Ford 2002 Expedition- User Manual

Fuel pump shut-off switch In the event of an accident the safety switch will automatically cut off the fuel supply to the engine. The switch can also be activated through sudden vibration (e.g.collision when parking). To reset the switch, refer to the Fuel pump shut-off switch in the Roadside emerge...

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...

Using your vehicle with a snowplow Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing. Using your vehicle as an ambulance Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance. Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance PreparationPackage. Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles Utility vehicle...

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...

Air bag readiness Illuminates to confirm that the airbags (front or side) are operational.If the light fails to illuminate,continues to flash or remains on,have the system serviced immediately. Charging system Illuminates when the battery is notcharging properly. Check air suspension Illuminates mom...

Oil pressure/Engine coolant Illuminates when the engine coolanttemperature is above the normalrange or the engine oil pressure isbelow normal range. Check theengine oil and coolant level refer to Adding engine oil and Adding coolant in the Maintenance and specifications chapter. Turn signals Illumin...

Four wheel drive low (if equipped) Illuminates when four-wheel drivelow is is engaged. If the lightcontinues to flash have the systemserviced. Four wheel drive indicator (if equipped) Illuminates when the four-wheeldrive is engaged. If the lightcontinues to flash have the system serviced. Safety bel...

Battery voltage gauge Indicates battery voltage. If thepointer moves and stays outside thenormal operating range (asindicated by the arrows), have thevehicle’s electrical system checkedas soon as possible. Fuel gauge Displays approximately how muchfuel is in the fuel tank. The fuelgauge may vary sli...

PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE(CD CHANGER COMPATIBLE) AUDIOPHILE AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE(CD CHANGER COMPATIBLE) SCAN VOLPUSH ON REW 1 FF 2 SIDE 1.2 3 4 COMP 5 SHUFF 6 AUTO TUNE SEEK SEL BAL FADE MUTE FM AM EJ BASS TREB CD TAPE RDS SCAN VOLPUSH ON REW 1 FF 2 SIDE 1.2 3 4 COMP 5 SHUFF 6 AUTO TUNE SEEK SE...

• to increase volume compensation • to decrease or shut off the volume compensation Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows youto increase or decrease the audiosystem’s bass output. Press the BASS control. Use theSEL control to increase or decreasethe amount of bass. Treble adjust The treble adju...

Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjustedbetween the front and rearspeakers. Press the FADE control. Use theSEL control to adjust the soundbetween the front and rearspeakers. Seek function The seek function control works in radio, tape or CD mode (ifequipped). Seek function in radio mode • P...

Scan function The scan function works in radio,tape or CD mode (if equipped). Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to activate scan mode and to hear a briefsampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band. Press the SCAN control again to disengage scan mode. Scan function in t...

AM/FM select in CD mode Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play. Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls. Thesecontrols can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelveFM stations (six in FM1 and six in FM2). Setting memo...

Setting the clock with radio data system (RDS) feature Press the RDS control until SELECTHOUR or SELECT MINS isdisplayed. Use the SEL control to manually setthe time. • Press to increase hours/minutes. • Press to decrease hours/minutes. Tune adjust The tune control works in radio or CD mode (if equi...

Tape/CD select • To begin tape play (with a tapeloaded into the audio system)while in the radio or CD mode,press the TAPE control. Press thebutton during rewind or fast forward to stop the rewind or fastforward function. • To begin CD play (if equippedwith CD changer), ensure thatthe CDs are loaded....

Tape direction select Press SIDE 1–2 to play the alternateside of a tape. Eject function Press the control to stop and eject atape. Dolby T noise reduction Dolby t noise reduction operates only in tape mode. Dolby t noise reduction reduces the amount ofhiss and static during tape playback. Press the...

Shuffle feature The shuffle feature operates in CDmode and plays all tracks on thecurrent disc in random order. Ifequipped with the CD changer, theshuffle feature continues to the nextdisc after all tracks are played. Press the SHUFFLE control to start this feature. Random order play willcontinue un...

Seek function The seek function control works in radio, CD and CD changer mode (ifequipped). Seek function in radio mode • Press to find the next listenable station down thefrequency band. • Press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band. Seek function for CD or CD changer (if equip...

Starting autoset memory preset 1. Select a frequency using the AM/FM select controls. 2. Press the AUTO control. 3. When the first six strong stationsare filled, the station stored inmemory preset control 1 will startplaying. If there are less than six strong stations available on the frequency band...

