Lincoln 1997 - Manuals

INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Instrument cluster gauges Speedometer Tachometer 0 P R N D 2 1 UNLEADEDFUEL ONLY RPM x 1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 - + H H L L H C F E 0 20 10 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 110 120 0 0 0 0 0 0 o o o o 100 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 MPH km/h 0 20 10 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 110 120 0 0 0 0 0 0 o o o ...

Instrument cluster warning andindicator lights DOOR AJAR illuminates when the ignition key is turned to the ON or STARTposition and a door or liftgate isopened. CHECK GAGE illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON and the enginetemperature is high, the oilpressure is low, or the fuel level isnea...

illuminates when the parking brake is activated, brake fluid levelis low, or break system requiresservice. illuminates when the headlamp high beams are on. ABS illuminates when the anti-lock brake system requires service. illuminates when the ignition key is turned to ON and the safetybelt is not bu...

O/D OFF the transmission control indicator light (TCIL) illuminateswhen the transmission controlswitch on the end of the gearshiftlever is pushed and the D (Overdrive) mode is turned off. O/D OFF indicates the status of the transmission and may flash steadilyif a malfunction is detected. Ifflashing ...

How to test the instrumentcluster lights Turn the ignition key to ONwithout starting the engine. Thewarning and indicator lights shownabove will illuminate for a brieftime. If any of these lights do notilluminate, have your vehicleserviced. Warning chimes Safety belt warning chime Refer to the Seati...

Headlamps on warning chime A warning chime sounds when theheadlamps are on (and key is notin the ignition), the ignition is off,and a door is opened. Instrumentation 12

INSTRUMENT PANELCONTROLS Headlamp switch This switch operates the parkinglamps and headlamps. OFF Exterior lamps off Parking lamps ON Headlamps ON Autolamp delay system (ifequipped) The autolamp sets the headlampsto turn on and off automatically.Refer to Overhead controls for instructions on using t...

Daytime running light (DRL)system (if equipped) The daytime running light (DRL)system turns the high beam lampson, with a reduced light output,when: • The headlamp knob is in theOFF position. • The engine is running. • The parking brake is released. The daytime running light(DRL) system will not ill...

Liftgate wiper and washer Turn the knob to adjust wiperspeed. Push the knob in to activatethe washer. Rear window defroster Push the button to activate thedefroster. The indicator light willturn on and the defroster will turnoff automatically in ten minutes. Push the button again to turn off. 0 20 1...

Foglamps Push the button to activate thefoglamps. The indicator light willturn on. The foglamps can beturned on only when the low beamheadlamps are on. Push the buttonagain to turn off. Audio system Refer to the Audio Guide for instructions on how to operate theaudio system. Fuel pump shutoff switch...

Climate controls Instrument panel vents There are four vents on theinstrument panel. These vents areequipped with dials to adjust theamount and direction of air passingthrough them. 0 0 20 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 180 120 P R N D 2 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 o o o o km/h UNLEADEDFUEL ONLY RPM x 1000 1 2 3 4 5 6 ...

Operating climate controls • Turn the temperature control tothe desired temperature. • Turn the fan speed control tothe desired speed. • Turn the mode control to thedesired airflow position. OFF A/C MAX A/C Controls and features 18

Controlling airflow Select for air to flow through these vents: The position allows outside air to flow through the instrumentpanel vents. Select for air to flow through these vents: The position directs outside air to flow between the panel andfloor vents. The air conditioningwill function provided...

Maximum heating Set mode control to , turn temperature control to maximumheat (red) and set fan speedcontrol to maximum. Maximum cooling Set mode control to MAX A/C, turntemperature control to maximumcool (blue) and set fan speedcontrol to maximum. Ventilating with outside air Set mode control to , ...

STEERING COLUMNCONTROLS Positions of the ignition ACCESSORY allows electrical accessories such as radio andwipers/washer to operate while theengine is not running. LOCK locks the steering wheel and gearshift lever. OFF shuts off the ignition and accessories and allows thegearshift lever and steering...

