Ford 2010 Explorer v.2- Manuals

Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it isimperative that you consult therelevant section of this guide beforetouching or attempting adjustmentof any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part inprotecting the environment. Correctvehicle usage and the authorizedd...

Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance PreparationPackage. NOTICE TO OWNERS WITH 20 INCH WHEELS AND TIRES When equipped with 20 inch wheels and tires the vehicle is designed foron-road use only and not off-road use. Note: When first driving the vehicle after it has been parked for a pe...

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...

Service engine soon: The service engine soon indicator lightilluminates when the ignition is firstturned to the on position to checkthe bulb and to indicate whether the vehicle is ready forInspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing. Normally, the service engine soonlight will stay on until the engine is c...

• Optional instrument cluster Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warninglight is functional, it willmomentarily illuminate when theignition is turned to the on positionwhen the engine is not running, or in a position between on and start, orby applying the parking brake when the...

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A Belt-Minder 威 chime will also sound to remind youto fasten your safety belt. Refer tothe Seating and Safety Restraints chapter to activate/deactivate the Belt-Minder 威 chime feature. Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging ...

WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. Low tire pressure warning: Illuminates when your tire pressureis low. If the light remains on atstart up or while driving, the tirepressure should be checked. Referto Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loa...

O/D off: Illuminates when the overdrive function of thetransmission has been turned off;refer to the Driving chapter. AdvanceTrac 威 : Flashes when the AdvanceTrac 威 with RSC 威 system is active. Illuminates solid when thesystem has been disabled (by thedriver or as a result of a systemfailure); refer...

AVERAGE FUEL XX.X MPG / (L/100km) Average fuel economy displays your average fuel economy in miles/gallonor liters/100 km. If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing miles traveled bygallons of fuel used (liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled), yourfigure may be different than d...

• Compass zone adjustment • Compass calibration adjustment SYSTEM CHECK HOLD RESET Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to select system check whenthis is displayed in the message center. The message center will cyclethrough each of the systems being monitored. For each of the monitoredsystems, the ...

2. Press the SELECT/RESET stem for the next setup menu item or waitfor more than four seconds to return to the info menu. ENGLISH / SPANISH / FRENCH / JAPANESE Allows you to choose which language the message center will display in.Selectable languages are English, Spanish, French, or Japanese. 1. Pr...

2. Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to turn park aid on or off. 3. Press the SELECT/RESET stem for the next setup menu item or waitfor more than four seconds to return to the info menu. TRAILER SWAY This feature uses the electronic stability control to mitigate trailer sway, 1. Press and hold th...

OPTIONAL MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle’s message center allowsyou to configure/personalize certainvehicle options to suit your needs. The message center is also capableof monitoring many vehicle systemsand will alert you to potentialvehicle problems and variousconditions with an informat...

FUEL ECONOMY MPG (L/km) This displays instantaneous fuel economy as a bar graph ranging from ↓ poor economy to ↑ excellent economy. Your vehicle must be moving to calculate instantaneous fuel economy.When your vehicle is not moving, this function shows ↓ , one or no bars illuminated. Instantaneous f...

Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass willcorrect itself after a few days of operating your vehicle in normalconditions. If the compass still appears to be inaccurate, a manualcalibration may be necessary. Refer to RESET FOR ZONE SETTING / PRESS RESET FOR CALIBRATION foll...

HOLD RESET IF NEW OIL To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change(approximately 7,500 miles [12,000 km] or six months) perform thefollowing: 1. Press RESET button to display HOLD RESET IF NEW OIL. 2. Press and hold the RESET button for more than two seconds. Oil lifeis set to 10...

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...

6. / (Play/Pause): This control is operational in CD andDVD mode (if equipped). When aCD or DVD is playing in the FES system, press this control to play orpause the current CD or DVD. The CD/DVD status will display in theradio display. OK: Your vehicle may be equipped with special phone and media fe...

