Ford 2005 Expedition v.1- User Manual

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? Inthis guide, answers to such questions are contained in commentshighlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should beread and observed. Warning symbol...

SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-BumperCoverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 6.0LPower Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is eligiblefor Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties. For adetai...

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

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat InstallationWarning Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -No...

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES 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 functions.Many lig...

Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperaturescould damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fire. Electronic throttle control (ifequipped): Illuminates when the engine has defaulted to a’limp-home’ ope...

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. Low washer fluid (if equipped): Illuminates ...

• With Full Message Center Press and release the messagecenter INFO button until TRIPmode appears in the display. Pressthe control again to select Trip 1and Trip 2 features. Press theRESET button to reset. Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute.Driving with your tachometerp...

PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD (IF EQUIPPED) 1. EJ (Eject): Press to stop and eject a tape. 2. EJ (Eject): Press to stop and eject a CD. 3. BASS: Allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bassoutput. Press BASS then press SELto decrease or increase the bass levels. TREB (Treble)...

In CD mode, REW control reverses the CD within the current track. FF (Fast Forward): Works in tape and CD modes. In the tape mode, tape directionautomatically reverses when the end of the tape is reached. In CD mode, FF advances the CD within the current track. 10. MUTE: Press to mute the playing me...

Speed sensitive volume (if equipped): Automatically changes the volume with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise. Therecommended level is 1–3. Level 0 turns the speed sensitive volume offand level 7 is the maximum setting.To engage the speed sensitive volume feature, press and hold th...

6. Bass: Press BASS; then press SEL / to decrease/increase the bass output. Treble: Press TREB; then press SEL / to decrease/increase the treble output. 7. Select: Use with Bass, Treble, Balance and Fade controls to adjustlevels and set the clock. 8. Balance: Press BAL; then press SEL / to shift sou...

Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume changes automatically and slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise.Recommended level is 1–3. Level 0 turns the feature off and level 7 isthe maximum setting.Press and hold the volume control for five seconds. Then press SEL toincrease ( )...

TREB (Treble): Allows you to increase or decrease the audiosystem’s treble output. Press TREBthen press TEXT/SEL todecrease or increase the treble levels. 4. BAL (Balance): Allows you to shift speaker sound between theright and left speakers. Press BALthen press TEXT/SEL to shift soundto the left or...

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

10. REPEAT: Press to repeat the current CD/MP3 track. 11. SHUFFLE: Press play the CD/MP3 tracks on the current discin random order. 12. FOLDER : Press to access the next MP3 directory. 13. FOLDER : Press to access the previous MP3 directory 14. FF (Fast forward): In CD mode, press until desired sele...

20. Load: Press to load a CD. Press and hold to load up to six discs. 21. CD: Press to enter CD mode. CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm)audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certainrecordable and re-recordable compact discs may not functioncorrec...

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

Turning the rear speakers on and off Press the headphone/speakercontrol to turn the rear speakers on(Single Play mode) or off (Dual Playmode). Using headphones/Dual Play mode Plug a 3.5 mm headphone (not included) into the jack. Press the speaker on/off control to operate the headphones. DUAL PLAYil...

Memory preset control Push the MEMORY/MEM controlsuccessively to allow rear seatpassengers to scroll through the 6memory presets in AM, FM1 orFM2. Push the MEMORY/MEM control inCD mode (if equipped) to advanceto the next disc. Seek function • In radio mode, press to find the next listenable station ...

RADIO FREQUENCIES AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and TelecommunicationsCommission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM - 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz FM- 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz RADIO RECEPTION FACTORS There are three factors th...

Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periodsof time. • Insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine. • Clean using a circular motion. CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm)audio compact discs only. Due to technical i...

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

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

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

• When the temperature of the DVD player becomes too hot, the hightemperature sensor circuit stops machine operation. DVD/CD HOT willilluminate in the radio display. • The DVD player will remain inactive until it cools to a normaloperating temperature. Length of time to cool will vary depending onco...