Speed control Do not shift thetransmission into N with the speed control on. Speed control maintains vehiclespeed automatically at or above48km/h (30 mph) using the controlswitches. Press ON to turn speed control on. SPEED CONT will illuminate in the instrument cluster. Press OFF to turn speed contr...

Press SET ACCEL (with speedcontrol turned ON) to set speed.Hold SET ACCEL to increasespeed. Press and release once toincrease speed in 1.6 km/h (1mph) increments. Press COAST to decrease speed. Press RSM to resume speed. Depressing the brake pedal willcancel the speed control. Wiper/washer controls ...

Activating high beams Push the lever forward to activatethe high beam lamps. Pull thelever towards you to activate the“flash to pass” function. Push the lever down to activatethe left turn signal. Push the lever up to activate theright turn signal. 0 P R N D 2 1 UNLEADEDFUEL ONLY RPM x 1000 1 2 3 4 ...

Overdrive control Activating overdrive Overdrive D is the normal drive position for the best fuel economyand will remain on until overdriveis deactivated. The overdrive function allowsautomatic upshifts to 2nd, 3rd, and4th gear. Deactivating overdrive Press the transmission controlswitch on the end ...

OVERHEAD CONTROLS Overhead console (if equipped) The console includes: • compass/temperature display • map lamps • storage compartment • garage door opener actuator • moon roof control (if equipped) OPEN GARAGE LAMP MODE LAMP Controls and features 28

Compass/temperature display Press the MODE button (with theignition key in the ON position) toswitch between the followingfeatures: • display off • temperature in C (Celsius) andcompass • temperature in F (Farenheit)and compass If the outside temperature is below4°C (39°F), the word ICE will flashal...

Compass zone adjustment 1. Determine which zone of thecountry you live in by referring tothe zone map. 2. Press and hold the MODEbutton until VAR appears in thedisplay; then release. The displaywill show the current zone number. 3. Press the MODE button untilthe desired zone number appears.Wait thre...

1. Press and hold the MODEbutton until CAL appears in thedisplay (approximately eightseconds); then release. 2. Drive the vehicle slowly (lessthan 5 km/h/3 mph) in circles untilthe CAL indicator turns off (2-3complete circles). Map lamps Press either the driver orpassenger button to turn maplamps on...

3. Slide the delay slide knob to thecenter of travel. The further youmove the knob to the right, thelonger the headlamps stay on afterthe ignition is turned to the OFFposition. The autolamp will keepthe headlamps on for a maximumof three minutes after the ignitionis turned off. 4. The autolamp autom...

DOOR MOUNTED CONTROLS Power windows Driver side control Press and hold rocker switch toclose driver window. Press and release rocker switch forpartial window movement. The driver side power window hasa one touch down feature. Whenthe AUTO switch is fully pressed,the driver side window will movecompl...

Power locks Driver side Press U once to unlock all doorsand liftgate. Press L once to lock all doors andliftgate. Passenger side Press U once to unlock all doorsand liftgate. Press L once to lock all doors andliftgate. U AUTO L DOOR LOCK WINDOW LOCK L U DOOR LOCK WINDOW Controls and features 38

Rear liftgate Press rocker switch (key graphic)once to unlock all doors andliftgate. Press opposite side to lock alldoors and liftgate. Childproof locks for rear doors When you set these locks, the reardoors cannot be opened from theinside. The rear doors can still beopened from the outside when the...

liftgate will unlock when the keyis returned to the verticalposition (position of key beforeremoval). This feature can be activated by alloutside locks on vehicles equippedwith keyless entry. Illuminated entry Interior lamps illuminate wheneither outside front door handle islifted, unlocked with the...

Power mirrors 1. Select driver or passengermirror by moving selector lever leftfor driver or right for passenger. 2. Move the mirror control knobuntil mirror reaches desiredposition. 3. Return the selector lever to thecenter ‘‘off’’ position. CONSOLE CONTROLS Center console Your vehicle has a center...

