Page 2 - Table of Contents
Seating and Safety Restraints 85 Seating 85 Safety restraints 93 Airbags 102 Child restraints 112 Tires, Wheels and Loading 134 Tire information 136 Tire inflation 138 Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 154 Vehicle loading 167 Trailer towing 174 Trailer brake controller-integrated 186 Recreation...
Page 3 - Copyright © 2010 Ford Motor Company
Customer Assistance 255 Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) 261 Reporting safety defects (Canada only) 262 Cleaning 263 Underbody preservation 268 Maintenance and Specifications 270 Engine compartment 272 Engine oil 274 Battery 277 Engine coolant 280 Fuel information 286 Air filter(s) 306 Part numb...
Page 4 - CONGRATULATIONS; Additional owner information is given in separate publications.; SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION; Introduction
CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to getwell acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The moreyou know and understand about your vehicle, the greater the safety andpleasure you will derive from driving it. For more information on Ford Moto...
Page 5 - Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and; PERCHLORATE MATERIAL; Trailer towing
Warning symbols on your vehicle When you see this symbol, it isimperative that you consult therelevant section of this guide beforetouching or attempting adjustmentof any kind. Protecting the environment We must all play our part inprotecting the environment. Correctvehicle usage and the authorizedd...
Page 7 - Using your vehicle as an ambulance; Ford Incomplete; Using your vehicle as a stationary power source (PTO); Refer to the; DATA RECORDING; SYNC
Using your vehicle as an ambulance If your light truck is equipped with the Ford Ambulance PreparationPackage, it may be utilized as an ambulance. Ford urges ambulancemanufacturers to follow the recommendations of the Ford Incomplete Vehicle Manual, Ford Truck Body Builder’s Layout Book and the Qual...
Page 10 - Vehicle Modification Data Recording; What is not covered; CELL PHONE USE; Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle
Vehicle Modification Data Recording Some aftermarket products may cause severe engine and/or transmissiondamage; refer to the What is not covered section in The new vehicle limited warranty for your vehicle chapter of your vehicle’s Warranty Guide for more information. Some vehicles are equipped wit...
Page 12 - Vehicle Symbol Glossary
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...
Page 14 - WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES; Starting the engine; Instrument Cluster
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 ...
Page 15 - Brake system warning light:; BRAKE
light will stay on until the engine is cranked, then turn itself off if nomalfunctions are present. However, if after 15 seconds the service enginesoon light blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready forI/M testing. See the Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing in the M...
Page 16 - ABS
WARNING: Driving a vehicle with the brake system warning light on is dangerous. A significant decrease in braking performance may occur. It will take you longer to stop the vehicle.Have the vehicle checked by your authorized dealer. Driving extendeddistances with the parking brake engaged can cause ...
Page 17 - Traction control / AdvanceTrac
WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. Low tire pressure warning (ifequipped): 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, ...
Page 18 - Headlamps on warning chime:; OFF
Anti-theft system: Flashes when the SecuriLock 威 Passive Anti-theft System has been activated. Overdrive off (if equipped): Illuminates when the overdrivefunction of the transmission hasbeen turned off; refer to the Driving chapter. If the light does not illuminate, have the transmission serviced so...
Page 19 - Parking brake on warning chime:; Sounds when the parking brake is; GAUGES; Indicates the; If it enters the red section,
Parking brake on warning chime: Sounds when the parking brake is set, the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph(5 km/h). GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operatingtemperatur...
Page 20 - Battery voltage gauge:
WARNING: Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of the vehicle. Refer to Message center in this chapter on how to switch thedisplay from metric to English. Trip odometer: Registers the miles (kilometers) of individu...
Page 22 - Setup menu (vehicle customization and vehicle system check); HOLD RESET FOR SETUP MENU
XX.X MPG (L/100km) Average fuel economy displays your average fuel economy in miles/gallonor liters/100 km. If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing distance traveledby gallons of fuel used (liters of fuel used by 100 kilometers traveled),your figure may be different than displayed for...
Page 26 - Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to set the language choice.; HOLD RESET FOR SYSTEM CHECK; XX MILES TO E FUEL LEVEL XXX
Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to select a new language.Selectable languages are English, Spanish and French Press and hold the SELECT/RESET stem to set the language choice. Press the SELECT/RESET stem for the next setup menu item or wait formore than four seconds to return to the info menu. H...
Page 28 - TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT (if equipped); Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System; ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON
LOW TIRE PRESSURE (if equipped) — Displayed when one or more tires on your vehicle have low tire pressure. Refer to Inflating Your Tires in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT (if equipped) — Displayed when the Tire Pressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning. If thew...
Page 29 - AUDIO SYSTEMS; Entertainment Systems
AUDIO SYSTEMS AM/FM stereo system (if equipped) 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 or feature that maytake their focus off the road. Your primary responsibility ...
Page 35 - Auxiliary input jack
TRACK/FOLDER MODE: Available only on MP3 discs in CD mode. In track mode, press SEEK, SEEK to scroll through all tracks on the disc.In folder mode, press SEEK, SEEK to scroll through tracks within the selected folder.Press FOLDER, FOLDER to access the previous/next folder (if available). COMPRESS (C...
Page 36 - OK; current; FOLDER
Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription.Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 6. / OK (Play/Pause): This control is operational in CD/MP3 mode. Whena CD/MP3 is playing, press to pause or play the current CD/MP3. TheCD/MP3 status will display in the radio disp...
Page 39 - Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones; To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack:; Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off.
Required equipment: 1. Any portable music player designed to be used with headphones 2. An audio extension cable with stereo male 1/8 in. (3.5 mm)connectors at each end To play your portable music player using the auxiliary input jack: 1. Begin with the vehicle parked and the radio turned off. 2. En...
Page 41 - There are three factors that can affect radio reception:
GENERAL AUDIO INFORMATION Radio frequencies: AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal CommunicationsCommission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and TelecommunicationsCommission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM: 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz FM: 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz Radio reception factors:...
