Ford 2003 Expedition v.1- 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...

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no particular guidelines for breaking-in your vehicle. Duringthe first 1,600 km (1,000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently. This isrecommended to give the moving parts a chance to break in. SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty in...

Using your vehicle with a snowplow Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing. Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate thanother types of vehicles. Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Guide carefully.Your...

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...

Speed control Illuminates when the speed controlis activated. Oil pressure/Engine coolant Illuminates when the engine coolanttemperature is above the normalrange or the engine oil pressure isoutside normal range. Check theengine oil and coolant level refer to Adding engine oil and Adding coolant in ...

O/D off Illuminates when the overdrivefunction has been turned OFF usingthe Transmission Control Switch(TCS) on the gearshift. If the lightdoes not come on or the light flashes steadily, have your vehicle servicedas soon as possible, damage to the transmission could occur. Four wheel drive low (if e...

Key-in-ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition and the driver’s door isopened. Door ajar warning chime Sounds when any door or liftgate is opened (or not fully closed). GAUGES Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of theengine coolant. At normal operat...

This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not thecoolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indicationwill not be accurate. If the gauge enters the red section, the oilpressure/engine coolant and Check Engine/Service Engine Soon indicators illuminate, refer ...

Fuel gauge Displays approximately how muchfuel is in the fuel tank. The fuelgauge may vary slightly when thevehicle is in motion or on a grade. When refueling the vehicle fromempty indication, the amount of fuelthat can be added will be less thanthe advertised capacity due to thereserve fuel. If the...

Trip odometer Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. • Standard instrument cluster Press and release theSELECT/RESET button to togglebetween the odometer and tripodometer display. Press and holdthe button to reset. • Optional instrument cluster Press and release the TRIP/RESETbutto...

PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audiosystem on or off. Turn control to raise or lowervolume. Audio power can also be turned onby pressing the AM/FM selectcontrol or the TAPE/CD selectcontrol. If the volume is set above a certain level and th...

Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows youto increase or decrease the audiosystem’s treble output. Press the TREB control then press: • to decrease the treble output and • to increase the treble output. Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjustedbetween the front and rearspeakers. Pres...

Seek function in CD mode • Press to seek to the previous track of the current disc. If aselection has been playing forthree seconds or more and you press , the audio system will replay that selection from the beginning. • Press to seek forward to the next track of the current disc. After the last tr...

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...

These stations are temporarily stored in the memory preset controls(until deactivated) and are accessed in the same manner as your originalpresets. To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system’s manually setmemory stations, press the AUTO control again. Setting the clock To set the hour, pr...

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 the control to move through thefrequencies quickly. • Press to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or...

Fast forward The fast forward control works intape and CD modes. • In the tape mode, tape directionwill automatically reverse whenthe end of the tape is reached. • In CD mode, pressing the control fast forwards the CD within thecurrent track. Tape direction select Press to play the alternate side of...

Compression adjust Compression adjust brings soft andloud CD passages together for amore consistent listening level. Press the COMP control to activateand deactivate compression adjust. Shuffle feature The shuffle feature operates in CDmode and plays all tracks on thecurrent disc in random order. Pr...

PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD (LATEAVAILABILITY) 1. Tape eject control 2. CD eject control 3. Bass/treble control 4. Balance/fade control 5. Compression (preset 5) / shufflecontrol (preset 6) 6. Select control 7. Side direction (preset 3) / Dolbycontrol (preset 4) 8. Rewind (preset 1) / fa...

AM/FM select in CD mode Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play. 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 thefr...

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...

• Use the SEL control to select theprogram type. With the featureon, use the SEEK or SCANcontrol to find the desiredprogram type from the followingselections: • Classic • Country • Info • Jazz • Oldies • R & B • Religious • Rock • Soft • Top 40 Show • With RDS activated, press theRDS control unt...

AUDIOPHILE AM/FM STEREO IN DASH SIX CD RADIO Entertainment Systems 37

PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO IN DASH SIX CD RADIO 1. Seek control 2. Rewind/fast forward control 3. DSP (Digital Signal Processing)— Audiophile system / COMP(Compression) — Premium System4. Phone/Mute control5. Eject control6. Bass / Treble control7. Select control8. Balance/Fade control9. Menu control 10. ...

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 stoppedlast. If an alternative CD is desired, press the corresponding preset control(1–6) of a load...

