Ford AM/FM stereo- Manual

SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-BumperCoverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 6.0LPower Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is eligiblefor Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties. For adetai...

To access this information, special equipment must be directly connectedto the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada donot access event data recorder information without obtaining consent,unless pursuant to court order or where required by law enforcement,other government authorit...

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...

Notice to owners of natural gas fueled vehicles Before you drive your vehicle, be sure to read the Dedicated Natural Gas Vehicle supplement. This book contains important operation and maintenance information. Middle East/North Africa vehicle specific information For your particular global region, yo...

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat InstallationWarning Child Seat LowerAnchor Child Seat TetherAnchor Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid -No...

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 ...

Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warninglight is functional, it willmomentarily illuminate when theignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is not running, orin a position between ON and START, or by applying the parking brakewhen the ignition is turned to the ON ...

Low fuel: Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at or nearempty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter). Check gage: Illuminates when any of the following conditions hasoccurred: • The engine coolant temperatureis high. • The engine oil pressure is low. • Fuel gauge is at or near empty. ...

GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range (between “H” and“C”). If it enters the red section, the engine is overheating. Stopthe vehicle as soon...

Trip odometer: Registers the kilometers (miles) of individualjourneys. Press the SELECT/RESETcontrol once to switch from theodometer to the trip odometer. Press the control again to select Trip Aand Trip B features. To reset the trip, press and hold the control againuntil the trip reading is 0.0 mil...

AM/FM STEREO (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Seek: Press / to find the next listenable station down/up thefrequency band. 2. Tune: Press / to manually adjust the radio frequency down/up. 3. AM/FM: Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode. 4. Memory preset buttons: To set a station: Select frequency bandAM/FM...

4. Tape AMS: In tape mode, press and hold to activate AutomaticMusic Search (allows you to quicklylocate the beginning of the tape selection being played or to skip to thenext selection). Then, press REW (for the beginning of the currentselection) or FF (to advance to the next selection). The tape M...

PREMIUM IN-DASH SIX CD SOUND SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Seek: Press and release SEEK / for previous/next strong station, or track of thecurrent disc. 2. Rewind: Press and hold until the desired selection is reached. Fast forward: Press and hold until the desired selection is reached. 3. Comp (Compressi...

6. Bass: Press BASS; then press SEL / to decrease/increase the bass output. Treble: Press TREB; then press SEL / to decrease/increase the treble output. 7. Select: Use with Bass, Treble, Balance and Fade controls to adjustlevels. Use with MENU to set theclock and RDS function on/off. 8. Balance: Pre...

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 There are three factors th...

Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periodsof time. • Insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine. • Clean using a circular motion. CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm (4.75in) audio compact discs only. Due to technical i...

Should you have any questions regarding your AutoVision 威 System, please feel free to call the toll free assistance hotline at 1 (877)848–6434. Safety information Read all of the safety and operating instructions before operating thesystem and retain for future reference. Do not attempt to service, ...

AutoVision 姞 system Features • 2–head hi-fi playback • AutoPlay feature • Digital auto tracking • Dual stereo headphone with electric volume control • Self docking connection for easy mobile installation • Latching system for secure safety • Carrying handle for portability • Water resistant tape doo...

VCP controls 1. LED display The display lamp will light up in green when power is supplied to thevideocassette player. 2. POWER key Press to toggle between ON/OFF. When the power is ON, other keys(PLAY, FF, REW, STOP) will illuminate. 3. PLAY key Press to playback a videocassette tape. 4. REWIND/REV...

7. PLAY button Press to play the tape. 8. REW button Press to rewind the tape. 9. FF button Press to fast forward the tape.10. STOP button Press to stop the tape. Battery replacement Batteries are supplied with the remote control unit. However, they aresimply for operation check and will only work f...

If you will not be using the remote control for a considerably long time,remove the batteries. AutoVision 姞 controls The AutoVision 威 controls allow the rear seat passengers to operate the radio, tape, CD or CD DJ(if equipped). Parental control Your AutoVision 威 system allows you to have control ove...

Flip-down screens The screens rotate down to view and up into the housing to store whennot in use. Ensure that the screens are latched into the housing whenbeing stored. 1. 6.4” (diagonal) color liquid crystal display (LCD) screen.2. Screen housing.3. Dimmer switch. Rotate to increase/decrease the b...