Page 42 - Audio system warranty and service; MP3 track and folder structure; Sample MP3 structure
CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in(12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technicalincompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compactdiscs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Do not use any irregular shapedCDs or discs with a scratchprotection...
Page 43 - SIRIUS
• MP3 folder mode represents a folder structure consisting of one levelof folders. The CD player numbers all MP3 tracks on the disc (notedby the .mp3 file extension) and all folders containing MP3 files, fromF001 (folder) T001 (track) to F253 T255. • Creating discs with only one level of folders wil...
Page 46 - Navigation System
Radio Display Condition Action Required NO TEXT Song title information not available. Song title information not available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. NO TEXT Category information not available. Category information not available at this time on this channel. The sy...
Page 47 - Climate Controls
HEATER ONLY SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in thevehicle. 2. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of theairflow in the vehicle. 3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. See the following for a brief d...
Page 49 - Operating tips; To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:
Operating tips • To reduce fog build-up on the windshield during humid weather, placethe air flow selector in the position. • To reduce humidity build-up inside the vehicle: do not drive with theair flow selector in the OFF position. • Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere wit...
Page 50 - Lights
HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: • the ignition must be in the on position and • th...
Page 51 - PANEL DIMMER CONTROL; If the battery is disconnected,
Flash-to-pass Pull toward you slightly to activateand release to deactivate. PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel and all applicableilluminated switches in the vehicleduring headlamp and parklampoperation. Move the control to the full uprightposition, past detent,...
Page 52 - To adjust the headlamps:
To adjust the headlamps: 1. Park your vehicle on a level surface about 25 feet (7.6 meters) awayfrom a vertical plain surface (3). Check your headlamp alignment atnight or in a dark area so that you can see the headlamp beam pattern. • (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters) • (2) Center height of lamp toground • (...
Page 53 - VERTICAL AIM ADJUSTMENT (AERODYNAMIC HEADLAMPS)
7. On the wall or screen, locate the high intensity area of the beampattern. The left edge of the high intensity area should be even with thevertical line corresponding to the headlamp under adjustment. If the leftedge of the high intensity area is not even with the vertical line, followthe next ste...
Page 54 - Close the hood and turn off the lamps.; TURN SIGNAL CONTROL; position
5. Locate the vertical adjuster onthe back of each headlamp, then usea long Phillips #2 screwdriver toturn the adjuster eithercounterclockwise (to adjust down)or clockwise (to adjust up) aligningthe upper edge of the light patternup to the horizontal line. 6. Repeat step 3–5 for the otherheadlamp. 7...
Page 55 - Cargo lamps; BULB REPLACEMENT; Examples of acceptable condensation are:
Cargo lamps The dome portion of the cargolamp, the center light, can be turnedon when the headlamp control isrotated fully counterclockwise orwhen any door is opened. With the ignition key in the accessory or on position, the rear lamp canbe turned on or off by sliding the control. Front and rear co...
Page 57 - Replacing exterior bulbs; Check the operation of all bulbs frequently.
Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all bulbs frequently. Replacing headlamp bulbs (aerodynamic) 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position, then open thehood. 2. Remove the three screws fromthe headlamp assembly and pull theassembly straight out. 3. Disconnect the electrica...
Page 58 - Aerodynamic
To install the new bulb, follow the removal procedures in reverse order. Replacing headlamps (sealed beam) 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the off position, then open thehood. 2. Remove the four screws from theheadlamp assembly and carefullyremove the lamp/bezel. 3. Remove the four screws and...
Page 59 - Sealed beam; Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove.
Sealed beam 3. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove. 4. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket. To complete installation, follow the removal procedures in reverse order. Replacing side marker bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the off position. 2. Remove the head...
Page 62 - Courtesy wipe feature:; One extra wipe will occur a few seconds after; Driver Controls
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: Press the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe ofthe wipers without washer fluid. • a quick pr...
Page 63 - TILT STEERING WHEEL; To adjust the steering wheel:
TILT STEERING WHEEL To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull and hold the steering wheelrelease control toward you. 2. Move the steering wheel up ordown until you find the desiredlocation. 3. Release the steering wheelrelease control. This will lock thesteering wheel in position. WARNING: Never adjust ...
Page 65 - Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in; Automatic dimming interior rear view mirror (if equipped)
One-touch down Allows the driver’s window to openfully without holding the controldown. Press the switch completelydown to the second detent andrelease quickly. The window willopen fully. Momentarily press theswitch to any position to stop thewindow operation. Accessory delay With accessory delay, t...
Page 66 - EXTERIOR MIRRORS
Note: If equipped with a reverse camera system, a video image will display in the mirror or the Navigation system display (if equipped)when the vehicle is put in R (Reverse). As you shift into any other gearfrom R (Reverse), the image will remain for a few seconds and then turnoff. Refer to Rearview...
Page 68 - Using speed control; Setting speed control
SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) With speed control set, you can maintain a set speed without keepingyour foot on the accelerator pedal. WARNING: Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery or unpaved. Using speed control The speed controls are located on the stee...
Page 71 - They are coded as follows:; Switch; Yellow
They are coded as follows: Switch Circuit number Wire color Fuse AUX 1 CAC05 Yellow 30A AUX 2 CAC06 Green withBrown Trace 30A AUX 3 CAC07 Violet withGreen Trace 10A AUX 4 CAC08 Brown 15A More detailed information about Upfitter switches can be found athttps://www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas/. Driver Co...
Page 72 - Locks and Security
KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. You should always carry asecond key with you in a safe place in case you require it in anemergency. If your vehicle is equipped with the SecuriLock 威 Passive Anti-theft system, your keys are electronically coded to your vehicle; using anon-coded key w...
Page 78 - Two step door unlocking; One step door unlocking
The remote entry system allows youto lock or unlock all vehicle doorswithout a key. Note: The lock and unlock features work when the ignition is in anyposition. The panic feature is activewhen the ignition is in either theaccessory, off or on positions. If there are problems with theremote entry sys...
