Ford 2007 Expedition v.1- User Manual

Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it isimperative that you consult therelevant section of this guide beforetouching or attempting adjustmentof any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part inprotecting the environment. Correctvehicle usage and the authorizedd...

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...

Using your vehicle with a snowplow Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing. Your vehicle is not equipped with a snowplowing package. 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 yo...

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

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that maybecome serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light mayilluminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions.Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make ...

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. Powertrain malfunction/reducedpower (RTT) (if equipped): Displays when the engine hasdefaulted to a ’li...

not turn ON or begins to flash, have the system inspected by yourauthorized dealer. For more information on this system, refer to Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Low fuel (RTT) (if equipped): Displays when the fuel level in thefuel tank is...

Four wheel drive low (RTT) (ifequipped): Displays when four-wheel drive low is engaged. Ifthe light fails to illuminate when theignition is turned ON, or remains on,have the system servicedimmediately by your authorized dealer. Four wheel drive (RTT) (ifequipped): Displays when four-wheel drive is e...

Parking brake ON warning chime: Sounds when the parking brake is set, the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph (5km/h). Turn signal chime: Sounds when the turn signal lever has been activated to signal a turn and not turned off after the vehicle is drivenmore than 1.5 miles (2...

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 Quick start — How to get going Listening to the radio 1. If the audio system is off, pressVOL-PUSH to turn the radio on.Turn VOL-PUSH to adjust thevolume. Note: The system may take a few moments to turn on. 2. Press AM/FM repeatedly tochoose between AM/FM1/FM2frequency bands. 3. Press ...

2. Press AUX repeatedly to cyclethrough auxiliary audio sources.Select SAT1, SAT2 or SAT3 to listento satellite radio. 3. Press SEEK, SEEK to access the previous or next satellitechannel. You may also seek by musiccategory. For further information, refer to CATEGORY listing under the MENU control on...

For an in-dash six CD system, if a disc is not already loaded, pressLOAD. Select a slot number usingmemory presets 1–6. When thedisplay reads LOAD CD#, load thedesired disc, label side up. If you do not choose a slot within 5 seconds,the system will choose for you. Once loaded, the first track will ...

random play will begin when the current track is finished playing. CDSHUF will appear in the display.To disengage, press SHUFFLE again. SHUFFLE OFF will appear in thedisplay. Note: In track mode, all tracks on the current disc will shuffle in random order. In MP3 folder mode, the system will randoml...

3. MENU: Press repeatedly to access the following settings: CATEGORY (satellite radio ifequipped): Press MENU until the currently active category appears in the display (CATEGORY MODE). InCATEGORY MODE, press / to scroll through the list of available SIRIUS channel Categories (Pop, Rock, News, etc.)...

SINGLE PLAY / DUAL PLAY: If Single Play is ON, press / for Dual Play. For further information on Single Play/Dual Play, refer to Rear seat controls later in this chapter. FES (FULL/LOCKED): Your vehicle is equipped with a Family Entertainment DVD system. For further information on the DVD system,ref...

7. SHUFFLE: In CD/MP3 mode, press SHUFFLE to engage shufflemode. SHUFFLE ON will appear inthe display. If you wish to engage shuffle mode right away, press SEEKto begin random play. Otherwise, random play will begin when thecurrent track is finished playing. CD SHUF will appear in the display. Todis...

13. TEXT/SCAN: In radio and CD/MP3 mode, press and hold for a brief sampling of radio stations orCD tracks. Press again to stop. In CD/MP3 mode, press and release to display track title, artist name, and disc title. In TEXT MODE sometimes the display requires additional text to be displayed. When th...

To view the station name or type: When the desired category appears in the display, press TEXT/SCAN to toggle between displaying the stationtype (COUNTRY, ROCK, etc.) or the station name (WYCD, WXYZ, etc.). BASS: Press MENU to reach the bass setting. Use / / SEEK, SEEK to adjust. TREB (Treble): Pres...