Press and hold the FF control until the desired selection is reached. Ifthe end of the disc is reached, the CD will return to the first track.Release the control to disengage fast forward mode. When in fast forward mode, your audio system will automatically lowerthe volume level of the playing media...

CD 2, press the EJ control and then press the preset 2 control. If you donot choose a specific CD, the player will eject the current CD. If a CD is ejected and not removed from the door of the CD player, theplayer will automatically reload the CD. This feature may be used whenthe ignition is ON or O...

Traffic announcements This feature allows you to heartraffic announcements. When in thismode, traffic announcements willinterrupt radio and CD play. When in FM mode and RDS isactivated, press the MENU until TRAFFIC OFF displays. Press the SELcontrol to engage the feature. The display will read TRAFF...

With RDS activated, press theMENU control until SHOW isdisplayed. Use the SEL control to select TYPE(displays the RDS program type:rock, jazz, etc), NAME (displays the name of the radio station) or NONE(deactivates the RDS display). Digital signal processing (Audiophile only) The digital signal proc...

Mute mode Press the control to mute theplaying media. Press the controlagain to return to the playing media. Note: If your vehicle is equipped with Reverse Sensing System, the audio volume, (if set above a certain level), will be lowered to a presetvalue when the Reverse Sensing System tone is sound...

To activate Dual Play mode (rearseat passengers listen to a differentplaying media than the front seatpassengers): • Press the speaker/headphonecontrol. • Press the MODE control tochange audio sources (forheadphone mode only) • Use the SEEK, VOLUME andMEMORY controls to make adjustments to the playi...

MEMORY PRESET CONTROL Push the MEMORY controlsuccessively to allow rear seatpassengers to scroll through the 6memory presets in AM, FM1 orFM2. Push the MEMORY control in CDmode (if equipped) to advance tothe next disc. SEEK FUNCTION • In radio mode, press to find the next listenable station downthe ...

TROUBLESHOOTING THE CD PLAYER / CHANGER (IF EQUIPPED) If sound skips: • You may be traveling on a rough road, playing badly scratched discs orthe disc may be dirty. Skipping will not scratch the discs or damagethe player. If your changer/player does not work, it may be that: • The disc is inserted w...

The audio system automatically switches to single channel reception if itwill improve the reception of a station normally received in stereo. AUDIO SYSTEM WARRANTIES AND SERVICE Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or a qualified...

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. MENU control Press to bring up the disc menu. 6. AUX cont...

• 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 ...

In stop mode, press to change to rear seat mode (i.e. AM, FM, CD . . . ) 8. VOLUME control Press to increase (+) or decrease (-) volume level. Battery replacement Batteries are supplied with theremote control unit. Since allbatteries have a limited shelf life,replace them when the unit fails tocontr...

Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) flip-down screen The screen rotates down to view and up into housing to store when notin use. Be sure the screen is latched into the housing when being stored. 1. 7.0” (diagonal) active matrix liquid crystal display (LCD) screen. 2. Screen housing. 3. Dimmer switch. Togg...

Rear Seat Entertainment DVD System protection circuits High temperature sensor circuit • Excessively high temperatures may cause damage to the DVD player. • When the temperature of the DVD player becomes too hot, the hightemperature sensor circuit stops machine operation. DVD/CD willilluminate in th...

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 expose the liquid crystal display (LCD) flip-down screento direct sunlight or intensive ultraviolet rays for extensiveperiods of time. Ultraviolet rays deteriorate the liquid crystal. Be sure to review User Manuals for video games and video gameequipment when used as auxiliary inputs for your...

• high humidity. • a dusty environment. • locations where strong magnetic fields are generated. Temperature extremes When the vehicle is parked under direct sunlight or in an extremely coldplace for a long period of time, wait until the cabin temperature of thevehicle is at normal temperature before...

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 1. Temperature control 2. Mode selector control 3. A/C control 4. Rear defrost control 5. Fan speed control Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulatedin the vehicle. 4 3 2 1 Climate Controls 69

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 A/C compressor will onlyfunction if the outside temperatureis above approximately 2°C (35°F) • MAX A/C – Distributes recirc...

• (Floor & Defrost) – Distributes outside air through the floor ducts, windshield defroster ducts and the side window demisters.However, the A/C indicator will not be lit. The air distributed throughthe floor ducts will be slightly warmer than that sent to the windshielddefroster ducts and the s...

