Ford 2009 Expedition v.1- User Manual

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

Service Data Recording Service data recorders in your vehicle are capable of collecting andstoring diagnostic information about your vehicle. This potentiallyincludes information about the performance or status of various systemsand modules in the vehicle, such as engine, throttle, steering or brake...

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 WARNING: Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. Before yo...

Export unique (Non–United States/Canada) vehicle specificinformation For your particular global region, your vehicle may be equipped withfeatures and options that are different from the ones that are describedin this Owner’s Guide. A market unique supplement may be supplied that complements this boo...

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 LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Parking Brake System Brake Fluid -Non-Petroleum Based P...

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 ...

WARNING: Under engine misfire conditions, excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter, the fuel system, interior floor coverings or other vehicle components, possiblycausing a fire. Powertrain malfunction/reducedpower (RTT) (if equipped): Displays when the engine hasdefaulted...

Low tire pressure warning(if equipped): Illuminates when your tire pressure is low. If the lightremains on at start up or whiledriving, the tire pressure should bechecked. Refer to Inflating your tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to on, the light will ...

Key-in-ignition warning chime (if equipped): Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the off or accessory position and the driver’s dooris opened. Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and thedriver’...

Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute.Driving with your tachometerpointer continuously at the top ofthe scale may damage the engine. Battery voltage gauge: Indicates the battery voltage when theignition is in the on position. If thepointer moves and stays outside thenormal...

AUDIO SYSTEMSQuick start — How to get going WARNING: Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take theirfocus off the road. The drivers primary responsibility is the s...

For a single CD system, if a disc is not already loaded, insert onlyone, label side up into the CD slot.LOADING CD and READING DISC will appear in the display. The firsttrack on the disc will begin playing. For an in-dash six CD system, if a disc is not already loaded, pressLOAD. Select a slot numbe...

While in folder mode, pressFOLDER to access the next folder on MP3 discs, if available. 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...

• DELETE ALL SONGS: Press OK to delete all song’s from the system’s memory. The display will read ARE YOU SURE ? Press OK toconfirm deletion of all saved songs and the display will read ALLDELETED. Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS. • ENABLE ALERTS / DISABLE...

To view the station name or type: With RBDS ON, press TEXT/SCAN to toggle between displaying the station type (COUNTRY, ROCK, etc.) orthe station name (WYCD, WXYZ, etc.). BASS: Press MENU to reach the bass setting. Use / / SEEK, SEEK to adjust. Press OK to close and return to the main menu. TREB (Tr...

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 amore consistent listening level. Press OK to close and return to...

6. / OK(Play/Pause): This control is operational in CD andDVD mode (if equipped). When aCD or DVD is playing in the FES system, press this control to play orpause the current CD/DVD. The CD/DVD status will display in the radiodisplay. OK: Use in various menu selections. If your vehicle is equipped w...

12. Memory presets: To set a station, select the desired frequencyband, AM, FM1 or FM2. Tune to thedesired station. Press and hold a preset button until sound returns andPRESET # SAVED appears in the display. You can save up to 18 stations,six in AM, six in FM1 and FM2. In satellite radio mode (if e...

In TEXT MODE, sometimes the display requires additional text to bedisplayed. When the “>” indicator is active, press TEXT/SCAN and thenSEEK to view the additional display text. When the “<” indicator is active, press TEXT/SCAN and then SEEK to view the previous display text.Press and hold to h...

Note: An MP3 disc with folders will show F001 (folder #) T001 (track #) in the display. An MP3 disc without folders will show T001 (track#) inthe display. Refer to MP3 folder structure later in this chapter for further information. 18. (CD eject): To eject a disc from the system, press . Select the ...

Your vehicle is equipped with anAuxiliary Input Jack (AIJ) locatedinside the center console. 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 f...

The front speakers remain playing for the front passengers. Press thespeaker button, or the 2/4 preset buttons simultaneously on the radioagain to deactivate the headphones and dual play mode. The wordsSINGLE PLAY will illuminate on the radio display and fade control andsound from rear speakers will...

CDs with homemade paper(adhesive) labels should not beinserted into the CD player asthe label may peel and cause theCD to become jammed. It isrecommended that homemadeCDs be identified withpermanent felt tip marker ratherthan adhesive labels. Ballpoint pens may damage CDs. Pleasecontact your authori...

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 ...

Your vehicle may be equipped with a Family Entertainment System(FES) which allows you to listen to audio CDs, MP3 discs, watch DVDsand to plug in and play a variety of standard video game systems. TheDVD player is capable of playing standard DVDs, CDs, MP3s and iscompatible with CD-R/W, CD-R and cer...