COMPRESS (Compression): Available only in CD/MP3 mode. Press MENU until COMPRESS ON/OFF appears in the display. Use / / SEEK, SEEK to toggle ON/OFF. When COMPRESS is ON, the system will bring soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistentlistening level. Single Play/Dual Play: If Single Pl...

17. LOAD: To load a disc into the system, press LOAD. Select a slotnumber using memory presets 1–6.When the display reads LOAD CD#,load the desired disc, label side up.If you do not choose a slot within 5 seconds, the system will choose foryou. Once loaded, the first track will begin to play. To aut...

Auxiliary input jack Your vehicle is equipped with anAuxiliary Input Jack (AIJ). TheAuxiliary Input Jack provides a wayto connect your portable musicplayer to the in-vehicle audiosystem. This allows the audio from aportable music player to be playedthrough the vehicle speakers withhigh fidelity. To ...

Troubleshooting: 1. Do not connect the audio input jack to a line level output. Line leveloutputs are intended for connection to a home stereo and are notcompatible with the AIJ. The AIJ will only work correctly with devicesthat have a headphone output with a volume control. 2. Do not set the portab...

2. VOLUME: Press to increase ( ) or decrease ( ) the volume level in the headphones.From the rear seat controls, volume control can be set no higher thanthe current radio setting unless the speakers are turned off. 3. : In radio mode, press and release to advance through memory presets. In CD mode, ...

• Use the other controls to make adjustments to the playing media. • Dual Play mode may also beactivated by pressing memorypresets 2 and 4 simultaneously onthe front audio controls. The rear speakers mute and rear seat passengers have audio (for theirselected media) available through their headphone...

Radio reception factors: There are three factors that can affect radio reception: • Distance/strength: The further you travel from an FM station, theweaker the signal and the weaker the reception. • Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, power lines, electric fences,traffic lights and thundersto...

General audio information 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:...

Audio system warranty and service Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or qualified technician. MP3 track and folder structure Your MP3 system recognizes MP3 individual tracks and folder structureas follows: • There are two diffe...

Sample MP3 structure If you are burning your own MP3discs, it is important to understandhow the system will read thestructures you create. While variousfiles may be present, (files withextensions other than mp3), onlyfiles with the .mp3 extension will beplayed. Other files will be ignoredby the syst...

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: Distributes recircu...

will be warmer or cooler than the driver airflow temperature settingwhen more than one rear temperature light ( REAR ) is illuminated. 5. R Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. 6. Recirculated a...

4. R Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate the rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. 5. R Rear fan speed control: Press to enable the auxiliary system or to adjust the rear fan speed from the front control. The rear fan speedsettings...

16. A/C: Press to activate/deactivate air conditioning. Use with recirculated air to improve cooling performance and efficiency. Engages automatically in AUTO, , and . 17. EXT: Press to display the outside temperature. Press again to display cabin temperature settings. 18. Recirculated air: Press to...

Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as theseobjects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop. AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed: Turn to select the desired fan speed. 2. Temperature/mode selection: The distribution of air from theoverhead and floor regi...

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...

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

INTERIOR LAMPS Front row map lamps (if equipped) To turn on the map lamps, press theouter edge of the clear lens. Thefront row map lamp lights when: • any door is opened. • the instrument panel dimmerswitch is rotated until thecourtesy lamps come on. • the remote entry controls arepressed and the ig...

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

Function Number of bulbs Trade number Rear cargo lamp 1 578 2nd row reading lamp 2 W5W Turn/tail/brake/sidemarkerlamps 2 3157K or 4157K Backup lamp 2 921 Approach/mirror turnsignal lamps (ifequipped) 2 906 Mirror approach lamps– non turn signal (ifequipped) 2 *See your dealer License lamp 2 168 High...