Note: In track mode, all tracks on the current disc will shuffle in random order. In MP3 folder mode, the system will randomly play alltracks within the current folder. 8. FOLDER : In folder mode, press FOLDER to access next folder on MP3 discs, if available. 9. FOLDER: In folder mode, press FOLDER ...

Press and hold to hear a brief sampling of the next channels. Press againto stop. In CATEGORY MODE, press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of the channels in the selected category. Press again to stop. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS 威 radio subscription. Check with your authorize...

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...

Required equipment: 1. Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones 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. En...

5. For safety reasons, connecting or adjusting the settings on yourportable music player should not be attempted while the vehicle ismoving. 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 exte...

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...

Your vehicle may be equipped with a Family Entertainment System(FES) which allows you to listen to audio CDs, MP3 discs, watch DVDsand to plug in and play a variety of standard video game systems. TheDVD player is capable of playing standard DVDs, CDs, MP3s and iscompatible with CD-R/W, CD-R and cer...

DVD player controls 1. Headphone control A/B: While in Dual Play mode, press to selecteither the A or B headphone source.Then press MEDIA to select thedesired playing media for thatheadset. When a headphone channel has been selected (A or B),selections will affect the source on that channel only. No...

Remote control Unless otherwise stated, all operations can be carried out with theremote control. Always point the remote control directly at the player.Ensure that there are no obstructions between the remote and player. 1. Power control: Press to turn the FES (Family Entertainment System) ON/OFF. ...

7. VOL (Volume): When in Single Play, press to increase ( ) or decrease ( ) the volume over all speakers. When in Dual Play, press to increase ( ) or decrease ( ) the volume for the wired headphones. (Wireless headphone volume is controlled with the rotary dial on theright ear piece.) 8. Fast Forwar...

21. LANGUAGE (DVD dependent): Press to select the desired language. 22. ENTER: Press to select the highlighted menu option. 23. ILLUMINATION : Press to illuminate the remote control and backlight all of the buttons. Battery replacement Batteries are supplied with theremote control unit. Since allbat...

Headphones Wireless headphones WARNING: The driver should never use the headphones while driving the vehicle. Using headphones may prevent the driver from hearing audible warnings such as horns or emergency sirens,which could result in a crash causing serious injury. Give your fullattention to drivi...

Wired headphones WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children operate the system while unsupervised. If wired headphones or auxiliary systems are used, children may becomeentangled in the cords and seriously injure themselves. WARNING: The driver should never use ...

Audio displays Your DVD system interacts closely with the front audio system. Statusmessages will appear in the radio display showing the DVD status. Somepossible radio display messages: • SINGLE PLAY or DUAL PLAY • DVD LOAD • DVD MENU • DVD STOP Audio interaction You can then also use the front aud...

When the DVD system is ON, youcan then press the memory presetcontrols 2 and 4 simultaneously totoggle between Single Play and Dual Play. In Single Play mode, allspeakers listen to the same media. In Dual Play mode, rear seatpassengers can use the infrared wireless, or wired (not included)headphones...

Safety information 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 driver’s primary responsibility is the safeoperation of their ve...

Do not operate video games or video equipment if the power cordsand/or cables are broken, split or damaged. Carefully place cords and/orcables where they will not be stepped on or interfere with the operationof seats and/or compartments.Disconnect video games and video equipment power cords and/or c...

While operating in Headphone Only Mode, the system will have limitedfunctionality. • The system will only output audio to the headphones. It will not becapable of providing audio to the speakers. • The available sources in FES Headphone Only Mode are DVD-DISCand DVD-AUX, regardless of headphone chan...

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: Manually turns A/C on or off. 2. Recirculation control: Cools the vehicle more quickly byrecirculating the cabin air instead ofusing outside air and helps prevent unpleasant outside odors or fumesfrom entering the vehicle....

15. Fan Speed: Manually increases or decreases the fan speed. 16. EXT: Displays the outside air temperature. It will remaindisplayed until the EXT control ispressed again. The external temperature will be most accurate when thevehicle has been moving for a period of time. 17. Temperature conversion:...