Tune adjust for CD changer • Press to select the previous disc in the CD changer. (Play willbegin on the first track of thedisc unless the CD changer is in shuffle mode.) Refer to Shuffle feature for more information. Hold the control to continue reversing through the disc. • Press to select the nex...

Compression feature (if equipped) Compression adjust brings soft andloud CD passages together for amore consistent listening level. Press the COMP control to activateand deactivate compression adjust. Shuffle feature (if equipped) The shuffle feature operates in CDchanger mode and plays all trackson...

Show • With RDS activated, press theRDS control until SHOW isdisplayed. • Use the SEL control to selectTYPE, NAME or NONE. REAR SEAT CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) The Personal Audio System, allowsfront and middle seat passengers tolisten to different media sources(radio, cassette or CD)simultaneously. Howe...

To activate the Personal AudioSystem, press thespeaker/headphone control. Pressthe MODE control to change audiosources (for headphone mode only).Use the SEEK, VOLUME andMEMORY controls to makeadjustments to the playing media. ADJUSTING THE VOLUME Press the + control to increasevolume. Press the - co...

USING HEADPHONES/PERSONAL AUDIO SYSTEM Plug a 3.5 mm headphone (not included) into the jack. Press the speaker on/off control to operate the headphones. DUAL PLAYilluminates in the radio display and the fade control is disabled. The rear speakers will cut out once the speaker on/off control is press...

SEEK FUNCTION • In radio mode, press to find the next listenable station downthe frequency band. • In radio mode, press to find the next listenable station up thefrequency band. • In tape mode, use the SEEKfunction to access the next or previous selection. • In CD mode (if equipped), usethe SEEK fun...

5. Slide the door to the left to close. Use only compact discs containingthis mark. The magazine does not need to be full for the changer to operate. Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs in the changer. Themagazine may be stored in the glove compartment when not being used. The CD magazine ...

CLEANING COMPACT DISCS Inspect all discs for contamination before playing. If necessary, cleandiscs only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out tothe edge. Do not use circular motion. CD AND CD CHANGER CARE • Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface. • Do n...

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 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. ...

• A/C – Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. It is quieter than MAX A/Cbut not as economical. Airflow will be from the instrument panelregisters. • PANEL – Distributes outside air through the instrument panelregisters. However, the air will not be cooled below the outsidetemperature because the air...

When in AUTOMATIC and weather conditions require heat, air will besent to the floor. However, if the engine is not warm enough to provideheat, the fan will be at a low speed and the air will be directed to thewindshield. In approximately 3 1 ⁄ 2 minutes or less, the fan speed will start to increase ...

temperature in the rear of the vehicle through a second control panelabove the second row, or in the floor console. If your vehicle is equipped withauxiliary A/C controls, they may belocated in the floor console, or located in the overhead console. If your vehicle is equipped with amoon roof and a n...

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear defroster control is locatedon the instrument panel. Press the rear defroster control toclear the rear window of thin iceand fog. • A small LED will illuminate whenthe rear defroster is activated. The ignition must be in the ON position to operate the rear windowdefros...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to thefirst position to turn on the parkinglamps. Rotate to the second positionto also turn on the headlamps. Foglamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control also operatesthe foglamps. The foglamps can beturned on only when the headlampcontrol is in th...

Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of the following interior bulbs frequently: • interior overhead lamp • map lamp For bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualified technician. Map lamps To change the map lamp bulbs: 1. Use a small screwdriver toremove the map lamp lens. 2. To remove the...

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs 1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the OFF position. 2. Open the hood. 3. Remove the screw and lamp assembly from the vehicle. 4. Rotate the bulb socketcounterclockwise and remove fromthe lamp assembly. 5. Carefully pull the bulb out of thesoc...

Replacing foglamp bulbs 1. Remove the bulb socket from thefoglamp by turningcounterclockwise. 2. Disconnect the electricalconnector from the foglamp bulb. 3. Connect the new foglamp bulb to the electrical connector. 4. Install the bulb socket in the foglamp turning clockwise. Replacing running board...

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs The license plate bulbs are locatedbehind the rear bumper. To changethe license plate lamp bulbs: 1. Reach behind the rear bumper tolocate the bulb. 2. Twist the bulb socketcounterclockwise and carefully pullto remove it from the lampassembly. 3. Pull out the old b...