3. At the back of the headlamp,remove the two headlamp assemblyretainer bolts. 4. Slide headlamp assembly forwardand off the retaining tab to exposethe back of the headlamp assembly. 5. Rotate the bulb socketcounterclockwise and remove fromthe lamp assembly. 6. Carefully pull the bulb out of thesock...

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 two screws. High-mount brakelamp To change the high-mountbrakelamp bulbs: 1. Remove the two screws holdingthe lamp assembly in place. 2...

Replacing license plate lamp bulb The license plate bulbs are located in the license plate housing assemblyon the liftgate. To change the license plate bulbs: 1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the OFF position. 2. Remove the license lamp screwfrom the assembly. 3. Pull the lamp down and twist th...

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...

For rear wash cycle, rotate (and hold as desired) the rear wiper/washercontrol to either position. From either position, the control will automatically return to the INT 2or OFF position. TILT STEERING WHEEL 1. Pull and hold the steering wheelrelease control toward you. 2. Move the steering up or do...

OVERHEAD CONSOLE The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according toyour option package. Forward storage bin (if equipped) The storage compartment may beused to store a pair of sunglasses.Press the release area on the rearedge of the bin door to open thestorage compartment. The ...

The auxiliary power point is locatedon the instrument panel. Do not use the power point foroperating the cigarette lighterelement (if equipped). To prevent the fuse from beingblown, do not use the powerpoint(s) over the vehicle capacity of12 VDC/180W. To prevent the battery from beingdischarged, do ...

Not equipped with rear climatecontrol Cigar/Cigarette lighter (if equipped) Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lightersocket. Do not hold the lighter in with your hand while it is heating, this willdamage the lighter element and socket. The lighter will be released fromit...

Press and pull the window switchesto open and close windows. • Push down (to the first detent)and hold the switch to open. • Pull up and hold the switch toclose. Rear Window Buffeting: When one or both of the rear windows are open, the vehicle may demonstrate a wind throb or buffeting noise; thisnoi...

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

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...

Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt toreadjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place. These actionscould cause damage to the glass and mirrors. Signal indicator mirrors (if equipped) When the turn signal is activated,the lower portion of the mirrorhousing will blink. POW...

SPEED CONTROL With speed control set, you can maintain a speed of 30 mph (48 km/h)or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. Speedcontrol does not work at speeds below 30 mph (48 km/h). Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads thatare winding, slippery or unpaved. S...

Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal. This will not erase your vehicle’s previouslyset speed. • Press the speed control OFFcontrol. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speedcontrol set speed memory is erased...

The moon roof has a built-in sliding shade that can be manually openedor closed when the glass panel is shut. To close the shade, pull it towardthe front of the vehicle. HOMELINK 姞 WIRELESS CONTROL SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The HomeLink 威 Wireless Control System, located on the driver’s visor,provides a ...

6. Firmly press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. (The name andcolor of the button may vary by manufacturer.) Note: There are 30 seconds in which to initiate Step 7. 7. Return to the vehicle and firmly press, hold for two seconds and release the programmed HomeLink 威 button. Repeat the pres...

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

ELECTRONIC COMPASS/TEMPERATURE DISPLAY WITHOUTMESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) Outside air temperature In vehicles without Dual ElectronicAutomatic Temperature Control(DATC), the outside temperaturedisplay is contained in theinstrument cluster and displays allthe time. In vehicles with DATC, thetemperat...

MESSAGE CENTER With the ignition in the ON position,the message center, located on yourinstrument cluster, displaysimportant vehicle information through a constant monitor ofvehicle systems. You may select display features on the message center for a display of status precededby a brief indicator ch...

Warning display Status Check brake system Warning can be reset. Will return after10 minutes. If within the 10 minutes,the condition is cleared and set again,it will not return until the initial 10minutes is up. Will return on ignitioncycle. XXX miles (km) to empty fuellevel low Park brake engaged Wa...

PARK AID <ON> OFF (if equipped). Displayed when the transmission is in R (Reverse). Refer to Reverse Sensing System in this section to enable. OIL CHANGE REQUIRED/CHANGE OIL SOON. Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is 5 percent or less. When oil life left is between5% and 0%, the CHA...

