Ford 2007 Explorer Sport Trac 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...

Note: Some Warning Lights will display in the Message Center as words and function the same as the warning light. Note: Depending on which options your vehicle has, some indicators may not be present in your vehicle. Service engine soon: The Service engine soon indicator light illuminates when the i...

• Optional instrument cluster Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warninglight is functional, it willmomentarily illuminate when theignition is turned to the ON positionwhen the engine is not running, or in a position between ON and START,or by applying the parking brake when the...

Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A BeltMinder 威 chime will also sound to remind youto fasten your safety belt. Refer tothe Seating and safety restraints chapter to activate/deactivate the BeltMinder 威 chime feature, Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging pr...

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine isrunning or hot. Low tire pressure warning: Illuminates when your tire pressureis low. If the light remains ON atstart up or while driving, the tirepressure should be checked. Referto Inflating Your Tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapt...

AdvanceTrac 威 : Flashes when the AdvanceTrac 威 with RSC system is active. Illuminates solid when thesystem has been disabled (by thedriver or as a result of a systemfailure), refer to the Driving chapter for more information. If “SERVICE RSC NOW” is displayed in the message center, refer to Message ...

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 ...

Press SHUFFLE to engage shufflemode. SHUFFLE ON will appear inthe display. If you wish to engageshuffle mode right away, press SEEK to begin random play. Otherwise,random play will begin when the current track is finished playing. CDSHUF will appear in the display.To disengage, press SHUFFLE again. ...

5. SEEK : In radio mode, press / to access the previous/next strong station. In CD mode , press / to access the previous/next CD track. In satellite radio mode (if equipped), press SEEK, SEEK to seek to the previous/next channel. If a specific category is selected,(Jazz, Rock, News, etc.), press SEE...

2. MUTE/ : Press to mute the playing media. Press again to returnto the playing media. 3. MENU: Press repeatedly to access the following settings: CATEGORY (satellite radio if equipped): : Press MENU until the currently active category appears in the display (CATEGORY MODE). In CATEGORY MODE, press ...

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 the soft and loud CD passages together for a moreconsistent listening level. ALL SEATS (Occupancy mode): Use...

6. / Play/Pause: This control is operational in CD and DVD mode(if equipped). When a CD or DVD isplaying in the FES system, press this control to play or pause thecurrent CD/DVD. The CD/DVD status will display in the radio display. If your vehicle is equipped with a Family Entertainment System (FES)...

In satellite radio mode (if equipped), there are 18 available presets, six each for SAT1, SAT2 and SAT3. To save satellite channels in yourmemory presets, tune to the desired channel then press and hold apreset control until sound returns. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS radios...

16. CD: Press to enter CD/MP3 mode. If a disc is already loadedinto the system, CD/MP3 play willbegin where it ended last. If no CD is loaded, NO DISC will appear in thedisplay. 17. LOAD: To load a disc into the system, press LOAD. Select a slotnumber using memory presets 1–6.When the display reads ...

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...

CD/CD player care Do: • Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface. • Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD cleanerand wipe from the center out. Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periodsof time. • Clean using a circula...

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...

• Terrain: Hills, mountains, tall buildings, bridges, tunnels, freewayoverpasses, parking garages, dense tree foliage and thunderstorms caninterfere with your reception. • Station overload: When you pass a ground based broadcast repeatingtower, a stronger signal may overtake a weaker one and result ...

Radio Display Condition Action Required NO TEXT Category information not available. Category information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. NO SIGNAL Loss of signal from the SIRIUS satellite or SIRIUS tower to the vehicle antenna. You are in a location that i...

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...

DUAL AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (DATC) SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 1. A/C control: Press to turn on the air conditioning. Press again toturn off the air conditioning. Usewith to improve cooling performance and efficiency. It engages automatically with the press of AUTO, , and MAX A/C. 2. (Recirculation c...