To allow side window defogging and demisting while warming up thevehicle cabin: 1. Select . 2. Select A/C. 3. Set the temperature control to maintain comfort. 4. Set the fan speed to the highest setting. 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows. Toincrease airflow to the o...

FLOOR CONSOLE CLIMATE CONTROLS Controls the direction of the airflowto the rear of the vehicle. • directs air flow primarily through the console panelregister. • directs air flow through the console floor register. REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear defroster control is locatedon the instrument panel. P...

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...

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the leftturn signal. • Push up to activate the right turnsignal. INTERIOR LAMPS Dome/reading lamps The dome lamp lights when: • any door is opened. • the instrument panel dimmerswitch is rotated up until thecourtesy lamps come on. • any of the remote entry...

Cargo/reading lamps The dome portion of the lamp orthe center light can be turned onwhen the panel dimmer control isrotated fully up or when a door isopened. The rear dome lamp can be turnedon or off by sliding the control. BULB REPLACEMENT Lamp assembly condensation Exterior lamps are vented to acc...

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal/sidemarker bulbs 1. Turn off the headlamps and openthe hood. 2. Remove three screws from theheadlamp assembly and pullheadlamp forward. 3. Rotate the bulb socketcounterclockwise and remove itfrom the lamp assembly. 4. Pull the bulb straight out of thesocket. ...

Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulb 1. Remove the two screws and lampassembly away from the vehicle. 2. Remove the bulb holder from thelamp assembly by pressing thesnaps. 3. Pull the bulb straight out of thesocket and push in the new bulb. Reverse steps to reinstall bulb(s). Lights 116 2010 Explorer...

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: Press the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe ofthe wipers without washer fluid. • a quick pr...

O (off) — Rear wiper and washer off. For rear wash cycle, rotate (and hold as desired) the rear wiper/washercontrol to either position. From either position, the control will automatically return to the INT 2or O (off) position. TILT STEERING COLUMN Pull the lever down and release, tounlock the stee...

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 (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle’s ov...

Installing a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety ofaftermarket garage door openers: 1. Place the VELCRO 威 hook onto the side of the aftermarkettransmitter opposite of the button. 2. Place the transmitter into storagecompartment, button d...

WARNING: Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. Rear center console features (if equipped) The rear center console incorporates the following features: • Utility compartment • Cupholders • Flip forward armrest to provide aflat load floor AUXILIARY POWER POIN...

To operate one-touch down: • Press the switch completely downto the second detent and releasequickly. The window will openfully. Momentarily press theswitch to any position to stop thewindow operation. If the switch is pressed and held tothe normal close or one-touch up position during a one-touch d...

Window lock The window lock feature allows onlythe driver to operate the powerwindows. To lock out all the window controls(except for the driver’s) press theright side of the control. Press theleft side to restore the windowcontrols. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the audio system, power wind...

EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors WARNING: Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion. The ignition must be in the accessory or on position to adjust the powerside view mirrors. To adjust your mirrors: 1. Rotate the control clockwise toadjust the right mirror and rotatethe contro...

Fold-away mirrors Fold the side mirrors in carefullywhen driving through a narrowspace, like an automatic car wash. POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) The accelerator and brake pedalshould only be adjusted when thevehicle is stopped and the gearshiftlever is in the P (Park) position. Press a...

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS These controls allow you to operate some radio control features. Audio control features Press MEDIA to select: • AM, FM1, FM2 • SAT1, SAT2 or SAT3 (SatelliteRadio mode if equipped). • CD (if equipped) • DVD/FES (if equipped) • LINE IN (Auxiliary input jack) In AM, FM1, or FM2...

In any mode: • Press VOL + or − to adjustvolume. Navigation system hands freecontrol features (if equipped) Press and hold VOICE briefly untilthe voice icon appears on the Navigation display to use the voicecommand feature. Press VOICE to complete a voicecommand. For further information on theNaviga...

