Ford 2002 Excursion v.2- User Manual

SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-BumperCoverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 7.3LPower Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is eligiblefor Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties. For adetai...

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat InstallationWarning Child Seat TetherAnchorage Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -Non-Petroleum Based Tr...

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES 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 lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make ...

If the light remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the first availableopportunity. Light is blinking: Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter.You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration anddeceleration) and have your vehicle serviced at the fi...

Brake system warning To confirm the brake systemwarning light is functional, it willmomentarily illuminate when theignition is turned to the ON position (alternatively for some vehicleswhen the ignition is moved from the ON position to START position, thelight will momentarily illuminate prior to re...

Charging system Illuminates when the battery is notcharging properly. Low fuel Illuminates when the fuel level inthe fuel tank is at, or near, empty(refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter for more information). Speed control Illuminates when the speed controlis activated. Transmission control indicator...

Door ajar Illuminates when any door is open(or not fully closed). SecuriLock Y anti-theft system Illuminates when the anti-theftalarm system is armed. If the lightfails to illuminate, continues to flashor remains on, have the system serviced. Refer to SecuriLock y passive anti-theft system in the Lo...

Key-in-ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition and the driver’s door isopened. Parking brake ON warning chime Sounds when the parking brake is set, the engine is running and thevehicle is driven more than 5 Km (3 mph). GAUGES Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the ...

Engine oil pressure gauge Indicates engine oil pressure. Atnormal operating temperature, theneedle will be in the normal range(the area between the “L” and “H”);if the needle goes below the normalrange, stop the vehicle as soon assafely possible and switch off theengine immediately. Check the oillev...

Red area (over temperature) — the transmission fluid is overheating.Stop the vehicle to allow thetemperature to return to normalrange. If the gauge is operating in the Yellow or Red area, stop the vehicle andverify the airflow is not restricted such as snow or debris blocking airflowthrough the gril...

PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD Your vehicle is equipped with a delayed accessory feature. This featureenables the audio playing media to continue playing up to 10 minutesafter the ignition has been turned off, or until a door is opened. Volume/power control Press the control to turn the aud...

Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows youto increase or decrease the audiosystem’s bass output. Press the BASS control then press: • to decrease the bass output and • to increase the bass output. Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows youto increase or decrease the audiosystem’s treble ...

Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjustedbetween the front and rearspeakers. Press the FADE control then press: • to shift the sound to the front and • to shift the sound to the rear. Seek function The seek function control works in radio, tape or CD mode. Seek function in radio mode • Press...

Scan function The scan function works in radio,tape or CD mode. Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stationson the frequency band. Press the control again to stop the scan mode. Scan function in tape mode Press the SCAN control to hear a shor...

Setting memory preset stations 1. Select the frequency band withthe AM/FM select control. 2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station. 3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns,indicating the station is held in memory...

Setting the clock To set the hour, press and hold theCLK control and press SEEK: • to decrease hours and • to increase hours. To set the minute, press and holdthe CLK control and press TUNE: • to decrease minutes and • to increase minutes. If your vehicle has a separate clock,(other than the digital...

Tune adjust The tune control works in radio mode. Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next frequency down the band(whether or not a listenablestation is located there). Hold thecontrol to move through thefrequencies quickly. • Press to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or ...

Rewind The rewind control works in tapeand CD modes. • In tape mode, radio play willcontinue until rewind is stopped(with the TAPE control) or the beginning of the tape is reached. • In CD mode, pressing the REW control rewinds the CD within thecurrent track. Fast forward The fast forward control wo...

Dolby T noise reduction Dolby t noise reduction operates in tape mode. Dolby t noise reduction reduces the amount of hiss andstatic during tape playback. Press the control to activate (and deactivate) the Dolby t noise reduction. Dolby t noise reduction is manufactured under license from Dolby t Lab...

PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO IN DASH SIX CD RADIO Your vehicle is equipped with a delayed accessory feature. This featureenables the audio playing media to continue playing up to 10 minutesafter the ignition has been turned off, or until a door is opened. Volume/power control Press the control to turn the a...

Speed sensitive volume With this feature, radio volume changes automatically and slightly withvehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. The recommended level for speed sensitive volume is from level 1through level 3. Level 0 turns the speed sensitive volume off and level 7is the maximum s...

Scan function The scan function works in radio orCD mode. Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stationson the frequency band. Press the SCAN control again to stop the scanmode. Scan function in CD mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sa...

4. Press and hold a memory preset control. The playing media will mutemomentarily. When the sound returns, the station is held in memory onthe control you selected. The display will read SAVED. Autostore Autostore allows you to set the strongest local radio stations withoutlosing your original manua...

Use the SEL control to manually setthe time. • Press to increase hours/minutes. • Press to decrease hours/minutes. Press the MENU control again to disengage the clock mode. Tune/disc adjust The tune control works in radio or CD mode. Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next frequency do...

CD select CD mode may be entered bypressing the CD control and theLOAD control. Load the CD into theaudio system. The first track of thedisc will begin playing. After that,CD play will begin where it stopped last. If an alternative CD is desired, press the corresponding preset control(1–6) of a load...