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 at least twice a year or when they seem lesseffective. Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments usedby commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades. Checking the wiper blades If the wiper blades do not wipe properly, cle...

TILT STEERING 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. Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) To turn on the v...

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 secure sunglasses or asimilar object. Installing a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can b...

One-touch moon roof (if equipped) With trip computer Without trip computer • Press and release the rear portion of the moon roof control to open. • Press and hold (as desired) the front portion of the moon roof controlto close. • To halt motion at any point during one-touch opening, press thecontrol...

Trip computer For information on the trip computer, refer to Trip computer this chapter. Electronic compass (if equipped) The compass reading may be affected when you drive near largebuildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antennas.Magnetic or metallic objects placed in, on or near th...

Compass zone adjustment 1. Determine which magnetic zoneyou are in for your geographiclocation by referring to the zonemap. With trip computer 2. Locate the compass modulemounted on the center rear viewmirror post. 3. Turn ignition to the ON position. 4. Press and hold the RESET buttonon top of the ...

Without trip computer 1. Press and hold the SELECTcontrol until VAR appears in thedisplay, then release. The displayshould show the current zonenumber. 2. Press the SELECT control untilthe desired zone number appears.The display will flash and thenreturn to normal operation. Thezone is now updated. ...

Without trip computer 1. Press and hold the SELECTcontrol until CAL appears in thedisplay (approximately eightseconds) and release. 2. Drive the vehicle slowly (lessthan 5 km/h [3 mph]) in circles untilCAL indicator turns off in about 2–3complete circles. 3. The compass is now calibrated. Power quar...

Press the portion of the VENT control to open the power rear quarter windows. Press the portion of the VENT control to close the power rear quarter windows. AUXILIARY POWER POINT Power outlets are designed foraccessory plugs only. Do nothang any type of accessory oraccessory bracket from the plug.Im...

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. One touch down • Press AUTO completely down andrelease quickly. The driver’swindow will open fully. Depressagain t...

Window lock The window lock feature allows onlythe driver to operate the powerwindows. To lock out all the window controlsexcept for the driver’s press the leftside of the control. Press the right side to restore the window controls. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches may be u...

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 position to lock mirrors in place. 4. Adjust spotter mirrors (if equipped) manually. Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors are he...

Signal mirrors (if equipped) When the turn signal is activated,the outer portion of the appropriatemirror housing will blink red. This provides an additional warningto other drivers that your vehicle isabout to turn. Fold-away mirrors Pull the side mirrors in carefullywhen driving through a narrowsp...

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. For RES to operate,the vehicle speed must be fasterthan 48 km/h (30 mph). Indicator light This light comes on when either theSET ACCEL or RES controls arepressed. The vehicle speed must beat ...

If you do not successfully program the HomeLink t Universal Transceiver after repeated attempts, refer to Rolling code programing which follows, or call toll-free customer assistance: 1–800–355–3515 or on theInternet at HomeLink.jci.com. Canadian Programming During programming, your hand-held transm...

After completing the “Programming” functions, follow these steps totrain a garage door opener with the rolling code feature: 1. Locate the training button on the garage door motor head unit. Refer to the garage door opener manual or call 1–800–355–3515 or onthe Internet at HomeLink.jci.com. if there...

2. When the indicator light begins to flash slowly (after 20 seconds),position the hand-held transmitter 5–14 cm (2 to 5 inches) away fromthe HomeLink t surface. 3. Press and hold the hand-held transmitter button. 4. The HomeLink t indicator light will flash, first slowly and then rapidly. When the ...

Mode control Each press of the MODE control willdisplay a different feature as follows: Fuel range. This displays the approximate number of kilometers(miles) left to drive before the fueltank is empty. The indicateddistance to empty may beinaccurate: • with sustained, drastic changes infuel economy ...

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 ...

Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure youin a collision. Rear center console features (if equipped) The rear center console incorporates the following features: • utility compartment • cupholders POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT (IF EQUIPPED) Position the floor mat so that theeyel...

Make sure that the liftgate door and/or window are closed toprevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling out. If you mustdrive with the liftgate door or window open, keep the vents open sooutside air comes into the vehicle. LUGGAGE...

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 ...

REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 ofIndustry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This devicemust accept any interference received, including interference that may...