Recirculation control Used to manually enable or disablethe operation of recirculated air inall modes except Defrost. When theair conditioning is operating,recirculated air helps to reduce theamount of time required to cool theinside of the vehicle. Recirculatedair will reduce undesirable odorsfrom ...

Manual override controls The manual override controls allow you to determine where airflow isdirected. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO. The A/C compressor will only function if the outside temperature isabove approximately 2°C (35°F). • OFF - Outside air is shut out and the fan will ...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to thefirst position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate to the secondposition to turn on the headlamps. Foglamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control also operatesthe foglamps. The foglamps can beturned on when the headlamp control is in the , or p...

Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the foglamps on at full intensity output. To activate: • the ignition must be in the ON position and • the headlamp control must be in the OFF or Parking lamps position. Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or duringinclement weather. The ...

5. Locate the vertical adjuster oneach headlamp, then use a 10 mmsocket/wrench to turn the adjustereither counterclockwise (to adjustdown) or clockwise (to adjust up)aligning the upper edge of the lightpattern up to the horizontal line. 6. HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOTREQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLEAND IS NON-ADJ...

Front row dome lamp/ map light (if equipped) The dome lamp lights when: • any door is opened, • the instrument panel dimmerswitch is rotated up until thecourtesy lamps come on, and • any of the remote entry controlsare pressed and the ignition isOFF. The map lights are activated by pressing the cont...

Replacing the interior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. Map lamps To change the map lamp bulbs: 1. Use a small screwdriver toremove the map lamp lens. 2. To remove the old bulb, twist 1 ⁄ 4 turn and pull it out. 3. Twist in a new bulb. 4. Align and press the map lamplens back on an...

5. Rotate the bulb socketcounterclockwise and remove fromthe lamp assembly. 6. Carefully pull the bulb out of thesocket and push in the new bulb. 7. Install the bulb socket into thelamp assembly and rotate clockwise. 8. Replace the lamp assembly andinstall all three retainer bolts on thelamp assembl...

Replacing foglamp bulbs Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out ofchildren’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb tobreak the next time the headlamps are operated. 1. Remove the bulb socket from thefoglam...

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...

Speed dependent wipers When the windshield wiper control is set on the intermittent settings,speed-sensitive front wipers automatically adjust as the vehicle’s speedchanges. Windshield wiper blades Check the wiper blades for wear at least twice a year or when they seemless effective. Substances such...

Changing rear window wiper blade The rear wiper arm is designed without a service position. This reducesthe risk of damage to the blade in an automatic car wash. To replace the wiper blade: 1. Lift and hold the wiper blade offthe glass. 2. Press the release tab to unlockwiper blade from wiper arm. 3...

The conversation mirror on thecover allows the driver to view therear seating area. This does not replace therear view mirror. One-touch moon roof(if equipped) To open the moon roof: • Press and release the bottomportion of the moon roof controlto open. • Press and hold (as desired) thetop portion o...

Power quarter rear windows (if equipped) • Without a moon roof • With a moon roof 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...

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 the bottom portion of therocker switch completely downand release quickly. The driver’swind...

Signal mirrors (if equipped) When the turn signal is activated,the lower portion of the mirrorhousing will blink. 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 narrowspace, like an aut...

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...

To set a lower set speed • Press and hold COAST/CST −.Release the control when thedesired speed is reached or • Press and release COAST/CST −to operate the Tap-Downfunction. Each press will decreasethe set speed by 1.6 km/h (1mph) or • Depress the brake pedal. Whenthe desired vehicle speed isreached...

Audio control features Press to select: • AM, FM1, FM2, • CD, or • DVD (if equipped). In AM, FM1, or FM2 mode: • Press MEM to select presetstations within the selected radioband. In CD mode: • Press MEM to select the nextselection on the CD. In any mode: • Press VOL + or − to adjustvolume. Driver Co...

Retain the original transmitter for use in other vehicles as well as forfuture programming procedures (i.e. new HomeLink 威 equipped vehicle purchase). It is also suggested that upon the sale of the vehicle, theprogrammed Homelink 威 Universal Transceiver buttons be erased for security purposes, refer...

5. Press and hold the just-trained HomeLink 威 button and observe the red light. If the light is a constant red, programming is complete and yourdevice should activate when the HomeLink 威 button is pressed and released. Note: To program the remaining two HomeLink 威 buttons, begin with step 2 in the “...

