Ford 2003 Excursion Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    Introduction Instrument Cluster Warning and control lights Gauges Entertainment Systems AM/FM stereo cassette with CD AM/FM stereo with CD Rear seat entertainment system Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Electronic automatic temperature control Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Interior lamps Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control...
  • Page 2 Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints Driving Starting Brakes Transmission operation Vehicle loading Trailer towing Recreational towing Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing...
  • Page 3 Ford Motor Company. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. Copyright © 2002 Ford Motor Company...
  • Page 4: Introduction

    State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. CONGRATULATIONS Congratulations on acquiring your new Ford. Please take the time to get well acquainted with your vehicle by reading this handbook. The more you know and understand about your vehicle the greater the safety and pleasure you will derive from driving it.
  • Page 5 SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol.
  • Page 6 Introduction SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-Bumper Coverage, Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 7.3L Power Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage. In addition, your vehicle is eligible for Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties. For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered, refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide.
  • Page 7 Snowplowing The Excursion is not recommended for snowplow installation. Ford makes no representation as to the suitability of the Excursion for snowplowing, in particular regarding the potential for exceeding vehicle weight limits, airbag (SRS) deployment sensitivity, vehicle crash integrity, or powertrain durability.
  • Page 8 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 AdvanceTrac Hazard Warning Flasher Fuse Compartment Windshield Wash/Wipe Rear Window Defrost/Demist...
  • Page 9 Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Window Lockout Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Engine Oil Engine Coolant Temperature Battery Battery Acid Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Level Engine Air Filter Jack Low tire warning Introduction Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Panic Alarm Engine Coolant Do Not Open When Hot Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks...
  • Page 10: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works.
  • Page 11 Light is blinking: Engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter. You should drive in a moderate fashion (avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration) 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.
  • Page 12 Instrument Cluster position). It also illuminates if the parking brake is engaged. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate as described, seek service immediately. Illumination after the parking brake is released indicates low brake fluid level or a brake system malfunction and the brake system should be serviced immediately by a qualified technician.
  • Page 13 Instrument Cluster Low fuel Illuminates when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at, or near, empty (refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter for more information). Speed control Illuminates when the speed control is activated. Transmission control indicator light (TCIL) Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has OVERDRIVE...
  • Page 14 Instrument Cluster Door ajar Illuminates when any door is open (or not fully closed). SecuriLock anti-theft system Illuminates when the anti-theft alarm system is armed. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced. Refer to SecuriLock passive anti-theft system in the Locks and Security chapter.
  • Page 15: Gauges

    Key-in-ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition and the driver’s door is opened. Parking brake ON warning chime Sounds when the parking brake is set, the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 5 Km (3 mph). GAUGES Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of the...
  • Page 16 Instrument Cluster Engine oil pressure gauge Indicates engine oil pressure. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (the area between the “L” and “H”); if the needle goes below the normal range, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately.
  • Page 17 If the gauge is operating in the Yellow or Red area, stop the vehicle and verify the airflow is not restricted such as snow or debris blocking airflow through the grill. If the gauge continues to show high temperatures, see your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Fuel gauge Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank.
  • Page 18 Instrument Cluster Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. Odometer Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle. Trip odometer Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. Press and release the reset button (this P RN represents the trip mode). Press and hold the button for three seconds to reset.
  • Page 19: Entertainment Systems

    PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD VOL PUSH ON FM 1 DOLBY B NR SEEK TUNE SCAN BASS TREB SIDE 1-2 Your vehicle is equipped with a delayed accessory feature. This feature enables the audio playing media to continue playing up to 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off, or until a door is opened.
  • Page 20 Entertainment Systems Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bass output. Press the BASS control then press: • to decrease the bass output • to increase the bass output. Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output.
  • Page 21 Seek function The seek function control works in radio, tape or CD mode. Seek function in radio mode • Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band. • Press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band. Seek function in tape mode •...
  • Page 22 Entertainment Systems 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.
  • Page 23 Starting autoset memory preset 1. Select a frequency using the AM/FM select controls. 2. Press the 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.
  • Page 24 Entertainment Systems • to decrease minutes and • to increase minutes. If your vehicle has a separate clock, (other than the digital radio display), the CLK control will not function in the above manner. The CLK control will allow you to switch between media display mode (radio station, stereo information, etc.) and clock display mode (time).
  • Page 25 Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player.
  • Page 26 Entertainment Systems Tape direction select Press to play the alternate side of the tape. Eject function Press the EJ control to stop and eject a tape. Press the EJ control to stop and eject a CD. Dolby noise reduction Dolby noise reduction operates in tape mode.
  • Page 27: Am/Fm Stereo With Cd

