Ford 2006 Expedition v.2- User Manual

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. Front seat mounted rear-facing child or infant seats should NEVER be placed in front of an active passen...

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 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...

heavy acceleration and deceleration) and have your vehicle servicedimmediately by your authorized dealer. Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperaturescould damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possibly causing a fir...

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 ...

Four wheel drive high (ifequipped): Illuminates when four-wheel drive is engaged. If thelight fails to illuminate when theignition is turned ON, or remains on, have the system servicedimmediately by your authorized dealer. Door ajar (if equipped): Illuminates when the ignition is inthe ON position a...

GAUGES 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, theengine is overheating. Stop thevehicle as soon ...

Battery voltage gauge: Indicates the battery voltage when theignition is in the ON position. If thepointer moves and stays outside thenormal operating range, have thevehicle’s electrical system checkedby your authorized dealer as soon aspossible. Engine oil pressure gauge: Indicates engine oil press...

AUDIO SYSTEMS Premium Satellite Compatible AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/SingleCD/MP3 radio (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 pressTEXT/SEL to de...

4. BAL (Balance): Allows you to shift speaker sound between theright and left speakers. Press BALthen press TEXT/SEL to shift sound to the left or right . FADE: Allows you to shift speaker sound between the front and rearspeakers. Press FADE then pressTEXT/SEL to shift the sound to the rear or the f...

FF (Fast Forward): Works in tape and CD modes. In the tape mode, tape directionautomatically reverses when the end of the tape is reached. Fast forwardis stopped by pressing FF again. In CD mode, FF advances the CD within the current track. 10. AUX: Press to toggle between the current playing media ...

• Folder/Track mode: In MP3 mode, press MENU until MODE appears in the display. Use SEL to toggle between FOLDER (only tracks withinthe selected folder are accessible) or TRACK (all tracks on the discare accessible). 13. TUNE/CAT: In radio mode, press to manually advance up/downthe frequency band. I...

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-...

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 the6 memory 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 ...

• Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periodsof time. • 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 incompatibility, certainrecordable and re-recordable compact discs may not func...

7. Auxiliary jacks Input jacks for standard video/audio media device. 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 M...

7. MNU/MODE control In DVD playback mode, press to access the disc menu. 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. Si...

Wireless headphones Your system is equipped with 2 setsof wireless headphones. (Two AAAbatteries are needed to operate theheadphones.) Batteries are included. To install the batteries, lightly pressdown on the top of the left earpieceand slide the cover off. When replacing the batteries, usetwo new ...

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 commercial CDs, DVDs and also plays most CD R/W,DVD R/W, VCD and MP3 media. Saving MP3 files • Your Family Enter...

9. DISPLAY SETTING (4x3, Zoom, 16x9) 10. STATUS ICON (FWD, x4, x8, x32, REV, x4, x8, x32, etc.) Safety information Read all of the safety and operating instructions before operating thesystem and retain for future reference. Do not attempt to service, repair or modify the Rear Seat EntertainmentDVD ...

Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance Changes or modifications not approved by Ford Motor Company couldvoid user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has beentested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device,pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Thes...

Cleaning the liquid crystal display (LCD) flip-down screen Clean the display screen by applying a small amount of water or anyammonia-based household glass cleaner directly to a soft cloth. Rub thescreen gently until the dust, dirt or fingerprints are removed. Do notspray the screen directly with wa...

• To use the system as effectively and safely as possible, obtainup-to-date navigation CD’s whenever they become available. • Set the volume level so that you can hear directions clearly. • Do not disassemble or modify the system as this may lead to damageand void your warranty. If a problem occurs,...

Quick start – how to get going To play a radio station: 1. Ensure that the ignition and the Vehicle Navigation Radio (VNR)system are ON. 2. Press the AM/FM control to selectthe desired frequency band. 3. Press the SEEK control to locatea station. To play a CD in the VNR: 1. Ensure that the ignition ...

Note: To use the navigation system and listen to an audio CD, the navigation CD must be loaded into the VNR and the audio CD must beloaded into the CD DJ. 2. Press the NAV control to enterinto Navigation mode. 3. To enter a destination, ensurethat the vehicle is in the PARK position. 4. To navigate ...

AM/FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press thecontrol to switch between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations. AM/FM select in CD mode Press to stop CD play and begin radio play. Radio reception factors: • Distance/strength. The further an FM signal ...