Navigation system/SYNC 威 hands free control features (ifequipped) Press VOICE briefly until thevoice icon appears on the Navigation display to use the voicecommand feature. Press to activate phone mode or answer a phone call. Press andhold to exit phone mode or end call. For further information on t...

Bounce-back: When an obstacle has been detected in the moon roof opening as the moon roof is closing, the moon roof will automaticallyopen and stop at a prescribed position. Bounce-back override: To override bounce-back function, pull and hold the SLIDE switch within two seconds of a bounce-back eve...

Car2U 威 Home Automation System HomeLink 姞 Wireless Control System (if equipped) The HomeLink 威 Wireless Control System, located on the overhead console or on the driver’s visor, provides a convenient way to replace upto three hand-held transmitters with a single built-in device. This featurewill lea...

Console mount Visor mount 1. Position the end of your hand-held transmitter 1–3 inches (2–8 cm)away from the HomeLink 威 button you wish to program while keeping the indicator light in view. 2. Simultaneously press and hold both the chosen HomeLink 威 and hand-held transmitter buttons until the HomeLi...

4. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage,locate the “learn” or “smart” button (usually near where the hangingantenna wire is attached to the unit). 5. Firmly press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. (The name andcolor of the button may vary by manufacturer.) Note...

After completing Step 1 outlined in the Programming section, replace Step 2 with the following: Note: If programming a garage door opener or gate operator, it is advised to unplug the device during the “cycling” process to preventoverheating. • Continue to press and hold the HomeLink 威 button (note ...

Erasing HomeLink 姞 buttons Console mount Visor mount To erase the three programmed buttons (individual buttons cannot beerased): • Press and hold the two outer HomeLink 威 buttons until the indicator light begins to flash-after 20 seconds. Release both buttons. Do nothold for longer that 30 seconds. ...

To erase programming on the Car2U 威 system (individual buttons cannot be erased), use the following procedure: 1. Firmly press the two outsideCar2U 威 system buttons simultaneously for approximately20 seconds until the indicator lightsbegin to blink rapidly. The indicatorlights are located directly a...

WARNING: Do not place any objects on the cargo area cover. They may obstruct your vision or strike occupants of the vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or collision. Cargo management system The cargo management system consists of storage compartments locatedin the floor of the rear cargo area. 7-pa...

REAR LIFTGATE The liftgate area is only intended for cargo, not passengers. You can openand close the liftgate from outside the vehicle. It cannot be opened frominside the cargo area. • To open the liftgate window,press the control on the remoteentry transmitter or, with theliftgate unlocked, press ...

LUGGAGE RACK Your vehicle is equipped with a roof rack for transporting items on theexterior of the vehicle. The maximum recommended load tobe carried on the roof rack is 100 lb(45 kg), evenly distributed. Thecross-bars (if equipped) can beadjusted by using the thumbwheelsat each end. Use the tie-do...

KEYS One key operates all the locks and starts the vehicle. Always carry aspare key with you in case of an emergency. Your keys are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed keywill not permit your vehicle to start. If you lose your authorized dealersupplied keys, replacement keys are avail...

Keyless entry keypad procedure 1. Turn the ignition to the off position. 2. Close all doors, the liftgate and liftgate window. 3. Enter 5–digit entry code 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 ...

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 ...

The remote entry system allows youto lock or unlock all vehicle doorsand liftgate, open the liftgatewindow without a key and activatethe panic alarm. The remote entry lock/unlockfeature operates in any ignitionposition. The liftgate glass featureoperates as long as the vehicle’sspeed is less than 3 ...

Activating the memory seat feature To activate this feature: 1. Position the seat and adjustable pedals to the position desired. 2. Press the SET control on thelower-center portion of theinstrument panel. 3. Within five seconds, press onecontrol on the remote transmitterand then press the 1 or 2 con...

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...

Your vehicle comes with two coded keys; additional coded keys may bepurchased from your authorized dealer. The authorized dealer canprogram your spare keys to your vehicle or you can program the keysyourself. Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key. Note: The...

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...