To open the liftgate from theInstrument panel: Press the button once to open theliftgate, press it again to close. To open the liftgate with the Key fob: Refer to Remote Entry System in the Locks and security chapter. To open the liftgate with outsiderelease handle (manualactuation): 1. To open, unl...

Warning, keep clear of the liftgate when activating the rearswitch. To manually operate the liftgate: 1. Disable the liftgate power function, refer to the Message Center in this chapter. 2. Open and close the liftgate as you would a standard liftgate. Note: In case of operation in extreme cold -40° ...

Liftgate ajar signal If the liftgate or liftgate glass are not fully latched, you will receive a“LIFTGATE or LIFTGLASS AJAR” message on the instrument panel. Ifyou see this message, check both the liftgate glass and liftgate door toinsure they are fully latched. Make sure the liftgate is closed to p...

To move the shelf to the dividerposition, pull up and pivot the shelfover the channels on the side trimpanels and snap vertically in place. Do not load any objects on the shelf that may obstruct yourvision or strike occupants of the vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or collision. Do not place peo...

To adjust the position of thecross-bar (if equipped): 1. Loosen the thumbwheel at bothends of the cross-bar (bothcross-bars are adjustable). 2. Slide the cross-bar to the desiredlocation. 3. Firmly retighten the thumbwheelsat each end of the cross-bar. Be sure to check that the thumbwheels are tight...

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...

The autolock feature repeats when: • any door is opened then closed while the ignition is in the 3 (ON)position and the vehicle speed is 9 mph (15 km/h) or lower, and • the vehicle attains a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h). Deactivating/activating autolock Your vehicle comes with the autolock fe...

Keyless entry key pad procedure 1. Turn the ignition to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position. 2. Close all doors, the liftgate and liftgate window. 3. Enter 5–digit entry code 4. Press and hold the 3 • 4. While holding the 3 • 4 press the 7 • 8. 5. Release the 7 • 8. 6. Release the 3 • 4. The user should recei...

Power door unlock/lock procedure You must complete Steps 1-5 within30 seconds or the procedure willhave to be repeated. If theprocedure needs to be repeated,you must wait 30 seconds. Note: All doors must be closed and remain closed throughout theconfiguration process. 1. Turn the ignition to the 3 (...

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’...

Theft indicator The theft indicator is located in the instrument cluster. • When the ignition is in the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position, the indicator willflash once every 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLock 娂 system is functioning as a theft deterrent. • When the ignition is in the 3 (ON) position, the indi...

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. Manual seat recliner (if equipped) 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 t...

Using the armrest (if equipped) Push the release control to movethe armrest up or down. Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) The lumbar support control islocated on the outboard side of theseat. Turn the lumbar support controlclockwise for more support. Turn the lumbar supportcounter-clockw...

Move the switch in the direction ofthe arrows to raise or lower the rearportion of the seat cushion. Press the switch in the direction ofthe arrows to move the seatforward, backward, up or down. Press the control to recline theseatback forward or rearward. Note: On vehicles with memory seats, to pre...

Memory seats/power mirrors/adjustable pedals (if equipped) This system allows automaticpositioning of the driver seat, powermirrors, and adjustable pedals totwo programmable positions. The memory seat control is locatedon the outboard side of the seatcushion. • To program position 1, move thedriver ...

2. Locate handle on the side of theseat cushion by the door. 3. Pull up on the handle and pushthe seatback forward toward thefront of the vehicle. To return the seat to the upright position: 1. Lift the seatback toward the rearof the vehicle. 2. Rotate the seatback until youhear a click, locking it ...

Adjusting the 2nd row outboard 40% seat for E-Z Entry The E-Z entry seat allows for easier entry and exit to and from the 3rdrow seat.To enter the 3rd row seat:1. Fold down the 2nd row seat and release the handle. 2. Pull the handle up again until theseat releases from the floor. 3. Push the seat up...