4. MAX A/C: Distributes recirculated air through theinstrument panel vents to cool thevehicle. This recooling of theinterior air is more economical and efficient. Recirculated air may alsohelp reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. 5. DUAL: Press to turn on the separate passenger side t...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. Autolamp Control(if equipped) The autolamp control sets theheadlamps to turn on and offautomatically. The autolamp control,located on the headlamp cont...

Push the headlamp control towards the instrument panel to deactivatethe foglamps. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) To activate DRL: • the ignition must be in the ON position and • the headlamp control is in the or position • the transmission is not in park. Always remember to turn on your h...

PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel when exteriorlights are on. • Rotate the thumbwheel from leftto right to brighten theinstrument panel. • Rotate the thumbwheel from rightto left to dim the instrumentpanel. • Rotate fully to the right (past detent) to turn on i...

3. Turn on the low beam headlamps.The brightest part of the lightshould be below the horizontal line(4). If it is above the line theheadlamp will need to be adjusted. 4. Open the hood. 5. Locate the vertical adjuster foreach headlamp. Adjust the aim byturning the adjuster control eitherclockwise (to...

Cargo/reading lamps The dome portion of the lamp orthe center light can be turned onwhen the panel dimmer control isrotated past the detent or when adoor is opened. The rear dome lamp can be turnedON or OFF by sliding the control. BULB REPLACEMENT Headlamp Condensation The headlamps are vented to eq...

3. Disconnect the electricalconnector. 4. Remove the old bulb by turningcounterclockwise and pull it out. 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 ...

Replacing tail/brake/turn/backup lamp bulbs 1. Turn the headlamp switch to OFFand open the tailgate. 2. Remove the two bolts from thelamp assembly. 3. Remove the lamp assembly. 4. Rotate the bulb socketcounterclockwise and remove itfrom the lamp assembly. 5. Pull the bulb straight out of thesocket. ...

Replacing license plate lamp bulbs The license plate bulbs are locatedbehind the rear bumper. To changethe license plate lamp bulbs: 1. Reach behind the rear bumper tolocate the bulb. 2. Twist the bulb socketcounterclockwise and carefully pullto remove it from the lampassembly. 3. Pull out the old b...

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. Windshield washer: Push the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe ofthe wipers without washer fluid. • a quick pus...

Slide on rod feature 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 overhead console...

Installing a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety ofaftermarket garage door openers: • Place the VELCRO 威 hook onto the side of the aftermarkettransmitter opposite of thebutton. • Place the transmitter into storagecompartment, button down...

The auxiliary power point is locatedin the floor console. 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...

CENTER CONSOLE 1. Cupholders 2. Tissue holder in lid 3. Rear power point 4. Large utility compartment has anexterior power point in front of thelid, and inside the compartment hascoin holder slots and abusiness/credit card holder The rear side of the console mayincorporate the following features: • ...

One touch down Allows the driver’s window to openfully without holding the controldown. Push the switch completelydown to the second detent andrelease quickly. The window willopen fully. Momentarily press theswitch to any position to stop thewindow operation. Window lock The window lock feature allo...

The following are possible reasons for using the security override: • Ice on the window causing a restriction. • Window unexpectedly reverses. Position recovery mode If the motor loses position and stops mid travel, the motor will respondto switch inputs by moving 0.6 in. (15 mm) each switch command...

EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors The ignition must be in the ACC or ON position to adjust the power sideview mirrors. To adjust your mirrors: 1. Rotate the control clockwise toadjust the right mirror and rotatethe control counterclockwise toadjust the left mirror. 2. Move the control in the ...

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...

Press FAN + or - to adjust fanspeed. MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) You can move the glass panel of the moon roof back to open or tilt up(from the closed position) to ventilate the vehicle. Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave childrenunattended in the vehicle. They may seriously hurt thems...

Bounce back override: To override bounce back, within 2 seconds after reaching bounce back position, if the switch is held in the close positionthe moon roof will close with a 20–25 percent increase of closing forcebefore it will bounce back again. If the switch is released before themoon roof reach...