1. Press theheadphone/speaker / button on the DVD player or press the 2and 4 memory presets on the radio at the same time. A green light will illuminate next to either the A or B Headphone ControlButton to indicate which channel is active (able to be controlled). 2. Press MEDIA to change the audio s...

To adjust display brightness: To decrease/increase the brightnesslevel on the display screen, pressthe brightness control on the DVDsystem. A display will appear at thebottom of the screen indicating thebrightness level. The brightness display will only appear when the menuis not displayed. DVD play...

16. Cursor /Brightness controls: Use the cursor controls to makevarious selections when in anymenu. When not in a menu, and inDVD mode, press / to adjust the brightness. A display bar will appear at the bottom of the screenindicating the brightness levels. Remote control Unless otherwise stated, all...

1. Power control: Press to turn the FES (Family Entertainment System) ON/OFF. 2. Cursor controls: Use in various active menus to advance the cursor up/down/left/right. When not in a Menu, the left and right cursor controlsdecrease and increase the display brightness. 3. DISPLAY: Press to access the ...

Battery replacement Batteries are supplied with the remote control unit. Since all batterieshave a limited shelf life, replace them when the unit fails to control theDVD player. Remove the screw and unlatch the battery cover to access the batteries. The remote control unit uses two AAA batteries whi...

Headphones Wireless headphones WARNING: The driver should never use the headphones while driving the vehicle. Using headphones may prevent the driver from hearing audible warnings such as horns or emergency sirens,which could result in a crash causing serious injury. Give your fullattention to drivi...

Wired headphones WARNING: Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children operate the system while unsupervised. If wired headphones or auxiliary systems are used, children may becomeentangled in the cords and seriously injure themselves. WARNING: The driver should never use ...

Press MEDIA to change the audiosource for Channel A. Thisinformation will display on the DVDsystem screen. Press the Headphone Control buttonB to change the audio source forChannel B. Press MEDIA to change the audio source for Channel B. This informationwill display on the DVD system screen. Channel...

There are three levels of control ofthe FES buttons. The states areFULL (enabled), LOCAL orLOCKED (disabled). To change the level of control, press the memorypreset controls 3 and 5 simultaneously on the front audio controls. Thecontrol level will cycle each time the buttons are pressed simultaneous...

rights owners. Use of this copyright protection technology must beauthorized by Macrovision Corporation, and is intended for home andother limited viewing uses only unless otherwise authorized byMacrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly isprohibited. MP3: Supply of this product onl...

WARNING: The driver should not attempt to operate any function of the DVD system while the vehicle is in motion. Give full attention to driving and to the road. Pull off the road in a safeplace before inserting or extracting DVDs from the system. A remotecontrol is included in the system to allow th...

Care and service of the DVD player Environmental extremes DVD players which are subjected to harsh environmental conditions maybe damaged or perform at less than maximum capability. To avoid theseoutcomes, whenever possible avoid exposing your DVD player to: • extremely hot or cold temperatures. • d...

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...

with the front control. The rear cabin airflow temperature will match thedriver airflow temperature setting when only the center rear temperaturelight ( REAR ) is illuminated. The rear cabin airflow temperature will be warmer or cooler than the driver airflow temperature settingwhen more than one re...

2. Rear temperature control: Press to enable the auxiliary system and set the desired rear cabin airflow temperature with the front control. Therear cabin airflow temperature will match the driver airflow temperaturesetting when only the center rear temperature bar is illuminated. Therear cabin airf...

• For maximum cooling performance, (MAX A/C): In AUTO: Press AUTO control and set to desired temperature. In Manual Override: Press the (panel), A/C, and recirculated air , set the temperature to 60°F (16°C) and the fan to the highest blower setting. • Do not put objects under the front seats that w...

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER R The rear defroster control is locatedon the climate control panel andworks to clear the rear window offog and thin ice. The engine must be running to operate the rear window defroster. Press the control to turn the rear window defroster on. An indicator lighton the button wil...

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to thefirst position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate to the second position to turn on the headlamps. Rotate back to to turn the headlamps off. Autolamp control The autolamp system provides lightsensitive automatic on/off control ofthe exterior light...

Fog lamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control also operatesthe fog lamps. The fog lamps can beturned on when the headlamp control is in the , or positions and the high beams arenot turned on. Pull the headlamp control towardsyou to turn the fog lamps on. Thefog lamp indicator light will illumi...

WARNING: Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather. The Daytime Running Lamp (DRL) system does not activate the tail lamps and generally may notprovide adequate lighting during these conditions. Failure to activateyour headlamps under these conditions may result i...

TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the leftturn signal. • Push up to activate the right turnsignal. 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 pan...

Second row map lamps (if equipped) The second row map lamps arelocated in the headliner above thesecond row seats. The second row map lamp lightswhen: • any door is opened, • the instrument panel dimmerswitch is rotated up until the courtesy lamps come on, and • any of the remote entry controls are ...