• Continue to press and hold the HomeLink 威 button (note step 3 in the “Programming” section) while you press and release — every two seconds (“cycle”) your hand-held transmitter until the frequency signal has been accepted by the HomeLink 威 . The red indicator light will flash slowly and then rapid...

2. The red indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Withoutreleasing the HomeLink 威 button, follow step 2 in the “Programming” section. For questions or comments, contact HomeLink 威 at www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515. ELECTRONIC COMPASS/TEMPERATURE DISPLAY (IF EQUIPPED) Outside air t...

Compass zone adjustment 1. Determine which magnetic zoneyou are in for your geographiclocation by referring to the zone map. 2. Turn ignition to the ON position. 3. Start the engine. 4. Press the TRIP/RESET button(near your odometer display), holdfor six seconds and release. You willsee that ZONE ap...

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

2. Press the RESET control to turnthe autolamp delay ON or OFF. Reverse Sensing System (if equipped) This feature sounds a warning tone to warn the driver of obstacles nearthe rear bumper, and functions only when R (Reverse) gear is selected. 1. To disable/enable the reversesensing system feature, s...

This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist withinthe vehicle. Warning display Status Check backup aid (if equipped) Warning displays when R(reverse) gear is selected. PRNDL error no backup aid (if equipped) AdvTrac ON (if equipped) Displays for 4 seconds AdvTrac OFF (if equipp...

Contact your dealer as soon as possible if these messages occur on aregular basis. 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 overd...

CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The center console offers several useful storage features. These include: 1. Pen holder 2. Tissue holder 3. Cassette/CD organizer slots 4. Large utility compartment 5. PalmPilot 娂 /PDA holder 6. Cupholders 7. Coin holder slots 8. Small utility compartment 9. Two Power po...

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT (IF EQUIPPED) Position the floor mat so that theeyelet is over the pointed end of theretention post and rotate forward tolock in. Make sure that the mat doesnot interfere with the operation ofthe accelerator or the brake pedal.To remove the floor mat, reverse theinstalla...

LUGGAGE RACK The rear cross-bar can be adjusted to fit the item being carried. Thefront cross-bar does not move. To adjust the luggage rack, push theadjustment lever forward (towardthe front of the vehicle), then slidethe cross-bar forward and lock theadjusting levers by pushing themdown (toward the...

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

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...

Programming remote transmitters It is necessary to have all (maximum of four — original and/or new) of your remote transmitters available prior to beginning this procedure. To program the transmitters yourself: • Unlock all the doors. • Insert a key in the ignition andturn from 1 (OFF) to 3 (ON) and...

Smart unlocking feature The smart unlocking feature prevents you from locking yourself out ofthe vehicle by unlocking the doors if the key is in the ignition and thedriver’s door is open/ajar when the vehicle doors were locked using thepower lock/unlock control. The smart unlocking feature operates ...

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. The autolock feature may also be ...

Unlocking the doors with the keyless entry system To unlock the driver door, entereither the factory set code or thepersonal code (each digit must bepressed within five seconds of theprior digit). The interior lamps willalso illuminate. To unlock all doors, enter thefactory set code or personal code...

The SecuriLock 娂 passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems mayresult in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. THEFT INDICATOR The theft indicator is located on top of the instrument panel. • When the igniti...

• A second key on the same key ring as the coded key If any of these items are present, you need to keep these objects fromtouching the coded key while starting the engine. These objects and devices cannot damage the coded key, but can cause a momentary “no start” condition if they are too close to ...

SEATING Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk ofinjuring people in a collision or sudden stop. Lift handle to move seat forward orbackward. Seat recliner Alway...

• There is a filter located underboth front seats. • It can be accessed from thesecond row seat. Move the frontseat all the way forward and upto ease access. To remove climate controlled seatair filter: • Remove key from ignition. • Push on the outside rigid edge ofthe air filter at the center andro...

To install climate controlled seat air filter: • First, position the filter in it’shousing making sure that the farforward end is all the way up inthe housing. Then push in on thecenter of the outside edge of thefilter and rotate up into thehousing until it clips into position. REAR SEATS Second row...

3. To return the seat to a seatingposition, push down on the seatuntil the seat is latched to the floor. 4. Lift the seatback to the upright position. 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. Fol...

