....

WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structuraldamage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personalinjury. GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the...

WARNING: Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires because they may lower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tireswith a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWRand GAWR limitations. WARNING: Exceeding any vehicle ...

• A final example for your vehicle with 1,400 lb. (635 kg) of cargo andluggage capacity. You and one of your friends decide to pick upcement from the local home improvement store to finish that patioyou have been planning for the past 2 years. Measuring the inside ofthe vehicle with the rear seat fo...

2. Weigh your vehicle without cargo. To obtain correct weights, take yourvehicle to a shipping company or an inspection station for trucks. 3. Subtract your loaded weight from the maximum GCWR in the chart.This is the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow. It must bebelow the maximum trailer w...

4WD and AWD 4.6L* Class III/IVtowing 3.55 12000 (5443) 0–6990 (0–3171) Notes: - For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1,000 ft. (300 meters) elevation. For definitions of terms used in this table andinstructions on how to calculate your vehicle load, refer to Vehicle loading in this chap...

Class III Trailer Hitch Safety ChainLoops can be used as recoveryhooks. Do not attach safety chains to the bumper. Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes aresafe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’sspecifications. The trailer brakes must...

Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • To ensure proper “break-in” of powertrain components, do not trailertow during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of a new vehicle. • To ensure proper “break-in” of powertrain components during the first500 miles (800 km) of trailer towing, drive no faste...

• If you will be towing a trailer frequently in hot weather, hillyconditions, at GCWR, or any combination of these factors, considerrefilling your rear axle with synthetic gear lube if not already soequipped. Refer to the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for the lubricant specification. Rememb...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off — shuts off the engine and allaccessories/locks the steering wheel,gearshift lever and allows keyremoval. 2. Accessory — allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. This position also unlocksthe steering wheel...

brake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking and thebrake pedal may suddenly travel a little farther as soon as ABS braking isdone and normal brake operation resumes. These are normalcharacteristics of the ABS and should be no reason for concern. Using ABS When hard braking is required, ...

During Trailer Sway Control events, the icon in the instrument cluster will flash momentarily. The message center will also display: TRAILER SWAY REDUCE SPEED . In some cases when trailer sway is detected, the vehicle speed is too high and may be far above a speed atwhich trailer sway will not grow ...

Driving with a 5–speed automatic transmission (if equipped) This vehicle is equipped with an Adaptive Transmission Control Strategy.This Adaptive Transmission Control Strategy offers the optimaltransmission operation and shift quality. When the vehicle’s battery hasbeen disconnected for any type of ...

Forced downshifts • Allowed in D (Overdrive) or Drive. • Depress the accelerator to the floor. • Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear. Driving with a 6–speed automatic transmission (if equipped) This vehicle is equipped with an adaptive Transmission Shift Strategy.Adaptive Shift Strateg...

Keep the RSS sensors (located on the rear bumper/fascia) freefrom snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt (do not clean thesensors with sharp objects). If the sensors are covered, it willaffect the accuracy of the RSS. If your vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leavingit misaligned...

Using the Control Trac 4WD system 4X4 AUTO - Provides electronically-controlled four-wheel drive with power delivered to all four wheels as required for traction. This mode isappropriate for all on-road driving conditions, including dry roadsurfaces, wet pavement, snow and gravel. 4X4 HIGH (4WD High...

WARNING: If your vehicle is equipped with AWD, a spare tire of a different size than the road tires should never be used. Such a tire could make the vehicle difficult to control as well as result indamage to driveline components. WARNING: Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are not designed for co...

Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles AWD and 4WD vehicles are specially equipped for driving on sand, snow,mud and rough terrain and have operating characteristics that aresomewhat different from conventional vehicles, both on and off the road. How your vehicle differs from other vehicle...

• It often may be less risky to strike small objects, such as highwayreflectors, with minor damage to your vehicle rather than attempt asudden return to the pavement which could cause the vehicle to slidesideways out of control or roll over. Remember, your safety and thesafety of others should be yo...

Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turnmust be made, remember to avoid “over-driving” your vehicle, i.e.,turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoidthe emergency. Excessive steering will result in less vehicle control,not more...

Parking On some 4WD vehicles, when the transfer case is in the N (Neutral)position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest ofthe driveline. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatictransmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in gear. Do notleave t...

Mud and water If you must drive through highwater, drive slowly. Traction orbrake capability may be limited. When driving through water,determine the depth; avoid waterhigher than the bottom of the hubs(if possible) and proceed slowly. Ifthe ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall. Once thro...

possibly rolling over. Whenever driving on a hill, determine beforehandthe route you will use. Do not drive over the crest of a hill withoutseeing what conditions are on the other side. Do not drive in reverseover a hill without the aid of an observer. When climbing a steep slope or hill,start in a ...

DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standingwater is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially when the depth isnot known. Never drive throughwater that is higher than the bottomof the wheel rims (for cars) or thebottom of the hubs (for trucks). When driving through water, traction or ...

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. Thisprogram is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The serviceis available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the...

• towing of your disabled vehicle • emergency travel expense reimbursement • travel planning benefits In Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you maypurchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty’s RoadsideAssistance expiring. For more information and enrollment, contact1...

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH FUEL RESET The fuel pump shut-off switch is a device intended to stop the electricfuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt. After a collision, if the engine cranks but does not start, the fuel pumpshut-off switch may have been activated. The fuel ...

FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in thevehicle are not working, a fuse mayhave blown. Blown fuses areidentified by a broken wire withinthe fuse. Check the appropriatefuses before replacing any electricalcomponents. Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage r...

Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below theinstrument panel on the driver’sside. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel box. The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 20A Moon roof, Adjustable pedal...

CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving: • do not brake heavily. • gradually decrease the vehicle’s speed. • hold the steering wheel firmly. • slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. Note: The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) indicator light will illuminate when th...

• Wet weather driving capability • All-Wheel driving capability (if applicable) • Load leveling adjustment (if applicable) When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel additionalcaution should be given to: • Towing a trailer • Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving veh...

2. Insert the square end of the jackhandle extension into the rearaccess hole located just above therear bumper and below the tailgate. Forward motion will stop andresistance to turning will be feltwhen properly engaged. 3. Connect the jack handle to thejack handle extension. Turn thehandle counterc...

5. Position the jack according to theillustrated guides and turn the jackhandle clockwise until the tire is amaximum of 1 inch (25 mm) off theground. WARNING: To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your bodyunder the vehicle while changing atire. Do not start the engine whenyo...

9. Remove the jack and fully tightenthe lug nuts in the order shown.Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this chapter for the proper lug nut torquespecification. Stowing the flat/spare tire Note: Failure to follow spare tire stowage instructions may result in failure of cable or los...

2. Stow the wheel ornament (if removed) in a safe location in the vehicle(such as the glove box or jack stowage compartment) so it will notbecome damaged. Re-install the wheel ornament onto the wheel once thetire is repaired or replaced. 3. Stow the jack and tools in their respective locations, maki...

JUMP STARTING WARNING: The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage. WARNING: Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes and clothing, if contacted. Do not attempt to push-start your aut...

Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal ofthe discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)termi...

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery. 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to the ground studlocated toward the front of the vehicle (forward of the battery) on theradiator support. Keep the negative (-) cable away from the battery ...

WARNING: Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal of the battery to be jumped. A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery. 5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts ofboth engines, or any fuel delivery system part...

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, yourroadside assistance service provider. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbedequipment. Do not tow with a slingb...

Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized towtruck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual forproper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle. Emergency towing In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without accessto wheel dollies, car...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED Warranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizedFord, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer. While any authorized dealer handlingyour vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend youreturn to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure yourcon...

In Canada: Mailing Address (Ford vehicles) Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www.ford.ca Mailing Address (Lincoln vehicles) Lincoln CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oak...

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those caseswhere you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and theauthorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concernhave been unsatisfactory, Ford of C...

If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at thetime of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since thisinformation is subject to change, please ask your authorized dealer forcomplete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, orvisit the Ford ESP ...

WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is availablefrom your authorized dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can dis...

• After polishing chrome bumpers, apply a coating of MotorcraftPremium Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A), available from your authorized dealer,or an equivalent quality product to help protect from environmentaleffects. WAXING • Wash the vehicle first. • Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft Pr...

ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The highpressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Do not spray a hot engine with...

4.6L V8 ENGINE PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your authorized dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and TarRemover (ZC-42)...

special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hotwax deposited on the wiper blade and windshield from automated carwash facilities. Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appearworn or do not function properly. • Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches. • Do not use ...

2. Apply Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (ZC-11-A) [InCanada use Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Cleaner (CXC-101)] to the wipedarea and spread around evenly.3. Apply more Motorcraft cleaner to a clean, white, cotton cloth andpress the cloth onto the soiled area–allow this to set at roomtempera...

• To help maintain its resiliency and color, use the Motorcraft DeluxeLeather Care Kit (ZC-11-D), available from your authorized dealer. InCanada, use Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (CXC-93) or an equivalenthigh–quality leather care product. • Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions, sol...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS • Use the scheduled maintenance information to track routine service. • Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service partsconforming to specifications. • Your authorized dealer can provide parts and service. PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not work ...

OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom left corner of the instrumentpanel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle andrelease the auxiliary latch that islocated under the front center ofthe hood. 3. Lift the hood. 2009 07+ Explorer Sport Trac (esp) Owne...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 1. Engine oil filler cap 2. Engine oil dipstick (out of view) 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Power distribution box 5. Battery 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Radiator cap 8. Engine coolant reservoir 9. Air filter assembly 10. Wa...

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB-M8B16–A2.Do not use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellenttype fluid or bug wash. They...

CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES 1. Pull the wiper arm away from thevehicle. Turn the blade at an anglefrom the wiper arm. Push the lockpin manually to release the bladeand pull the wiper blade downtoward the windshield to remove itfrom the arm. 2. Attach the new wiper to thewiper arm and press it into pla...

• 4.0L V6 engine • 4.6L V8 engine 6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is between the lower and upper holes, the oil level is acceptable, DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below the lower hole, add enough oil to raise thelevel within the...

• 4.0L V6 engine • 4.6L V8 engine • Oil levels above the upper hole may cause engine damage. Some oilmust be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer. 7. Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the ...

To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with theengine oil level dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. Engine Oil Recommendations 4.0L V6 Engine Look for this certificationtrademark. Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the AmericanPe...

4.6L 3V V8 Engine Look for this certificationtrademark. Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the AmericanPetroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conformsto the current engine and emission system protection standards and fueleconomy requireme...

BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice. If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalledafter the battery has been cleaned or replaced. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep...

WARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect againstpossible splashing of acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin oreyes, flush immediately with water f...

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recycling centerto find out more about recyclingautomotive batteries. ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant sho...

Adding engine coolant When adding coolant, make sure it is a 50/50 mixture of engine coolantand distilled water. When the engine is cool, add the mixture to the coolant reservoir until the appropriate fill level is obtained. WARNING: Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam and scaldi...

Your cooling system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a lowlevel of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible enginedamage. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled enginecoolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold...

• Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% willdecrease the freeze protection characteristics of the enginecoolant and may cause engine damage. • Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure thecoolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequateprotection at the temperature...

Along with the (Engine coolant temperature) indicator, the engine coolant temperature gauge will read in the Hot (H) area. Oil overheat can be triggered in severe driving conditions, such astowing heavy loads over mountainous terrain in extreme hottemperatures. As oil temperature increases, engine a...

• Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If fuel is splashed in the eyes,remove contact lenses (if worn), flush with water for 15 minutes andseek medical attention. Failure to seek proper medical attention couldlead to permanent injury. • Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin. If f...

Use the following guidelines to avoid electrostatic charge build-up whenfilling an ungrounded fuel container: • Place approved fuel container on the ground. • DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle (including thecargo area). • Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel conta...

WARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. Remove fuel filler cap slowly. Otherwise, fuel may spray out and injure you or others. WARNING: If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision...

Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use“Regular” unleaded gasoline with apump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.We do not recommend the use ofgasolines labeled as “Regular” inhigh altitude areas that are sold with octane ratings less than 87. Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes kno...

• Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each timethe tank is filled. • Allow no more than two automatic click-offs when filling. • Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating. • Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand. • Use the same side of the same pump a...

Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting theengine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. Theengine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. Ifthe vehicle is s...

BRAKE FLUID The fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced.Fluid levels between the “MIN” and“MAX” lines are within the normaloperating range; there is no need toadd fluid. If the fluid levels areoutside of the normal operatingrange the perfor...

TRANSFER CASE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug andinspect the fluid level. 3. Add only enough fluid throughthe filler opening so that the fluidlevel is at the bottom of theopening. Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to the Maintenance product ...

WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. Changing the air filter element • 4.0L Engine • 4.6L Engine 1. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cov...

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation: 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating (GVWR) / RestraintSystem 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence nu...

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These qualityaccessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotiveneeds; they are custom designed to complement th...

Roof rail cross bars Trailer hitch drawbars, wiring harnesses and accessories TripTunes™ Advanced portable audio connection Peace of mind Mobile-Ease™ hands-free communication system Remote start Vehicle security systems Wheel locks For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inm...

A Accessory delay ..........................74 AdvanceTrac ..............................239 Air cleaner filter ...............340–342 Air conditioning ..........................53 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ........................160, 169, 171 and child safety seats ............162descrip...

Engine oil ..................................313 checking and adding ..............313dipstick ....................................313filter, specifications ........316, 342recommendations ...................316refill capacities ........................343specifications ..........................343...