Adjusting the levels 1. Press the MENU control. 2. Select the AUDIO OPTIONS softkey. 3. Select BASS, TREB, BAL orFADE. The bass adjust allows you toincrease or decrease the audiosystem’s bass output. The treble adjust control allows youto raise or lower the audio system’streble output.Speaker sound ...

CD DJ Your vehicle is equipped with a CD DJ (CD changer). It is located in thecenter console. Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs in the CD DJ. Themagazine may be stored in the glove box when not being used. The CD magazine may be inserted or ejected with the radio power off. ONLY use the ...

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

• By Category – Lists POIs by categories, such as airports, gasstations, etc. Use the cursorcontrol to select and confirmchoice. • By Name – A keyboard display enables you to spell out the firstfour letters of the desired POI. Aslight time delay will occur if large numbers of letter options areavail...

Deleting a previous destination • Use the cursor control to selectthe destination to be deleted. • Press DELETE. A confirmation screen will appearbefore the deletion is complete. Entering a destination using the keyboard of lists After selecting the desired choicefrom the Destination Entry menu,ther...

1. Shortest time route — Creates a driving route which minimizes driving time taking into consideration things such as speed limits,number of turns, etc. 2. Shortest distance — Creates a driving route the shortest distance from the current location. 3. Avoid toll roads — Creates a driving route whic...

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

1. Access the CLOCK screen. 2. Press the TIME control to selectthe 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 willremain at t...

Latest map CDs The traffic network is constantly changing due to new roads, trafficrestrictions, etc. Therefore, it is not always possible to exactly match thedigital CD map with the current roadways. To help with accuracy, alwaysuse the latest version of the map CD for navigation. 2006 Expedition (...

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...

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 O (OFF) or (in cold weather) MAX A/Cposition. • Under normal weather conditions,...

DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DATC) SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 1. A/C: Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. Press to turn on/off in allmodes except or . 2. Recirculation control: Used to manually enable or disable theoperation of recirculated air in allmodes except (defrost). Cools the vehicle more ...

16. Temperature conversion: Press to toggle between Fahrenheitand Celsius temperature on theDATC display only. The set point temperatures in Celsius will bedisplayed in half-degree increments. Manual override controls: Allows you to manually determine whereairflow is directed. To return to fullyauto...

Will work in all modes except defrost. In automatic operation, therecirculated air operates automatically as necessary to achieve theselected temperature. 3. Passenger side temperature control: Press to engage the dual zone feature of the DATC system.Allows the passenger to choose andcontrol a diffe...

16. EXT control: Press to display the outside air temperature. Pressagain to return to interiortemperature. Note: Exterior readings are most accurate when the vehicle has been moving for aperiod of time. 17. Temperature conversion: Press to toggle between Fahrenheitand Celsius temperature on theDATC...

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. Autolamp control The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on-off control ofthe exterior lights normallycontrolled by the headlamp contro...

High beams Push the lever toward theinstrument panel to activate. Pullthe lever towards you to deactivate. Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the foglamps on at full intensity output. To activate: • the ignitio...

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel and all applicableswitches in the vehicle duringheadlamp and parklamp operation. Move the control to the full uprightposition, past detent, to turn on theinterior lamps. Move the control to the full downposition, past detent, t...

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 ...

Function Number of bulbs Trade number * To obtain replacement approach lamp assembly bulbs, see yourauthorized dealer and reference Ford part no. 2L1Z–13B374–BB for thepassenger side mirror and 2L1Z–13B375–BB for the driver side mirror. * For vehicles with HID (high intensity discharge) lamps, see y...

6. Pull off the bulb covers. 7. Once the bulb covers areremoved, the bulbs can be removedby turning them counterclockwiseand then pulling the bulbs straightout. Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out ofchildren’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glas...

4. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lampassembly. 5. Pull bulb straight out of socket and snap in the new bulb. 6. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly and rotate clockwise. 7. Carefully install the tail lamp assembly on the vehicle by securing thelamp assembly with ...

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

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...

TILT STEERING Push the lever down to unlock thesteering column. While the lever isin the down position, tilt thesteering column to the desiredposition. While holding the steering wheel,pull the lever up to its originalposition to lock the steering column. Never adjust the steeringcolumn when the veh...

Slide on rod feature (ifequipped) Rotate the visor towards the sidewindow and extend it rearward foradditional sunlight coverage. Note: To stow the visor back into the headliner, visor must beretracted before moving it backtowards the windshield. OVERHEAD CONSOLE The appearance of your vehicle’s ove...

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 children and/or pets are not in the pro...

