Ford 2003 Explorer v.3- 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 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...

Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-Bumper Coverage,Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 7.3L Power StrokeDiesel Engine Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is eligible for EmissionsDefect and Emissions Performance Warranties. For a detailed description...

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...

Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Standard instrument cluster Optional instrument cluster 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...

On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which coulddamage your catalytic converter. Drive in a moderate fashion (avoidheavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle servicedimmediately. Under engin...

Air bag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turnedto ON, continues to flash or remainson, have the system servicedimmediately. A chime will alsosound when a malfunction in the supplemental restraint system has beendetected. Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety bel...

AdvanceTrac y (if equipped): Illuminates when the AdvanceTrac y system is active. If the light remainson, have the system servicedimmediately. Four wheel drive low (ifequipped): Illuminates when four-wheel drive low is engaged. Four wheel drive high (ifequipped): Illuminates when four-wheel drive hi...

GAUGES Standard instrument cluster gauges Optional instrument cluster gauges Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Instrument Cluster 14

Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute.Driving with your tachometerpointer continuously at the top ofthe scale may damage the engine. Battery voltage gauge: Indicates the battery voltage when theignition is in the ON position. If thepointer moves and stays outside thenormal...

Entertainment Systems AUDIOPHILE IN-DASH SIX CD SOUND SYSTEM 1. Seek: Works in radio ro CD mode. Press and releaseSEEK / for previous/next strong station or track. 2. Rewind: In CD mode, press to reverse the CD Fast forward: In CD mode, press until desired selection is reached. 3. COMP (Compression)...

Traffic: Allows you to hear traffic broadcasts. With the feature ON, press SEEK or SCAN to find a station broadcasting a traffic report (if it isbroadcasting RDS data). Traffic information is not available in most U.S. markets. FIND Program type: Allows you to search RDS-equipped stations for a cert...

MP3 AUDIO SYSTEM 1. Balance: Press / to shift sound to the left/right speakers. 2. Fade: Press / to shift sound to the rear/front speakers. 3. Scan: Press to hear a brief sampling of all listenable radiostations, CD or MP3 tracks. Pressagain to stop. 4. CLK: To set the clock press and hold the CLK c...

21. Treble: Press / to decrease/increase the treble output. MP3 functions Your audio system is equipped with MP3 capability which allows you tolisten to songs in MP3 flat file mode and MP3 directory mode. To engage MP3 flat file mode, insert an MP3 disc. If an MP3 disc isalready present in the playe...

Error messages You may experience an error message for the following situations: • NO DISC when the CD control is pressed and there is not a CDpresent. • DISC ERR when there is a damaged or unreadable disc. Such as, datadiscs containing no .mp3 files, or for data discs containing more than255 files ...

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 ...

Climate Controls MANUAL HEATING AND AIRCONDITIONING SYSTEM 1. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of theairflow in the vehicle. 2. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in thevehicle. See the following for a briefdescription on each control. MAX A/C: Uses recirculate...

To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2. Select A/C 3. Modulate the temperature control to maintain comfort. 4. Set the fan speed to HI 5. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close th...

15. Fan Speed: Used to manually enable or disable the fan speed. 16. EXT: Displays the outside air temperature. It will remaindisplayed until the EXT control ispressed again. The external temperature will be most accurate when thevehicle has been moving for a period of time. 17. Temperature conversi...

Auxiliary system (if equipped) Your vehicle may be equipped with auxiliary climate controls. Theseallow the front or rear seat passengers to control airflow direction,temperature and fan level of the rear compartment to quickly heat orcool the entire vehicle. Front auxiliary controls: 1. Temperature...

Directs air to the floor of the third row seating. directs air to the overhead registers of the second and third row seating. The selected mode will illuminate on the temperature control. 3. Fan control: Determines fan speed levels. Floor console climate controls (if equipped) Controls the direction...

Lights HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. Autolamp delay system The autolamp system sets the headlamps to turn on and offautomatically. The autolamp control, located on the headlamp cont...

AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed before leaving theassembly plant. If your vehicle is involved in an accident or if you haveproblems fixing the alignment of your headlamps, have them checked bya qualified service technician. Headlamp aim adjustment The headlamps ...

