Ford 2005 Excursion v.3- User Manual

systems. In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, FordMotor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities mayaccess vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to yourvehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle. Event Data Recording Other modules in y...

Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate thanother types of vehicles. Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Guide carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type,failur...

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Airbag - Front Airbag - Side Child Seat Child Seat InstallationWarning Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -...

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 ...

Check fuel cap (if equipped): Illuminates when the fuel cap maynot be properly installed. Continueddriving with this light on may causethe Service engine soon warninglight to come on. Refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Check gage: Illuminates when any of the foll...

Airbag readiness: If this light fails to illuminate when ignition is turnedto ON, continues to flash or remainson, have the system servicedimmediately by your authorized dealer. A chime will also sound when amalfunction in the supplemental restraint system has been detected. Safety belt: Reminds you...

Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range (between “H” and“C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stopthe vehicle as soon as saf...

Engine oil pressure gauge: Indicates engine oil pressure. Theneedle should stay in the normaloperating range (between “L” and“H”). If the needle falls below thenormal range, stop the vehicle, turnoff the engine and check the engineoil level. Add oil if needed. If the oillevel is correct, have your v...

Yellow area (warning) — the transmission fluid is higher thannormal operating temperature. Thiscan be caused by special operationconditions (i.e. towing or off roaduse). Refer to Special Operating Conditions in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for instructions. Operating thetransmission for extended ...

PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase/decreasevolume. 2. SCAN: Press to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations,tape selections or CD tracks. Pressagain to stop. 3. CD slot: Insert a CD with the label side up. CD units ...

3. Comp (Compression): In CD mode, press to adjust the soft and loud passages together for a more consistent listening level. Press the COMPcontrol until COMP ON is displayed. 4. Mute: Press to MUTE playing media; press again return to playingmedia. In CD mode, MUTE acts as apause feature. 5. Eject:...

broadcasting a traffic report (if it is broadcasting RDS data). Traffic information is not available in most U.S. markets. FIND Program type: In FM mode with RDS ON, this feature allows you to search RDS-equipped stations for a certain category of music format:Classic, Country, Info, Jazz, Oldies, R...

5. Volume: Press + to increase and — to decrease volume levels. From the rear seat controls, volume cannot be set higher than the front seatsetting. 6. Media: Push to toggle between AM, FM1, FM2, tape, CD or CD changer mode (if equipped). RADIO FREQUENCIES AM and FM frequencies are established by th...

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 CD cleanerand wipe from the center out. Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periodsof time. • Insert more than one ...

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...

FWD or REV control for slow motion playback. Three different speedsare available depending on how long the control is held. Press thecontrol once for slow motion playback. Press the control again todisengage slow motion playback. Press the PLAY/PAUSE control toreturn to normal playback mode. User me...

Rear seat controls The rear seat controls allow the rearseat passengers to operate theradio, tape, CD, DVD or AUX (ifequipped). Adjusting the volume from the rear seat controls The volume control allows the rearseat passengers to adjust thevolume level of the desiredselection. Press the + control to...

Using wired headphones/Personal Audio Feature Single play mode will allow allpassengers to listen to the samemedia source through all speakers.The Personal Audio Feature (dualplay) allows the front seatpassengers to listen to one source (radio, TAPE, CD, DVD, or AUX)while the rear seat passengers li...

Press the memory preset controls 2and 4 simultaneously to togglebetween single play and thePersonal Audio Feature. Wireless headphones (for DVD system only) Your system is equipped with 2 setsof wireless headphones. (Two AAAbatteries are needed to operate theheadphones.) Batteries are included. To i...

Playback and format • The DVD player of your Rear Seat Entertainment DVD System canonly be used in the “playback” mode. (The DVD player does not offera record feature.) • The system plays standard CDs or DVDs. • The DVD player is only capable of playback of DVDs and CDs. Theplayer is not compatible ...

incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compactdiscs may not function correctly when used in Ford DVD/CDplayers. Irregular shaped discs, discs with a scratch protectionfilm attached, and discs with homemade paper (adhesive) labelsshould not be inserted into the player. The label may pe...

