Ford 2003 Expedition v.4- User Manual

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possibledamage to others, your vehicle and its equipment? In this guide, answersto such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warningtriangle symbol. These comm...

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...

Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols. Please read the section Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury...

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 LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -No...

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 ...

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 first availableopportunity. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatur...

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 ...

Four wheel drive low (if equipped) Illuminates when four-wheel drivelow is engaged. If the light continuesto flash have the system serviced. Four wheel drive high (if equipped) Illuminates when four-wheel drive isput in high range. If the lightcontinues to flash have the systemserviced. Check air su...

GAUGES Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of theengine coolant. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle remainswithin the normal area (the areabetween the “H” and “C”). If itenters the red section, the engine isoverheating. Stop the vehicle assoon as safely possible, switc...

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

If the key is left in the ON position during fueling, a minimum of 22.2 L(six gallons) must be added to the fuel tank in order for the gauge toinstantaneously update. If less than six gallons is added, the gauge willtake between five to twenty minutes to update. Speedometer Indicates the current veh...

• Optional instrument cluster Press and release the TRIP/RESETbutton to toggle between theodometer and trip odometer display.Press and hold the button to reset. Tachometer Indicates the engine speed inrevolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometerpointer continuously at the top ofthe scale may...

PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD 1. EJ (Eject): Press to stop and eject a tape. 2. EJ (Eject): Press to stop and eject a CD. 3. BASS: Allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bassoutput. Press BASS then press SELto decrease or increase the bass levels. TREB (Treble): Allows you t...

9. REW (Rewind): Works in tape and CD modes. In tape mode, radio play continuesuntil rewind is stopped (with the TAPE control) or the beginning of thetape is reached. In CD mode, REW control reverses the CD within the current track. FF (Fast Forward): Works in tape and CD modes. In the tape mode, ta...

16. Power/volume: Press to turn the system on/off. Turn toraise/lower the volume. If the volume is set above a certainlevel and the ignition is turned off,the volume will come back on at a“nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on.Audio power can also be turned on by pressi...

PREMIUM IN-DASH SIX CD SOUND SYSTEM AUDIOPHILE IN-DASH SIX CD SOUND SYSTEM 1. SEEK: Works in radio or CD mode. Press and releaseSEEK / for previous/next strong station or track. Entertainment Systems 24

2. REW (Rewind): In CD mode, press to reverse within the currenttrack. FF (Fast forward): In CD mode, press to advance within the currenttrack 3. COMP or DSP COMP (Compression): The compression feature operates in CD mode and brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistentlistening l...

To adjust the volume The volume control allows the rear seat passengers to adjust the volumelevel of the audio system. Press the + control to increasevolume. Press the - control to decreasevolume. From the rear seat controls, volume control can be set no higher thanthe current radio setting unless t...

Mode select Push the MODE control to togglebetween AM, FM1, FM2, tape (ifequipped), CD, CD changer (ifequipped) or DVD (if equipped). Ifin Dual Play mode, SHAREDilluminates in the radio display whenthe front and rear modes are set tothe same media. Memory preset control Push the MEMORY controlsucces...

Parental control Press the memory preset controls 3and 5 simultaneously on the frontaudio controls to disable the rearseat controls. They will remain disabled until the front seat passengers“enable” them again by simultaneously pressing the 3 and 5 presetcontrols. The settings of the front seat cont...

Don’t: • Expose tapes to direct sunlight, extreme humidity, heat or cold. • Leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not beingplayed. CD/CD PLAYER CARE Do: • Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface. • Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved ...

7. Auxiliary jacks Insert lines for standard video game players. 8. STOP/EJECT control Press once to stop DVD play. Press again to eject the DVD. 9. DISPLAY (DISP) control Press to enable on screen display of player menu and user displayadjustments. DVD control features Menu control Press the MENU c...

In stop mode, press to change to a different playing media (e.g. 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 fai...

Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) flip-down screen The screen rotates down to view and into the 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. Pre...

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 HOT willilluminate i...