Locking the doors Press this control to lock all doors.The doors will lock and the lampswill flash. To confirm doors are closed andlocked, press this control a secondtime within three seconds. Thedoor(s) will lock again, the horn willchirp once and the lamps will flash. If any of the doors are open ...

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...

6. Press the unlock control, then press the lock control. The horn willchirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice (one short and one longchirp) if autolock was activated. 7. Turn the ignition to OFF. The horn will chirp once to confirm theprocedure is complete. KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM With the key...

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 one. 3. Press 7/8 control and 9/0 controlat the same time within five secondsof step 2. The system will now only respond to the factory set code. Anti-s...

Activating/deactivating autolock with the keyless entry system Before following the activation ordeactivation procedures, make surethat the anti-theft system (ifequipped) is not armed, ignition isoff, and all vehicle doors and liftgate window are closed. 1. Enter 5 digit entry code 2. Press and hold...

Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 4 (ON) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle. The THEFT light will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. If the THEFT light stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealership or aqu...

SEATING Adjustable head restraints (if equipped) Your vehicle’s seats may be equipped with head restraints which arevertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints is to help limithead motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your headrestraints, lift the head restrain...

Lift handle to move seat forward orbackward. Pull lever up to adjust seatback. 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 seatback handle up torecline the seat. Seating and safety restraints 109

Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectiveness of the seat’ssafety belt in the event of a collision. The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Press to raise or lower the frontportion of the seat cushion. Press to raise or lower the rearportion of the seat cushion. Press ...

REAR SEATS Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle’s seats may be equipped with head restraints which arevertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints is to help limithead motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your headrestraints, lift the head restraint so that i...

3. Press the green control on theseatback to release the closeoutpanel. Rotate the panel to closeoutthe space in the floor. 4. Once the second row seats are inthe down position, the front seatsmay be readjusted. Returning the seat to upright Always latch the vehicle seat to the floor, whether the se...

Reclining the seatback Locate the lever at the bottom ofthe seatback that reads “FOLDFLAT OR RECLINE”. Pull the leverupwards to recline the seatback. Third row seat The third row seat is equipped with combination lap and shoulder beltsin the outboard seating positions and a manual adjust tongue lap ...

2. Before removing the seat, be surethat the detachable anchor tongue isstowed flat into the vehicle floor. 3. Use the black plastic clip (locatedjust above the detachable anchor) tostow the loose seat belt. • Pull the seat release lever locatedon the lower right side of theseatback while pushing th...

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 cause injury during a sudden stop. When reinstalling a rear seat in your vehicle it must be placed inits original position. Improper installation of the seat w...

3rd row tip/stow feature The 3rd row seat has a tip/stow feature to increase cargo space withoutremoving the seat from the vehicle. To put seat in tip/stow position: 1. Pull the seat release lever locatedon the lower right side of theseatback while pushing the seatbackdown into the seat cushion. 2. ...

6. Pull down support bar and pushinto floor latch. To return seat to seating position: 1. Hold seat and pull support bar from floor latch. 2. Rotate support bar up under seat. 3. Rotate floor latch down into floor tub. 4. Lower the seat. When the rear of the seat is 10–13 cm (4–5 in) abovethe rear p...

It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside oroutside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people toride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats andsafety belts. Be sure everyone i...

• Rear seats (if equipped) 2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from thebuckle. • Front seats • Rear seats (if equipped) The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle arecombination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger and rear seatoutboard safety belts...

response to vehicle movement. For example, if the driver brakessuddenly or turns a corner sharply, or the vehicle receives an impact ofapproximately 8 km/h (5 mph) or more, the combination safety belts willlock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers. The safety belt system can ...

• Rear seats (if equipped) 2. Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entire beltis extracted. 3. Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clickingsound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic lockingmode. How to disengage the automatic locking m...

Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retractcompletely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate thevehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. After any vehicle collision, the front passenger outboard seat beltsystem must be checked by a qualified technician to ve...

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...

• 1st row and 3rd row (if equipped) center seating positions The lap belt does not adjust automatically. Insert the tongue into the correctbuckle (the buckle closest to thedirection the tongue is comingfrom). To lengthen the belt, turn thetongue at a right angle to the beltand pull across your lap u...

Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignition switchis turned to the ON position... The safety belt warning lightilluminates 1-2 minutes and thewarning chime sounds 4-8seconds. The driver’s safety belt is buckledwhile the indicator light isilluminat...