Auto load This feature allows you to autoloadup to 6 discs into the multi disc CDplayer internal to the radio. Press and hold the LOAD control until AUTOLOAD # is displayed. TheCD door will open. Load the desired disc, one at a time. The CD isloaded into position and the audio system will display CD...

When engaged, the shuffle feature has two different modes: SHUFFLEDISC and SHUFFLE TRK. SHUFFLE DISC randomly plays tracks from all the discs presently in theaudio system. SHUFFLE TRK plays all the tracks on the current disc in random order. Compression feature The compression feature operates in CD...

TRAFFIC ON/OFF— Traffic announcements can be programmed as localor distant. Refer to Traffic announcements. RDS ON/OFF— This feature allows your audio system to receive textinformation from RDS-equipped FM radio stations. Refer to Radio Data System feature. FIND type — Allows you to select your desi...

With the RDS activated, press the MENU control until TRAFFIC ON isdisplayed. Press the SCAN control. SCAN TRAFFIC will display. Theaudio system will scan to all traffic capable frequencies. If no validstations are found after one pass, the scan function is cancelled and NOTFOUND displays. Radio data...

Mute mode Press the control to mute theplaying media. Press the controlagain to return to the playing media. REAR SEAT CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) The Rear Seat Controls (RSC) allowthe rear seat passengers to operatethe radio, tape, CD, or CD changer(if equipped). To turn on the rear seat controls, press...

USING HEADPHONES/PERSONAL AUDIO SYSTEM The Personal Audio System allowsthe rear seat passengers to listen toone media source (radio, tape, CD,or CD changer if equipped) whilethe front seat passengers listen toanother. However, front and rear seat passengers can not listen to twodifferent radio stati...

In tape mode, use the SEEK function to access the next or previous selection. In CD or CD changer mode (if equipped), use the SEEK function toaccess the next or the previous selection. DVD REAR SEAT ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a Family Entertainment System(FE...

2. PLAY/PAUSE control Press to playback or pause the DVD. 3. DIM control Adjust to increase (+) or decrease (-) the amount of brightness on thescreen. 4. ENTER control Press to select the function pointed to within the active menu. May alsobe used by some user interactive discs during movie play. 5....

• Press the PREV control to movethe cursor one position downward • Press the REV control to movethe cursor left one position • Press the FWD control to movethe cursor right one position Next/Previous control The NEXT (up) and PREV (down)controls allow you to access thenext or previous track on a CD ...

Battery replacement Batteries are supplied with theremote control unit. Since allbatteries have a limited shelf life,replace them when the unit fails tocontrol the DVD player. There is aLED indicator light is on the remotecontrol which will illuminate whenany control is pressed. Slide the battery co...

In radio mode (AM, FM1, FM2): Press the control to find the next station down the frequency band. Press the control to find the next station up the frequency band. In tape mode (if equipped), press the control to access the previous selection or for the next selection. In CD mode (if equipped), pres...

1. 7.0” (diagonal) active matrix liquid crystal display (LCD) screen.2. Screen housing.3. Dimmer switch. Toggle to increase/decrease the brightness of thescreen. Playback and format • The DVD player of your Family Entertainment System (FSES) canonly be used in the “playback” mode. (The DVD player do...

• To enable or disable the FES, simultaneously press the 3 and 5memory presets on the radio face. Press the presets again to disablethe FES. • The DVD player is only capable of reading the bottom side of a disc.When inserting a single sided disc, the label should be up. For amultisided disc, the des...

On-screen indicators Each time a control is pressed, the operational status of the DVD playeris shown on the screen. The following are some possible indicators: 1. CD track 2. DVD chapter 3. SYSTEM COUNTER — displays current viewing time of desired media.(HOURS:MINUTES:SECONDS) 4. DVD/ CD STATUS (PL...

Do not insert foreign objects into the DVD compartment. The front glass on the liquid crystal display (LCD) flip-downscreen may break when hit with a hard surface. If the glass breaks, do not touch the liquid crystalline material. In case of contactwith skin, wash immediately with soap and water. Do...

Care and service of the DVD player Environmental extremes DVD players which are subjected to harsh environmental conditions maybe damaged or perform at less than maximum capability. To avoid theseoutcomes, whenever possible avoid exposing your DVD player to: • extremely hot or cold temperatures. • d...

Cleaning the DVD player Clean the exterior of the DVD player with a damp cloth. Do not use CDcleaning kits or CDs intended to clean the interior of your DVD player.Use of these products may damage your system. CLEANING COMPACT DISCS Inspect all discs for contamination before playing. If necessary, c...

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulatedin the vehicle. Temperature control knob Controls the temperature of theairflow inside the vehicle. Mode Selector Control Controls the direction of the airflowto the inside of the vehicle. The air condi...

• (Panel) – Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers. However, the air will not be cooled below the outsidetemperature because the air conditioning does not operate in thismode. • OFF – Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For shortperiods of time only, use thi...

Turning the EATC on Press AUTO, any of the override controls or the fan speed control. TheEATC will only operate when the vehicle is running. Turning the EATC system off Press OFF. Automatic operation Press AUTO and select the desired temperature. The selectedtemperature and the word AUTO will appea...