Inserting a CD/DVD Inserting a CD/DVD into the DVD player automatically turns the powerON and playback should begin. The counter is automatically reset to 0:00:00. Removing a CD/DVD 1. Press the STOP/EJECT control to stop playback. 2. Press the STOP/EJECT control again to eject the CD/DVD. If the CD...

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...

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

System overview 1. HOME: When the home location is empty, pressing and holding thiskey will store the vehicle’s currentlocation as home. Pressing the homekey after the home location has been set will calculate a route to that sethome location. 2. Eject: Press this control to eject an audio CD or a n...

2. Press the AM/FM control to selectthe desired frequency band. 3. Press the SEEK control to locatea station. To play a CD in the VNR: 1. Ensure that the ignition and theVNR system are ON. 2. Insert a CD into the single slot ofthe VNR and the CD will automatically begin play. If a CD is alreadyloade...

2. Press the NAV control to enterinto Navigation mode. 3. To enter a destination, ensurethat the vehicle is in the PARK position. 4. To navigate to home from thecurrent location, press HOME. If ahome location has not previouslybeen stored, pressing and holdingHOME will store the home location. Audio...

AM/FM select The AM/FM control works in radio,CD and navigation modes. AM/FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press thecontrol to switch between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations. AM/FM select in CD mode Press to stop CD play and begin radio play. ...

If a navigation CD is in the head unit and you press CD, the system willautomatically search for an audio CD in the CD DJ and begin play if it ispresent. Adjusting the levels 1. Press the MENU control. 2. Select the AUDIO OPTIONS softkey. 3. Select BASS, TREB, BAL orFADE. The bass adjust allows you ...

(STOP) / AUX — If a DVD movie is playing, press to stop. If a movie is not playing, press to activate AUX mode. CD DJ Your vehicle is equipped with a CD DJ (CD changer). It is located in thecenter console. Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs in the CD DJ. Themagazine may be stored in the g...

When RSC is active, pressing presets 2 and 4 simultaneously on the radiowill enable Dual Play mode (or the RSC can enable Dual Play mode bypressing the / button). The front speakers play the selected media and the rear speakers mute. In this mode, the rear passengers mayadjust the volume and other l...

Selecting a destination Press NAV to access the destinationentry menu. From this menu, you may selectfrom the following options: • Address/Intersection – Use to select a destination based on aknown street address orintersection. Not available when the vehicle is moving. • Point of Interest – Use to ...

Previous destination The last 50 destinations entered intothe navigation system areautomatically stored in the system’smemory. Use the soft key to select PreviousDestination. The address of eachstored destination will appear. The previous origin information isalso stored in this location. This store...

• Use the cursor control to scroll through the selections. • Press in the cursor control to confirm the selection. Selecting Route Criteria Once you have selected adestination, select from thefollowing route criteria: 1. Shortest time route — Creates a driving route which minimizes driving time taki...

Route interruptions In the course of your destination, you may decide to temporarily leaveyour planned route for gas, food, etc. If you turn off the ignition, theoption to continue the route guidance will be displayed when the ignitionis turned on again. Use the cursor control to select from one of ...

• Clock Setting: Your vehicle is equipped with your clock in the VNRsystem. To set the clock: 1. Access the CLOCK screen. 2. Press the ADJUST control toselect the hours or minutes to set. 3. Use the cursor control to increaseor decrease the hours or minutes. 4. Press DONE to set the time. 5. Select ...

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Temperature control2. Mode selector control3. A/C control 4. Rear defrost control 5. Fan speed control FAN SPEED CONTROL Controls the volume of air circulatedin the vehicle. TEMPERATURE CONTROL KNOB Controls the temperature of theairflow in...

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 recirculated air through the instrument panelregisters. Max A/C is noisier than A/C, but m...

A/C control A/C Used to manually enable or disable the operation of the air conditioningin all modes except Floor & Defrost, Defrost and Max A/C. When manual A/C is selected (On) the indicator will be lit. When manualA/C is selected (Off) the indicator will not be lit. In Floor & Defrost and...

AUTOMATIC OPERATION Press AUTO and select the desiredtemperature. The system will eitherheat or cool the vehicle to achievethe selected temperature. Thesystem will automatically determinefan speed, airflow location andwhether outside or recirculated airis required. When in automatic operation andwea...