One time disable Any time the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during anignition ON cycle, BeltMinder will be disabled for that ignition cycle only. Deactivating/activating the BeltMinder feature Read steps 1 - 9 thoroughly before proceeding with thedeactivation/activation programming proce...

Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety beltassembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Refer to Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts in the Cleaning chapter. AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) Your vehicle is...

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 put anything on or over the air bag module. Placingobjects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causingserious injury. Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bagsupplemental restraint systems or its...

Children and air bags For additional important safetyinformation, read all information onsafety restraints in this guide. Children must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rearseating positions than in the frontseating posit...

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

The RCM (restraints control module) monitors its own internal circuitsand the supplemental air bag electrical system warning (including theimpact sensors, the system wiring, the air bag system readiness light, theair bag back up power and the air bag ignitors). Determining if the system is operation...

Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bagsupplemental restraint system, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an air bag. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should alwayswear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS...

The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean thatsomething is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the forces were notof the type sufficient to cause activation. Side air bags are designed toinflate in side-impact collisions, not roll-over, rear-impact, frontal or near-...

Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles (includingpretensioners) 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...

5. If you have not pulled out enough webbing to reach, allow thewebbing to fully retract before attempting to pull it out again and repeatsteps 2 through 4. 6. Pull the webbing through the child seat toward the buckle whilepushing down with your knee on the child seat. 7. Allow the safety belt to re...

Tether anchorage hardware All second row and one third row seating position have a fabric strapinstalled near the bottom of the rear face of the seatback. These strapshave a loop at the top, and are to be used for child seat tetheranchorages. A tethered seat can be installed in the front passenger s...

STARTING Positions 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 lockin...

Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosedareas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions. If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealerinspe...

Starting the engine Note: Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter. 1. Turn the key to 5 (START)without pressing the acceleratorpedal and release as soon as theengine starts. The key will return to4 (ON). 2. If the tem...

environmental conditions such as cold, heat, moisture, road dust, salt ormud. If a “metal-to-metal,” “continuous grinding” or “continuous squeal”sound is present while braking, the brake linings may be worn-out andshould be inspected by a qualified service technician. Anti-lock brake system (ABS) On...

ABS warning lamp ABS The ABS warning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light does notilluminate momentarily at start up, remains on or continues to flash, theABS needs to be serviced. With the ABS light on, the anti-lockbrak...

The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle.However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be used to stopyour vehicle in an emergency. Since the parking brake applies only therear brakes, the vehicle’s stopping distance will increase greatly and thehandling of your vehi...

Speed sensitive steering The steering in your vehicle is speed sensitive. At high speeds, steeringassist will decrease to improve steering feel. If the amount of effort required to steer your vehicle changes whiledriving at a constant vehicle speed, have the power steering systemchecked by your deal...

The air suspension shut-off switch islocated behind an access panelunderneath the passenger sideinstrument panel. On vehicles equipped withAir Suspension, turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior tojacking, hoisting or towing yourvehicle. Normal vehicle operation does notrequire any action by the dr...

To avoid injury, never run the engine with one wheel off theground, such as when changing a tire. 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 ...

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that preventsthe gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) when the ignition isin the ON position unless brake pedal is depressed. If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P...

Driving with a 4–speed automatic transmission Your vehicle’s automatic transmission is equipped with a special shiftstrategy that insures maximum heater performance during cold weatheroperation. When ambient temperature is –5° C (23° F) or below and the enginecoolant temperature is below 38° C (100°...

R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R(Reverse), the vehicle will movebackward. Always come to acomplete stop before shifting intoand out of R (Reverse). N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in N(Neutral), the vehicle can be startedand is free to roll. Hold the brakepedal down while in this gear....

Each time the vehicle is started, the transmission will automaticallyreturn to normal overdrive mode. Every time the vehicle is shut off and restarted, you must press thetransmission control switch to cancel overdrive operation if driving inoverdrive is not desired. 2 (Second) Use 2 (Second) to star...

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 power can be selecte...

Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily underoff-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers in thesevehicles. Using the Control-Trac system Shifting...

Shifting to A4WD Move the 4WD control back toA4WD at a stop or at speeds up to88 km/h (55 mph). Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicles 4WD vehicles are specially equipped for driving on sand, snow, mud andrough terrain and have operating characteristics that are somewhatdifferent from conv...

