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Ford 1998 Expedition Automobile User Manual

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1. Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed ooog 100 sa I 120 a o00000 Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant At normal operating temperature the needle remains within the normal area the area between the H and C If it enters the red section the engine is overheating Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible switch off the engine immediately and let the engine cool Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and care chapter 14 Instrumentation Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant not the coolant level If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indication will not be accurate Odometer Registers the total kilometers miles of the vehicle Trip odometer Registers the kilometers miles of individual journeys To reset depress the control Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine RPMx1000 15 Instrumentation Battery voltage gauge This shows the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range as indicated have the vehicle s elec
2. The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except FLOOR and VENT It will also operate only when required when AUTOMATIC has been selected However the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 6 C 43 F or higher Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you have stopped the vehicle 28 Controls and features MAX A C Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle The temperature will display 16 C 60 F To exit press AUTOMATIC or any other override controls MAX A C is noisier than normal A C but more economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster Airflow is from the instrument panel registers This mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle VENT Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers However the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode PNLeFLR Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode The air will be heated or cooled based on the temperature selection For added customer comfort the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to t
3. 85 Controls and features To return to a previously set speed e Press RES RSM RESUME For RES RSM RESUME to operate the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km h 80 mph Indicator light This light comes on when either the SET ACCEL or RES controls are SPEED pressed It turns off when the speed CONT control OFF control is pressed the brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position 86 Controls and features TILT STEERING WHEEL IF EQUIPPED Pull the tilt steering control toward you to move the steering wheel up or down Hold the control while adjusting the wheel to the desired position then release the control to lock the steering wheel in position 1 Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving HAZARD FLASHERA For information on the hazard flasher control refer to Hazard flasher in the Roadside emergencies chapter Rotate the windshield wiper control to the desired interval low or high speed position The bars of varying length are for intermittent wipers When in this position rotate the control upward for fast intervals and downward for slow intervals 87 Controls and features Push tap the end of the stalk briefly for a single swipe no wash Push and hold for three swipes with WW wash Push and hold for a longer wash up to ten seconds Speed dependent wipers When the windshield wiper control is set on the intermittent setting
4. 3 If the PLAY button is pressed while a message is being listened to TravelNote will skip to the beginning of the next message 4 During all PLAY functions the indicator light will be a solid green The indicator light will flash amber and an error tone will sound if the PLAY button is pressed but no message is currently in memory 98 Controls and features To delete a message 1 Press and release the DEL button while listening to a message or shortly after The indicator light will flash green twice 2 To delete all recorded messages simultaneously press and release the PLAY and REC buttons at the same time The indicator light will flash green twice If the DEL button is inadvertently pressed or the time allotted five seconds has passed the indicator light will flash amber and an error tone will sound AUTOLAMP DELAY SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The autolamp sets the headlamps to turn on and off automatically The autolamp may be set to e turn on the lamps automatically at night e turn off the lamps automatically during daylight e keep the lamps on for up to three minutes after the key is turned to OFF Setting autolamp 1 Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position Leaving the headlamp control on will override the autolamp 2 Turn the ignition to the ON position or start the vehicle 3 Slide the delay control all the way to the left The further you move the knob to
5. Checking automatic transmission fluid if equipped Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes Your transmission does not consume fluid However the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is not working properly i e if the transmission slips or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed To obtain an accurate fluid check drive the vehicle until it is at normal operating temperature approximately 30 km 20 miles If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking 1 Drive the vehicle 30 km 20 miles or until it reaches normal operating temperature 231 Maintenance and care 2 Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake 3 With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear ranges Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage 4 Latch the gearshift lever in P Park and leave the engine running 5 Remove the dipstick wiping it clean with a clean dry lint free rag If necessary refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick 6 Install the dipstick making sure i
6. Press the DO control to activate and deactivate Dolby noise reduction The Dolby noise reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Labratories Licensing Corporation 69 Controls and features Compression adjust Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a EET more consistent listening level gt Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust Shuffle feature The shuffle feature operates in CD mode and plays all tracks on the gt current disc in random order If equipped with the CD changer the shuffle feature continues to the next disc after all tracks on the current disc are played Press the SHUFFLE control to start this feature Random order play will continue until the SHUFFLE control is pressed again Setting the clock Press the clock RDS control until SELECT HOUR is displayed and press e lt q to decrease hours and e gt to increase hours 70 Controls and features To set the minute press the clock RDS control until SELECT MIN is displayed and press E to decrease minutes and gt to increase minutes Radio Data System RDS feature This feature allows your audio system to receive text information from RDS equipped FM radio stations Press and hold the control for three seconds to turn the feature on or
7. Controls and features CD changer if equipped The CD changer is located in one of the following locations e in the trunk e in the center console e under the driver s seat 1 Slide the door to access the CD changer magazine 2 Press 4 to eject the magazine 3 Turn the magazine A over 4 Using the disc holder release knob C pull the disc holder B out of the magazine 77 Controls and features If you pull too hard on the disc holder the disc holder may come completely out of the magazine If this happens reinsert the disc holder back into the magazine while pressing on the lever A 5 Line up the CD with the groove of the disc holder Ensure that the label on the CD faces downwards 6 Press in on the disc holder until it locks securely into the magazine If the disc holders are not fully locked into the magazine the unit will not operate Ensure that the disc holder is evenly inserted and at the same level as the magazine A The unit will not operate if the disc holder is not inserted at the same level B Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs in the changer The magazine may be stored in the glove box when not being used 78 Controls and features The CD magazine may be inserted or ejected with the radio power off ONLY use the magazine supplied with the CD changer other types will damage the unit Keep the CD changer door closed Coins and foreign objects
8. Some manufacturers make safety seats that include a tether strap that goes over the back of the vehicle seat and attaches to an anchoring point Other manufacturers offer the tether strap as an accessory Contact the manufacturer of your child safety seat for information about ordering a tether strap Tether anchorage hardware A tethered seat can be installed in the front seat Put the tether strap over the seatback and attach it to an anchor bracket An anchor bracket can be installed on the rear edge of the front seat cushion 148 Seating and safety restraints The provision attaching hole is provided in the rear edge of the front passenger seat cushion frame The anchorbracket must be installed using the instructions provided with the kit Tether anchorage hardware kits part number 613D74 including instructions may be obtained at no charge from any Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Tighten the anchor according to specifications Otherwise the safety seat may not be properly secured and the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision 149 Starting PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system This system meets all Canadian Interference Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise When starting a fuel injected engine avoid pressing the accelerator before or during starting Only use the accelerator
9. Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse Mini Standard Maxi a Fuse Link Rating Fuses Fuses Fuses Fuses Cartridge a cy coy dO sa Violet voe a ew Pink o a Tan Tan 75 Brown Brown _ oa Red Red Cal Blue Blue _ asa Natural Natural 40A Orange Green Green soa Red Red Red soa Blue Yellow 70a tn Brown Peon Natural Black 192 Roadside emergencies Passenger compartment fuse panel a The fuse panel is located on the left hand side of the instrument panel facing the driver s side door Pull the panel cover outward to access the fuses To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover ge ETEA a Ls ILe JL7 ILe cepin ae Lis Lia Les Lre 7 e Le J 20 La Le Le Lea J Le L26_ L27_ 2 29 Cs Ls Ls Fl E 193 Roadside emergencies The fuses are coded as follows Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse 1 7 5A Power Mirror Switch Power pT ate emo Seat 2 7 5A Blower Motor Relay Air Bag Left Stop Turn Trailer Tow a a PAT OA Left Headlamp pA Data Link Connector PLO eer HATO a ee Connector 8 10a Right Headlamp Foglamp Relay Pp 75A Brake Pedal Position Switch 10 7 5A Speed Control Amplifier Assembly Generic electro
10. This vehicle is equipped with a brake shift interlock feature that prevents the gearshift lever from being moved from P Park when the ignition is in the ON position unless brake pedal is depressed If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P Park with ignition in the ON position and the brake pedal depressed 1 Apply the parking brake turn ignition key to LOCK then remove the key 159 Driving 2 Insert the key and turn it to OFF Apply the brake pedal and shift to N Neutral 3 Start the vehicle If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift lever it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle s brakelamps are not operating properly Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside emergencies chapter Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting between forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts in a steady pattern Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle If the parking brake is
11. Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles Make sure your trailer lamps conform to local and Federal regulations See your dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps Never connect any trailer lighting to the vehicle s taillamp circuits because it may damage the electrical system resulting in fire Contact your local Ford dealership for assistance in proper trailer tow wiring installation Additional electrical equipment may be required Using a step bumper The rear bumper is equipped with an integral hitch and requires only a ball with a 19 mm 8 4 inch shank diameter The bumper has a 1 590 kg 3 500 lb trailer weight and 159 kg 850 lb tongue weight capability Use a frame mounted weight distributing hitch for trailers over 1 590 kg 3 500 1b 185 Driving Driving while you tow When towing a trailer e Ensure that you turn off your speed control The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long steep grades e Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer e Use a lower gear when towing up or down steep hills This will eliminate excessive downshifting and upshifting for optimum fuel economy and transmission cooling e Anticipate stops and brake gradually Exceeding the GCWR rating may cause internal transmission damage and void your warranty coverage Servicing after towing If you tow a trail
12. 4 ON all electrical circuits operational Warning lights illuminated Key position when driving 5 START cranks the engine Release the key as soon as the engine starts SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED To turn speed control on e Press ON Vehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is traveling at or above 48 km h 80 mph ON Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved Do not shift the gearshift lever into N Neutral with the speed control on To turn speed control off e Press OFF or e Turn off the vehicle ignition OFF Once speed control is switched off the previously programmed set speed will be erased 82 Controls and features To set a speed e Press SET SET ACC SET ACCEL For speed control to operate the speed control must be ON and the vehicle speed must be greater than 48 km h 80 mph If you drive up or down a steep hill your vehicle speed may vary momentarily slower or faster than the set speed This is normal Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it increases above the set speed on a downhill If your vehicle speed is faster than the set speed while driving on a downhill you may want to shift to the next lower gear or apply the brakes to reduce your vehicle speed If your vehicle slows down more than 16 km h 10 mph below your set speed on an uphill your speed control will disengage T
13. Check Engine light charging system warning light or the temperature warning light fluid leaks strange odors smoke or loss of engine power could indicate that the emission control system is not working properly Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine By law vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures repairs services sells leases trades vehicles or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working Information about your vehicle s emission system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the engine This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up specifications 252 Maintenance and care Please consult your Warranty Guide for complete emission warranty information Readiness for Inspection Maintenance I M testing In some localities it may be a legal requirement to pass an I M test of the on board diagnostics system If your Check Engine Service Engine Soon light is on refer to the description in the Warning Lights and Chimes section of the Instrumentation chapter Your vehicle may not pass the I M test with the Check Engine Service Engine Soon light on If the vehicle s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced the on board diagno
14. anti theft system 116 117 Servicing your vehicle 212 SMOWPIOWING cccccceeceeeeeseeeeeeeees 3 Spark plugs specifications 266 272 Special Notice ccccceeseeeeeenees 3 ambulance conversions 3 utility type vehicles 3 Specification chart lubricants 2 0 2 269 272 Speed Control cccceeceseeeeeees 82 Speedometer ccccccceccssseeeeees 14 Starting your vehicle 150 152 Jump starting oe 204 Steering wheel COMNMTOIS cc2cdecy asasshesshacecncencnceteres 89 CIUNE asiana e decane cea 87 T TaChOMeter ss 0 ss sesszssesieisecssaseseets 15 TILES Asseesusalisanetestiseesns 199 239 241 Changing sg isscissessseissiervesds 199 200 checking the pressure 241 TEPIACING seriernes ieren 242 rotating ssscesetssaetess coneescustesscneess 241 snow tires and chains 243 Hre SPADES sopera 240 tread Wear weseccvsfeiuesdecveesssuvteacesn 240 TOWNE sirosis riait 179 241 recreational towing 5 187 trailer towing eisein 179 wrecker ossoonssosssossosensssersssseeesso 211 Traction lok rear axle 176 Transfer case fluid checking eeeee 235 Index TYANSMISSION sprisssasspiorcsntnras 159 fluid checking and adding automatic 2 229 231 fluid checking and adding MANUAL cscecsseivesstsaledsdiserecseds 234 fluid refill capacities 266 lubricant specifications 269
15. Dearborn Michigan 48121 280 Customer assistance UTILIZING THE MEDIATION ARBITRATION PROGRAM CANADA ONLY In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford and the dealer to resolve a factory related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP The CAMVAP program is a straight forward and relatively speedy alternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce a settlement have failed This procedure is without cost to you and is designed to eliminate the need for lengthy and expensive legal proceedings In the CAMVAP program impartial third party arbitrators conduct hearings at mutually convenient times and places in an informal environment These impartial arbitrators review the positions of the parties make decisions and when appropriate render awards to resolve disputes CAMVAP decisions are fast fair and final the arbitrator s award is binding both to you and Ford of Canada CAMVAP services are available in all territories and provinces except Quebec For more information without charge or obligation call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1 800 207 0685 GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U S AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign country contact the appropriate foreign embassy or consulate Thes
16. Once through water always try the brakes Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes Drying can be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal After driving through mud clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts halfshafts and tires Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage drive components If the transmission transfer case or front axle are submerged in water their fluids should be checked and changed if necessary Water intrusion into the transmission may damage the transmission If the rear axle is submerged in water the rear axle lubricant should be checked and changed if necessary The rear axle is filled with a synthetic lubricant and does not normally require a lubricant change for the life of the vehicle Rear axle lubricant quantities should not need to be checked unless a leak is suspected Driving on hilly or sloping terrain When driving on a hill avoid driving crosswise or turning on steep slopes You could lose traction and slip sideways Drive straight up straight down or avoid the hill completely Know the conditions on the other side of a hill before driving over the crest When climbing a steep hill start in a lower gear rather than downshifting to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started This reduces strain on the engine and the possibility of stalling When descending
17. Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the CD The CD scans in a forward direction wrapping back to the first track at the end of the CD To stop on a particular selection press the control again Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations six in FM1 and six in FM2 Setting memory preset stations 1 Select the frequency band with the AM FM select control 2 Select a station Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station 3 Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected Autoset memory preset Autoset allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations This feature is helpful on trips when you travel between cities with different radio stations 52 Controls and features Starting autoset memory preset 1 Select a frequency using the AM FM select controls 2 Press the AUTO control 3 When the first six strong stations are filled the station stored in memory preset control 1 will start playing If there are less than six strong stations available on the frequency band the remaining memory preset controls will all store the last strong station available These statio
18. Seek medical attention immediately 1 Clean the reservoir cap before removal to prevent dirt and water from entering the reservoir 2 Remove cap and rubber diaphragm from reservoir 3 Add fluid until the level reaches the step in the reservoir 4 Reinstall rubber diaphragm and cap onto reservoir 222 Maintenance and care WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID lt gt Checking and adding washer fluid Check the washer fluid whenever you stop for fuel The reservoir is highlighted with a yy symbol If the level is low add enough fluid to fill the reservoir In very cold weather do not fill the reservoir all the way Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specifications Refer to Lubricant specifications in the Capacities and specifications chapter State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the use of methanol a common windshield washer antifreeze additive Washer fluids containing non methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades or washer system Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate Washer fluid for the liftgate is supplied by the same reservoir as the windshield ENGINE COOLANT E Checking engine coolant Your engine
19. The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is not securely installed REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key The remote entry features only operate with the ignition in the LOCK position If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle ensure ALL key fobs remote entry transmitters are brought to the dealership to aid in troubleshooting 107 Controls and features Unlocking the doors f Press this control to unlock the driver s door The interior lamps will illuminate Press the control a second time within five seconds to unlock all doors Locking the doors amp Press this control to lock all doors To confirm all doors are closed and locked press the control a second time within five seconds The doors will lock again the horn will chirp and the lamps will flash If any of the doors are ajar the horn will make two quick chirps reminding you to properly close all doors Sounding a panic alarm a Press this control to activate the alarm To deactivate the alarm press the control again or turn the ignition to ACC or ON This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 This device may not cause harmful interference and 2 This device must accept any interference rec
20. anti lock brakes ABS 10 156 aAA E a cecoe cae E A 11 Pra anne ner eee eee 10 charging System ssirorisssicscs 11 Check coolant sxasmirersenisa 11 Check engiNhe seen 8 cruise indicator sssroseniris 13 LOOT AIAN ccvesscashaceccscestoatoncesaacd 12 Tuleh cap LIGHT sccsderancssancesededsaaceances 9 high Dean secascacresucceeseecasers depcteee 11 overdrive Off sisssiriiisinsiiiiarss 12 Safety belt oo cceescceesseeeeees 10 speed control cceeeceeeeeees 86 turn signal indicator 11 LOad MitS sisscisssssccessaciesessseesects 176 GAWR soaren nE 176 GVWR rieren R E T 176 trailer tOWIN sirrererinenirss 176 Loading instructions 178 Locks PULOLOCK erasoen evens 114 CHILAPOOL sirrane 102 Lubricant specifications 269 272 Lumbar support seats 122 123 M Manual transmission 06 166 fluid capacities 0 0 266 292 lubricant specifications 272 TEVGESO koesen nre ner anA 168 Message center nsise 17 english metric button 17 reset button oo eee eeeeeeees 18 system check button 0 19 Mirrors automatic dimming rearview MAUITOL ee eee eee 100 CLEATS sieren ar 265 fold AWAY enterese e 103 heated eienen a 103 side view mirrors power 102 Moo TOOP rearset omues 91 Motorcraft parts 00 248 266 0 Octane TANE seeriates 246 OdOMEUER orarin 15 Off Road Driving n ssisisssris 174 Oil see Engine oil 0 217 P Pani
21. even when an air bag SRS is provided Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 cm 10 inches between an occupant s chest and the driver air bag module Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying air bag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the air bag e Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably e Recline the seat slightly one or two degrees from the upright position 136 Seating and safety restraints Do not put anything on or over the air bag module Placing objects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causing serious injury Do not attempt to service repair or modify the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Children and air bags For additional important safety information read all information on safety restraints in this guide Children must always be properly restrained Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position Failure to follow these instructions may
22. on any wheel s e high crown in center of road e high crosswinds e wheels out of alignment e loose or worn components in steering linkage AIR SUSPENSION SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The load leveling feature of the air suspension automatically keeps the vehicle at a constant level if a load is added or removed from the vehicle This system maintains the vehicle height at a constant level by automatically adding air or releasing air from the springs to offset changes in vehicle loads When ever a door is opened including the liftgate the system memorizes and maintains the height of the vehicle until all doors are closed It is normal to hear a buzz or clicking from the air compressor on the vehicle when the ignition is turned off The system stays energized for 40 minutes after the ignition is turned off to compensate for any load changes made after the vehicle is parked The air suspension shut off switch is located in the cargo area behind the left rear quarter trim panel On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking hoisting or towing your vehicle Normal vehicle operation does not require any action by the driver PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles 158 Driving In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt Your
23. system s bass output BASS ag Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you N to increase or decrease the audio A system s treble output TREB 45 Controls and features Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be N adjusted between the right and left A speakers BAL Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers CD select e To begin CD play if CD s are loaded press the CD control The first track of the disc will begin playing After that CD play will begin where it stopped last Do not insert any promotional odd shaped or sized discs or discs with removable labels into the CD player as jamming may occur Rewind The rewind control works in CD mode To rewind in CD mode press the CD CD control preset 1 Press the control again to deactivate rewind mode 46 Controls and features Fast forward The fast forward control works in CD mode To fast forward in CD changer CD bP mode press the CD control preset 7 2 Press the control again to deactivate fast forward mode Eject function Press the control to stop and eject a cb Compression feature Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a COMP more consistent listening level Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust Shuffle feature if equipped with CD changer The shuffle feature operates in
24. to free it Oey from the bulb socket and slide the ring off the plastic base Keep the Cf ring to retain the new bulb e 4 Remove the old bulb from the lamp assembly by gently pulling it f straight back out of the lamp assembly To install the new bulb Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children s reach Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated 254 Maintenance and care If the bulb is accidentally touched it should be cleaned with rubbing alcohol before being used 1 With the flat side of the new bulb s plastic base facing upward insert the glass end of the bulb into the lamp assembly You may need to turn the bulb left or right to align the grooves in the plastic base with the tabs in the lamp assembly When the grooves are aligned push the bulb into the lamp assembly until the plastic base contacts the rear of the lamp assembly 2 Install the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base until it contacts the rear of the socket by rotating clockwise until you feel a stop 3 Install the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base until it snaps locking it into position 4 Turn the headlamps on and make sure they work properly If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb you should not need to align it again Re
25. 0 remains illuminated when the BRAKE ignition is turned ON until the parking brake is released Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park automatic transmission or in 1 First manual transmission The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle However if the normal brakes fail the parking brake can be used to stop your vehicle in an emergency Since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes the vehicle s stopping distance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected Pull the release lever to release the PEAKE PENE brake Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy STEERING Your vehicle is equipped with power steering Power steering uses energy from the engine to help steer the vehicle To prevent damage to the power steering pump e Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme left for more than a few seconds when the engine is running e Do not operate the vehicle with a low power steering pump fluid level below the MIN mark on the reservoir If the power steering system breaks down or if the engine is turned off you can steer the vehicle manually but it takes more effort If the steering wanders or pulls the condition could be caused by any of the following 157 Driving e underinflated tire s
26. 056 0 052 0 056 0 052 0 056 inch inch inch EDIS EDIS EDIS Compression 9 0 1 9 7 1 9 15 1 ratio VEHICLE DIMENSIONS 2 Door 4x2 XL Model 2 Door 4x4 Sport e e e a 3 Maximum 1 704 67 1 1 779 70 0 height 4 Wheelbase 2 585 101 8 2 585 101 8 5 Front track 1 486 58 5 1 486 58 5 5 Rear track 1 487 58 5 1 487 58 5 Height includes roof rack 4 Door 4x2 XL Model 4 Door 4x4 XLT Pimensions im np Soget mm Cin 8 Maximum 1 719 67 7 1 793 70 6 height 4 Wheelbase 2 835 111 6 2 835 111 6 5 Front track 1 486 58 5 1 486 58 5 5 Rear track 1 487 58 5 1 487 58 5 272 Capacities and specifications Height includes roof rack 273 Capacities and specifications IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Certification label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Certification Label may be located The Certification Label is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver s side Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side instrument panel Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number Engine number MFD BY FORD MOTOR CO IN U S A DATE XXXXX GVWR
27. 150 F 170 F on a level surface The normal operating temperature can be reached after approximately 30 km 20 miles of driving However you can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperatures are above 10 C 50 F If fluid is added at this time an overfill condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating temperature The transmission fluid should be in this range if at normal operating temperature 66 C 77 C 150 F 170 F 230 Maintenance and care High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range zenamagen may result in transmission failure So An overfill condition of transmission t fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid make sure the correct type is used The type of fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the Lubricant specifications section in the Capacities and specifications chapter Use of a non approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transmission component damage If necessary add fluid in 250 mL 1 2 pint increments through the filler tube until the level is correct If an overfill occurs excess fluid should be removed by a qualified technician An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage
28. ADD 10 PRIIS lt FULL d SRRFRKKRSVR NYE MIN RRC Max 8 e 5 0L V8 engine 218 Maintenance and care 6 Wipe the indicator clean Insert the indicator fully then remove it again e If the oil level is between the ADD and FULL marks or between the MIN and MAX marks depending on application the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL If the oil level is below the ADD mark or MIN mark add enough oil to raise the level within the ADD FULL range or MIN MAX range Oil levels above the letter F in FULL or the MAX mark may cause engine damage Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician 7 Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated Adding engine oil 1 Check the engine oil For instructions refer to Checking the engine ow in this chapter 2 If the engine oil level is not within the normal range add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening 3 Recheck the engine oil level Make sure the oil level is not above the MAX mark or the letter F in FULL on the engine oil level indicator dipstick 4 Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated 5 Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise until three clicks can be heard To avoid possible oil loss DO NOT operate the vehicle with the engine oil level
29. C the air conditioning will operate at a full cool temperature Therefore the temperature control becomes non functional e A C Uses outside air to cool the vehicle It is quieter than MAX A C but not as economical Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers pe Panel Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers However the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode e OFF Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate For short periods of time only use this mode to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle 23 Controls and features 7 Panel and floor Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode For added customer comfort when the temperature control knob is anywhere in between the full hot and full cold positions the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the instrument panel registers sf Floor Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside air through the floor ducts However the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode A Floor and defrost Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provide
30. CD SHUFFLE changer mode only and plays all tracks on the current disc in random order The shuffle feature continues to the next disc after all tracks are played Press the SHUFFLE control to start this feature Random order play will continue until the SHUFFLE control is pressed again Setting the clock Press CLK to toggle between listening frequencies and clock mode while in radio mode To set the hour press and hold the CLK control and press the SEEK control 47 Controls and features A to decrease hours and gt to increase hours To set the minute press and hold the CLK control and press the TUNE control E to decrease minutes and e gt to increase minutes lt an gt scan BASS Gass TReB eass mee Ca so gt Gu Fane en Fane ea 48 Controls and features Volume power control Press the control to turn the audio p system on or off VOL PUSH ON Audio power can also be turned on by pressing the AM FM select control or the tape CD select control Audio power is turned off by using the volume power control Turn control to raise or lower VOL PUSH ON volume a hs 7 y v If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on AM FM select The AM FM select control
31. Driving Sand When driving over sand try to keep all four wheels on the most solid area of the trail Do not reduce the tire pressures but shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels Mud and water If you must drive through high water drive slowly Traction or brake capability may be limited When driving through water determine the depth avoid water higher than the bottom of the hubs if possible and proceed slowly If the ignition system gets wet the vehicle may stall Once through water always try the brakes Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes Drying can be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal After driving through mud clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts and tires Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage drive components If the transmission transfer case or front axle are submerged in water their fluids should be checked and changed if necessary Water intrusion into the transmission may damage the transmission If the rear axle is submerged in water the rear axle lubricant should be checked and changed if necessary The rear axle is filled with a synthetic lubricant and does not normally require a lubricant change for the life of the vehicle Rear axle lubricant quantities should not need to be ch