Temperature selection The display window indicates theselected temperature, function(AUTO, A/C, ) or one of the manual override controls) andmanual control of fan speed ( ). To control the temperature, select any temperature between 16°C (60°F)and 32°C (90°F) by pressing the blue (cooler) or red (wa...

fan speed. The display will show ( ) and a a bar graph to indicate manual fan speed operation and relative speed. To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTO. A/C control Used to manually enable or disablethe operation of the air conditioningin all modes except . In all modes, the air condition...

outside odors from reaching the vehicle interior. It is recommended toallow the EATC system to automatically control the selection of outsideor recirculated air. The recirculation control cannot be selected in the , as interior fogging may occur. When AUTO is selected, the recirculated air feature o...

capabilities are provided in this mode. For added customer comfort,when the temperature control is anywhere between full hot and fullcold positions, the air distributed through the floor ducts will beslightly warmer than the air sent to the instrument panel registers. • -Distributes outside or recir...

If the outside temperature is displayed while the EATC system is in theOFF mode and then is turned on, the outside temperature will return tothe display window. The outside temperature reading is most accurate when the vehicle ismoving. Higher readings may be obtained when the vehicle is notmoving. ...

Turn the fan speed control to thedesired speed. Turn the temperature control toregulate the air temperature. Turn the mode selector control todetermine the airflow location.When FLOOR is selected, airflowwill be directed through the floorregister in the third row passengerseating. When PANEL is sele...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to thefirst position to turn on the parkinglamps. Rotate to the second positionto turn on the headlamps. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights normallycontrolled by the he...

Foglamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control also operatesthe foglamps. The foglamps can beturned on only when the headlampcontrol is in the and position and the high beams are notturned on. Pull headlamp control towards youto turn foglamps on. The foglampindicator light will illuminate if the...

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel during headlampand parklamp operation. • Rotate up to brighten. • Rotate down to dim. • Rotate to full up position (pastdetent/dome defeat) to turn oninterior lamps. • Rotate to full down position (past detent/dome defeat) to t...

Rear courtesy/reading lamps • Second row courtesy/reading lamp • Third row courtesy/reading lamp The courtesy lamps light when: • any door is opened. • the instrument panel dimmer switch is held up until the courtesylamps come on. • any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OF...

7. Install bulb retaining ring over the plastic base and lock the ring intothe socket by turning it clockwise until you feel a “stop.” 8. Connect the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base untilit “snaps.” Replacing front parking/turn signal bulbs 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in O...

2. Rotate bulb socketcounterclockwise about 1 ⁄ 4 turn and remove from lamp assembly. 3. Carefully pull the bulb straightout of the socket and push in thenew bulb. 4. Install the bulb socket in lampassembly by turning clockwise. 5. Install the lamp assembly andsecure with four screws. Replacing high...

WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS Rotate the windshield wiper controlto the desired interval, low or highspeed position. The bars of varying length are forintermittent wipers. When in thisposition rotate the control upwardfor fast intervals and downward forslow intervals. Push (tap) the end of the st...

Windshield wiper blades Check the wiper blades for wear at least twice a year or when they seemless effective. Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatmentsused by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades. Checking the wiper blades If the wiper blades do not wipe prop...

TILT STEERING WHEEL Pull the tilt steering control towardyou to move the steering wheel upor down. Hold the control whileadjusting the wheel to the desiredposition, then release the control tolock the steering wheel in position. Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. ILLUMINATED...

OVERHEAD CONSOLE The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according toyour option package. Forward storage bin (if equipped) Press the release control to openthe storage compartment. The doorwill open slightly and can be movedto full open. The storage compartment may beused to sec...

Power quarter rear windows (if equipped) Press the portion of the VENT control to open the power rearquarter windows. Press the portion of the VENT control to close the power rearquarter windows. AUXILIARY POWER POINT Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hangany type of access...

POWER WINDOWS Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows. • Press the top portion of therocker switch to close. • Press the bottom portion of therocker switch to open. Express down • Press AUTO completely down andrelease quickly. The driver’swindow will open fully. Depressagain to ...

Power side view mirrors (if equipped) The ignition can be in any position to adjust the power side view mirrors. To adjust your mirrors: 1. Select L to adjust the left mirroror R to adjust the right mirror. 2. Move the control in the directionyou wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center posi...

Signal mirrors (if equipped) When the turn signal is activated,the appropriate mirror will show ablinking red arrow. The arrow provides an additionalwarning to other drivers that yourvehicle is about to turn. Driver andpassengers seated inside the vehiclecannot see the arrow. Fold-away mirrors Fold ...

SPEED CONTROL To turn speed control on • Press ON. Vehicle speed cannot be controlleduntil the vehicle is traveling at orabove 48 km/h (30 mph). Do not shift the gearshift leverinto N (Neutral) with the speedcontrol on. Do not use the speedcontrol in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding,slippe...

If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle speed may varymomentarily slower or faster than the set speed. This is normal. Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it increases above theset speed on a downhill. If your vehicle speed is faster than the setspeed while driving on a downh...