• In the event of an emergency stop, avoid skidding the tires and do notattempt any sharp steering wheel movements. • If the vehicle goes from one type of surface to another (i.e., fromconcrete to gravel) there will be a change in the way the vehicleresponds to a maneuver (steering, acceleration or ...

“Tread Lightly” is an educationalprogram designed to increase publicawareness of land-use regulationsand responsibilities in our nationswilderness areas. Ford joins the U.S.Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging youto help preserve our national forest and other public and pr...

Descend a hill in the same gear youwould use to climb up the hill toavoid excessive brake applicationand brake overheating. Do notdescend in neutral, disengageoverdrive or manually shift to alower gear. When descending asteep hill, avoid sudden hardbraking as you could lose control.When you brake ha...

information on the operation of the anti-lock brake system. Never drive with chains on the front tires of 4WD vehicles without alsoputting them on the rear tires. This could cause the rear to slide andswing around during braking. Tires, Replacement Requirements 4WD vehicles are equipped with tires d...

Each day before you drive, checkyour tires. If one looks lower thanthe others, use a tire gauge to checkpressure of all tires, and adjust ifrequired. Check tire pressure with atire gauge every few weeks(including spare). Safe operationrequires tires that are neitherunderinflated nor overloaded. Peri...

determined by subtracting the vehicle curb weight for eachengine/transmission combination, any required option weight for trailertowing and the weight of the driver from the GCWR for the towingvehicle. • Maximum Trailer Weight: Maximum weight of a trailer the loaded vehicle (including occupants and ...

Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks andutility-type vehicles For important information regarding safe operation of this typeof vehicle, see the Preparing to drive your vehicle section in this chapter. Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity, may handledifferently than u...

TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with your vehicle mayrequire the use of a trailer towoption package. Trailer towing puts additional loadson your vehicle’s engine,transmission, axle, brakes, tires, andsuspension. For your safety and tomaximize vehicle performance, besure to use the proper equipmentwhil...

Engine Rear axle ratio Tire size - cm (inches) Maximum GCWR - kg (lbs.) Trailer weight range (0 - maximum) kg (lbs.) 4x2 4.6L 3.31 40.6 (16) 4 990 (11 000) 0-2 676 (0-5 900) 4.6L 3.31 40.6 (17) 4 990 (11 000) 0-2 676 (0-5 900) 5.4L 3.31 40.6 (16) 5 443 (12 000) 0-3 084 (0-6 800) 5.4L 3.55 40.6 (16) ...

If your vehicle is not equipped with the factory heavy duty trailer towoption, auxiliary coolers are recommended for the automatictransmission system if you are planning on: • traveling farther than 80 km (50 miles) • towing in hilly terrain • towing frequently Hitches Do not use hitches that clamp ...

Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes aresafe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’sspecifications. The trailer brakes must meet local and Federalregulations. Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system directly to yourvehicle’s bra...

Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require morefrequent service intervals. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide formore information. Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip toget the feel of the veh...

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist if you should have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Companyoffers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program isseparate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the Basic warranty peri...

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

Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below and to the left of the steering wheel bythe brake pedal. Remove the panel cover to access the fuses. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panelcover. The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Am...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 5 15A Speed Control Module, Reverse Lamp, EVOModule, Climate Mode Switch (FrontBlower Relay), Daytime Running LampRelay, Reverse Sensing System, Autolock,E/C Mirror 6 5A Cluster, Overhead Trip Computer, Compass,Brake Sh...

Power distribution box The power distribution box islocated in the engine compartment.The power distribution box containshigh-current fuses that protect yourvehicle’s main electrical systemsfrom overloads. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high currentfuses. To reduce risk of electrical...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description 401 — Not Used 501 — Powertrain Control Module Diode 502 — A/C Clutch Diode 503 — Not Used 601 30A Delayed Accessory (Power Windows, FlipWindows, Moonroof) 602 — Not Used *Mini fuses **Maxi fuses Relays Relays are located in the ...

Removing the jack handle 1. Open the hood. 2. Unsnap the end of the handle that is retained by the clip on the top ofthe windshield washer bottle. 3. Unsnap the shaft of the handle from the two retaining clips attachedto the top of the radiator shroud. Removing the jack and tools 1. Locate the acces...