3. Locate the latch strap at the frontof the seat and pull to release theseat into a kneel down load floorposition. A moderate force may berequired to move the seat forwardand down. Once the second row seats are inthe down position, the front seatsmay be readjusted. Returning to the upright position...

3. To return the seat to the uprightposition, lift the seatback until thelatch is fully engaged. Adjusting the second row 20% seat (if equipped) Lift the handle to move the seatforward or backward. Note: This seat can be moved forward to keep a child in a childrestraint close to the front seat occup...

Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Third row seats Ensure that no objects such as books, purses or briefcases are on thefloor in front of the third row seats or on the seat cushion befo...

Push the bottom portion of thecontrol button to lower the desiredseatback. Push the top of the control buttonto return the seatback to its originalposition. The power folding seats are designed to stall within 1–10 secondsof encountering an obstruction when opening or closing. Shouldthis occur, remo...

The head restraints can be movedup and down. Push control to lower head restraint. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System The Personal Safety System provides an improved overall level of frontalcrash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to help furtherreduce the risk of air bag-relat...

• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeatperiodically until the problem and warning light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the PersonalSafety System serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technicianimmediately. Unless serviced, ...

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the backseat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest tothe direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel itl...

The front outboard, rear outboard, and second and third row centersafety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts.The front center safety restraint (if equipped) is a manually-adjustablelap belt. All of the passenger lap and shoulder belts have two types oflocking modes descr...

2. Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entire beltis pulled out. 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 mode Unbuckle the combinati...

The safety belt pretensioner removes some slack from the safety beltsystem at the start of a crash. The safety belt pretensioner uses thesame crash sensor system as the front airbags and Safety Canopy 娂 system. When the safety belt pretensioner deploys, the lap and shoulderbelt are tightened.When th...

First row center lap belt (if equipped) Adjusting the lap belt The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around thehips, not across the waist. The lap belt does not adjust automatically. Insert the tongue into the correctbuckle (the buckle closest to thedirection the tongue is comingfrom...

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...

3. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times, ending with thesafety belt unbuckled. This can be done before or during BeltMinder 娂 warning activation. 4. Turn on the parklamps/headlamps, turn off the parklamps/headlamps. 5. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times, ending with thesafe...

Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they workproperly and are not damaged. Inspect the safety belts to make surethere are no nicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary. All safety beltassemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckleassem...

Important SRS precautions The SRS is designed to work withthe safety belt to help protect thedriver and right front passengerfrom certain upper body injuries. Airbags DO NOT inflate slowly; there isa risk of injury from a deploying airbag. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should a...

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. Modifying or adding equipment to the front...

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...

Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do nottouch them after inflation. If the air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in acollision. The SRS ...

Safety Canopy 姟 system (if equipped) Do not place objects ormount equipment on or near the headliner at the siderailthat may come into contact with adeploying Safety Canopy 娂 . Failure to follow these instructions mayincrease the risk of personal injuryin the event of a collision. Do not lean your h...

How does the Safety Canopy 姟 system work? The design and development of theSafety Canopy 娂 system included recommended testing proceduresthat were developed by a group ofautomotive safety experts known asthe Side Air Bag Technical WorkingGroup. These recommended testingprocedures help reduce the ris...

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

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. Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant orchild restraint you might use. Children and safety belts If the child is the pro...

When children should use booster seats Children need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow thetoddler seat until they are big enough for the vehicle seat andlap/shoulder belt to fit properly. Generally this is when they weigh about80 lbs (about 8 to 12 years old). Booster seats should be u...

• Those with a high back. If, with a backless booster seat,you cannot find a seating positionthat adequately supports yourchild’s head, a high back boosterseat would be a better choice. Both can be used in any vehicle in a seating position equipped withlap/shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lbs...

SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of thechild. Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions with thesafety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use thesafety seat properly, the ...

• The second row center seat can be moved forward to keep a child in achild restraint close to the front seat occupants. The seat should bemoved to the full rearward position when it is occupied by olderchildren or adults. Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strapand L...

Installing child safety seats in the center front seating position Always transport children 12 years old and under in the rearseats and always properly use appropriate child restraints. It is safer to install child safety seats in seating positions thathave child seat anchors. The front seat has no...

• Second row bench seat • Second row bucket seats Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor asshown. The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor. Second row seating positions 1. Position the child safety seat on the seat cushi...