Inserting a CD/DVD into the DVD player automatically turns the powerON and playback should begin. The counter is automatically reset to 0:00:00. Removing a CD/DVD 1. Press the STOP/EJECT control to stop playback. 2. Press the STOP/EJECT control again to eject the CD/DVD. If the CD/DVD is not removed...

1. CD track 2. DVD chapter 3. SYSTEM COUNTER — displays current viewing time of desired media.(HOURS:MINUTES:SECONDS) 4. DVD/ CD STATUS (PLAY/FF/REW/PAUSE) 5. AUDIO OUTPUT (not changeable) 6. Subtitles (specific language type - English or Spanish, dependent ondisc capability and ON/OFF selection.) 7...

Whenever a warning is received, the radio volume will be loweredto a volume that will allow the tones to be heard. The radiovolume will return to the previous level after the warning goesaway. Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance Changes or modifications not approved by Ford Motor Compa...

moisture condensation occurs, do not insert a CD or DVD into theplayer. If one is already in the player, remove it. Turn the DVD player ONto dry the moisture before inserting a DVD. This could take an hour ormore. Cleaning the liquid crystal display (LCD) flip-down screen Clean the display screen by...

Safety information Please read and follow all stated safety precautions. Failure to doso may increase your risk of collision and personal injury. Ford Motor Company shall not be liable for any damages of anytype arising from failure to follow these guidelines. Do not attempt to service, repair or mo...

• For road safety reasons, the driver should program the system onlywhen the vehicle is stationary. Certain functions will therefore notoperate while the vehicle is in motion. • The navigation CD does not reflect road detours, closures orconstruction, road characteristics such as rough road surface,...

14. MENU: The MENU control works in both the audio andnavigation mode. Press to accessvarious menus in both modes. 15. HERE: The HERE control works in the navigation mode. Press thecontrol to identify the currentlocation of the vehicle. Quick start – how to get going To play a radio station: 1. Ensu...

3. Press the memory presets tochoose the desired disc in the CDDJ. Note: Navigation CD’s are not operational in the CD DJ. To use the Navigation system: 1. Ensure that the ignition and the VNR system are ON, and a map datadisc is inserted into the VNR CD slot. Note: To use the navigation system and ...

5. Use the cursor control to increaseor decrease the levels. The higherthe level selected, the greater thecompensation. The levels will beshown in the display. Decrease allthe way to the left to turn AVC off. AM/FM select The AM/FM control works in radio,CD and navigation modes. AM/FM select in radi...

Press the CD control until DVDappears in the display. (EJECT) — Press to stop DVD and eject the DVD disc. (PLAY) / II (PAUSE) — Press to play/pause the DVD. If in play mode, the DVD will pause when pressed. If in pause mode, the DVD willplay when pressed. (STOP) / AUX — If a DVD movie is playing, pr...

Rear seat controls (RSC) Your vehicle is equipped with rear seat controls, which allow the rearseat passengers to operate and listen to a different playing media thanthe front seat passengers. To engage the rear seat controls from the VNRsystem: • Press the headphone/speaker iconon the VNR system. T...

• Within a Town/City – Lists entries for a specific city in alphabetical order. Certain categories may not be available in some areas and POIs may notall be listed. Up to date information also depends upon using the latestnavigation CD available. Previous destination The last 50 destinations entered...

• Resume route - The navigationsystem displays the Select RouteCriteria screen. Refer to Selecting Route Criteria earlier in this chapter. • Cancel route - Press to return tothe main menu. If the ignition is not turned off,simply continue along your highlighted route. Route changes or cancellations ...

2. Press the ADJUST control toselect the hours or minutes to set. 3. Use the cursor control to increaseor decrease the hours or minutes. 4. Press DONE to set the time. 5. Select the SET soft key tosynchronize/set the minutes andseconds to GPS time. The hours will remain at the user set value. You ma...