Stowing the spare tire 1. Lay the tire on the ground with the outboard side facing up. 2. Install the retainer through thewheel center and slide the wheelunder the vehicle. 3. Turn the spare handle clockwiseuntil the tire is raised to its originalposition underneath the vehicle. Thespare handle ratc...

12. Remove the jack and fullytighten the lug nuts in the ordershown. 13. Put flat tire, jack and lug wrenchaway. Make sure the jack is fastenedso it does not rattle when you drive. 14. Unblock the wheels. 15. Turn on the air suspensionswitch (if equipped). JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around...

4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion beforeyou attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level. 5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electricalsurges. Turn all other accessories off. Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the po...

3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery. 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 ...

3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for anadditional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables. 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 ...

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. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbedequipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has notapproved a ...

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...

THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY) The Dispute Settlement Board is: • an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes • available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Companyvehicles The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. FordMotor...

Board membership The Board consists of: • three consumer representatives • 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 deale...

You will receive a letter of explanation if your application does notqualify for Board review. Oral presentations If you would like to make an oral presentation, indicate YES to question6 on the application. While it is your right to make an oral presentationbefore the Board, this is not a requireme...

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY) In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford andthe dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have beenunsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third partymediation/arbitration program...

FORD MOTOR COMPANYWORLDWIDE DIRECT MARKET OPERATIONS1555 Fairlane DriveFairlane Business Park #3Allen Park, Michigan 48101U.S.A.Telephone: (313) 594-4857FAX: (313) 390-0804 If you are in another foreign country, contact the nearest Forddealership. If the dealership employees cannot help you, they ca...

WASHING THE EXTERIOR OF YOUR VEHICLE Never wash a vehicle that is “hot tothe touch” or during exposure tostrong, direct sunlight. It isrecommended that you wash yourvehicle regularly with cool orlukewarm water and a neutral Phshampoo, such as Detail Wash(ZC-3–A), which is available fromyour authoriz...

REPAIRING PAINT CHIPS Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tarspots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips. Minor scratches or paint damage from road debris may be repaired usingthe Ultra Touch Prep and Finishing Kit (F7AZ-19K507–BA), which isav...

• Never spray a hot engine with cold water, as damage to theengine block or engine components may occur. • Use caution when using a self-serve power washer (1000psi maximumpressure) to clean the engine, as the high-pressure fluid couldpenetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Never apply anythi...

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...

Working with the engine off 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P(Park). 2. Turn off the engine and remove the key. 3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly. Working with the engine on 1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift i...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.6L V8 and 5.4L V8 engines 1. Battery 2. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Engine oil dipstick 5. Power steering fluid reservoir 6. Brake fluid reservoir 7. Power distribution box 8. Air filter assembly 9. Engine coola...

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Washer fluid Check the washer fluid wheneveryou stop for fuel. The reservoir ishighlighted with a symbol. If the level is low, add enough fluidto fill the reservoir. In very coldweather, do not fill the reservoir allthe way. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specificati...

4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level indicator (dipstick). 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain. • If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL...

Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. 2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certifiedengine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler capand use a funnel to pour the engine oil...

that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-upengine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (oranother brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application. BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft ...

Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can causepersonal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery,always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide properventilation. When lifting a plastic-case...

Because your vehicle’s engine is also electronically controlled by acomputer, some control conditions are maintained by power from thebattery. When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed,the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimumdriveability and performanc...

ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at themileage intervals listed in the scheduled maintenance guide. The coolantconcentration should be maintained at 50/50 coolant and water, whichequates to a freeze point of -36° C (-34° F). Coola...

• Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service intervalschedules. • Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter. If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval,the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty. If the rese...

with the factory-filled coolant. Mixing Motorcraft Speciality Orange Engine Coolant or any orange-colored extended life product with yourfactory filled coolant can result in degraded corrosion protection. • A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added, in caseof emergency, to reach a ...

5. Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture (seeabove), to within the “cold fill range” or the “cold full” level on thereservoir. If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system, fill theradiator until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full. 6. Replace the ...

Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this chapter. Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –36° C [–34° F]): • It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentrationabove 50%. • NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60%. • ...

How fail-safe cooling works If the engine begins to overheat: • The engine coolant temperaturegauge will move to the red (hot)area. • The and the symbol will illuminate. • The Service Engine Soon indicator light will illuminate. If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the enginewi...