To set a lower set speed • Press and hold COAST. Releasethe control when the desiredspeed is reached or • Press and release COAST tooperate the Tap-Down function.Each press will decrease the setspeed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or • Depress the brake pedal. Whenthe desired vehicle speed isreached, press SET...

Pressing OFF will erase thepreviously programmed set speed. To return to a previously set speed • Press RES/RESUME. ForRES/RESUME to operate, thevehicle speed must be faster than48 km/h (30 mph). Indicator light This light comes on when either theSET ACCEL or RES controls arepressed. The vehicle spe...

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) These controls allow you to operate some radio and climate controlfeatures. Radio control features • Press BAND/MODE to select AM,FM1, FM2, TAPE or CD(if equipped). In Radio mode: • Press MEM/NEXT to select apreset station from memory. In Tape mode: • Press MEM/...

Selectable features English/metric display Press this control to change the tripcomputer display between metricand English units. Mode control Each press of the MODE control willdisplay a different feature as follows: Average fuel economy. The display will indicate the vehicle’saverage fuel economy ...

2. Press the E/M and MODEcontrols simultaneously. The displaywill illuminate the “AVG” indicator.While the indicator is lit, releaseboth controls to reset the averagefuel economy. Fuel range. This displays the approximate number of kilometers (miles) left to drive before the fuel tank is empty. The ...

The compass reading may be affected when you drive near largebuildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magneticor metallic objects placed in or on the vehicle may also affect compassaccuracy. Adjustments may need to be made to the zone and calibrationof the compass. Compass zon...

3. Press and hold both tripcomputer controls. Afterapproximately eight seconds, thetrip computer will enter CAL mode.CAL mode is indicated when thedisplay lights the “CAL” indicator. 4. Release both controls. The displaywill return to normal, except thatthe CAL indicator will remain lituntil the com...

continuous red, proceed with steps 6 through 8 to completeprogramming of a rolling code equipped device. 6. 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). 7. Press and relea...

Operating the HomeLink T Universal Transceiver To operate, simply press and releasethe appropriate HomeLink t button. Activation will now occur for thetrained product (garage door, gateoperator, security system, entrydoor lock, or home or office lightingetc.). For convenience, thehand-held transmitt...

OVERDRIVE CONTROL Activating overdrive (Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy. The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts and downshifts throughall available gears. Deactivating overdrive Press the Transmission ControlSwitch (TCS) located on the end ofthe gearshift ...

CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. Theseinclude: • Utility compartment • Coin holder slots • Pen holder Use only soft cups in thecupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. • Utility compartment • Coin holder • Pen holder • Writing surface • Sp...

CARGO NET (IF EQUIPPED) The cargo net secures lightweightobjects in the cargo area. Attach thenet to the anchors provided. Thisnet is not designed to restrainobjects during a collision. TRIDOOR The TriDoor area is intended for cargo storage only, not for passengers.You can open and close the TriDoor...

The cargo doors and liftgate should be closed before driving yourvehicle. Leaving the liftgate and/or the cargo doors open could cause serious damage to the TriDoors and its components as well asallowing carbon monoxide to enter the vehicle. If you must drive withthe cargo doors and liftgate window ...

1. Completely loosen the slider knobs at each end of the cross rail. 2. Lift the cross-bar and re-set it at the desired position. Ensure thatboth sides of the cross rails are even. NOTE: Siding the cross-bar on the roof can cause damage to theroof paint. 3. Tighten the slider knobs at both ends of t...

KEYS The key operates all locks on yourvehicle. In case of loss, replacementkeys are available from your dealer. You should always carry a secondkey with you in a safe place in caseyou require it in an emergency. Refer to SecuriLock y Passive Anti-Theft System for more information. POWER DOOR LOCKS ...

Power door unlock disable feature (if equipped) This feature will help protect yourvehicle from unauthorized entry. The UNLOCK function on the powerdoor switch will not operate withthe ignition OFF and twentyseconds after the doors are closedand electronically locked by theremote entry transmitter, ...

Replacing lost transmitters If a remote transmitter has been lostand you would like to remove itfrom the vehicle’s memory, or youwould like to purchase additionalremote transmitters and have themprogrammed to your vehicle: • Take all your vehicle’s transmitters to your dealer forprogramming, or • Pe...

Illuminated entry The illuminated entry system will turn on the interior lights when theremote transmitter unlock control is pressed.The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if theignition switch is turned to the ON position, or if the remote transmitterlock control is pressed,...

If you wish to erase your personal code, use the following instructions: 1. Enter factory set code. 2. Press 1/2 control within fiveseconds of step 1 and release. 3. Within five seconds of step 2,press and hold the 1/2 control fortwo seconds. The system will now only respond to the factory set code....

• the vehicle is travleing more than 8 km/h (5 mph). Deactivating/activating autolock There are 3 methods to enable/disable this feature. One through yourdealer, the second with a power door unlock/lock sequence and the thirdwith the keypad. Before following the activation or deactivation procedures...