Rear console (if equipped) Your vehicle is equipped with arear console that includes thefollowing features: 1. Air vents 2. Audio system controls (refer to Audio Guide ) 3. Rear seat climate controldirection and fan controls 4. Cupholders Controls and features 44

Rear climate controls Turn the air distribution dial to thedesired airflow position. Turn the fan speed dial to thedesired position. SEEK – VOLUME + BAND MEMORY SEEK – VOLUME + BAND MEMORY SEEK – VOLUME + BAND MEMORY Controls and features 45

Controlling airflow Select for air to flow through these vents: Select for air to flow through these vents: Cargo area controls Cargo cover (if equipped) Your vehicle is equipped with acargo shade that covers theluggage compartment of yourvehicle. SEEK – VOLUME + BAND MEMORY SEEK – VOLUME + BAND MEM...

Installing shade 1. Position shade in mountingbrackets as shown (tongue facesrear of vehicle). 2. Pull end of shade towards youand hook sides into notches in reartrim panels. To avoid possible injuryduring a sudden stop or collision, the cover should beattached to the brackets whennot in use. Rewind...

3. Fold vinyl edges towards center,making sure that the edges clearthe end cap slots. Use tape orrubber band to hold the vinyl onthe left side of the roller tube. 4. While holding the vinyl androller tube, push in the right endcap (marked RH) about 6.4 mm(1/4 inch) to disengage the clutch.Hold end c...

presents them in a sequentialorder. Press the middle of the buttons(there is only one switch undereach button). You can use either code to unlockyour vehicle. If a second personalcode is entered, the module willerase the old code in favor of thenew code. If you wish to eraseyour personal code, use t...

locking the doors and liftgate. Tolock the doors: • press 7/8 and 9/0 buttons at thesame time. This will arm your anti-theftsystem; see Arming anti-theft system with keyless entry and Anti-theft system later in this chapter for more details. Arming anti-theft system withkeyless entry To arm the anti...

Relock The autolock feature will repeatwhen: • any door is opened and closed. • the brake pedal is released. Deactivating autolock Before following the activation ordeactivation procedures, make surethat the anti-theft system is notarmed, ignition is off, and allvehicle doors and liftgate windoware ...

Additional transmitters can beordered from your dealer. Unlocking the doors with theremote entry system Press UNLOCK button to unlockdriver door. The interior lamps willilluminate. Press UNLOCK a second timewithin 5 seconds to unlock alldoors and liftgate. Locking the doors with theremote entry syst...

When installing new batteries, besure to place the positive (+) sidedown as marked. Snap the twohalves back together. Replacing lost transmitters If a transmitter is lost, take yourvehicle’s transmitter to the dealerto have the remote entry systemdeprogrammed for the losttransmitter. This will preve...

Anti-theft system (if equipped) When set, the anti-theft systemprotects against unauthorizedentry into a locked vehicle. The ignition switch must be in theOFF position to arm the anti-theftsystem. Arming the anti-theft system Use one of the following methodsto arm the system: • Press the LOCK button...

• flash the headlamps, park lampsand the THEFT indicator in the instrument cluster. • sound the horn. • disable vehicle starting. The flashing exterior lamps andhonking horn will shut offautomatically after about 3minutes. The lights and horn willremain off unless anotherunauthorized entry is attemp...

FRONT BUCKET SEATS Adjusting manual seats Lift to move the seat forward orbackward. Pull up to recline the seat. Seating and safety restraints 59

Rear seat four-way headrestraints (if equipped) Push the lock release button toraise or lower the head restraint. Push or pull head restraint todesired position. Folding rear seat If your vehicle is equipped with abuilt-in child seat, the seatbackcannot be folded down unless thebuilt-in child seat i...

Return to upright 1. Push downward on upperoutboard corner of seatback andhold. 2. Lift release handle upward tounlatch seat. 3. Rotate seatback upward untilseatback latches in the uprightposition. You will hear a ‘‘click’’when seatback locks. SAFETY RESTRAINTSPRECAUTIONS The use of safety belts hel...

To prevent the risk ofinjury make sure children sit where they can be properlyrestrained. It is extremely dangerousto ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. Ina collision, people riding in theseareas are more likely to beseriously injured or killed. Do not allow people toride in any a...

Automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt isautomatically pre-locked; however,the belt will still retract to removeany slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is notavailable on the driver safety belt. When to use the automaticlocking mode • When a tight lap/shoulder belt...

1. To lower shoulder belt height,push the button and slide down. 2. To raise the height of theshoulder belt, push the button andslide up. 3. Pull down on the heightadjustment assembly to make sureit is locked in place. Center rear lap belt The center rear seating positionhas a lap belt with retracto...

SAFETY BELT WARNING ANDINDICATOR CHIME The warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and achime sounds to remind theoccupants to fasten their safetybelts. Conditions of operation If... Then... The safety belt is not buckledbefore the ignition key is turnedto ON... The safety belt indicator...

Energy absorbing sew pattern The short plastic boot on the frontpassenger safety belt covers anenergy absorbing sew pattern onthe safety belt. In the event of anaccident, the sew pattern mayrelease, and the orange REPLACEBELT label may become visible. Ifany part of the orange label isexposed, the be...

Safety belt extension assembly For some people, the safety beltmay be too short even when it isfully extended. You can add about20 cm (8 in) to the belt lengthwith a safety belt extensionassembly (part # 611C22). Safetybelt extensions are available at nocost from your dealer. Use only extensions man...

passenger in the event of acollision. All occupants of thevehicle, including the driver, should always wear theirsafety belts, even when an airbag supplemental restraintsystem is provided. Do not place objects ormount equipment on or near the air bag cover on thesteering wheel or in front seatareas ...

AIR BAG DESCRIPTION The air bag system activates incollisions more severe than hittinga parked vehicle of similar size andweight head-on at about 45km/h(28 mph). The air bag system consists of twoparts: • The driver air bag in the middleof the steering wheel and thepassenger air bag near the gloveco...

Never let a passenger holda child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. Thepassenger cannot protect thechild from injury in a collision. Always follow the instructions andwarnings that come with any infantor child restraint you might use. If possible, place children in therear seat of your ...

7. Pull the lap belt portion acrossthe child seat toward the buckleand pull up on the shoulder beltwhile pushing down on the childseat. 8. Allow the safety belt to retractto remove any slack in the belt. 9. Before placing a child in theseat, forcibly tilt the seat forwardand back to make sure the se...

instruction under Installing child safety seats in combination lapand shoulder belt seatingpositions in this chapter. 4. Hook the tether strap aroundthe webbing near the center of theshoulder portion of the rear safetybelt and tighten. BUILT-IN CHILD SEAT (IFEQUIPPED) The rear seat may include abuil...

2. Allow the shoulder belts to fullyretract. Removing your child from thebuilt-in child seat 1. Disconnect the chest clip bysqueezing the release tabs togetherand pulling the two sides apart. 2. Press the release button on thecrotch buckle. 3. Slide the shoulder belts off thechild’s shoulders and re...

IMPORTANT SAFETYPRECAUTIONS Extended idling at highengine speeds can produce very high temperatures in theengine and exhaust system,creating the risk of fire or otherdamage. Do not park, idle, or driveyour vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover. Theemission system heats up theengine compartm...

The above lights illuminate briefly.If a light fails to illuminate, havethe vehicle serviced. If the driver’s safety belt isfastened, the light does not illuminate. STARTING THE VEHICLE After completing the steps under Preparing to start the vehicle : 1. Turn the key to START, holduntil engine is ru...

seconds. If the engine does notstart on the first attempt: 1. Turn the ignition key to LOCKand wait approximately 10seconds. 2. Try starting the engine again. At temperatures above -12°C(10°F), do not hold the key in theSTART position longer than fiveseconds. If the engine does notstart on the first...

GUARDING AGAINST EXHAUSTFUMES Carbon monoxide, althoughcolorless and odorless, is presentin exhaust fumes. Take precautionsto avoid its dangerous effects. If you smell exhaust fumesinside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicleimmediately. Do not drive if yousmell exhaust fumes. Have the...