Function Number of bulbs Trade number Turn/tail/brake/sidemarker lamps 2 3157K or 4157K Backup lamp 2 921 Approach/mirror turn signallamps (if equipped) 2 906 Mirror approach lamps – nonturn signal (if equipped) 2 *See your dealer License lamp 2 168 Visor vanity lamp - Slide on railsystem (SOR) 2 A6...

5. Rotate the bulb socketcounterclockwise and remove fromthe lamp assembly. 6. Carefully pull the bulb out of thesocket and push in the new bulb. 7. Install the bulb socket into thelamp assembly and rotate clockwise. 8. Install the headlamp assemblyand secure with two retainer bolts. Replacing tail/...

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...

Windshield wiper rainlamp feature (if equipped with Autolamp) When the windshield wipers are turned on during daylight, and theheadlamp control is in the autolamp position, the exterior lamps will turnon after a brief delay and will remain on until the wipers are turned off. Rear window wiper/washer...

ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR (IF EQUIPPED) Lift the mirror cover to turn on thevisor mirror lamp. Slide on rod feature (ifequipped) Rotate the visor towards the sidewindow and extend it rearward foradditional sunlight coverage. Note: To stow the visor back into the headliner, visor must beretracted befo...

WARNING: Do not use the conversation mirror to view rearward traffic, do not allow rear passengers to distract you from the driving task, and make sure the rear view mirror has a clearview of rearward traffic. Failure to do so could increase the risk of acrash from an unseen vehicle, which may resul...

To have full capacity usage of your power point, the engine is required tobe running to avoid unintentional discharge of the battery. To preventthe battery from being discharged: • do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine isnot running, • do not leave battery chargers, video ...

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 (to the first detent) andhold the switch to close. Rear Window Buffeting: When one or both of the rear windows are open, the vehicle may demonstrate a wind throb or bu...

Bounce-Back (Driver’s window only) When an obstacle has been detected in the window opening as thewindow is moving upward, the window will automatically reversedirection and move down. This is known as “bounce-back”. If the ignitionis turned off (without accessory delay being active) during bounce-b...

Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror Your vehicle is equipped with an interior rear view mirror which has anauto-dimming function. The electronic day/night mirror will change fromthe normal (high reflective) state to the non-glare (darkened) statewhen bright lights (glare) reach the mirror. W...

EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors The ignition can be in any position to adjust the power side view 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 directionyo...

Note: 10 or more switch activations within one minute, or repeated folding/unfolding of the mirrors while holding the switch rearward duringfull travel, may cause the system to disable the fold/unfold function toprotect motors from overheating. Should this occur, wait approximatelythree minutes with...

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

POWER DEPLOYABLE RUNNING BOARDS (IF EQUIPPED) Deployable running boards (DRB) automatically move when the doorsare opened to assist entering and exiting the vehicle. Automatic power deploy: • The running boards will extenddown and out when the doors areopened. Automatic power stow: • The running boa...

position <OUT> and flush the system (in particular the front and rearhinge arms) with a high-pressure car wash wand. Note: Do not use the running boards, front and rear hinge assemblies, running board motors, or the running board under body mounts to liftthe vehicle when jacking. Please utiliz...

• Press the speed control OFFcontrol. Note: When you turn off the speed control or the ignition, your speedcontrol set speed memory is erased. STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) These controls allow you to operate some radio control features. Audio control features Press MEDIA to select: • AM, FM...

For further information on the SYNC system, refer to the SYNC supplement. Navigation system/SYNC handsfree control features (ifequipped) Press VOICE briefly until thevoice icon appears on the Navigation display to use the voicecommand feature. Press to activate phone mode or answer a phone call. Pre...

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

5. 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 6. 6. 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...

STANDARD MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED) 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 preceded...

Outside air temperature (OAT) The outside air temperature isshown together with the compassheading in the bottom row of themessage center display. Compass display (if equipped) The compass heading is displayed as one of N, NE, E, SE, S, SW, W andNW in the message center display. The compass reading ...

XXX MILES TO E FUEL LEVEL LOW — Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel condition. WASHER FLUID LEVEL LOW — Indicates the washer fluid reservoir is less than one quarter full. Check the washer fluid level. Refer to Windshield washer fluid in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. OIL LIFE ...

Power Liftgate (if equipped) This feature allows users to open/close the rear liftgate at the touch of abutton. 1. To disable/enable the powerliftgate feature, select this functionfrom the SETUP control for thecurrent display mode. 2. Press the RESET control to turnthe power liftgate ON or OFF. If d...