AUTOMATIC DIMMING INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped withan inside rear view mirror with anauto-dimming function. Theelectrochromic day/night mirror willchange from the normal (highreflective) state to the non-glare(darkened) state when bright lights (glare) reach the...

Powerfold mirrors (if equipped) Rotate the 4–way adjustment switchto the center position. Press theswitch down to auto fold in anddown again to auto fold back todesign position. Powerfold the sidemirrors in carefully when drivingthrough a narrow space, like anautomatic car wash. The mirrors may be m...

Signal indicator mirrors (if equipped) When the turn signal is activated,the lower portion of the mirrorhousing will blink. POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED) The accelerator and brake pedalshould only be adjusted when thevehicle is stopped and the gearshiftlever is in the P (Park) position....

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...

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

Climate control features Press TMP + or - to adjusttemperature. Press + or - to adjust fan speed. MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) The moon roof control is located on the overhead console. Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave childrenunattended in the vehicle. They may seriously hurt themselv...

Do not use the HomeLink 威 Wireless Control System with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required byU.S. federal safety standards (this includes any garage door openermodel manufactured before April 1, 1982). A garage door which cannotdetect an object, signaling t...

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

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

1. Start the vehicle. 2. Locate the reset button on thecompass sensor mounted on thebase of mirror. 3. To enter the compass calibrationmode, press and hold the button for greater than eight seconds. Thedisplay will then show CAL in the display window. 4. Drive the vehicle slowly (less than 3 mph [5 ...

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

Warning display Status Park assist ON/OFF (if equipped) Warning displays when R (reverse)gear is selected. Liftgate or liftglass ajar Warning returns after 10 minutes Low fuel level Check charging system Low brake fluid level Low oil pressure Check engine temperature Check AdvTrac (if equipped) Temp...

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 威 with RSC is disabled, but the traction enhancement feature remains enabled. For further information,refer to AdvanceTrac 威 wit...

Make sure the liftgate is closed to prevent exhaust fumes frombeing drawn into the vehicle. If you must drive with the liftgate open, keep the vents open so outside air comes into the vehicle. LUGGAGE RACK Your vehicle is equipped with a roofrack. The maximum recommendedload is 200 lbs (90 kg), even...

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 authorized dealersupplied keys, replacement keys are avail...

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...

• release the liftgate glass, • enable or disable the autolock function, and • add or delete a 5–digit personal user code. Your vehicle has a factory set 5–digit code that operates the keylessentry system. You can also program your own 5–digit personal entrycode. The factory-set code is located: • o...

Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediatelyafter switching the ignition to the1 (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 (if equipped) 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 t...

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...

3. To return the seat to a seatingposition, push down on the seatuntil the seat is latched to the floor. 4. With the seat in the flat back position, lift up on the lever located onthe side of the seat cushion. This will allow the seat back to be lifted tothe upright locked position.5. Lift the seatb...

1. Locate the handle on the side ofthe seat, lifting it to release theseatback. 2. Ensure that the seat back islocked in the down position byapplying pressure to the seat back. 3. Locate the latch strap at the frontof the seat and pull to release theseat into a kneel down load floorposition. A moder...

To prevent possible damage to the seat or safety belts, ensurethat the safety belts are not buckled when moving the seat to the load floor position. 2. With the latch released theseatback can be lowered into theload floor position. 3. To return the seat to the uprightposition, lift the seatback unti...

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 ...

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

SAFETY RESTRAINTS Personal Safety System 姟 The Personal Safety System 娂 provides an improved overall level of frontal crash protection to front seat occupants and is designed to helpfurther reduce the risk of airbag-related injuries. The system is able toanalyze different occupant conditions and cra...

to the Warning lights and chimes section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the Personal Safety System 娂 is not required.The Restraints Control Module (RCM) monitors its own internal circuitsand the circuits for the airbag supplemental restraints, crash sensor(s),safety belt p...

In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likelyto die than a person wearing a safety belt. Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety beltassembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair. 1) Use the shoulder belt on t...

Shorten and fasten the belt whennot in use. All of the passenger combination lap and shoulder belts have two typesof locking modes described below: Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode, which allows free shoulder belt lengthadjustment to your movements and locking in response to ...

BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED ifthe safety belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature or any other safety belt function is not operating properly. In addition, allsafety belts should be checked for proper function. Failure to replacethe belt and retractor assembly could incre...

there are no nicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary. All safety beltassemblies, including retractors, buckles, front safety belt buckleassemblies, buckle support assemblies (slide bar-if equipped), shoulderbelt height adjusters, shoulder belt guide on seatback (if equipped), childsafety seat LAT...