Ventilating your vehicle • If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped in an openarea for long periods of time,open the windows at least 2.5cm (1 inch). Adjust the heatingor air conditioning to bring infresh air. • Improve vehicle ventilation bykeeping all air inlet vents clearof snow, leav...

BRAKES The anti-lock brake system(ABS) Anti-lock brake operation differsslightly from standard brakeoperation. Apply the brakes steadily. DO NOTpump the brakes in a panic stop.The brake system will preventwheel lockup by automaticallyreleasing and reapplying thebrakes. Even with ABS, the brakes coul...

ABS warning light The ABS light in the instrument cluster illuminates and remainsilluminated if an ABS fault isdetected. Have your vehicleserviced as soon as possible. Normal braking operation is stilleffective unless the light is also illuminated. Parking brake The parking brake should be usedwhene...

Pull release handle towards you torelease parking brake. If the parking brake is fullyreleased, but the warning light remains on, have the brakes checkedimmediately. They may not beworking properly. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONOPERATION (4R70W) Hold the brake pedal downwhile you move the gearshift from po...

D - Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fueleconomy. Transmission operates ingears 1-4. D (Overdrive) can be disengaged by pressing thetransmission control switch on thegearshift lever. The transmissioncontrol indicator light oninstrument cluster will remain off. D - Drive Not shown o...

on downgrades. Transmissionoperates in gears 1-2. 1 - Low Use 1 (Low) to provide maximum engine braking on steepdowngrades. Upshifts can be madeby shifting to 2 (Second) or to D (Overdrive). Selecting 1 (Low) at higher speeds causes a shift to 2(Second), and will shift to 1 (Low)after vehicle decele...

should either know the terrain orexamine maps of the area beforedriving. Map out your route beforedriving in the area. For moreinformation on driving off-road,read Four-Wheeling in your owner’s portfolio. Sand When driving over sand, try tokeep all four wheels on the mostsolid area of the trail. Do ...

that could damage drivecomponents. If the transmission and transfercase are submerged in water, theirfluids should be checked andchanged, if necessary. All rear axle lubricants must bereplaced every 160,000 km(100,000 miles) or if the axle hasbeen submerged in water.Otherwise, check the lubrication ...

heavy load. If vehicle speed dropsmore than 15 - 25 km/h (8 - 14mph) the speed control will cancelautomatically. Resume speed withaccelerator pedal. If speed control cancels afterclimbing the hill, reset speed bypressing and holding the SETACCEL button or returning toprevious speed by pressing theRE...

between forward and reversegears. DO NOT rock the vehicle formore than a few minutes. Thetransmission and tires may bedamaged or the engine canoverheat. Do not spin the wheels atover 55 km/h (35 mph). The tires may fail and injure apassenger or bystander. VEHICLE LOADING It is extremely dangerousto ...

Do not use replacement tires withlower weight capacities than theoriginal because they may lowerthe vehicle’s GVWR and GAWRlimitations. Replacement tires witha higher weight limit than theoriginals do not increase theGVWR and GAWR limitations. TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may tow a Class I orII trail...

below the maximum shown undermaximum trailer weight on thechart. Trailer Towing Table 4R70W Automatic Transmission Engine Rear Axle Ratio Maximum GCWR kg (lb) 1 Maximum Trailer Weight kg (lb) 2 Maximum Frontal Area of Trailer ft 2-Wheel Drive 5.0L 3.73 4,990 (11,000) 3,039 (6,700) 50 All-Wheel Drive...

Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on mosttowed vehicles. Make sure yourtrailer lamps conform to Federaland local regulations. See yourdealer or trailer rental agency forthe proper instructions andequipment for hooking up trailerlamps. Do not hook the trailerlamps directly into the vehicle’s l...

Servicing while towing If you tow a trailer for longdistances, your vehicle will requiremore frequent service intervals.Refer to the Service Guide for more information. Trailer towing • Practice turning, stopping andbacking in an area beforestarting on a trip to get the feelof the vehicle/trailercom...

Luggage rack (if equipped) Load luggage as far back as it willsafely go without loading morethan 45 kg (100 lb) or cause thevehicle to exceed the GrossVehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) orits Gross Axle Weight Rating(GAWR). Use the following stepsto adjust the luggage rack. • Turn adjustment wheelbackward...