System warnings System warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in yourvehicle’s operating systems. In the event of a multiple warning situation, the message center willcycle the display to show all warnings by displaying each one for fourseconds. The message center will display the l...

To open the liftgate with the remote entry transmitter: Refer to Remote entry system in the Locks and Security chapter. To open the liftgate with outsideliftgate control button (manualactuation): 1. To open, unlock the liftgate withthe remote entry transmitter orpower door unlock control. 2. To open...

WARNING: Make sure the liftgate is closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. If you must drive with the liftgate open, keep the vents open so outside air comes into thevehicle. Liftgate window To open the liftgate window, pushthe button on the left side of theliftgate above ...

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

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 Your vehicle is equipped with twoIntegrated Keyhead Transmitters(IKTs). The IKT functions as both aprogrammed ignition key thatoperates all the locks and starts thevehicle, and a remote keyless entrytransmitter. Your IKTs are programmed to your vehicle; using a non-programmed keywill not permit...

Recommended handling of the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter(IKT) To avoid inadvertently activating the remote entry functions of yourvehicle, it is recommended that the Integrated Keyhead Transmitter(IKT) be handled properly when starting and turning off your vehicle. When inserting the IKT into thei...

POWER DOOR LOCKS Press control to unlock all doors. Press control to lock all doors. Smart locks This feature helps to prevent you from locking yourself out of the vehicleif your key is still in the ignition. When you open one of the front doors or the liftgate and you lock thevehicle with the power...

Keyless entry keypad procedure 1. Turn the ignition to the off 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 receive a horn ...

Power door lock switch autounlock enable/disable procedure Before starting, ensure the ignition is in the off position and all vehicledoors are closed. You must complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds or theprocedure will have to be repeated. If the procedure needs to berepeated, wait a minimum of 30 s...

Message center procedure For information on activating/deactivating the autounlock feature usingthe vehicle’s message center, refer to Message center information in the Driver Controls chapter. CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS When these locks are set, the reardoors cannot be opened from theinside. The rear do...

The inside lights will not turn off if: • they have been turned on using the dimmer control or • any door is open. The battery saver feature will turn off the interior lamps 10 minutes afterthe ignition is turned to the off position.Two stage unlocking may be disabled or re-enabled by simultaneously...

Car finder Press twice within three seconds. The horn will chirp and the turn lamps will flash. It is recommended that this method be used to locateyour vehicle, rather than using the panic alarm. Sounding a panic alarm Press to activate the alarm. The horn will sound and the turn lamps will flash f...

Deactivating the memory feature To deactivate this feature: 1. Press and hold either the 1 or 2 control on the driver’s seat for fiveseconds. (A tone will be heard after 1 1 ⁄ 2 seconds when the memory store is done) continue to hold until a second tone is heard after five seconds. 2. Within three s...

Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the IKT to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The IKT should operate normally afterbattery replacement. Replacing lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKTs) If you would like to have your Integrated Keyhead Transmittersreprogrammed because you los...

The lamps will automatically turn off: • if the ignition switch is turned to the on position, or • the control is pressed, or • after 25 seconds of illumination. Note: On some vehicles, the perimeter lamps illuminated entry feature will not activate in daylight conditions. Deactivating/activating pe...

The lights will turn off if all the doors remain closed and • 25 seconds elapse, or • the key is inserted in the ignition. Battery saver The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 10 minutes after theignition has been turned to the off position. • If the dome lamps were turned on using the p...

Anti-theft indicator The anti-theft indicator is located in the instrument panel cluster. • When the ignition is in the offposition, the indicator will flashonce every two seconds toindicate the SecuriLock™ systemis functioning as a theftdeterrent. • When the ignition is in the on position, the indi...

The turn signal lamps will flash once when all doors, the hood and theliftgate are closed indicating the vehicle is locked and entering the20 second countdown. Disarming the system You can disarm the system by any of the following actions: • Unlock the doors by using the remote entry transmitter por...

SEATING Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle is equipped with front row outboard head restraints that arevertically adjustable. WARNING: To minimize the risk of neck injury in the event of a crash, the driver and passenger occupants should not sit in and/or operate the vehicle, until the head res...

2. Simultaneously press and holdboth the adjust/release button andthe unlock/remove button, then pullup on the head restraint. To reinstall the adjustable head restraint, do the following: 1. Insert the two stems into theguide sleeve collars. 2. Push the head restraint downuntil it locks. Properly a...

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...

Heated seats WARNING: Persons who are unable to feel pain to the skin because of advanced age, chronic illness, diabetes, spinal cord injury, medication, alcohol use, exhaustion, or other physicalconditions, must exercise care when using the seat heater. The seatheater may cause burns even at low te...