Compass zone adjustment (if equipped) 1. Determine which magnetic zoneyou are in for your geographiclocation by referring to the zonemap. 2. Turn ignition to the ON position. 3. Locate the reset button on top ofthe compass sensor mounted behindthe mirror. 4. Press and hold the reset buttonon the com...

An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center andaccording to the recommended maintenance schedule. USE ONLYRECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON. Displayed when the engine oil life reaches 5% or less of the Oil Life Start Value. OPTIONAL MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) W...

Selectable features Reset Press the RESET control to selectand reset functions shown in theINFO menu, SETUP menu, textwarnings and reconfigurable telltalewarnings. Info menu The Info menu items are shown onthe top two lines of the messagecenter. Press the INFO control todisplay the following: • Trip...

DTE is calculated using a running average fuel economy, which is basedon your recent driving history of 500 miles (800 km). This value is notthe same as the average fuel economy display. The running average fueleconomy is reinitialized to a factory default value if the battery isdisconnected. Averag...

System check Selecting this function from theSETUP MENU causes the messagecenter to cycle through each of thesystems being monitored. For eachof the monitored systems, themessage center will indicate eitheran OK message or a warningmessage for two seconds. Pressing the RESET control cycles the messa...

Most geographic areas (zones) have a magnetic north compass point thatvaries slightly from the northerly direction on maps. This variation is fourdegrees between adjacent zones and will become noticeable as thevehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate thiserror. Refer to ...

7. Wait 4 seconds when correct zoneis chosen. Compass calibration adjustment (if equipped) Perform compass calibration in an open area free from steel structuresand high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electricalaccessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure a...

An oil change is required whenever indicated by the message center andaccording to the recommended maintenance schedule. USE ONLYRECOMMENDED ENGINE OILS. ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON. Displayed when the engine oil life reaches 5% or less of the Oil Life Start Value. POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Do not ins...

Tailgate removal Your tailgate is removable to allowmore room for loading. 1. Lower the tailgate. 2. Use a screwdriver to pry thespring clip (on each connector) pastthe head of the support screw.Disconnect cable. 3. Disconnect the other cable. 4. Lift tailgate to a 45–degree anglefrom horizontal. 5....

To extend the cargo cage: 1. Lower tailgate. 2. Pull the lever on each side of thecargo cage to release it from thepickup box. 3. Lift the cargo cage over on to thetailgate. 4. Evenly push down on the cargocage and push the lever in on eachside locking it in place. To stow the cargo cage, follow ste...

Interior tonneau cover release Your vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior tonneau coverrelease handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults inthe event they become locked inside the pickup box. Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation andlocation of ...

Interior tiedown hooks Mounted inside the pickup box,each tiedown hook can secure loadsup to 200 lb. (90 kg). Total pickupbox cargo weight is not to exceedoverall vehicle payload, refer to Vehicle loading in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. LUGGAGE RACK Your vehicle is equipped with a roof rac...

KEYS One key operates the door and tailgate locks and starts the vehicle. Thetonneau cover (if equipped) uses a unique key. Always carry a spare keywith you in case of an emergency. Your door and ignition keys are programmed to your vehicle; using anon-programmed key will not permit your vehicle to ...

Deactivating/activating autolock Your vehicle comes with the autolock feature enabled. There are fourmethods to enable/disable this feature: • Through your authorized dealer, or • Performing the power door lock control procedure, or • Performing the keyless entry key pad (if equipped) procedure, or ...

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 receive a horn chirp to indicate the system has beendisabled or a chirp followed by a honk to indicate the system has beenenabled. Message center procedure For informatio...

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

Your vehicle is equipped with a remote entry system which allows you to: • unlock the vehicle doors withouta key. • lock all the vehicle doors withouta key. • activate the personal alarm. If there are problems with the remote entry system, make sure to take ALL remote entry transmitters with you to ...