Page 80 - How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters; all remote entry transmitters
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 oftransmitter batteries. 4. Insert the new battery. Refer tothe diagram inside the remote entrytransmitter for the correcto...
Page 82 - Programming spare keys; Automatic arming
Your vehicle comes with two coded keys; additional coded keys may bepurchased from your authorized dealer. The authorized dealer canprogram your spare keys to your vehicle or you can program the keysyourself. Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key. Note: The...
Page 83 - Automatic disarming; Switching the ignition to the on position with a; coded key; disarms the; Replacement keys; A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle.
Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the on position with a coded key disarms the vehicle. Replacement keys If your keys are lost or stolen and you don’t have an extra coded key,you will need to have your vehicle towed to an authorized dealer. Thekey codes need to be erased from your vehicl...
Page 84 - Your new unprogrammed key is now programmed.
5. Turn the ignition from the 2 (lock) position to the 4 (on) position.Keep the ignition in the 4 (on) position for at least one second but notmore than 10 seconds. 6. Turn the ignition to the 2 (lock) position, and remove the second keyfrom the ignition. 7. After three seconds but within 20 seconds...
Page 85 - Seating and Safety Restraints
SEATING WARNING: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. WARNING: Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop. WARNING: Before ret...
Page 86 - Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)
Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped) WARNING: Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. WARNING: Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. Lift handle to move seat forward orbackward. Pull lever up to adjust ...
Page 87 - The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion.
Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) The lumbar support control islocated on the inboard side of thedriver’s seat. Turn the lumbar support controlclockwise to increase firmness. Turn the lumbar support controlcounterclockwise to increasesoftness. Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)...
Page 90 - Pull the seat latch handle downward to lock the seat in position.; Rear bench seat
1. Position the seat to the floormount. 2. Pull the seat latch handle downward to lock the seat in position. 3. Make sure the safety belt is not twisted, then insert the safety belttongue into detachable anchor until you hear a “click” and feel the latchengage. Rear bench seat To remove the seats: 1...
Page 91 - The end of the shoulder belt; must
2. Find the clips attached near theends of the lap/shoulder belts. 3. Clip the end of the belt to thestationary portion of the shoulderbelt coming out of the trim panel. The end of the shoulder belt must be clipped in order to keep it fromstriking anything during vehicleoperation. Seating and Safety...
Page 93 - SAFETY RESTRAINTS
4. Engage the front LH/RH hooks to the LH/RH front striker pins. 5. After the front LH/RH hooks are engaged to the LH/RH front strikerpins, pull LH/RH seat latch release straps to allow engagement of thelatch to the striker pins. Refer to the illustration in To remove the rear seats above. 6. Pull/p...
Page 94 - Combination lap and shoulder belts
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 ...
Page 95 - Vehicle sensitive mode
• Front and rear seats 2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from thebuckle. • Front and rear seats All safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulderbelts. All of the passenger combination lap and shoulder belts have threetypes of locking modes described b...
Page 96 - Automatic locking mode; When to use the automatic locking mode; any time; a child safety seat, except a
Automatic locking mode When to use the automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt willstill retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automaticlocking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. This mode should be used any time a ch...
Page 97 - Safety belt pretensioner; The driver and front passenger safety belt system; Front safety belt height adjustment
WARNING: After any vehicle collision, the safety belt systems at all seating positions (except the driver position, which does not have this feature) must be checked by an authorized dealer toverify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is stillfunctioning properly. In additio...
Page 98 - Safety belt warning light and indicator chime; feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt
WARNING: Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat beltand increase the risk of injury in a collision. Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The sa...
Page 99 - in 4 of us will be
If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled approximately5 seconds 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 6 seconds every30 seconds, repeating forapproximately 5 m...
Page 101 - feature
Deactivating/activating the Belt-Minder 姞 feature Read Steps 1 - 5 thoroughly before proceeding with thedeactivation/activation programming procedure. The Belt-Minder 威 feature can be deactivated/activated by performing the following procedure: Before following the procedure, make sure that: • the p...
Page 102 - Safety belt extension assembly; Do not use extensions to change the fit of the; AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)
• This will enable the Belt-Minder 威 feature for that seating position if it is currently disabled. As confirmation, the safety belt warning light willflash four times per second for three seconds, followed by threeseconds with the light off, then followed by the safety belt warninglight flashing fo...
Page 103 - Important SRS precautions
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. WARNING: All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, s...
Page 105 - How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work?; one or more impact and safing sensors
How does the airbag supplemental restraint system work? The airbag SRS is designed toactivate when the vehicle sustains alongitudinal deceleration sufficientto cause the airbag sensors to closean electrical circuit that initiatesairbag inflation. The fact that theairbags did not inflate in a collisi...
Page 106 - Warning lights and; SOS Post-Crash Alert SystemTM
• safety belt pretensioners • a readiness light and tone • a diagnostic module • and the electrical wiring which connects the components The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and thesupplemental airbag electrical system wiring (including the impactsensors), the system wiring, the ...
Page 107 - Note; in the
The system can be turned off when any one of the following actions aretaken 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 power. Disposal of a...
Page 109 - not
WARNING: If the OFF light is illuminated when the passenger airbag switch is in the ON position and the ignition switch is in ON, have the passenger airbag switch serviced at an authorized dealerimmediately. The passenger side airbag should always be ON (the airbag OFF lightshould not be illuminated...
Page 110 - NHTSA deactivation criteria (excluding Canada)
Read all airbag warning labels in the vehicle as well as the otherimportant airbag instructions and warnings in this Owner’s Guide. NHTSA deactivation criteria (excluding Canada) 1. Infant. An infant (less than 1 year old) must ride in the front seat because: • the vehicle has no rear seat; • the ve...
Page 111 - Transport Canada deactivation criteria (Canada Only); Child age 12 or under:
WARNING: This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for the driver and right front passenger. These particular belts are specifically designed to work with airbags to help reduce therisk of injury in a collision. The energy management safety belt isdesigned to give or release additional...