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

DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DATC) SYSTEMWITH HEATED AND COOLED SEATS (IF EQUIPPED) 1. A/C control: Press to turn on and manually control the airconditioning. Press again todisengage. Press AUTO for the system to automatically control thetemperature. 2. Recirculation control: Press to engage/...

fourth time to disengage the feature (all lights will be off). Note: The passenger heated seat will turn off automatically after 15 minutes of use. 5. R (Rear defroster): Press to defrost the rear window. Refer to the Rear window defroster section in this chapter for more information. 6. Passenger c...

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 the OFF or (in cold weather) MAX A/C position. • Under normal weather conditions, do...

AUXILIARY A/C-HEATER CONTROLS (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 vehicle. Auxiliary climate controls are loc...

Rear auxiliary controls (if equipped): Once the front auxiliary control is set to REAR, the rear seat passengersmay use the rear auxiliary controls in the floor console to make thedesired adjustments. 1. Temperature control: Determines temperature levels. Ifthe main climate control system iscooling ...

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

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

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

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

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

6. Rotate the bulb socketcounterclockwise and remove fromthe lamp assembly. 7. Carefully pull the bulb out of thesocket and push in the new bulb. 8. Install the bulb socket into thelamp assembly and rotate clockwise. 9. Replace the lamp assembly andinstall all three retainer bolts on thelamp assembl...

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

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 It is recommended that wiper blades are renewed before winter. To replace the wiper blades: 1. Fold back the wiper arm andposition the wiper blade at rightangles to the wiper arm. 2. To remove, press the retainingclip (A) to disengage the wiperblade, then pull the blade dow...

Do not plug optional electricalaccessories into the cigarette lighter.Use the power point. Do not use the power point foroperating the cigarette lighterelement. The maximum power each powerpoint can supply depends on thefuse rating. For example: a 20A fuseshould supply a maximum of 240Watts, a 15A f...

Not equipped with rear climatecontrol POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED) Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not letchildren play with the power windows. They may seriously injure themselves. When closing the power windows, you should verify they are freeof obstructions and ensure that c...

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, audio sy...

1. Rotate the control clockwise toadjust the right mirror and rotatethe control counterclockwise toadjust the left mirror. 2. Move the control in the directionyou wish to tilt the mirror. 3. Return to the center position tolock mirrors in place. Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors are ...

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...

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

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

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

seconds (“cycle”) your hand-held transmitter until the frequency signal has been accepted by the HomeLink 威 . The indicator light will flash slowly and then rapidly after HomeLink 威 accepts the radio frequency signal. • Proceed with Step 4 in the “Programming” section. Operating the HomeLink 姞 Wirel...

For questions or comments, contact HomeLink 威 at www.homelink.com or 1–800–355–3515. ELECTRONIC COMPASS/TEMPERATURE DISPLAY WITHOUTMESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) Outside air temperature In vehicles without Dual ElectronicAutomatic Temperature Control(DEATC), the outside temperaturedisplay is contained...

4. Drive the vehicle slowly (less than 3 mph [5 km/h]) in circles untilCAL indicator turns off. As many as 5 complete circles may be required. 5. The compass is now calibrated. MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) With the ignition in the ON position,the message center, located on yourinstrument cluster, di...

1. To disable/enable the autolampdelay feature, select this functionfrom the SETUP control for thecurrent display mode. 2. Press the RESET control to selectthe new Autolamp delay values of >0, >10, >20, >30, >60, >90, >120 or>180. Reverse Sensing System (if equipped) This fea...

ADVTRAC OFF T/C ON with RSC (if equipped). Displayed on 4x4 vehicles only when 4x4 Low Range is selected. In this mode, the stabilityenhancement portion of the AdvanceTrac 娂 with RSC is disabled, but the traction enhancement feature remains enabled. For further information,refer to AdvanceTrac 娂 wit...

CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) The center console offers several useful storage features. These include: 1. Pen holder 2. Tissue holder 3. Large utility compartment 4. PalmPilot 娂 /PDA holder 5. Cupholders 6. Coin holder slots 7. Small utility compartment 8. Three power points Use only soft cups in th...

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

LUGGAGE RACK Your vehicle is equipped with a roofrack. The maximum recommendedload is 200 lbs (90 kg), evenlydistributed. If it is not possible todistribute the load, position it as farrearward as possible. To adjust cross-bar position (ifequipped): 1. Loosen the thumbwheel at bothends of the cross-...

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 are available throug...

Childproof door locks When these locks are set, the reardoors cannot be opened from theinside. The rear doors can beopened from the outside when thedoors are unlocked. The childproof locks are located onrear edge of each rear door andmust be set separately for eachdoor. Setting the lock for one door...

Sounding a panic alarm Press this control to activate thealarm. The personal panic alarm will cyclethe horn and parking lamps on/off. To deactivate the alarm, press thecontrol again or turn the ignition tothe 2 (ACCESSORY) or 3 (ON)position. Memory feature (if equipped) The remote entry system can a...

Deactivating the memory seat feature To deactivate this feature: 1. Press the SET control on the driver’s door panel. 2. Within 5 five seconds, press any control on the remote transmitterwhich you would like to deactivate and then press the SET control onthe driver’s door panel. 3. Repeat this proce...

Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmittershould operate normally after battery replacement. Replacing lost transmitters If a remote transmitter has been lost and you would like to remove itfrom the vehicle’...

Illuminated entry The lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlockthe door(s). The system automatically turns off after 25 seconds or when the ignitionis turned to the 2 (ACCESSORY) or 3 (ON) position. The dome lampcontrol must not be set to the off position for the illuminated en...

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

SEATING Front row adjustable head restraints Your vehicle’s seats are equipped with two-way adjustable headrestraints. The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit headmotion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your headrestraints, lift the head restraint so that it is loca...

Lift handle to move seat forward orbackward. Seat recliner Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across the hips. Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collisi...

Using the armrest (if equipped) Push the release control to movethe armrest up or down. Using the manual lumbar support The lumbar support control islocated on the outboard side of theseat. Turn the lumbar support controlforward for more support. Turn the lumbar support backwardfor less support. Usi...

Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuringpeople in a collision or sudden stop. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across t...

Memory seats/rearview mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped) This system allows automaticpositioning of the driver seat,outside rearview mirrors, andadjustable pedals to twoprogrammable positions. The memory seat control is locatedon the driver door. • To program position one, movethe driver seat, ...

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

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

Folding 40% seat system to full lowered load floor position Use caution when folding the seatback to the flat back positionas the system will move forward when you lift the release handle. 1. Locate the handle on the side ofthe seat, lifting it to release theseatback. 2. Ensure that the seat back is...

Adjusting the second row 20% seat (if equipped) Lift the handle to move the seatforward or backward. Note: This seat can be moved forward to keep a child in a childrestraint close to the front seat occupants. The seat should bemoved to the full rearward position when it is occupied by olderchildren ...

Push the top of the control buttonto return the seatback to its originalposition. The power folding seats are designed to stall within 1–10 secondsof encountering an obstruction when opening or closing. Shouldthis occur, remove the obstruction and wait approximately 1–4minutes for the seat motor to ...

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the PersonalSafety System serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technicianimmediately. Unless serviced, the system may not function properly inthe event of a collision. Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seat...

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the backseat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. Safety belts and seats can become hot in a vehicle that has beenclosed up in sunny weather; they could burn a small child. Check seat covers and buckles before you place a child any...

movement. For example, if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a cornersharply, or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 5 mph(8 km/h) or more, the combination safety belts will lock to help reduceforward movement of the driver and passengers. Automatic locking mode In this mode, the should...

How to disengage the automatic locking mode Unbuckle the combination lap and shoulder belt and allow it to retractcompletely to disengage the automatic locking mode and return to thevehicle sensitive (emergency) locking mode. After any vehicle collision, the combination lap and shoulder beltsystem a...