6. Rotate the tether strap clip. 7. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to themanufacturer’s instructions. Third row seating position 1. Position the child safety seat on the center of the seat cushion. 2. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. 3. Locate...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. OFF/LOCK, locks the steeringwheel, automatic transmissiongearshift lever and allows keyremoval. 2. ACCESSORY, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. 3. ON, all electrical circuitsoperational. Warning lightsil...

5. Turn the key to 3 (ON) withoutturning the key to 4 (START). Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If alight fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the light may not illuminate. Starting the engine Note: Whenever yo...

3. If the temperature is below -12° C (10° F) and the engine does notstart in 15 seconds on the first try, turn the key OFF and wait 10seconds and try again. If the engine does not start in two attempts, pressthe accelerator pedal all the way to floor and hold. Turn the key toSTART position. 4. When...

BRAKES Your service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the scheduledmaintenance guide for scheduled maintenance. Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not indicate aperformance concern with the vehicle’s brake system. In normaloperation, automotive brake systems may emit occasional or int...

• The anti-lock system does not always reduce stopping distance.Always leave enough room between your vehicle and the vehicle infront of you to stop. • We recommend that you familiarize yourself with this brakingtechnique. However, avoid taking any unnecessary risks. ABS warning lamp ABS The ABS war...

The BRAKE warning lamp in theinstrument cluster illuminates andremains illuminated (when theignition is turned ON) until theparking brake is released. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that thegearshift is securely latched in P (Park). The parking brake is not recommended to stop a mo...

If the steering wanders or pulls, the condition could be caused by any ofthe following: • Underinflated tire(s) on any wheel(s) • Uneven vehicle loading • High crown in center of road • High crosswinds • Wheels out of alignment • Loose or worn suspension components Speed sensitive steering Your vehi...

Your vehicle has special design and equipment features to make itcapable of performing in a wide variety of circumstances. These specialdesign features, such as larger tires and increased ground clearance, givethe vehicle a higher center of gravity than a passenger car. Vehicles with a higher center...

The AdvanceTrac 娂 button allows the driver to control the availabilityof the AdvanceTrac 娂 system. AdvanceTrac 娂 system status is indicated by a warning indicatorlight with a “sliding car” icon in the instrument cluster that will flashwhen the system is active and an indicator light in the control b...

Do not alter or modify your vehicle’s suspension or steering; theresulting changes to the vehicle’s handling can adversely affectthe AdvanceTrac 娂 system. Also, do not install a stereo loudspeaker near the front center console or under either frontseat. The speaker vibrations can adversely affect th...

3. Locate the round access plug onthe underside of the steeringcolumn cover. 4. Remove the access plug using a flat-head screwdriver, then insert yourfinger and pull the override button toward you. With the button pulledtoward you, apply the brake pedal and shift the transmission into N(Neutral). 5....

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. (Overdrive) The normal driving position for thebest fuel economy. Transmissionoperates in gears one through four. (Overdrive) can be deactivated by pressing...

2 (Second) Use 2 (Second) to start-up onslippery roads or to provideadditional engine braking ondowngrades. 1 (First) Use 1 (Low) to provide maximumengine braking on steepdowngrades. Upshifts can be madeby shifting to 2 (Second) or to (Overdrive). Selecting 1 (Low) at higher speeds causes the transm...

Always keep the sensors (located on the rear bumper/fascia) freefrom dirt, snow and ice (do not clean the sensors with sharpobjects). These elements may cause the system to operateinaccurately. If the vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leavingit misaligned or bent, the sensing zone m...

• 4X4 LOW – momentarily illuminates when the vehicle isstarted. Illuminates when 4L isselected. Positions of the Control Trac system The Control Trac system functionsin four modes: • 2H (2WD HIGH) delivers power to the rear wheels only. This isappropriate for normal on-roaddriving on dry pavement. •...

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. Note: The Control Trac selector knob s...

Shifting from 2H, A4WD or 4H to 4L 1. Bring the vehicle to a stop andkeep the brake pedal depressed. 2. Place the gearshift in N (Neutral). 3. Move the control to the 4Lposition. Note: Some noise may be heard as the system shifts or engages. Shifting from 4L to 4H, A4WD or 2H 1. Bring the vehicle to...

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. If the ignition system gets wet, thevehicle may stall. Once thro...