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

The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or • any door is open. The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 10 minutes after theignition has been turned to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position. KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) You can use the keyless ...

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

Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediatelyafter switching the ignition to the 2(ACCESSORY) position. The theft indicator will flash everytwo seconds when the vehicle isarmed. Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 3 (ON) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle. • The theft in...

Please read and understand theentire procedure before you begin. 1. Insert the first previouslyprogrammed coded key into the ignition. 2. Turn the ignition from the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position to the 3 (ON)position. Keep the ignition in the 3 (ON) position for at least threeseconds, but no more than 10 se...

SEATING Notes: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk ofinjury in a collision or sudden stop. Before returning the seatback to...

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

Press the control to recline theseatback forward or rearward. Using the power lumbar support (if equipped) The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Press one side of the control toadjust firmness. Press the other side of the controlto adjust softness. Heated seats (if eq...

REAR SEATS Folding down the 2nd row 60/40 seats Ensure that the head restraint is in the down position and no objectssuch as books, purses or briefcases are on the floor in front of thesecond row seats before folding them down. 1. Lower the head restraints bypulling on the strap. 2. Locate handle on...

because they are initially sitting very close to the airbag. For otheroccupants, this occurs when the occupant is not properly restrained bysafety belts or child safety seats and they move forward during pre-crashbraking. The most effective way to reduce the risk of unnecessaryinjuries is to make su...

Front safety belt energy management retractors The front outboard safety belt energy management retractors allowwebbing to be pulled out of the retractor in a gradual and controlledmanner in response to the occupant’s forward momentum. This helpsreduce the risk of force-related injuries to the occup...

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while thevehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should alwaysproperly wear their safety belts, even when an airbag supplemental restraint system (SR...

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

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

• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is pulled out. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clickingsound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic lockingmode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Unbuckle the combination...

Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver andright front passenger seating positions. The safety belt pretensioner tightens the safety belts firmly against theoccupant’s body at the start of the crash. When the optional Safety Canopy 娂 system, sea...

Second row comfort guide The second row outboardlap/shoulder belt is equipped with abelt comfort guide. This guide isattached to the quarter trim paneland is used to adjust the comfort ofthe shoulder belt for smalleroccupants in the outboard secondrow seats. To adjust the comfort guide: 1. Slip the ...

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

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” 36700 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 ser...

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...

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...

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. Modifications to the front end of the vehicle, including frame,bumper, front end body structure and non-Ford tow hooks may effect the performance of the airbag sensors incr...

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 air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in acollision. The SRS ...

The front passenger sensing system will disable (will not inflate) thefront passenger’s frontal airbag if: • the front passenger seat is unoccupied, or has small/medium objects inthe front seat. • the system determines that an infant is present in a rear-facing infantseat that is installed according...

The front passenger sensing system may detect small or medium objectsplaced on the seat cushion. For most objects that are in the frontpassenger seat, the passenger airbag will be disabled. Even though thepassenger airbag is disabled, the ⬙ pass airbag off ⬙ lamp may or may not be illuminated accord...

To reduce the risk of possible serious injury:Do not stow objects in seat back map pocket (if equipped) or hang objects off seat back if a child is in the front passenger seat.Do not place objects underneath the front passenger seat or betweenthe seat and the center console (if equipped).Check the “...

Any alteration/modification to the front passenger seat mayaffect the performance of the front passenger sensing system. 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 secti...

Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag SRS, itsfuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag. See your authorized dealer. All occupants of the vehicle should always wear their safety beltseven when an airbag SRS is provided. How does the side airbag system work? The design ...

The airbag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains lateraldeceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuitthat initiates airbag inflation. The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean thatsomething is wrong with the system. Rather, i...

Do not lean your head on the door. The Safety Canopy 娂 could injure you as it deploys from the headliner. Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Safety Canopy 娂 system, its fuses, the A, B, or C pillar trim, or the headliner on a vehicle containing a Safety Canopy 娂 . See your authorized d...