Front and second row safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments for the driver, rightfront passenger and second rowoutboard passengers. Adjust theheight of the shoulder belt so thebelt rests across the middle of yourshoulder. To lower the shoulder belt height,push t...

Insert the tongue into the correctbuckle (the buckle closest to thedirection the tongue is comingfrom). To lengthen the belt, turn thetongue at a right angle to the beltand pull across your lap until itreaches the buckle. To tighten thebelt, pull the loose end of the beltthrough the tongue until it ...

If... Then... The driver’s safety belt isbuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the ONposition... The BeltMinder 娂 feature will not activate. The purpose of the BeltMinder 娂 is to remind occasional wearers to wear safety belts all of the time. The following are reasons most often given for n...

Reasons given... Consider... “Belts wrinkle my clothes” Possibly, but a serious crash can domuch more than wrinkle your clothes,particularly if you are unbelted. “The people I’m with don’twear belts” Set the example, teen deaths occur 4times more often in vehicles withTWO or MORE people. Children an...

• The ignition switch is in the OFF position • All vehicle doors are closed • The driver’s safety belt is unbuckled • The parklamps/headlamps are in OFF position (If vehicle is equippedwith Autolamps, this will not affect the procedure.) To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate theBe...

Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safetybelt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing onthe label. Also, use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is tooshort for you when fully extended. Do not use extensions to change the fit of the s...

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

Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bagsupplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. The front passenger air bag is not designed to offer protection toan occupant in the center front seating position. Modifying or adding equipment to the front...

How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work? The air bag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustainslongitudinal deceleration sufficientto cause the sensors to close anelectrical circuit that initiates airbag inflation. The fact that the air bags did notinflate in a collision do...

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

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

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

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

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while thevehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant orchild restraint you might use. Children and safety belts If the child is the pro...

When children should use booster seats Children need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow thetoddler seat until they are big enough for the vehicle seat andlap/shoulder belt to fit properly. Generally this is when they weigh about80 lb. (36 kg) (about 8 to 12 years old). Booster seats sho...

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

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

tether anchors. For more information on top tether straps and anchors,refer to Attaching safety seats with tether straps in this chapter. For more information of LATCH anchors refer to Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) attachments in this chapter. Carefully f...

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

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

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

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 on shiftingprocedures and maintenance can befound in your Owner’s Guide . You should become thoroughly familiarwith this information befor...

Under-inflation is the most common cause of tire failures andmay result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or ⬙ blowout ⬙ , with unexpected loss of vehicle control and increased risk of injury.Under-inflation increases sidewall flexing and rolling resistance,resulting in heat buildup and inte...

when you get to the pump. It is normal for tires to heat up and the airpressure inside to go up as you drive. Never “bleed” or reduce airpressure when tires are hot.2. Remove the cap from the valve on one tire, then firmly press the tiregauge onto the valve and measure the pressure.3. Add enough air...

The installation of replacement tires with steel cord body plies in the tiresidewall may cause malfunction of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System(TPMS), and is not recommended (cord material information is moldedon the tire sidewall). Additionally, if your vehicle was originally equippedwith run-fla...

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 your vehicle is equipped with TPMS, have a flat tire serviced by adealer or qualified technician in order to prevent damage to the TPMSsensor, refer to Changing tires with TPMS later in this chapter. Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible. Location of the spare tire and tools...

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

7. H: Indicates the tire’s speed rating. The speed rating denotes the speed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods oftime under a standard condition of load and inflation pressure. The tireson your vehicle may operate at different conditions for load and inflationpressure. The...

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires “LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below: 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association(T&RA), that is intended for serviceon ...

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,...