5. Locate the vertical adjuster foreach headlamp. Adjust the aim byturning the adjuster control eitherclockwise (to adjust down) orcounterclockwise (to adjust up). Note: Use a 4 mm socket or box wrench to turn the vertical adjustercontrol. 6. Horizontal aiming is not requiredfor this vehicle and isn...

NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with the Remote Keyless Entry feature, the courtesy lamp will remain on for 25 seconds after the door isshut or until the ignition is turned to the ON position. To use the reading lamps: • Press the rocker control located near each reading lamp to turn it on. • Pres...

Replacing headlamp bulbs Do not touch the glass of a halogen bulb. 1. Turn off the headlamps and openthe hood. 2. Pry up the two retainer pins untilthey stop to release the headlampsassembly from the vehicle, then pullheadlamp forward. 3. Disconnect the electricalconnector by pushing the center taba...

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal/sidemarker bulbs 1. Turn off the headlamp switch tooff. 2. Remove headlamp screw from thebulb assembly. 3. Disengage lamp assembly. 4. Rotate the bulb socketcounterclockwise and remove itfrom the lamp assembly. 5. Pull the bulb straight out. Reverse steps to ...

Driver Controls MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease thespeed of the wipers. Speed dependent wipers: When the wiper control is on, the speed ofthe wipers will automatically adjustwith the ...

CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with avariety of console features. Theseinclude: • Utility compartment withcassette/compact disc storage • Auxiliary power point • Cupholders • Tissue box holder (located on underside of console lid) • Ash tray (if equipped) Use only soft cups in the cupho...

Rear console features The rear console may incorporatethe following features: • air vents • cupholders (will pull up withbreak away feature) • rear power point OVERHEAD CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according toyour option package. Storage compartm...

Illuminated visor mirror (if equipped) Lift the mirror cover to turn on thevisor mirror lamps. AUXILIARY POWER POINT Power outlets are designed foraccessory plugs only. Do nothang any type of accessory oraccessory bracket from the plug.Improper use of the poweroutlet can cause damage notcovered by y...

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

Fold-away mirrors Pull the side mirrors in carefullywhen driving through a narrowspace, like an automatic car wash. POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) The accelerator and brake pedalshould only be adjusted when thevehicle is stopped and the gearshiftlever is in the P(Park) position. Press an...

Setting speed control The controls for using your speedcontrol are located on the steeringwheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and releaseit. 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 3. Press the SET + control andrelease it. 4. Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal. 5. The indicator ligh...

• Depress the brake pedal until thedesired vehicle speed is reached,press the SET + control. Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal. This will not erase your vehicles previouslyset speed. • Press the speed control OFFcontrol. Note: When ...

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) These controls allow you to operate some radio and climate controlfeatures. Audio control features Press to select: • AM, FM1, FM2, • TAPE (if equipped), • CD (if equipped), or • DVD (if equipped). In AM, FM1, or FM2 mode: • Press MEM to select presetstations wi...

Climate control features Press TMP + or - to adjusttemperature. Press + or - to adjust fan speed. MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) You can move the glass panel of the moon roof back to open or tilt up toventilate the vehicle. To open the moon roof: The moon roof is equipped with anautomatic, one-touch, expre...

To vent:To tilt the moon roof into the vent position (when the glass panel isclosed), press and hold the front portion of the control. To close themoon roof from the vent position, press and hold the rear portion of thecontrol until the glass panel stops moving.If the battery is disconnected, discha...

6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage,locate the “learn” or “smart” button (usually near where the hangingantenna wire is attached to the unit). 7. Press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. (The name and colorof the button may vary by manufacturer.) Note: There...

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

ELECTRONIC COMPASS/TEMPERATURE DISPLAY (IF EQUIPPED) OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATURE The outside temperature display iscontained in the instrument clusterand displays all the time. Ifequipped with the DEATC climatecontrol system, the outsidetemperature will be displayed there. To turn the display off or cha...