Page 112 - SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN; Airbag supplemental restraint system; Important child restraint precautions; Always make sure your child is secured properly in
WARNING: This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for the driver and right front passenger. These particular belts are specifically designed to work with airbags to help reduce therisk of injury in a collision. The energy management safety belt isdesigned to give or release additional...
Page 113 - Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children
WARNING: All children are shaped differently. The Recommendations for Safety Restraints are based on probable child height, age and weight thresholds from NHTSA and other safetyorganizations or are the minimum requirements of law. Fordrecommends checking with a NHTSA Certified Child Passenger Safety...
Page 115 - Airbags can kill or injure a child in a child seat.
Recommendations for attaching child safety restraints for children RestraintType Child Weight Use any attachment method as indicated below by “X” LATCH(loweranchorsandtoptetheranchor) LATCH(loweranchorsonly) Safetybeltandtoptetheranchor Safetybelt andLATCH(loweranchorsand toptetheranchor) Safetybelt...
Page 116 - Transporting children
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 ...
Page 117 - When installing a child safety seat:
Follow all the safety restraint and airbag precautions that apply to adultpassengers in your vehicle. 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 c...
Page 125 - Front passenger seating position
If you install a child seat with rigid LATCH attachments, and haveattached the top tether strap to the proper top tether anchor, do nottighten the tether strap enough to lift the child seat off the vehicle seatcushion when the child is seated in it. Keep the tether strap just snugwithout lifting the...
Page 128 - : Although tether slots are provided on the seat pedestals of the
2. Clip the tether strap hook to theseat pedestal at the location shown. If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly, the child safety seat maynot be retained properly in theevent of a collision. 3. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to themanufacturer’s instructions. If the safety s...
Page 129 - Child booster seats
2. Route the child safety tetherstrap over the back of the benchseat. 3. Clip the center tether strap hookto the tether bracket mountedunder rear rail of seat cushionframe. Clip the outboard tetherstrap hooks to the tether bracketslot provided on the left side of eachseat pedestal. The slot is locat...
Page 132 - The importance of shoulder belts
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...
Page 133 - Child restraint and safety belt maintenance; Interior
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 because it reduces the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the riskof injury or death in a collis...
Page 134 - NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERS; Tires, Wheels and Loading
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...
Page 136 - ) times as well on the government course as a tire; Traction AA A B C
INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING Tire Quality Grades apply to newpneumatic passenger car tires. TheQuality grades can be found whereapplicable on the tire sidewallbetween tread shoulder andmaximum section width. Forexample: • Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality G...
Page 139 - Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure; is the tire manufacturer’s
Always inflate your tires to the Ford recommended inflation pressureeven if it is less than the maximum inflation pressure information foundon the tire. The Ford recommended tire inflation pressure is found onthe Safety Compliance Certification Label or Tire Label which is locatedon the B-Pillar or ...
Page 141 - Tire inflation information; An inflated tire and rim can be very dangerous if
Tire inflation information All tires with Steel Carcass Plies (if equipped): This type of tire utilizes steel cords in the sidewalls. As such, theycannot be treated like normal light truck tires. Tire service, includingadjusting tire pressure, must be performed by personnel trained,supervised and eq...
Page 142 - Stay out of the trajectory (1) as indicated in the; TIRE CARE
WARNING: Stay out of the trajectory (1) as indicated in the illustration. TIRE CARE Inspecting your tires and wheel valve stems Periodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear andremove objects such as stones, nails or glass that may be wedged in thetread grooves. Check the tire an...
Page 143 - Tires degrade over time depending on many factors such as
Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wearabnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, andreplace them if one or more of the following conditions exist: Tire wear When the tread is worn down to1/16th of an inch (2 mm), tires mustbe replaced to help pre...
Page 144 - Tire replacement requirements; Only use replacement tires and wheels that are the
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN) Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the sidewall of all tires. Thisinformation identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics ofthe tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identific...
Page 145 - Safety practices
WARNING: When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of the tire to set the beads without additional precautionslisted below. If the beads do not seat at the maximum pressureindicated, re-lubricate and try again.When inflating the ...
Page 146 - Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking; do; rapidly spin the tires spinning the tires can tear the tire and; Tire and wheel alignment; scheduled maintenance information
• Do not run over curbs or hit the tire against a curb when parking WARNING: If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., do not rapidly spin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause an explosion. A tire can explode in as little as three to fiveseconds. WARNING: Do not spin th...
Page 148 - INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALL
• DRW – Six tire rotation If your vehicle is equipped with dualrear wheels it is recommended thatthe front and rear tires (in pairs) berotated only side to side. We do notrecommend splitting up the dualrear wheels. Rotate them side toside as a set/pair. After tire rotation,inflation pressures must b...
Page 149 - Information on “P” type tires
Information on “P” type tires P215/65R15 95H is an example of atire size, load index and speedrating. The definitions of theseitems are listed below. (Note thatthe tire size, load index and speedrating for your vehicle may bedifferent from this example.) 1. P: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tir...
Page 151 - Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades; The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the; Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure:; Indicates the tire
12. Treadwear, Traction and Temperature Grades • Treadwear: The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on aspecified government test course. For example, a tire graded 150would wear one and one-half (1 1 ⁄ 2 ) times as well ...
Page 152 - Load Range/Load Inflation
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires “LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below. Note: Tire Quality Grades do not apply to this type of tire. 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire a...
Page 153 - Vehicle loading — with and without a trailer
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 ...
Page 155 - Changing tires with TPMS
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...
Page 156 - How to identify which type of pressure sensor is on your vehicle
In either case, the pressure sensor is covered by the tire and isnot visible unless the tire is removed. Care must be taken whenchanging the tire to avoid damaging the sensor. It is recommended that you always have your tires serviced by an authorized dealer. The tire pressure should be checked peri...