The tires should also be balanced periodically. An unbalanced tire andwheel assembly may result in irregular tire wear. Tire rotation Rotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide that comes with your vehicle) will help your tires wear more evenly, ...

information placard (label). Driving on a significantly under-inflated tirecauses the tire to overheat and can eventually lead to tire failure.Under-inflation also reduces fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and mayaffect the vehicle’s handling and stopping ability. Even if your vehicle isequipped ...

Low Tire WarningLight Customer Action Required Solid Warning Light 1. Check your tire pressure to ensure they areproperly inflated, refer to Inspecting and inflating your tires in this chapter. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial typetire pressure gauge rather than a stick typetire pressure...

therefore it may take up to a minute for the light to turn off after youhave filled your tires to the recommended tire pressure. • If your vehicle has been parked for over 15 minutes, the sensors gointo a low power mode to conserve battery life and therefore onlytransmit about once an hour. If you i...

interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including interference that may cause undesired operation. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System is NOT a substitute formanually checking tire pressure. The tire pressure should be checked periodically (at least monthly) using a t...

capability, with or without a trailer. Properly loading your vehicle willprovide maximum return of vehicle design performance. Before loadingyour vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms for determiningyour vehicle’s weight ratings, with or without a trailer, from the vehicle’sSafety C...

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. GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weigh...

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 Certification Labellocated on the driver’s door or B-Pillar. The total load on eachaxle must never exceed its GAWR. Exceeding the S...

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 driver’sdoor or B-Pillar. The GVW mustnever exceed the GVWR. Exceeding t...

6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer, load from your trailer will betransferred to your vehicle. Consult this manual to determine how thisreduces the available cargo and luggage load capacity of your vehicle. The following gives you a few more examples on how to calculate theavailable amount ...

Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity, may handledifferently than unloaded vehicles. Extra precautions, such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance, should be taken whendriving a heavily loaded vehicle. Your vehicle has the capability to haul more cargo and people than mostpasse...

Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR - kg (lb.) Trailer weight range (0 - maximum) kg (lb.) Note: For vehicles not equipped with the optional trailer tow package, the maximum frontal area of trailer should not exceed the frontal areaof the vehicle (3.4 square meters [36.5 square feet]). Note: For veh...

Mode Maximum Gross Trailer Weight - kg (lb.) Maximum Tongue Weight - kg (lb.) Weight carrying 2721 (6000) 272 (600) Weight distributing 4060 (8950) 406 (895) These are hitch ratings only; actual vehicle ratings are dependent onengine, transmission and axle combinations. Towing trailers beyond the ma...

5. Turn the air suspension (if equipped) control to ON. 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 ch...

Understanding the positions of the 4–speed automatictransmission section in this chapter. • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. • Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may occur. Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require morefrequent s...

• affecting driveability, emissions and reliability. Replace the rear axle lubricant any time the axle has been submerged inwater. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changedunless a leak is suspected or repair required. RECREATIONAL TOWING (ALL WHEELS ON THE GROUND) An example o...

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

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

3. After idling for a few seconds, apply the brake, shift into gear anddrive. Note: If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try, turn the key to OFF, wait 10 seconds and try again. If the engine stillfails to start, press the accelerator to the floor and try again; this willall...

The ABS operates by detecting the onset of wheel lockup during brakeapplications and compensates for this tendency. The wheels areprevented from locking even when the brakes are firmly applied. Using ABS • In an emergency or when maximum efficiency from the four-wheelABS is required, apply continuou...

Parking brake Apply the parking brake wheneverthe vehicle is parked. To set theparking brake, press the parkingbrake pedal down until the pedalstops. The BRAKE warning lamp in theinstrument cluster illuminates andremains illuminated (when theignition is turned ON) until theparking brake is released....

Pull the release lever to release thebrake. Driving with the parkingbrake on will cause the brakes towear out quickly and reduce fueleconomy. STEERING Your vehicle is equipped with power steering. Power steering uses energyfrom the engine to decrease the driver’s effort in steering the vehicle. To p...