32. Filter Jack Asx p gt i ir Y be Q Instrumentation Instrument cluster pg 8 Speed controls pg 82 Instrument panel dimmer switch Gearshift lever pg 159 Headlamp control pg 21 Tilt steering wheel lever pg 87 Driver air bag pg 135 Reverse sensing Parking brake release ee pg 156 Turn signal and pg 33 wiper washer control Hood release pg 87 pg 213 if equipped Instrumentation Electronic sound system pg 35 4wd control Rear window washer pg 168 control pg 88 Rear window defroster control pg 33 a ae 1 U i a SD i T l Fog lamp control pg 21 Climate controls pg 22 Instrumentation WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES 2 jao G 000000 e g CHECK ENGINE lt FUEL DOOR km h 120 Check engine Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine s CHECK emission control system This G system is commonly known as the ENGINE On Board Diagnostics System OBD ID This OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards The OBD H system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your vehicle The Check Engine indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turn
33. Ford Motor Company Worldwide Direct Market Operations FORD CAR CARE PRODUCTS FOR YOUR VEHICLE Ford has many quality products available from your dealer to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle Each product is made from high quality materials and that meet or exceed Ford s rigid specifications For best results use the following or products of equivalent quality Ford Custom Clearcoat Polish Ford Custom Silicone Gloss Polish Ford Custom Vinyl Protectant not available in Canada Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner Canada only Ford Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner not available in Canada Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner Canada only Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover not available in Canada Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner Canada only Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner not available in Canada 282 Customer assistance Ford Metal Surface Cleaner Ford Multi Purpose Cleaner Motorcraft Car Wash Concentrate Motorcraft Carlite Glass Cleaner Ford Spot and Stain Remover Ford Super Premium Tire and Trim Dressing Ford Triple Clean Ford Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner not available in Canada May be sold with the Motorcraft name FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Ford accessories are available for your vehicl
34. To remove the floor mat reverse the installation procedure REAR LIFTGATE The liftgate area is only intended for cargo not passengers You can open and close the liftgate from outside the vehicle It cannot be opened from inside the cargo area e To open the liftgate window Cy unlock the liftgate with the key or power door locks and push the key lock cylinder 2 To open the liftgate unlock the ee liftgate and pull up on the handle under the license plate lamp shield To lock the liftgate and the liftgate window use the key or the power door locks depress the key lock cylinder or press the door lock switch on the left side of the cargo area 105 Controls and features The liftgate door and window should be closed before driving your vehicle If not possible damage may occur to the liftgate door lift cylinders and attaching hardware Make sure that the liftgate door and or window are closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle This will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling out If you must drive with the liftgate door or window open keep the vents open so outside air comes into the vehicle CARGO COVER IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with a cargo area shade that covers the luggage compartment of your vehicle To install the shade 1 Fasten the cover into the mounting brackets make sure the cover is right side up 2 Pull the e
35. Volume power control Press the control to turn the audio VOL PUSH ON system on or off C 42 Controls and features Turn the control to raise or lower K DN volume VOL PUSH ON If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on AM FM select The AM FM select control works in radio and CD modes AM FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands Press the control to switch between AM FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations AM FM select in CD mode Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play Tune adjust The tune control works in radio and CD changer mode if equipped Tune adjust in radio mode e Press A to move to the next frequency down the band lt q SEEK p whether or not a listenable Ga a station is located there Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly e Press P to move to the next frequency up the band whether or not a listenable station is located there Hold for quick movement 43 Controls and features Tune adjust for CD changer if equipped e Press lt q to select the previous disc in the CD changer Play will begin on the first track of the disc unless the CD changer is in shuffle mode Refer to Shuffle feature for more information Hold the control to continue rev
36. XXXXX LB XXXXX KG FGAWR XXXXXX XXXXXXX RGAWR XXXXXXX XXXXXXX THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE VIN XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX TYPE XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX MAXIMUM LOAD OCCUPANTS LUGGAGE XXXKG XXXXLB OCCUPANTS X TOTAL X FR X 2ND X RR OCCUPANTS LUGGAGE XX XXXKG XXXXLB TIRE XXXX XXXXX XXX X XXXKG XXXXLB PRESSURE FR XXX kPa 33 PSI COLD PRESSURE RR XXX kPa 33 PSI COLD TRAILER TOWING SEE OWNER GUIDE EXT PNT XXXXXX XXXXXX_ RC XX DSO XXXX_ F0000 BARTINTTR TP PS TR AXLE TR SPR T0000 X XX XXX X XX X XXXX UTC VFOHT 15294A10 GA XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX J The engine number the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number is stamped on the engine block transmission frame and transfer case if equipped 274 Customer assistance Ford Extended Service Plan You can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan Ford ESP coverage Ford ESP is an optional service contract which is backed by Ford Motor Company or Ford Motor Service Company in the U S and Ford of Canada in Canada It provides the following e benefits during the warranty period depending on the plan you purchase such as reimbursement for rentals coverage for certain maintenance and wear items e protection against repair costs after your Bumper to Bumper Warranty expi
37. a steep hill avoid sudden braking Shift to a lower gear when added engine braking is desired When speed control is on and you are driving uphill your vehicle speed may drop considerably especially if you are carrying a heavy load If vehicle speed drops more than 16 km h 10 mph the speed control will cancel automatically Resume speed with accelerator pedal If speed control cancels after climbing the hill reset speed by pressing and holding the SET ACCEL button to resume speeds over 50 km h 30 mph 175 Driving Automatic transmissions may shift frequently while driving up steep grades Eliminate frequent shifting by shifting out of Overdrive into D Drive Driving on snow and ice An AWD vehicle has advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice but can skid like any other vehicle Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction on snow and ice Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from a full stop When braking apply the brakes as you normally would In order to allow the anti lock brake system ABS to operate properly keep steady pressure on the brake pedal Allow more stopping distance and drive slower than usual Consider using one of the lower gears TRACTION LOK AXLE IF EQUIPPED This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces particularly when one wheel is on a poor traction surface Under normal conditions the Traction Lok axle functions like a stand
38. activate when the vehicle sustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates air bag inflation The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation Side air bags are designed to inflate in side impact collisions not roll over rear impact frontal or near frontal collisions unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration 141 Seating and safety restraints Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation If the side air bag has deployed the air bag will not function again The side air bag system including the seat must be inspected and serviced by a qualified technician in accordance with the vehicle service manual If the air bag is not replaced the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Air bag readiness section in the Instrumentation chapter Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following e The readiness light same light as for front air bag system will either flash or stay lit e The readine
39. address provided on the application form Some states will require you to use certified mail with return receipt requested Your application is reviewed and if it is determined to be eligible you will receive an acknowledgment indicating e the file number assigned to your application e the toll free phone number of the DSB s independent administrator Your dealership and a Ford Motor Company representative will then be asked to submit statements To properly review your case the Board needs the following information e legible copies of all documents and maintenance or repair orders relevant to the case e the year make model and Vehicle Identification Number VIN listed on your vehicle ownership license e the date of repair s and mileage at the time of occurrence s e the current mileage e the name of the dealer s who sold or serviced the vehicle e a brief description of your unresolved concern e a brief summary of the action taken by the dealer s and Ford Motor Company e the names if known of all the people you contacted at the dealership s a description of the action you expect to resolve your concern 279 Customer assistance You will receive a letter of explanation if your application does not qualify for Board review Oral presentations If you would like to make an oral presentation indicate YES to question 6 on the application While it is your right to make an oral presentation before the B
40. and set the parking brake fully Recommended shift speeds Upshifts when accelerating Shift from 1 2 2 3 3 4 75 Overdrive Shift from AUTO or HIGH LOW l 7 5 Overdrive 167 Driving Maximum downshift speeds Shift from Transfer case position if equipped AUTO or HIGH 88 km h 55 mph P4372 kwh 45 mph P8256 kwh 35 mph 4 3 3 2 32 km h 20 mph 11 km h 7 mph Reverse Ensure that the vehicle is at a complete stop before shifting into R Reverse Failure to do so may damage the transmission Put the gearshift lever into N and wait at least several seconds before shifting into R You can shift into R Reverse only by moving the gearshift lever from left of 3 Third and 4 Fourth gears before you shift into R Reverse This is a special lockout feature that protects you from accidentally shifting into R Reverse when you downshift from 5 Overdrive FOUR WHEEL DRIVE 4WD OPERATION IF EQUIPPED J For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehicle see Preparing to drive your vehicle in this chapter If equipped with the Electronic Shift 4WD System and the instrument panel control is moved to 4WD Low while the vehicle is moving the system will not engage and no damage will occur to the 4WD system 4WD High and 4x4 Low operation is not recommended on dry pavement Doing so could result in difficult disengagement of the transfer case increased tire wear and
41. box in the lower left corner of the window sticker These numbers represent the Range of L 100 km MPG expected on the vehicle under optimum conditions Your fuel economy may vary depending upon the method of operation and conditions 251 Maintenance and care EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards To make sure that the catalytic converter and other emission control components continue to work properly e Use only the specified fuel listed e Avoid running out of fuel e Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving especially at high speeds e Have the items listed in your scheduled maintenance guide performed according to the specified schedule The scheduled maintenance items listed in the scheduled maintenance guide are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system If other than Ford Motorcraft or Ford authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control such non Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire Illumination of the
42. contain benzene which is a cancer causing agent Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel e Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before fueling your vehicle e Always turn off the vehicle before fueling e Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or permanent injury If fuel is swallowed call a physician immediately even if no symptoms are immediately apparent The toxic effects of fuel may not be visible for hours 244 Maintenance and care Avoid inhaling fuel vapors Inhaling too much fuel vapor of any kind can lead to eye and respiratory tract irritation In severe cases excessive or prolonged breathing of fuel vapor can cause serious illness and permanent injury Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes If fuel is splashed in the eyes remove contact lenses if worn flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention Failure to seek proper medical attention could lead to permanent injury Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin and or clothing promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation Be particularly careful if you are taking Antabuse or other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism Breathing g
43. deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the end of the gearshift lever light TCIL will illuminate on the instrument cluster O F F 164 Driving Drive Not shown on the display Activate by pressing the transmission control switch on the end of the gearshift lever with the gearshift in the Overdrive position The TCIL will illuminate on the instrument cluster Transmission operates in gears one_through four Drive O D OFF provides more engine braking than Overdrive and is useful whenever driving conditions i e city traffic hilly terrain etc cause the transmission to excessively shift between Overdrive and other gears Deactivate Overdrive when e driving with a heavy load e towing a trailer up or down steep hills e additional engine braking is desired If towing a trailer refer to Driving while you tow in the Trailer Towing chapter To return to Overdrive mode press the transmission control switch The TCIL will no longer be illuminated Each time the vehicle is started the transmission will automatically return to normal Overdrive mode 2 Second Use 2 Second to start up on slippery roads or to provide P RN D a 1 1 First Use 1 First to provide maximum a ROP S downgrades Upshifts can be made ae ee i by shifting to 2 Second or to higher speeds causes the transmission to shift to a lower gear and will shift to 1 First after the
44. door The side air bag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback Do not attempt to service repair or modify the air bag Supplemental Restraint System its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an air bag See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided 140 Seating and safety restraints How does the side air bag system work The side air bag system consists of the following e An inflatable nylon bag air bag with a gas generator concealed behind the outboard bolster of the driver and front passenger seatbacks e A special seat cover designed to allow airbag deployment e The same warning light electronic control and diagnostic unit as used for the front air bags e Two crash sensors located on the B pillar Side air bags in combination with seat belts can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision The side air bags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of the front seats In certain lateral collisions the air bag on the side affected by the collision will be inflated even if the respective seat is not occupied The air bag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection provided occupants in side impact collisions The air bag SRS is designed to
45. driver You must gather information as accurately and consistently as possible Fuel expense frequency of fillups or fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy We do not recommend taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1 600 km 1 000 miles of driving engine break in period You will get a more accurate measurement after 3 000 km 5 000 km 2 000 miles 3 000 miles 248 Maintenance and care Filling the tank The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in the Refill Capacities section of the Capacities and specifications chapter The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and the empty reserve combined Indicated capacity is the difference in the amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates empty Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and should not be relied upon to increase driving range When refueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty you might not be able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank For consistent results when filling the fuel tank e Turn the engine ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling an error in the reading will resu
46. durability of the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation to its optimum shift feel If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery is reconnected e Always dispose of automotive ieee R batteries in a responsible manner s S Follow your local authorized L A standards for disposal Call your t local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries RECYCLE WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES Check the wiper blades at least twice a year or when they seem less effective Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades Checking the wiper blades If the wiper blades do not wipe properly clean both the windshield and wiper blades using undiluted windshield wiper solution or a mild detergent Rinse thoroughly with clean water To avoid damaging the blades do not use fuel kerosene paint thinner or other solvents 238 Maintenance and care Changing the wiper blades To replace the wiper blades 1 Pull the wiper arm away from the windshield and lock into the service O position 2 Turn the blade at an angle from 2 SSF the wiper arm Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the arm 3 At
47. fuel lines engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery e Engines except 4 0L SOHC 206 Roadside emergencies e 4 0L SOHC 5 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel delivery system parts Jump starting 1 Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed 2 Start the engine of the disabled vehicle 3 Once the disabled vehicle has been started run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface 207 Roadside emergencies e Engines except 4 0L SOHC e 4 0L SOHC 208 Roadside emergencies 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery 3 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 209 Roadside emergencies 4 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minutes
48. if outside air or recirculated air is required Fan speed remains automatic unless the fan speed thumbwheel is turned or the steering wheel fan speed control is pressed When in AUTOMATIC and weather conditions require heat air will be sent to the floor However if the engine is not warm enough to provide heat the fan will be at a low speed and the air will be directed to the windshield In 31 2 minutes or less the fan speed will start to increase and the airflow location will change to the floor area If unusual conditions exist i e window fogging etc the manual override controls allow you to select airflow locations and the fan control allows you to adjust fan speed as necessary 26 Controls and features Temperature selection The display window indicates the amp ae selected temperature function i ae AUTO or one of the override controls and manual control of fan speed if automatic fan speed is not desired To control the temperature select any temperature between 18 C 65 F and 29 C 85 F by pressing the blue cooler or red warmer buttons REAR FAN OFF For continuous maximum cooling push the blue button until 16 C 60 F is shown in the display window The EATC will continue maximum cooling disregarding the displayed temperature until a warmer temperature is selected by pressing the red button For continuous maximum heating push the red button until 32 C 90 F
49. increase their strength volume relative to other stations 80 Controls and features Terrain Hills mountains and tall buildings between your vehicle s antenna and the radio station signal can cause FM reception problems Static can be caused on AM stations by power lines electric fences traffic lights and thunderstorms Moving away from an interfering structure out of its shadow returns your reception to normal e Station overload Weak signals are sometimes captured by stronger signals when you pass a broadcast tower A stronger signal may temporarily overtake a weaker signal and play while the weak station frequency is displayed The audio system automatically switches to single channel reception if it will improve the reception of a station normally received in stereo Audio system warranties and service Refer to the Warranty Guide for audio system warranty information If service is necessary see your dealer or a qualified technician TURN SIGNAL CONTROL 5 e Push down to activate the left turn signal e Push up to activate the right turn signal POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION 1 ACCESSORY allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running 2 LOCK locks the steering wheel automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal 3 OFF shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel 81 Controls and features
50. indicator and or the engine oil filler cap removed 219 Maintenance and care Engine oil and filter recommendations SAE 5W 30 engine oil is recommended Look for this certification trademark Motorcraft SAE 5W 30 4QUART 0 946L Use SAE 5W 30 motor oil certified for gasoline engines by the American Petroleum Institute API Motor oil displaying the API certification trademark will meet all requirements for your vehicle s engine Ford oil specification is WSS M2C153 G Do not use supplemental engine oil additives oil treatments or engine treatments They are unnecessary and could under certain conditions lead to engine damage which is not covered by your warranty Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance guide Ford production and aftermarket Motorcraft oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design specifications start up engine noises or knock may be experienced It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter or another brand meeting Ford specifications for your engine application 220 Maintenance and care BRAKE FLUID C Checking and adding brake fluid Brake fluid should be checked and refilled as needed Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules 1 Clean the reserv
51. is pressed again To aid in defogging and demisting removing condensation on the inside of the windshield in cool weather 1 Select PANEL amp FLOOR 2 Set the temperature control to full heat 3 Select A C 4 Set the fan speed to HI 5 Direct the outer panel vents towards to side windows To increase airflow to the outer panel vents close the central panel vents Operating tips e In humid weather select DEF CHW before driving This will reduce fogging on your windshield After a few minutes select any desired position e To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle don t drive with the climate control system in the OFF position e Don t put objects under the front seat that will interfere with the airflow to the rear seats 30 Controls and features e Remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the bottom of the windshield e If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during hot weather the air conditioner will do a much faster job of cooling if you drive for two or three minutes with the windows open This will force most of the hot stale air out of the vehicle Then operate the air conditioner as you would normally e Do not place objects over the defroster outlets These objects can block airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshield Also avoid placing small objects on top of your instrument panel These objects can fall down into the defros
52. is shown in the display window The EATC will continue maximum heating disregarding the displayed temperature until a cooler temperature is selected by pressing the blue button Temperature conversion Press MAX A C and DEF W at the same time for one second to s oe Ea switch between Fahrenheit and aa monre I Celsius eae Cor Gres GE Gow If your vehicle has an English Metric E M control this control will also change the temperature display 27 Controls and features Fan speed 8 When AUTOMATIC is pressed fan speed is adjusted automatically for Ga existing conditions You can override oo fan speed at any time To control fan speed manually use the thumbwheel or steering wheel control to cancel automatic fan speed operation He e Rotate the thumbwheel up for higher fan speed or down for lower fan speed e Press the steering wheel fan speed control up for higher fan speed or down for lower fan speed The display will show i to amp F indicate manual fan operation J_ auto To return to automatic fan operation press AUTOMATIC Manual override controls The override controls are located at the bottom of the EATC and allow ej C Auto you to determine where airflow is pena or aironi directed To return to full automatic A Ger Gam Gam EA E control press AUTOMATIC i Jes
53. it is frozen in place These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors Fold away mirrors Pull the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space like an automatic car wash CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped witha m variety of console features These include e Utility compartment with cassette compact disc storage e Auxiliary power point e Cupholders e Tissue box holder e Ashcup e Compact disc changer if equipped e Removable utility bag Gif equipped 103 Controls and features Use only soft cups in the cupholder Hard objects can injure you in a collision Auxiliary power point 12V The power point is an additional power source for electrical accessories Rear console features The rear console incorporates the following features e air vents e audio system controls e rear seat climate controls e cupholders 104 Controls and features CENTER ARMREST REAR CUPHOLDER IF EQUIPPED Do not attempt to raise the console armrest when the rear cupholder is in use If you find resistance when raising the armrest make sure the cupholder is fully closed or else damage may occur to the armrest POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Position the floor mat so that the 4 eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock in Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal
54. lamp bulbs 1 Remove two screws and the license plate lamp assembly from the liftgate 2 Pull the bulb out from lamp assembly and push in the new bulb 3 Install the lamp assembly on liftgate with two screws Replacing high mount brake lamp bulbs 1 Remove the two screws and move the lamp assembly away from the re gt liftgate 2 Disconnect the washer hose 3 Remove the bulb holder from the lamp assembly by depressing the snaps 257 Maintenance and care 4 Pull the bulb straight out of the amp socket and push in the new bulb To complete installation follow the removal procedure in reverse order i Q f T jee USING THE RIGHT BULBS Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below Headlamp bulbs must be marked with an authorized D O T for North America and an E for Europe to assure lamp performance light brightness and pattern and safe visibility The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time Number of bulbs Park turn lamps 2 am _ erna en Headlamps 2 9007 Rear stop tail lamps 3157K 3156K lamps 3156K Rear turn sidemarker 2 916 NA amber 899 Cargo lamp fJ o 1 211 2 Interior overhead lamp 912 906 Front door courtesy 168 lamp Map lamps 168 T10 Ashtray
55. number appears The display will flash and then return to normal operation The zone is now updated 93 Controls and features Compass calibration adjustment Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines e Press and hold the MODE control Wy until CAL appears in the display eEcy approximately eight seconds and release e Drive the vehicle slowly less than 5 km h 8 mph in circles until CAL indicator turns off in about 2 3 complete circles HOMELINK UNIVERSAL TRANSCEIVER WITH TRAVELNOTE IF EQUIPPED The HomeLink Universal Transceiver located on the driver s visor provides a convenient way to replace up to three hand held transmitters with a single built in device This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of most current transmitters to operate garage doors entry gates security systems entry door locks and home or office lighting When programming your HomeLink Universal Transceiver to a garage door or gate be sure that people and objects are out of the way to prevent potential harm or damage Do not use the HomeLink Universal Transceiver with any garage door opener that lacks safety stop and reverse features as required by U S federal safety standards this includes any garage door opener model manufactured before April 1 1982 A garage door which cannot detect an object signaling the door to stop and reverse does not meet current U S
56. of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards protecting the environment Indicates a message regarding child safety restraints Refer to Seating AL and safety restraints for more information Indicates that this Owner Guide contains information on this subject Please refer to the Index to locate Lli the appropriate section which will provide you more information WARNINGS Warnings provide information which may reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others your vehicle and its equipment Introduction BREAKING IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no particular breaking in rules for your vehicle During the first 1 600 km 1 000 miles of driving vary speeds frequently This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation SPECIAL NOTICES Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles Before you drive your vehicle please read this Owner s Guide carefully Your vehicle is not a passenger car As with other vehicles of this type failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident Be sure to read Driving off road in the Driving chapter as well
57. off Press the control to scroll through the following selections 71 Controls and features RDS traffic announcement e Press the RDS control until TRAFFIC is displayed Use the SELECT control to select ON or OFF With the feature ON use the SEEK or SCAN control to find a radio station broadcasting a traffic report if it is broadcasting RDS data RDS select program type e Press the RDS control until FIND program type is displayed e Use the SEL control to select the program type With the feature on use the SEEK or AUTOSET or SCAN control to find the desired program type from the following selections 72 Controls and features e Classic e Country e Info e Jazz R amp B e Religious e Rock e Soft e Top 40 RDS show e With the RDS menu enabled press the RDS control until SHOW is displayed Use the SEL control to select TYPE NAME TEXT or NONE When your radio is turned to a RDS station RDS station TYPE station NAME or TEXT message will be displayed along with the frequency Press SEL in order to scroll through the text messages Mute mode Press the control to mute the playing media Press the control again to return to the playing media 73 Controls and features Rear seat controls if equipped The Personal Audio System a feature of the optional Premium AM FM Stereo Cassette Single CD and the MACH Audio System with AM FM Stereo Cassette Single CD allows front a
58. operating properly when checked according to the procedures in Workshop Manual Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions Combination lap and shoulder belts 1 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from until you hear a snap and feel a it latch Make sure the tongue is a securely fastened in the buckle 2 To unfasten push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle A x A 127 Seating and safety restraints The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts The front passenger and rear seat outboard safety belts have two types of locking modes described below Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode allowing free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement For example if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner sharply or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 8 km h 5 mph or more the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers Automatic locking mode In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt When to use
59. or ACC position The dome lamp control Cif equipped must not be set to the OFF position for the illuminated entry system to operate The inside lights will not turn off if e they have been turned on with the dimmer control or e any door is open The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 45 minutes after the ignition has been turned to the OFF position Keyless entry system if equipped With the keyless entry keypad you can Caa 5 6 7 8 8 0 e lock or unlock the vehicle doors without using the key e activate deactivate the autolock feature See also Remote entry system in this chapter for more information Your vehicle has a factory set 5 digit code that operates the keyless entry system You can also program your own 5 digit personal entry code The factory set code is located e on the owner s wallet card in the glove compartment e taped to the computer module e or at your dealer When pressing the controls on the keyless entry keypad press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation 112 Controls and features Programming your own personal entry code 1 Enter the factory set code keypad will illuminate when pressed 2 Press the 1 2 control within five seconds of step 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 3 Enter your personal 5 digit code Enter each digit within five seconds of the previous one Do not set a code that includes five of
60. or CD mode Seek function in radio mode e Press lt to find the next listenable station down the frequency band e Press B gt to find the next listenable station up the 4 4 frequency band lt 4 TUNE gt lt 4 TUNE gt Seek function in tape mode e Press lt q to listen to the previous selection on the tape e Press P to listen to the next selection on the tape 64 Controls and features Seek function for CD changer if equipped e Press lt q to seek to the previous track of the current disc If a selection has been playing for three seconds or more and you press lt Q the CD changer will 4 4 replay that selection from the beginning f e Press Pe to seek forward to the next track of the current disc After the last track has been completed the first track of the current disc will automatically replay lt 4 TUNE gt A Cc 2 m v Scan function The scan function works in radio tape or CD mode Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band Press the control again to stop the scan mode Scan function in tape mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the tape The tape scans in a forward direction At the end of the tape s first side direction automatically reverses to the opposite side of the tape To stop on a particular selection press the control ag
61. press the accelerator pedal all the way to floor and hold Turn the key to START position 4 When the engine starts release the key then release the accelerator pedal gradually as the engine speeds up 5 After idling for a few seconds apply the brake and release the parking brake 152 Starting Using the engine block heater if equipped An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which improves starting warms up the engine faster and allows the heater defroster system to respond quickly Use of an engine block heater is strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach 23 C 10 F or below For best results plug the heater in at least three hours before starting the vehicle Using the heater for longer than three hours will not harm the engine so the heater can be plugged in the night before starting the vehicle To prevent electrical shock do not use your heater with ungrounded electrical systems or two pronged cheater adapters Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and colorless carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect and fix your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes These fumes are harmful and could kill you Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems checked whenever e the vehicle is raised for s
62. s cooling system has been factory filled with a 50 50 mixture of distilled water and Ford G05 Engine Coolant yellow in color per ford specification WSS M97B51 Al 223 Maintenance and care A 50 50 mixture of distilled water and Ford G05 Engine Coolant provides e maximum cooling system efficiency e freeze protection down to 36 C 34 F e boiling protection up to 129 C 265 F e protection against rust and other forms of corrosion e an accurate temperature readout from the engine coolant gauge The engine coolant must be maintained at the correct fluid level and concentration to work properly If the engine coolant fluid level and concentration is not maintained correctly damage to the engine and cooling system may result When the engine is cold check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir e The engine coolant should be at the cold fill level or within the cold fill range as listed on the engine coolant reservoir depending upon application Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for service interval schedules e Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty If the reservoir is low or empty add engine coolant to the reservoir Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter 224 Maintenance and care A