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

front door latch post pillar (a label may also be found on the fuel capfiller door). Failure to follow tire pressure recommendations canadversely affect the way your vehicle handles. Do not exceed the FordMotor Company recommended pressure even if it is less than themaximum pressure allowed for the ...

• Maximum Trailer Weight Rating: Maximum weight of a trailer the vehicle is permitted to tow. The maximum trailer weight rating isdetermined by subtracting the vehicle curb weight for eachengine/transmission combination, any required option weight for trailertowing and the weight of the driver from ...

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...

• Thoroughly prepare your vehicle for towing. Refer to Preparing to tow in this chapter. • Use extra caution when driving while trailer towing. Refer to Driving while you tow in this chapter. • Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer. Refer to thesevere duty schedule in the schedul...

Load equalizing hitch When hooking up a trailer using a load equalizing hitch, always use thefollowing procedure: 1. Park the unloaded vehicle on a level surface. With the ignition in theON position, apply the brake and place the gearshift lever in(Overdrive) for 10 seconds, then return the gearshif...

Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure yourtrailer lamps conform to local and Federal regulations. See your dealer ortrailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hookingup trailer lamps. Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • Turn off th...

Launching or retrieving a boat Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailerinto the water. Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after thetrailer is removed from the water. When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval: • do not allow the static water level to rise abo...

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...

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 switch bypushing in on the reset button. 4. Turn the ignition to the ON position. Pause for a...

COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 25A Natural Natural — — — 30A Green Green Green Pink Pink 40A — — Orange Green Green 50A — — Red Red Red 60A — — Blue — Yellow 70A — — Tan — Brown 80A — — Natural — Black Passenger compartment fuse panel ...

The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 1 10A* Front wiper motor, Instrument cluster,Rear wiper motor, Tire PressureMonitoring System (TPMS) 2 20A* Turn signal flasher, Stoplamp switch,Hazard flasher, IVD (AdvanceTrac)stoplamps...

Location of the spare tire and tools The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the followinglocations: Item Location Spare tire Under the vehicle, just forward ofthe rear bumper Jack tools and jacking instructions Under the access panel located in the floor compartment behind therear s...

7. To remove the spare tire, turn the handle counterclockwise until thetire is lowered to the ground and the cable is slightly slack. 8. Slide the retainer through the center of the spare tire wheel. Tire change procedure To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire, besure the parking ...

4. Use the tip of the jack handle toremove any wheel trim. Loosen eachwheel lug nut one-half turncounterclockwise but do not removethem until the wheel is raised offthe ground. 5. Position the jack according to thejack locator arrows found on theframe and turn the jack handle andextension tool assem...

Stowing the spare tire 1. Lay the tire on the ground, near the rear of the vehicle, with the valvestem side facing up. 2. Install the retainer through thewheel center. 3. Using the jack handle and winchextension tools, turn the jack handleclockwise until the tire winch“overrides.” Note: The wrench w...

Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, thetransmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the transmissionmay have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is considered normal andwill not affect function or durability of the transmission. Ov...

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to the jumpstarting stud located in the rear of the engine compartment, near thebattery. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-)termin...

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. 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. FordMot...

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...

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 requirement and the Board will decide thecase whether or not an oral presentation is made. An oral prese...

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADAONLY) 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...

If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living inCentral or South America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact thenearest Ford dealership. If the dealership cannot help you, write or call: FORD MOTOR COMPANYWORLDWIDE DIRECT MARKET OPERATIONS1555 Fairlane DriveFairlane Busi...

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...

PAINT CHIPS Your dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your vehicle’s color.Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’s door jam) toyour dealer to ensure you get the correct color. • Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tarspots, road salt and in...

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 wiper blades may be the cause. Thesemay include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, treesap, or other o...

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 on 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom of...

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

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification ESR-M17P5–A.Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. State or local regulations on volatile organic c...

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. • If the oil level is below the MINmark, add enough...

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 into the opening. 3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above theMAX mark on the eng...

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 ...

3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature. 4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 6. With your foot on the brake pedal and with the A/C on, put thevehicle in D (Drive) and allow the engine to...

60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly. A 50–50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • Freeze protection down to -36° C (-34° F). • Boiling protection up to 129° C (265° F). • Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. • Enables calibrated gauges t...