3. Locate compass sensor mountedat base of mirror. 4. Press the button on the top ofthe compass module until ZONEappears in the instrument clusterdisplay. 5. Release pressure on the button and then slowly press it down again. 6. Continue to press until ZONEappears in the instrument clusterdisplay, t...

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...

Compass display The compass reading may be affected when you drive near largebuildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magneticor metallic objects placed in, on or near the vehicle may also affectcompass accuracy. Usually, when something affects the compass readings, the compas...

Average fuel economy for FFV-equipped vehicles Upon refueling, your vehicle must determine the percentage of Ethanolin the fuel. For the first several minutes, or few miles of driving, themessage CALCULATING FUEL will appear in the message center. Thecorrect fuel economy will appear within approxima...

Setup menu Press this control for the followingdisplays: • Autolock • Easy Entry/Exit • Autolamp Delay • Language • Units (English/Metric) • System Check • Oil Change Autolocks 1. Select this function from theSETUP control for the currentdisplay mode. 2. Press the RESET control to turnthe autolocks ...

5. OIL PRESSURE 6. TIRE PRESSURE SYSTEM (if equipped) 7. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL 8. CHARGING SYSTEM System warnings System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in yourvehicle’s operating systems. In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center willcycle the display to s...

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Position the driver floor mat so thatthe eyelet is over the pointed end ofthe retention post and rotateforward to lock in. Make sure thatthe mat does not interfere with theoperation of the accelerator or thebrake pedal. To remove the floormat, reverse the installationpro...

Make sure the liftgate door and/or window are closed to preventexhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This will also reduce the risk of passengers and cargo falling out. CARGO COVER (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo area cover that covers theluggage compartment of you...

5 passenger stowage: When the lid is open, it will standup on its own. The lid can bedetached from the vehicle and usedas a knee pad (carpet side up) forchanging a tire. 1. To open, lift the release handleand the lid. 2. To close, lower the lid, lift therelease handle and press down on the lid. LUGG...

Locks and Security KEYS One key operates all the locks and starts the vehicle. Always carry aspare key with you in case of an emergency. Your keys are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed keywill not permit your vehicle to start. If you lose your dealer suppliedkeys, replacement keys a...

Childproof door locks • When these locks are set, therear doors cannot be opened fromthe inside. • The rear doors can be openedfrom the outside when the doorsare unlocked. The childproof locks are located onrear edge of each rear door andmust be set separately for eachdoor. Setting the lock for one ...

Memory seat feature (if equipped) The remote entry system can also control the memory seat feature. Press to automatically move the seat to the desired memory position (the seat position corresponds to the transmitter being used). Activating the memory seat feature To activate this feature: 1. Posit...

To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the twohalves of the remote entrytransmitter near the key ring. DONOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OFTHE REMOTE ENTRYTRANSMITTER APART. 2. Remove the old battery. 3. Insert the new battery. Refer tothe diagram inside the remote entrytransmitter for the cor...

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) You can use the keyless entrykeypad to: • lock or unlock the doors withoutusing a key. • open the liftgate window. • activate or deactivate theautolock feature. • arm or disarm the perimeteralarm system (if equipped). The keypad can be operated withthe factory set ...

This feature will also automatically relock all the doors when: • the ignition is running and any door is opened then closed, and • you put the vehicle in motion by releasing the brake pedal. To deactivate/reactivate the autolock feature using the keypad Your vehicle comes with the autolock feature ...

Theft indicator The theft indicator is located on top of the instrument panel. • When the ignition is in the OFF position, the indicator will flash onceevery 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLock y system is functioning as a theft deterrent. • When the ignition is in the RUN position, the indicator w...

The parking lamps will flash once when all doors/hood/liftgate andliftgate window are closed indicating the vehicle is locked and enteringthe 20 second countdown. DISARMING THE SYSTEM You can disarm the system by any of the following actions: • Unlock the doors by using the on the remote entry trans...

Seating and Safety Restraints SEATING Notes: 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. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk ofinjury in a collision or sudden stop. Ad...

Push control to lower head restraint. Adjusting the front manual seat Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across the hips. Lift handle to move seat forward orbackward. Pull lever up to adj...

Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) The control is located on theoutboard side of the seat cushion. Press front to raise or lower thefront portion of the seat cushion. Press rear to raise or lower the rearportion of the seat cushion. Press the control to move the seatforward, backward, up o...

Using the manual lumbar support For more lumbar support, turn thelumbar support control toward thefront of vehicle. For less lumbar support, turn thelumbar support control toward therear of vehicle. Heated seats (if equipped) To operate the heated seats: • Push control located on the seatto activate...

REAR SEATS Folding down the 60/40 rear seats (if equipped) If the rear seat is equipped with adjustable head restraints, they shouldbe placed in the full down position before folding the seat back down. 1. Press the lower release controldownward to unlatch the seatback. 2. Rotate the seatback downwa...

1. Locate handle on the side of theseat cushion by the door. 2. Push the handle up and push theseatback toward the front of thevehicle. 3. Press down on the top outboardarea of the seatback until a click isheard. To return the seat to the uprightposition: 1. Push the handle up and lift theseatback t...

3. To return the seat to a seatingposition, flip the seat into theupright position. 4. Make sure the seat is latched tothe floor. To exit the 3rd row seat, pull thered access control lever up releasingthe seat from the floor and rotatethe seat up towards the front seat. Always latch the vehicle seat...

2. Pull the seat release lever locatedon top of the seatback while liftingthe seatback into the uprightposition. 3. The seatback will latch into place. The third row seat is equipped with combination lap and shoulder beltsin both seating positions. For information on the proper operation of thesafet...

information to the Restraints Control Module (RCM). During a crash, theRCM activates the safety belt pretensioners and/or either one or bothstages of the dual-stage air bag supplemental restraints based on crashseverity and occupant conditions. The fact that the pretensioners or air bags did not act...

effectiveness of the safety belts and helps properly position the occupantrelative to the air bag to improve protection. The safety beltpretensioners can be either activated alone or, if the collision is ofsufficient severity, together with the air bags. Front safety belt energy management retractor...

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

• This safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed toextend the seat belt webbing in a controlled manner. This helpsreduce the belt force acting on the user’s chest. BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED ifthe safety belt assembly automatic locking retractor feature or any ot...

All safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulderbelts. All of the passenger combination lap and shoulder belts have twotypes of locking modes described below: Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode, which allows free shoulder belt lengthadjustment to your movem...

• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is pulled out. • 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 combination...

When the Safety Canopy y system or the front airbags are activated, the safety belt pretensioners for the driver and right front passenger seatingpositions will be activated when the respective seatbelt is properly buckled. The driver and the right front passenger seat belt system(including retracto...

Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and achime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignition switchis turned t...

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

5. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times, ending with thesafety belt unbuckled. • After step 5 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for threeseconds. 6. Within seven seconds of the safety belt warning light turning off,buckle then unbuckle the safety belt. • This will disable B...

AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) 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...

Children and air bags Children must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rearseating positions than in the frontseating position. Failure to followthese instructions may increase therisk of injury in a collision. Air bags can...

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

The SRS consists of: • driver and passenger air bag modules (which include the inflators andair bags). • Safety canopy y system (if equipped). Refer to Safety canopy y system later in this chapter. • one or more impact and safing sensors. • a readiness light and tone. • diagnostic module. • and the ...

Safety Canopy Y 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 y . 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 Y system work? The design and development of theSafety Canopy y system included recommended testing proceduresthat were developed by a group ofautomotive safety experts known asthe Side Airbag Technical WorkingGroup. These recommended testingprocedures help reduce the risk...

• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeatperiodically until the problem and light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS servicedat your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately. Unlessserviced, the system may not function...

If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt can bepositioned so it does not cross or rest in front of the child’s face or neck,the child should wear the lap and shoulder belt. Moving the child closer tothe center of the vehicle may help provide a good shoulder belt fit. Do no...

Types of booster seats There are two types of belt-positioning booster seats: • Those that are backless. If your backless booster seat has aremovable shield, remove theshield and use the lap/shoulderbelt. If a seating position has alow seat back and no headrestraint, a backless booster seatmay place...

Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of thebooster seat. Never put the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind theback because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision. Never use pillows, books, or tow...

Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulderbelts Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active air bag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all theway back. Children 12 and ...

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

Driving STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. OFF/LOCK, shuts off the engineand all accessories/locks the steeringwheel, gearshift lever and allows keyremoval. 2. ACC, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. This position also unlocksthe steering ...

Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to 3 (ON) withoutturning the key to 4 (START). Ifthere is difficulty in turning the key,rotate the steering wheel until thekey turns freely. This condition mayoccur when: • the front wheels are turned • a front wheel is against the curb Turn the key to 4 (START), ...

brake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking; anypulsations or mechanical noise you may feel or hear is normal. ABS warning lamp ABS The ABS lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON. If the light does not illuminate during startup, remains ...

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...

Forced downshifts • Allowed in D (Overdrive) or Drive. • Depress the accelerator to the floor. • Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear. If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, it may be rocked out byshifting from forward and reverse gears, sto...

indicator light on the control will illuminate when the system is turnedoff. If the indicator light illuminates when the RSS is not turned off, itmay indicate a failure in the RSS. Keep the RSS sensors (located on the rear bumper/fascia) freefrom snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt (do not cle...

• 4X4 LOW – momentarily illuminates when the vehicle isstarted. Illuminates when 4L isselected. Using the Control Trac 4WD system 4X4 AUTO - Power to all four wheels; used for normal street and highway driving. 4X4 HIGH (4WD High) - Used for extra traction such as in snow or icy roads or in off-road...

3. Place the transmission in N (Neutral).4. Press the desired 4WD position. • If shifting into 4X4 LOW (4WD Low), wait for the 4X4 LOW light inthe instrument cluster to turn on indicating the shift is complete. • If shifting out of 4X4 LOW (4WD Low), wait for the 4X4 LOW light inthe instrument clust...

pavement only after reducing your speed. Do not turn the steeringwheel too sharply while returning to the road surface. • It may be safer to stay on the apron or shoulder of the road and slowdown gradually before returning to the pavement. You may losecontrol if you do not slow down or if you turn t...

Do not spin the wheels at over 56 km/h (35 mph). The tires mayfail and injure a passenger or bystander. Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turnmust be made, remember to avoid “over-driving” your vehicle, i.e.,turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and a...

4WD Systems 4WD (when you select a 4WD mode) uses all four wheels to power thevehicle. This increases traction, enabling you to drive over terrain androad conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. Power is supplied to all four wheelsthrough a transfer case. On 4WDvehicles, the t...

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

Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction onsnow and ice. Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when startingfrom a full stop. Avoid sudden braking as well. Although a 4WD vehicle may acceleratebetter than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won’t stop anyfaster...

Do not use “aftermarket lift kits” or other suspension modifications,whether or not they are used with larger tires and wheels. These “aftermarket lift kits” could adversely affect the vehicle’s handlingcharacteristics, which could lead to loss of vehicle control or rollover andserious injury. Tires...

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...

Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility andfour-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any morethan low-slung sports cars are desig...

Company strongly recommends that you do not make modifications suchas adding or removing parts (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or byusing replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment. Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can makeit more likely ...

SPECIAL LOADING INSTRUCTIONS FOR OWNERS OF PICKUPTRUCKS AND UTILITY-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 may handle differently than unloaded vehicles.Extra precaution...

• Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 800 km(500 miles). • Refer to the instructions included with towing accessories for theproper installation and adjustment specifications. Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the Safety ComplianceCertification label. For load sp...

4x2 w/automatic transmission GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weight *-When towing maximum loads under high outside temperatures andon steep grades, the A/C system may cycle on and off to protect theengine from overheating. This may result in a temporary increase ofinterior temperatures. ...

Hitches Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper. Use a loadcarrying hitch. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that10–15% of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue. Safety chains Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the frame or hook retainersof the vehic...

Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut offautomatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. • Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. • To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will ...

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...

Roadside Emergencies 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 th...

Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1–800–665–2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain reimbursementinformation, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call1-800-241-3673; Lincoln vehicle custo...