SECURILOCK Y PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock y passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization system. This system prevents the engine from being started unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used. The SecuriLock y passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford after...

Certain items may cause vehiclestarting issues: • Large metallic objects • Electronic devices on the keychain that can be used topurchase gasoline or similar items • A second key on the same keyring as the coded key If any of these items are present,you need to keep these objects fromtouching the co...

SEATING Full bench seat (if equipped) • Lift the track release bar to movethe seat forward or backward.Ensure that the seat is relatchedinto place. 60/40 split bench seat (if equipped) • Lift the release bar to move theseat forward or backward. Ensurethe seat is relatched into place. • Pull the seat...

Captain’s chair (if equipped) • Lift the track release bar to movethe seat forward or rearward.Make sure that the seat isrelatched into place. • Pull the seatback handle up torecline the seat. Memory seats and adjustable pedals (if equipped) This system allows automaticpositioning of the driver seat...

The memory seat positions are also recalled when you press your remoteentry transmitter UNLOCK control. To program the memory seat to remote entry transmitter, refer to Remote entry system in the Controls and features chapter . Using the manual lumbar support Turn the lumbar support controltoward th...

Press to raise or lower the frontportion of the seat cushion. Press to raise or lower the rearportion of the seat cushion. Press the control to move the seatforward, backward, up or down. Manual seat memory feature The manual adjust seat and seatback may lose their memory positionsand not latch in t...

Heated seats (if equipped) To operate the heated seats: • Push control to activate. • Push again to deactivate. The indicator light on the control will illuminate when activated. REAR SEATS Head restraints Your vehicle’s seats are equipped with head restraints which adjust upand down. The purpose of...

6. For bench seats only, lift up flapon seatback to release closeoutpanel. 7. For bench seats only, rotate panelto closeout the space between theseatback and the floor. Returning the seat to upright Insure the seat is pulled back to the locked position, whether theseat is occupied or empty. If not l...

4. Remove headrest from storage position and return to 2nd rowseatback. Push down headrest completely to secure. Reclining the second row seatback Locate the release handle located onthe outboard side of the seatcushion and lift gently to allow theseatback to be adjusted to thedesired location. Recl...

1. Rotate the upper seat controlrearward while pushing the seatbacktoward the front of the vehicle. 2. Push the seatback toward thefront of the vehicle. This releasesthe seat track and the seat willmove forward. 3. After entering the 3rd row seat,pull back the 2nd row seatback untilit latches at ful...

3. While pulling up on the release bar, lift the seat up and out of thefloor tubs and roll seat rearward. 4. With assistance, lift the seat out of the vehicle. Installing the third row seat Always latch the vehicle seat to the floor, whether the seat isoccupied or empty. If not latched, the seat may...

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while thevehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should alwaysproperly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag (SRS) is provided. It is extreme...

When to use the automatic locking mode • Any time a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position (if equipped). Children 12 years old andunder should be properly restrained in the rear seat wheneverpossible. Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety S...

How to disengage the automatic locking mode Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies and attachinghardware should be inspected by a qualified technician after any collision. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should alsobe inspected and replaced if either damage or improper ...

Safety belt replacement label The short plastic boot on the frontsafety belt at the passengeroutboard anchor location covers a“Replace Belt” label on the safetybelt. In the event of a collision, thecolored label (REPLACE BELT)may become visible. If this occurs, the safety belt must be replaced. When...

Front and second row safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments for the driver, frontpassenger and second row outboardpassengers. Adjust the height of theshoulder belt so the belt restsacross the middle of your shoulder. To lower the shoulder belt height,push the bu...

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts:(All statistics based on U.S. data) Reasons given... Consider... “Crashes are rareevents” 36 700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we are exposed to “rare” events,even for good drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be se...

Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the BeltMinder chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of injury in an accident. To disable (one-time) or deactivate the BeltMinder feature please follow the directions stated below. One time disable Any time the safety belt is buc...

and a qualified technician finds that the belts do not show damage andcontinue to operate properly, they do not need to be replaced. Safetybelt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected andreplaced if either damage or improper operation is noted. Failure to inspect and if nec...

Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautions The supplemental restraint systemis designed to work with the safetybelt to help protect the driver andright front passenger from certainupper body injuries. Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly orgently and the risk of injury from adeploying air b...

Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bagsupplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. The front passenger air bag is not designed to offer protection toan occupant in the center front seating position. Modifications to the front end of the vehi...

How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work? The air bag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustainslongitudinal deceleration sufficientto cause the sensors to close anelectrical circuit that initiates airbag inflation. The fact that the air bags did notinflate in a collision do...

The SRS consists of: • driver and passenger air bag modules (which include the inflators andair bags) • one or more impact and safing sensors • a readiness light and tone • a diagnostic module • and the electrical wiring which connects the components The diagnostic module monitors its own internal c...

Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles(including pretensioners) For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles, see your localdealership or qualified technician. Air bags MUST BE disposed of byqualified personnel. SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for direc...

Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder beltseating positions 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, move the seat all theway back. 1...