Page 157 - Understanding your tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS); When your temporary spare tire is installed
• Metal valve stem with bandedsensor- the valve stem iscompletely metal. Understanding your tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) The tire pressure monitoring system measures pressure in your four roadtires and sends the tire pressure readings to your vehicle. The low tirepressure warning lamp will...
Page 158 - When you believe your system is not operating properly; Customer action required; Solid warning light
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...
Page 159 - When
Low tirepressure warninglight 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...
Page 160 - TPMS reset procedure; Vehicle loading - with and without a trailer
TPMS reset procedure The TPMS reset procedure needs to be performed after each tirerotation on vehicles that require different recommended tirepressures in the front tires as compared to the rear tires. WARNING: To determine the required pressure(s) for your vehicle – refer to the Safety Compliance ...
Page 162 - left front tire; in the following clockwise; TRAINING COMPLETE; Vehicle loading - with and
5. Train the TPMS sensors in the tires using the following TPMS resetsequence starting with the left front tire in the following clockwise order: • Left front (Driver’s side front tire) • Right front (Passenger’s side front tire) • Right rear (Passenger’s side rear tire) • Left rear (Driver’s side r...
Page 163 - TPMS reset tool; strip on the back
Performing the TPMS reset procedure (Vehicles that have wheelswith banded pressure sensors) TPMS reset tool A special TPMS reset tool to reset your TPMS after tire rotation isprovided with vehicles that have different front and rear tire pressures.The tool is located with your Owner’s Guide material...
Page 167 - – is the weight of the vehicle including a full tank of; Vehicle Curb Weight; – is the weight of your new vehicle when you
VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILER This section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/ortrailer, to keep your loaded vehicle weight within its design ratingcapability, with or without a trailer. Properly loading your vehicle willprovide maximum return of vehicle design p...
Page 168 - Payload; – is the combined weight of cargo and passengers that the; “THE COMBINED WEIGHT OF OCCUPANTS AND; for
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...
Page 169 - Cargo Weight; – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,
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...
Page 170 - These; The GVWR is shown on the Safety
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....
Page 171 - Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label
• Example only: 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. Tires, Wheels and Lo...
Page 172 - RV and Trailer Towing Guide
GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle (GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer. GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and the loaded trailer – including all cargo andpassengers – that the vehicle can handle without r...
Page 173 - Steps for determining the correct load limit:
WARNING: Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious 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 lb.” on your vehicle’s plac...
Page 174 - TRAILER TOWING; and 6.4 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel
to transport the cement to your home? If you and your friend eachweigh 220 lb. (99 kg), the calculation would be: 1400 - (2 x 220) - (12x 100) = 1400 - 440 - 1200 = - 240 lb. No, you do not have enoughcargo capacity to carry that much weight. In metric units, thecalculation would be: 635 kg - (2 x 9...
Page 185 - Preparing to tow
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR - lb (kg) Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight - lb (kg) Maximum frontal area of trailer - ft 2 (m 2 ) E-450 Stripped Chassis (158” wheelbase, dual rear wheel) (14050 GVWR) 5.4L 4.56 14050 (6373) 9200 (4173) 60 (5.52) E...
Page 186 - Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system
Hitches Do not use or install hitches that clamp onto the bumper or to the axle.Underbody hitches are acceptable if installed properly. Safety chains Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the frame or hook retainersof the vehicle hitch. To connect the trailer’s safety chains, cross thechains...
Page 187 - TRAILER DISCONNECTED:; This message is displayed and
The TBC user interface consists ofthe following: 1. +/- (GAIN adjustment buttons): Pressing these buttons will adjust the TBC’s power outputto the trailer brakes (in0.5 increments). The GAIN settingcan be increased to a maximum of10.0 or decreased to a minimum of 0 (no trailer braking). Pressing and...
Page 188 - Manual control lever:; Procedure for adjusting GAIN; Procedure for adjusting GAIN:
2. Manual control lever: Slide the control lever to the left to activate power to the trailer’s electric brakes independent of the tow vehicle’sbrakes (see the following Procedure for adjusting GAIN section for instructions on proper use of this feature). If the manual control isactivated while the ...
Page 189 - : This message is displayed and; : This message is displayed when a; WIRING FAULT ON TRAILER; message is displayed and accompanied; covered under your Ford
6. If the trailer wheels lock-up (indicated by squealing tires), reduce theGAIN setting; if the trailer wheels turn freely, increase the GAIN setting.Repeat Steps 5 and 6 until the GAIN setting is at a point just belowtrailer wheel lock-up. If towing a heavier trailer, trailer wheel lockup maynot be...
Page 190 - When towing a trailer:
• The TBC interacts with the brake system of the vehicle, includingABS, in order to reduce the likelihood of trailer wheel lockup.Therefore, if these systems are not functioning properly the TBC maynot function at full performance. • When the vehicle is turned off, the TBC Output is disabled and the...
Page 191 - Servicing after towing; Trailer towing tips; Maintenance and Specifications
When descending long, steep downhill grades, always use a lower gear toprovide engine braking to save wear on brakes. Use D (Overdrive OFF)on moderately steep hills, 2 (Second) on steep hills, and 1 (First) onvery steep hills. Do not apply your brakes continuously, as they may overheat and become le...
Page 192 - Launching or retrieving a boat; When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval:; RECREATIONAL TOWING; In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle, see
Launching or retrieving a boat Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailerinto the water. Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after thetrailer is removed from the water. When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval: • Do not allow the static water level to rise abo...
Page 193 - Driving
STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. Accessory — allows the electricalaccessories such as the radio tooperate while the engine is notrunning. 2. Lock — locks the automatictransmission gearshift lever andallows key removal. 3. Off — shuts off the engine and allaccessories without locking thesteering...
Page 195 - Cold weather starting (flexible fuel vehicles only)
• Turn the key to 4 (on) withoutturning the key to 5 (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 4 (on) withoutturning the key to 5 (sta...