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

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

Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below theinstrument panel on the driver’sside. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel box. 1 6 16 21 26 27 28 29 30 22 23 24 25 17 18 19 20 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 2 3 4 5 Roadside Emergencies 184

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 22 10A ABS, IVD Controller 23 15A Brake pedal position switch,Driver brake applied relay,Redundant cruise deactivateswitch 24 15A Cigar lighter, OBD II 25 5A Mode-Temperature actuator forauxiliary climate control, Trail...

Passenger compartment fuse panel (top side) These relays are located on the reverse side of the passengercompartment fuse panel. See your dealer or a certified technician forservice of this relay box. Fuse/Relay Location Description Relay 1 Flasher relay Relay 2 Rear defrost Relay 3 Delayed accessor...

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

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description 56 — Starter relay 57 — PTEC relay 58 — Ignition relay 59 — Driver brake applied relay(vehicles equipped withAdvanceTrac y only) 60 — PCM diode 61 — A/C clutch diode 62 30A CB Power windows circuit breaker * Mini Fuses ** Maxi Ca...

CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving: • do not brake heavily. • gradually decrease the vehicle’s speed. • hold the steering wheel firmly. • 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 tire...

When one of the rear wheels is off the ground, the transmissionalone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the transmission is in P (Park). Note: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle isbeing jacked. 4. Block the wheel that is diagonallyopp...

Removing the jack and tools 1. Open liftgate and remove thecarpeted floor lid and jack cover. 2. Turn jack screw eyeletcounterclockwise and remove thejack from the bracket. 3. Remove the tools from theprovided bag. Rotate the wrench socket out fromthe handle. Roadside Emergencies 195

Removing the spare tire Do not use an impact wrench on the winch drive nut. This willdamage the spare tire winch. 1. Open the cover from the carpeting on cargo floor to expose the winchdrive nut. 2. Insert the lug wrench on thewinch drive nut. The wrench will stop moving andforward resistance to tur...

3. Turn the wrenchcounterclockwise until the tire islowered to the ground and the cablehas slack. When turning the wrench,make sure that it does not scuff thekick plate. 4. Slide the tire rearward, lift oneside and remove the retainer fromthe spare tire. Changing the spare tire To prevent the vehicl...

To lessen the risk ofpersonal injury, do not put any part of your body under thevehicle while changing a tire. Donot start the engine when yourvehicle is on the jack. The jack isonly meant for changing the tire. • Never use the front or reardifferential as a jacking point. 5. Remove the lug nuts wit...

tire carrier will not allow you to overtighten. If the spare tire carrierratchets or slips with little effort, take the vehicle to your dealer forassistance at your earliest convenience. 4. Check that the tire lies flat against the frame and is properlytightened. Try to push or pull, then turn the t...

1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle. 2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this coulddamage the vehicle’s electrical system. 3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehiclemaking sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake on b...

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery. 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to the providedjumpstarting bolt. Do not use fuel li...

5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts ofboth engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine atmoderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicl...

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...

Customer Assistance 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 vehi...

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

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

Board membership The Board consists of: • three consumer representatives • a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representative Consumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained byan independent consulting firm. The dealership Board member is chosenfrom Ford and Lincoln Mercury deale...

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...

Cleaning 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 disco...

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 Ford Extra Strength Tar andRoad Oil Removal (B7A-19520–AA). WIN...

INTERIOR TRIM • Clean the interior trim areas with a damp cloth, then dry by wipingwith a dry, soft, clean cloth. • Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage thefinish. INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, cloth seats and safety belts: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. • ...

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...

Maintenance and Specifications SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS • Use the Scheduled Maintenance Guide to track routine service. • Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service partsconforming to specifications. • Your dealership can provide parts and service. PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHI...

OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom left corner of the instrumentpanel. Maintenance and Specifications 224

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Engine oil dipstick 4. Brake fluid reservoir 5. Power distribution box 6. Battery 7. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Air filter assembly 9. Windshield washer fluid reservoir...

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID 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 WSB-M8B16–A2.Refer to Lubricant specifications in the Capacities and specifications cha...