To install a filter: • First, position the filter in itshousing making sure that the farforward end is all the way up inthe housing. Then push in on thecenter of the outside edge of thefilter and rotate up into thehousing until it clips into position. REAR SEATS Folding down the 2nd row 40% seat sys...

To return the seat to a seating position: 1. Push the seat down and latch tothe floor with a moderate amount ofeffort and speed. 2. Make sure the seat is latched tothe floor. 3. Bring the seat back to an uprightposition. The seatback should lockinto position. Note : If the seat back will not return ...

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 operate the heated seats: • Push the indicated side of thecontrol for maximum heat. • Push again to deactivate. • Push the indicated side of thecontrol for minimum heat. • Push again to deactivate. The heated seat module resets at every ignition run cycle. While theignition is in the on position,...

Third row power folding seat (if equipped) Note : Be sure that the head restraints are folded down beforepowering the 3rd row seat down. The control buttons are located onthe right-hand rear quarter trimpanel (accessible from the liftgatearea). Push the bottom portion of thecontrol button to lower t...

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

Determining if the Personal Safety System 姞 is operational The Personal Safety System 威 uses a warning light in the instrument cluster or a back-up tone to indicate the condition of the system. Referto the Warning lights and chimes section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of th...

WARNING: It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do notallow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equippedwith seats and safety belts. Be sure ...

• Front and rear seats 2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from thebuckle. • Front and rear seats The front outboard and rear safety restraints in the vehicle arecombination lap and shoulder belts. The front outboard passenger andrear seat safety belts have three types of l...

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...

WARNING: After any vehicle collision, the combination lap and shoulder belt system at all passenger seating positions must be checked by an authorized dealer to verify that the “automatic lockingretractor” feature for child seats is still functioning properly, in additionto other checks for proper s...

Safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments for the driver and rightfront passenger. Adjust the height ofthe shoulder belt so the belt restsacross the middle of your shoulder. To lower the shoulder belt height,squeeze the side release buttonswith your thumb and finge...

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...

If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled approximately fiveseconds after the safety beltwarning light has turned off... The Belt-Minder 威 feature is activated - the safety belt warning lightilluminates and the warning chimesounds for six seconds every30 seconds, repeating forapproximatel...

4. Within approximately seven seconds of the light turning off, bucklethen unbuckle the safety belt. • This will disable the Belt-Minder 威 feature for that seating position if it is currently enabled. As confirmation, the safety belt warning light willflash four times per second for three seconds. •...

WARNING: Additional equipment may affect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury. Children and airbags Children must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rearseating positions than in the frontseat...

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

• one or more impact and safing sensors and diagnostic monitor (RCM), • a readiness light and tone • the electrical wiring which connects the components. The RCM (restraints control module) monitors its own internal circuitsand the supplemental airbag electrical system wiring (including theimpact se...

WARNING: Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Safety Canopy 威 system, its fuses, the A, B, C or D pillar trim, or the headliner on a vehicle containing a Safety Canopy 威 . See your authorized dealer. WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safe...

The S.O.S. Post Crash Alert can be turned off when any one of thefollowing actions are taken by the driver or any other person: • pressing the hazard control button, • or pressing the panic button on the remote entry transmitter. The feature will continue to operate until the vehicle runs out of pow...

Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children Child size, height, weight, or age Recommendedrestraint type Infantsortoddlers Children weighing 40 lb (18 kg) orless (generally age four or younger) Use a child safety seat(sometimes called aninfant carrier,convertible seat, ortoddler seat). Smallc...

Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children RestraintType Child Weight Use any attachment method as indicated below by “X” LATCH(loweranchorsand toptetheranchor) LATCH(loweranchorsonly) Safetybeltandtoptetheranchor Safety beltand LATCH(loweranchorsand toptetheranchor) Safetybe...

WARNING: Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision, which may result in serious injury ordeath. WARNING: Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They can slide around and increase ...

If the child is the proper height, age, and weight (as specified by yourchild safety seat or booster manufacturer), fits the restraint and can berestrained properly, then restrain the child in the child safety seat orwith the belt-positioning booster. Remember that child seats andbelt-positioning bo...

Follow the instructions on attaching child safety seats with tether straps.Refer to Attaching child safety seats with tether straps later in this chapter. Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchorsshown. WARNING: Never attach two child safety seats to the same anchor. In a ...

Some of the rear seats of your vehicle are equipped with built-in tetherstrap anchors located behind the seats as described below. In the third row center seating position, the tether anchor is a loop atthe bottom of the seatback. The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positio...

5. Rotate the tether strap clip. 6. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to themanufacturer’s instructions. Third row center seating position 1. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. For vehicles with adjustable head restraints, route the tether strap un...