HAZARD SWITCH Use the hazard flashers to warntraffic of vehicle problems. Press button down to activatehazard flashers. Press button again to deactivatehazard flashers. FUEL PUMP SHUTOFF SWITCH The fuel pump shutoff switch stopsthe fuel pump when the vehiclehas been involved in a collision ormajor j...

Use the fuse puller tool providedon the passenger compartmentfuse panel cover to replace fuses. Number Fuse AmperageRating Circuits Protected 1 7.5 amp Power mirror, powerantenna 2 7.5 amp High-mountbrakelamp 3 15 amp Parking lamps 4 10 amp Left headlamp 5 10 amp Data link connector 6 7.5 amp Air ba...

Power distribution box Lift cover towards front of vehicleto access the power distributionbox. The high-current fuses in thepower distribution box protectyour vehicle’s main electricalsystems from overloads. The highcurrent fuses are coded as follows: 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 84 73 62 51 11 10...

Mini fuses Fuse Amps Circuits protected 6 15 amp Generator/voltageregulator 7 20 amp Not used 8 15 amp Foglamp relay,daytime running lampmodule 9 - Not used 10 - Not used 11 20 amp HEGO system Relays Relays are located in the powerdistribution box. Relays receive signals fromcomponents or systems an...

Position the jack under the rearaxle to raise the rear wheel. 14. Turn the jack handle clockwiseand raise the vehicle until the tirejust clears the ground. 15. Remove the wheel lug nuts andflat tire, and install the spare. 16. Install the lug nuts and tightenuntil snug. Use of wheel or lug nutsother...

vegetable oil. Call a doctorimmediately. To avoid damage or injury,follow these directions in the order they are given. If indoubt, call for road service. Before jump starting a vehicle: • Make sure the booster batteryvehicle has a 12-volt startingsystem (a 24-volt power supplywill cause vehicle dam...

WRECKER TOWING It is recommended that yourvehicle be towed with wheel liftand dollies or flatbed equipment.Do not tow with slingbeltequipment. Ford Motor Companyhas not developed or approved aT-hook or slingbelt towingprocedure. Roadside emergencies 135

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS Whenever possible, Ford hasdesigned parts that do not requireservicing. However, when servicingis required, Ford’s goal is to makeservicing your vehicle as easy aspossible. To help you: • We highlight do-it-yourself itemsin the engine compartment foreasy location. • Often, pa...

come on unexpectedly; alwaysturn the engine off and let itcool. The cooling fan isautomatic and may come on at any time. Alwaysdisconnect the negative terminalof the battery before workingnear the fan. • Never get under a vehiclesupported only by a jack. If youmust work under a vehicle, usesafety st...

Working with the engine on 1. Set the parking brake and makesure that the gearshift is securelylatched in P (Park). 2. Do not work on a vehicle in anenclosed space with the enginerunning. 3. Block the wheels to prevent thevehicle from moving unexpectedly. 4. If work must be done with theengine runni...

Checking the engine oil Check the engine oil every timeyou fuel your vehicle. Check the engine oil level morefrequently if the vehicle is carryinga heavy load, towing a trailer,idling for extended periods (likepolice, taxi, or shuttle servicevehicles), or driven at high speedsfor extended periods of...

Adding engine oil If the fluid level is below the MINline, add engine oil. Add engine oilthrough the oil filler cap and use afunnel to pour oil into the opening. Make sure you use a certifiedengine oil of the preferredviscosity. Recheck the oil level. Make surethat the oil level is not above theMAX ...

Checking and adding washerfluid for the liftgate The opening for this reservoir islocated on the left side of thevehicle above the tail lamp. Besure to close the cover after fillingand before closing the liftgate. Thereservoir must be filled slowly toallow trapped air to escape. Use ofa funnel is re...

or 80,000 km (50,000 miles). It isnot necessary and notrecommended to use supplementalcoolant additives in yourgasoline-powered vehicle. Theseadditives may harm your enginecooling system. When you change or add enginecoolant, it is important to maintainyour engine coolant concentrationbetween 40% (-...