    Shuffle feature The shuffle feature operates in CD mode and plays all tracks in random order. Press the SHUFFLE control to start this feature. Random order play will continue until the SHUFFLE control is pressed again. Mute mode Press the MUTE control to mute the playing media.
  • Page 28 Entertainment Systems Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. Turn the control to raise or lower volume. 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.
  • Page 29 Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output. Press the TREB control. Use the SEL control to increase or decrease the amount of treble. Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers.
  • Page 30 Entertainment Systems Seek function in CD mode • Press to seek to the previous track of the current disc. If the beginning of the disc is reached, the CD player seeks to the beginning of the last track on the current disc and begins playing. •...
  • Page 31 Setting memory preset stations 1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM select control. Press the AM/FM control to toggle between AM, FM1, or FM2. 2. Press the SEEK control to access the next listenable station up or down the frequency band. Press the TUNE control to go up or down the listening band in individual increments.
  • Page 32 Entertainment Systems Setting the clock Press the MENU control until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINUTE is displayed. (The menu mode must be engaged to enable clock mode). Use the SEL control to manually set the time. • Press to increase hours/minutes.
  • Page 33 Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player.
  • Page 34 Entertainment Systems When in rewind mode, your audio system will automatically lower the volume level of the playing media. Fast forward The fast forward control works in CD modes. Press and hold the FF control until the desired selection is reached. If the end of the disc is reached, the CD will return to the first track.
  • Page 35 the last CD loaded and the display is updated. If some slots are already full and autoload is activated, the system will fill all empty slots. Eject Press the EJ control to stop and eject a CD. You can choose which CD will be ejected by pressing the EJ control and the desired preset number (1–6).
  • Page 36 Entertainment Systems Menu mode The MENU control allows you to access many different features within your audio system. There are three sets of menus available depending upon which mode or feature is activated. While in FM mode, two menus are available. If RDS is turned OFF, you can access the following: •...
  • Page 37 Traffic announcements This feature allows you to hear traffic announcements. When in this mode, traffic announcements will interrupt radio and CD play. When in FM mode and RDS is activated, press the MENU until TRAFFIC OFF displays. Press the SEL control to engage the feature.
  • Page 38 Entertainment Systems To activate RDS: • When in FM mode, press the MENU control until RDS OFF displays. • Press the SEL control to engage this feature (RDS ON). RDS features: Once the RDS feature is on, press the MENU control to scroll through the following selections: Traffic announcements This feature allows you to hear traffic announcements while in CD mode.
  • Page 39 • Oldies • R & B • Religious • Rock • Soft • Top 40 Show This feature allows you to select the type of RDS broadcast information the radio will regularly show in the display. With RDS activated, press the MENU control until SHOW is displayed.
  • Page 40 Entertainment Systems SIDE 1-2 COMP SHUFFLE To turn on the rear seat controls, press the memory preset controls 3 and 5 at the same time. The will appear in the radio display. Pressing 3 and 5 at the same time again will turn the rear seat controls off.
  • Page 41: Rear Seat Entertainment System