3. Clip the tether strap through theanchor loop as shown. If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly, the child safety seat maynot be retained properly in theevent of a collision. 4. Tighten the child safety seattether strap according to themanufacturer’s instructions. If the safety seat is not ancho...

Children and booster seats vary in size and shape. Choose a booster thatkeeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never up across thestomach, and lets you adjust the shoulder belt to cross the chest andrest snugly near the center of the shoulder. The drawings below comparethe ideal fit (cente...

Move a child to a different seating location if the shoulder belt does notstay positioned on the shoulder during use. Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. WARNING: Never place, or allow a child to place, the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind the back be...

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 wheels through a transfer case or powertransfer unit. 4WD vehicles allow you to select different drive modes asnecessary. Information on transfer case operation and shifting procedurescan be found in the Driving chapter. Information on transfer case maintenance can be f...

Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate ofthe tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specifiedgovernment test course. For example, a tire graded 150 would wear oneand one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well on the government course as a tire graded 100. The ...

WARNING: 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 cau...

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 ...

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. Tire Quality Grades donot apply ...

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCCrules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmfulinterference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received,including interference that...

Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) The Tire Pressure Monitoring System measures pressure in your fourroad tires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle. The LowTire Pressure Warning Lamp will turn ON if the tire pressure issignificantly low. Once the light is illu...

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 TirePressureWarning Light Possiblecause Customer Action Required Flashing WarningLight Spare tire inuse Your temporary spare tire is inuse. Repair the damaged roadwheel and re-mount it on thevehicle to restore systemfunctionality. For a description ofhow the system functions underthese condition...

How temperature affects your tire pressure The Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) monitors tire pressure ineach pneumatic tire. While driving in a normal manner, a typicalpassenger tire inflation pressure may increase approximately 2 to 4 psi(14 to 28 kPa) from a cold start situation. If the veh...

• Drive cautiously. If you hear the chains rub or bang against yourvehicle, stop and re-tighten the chains. If this does not work, removethe chains to prevent damage to your vehicle. • If possible, avoid fully loading your vehicle. • Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. Do not uset...

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....

WARNING: Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structuraldamage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personalinjury. GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the...

WARNING: Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the original tires because they may lower the vehicle’s GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tireswith a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWRand GAWR limitations. WARNING: Exceeding any vehicle ...

• A final example for your vehicle with 1,400 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 fo...

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 12100 (5488) 0–6000 (0–2721) 5.4L with optional trailer tow package All 15000 (6804) 0–8900 (0–4037) Expedi...

Weight distributing hitch When hooking up a trailer using a load equalizing hitch, always use thefollowing procedure: 1. Park the unloaded vehicle on a level surface. With the ignition in theON position and all doors closed, allow the vehicle to stand (withoutpassengers) for several minutes so that ...

The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at theGVWR not GCWR. Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all runninglights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. See yourauthorized dealer or trailer rental agency for proper inst...

• Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached. • If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear. Donot apply the brakes continuously, as they may overheat and becomeless effective. • The trailer tongue weight should be 10–15% of the loaded trailerweight. • If you wi...

RECREATIONAL TOWING Follow these guidelines if you have a need for recreational towing. Anexample of recreational towing would be towing your vehicle behind amotorhome. These guidelines are designed to ensure that yourtransmission is not damaged. 2WD vehicles: Do not tow your vehicle with any wheels...

STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Off— locks the steering wheel,automatic transmission gearshiftlever and allows key removal. 2. Accessory— allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. 3. On— all electrical circuitsoperational. Warning lightsillumi...

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 1. Turn the key to ...

Note: If the engine does not start on the first try, turn the key to the off position, wait 10 seconds and try Step 2 again. If the engine still fails tostart, press the accelerator to the floor and try Step 2 again, keeping theaccelerator on the floor until the engine begins to accelerate abovecran...

WARNING: If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period oftime, open the windows at least one inch (2....

How to use the engine block heater Ensure the receptacle terminals are clean and dry prior to use. To cleanthem, use a dry cloth. Depending on the type of factory installed equipment, your engine blockheater system may consume anywhere between 400 watts or 1000 wattsof energy per hour. Your factory ...

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) On ABS-equipped vehicles, a noise from the hydraulic pump motor andpulsation in the pedal may be observed during ABS braking events. Pedalpulsation coupled with noise while braking under panic conditions or onloose gravel, bumps, wet or snowy roads is normal and indicate...

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....

Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Electronic Stability Control (ESC) may enhance your vehicle’s directionalstability during adverse maneuvers, for example when cornering severely oravoiding objects in the roadway. ESC operates by applying brakes to one ormore of the wheels individually and, if nece...