Note: Do not do the following: • Place heavy objects on the seat • Operate the seat heater if water or any other liquid is spilled on theseat. Allow the seat to dry thoroughly. The heated seat control is located in the lower center of the instrumentpanel. To operate the heated seats: • Press control...

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 the head res...

Bucket Seats 3. Pull up on the handle (pull forward on the bucket seat handle) andpush the seatback forward toward the front of the vehicle. To return the seat to the upright position: 1. Lift the seatback toward the rear of the vehicle.2. Rotate the seatback until you hear a click, locking it in th...

2. Lift the cargo mode lever locatedon the back of the seatback to kneelthe seat down and get a flat loadingfloor. Returning to the upright position from full lowered load floorposition The seatback cannot be returned to the upright position until the seat isreturned from the kneel down position. To...

60/40 Seats Bucket Seats 2. Pull the handle up (pull forward on the bucket seat handle) againuntil the seat releases from the floor. 3. Push the seat upward and fold it away from the third row. WARNING: Always return the seat to the fully latched position before operating the vehicle. Returning the ...

Exiting the 3rd row 1. Lower the head restraints. See Folding down the 2nd row seats earlier in this section. 2. Pull on the lever/strap (asequipped) located at the bottomright of the seat back to release theseat from the floor, and rotate theseat up towards the front seat. 3. Follow the directions ...

3rd row folding seat (if equipped) Before folding the third row seats,fold the head restraints down bypulling on the strap located underthe restraint. Pull up on the handle locatedbehind the seatback while pushingthe seatback forward and down intothe seat cushion. WARNING: Before returning the seatb...

WARNING: Before returning the seatback to its original position, make sure that cargo or any objects are not trapped behind the seatback. After returning the seatback to its originalposition, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. Anunlatched seat may become dangerous in the event...

WARNING: Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, movethe seat all the way back. WARNING: Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat a...

Determining if the Personal Safety System™ is operational The Personal Safety System™ uses a warning light in the instrumentcluster or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of the system. Referto the Warning lights and chimes section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the P...

WARNING: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do notallow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equippedwith seats and safety belts. Be sure ...

WARNING: BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the safety belt assembly automatic locking retractor feature or any other safety belt function is not operatingproperly when checked by an authorized dealer. Failure to replace theBelt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury i...

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 below: Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode, which allows free shoulder belt lengthadjustment to your mov...

• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clickingsound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic lockingmode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Unbuckle the combination...

When the Safety Canopy 威 System, seat-mounted side airbags, and/or the front airbags are activated, the safety belt pretensioners for the driverand right front passenger seating positions will be activated when therespective seatbelt is properly buckled. WARNING: The driver and front passenger safet...

Second row comfort guide The second row outboardlap/shoulder belt is equipped with abelt comfort guide. This guide isattached to the quarter trim paneland is used to adjust the comfort ofthe shoulder belt for smalleroccupants in the outboard secondrow seats. To adjust the comfort guide: 1. Slip the ...

Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safetybelt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing onthe label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is tooshort for you when fully extended. WARNING: Do not use extensions to change the fit...

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...

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 ...

How does the side airbag system work? The design and development of the side airbag system includedrecommended testing procedures that were developed by a group ofautomotive safety experts known as the Side Airbag Technical WorkingGroup. These recommended testing procedures help reduce the risk ofin...

WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS and Safety Canopy 威 System is provided. WARNING: To reduce risk of injury, do not obstruct or place objects in the deployment path of the inflatable Safety Canopy 威 . How does the...

WARNING: If the Safety Canopy 威 System has deployed, the Safety Canopy 威 will not function again. The Safety Canopy 威 System (including the A, B and C pillar trim) must be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer. If the Safety Canopy 威 is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the ri...

Disposal of airbags and airbag equipped vehicles(including pretensioners) Contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible. Airbags MUST BEdisposed of by qualified personnel. SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safetyrestraints for childr...