Page 196 - Guarding against exhaust fumes
You may experience a decrease in peak performance when the engine iscold when operating on E 85 ethanol. Do not crank the engine for more than 10 seconds at a time as starterdamage may occur. If the engine fails to start, turn the key to off andwait 30 seconds before trying again. Do not use startin...
Page 197 - Cold weather starting
See Cold weather starting earlier in this chapter for more information on starting with ethanol. WARNING: Failure to follow engine block heater instructions could result in property damage or physical injury. WARNING: To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not use your heater with ungrounded ele...
Page 198 - Refer to
become very hot and may result in an electrical shock or fire. Be sureto check for heat anywhere in the electrical hookup once the systemhas been operating for approximately a half hour. • Finally, have the engine block heater system checked during your falltune-up to be sure it’s in good working or...
Page 199 - Parking brake; Always set the
Using ABS When hard braking is required, apply continuous force on the brakepedal. Do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce theeffectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle’s stoppingdistance. The ABS will be activated immediately, allowing you to retainsteering control during ha...
Page 204 - Roll Stability ControlTM (RSC
Electronic stability control (ESC) Electronic stability control (ESC) may enhance your vehicle’s directionalstability during adverse maneuvers, for example when cornering severelyor avoiding objects in the roadway. ESC operates by applying brakes toone or more of the wheels individually and, if nece...
Page 206 - STEERING
STEERING To help prevent damage to the power steering system: • Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points (until itstops) for more than a few seconds when the engine is running. • Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering pump fluid level(If the fluid level is below the...
Page 208 - designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger
The van should be operated by an experienced driver. An organizationthat owns a 15–passenger van should select one or two experienceddrivers to drive the van on a regular basis. These drivers will gainvaluable experience handling the van. This experience will help makeeach trip safer. The van should...
Page 209 - BRAKE-SHIFT INTERLOCK; Fuses and relays
BRAKE-SHIFT INTERLOCK The vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that preventsthe gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) unless the brakepedal is pressed.If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with the ignitionin the on position and the brake pedal pressed, ...
Page 210 - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION; To put your vehicle in gear:
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4–speed automatictransmission Your vehicle has been designed to improve fuel economy by reducingfuel usage during coasting or deceleration. When you take your foot offthe accelerator pedal and the vehicle begins to slow do...
Page 212 - Forced downshifts
2 (Second) This position allows for second gear only. • Provides engine braking. • Use to start-up on slippery roads. • To return to (Overdrive), move the gearshift lever into the (Overdrive) position. • Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transmission todownshift to second gear at ...
Page 217 - If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement
Used for improved traction on slippery roads. Selecting 3 (Third)provides additional engine braking. 2 (Second) Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additionalengine braking on downgrades. 1 (First) • Provides maximum engine braking. • Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever....
Page 220 - Always use caution while backing.; Image delay if displayed through the rearview mirror:
REARVIEW CAMERA SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The rearview camera system locatedon the back door provides a videoimage, which appears in therearview mirror or navigation screen(if equipped), of the area behind thevehicle. It adds assistance to thedriver while reversing or reverseparking the vehicle. To use t...
Page 221 - Image delay if displayed through the navigation screen:
Image delay if displayed through the navigation screen: After shifting out of R (Reverse) and into any gear other than P (Park),the image in the navigation screen will remain until the vehicle speedreaches five mph (8 km/h), only if the rear camera delay feature is on, oruntil any navigation radio b...
Page 222 - Exterior mirrors
Night time and dark area use At night time or in dark areas, the camera system relies on the reverselamp lighting to produce an image. Therefore it is necessary that bothreverse lamps are operating in order to get a clear image in the dark. Ifeither of the lamps are not operating, stop using the cam...
Page 223 - Driving with blind spot mirrors; Objects in the blind spot mirror are closer than they; VEHICLE USED AS A STATIONARY POWER SOURCE
Driving with blind spot mirrors Before a lane change, check themain mirror first, then check theblind spot mirror. If no vehicles arepresent in the blind spot mirror andthe traffic in the adjacent lane is ata safe distance, signal that you aregoing to change lanes. Glance overyour shoulder to verify...
Page 224 - DRIVING THROUGH WATER; Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes.
Your vehicle is qualified for use as a stationary power source, withinlimits detailed in the Ford Truck Body Builders Layout Book, found at www.fleet.ford.com/truckbbas, and through the Ford Truck Body BuildersAdvisory Service. Gas engine vehicles are qualified for up to 10 minutes of continuousoper...
Page 225 - 4–hours, seven days a week; Roadside Emergencies
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...
Page 226 - Using roadside assistance; Owner Information Guide; HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL
• towing of your disabled vehicle • emergency travel expense reimbursement • travel planning benefits In Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you maypurchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty’s RoadsideAssistance expiring. For more information and enrollment, contact1...
Page 227 - With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery.
Note: With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery. FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH (DIESEL-POWERED ANDSTRIPPED CHASSIS VEHICLES ONLY) This device stops the electric fuel pump from sending fuel to the enginewhen your vehicle has had a substantial jolt. After an accident, if the engine cranks b...
Page 229 - Standard fuse amperage rating and color
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...
Page 230 - Passenger compartment fuse panel; Always disconnect the battery before servicing high
Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located to the left of the brake pedal and mountedonto the lower left cowl panel. Remove the fuse panel cover to accessthe fuses. WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. If your vehicle is equipped with an auxilia...
Page 233 - Location
WARNING: Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. WARNING: To reduce risk of electrical shock, always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. If your vehicle is equipped with an auxiliary battery,disconn...
Page 237 - Tire pressure monitoring system
Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Protected Circuits 78 15A* VPWR 4 (gas engine only),Ignition coil (diesel engine only),Fuel pump relay coil 79 10A* VPWR 5, Transmission 80 10A* Cluster run/start (stripped chassisonly) 81 15A* FICM logic (diesel engine only) 82 — Not used 83 — Fuel pump (diode) 8...
Page 241 - Tire change procedure
Tire change procedure WARNING: To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire, be sure the parking brake is set, then block (in both directions) the wheel that is diagonally opposite (other side andend of the vehicle) to the tire being changed. WARNING: If the vehicle slips off the j...