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

The AdvanceTrac 娂 with RSC button allows the driver to control theavailability of the AdvanceTrac 娂 with RSC system. The RSC systemstatus is indicated by a warningindicator light with a “sliding car” icon in the instrument cluster that willflash when the system is activated and an indicator light in...

Do not alter or modify your vehicle’s suspension or steering; theresulting changes to the vehicle’s handling can adversely affectthe AdvanceTrac 娂 with Roll Stability Control system. Also, do not install a stereo loudspeaker near the front center console orunder either front seat. The speaker vibrat...

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

1 (First) Use 1 (Low) to provide maximumengine braking on steepdowngrades. Upshifts can be madeby shifting to 2 (Second) or to D (Drive). Selecting 1 (Low) at higherspeeds causes the transmission to shift to a lower gear, and will shift to 1(Low) after vehicle decelerates to the proper speed. Forced...

To help avoid personal injury, please read and understand thelimitations of the reverse sensing system as contained in this section. Reverse sensing is only an aid for some (generally large andfixed) objects when moving in reverse on a flat surface at “parkingspeeds”. Inclement weather may also affe...

CONTROL TRAC FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4X4) OPERATION(IF EQUIPPED) For important information regarding safe operation of this typeof vehicle, see Preparing to drive your vehicle in this chapter. If equipped with the Control Trac 4x4 System, and 4L (4x4 LOW)is selected while the vehicle is moving, the system...

Positions of the Control Trac system The Control Trac system functionsin four modes: • 2H (2WD HIGH) delivers power to the rear wheels only. This isappropriate for normal on-roaddriving on dry pavement. • A4WD (4X4 AUTO) provides electronic control four-wheeldrive with power delivered to allfour whe...

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

Shifting from 2H, A4WD or 4H to 4L 1. Bring the vehicle to a stop andkeep the brake pedal depressed. 2. Place the gearshift in N (Neutral). 3. Move the control to the 4Lposition. If any of the above shift conditions are not met, the message center willdisplay the appropriate information. Note: Some ...

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...

called for. Avoid abrupt steering, acceleration or braking which couldresult in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rolloverand/or personal injury. Use all available road surface to return thevehicle to a safe direction of travel. • In the event of an emergency stop, avoid skidding...

slowly and avoid spinning your wheels. If the vehicle does slide, steer inthe direction of the slide until you regain control of the vehicle. If the transmission, transfer case or front axle are submerged in water,their fluids should be checked and changed, if necessary. Driving through deep water m...

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 ...

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...

The fuel pump shut-off switch has ared reset button on top of it and islocated beneath the air suspensionswitch (if equipped). 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 appar...

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

The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 1 7.5A* Run/Accessory - Front wipermotor, Instrument cluster, Rearwiper motor 2 20A* Turn signal/Hazard flasher,Stoplamp switch, Stoplamps,Center high-mount stop light(CHMSL), Turn signal...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 5 7.5A* Powertrain Control Module (PCM)(KA power), Speed controldeactivation switch, Manualclimate control mode switch,Stoplamp switch, Brake-shiftinterlock (BSI) solenoid, EATCcontrol head, Body SecurityModule (BSM) (K...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 20 30A* BSM (door locks, liftgate glassrelease relay), Liftgate glassrelease motor, Door/Liftgate lockmotors 21 15A* Instrument cluster (B+), Interior(courtesy) lamps, Puddle lamps(outside mirrors) 22 10A* Moonroof swit...

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

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

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

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

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, yourroadside assistance service provider. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbedequipment. Do not tow with a slingb...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home You must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer forwarranty repairs. While any Ford dealership handling your vehicle linewill provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your sellingdealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. Pl...

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to theDispute Settlement Board before taking action under the Magnuson-MossWarranty Act, or to the extent allowed by state law, before pursuingreplacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws. Thisdispute handling procedure ...