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

Do not expose the liquid crystal display (LCD) flip-down screento direct sunlight or intensive ultraviolet rays for extensiveperiods of time. Ultraviolet rays deteriorate the liquid crystal. Be sure to review user manuals for video games and video gameequipment when used as auxiliary inputs for your...

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

HEATER ONLY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. 2. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle. 3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. See the following for a brie...

: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and demister vents. Operating tips • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, placethe air flow selector in the position. • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle, do not drive with theair flow selector in...

AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Press the AUTO and (floor/defrost) controls at the same time and hold for one second to switch between Fahrenheit and Celsius. 1. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use withrecirculated air to improve coolingperformance and efficien...

• To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly openfor 2–3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been “aired out.” For maximum cooling performance in AUTO mode: • Press AUTO control and set to desired temperature. For maximum cooling performance using manual override modes...

vehicle. If the main climate control system is in Max A/C mode (formanual controls) or in full cooling (for automatic controls) the auxiliarytemperature selection will not adjust airflow temperature. 3. Airflow control: FLOOR directs air to the floor of the third row seating. PANEL directs air to th...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights normallycontrolled by the hea...

Foglamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control also operatesthe foglamps. The foglamps can beturned on only when the headlamp control is in the , or position and the high beams are notturned on. In autolamp mode, the foglampswon’t be operational until lightingconditions warrant the activation of...

4. On the wall or screen you willobserve a light pattern with adistinct horizontal edge towards theright. If this edge is not at thehorizontal reference line, the beam will need to be adjusted so the edgeis at the same height as the horizontal reference line. 5. Locate the vertical adjuster oneach h...

INTERIOR LAMPS Dome/Map lamps (if equipped) The map lamps and controls arelocated on the dome lamp. Press thecontrols on either side of each maplamp to activate the lamps. Rear courtesy/reading lamps • Second row courtesy/reading lamp • Third row courtesy/reading lamp The courtesy lamps light when: ...

Rear dome lamp The dome lamp lights when: • any door is opened (and switch isin middle position). • the instrument panel dimmerswitch is held up until thecourtesy lamps come on. • any of the remote entry controlsare pressed and the ignition is OFF (and switch is in the middleposition). With the igni...

Replacing park/turn and sidemarker lamp bulbs 1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the OFF position and openthe hood. 2. Remove the four screws from thetop and bottom front of theheadlamp assembly. 3. Press the retaining clip at the topof the headlamp assembly whilepulling the assembly strai...

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 vehicle speed. T...

Changing the wiper blades 1. Pull the wiper arm away from thevehicle. Turn the blade at an anglefrom the wiper arm. Push the lockpin manually to release the bladeand pull the wiper blade downtoward the windshield to remove itfrom the arm. 2. Attach the new wiper to thewiper arm and press it into pla...

TRANSMISSION CONTROL Tow/Haul feature (5–speed automatic transmission) (if equipped) To activate, press the transmissioncontrol switch (TCS) located on thegearshift. The TOW/HAUL indicatorlight will illuminate on the gearshiftlever or in the instrument cluster,depending on how your vehicle isequippe...

Forward storage bin (if equipped) Press the release control to openthe storage compartment. The doorwill open slightly and can be movedto full open. The storage compartment may beused to secure sunglasses or asimilar object. Installing a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can b...

• Located in the left side storagecompartment in the third rowseating position. • Located on the right trim panel inthe rear cargo area. POWER WINDOWS Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not letchildren play with the power windows. They may seriously injure themselves. When closin...

Reducing speed while using speed control There are two ways to reduce a setspeed: • Press and hold the COASTcontrol until you get to thedesired speed, then release thecontrol. You can also use theCOAST control to operate theTap-Down function. Press andrelease this control to decrease the vehicle set...

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

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

2. Press the E/M and MODEcontrols simultaneously. The displaywill illuminate the “AVG” indicator.While the indicator is lit, releaseboth controls to reset the averagefuel economy. Fuel range. This function estimates approximately how far you can drive with the fuel remaining in your tank under norma...