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, orage Recommendedrestraint type Infantsortoddlers Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) orless (generally age four oryounger) Use a child safety seat(sometimes called aninfant carrier,convertible seat, ortoddler seat). Smallchi...

WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision, which may result in serious injury ordeath. WARNING: Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They can slide around and increase ...

Follow all the safety restraint and airbag precautions that apply to adultpassengers in your vehicle. If the child is the proper height, age, and weight (as specified by yourchild safety seat or booster manufacturer), fits the restraint and can berestrained properly, then restrain the child in the c...

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...

3. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown. If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly, the child safety seat maynot be retained properly in theevent of a collision. 4. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to themanufacturer’s instructions. If the safety seat is not anchored prope...

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...

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 because it reduces the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the riskof injury or death in a collis...

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...

Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate ofthe tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specifiedgovernment 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 ...

Every day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than theothers, use a tire gauge to check pressure of all tires and adjust ifrequired. At least once a month and before long trips, inspect each tire and checkthe tire pressure with a tire gauge (including spare, if equipped). Inflatea...

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 yourOwner...

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 ...

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCCrules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including interference that...

Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) The Tire Pressure Monitoring System measures pressure in your fourroad tires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle. The LowTire Pressure Warning Lamp will turn ON if the tire pressure issignificantly low. Once the light is illu...

When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn youwhen your tires need air. It can also warn you in the event the system is nolonger capable of functioning as intended. Please refer to the followingchart for information conc...

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...

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....

• Example only: 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. Tires, Wheels and Lo...

GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer. GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer – including all cargo andpassengers – that the vehicle can handle without r...

WARNING: Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury. Steps for determining the correct load limit: 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargoshould never exceed XXX kg or XXX lb.” on your vehicle’s plac...

to transport the cement to your home? If you and your friend eachweigh 220 lb. (99 kg), the calculation would be: 1400 - (2 x 220) - (12x 100) = 1400 - 440 - 1200 = - 240 lb. No, you do not have enoughcargo capacity to carry that much weight. In metric units, thecalculation would be: 635 kg - (2 x 9...

TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with your vehicle may require the use of a trailer towoption package. Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle’s engine,transmission, axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. For your safety and tomaximize vehicle performance, be sure to use the proper equipment...

4X4 and AWD GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weight Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-lb. (kg) Trailer weight range-lb. (kg) (0-Maximum) 4.6L* Class III/IVtowing 3.55 12000 (5443) 0–7115 (0–3227) Notes: - For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1,000 ft. (300 meters) elevation...

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— locks the gearshift leverand allows key removal. Thisposition also shuts the engine andall electrical accessories off. 2. Accessory— allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. 3. On— all electrical circuitso...

• Be sure that areas where the vehicle is parked are clean and clear ofall combustibles such as petroleum products, dust, rags, paper andsimilar items. • Be sure that the engine block heater, heater cord and extension cordare solidly connected. A poor connection can cause the cord tobecome very hot ...

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, ...

Disabling Trailer Sway Control Trailer sway control can be disabled during any key cycle. Refer to Message center in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information. Note that even if it was disabled before turning off the vehicle, TrailerSway Control will be re-enabled at each new key cycle. WA...

2. Remove the rubber pad at thebottom of the cup holder to locatethe access cap of the floor shifterassembly. 3. Using a screwdriver (orequivalent), remove the accesspanel and depress the shifter leveron the shift mechanism. 4. Apply the brake and shift into N(Neutral). 5. Return the cover plug to t...

The system detects obstacles within approximately 16 feet (five meters),at speeds above 2.5 mph (4 km/h) behind the rear bumper with adecreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper. If vehiclespeed is below 2.5 mph (4 km/h), the system detects obstacles withinapproximately 9 feet (2.6 me...

Audible Warnings Distance to Object Warning 13 feet (4 meters) to 19.6 feet(6 meters) Slow beep Speed below 2.5 mph (4 km/h) up to 1.4 feet (.4 meters) Solid 1.4 feet (.4 meters) to 3 feet(.9 meters) Fast beep 3 feet (.9 meters) to 4.5 feet(1.4 meters) Medium beep 4.5 feet (1.4 meters) to6.3 feet (1...