Switching Off AdvanceTrac 威 with RSC 威 If the vehicle is stuck in snow, mud or sand, and seems to lose enginepower, switching off certain features of the AdvanceTrac 威 with RSC 威 system may be beneficial because the wheels are allowed to spin. Thiswill restore full engine power and will enhance mome...

• Do not operate the vehicle with the power steering pump fluid levelbelow the MIN mark on the reservoir. • Some noise is normal during operation. If the noise is excessive, checkfor low power steering pump fluid level before seeking service by yourauthorized dealer. • Heavy or uneven steering effor...

This system keeps the rear of your vehicle at a constant level byautomatically adding air or releasing air from the springs. If you exceedthe load limit, the rear air suspension may not operate. The airsuspension system will stay active for 40 minutes after the ignition isturned off to accommodate a...

WARNING: Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility vehicles and trucks handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity. Utility vehicles and trucks are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slungsports cars are designed to per...

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

Driving with a 6–speed automatic transmission This vehicle is equipped with anAdaptive Transmission ShiftStrategy. The Adaptive TransmissionShift Strategy offers the optimaltransmission operation and shiftquality. When the engine is turnedoff, the shift data which includes theadaptive information wi...

Tow/Haul delays upshifts to reduce frequency of transmission shifting.Tow/Haul also provides engine braking in all forward gears when thetransmission is in the D (Overdrive) position; this engine braking willslow the vehicle and assist the driver in controlling the vehicle whendescending a grade. De...

If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, it may be rocked out byshifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts in asteady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear. Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal op...

The system will assist the driver in detecting certain objects while thevehicle moves in reverse at speeds less than 6 mph (10 km/h). Thesystem is not effective at speeds greater than 6 mph (10 km/h) and maynot detect certain angular or moving objects. The system detects obstacles within approximate...

Audible Warnings Distance to Object Warning 5.7 feet (1.8 meters) to 9 feet(2.8 meters) Medium beep 9 feet (2.8 meters) to 13 feet(4 meters) Medium/slow beep 13 feet (4 meters) to 19.6 feet(6 meters) Slow beep Speed below 2.5 mph (4 km/h) up to 1.4 feet (.4 meters) Solid 1.4 feet (.4 meters) to 3 fe...

REVERSE CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The reverse camera system locatedon the liftgate provides a videoimage, which appears in the rearview mirror or on the navigationscreen (if equipped), of the areabehind the vehicle. It addsassistance to the driver whilereversing or reverse parking thevehicle. To u...

When towing, the reverse camera system will only see what is beingtowed behind the vehicle; this might not provide adequate coverage as itusually provides in normal operation and some objects might not beseen. The camera lens for the reverse camera system is located on the liftgate,above the license...

Servicing • If the image comes on while the vehicle is not in R (Reverse), havethe system inspected by your authorized dealer. • If the image is not clear, then check if there is anything covering thelens such as dirt, mud, ice, snow, etc. If the image is still not clearafter cleaning, have your sys...

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...

WARNING: 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 satisfactorilyunder off-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers inthese vehicles. Note: The Control Trac select...

• 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 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 Customer Information Guidefor information on: • coverage period • exact fuel amounts • towing of your disabled vehicle • emergency travel expense reimbursement • travel planning benefits In Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you maypurchase exten...

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 instrumentpanel. To remove the trim panel for accessto the fuse box, pull the paneltoward you and swing it out awayfrom the side and remove it. Toreinstall it, line up the tabs with thegrooves on the panel, t...

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. WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. WARNING: To red...

Have a flat serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent damage tothe TPMS sensors, refer to Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. Replace the spare tire with a road tire as soon as possible. During repairing or replacing of the flat tire,have the a...

• Use more than one dissimilar spare tire at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Try to repair the dissimilar spare tire 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 •...

Stopping and securing the vehicle 1. Park on a level surface, activatethe hazard flashers and set theparking brake. 2. Place the gearshift in P (Park)and turn the engine off. Location of the spare tire and tools The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the followinglocations: Item Loc...

Removing the spare tire 1. Remove the jack handle andwinch extension from the tray andassemble them. 2. Open the spare tire winch accessplug in the bottom of thecompartment for the jack and toolstray. 3. Insert the winch extension toolassembly through the access hole inthe floor and engage the winch...

WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque within 100 miles (160 km)after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheelremoval, etc.). Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque* lb.ft. N • m M14 x 2.0 150 200 * Torque specifications are for nut and bo...

RUNNING OUT OF FUEL If you have run out of fuel and need to refill the vehicle with a portablefuel container, see Running out of fuel in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for proper fuel filling method using a portable fuel container and the included fuel filler funnel. Do not insert the no...

1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle. 2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this coulddamage the vehicle’s electrical system. 3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehiclemaking sure the two vehicles do not touch. Set the parking brake on b...