63. seat with the tongue between the child seat and the release button to prevent accidental unbuckling positions if equipped Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether Place seat back in upright position Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to Awtomatic locking mode passenger side front and outboard rear seating strap Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capable of providing a tether anchorage For more information on top tether straps refer to Attaching safety seats with tether straps Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision 145 Seating and safety restraints Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active air bag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back 1 Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible 2 Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together 146 Seating and safety rest
64. shut To close the shade pull it toward the front of the vehicle 91 Controls and features Do not let children play with the moon roof They may seriously hurt themselves Electronic compass temperature display if equipped Outside air temperature The outside temperature display is contained in the overhead console The temperature display can be turned off and on by pressing the MODE control on the overhead console The temperature can be displayed in Centigrade or Fahrenheit by pressing the MODE control If the outside temperature falls below 3 3 C 88 F the display will alternate from ICE to the outside temperature at a two second rate for one minute Compass The compass display is contained in the overhead console The vehicle heading is displayed as one of N NE E SE S SW W and NW The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings bridges power lines and powerful broadcast antenna Magnetic or metallic objects placed in or on the vehicle may also affect compass accuracy Adjustments may need to be made to the zone and calibration of the compass 92 Controls and features Compass zone adjustment 1 Determine which magnetic zone you are in by referring to the zone map 2 Press and hold the MODE control until VAR appears in the display then release The display should show the current zone number Wy 3 Press the MODE control until the TMe desired zone
65. steadily when starting from a full stop When braking apply the brakes as you normally would In order to allow the anti lock brake system ABS to operate properly keep steady pressure on the brake pedal Allow more stopping distance and drive slower than usual Consider using one of the lower gears ALL WHEEL DRIVE AWD SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED 5 0L ENGINES ONLY Your vehicle is equipped with a full time All Wheel Drive AWD transfer case Power is supplied to all four wheels all the time with no need to shift between two wheel drive and four wheel drive For the lubricant specification and refill capacity of the AWD transfer case refer to Capacities and specifications chapter Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles 173 Driving Driving off road with AWD Your vehicle is specially equipped for driving on sand snow mud and rough terrain and has operating characteristics that are somewhat different from conventional vehicles both on and off the road Maintain steering wheel control at all times especially in rough terrain Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering wheel motion make sure you grip the steering wheel from the outside Do not grip the spokes Drive cautiously to av
66. such as cold heat moisture road dust salt or mud If a metal to metal continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is present while braking the brake linings may be worn out and should be inspected by a qualified service technician Anti lock brake system ABS On vehicles equipped with an anti lock braking system ABS a noise from the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the pedal may be observed during ABS braking events Pedal pulsation coupled with noise while braking under panic conditions or on loose gravel bumps wet or snowy roads is normal and indicates proper functioning of the vehicle s anti lock brake system The ABS performs a self check after you start the engine and begin to drive away A brief mechanical noise may be heard during this test This is normal If a malfunction is found the ABS warning light will come on If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking the vehicle should be inspected by a qualified service technician The ABS operates by detecting the onset of wheel lockup during brake applications and compensates for this tendency The wheels are prevented from locking even when the brakes are firmly applied The accompanying illustration depicts the advantage of an ABS equipped vehicle on bottom to a non ABS equipped vehicle on top during hard braking with loss of front braking traction 155 Driving ABS warning lamp s Th
67. the Service Engine Soon Check Engine indicator comes on and stays on after you start the engine the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed Turn off the engine remove the fuel filler cap align the cap properly and reinstall it If you must replace the fuel filler cap replace it with a fuel filler cap that is designed for your vehicle The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used 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 If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision which may result in possible personal injury Fuel Filter For fuel filter replacement see your dealer or a qualified service technician Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you the
68. the CD control The first track of the disc will begin playing After that CD play will begin where it stopped last If equipped with a CD changer press the CD control to toggle between single CD and CD changer play Do not insert any promotional odd shaped or sized discs or discs with removable labels into the CD player as jamming may occur Rewind The rewind control works in tape and CD modes gt e In tape mode radio play will continue until rewind is stopped with the TAPE control or the beginning of the tape is reached 68 Controls and features e In CD mode pressing the REW control for less than three seconds results in slow rewind Pressing the control for more than three seconds results in fast rewind Fast forward The fast forward control works in tape and CD modes e In the tape mode tape direction will automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached e In CD mode pressing the control for less than three seconds results in slow forward action Pressing the control for more than three seconds results in fast forward action Tape direction select Press SIDE 1 2 to play the alternate side of a tape EX Eject function Press the control to stop and eject a Press the control to stop and eject a Dolby noise reduction Dolby noise reduction operates only in tape mode Dolby noise lt reduction reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback
69. the parking brake is set e Make sure the gearshift is in P Park If starting a vehicle with a manual ety transmission 2 e Make sure the parking brake is set e Push the clutch pedal to the floor 3 Turn the key to 4 ON without turning the key to 5 START ar If there is difficulty in turning the 3 key firmly rotate the steering wheel N left and right until the key turns freely This condition may occur 2 when e front wheels are turned e front wheel is against the curb 151 Starting e steering wheel is turned when getting in or out of the vehicle CHECK mx eC lt FUEL DOOR CHECK s FUEL CAP FfF H E Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate briefly If a light fails to iluminate have the vehicle serviced e If the driver s safety belt is fastened the A light may not illuminate STARTING THE ENGINE 1 Turn the key to 5 START without pressing the accelerator pedal and release as soon as the engine starts The key will return to 4 ON 2 If the temperature is above 12 C 10 F and the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try turn the key to OFF wait 10 seconds and try again S x 3 If the temperature is below 12 C 10 F and the engine does not start in 15 seconds on the first try turn the key OFF and wait 10 seconds and try again If the engine does not start in two attempts
70. the right the longer the headlamps a stay on after the ignition is turned gt to the OFF position The autolamp will keep the headlamps on for a maximum of three minutes after the ignition is turned to OFF 99 Controls and features 4 The autolamp automatically turns the lamps on and off The indicator light will illuminate when the headlamps turn on AUTOMATIC DIMMING REAR VIEW MIRROR The autolamp automatic dimming mirror is equipped with an automatic dimming feature This feature will change from the normal state to the non glare active state when bright lights glare reach the mirror When the mirror detects bright light from front or behind it will adjust automatically to minimize glare The mirror will automatically return to the normal position whenever the vehicle is placed in R Reverse when the mirror is in the ON position This helps to ensure a bright clear view in the mirror when backing up POWER WINDOWS IF EQUIPPED Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows e Press the top portion of the l rocker switch to close WG e Press the bottom portion of the rocker switch to open 100 Controls and features One touch down e Press AUTO completely down and release quickly The driver s window will open fully Depress again to stop window operation One touch down can be deactivated during operation by pushing down on the
71. theft indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly have the system serviced by your dealership or a qualified technician Programming spare SecuriLock keys Spare SecuriLock keys can be purchased from your dealership and programmed to your SecuriLock passive anti theft system up to a total of eight keys Your dealership can program your new SecuriLock key s to your vehicle or you can do it yourself using the following simple procedure To program a new SecuriLock key yourself you will need two previously programmed SecuriLock keys keys that already operate your vehicle s engine If two previously programmed SecuriLock keys are not available one or both of your original keys were lost or stolen you must bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the spare SecuriLock key s programmed Procedure to program spare SecuriLock keys to your vehicle New SecuriLock keys must have the correct mechanical key cut for your vehicle Conventional non SecuriLock keys cannot be programmed to your vehicle You will need to have two previously programmed SecuriLock keys and the new unprogrammed SecuriLock key readily accessible for the procedure Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin 1 Insert the first previously programmed SecuriLock key into the ignition and turn the ignition from OFF to ON maintain ignition in ON for at least one second 2 Tu
72. there Hold for quick movement Seek function The seek function control works in radio mode Seek function in radio mode e Press lt Q to find the next listenable station down the frequency band e Press B gt to find the next listenable station up the frequency band Scan function The scan function works in radio mode Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band Press the SCAN control again to stop the scan mode Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations six in FM1 and six in FM2 37 Controls and features Setting memory preset stations 1 Select the frequency band with the AM or the FM select control 2 Select a station Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station 3 Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected OVOG Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you 4 N to increase or decrease the audio A system s bass output BASS as Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you N to increase or decrease the audio A system s treble output 38 Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted bet
73. they do not need to be replaced Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision Refer to Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts in the Maintenance and care section AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM SRS Your vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the air bag and sensor systems In the event of a collision this module may save information related to the collision including information about the air bag system and impact severity This information will assist Ford in the servicing of your vehicle and may help Ford better understand real world collisions and further improve the safety of future vehicles 135 Seating and safety restraints Important supplemental restraint system SRS precautions The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying air bag is greatest close to the trim covering the air bag module All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts
74. transmission 4 Move the 4WD control to the 4WD AUTO or 4WD HIGH position Driving off road with 4WD Your vehicle is specially equipped for driving on sand snow mud and rough terrain and has operating characteristics that are somewhat different from conventional vehicles both on and off the road Maintain steering wheel control at all times especially in rough terrain Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering wheel motion make sure you grip the steering wheel from the outside Do not grip the spokes Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such as rocks and stumps You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving Map out your route before driving in the area For more information on driving off road read the Four Wheeling supplement in your owner s portfolio If your vehicle gets stuck If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting from forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts in a steady pattern Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat Do not spin the wheels at over 56 km h 85 mph The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander 171
75. vehicle has special design and equipment features to make it capable of performing in a wide variety of circumstances These special design features such as larger tires and increased ground clearance give the vehicle a higher center of gravity than a passenger car Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and four 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 more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of vehicle rollover personal injury and death Loaded vehicles with a higher center of gravity may handle differently than unloaded vehicles Extra precautions such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance should be taken when driving a heavily loaded vehicle Your vehicle has the capability to haul more cargo and people than most passenger cars Depending upon the type and placement of the load hauling people and cargo may raise the center of gravity of the vehicle Use extra caution while becoming familiar with your vehicle Know the capabilities and limitations of both you as a driver and your vehicle AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION IF EQUIPPED Brake shift interlock
76. vehicle until it is warmed up approximately 30 km 20 miles If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds in city traffic during hot weather or 229 Maintenance and care pulling a trailer the vehicle should be turned off for about 30 minutes to allow fluid to cool before checking 1 Drive the vehicle 30 km 20 miles or until it reaches normal operating temperature 2 Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake 3 With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear ranges Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage 4 Latch the gearshift lever in P Park and leave the engine running 5 Remove the dipstick wiping it clean with a clean dry lint free rag If necessary refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick 6 Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube 7 Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level The fluid should be in the designated area for normal operating temperature or ambient temperature Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is at the bottom of the dipstick ii E Haa EREET y rS fi and the outside temperatures are above 10 C 50 F Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperatures 66 C 77 C
77. when you have difficulty starting the engine For more information on starting the vehicle refer to Starting the engine in this chapter Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system creating the risk of fire or other damage Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas Exhaust fumes can be toxic Always open the garage door before you start the engine See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes Important safety precautions A computer system controls the engine s idle revolutions per minute RPM When the engine starts the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically have the vehicle checked Before starting the vehicle 1 Make sure all vehicle occupants have buckled their safety belts For more information on safety belts and their proper usage refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter 150 Starting 2 Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission e Make sure
78. will damage the CD player and void your audio system warranty Do not insert any promotional odd shaped or sized discs or discs with removable labels into the CD player as jamming may occur Troubleshooting the CD changer if equipped The laser beam used in the compact disc player is harmful to the eyes Do not attempt to disassemble the case If sound skips e You may be traveling on a rough road playing badly scratched discs or the disc may be dirty Skipping will not scratch the discs or damage the player If your changer does not work it may be that e A disc is already loaded where you want to insert a disc e The disc is inserted with the label surface downward e The disc is dusty or defective e The player s internal temperature is above 60 C 140 F Allow the player to cool down before operating e A disc with format and dimensions not within industry standards is inserted Cleaning compact discs Inspect all discs for contamination before playing If necessary clean discs only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out to the edge Do not use circular motion CD and CD changer care e Handle discs by their edges only Never touch the playing surface e Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time 79 Controls and features e Do not insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine Do not insert any promotional odd shape
79. 272 manual operation 00 166 Trip Odometer cccecesseceeeeees 15 T r Signall ccsscpeushecnesncsasareeenes 11 81 vV Vehicle dimensions 000 06 272 Vehicle Identification Number CVIIND ee a EO 274 Vehicle loading sscnscroriricsis 176 Ventilating your vehicle 154 294 WwW Warning Chimes 1 0 13 Warning lights see Lights 8 Washer fluid ee eeeeeee 223 Water Driving through 179 Windows POWT inaran 100 rear wiper washef 00008 88 Windshield washer fluid and WIDSLS osea r es 88 checking and adding fluid 223 checking and cleaning 238 239 liftgate reservoir 223 ODEQAULON iisieysses sca ccauesssseesieneveiss 87 replacing wiper blades 239 Wrecker towing secsec 211 Filling station information 4 0L Engine oil capacity includes 4 7L 5 0 quarts Use Motorcraft filter change SAE 5W 30 Super Premium Motor Oil Ford specification WSS M2C153 G 4 6L Engine oil capacity includes 4 7L 5 0 quarts Use Motorcraft filter change SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil Ford specification WSS M2C153 G Tire size and pressure Refer to the Certification Label on ee a a Hood release Pull handle under the instrument e iaaanabamiacianll engine Coolant capacity 4 0L SOHC V6 13 2L 14 0 quarts ee le il Power steering fluid capacity Fill to line on reservoir or dipstick Pore See TCS tse Moorea MERCON ATE M
80. 588 kg 3 500 lbs requires a weight distributing hitch Maximum frontal area of trailer m ft 181 Driving Trailer towing table 4x2 w automatic transmission GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Trailer weights Trailer Weight Range kg ibs 0 Maximum Maximum frontal area of trailer m ft i 8 000 0 4 160 50 3 73 4 082 0 2 341 4 64 aow goo loso len 4 0L 3 27 3402 0 1 651 4 64 sone Pao oam co 4 0L 3 55 3 856 0 2 105 4 64 sone Peso oimn co 4 0L 3 73 4 082 0 2 331 4 64 sone toy Posy oo 4 door 3 55 3 629 0 1 796 8 960 4 64 aow feag T Ce 3 73 4 082 0 2 250 4 64 sa Pe 9 000 0 4 960 4 0L 3 55 4 082 0 2 241 4 64 SOHC 9 000 0 4 940 50 4 0L 3 73 4 535 0 2 694 4 64 SOHC 10 000 0 5 940 50 4 0L 4 10 4 535 0 2 694 4 64 SOHC i 10 000 0 5 940 50 4 535 0 2640 4 64 ee 4 990 0 3 093 4 64 a 000 00 182 Driving Trailer towing table 4x2 w automatic transmission Notes For high altitude operation reduce GCW by 2 per 300 meters 1 000 ft elevation For definition of terms and instructions on calculating your vehicle s load refer to Vehicle loading in this chapter Maximum trailer weights shown The combined weight of the completed towing vehicle and the loaded trailer must not exceed the GCWR Towing a trailer over 1 588 kg 8 500 lbs requires a weight distributing hitch Trailer towing table 4x4 and AWD with automatic transmission
81. ANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlamp amp and parklamp operation e Rotate up to brighten e Rotate down to dim oS e Rotate to full up position past DIM detent to turn on interior lamps CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Manual heating and air conditioning system if equipped tj j oF s OOT Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulated _ in the vehicle D 5 V7 Igi 22 Controls and features Temperature control knob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle q Mode selector control Controls the direction of the airflow HE to the inside of the vehicle wal iy AC amp WwW The air conditioning compressor can operate in all modes except and ps However the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 6 C 43 F or higher Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you have stopped the vehicle e MAX A C Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle MAX A C is noisier than A C but more economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster Airflow will be from the instrument panel registers This mode can also be used to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle When placed in MAX A
82. Contents Before driving Introduction 2 Instrumentation 6 Controls and features 21 Seating and safety restraints 119 Starting and driving Starting 150 Driving 155 Roadside emergencies 189 Servicing Maintenance and care 212 Capacities and specifications 266 Customer assistance 275 Reporting safety defects 287 Index 288 All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation Copyright 1999 Ford Motor Company Introduction The following warning may be required by California law CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm ICONS Indicates a safety alert Read the following section on Warnings Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal
83. Engine Coolant F6AZ 19544 AA meeting Ford specification WSS M97B44 D orange in color Refer to Adding engine coolant in the Maintenance and Care chapter Ford Part Ford Number Specification C9AZ 19550 AC ESR M17P5 A 2 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle MERCON and MERCON V are not interchangeable DO NOT mix MERCON and MERCON V Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine the correct service interval 3 4 OL vehicles with conventional rear axles are filled with Motorcraft SAE 80W 90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant part number XY 80W90 QL Ford specification WSP M2C197 A 4 4 OL vehicles with limited slip differentials and all 5 0L applications use rear axles that are filled with Motorcraft SAE 75W 140 High Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant part number F1TZ 19780 B or equivalent meeting Ford specification WSL M2C192 A 5 4 0L vehicles with limited slip differentials and all 5 0L applications must add 118 ml 4 oz of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ 19B546 A or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST M2C118 A to the rear axle whenever the axle has been serviced 271 Capacities and specifications ENGINE DATA Engine 4 0L OHV V6 4 0L SOHC V6 OL vg ane engine engine Required fuel 1 4 2 5 3 6 1 4 2 5 3 6 1 3 7 2 6 5 4 8 Spark plug gap 1 3 1 4 mm 1 3 1 4 mm 1 3 1 4 mm 0 052 0
84. GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Trailer Weights Trailer Weight Range kg dbs 0 Maximum 3 7 4 082 0 2 250 4 64 iiss c9 000 0 4 960 4 082 0 2 250 4 64 Da ae 9 000 4 960 50 4 0L 3 402 0 1 560 4 64 SOHC 7 500 0 3 440 50 Mak ae i 64 Maximum frontal area of trailer m ft 60 4 0L 3 856 0 2 014 4 0L 4 082 0 2 214 re 4 0L 4 082 0 2 214 4 sone YE com uoo E Go 4 door 4 082 0 2 159 4 64 soon s Seon oar Go SOHC 9 000 0 4 740 50 80 3 4 10 3 27 3 55 3 73 4 10 3 73 55 183 Driving 4x4 and AWD with automatic transmission 10 000 0 5 740 50 SOHC 4 0L 4 4 535 0 2 604 4 64 SOHC 10 000 0 5 740 50 10 55 5 0L 4 535 0 2 549 4 64 10 000 0 5 620 50 4 990 0 3 0038 4 64 ids i000 6620 50 Notes For high altitude operation reduce GCW by 2 per 300 meters 1 000 ft elevation For definition of terms and instructions on calculating your vehicle s load refer to Vehicle loading in this chapter Maximum trailer weights shown The combined weight of the completed towing vehicle and the loaded trailer must not exceed the GCWR Towing a trailer over 1 588 kg 8 500 lbs requires a weight distributing hitch Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage transmissi
85. GE RESET will abort this procedure and will not establish your new personalized oil reset percentage When your personalized oil reset percentage has been established it will be used beginning with the completion of your next OIL CHANGE RESET procedure 20 Controls and features HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to the x 5s first position to turn on the parking lamps Rotate to the second position X to also turn on the headlamps Foglamp control if equipped 0 Turn on the low beam headlamps or parking lamps and press the foglamp control to activate the foglamps The foglamp control will iluminate when the foglamps are on Press the foglamp control a second time to deactivate the foglamps Daytime running lamps DRL if equipped Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output To activate e the ignition must be in the ON position and e the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather The Daytime Running Light DRL System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision High beams Push forward to activate Pull toward you to deactivate R 21 Controls and features Flash to pass Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate P
86. OLUME MODE N e eee lt q SEEK B MEMORY C JE gt O aO To activate the Personal Audio System press the speaker headphone control Press the MODE control to change audio sources for headphone mode only Use the SEEK VOLUME and MEMORY controls to make adjustments to the playing media 59 Controls and features Adjusting the volume Press the control to increase os volume Puce MODE Press the control to decrease volume lt q SEEK B MEMORY es KJ OH6 Pi From the rear seat controls volume control can be set no higher than the current radio setting unless the speakers are turned off Refer to Turning speakers on and off Turning the speakers on and off Press to turn all speakers on or off VOLUME MODE Canes L lt q SEEK B MEMORY ees 5 ae gt O A Using headphones Plug a 3 5 mm headphone not included into the A jack Press the speaker on off control to operate the headphones The rear speakers will cut out once the speaker on off control is pressed The front speaker will remain playing for the front passengers Press the control again to deactivate the headphones 60 Controls and features Mode select Push the MODE control to toggle S between AM FM1 FM2 tape CD or VOLUME MODE CD changer if equipped E C 4 SS lt q SEEK B MEMORY anaes Saad DORMO J Memory preset control Push the MEMORY con
87. RCON ATF e 4 0L OHV V6 engine e 4 0L SOHCV6 engine 228 Maintenance and care e 5 0L V8 engine 1 Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be near the center of the normal area between H and C 2 While the engine idles turn the steering wheel left and right several times 3 Turn the engine off 4 If your vehicle is equipped with a 4 0L OHV V6 engine check the fluid level on the dipstick It should be within the FULL HOT range Do not add fluid if the level is within this range 5 If your vehicle is equipped with a 4 0L SOHC V6 or a 5 0L V8 engine check the fluid level in the reservoir It should be between the MIN and MAX lines Do not add fluid if the level is within this range 6 If the fluid is low add fluid in small amounts continuously checking the level until it reaches the correct operating range Be sure to put the cap back on the reservoir TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes Your transmission does not consume fluid However the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is not working properly i e if the transmission slips or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed To obtain an accurate fluid check drive the
88. Removable luggage rack adapters Running boards Soft luggage cover Speed control Track rider bars for luggage rack Trailer hitch Class HD Trailer hitch bars and balls Trailer hitch mount bike carrier Trailer hitch wiring adaptor Trailer lamp wiring Protection and appearance equipment Air bag anti theft locks Car truck covers Cargo liners interior Carpet floor mats Cleaners waxes and polishes Door edge guards 284 Customer assistance Front end covers full and sport Hood deflectors Locking gas cap Lubricants and oils Molded splash guards Molded vinyl floor mats Rear air deflectors Rear decklid spoilers Side window air deflectors Touch up paint Universal floor mats For maximum vehicle performance keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle e When adding accessories equipment passengers and luggage to your vehicle do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety compliance certification label Consult your dealer for specific weight information e The Federal Communications Commission FCC and Canadian Radio Telecommunications Commission CRTC regulate the use of mobile communications systems such as two way radios telephones and theft alarms that are equipped with radio transmitters Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations
89. The driver s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position The Belt Minder feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds repeating for approximately 5 minutes or until safety belt is buckled The Belt Minder feature will not activate The Belt Minder feature will not activate 131 Seating and safety restraints The purpose of the Belt Minder is to remind occasional wearers to wear safety belts all of the time The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts All statistics based on U S data Reasons given Consider Crashes are rare events 36 700 crashes occur every day The more we drive the more we are exposed to rare events even for good drivers 1 in 4 of us will be seriously injured in a crash during our lifetime Tm not going far 3 of 4 fatal crashes occur within 25 miles of home Belts are uncomfortable Ford designs its safety belts to enhance comfort If you are uncomfortable try different positions for the safety belt upper anchorage and seatback which should be as upright as possible this can improve comfort I was in a hurry Prime time for an accident Belt Minder reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up Seat belts don t work Safety belts when used properly reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45 in car
90. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant or child restraint you might use When possible always place children under age 12 in the rear seat of your vehicle Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position Children and safety belts If the child is the proper size restrain the child in a safety seat Children who are too large for child safety seats as specified by your child safety seat manufacturer should always wear safety belts Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag precautions that apply to adult passengers in your vehicle If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt can be positioned so it does not cross or rest in front of the child s face or 143 Seating and safety restraints neck the child should wear the lap and shoulder belt Moving the child closer to the center of the vehicle may help provide a good shoulder belt fit Do not leave children unreliable adults or pets unattended in your vehicle To improve the fit of lap and shoulder belts on children who have outgrown child safety seats Ford recommends use of a belt positioning booster seat that is labelled as conforming to all applicable Federal motor vehicle safety standards Belt positioning booster seats raise the child and provi
91. V Automatic with 13 9 quarts ATF 5 0L V8 engine 5R55E 9 3L Automatic with 9 8 quarts 4 0L OHV V6 engine 4x2 5R55E 9 5L Automatic with 10 0 quarts 4 0L OHV V6 engine 4x4 5R55E 9 5L Automatic with 10 0 quarts 4 0L SOHC V6 engine 4x2 5R55E 9 8L Automatic with 10 3 quarts 4 0L SOHC V6 engine 4x4 Transfer case Motorcraft MERCON ATF 1 5 quarts 1 3 quarts Engine coolant Premium Engine Coolant engine 12 0 quarts engine 14 0 quarts 5 0L V8 engine 14 9L 15 7 quarts 267 Capacities and specifications Fluid Ford Part Application Capacity Name Front axle Motorcraft SAE 4x4 vehicles 1 7L lubricant 80W 90 1 8 quarts Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Rear axle Motorcraft SAE Refer to 2 9 3 1L lubricant 80W 90 Footnote 6 5 5 5 8 pints Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Motorcraft SAE Refer to 75W 140 High Footnote 7 Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant Windshield Ultra Clear 2 6L washer fluid Windshield 2 7 quarts Washer Concentrate 1 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle MERCON and MERCON V are not interchangeable DO NOT mix MERCON and MERCON V Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine the correct service interval 2 Service refill capacity is determined by filling the transmission to the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicl
92. aS 0 D ON OFF Overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the gearshift lever 4 161 Driving The transmission control indicator light TCIL will illuminate on the O D instrument cluster O F F Drive Not shown on the display Activate by pressing the transmission control switch on the end of the gearshift lever with the gearshift in the position The O D OFF indicator will illuminate on the instrument cluster Transmission operates in gears one through three Drive provides more engine braking than Overdrive and is useful when e driving with a heavy load e towing a trailer up or down steep hills e additional engine braking is desired If towing a trailer refer to Driving while you tow in the Trailer Towing chapter To return to Overdrive mode press the transmission control switch The O D OFF indicator will no longer be illuminated Each time the vehicle is started the transmission will automatically return to normal overdrive mode Every time the vehicle is shut off and restarted you must press the transmission control switch to cancel overdrive operation if driving in overdrive is not desired 2 Second Use 2 Second to start up on slippery roads or to provide P RN D additional engine braking on igs oe ee a downgrades Transmission operates only in Second gear 1 First Use 1 Low to provide maximum engine bra
93. acid is swallowed call a physician immediately Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compunds Wash hands after handling Because your vehicle s engine is electronically controlled by a computer some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and performance To begin this process 1 With the vehicle at a complete stop set the parking brake 2 Put the gearshift in P Park automatic transmission or the neutral position manual transmission turn off all accessories and start the engine 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 to idle for at least one minute 6 Drive the vehicle to complete the relearning process 237 Maintenance and care e The vehicle may need to be driven to relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy e If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim the idle quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle trim is eventually relearned When the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed the transmission must relearn its adaptive strategy As a result of this the transmission may shift firmly This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or
94. ain Scan function in CD mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the CD The CD scans in a forward direction wrapping back to the first track at the end of the CD To stop on a particular selection press the control again Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations six in FM1 and six in FM2 6 1 Controls and features Setting memory preset stations 1 Select the frequency band with the AM FM select control 2 Select a station Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station 3 Press and hold a memory preset Rew FY EN N F control until the sound returns r indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected Autoset memory preset Autoset allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations This feature is helpful on trips when you travel between cities with different radio stations Starting autoset memory preset 1 Select a frequency using the AM FM select controls 2 Press the AUTO control 3 When the first six strong stations e are filled the station stored in memory preset control 1 will start playing If there are less than six strong stations available on the frequency band the remaining memory preset contr