Four–wheel drive (4WD) supplies power to all four wheels. Do not use4X4 High or 4X4 Low on dry, hard surfaced roads. Doing so will produceexcessive noise, increase tire wear and may damage drive components.4X4 High and 4X4 Low are only intended for consistently slippery orloose surfaces. The use of ...

Normal operation (4.6L engine vehicles only) During normal operation the AWD system is in AWD AUTO mode (AWDLOCKED will illuminate in the message center for four seconds whenyou first start your vehicle). The 4X4 indicator in the instrument clusterwill briefly illuminate when you first start your ve...

You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area beforedriving. Map out your route before driving in the area. To maintainsteering and braking control of your vehicle, you must have all fourwheels on the ground and they must be rolling, not sliding or spinning. Basic operating principl...

WARNING: Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity. Utility and four-wheel drivevehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars...

If the transmission, transfer case or front axle are submerged in water,their fluids should be checked and changed, if necessary. Driving through deep water may damage the transmission. If the front or rear axle is submerged in water, the axle lubricant shouldbe replaced. After driving through mud, ...

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...

Note: With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery. 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, ...

Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses 2A Grey Grey — — 3A Violet Violet — — 4A Pink Pink — — 5A Tan Tan — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — 10A Red Red — — 15A Blue Blue — — 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue 25A Natural Natural — — 30A G...

The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 1 20A Moon roof, Adjustable pedals,Memory seats, Lumbar motor 2 5A Microcontroller power 3 20A Radio, Navigation amplifier, GPSmodule 4 10A On-board diagnostic (OBD II)connector 5 5A Moon roof, Door lock switchill...

The following relays are located on either side of the passengercompartment fuse panel. See your authorized dealer for service of theserelays. Fuse/Relay Location Description Relay 1 Delayed accessory relay Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. Thepo...

WARNING: The use of tire sealants may damage your Tire Pressure Monitoring System and should not be used. WARNING: Refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for important information. If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged, itwill no longer...

• Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheellocation can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance •...

Stopping and securing the vehicle 1. Park on a level surface, activatethe hazard flashers and set theparking brake. 2. Place gearshift lever in P (Park)and turn engine off. 3. Turn off the power running boards (if equipped). Refer to Running boards in the Driver Controls chapter. Note: Passengers sh...

4. Assemble the jack handleextension on the lug nut wrench bysliding the square end of the jackhandle through the plastic grommeton the lug nut wrench and into thesquare hole on the other side. 5. Position the jack according to theillustrated guides and turn the jackhandle clockwise until the tire i...

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 whenyour vehicle is on the jack. Thejack is only meant for changingthe tire. • Never use the front or rear differential as a jacking point. 6. Remove the lu...

increases significantly and the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips whenthe tire is raised to the maximum tightness. Tighten to the best of yourability, to the point where the ratchet/slip occurs, if possible. The sparetire carrier will not allow you to overtighten. If the spare tire carrierratchet...

WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum orbrake disc that contacts the wheel. Ensure that any fasteners thatattach the rotor to the hub are secured so they do ...

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...

Note: Do not attach the negative (-) cable fuel lines, engine rocker covers, the intake manifold or electrical components as grounding points. 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 tha...

WRECKER TOWING Note: Turn off the power running boards (if equipped) prior to preparing the vehicle for towing. Refer to Power deployable running boards in the Driver Controls chapter. If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside ...

On 4x4/AWD vehicles, it is required that your vehicle be towed with awheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off theground. If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicledamage may occur. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized towtruck ...

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...

The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relatively speedyalternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce asettlement have failed. This procedure is without cost to you and isdesigned to eliminate the need for lengthy and expensive legalproceedings. In the CAMVAP program,...

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

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 威 Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft 威 Bug and Tar Remover (Z...