    speaker will remain playing for the front passengers. Press the control again to deactivate the headphones (Personal Audio System). MEDIA SELECT Push the MEDIA control to toggle between AM, FM1, FM2, tape, CD, or CD changer (if equipped). MEMORY PRESET CONTROL Push the MEM control successively to allow rear seat passengers to scroll through the six memory...
  • Page 42 Entertainment Systems DVD player controls DISP MENU 1. MAIN control • NEXT — Press to access the next track on the CD, the next chapter on the DVD, or to go up in cursor mode. • PREV — Press to access the previous track on the CD, the previous chapter on the DVD, or to go down in cursor mode.
  • Page 43 7. Auxiliary jacks Insert lines for standard video game players. 8. STOP/EJECT control Press once to stop DVD play. Press again to eject the DVD. 9. DISPLAY (DISP) control Press to enable on screen display of player menu and user display adjustments.
  • Page 44 Entertainment Systems • Press the FWD control to move the cursor right one position Next/Previous control The NEXT (up) and PREV (down) controls allow you to access the next or previous track on a CD or chapter on a DVD. When pressed, the playing audio will mute momentarily while the next chapter is accessed.
  • Page 45 FWD or REV control for slow motion playback. Three different speeds are available depending on how long the control is held. Press the control once for slow motion playback. Press the control again to disengage slow motion playback. Press the control a third time to return to normal playback mode.
  • Page 46 Entertainment Systems 2. FAST FORWARD control Press to advance the direction of the DVD movie. 3. PLAY/STOP control Press to play or stop the DVD movie. 4. SEEK control Press to reverse or advance the chapter of the DVD or the track of the 5.
  • Page 47 Rear seat controls The DVD system controls allow the rear seat passengers to operate the radio, tape, CD, DVD or CD DJ (if equipped). Press the control to activate the rear controls. will appear in the radio display. Adjusting the volume from the rear seat controls The volume control allows the rear seat passengers to adjust the volume level of the desired...
  • Page 48 Entertainment Systems compact disc changer (if equipped) • DVD/AUX DVD player / Auxiliary line input Memory preset control In radio mode, press the MEMORY control successively to scroll through the memory presets in AM, FM1 or FM2. In CDDJ mode (if equipped), press the MEMORY control to select the next disc in the compact disc changer.
  • Page 49 Entertainment Systems Using headphones/Personal Audio Feature Single play mode will allow all VOLUME MEDIA SEEK passengers to listen to the same media source through all speakers. The Personal Audio Feature allows the front seat passengers to listen to one source (radio, TAPE, CD, CDDJ, DVD, or AUX) while the rear seat passengers listen to another.
  • Page 50 Entertainment Systems Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) flip-down screen The screen rotates down to view and up into housing to store when not in use. Be sure the screen is latched into the housing when being stored. 1. 7.0” (diagonal) active matrix liquid crystal display (LCD) screen. 2.
  • Page 51 DVDs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford DVD/CD players. Irregular shaped discs, discs with a scratch protection film attached, and discs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the player.
  • Page 52 Entertainment Systems If the CD/DVD is not removed within the allotted time, the system will pull the CD/DVD back into the system for safety purposes. If the CD/DVD will not eject from the system, press and hold the EJECT control for approximately 2 seconds. The disc should eject whether the vehicle ignition is ON or OFF.
  • Page 53 Federal Communication Commission (FCC) Compliance Changes or modifications not approved by Ford Lincoln Mercury could void user’s authority to operate the equipment. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
  • Page 54 Entertainment Systems reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference and radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
  • Page 55 Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Irregular shaped CDs, CDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs with homemade paper (adhesive) labels should not be inserted into the CD player.
  • Page 56 Entertainment Systems CASSETTE AND CASSETTE PLAYER CARE • Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less. • 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.
  • Page 57: Climate Controls

    MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. Temperature control knob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle. Mode Selector Control Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle. The air conditioning compressor can operate in all modes except .
  • Page 58 Climate Controls • (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. • 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.
  • Page 59 • Under normal weather conditions, your vehicle’s climate control system should be left in any position other than the MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to “breathe” through the outside air inlet duct. •...
  • Page 60: Electronic Automatic Temperature Control

    Climate Controls ELECTRONIC AUTOMATIC TEMPERATURE CONTROL (EATC) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. A/C control 2. Windshield defrost control 3. Recirculated air control 4. Fan speed control 5. Windshield and floor control 6. Floor control 7. Panel and floor control 8. Panel control 9.
  • Page 61 Climate Controls Turning the EATC on Press AUTO, any of the override controls or the fan speed control. The EATC will only operate when the vehicle is running. Turning the EATC system off Press OFF. Automatic operation Press AUTO and select the desired temperature. The selected temperature and the word AUTO will appear in the display window.
  • Page 62 Climate Controls Temperature selection The display window indicates the selected temperature, function (AUTO, A/C, ) or one of the manual override controls) and manual control of fan speed ( To control the temperature, select any temperature between 16°C (60°F) and 32°C (90°F) by pressing the blue (cooler) or red (warmer) controls. Temperature conversion Press AUTO and at the same time (for one second) to switch...
  • Page 63 Climate Controls Fan speed ( When AUTO is pressed, fan speed is adjusted automatically for existing conditions. You can override fan speed at any time. To control fan speed manually, press the fan control to cancel the automatic fan speed operation.
  • Page 64 Climate Controls When AUTO is selected, the A/C operates automatically for existing conditions and A/C will be displayed in the display window. If A/C is selected while in AUTO operation, A/C will not be displayed in the display window and the EATC system will remain in AUTO operation. However, the EATC system will operate without the use of the air conditioning.
  • Page 65 Manual override controls EXT TEMP AUTO The manual override controls allow you to manually determine where airflow is directed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO. When a manual override control is selected, the EATC system will turn off the AUTO indicator in the display window and display those indicators of all of the operating controls.
  • Page 66 Climate Controls automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging. (Note that A/C will not be displayed in the display window.) Recirculation and A/C override controls cannot be selected. For added customer comfort, the system will allow some airflow through the floor ducts in this mode. Turning the EATC off OFF —...
  • Page 67 • To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in warm weather conditions, don’t drive with the climate control system in the OFF position. • Under normal weather conditions, your vehicle’s climate control system should be left in any position other than OFF or the vehicle is parked.
  • Page 68 Climate Controls AUXILIARY A/C-HEATER CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED) Depending upon the equipment package of your vehicle, your vehicle may be equipped with auxiliary climate controls. The auxiliary climate control feature provides increased capacity to quickly heat or cool the vehicle. Your auxiliary climate controls are located in the overhead console of the first row seating and in the headliner of the second row seating.
  • Page 69 Turn the mode selector control to determine the airflow location. When FLOOR is selected, airflow will be directed through the floor register in the third row passenger seating. When PANEL is selected, airflow is directed through the overhead registers of the second and third row seating.
  • Page 70 Climate Controls Turn the mode selector control to determine the airflow location. When FLOOR is selected, airflow will be directed through the floor register in the third row passenger PANEL FLOOR seating. When PANEL is selected, airflow is directed through the overhead registers of the second and third row seating.
  • Page 71: Lights