1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into theoil pan. 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 the e...

• 4.6L V8 engine 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 MIN mark, add enough oil to raise the levelwithin the MIN-MAX range . Maint...

• 4.0L SOHC V6 engine • 4.6L V8 engine • Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oilmust be removed from the engine by a service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking ...

3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above theMAX hole on the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). 4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated. 5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise1/4 of a turn or until three clicks ca...

4.0L Engine Look for this certificationtrademark. SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recommended. Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the AmericanPetroleum Institute (API). Use Motorcraft or an equivalent oil meetingFord Specification WSS-M2C205–A. Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, oi...

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

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

If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery isreconnected. • Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized...

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

Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam andscalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluidcontainer. If sprayed on the windshield, engine...

system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low level of coolantcan result in engine overheating and possible engine damage. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a recycled engine coolantproduced by Ford-approved processes in vehicles originally equippedwith Motorc...

3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool. 4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine isrunning or hot. 5. Restart the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility. Driving the vehicle without repairing ...

Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materialsand any open flames beforefueling your vehicle. • Always turn off the vehicle beforefueling. • Automotive fuels can be harmfulor fatal if swallowed. Fuels such as gasoline and ethanol are highlytoxic an...

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

Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines toimprove air quality. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverseaffect on powertrain components. If you have run out of fuel: • You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ...

For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling,an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running. • Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each timethe tank is filled. • Allow no more than 2...

Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to changea number of variables and improve your fuel economy. Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will usually gi...

• Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately0.4 km/L [1 mpg] is lost for every 180 kg [400 lb] of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bugdeflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) mayreduce fuel economy. • Fuel e...

CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Refer to the scheduled maintenanceguide for the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is necessary, useonly MERCON t ATF. • 4.0L SOHC V6 engine • 4.6L V8 engine 1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal o...

CHECKING AND ADDING TRANSFER CASE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug andinspect the fluid level. 3. Add only enough fluid throughthe filler opening so that the fluidlevel is at the bottom of theopening. Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to Lubr...

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...

Replacing tires Replace the tires when the wearband is visible. Due to exposure tothe elements and exhaust youshould replace the spare tire whenyou replace the other tires. Never mix radial bias-beltedtires, or bias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listedon the Certification Label. Makes...

Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (if equipped) The tire pressure monitoring system provides the driver with a warningmessage indicating when tire pressure is severely low or high. Thissystem is a supplement to normal tire maintenance including regularmanual inspections. The device will inform ...

2 Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amountof transmission fluid and fluid level should be checked by a qualifiedtechnician. 3 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. 4 All rear a...

Item Ford PartName orequivalent Ford PartNumber FordSpecification Engine coolant MotorcraftPremium EngineCoolant(green-colored) VC-4-A (US) orCXC-10(Canada) ESE-M97B44-A MotorcraftPremium GoldEngine Coolant(yellow-colored) VC-7–A WSS-M97B51-A1 4.0L Engine oil Motorcraft SAE5W30 SuperPremium MotorOil...

VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Dimensions 4-Door 4x2 or 4x4 XLT Model mm(in.) (1) Overall length 4817 (189.6) (2) Overall width 1831 (72.1) (3) Maximum height* 1826 (71.9) (4) Wheelbase 2889 (113.7) (5) Track width, front 1547 (60.9) (5) Track width, rear 1556.5 (61.3) * Height includes roof rack and P255/70R16...

Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number(VIN) is a 17 digit combination ofletters and numbers. The VIN isattached to a metal tag and islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel. The VIN numberis also found on the Certificationlabel. (Please note that in thegraphic XXXX is rep...

Accessories 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 ...

Protection and appearance equipment Air bag anti-theft locks All-weather floor mats B-pillar trim kit Cargo liners, interior Carpet floor mats Door edge guards Front end covers (full and sport) Front hood deflectors Grille guard/brush guard Interior trim kit Locking gas cap Molded splash guards Moon...

Index A Accessory delay ..........................53Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ................................117, 122 and child safety seats ............119description ......................117, 122disposal ....................................125driver air bag ..................119, 123i...