Exiting the 3rd row 1. Pull the strap located at thebottom outboard of the seat back torelease the seat from the floor, androtate the seat up towards the frontseat. 2. Follow the directions above toreturn the seat from the E-Z entryand to the upright position. Reclining the 2nd row outboard 40% seat...

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 2nd row center 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 olderchild...

Pull up on the handle locatedbehind the seatback while pushingthe seatback forward and down intothe seat cushion. To return the seatback to its original position lift the seatback until itlatches into place. Before returning the seatback to its original position, make surethat cargo or any objects a...

Push the bottom portion of thecontrol button to lower the desiredseatback. Push the top of the control buttonto return the seatback to its originalposition. The power fold down seats will operate for 30 minutes after theignition switch is in Off. The transmission must be in P (park),and the liftgate...

safety belt pretensioners, front safety belt buckle sensors, and the driverseat position sensor. In addition, the RCM also monitors the restraintswarning light in the instrument cluster. A difficulty with the system isindicated by one or more of the following: • The warning light will either flash o...

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...

2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from thebuckle. • Front and rear seats All safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder beltsexcept for the front row center lap belt (if equipped). Front center lap belt To fasten the front center lap belt,insert the...

Automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is pre-locked. The belt will still retract toremove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. When to use the automatic locking mode • Anytime a child safety seat (except a booster) is...

After any vehicle collision, the combination lap and shoulder beltsystem at all passenger seating positions must be checked by an authorized dealer to verify that the “automatic locking retractor”feature for child seats is still functioning properly, in addition to otherchecks for proper safety belt...

To adjust the comfort guide: 1. Slip the shoulder belt into thebelt guide. (The portion of the beltbetween the latch tongue and theD-ring, not the portion where thebelt exits from the quarter trimpanel.) 2. Slide the guide up or down alongthe webbing so that the belt iscentered on the occupant’s sho...

Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they workproperly and are not damaged. Inspect the safety belts to make surethere are no nicks, tears or cuts. Replace if necessary. All safety beltassemblies, including retractors, buckles, front safety belt buckleass...

BeltMinder 姞 The BeltMinder 威 feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function. This feature provides additional reminders to thedriver that the driver’s safety belt is unbuckled by intermittentlysounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in theinstrument clu...

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts:(All statistics based on U.S. data) Reasons given... Consider... “Crashes are rare events” 36 700 crashes occur every day. The more we drive, the more we areexposed to “rare” events, even forgood drivers. 1 in 4 of us will be se...

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

2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately 1minute) • Step 3 must be completed within 50 seconds after the safety beltwarning light turns off. 3. At a moderate speed, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt 9 times,ending in the unbuckled state. (Step 3 must be completed with...

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 the vehicle, including the driver, should alw...

Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbagsupplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your authorized dealer. The front passenger airbag is not designed to offer protection toan occupant in the center front seating position. Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the veh...

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

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

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 Airbag Technical WorkingGroup. These recommended testingprocedures help reduce the risk...

The Safety Canopy 娂 is mounted to roof side-rail sheet metal, behind the headliner, along the entire side of the vehicle. In certain lateral collisionsor rollover events, the Safety Canopy 娂 system will be activated, regardless of which seats are occupied. The Safety Canopy 娂 is designed to inflate ...

• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeatperiodically until the problem and light are repaired. If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the SRS servicedat authorized dealer immediately. Unless serviced, the system may notfunction properly in the event of a...

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...

• LATCH lower anchors are recommended for use by children up to48 pounds (22 kg) in a child restraint. Top tether anchors can be usedfor 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 b...

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...

INFLATING YOUR TIRES Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properlyinflated. Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressurewithout appearing flat. Every day before you drive, check your tires. If one looks lower than theothers, use a tire gauge to check pressure o...