    Lights HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to the first position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate to the second position to turn on the headlamps. Autolamp control (if equipped) The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally controlled by the headlamp control.
  • Page 72 Lights Foglamp control (if equipped) The headlamp control also operates the foglamps. The foglamps can be turned on only when the headlamp control is in the position and the high beams are not turned on. Pull headlamp control towards you to turn foglamps on.
  • Page 73: Turn Signal Control

    PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable switches in the vehicle during headlamp and parklamp operation. Move the control to the full upright position, past detent, to turn on the interior lamps. Move the control to the full down position, past detent, to prevent the interior lights from illuminating when the doors are opened.
  • Page 74 Lights Rear courtesy/reading lamps • Second row courtesy/reading lamp • Third row courtesy/reading lamp The courtesy lamps light when: • any door is opened. • the instrument panel dimmer switch is held up until the courtesy lamps come on. • any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF. The reading lamps can be turned on by pressing the rocker control.
  • Page 75: Bulb Replacement

    BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of the following lamps frequently: • Headlamps • High-mount brakelamp • Brakelamps • Turn signal lamps • License plate lamp • Tail lamps • Back-up lamps Do not remove lamp bulbs unless they can be replaced immediately with new ones.
  • Page 76 Lights Interior bulbs Check the operation of the following interior bulbs frequently: • dome lamps • map lamps • second row reading lamps • third row reading lamp For bulb replacement, see a qualified service technician or your dealer. Replacing headlamp bulbs 1.
  • Page 77 Lights Replacing front parking/turn signal bulbs 1. Make sure headlamp switch is in OFF position. 2. Open the hood. 3. Remove the two screws and carefully disengage parking lamp/turn signal assembly from the vehicle. 4. Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise about ⁄...
  • Page 78 Lights Replacing foglamp bulbs 1. Rotate the foglamp bulb counterclockwise and remove from foglamp (the rear side of the foglamp is shown). 2. Disconnect the electrical connector from the foglamp bulb. Install the new bulb in reverse order. Replacing tail lamp/turn/backup lamp bulbs The tail lamp/turn/backup lamp bulbs are located in the same portion of the tail lamp assembly,...
  • Page 79 Lights Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs To remove the brakelamp assembly: 1. Remove the two screws and lamp assembly from vehicle. 2. Remove the bulb socket from lamp assembly by rotating it 45 degrees. 3. Carefully pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb.
  • Page 80: Driver Controls

    Driver Controls WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS 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.
  • Page 81 Driver Controls Windshield wiper blades Check the wiper blades for wear 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...
  • Page 82: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    Driver Controls TILT STEERING WHEEL 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. Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 83 Forward storage bin (if equipped) Press the release control to open the storage compartment. The door will open slightly and can be moved to full open. The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or a similar object. Installing a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety of aftermarket garage door openers: •...
  • Page 84 Driver Controls The power point is an additional power source for electrical accessories. Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter. Use the powerpoint. The maximum current draw of any single power point is 20 Amps. Exceeding this limit may result in a blown fuse. There are up to four auxiliary power points in the following locations: •...
  • Page 85: Power Windows

    • Located on the right trim panel in the rear cargo area. POWER WINDOWS Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows. • Press the top portion of the rocker switch to close. • Press the bottom portion of the rocker switch to open.
  • Page 86 Driver Controls Express down • 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 top part of the driver power window control.
  • Page 87: Mirrors

    Press the control located on the bottom of the mirror to turn the mirror on or off. The mirror will automatically return to the normal state whenever the vehicle is placed in R (reverse)(when the mirror is on) to ensure a bright clear view when backing up.
  • Page 88 Driver Controls 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 it is frozen in place.
  • Page 89: Speed Control

    POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS The accelerator and brake pedal should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stopped and the gearshift lever is in the P(Park) position. Press and hold the rocker control to adjust accelerator and brake pedal toward you or away from you. The adjustment allows for approximately 76 mm (3 inches) of maximum travel.
  • Page 90 Driver Controls To turn speed control off • Press OFF or • Turn off the vehicle ignition. Once speed control is switched off, the previously programmed set speed will be erased. To set a speed • Press SET ACCEL. For speed control to operate, the speed control must be ON and the vehicle speed must be greater...
  • Page 91 To set a higher set speed • Press and hold SET ACCEL. Release the control when the desired vehicle speed is reached • Press and release SET ACCEL to operate the Tap-Up function. Each press will increase the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or •...
  • Page 92 Driver Controls To disengage speed control • Depress the brake pedal. Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed. Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed. To return to a previously set speed • Press RES/RESUME. For RES/RESUME to operate, the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km/h (30 mph).
  • Page 93: Message Center

    Indicator light This light comes on when either the SET ACCEL or RES controls are pressed. The vehicle speed must be at or above 48 km/h (30 mph). It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed, the brake is applied, or the ignition is turned to the OFF position.
  • Page 94 Driver Controls The trip computer only operates with the ignition in the ON position. Trip computer features follow: Selectable features English/metric display Press this control to change the trip computer display between metric and English units. Mode control Each press of the MODE control will display a different feature as follows: Average fuel economy.
  • Page 95 2. Press the E/M and MODE controls simultaneously. The display will illuminate the “AVG” indicator. While the indicator is lit, release both controls to reset the average fuel economy. Fuel range. This displays the approximate number of kilometers (miles) left to drive before the fuel tank is empty. The indicated distance to empty may be inaccurate: •...
  • Page 96 Driver Controls 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.
  • Page 97 3. Press and hold both trip computer controls. After approximately eight seconds, the trip computer will enter CAL mode. CAL mode is indicated when the display lights the “CAL” indicator. 4. Release both controls. The display will return to normal, except that the CAL indicator will remain lit until the compass is sucessfully calibrated.
  • Page 98 Driver Controls Programming Do not program the HomeLink Universal Transceiver with the vehicle parked in the garage. Note: Your vehicle may require the ignition switch to be turned to the ACC position for programming and/or operation of the HomeLink . It is also recommended that a new battery be placed in the hand-held transmitter of the device being programmed to HomeLink for quicker training and accurate transmission of the radio-frequency signal.
  • Page 99 continuous red, proceed with steps 6 through 8 to complete programming of a rolling code equipped device. 6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage, locate the “learn” or “smart” button (usually near where the hanging antenna wire is attached to the unit).
  • Page 100 Driver Controls Operating the HomeLink Universal Transceiver To operate, simply press and release the appropriate HomeLink button. Activation will now occur for the trained product (garage door, gate operator, security system, entry door lock, or home or office lighting etc.). For convenience, the hand-held transmitter of the device may also be used at any time.
  • Page 101 OVERDRIVE CONTROL Activating overdrive (Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy. The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts and downshifts through all available gears. Deactivating overdrive Press the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) located on the end of the gearshift lever.
  • Page 102 Driver Controls • Utility compartment • Coin holder • Pen holder • Writing surface • Space for lap-top computer CARGO NET (IF EQUIPPED) The cargo net secures lightweight objects in the cargo area. Attach the net to the anchors provided. This net is not designed to restrain objects during a collision.
  • Page 103 • To open the liftgate, unlock the liftgate (with the key, the key fob by pressing the UNLOCK button twice or power door locks) and pull up on the liftgate handle. • To open the cargo doors, open the liftgate, then open right cargo door first, using the handle on top of the door, then open the left cargo door using the handle...
  • Page 104 Driver Controls To adjust the cross-bar position: 1. Release the latch at both ends of the cross-bar (both cross-bars are adjustable). 2. Slide cross-bar to the desired location. 3. Tighten the latch at both ends of the cross-bar. To remove the cross-bar assembly from the roof rack side rails: 1.
  • Page 105: Locks And Security

    Locks and Security KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacement keys are available from your dealer. You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case you require it in an emergency. Refer to SecuriLock Passive Anti-Theft System for more information.
  • Page 106: Anti-Theft System