7. Pull the lap belt portion acrossthe child seat toward the buckle andpull up on the shoulder belt whilepushing down with your knee on thechild seat. 8. Allow the safety belt to retract toremove any slack in the belt. 9. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly tilt the seat forwardand back to...

The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions(shown from top view): Attach the tether strap onlyto the appropriate tether anchor as shown. The tether strapmay not work properly if attachedsomewhere other than the correcttether anchor. 1. Position the child safety seat on th...

STARTINGPositions of the ignition 1. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. 2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel,automatic transmission gearshiftlever and allows key removal. 3. OFF, shuts off the engine and allaccessories without locking...

If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealerinspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine’s idle revolutions per minute(RPM). When the engine starts, the idle RPM runs faster to warm t...

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) This vehicle is equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS). A noisefrom the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the pedal may beobserved during ABS braking events. Pedal pulsation coupled with noisewhile braking under panic conditions or on loose gravel, bumps, we...

With the ABS light on, the anti-lockbrake system is disabled and normalbraking is still effective unless thebrake warning light also remainsilluminated with parking brake released. (If your brake warning lampilluminates, have your vehicle serviced immediately.) Parking brake Apply the parking brake ...

Pull the release lever to release thebrake. Driving with the parkingbrake on will cause the brakes towear out quickly and reduce fueleconomy. STEERING YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle is equipped with power steering. Power steering uses energyfrom the engine to help steer the vehicle. Never hold the steeri...

PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate thanother types of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likelyto die than a person wearing a seat belt. Your vehicle has special design and equipment features to make itcapab...

If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition inthe ON position and the brake pedal depressed: 1. Apply the parking brake, turn ignition to the LOCK position, thenremove the key. 2. Reinsert the key and turn the ignition to the OFF position. 3. Press and hold down the brake pe...

Drive – Not shown on the display. Activate by pressing the transmission control switch (TCS) on the end of the gearshift lever with the gearshiftin the position. The TCIL (the word OFF) will illuminate on the gearshift lever. Transmission operates in gears one through three. (Drive) provides more en...

Shift strategy (4R100 automatic transmission) To account for customer driving habits and conditions, your 4R100automatic transmission electronically controls the shift quality by usingan adaptive learning strategy. The adaptive learning strategy ismaintained by power from the battery. When the batte...

FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) For important information regarding safe operation of this typeof vehicle, see Preparing to drive your vehicle in this chapter. When four–wheel drive (4WD) is engaged, power is supplied to all fourwheels through a transfer case. 4WD can be selected when...

• auto-manual hub locks can bemanually overridden by rotatingthe hub lock control from AUTOto LOCK if desired. • automatic operation of thehub locks is recommended, and will increase fuel economy • For proper operation, makesure that the arrow and theindicator dot on the hub arealigned, and that bot...

4L (4WD Low) – For low-speed off-road cond applications that require extra power such as steep grades, deep sand or pulling a boat out of thewater. Sends power to front and rear wheels. Note: Some noise may be heard as the 4WD system shifts or engages. This is normal. Shifting from 2WD (2WD High) to...

3. Place the gearshift in N (Neutral). 4. Move the 4WD control to the 4x4LOW position. 5. Hold the shift conditions until theLOW RANGE indicator lightilluminates. 6. If the LOW RANGE indicator light does not illuminate within 15 seconds, drive the vehicle above8 km/h (5 mph), then repeat steps 1thro...

Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operatingtemperature or damage to the transmission may occur. Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damageto the transmission and tires may occur or the engine mayoverheat. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the ge...

the driveline. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatictransmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in gear. Do notleave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in N (Neutral)position. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignitionwhen leaving the...

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

Driving on hilly or sloping terrain Although natural obstacles may make it necessary to travel diagonally upor down a hill or steep incline, you should always try to drive straight upor straight down. Avoid driving crosswise or turning on steep slopes or hills . A danger lies in losing traction, sli...

Driving on snow and ice 4WD vehicles have advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice butcan skid like any other vehicle. Should you start to slide while driving on snowy or icy roads, turn thesteering wheel in the direction of the slide until you regain control. Avoid sudden applications of power ...

If you use any tire/wheel combination not recommended by Ford, it mayadversely affect vehicle handling and could cause steering, suspension,axle or transfer case failure. Do not use”aftermarket lift kits” or other suspension modifications,whether or not they are used with larger tires and wheels. Th...

such as adding or removing parts (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) orby using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factoryequipment. Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can makeit more likely the vehicle will roll over as a result of a loss of control.For...

(FARC). Additional frontal weight may be added to the front axle reservecapacity provided you limit your payload in other ways (i.e. restrict thenumber of occupants or amount of cargo carried). Always ensure that the weight of occupants, cargo and equipment beingcarried is within the weight limitati...

TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may tow aConventional/Class IV trailerprovided the maximum trailerweight is less than or equal to themaximum trailer weight listed foryour engine and rear axle ratio onthe following charts. Your vehicle’s load capacity is designated by weight, not by volume, soyou cannot ...

The frame mounted hitch receiver is non-removable. Towing a Class IV trailer (extra heavy duty) 2 268–4 536 kg(5 001–10 000 lbs.) trailer weight requires a weight-distributingor fifth-wheel hitch. Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on thecertification label. Towing trailers beyond the maxi...