If the Safety Canopy 娂 system has deployed, the Safety Canopy 娂 will not function again. The SafetyCanopy 娂 system (including the A, B and C pillar trim) must beinspected and serviced by anauthorized dealer. If the Safety Canopy 娂 is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase therisk of injury ...

Important child restraint precautions You are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the U.S.and Canada. If small children (generally children who are four years oldor younger and who weigh 40 lb. [18 kg] or less) ride in your vehicle, youmust put them in safety seats made especial...

Child booster seats Children outgrow a typical convertible or toddler seat when they weigh40 lb. (18 kg) and are around 4 years of age. Although the lap/shoulderbelt will provide some protection, these children are still too small forlap/shoulder belts to fit properly, which could increase the risk ...

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...

Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Most new forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap whichgoes over the back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point. Tetherstraps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contactthe manufacturer of your child seat fo...

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...

When inflating your tires When putting air into your tires (such as at a gas station or in yourgarage), the Tire Pressure Monitoring System may not respondimmediately to the air added to your tires. It may take up to two minutes of driving over 20 mph (32 km/h) for thelight to turn OFF after you hav...

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....

Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result inserious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury. Steps for determining the correct load limit: 1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargoshould never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.” on your vehicle’s placard. 2. D...

TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with your vehicle may require the use of a trailer towoption package. 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 equipment...

4x2 GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weight Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-lb. (kg) Trailer weightrange-lb. (kg)(0-Maximum) 4.0L SOHC ClassII towing 3.73 8500 (3856) 0–3500 (0–1588) 4.6L* Class IItowing 3.55 8500 (3856) 0–3500 (0–1588) 4.0L SOHC ClassIII/IV towing 3.73 10000 (4536) 0...

4WD GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weight Engine Rear axleratio MaximumGCWR-lb. (kg) Trailer weightrange-lb. (kg)(0-Maximum) 4.0L SOHCClass II towing 3.73 8500 (3856) 0–3500 (0–1588) 4.6L* Class IItowing 3.55 8500 (3856) 0–3500 (0–1588) 4.0L SOHCClass III/IVtowing 3.73 10000 (4536) 0–50...

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...

RECREATIONAL TOWING (ALL WHEELS ON THE GROUND) Follow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to towyour vehicle with all four wheels on the ground (such as behind arecreational vehicle). These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is notdamaged due to insufficie...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. OFF/LOCK, shuts off the engineand all accessories/locks the steeringwheel, gearshift lever and allows keyremoval. 2. ACC, allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. This position also unlocksthe steering wheel. 3...

Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to 3 (ON) withoutturning the key to 4 (START). Ifthere is difficulty in turning the key,rotate the steering wheel until thekey turns freely. This condition mayoccur when: • the front wheels are turned • a front wheel is against the curb 2. Turn the key to 4 (START...

To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heaterwith ungrounded electrical systems or two-pronged (cheater) adapters. BRAKES Occasional brake noise is normal. If a metal-to-metal, continuous grindingor continuous squeal sound is present, the brake linings may be worn-outand should be i...

Even when the ABS is disabled,normal braking is still effective. (Ifyour BRAKE warning lampilluminates with the parking brakereleased, have your brake systemserviced immediately.) Parking brake Apply the parking brake wheneverthe vehicle is parked. To set theparking brake, press the parkingbrake ped...

• 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...

PREPARING TO DRIVE Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate thanother types of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likelyto die than a person wearing a seat belt. Your vehicle has larger tires and increased ground clearance, giving thevehicle a h...

Driving with a 5–speed automatic transmission (if equipped) This vehicle is equipped with an Adaptive Transmission Control Strategy.This Adaptive Transmission Control Strategy offers the optimaltransmission operation and shift quality. When the vehicle’s battery hasbeen disconnected for any type of ...

Forced downshifts • Allowed in D (Overdrive) or Drive. • Depress the accelerator to the floor. • Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear. Driving with a 6–speed automatic transmission (if equipped) This vehicle is equipped with an Adaptive Transmission Control Strategy.This Adaptive Transm...