    Locks and Security 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.
  • Page 107 Locks and Security Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Unlocking the doors Press this control to unlock the driver door. The interior lamps and running board lamps (if equipped) will illuminate.
  • Page 108 Locks and Security The UNLOCK function will operate again after you unlock the vehicle using the remote entry transmitter or key pad, turn the ignition to ON, or open the door from inside of the vehicle. Power door unlock disable feature — activation/deactivation 1.
  • Page 109 • Nearby radio towers • Structures around the vehicle • 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.
  • Page 110 Locks and Security • Ensure the vehicle is unlocked. • 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.
  • Page 111 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: • on the owner’s wallet card in the glove compartment When pressing the controls on the keyless entry keypad, press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation.
  • Page 112 Locks and Security To unlock all doors, enter the factory-set code or personal code (driver door unlocks) and press the 3/4 control within five seconds. Locking the doors with the keyless entry system It is not necessary to first enter the factory or personal code prior to locking all doors.
  • Page 113 The SecuriLock passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection.
  • Page 114 Locks and Security THEFT INDICATOR The theft indicator is located on top of the instrument panel. • When the ignition is in the OFF position, the indicator will flash once every 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLock a theft deterrent. •...
  • Page 115 OFF and restart the engine with all other objects on the key ring held away from the ignition key. Check to make sure the coded key is an approved Ford coded key. If your keys are lost or stolen you will need to do the following: •...
  • Page 116 Locks and Security 1. Insert the first previously programmed coded key into the ignition and turn the ignition from 1 (OFF) to 3 (ON) (maintain ignition in 3 (ON) for at least one second, but no more than ten seconds). 2.
  • Page 117: Seating And Safety Restraints

    Seating and Safety Restraints SEATING Full bench seat (if equipped) • Lift the track release bar to move the seat forward or backward. Ensure that the seat is relatched into place. 60/40 split bench seat (if equipped) • Lift the release bar to move the seat forward or backward.
  • Page 118 Seating and Safety Restraints Captain’s chair (if equipped) • Lift the track release bar to move the seat forward or rearward. Make sure that the seat is relatched into place. • Pull the seatback handle up to recline the seat. Memory seats and adjustable pedals (if equipped) This system allows automatic positioning of the driver seat and...
  • Page 119 Seating and Safety Restraints A position can only be recalled when the transmission gearshift is in Park. 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.
  • Page 120 Seating and Safety Restraints Press to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion. Press to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion. Press the control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. Manual seat memory feature The manual adjust seat and seatback may lose their memory positions and not latch in the desired place.
  • Page 121 Seating and Safety Restraints Heated seats (if equipped) To operate the heated seats: • Push control to activate. • Push again to deactivate. The indicator light on the control will illuminate when activated. REAR SEATS Head restraints Your vehicle’s seats are equipped with head restraints which adjust up and down.
  • Page 122 Seating and Safety Restraints Rear folding seats (if equipped) Folding down rear seats into load floor Ensure that no objects such as books, purses or briefcases are on the floor in front of the second row seats before folding them down and insure the seat is fully latched rearward.
  • Page 123 Seating and Safety Restraints 4. Stow headrest into the green caps found on the top of the seat cushion. 5. Lift the lower seat control and flip the seatback down.
  • Page 124 Seating and Safety Restraints 6. For bench seats only, lift up flap on seatback to release closeout panel. 7. For bench seats only, rotate panel to closeout the space between the seatback and the floor. Returning the seat to upright Insure the seat is pulled back to the locked position, whether the seat is occupied or empty.
  • Page 125 Seating and Safety Restraints 4. Remove headrest from storage position and return to 2nd row seatback. Push down headrest completely to secure. Reclining the second row seatback Locate the release handle located on the outboard side of the seat cushion and lift gently to allow the seatback to be adjusted to the desired location.
  • Page 126 Seating and Safety Restraints 1. Rotate the upper seat control rearward while pushing the seatback toward the front of the vehicle. 2. Push the seatback toward the front of the vehicle. This releases the seat track and the seat will move forward.
  • Page 127 Seating and Safety Restraints 1. Pull the seat release lever located on the lower right side of the seatback while pushing the seatback down onto the seat cushion. • The seatback will latch onto the cushion. 2. Lift the seat release bar located at the center of the seat near the floor to release the floor latches.
  • Page 128: Safety Restraints