95. air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors Determining if the system is operational Af The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Air bag readiness section in the Instrumentation chapter Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following The readiness light will either O O flash or stay lit O The readiness light will not IN illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and or light are repaired 139 Seating and safety restraints If any of these things happen even intermittently have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision Side air bag system if equipped A Do not place objects or mount equipment on or near the air bag cover on the side of the seatbacks of the front seats or in front seat areas that may come into contact with a deploying air bag Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of personal injury in the event of a collision Do not use accessory seat covers The use of accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side air bags and increase the risk of injury in an accident Do not lean your head on the
96. and should be installed only by a qualified service technician e Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use or are not properly installed When operated such systems may cause the engine to stumble or stall or cause the transmission to be damaged or operate improperly In addition such systems may be damaged or their performance may be affected by operating your vehicle Citizens band CB transceivers garage door openers and other transmitters with outputs of five watts or less will not ordinarily affect your vehicle s operation e Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse effects or damage that may result from the use of such equipment 285 Customer assistance ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER S LITERATURE To order the publications in this portfolio Make checks payable to HELM INCORPORATED P O Box 07150 Detroit Michigan 48207 For a free publication catalog order toll free 1 800 782 4356 Monday Friday 8 00 a m 6 00 p m EST for credit card holders only Obtaining a French owner s guide French Owner s Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited Service Publications P O Box 1580 Station B Mississauga Ontario L4Y 4G3 286 Reporting safety defects REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS U S ONLY If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a cra
97. anual transmission fluid capacity 2 6L 5 6 pints Use Motorcraft Automatic transmission fluid 13 1L 18 9 quarts Use capacity 4R70W with 5 0L V8 Motorcraft MERCON V ATF engine Automatic transmission fluid 9 5L 10 0 quarts Use Motorcraft capacity 4x2 vehicles with 5R55E MERCON V ATF and 4 0L V6 engines Automatic transmission fluid 9 8L 10 3 quarts Use Motorcraft capacity 4x4 vehicles with 5R55E MERCON V ATF and 4 0L V6 engines 295 Filling station information 1 Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant green in color DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant orange in color Refer to Adding engine coolant in the Maintenance and Care chapter 2 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle MERCON and MERCON V are not interchangeable DO NOT mix MERCON and MERCON V Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine the correct service interval 3 Indicates only approximate dry fill capacity Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with in tank cooler The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick s normal operating range 296
98. ard rear axle Extended use of other than the manufacturer s specified size tires on a Traction Lok rear axle could result in a permanent reduction in effectiveness This loss of effectiveness does not affect normal driving and should not be noticeable to the driver To avoid injury never run the engine with one wheel off the ground such as when changing a tire VEHICLE LOADING Before loading a vehicle familiarize yourself with the following terms e Base Curb Weight Weight of the vehicle including any standard equipment fluids lubricants etc It does not include passengers or aftermarket equipment e Payload Combined maximum allowable weight of cargo passengers and optional equipment The payload equals the gross vehicle weight rating minus base curb weight e GVW Gross Vehicle Weight Base curb weight plus payload weight The GVW is not a limit or a specification 176 Driving e GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating Maximum total weight of the base vehicle passengers optional equipment and cargo The GVWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Certification Label on the driver s door pillar e GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating Carrying capacity for each axle system The GAWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Certification Label on the driver s door pillar e GCW Gross Combined Weight The combined weight of the towing vehicle including passengers and cargo and the trail
99. ars Depending upon the type and placement of the load hauling cargo and people may raise the center of gravity of the vehicle Calculating the load your vehicle can carry tow 1 Use the appropriate maximum gross combined weight rating GCWR chart to find the maximum GCWR for your type engine and rear axle ratio 2 Weigh your vehicle as you customarily operate the vehicle without cargo To obtain correct weights try taking your vehicle to a shipping company or an inspection station for trucks 3 Subtract your loaded vehicle weight from the maximum GCWR on the following charts This is the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow and must fall below the maximum shown under maximum trailer weight on the chart 178 Driving DRIVING THROUGH WATER Do not drive quickly through standing water especially if the depth is unknown Traction or brake capability may be limited and if the ignition system gets wet your engine may stall Water may also enter your engine s air intake and severely damage your engine If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable proceed very slowly Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the hubs for trucks or the bottom of the wheel rims for cars Once through the water always try the brakes Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes Drying can be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal Drivi
100. as the Four Wheeling supplement included with 4WD and utility type vehicles Using your vehicle with a snowplow fp Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing Using your vehicle as an ambulance A Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag Side Child Seat Installation Warning Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Master Lighting Switch Fog Lamps Front Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Defrost Demist Power Windows Front Rear A A xe A O yy 0 Ki y A A See Owner s Guide Air Bag Front Child Seat Child Seat Tether Anchorage Anti Lock Brake System Traction Control Hazard Warning Flasher Fuse Compartment Windshield Wash Wipe Rear Window Defrost Demist Power Window Lockout Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Child Safety Door Lock Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking Flames or Sparks Explosive Gas Power Steering Fluid Emission System Passenger Compartment a e Air Filter Check fuel cap VL COPOS Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air
101. asoline vapors or skin contact could cause an adverse reaction In sensitive individuals serious personal injury or sickness may result If fuel is splashed on the skin promptly wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Consult a physician immediately if you experience an adverse reaction When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck Never smoke while refueling Fuel vapor is extremely hazardous under certain conditions Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container Use the following guidelines to avoid static build up when filling an ungrounded fuel container Place approved fuel container on the ground DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while filling DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position 245 Maintenance and care Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED FUEL The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle Do not use fuel containing methanol It can damage critical fuel system components Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds including manganese based compounds containing MMT Repairs to correct the effec
102. at the cables do not touch any wiring brake lines or fuel lines e Drive cautiously If you hear the cables rub or bang against the vehicle stop and retighten them If this does not work remove the cables to prevent vehicle damage e Avoid overloading your vehicle e Remove the tire cables when they are no longer needed e Do not use cables on dry roads e The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage Do not remove these components from the vehicle when using snow tires and traction devices e Do not exceed 48 km h 80 mph with tire cables on your vehicle Consult your dealer for information on other Ford approved methods of traction control 243 Maintenance and care WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS fg Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire 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 If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision which may result in possible personal injury Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled A Gasoline may
103. ay not be long enough to program the HomeLink Universal Transceiver 95 Controls and features To program your hand held transmitters e continue to hold the button on the HomeLink Universal Transceiver e press and re press the hand held transmitter button every two seconds until the red light changes from a slow to a fast flash Operating the HomeLink Universal Transceiver Once programmed the HomeLink Universal Transceiver can be used in place of hand held transmitters To operate simply press and release the appropriate HomeLink button the red light will illuminate indicating the signal is being transmitted Rolling code programming Rolling code garage door openers or other rolling code devices which are code protected and manufactured after 1996 may be determined by the following e Reference the device owner s manual for verification e The hand held transmitter appears to program the HomeLink Universal Transceiver but does not activate the device e Press and hold the trained HomeLink button The device has the rolling code feature if the indicator light flashes rapidly and then turns solid after two seconds After completing the Programming functions follow these steps to train a garage door opener with the rolling code feature 1 Locate the training button on the garage door motor head unit Refer to the garage door opener manual or call 1 800 355 3515 or on the I
104. c alarm feature remote entry SYSTEM sssusa gure 108 Parking brake sesteeresimscars 156 Parts see Motorcraft parts 266 Power distribution box see FUSES csecccceccseescesesseeees 196 Power door locks sessen 101 Power steering 0 0 eee 157 fluid checking and adding 228 fluid refill capacity ww 266 fluid specifications 269 272 Preparing to drive your vehicle oo ceeeeeeeeteeees 158 R Radi wesseeszssssasedieiscessaastaces ee aient 35 Relays seiscsisshiesavssdiessasengesssccheeeas 191 Remote entry system 107 108 illuminated entry ce 112 locking unlocking doors 108 pame alarmi syrene ener 108 replacement additional TVANSMIUCCETS scrii 111 replacing the batteries 110 Reverse sensing system 33 ROOLTACK seriean 188 S Safety belts see Safety restraints s s s 13 125 130 Safety defects reporting 287 Safety restraints 125 130 belt minder oo ceeeeeeeeeees 131 cleaning the safety belts 135 264 extension assembly 130 for adults eeees 126 129 for children cs cdesscessceteseenons 143 warning light and CHIME seresa 10 13 180 131 Safety seats for children 144 Seat belts see Safety restraints eem eeraa 125 SEANS sereia aE 119 child safety seats 000 000000 144 Cleaning seriinin 263 264 memory seab cece 109 122 Index SecuriLock passive
105. cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals remove the cables from the terminals and clean with a wire brush You can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking soda and water When the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed the transmission must learn its adaptive strategy As a result of this the transmission may shift firmly This operation is considered normal and will fully update transmission operation to its optimum shift feel 236 Maintenance and care 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 the battery always shield your face and protect your eyes Always provide proper ventilation When lifting a plastic cased battery excessive pressure on the end 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 opposite corners Keep batteries out of reach of children Batteries contain sulfuric acid Avoid contact with skin eyes or clothing Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution In case of acid contact with skin or eyes flush immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention If
106. ce packages 008 3 Antifreeze see Engine coolant 223 Anti lock brake system see Brakes ccccceeeee 155 156 Anti theft system warning light s esriisiessasrii 11 ATMYESUS o cecccceseesseceseesseeenseaes 105 Audio system see Radio 35 Automatic transmission driving an automatic OVEYATIVE ccssszsessasacieecestare 160 163 fluid adding sessin 229 231 fluid checking 0 0 0 0 229 231 fluid refill capacities 266 288 fluid specification 0 272 Auxiliary power point 104 Axle lubricant specifications 269 272 refill capacities cc eee 266 traction 1OK sessrnicsrnispoisrsrst 176 B BEGG TY viietise ada 236 acid treating emergencies 236 charging system warning light 0 00 eeeeeeee 11 jumping a disabled battery 204 maintenance free cce 236 replacement specifications 266 SETVICING jenestsasasstieasndedenaenteas 236 Voltage gauge siseses 16 Belt minder cccceeeeeeeeeeeeees 131 BEAK CS syror rarna 155 anti lock oo eeeeceeeeeeeeees 155 156 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 10 156 brake warning light 10 fluid checking and adding 221 fluid refill capacities 266 fluid specifications 269 272 lubricant specifications 269 272 DATING ss ccaversayeshagitecds EE 156 shift INGETIOCK srei 159 Break in peri
107. control operates the 4WD Refer to the Driving chapter for more information REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED Pa The reverse sensing system RSS sounds a tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper when the reverse gear is selected To help avoid personal injury please read and understand the limitations on the reverse sensing system described below Reverse sensing is only an assist for some generally large and fixed objects when moving in reverse on a flat surface at parking speeds of approximately 6 km h 4 mph or less The weather may also affect the function of RSS RSS may have reduced performance or be activated in inclement weather It is the driver s responsibility for ensuring that their path is clear when operating the vehicle 33 Controls and features To help avoid personal injury always use caution when in reverse and when using the reverse sensing system AN This system is not designed to prevent contact with small or moving objects The system is designed to provide a warning to assist the driver in detecting large stationary objects to avoid damaging the vehicle The system may not detect smaller objects particularly those close to the ground The RSS will assist the driver in detecting certain objects while the vehicle slowly moves in reverse at speeds less than 6 km h 4 mph The RSS is not effective at speeds greater than 6 km h 4 mph and may not detect certain angular or mo
108. cts fuel economy In general lower temperatures give lower fuel economy Driving style good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy Habits e Smooth moderate operation can yield up to 10 savings in fuel e Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy Idling for long periods of time greater than one minute may waste fuel Anticipate stopping slowing down may eliminate the need to stop e Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy e Slow down gradually e Driving at reasonable speeds traveling at 88 km h 55 mph uses 15 less fuel than traveling at 105 km h 65 mph e Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy e Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy e You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between third and fourth gear occurs Unnecessary shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy e Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy e Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel economy e Combine errands and minimize stop and go driving 250 Maintenance and care Maintenance Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment wi
109. d or will sound three times two short chirps followed by one long chirp if the feature was activated 8 Turn the ignition to OFF The horn will chirp once to confirm that you activated or deactivated the remote memory seat feature a a AUD 109 Controls and features The memory feature will continue to work from the door control even when deactivated at the remote entry module Replacing the battery The transmitter is powered by one coin type three volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent Typical operating range will allow you to be up to 10 meters 83 feet away from your vehicle A decrease in operating range can be caused by e weather conditions e nearby radio towers e structures around the vehicle e other vehicles parked next to the vehicle To replace the battery 1 Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter near the key ring DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART 2 Place the positive side of new battery in the same orientation Refer to the diagram inside the transmitter unit 3 Snap the two halves back together 110 Controls and features Replacing lost transmitters If a remote transmitter has been lost and you would like to remove it from the vehicle s memory or you would like to purchase additional remote transmitters and have them programmed to your vehicle Take all your vehicle s transmitters to your dealer for programming or Perf
110. d Weight Rating Trailer weights Trailer weight range kg ibs 0 Maximum 2 721 0 998 4 64 4 0L OHV 6 000 0 2 200 50 3 175 0 1 451 4 64 4 0L OHV 7 000 0 3 200 50 27 Maximum frontal area of trailer m ft 4 door 2 721 0 998 4 64 4 0L OHV 6 000 0 2 200 50 3 175 0 907 4 64 4 0L OHV 7 000 0 3 000 50 Notes For high altitude operation reduce GCW by 2 per 300 meters 1 000 ft elevation For definitions of terms used in this table and instructions on how to calculate your vehicle load refer to Vehicle loading in this chapter Maximum trailer weights shown The combined weight of the completed towing vehicle and the loaded trailer must not exceed the GCWR Towing a trailer over 1 588 kg 8 500 lbs requires a weight distributing hitch 180 Driving Trailer towing table 4x4 w manual transmission GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Trailer weights Trailer weight range kg Ibs 0 Maximum 4 door 2 948 0 1 043 4 64 4 0L OHV 6 500 0 2 300 3 175 0 1 270 4 64 4 0L OHV 7 000 0 2 800 Notes For high altitude operation reduce GCW by 2 per 300 meters 1 800 ft elevation For definitions of terms used in this table and instructions on how to calculate your vehicle load refer to Vehicle loading in this chapter Maximum trailer weights shown The combined weight of the completed towing vehicle and the loaded trailer must not exceed the GCWR Towing a trailer over 1
111. d in this mode For added customer comfort when the temperature control knob is anywhere in between the full hot and full cold positions the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defrost ducts If the temperature is about 6 C 43 F or higher the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging HY Defrost Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield If the temperature is about 6 C 48 F or higher the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging Operating tips e In humid weather select Y before driving This will reduce fogging on your windshield After a few minutes select any desired position e To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle do not drive with the climate control system in the OFF or MAX A C position e Do not put objects under the front seat that will interfere with the airflow to the back seats Controls and features e Remove any snow ice or leaves from the air intake area at the bottom of the windshield e If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during hot weather the air conditioner will do a much faster job of cooling if you drive for two or three minutes with the windows open This will force most of the hot stale air out of the vehicle Then operate your air conditioner as you would nor
112. d or sized discs or discs with removable labels into the CD player as jamming may occur Cleaning cassetie player if equipped Clean the tape player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after 10 to 12 hours of play in order to maintain the best sound and operation Cassette and cassette player care e Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less e Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight high humidity extreme heat or extreme cold Allow tapes that may have been exposed to extreme temperatures to reach a moderate temperature before playing e Tighten very loose tapes by inserting a finger or pencil into the hole and turning the hub e Remove loose labels before inserting tapes e Do not leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not being played Radio frequency information The Federal Communications Commission FCC and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission CRTC establish the frequencies AM and FM stations may use for their broadcasts Allowable frequencies are AM 530 540 1600 1610 kHz FM 87 7 87 9 107 7 107 9 MHz Not all frequencies are used in a given area Radio reception factors Three factors can affect radio reception e Distance strength The further an FM signal travels the weaker it is The listenable range of the average FM station is approximately 40 km 24 miles This range can be affected by signal modulation Signal modulation is a process radio stations use to
113. de a shorter firmer seating cushion that encourages safer seating posture and better fit of lap and shoulder belts on the child A belt positioning booster should be used if the shoulder belt rests in front of the child s face or neck or if the lap belt does not fit snugly on both thighs or if the thighs are too short to let the child sit all the way back on the seat cushion when the lower legs hang over the edge of the seat cushion You may wish to discuss the special needs of your child with your pediatrician SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN gt CI En Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision 144 Seating and safety restraints When installing a child safety seat e Review and follow the information presented in the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System section in this chapter e Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle e Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety
114. decreased fuel economy Conitrol Trac automatic four wheel drive system if equipped The 4WD system uses all four wheels to power the vehicle This increases traction enabling you to drive your 4x4 over terrain and road conditions not normally traveled by two wheel drive vehicles Power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case that allows you to select a four wheel drive mode best suited for your current driving conditions 168 Driving Positions of the Control Trac system The Control Trac system functions in three modes e The 4WD AUTO mode provides four wheel drive with full power delivered to the rear axle and to the front axle as required for increased traction This is appropriate for normal on road operating conditions such as dry road surfaces wet pavement snow and gravel e The 4WD HIGH mode provides four wheel drive with full power to both axles It is only intended for severe winter or off road conditions such as deep snow and ice where no dry or wet pavement remains uncovered and shallow sand e The 4WD LOW mode supplies four wheel drive with full power to both axles and includes a lower gear ratio for low speed It is only intended for off road applications that require extra power including deep sand steep grades and pulling a boat and trailer out of the water The vehicle should not be operated in 4WD HIGH and 4WD LOW on dry or merely wet pavement Doing so will produce excessi
115. e warning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start up remains on or continues to flash the ABS needs to be serviced With the ABS light on the anti lock brake system is disabled and normal O braking is still effective unless the BRAKE brake warning light also remains illuminated with parking brake released If your brake warning lamp illuminates have your vehicle serviced immediately Using ABS e In an emergency or when maximum efficiency from the four wheel ABS is required apply continuous force on the brake The four wheel ABS will be activated immediately thus allowing you to retain full steering control of your vehicle and providing there is sufficient space will enable you to avoid obstacles and bring the vehicle to a controlled stop e The Anti Lock system does not decrease the time necessary to apply the brakes or always reduce stopping distance Always leave enough room between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you to stop e We recommend that you familiarize yourself with this braking technique However avoid taking any unnecessary risks Parking brake P Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is parked To set the parking brake press the parking brake pedal down until the pedal stops 156 Driving The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and
116. e center for a display of status preceded by a brief indicator chime The system will also notify you of potential vehicle problems with a display of system warnings Selectable features English metric display Press to toggle the message center display between metric or English units Fuel range Press once to display the approximate kilometers miles left to drive before the fuel tank is empty Press again to display the distance driven since this function was last manually reset 17 Instrumentation For maximum accuracy of this display feature the ignition should be in the OFF position during fueling The display FUEL LEVEL ERROR indicates a problem with the fuel indication system See your dealer or qualified service technician for system maintenance Fuel status Press once to display the approximate amount of fuel remaining in the fuel tank Press again to display the approximate amount of fuel used since the system was last reset Fuel economy Press to display your vehicle s average fuel economy in liters 100 km or miles gallons Reset Press the reset control to reset the current feature being displayed Warnings distance driven average fuel economy fuel used and personalized oil reset percentage are the only features that respond to reset 18 Instrumentation System check Press the system check control to display the status of the following systems e engine oil li
117. e through your local authorized Ford Lincoln Mercury or Ford of Canada dealer These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle In addition each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford s rigid engineering and safety specifications Ford accessories are warranted for up to 12 months or 20 000 km 12 000 miles on all cars and light trucks and 12 months with unlimited distance on medium heavy duty trucks unless the accessory is installed on a new vehicle then the warranty becomes the balance of the new vehicle s warranty or the accessories warranty whichever is greater See your dealer for complete warranty information and availability Not all accessories are available for all models Vehicle Security Styled wheel protector locks Vehicle security systems Comfort and convenience Cargo nets Cargo organizers Cargo shades Engine block heaters Tire step 283 Customer assistance Travel equipment Automatic headlamps with daytime running lights DRL Daytime running lights DRL Factory luggage rack adaptors Fog lights Framed luggage covers Heavy duty battery Home link visor Inside mirror electrochromic compass with and without temperature display Luggage cargo basket Neutral towing transfer case kit Explorer 4 0L only Removable luggage rack
118. e could be seriously injured Refer to the instruction sheet for detailed tire change instructions 200 1 Park on a level surface activate hazard flashers and set the parking brake 2 Place gearshift lever in P Park or in the reverse gear manual transmission and turn engine OFF When one of the rear wheels is off the ground the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack even if the transmission is in P Park automatic transmission or reverse manual transmission 3 Block the diagonally opposite wheel 4 Use the tip of the lug wrench to remove any wheel trim 5 Loosen each wheel lug nut but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground Roadside emergencies 201 Roadside emergencies On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking hoisting or towing your vehicle 6 Turn OFF the air suspension switch Gf equipped Refer to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter 7 Position the jack according to the following guides and turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is a maximum of 25 mm 1 inch off the ground e Front e Rear 202 To lessen the risk of personal injury do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack The jack is only meant for changing the tire e Neve
119. e metallic objects a second key or electronic devices used to purchase gasoline or similar items on the same key ring as the PATS ignition key may cause vehicle starting problems If present you need to keep these objects from touching the PATS ignition key while starting the engine These objects cannot damage the PATS ignition key but can cause a momentary problem if they are too close to the key during engine start If a problem occurs turn the ignition OFF and restart the engine with all other objects on the key ring held away from the ignition key Check to make sure the encoded ignition key is an approved Ford encoded ignition key Spare SecuriLock keys can be purchased from your dealership and programmed to your SecuriLock passive anti theft system Refer to Programming spare SecuriLock keys for more information If one or both of your SecuriLock keys are lost or stolen and you want to ensure the lost or stolen key will not operate your vehicle bring your vehicle and all available SecuriLock keys to your dealership for reinitialization 116 Controls and features Theft indicator The theft indicator on the instrument cluster will operate as follows e When the ignition is OFF the theft indicator will flash briefly every two seconds to indicate the SecuriLock system is protecting your vehicle e When the ignition is turned to ON or START the theft indicator will light for three seconds and then go out If the
120. e necessary parts and service Check your Warranty Guide to find out which parts and services are covered Use only recommended fuels lubricants fluids and service parts conforming to specifications Motorcraft parts are designed and built to provide the best performance in your vehicle PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your vehicle e Do not work on a hot engine e When the engine is running make sure that loose clothing jewelry or long hair does not get caught up in moving parts e Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enough ventilation e Keep all lit cigarettes open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts If you disconnect the battery the engine must relearn its idle conditions before your vehicle will drive properly as explained in Battery in this chapter Working with the engine off e Automatic transmission 1 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park 2 Turn off the engine and remove the key 3 Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly e Manual transmission 1 Set the parking brake 2 Depress the clutch and place the gearshift in 1 First 212 Maintenance and care 3 Turn off the engine and remove the key 4 Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpected
121. e officials can inform you of local vehicle registration regulations and where to find unleaded fuel If you cannot find unleaded fuel or can only get fuel with an anti knock index lower than is recommended for your vehicle contact a district or owner relations customer assistance office The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage Ford Motor Company Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel In the United States using leaded fuel may also result in difficulty importing your vehicle back into the U S 281 Customer assistance If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living in Central or South America the Caribbean or the Middle East contact the nearest Ford dealership If the dealership cannot help you write or call FORD MOTOR COMPANY WORLDWIDE DIRECT MARKET OPERATIONS 1555 Fairlane Drive Fairlane Business Park 3 Allen Park Michigan 48101 U S A Telephone 813 594 4857 FAX 813 390 0804 If you are in another foreign country contact the nearest Ford dealership If the dealership employees cannot help you they can direct you to the nearest Ford affiliate office If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of the U S or Canada register your vehicle identification number VIN and new address with
122. e on a level surface 3 Indicates only approximate dry fill capacity Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in tank cooler The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick s normal operating range Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant green in color DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant orange in color Refer to Adding engine coolant in the Maintenance and Care chapter 5 Fill to 6 mm to 14 mm 1 4 inch to 9 16 inch below bottom of fill hole 268 Capacities and specifications 5 Vehicles equipped with 4 0L OHV V6 and4 0L SOHC V6 engines may be equipped with a conventional rear axle Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for axle fluid change intervals T Vehicles equipped with 4 0L OHV V6 and4 0L SOHC V6 engines and 3 73 1 or 4 10 1 rear axle ratios or with a 5 0L V8 engine require synthetic rear axle lubricant Rear axles containing synthetic lubricant are lubricated for life These lubricants are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or service is required The axle lubricant should be changed any time the axle has been submerged in water Add 118 ml 4 oz of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ 19B546 A or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST M2C118 A for complete refill of Traction Lok axles LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Specification Body hinges latches door striker pla
123. e storage clip from the door e Place Velcro hook onto side of aftermarket transmitter opposite of actuator control e Place the transmitter into storage compartment control down 90 Controls and features e Place the provided height adaptors onto the back of the GARAGE control as needed e Press the GARAGE control to activate the transmitter Moon roof if equipped You can move the moon roof back to open the glass panel or tilt up to ventilate the vehicle To open the moon roof The moon roof is equipped with an automatic one touch express opening feature Press and release the rear portion of the control To stop motion at any time during the one touch opening press the control a second time To close the moon roof Press and hold the front portion of the control until the glass panel stops moving Once fully closed the rear of the glass panel will appear higher than the front edge To vent To tilt the moon roof into the vent position when the glass panel is closed press and hold the front portion of the control To close the moon roof from the vent position press and hold the rear portion of the control until the glass panel stops moving If the battery is disconnected discharged or a new battery is installed the moon roof needs to be opened to the vent position to reset the moon roof positions The moon roof has a sliding shade that can be opened or closed when the glass panel is
124. e weight rating limitations Before adding any additional equipment refer to these limitations If you are adding weight 177 Driving to the front of your vehicle potentially including weight added to the cab the weight added should not exceed the front axle reserve capacity FARC Additional frontal weight may be added to the front axle reserve capacity provided you limit your payload in other ways i e restrict the number of passengers or amount of cargo carried Always ensure that the weight of passengers cargo and equipment being carried is within the weight limitations that have been established for your vehicle including both gross vehicle weight and Front and rear gross axle weight rating limits Under no circumstance should these limitations be exceeded Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious damage to the vehicle and or personal injury Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehicle see the Preparing to drive your vehicle section in the Driving chapter of this owner guide Loaded vehicles with a higher center of gravity may handle differently than unloaded vehicles Extra precautions such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance should be taken when driving a heavily loaded vehicle Your vehicle has the capability to haul more cargo and people than most passenger c