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

• Do not use alcohol, methanol, brine or any engine coolantsmixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant). Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating orfreezing. • Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant. These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion...

Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolantreservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. Ifnecessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant anddistilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level. If you have to add more than 1.0 lite...

• Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure thecoolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequatefreeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in thewinter months. If you drive in extremely hot climates: • It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentrationabo...

When this occurs the vehicle will still operate. However: • The engine power will be limited. • The air conditioning system will be disabled. Continued operation will increase the engine temperature: • The engine will completely shut down. • Steering and braking effort will increase. Once the engine...

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

Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hesitation driveabilityproblems during a cold start, try a different brand of gasoline. If theproblems persist, see your dealer or a qualified service technician. It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fueltank ...

• 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 completely and record the initial odometer reading(in kilometers or miles). 2. Each time you fill the tank, record ...

• Four-wheel-drive operation (if equipped) is less fuel efficient thantwo-wheel-drive operation. • Close windows for high speed driving. EPA window sticker Every new vehicle should have the EPA window sticker. Contact yourdealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your vehicle. The EPAwindow ...

Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentiallylethal fumes into the passenger compartment. Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. Bylaw, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services,sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehic...

2. Visually inspect the fluid level. 3. If necessary, add brake fluid froma clean un-opened container untilthe level reaches MAX. Do not fillabove this line. 4. Use only a DOT 3 brake fluidcertified to meet Ford specification ESA-M6C25–A. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. Brake flui...

High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe rangemay result in transmission failure.An overfill condition of transmissionfluid may cause shift and/orengagement concerns and/or possible damage. High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition. Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels...

Changing the air filter element 1. Loosen the clamp that securesthe air inlet tube to the engine airfilter cover and disconnect the tubefrom the cover. 2. Loosen the clamp that securesthe air filter cover to the air filterhousing and carefully separate thecover from housing. 3. Remove the air filter...

The traction grade assigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics. Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing thetire’s resistance to the gene...

Tire rotation Because your vehicle’s tires perform different jobs, they often weardifferently. To make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer, rotatethem as indicated in the scheduled maintenance guide. If you notice thatthe tires wear unevenly, have them checked. • Four tire rotation Replacing...

Changing tires with TPMS It is recommended that you alwayshave your tires serviced by a dealeror qualified technician. Each tire is equipped with a tire pressuresensor mounted on the wheelinside the tire behind the valvestem. The tire pressure sensormust be unbolted from the wheel prior to tire remo...

Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity 5.4L V8 enginewith 1 rowradiator 24.1L (25.5quarts) 4.6L V8 enginewith 1 rowradiator andaux rear heat 23.5L (24.8quarts) 5.4L V8 enginewith 1 rowradiator andaux rear heat 26.4L (27.9quarts) Front axlelubricant Motorcraft SAE75W-90 Premium 4x4Front Axle Lubri...

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford partname Ford partnumber Fordspecification Hinges, latches,striker platesand rotors, seattracks, fuel fillerdoor hinge andspring Multi-PurposeGrease XG-4 orF5AZ-19G209-AA ESR-M1C159-A Lock cylinders,swing-awayspare tire carrierpadlock Penetrating andLock Lubricant ...

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...

Trailgate table Tail lamp surrounds (chrome) Tire step Swivel hitch/quick step Travel equipment Bike rack Canoe carrier Daytime running lights (DRL) Factory luggage rack adaptors First aid kit Fog lights Framed luggage covers Hard shell cargo box Highway safety kit Hitch mount bike carrier Kayak car...

Protection and appearance equipment Air bag anti-theft locks Cargo liners, interior Carpet floor mats Fender flares Front end covers (full and sport) Full vehicle cover Hood deflectors Leather steering wheel Locking gas cap Molded splash guards Molded vinyl floor mats Moonroof deflector Rear air def...

A ABS (see Brakes) .....................195 Accessory delay ........................100 Air bag supplementalrestraint system ........168–169, 173 and child safety seats ............170description ......................169, 173disposal ....................................176driver air bag ..............

cruise indicator .........................13door ajar ....................................13engine oil pressure ...................13high beam .................................13low fuel ......................................12low washer fluid .......................12overdrive off ....................

lubricantspecifications ..................303, 305 Trip odometer .............................18 Trunk .........................................130 Turn signal ............................13, 84 V Vehicle dimensions ...................305 Vehicle Identification Number(VIN) .............................