Age Tires degrade over time depending on many factors such as weather, storage conditions, and conditions of use (load, speed,inflation pressure, etc.) the tires experience throughout their lives.In general, tires should be replaced after six years regardless of treadwear. However, heat caused by ho...

The tire pressure sensors mounted in the wheels (originally installed onyour vehicle) are not designed to be used in aftermarket wheels. The use of wheels or tires not recommended by Ford Motor Companymay affect the operation of your Tire Pressure Monitoring System. If the TPMS indicator is flashing...

Tire and wheel alignment A bad jolt from hitting a curb or pothole can cause the front end of yourvehicle to become misaligned or cause damage to your tires. If yourvehicle seems to pull to one side when you’re driving, the wheels may beout of alignment. Have an authorized dealer check the wheel ali...

4. R: Indicates a “radial” type tire. 5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you change your wheel size, you will have to purchase new tires to match the new wheeldiameter. 6. 95: Indicates the tire’s load index. It is an index that relates to how much weight a tire can carry. You ...

13. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure: Indicates the tire manufacturers’ maximum permissible pressure and/or the pressure atwhich the maximum load can be carried by the tire. This pressure isnormally higher than the manufacturer’s recommended cold inflationpressure which can be found on the Saf...

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 Each road tire is equipped witha tire pressure sensor fastenedto the inside rim of the wheel.The pressure sensor is coveredby the tire and is not visibleunless the tire is removed. Thepressure sensor is locatedopposite (180 degrees) from thevalve stem. Care must be takenwhen...

When you believe your system is not operating properly The main function of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is to warn youwhen your tires need air. It can also warn you in the event the system is nolonger capable of functioning as intended. Please refer to the followingchart for information conc...

Low Tire PressureWarning Light Possible cause Customer Action Required Flashing WarningLight Spare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is in use. Repair the damaged roadwheel and re-mount it on thevehicle to restore systemfunctionality. For a descriptionof how the system functionsunder these condi...

any tire is under-inflated, carefully drive the vehicle to the nearestlocation where air can be added to the tires. Inflate all the tires to therecommended inflation pressure. SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires youcurrently have on your vehicle. The tires o...

your vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms for determiningyour vehicle’s weight ratings, with or without a trailer, from the vehicle’sTire Label or Safety Compliance Certification Label: Base Curb Weight – is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of fuel and all standard e...

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....

Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacitiesthan the originals because they may lower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than theoriginals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation cou...

• A final example for your vehicle with 1400 lb. (635 kg) of cargo andluggage capacity. You and one of your friends decide to pick upcement from the local home improvement store to finish that patioyou have been planning for the past 2 years. Measuring the inside ofthe vehicle with the rear seat fol...

TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle’s engine,transmission, axle, brakes, tires, and suspension. For your safety and tomaximize vehicle performance, be sure to use the proper equipmentwhile towing. Follow these guidelines to ensure safe towing procedure: • Stay within ...

Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR - lb. (kg) Trailer weight range (0 - maximum) lb. (kg) Expedition EL (U.S. Only) Expedition Max (Canada Only) 4x2 5.4L with standard trailer tow package All 12200 (5534) 0–6000 (0–2721) 5.4L with optional trailer tow package All 15000 (6804) 0–8900 (0–4036) Expedi...

2. Turn the air suspension (if equipped) control to OFF. 3. Measure the height of a reference point on the front and rear bumpersat the center of the vehicle. 4. Attach the trailer to the vehicle and adjust the hitch equalizers so thatthe front bumper height is within a 1 ⁄ 2 ” (13 mm) of the refere...

Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • Keep your speed no faster than 70 mph (112 km/h) during the first500 miles (800 km) of towing a trailer, and don’t make full throttlestarts. • Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut offautomatically when you are towing on long, steep gra...

• If you will be towing a trailer frequently in hot weather, hillyconditions, at GCWR, or any combination of these factors, considerrefilling your rear axle with synthetic gear lube if not already soequipped. Refer to the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for the lubricant specification. Rememb...