125. eature can be deactivated activated by performing the following procedure Before following the procedure make sure that e the parking brake is set e the gearshift is in P Park automatic transmission or the neutral position manual transmission e the ignition switch is in the OFF position e all vehicle doors are closed 133 Seating and safety restraints e the driver s safety belt is unbuckled e the parklamps headlamps are in OFF position If vehicle is equipped with Autolamps the Autolamps feature MUST be turned off To reduce the risk of injury do not deactivate activate the Belt Minder feature while driving the vehicle 1 Turn the ignition switch to the RUN or ON position DO NOT START THE ENGINE 2 Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off Approximately 1 2 minutes e Steps 3 5 must be completed within 60 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated 3 Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times ending with the safety belt unbuckled This can be done before or during Belt Minder warning activation 4 Turn on the parklamps headlamps turn off the parklamps headlamps 5 Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times ending with the safety belt unbuckled e After step 5 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for three seconds 6 Within seven seconds of the safety belt warning light turning off buckle then unbuckle the safety belt e This will disable Belt Mi
126. ecked unless a leak is suspected Driving on hilly or sloping terrain When driving on a hill avoid driving crosswise or turning on steep slopes You could lose traction and slip sideways Drive straight up straight down or avoid the hill completely Know the conditions on the other side of a hill before driving over the crest When climbing a steep hill start in a lower gear rather than downshifting to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started This reduces the strain on the engine When descending a steep hill avoid sudden braking Shift to a lower gear when added engine braking is desired 172 Driving When speed control is on and you are driving uphill your vehicle speed may drop considerably especially if you are carrying a heavy load If vehicle speed drops more than 16 km h 10 mph the speed control will cancel automatically Resume speed with accelerator pedal If speed control cancels after climbing the hill reset speed by pressing and holding the SET ACCEL button to resume speeds over 50 km h 30 mph Automatic transmissions may shift frequently while driving up steep grades Eliminate frequent shifting by shifting out of Overdrive into D Drive Driving on snow and ice A 4WD vehicle has advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice but can skid like any other vehicle Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction on snow and ice Apply the accelerator slowly and
127. ect type is used The type of fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the Lubricant specifications section in the Capacities and specifications chapter Use of a non approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transmission component damage If necessary add fluid in 250 mL 1 2 pint increments through the filler tube until the level is correct If an overfill occurs excess fluid should be removed by a qualified technician An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible Cato Keco EH w D damage 233 Maintenance and care Checking and adding manual transmission fluid if equipped 1 Clean the filler plug Ta 2 Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level 3 Fluid level should be at bottom of the opening 4 Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening am 5 Install and tighten the fill plug securely Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications Refer to the Capacities and specifications chapter 234 Maintenance and care CHECKING AND ADDING TRANSFER CASE FLUID IF mecca 1 Clean the filler plug 2 Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level 3 Add only enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bot
128. ed to the ON position to check the bulb If it comes on after the engine is started one of the engine s emission control systems may be malfunctioning The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require towing What you should do if the check engine light illuminates Light turns on solid This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction Temporary malfunctions may cause your Check Engine light to iluminate Examples are 1 The vehicle has run out of fuel The engine may misfire or run poorly 2 Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel Instrumentation 3 The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely tightened These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with high quality fuel of the recommended octane and or properly installing and securely tightening the gas cap After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present the Check Engine light should turn off A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city highway driving No additional vehicle service is required If the Check Engine light remains on have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity Light is blinking Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter You should drive in a moderate fashion avoid heavy acceleration and deceleratio
129. eived including interference that may cause undesired operation 108 Controls and features Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment Memory seat feature if equipped The remote entry system can also control the memory seat feature Press the control once to unlock the driver s door and move the memory seat feature to the corresponding memory position just as if you had pressed the memory control in the vehicle When your dealer programs new transmitters e the first transmitter programmed will recall memory position one e the second transmitter programmed will recall memory position two e the third transmitter programmed will recall memory position three e the fourth transmitter programmed will not recall a memory position Memory positions can be changed at any time The memory feature can be deactivated or reactivated by performing the following 1 Make sure the ignition is off and all doors and the liftgate window are closed Turn the ignition key from OFF to ON Press the power door unlock control three times Turn the ignition key from ON to OFF Press the power door unlock control three times Turn the ignition back to ON The horn will chirp 7 Press the unlock control two times then press the lock control The horn will chirp twice if the remote memory seat feature was deactivate
130. er e GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Maximum combined weight of towing vehicle including passengers and cargo and the trailer The GCWR indicates the maximum loaded weight that the vehicle is designed to tow e Maximum Trailer Weight Rating Maximum weight of a trailer the vehicle is permitted to tow The maximum trailer weight rating is determined by subtracting the vehicle curb weight for each engine transmission combination any required option weight for trailer towing and the weight of the driver from the GCWR for the towing vehicle e Maximum Trailer Weight Maximum weight of a trailer the loaded vehicle including passengers and cargo is permitted to tow It is determined by subtracting the weight of the loaded trailer towing vehicle from the GCWR for the towing vehicle e Trailer Weight Range Specified weight range that the trailer must fall within that ranges from zero to the maximum trailer weight rating Remember to figure in the tongue load of your loaded trailer when figuring the total weight Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label Do not use replacement tires with lower load carrying capacities than the originals because they may lower the vehicle s GVWR and GAWR limitations Replacement tires with a higher limit than the originals do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations The Safety Certification Label found on the driver s door pillar lists several important vehicl
131. er a 8 CLEANING rere ee 260 COOIAN PAA EEEE 223 idle speed control 0 236 lubrication specifications 0 269 272 refill capacities 0 0 0 266 service points serres 215 217 starting after a collision 190 Engine block heater 153 Engine Gil access ieesvcavaecdeseeverieseess 217 checking and adding 217 GDS UCK cee eect eea 217 filter specifications 220 266 recommendations cc0 220 refill capacities ce 266 specifications 269 272 Exhaust fumes ccceseeees 153 F Floor Mats saeerpadiriiise iaeia 105 Fluid capacities wee 266 FOglamps mesecema 21 Four Wheel Drive vehicles 12 168 290 control trac oe 33 168 description cceeeee 169 170 driving off road 171 174 electronic Shift eee 33 preparing to drive your VENICE ccccidecasiss seseaceceioeieciesasedes 158 Fuel iracar kiain 244 calculating fuel ECONOMY sccaeiscessusrcsaenssaedenys 18 248 CAD eerie a rie RES 9 247 CADACILY siaren nin aaa 266 choosing the right fuel 246 comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates 251 detergent in fuel c ee 247 filling your vehicle with fuel sesissiisiss 244 247 249 filter specifications 248 266 fuel pump shut off switch 190 BAUE snena ea sE 16 improving fuel economy 248 OCTANE TANE crocs 246 272 guality sree nE 246 running out of
132. er for long distances your vehicle will require more frequent service intervals Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for more information Trailer towing tips e Practice turning stopping and backing up before starting on a trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination When turning make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles e Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached e The trailer tongue weight should be no more than 10 15 of the loaded trailer weight e After you have traveled 80 km 50 miles thoroughly check your hitch electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts e When stopped in traffic for long periods of time in hot weather place the gearshift in P Park automatic transmissions or N Neutral manual transmissions This aids engine cooling and air conditioner efficiency e Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade If you must park on a grade place wheel chocks under the trailer s wheels Launching or retrieving a boat When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval e Do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper and 186 Driving e Do not allow waves to break higher than 15 cm 6 inches above the bottom edge of the rear bumper Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter critical vehicle components adversely affecting driveability emissions reliability and caus
133. ersing through the disc e Press p to select the next disc in the CD changer Hold the control to fast forward through the remaining discs q SEEK p D Seek function The seek function control works in radio or CD mode Seek function in radio mode e Press lt Q to find the next listenable station down the frequency band 4 is p e Press B gt to find the next DIBCS listenable station up the frequency band Seek function for CD mode e Press lt q to seek to the previous track of the current disc If a selection has been playing for three seconds or more and you press A the CD changer will replay that selection from the beginning e Press gt to seek forward to the next track of the current disc After the last track has been completed the first track of the current disc will automatically replay Scan function The scan function works in radio or CD mode 44 Controls and features Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band Press the SCAN control again to stop the scan mode Scan function in CD mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the CD The CD scans in a forward direction wrapping back to the first track at the end of the CD To stop on a particular selection press the control again Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you B to increase or decrease the audio A
134. ervice e the sound of the exhaust system changes e the vehicle has been damaged in a collision WARNING Engine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In addition certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm 153 Starting Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped in an open area for long periods of time open the windows at least 2 5 cm one inch Adjust the heating or air conditioning if equipped to bring in fresh air Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of snow leaves and other debris 154 Driving BRAKES Your service brakes are self adjusting Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled maintenance Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not indicate a performance concern with the vehicle s brake system In normal operation automotive brake systems may emit occasional or intermittent squeal or groan noises when the brakes are applied Such noises are usually heard during the first few brake applications in the morning however they may be heard at any time while braking and can be aggravated by environmental conditions
135. eservoir manual transmission Battery 10 Air filter assembly 11 Engine coolant reservoir SOO SS Oe Ot Go a 215 Maintenance and care 4 0L SOHC V6 engine 1 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2 Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 3 Engine oil filler cap 4 Engine oil dipstick 5 Brake fluid reservoir 6 Power distribution box 7 Battery 8 Power steering fluid reservoir 9 Air filter assembly 10 Engine coolant reservoir 216 Maintenance and care 5 0L V8 engine Engine coolant reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir Engine oil filler cap Automatic transmission fluid dipstick Brake fluid reservoir Power distribution box Battery Power steering fluid reservoir CONAN A WN HE Engine oil dipstick 10 Air filter assembly ENGINE OIL 927 Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan 217 Maintenance and care 3 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park automatic transmissions or 1 First manual transmissions 4 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 5 Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator dipstick NI Ae ZX ZZ e 4 0L V6 engines
136. f the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation to its optimum shift feel 1 Use only a 12 volt supply to start your vehicle 2 Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle s electrical system 3 Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving parts 4 Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables Ensure that vent caps are tight and level 5 Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical surges Turn all other accessories off 204 Roadside emergencies Connecting the jumper cables 1 Connect the positive booster cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting battery 205 Roadside emergencies 3 Connect the negative cable to the negative terminal of the assisting battery 4 Make the final connection of the negative cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle s engine away from the battery and the carburetor fuel injection system Do not use
137. fabric Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner Remove fresh spots immediately Do not use household or glass cleaners These agents can stain and discolor the fabric Use a mild soap and water solution if necessary Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts Clean the safety belts with a mild soap solution recommended for cleaning upholstery or carpets Do not bleach or dye the belts because these actions may weaken the belt webbing Check the safety belt system periodically to make sure there are no nicks wear or cuts If your vehicle has been involved in an accident refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in the Seating and safety restraints chapter Cleaning leather seats if equipped To clean simply use a soft cloth dampened with water and a mild soap Wipe the leather again with a damp cloth to remove soap residue Dry with a soft cloth For tougher soiling concerns Ford recommends using the Deluxe Leather Care Kit F8AZ 19G253 AA which is available from your Ford Dealer This mild cleaner and special pad cleans the leather and maintains its natural beauty Follow the instructions on the cleaner label Regular cleaning of your leather upholstery helps maintain its resiliency and color 264 Maintenance and care Do not use household cleaning products alcohol solutions solvents or cleaners intended for rubber vinyl or plastics Woodtone trim Wipe stains with a soft cloth and a multi pur
138. fe left e engine oil level e voltage level e engine coolant temperature e washer fluid level e fuel level The engine oil life left has two phases The first display will indicate the oil change status OK SOON REQUIRED The second display will indicate the percentage of oil life remaining The display OIL TEMP SIGNAL ERROR indicates a problem with the system Following this display contact your dealer or qualified service technician for system maintenance Operating the message center during system check The message center controls can be operated as follows during the system check sequence 1 Press the system check controls to advance to the next display 2 Press the reset control to immediately conclude the system check 3 Press the range fuel status or fuel economy control to conclude the system check and display the requested feature 4 Press the metric English control to conclude the system check and change the previous display to the new mode 5 Press the oil change reset control to conclude the system check and begin the oil change reset procedure An oil change is recommended whenever indicated by the message center Use only recommended engine oils The message center will tell you the percent of oil life left during system check This percentage is based on your driving history and the time since your last oil change In order to ensure accurate oil life left indications you should only perform the foll
139. federal safety standards For more information on this matter call toll free 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at HomeLink jci com 94 Controls and features Programming 1 Prepare for programming the HomeLink Universal Transceiver by erasing the three factory default codes by holding down the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash after 20 seconds Release both buttons 2 Hold the end of your hand held transmitter 5 14 cm 2 5 inches away from the HomeLink Universal Transceiver surface located on your visor while keeping the red light in view 3 Using both hands simultaneously press and hold the hand held transmitter button and the desired HomeLink button Do not release the buttons until step 4 has been completed Some entry gates and garage door S openers may require you to replace step 3 with the procedure in the Canadian Programing section 4 The red light will flash slowly and then rapidly Release both buttons when the red light flashes rapidly 5 Follow steps 2 through 4 to program the remaining two buttons If you do not successfully program the HomeLink Universal Transceiver after repeated attempts refer to Rolling code programing which follows or call toll free customer assistance 1 800 355 3515 or on the Internet at HomeLink jci com Canadian Programming During programming your hand held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after two seconds which m
140. fuel 247 safety information relating to automotive fuels 244 FUSES eea 191 198 G Garage door opener 90 94 Gas cap see Fuel cap 9 247 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 00 248 GAUSES sessed ETES 14 battery voltage gauge 16 engine coolant temperature PAUSE o rriar iaei 14 engine oil pressure gauge 16 fuel SIUE oriire 16 odometer oc eeeeeceeeseeeeesseeeeees 15 Speedometer cccccecceccesseeeees 14 tachometer cccccecesseeeesseees 15 trip odometer nosinis 15 GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating sccssescceveds cisceasraderazevesacceesy 176 calculating a c secceesstsaccciwesesieszeds 178 GOTMIGION 4 8 3 3s ncesiassdebstessecess 176 driving with a heavy load 176 LOCATION ene eeen ET 176 GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight RAGING Jie eas ott stersee tenets 176 calculating sesona 176 178 definitori sorse 176 driving with a heavy load 176 LOCATION woe eeeeeeeececestsceeeesteeeeetaees 176 H Hazard flashers cccccceeeees 190 Head restraints 119 128 Headlamps cccccecesssceeesseeeeees 21 PALS renee A in a 259 autolamp system ceeeee 99 bulb specifications 0 258 daytime running lights 21 flash tO PASS ecccceccesseeeeeseeees 22 Nigh Dearm c 2 si cecseeveantaaedes 11 21 replacing bulbs sirisser 254 turning on and off 0 21 Warning Chime sessies 13 Heating soseer 22 heating and ai
141. fully released but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated the brakes may not be working properly See your dealer or a qualified service technician Driving with a 4 speed automatic transmission if equipped To put your vehicle in gear start the engine depress the brake pedal then move gearshift lever out of P Park Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift lever from P Park to another position If you do not hold the brake pedal down your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone 160 Driving Understanding gearshift positions P Park Always come to a complete stop before shifting into P Park Make P RN D r sure the gearshift lever is securely POSS latched in P Park This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift lever is latched in P Park Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle R Reverse With the gearshift in R Reverse the vehicle will move backward Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R Reverse N Neutral With the gearshift in N Neutral the vehicle can be started and is P RN D 21 TE P RNO21 I free to roll Hold the brake pedal down while in this gear Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy Transmission operates in gears one through four PRNQ 21 Ca
142. hazard lights control to activate all hazard flashers simultaneously e Depress control again to turn the flashers off RESETTING THE FUEL PUMP SHUT OFF SWITCH Hh The fuel pump shut off switch is a device intended to stop the electric fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt After a collision if the engine cranks but does not start the fuel pump shut off switch may have been activated 190 Roadside emergencies The fuel pump shut off switch is located in the passenger s foot well by the kick panel Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut off switch 1 Turn the ignition to the OFF position 2 Check the fuel system for leaks 3 If no fuel leak is apparent reset the fuel pump shut off switch by pushing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition to the ON position Pause for a few seconds and return the key to the OFF position 5 Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working a fuse may have blown Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components 191 Roadside emergencies Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire
143. he instrument panel registers FLOOR Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside air through the floor ducts However the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode FLReDEF Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts and the floor ducts Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode The air will be heated or cooled based on the temperature selection For added customer comfort the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the windshield defroster ducts If the temperature is about 6 C 43 F or higher the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging DEFY Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts It can be used to clear ice or fog from the windshield If the outside air temperature is about 6 C 43 F or higher the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging OFF Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate For short periods of time only use this mode to reduce undesirable odors from entering the vehicle 29 Controls and features Rear fan off Press REAR FAN OFF to turn off the rear console fan This overrides the rear console fan speed control D T The EATC display window will indicate REAR FAN OFF The rear console fan will remain off until REAR FAN OFF
144. his is normal Pressing RES RSM RESUME will re engage it Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved To set a higher set speed e Press and hold SET SET ACC SET ACCEL Release the control when the desired vehicle speed is reached or Press and release SET SET ACC SET ACCEL to operate the Tap Up function Each press will increase the set speed by 1 6 km h 1 mph or e Accelerate with your accelerator pedal When the desired vehicle speed is reached press and release SET SET ACC SET ACCEL 83 Controls and features You can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speed control usage Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle to the previously programmed set speed To set a lower set speed 84 Press and hold CST COAST Release the control when the desired speed is reached or Press and release CST COAST to operate the Tap Down function Each press will decrease the set speed by 1 6 km h 1 mph or SET ACCEL Depress the brake pedal When the desired vehicle speed is reached press SET SET ACC SET ACCEL Controls and features To disengage speed control e Depress the brake pedal or e Depress the clutch pedal if equipped Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed A Aca Gr
145. hrough the windshield When the engine is cool add a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water to the engine coolant reservoir until the coolant is at the cold fill level or within the cold fill range as listed in the engine coolant reservoir depending upon application e NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60 e NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40 225 Maintenance and care e Engine coolant concentrations above 60 or below 40 will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage Plain water may be added in an emergency but you must replace it with a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible Check the coolant level in the reservoir before you drive your vehicle the next few times with the engine cool If necessary add a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water to the engine coolant reservoir until the coolant level is at the cold fill level or within the cold fill range as listed on the reservoir depending upon application Have your dealer check the engine cooling system for leaks if you have to add more than 1 0 liter 1 0 quart of engine coolant per month To avoid scalding hot steam or coolant from being released from the engine cooling system never remove the reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot Failure to follow this warning may result in damage to the e
146. i 120 steering Column eeeeeee 89 Coolant checking and adding 223 refill capacities 1 00 227 266 specifications s 269 272 Cruise control see Speed control 0 0 82 Customer Assistance 00 189 Ford accessories for your VENICIO sess cisessavssotensaccisecscivesdeess 282 Ford Extended Service Plan 275 Getting assistance outside the U S and Canada 281 Getting roadside assistance 189 Getting the service you need ccccecssseccsesseeeeeseees 275 Ordering additional owner s literature ccceeceessseceeseees 286 The Dispute Settlement BO ath oie sede civics ER 278 Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration PLO STANT cz ja siceseverrccacsteraccasiseees 281 D Daytime running lamps see LAMPS cccccccccesesseeeees 21 Defrost rear WINdOW 0cccccccceeeeeeeees 33 Dipstick automatic transmission PAGE ez ccteaeetvsteacosctzaricacass 229 231 ENGINE Oil crisare 217 Doors door ajar Warning s 12 lubricant specifications 269 Driveline universal joint and Slip YOKE oc eeeeeeeeeeeeee 235 Index Driving under special CONCITIONS e eee 172 175 IALO TO D TA 171 172 174 SONG ainarak 172 174 snow and ice 171 173 174 176 through water 172 174 179 E Emergencies roadside Jump starting oe eee 204 Emission control system 252 HSIN EY 02s ahissyerss S 272 check engine service engine SOOM SAG ars
147. in some states In the United States a warranty dispute must be submitted to the Dispute Settlement Board before taking action under the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act or to the extent allowed by state law before pursuing replacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws This dispute handling procedure is not required prior to enforcing state created rights or other rights which are independent of the Magnuson Moss Warranty Act or state replacement or repurchase laws 277 Customer assistance THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD U S only The Dispute Settlement Board is e an independent third party arbitration program for warranty disputes e available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Company vehicles The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations modify procedures and or to discontinue this service without notice and without incurring obligations per applicable state law What kinds of cases does the Board review Unresolved warranty repair concerns or vehicle performance as designed concerns on Ford and Lincoln Mercury cars and Ford and Lincoln Mercury light trucks which are within the terms of any applicable written new vehicle warranty are eligible for review except those involving e anon Ford product e anon Ford dealership e sales disputes between customer and dealer except those associated with warranty
148. incoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service or if you need more help than the dealership could provide after following the steps described above contact the Ford Customer Assistance Center to find an authorized dealership to help you 276 Customer assistance In the United States Ford Motor Company Customer Assistance Center 16800 Executive Plaza Drive P O Box 6248 Dearborn Michigan 48121 1 800 521 4140 TDD for the hearing impaired 1 800 232 5952 In Canada Customer Assistance Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited P O Box 2000 Oakville Ontario L6J 5E4 1 800 565 3673 FORD In order to help you service your Ford or Lincoln Mercury vehicle please have the following information available when contacting a Customer Assistance Center e Your telephone number home and business e The name of the dealer and the city where the dealership is located e The year and make of your vehicle e The date of vehicle purchase e The current odometer reading e The vehicle identification number VIN If you still have a complaint involving a warranty dispute you may wish to contact the Dispute Settlement Board U S or the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP available in all of Canada except Quebec In some states in the U S you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state s warranty laws Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt
149. increase the risk of injury in a collision Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat NEVER place a rear facing child seat in front of an active air bag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back 7 eo 137 Seating and safety restraints How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates air bag inflation The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation Front air bags are designed to inflate in frontal and near frontal collisions not rollover side impact or rear impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration The air bags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation After air bag deployment it is normal to notice a smoke like powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant This may consist of cornstarch talcum powder to lubricate the bag or sodium compounds e g baking soda that result from the combustion process that inflates the air bag Small amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes but none of the residue is toxic While the system is designed
150. ing internal transmission damage Replace the rear axle lubricant anytime the axle has been submerged in water Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailer into the water Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after the trailer is removed from the water Recreational towing all wheels on the ground Neutral tow kit accessory On vehicles equipped with a 4 0L engine an accessory is available that allows you to tow your vehicle behind another vehicle with all the wheels on the ground Contact your dealer for more details Do not tow your vehicle with all wheels on the ground unless you install the neutral tow kit as vehicle damage may occur Follow these guidelines for your specific powertrain combination to tow your vehicle with all four wheels on the ground such as behind a recreational vehicle These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damaged due to insufficient lubrication All Rear Wheel Drive RWD vehicles This applies to all cars and 4x2 trucks sport utilities with rear wheel drive capability An example of recreational towing is towing your vehicle behind a Motorhome The following recreational towing guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damaged e Place the transmission in N Neutral e Maximum speed is 56 km h 85 mph e Maximum d
151. ion above 50 NEVER increase the coolant concentration above 60 increased engine coolant concentrations above 60 will decrease the overheat protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate freeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in the winter months If you drive in extremely hot climates it is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration above 40 NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40 decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate protection at the temperatures in which you drive 227 Maintenance and care Vehicles driven year round in non extreme climates should use a 50 50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system and engine protection CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules If adding fluid is necessary use only ME
152. istance is 80 km 50 miles If a distance of 80 km 50 miles or a speed of 56 km h 85 mph must be exceeded you must disconnect the driveshaft Ford recommends the driveshaft be removed installed only by a qualified technician See your local dealer for driveshaft removal installation 187 Driving Improper removal installation of the driveshaft can cause transmission fluid loss damage to the driveshaft and internal transmission components RWD vehicles with 4x4 electronic shift transfer case or All Wheel Drive AWD vehicles with automatic transmissions Regarding recreational towing or having your vehicle towed 4x4 vehicles with electronic shift on the fly and AWD vehicles cannot be towed with any wheels on the ground with the exception of moving it as a disabled vehicle off the road out of traffic LUGGAGE RACK Maximum load is 90 kg 200 lbs evenly distributed If it is not possible to distribute the load position it as far rearward as possible Adjustable tie down loops must be used to secure the load To adjust cross bar position 1 Loosen the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross bar both cross bars are adjustable 2 Slide the cross bar to the desired location 3 Tighten the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross bar To remove the cross bar assembly from the roof rack side rails 1 Loosen the thumbwheel at both ends of the cross bar both cross bars are adjustable 2 Slide the cross ba
153. kers on or off VOLUME MODE Canes L lt q SEEK B MEMORY ees 5 ae gt O A Using headphones Plug a 3 5 mm headphone not included into the A jack Press the speaker on off control to operate the headphones The rear speakers will cut out once the speaker on off control is pressed The front speaker will remain playing for the front passengers Press the control again to deactivate the headphones 75 Controls and features Mode select Push the MODE control to toggle between AM FM1 FM2 tape CD or CD changer if equipped Memory preset control Push the MEMORY control successively to allow rear seat passengers to scroll through the 6 memory presets in AM FM1 or FM2 Push the MEMORY control in CD changer mode if equipped to advance to the next disc Seek function e In radio mode press lt q to find the next listenable station down the frequency band e In radio mode press P to find the next listenable station up the frequency band e In tape mode use the SEEK function to access the next gt or previous lt q selection e In CD mode if equipped use VOLUME MODE N C l E lt q SEEK B MEMORY Caen SR ao IO P4 VOLUME MODE A E lt q SEEK gt MEMORY Cl E Gado Pi VOLUME MODE gt TO aD 4 SEEK gt MEMORY CI R_S UAOO IO P the SEEK function to access the next P or previous lt selection T6
154. king on steep downgrades Upshifts can be made by shifting to 2 Second or to PRNO2z ooo e Overdrive Selecting 1 Low at higher speeds causes the transmission to shift to a lower gear and will shift to 1 Low after vehicle decelerates to the proper speed 162 Driving Forced Downshifits To gain acceleration in Overdrive or Drive O D OFF when passing another vehicle push the accelerator to the floor The transmission will downshift to the appropriate gear third second or first gear Driving with a 5 speed automatic transmission if equipped Your automatic transmission electronically controls the shift feel by using an adaptive learning strategy This feature is designed to increase durability and provide consistent shift feel over the life of the vehicle It is normal for a new transmission to shift firmly This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission Once the vehicle is at operating temperature it may take several shifts at the same operating condition for the transmission to properly adapt Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation The more varied the driving habits speed and torque the longer it may take to adapt but the more complete the process will be When the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed the transmission must learn its adaptive strategy As a result of this the transmi