Encore (on remote control) • Press the ENCORE control while in playback mode. The VCP will reverse to the previous five seconds of the selection andthen operate at normal playback mode. Auxiliary input jacks The auxiliary input jacks on theAutoVision 威 control panel accepts video and audio connector...

Video source selection The MEDIA control determineswhich video (VCP or Auxiliaryinput) is seen on the AutoVision 威 screen. When the vehicle ignition is ON andthe system is not in VCP mode, theAutoVision 威 selects the Auxiliary input as the video source. (If thereis not a video source connected tothe...

The following are some possible messages that may illuminate on yourLED display and their meanings. Illuminates when there is avideocassette in the system duringpower off. Illuminates when there is avideocassette in the system duringpower on. Illuminates when a videocassette isejected from the syste...

• Patch cords with RCA style connectors These parts are available in your local electronics store or call toll free1 (877) 848–6434 for assistance. Auxiliary jacks for home use 1. VIDEO OUT Connect this terminal to theVIDEO IN terminal of your display(LCD, TV). 2. DC jack in Connect this jack to the...

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...

HEADLAMP CONTROL • The first position turns on theparking, tail, license plate andside marker lamps. • The outer position turns on theheadlamps. Battery saver The battery saver will turn off the courtesy lamps in 10 minutes if a dooris left open and the key is not in the ignition. The battery saver ...

AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant.If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlampsshould be checked by a qualified service technician. TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the leftturn signal. • Push up to activa...

Front and rear courtesy/readinglamps The dome portion of the lamp, thecenter light, can be turned on whenthe headlamp control is rotated fullycounterclockwise or when any dooris opened. The reading lamp portion, the two outer lights, can only be toggled onand off at the lamp. BULBS Replacing exterio...

Replacing tail lamp/turn/backup lamp bulbs 1. Turn the headlamp switch to theOFF position and then remove thefour screws and the lamp assemblyfrom vehicle. 2. Rotate bulb socketcounterclockwise and remove fromlamp assembly. 3. Carefully pull the bulb straightout of the socket and push in thenew bulb...

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease thespeed of the wipers. Windshield washer: Push the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe ofthe wipers without washer fluid. • a quick pus...

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. Never adjust the steer...

1. Place Velcro hook onto side ofaftermarket transmitter opposite ofactuator control. 2. Place the transmitter into storagecompartment, control down. 3. Place the provided heightadaptors onto the back of theGARAGE control as needed. 4. Press the GARAGE control toactivate the transmitter. Electronic ...

The compass reading may be affected when you drive near largebuildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magneticor metallic objects placed in or on the vehicle may also affect compassaccuracy. Adjustments may need to be made to the zone and calibrationof the compass. Compass zon...

CELL PHONE USE The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasinglyimportant in the conduct of business and personal affairs. However,drivers must not compromise their own or others’ safety when usingsuch equipment. Mobile Communications can enhance personal safetyand security when app...

Telescoping mirror The spotter mirror has a swivel thatallows it to tilt up and down, andalso to tilt left and right to increaseside and rear visibility. Fold-away mirrors The mirrors can be manually folded forward or backwards for narrowspaces like driving through an automatic car wash or backing o...

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

KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacementkeys are available from your dealer. You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in caseyou require it in an emergency. POWER DOOR LOCKS (IF EQUIPPED) Press U to unlock all doors and L tolock all doors. Me...

Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogrammedbecause you lost one, or would like to buy additional remote entrytransmitters, you can either reprogram them yourself, or take all remote entry transmitters to your authorized dealer for rep...

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

Pull lever up to adjust seatback. Using the manual lumbar support 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 powe...

Press to raise or lower the rearportion of the seat cushion. Press the control to move the seatforward, backward, up or down. Quick release captains chair (7 passenger second row only) To remove the seat: 1. Disengage the lap/shoulder beltfrom the seat by inserting a key orsmall screwdriver into the...