Page 244 - Wheel lug nut torque specifications
Front axle jacking points: Place the jack under the pin on the front surface of the front axle. Do not place the jack under oron the steering linkage. 3. Raise the jack until the wheel iscompletely off the ground. (Turnjack handle clockwise if your vehicleis equipped with a screw-type jackor pump th...
Page 246 - WHEEL LUG NUT TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS
4. Check that the tire lies flat against the frame and is properlytightened. Try to push or pull, then turn the tire to be sure it will notmove. Loosen and retighten, if necessary. Failure to properly stow thespare tire may result in failure of the winch cable and loss of the tire. 5. Repeat this ti...
Page 247 - JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
WARNING: When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the wheel hub, brake drum orbrake disc that contacts the wheel. Ensure that any fasteners thatattach the rotor to the hub are secured so they do ...
Page 248 - touch. Set the parking brake on; Connecting the jumper cables; In the illustrations,
Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, theautomatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, thetransmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation isconsidered normal and will not affect function or durability of thetransmi...
Page 250 - Jump starting; Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.
4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposedmetal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and thecarburetor/fuel injection system. Note: Do not attach the negative (-) cable to fuel lines, engine rocker covers, the intake manifold or electrical components ...
Page 251 - Removing the jumper cables; Remove the jumper cable from the
Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (...
Page 252 - relearn
3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of thedisabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cablesremoved, allow it to idle for several minutes so the...
Page 253 - WRECKER TOWING
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. Ford recommends your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed. Donot tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor C...
Page 254 - Emergency towing; Brake-shift interlock
Emergency towing In case of a roadside emergency with a disabled vehicle (without accessto wheel dollies, car hauling trailer, or flatbed transport vehicle) yourvehicle (regardless of transmission powertrain configuration) can be flattowed (all wheels on the ground) under the following conditions: •...
Page 255 - Customer Assistance
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...
Page 256 - Away from home–motorhome service
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...
Page 259 - Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility
for your name and address, general information about your new vehicle,information about your warranty concerns, and any steps you havealready taken to try to resolve them. A Customer Claim Form will bemailed that will need to be completed, signed and returned to the BBBalong with proof of ownership....
Page 260 - GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA
GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U.S. AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign country, contact theappropriate foreign embassy or consulate. These officials can inform youof local vehicle registration regulations and where to find unleaded fuel. If you cannot find unleaded fuel or can onl...
Page 263 - WASHING THE EXTERIOR; available from your authorized dealer.; Exterior chrome; Use Motorcraft; Cleaning
WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft 威 Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is available from your authorized dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can ...
Page 265 - ENGINE; Spray Motorcraft
• Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheelcleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent. • To remove tar and grease, use Motorcraft 威 Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42), available from your authorized dealer. ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because gr...
Page 266 - WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES
PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your authorized dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft 威 Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft 威 Bug and Tar Remover (ZC-42). WINDOWS ...
Page 268 - UNDERBODY
• If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area firstwith Motorcraft 威 Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14). In Canada, use Motorcraft 威 Multi-Purpose Cleaner (CXC-101). • If a ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire areaimmediately (but do not oversaturate) or th...
Page 269 - FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS
FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many qualityproducts available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. Thesequality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to complement...
Page 270 - SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS; scheduled maintenance; PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
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...
Page 271 - Working with the engine on; To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or; OPENING THE HOOD; Lift the hood and secure it with the prop rod.
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...
Page 272 - IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT; and 6.4 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Refer to the 6.0 and 6.4 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement for diesel engine component locations. 1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 4. Air fil...
Page 273 - WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID; If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below; CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES; Windows and wiper blades
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 specifications. Do not use anyspecial washer fluid such aswindshield water repellent type fluidor bug wash. They may causesque...
Page 274 - between the lower and upper holes or between
To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended toscrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. Thelayer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of thewiper rubber element. ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance ...
Page 275 - Put the dipstick back in and ensure it is fully seated.; Adding engine oil; Checking the engine
• If the oil level is below the lowerhole or the MIN mark, addenough oil to raise the levelwithin the lower and upper holesor within the MIN-MAX range. • Oil levels above the upper hole or the MAX mark may cause enginedamage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by an authorizeddealer. 7. Put th...
Page 276 - Engine oil and filter recommendations; Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil; SAE 5W-20 oil provides optimum fuel economy and; Maintenance product specifications and
Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certificationtrademark. Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil Only use oils certified for gasoline engines by the American PetroleumInstitute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms to thecurrent engine and emission system protection standards and fue...
Page 277 - BATTERY; This vehicle may be equipped with more than one
BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft 威 maintenance-free battery which normally does notrequire additional water during itslife of service. WARNING: This vehicle may be equipped with more than one battery, removal of cable from only one battery does not disconnect the vehicle electrical ...
Page 278 - Wash hands after handling; Automatic transmission operation; Battery relearn
WARNING: Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near thebattery, always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provideproper ventilation. WARNING: When lif...
Page 279 - RETURN
1. With the vehicle at a complete stop, set the parking brake. 2. Put the gearshift in P (Park), turn off all accessories and start theengine. 3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature. 4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 5. Turn the A/C on and allow the engine...
Page 280 - scheduled maintenance information.; 0/50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following:
ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at theintervals listed in scheduled maintenance information. The coolant concentration should be maintained at 50/50 coolant and distilled water,which equates to a freeze point of -34°F (-36°C). Co...
Page 281 - Adding engine coolant; Maintenance product
• Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service interval schedules. If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval,the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty. If the reservoir islow or empty, add engine coolant to the reservoir. Refer to Adding engine coola...
Page 282 - Alcohol; Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant.
• Do not use alcohol, methanol, brine or any engine coolantsmixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze (coolant). Alcohol and other liquids can cause engine damage from overheating orfreezing. • Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant. These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion...