5. Restart the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problemincreases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to aservice facility as soon as possible. WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do no...

Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materialsand any open flames beforefueling your vehicle. • Always turn off the vehicle beforefueling. • Automotive fuels can be harmfulor fatal if swallowed. Fuel such asgasoline is highly toxic and ifswallowed ...

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...

more pronounced. If the problems persist, see your dealer or a qualifiedservice technician. It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fueltank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octanerating. Aftermarket products could cause damage to the fuel system...

• Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing thesame direction each time you fill up. • Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time. Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent. Calculating fuel economy 1. Fill the fuel tank completel...

• Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy. • Slow down gradually. • Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at 88 km/h [55 mph] uses 15%less fuel than traveling at 105 km/h [65 mph]). • Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy. • Using the air conditioner or defr...

• Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first12–16 km (8–10 miles) of driving. • Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared todriving on hilly terrain. • Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the topcruise gear and with steady pressu...

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

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 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 the transmi...

operating temperature can be reached after approximately 30 km (20miles) of driving. You can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature isabove 10°C (50°F). However, if fluid is added at this time, an overfillcondition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operatingtemperature...

DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that requirelubrication. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for maintenanceintervals. If the original universal joints are replaced with universal jointsequipped with grease fittings, lubrication will al...

3. Remove the air filter elementfrom the air filter housing. 4. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filterelement edges between the air filter housing and cover. This could causefilter damage and allow unmetered air to enter the engine if not properlyseated. 5. Replace the ...

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 (3miles). • Adjust tire pressure to recommended specifications found on theCe...

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 size, speedrating, and...

Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Engine coolant 3 MotorcraftPremium EngineCoolant(green-colored)or MotorcraftPremium GoldEngine Coolant(yellow-colored) 4.6L V8 enginewith 1 rowradiator 20.5 L(21.7 quarts) 4.6L V8 enginewith 2 rowradiator 21.8L(23.0 quarts) 5.4L V8 enginewith 1 rowradiator 22...

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford partname Ford partnumber Fordspecification Hinges, latches,striker platesand rotors, seattracks, fuel fillerdoor hinge andspring Multi-PurposeGrease DOAZ-19584-AAorF5AZ-19G209-AA ESB-M1C93-B orESR-M1C159-A Lock cylinders,swing-awayspare tire carrierpadlock Penetrat...

Item Ford partname Ford partnumber Fordspecification 4x4 front wheelbearings, 4x4spindle needlebearings, spindlethrust bearings& front driveaxle u-joint/slipspline HighTemperature4x4 Front Axle& Wheel BearingGrease E8TZ-19590-A ESA-M1C198-A Automatictransmission(4R100) 1 MotorcraftMERCON t A...

Some transmission fluids may be labeled as dual usage, such asMERCON t and MERCON t V. These dual usage fluids are not to be used in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCON t type fluid. However, these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions thatrequire the MERCON t V type f...

VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle dimensions 4x2 mm (in) 4x4 mm (in) (1) Overall length 5 196.0(204.6) 5 196.0(204.6) (2) Vehicle width 2 000.0(78.7) 1 2 000.0(78.7) 1 *width includingmirrors 2 293(90.3) 2 293(90.3) *with optionalrunning boards 2 071(81.5) 2 071(81.5) (3) Overall height 2 1 943.0(76.5) 1 9...

FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for your vehiclethrough your local authorized Ford, Lincoln, Mercury or Ford of Canadadealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfillyour automotive needs; they are custom desi...

A Accessory delay ..........................80 Air bag supplementalrestraint system ........132–133, 137 and child safety seats ............135description ......................133, 137disposal ....................................140driver air bag ..................135, 138indicator light .............

E Emergencies, roadside jump-starting ..........................202 Emission control system ..........248 Engine ................................265–266 check engine/service engine soon light .........10cleaning ...................................219coolant .....................................234fa...

headlamps, flash to pass ..........60instrument panel, dimming .....60interior lamps ...............61–62, 64replacing bulbs .......62, 64, 66–68 Lane change indicator(see Turn signal) ........................61 Liftgate ........................................93 Lights, warning and indicator ....10...

wrecker ....................................207 Traction-lok rear axle ...............159 Transmission .............................161 fluid, checking and adding(automatic) .............................252fluid, refill capacities ..............260lubricant specifications ..263, 265 Trip odometer .....