TEMPERATURE CONVERSION Press the F/C control to switchbetween Fahrenheit and Celsiustemperature on the display. Thetemperature in Celsius will bedisplayed in half-degree increments. The English/Metric control on thetrip computer and message center(if equipped) will not change thetemperature display....

In automatic operation, the air conditioning operates as necessary toachieve the selected temperature and the A/C indicator will be lit. Ifdesired, the air conditioning can be controlled manually through the useof the A/C control. When the air conditioning is controlled while inautomatic operation, ...

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 no...

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER Used to manually enable or disablerear window defrost in all modes.After approximately 10 minutes ofrear defrost operation, the climatecontrol system will automaticallydisable the rear defrost operation. Ifdesired, the rear defrost can bemanually disabled through the useof the ...

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...

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 and test the lamp operation. Replacing headlamp bulbs 1. Make sure that the ...

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...

Approach lamp bulb removal (if equipped) To change the bulbs: 1. Make sure that all the doors areclosed and the interior lights haveautomatically turned off or theopposite mirror approach lamp hasturned off. 2. With a small flat tippedscrewdriver, insert the tip into theapproach light module slot lo...

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...

AUXILIARY POWER POINT Power points are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hangany type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug.Improper use of the power point can cause damage not coveredby your warranty. On vehicles equipped with a centerconsole there are three powerpoints located in...

Not equipped with rear climatecontrol 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. Driver Controls 112

Press the control to turn the mirrorOFF or AUTO. The mirror will automatically returnto the normal state whenever thevehicle is placed in R(Reverse)(when the mirror is on) to ensure a bright clear view whenbacking up. Power side view mirrors The ignition can be in any position to adjust the power si...

POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS The accelerator and brake pedalshould only be adjusted when thevehicle is stopped and the gearshiftlever is in the P (Park) position. Press and hold the rocker control toadjust accelerator and brake pedal. • Press the bottom of the control toadjust the pedals toward you....

To turn speed control off • Press OFF or • Turn off the vehicle ignition. Once speed control is switched off,the previously programmed setspeed will be erased. To set a speed • Press SET+. For speed control tooperate, the speed control mustbe ON and the vehicle speedmust be greater than 48 km/h (30m...

To disengage speed control • Depress the brake pedal. Disengaging the speed control willnot erase the previouslyprogrammed set speed. 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 4...

Indicator light This light comes on when either theSET ACCEL or RES controls arepressed. The vehicle speed must beat or above 48 km/h (30 mph). Itturns off when the speed controlOFF control is pressed, the brake orclutch is applied, or the ignition is turned to the OFF position. STEERING WHEEL CONTR...

In any mode: • Press VOL + or − to adjustvolume. Climate control features Press TMP + or - to adjusttemperature. Press + or - to adjust fan speed. HOMELINK 姞 WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The HomeLink 威 Wireless Control System, located on the driver’s visor, provides a convenient way to repl...

When programming your HomeLink 威 Wireless Control System to a garage door or gate, be sure that people and objects are out of the way to prevent potential harm or damage. Do not use the HomeLink 威 Wireless Control System with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as requ...

Gate Operator & Canadian Programming During programming, yourhand-held transmitter mayautomatically stop transmitting —not allowing enough time forHomeLink 威 to accept the signal from the hand-held transmitter. After completing steps 1 and 2outlined in the “Programming” section, replace step 3 w...

Erasing HomeLink 姞 buttons To erase the three programmedbuttons (individual buttons cannotbe erased): • Press and hold the two outerHomeLink 威 buttons until the red indicator light begins toflash-after 20 seconds. Releaseboth buttons. Do not hold forlonger that 30 seconds. HomeLink 威 is now in the t...

Compass 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 the vehicle may alsoaffect compass accuracy. Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compass willc...

Compass calibration adjustment Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures andhigh voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electricalaccessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure allvehicle doors are shut. 1. Start the vehicle. 2. To enter the ...

Compass zone/calibration adjustment 1. Determine your magnetic zone byreferring to the zone map. 2. Turn ignition to the ON position. 3. Start the engine. 4. From Info menu, select theCompass/Odometer function. (Donot select Trip, DTE, or AFE. Thetop of the message center must beblank). 5. Press and...