2WD vehicles (with automatic transmissions): • Place the transmission in N (Neutral) • Maximum speed is 35 mph (56 km/h) • Maximum distance is 50 miles (80 km) If a distance of 50 miles (80 km) or a speed of 35 mph (56 km/h) mustbe exceeded, the drive shaft will have to be removed before the vehicle...

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...

4. Make sure the parking brake isset. 5. Turn the key to 3 (ON) withoutturning the key to 4 (START). Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter for more information regarding the warning lights. Starting the engine Note: Whenever you ...

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...

a 110 volt grounded outlet. Be sure to re-attach the cap onto the plugwhen the heater is not in use. To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heaterwith ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. BRAKES Your service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the schedul...

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....

• Driving on slick surfaces. • Cornering while towing a heavily loaded trailer (refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter.) Roll Stability Control 娂 (RSC) The RSC system works in conjunction with the AdvanceTrac 威 system to help maintain roll stability of the vehicle during ag...

Aggressive driving in any road conditions can cause you to losecontrol of your vehicle increasing the risk of severe personal injury or property damage. The occurrence of a AdvanceTrac 威 with RSC event is an indication that at least some of the tires haveexceeded their ability to grip the road; this...

• Wheels out of alignment • Loose or worn suspension components Variable assist steering Your vehicle is equipped with variable assist power steering. At lowengine RPM, steering assist will adjust to reduce efforts and improve lowspeed maneuverability. At high engine RPM, the assist will adjust toim...

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 – column-shift transmission This vehicle is equipped with a park/brake-shift interlock feature thatpreven...

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 ...

5. Start the vehicle and release the parking brake. 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 vehic...

Audible Warnings Distance to Object Warning Speed above 2.5 mph (4 km/h) up to 1.6 feet (.5 meters) Solid 1.6 feet (.5 meters) to 3.1 feet (1 meter) Fast beep 3.1 feet (1 meter) to 5.7 feet (1.8 meters) Medium/fast beep 5.7 feet (1.8 meters) to 9 feet (2.8 meters) Medium beep 9 feet (2.8 meters) to ...

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) delivers power to the rear wheels only. This isappropriate for normal on-roaddriving on dry pavement. • 4A (4X4 AUTO) provides electronic control four-wheeldrive with power delivered to allfour wheels, as...

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...

• It often may be less risky to strike small objects, such as highwayreflectors, with minor damage to your vehicle rather than attempt asudden return to the pavement which could cause the vehicle to slidesideways out of control or roll over. Remember, your safety and thesafety of others should be yo...

Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turnmust be made, remember to avoid “over-driving” your vehicle, i.e.,turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoidthe emergency. Excessive steering will result in less vehicle control,not more...

If the transmission, transfer case, front axle or rear axle are submergedin water, their fluids should be checked and changed, if necessary. Driving through deep water may damage the transmission. If the front or rear axle is submerged in water, the axle lubricant shouldbe replaced. After driving th...

Maintenance and Modifications The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designedand tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or emptyand durable load carrying capability. For this reason, Ford MotorCompany strongly recommends that you do not make modifications suc...

ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Getting roadside assistance To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Companyoffers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program isseparate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for th...

• emergency travel expense reimbursement • travel planning benefits Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in yourwallet for quick reference. In the United States, this card is found in theOwner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment. In Canada,...

FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH FUEL RESET The fuel pump shut-off switch is a device intended to stop the electricfuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt. After a collision, if the engine cranks but does not start, the fuel pumpshut-off switch may have been activated. The fuel ...

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 The fuse panel is located under the right-hand side of the instrument panel. 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 thegrooves on the panel, ...

Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. Thepower distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect yourvehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high currentfuses. To reduce risk of electri...

The use of tire sealants may damage your tires. The use of tiresealants may also damage your Tire Pressure Monitoring System. If your vehicle is equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitoring System,refer to Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter for important info...