• available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Companyvehicles. The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. FordMotor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modifyprocedures and/or to discontinue this service without notice and withoutincu...

before the Board, this is not a requirement and the Board will decide thecase whether or not an oral presentation is made. An oral presentationmay be requested by the Board as well. Making a decision Board members review all available information related to eachcomplaint, including oral presentation...

The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relatively speedyalternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce asettlement have failed. This procedure is without cost to you and isdesigned to eliminate the need for lengthy and expensive legalproceedings. In the CAMVAP program,...

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

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

• 5.4L 3V engine • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunning engine may cause internal damage. PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft De...

INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth. • Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion ofthe instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect thedriver from undesirable windshield reflection. Do n...

LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED) Your leather seating surfaces have a clear, protective coating over theleather. • To clean, use a soft cloth with Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and VinylCleaner (ZC-11–A). Dry the area with a soft cloth. • To help maintain its resiliency and color, use the Motorcraft DeluxeLe...

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

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

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5.4L 3V – V8 engines 1. Battery 2. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 3. Air filter assembly 4. Engine oil dipstick 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Engine coolant reservoir 7. Power steering fluid reservoir 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Windshield washer...

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meetsFord specification WSB-M8B16–A2.Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. State or local regulations on volatile organic c...

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

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

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...

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

coolant concentration should be maintained at 50/50 coolant and distilledwater, which equates to a freeze point of -34°F (-36°C). Coolantconcentration testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester(such as the Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester, 014–R1060). Thelevel of coolant should ...

If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval,the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty. If the reservoir islow or empty, add engine coolant to the reservoir. Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter. Note: Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not u...

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

necessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant anddistilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level. If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant permonth, have your dealer check the engine cooling system. Your coolingsystem may have a leak. Operating...

• Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% willdecrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the enginecoolant and may cause engine damage. • Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% willdecrease the freeze protection characteristics of the enginecoolant and may cause engine...

Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Takeyour vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible to minimize enginedamage. When fail-safe mode is activated You have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive thevehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be a...

When refueling always shut the engine off and never allowsparks or open flames near the filler neck. Never smoke while refueling. Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions.Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce st...

possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings areNOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy. We do not recommendtaking fuel economy measurements during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km)of driving (engine break-in period). You will get a more accuratemeasurement after 2,000 miles...

3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and recordthe current odometer reading. 4. Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometerreading. 5. Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fueleconomy: Calculation 1: Divide total miles traveled...

• Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fueleconomy. • Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving. Maintenance • Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size. • Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fueleconomy. • Use recommended...

It is important to note the box in the lower left corner of the windowsticker. These numbers represent the range of fuel economy expected onthe vehicle under optimum conditions. Your fuel economy may varydepending upon the method of operation and conditions. EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is e...

condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, aminimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary asdescribed below: • First, at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway. • Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go, city-type traffic withat le...

4. Check the fluid level in thereservoir. It should be between theMIN and MAX lines. Do not addfluid if the level is in this range. 5. If the fluid is low, add fluid insmall amounts, continuouslychecking the level until it reachesthe range between the MIN andMAX lines. Be sure to put the capback on ...

The transmission fluid should be inthis range if at normal operatingtemperature (66°C-77°C[150°F-170°F]). The transmission fluid should be inthis range if at ambient temperature(10°C-35°C [50°F-95°F]). High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe rangemay result in transmission failure.An overfill c...

AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervalsfor changing the air filter element. When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filterelement listed. Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter. Note: Do not start your engine w...

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 set by the indication onthe dipstick’s normal operating range. 3 Add the coolant type originally equipped ...

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 ABS (see Brakes) .....................259Accessory delay ........................121Air bag supplementalrestraint system ........189–190, 194 and child safety seats ............191description ......................190, 194disposal ....................................197driver air bag ................

T Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem (TPMS) Driving .....................................282Maintenance andSpecifications ..........................236Roadside Emergencies ...........220Warning Displays ..............14, 140 Tires ...........................214–215, 220 alignment ..........................