Safety chains Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the frame or hook retainersof the vehicle hitch. To connect the trailer’s safety chains, cross thechains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners. If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agen...

• To eliminate excessive shifting when towing on long, steep grades, usea lower gear. This will also assist in transmission cooling. When theterrain becomes flatter, put your transmission back into overdrive forthe best fuel economy. • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. Do not exceed the GCWR rat...

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 New Vehicle Limited...

The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated in the passenger’s foot well,by the kick panel. Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch. 1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset the fuel pump shut-off switc...

Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wiredamage and could start a fire. Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link ca...

To remove the fuse panel cover,turn the panel fastenerscounterclockwise. To remove a fuse use the fuse pullertool provided on the fuse panelcover. The fuses are coded as follows. Roadside Emergencies 193

Location of the spare tire and tools The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the followinglocations: Tool Location Spare tire Mounted on the left rear quarter panel inthe cargo area Jack In the right rear cargo area stowage bin. Jack handle and lug wrench On top of the radiator suppo...

2. Turn engine OFF and block thediagonally opposite wheel (block notprovided). 3. Remove the jack, jack handle, lugwrench and spare tire from thestowage locations. 4. Use the tip of the lug wrench to remove any wheel trim. 5. Loosen each wheel lug nutone-half turn counterclockwise butdo not remove t...

• Front driver side (4x4) Make sure the jack fits into thenotched area on the differentialhousing. • Rear 8. Turn the jack handle clockwiseuntil the wheel is completely off theground and high enough to installthe spare tire. To lessen the risk ofpersonal injury, do not put any part of your body unde...

11. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 12. Remove the jack and fullytighten the lug nuts in the ordershown. 13. Stow the the flat tire, jack, jackhandle and lug wrench. Make surethe jack is securely fastened so itdoes not rattle when driving. 14. Unblock the wheels. Retight...

will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time, theadaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation. 1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle. 2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this coulddamage the vehicle’s electrical syst...

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposedmetal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and thecarburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. Do not connect the end of the second ...

Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (...

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of thedisabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cablesremoved, allow it to idle for several minutes so the...

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance center. On 4x2 vehicles, it is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the front wheelson the ground and the rear wheels off the ground using a wheel lift or aslin...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada have authorized dealerships toservice your vehicle. It is preferred that you return to the Ford dealerwhere your vehicle was purchased when warranty repairs are needed.However, you may also take your vehicle to another Ford ...

In some states (in the U.S.) you must directly notify Ford in writingbefore pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is alsoallowed a final repair attempt in some states. In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to theDispute Settlement Board before taking action un...

• available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Companyvehicles The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. FordMotor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modifyprocedures and/or to discontinue this service without notice and withoutincur...

• a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representative Consumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained byan independent consulting firm. The dealership Board member is chosenfrom Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership management, recognized fortheir business leadership qualities. What...

before the Board, this is not a requirement and the Board will decide thecase whether or not an oral presentation is made. An oral presentationmay be requested by the Board as well. Making a decision Board members review all available information related to eachcomplaint, including oral presentation...

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,...

If you are in another foreign country, contact the nearest Forddealership. If the dealership employees cannot help you, they can directyou to the nearest Ford affiliate office. If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside ofthe U.S. or Canada, register your vehicle identificati...

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

• Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tarspots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips. • Always read the instructions before using the products. ALUMINUM WHEELS AND COVERS Aluminum wheel rims or covers are coated with a clearcoat paint finish.I...

or windshield washer solution. Be sure to replace wiper blades whenthey appear worn or do not function properly. WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear window and wiper blades should be cleanedregularly. If the wiper does not wipe properly, substances on thewindshield, rear window or the wipe...

INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, cloth seats and safety belts: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. • Remove light stains and soil with Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner(E8AZ-19523–AA). • If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area firstwith Spot and Stain Remover (F...

FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality products availableto clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These quality productshave been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; theyare custom designed to complement the styl...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation. • We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes trackingroutine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can providethe...

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 locatedunder the right center of the hood.Slide the handle to release theauxiliary latch. 3. Lift the hood ...

1. Battery 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Transmission fluid dipstick 4. Engine oil dipstick 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Air filter assembly 8. Engine coolant reservoir 9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Washer fluid Check the washer fluid whe...

only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging thevehicle’s paint finish, wiper blades or washer system. Note: Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir. Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling systemcomponents. Checking and adding washer fl...

• If the oil level is below the MINmark, add enough oil to raise thelevel within the MIN-MAX range. • Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oilmust be removed from the engine by a service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil ...

BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice. However, for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check thebattery electrolyte level. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide forthe service ...

When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on theend walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery.Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on oppositecorners. Keep batteries out of reach of ...

If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,the clock must be reset once the battery is reconnected. • Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recycling centerto find out ...

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the “cold fill level” or within the “coldfill range” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending uponapplication). • Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval...

Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluidcontainer. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield. The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with either green-coloredMotorcraft Premium Engine Coolant meeting Ford specificationESE...