10. The compass is now calibrated. Average fuel economy (AFE) Select this function from the INFOmenu to display your average fueleconomy in liters/100 km ormiles/gallon. If you calculate your average fueleconomy by dividing liters of fuelused by 100 kilometers traveled (miles traveled by gallons use...

Easy exit seat (if equipped) This feature automatically moves the drivers seat backwards for easy exitfrom the vehicle. 1. To disable/enable the easy exitseat feature, select this functionfrom the SETUP control for thecurrent display mode. 2. Press the RESET control to turnthe easy entry exit seat O...

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 (ifequipped) Door ajar Warning returns after 10 minutes Liftgate or liftglass ajar W...

DATA ERR. These messages indicate improper operation of the vehicle network communication between electronic modules. • Fuel computer • Charging system • Door sensor • Washer fluid • Brake fluid • Compass • Outside temperature • Engine sensor Contact your dealer as soon as possible if these messages...

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. Three power ...

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 doors using the powerdoor lock/unlock control. Insert akey in the ignition a...

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 ...

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM With the keyless entry keypad, you can: • lock or unlock the vehicle doorswithout using the key. Your vehicle has a factory set 5 digitcode that operates the keyless entrysystem. You can also program yourown 5 digit personal entry code. The factory-set code is located: • on the ...

If you wish to erase your personal code, use the following instructions: 1. Enter factory set code. 2. Press 1/2 control and release. The system will now only respondto the factory set code. Anti-scan feature The anti-scan feature preventsrepeated attempts at arriving at a valid key code. The keyles...

Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediatelyafter switching the ignition to the 1(OFF) position. Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 3 (ON) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle. Key information Your vehicle is supplied with two coded keys. Only a coded key will start your...

Replacing coded keys can be very costly and you may want to store anextra programmed key away from the vehicle in a safe place to preventan unforeseen inconvenience. The correct coded key must be used for your vehicle. The use of the wrong type of coded key may lead to a “no start” condition. If an ...

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 SEATSSecond 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...

Third row power folding seat (if equipped) The control buttons are located on the right-hand rear quarter trim panel(accessible from the liftgate area). Push the bottom portion of thecontrol button to lower the desiredseatback. Push the top of the control buttonto return the seatback to its original...

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-related injuries. The system is able to analyzedifferent occupant conditions and crash s...

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

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 itlatch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. • Front seats • Rear seats 2. To unfasten, push the rele...

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...

When the Safety Canopy 娂 system and/or the front airbags are activated, the safety belt pretensioners for the driver and right front passengerseating positions will be activated when the respective seatbelt isproperly buckled. The driver and the right front passenger seat belt system(including retra...

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 rare events” 36 700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we areexposed to “rare” events, even forgood drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be se...

Reasons given... Consider... “I have an air bag” Air bags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to inflate in rear andside crashes or rollovers. “I’d rather be thrown clear” Not a good idea. People who are ejected are 40 times more likelyto DIE. Safety ...

1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOTSTART THE ENGINE) 2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 1–2minutes) • Steps 3–5 must be completed within 60 seconds or the procedure willhave to be repeated. 3. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three ...

Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder beltacross the torso. 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 saf...

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 Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required. Any difficulty with the sy...

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...

The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions(shown from top view): • 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 t...

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...

Note: If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try, turn the key to OFF, wait 10 seconds and try again. If the engine stillfails to start, press the accelerator to the floor and try again; this willallow the engine to crank with the fuel shut off in case the engine isflooded wit...

• We recommend that you familiarize yourself with this brakingtechnique. However, avoid taking any unnecessary risks. 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 momentaril...

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 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 onl...

Speed sensitive steering Your vehicle is equipped with engine speed sensitive steering. At higherengine speeds associated with high vehicle speed, the steering assist willdecrease to improve steering feel. If the amount of effort required to steer your vehicle changes whilemaintaining a constant eng...

Press the bottom portion of theswitch to turn off the airsuspension. LIMITED-SLIP AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly whenone wheel is on a poor traction surface. Under normal conditions, thelimited slip axle functions like a standard rear axle. Ex...