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...

Stowing the spare tire 1. Lay the tire on the ground, near the rear of the vehicle, with the valvestem side facing up. 2. Slide the wheel partially underthe vehicle and install the retainerthrough the wheel center. Ifequipped, you may have to removethe wheel center cap prior topushing the retainer t...

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

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to the jumpstarting stud located in the rear of the engine compartment, behind 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 (-)term...

Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the jump starting stud. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. + – + – 2007 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide (po...

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 engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. + – + – 2007 Expedition (exd) Owners Guid...

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...

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those caseswhere you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and theauthorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concernhave been unsatisfactory, Ford of C...

If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at thetime of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since thisinformation is subject to change, please ask your authorized dealer forcomplete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, orvisit the Ford ESP ...

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...

Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaningthe steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the airbag system. • Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been incontact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntanlotion in order to avoi...

For King Ranch Expedition leather seats, refer to separatesection in this chapter. • 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 DeluxeLeather Care Kit (ZC-11–D),...

• Do not spill coffee, ketchup, mustard, orange juice or oil-basedproducts on the leather as they may permanently stain the leather. • Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions, solvents orcleaners intended for rubber, vinyl or plastics. Scratches Natural Markings - Because the leath...

and appearance of your vehicle. Each product is made from high qualitymaterials that meet or exceed rigid specifications. For best results, usethe following products or products of equivalent quality: Motorcraft Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42) Motorcraft Car Care Kit (ZC-26) Motorcraft Car Wash (Canada ...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenance information which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your authorized dealer canprovide the necessary parts and service. Check your Warranty Guide/Owner Informat...

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 f...

BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice. If your battery has a cover/shield, make sure it is reinstalledafter the battery has been cleaned or replaced. For longer, trouble-free operation, keep...

Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuricacid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing ofacid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or eyes, flushimmediately with water for a minim...

7. Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process. • The vehicle may need to be driven 10 miles (16 km) or more torelearn the idle and fuel trim strategy. • If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idlequality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idletrim is ...

• Enables calibrated gauges to work properly. When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the“COLD FILL RANGE” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir(depending upon application). • Refer to schedu...

• Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant or equivalentmeeting Ford specification WSS-M97B51-A1. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. Note: Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets or an equivalent product meeting Ford specification WSS-M99B37-B6, ...

2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolantpressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle).Slowly turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure begins to release. 3. Step back while the pressure releases. 4. When you are sure that all the pressure ...

Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, referto Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter. Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this section. Severe climates If you drive in extremely col...

FUEL FILTER For fuel filter replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter. Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. Thecustomer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel systemif...

• Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Fuel such asgasoline is highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or permanentinjury. If fuel is swallowed, call a physician immediately, even if nosymptoms are immediately apparent. The toxic effects of fuel may notbe visible for hours. •...

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

If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel fillercap that is designed for your vehicle. The customer warranty maybe void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if thecorrect genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used. The fuel system may be under pressure. If...

Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use“Regular” unleaded gasoline withpump (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87.We do not recommend the use ofgasolines labeled as “Regular” thatare sold with octane ratings of 86 or lower in high altitude areas. Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes kno...

If you have run out of fuel: • You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times afterrefueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank tothe engine. On restarting, cranking time will take a few seconds longerthan normal. • Normally, adding one gallon of fuel is enough ...

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

Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting theengine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. Theengine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete. Ifthe vehicle is s...

TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid The automatic transmission does not have a transmission fluid dipstick. Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does notconsume fluid. However, the fluid level sho...

The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation: 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating (GVWR) / RestraintSystem 3. Vehicle line, series, body type 4. Engine type 5. Check digit 6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence nu...

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) .....................212 Accessory delay ..........................70 AdvanceTrac ..............................215 Air cleaner filter ...............311, 314 Air suspension ...........................220 description ..............................220 Airbag supplemental restraints...