Your vehicle does not use uptransmission fluid. However, it isrecommended that you check thetransmission fluid at least twice ayear. The fluid level should bechecked if the transmission is notworking properly, i.e., thetransmission slips or shifts slowlyor if you notice some sign of fluidleakage. It...

• Add only enough fluid throughthe filler opening so that thefluid level is at the bottom ofthe opening. BATTERY If the original equipmentmaintenance-free battery needsreplacing, it may be replaced witha low-maintenance battery. Forinformation on replacementbatteries, refer to Motorcraft part number...

Changing your air filter 1. Loosen the clamp that securesthe air cleaner in place. Separatethe two halves of the air cleaner. 2. Remove the air filter elementfrom the open end of the engineair cleaner and replace it with anew element. 3. Replace the two halves of theair cleaner and secure the clamp....

To make reaching the wiper bladeseasy, simply turn the ignition tothe ON position and turn thewipers on. Wait for them to reacha vertical position and turn theignition to LOCK. Do not move thewipers manually across thewindshield as this may causedamage to the wipers. Inspect the wiper arm pivots on ...

on wiper blade until lock tab isengaged. To replace liftgate wiper blade: 1. Pull wiper arm away fromliftgate window. 2. Use small screwdriver todepress lock tab and pull wiperblade upwards and away fromwiper arm. 3. Attach new wiper blade bypushing wiper arm post throughhole in wiper blade until lo...

grades exactly as the governmenthas written it. Treadwear The treadwear grade is acomparative rating based on thewear rate of the tire when testedunder controlled conditions on aspecified government test course.For example, a tire graded 150would wear 1 1 ⁄ 2 times as well on the government course a...

when tires are cold (after thevehicle has been parked for atleast one hour or driven less than5 km (3 miles). The cold pressure amount is listedon the Safety ComplianceCertification Label located on theinside driver’s door latch pillar. Improperly inflated tirescan affect vehicle handling and can fa...

Four tire rotation Five tire rotation Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wearband is visible through the tiretreads. When replacing full sizetires, never mix radial bias belted or bias-type tires. Useonly the tire sizes that are listedon the tire pressure decal. Make sure all replacement...

Failure to follow theseprecautions may adversely affect the handling of the vehicleand make it easier to lose controland roll over. IDENTIFYING TIRE TYPES Refer to the Safety ComplianceCertification Label to determinethe specific size tire and wheelFord Motor Company recommendsfor use on this vehicl...

If you replace your fuelcap with an aftermarket fuel filler cap, the customerwarranty may be void if anydamage to the fuel tank and/orfuel system occurs. If the fuel cap is ventingvapor or you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops beforecompletely removing the cap. Automotive fuels cancause seri...

of disulfiram for the treatment ofalcoholism. Breathing gasolinevapors or skin contact couldpossibly cause an adverse reaction.Consult a physician immediately. Cleaner air Ford approves the use of gasolinesto improve air quality, includingreformulated gasolines, thatcontain oxygenates such as amaxim...

issued a gasoline specificaton toprovide information on high qualityfuels that optimize theperformance of your vehicle. Werecommend the use of gasolinesthat meet the AAMA specificationif they are available. It should not be necessary to addany aftermarket products to yourfuel tank if you continue to...

Calculating fuel economy 1. Fill the tank completely andrecord the initial odometerreading. 2. Each time you fill the tank,record the amount of fuel added(in liters or gallons). 3. After at least three to five fueltank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank andrecord the final odometer reading. Keep a record ...

If you notice one or more of thefollowing, the emission system maynot be working properly. Have thevehicle serviced as soon aspossible. • Fluid leaks. • The and CHECK ENGINE lights illuminate in the instrumentcluster and remain lit. • Strange odors. • Engine runs more than fiveseconds after shut-off...