    Seating and Safety Restraints SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. To reduce the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained. Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving.
  • Page 129 Seating and Safety Restraints 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 it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle.
  • Page 130 Seating and Safety Restraints When to use the automatic locking mode • Any time a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position (if equipped). Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible.
  • Page 131 Seating and Safety Restraints How to disengage the automatic locking mode Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified technician after any collision. Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted.
  • Page 132 Seating and Safety Restraints Safety belt replacement label The short plastic boot on the front safety belt at the passenger outboard anchor location covers a “Replace Belt” label on the safety belt. In the event of a collision, the colored label (REPLACE BELT) may become visible.
  • Page 133 Seating and Safety Restraints Failure to follow these instructions will affect the performance of the safety belts and increase the risk of personal injury. Safety belt pretensioner (if equipped) Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and front outboard passenger seating positions.
  • Page 134 Seating and Safety Restraints Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision. Lap belts Adjusting the lap belt The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around the...
  • Page 135 Seating and Safety Restraints The lap belt will adjust automatically. To fasten, grasp the tongue, and with a continuous motion, pull out enough webbing to buckle the tongue into the correct buckle. If you did not pull out enough webbing to reach the buckle, allow the tongue to retract fully before trying to pull it out again.
  • Page 136 Seating and Safety Restraints If... The driver’s safety belt is not buckled before the vehicle has reached at least 5 km/h (3 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...
  • Page 137 Seating and Safety Restraints Reasons given... Consider... “I was in a hurry” Prime time for an accident. BeltMinder 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 cars, and by 60% in light trucks.
  • Page 138 Seating and Safety Restraints Deactivating/activating the BeltMinder feature Read steps 1 - 9 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation/activation programming procedure. The BeltMinder feature can be deactivated/activated by performing the following procedure: Before following the procedure, make sure that: • The parking brake is set •...
  • Page 139 (if equipped), LATCH child seat tether anchors and lower anchors (if equipped), and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies used in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced.
  • Page 140: Air Bags

    This information will assist Ford Motor Company in servicing the vehicle and in helping to better understand real world collisions and further improve the safety of future vehicles.
  • Page 141 Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. The front passenger air bag is not designed to offer protection to an occupant in the center front seating position.
  • Page 142 Seating and Safety Restraints 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.
  • Page 143 Seating and Safety Restraints 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...
  • Page 144: Child Restraints

    Seating and Safety Restraints 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. 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.
  • Page 145 Seating and Safety Restraints 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. Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any infant or child restraint you might use.
  • Page 146 (passenger side front and outboard rear seating positions) (if equipped) section in this chapter. Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capable of providing a tether anchorage.
  • Page 147 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.
  • Page 148 Seating and Safety Restraints 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...
  • Page 149 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.
  • Page 150 Seating and Safety Restraints Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown. The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor. 1. Position the child safety seat on the seat cushion. 2.
  • Page 151 Seating and Safety Restraints • Third row • The anchors are located under the seat frame. 4. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown. If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly, the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision.
  • Page 152: Driving

    Driving STARTING 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.
  • Page 153 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.
  • Page 154 Driving 5. Turn the key to 4 (ON) without turning the key to 5 (START). If there is difficulty in turning the key, firmly rotate the steering wheel left and right until the key turns freely. This condition may occur when: •...
  • Page 155 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, press the accelerator pedal all the way to floor and hold.
  • Page 156: Brakes

    Driving Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems checked whenever: • the vehicle is raised for service. • the sound of the exhaust system changes. • 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.
  • Page 157 Anti-lock brake system (ABS) This vehicle is 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.
  • Page 158 Driving 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 parking brake released. (If your brake warning lamp illuminates, have your vehicle serviced immediately.) Parking brake Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is parked.
  • Page 159 Pull the release lever to release the brake. Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy. STEERING YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle is equipped with power steering. Power steering uses energy from the engine to help steer the vehicle.
  • Page 160: Transmission Operation