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

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. + – + – 2009 Expedition (exd) Owners Guide, 1s...

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. + – + – 2009 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...

If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicledamage may occur. Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized towtruck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual forproper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle. Emergency towing In case of a...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED Warranty repairs to your vehicle must be performed by an authorizedFord, Lincoln, or Mercury dealer. While any authorized dealer handlingyour vehicle line will provide warranty service, we recommend youreturn to your selling authorized dealer who wants to ensure yourcon...

In Canada: Mailing Address (Ford vehicles) Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 Telephone 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) Online www.ford.ca Mailing Address (Lincoln vehicles) Lincoln CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oak...

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

• After polishing chrome bumpers, apply a coating of MotorcraftPremium Liquid Wax (ZC-53-A), available from your authorized dealer,or an equivalent quality product to help protect from environmentaleffects. WAXING • Wash the vehicle first. • Do not use waxes that contain abrasives; use Motorcraft Pr...

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 repellen...

• 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 avoid possible damage to the interior paintedsurfaces. • Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage thefinish of the instrument panel, ...

WARNING: Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle’s safety belts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing. WARNING: On vehicles equipped with seat-mounted airbags, do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents. Such products could contaminate the side-airbag system and aff...

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

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

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle, we 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/Customer Infor...

Working with the engine on 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. WARNING: To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1. Ins...

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5.4L V8 1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil dipstick 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Engine coolant reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Power distribution box 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Battery 2009 Expedi...

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...

4. To attach the new wiper to thewiper arm, align the cross pin andkeyway (denoted with the arrows)and firmly press the wiper bladeinto the wiper arm until an audiblesnap is heard. ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance information for the appropriate intervals for che...

• If the oil level is below this mark, engine oil must be added to raise the level within thenormal operating range. • 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 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...

WARNING: Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect againstpossible splashing of acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin oreyes, flush immediately with water f...

• 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 eventually relearned. If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the bat...

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 scheduled maintenance information for service interv...

• 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, ...

Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cooling system byfollowing these steps: 1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool. 2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolantpressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle).Slowly tur...

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...

Ethanol is more chemically active than gasoline. It corrodes some metalsand causes some plastic and rubber components to swell, break down orbecome brittle and crack, especially when mixed with gasoline. Specialmaterials and procedures have been developed for flexible fuel vehiclesand the dispensers...

Use the following guidelines to avoid electrostatic charge build-up whenfilling an ungrounded fuel container: • Place approved fuel container on the ground. • DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle (including thecargo area). • Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel conta...

WARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If you hear a hissing sound near the fuel filler door (Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system), do not refuel until the sound stops. Otherwise, fuel mayspray out, which could cause serious personal injury. Flex Fuel Vehicle (FFV) fuel fill inlet Flex fuel veh...

FFV engine Your vehicle is designed to use Fuel Ethanol (Ed75–Ed85),“Regular”unleaded gasoline or any mixture of the two fuels. Use of other fuels such as Fuel Methanol may cause powertraindamage, a loss of vehicle performance, and your warranty may beinvalidated. Fuel quality Do not add aftermarket...

Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines toimprove air quality, per the recommendations in the Choosing the right fuel section. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverseeffect on powertrain components. If you have ru...

1. Locate the white plastic funnel. Itis attached to the underside of thespare tire cover or is included withthe tire changing tools. 2. Slowly insert the funnel into the Easy Fuel™ system. 3. Fill the vehicle with fuel from the portable fuel container. 4. When done, clean the funnel or properly dis...

The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and shouldnot be relied upon to increase driving range. When refueling yourvehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not beable to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of thefuel tank due to the empty reserve still pres...

Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to changea number of variables and improve your fuel economy. Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will usually gi...

The OBD-II system is designed to check the emission control systemduring normal driving. A complete check may take several days. If thevehicle is not ready for I/M testing, the following driving cycle consistingof mixed city and highway driving may be performed: 15 minutes of steady driving on an ex...

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

Changing the air filter element 1. Locate the mass air flow sensorelectrical connector on the air outlettube. This connector will need to beunplugged. 2. Unlock the locking clip on theconnector (connector shown frombelow for clarity), then squeeze andpull the connector off of the airoutlet tube. 3. ...

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...

Peace of mind Mobile-Ease™ hands-free communication system Remote start Vehicle security systems Wheel locks For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to yo...

A ABS (see Brakes) .....................291 Accessory delay ........................115 AdvanceTrac ..............................293 Air cleaner filter .......397–398, 400 Air suspension ...........................298 description ..............................298 Airbag supplemental restraintsystem...

checking and adding ..............372dipstick ....................................372filter, specifications ........374, 400recommendations ...................374refill capacities ........................401specifications ..........................401 Event data recording ....................7 Exhau...