The compass heading is displayed in average fuel economy modes, fuelrange modes and temperature modes. The compass reading may be affected when you drive near largebuildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magneticor metallic objects placed in or on the vehicle may also affect ...

1. Locate the trip computer located in the overhead console. 2. Start the vehicle. 3. Press and hold both tripcomputer controls. Afterapproximately eight seconds, thetrip computer will enter CAL mode.CAL mode is indicated when thedisplay lights the “CAL” indicator. 4. Release both controls. The disp...

Note: If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turns to a continuous red, proceed with Steps 6 through 8 to completeprogramming of a rolling code equipped device. 6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage,locate the “learn” or “smart” button (usually...

Operating the HomeLink 姞 Wireless Control System To operate, simply press and releasethe appropriate HomeLink 威 button. Activation will now occur for thetrained product (garage door, gateoperator, security system, entrydoor lock, or home or office lightingetc.). For convenience, thehand-held transmi...

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

The cargo doors and liftgate should be closed before driving yourvehicle. Make sure the liftgate and/or the cargo doors are closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. Leavingthe liftgate and/or the cargo doors open could cause serious damage tothe TriDoors and its components....

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 the SecuriLock 娂 passive anti-theft system section in this chapter for more ...

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 ...

2. Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals on the backsurface of the circuit board. 3. Remove the old battery. Note: Please refer to local regulations when disposing of transmitter batteries. 4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the diagram inside the remote entrytransmitter for the correc...

The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or • any door or the liftgate is open. The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 30 minutes after theignition has been turned to the 3 (OFF) position, 10 minutes after if thedome lamp is off, and 30 ...

3. Press and hold the 1 • 2 for two seconds. This must be done within five seconds of completing Step 2. Your personal code is now erased and only the factory set 5–digit codewill work. Anti-scan feature If an incorrect code has been entered 7 times (35 consecutive buttonpresses), the keypad will go...

SECURILOCK 姟 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM SecuriLock 娂 passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilization system. This system is designed to help prevent the engine from beingstarted unless a coded key programmed to your vehicle is used. The use of the wrong type of coded key may lead to a “no-start...

Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediatelyafter switching the ignition to the 3(OFF) position. The THEFT indicator will flash every two seconds when the vehicleis armed. Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 4 (ON)position with a coded key disarms the vehicle. • The THEFT indicato...

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. Before returning the seatback to...

Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion. Press to raise or lower the frontportion of the seat cushion. Press to raise or lower the rearportion of the seat cushion. Press the control to move the seatforward, backward, up or down. He...

REAR SEATS Head restraints To properly adjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that itis located directly behind your head or as close to that position aspossible. Push or pull the head restraint tothe desired position. Rear folding seats (if equipped) Folding down rear seats into lo...

5. Lift the lower seat control andflip the seatback down. 6. For bench seats only, lift up flapon seatback to release closeoutpanel. 7. For bench seats only, rotate panelto closeout the space between theseatback and the floor. Returning the seat to upright Before returning the seatback to its origin...

1. For bench seats, rotate the closeout panel onto the seatback andsecure with the retaining flap. 2. Lift the lower seat control. 3. Pull up on the seatback whilelifting the handle to lift the seatbackinto the upright position. Note: The front seat may need to be moved forward to ease operation. 4....

3. Verify that the safety belts can move freely on either side of the seat. 4. Lift the lever and pull up the seatback to drive position. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across the hips. To reduce the risk ...

or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forwardmovement of the driver and passengers. Automatic locking mode When to use the automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt willstill retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt....

How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap/shoulder belt and allow it to retractcompletely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate thevehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. After any vehicle collision, the safety belt systems at all outboardseating p...

Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt restsacross the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt andincrease the risk of injury in a collision. Lap belts Adjusting the lap belt The lap belt should fit snugl...

• 2nd row center seating position (if equipped) The lap belt will not adjust automatically. To fasten, grasp the tongue,and with a continuous motion, pull out enough webbing to buckle thetongue into the correct buckle. If you did not pull out enough webbing toreach the buckle, allow the tongue to re...