155. lamp 161 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted To replace all instrument panel lights see your dealer 258 Maintenance and care 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 headlamps should be checked by a qualified service technician CLEANING AND CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE Refer to the Customer Assistance chapter for a list of Ford approved cleaners polishes and waxes Washing your vehicle Wash your vehicle regularly with cold or lukewarm water Never use strong detergents or soap If your vehicle is particularly dirty use a quality car wash detergent Always use a clean sponge washing glove or similar device and plenty of water for best results To avoid spots avoid washing when the hood is still warm immediately after or during exposure to strong sunlight During winter months it is especially important to wash the vehicle on a regular basis Large quantities of dirt and road salt are difficult to remove and also cause damage to the vehicle Any gasoline spilled on the vehicle or deposits such as bird droppings should be washed and sponged off as soon as possible Deposits not removed promptly can cause damage to the vehicle s paintwork Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car wash If you have wax applied to the vehicle at a commercial car wa
156. le doors when e all doors are closed e the engine is running and e you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion The autolock feature repeats when e any door except the drivers door is opened then closed while the engine is running and e you put the vehicle in motion Deactivating autolock Before following the activation or deactivation procedures make sure that the ignition is OFF and all vehicle doors and liftgate window are closed 1 Enter the 5 digit entry code 114 Controls and features 2 Press and release the 3 4 control while holding the 7 8 control ta 3 4 5 6 7 8 m0 3 Release the 7 8 control The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice one short and one long chirp if autolock was activated To reactivate autolock repeat steps 1 through 3 Autolock can also be activated or deactivated using the following procedure You must complete steps 1 through 5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated If the procedure needs to be repeated you must wait 30 seconds 1 Turn the ignition key from OFF to ON ACC 2 Press the power door UNLOCK control three times 3 Turn the ignition key from ON ACC to OFF 4 Press the power door UNLOCK control three times 5 Turn the ignition key from OFF to ON ACC A horn chirp indicates the enable disable feature is entered 6 Press the power door UNLOCK control one time 7 Pres
157. le has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair 1 Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm 2 Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder 3 Never use a single belt for more than one person Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints Energy Management Feature e This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management feature at the front passenger seating position to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head on collision e This safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to pay out webbing in a controlled manner This feature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant s chest 126 Seating and safety restraints After any vehicle collision the safety belt system at all outboard seating positions except driver which has no automatic locking retractor feature must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still functioning properly In addition all safety belts should be checked for proper function BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the safety belt assembly automatic locking retractor feature or any other safety belt function is not
158. ll reduce fuel economy e Use recommended engine oil Refer to Lubricant Specifications Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in your vehicle scheduled maintenance guide Conditions e Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy approximately 0 4 km L 1 mpg is lost for every 180 kg 400 lb of weight carried e Adding certain accessories to your vehicle for example bug deflectors rollbars light bars running boards ski luggage racks may reduce fuel economy Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy e Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first 12 16 km 8 10 miles of driving Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to driving on hilly terrain e Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal e Four wheel drive operation Gif equipped is less fuel efficient than two wheel drive operation e Close windows for high speed driving EPA window sticker Every new vehicle should have the EPA window sticker Contact your dealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your vehicle The EPA window sticker should be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons with other vehicles It is important to note the
159. lt if the engine is left running e Use the same filling rate setting low medium high each time the tank is filled e Allow no more than 2 automatic click offs when filling e Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating e Use a known quality gasoline preferably a national brand e Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the same direction each time you fill up e Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time Your results will be most accurate if your filling method is consistent Calculating fuel economy 1 Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading in kilometers or miles 2 Each time you fill the tank record the amount of fuel added in liters or gallons 3 After at least three to five tank fill ups fill the fuel tank and record the current odometer reading 4 Subtract your initial odometer reading from the current odometer reading 249 Maintenance and care 5 Follow one of the simple calculations in order to determine fuel economy Multiply liters used by 100 then divide by total kilometers traveled Divide total miles traveled by total gallons used Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving city or highway This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle s fuel economy under current driving conditions Additionally keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impa
160. ly Working with the engine on e Automatic transmission 1 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park 2 Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running e Manual transmission 1 Set the parking brake depress the clutch and place the gearshift in neutral 2 Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running OPENING THE HOOD am 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located under the steering column on the instrument panel 213 Maintenance and care 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located in the center between the hood and the grill EA feat Ny b io SS 0 q A gr a eA 3 Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open 214 Maintenance and care IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4 0L OHV V6 engine Windshield washer fluid reservoir Engine oil filler cap Transmission fluid dipstick automatic transmission Engine oil dipstick Power steering fluid reservoir Brake fluid reservoir Power distribution box Clutch fluid r
161. m off with the power control before switching off the ignition AM FM select The AM FM select control works in radio tape and CD modes AM FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands Press the control to switch between AM FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations AM FM select in tape mode Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play AM FM select in CD mode Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play Tune adjust The tune control works in radio or CD mode Tune adjust in radio mode e Press lt q to move to the next frequency down the band whether or not a listenable station is located there Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly gt e Press gt to move to the next frequency up the band whether or not a listenable station is located there Hold for quick movement Controls and features Tune adjust for CD changer if equipped e Press lt q to select the previous disc in the CD changer Play will begin on the first track of the disc unless the CD changer is in shuffle mode Refer to Shuffle feature for more information Hold the control to continue reversing through the disc e Press gt to select the next disc in the CD changer Hold the control to fast forward through the remaining discs lt 4 TUNE gt A lt 4 TUNE gt th Seek function The seek function control works in radio tape
162. mally e Do not place objects over the defroster outlets These objects can block airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshield Also avoid placing small objects on top of your instrument panel These objects can fall down into the defroster outlets and block airflow and possibly damage your climate control system Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop Electronic Automatic Temperature Control EATC system o TUF OFF 1 AUTO REAR FAN OFF woman g if equipped The EATC system will maintain a selected temperature and automatically control airflow You can override automatic operation fwe Coe p ra Cron Frae or H Hl with any of the override controls the fan speed control or the steering wheel controls 25 Controls and features Turning the EATC on Press AUTOMATIC any of the override controls or the fan speed control The EATC will only operate when the vehicle is running Turning the EATC off Press OFF sal Automatic operation Press AUTOMATIC and select the desired temperature The selected temperature and the word AUTO will appear in the display window The EATC system will either heat or cool to achieve the selected temperature The system will automatically determine fan speed airflow location and
163. mends gasoline specifications to provide improved performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle Gasolines that meet the World wide Fuel Charter should be used when available Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World wide Fuel Charter In Canada look for fuels that display the Auto Makers Choice logo Cleaner air Ford approves the use of reformulated cleaner burning gasolines to improve air quality These gasolines may contain oxygenates up to 10 ethanol or 15 MTBE Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse affect on powertrain components If you have run out of fuel e You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times after refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to the engine e Your Check Engine indicator may come on For more information on the Check Engine indicator refer to the Instrumentation chapter Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1 8 turn on off feature When fueling your vehicle 1 Turn the engine off 2 Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1 8 of a turn until it stops 3 Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe 4 To install the cap align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the filler pipe 247 Maintenance and care 5 Turn the filler cap clockwise 1 8 of a turn until it stops If
164. n and have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity Under engine misfire conditions excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter the fuel system interior floor coverings or other vehicle components possibly causing a fire Check fuel cap Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position CHECK to ensure your bulb is working FUEL CAP When this light turns on check the fuel filler cap Continuing to operate the vehicle with the check fuel cap light on can activate the Service Engine Soon Check Engine warning light When the fuel filler cap is properly re installed the light s will turn off after a period of normal driving It may take a long period of time for the system to detect an improperly install fuel filler cap For more information refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and care chapter Instrumentation Air bag readiness Momentarily illuminates when the O O ignition is turned ON If the light A fails to illuminate continues to flash PV or remains on have the system serviced immediately Safety belt Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to remind you to fasten your safety belts For more information refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter Brake system warning Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position 0 to ensure the circuit is functional BRAKE Also ill
165. nd clock display mode time When in clock mode the media information will display for 10 seconds when the radio is turned on and then revert to clock information Anytime that the media is changed new radio station etc the media information will again display for 10 seconds before reverting back to the clock In media mode the media information will always be displayed Mute mode Press the control to mute the playing media Press the control again to return to the playing media 58 Controls and features Rear seat controls if equipped The Personal Audio System a S feature of the optional Premium VOLUME MODE AM FM Stereo Cassette Single CD and the MACH Audio System with a C AM FM Stereo Cassette Single CD lt a SEEK B MEMORY allows front and middle seat CID C3 passengers to listen to different media sources radio cassette or CD simultaneously However the L aO o front and middle seat passengers A cannot listen to two different radio stations at the same time To turn on the rear seat controls EW ee press the memory preset controls 3 and 5 at the same time The will appear in the display Pressing 3 and 5 at the same time again will turn the rear seat controls off If there is a discrepancy between the rear seat and the front audio controls such as both trying to listen to the same playing media the front audio system will receive the desired selection V
166. nd middle seat passengers to listen to different media sources radio cassette or CD simultaneously However the front and middle seat passengers cannot listen to two different radio stations at the same time To turn on the rear seat controls press the memory preset controls 3 and 5 at the same time The will appear in the display Pressing 3 and 5 at the same time again will turn the rear seat controls off VOLUME MODE C J0 lt q SEEK B MEMORY een N ao IO OQ If there is a discrepancy between the rear seat and the front audio controls such as both trying to listen to the same playing media the front audio system will receive the desired selection To activate the Personal Audio System press the speaker headphone control Press the MODE control to change audio sources for headphone mode only Use the SEEK VOLUME and MEMORY controls to make adjustments to the playing media 74 VOLUME MODE a 7 a lt q SEEK B MEMORY C JE gt O aO Controls and features Adjusting the volume Press the control to increase J k volume ines MODE Press the control to decrease Cc volume lt q SEEK B MEMORY es KJ OH6 Pi From the rear seat controls volume control can be set no higher than the current radio setting unless the speakers are turned off Refer to Turning speakers on and off Turning the speakers on and off Press to turn all spea
167. nd of the shade toward you and hook the sides into the notches right side first in the rear trim panels To prevent the possibility of injuries the fasteners for the cargo area cover must be properly attached to the mounting clips on the rear trim panels Do not place any objects on the cargo area cover They may obstruct your vision or strike occupants of the vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or collision Rewinding the shade With extended use the cargo shade may lose its spring tension If this occurs the shade must be manually rewound This is a two person operation 106 Controls and features 1 Remove the shade from the vehicle and extend it with the smooth grain facing you 2 Wrap the vinyl around the roller tube twice Tuck the edges of the vinyl inside the end cap with each wrap 3 Fold the edges of the vinyl towards the center making sure that the edges clear the end cap slots Use tape or a rubber band to hold the vinyl to the left side of the tube 4 Push in the right end cap marked RH about 1 4 of the total length to disengage the clutch and hold the end cap in while turning the roller tube toward you 14 times 5 Let go of the right end cap The clutch will now engage and stop the shade from losing its spring tension 6 Unfold the vinyl and place it into the end cap slots 7 Insert the shade into the side mounting brackets and check to make sure that it operates properly
168. nder if it is currently enabled or enable Belt Minder if it is currently disabled 7 Confirmation of disabling Belt Minder is provided by flashing the safety belt warning light four times per second for three seconds 8 Confirmation of enabling Belt Minder is provided by flashing the safety belt warning light four times per second for three seconds followed by three seconds with the safety belt warning light off then followed by flashing the safety belt warning light four times per second for three seconds again 9 After receiving confirmation the deactivation activation procedure is complete 134 Seating and safety restraints Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks wears or cuts replacing if necessary All safety belt assemblies including retractors buckles front seat belt buckle assemblies buckle support assemblies slide bar if equipped shoulder belt height adjusters Gf equipped shoulder belt guide on seatback Cif equipped child safety seat tether bracket assemblies if equipped and attaching hardware should be inspected after a collision Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced However if the collision was minor and a qualified technician finds that the belts do not show damage and continue to operate properly
169. ng through deep water where the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with your vehicle may require the use of a trailer tow option package Trailer towing puts additional loads on your vehicle s engine transmission axle brakes tires and suspension For your safety and to maximize vehicle performance be sure to use the proper equipment while towing Follow these guidelines to ensure safe towing procedure e Stay within your vehicle s load limits e Thoroughly prepare your vehicle for towing Refer to Preparing to tow in this chapter e Use extra caution when driving while trailer towing Refer to Driving while you tow in this chapter e Service your vehicle more frequently if you tow a trailer Refer to the severe duty schedule in the scheduled maintenance guide e Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 800 km 500 miles e Refer to the instructions included with towing accessories for the proper installation and adjustment specifications 179 Driving Do not exceed the maximum loads listed on the Safety Compliance Certification label For load specification terms found on the label refer to Vehicle loading in this chapter Remember to figure in the tongue load of your loaded vehicle when figuring the total weight Trailer towing table 4x2 w manual transmission GCWR Gross Combine
170. ngine s cooling system and possible severe personal injury If you must remove the coolant cap follow these steps to avoid personal injury 1 Before you remove the cap turn the engine off and let it cool 2 When the engine is cool wrap a thick cloth around the cap Slowly turn cap counterclockwise until pressure begins to release 3 Step back while the pressure releases 4 When you are sure that all the pressure has been released use the cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a recycled engine coolant produced by Ford approved processes Not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant which meets Ford specification ESE M97B44 A Use of a recycled engine coolant which does not meet the Ford specification may harm engine and cooling system components 226 Maintenance and care Always dispose of used automotive fluids in a responsible manner Follow your community s regulations and standards for recycling and disposing of automotive fluids Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle s cooling system can hold refer to Refill capacities in the Capacities and specifications chapter Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this chapter Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates less than 36 C 34 FJ it may be necessary to increase the coolant concentrat
171. nic Module GEM Shift Lock Actuator Blend Door Actuator A C Heater Assembly Flasher Overhead Console Load Leveling Module Washer Pump Relay Rear Washer Pump Relay Brake Pressure Switch 14 10A 4 Wheel Anti Lock Brake System 4WABS Module 4WABS Main Relay 194 Roadside emergencies Location Rating Panel Description 16 30A Windshield Wiper Motor Wiper Hi Lo Relay Wiper Run Park Relay 18 25A Drivers Unlock Relay All Unlock a ee Relay All Lock Relay Power Seats 20 7 5A RAP Module Generic Electronic O o O tec Auxiliary Power Socket PCN Used S Clutch Pedal Position CPP Switch Starter Interrupt Relay Anti Theft Generic Electronic Module GEM Instrument Cluster Securi Lock Battery Saver Relay Electronic Shift Relay Interior Lamp Relay Electronic Shift Control Module 27 15A DRL Backup Lamps Switch DTR a ee ees Genede Electronic Module ees rai Memory Set P29 5A dRadio P80 SA Park Lamp Trailer Tow Relay PN Used S 33 15A Headlamps Daytime Running Lamps DRL Module Instrument Cluster 195 Roadside emergencies Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Location Rating Panel Description 34 75A Rear Integrated Control Panel CD 34 35 Rear Blower Motor w EATC 6 3 7 5A EATC Memory CD Rear Integrated Control Panel Memory Seat Message Center Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment The power dist
172. ns are temporarily stored in the memory preset controls until deactivated and are accessed in the same manner of your original presets To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system s manually set memory stations press the AUTO control again Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s bass output Press the BASS control then press lt q to decrease the bass output and P to increase the bass output Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s treble output 53 Controls and features Press the TREB control then press lt q to decrease the treble output and gt to increase the treble output A 4 Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers Press the BAL control then press e lt q to shift sound to the left and e to shift sound to the right Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers Press the FADE control then press P to shift the sound to the front and E to shift the sound to the rear i 4 54 Controls and features Tape CD select e To begin tape play with a tape F loaded into the audio system TAPE while in the radio or CD mode press the TAPE control Press the button during rewind or fast fo
173. nternet at HomeLink jci com if there is difficulty locating the training button 2 Press the training button on the garage door motor head unit which will activate the training light 96 Controls and features 3 Press and release the programmed HomeLink button Press and release the HomeLink button a second time to complete the training process Some garage door openers may require this procedure to be done a third time P to complete the training The 2nd or 3rd press from step 3 will activate the door The HomeLink Universal Transceiver has now been trained to the receiver The remaining two buttons may now be programmed if this has not previously been done Erasing HomeLink buttons Individual buttons cannot be erased however to erase the three programmed buttons 1 Hold down the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash after 20 seconds 2 Release both buttons 7 Reprogramming a single HomeLink button To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained follow these steps 1 Press and hold the desired HomeLink button Do NOT release until step 4 has been completed 2 When the indicator light begins to flash slowly after 20 seconds position the hand held transmitter 5 14 cm 2 to 5 inches away from the HomeLink surface 3 Press and hold the hand held transmitter button 4 The HomeLink indicator light will flash first slowly and
174. oard this is not a requirement and the Board will decide the case whether or not an oral presentation is made Oral presentation may be requested by the Board as well Making a decision Board members review all available information related to each complaint including oral presentations and arrive at a fair and impartial decision 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 that all requested information is received by the Board Since the Board generally meets once a month it may take longer for the Board to consider some cases After a case is reviewed the Board mails you a decision letter and a form on which to accept or reject the Board s decision The decisions of the Board are binding on Ford and in some cases on the dealer but not on consumers who are free to pursue other remedies available to them under state or federal law To Request a DSB Brochure Application For a brochure application speak to your dealer or write call to the Board at the following address phone number Dispute Settlement Board P O Box 5120 Southfield MI 48086 5120 1 800 428 3718 You may also contact the North American Customer Assistance Center at 1 800 392 3673 Ford TDD for the hearing impaired 1 800 232 5952 or by writing to the Center at the following address Ford Motor Company Customer Assistance Center 16800 Executive Plaza Drive P O Box 6248
175. od cccccsscceeenees 3 C Capacities for refilling fluids 266 Cargo area shade snesen 106 Cargo COVED gecssnsvavecsiatstaeacaceaees 106 CD CHANEL sapasi 77 Certification Label 00 274 Child safety restraints 143 child safety belts 143 Child safety seats wc 144 in front Sat sesisissisiriisrisnsos 146 IN Tear S at cece ee eee 146 tether anchorage hardware 148 Cleaning your vehicle 259 engine compartment 260 EXCEVIOF cdssicescsseeascssiadieseess 260 262 exterior lamps eeeeeeee 263 instrument cluster lens 264 instrument panel c008 263 INGETION sssesesecesdesscehesticassee ve 263 264 POUELOTS sso s2sdsesevsvebuskostotsaeessandae tet 265 plastic Parts sccisndvesietasiiees 262 safety belts wo ceceeeeeseeees 264 WASHING seremos pei 259 WAKING aarne aerar ENO EE 259 wheels ssonenssoseossooeesrosersss00e0e 262 WINGOWS ssssccscsessssssscssssesssavsaeis 265 wiper blades ccccccccceeerees 263 woodtone trim occ 265 Climate control see Air conditioning or Heating 22 GIO CK osisssa 41 47 57 70 Clutch PIG MEE AA E TEER 222 operation while driving 166 recommended shift speeds 167 Compass electronic 92 CalTATON dressere annene 94 set zone adjustment 93 CONSOLE paranee eea aenn 103 OVETNEAG srania 90 TEIT oeei 104 Controls POWET SOCAL desn
176. oid vehicle damage from concealed objects such as rocks and stumps You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving Map out your route before driving in the area For more information on driving off road read the Four Wheeling supplement in your owner s portfolio If your vehicle gets stuck If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting from forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts in a steady pattern Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damage to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may overheat Do not spin the wheels at over 56 km h 35 mph The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander Sand When driving over sand try to keep all four wheels on the most solid area of the trail Do not reduce the tire pressures but shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels Mud and water If you must drive through high water drive slowly Traction or brake capability may be limited 174 Driving When driving through water determine the depth avoid water higher than the bottom of the hubs if possible and proceed slowly If the ignition system gets wet the vehicle may stall
177. oir cap before removal to prevent dirt or water from entering the reservoir 2 Visually inspect the fluid level 3 If necessary add brake fluid from a clean un opened container until the level reaches MAX Do not fill above this line 4 Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid certified to meet Ford specifications Refer to Lubricant specifications in the Capacities and specifications chapter Brake fluid is toxic If brake fluid contacts the eyes flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes Seek medical attention if irritation persists If taken internally drink water and induce vomiting Seek medical attention immediately If you use a brake fluid that is not DOT 3 you will cause permanent damage to your brakes Do not let the reservoir for the master cylinder run dry This may cause the brakes to fail 221 Maintenance and care CLUTCH FLUID IF EQUIPPED Check the clutch fluid level Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules During normal operation the fluid level in the clutch reservoir should remain constant If the fluid level drops refill the fluid level to the step in the reservoir Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid designed to meet Ford specifications Refer to Capacities and specifications Brake fluid is toxic If brake fluid contacts the eyes flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes Seek medical if irritation persists If taken internally drink water and induce vomiting
178. olant CHECK temperature is high the engine oil pressure is low or the fuel gauge is GAGE at or near empty The ignition must be in the ON position for this lamp to illuminate The lamp will also stay illuminated after the ignition is turned to the ON position Refer to Engine coolant temperature gauge Engine oil pressure gauge or Fuel gauge in this chapter for more information 11 Instrumentation Four wheel drive low if equipped Momentarily illuminates when the 4 WD ignition is turned to the ON START position Illuminates when LOW four wheel drive low is engaged If the light continues to flash have the system serviced Four wheel drive high if equipped Momentarily illuminates when the 4AWD ignition is turned to the START position Illuminates when HIGH four wheel drive high is engaged If the light continues to flash have the system serviced Door ajar Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON or START position and any DOOR door is open AJAR O D off if equipped Iluminates when the Transmission 0 D Control Switch TCS refer to Overdrive control in the Controls OFF and Features chapter has been pushed turning the transmission overdrive function OFF When the light is on the transmission does not operate in the overdrive mode refer to the Driving chapter for transmission function and operation The light may also flash steadily if a transmission malfunction is detected If the light does not come on
179. ols will all store the last strong station available To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system s manually set memory stations press the AUTO control again Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s bass output Press the BASS control then press 66 Controls and features A to decrease bass output and gt to increase bass output Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s treble output Press the TREB control then press e lt q to decrease treble output and gt to increase treble output Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be Ve adjusted between the right and left sal speakers Press the BAL control then press e lt q to shift sound to the left and e to shift sound to the right 67 Controls and features Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers Press the FADE control then press gt to shift sound to the front and E to shift sound to the rear Tape CD CD changer if equipped select e To begin tape play with a tape 4 loaded into the audio system gt TAPE while in the radio or CD mode X press the TAPE control Press the button during rewind or fast forward to stop the rewind or fast forward function e To begin CD play if CD s are loaded press
180. on damage structural damage loss of control and personal injury Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle See your dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you require assistance Hitches Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper Use a load carrying hitch You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10 of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue Use a frame mounted weight distributing hitch for trailers over 1 588 kg 3 500 Ib 184 Driving Safety chains Always connect the trailer s safety chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle To connect the trailer s safety chains cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners If you use a rental trailer follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to you Do not attach safety chains to the bumper Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual automatic or surge type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer s specifications The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal regulations Do not connect a trailer s hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle s brake system Your vehicle may not have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR Trailer lamps
181. on the warranty repair needed the vehicle may need to be taken to another dealer If a particular dealership can not assist you then contact the Customer Assistance Center 275 Customer assistance If you have questions or concerns or are unsatisfied with the service you are receiving follow these steps 1 Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at your selling servicing dealership 2 If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved contact the Sales Manager or Service Manager at the dealership 3 If the inquiry or concern cannot be resolved at the dealership level please contact the Ford Customer Assistance Center Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada dealerships also carry quality parts and accessories providing you with equipment reliability Away from home If you own a Ford or Mercury vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service or if you need more help than the dealership could provide after following the steps described above contact the Ford Customer Assistance Center to find an authorized dealership to help you In the United States Ford Motor Company Customer Assistance Center 16800 Executive Plaza Drive P O Box 6248 Dearborn Michigan 48121 1 800 392 3673 FORD TDD for the hearing impaired 1 800 232 5952 In Canada Customer Assistance Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited P O Box 2000 Oakville Ontario L6J 5E4 1 800 565 3673 FORD If you own a L
182. ont of vehicle to move A the lumbar support forward for more direct support l Turn the lumbar support control toward the rear of vehicle to move the lumbar support back for less A direct support gt 122 Seating and safety restraints Using the power lumbar support if equipped The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat Press one side of the control to adjust firmness Press the other side of the control to adjust softness REAR SEATS Head restraints Your vehicle s seats may be equipped with head restraints which are vertically adjustable The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision To properly adjust your head restraints lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible Refer to the following to raise and lower the head restraints Push or pull the head rests to the A desired position y Folding rear seats if equipped If the rear seat is equipped with adjustable head restraints they should be placed in the full down position before folding the seat back down 123 Seating and safety restraints 1 Press the lower release control downward to unlatch the seatback 2 Rotate the seatback downward into the load floor position 3 Press down on the top outboard area of the seatback until a click is heard The seat is now latched in the fl
183. oor position 124 Seating and safety restraints To return the seat to the upright position e Press downward on the upper corner of the seatback and hold e Pull the release handle upward to unlatch the seat e Rotate the seatback upward until the seatback latches in the upright position The seatback will click when it is locked into position SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions A Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips AN To reduce the risk of injury make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained Ap 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 125 Seating and safety restraints All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided 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 not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt Each seating position in your vehic