EXTERIOR LAMPS Replacing the exterior bulbs It is a good idea to check theoperation of the following lightsfrequently: • Headlamps • High-mount brakelamp • Tail lamps • Brakelamps • Backup lamps • Hazard flasher Maintenance and care 172

remove and replace any of thebulbs. 1. Remove the two (2) screwsretaining rear lamp to vehicle. 2. Remove rear lamp by pullingrearward to disengage two lowerbarbed retainers. 3. Remove socket from lamp. 4. Remove bulb from socket. 5. Install bulb in socket. 6. Install socket to lamp. 7. Replace rear...

Turn signals For more information on the turnsignals, refer to Turn signals in the Controls and Features chapter. For bulb replacement, seeyour dealer. License plate lamp To change the license plate bulb,follow this procedure: 1. Use a screwdriver to detach thelamp from the bumper. 2. Turn and pull ...

BULB SPECIFICATIONS Description Number of Bulbs Trade Number Exterior Illumination Headlamps 2 9007 Front lamp and turn signal 4 3157NA* Front side marker lamp 2 916NA* Underhood lamp 1 906 Fog lamps 2 H3 Rear Lamps - Exterior Rear back-up lamp 2 3156 High-mount brakelamp 1 2 License plate lamp 2 19...

Description Number of Bulbs Trade Number Radio Illumination 1 Instrument Panel Ashtray lamp 1 161 Glove compartment lamp 1 194 Instrument cluster 1 each 194 Instrument Panel Controls A/C controls 1 161 Rear window wiper/washercontrol 1 2 Headlamp controls 1 1815 Heater controls 1 161 1 Replaceable a...

Cleaning the built-in child seat Clean the built-in child seat withmild soap and water. Do not usehousehold cleaning productsbecause they may weaken thesafety belt webbing or damage thevinyl parts of the seat. The child seat liner is removableand may be machine-washed andair dried. Cleaning and main...

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Motorcraft part number Spark plug 1 AWSF-32EE* Air filter FA-1641 Fuel filter FG-872 Oil filter FL-1A Battery BXT-65-650 or BXT-65-850 (optional) P.C.V. valve EV-152 1 Refer to Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal for spark plug and gap specifications. *If any...

Fluid Component Capacity Transfer case fluid (ifequipped) Borg Warner AWDtransfer case 1.25 L (2.64 pts.) Transmission fluid,automatic Automatic 4R70W(2WD and AWD) 13.2 L (13.9 qts.) Windshield washerfluid, front Front washer fluidreservoir 2.6 L (2.8 qts.) Windshield washerfluid, rear Liftgate wash...

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Component Ford part name Ford part number Ford specification Windshieldwasherreservoir Ultra-ClearWindshieldWasherConcentrate C9AZ-19550-AA orBA ESR-M17P5-A Body hinges,latches, doorstriker platesand rotors, seattracks, doorchecks andtracks, hoodlatch, auxiliarylatch, and fu...

Component Ford part name Ford part number Ford specification Engine coolant PremiumCooling SystemFluid E2FX-19549-AA ESE-M97B44-A Transfer casefront outputslip shaft PremiumLong-LifeGrease XG-1-C or K ESA-M1C75-B Transfer case MotorcraftMERCON t ATF XT-2-QDX MERCON t Dana 35 frontdrive axle 4x4 Gear...

If you believe that your vehicle hasa defect which could cause acrash, or could cause injury ordeath, you should immediatelyinform the National HighwayTraffic Safety Administration(NHTSA) in addition to notifyingFord Motor Company. If NHTSA receives similarcomplaints, it may open aninvestigation, an...

Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ............71,74,75,76,77,82,87 and child safetyseats .......................74,76,77,82,87description ................................73indicator light ...........................74 Air cleaner filter replacing ..................................156 All Wheel Dr...

Windshield defrosting ..................................21 Windshield washer fluid andwipers checking and replacing wiperblades ......................................156operation ...................................24 Index 196

Fuel info Unleaded only - 87 octane Fuel tank capacity 79.5 L (21.0 gal) Engine oilspecifications Use only oil displaying the American PetroleumInstitute Certification Mark SAE 5W-30 Tire size andpressure See Safety Compliance Certification Label oninside of driver door Hood releaselocation Bottom l...