Page 283 - Recycled engine coolant; Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate; Coolant refill capacity; Maintenance product specifications and capacities; Severe climates
Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolantreservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. Ifnecessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant anddistilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level. If you have to add more than 1.0 quar...
Page 284 - NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40%.; How fail-safe cooling works
If you drive in extremely hot climates: • It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentrationabove 40%. • NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40%. • A coolant concentration of 40% will provide freeze pointprotection down to -12°F [-24°C]. Decreased engine coolantconcentrations bel...
Page 285 - When fail-safe mode is activated
When this occurs the vehicle will still operate. However: • The engine power will be limited. • The air conditioning system will be disabled. Continued operation will increase the engine temperature and the enginewill completely shut down, causing steering and braking effort toincrease. Once the eng...
Page 288 - Refueling
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...
Page 289 - Fuel filler cap
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...
Page 290 - Choosing the right fuel; Use of any fuel other than those recommended may cause
WARNING: The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise,fuel may spray out and injure you or others. WARNING: If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, ex...
Page 291 - Cleaner air; Choosing the right; Octane recommendations; Unleaded gasoline engines
Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines toimprove air quality, per the recommendations in the Choosing the right fuel section. Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use “Regular” unleaded gasoline with a pump(R+M)/2 octane rating of 87. Some station...
Page 292 - FFV engines; Running out of fuel; If you have run out of fuel:
FFV engines If you experience starting, rough idle or hesitation driveability problemsduring a cold start, try a different brand of E85 fuel. If the driveabilityproblems continue, fill the vehicle with regular unleaded gasoline anddrive vehicle normally until gasoline is used. See your authorized de...
Page 293 - Maintenance
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, thedriver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently aspossible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings areNOT accurate as a measure of fuel eco...
Page 294 - Habits
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 the amount of fuel added (ingallons or liters). 3. After at least three to five tank fill-ups, fill the fuel tank and recordthe current od...
Page 299 - POWER STEERING FLUID; Brake System, do not press the brake pedal after the engine has
POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid.Refer to the scheduled maintenanceguide for more information. Check the fluid level when it is at ambient temperature, 20°-80°F(-7°-25°C): 1. Check the fluid level on the dipstick. It should be between the arrowsin the FULL COLD range. Do not add f...
Page 300 - BRAKE FLUID
6. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checkingthe level until it reaches the FULL COLD range. Be sure to put thedipstick back in the reservoir. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter for the proper fluid type. BRAKE FLUID • E-150/E-250/E...
Page 301 - Refer to your
TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid (if equipped) Refer to your scheduled maintenance information for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does notconsume fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if thetransmission is not working properly,...
Page 306 - Automatic transmission fluid filter; AIR FILTER
Automatic transmission fluid filter The Torqshift automatictransmission is equipped with aserviceable transmission fluid filterlocated inside the transmissionbottom pan. Refer to scheduled maintenance information for service intervals for automatic transmission fluid andtransmission filter. For tran...
Page 307 - Changing the air filter element; Connect the fresh air inlet tube to the radiator support.
Changing the air filter element 1. Disconnect the fresh air inlet tubefrom the radiator support. 2. Open the clamp that secures thetwo halves of the air filter housingtogether. 3. Carefully separate the two halvesof the air filter housing. 4. Remove the air filter elementfrom the housing. 5. Install...
Page 308 - or
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component* 4.6L V8 engine 5.4L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine Air filter element FA-1632 FA-1632 FA-1632 Battery- standard / (auxiliary) BXT-65-650 / (BXT-65-750) BXT-65-650 / (BXT-65-750) BXT-65-650 / (BXT-65-750) Oil filter FL-820-S FL-820-S FL-820-S Spark plugs 1 Torqshift auto...
Page 313 - Engine drivebelt routing
ENGINE DATA Engine 1 4.6L V8Engine 5.4L V8Engine 6.8L V10 Engine Cubic inches 281 330 415 Required fuel 87 octane orE85 2 87 octane orE85 2 87 octane Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 1-6-5-10-2-7-3-8-4-9 Ignition system Coil on plug Coil on plug Coil on plug Spark plug gap 0.041–0.047 in...
Page 314 - IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE
• 4.6L V8, 5.4L V8 and 6.8L V10 engines with A/C IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety Compliance Certification Label (complete Ford builtvehicles) The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations requirethat a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle andprescribe where ...
Page 315 - Certification label for incomplete vehicles
Vehicle identification number (VIN) The VIN is located on the driver side instrument panel or on thecertification label. It contains the following information: 1. World manufacturer identifier 2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating (GVWR) / RestraintDevices and their location 3. Make, vehicle ...
Page 316 - Five-speed automatic TorqShift with Tow/Haul
TRANSMISSION CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission code on the Safety Compliance CertificationLabel. The following table tells you which transmission each coderepresents. Description Code Four-speed automatic overdrive (4R75E) Q Five-speed automatic TorqShift with Tow/Haul T Five-speed autom...
Page 317 - Accessories
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...
Page 318 - Peace of mind; Keyless entry keypad
Peace of mind Keyless entry keypad Remote start Vehicle security systems 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 yourvehicle, do not exceed the total w...
Page 319 - FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS; Up to 500+ Covered Vehicle Components; Ford Extended Service Plan
FORD ESP EXTENDED SERVICE PLANS More than 30 million Ford, Lincoln, and Mercury owners have discoveredthe powerful protection of Ford ESP. It is the only extended service planbacked by Ford Motor Company, and provides “peace of mind”protection beyond the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage. Up to ...
Page 322 - Cleaning your vehicle; Index
A Accessory delay ..........................65AdvanceTrac ..............................201Air cleaner filter ...............306–308Airbag supplemental restraintsystem ................................102–103 and child safety seats ............104description ..............................103disposal ...
Page 327 - Windows
safety practices .......................145sidewall information ...............148snow tires and chains ............166spare tire .........................238–239terminology .............................137tire grades ...............................137treadwear ........................136, 143 Towin...