184. orm the programming procedure yourself Programming remote transmitters It is necessary to have all maximum of four original and or new of your remote transmitters available prior to beginning this procedure To program the transmitters yourself Place the key in the ignition and turn from 2 LOCK to 3 OFF and cycle between 3 OFF and 4 ON eight times in rapid succession within 10 seconds with the eighth turn ending in the 4 ON position The doors will lock unlock to confirm that programming mode has been entered Within 20 seconds program a remote transmitter by pressing any button on a transmitter The doors will lock unlock to confirm that the remote transmitter has been programmed If more than 20 seconds pass before pressing a remote transmitter button the programming mode will exit and the procedure will have to be repeated Repeat the previous step to program additional remote transmitters The doors will lock unlock to confirm that each remote transmitter has been programmed When you have completed programming the remote transmitters turn the ignition to 3 OFF Again the doors will lock unlock to confirm programming has been completed 111 Controls and features Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door s or sound the personal alarm The system automatically turns off after 25 seconds or when the ignition is turned to the RUN
185. ount of hiss and static during tape playback Press the DO control to activate and deactivate Dolby noise reduction Dolby noise reduction is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation 40 Controls and features Setting the clock Press CLK to toggle between listening frequencies and clock mode while in radio mode To set the hour press and hold the CLK control and press the SEEK control A to decrease hours and gt to increase hours l 4 4 To set the minute press and hold the CLK control and press the TUNE control lt q to decrease minutes and gt to increase minutes 3 The CLK control will allow you to switch between media display mode radio station stereo information etc and clock display mode time A m Controls and features When in clock mode the media information will display for 10 seconds when the radio is turned on and then revert to clock information Anytime that the media is changed new radio station etc the media information will again display for 10 seconds before reverting back to the clock In media mode the media information will always be displayed AM FM Siereo Single CD Radio VOL PUSH ON OG D V osc Y S a TUNE 4 piscs gt COMP O00000
186. our wallet for quick reference In the United States this card is found in the Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment in Ford vehicles and is mailed to you if you own a Mercury or Lincoln In Canada it is found in the Roadside Assistance book in the glove compartment To receive roadside assistance in the United States for Ford or Mercury vehicles call 1 800 241 3673 or if you own a Lincoln vehicle call 1 800 521 4140 In Canada call 1 800 665 2006 Should you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself Ford will reimburse a reasonable amount To obtain information about reimbursement call 1 800 241 3673 in the United States for Ford or Mercury vehicles or if you own a Lincoln vehicle call 1 800 521 4140 Call 1 800 665 2006 in Canada 189 Roadside emergencies Roadside coverage beyond basic warranty In the United States you may purchase additional roadside assistance coverage beyond this period through the Ford Auto Club by contacting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Similarly in Canada you may purchase additional coverage beyond the basic coverage period by consulting the Ford Roadside Assistance Club brochure or by calling 1 877 294 CLUB 1 877 894 2582 HAZARD FLASHER A Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown approaching danger etc The hazard flashers can be operated when the ignition is off e The hazard lights control is located on top of the steering column Depress
187. owing procedure after you have the oil changed 19 Instrumentation Oil change reset Press the OIL CHANGE RESET control to reset the oil life feature to 100 or your personalized oil reset percentage at optimal driving conditions 100 oil life is equivalent to a maximum of 12 000 kilometers 7 500 miles After you have the oil changed you must press and hold the OIL CHANGE RESET control for five seconds The message center will count down for five seconds After a successful reset the message center will display OIL LIFE RESET TO 100 If you have established a personalized oil reset percentage the display will show that percentage instead of 100 This reset procedure should be performed only after an oil change to ensure accurate oil life indications Your personalized oil reset percentage allows you to establish a smaller oil change interval than the manufacturer s recommended interval To establish your personalized oil reset percentage 1 Press and hold the OIL CHANGE RESET control and press the RESET control while the display is still counting down the five seconds to reset The display will change to START OIL LIFE AT XXX 2 Press the OIL CHANGE RESET control until the displayed percentage is the personalized oil reset percentage you desire Your choices are 100 90 80 70 60 50 40 and 30 3 Press the RESET control to complete the procedure Pressing any control other than RESET or OIL CHAN
188. placing front parking lamp turn signal sidemarker bulbs 5 Remove two screws from the lamp assembly 6 Disengage lamp assembly 7 Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly 8 Carefully pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb 9 Install bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning clockwise 10 Align the parking lamp studs with the plastic grommets on the vehicle and push to snap in place 11 Install two screws on lamp assembly 255 Maintenance and care Replacing tail lamp turn backup lamp bulbs The tail lamp turn backup lamp bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly one just below the other Follow the same steps to replace either bulb 1 Open the liftgate to expose the lamp assemblies 2 Remove the two screws from the lamp assembly 3 Carefully remove the lamp assembly by pulling it rearward 4 Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly 5 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb 6 To complete installation follow the removal procedure in reverse order Replacing foglamp bulbs 1 Remove the bulb socket from the foglamp by turning counterclockwise 2 Disconnect the electrical connector from the foglamp bulb 3 Connect the electrical connector to the new foglamp bulb 4 Install the bulb socket in the foglamp turning clockwise 256 Maintenance and care Replacing license plate
189. pose cleaning solution Inside windows Use Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner E4AZ 19C507 AA for the inside windows if they become fogged Cleaning mirrors Do not clean your mirrors with a dry cloth or abrasive materials Use a soft cloth and mild detergent and water Be careful when removing ice from outside mirrors because you may damage the reflective surface 265 Capacities and specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 4 0L OHV V6 4 0L SOHC V6 5 0L V8 engine engine engine Air filter FA 1658 FA 1658 FA 1658 element Fuel filter FG 986B FG 986B FG 986B Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information VECI decal for spark plug gap information Tf a spark plug is removed for inspection it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder If a spark plug needs to be replaced use only spark plugs with the service number suffix letter as shown on the engine decal REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Application Capacity Name All Brake fluid High Fill to line on Performance reservoir DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Engine oil Motorcraft SAE All 4 7L including filter 5W 30 Super 5 0 quarts change Premium Motor Oil Fuel tank 2 door 17 5 gallons 21 0 gallons Power steering Motorcraft All Fill to line on fluid MERCON ATF reservoir or dipstick 266 Capacities and specifications Name Transmission Motorcraft fluid 1 MERCON ATF 5 6 pints Motorcraft 4R70W 13 1L MERCON
190. r conditioning SYSTE eresio eenas 22 HomeLink universal transceiver see Garage door opener eeeeeeeeeeeee sees 94 98 THOOG sasni eienaar 213 I IONICO sesten 81 272 Infant seats see Safety seats eee 144 Inspection maintenance I M testing sersisreseisrinrssr 253 Instrument panel CLEANING cresceranno iin 263 CUSTE siccssestvtovees tadesaeateyincterss 8 264 lighting up panel ONG WLCTION 22s saanceasdvverseesenn vents 22 location of components 8 J AN AIO 2 sock nc ctsWaatvs ai E 199 IDOSITIONING scssersvenecaceasuneaeeesaeess 199 POTID E naona TRAIT 199 Jump starting your vehicle 204 K Keyless entry system 0 112 tles mae 114 keypad serenrernensn rera 112 locking and unlocking a 001 ae E E E AT 113 114 programming entry code 113 Keys key in ignition chime 13 positions of the ignition 81 L Lamps bulb replacement specifications chart 258 cargo LAMPS vy cciscewcsseascenseevesn tse 22 daytime running light 21 Index fog AMPS 2 0 eee eeeeeeeeeeeeteeeteeees 21 NeadlaMpS ceececceeesseeeesseeees 21 headlamps flash to pass 22 instrument panel dimming 22 replacing bulbs 253 257 Lane change indicator see Turn signal ou 81 TMCS AE So sgsteceeetscisviseaxeednagnedeeds 105 Lights warning and indicator 8 dit DAG vivciscsewedsviveeseidssspigiseseeetss 10
191. r to the end of the rail 3 Use a long flat object in order to depress the tongue in the endcaps on both sides of the cross bar 4 Slide the assemblies off the end To reinstall the cross bar assembly to the roof rack side rails 1 Slide the cross bar assemblies over the end cap tongue and into the side rails 2 Tighten thumbwheel at both ends of the cross bar 188 Roadside emergencies GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern Ford offers a complimentary roadside assistance program This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty The service is available e 24 hours seven days a week e for the Basic warranty period Canada or New Vehicle Limited Warranty period U S of three years or 60 000 km 86 000 miles whichever comes first on Ford and Mercury vehicles and four years or 80 000 km 50 000 miles on Lincoln vehicles Roadside assistance will cover e changing a flat tire e jump starts e lock out assistance e fuel delivery towing of your disabled vehicle to the nearest Ford dealership or your selling dealer if within 25 kms 15 5 miles of the nearest Ford Dealership one tow per disablement Even non warranty related tows like accidents or getting stuck in the mud or snow are covered some exclusions apply such as impound towing or repossession Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in y
192. r use the front or rear differential as a jacking point Roadside emergencies 8 Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench 9 Replace the flat tire with the spare tire making sure the valve stem is facing outward Reinstall the lug nuts cone side in until the wheel is snug against the hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered 10 Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 11 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown 12 Stow the flat tire jack and lug wrench Make sure the jack is fastened so it does not rattle when you drive 13 Turn ON the air suspension switch Gf equipped 14 Unblock the wheels 203 Roadside emergencies JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames sparks or lit cigarettes An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage Do not push start your vehicle You could damage the catalytic converter Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin eyes and clothing if contacted Do not attempt to push start your vehicle Automatic transmissions do not have push start capability Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the transmission must relearn its adaptive strategy As a result of this the transmission may shift firmly This operation is considered normal and will not effect function or durability o
193. rade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure 240 Maintenance and care SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure e Use an accurate tire pressure gauge e Check the tire pressure when tires are cold after the vehicle has been parked for at least one hour or has been driven less than 5 km 3 miles e Adjust tire pressure to recommended specifications found on the Certification Label or the Tire Label Improperly inflated tires can affect vehicle handling and can fail suddenly possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control Tire rotation Because your vehicle s tires perform different jobs they often wear differently To make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer rotate them as indicated in the scheduled maintenance guide If you notice that the tires wear unevenly have them checked The following procedure applies to vehicles equipped with single rear wheels e 15 Four tire rotation NZ AN K A l i 241 Maintenance and care e 16 Five tire rotation 4 lL a j i Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wear band is visible through the tire treads AAN When replacing full size tires never mix radial bias belted or bias type tires Use only
194. raints 3 While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer s instructions Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted 4 Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it 5 To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard 6 Allow the belt to retract The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode 147 Seating and safety restraints 7 Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buckle and pull up on the shoulder belt while pushing down with your knee on the child seat 8 Allow the safety belt to retract to remove any slack in the belt 9 Before placing the child in the seat forcibly tilt the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place 10 Try to pull the belt out of the retractor to make sure the retractor is in the automatic locking mode you should not be able to pull more belt out If the retractor is not locked unbuckle the belt and repeat steps two through nine Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use
195. rear window and wiper blades should be cleaned on a regular basis and blades or rubber elements replaced when worn Cleaning seats equipped with side air bags Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner Remove fresh spots immediately Follow the directions that come with the cleaner Do not saturate the seat cover with upholstery cleaner Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the seat mounted side air bag Such products could contaminate the side air bag system and affect performance of the side air bag in a collision Cleaning the instrument panel Clean with a damp cloth then dry with a dry cloth Avoid cleaner or polish that increases the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection 263 Maintenance and care Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the air bag system Cleaning the instrument cluster lens Clean with a damp cloth then dry with a dry cloth Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the lens Cleaning the overhead console Clean with a damp cloth then wipe dry with a dry cloth Avoid cleaner or polish that increases the gloss of the console The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection Cleaning the interior
196. repairs or concerns with the vehicle s performance as designed e a request for reimbursement of consequential expenses unless a service or product concern is being reviewed e items not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty including maintenance and wear items e alleged personal injury property damage claims e cases currently in litigation e vehicles not used primarily for family personal or household purposes except in states where the Dispute Settlement Board is required to review commercial vehicles e vehicles with non U S warranties Concerns are ineligible for review if the New Vehicle Limited Warranty has expired at receipt of your application and in certain states eligibility is dependent upon the customer s possession of the vehicle Eligibility may differ according to state law For example see the unique brochures for California West Virginia Georgia and Wisconsin purchasers lessees 278 Customer assistance Board membership The Board consists of e three consumer representatives e a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representative Consumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained by an independent consulting firm The dealership Board member is chosen from Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership management recognized for their business leadership qualities What the Board needs To have your case reviewed you must complete the application in the DSB brochure and mail it to the
197. res You may purchase Ford ESP from any participating Ford and Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canada dealer There are several plans available in various time distance and deductible combinations which can be tailored to fit your own driving needs Ford ESP also offers reimbursement benefits for towing and rental coverage In Hawaii rules vary See your dealer for details When you buy Ford ESP you receive Peace of Mind protection throughout the United States and Canada provided by a network of more than 5 000 participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canada dealers If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle you may still be eligible Please contact your dealer for further information Since this information is subject to change please ask your dealer for complete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options or visit the Ford ESP website at www ford esp com Getting the service you need At home Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada have authorized dealerships to service your vehicle When you need warranty repairs your selling dealer would like you to return to it for that service but you may also take your vehicle to another Ford Motor Company or Ford of Canada dealership authorized for warranty repairs Certain warranty repairs require special training though so not all dealers are authorized to perform all warranty repairs That means that depending
198. ribution box contains high current fuses that protect your vehicle s main electrical systems from overloads Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses Always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and care chapter 196 Roadside emergencies res pam eo enh 0 jo E Coq 2X E ol 0 Ee Lo g E l CIN E E Oe C 0 E E a Coa x Ee 2 m o o E 3 ama em N p a Agee oy Le ws TC UTD at Uy The high current fuses are coded as follows Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box SS 3 50A 4 Wheel Anti Lock Brake System SS 4 30A Power Windows Power Moon ie ee ee 6 20A Transfer Case Relay PC Not Used oo 8 20A Air Suspension Po 40a Air Suspension O PT B0A Heated Seats oo 3 0A Heated Backlight 15A Fog Lamps and Daytime Running Lamps 197 Roadside emergencies Fuse Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box POS CC Not Used 6 10A Powertrain Control Module 7 30A 4 Wheel Anti Lock System ee ee sr Po 8 SA Rear Wiper Mo
199. rn ignition to OFF and remove the first SecuriLock key from the ignition 117 Controls and features 3 Within five seconds of turning the ignition to OFF insert the second previously programmed SecuriLock key into the ignition and turn the ignition from OFF to ON maintain ignition in ON for at least one second but no more than five seconds 4 Turn the ignition to OFF and remove the second SecuriLock key from the ignition 5 Within 10 seconds of turning the ignition to OFF insert the unprogrammed SecuriLock key new key valet key into the ignition and turn the ignition from OFF to ON maintain ignition in ON for at least one second This step will program your new SecuriLock key 6 To program additional SecuriLock key s repeat this procedure from step 1 If the programming procedure was successful the new SecuriLock key s will start the vehicle s engine The theft indicator located on the instrument cluster will light for three seconds and then go out If the programming procedure was not successful the new SecuriLock key s will not operate the vehicle s engine The theft indicator will flash on and off Wait at least one minute and then repeat the procedure from step 1 If failure repeats bring your vehicle to your dealership to have the spare SecuriLock key s programmed 118 Seating and safety restraints SEATING Adjustable head restraints if equipped Your vehicle s sea
200. rward to stop the rewind or fast forward function To begin CD play if CD s are loaded press the CD control The first track of the disc will begin playing If returning from radio or tape mode CD play will begin where it stopped last With the dual media audio system press the CD control to toggle between single CD and CD changer play if equipped Do not insert any promotional odd shaped or sized discs or discs with removable labels into the CD player as jamming may occur Rewind The rewind control works in tape and CD modes gt e In tape mode radio play will continue until rewind is stopped with the TAPE control or the beginning of the tape is reached e In CD mode pressing the REW control rewinds the CD within the current track Fast forward The fast forward control works in tape and CD modes q e In the tape mode tape direction will automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached e In CD mode pressing the control fast forwards the CD within the current track 55 Controls and features Tape direction select Press SIDE 1 2 to play the alternate side of a tape Eject function Press the EJ control to stop and eject a tape gt Press the EJ control to stop and eject a CD q Dolby noise reduction Dolby noise reduction operates in tape mode Dolby noise reduction ____ __ gt reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback Press
201. s Seek function in radio mode e Press lt q to find the next listenable station down the frequency band e Press p to find the next listenable station up the 4 4 frequency band lt 4 TUNE gt lt 4 TUNE gt Seek function in tape mode e Press lt q to listen to the previous selection on the tape e Press P to listen to the next selection on the tape Seek function for CD or CD changer if equipped e Press lt q to seek to the previous track of the current disc If a selection has been playing for three seconds or more and you press lt Q the CD changer will 4 4 replay that selection from the e Press Pe to seek forward to the next track of the current disc After the last track has been completed the first track of the current disc will automatically replay Scan function The scan function works in radio tape or CD mode Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band Press the control again to stop the scan mode Ke Controls and features Scan function in tape mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the tape The tape scans in a forward direction At the end of the tape s first side direction automatically reverses to the opposite side of the tape To stop on a particular selection press the control again Scan function in CD or CD changer mode if equipped
202. s speed sensitive front wipers automatically adjust as the vehicle s speed changes Rear window wiper and washer iva For rear wiper operation rotate the rear window wiper and washer control to the desired interval position Press the control for rear washer RWIPE fluid operation OFF HI e e 88 Controls and features STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS IF EQUIPPED These controls allow you to operate some radio and climate control features Radio control features e Press BAND MODE to select AM FM1 FM2 TAPE or CD Cif equipped In Radio mode e Press MEM NEXT to select a preset station from memory In Tape mode e Press MEM NEXT to listen to the next selection on the tape In CD mode e Press MEM NEXT to listen to the next track on the disc In any mode e Press VOL up or down to adjust the volume Climate control features e Press TEMP up or down to adjust temperature e Press FAN up or down to adjust fan speed 89 Controls and features OVERHEAD CONSOLE IF EQUIPPED The appearance of your vehicle s overhead console will vary according to your option package Storage compartment if equipped Press the OPEN control to open the storage compartment The door will open slightly and can be moved to full open Installing a garage door opener if equipped The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety of aftermarket garage door openers e Remove th
203. s and by 60 in light trucks Traffic is light Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single vehicle crashes many when no other vehicles are around Belts wrinkle my clothes Possibly but a serious crash can do much more than wrinkle your clothes particularly if you are unbelted 132 Seating and safety restraints The people I m with don t Set the example teen deaths occur 4 wear belts times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people Children and younger brothers sisters imitate behavior they see I have an air bag Air bags offer greater protection when used with safety belts Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and side crashes or rollovers Td rather be thrown clear Not a good idea People who are ejected are 40 times more likely to DIE Safety belts help prevent ejection WE CAN T PICK OUR CRASH Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the Belt Minder chime Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of injury in an accident To disable one time or deactivate the Belt Minder feature please follow the directions stated below One time disable Anytime the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during an ignition ON cycle Belt Minder will be disabled for that ignition cycle only Deactivating activating the belt minder feature Read steps 1 9 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation activation programming procedure The Belt Minder f
204. s for your vehicle are stowed in the following locations Spare tire Under the vehicle just in front of the rear bumper Jack lug nut wrench Left rear quarter panel behind interior access cover Jack handle 2 door models behind rear seat under carpet in the cargo floor 4 door models on the lower rear seat base 199 Roadside emergencies Removing the spare tire 1 Insert the jack handle into the rear bumper opening The handle will stop moving and forward resistance to turning will be felt when properly engaged 2 Turn the handle counterclockwise until tire is lowered to the ground the tire can be slid rearward and the cable is slightly slack 3 Remove the retainer from the spare tire Stowing the spare tire 1 Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing up 2 Slide the wheel under the vehicle and install the retainer through the wheel center 3 Turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is raised to its original position underneath the vehicle The Gey jack handle ratchets when the tire is Se A raised to the stowed position It will SS not allow you to overtighten Tire change procedure To 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 the vehicle to the tire being changed If the vehicle slips off the jack you or someone els
205. s the power door LOCK control to toggle the Autolock Relock state You will receive a horn chirp followed by either a long honk autolock relock is enabled or no honk autolock relock is disabled 8 Turn ignition to OFF If autolock relock has been changed the horn will chirp to confirm procedure is complete 115 Controls and features SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI THEFT SYSTEM The SecuriLock passive anti theft system provides an advanced level of vehicle theft protection Your vehicle s engine can only be started with the two special SecuriLock electronically coded keys provided with your vehicle Each time you start your vehicle the SecuriLock key is read by the SecuriLock passive anti theft system If the SecuriLock key identification code matches the code stored in the SecuriLock anti theft system the vehicle s engine is allowed to start If the SecuriLock key identification code does not match the code stored in the system or if a SecuriLock key is not detected vehicle theft situation the vehicle s engine will not operate If there is any potential SecuriLock anti theft problem with your vehicle ensure ALL SecuriLock keys for that vehicle are brought to the dealership to aid in troubleshooting The SecuriLock passive anti theft system is not compatible with aftermarket remote start systems Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection Larg
206. sh it is recommended that you clean the wiper blades and windshield as described in Cleaning the wiper blades and windshield After washing apply the brakes several times to dry them Waxing your vehicle Waxing your vehicle on a regular basis will reduce minor scratches and paint damage Wax when water stops beading on the surface This could be every three or four months depending on operating conditions 259 Maintenance and care Use only carnauba or synthetic based waxes Use a cleaning fluid with a clean cloth to remove any bugs before waxing your vehicle Use tar remover to remove any tar spots Avoid getting wax on the windshield or on any surfaces which appear coarse or bumpy If you have wax applied at a commercial car wash it is recommended that you clean the wiper blades and windshield as described in Cleaning the wiper blades and windshield Repairing paint chips Minor scratches or paint damage from road debris may be repaired with the Ultra Touch Prep and Finishing Kit F7AZ 19K507 BA Lacquer Touch up Paint HALBZ 19500 XXXXA or Exterior Acrylic Spray Lacquer HALAZ 19500 XXXXA from the Ford Car Care Chemicals line Please note that the part numbers shown as XXXX above will vary with your vehicle s specific coloring Observe the application instructions on the products Remove particles such as bird droppings tree sap insect remains tar spots road salt and industrial fallout immediately Cleaning
207. sh or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration NHTSA in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company If NHTSA receives similar complaints it may open an investigation and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Ford Motor Company To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 202 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation 400 Seventh Street Washington D C 20590 You can also obtain other information about motor vehicle safety from the Hotline 287 Index A Air bag supplemental restraint system 135 136 140 and child safety seats 137 description 136 140 disposal eerror 143 driver air bag n 138 141 indicator light 10 139 142 operation sareat 138 141 passenger air bag 138 141 SIDE all Dag ss esccvieacesveseacssatsaatees 140 Air cleaner filter ccce 266 Air conditioning c eee 22 automatic temperature control system ooo eeeeeeeeeeeeeeee 25 rear seat controls 31 Air SUSPENSION cceeeeeeeeeeees 158 description nn 158 warning light ssisseessesoirsissreas 12 All Wheel Drive AWD driving off road 173 Ambulan
208. so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions 210 Roadside emergencies WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed contact a professional towing service or if you are a member your roadside assistance center It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment Do not tow with a slingbelt Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure If equipped with air suspension the air suspension control must be turned to the OFF position On 4x2 vehicles it is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the front wheels on the ground without dollies and the rear wheels off the ground On 4x4 vehicles it is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the ground If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur Ford Motor Company provides a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook up and towing procedures for your vehicle 211 Maintenance and care SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle e We highlight do it yourself items in the engine compartment for easy location e We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes tracking routine service easy If your vehicle requires professional service your dealership can provide th
209. ss light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on e A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and light are repaired If any of these things happen even intermittently have the SRS serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technician immediately Unless serviced the system may not function properly in the event of a collision 142 Seating and safety restraints Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles including pretensioners For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles see your local dealership or qualified technician Air bags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children Also see Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System SRS in this chapter for special instructions about using air bags Important child restraint precautions You are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the U S and Canada If small children ride in your vehicle generally children who are four years old or younger and who weigh 18 kg 40 lbs or less you must put them in safety seats made especially for children Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding the safety of children in your vehicle Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving
210. ssion may shift firmly This operation is considered normal and will fully update transmission operation to its optimum shift feel Understanding gearshift positions Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift lever from P Park to another position If you do not hold the brake pedal down your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone P Park To put your vehicle in gear start the engine depress the brake pedal then move gearshift lever out of P Park Always come to a complete stop before shifting into P Park Make j P RNO 21 sure the gearshift lever is securely aa es eee oy latched in P Park This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning 163 Driving Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle R Reverse With the gearshift lever in R Reverse the vehicle will move P RN 2 1 Hee od re cl ane he Sree complete stop before shifting into and out of R Reverse N Neutral With the gearshift lever in N Neutral the vehicle can be started P RN D 21 O and is free to roll Hold the brake pedal down while in this position Overdrive The normal driving position for the best fuel economy Transmission P RN P 21 operates in gears one through five 0 D The transmission control indicator 0 D Overdrive can be
211. stics system is reset to a not ready for I M test condition To ready the on board diagnostics system for I M testing a minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as described below e First at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway e Next at least 20 minutes driving in stop and go city type traffic with at least four idle periods Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the engine Then start the engine and complete the above driving cycle The engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature Once started do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of the following lamps frequently e Headlamps e Foglamps e High mount brakelamp e Brakelamps e Turn signals e License plate lamp e Tail lamps e Back up lamps Do not remove lamp bulbs unless they can be replaced immediately with new ones If a bulb is removed for an extended period of time contaminants may enter the lamp housings and affect lamp performance 253 Maintenance and care Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove the headlamp bulb 1 Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position then lift hood and open the hinged headlamp cover 2 Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward 3 Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise when viewed from the rear
212. t is fully seated in the filler tube 7 Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level The fluid should be in the designated area for normal operating temperature or ambient temperature Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is at the bottom of the dipstick and the ambient temperature is above 10 C 50 F Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperature 66 C 77 C 150 F 170 F on a level surface The normal operating temperature can be reached after approximately 30 km 20 miles of driving You can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature is above 10 C 50 F However if fluid is added at this time an overfill condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating temperature The transmission fluid should be in this range if at normal operating temperature 66 C 77 C 150 F 170 F 232 Maintenance and care The transmission fluid should be in this range if at ambient temperature 10 C 35 C 50 F 95 F High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may result in transmission failure An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid make sure the corr
213. tach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click is heard REAR WINDOW WIPER BLADES Refer to Windshield Wiper Blades in this section for more information on rear wiper blades INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING New vehicles are fitted with tires that have a rating on them called Tire Quality Grades The Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example e Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of Transportation has set Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passenger cars They do not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spare tires tires with nominal rim diameters of 10 to 12 inches or limited production tires as defined in Title 49 Code of Federal Regulations Part 575 104 c 2 U S Department of Transportation Tire quality grades The U S Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it 239 Maintenance and care Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course For example a tire graded 150 would wear one and one half 1 1 2 times as well on the go