• Will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; allows for 1 (First)when vehicle reaches slower speeds. Forced downshifts • Allowed in D (Drive) only. • Depress the accelerator to the floor. • Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear. If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow If your ve...

If your vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leavingit misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causinginaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms. FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) For important information regarding safe operation of this typeof vehicl...

Note: If your vehicle is equipped with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), the system indicator light may illuminate depending onhow much air is released from your tires and/or how long you drive thevehicle under these conditions. Avoid excessive speed because vehicle momentum can work again...

“Tread Lightly” is an educationalprogram designed to increase publicawareness of land-use regulationsand responsibilities in our nationswilderness areas. Ford MotorCompany joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of LandManagement in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest andother ...

Never drive with chains on the front tires of 4WD vehicles without alsoputting them on the rear tires. This could cause the rear to slide andswing around during braking. Maintenance and Modifications The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designedand tested to provide predicta...

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 ...

HAZARD FLASHER The hazard flasher is located on thesteering column, just behind thesteering wheel. The hazard flasherswill operate when the ignition is inany position or if the key is not inthe ignition. Push in the flasher control and allfront and rear direction signals willflash. Press the flasher...

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

Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wiredamage and could start a fire. Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses Cartridge maxi fuses 2A Grey Grey...

Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located below theinstrument panel on the driver’sside. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel box. The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 1 20A M...

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 25 15A Trailer tow park lamps, Trailertow electronic brake module 26 15A License plate lamps, Rear parklamps, Front park lamps, Manualclimate control 27 15A Not used 28 10A Manual/DEATC climate control CB1 25A Windows T...

• hold the steering wheel firmly. • slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. Note: The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) indicator light will illuminate when the spare is in use. To restore the full functionality ofthe monitoring system, all road wheels equipped with tire pressuremo...

When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above, do not: • Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) • Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on theSafety Compliance Label • Tow a trailer • Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar sparetire • Use more than one...

• Winter weather driving capability • Wet weather driving capability • All-Wheel driving capability (if applicable) • Load leveling adjustment (if applicable) When driving with the full-size dissimilar spare tire/wheel additionalcaution should be given to: • Towing a trailer • Driving vehicles equip...

Location of the spare tire and tools The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the followinglocations: Tool Location Spare tire Under the vehicle, just in front ofthe rear bumper. Jack, lug nut wrench, jack handle, jack handle extension, wheel chock In the cab behind the passengerside ...

If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could beseriously injured. Do not attempt to change a tire on the side of the vehicle closeto moving traffic. Pull far enough off the road to avoid the danger of being hit when operating the jack or changing the wheel. 1. Use the tip of the lug ...

8. Remove the jack and fully tightenthe lug nuts in the order shown.Refer to Wheel lug nut torque specifications later in this chapter for the proper lug nut torquespecification. Stowing the flat/spare tire Note: Failure to follow spare tire stowage instructions may result in failure of cable or los...

Stowing the jack and tools 1. Unblock the wheels. 2. Stow the wheel ornament (if removed) in a safe location in the vehicle(such as the glove box or jack stowage compartment) so it will notbecome damaged. Re-install the wheel ornament onto the wheel once thetire is repaired or replaced. 3. Stow the ...

Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes andclothing, if contacted. Do not attempt to push-start your automatic transmissionvehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-startcapability. Attempting to push-start a vehicle with an automatictransmission may cause transmission dama...

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to the ground studlocated toward the front of the vehicle (forward of the battery) on theradiator support. Keep the negative (-) cable away from the battery andthe carburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or ...

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. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of thebooster vehicle’s battery. 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) term...

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 slingbe...

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...

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. The highpressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage. • Do not spray a hot engine with...