If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the vehicle hasreached at least 3 mph (5 km/h)and 1-2 minutes have elapsedsince the ignition switch hasbeen turned to ON... The BeltMinder 娂 feature is activated - the safety belt warning lightilluminates and the warning chimesounds for 6 s...

• This will enable the BeltMinder 娂 feature if it is currently disabled. As confirmation, the safety belt warning light will flash 4 times persecond for 3 seconds, followed by 3 seconds with the light off, thenfollowed by the safety belt warning light flashing 4 times per secondfor 3 seconds again. ...

AIRBAG 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 is a risk of injury from adeploying airbag. All occupants of th...

Children and airbags 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. Airbags can k...

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 Airbag readiness section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the airbag is not required. A difficulty with the system is ...

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...

Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of thesequestions: • Can the child sit all the way backagainst the vehicle seat back withknees bent comfortably at theedge of the seat withoutslouching? • Does the lap belt rest low across the hips? • Is the shoulder belt centered on the s...

The shoulder belt should cross the chest, resting snugly on the center ofthe shoulder. The lap belt should rest low and snug across the hips,never up high across the stomach. If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat, placing a rubberized meshsold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat...

Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulderbelts Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place a rear-facing child seat in front of an active airbag. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the wayback. Children 12 and un...

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...

• Second row 60/40 bench seat Note: In the right seating position, use either tether anchor. • Second row bucket seats Note: For each seat, use either tether anchor. 2005 Excursion (hdw) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA (fus) Seating and Safety Restraints 131

NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS Utility vehicles and trucks handledifferently than passenger cars inthe various driving conditions thatare encountered on streets,highways and off-road. Utilityvehicles and trucks are not designedfor cornering at speeds as high aspassenger cars any more tha...

Power is supplied to all four wheelsthrough a transfer case or powertransfer unit. 4WD vehicles allowyou to select different drive modesas necessary. Information ontransfer case operation and shiftingprocedures can be found in the Driving chapter. Information on transfer case maintenance can be foun...

Every day before you drive, checkyour tires. If one looks lower thanthe others, use a tire gauge to checkpressure of all tires and adjust ifrequired. At least once a month and beforelong trips, inspect each tire andcheck the tire pressure with a tiregauge (including spare, if equipped).Inflate all t...

Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressureeven if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information foundon the tire. The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is found onthe Safety Compliance Certification Label which is located on the B-Pillaror the edge of th...

5. Repeat this procedure for each tire, including the spare. Note: Some spare tires require higher inflation pressure than the other tires. Check the Safety Compliance Certification Label on the B pillar orthe edge of the driver’s door for the recommended spare tire pressure.6. Visually inspect the ...

Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the same sizeand type (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford. Use of any tire orwheel not recommended by Ford can affect the safety andperformance of your vehicle, which could result in ...

different in brand, size or appearance from the road tires and wheels. Ifyou have a dissimilar spare tire/wheel, then it is intended for temporaryuse only. This means that if you need to use it, you should replace it assoon as possible with a road tire/wheel that is the same size and type asthe road...

If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could beseriously injured. 1. Park on a level surface, activatehazard flashers and set the parkingbrake. 2. Turn engine OFF and block thediagonally opposite wheel (block notprovided). 3. Remove the jack, jack handle, lugwrench and spare tire fro...

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

11. Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise. 12. Remove the jack and fullytighten the lug nuts in the ordershown. Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this chapter for the proper lug nuttorque specification. 13. Stow the flat tire, jack, jackhandle and lug wrench...

When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt orforeign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum or brake disc thatcontacts the wheel. Ensure that any fasteners that attach the rotor tothe hub are secured so they do not interf...

3. 65: Indicates the aspect ratio which gives the tire’s ratio of height to width. 4. R: Indicates a “radial” type tire. 5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheeldiameter. 6. 95: Indicates the tire’...

Label which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door.The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than therecommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings suchas standard load, radial tubeless, etc. Additional i...