214. tains damage to the rear bumper fascia leaving it misaligned or bent the sensing zone may be altered causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms USING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEM AM FM stereo cassette Je VOL PUSH ON E DO Besvene SIDE REW 35 Controls and features Volume power control Press the control to turn the audio VOL PUSH ON system on or off O Turn the control to raise or lower volume X x VOL PUSH ON If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on AM FM select The AM FM select control works in radio and tape modes AM FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands Press the AM control to select from AM selections and press the FM control to select from FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations AM FM select in tape mode Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play 36 Controls and features Tune adjust The tune control works in radio mode Tune adjust in radio mode e Press lt Q to move to the next frequency down the band whether or not a listenable station is located there Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly e Press B gt to move to the next frequency up the band whether or not a listenable station is located
215. ter outlets and block airflow and possibly damage your climate control system Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop Rear console climate controls if equipped Depending on the equipment package of your vehicle the rear VOLUME MODE d console may be equipped with rear i Cen ot console audio climate controls 4 SEEK gt MEMORY C D The instrument panel climate controls must be on in order for the rear console climate controls to work Turn the air distribution control to the desired airflow position 31 Controls and features Turn the fan speed control to the desired position ORME IMODE lt q SEEK B MEMORY meee CRE a M Jo a0 Select f for air to flow through these vents Select Pe for air to flow through these vents 32 Controls and features REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GJ The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel Press the rear defroster control to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog e A small LED will illuminate when the rear defroster is activated The ignition must be in the ON position to operate the rear window defroster The defroster turns off automatically after 10 minutes or when the ignition is turned to the OFF position To manually turn off the defroster before 10 minutes have passed push the control again 4WD CONTROL IF EQUIPPED This
216. tes and rotors seat tracks fuel filler Multi Purpose ee ESB M1C93 B or door hinge and Grease F5AZ 19G209 AAI ESR M1C159 A spring hood latch auxiliary latch seat tracks High Hydraulic clutch Perfromance fluid and brake DOT 3 Motor C6AZ 19542 AB fluid Vehicle Brake Fluid ESA M6C25 A Driveshaft slip spline universal joints Premium Long Life Grease See 269 Capacities and specifications Ford Part Name or equivalent Engine coolant Ford Premium E2FZ 19549 AA ESE M97B44 A Engine Coolant in Canada Motorcraft CXC 8 B Motorcraft SAE WSS M2C153 H 5W 20 Super with API Premium Motor XO 5W20 Q5 Certification Engine oil Oil Mark ee MotorcraftSAE WSS M2C153 G 5W 30 Super with API Premium Motor XOSW J OSE Certification Oil Mark Automatic Motorcraft e MERCON V XT 5 QM MERCON V transmission ATF Power steering Motorcraft 5 Ford conventional and Traction Lok rear axles Motorcraft SAE Front axle 80W 90 4X4 Premium Rear XY80W90 QL WSP M2C197 A Axle Lubricant Transfer case Motorcraft 2 4X4 MERCON ATF XT2 QDX MERCON 5 speed manual Motorcraft a transmission MERCON ATF 12 DX MERCON Transfer case Premium Front Output ESA M1C75 B Slip Shaft Long Life Grease Ford Specification 270 Capacities and specifications Ford Part Name or equivalent Ultra clear Windshield Windshield washer fluid Washer Concentrate 1 DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life
217. the BO control to activate and deactivate the Dolby noise reduction Dolby noise reduction is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby and the double D symbol D0 are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Compression adjust Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a _ more consistent listening level Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust 56 Controls and features Shuffle feature The shuffle feature operates in CD j mode if equipped and plays all aes gt tracks on the current disc in random order If equipped with the CD changer the shuffle feature continues to the next disc after all tracks on the current disc are played Press the SHUFFLE control to start this feature Random order play will continue until the SHUFFLE control is pressed again Setting the clock To set the hour press and hold the CLK control and press SEEK e lt to decrease hours and e P to increase hours Controls and features To set the minute press and hold the CLK control and press TUNE e Ei to decrease minutes and e Pe to increase minutes If your vehicle has a separate clock module other than the digital radio display the CLK button will not function in the above manner The CLK button will allow you to switch between media display mode radio station stereo information etc a
218. the automatic locking mode e Anytime a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position Gif equipped Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Seats for Children later in this chapter How to use the automatic locking mode e Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt 128 Seating and safety restraints e Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted e Allow the belt to retract As the belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode How to disengage the automatic locking mode Disconnect the combination lap shoulder belt and allow it to retract completely to disengage the automatic locking mode and activate the vehicle sensitive emergency locking mode After any vehicle collision the front passenger outboard seat belt system must be checked by a qualified technician to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still functioning properly In addition all seat belts should be checked for proper function BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the seat belt assembly automatic locking retractor feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in Workshop Manual Fail
219. the engine Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal When washing e Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine The high pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage e Do not spray with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or other engine components e Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine 260 Maintenance and care D THES RAS AL AARNEN gt 3 i Z R A A Fo f PALA AFANI ac Tore e 5 0L p J g O L SW OWES QUGP E GBA AX OJ 2 i E VA F he KAIS A e 4 0L SOHC 261 Maintenance and care A sail Cay AA VaN NENN e 4 0L OHV e Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running water in the running engine may cause internal damage Cleaning the wheels Wash with the same detergent as the body of your vehicle Do not use acid based or alcohol based wheel cleaners steel wool fuel or strong detergents Never use abrasives that will damage the finish of special wheel surfaces Use a tar remover to remove grease and tar The brushes used in some automatic car washes may damage the finish on your wheels Before going to a car wash find out if the brushes are abrasive Underbody Fl
220. the same number or presents them in sequential order Thieves can easily figure out these types of codes Your personal code does not replace the permanent code that the dealership gave you You can use either code to unlock your vehicle If a second personal code is entered the module will erase the first personal code in favor of the new code If you wish to erase your personal code use the following instructions Erasing personal code 1 Enter the factory set code 2 Press 1 2 within five seconds of step 1 3 Press the 7 8 and 9 0 controls at 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 the same time within five seconds of step 2 The system will now only respond to the factory set code Unlocking the doors with the keyless entry system To unlock the driver s door enter either the factory set code or personal code each digit pressed within five seconds of the prior digit The interior lamps will illuminate 113 Controls and features To unlock all doors enter the factory set code or personal code driver door unlocks and press the 3 4 control within five seconds 5 6 7 8 9 0 Locking the doors with the keyless entry system To lock all the doors press 7 8 and 9 0 at the same time It is not 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 necessary to first enter the keypad 4 4 Io Io Io code Autolock The autolock feature will lock all of the vehic
221. the tire sizes that are listed on the Certification Label Make sure that all tires are the same size speed rating and load carrying capacity Use only the tire combinations recommended on the label If you do not follow these precautions your vehicle may not drive properly and safely Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size type load carrying capacity and tread design e g All Terrain etc as originally offered by Ford 242 Maintenance and care Do not replace your tires with high performance tires or larger size tires Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the handling of the vehicle and make it easier for the driver to lose control and roll over Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle s original tires may also affect the accuracy of your speedometer USING SNOW TIRES AND TRACTION DEVICES f Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you currently have on your vehicle The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction in rain and snow However in some climates using snow tires and traction devices may be necessary Ford offers tire cables as a Ford approved accessory and recommends use of these or their equivalents See your dealer or qualified service technician for more information on tire cables for your vehicle Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and traction devices e Install cables securely verifying th
222. then rapidly When the indicator light begins to flash rapidly release both buttons The previous device has now been erased and the new device can be activated by pushing the HomeLink button that has just been programmed 97 Controls and features Operating TravelNote TravelNote records and stores messages for up to three minutes in total length with simple controls When you get an idea or remember something important while you re driving you don t have to try to scribble it down or pull off the side of the road All you have to do is push a button and begin speaking To record a message 1 Press and release the REC button one time to start recording An audible tone will sound confirming the onset of recording 2 Press and release the REC button a second time to end recording An audible tone will sound again confirming the end of recording and the red indicator light will turn off 3 While a message is being recorded the indicator light will be a solid red 4 If the message exceeds the available memory space two tones will sound the indicator light will flash amber and recording will end The indicator light will flash amber and an error tone will sound if the REC button is pressed when memory is full To play a message 1 Press and release the PLAY button to play the message 2 Press and hold the PLAY button to hear all the messages in consecutive order starting with the most recent
223. tiveness of the seat s safety belt in the event of a collision The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion Press front to raise or lower the N front portion of the seat cushion N 3 N Press rear to raise or lower the rear 4 g Z portion of the seat cushion Press the control to move the seat forward backward up or down 121 Seating and safety restraints Memory seats if equipped This system allows automatic positioning of the driver seat to eee three programmable positions O Ser n The memory seat control is located on the driver door e To program position one move the driver seat to the desired 1 2 position using the seat controls Press the SET control The SET control indicator light will briefly illuminate While the light is illuminated press control 1 e To program position two repeat the previous procedure using control e To program position three repeat the previous procedure but press controls 1 and 2 simultaneously A position can only be set or recalled when the transmission gearshift is in Park or Neutral A memory seat position may be programmed at any time The memory seat positions are also recalled when you press your remote entry transmitter UNLOCK control To program the memory seat to remote entry transmitter refer to Remote entry system in the Controls and features chapter Using the manual lumbar support Turn the lumbar support control toward the fr
224. to help reduce serious injuries contact with a deploying air bag may also cause abrasions swelling or temporary hearing loss Because air bags must inflate rapidly and with considerable force there is the risk of death or serious injuries such as fractures facial and eye injuries or internal injuries particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of air bag deployment Thus it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the air bag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control 138 Seating and safety restraints Several air bag system components get hot after inflation Do not touch them after inflation If the air bag has deployed the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately If the air bag is not replaced the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision The SRS consists of driver and passenger air bag modules which include the inflators and air bags side air bags if equipped Refer to Side air bag system later in this chapter one or more impact and safing sensors a readiness light and tone diagnostic module and the electrical wiring which connects the components The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental air bag electrical system warning including the impact sensors the system wiring the air bag system readiness light the
225. tom of the opening Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications Refer to the Capacities and specifications chapter DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that require lubrication Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for maintenance intervals If the original universal joints are replaced with universal joints equipped with grease fittings lubrication will also be necessary 235 Maintenance and care BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service However for severe usage or in high temperature climates check the battery electrolyte level Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules Keep the electrolyte level in each cell up to the level indicator Do not overfill the battery cells If the electrolyte level in the battery is low you can add plain tap water to the battery as long as you do not use hard water water with a high mineral or alkali content If possible however try to only fill the battery cells with distilled water If the battery needs water often have the charging system checked If your battery has a cover shield make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced For longer trouble free operation keep the top of the battery clean and dry Also make certain the battery
226. top part of the driver power window control Window lock The window lock feature allows only as the driver to operate the power K windows To lock out all the window controls a WINDOW LOCK except for the driver s press the left side of the control Press the right side to restore the window controls POWER DOOR LOCKS IF EQUIPPED Press U to unlock all doors and L to 7 lock all doors S 101 Controls and features CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS When these locks are set the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside The rear doors can be opened from the outside when the doors are unlocked The childproof locks are located on rear edge of each rear door and must be set separately for each door Setting the lock for one door will not automatically set the lock for both doors Move lock control up to engage the childproof lock Move control down to disengage childproof locks POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS i To adjust your mirrors 1 Select lt Q to adjust the left mirror or B gt to adjust the right mirror 2 Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror 3 Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place 102 Controls and features Heated outside mirrors if equipped Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if
227. tor 20A Fuel Pump Relay and RAP Module Horn Relay Switch Multifunction Switch 13 15A Heated Oxygen Sensor EGR Vacuum Regulator EVR Solenoid Camshaft Position CMP Sensor Canister Vent Solenoid 6 Wiper Park Relay Pe Rey 3d Wiper Highvbow Relay 4PM Power Relay PP Pump Relay 6e Starter Relay Pr orn Relay es Rear Wipe Down Relay For Motor Betas Rear Wipe Up Relay Noted SSCS E Diode SSS L Electronice Engine Controls Diode 198 Roadside emergencies CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving do not apply the brake heavily Instead gradually decrease your speed Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road Spare tire information Your vehicle is equipped with a 15 spare tire that must be used for emergencies only Vehicles equipped with 16 tires have a 16 spare tire The 15 spare tire is not as wide as a regular tire and is designed for emergency use only Replace this tire with a full size tire as soon as possible The 16 spare tire is not equipped with wheel ornaments The wheel ornaments from the original wheel tire may be used on the spare If your vehicle is equipped with 4WD or AWD a spare tire of a different size than the road tires should not be used Such a tire could result in damage to driveline components and make the vehicle difficult to control Location of the spare tire and tools The spare tire and tool
228. torso Safety belt warning light and indicator chime A The seat belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts 130 Seating and safety restraints Conditions of operation The driver s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position The driver s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding The driver s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position Belt minder if equipped The safety belt warning light illuminates1 2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4 8 seconds The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off The safety belt warning light and indicator chime remain off The Belt Minder feature is a supplemental warning to the safety belt warning function This feature provides additional reminders to the driver that the driver s safety belt is unbuckled by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster The driver s safety belt is not buckled before the vehicle has reached at least 5 km h 8 mph and 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON The driver s safety belt is buckled while the safety belt indicator light is illuminated and the safety belt warning chime is sounding
229. trical system checked as soon as possible H as rr Engine oil pressure gauge This shows the engine oil pressure in the system Sufficient pressure exists as long as the needle remains in the normal range the area between the L and H H If the gauge indicates low pressure i we stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately Check the oil level Add oil if needed refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and care chapter If the oil level is correct have your vehicle checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician Fuel gauge Displays approximately how much lt FUEL DOOR fuel is in the fuel tank when the key is in the ON position The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion The ignition should be in the OFF position while the vehicle is being refueled When the gauge first indicates empty there is a small amount of reserve fuel in the tank When refueling the vehicle from empty indication the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel 16 Instrumentation The FUEL DOOR icon and arrow indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located MESSAGE CENTER IF EQUIPPED With the ignition in the ON position the message center displays important vehicle information through a constant monitor of vehicle systems You may select display features on the messag
230. trol gt successively to allow rear seat VOLUME MODE passengers to scroll through the 6 C C3 memory presets in AM FM1 or FM2 lt a SEEK gt MEMORY Push the MEMORY control in CD C _ _ _ _ h changer mode if equipped to advance to the next disc g aO O J Seek function e In radio mode press lt q to find N the next listenable station down VOLUME MODE the frequency band C C3 e In radio mode press P to find the next listenable station up the A SEEK MEMORY frequency band C3 e In tape mode use the SEEK R_S function to access the next B gt or D AOKO previous A selection D e In CD mode if equipped use the SEEK function to access the next b gt or previous lt q selection 61 Controls and features MACH Audio System with AM FM Stereo Cassette Single CD VOL PUSH ON y DISC Y C DO Bots 6 nr m E CA TUNE gt A TUNE gt gt eass TReB eass TReB en Fane OF OOOOAG Volume power control Press the control to turn the audio VOL PUSH ON system on or off C A Turn control to raise or lower K DN volume VOL PUSH ON If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on If you wish to maintain your preset 62 Controls and features volume level turn the audio syste
231. ts may be equipped with head restraints which are vertically adjustable The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision To properly adjust your head restraints lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible Refer to the following to raise and lower the head restraints The head restraints can be moved 4 up and down Push control to lower head restraint I O gt Adjusting the front manual seat A Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving A Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce the risk of injuring people in a collision or sudden stop 119 Seating and safety restraints Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectiveness of the seat s safety belt in the event of a collision Lift handle to move seat forward or backward Pull lever up to adjust seatback Adjusting the front power seat if equipped A Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving A Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop A Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips 120 Seating and safety restraints Reclining the seatback can reduce the effec
232. ts of using a fuel for which your vehicle was not designed may not be covered by your warranty Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use Regular unleaded gasoline with pump R M 2 octane rating of 87 We do not recommend the use of gasolines labeled as Regular that are sold with octane ratings of 86 or lower in high altitude areas Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly However if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel with the recommended octane rating see your dealer or a qualified service technician to prevent any engine damage Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting rough idle or hesitation driveability problems during a cold start try a different brand of Regular unleaded gasoline Premium unleaded gasoline is not recommended particularly in the United States because it may cause these problems to become more pronounced If the problems persist see your dealer or a qualified service technician It should not be necessary to add any aftermarket products to your fuel tank if you continue to use high quality fuel of the recommended octane rating Aftermarket products could cause damage to the fuel system Repairs to correct the effects of using an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your warranty 246 Maintenance and care Many of the world s automakers issued the World wide Fuel Charter that recom
233. uminates if the parking brake is engaged If the brake warning lamp does not illuminate at these times seek service immediately Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately Anti lock brake system ABS Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to ensure the circuit is functional If ABs the light remains on continues to flash or fails to illuminate have the system serviced immediately With the ABS light on the anti lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remains illuminated with the parking brake released 10 Instrumentation Turn signal Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on If one or both of the a indicators stay on continuously or flash faster check for a burned out turn signal bulb Refer to Bulbs in the Maintenance and care chapter High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on D Anti theft system if equipped Refer to SecuriLock passive anti theft system in the Controls and features chapter THEFT Charging system Illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off The light also illuminates when the battery is not charging properly requiring electrical system service Check gage Illuminates when the engine co
234. ure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions 129 Seating and safety restraints Front safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the driver and front passenger Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder To lower the shoulder belt height push the button and slide the height adjuster down To raise the height of the shoulder belt slide the height adjuster up Pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place Position the shoulder 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 belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt assembly is too short for you even when fully extended 20 cm 8 inches can be added to the safety belt assembly by adding a safety belt extension assembly part number 611C22 Safety belt extension assemblies can be obtained from your dealer at no cost Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label Also use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the
235. ush the complete underside of vehicle frequently Keep body drain holes unplugged Inspect for road damage Cleaning non painted plastic exterior parts Use vinyl cleaner for routine cleaning Clean with a tar remover if necessary Do not clean plastic parts with thinners solvents or petroleum based cleaners 262 Maintenance and care Cleaning the exterior lamps Wash with the same detergent as the exterior of your vehicle If necessary use a tar remover such as Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover B7A 19520 AA To avoid scratching the lamps do not use a dry paper towel chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners Cleaning the wiper blades windshield and rear window If the wiper blades do not wipe properly clean the wiper blade rubber element with undiluted windshield washer solution or a mild detergent To avoid damaging the blades do not use fuel kerosene paint thinner or other solvents If the wiper still does not wipe properly this could be caused by substances on the windshield or rear window such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes Clean the outside of the windshield or rear window with a non abrasive cleaner such as Ford Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner E4AZ 19C507 AA available from your Ford Dealer Do not use abrasive cleansers on glass as they may cause scratches The windshield or rear window is clean if beads do not form when you rinse it with water The windshield
236. utomotive fluids are not interchangeable do not use engine coolant antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location Adding engine coolant Use only Ford Premium Engine Coolant E2FZ 19549 AA in Canada Motorcraft CXC 10 or a premium engine coolant that meets Ford specification ESE M97B44 A Use only Ford G05 Engine Coolant WSS M97B51 A1 in Canada Motorcraft CXC 10 or a premium engine coolant that meets Ford specification ESE M97B44 A e DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant F6AZ 19544 AA orange in color e DO NOT USE a DEX COOL engine coolant or an equivalent engine coolant that meets Ford specification WSS M97B44 D e DO NOT USE alcohol or methanol antifreeze or any engine coolants mixed with alcohol or methanol antifreeze e DO NOT USE supplemental coolant additives in your vehicle These additives may harm your engine s cooling system e DO NOT MIX recycled coolant and conventional coolant together in your vehicle Mixing of engine coolants may harm your engine s cooling system e The use of an improper coolant may harm engine and cooling system components and may void the warranty of your vehicle s engine cooling system If you are unsure which type of coolant your vehicle requires contact your local dealer Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid reservoir If engine coolant is sprayed onto the windshield it could make it difficult to see t
237. ve noise increase tire wear and may damage driveline components These modes are intended for use only on consistently slippery or loose surfaces If your vehicle is equipped with 4WDor AWD a spare tire of a different size than the road tires should never be used Such a 169 Driving tire could result in damage to driveline components and make the vehicle difficult to control Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Using the Control Trac system Shifting between 4WD AUTO and 4WD HIGH When you move the control to 4WD HIGH the indicator light will illuminate in the instrument cluster When you move the control to 4WD AUTO the indicator light will turn while driving at any speed off Either shift can be done at a stop or N Shifting from 4WD AUTO or 4WD HIGH to 4WD LOW 1 Bring the vehicle to a stop 2 Depress the brake 3 Place the gearshift in N Neutral automatic transmission or depress the clutch manual transmission 4 Move the 4WD control to the 4WD LOW position 170 Driving Shifting from 4WD LOW to 4WD AUTO or 4WD HIGH 1 Bring the vehicle to a stop 2 Depress the brake 3 Place the gearshift in N Neutral automatic transmission or depress the clutch manual
238. vehicle decelerates to the proper vehicle additional engine braking on a oe ee Gl downgrades engine braking on steep Overdrive Selecting 1 Low at speed Forced Downshifits To gain acceleration in Overdrive or Drive O D OFF when passing another vehicle push the accelerator to the floor The transmission will downshift to the appropriate gear fourth third second or first gear 165 Driving Driving a manual transmission if equipped Using the clutch Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission have a starter interlock that prevents Starting the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed When starting a vehicle with a manual transmission 1 Hold down the brake pedal 2 Put the gearshift lever in N Neutral 3 Depress the clutch pedal 4 Start the engine and let it idle for a few seconds e Put the gearshift lever in 1 First or R Reverse 5 Release the clutch slowly while pressing gradually down on the accelerator pedal e Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal Do not use the clutch to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill These actions may reduce clutch life Parking 1 Apply the brake and shift into N Neutral 166 Driving 2 Engage the parking brake 3 Shift into 1 First 4 Turn the ignition to Off Do not park your vehicle in Neutral it may move unexpectedly and injure someone Use 1 First gear
239. vernment course as a tire graded 100 The relative performance of tires depends upon the actual conditions of their use however and may depart significantly from the norm due to variations in driving habits service practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA ABC The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C Those grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure The grade C corresponds to a level of performance which all passenger car tires must meet under the Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law The temperature g
240. ving objects The reverse sensing system detects obstacles within approximately 1 8 meters 5 9 ft of the rear bumper with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper refer to the figures for approximate zone coverage areas As you move closer to the obstacle the rate of the tone increases When the distance to the obstacle is less than 25 0 cm 10 in the tone will sound continuously If the system detects a stationary or receding object further than 25 0 cm 10 in from the side of the vehicle the tone will sound for only three seconds Once the system detects an object approaching the tone will sound again 34 Controls and features The reverse sensing system is automatically enabled when the gear selector is placed in R Reverse and the ignition is ON A reverse sensing control allows the driver to disable the reverse sensing system only when the ignition is ON and the gear selector is in R Reverse The OFF indicator remains illuminated when the system is disabled The system defaults to ON every time the reverse gear is selected Press the control to disable or enable the system The indicator will remain illuminated to indicate a failure of the reverse sensing system Always keep the sensors located on the rear bumper fascia free from dirt snow and ice do not clean the sensors with sharp objects These elements may cause the system to operate inaccurately If the vehicle sus
241. ween the right and left speakers Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers Tape select e To enter tape mode while in radio mode press the TAPE AMS control Automatic Music Search The Automatic Music Search feature allows you to quickly locate the beginning of the tape selection being played or to skip to the next selection To activate the feature momentarily depress the TAPE AMS button Then press either REW for the Controls and features Coeg A BAL as beginning of the current selection or FF to advance to the next 39 Controls and features selection The tape deck stops and returns to play mode when the AMS circuit senses a blank section on the tape In order to ensure proper operation of the AMS feature the tape MUST have a blank section of at least four seconds duration between programs Rewind The rewind control works in tape mode To rewind in tape mode press the REW control Fast forward The fast forward control works in tape mode e In the tape mode tape direction will automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached Tape direction select Press SIDE and 1 2 at the same time to play the alternate side of a tape Eject function Press the control to stop and eject a tape Dolby noise reduction Dolby noise reduction operates only in tape mode Dolby noise reduction reduces the am
242. when the Transmission Control Switch is depressed or if the light flashes steadily have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible damage to the transmission could occur Check air suspension if equipped Iluminates momentarily when the ignition is turned to the ON position CHECK and the engine is OFF The light SUSP also illuminates when the air suspension system requires servicing For information refer to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter 12 Instrumentation Speed control This light comes on when either the SET ACCEL or RESUME controls SPEED are pressed It turns off when the CONT speed control OFF control is pressed the brake or clutch if equipped is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position Safety belt warning chime A Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts For information on the safety belt warning chime refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter Supplemental restraint system SRS warning chime N For information on the SRS warning chime refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter Key in ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF LOCK or ACC position and the driver s door is opened Headlamps on warning chime Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on the ignition is off and the key is not in the ignition and the driver s door is opened 13 Instrumentation GAUGES CHECK ENGINE FUEL DO CAP
243. works in radio tape and CD modes SE gt m mi AM FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands Press the control to switch between AM FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations AM FM select in tape mode Press this control to stop tape play and begin radio play AM FM select in CD or CD changer mode if equipped Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play 49 Controls and features Tune adjust The tune control works in radio or CD changer mode Tune adjust in radio mode e Press lt q to move to the next frequency down the band whether or not a listenable 4 station is located there Hold the tune gt y control to move through the a frequencies quickly e Press p to move to the next frequency up the band whether or not a listenable station is located there Hold for quick movement Tune adjust for CD changer if equipped e Press gt to select the previous disc in the CD changer Play will begin on the first track of the disc unless the CD changer is in N a TUNE gt lt TUNE le shuffle mode Refer to Shuffle A A feature for more information Hold the control to continue reversing through the remaining discs Press P to select the next disc in the CD changer Hold the control to fast forward through the remaining discs Seek function The seek function control works in radio tape or CD mode 50 Controls and feature

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