4.0L SOHC V6 Engine 4.6L V8 Engine • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in therunning engine may cause internal damage. PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your authorized dealer. • For routin...

coatings, tree sap, or other organic contamination; these contaminantsmay cause squeaking or chatter noise from the blades, and streaking andsmearing of the windshield. To clean these items, follow these tips: • The windshield, rear windows and side windows may be cleaned witha non-abrasive cleaner ...

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

• Do not use household cleaning products, alcohol solutions, solvents orcleaners intended for rubber, vinyl and plastics, or oil/petroleum-basedleather conditioners. These products may cause premature wearing ofthe clear, protective coating. Note: In some instances, color or dye transfer can occur w...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS • Use the scheduled maintenance information to track routine service. • Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service partsconforming to specifications. • Your authorized dealer can provide parts and service. PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE • Do not work ...

OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom left corner of the instrumentpanel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle andrelease the auxiliary latch that islocated under the front center ofthe hood. 3. Lift the hood. 2007 07+ Explorer Sport Trac (esp) Owne...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 1. Engine oil filler cap 2. Engine oil dipstick (out of view) 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Power distribution box 5. Battery 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Radiator cap 8. Engine coolant reservoir 9. Air filter assembly 10. Wa...

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB-M8B16–A2.Do not use any special washer fluid such as windshield water repellenttype fluid or bug wash. They...

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

• 4.0L V6 engine • 4.6L V8 engine 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain. • If the oil level is between the lower and upper holes, the oil level is acceptable, DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below the lower hole, add enough oil to raise thelevel within th...

• 4.0L V6 engine • 4.6L V8 engine • Oil levels above the upper hole may cause engine damage. Some oilmust be removed from the engine by an authorized dealer. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the...

To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with theengine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. Engine Oil Recommendations 4.0L V6 Engine Look for this certificationtrademark. Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the AmericanP...

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...

• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recycling centerto find out more about recyclingautomotive batteries. ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant sho...

Adding engine coolant When adding coolant, make sure it is a 50/50 mixture of engine coolantand distilled water. Add the mixture to the coolant reservoir, when the engine is cool , until the appropriate fill level is obtained. Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam andscalding liqui...

Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled enginecoolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium GoldEngine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yetavailable. Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner. ...

• Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure thecoolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequateprotection at the temperatures in which you drive. Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cool...

Oil overheat can be triggered in severe driving conditions, such astowing heavy loads over mountainous terrain in extreme hottemperatures. As oil temperature increases, engine and vehicle speedwill be limited. The transmission will also shift differently. When the engine oil has cooled, the vehicle ...

• Be particularly careful if you are taking “Antabuse” or other forms ofdisulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism. Breathing gasoline vapors,or skin contact could cause an adverse reaction. In sensitiveindividuals, serious personal injury or sickness may result. If fuel issplashed on the skin, prom...

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 of a turn to unscrewthe cap. 3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe. 4. Reinstall the c...

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...

• The indicator may come on. For more information on the “check engine” or the “service engine soon” indicator, refer to Warning lights and chimes in the Instrument Cluster chapter. ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you,...

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

POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is necessary, use only MERCON 威 ATF. 1. Start the engine and let it rununtil it reaches normal operatingtemperature (the engine coolanttemperature gauge...

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

DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE If the original universal joints are replaced with universal joints equippedwith grease fittings, lubrication will be necessary. Note: Your vehicle’s driveshaft is balanced. If undercoating the vehicle,protect the driveshaft and universal joints to prevent ove...

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label The National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Safety ComplianceCertification Label be affixed to avehicle and prescribe where theSafety Compliance CertificationLabel may be located. The SafetyCompliance Cert...

6. Model year 7. Assembly plant 8. Production sequence number TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find atransmission/transaxle code on theSafety Compliance CertificationLabel. The following table tells youwhich transmission or transaxleeach code represents. Description Code Five-speed a...

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 Accessory delay ..........................64 AdvanceTrac ..............................212 Air cleaner filter ...............309–310 Air conditioning ..........................45 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ................142–143, 151, 153 and child safety seats ............144description...