• The wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol orMotorcraft 威 Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate (ZC-32-A), available from your authorized dealer. This washer fluid containsspecial solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hotwax deposited on the wiper blade an...

If a staining liquid like coffee/juice has been spilled on the instrumentpanel or on interior trim surfaces, clean as follows: 1. Wipe up spilled liquid using a clean, white, cotton cloth. 2. Wipe the surface with a damp, clean, white cotton cloth. For morethorough cleaning, use a mild soap and wate...

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. Maintenance and Specifications 351 2010...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.0L 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. Washer ...

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...

• 4.6L 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 lower and upper ...

• 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 engine oil in thi...

Engine oil and filter recommendations 4.0L V6 Engine Look for this certificationtrademark. Use SAE 5W-30 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 ...

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 威 maintenance-free battery which normally does notrequire additional water during itslife of service. If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalledafter the battery has been cleaned or replaced. For longer, trouble-free operation, k...

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. Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir, when the engine is cool, until the appropriate fill level is obtained. If coolant is filled to the COLD FILL RANGE or FULL COLD level when the en...

If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant permonth, have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system.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 c...

• Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure thecoolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequateprotection at the temperatures in which you drive. Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cool...

Along with the (engine coolant temperature) indicator, the engine coolant temperature gauge will read in the H (Hot) 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...

• Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin. If fuel issplashed on the skin and/or clothing, promptly remove contaminatedclothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Repeated orprolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation. • Be particularly careful i...

• Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container whilefilling. • DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fillposition. Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system Your fuel tank is equipped with an Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel fillersystem. This allows you to simply open the fu...

WARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If you hear a hissing sound near the fuel filler door (Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system), do not refuel until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel mayspray out, which could cause serious personal injury. Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED fuel or UNL...

Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveabilityproblems, try a different brand of unleaded gasoline. If the problemspersist, see your authorized dealer. Do not add aftermarket fuel additive products to your fuel tank. Itshould not be necessary to add any aftermar...

Refilling with a portable fuel container With the Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system, use the following directionswhen filling from a portable fuel container: WARNING: Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containers or aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuel™ system. This could damage the fuel syst...

ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, thedriver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently aspossible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings areNOT accurate as a measure of fuel eco...

Calculating fuel economy 1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading(in miles or kilometers). 2. Each time you fill the tank, record the amount of fuel added (ingallons or liters). 3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and recordthe current od...

POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Refer to scheduled maintenance information. 1. Start the engine and let it rununtil it reaches normal operatingtemperature (the engine coolanttemperature gauge indicator will benear the center of the normal areabetween H and C). 2. While the engin...

TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid The automatic transmission does not have an underhood transmissionfluid dipstick. Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does notconsume fluid. However, the fluid...

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 specifications and capacities section in this chapter. DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT, DRIVESHAFT AND SLIP YOKE WARNING...

Changing the air filter element • 4.0L Engine • 4.6L Engine 1. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover. 2. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing. 3. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing. 4. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to ...

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 4.0L V6 engine 4.6L 3V V8 engine Air filter element FA-1695 FA-1780 Fuel filter FG-1083 FG-1083 Battery BXT-65-650 BXT-65-650 Oil filter FL-820S FL-820S Spark plugs 1 1 For spark plug replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to scheduled maintenance informatio...

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation: 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating (GVWR) / RestraintDevices and their location 3. Make, vehicle line, series, bodytype 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant ...

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...

Peace of mind Keyless entry keypad Remote start Vehicle security systems Locking gas plug for capless fuel system Wheel locks For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, passengers ...

FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS More than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discoveredthe powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service planbacked by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind”protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage. Up to ...

A Accessory delay ........................124 AdvanceTrac ..............................281 Air cleaner filter ...............384–386 Air conditioning ........................101 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ........................202, 211, 213 and child safety seats ............204descripti...

idle speed control ...................361lubrication specifications .......387refill capacities ........................387service points ..................352–353starting after a collision .........310 Engine block heater .................277 Engine oil ..................................356 checkin...