If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled approximately5 seconds after the safety beltwarning light has turned off... The BeltMinder 威 feature is activated - the safety belt warning lightilluminates and the warning chimesounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds,repeating for approximately 5 m...

Reasons given... Consider... “I was in a hurry” Prime time for an accident. BeltMinder 威 reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up. “Safety belts don’t work” Safety belts, when used properly, reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks. “Traffic is lig...

Deactivating/activating the BeltMinder 姞 feature (if equipped) Read Steps 1 - 4 thoroughly before proceeding with thedeactivation/activation programming procedure. The driver BeltMinder 威 feature can be deactivated/activated by performing the following procedure: Before following the procedure, make...

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...

Never place your arm over the airbag module as a deployingairbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries. To properly position yourself away from the airbag: • Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching thepedals comfortably. • Recline the seat slightly one or tw...

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...

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

impact sensors, the system wiring, the airbag system readiness light, theairbag back up power and the airbag ignitors). 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 sectio...

All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should alwayswear their safety belts even when an airbag SRS and Safety Canopy 娂 system is provided. To reduce risk of injury, do not obstruct or place objects in thedeployment path of the inflatable Safety Canopy 娂 . How does the Safety Canopy 姟 sys...

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

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...

Children and booster seats vary widely in size and shape. Choose abooster that keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never upacross the stomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross thechest and rest snugly near the center of the shoulder. The drawingsbelow compare the ideal fit...

Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They canslide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a collision. 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 o...

for children up to 60 pounds (27 kg) in a child restraint, and toprovide upper torso restraint for children up to 80 pounds (36 kg)using an upper torso harness and a belt-positioning booster. Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tetherstrap. Install the child safety seat in a ...

Installing child safety seats in the center front seating position(if equipped) 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 fron...

The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions(shown from top view): • Second row bench seat • Second row bucket seats Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor asshown. The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct t...

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

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, check yourtires. If one looks lower than the others,use a tire gauge to check pressure of alltires and adjust if required. At least once a month and beforelong trips, inspect each tire andcheck the tire pressure with a tiregauge (including spare, if equipped).Inflate all ...

Age Tires degrade over time, even when they are not being used. It is recommended that tires generally be replaced after 6 years of normalservice. Heat caused by hot climates or frequent high loadingconditions can accelerate the aging process.You should replace the spare tire when you replace the ot...

It is recommended that the two front tires or two rear tires generally bereplaced as a pair. The tire pressure monitoring sensors mounted in the wheels (originallyinstalled on your vehicle) are not designed to be used in after-marketwheels. The installation of replacement tires with steel cord body ...

speed. Drive with caution until you can safely pull off the road. Stop andinspect the tires for damage. If a tire is under-inflated or damaged,deflate it, remove wheel and replace it with your spare tire and wheel. Ifyou cannot detect a cause, have the vehicle towed to the nearest repairfacility or ...

• 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...

Information on “P” type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (Note thatthe tire size, load index and speedrating for your vehicle may bedifferent from this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tir...

12. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades • Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on aspecified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150would wear one and one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well ...

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, ...

Changing tires with TPMS It is recommended that you alwayshave your tires serviced by anauthorized dealer. Each road tire is equipped with a tire pressuresensor mounted on the wheelinside the tire connected to thevalve stem. The tire pressuresensor must be unbolted fromthe wheel prior to tire remova...

Low Tire PressureWarning Light Customer Action Required Solid Warning Light 1. Check your tire pressure to ensure they areproperly inflated, refer to Inflating your tires in this chapter. Ford recommends the use of adigital or dial type tire pressure gauge ratherthan a stick type tire pressure gauge...

activate the TPMS warning for low tire pressure. If the low warning lightis on, visually check each tire to verify that no tire is flat. If one or moretires are flat, repair as necessary. If all tires appear to be inflated,carefully drive the vehicle to the nearest location where air can be addedto ...

VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/ortrailer, to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design ratingcapability, with or without a trailer. Properly loading your vehicle willprovide maximum return of vehicle design p...

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

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 B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. The totalload on each axle must never exceed its GAWR....

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...

10–15% (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 detailed information. Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight – refer...

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 guide. Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity, m...

Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR - lb. (kg) Trailer weight range (0 - maximum) lb. (kg) 4x4 5.4L with standard trailer tow package All 11900 (5397) 0–6000 (0–2721) 5.4L with optional trailer tow package All 14500 (6576) 0–8600 (0–3901) Note: For vehicles not equipped with the optional trailer tow...

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...

• To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will also assistin transmission cooling. (For additional information, refer to Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4–speed automatictransmission in the Driving chapter . • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. • Do not exceed the GCW...

• Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. If you mustpark on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer’s wheels. Launching or retrieving a boat Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailerinto the water. Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after thetrailer is r...

Vehicles equipped with Control Trac four-wheel drive system: Vehicles equipped with the Control Trac four-wheel drive system cannotbe towed with any wheels on the ground. See your authorized dealer ifyou must flat-tow a vehicle equipped with the Control Trac four-wheeldrive system. 2006 Expedition (...

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...

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

Using ABS • In an emergency or when maximum efficiency from the four-wheelABS is required, apply continuous force on the brake. The four wheelABS will be activated immediately, thus allowing you to retain steeringcontrol of your vehicle and, providing there is sufficient space, willenable you to avo...

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....

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 prevent damage to the power steering pump: • Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme leftfor more than a few seconds ...

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. Extended use of other than the manufacturer’s specified size tires on a...

Use extra caution while becoming familiar with your vehicle. Know thecapabilities and limitations of both you as a driver and your vehicle. AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a park/brake-shift interlock feature thatprevents the gearshift lever from ...

Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelampsare working. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift islatched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. If the parking brake is fully released, but the ...

To return to D (Drive) with Overdrive mode, press the transmissioncontrol switch (TCS). The TCIL will no longer be illuminated. Each time the vehicle is started, the transmission will automaticallyreturn to normal overdrive mode. Every time the vehicle is shut off and restarted, you must press thetr...

REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The RSS sounds a tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rearbumper when R (Reverse) is selected. The RSS will assist the driver indetecting certain objects while: • the vehicle is moving toward a stationary object at a speed of 3 mph(5 km/h) or less. • the...

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

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

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

steering and braking control of your vehicle, you must have all fourwheels on the ground and they must be rolling, not sliding or spinning. Basic operating principles • Do not use 4H (4x4 HIGH) or 4L (4x4 LOW) on dry, hard surfacedroads. This may damage the drivelines and axles. • Drive slower in st...

If your vehicle is equipped with AdvanceTrac 威 with RSC, press the AdvanceTrac 威 with RSC button (refer to AdvanceTrac 威 with Roll Stability Control (RSC) Stability Enhancement System in this chapter) while driving in deep sand if you experience excessive enginepower reduction. Mud and water If you ...

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

DRIVING THROUGH WATER If driving through deep or standingwater is unavoidable, proceed veryslowly especially when the depth isnot known. Never drive throughwater that is higher than the bottomof the wheel rims (for cars) or thebottom of the hubs (for trucks). When driving through water, traction or ...

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 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...

Canadian customers refer to your Owner Information Guide forinformation on: • coverage period • exact fuel amounts • towing of your disabled vehicle • emergency travel expense reimbursement • travel planning benefits Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and ...

FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in thevehicle are not working, a fuse mayhave blown. Blown fuses areidentified by a broken wire withinthe fuse. Check the appropriatefuses before replacing any electricalcomponents. Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage r...

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

The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 1 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...

If your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem, refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for important information. If the tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged, it will no longerfunction. Dissimilar spare tire/wheel informati...

Use of one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above at any one wheellocation can lead to impairment of the following: • Handling, stability and braking performance • Comfort and noise • Ground clearance and parking at curbs • Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability For v...

Spare tire information Note: If your vehicle is equipped with the tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS), the system indicator light will illuminate when the spareis in use. To restore the full functionality of the TPMS system, all roadwheels equipped with the tire pressure monitoring sensors must b...

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...

6. Lift the vehicle so the tire is no further than 1 inch (2.5 cm) off theground when installing the spare tire. When one of the rear wheels is off the ground, the transmissionalone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the transmission is in P (Park). To prevent...

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 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 BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM(U.S. ONLY) Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer.Experience has shown that our customers have been very successful inachieving satisfaction by following the three-step procedure outlined onthe front page of the Warr...

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...

WAXING Applying Motorcraft Paint Sealant (ZC-45) to your vehicle every sixmonths will assist in reducing minor scratches and paint damage. • Wash the vehicle first. • Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft PremiumLiquid Wax (ZC-53-A), which is available from your authorized dealer,o...

ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirtbuildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing: • Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. Thehigh-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and causedamage. • Do not spray a hot engine with ...

WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should becleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, substances on thevehicle’s glass or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may includehot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, water repellan...

INTERIOR For fabric, carpets, cloth seats and safety belts: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. • Remove light stains and soil with Motorcraft Professional StrengthCarpet & Upholstery Cleaner (ZC-54). • If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area firstwith Mo...

LEATHER SEATS FOR THE KING RANCH EXPEDITION ONLY(IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle is equipped with seating covered in premium, top-grainleather which is extremely durable, but still requires special care andmaintenance in order to ensure longevity and comfort. Regular cleaning and conditioning will maintai...

Conditioning Bottles of King Ranch Leather Conditioner are available at the KingRanch Saddle Shop. Visit the Web site at www.krsaddleshop.com , or telephone (in the United States) 1–800–282–KING (5464). If you areunable to obtain King Ranch Leather Conditioner, use another premiumleather conditioner...

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 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. 2006 Expediti...

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. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Engine coolant 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.Do not use any special washer fluidsuch as windshield water repellenttype fluid or bug wash. They m...

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...

ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil. 1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into theoil pan. 3. Set the parking brake and e...

• If required, add engine oil to theengine. Refer to Adding engine oil in this chapter. • Do not overfill the enginewith oil. Oil levels above thismark may cause enginedamage. If the engine is overfilled, some oil must beremoved from the engine by anauthorized dealer. 7. Put the indicator back in an...

Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certificationtrademark. Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil. Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the AmericanPetroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conformsto the current engine and emission system protection standards and ...

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

Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can causepersonal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery,always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide properventilation. When lifting a plastic-case...

battery. When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed,the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimumdriveability and performance. To begin this process: 1. With the vehicle at a complete stop, set the parking brake. 2. Put the gearshift in P (Park), turn off al...

FILL RANGE” in the coolant reservoir. If the level falls below, addcoolant per the instructions in the Adding engine coolant section. Your vehicle was factory-filled with a 50/50 engine coolant and waterconcentration. If the concentration of coolant falls below 40% or above60%, the engine parts coul...

• Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant. These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the enginecoolant. For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized capon the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recoveryreservoir when the eng...

Your cooling system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a lowlevel of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible enginedamage. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled enginecoolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold...

• Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% willdecrease the freeze protection characteristics of the enginecoolant and may cause engine damage. • Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure thecoolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequateprotection at the temperature...

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 able to maintain high speedoperation and the engine will run rough. Remember that the engine iscapable of completely shutting down automatically to pre...

splashed on the skin, promptly wash skin thoroughly with soap andwater. Consult a physician immediately if you experience an adversereaction. 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 haza...

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

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...

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...

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

If necessary, add fluid in 1/2 pint (250 mL) increments through the fillertube until the level is correct. If an overfill occurs, excess fluidshould be removed by an authorizeddealer. An overfill condition oftransmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concernsand/or possible damage. Do not ...

2. Pull air filter tray assembly outtoward front of vehicle and lift airfilter element up and out of housing. The air filter box needs to be free of any debris before installing a newair filter. 3. Install a new air filter elementinto the tray assembly. 4. Return air filter tray to originalposition ...

Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Engine coolant 3 MotorcraftPremium GoldEngine Coolant(yellow-colored) 5.4L BaseRadiator withoutaux rear heat 19.4 quarts(18.4L) 5.4L Heavy DutyTrailer TowRadiator withoutaux rear heat 19.7 quarts(18.6L) 5.4L BaseRadiator withaux rear heat 20.7 quarts(19.6L) 5...

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford partname Ford partnumber Fordspecification Brake fluid Motorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluid PM-1 or PM-1-C ESA-M6C25-AorWSS-M6C62-A Hinges, latches,striker platesand rotors, seattracks, fuel fillerdoor hinge andspring Multi-PurposeGrease XG-4 or ...

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

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Ford or Ford of Canada dealer. These qualityaccessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotiveneeds; they are custom designed to complement th...

A ABS (see Brakes) .....................246 Accessory delay ........................111 Air cleaner filter ...............346, 348 Air conditioning ..........................87 auxiliary heater and airconditioner ................................91 Air suspension ...........................252 descri...

T Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem (TPMS) Driving .....................................267Roadside Emergencies ...........285Tires, Wheels and Loading ....221Warning Displays ..............10, 133 Tires ...........................206–207, 285 alignment ................................214care ............