For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized capon the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recoveryreservoir when the engine is cool. Add the proper mixture of coolant andwater to the “cold full” level. For all other vehicles, which have a coolantdegas system wit...

Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a recycled engine coolantproduced by Ford-approved processes in vehicles originally equippedwith Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant (green-colored). However, notall coolant recycling processes produce coolant that meets Fordspecificatio...

• Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% willdecrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the enginecoolant and may cause engine damage. • Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% willdecrease the freeze protection characteristics of the enginecoolant and may cause engine...

When fail-safe mode is activated You have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive thevehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be able to maintain high-speedoperation and the engine will run rough. Remember that the engine iscapable of completely shutting down automatically to pre...

The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce staticelectricity, which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container. Use the following guidelines to avoid static build-up when filling anungrounded fuel container: • Place approved fuel container on the ground. • DO N...

Many of the world’s automakersissued the World-wide Fuel Charterthat recommends gasolinespecifications to provide improvedperformance and emission controlsystem protection for your vehicle.Gasolines that meet the World-wideFuel Charter should be used whenavailable. Ask your fuel supplierabout gasoli...

possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fillups or fuel gauge readings areNOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy. We do not recommendtaking fuel economy measurements during the first 1 600 km (1 000miles) of driving (engine break-in period). You will get a more accuratemeasurement after 3 000 km–5 0...

3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and recordthe current odometer reading. 4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometerreading. 5. Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fueleconomy: Multiply liters used by 100, then divide b...

• Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fueleconomy. • Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size. • Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fueleconomy. • Use recommended...

It is important to note the box in the lower left corner of the windowsticker. These numbers represent the Range of L/100 km (MPG)expected on the vehicle under optimum conditions. Your fuel economymay vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is...

CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid.Refer to the scheduled maintenanceguide for the service intervalschedules. If adding fluid isnecessary, use only MERCON t ATF. Check the fluid level when it is at ambient temperature, 20° – 80° F (-7°– 25° C): 1. Check the fluid...

BRAKE FLUID Checking and adding brake fluid Brake fluid should be checked andrefilled as needed. Refer to thescheduled maintenance guide forthe service interval schedules. 1. Clean the reservoir cap beforeremoval to prevent dirt or waterfrom entering the reservoir. 2. Visually inspect the fluid leve...

TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid (if equipped) Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled intervals forfluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not consume fluid.However, the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is notworking properly, i.e., ...

If an overfill occurs, excess fluidshould be removed by a qualifiedtechnician. An overfill condition oftransmission fluid may causeshift and/or engagementconcerns and/or possibledamage. Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments orcleaning agents. The use of these materials may...

AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervalsfor changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filterelement listed. Refer to Motorcraft Part Numbers . Note: Do not start your engine with the air cle...

SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure • Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. • Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle has beenparked for at least one hour or has been driven less than 5 km(3 miles). • Adjust tire pressure to recommended specifications found on theCe...

• Five tire rotation Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wearband is visible through the tiretreads. When replacing full size tires, never mix radial bias-belted, orbias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the Certification Label. Make sure that all tires are the same s...

Do not replace your tires with “high performance” tires or largersize tires. Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect thehandling of the vehicle and make it easier for the driver to lose control and roll over. Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle’s original tires may al...

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component* 5.4L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine Air filter element FA-1634 FA-1634 Fuel filter FG-986B FG-986B Oil filter FL-820-S FL-820-S PCV valve EV-233 EV-233 Battery BXT-65-750 BXT-65-750 Spark plugs-platinum** AGSF-22W AGSF-22W *Refer to the 7.3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Inj...

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford partname orequivalent Ford partnumber Fordspecification Spindle bearing HighTemperature4X4 Front Axleand WheelBearing Grease E8TZ-19590–A ESA-M1C198–A Front axle Motorcraft SAE75W-90Premium 4x4Front AxleLubricant XY-75W90-TQL WSP-M2C201-A Rear axle 1 Motorcraft SAE...

Item Ford partname orequivalent Ford partnumber Fordspecification Engineoil-Gasolineengines Motorcraft SAE5W-20 SuperPremium MotorOil XO-5W20-QSP WSS-M2C153-Hand APICertificationMark Engine oil-Dieselengine Refer to your 7.3L Diesel Supplement Hinges, latches,striker plates,fuel filler doorhinge and...

2 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstickhandle. Check the container to verify the fluid being added is of thecorrect type. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determinethe correct service inte...

Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number isattached to a metal tag and islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel. (Please note thatin the graphic XXXX isrepresentative of your vehicleidentification number.) 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake type and gross vehiclewei...

FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford, Lincoln, Mercury or Ford ofCanada dealer. These quality accessories have been specificallyengineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom desi...

A ABS (see Brakes) .....................161 Accessory delay ..........................88 Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ................................143–144 and child safety seats ............145description ..............................144disposal ....................................148dri...

Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) ..........................................268 Vehicle loading ..........................181 Ventilating your vehicle ...........160 W Warning chimes .....................14–15 Warning lights (see Lights) .......10 Washer fluid ..............................227 Wate...