Information on “T” type tires “T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below: T145/80D16 is an example of a tiresize. Note: The temporary tire size for your vehicle may be different fromthis example. 1. T: Indicates a type of tire, ...

Safety practices Driving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety. • Observe posted speed limits • Avoid fast starts, stops and turns • Avoid potholes and objects on the road • Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking If your vehicle is stuck in snow,...

Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the scheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle) will help your tires wear more evenly, providing better tire performance andlonger tire life. Unless otherwise specified, rotate the tires approximatelye...

• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)vehicles/Four Wheel Drive(4WD)/ All Wheel Drive (AWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram) Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask an authorized dealer to check for and correct any wheel misalignment, ti...

tires and chains. If you need to use chains, it is recommended that steelwheels (of the same size and specifications) be used, as chains may chipaluminum wheels. Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains: • Use only SAE Class S chains. • Install chains securely, verifying that the cha...

Payload – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the vehicle is carrying. The maximum payload for your vehicle can be foundon the Tire Label on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door(vehicles exported outside the US and Canada may not have a TireLabel). Look for “THE COMBINED WEI...

Example only: Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight, including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loador king pin weight is also part of cargo weight. 2005 Excursion (hdw) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)USA (fus) Tires, Wheels and Loading 158

GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). These numbers are shown on the Safety Compliance...

GVWR (Gross Vehicle WeightRating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the fully loadedvehicle (including all options,equipment, passengers and cargo). The GVWR is shown on theSafety Compliance CertificationLabel located on the B-Pillar orthe edge of the driver’s door.The GVW must never exceed theGV...

mandatory options, no cargo (internal or external), a tongue load of10–15% (conventional trailer) or king pin weight of 15–25% (fifth wheeltrailer), and driver only (150 lb. [68 kg]). Consult your authorized dealer (or the RV and Trailer Towing Guide provided by your authorized dealer) for more deta...

Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks andutility-type vehicles For important information regarding safe operation of this typeof vehicle, see the Preparing to drive your vehicle section in the Driving chapter of this Owner’s Guide . Loaded vehicles may handle differently than unlo...

Note: Adjusting an equalizing hitch so the rear bumper of the vehicle is higher than it was unloaded will defeat the function of the loadequalizing hitch and may cause unpredictable handling. Safety chains Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the frame or hook retainersof the vehicle hitch....

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 transmission shifting, activate the To...

Launching or retrieving a boat When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval, • Do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge ofthe rear bumper. • Do not allow waves to break higher than 6 inches (15 cm) above thebottom edge of the rear bumper. • Disconnect the trai...

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

Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dryground cover. The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire. Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosedareas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage d...

• If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the light may not illuminate. Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (START). 2. Turn the key to 5 (START), thenrelease the key as soon as theengine starts. Excessive crankingcould damage the starter. Note: If the engine d...

Guarding against exhaust fumes Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoidits dangerous effects. If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealerinspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. Important ventilating information If ...

Even when the ABS is disabled,normal braking is still effective. (Ifyour BRAKE warning lampilluminates with the parking brakereleased, have your brake system serviced immediately.) Using ABS When hard braking is required, apply continuous force on the brakepedal; do not pump the brake pedal since th...

Pull the right side of the releaselever to release the parking brake;the release lever pulls at an angletoward the driver’s door. To preventthe pedal from releasing too quickly,place your left foot on the parkingbrake pedal, then pull the releaselever, making sure the pedal fullyreleases. You may wa...

• loose or worn steering components • improper steering alignment If any steering components are serviced or replaced, install newfasteners (many are coated with thread adhesive or have prevailingtorque features which may not be re-used). Never re-use a bolt or nut.Torque fasteners to specifications...

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

N (Neutral) With the gearshift lever in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and isfree to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this position. (Overdrive) The normal driving position for thebest fuel economy. Transmissionoperates in gears one through four. (Overdrive) can be deactivated by pr...

• Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transmission todownshift to second gear at the appropriate vehicle speed. 1 (First) • Provides maximum engine braking. • Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever. • Will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; allows for 1 (First)when vehi...

Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to thetransmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat. REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The Reverse Sensing System (RSS) sounds a tone to warn the driver ofobstacles near the rear bumper when the R (Reverse) is selected and th...

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

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

Shifting from 4x4 HIGH (4WD High) to 4x4 LOW (4WD Low) 1. Bring the vehicle to either a complete stop or vehicle speed below3 mph (5 km/h).2. Depress the brake.3. Place the gearshift in N (Neutral). 4. Move the 4WD control to the 4x4LOW position. 5. Hold the shift conditions until theLOW RANGE indic...

sideways out of control or roll over. Remember, your safety and thesafety of others should be your primary concern. 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 vehi...

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...

Once through water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop thevehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by movingyour vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Be cautious of sudden changes in vehicle speed or direction when youare driving in mud. Eve...

DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially when the depth is not known. Never drive throughwater that is higher than the bottom of the hubs (for trucks) or thebottom of the wheel rims (for cars). When driving through water,traction o...

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...

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...

This switch is located in the frontpassenger’s footwell, behind the kickpanel access cover. To reset the switch: 1. Turn the ignition OFF. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no leaks are apparent, reset theswitch by pushing in on the resetbutton. 4. Turn the ignition ON. 5. Wait a few seconds...

Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses Fuse link cartridge 2A Grey Grey — — — 3A Violet Violet — — — 4A Pink Pink — — — 5A Tan Tan — — — 7.5A Brown Brown — — — 10A Red Red — — — 15A Blue Blue — — — 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow ...

To remove a fuse use the fuse pullertool provided on the fuse panelcover. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high currentfuses. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, always replace the coverto the passenger compartment fuse panel/power distribution box before reconnecting the battery. ...

Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. Automatictransmissions do not have push-start capability; doing so maydamage the catalytic converter. Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, thetransmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the tr...

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

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

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

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, yourroadside assistance service provider. On 4x2 vehicles, it is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the front wheelson the ground and the rear wheels ...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home You must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized dealer for warrantyrepairs. While any authorized dealer handling your vehicle line willprovide warranty service, we recommend you return to your sellingauthorized dealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfac...

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 • An authorized dealer representative Consumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained byan independent consulting firm. The dealership Board member is chosenfrom authorized dealer management, recognized for t...

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...

authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concernhave been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartialthird party mediation/arbitration program administered by the CanadianMotor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP). The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relat...

Or call: For a free publication catalog, order toll free: 1-800-782-4356 Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. EST Helm, Incorporated can also be reached by their website:www.helminc.com. (Items in this catalog may be purchased by credit card, check ormoney order.) Obtaining a French owner’s guide Fre...

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 isavailable from your authorized dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can dis...

racks, bumpers, side moldings, mirror housings or the windshield cowlarea. The paint sealant will “gray” or stain the parts over time. PAINT CHIPS Your authorized dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match yourvehicle’s color. Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’sdoor jamb) t...

• Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunning engine may cause internal damage. • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaningthe engine. • 5.4L V8/6.8L V10 gasoline engines PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plas...

special solution in addition to alcohol which helps to remove the hotwax deposited on the wiper blade and windshield from automated carwash facilities. Be sure to replace wiper blades when they appearworn or do not function properly. • Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches. • Do not use ...

• If a ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire areaimmediately (but do not oversaturate) or the ring will set. • Do not use household cleaning products or glass cleaners, which canstain and discolor the fabric and affect the flame retardant abilities ofthe seat materials. Do n...

Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42) Motorcraft Car Care Kit (ZC-26) Motorcraft Car Wash (Canada only) (CXC-21) Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner (ZC-15) Motorcraft Custom Clear Coat Polish (ZC–8–A) Motorcraft Custom Vinyl Protectant (U.S. only) (ZC-40-A) Motorcraft Dash and Vinyl Cleaner (ZC...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation. • We provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer ca...

OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom left corner of the instrumentpanel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle andrelease the auxiliary latch locatedunder the right center of the hood.Slide the handle to release theauxiliary latch. 3. Lift the hood ...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5.4L V8/6.8L V10 gasoline engines Refer to the 6.0 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement for diesel engine component locations. 1. Battery 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Transmission fluid dipstick 4. Engine oil dipsti...

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.Do not use any special washer fluidsuch as windshield water repellenttype fluid or bug wash. They m...

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...

2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certifiedengine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler capand use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening. 3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above thenormal operating ra...

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 ...

Note: Electrical or electronic accessories or components added tothe vehicle by the dealer or the owner may adversely affectbattery performance and durability. Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can causepersonal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to c...

5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 6. Release the parking brake. With your foot on the brake pedal and withthe A/C on, put the vehicle in D (Drive) and allow the engine to idle forat least one minute. 7. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process. • Th...

• Freeze protection down to -34°F (-36°C). • Boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C). • Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. • Enables calibrated gauges to work properly. When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be at ...

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...

coolant degas system with a pressurized cap, or if it is necessary toremove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle withan overflow system, follow these steps to add engine coolant. To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the engine iscool before unscrewing the coolant ...

Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recyclingand disposing of automotive fluids. Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, referto Refill capacities in this section....

4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine isrunning or hot. 5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problemincreases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehi...

• Extinguish all smoking materialsand any open flames beforerefueling your vehicle. • Always turn off the vehicle beforerefueling. • Automotive fuels can be harmfulor fatal if swallowed. Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and ifswallowed can cause death or permanent injury. If fuel is swallowed,c...

Refueling Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severeinjuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others: • Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island; • Turn off your engine when you are refueling; • Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle; • Keep spa...

Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly. However, ifit knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuelwith the recommended octane rating, see your authorized dealer toprevent any engine damage. Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting, rough idle or hes...

• Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time. Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent. Calculating fuel economy 1. Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading(in miles or kilometers). 2. Each time you fill the tank, record ...

soon light is on, refer to the description in the Warning lights and chimes section of the Instrument Cluster chapter. Your vehicle may not pass the I/M test with the Check engine/Service engine soon light on. If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced,the on-board diag...

6. Recheck the fluid level on the dipstick. Do not add fluid if the level isbetween the arrows in the FULL COLD range.7. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checkingthe level until it reaches the FULL COLD range. Be sure to put thedipstick back in the reservoir. BRAKE FLUID...

Automatic transmission fluid filter (if equipped) The TorqShift automatictransmission is equipped with aserviceable external fluid filtermounted on the frame rail. Referto scheduled maintenance information for service intervals. To replace the transmission filter: 1. Shut off the engine. 2. Unscrew ...

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 Lubricant specifications...

Changing the air filter element 1. Loosen the clamp that securesthe air filter element in place. 2. Carefully separate the two halvesof the air filter housing. 3. Remove the air filter elementfrom the open end of the air filterhousing. 4. Install a new air filter element, ensuring the arrow on the t...

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford partname orequivalent Ford partnumber Fordspecification Spindle bearing HighTemperature4X4 Front Axleand WheelBearing Grease E8TZ-19590–A ESA-M1C198–A Front axle Motorcraft SAE80W-90Premium RearAxle Lubricant XY-80W-90–QL WSP-M2C197–A Rear axle Motorcraft SAE75W-14...

Item Ford partname orequivalent Ford partnumber Fordspecification Engineoil-Gasolineengines Motorcraft SAE5W-20 PremiumSynthetic BlendMotor Oil (US)Motorcraft SAE5W-20 SuperPremium MotorOil (Canada) XO-5W20-QSPCXO-5W20–LSP12 (Canada) WSS-M2C930-Aand APICertificationMark Engine oil-Dieselengine Refer...

Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number isattached to a metal tag and islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel. (Please note thatin the graphic XXXX isrepresentative of your vehicleidentification number.) The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followin...

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford or Ford of Canada dealer.These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to co...

A Accessory delay ..........................66 Air cleaner filter ...............254–256 Air conditioning ..........................45 Airbag supplementalrestraint system ........................118 and child safety seats ............120description ..............................118disposal ............