Stow the tongue end of thedetachable anchor. 2. Pull the seat latch handle, thenpull the seat toward the right side ofthe vehicle to disengage four pinsfrom the floor mount. 3. Remove the seat. To install the seat: Check to see that the seat and seatback is latched securely inposition. Keep floor ar...

2. Pull the LH/RH seat latchhandles, located under the seat,rearward to release the latch hookends from the front strikers. 3. Move the seat rearward and lift the seats rear hooks away from therear strikers prior to lifting the front hooks out from the front strikers. 4. With assistance, remove the ...

SAFETY RESTRAINTSSafety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lapbelt snug and low across the hips. To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit in the backseat where they can be properly restrained. Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her l...

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 child safety seat is inst...

After any vehicle collision, the safety belt systems at all outboardseating positions (except the driver position, which does not have this feature) must be checked by a qualified technician to verifythat the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is stillfunctioning properly. In additi...

Front safety belt height adjustment Adjust the height of the shoulderbelt so the belt rests across themiddle of your shoulder. To adjust the shoulder belt height,push the button and slide the heightadjuster up or down. Release thebutton and pull down on the heightadjuster to make sure it is locked i...

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

Deactivating/activating the BeltMinder feature Read steps 1 - 5 thoroughly before proceeding with thedeactivation/activation programming procedure. The BeltMinder feature can be deactivated/activated by performing thefollowing procedure: Before following the procedure, make sure that: • the parking ...

will flash 4 times per second for 3 seconds, followed by 3 seconds withthe light off, then followed by the airbag warning light flashing 4 timesper second for 3 seconds again. 5. After receiving confirmation, the deactivation/activation procedure iscomplete. Safety belt extension assembly If the saf...

Children and air bags Children must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rearseating positions than in the frontseating position. Failure to followthese instructions may increase therisk of injury in a collision. Air bags can...

Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone toindicate the condition of the system. Refer to Air bag readiness section in the Instrument Cluster chapter. Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required. A difficulty with the system i...

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 isa risk of injury from a deploying airbag. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should a...

Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bagsupplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Children and safety belts If the child is the proper size, restrain the child in a safety seat. Childrenwho are too large for child safety seats (as specified...

Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of thesequestions: • Can the child sit all the way backagainst the vehicle seat back withknees bent comfortably at theedge of the seat withoutslouching? • Does the lap belt rest low across the hips? • Is the shoulder belt centered on the s...

Both can be used in any vehicle in a seating position equipped withlap/shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lbs. The shoulder belt should cross the chest, resting snugly on the center ofthe shoulder. The lap belt should rest low and snug across the hips,never up high across the stomach. If the bo...

7. Pull the lap belt portion acrossthe child seat toward the buckle andpull up on the shoulder belt whilepushing down with your knee on thechild seat. 8. Allow the safety belt to retract toremove any slack in the belt. 9. Before placing the child in theseat, forcibly tilt the seat forwardand back to...

Because the last row of seats is not equipped with either childtether or LATCH anchors and is spaced closer to the row of seats in front, Do not use forward-facing or rear-facing child seats (other than belt-positioning boosters) in the last row. Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. ...

3. Clip the tether strap hook to theseat pedestal at the location shown. 4. Install the child safety seat tightly using the LATCH anchors or safetybelts. Follow the instructions in this chapter. 5. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to themanufacturer’s instructions. Second, Third ...

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 wh...

Note: If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try, turn the key to 3 (OFF), wait 10 seconds and try again. If the engine stillfails to start, press the accelerator to the floor and try again; this willallow the engine to crank with the fuel shut off in case the engine isflooded...

keeping the brakes from locking. Noise from the ABS pump motor andbrake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking; this isnormal and should be no reason for concern. ABS warning lamp The ABS lamp in the instrumentcluster momentarily illuminateswhen the ignition is turned on. Ifthe light doe...

Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility andfour-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any morethan low-slung sports cars are desig...

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION Brake-shift interlock 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 brake pedal is depressed. If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P...

• Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transmission todownshift to second gear at the appropriate vehicle speed. 1 (First) • Provides maximum engine braking. • Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever. • Will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; allows for 1 (First)when vehi...

Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result inserious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury. Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks andutility-type vehicles For important information regarding safe operation of this typeof vehicle, see the Preparing to drive ...

GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR - kg (lbs.) Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight - kg (lbs.) Maximum frontal area of trailer - m 2 (ft 2 ) Maximum trailer weight for all cutaway (E-350 and E-450) vehiclesmust be calculated by subtracting the weight of...

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 under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners. If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agen...

• To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will also assistin transmission cooling. • Anticipate stops and brake gradually. When descending long, steep downhill grades, always use a lower gear toprovide engine braking to save wear on brakes. Use Drive (OverdriveOFF) on moderately stee...

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...

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 New Vehicle Limited...

Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1–800–665–2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain reimbursementinformation, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call1-800-241-3673; Lincoln vehicle custo...

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...

To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panelcover. The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 1 5A 4–Wheel Anti–lock Brake System(4WABS) module 2 10A Remote Keyless Entry (RKE), O/Dcancel, Low vacuum (Diese...

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

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description 23 10A* Alternator 24 20A* Trailer tow running lamps andback-up lamp relays 25 — Not used 26 20A* Trailer tow turn signals 27 10A* PCM 28 — Not used A — Fuel pump relay B — Horn relay C — Trailer back-up lamps relay D — Trailer r...

The relays are coded as follows: Relay location Description 1 Interior lamps 2 Open 3 Roof marker lamps 4 Battery saver Engine compartment relay module The engine compartment relay module is located in one of two placesdepending on which type of engine your vehicle is equipped with: • Gasoline engin...

• Wet weather driving capability • All-Wheel Driving Capability (if applicable) • Load Leveling Adjustment (if applicable) When driving with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel additional cautionshould be given to: • Towing a trailer • Driving vehicles equipped with a camper body • Driving vehicles with...

Tire change procedure Preparing to change the tire 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 and end of thevehicle) to the tire being changed. 1. Park on a level s...

Rear axle jacking points - Allmodels except E-350 Dual RearWheel (DRW) and E-450: Rear axle jacking points - E-350Dual Rear Wheel (DRW) andE-450: 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. • R...

On all two-piece flat wheel nuts,apply one drop of motor oil betweenthe flat washer and the nut. Do notapply motor oil to the wheel nutthreads or the wheel stud threads. When a wheel is installed,always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materialspresent on the mounting surfacesof the wheel or th...

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

4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposedmetal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and thecarburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. Do not connect the end of the second ...

Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (...

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of thedisabled vehicle’s battery. After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cablesremoved, allow it to idle for several minutes so the...

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, yourroadside assistance service provider. Ford recommends your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed. Donot tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor C...

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home You must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer forwarranty repairs. While any Ford dealership handling your vehicle linewill provide warranty service, we recommend you return to your sellingdealer who wants to ensure your continued satisfaction. Pl...

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to theDispute Settlement Board before taking action under the Magnuson-MossWarranty Act, or to the extent allowed by state law, before pursuingreplacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws. Thisdispute handling procedure ...

Making a decision Board members review all available information related to eachcomplaint, including oral presentations, and arrive at a fair and impartialdecision. Board review may be terminated at any time by either party. Every effort is made to decide the case within 40 days of the date thatall ...

In the CAMVAP program, impartial third-party arbitrators conducthearings at mutually convenient times and places in an informalenvironment. These impartial arbitrators review the positions of theparties, make decisions and, when appropriate, render awards to resolvedisputes. CAMVAP decisions are fas...

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 dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washingor laundry liquid. These products can discolor and s...

• Do not allow paint sealant to come in contact with the sliding doorelectrical contact switches. Paint sealant or other contaminants couldinterfere with the proper operation of the power locks or radiospeakers. If necessary, clean the contacts with Motorcraft Bug and TarRemover (ZC-42) to remove an...

• Do not spray a hot engine with cold water to avoid cracking theengine block or other engine components. • Spray Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser (ZC-20) on all partsthat require cleaning and pressure rinse clean. • Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaningthe engine....

• Do not use abrasives, as they may cause scratches. • Do not use fuel, kerosene, or paint thinner to clean any parts. • Wiper blades can be cleaned with isopropyl (rubbing) alcohol orwindshield washer solution. Be sure to replace wiper blades when theyappear worn or do not function properly. INSTRU...

Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle’sseatbelts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing. LEATHER SEATS (IF EQUIPPED) Your leather seating surfaces have a clear, protective coating over theleather. • To clean, use a soft cloth with Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and VinylCleane...

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easylocation. • We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes trackingroutine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can providethe...

OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom left corner of the instrumentpanel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that islocated in the center top of the grill. 3. Lift the hood and secure it with the prop rod. IDENTIFYI...

1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 4. Air filter assembly 5. Engine oil dipstick 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Brake fluid reservoir 8. Engine coolant reservoir 9. Battery WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservo...

Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should be usedonly if they provide cold weather protection without damaging thevehicle’s paint finish, wiper blades or washer system. If you operate your vehicle in temperatures below 4.5° C (40°F), use washer fluid with antifreeze protection. ...

• If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below the MINmark, add enough oil to raise thelevel within the MIN-MAX range. • Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oilmust be removed from the engine by a ...

BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice. However, for severe usage or in high temperature climates and only forframe mounted deep cycle auxiliary batteries, check the batteryelectrolyte level....

When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on theend walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery.Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on oppositecorners. Keep batteries out of reach of ...

If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery isreconnected. • Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recycling ...

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir. • The engine coolant should be at the “cold fill level” or within the “coldfill range” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir (depending uponapplication). • Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval...

Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam andscalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you badly. Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluidcontainer. If sprayed on the windshield, engine...

coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle with an overflowsystem, follow these steps to add engine coolant. To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the engine iscool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid ...

Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate manner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recyclingand disposing of automotive fluids. Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, referto Refill capacities in this section....

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine isrunning or hot. 5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problemincreases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to aservice facility as soon as possible. WHA...

• Extinguish all smoking materialsand any open flames beforefueling your vehicle. • Always turn off the vehicle beforefueling. • Automotive fuels can be harmfulor fatal if swallowed. Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and ifswallowed can cause death or permanent injury. If fuel is swallowed,call ...

• 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 container whilefilling. • DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fillposition. Fuel Filler...

amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicatesempty. Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fueltank after the fuel gauge indicates empty. The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and shouldnot be relied upon to increase driving range. When re...

economy under current driving conditions. Additionally, keeping recordsduring summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fueleconomy. In general, lower temperatures give lower fuel economy. Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and ...

• Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow therecommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checksfound in your vehicle scheduled maintenance guide. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economyat any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight...

CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid.Refer to the scheduled maintenanceguide for the service intervalschedules. If adding fluid isnecessary, use only MERCON 威 ATF. Check the fluid level when it is at ambient temperature, 20° – 80° F (-7°– 25° C):1. Check the fluid ...

BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR The fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced.Fluid levels below the “MAX” linethat do not trigger the brake systemwarning lamp are within the normaloperating range, there is no need toadd fluid. If the fluid levels are ...

Automatic transmission fluid filter (if equipped) The TorqShift automatictransmission is equipped with aserviceable external fluid filtermounted on the driver’s side of thetransmission. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service intervals. To replace the transmission filter: 1. Shut off th...

Changing the air filter element 1. Disconnect the fresh air inlet tubefrom the radiator support. 2. Loosen the clamp that securesthe two halves of the air filterhousing together. 3. Carefully separate the two halvesof the air filter housing. 4. Remove the air filter elementfrom the housing. 5. Insta...

Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires “LT” type tires have some additionalinformation than those of “P” typetires; these differences aredescribed below: 1. LT: Indicates a tire, designated by the Tire and Rim Association(T&RA), that is intended for serviceon li...

6. Visually inspect the tires to make sure there are no nails or otherobjects embedded that could poke a hole in the tire and cause an airleak.7. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges, cuts, bulges orother irregularities. Tire inflation information All tires with Steel Carcass Plies (...

Sometimes irregular tire wear can be corrected by rotating the tires. Note: If your tires show uneven wear ask a qualified technician at a Ford or Lincoln/Mercury dealership to check for and correct any wheelmisalignment, tire imbalance or mechanical problem involved before tirerotation. Note: Your ...

Tire explosions can cause death, personal injury or propertydamage. Do not allow anyone to stand near, directly ahead or behind the spinning tire. Never spin the tires in excess of the 55 km/h (35 mph) pointindicated on the speedometer. Highway hazards No matter how carefully you drive there’s alway...

• Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. Do not usetire chains on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicledamage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle whenusing snow tires and chains. MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 1 4.6L V8 engine 5...

Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material anddesign specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft orequivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may bevoid for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are notused. Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI)...

Fluid Ford PartName Application Capacity Rear axle 4 Motorcraft SAE75W-90 FuelEfficient HighPerformanceSynthetic rearaxle lubricant 2 Visteon 8.8/9.75inch conventionaland Traction-Lok 2.6 (5.5 pints) 3 SAE 75W-140Synthetic RearAxle Lubricant 2 Dana M70HD(M273HD)E-350 DSO 3.5L (7.4 pints) 3 Dana M60 ...

1 Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle. 2 If your vehicle’s rear axle is filled with a synthetic rear axle lubricant it is considered lubricated for life. These lubricants do not need to bechecked or changed unless a leak is suspected, service is required or theaxle assembly has ...

8 If your vehicle is equipped with a single row radiator, there will be a label on the top side of the radiator indicating “1 Row Radiator”. 9 Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the requirements of Ford specificationWSS-M2C153–H and the API Cert...

Item Ford partname Ford partnumber Fordspecification Lock cylinders MotorcraftPenetrating andLock Lubricant Motorcraft XL-1 none Power steeringfluid MotorcraftMERCON 威 ATF XT-2-QDX MERCON 威 Automatictransmission(4R100) 1 MotorcraftMERCON 威 ATF XT-2-QDX MERCON 威 Automatictransmission(4R70/75 E-W) 1 M...

1 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstickhandle. Check the container to verify the fluid being added is of thecorrect type. Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide to determine the correct service int...

VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Van/wagon models E-150 E-250 E-350 (1) Overall height 2050 mm (80.7 in) 2118 mm (83.4 in) 2136 mm (84.1 in) (2) Track front/rear 1763 (69.4)/1707 mm (67.2 in) 1763(69.4)/1692 mm(66.6 in) 1763(69.4)/1687mm (66.4in) (3) Overall width(excluding mirrors) 2014 mm (79.3 in) (4) Wheelbas...

Cutaway/commercial stripped chassis models Body style Dimension E-250 E-350 E-450SuperDuty (1) Overallheight Refer to Body Builder for specifications. (2) Track(Front /Rear) 1763 mm (69.4 in)/ 1 692 mm (66.6 in) Cutaway 1763 mm (69.4in)/SRW 1831 mm(72.1 in) — DRW1859 mm (73.2 in) Stripped Chassis 17...

Body style (3) Overallwidth Refer to Body Builder for specifications. (4)Wheelbase 3150 mm (124 in) 3505 mm(138 in)4013 mm(158 in)4470 mm (176 in) 4013 mm(158 in)4470 mm (176 in) (5) Overalllength Refer to Body Builder for specifications. VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER Complete Ford built vehicles Th...

Certification label for incomplete vehicles On completed derivations of incomplete vehicles, the certification label isaffixed at a location determined by a subsequent stage manufacturer ofthe completed vehicle. In these cases the completed vehicle ismanufactured in two or more stages by two or more...

Code Transmission Description U Automatic 4–speed overdrive (4R70W) T Automatic 4–speed overdrive (4R44E) E Automatic 4–speed overdrive (4R100) J Automatic 5–speed overdrive (5R55E) Electric H One speed electric D Automatic 5–speed overdrive (5R44E) R Automatic 5–speed overdrive (5R55S) PASSENGER CA...

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized Ford or Ford of Canada dealer.These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill yourautomotive needs; they are custom designed to co...

Peace of mind Airbag anti-theft locks First aid and safety kits Full vehicle covers Locking gas cap Navigation systems Remote start Vehicle security systems For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding acce...

A Accessory delay ..........................65 Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ....................................91, 96 and child safety seats ..............93description ..........................91, 96disposal ......................................95driver air bag .............................

Water, Driving through .............124 Windows power .........................................65 Windshield washer fluid andwipers ..........................................60 checking and adding fluid .....183replacing wiper blades .............60 Wrecker towing .........................165 2004 E...