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a park/brake-shift interlock feature thatprevents the gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) when theignition is in the ON position unless brake pedal is depressed. If you cannot move the gearshift lever out...

Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift islatched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lampremains illuminated, the brakes may not be working proper...

Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift islatched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. R (Reverse) With the gearshift lever in R(Reverse), the vehicle will movebackward. Always come to acomplete stop before shi...

• additional engine downhill braking is desired. If towing a trailer, referto Driving while you tow in the Trailer towing section. To return to (Overdrive) mode, press the transmission control switch (TCS). The TCIL will no longer be illuminated. Each time the vehicle is started, the transmission wi...

The RSS detects obstacles up to 2meters (6 ft.) from the rear bumperwith a decreased coverage area atthe outer corners of the bumper,(refer to the figures for approximatezone coverage areas). As you movecloser to the obstacle, the rate ofthe tone increases. When theobstacle is less than 25.0 cm (10i...

If equipped with the Control Trac 4x4 System, and 4L (4x4 LOW)is selected while the vehicle is moving, the system will notengage. This is normal and should be no reason for concern.Before 4L (4x4 LOW) can be engaged, the vehicle must bebrought to a complete stop, the brake pedal depressed and thetra...

• 4H (4X4 HIGH) provides mechanically locked four-wheel drive power to front and rear wheels. The “4X4” light will illuminate in theinstrument cluster when this position is selected. This position is notrecommended for use on dry pavement. This position is only intendedfor severe winter or off-road ...

Using the Control Trac system Shifting from 2H to A4WD or 4H Move the control to the A4WD or4H position at any forward speed upto 88 km/h (55 mph). The “4X4”light in the instrument cluster willilluminate if 4H is selected. Shifting from A4WD to 4H Move the control from A4WD to 4Hat a stop or while d...

Shifting from 4L to 4H, A4WD or 2H 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 4H,A4WD or 2H position. Note: Some noise may be heard as the system shifts or engages. Driving off-road with truck and utility vehicl...

Basic operating principles • Do not use 4H (4x4 HIGH) or 4L (4x4 LOW) on dry, hard surfacedroads. This may damage the drivelines and axles. • Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steeringcharacteristics of your vehicle. • Be extremely careful when driving on pavement made sl...

If your vehicle is equipped with AdvanceTrac 娂 , press the AdvanceTrac 娂 button (refer to AdvanceTrac 娂 Stability Enhancement System in this chapter) while driving in deep sand if you experience excessive enginepower reduction. Mud and water If you must drive through highwater, drive slowly. Tractio...

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

These “aftermarket lift kits” could adversely affect the vehicle’s handlingcharacteristics, which could lead to loss of vehicle control or rollover andserious injury. Tires can be damaged during off-road use. For your safety, tires that aredamaged should not be used for highway driving because they ...

Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicleequipped with a high load or device (such as ladder racks or pickup boxcover). Failure to maintain your vehicle properly may void the warranty, increaseyour repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilitiesand adve...

Always ensure that the weight of occupants, cargo and equipment beingcarried is within the weight limitations that have been established foryour vehicle including both gross vehicle weight and front and rear grossaxle weight rating limits. Under no circumstance should these limitationsbe exceeded. E...

TRAILER TOWING 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 equipmentwhile towing. Follow these guidelines to ensuresafe towing procedure: • Stay within your...

Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR - kg (lbs.) Trailer weight range (0 - maximum) kg (lbs.) 4x2 4.6L All 4762 (10500) 0-2268 (0-5000) 5.4L All 6577 (14500) 0–4060 (0–8950) 4x4 4.6L All 4853 (10700) 0-2268 (0-5000) 5.4L All 6577 (14500) 0–3924 (0–8650) Maximum frontal area of trailer is 5.6 square m...

• Weight distributing - requires an aftermarket weight distributing system which includes draw bar, hitch ball, spring bars and snap-upbrackets. The vertical tongue load of the trailer is distributed betweenthe truck and the trailer by this system. Mode Maximum Gross Trailer Weight - kg (lbs.) Maxim...

4. Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjust the hitch equalizers so thatthe front bumper height is within 0–13 mm (0.5 in) of the referencepoint. After proper adjustment, the rear bumper should be no higherthan in Step 3. 5. Turn the air suspension (if equipped) control to ON. Note: Adjusting an...

• Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. • To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will also assistin transmission cooling. (For additional information, refer to the Understanding the positions of the 4–speed automatictransmission section in this cha...

Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter vehicle components: • causing internal damage to the components. • affecting driveability, emissions and reliability. Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged inwater. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or ...

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...

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH FUEL RESET This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the enginewhen your vehicle has had a substantial jolt. After an accident, if the engine cranks but does not start, this switchmay have been activated. The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated in the le...

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 / power distribution box The fuse panel is located under the right-hand side of the instrumentpanel. To remove the trim panel for accessto the fuse box, pull the paneltoward you and swing it out awayfrom the side and remove it. Toreinstall it, line up the tabs with t...

The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 1 10A* Run/Accessory - Front wipermotor, Instrument cluster, Rearwiper motor, Tire PressureMonitor System (TPMS) module 2 20A* Turn signal/Hazard flasher,Stoplamp switch, IVD(AdvanceTrac)...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 4 15A* DVD player, Rear seat audiocontrols, CDDJ (navigation radio) 5 7.5A* Powertrain Control Module (PCM)(KA power), Speed controldeactivation switch, Manualclimate control mode switch,Stoplamp switch, Brake-shiftinte...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 11 10A* A/C compressor clutch relay, A/Ccompressor clutch solenoid, Airsuspension compressor relay, 4x4Integrated Wheel Ends (IWE)solenoid 12 10A* Speed control servo, Speedcontrol relay 13 10A* Manual climate control m...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 18 10A* Auxiliary A/C temperature blenddoor actuator, Auxiliary A/C frontauxiliary control, Turn signalflasher, Electrochromatic mirror,Auxiliary mode motor, Climatecontrolled seat modules 19 10A* Restraints Control Mod...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 27 5A* Compass module, Reverse sensingsystem module, Brake shiftinterlock (BSI) solenoid,Overdrive cancel switch, Airsuspension module (Run/Startsense) 28 5A* PCM relay coil, Speed controlrelay coil, SecuriLock transcei...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 38 25A* Rear wiper motor, Washer pump(rear window wash) 39 20A* Console power points (front andrear of console), Instrument panelpower point (bench seat) 40 20A* DRL relays, DRL foglamps, DRLheadlamp relay coil, Headlam...

CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmlyand slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. The use of tire sealants is not recommended and maycompromise the integrity of your t...

Removing the spare tire 1. Fold the rear seat down. Refer to Rear seats in the Seating and safety restraints chapter. 2. Remove the jack handle andwinch extension from the tray andassemble them. 3. Open the spare tire winch accessplug in the bottom of thecompartment located behind the 3rdrow seat, v...

• Never use the front or rear differential as a jacking point. 6. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench. 7. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem isfacing outward. Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against thehub. Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until...

5. Disassemble the tools and snap them back into the tool tray. Close theaccess hole with the rubber plug. Reinstall the tray into the vehicle andsecure it with the wing nut (turn clockwise until tight). JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames,sparks,...

Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal ofthe discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)termi...

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 of a roadside assistance program, yourroadside assistance service provider. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbedequipment. Do not tow with a slingb...

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 authorizeddealer where your vehicle was purchased when warranty repairs areneeded. However, you may also take your vehicle to another...

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(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...

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

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...

PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and TarRemover (ZC-42). WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES...

INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, cloth seats and safety belts: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. • Remove light stains and soil with Motorcraft Extra StrengthUpholstery Cleaner (ZC-41). • If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area firstwith Motorcraft Spot and St...

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

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

OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom of the instrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle andrelease the auxiliary latch that islocated under the front center ofthe hood. 3. Lift the hood until the liftcylinders hold it open. Maintenance a...

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 meetsFord specification WSB-M8B16–A2.Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. State or local regulations on volatile organic c...

3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P(Park). 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 l...

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...

Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed foradded engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is usedthat does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-upengine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate ...

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 COOLANTChecking 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 distilled water,which equates to a freeze point of -36° C (-34° ...

• A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added, in caseof emergency, to reach a vehicle service location. In this instance, thecooling system must be drained and refilled with a 50/50 mixture ofengine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible. Water alone(without engine coolant)...

After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration, referto Checking Engine Coolant section. If the concentration is not 50/50 (protection to –34° F/–36° C), drain some coolant and adjust theconcentration. It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50/50coolant concentration...

If you drive in extremely hot climates: • It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentrationabove 40%. • NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40%. • Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% willdecrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the enginecoolant and may...

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...

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tankmay cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap isventing vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, w...

Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1/8 turn on/offfeature. When fueling your vehicle: 1. Turn the engine off. 2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/8 of a turn until itstops. 3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe. 4. To install the cap,...

• Your “Service Engine Soon” indicator may come on. For moreinformation on the “Service Engine Soon” indicator, refer to the Instrument cluster chapter. Fuel Filter For fuel filter replacement, see your dealer or a qualified servicetechnician. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropr...

• Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each timethe tank is filled. • Allow no more than 2 automatic click-offs when filling. • Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating. • Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand. • Use the same side of the same pump and...

• Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. • 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 ...

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 RESERVOIR The fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced.Fluid levels between the “MIN” and“MAX” lines are within the normaloperating range, there is no need toadd fluid. If the fluid levels areoutside of the normal operating range...

If an overfill occurs, excess fluidshould be removed by a qualifiedtechnician. An overfill condition oftransmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concernsand/or possible damage. Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments orcleaning agents. The use of these materials m...

2. Loosen the clamp that securesthe air filter cover to the air filterhousing and carefully separate thecover from housing. 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...

The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire thatis properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or incombination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure • Us...

• Four tire rotation Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wearband is visible through the tiretreads. Due to exposure to theelements and exhaust you shouldreplace the spare tire when youreplace the other tires. When replacing full size tires, never mix radial bias-belted, orbias-type tires...

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 PartName Application Capacity Engine coolant 3 MotorcraftPremium GoldEngine Coolant(yellow-colored) 4.6L V8 enginewith 1 rowradiator 19.0L (20.1quarts) 5.4L V8 enginewith 1 rowradiator 21.0L (22.2quarts) 4.6L V8 enginewith 1 rowradiator and auxrear heat 21.0L (22.2quarts) 5.4L V8 enginewi...

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford partname Ford partnumber Fordspecification Hinges, latches,striker platesand rotors, seattracks, fuel fillerdoor hinge andspring Multi-PurposeGrease XG-4 or XL-5 ESR-M1C159-Aor ESB-M1C93-B Lock cylinders,swing-awayspare tire carrierpadlock Penetrating andLock Lubri...

Item Ford partname Ford partnumber Fordspecification Windshieldwasher fluid MotorcraftPremiumWindshieldWasherConcentrate ZC-32–A WSB-M8B16–A2 1 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstickhandle. Check the c...

VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle dimensions 4x2 mm (in) 4x4 mm (in) (1) Overall length 5228(205.8) 5228(205.8) (2) Vehicle width(Body) 2000(78.7) 2000(78.7) (2) Vehicle widthincluding mirrors 2390(94.1) 2390(94.1) (2) Vehicle widthwith mirrors folded 2029(79.9) 2029(79.9) (2) Vehicle widthwith optionalrun...

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...

Removable luggage rack adapters Roof rack cross bars Ski/snowboard carrier Soft luggage cover Trailer hitch bars and balls Trailer hitch receiver cover Protection and appearance equipment Air bag anti-theft locks Cargo liners, interior Carpet floor mats Fender flares Front end covers (full and sport...

A ABS (see Brakes) .....................210 Accessory delay ........................113 Air bag supplementalrestraint system ........183–184, 188 and child safety seats ............185description ......................184, 188disposal ....................................191driver air bag ..............

Lights, warning and indicator ....10 AdvanceTrac .............................12air bag ........................................12anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....11, 211brake ..........................................11charging system ........................12check coolant ............................13...