    Driving PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Your vehicle has special design and equipment features to make it capable of performing in a wide variety of circumstances.
  • Page 161 1. Apply the parking brake, turn ignition key to LOCK, then remove the key. 2. Insert the key and turn it to OFF. Apply the brake pedal and shift to N (Neutral). In the OFF position, the automatic transmission shift lever can be moved from the P (Park) position without the brake pedal depressed.
  • Page 162 Driving 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) Always come to a complete stop before shifting into P (Park).
  • Page 163 Driving (Overdrive) can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control OVERDRIVE switch (TCS) on the end of the gearshift lever. The transmission control indicator light (TCIL) (the word OFF) on the OVERDRIVE end of the gearshift lever will illuminate. Drive – Not shown on the display. Activate by pressing the transmission control switch (TCS) on the end of the gearshift lever with the gearshift in the position.
  • Page 164 Driving (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. Forced Downshifts To gain acceleration in (Overdrive) or Drive (O/D OFF) when passing another vehicle, push the accelerator to the floor.
  • Page 165 To help avoid personal injury, please read and understand the limitations of the reverse sensing system as contained in this section. Reverse sensing is only an aid for some (generally large and fixed) objects when moving in reverse on a flat surface at “parking speeds”.
  • Page 166 Driving The RSS is automatically enabled when the gear selector is placed in R (Reverse) and the ignition is ON. The RSS control allows the driver to disable the RSS only when the ignition is ON, and the gear selector is in R (Reverse). The OFF indicator remains illuminated when the system is disabled.
  • Page 167 4WD system indicator lights The 4WD system indicator lights illuminate only under the following conditions. If these lights illuminate when driving in 2WD, contact your Ford dealer as soon as possible. • 4x4- momentarily illuminates after the engine is started.
  • Page 168 Driving 2H (2WD High) – For general on-road driving. Sends power to the rear wheels only. 4H (4WD High) – For winter and off-road conditions. Sends power to front and rear wheels. 4L (4WD Low)– For low-speed off-road cond applications that require extra power such as steep grades, deep sand or pulling a boat out of the water.
  • Page 169 Shifting from 4x4 HIGH (4WD High) to 4x4 LOW (4WD Low) 1. Bring the vehicle to a complete stop. 2. Depress the brake. 3. Place the gearshift in N (Neutral). 4. Move the 4WD control to the 4x4 LOW position. 5.
  • Page 170 Driving How your vehicle differs from other vehicles Truck and utility vehicles can differ from some other vehicles. Your vehicle may be higher to allow it to travel over rough terrain without getting hung up or damaging underbody components. The differences that make your vehicle so versatile also make it handle differently than an ordinary passenger car.
  • Page 171 If your vehicle gets stuck 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.
  • Page 172 Driving Parking On some 4WD vehicles, when the transfer case is in the N (Neutral) position, the engine and transmission are disconnected from the rest of the driveline. Therefore, the vehicle is free to roll even if the automatic transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in gear. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in N (Neutral) position.
  • Page 173 Ford Motor Company joins the U.S. Forest Service and the Bureau of Land Management in encouraging you to help preserve our national forest and other public and private lands by “treading lightly.”...
  • Page 174 Driving or straight down. Avoid driving crosswise or turning on steep slopes or hills. A danger lies in losing traction, slipping sideways and possibly rolling over. Whenever driving on a hill, determine beforehand the route you will use. Do not drive over the crest of a hill without seeing what conditions are on the other side.
  • Page 175 If you nevertheless decide to equip your 4WD for off-road use with tires larger than what Ford Motor Company recommends, you should not use these tires for highway driving. If you use any tire/wheel combination not recommended by Ford Motor Company, it may adversely affect vehicle handling and could cause steering, suspension, axle or transfer case failure.
  • Page 176 For this reason, Ford Motor Company strongly recommends that you do not make modifications such as adding or removing parts (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment.
  • Page 177: Vehicle Loading

    Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicle equipped with a high load or device (such as ladder racks or pickup box cover).
  • Page 178 Driving • 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. • GCW (Gross Combined Weight): The combined weight of the towing vehicle (including occupants and cargo) and the loaded trailer.
  • Page 179 Always ensure that the weight of occupants, 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.
  • Page 180: Trailer Towing

    Driving TRAILER TOWING Your vehicle may tow a Conventional/Class IV trailer provided the maximum trailer weight is less than or equal to the maximum trailer weight listed for your engine and rear axle ratio on the following charts. Your vehicle’s load capacity is designated by weight, not by volume, so you cannot necessarily use all available space when loading a vehicle.
  • Page 181 4x4 w/automatic transmission Engine Rear axle ratio 5.4L 4.10 6.8L 3.73 6.8L 4.30 The frame mounted hitch receiver is non-removable. Towing a Class IV trailer (extra heavy duty) 2,268–4,536 kg (5,001–10,000 lbs.) trailer weight requires a weight-distributing or fifth-wheel hitch. Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label.
  • Page 182 Driving Adjusting an equalizing hitch so the rear bumper of the vehicle is higher than it was unloaded will defeat the function of the load equalizing hitch and may cause unpredictable handling. Safety chains Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle hitch.
  • Page 183 Driving while you tow When towing a trailer: • Ensure that you turn off your speed control. The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades. • Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer. •...
  • Page 184: Recreational Towing

    If a distance of 80 km (50 miles) or a speed of 56 km (35 mph) must be exceeded, the drive shaft will have to be removed before the vehicle is towed. Ford recommends the driveshaft be removed/installed only by a qualified technician. See your local dealer for driveshaft removal/installation. Improper removal/installation of the driveshaft can cause transmission fluid loss, damage to the driveshaft and internal transmission components.
  • Page 185: Roadside Emergencies

    GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available: • 24–hours, seven days a week •...
  • Page 186: Hazard Flasher Switch

    1–800–241–3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140. Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call 1–800–665–2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain reimbursement information, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call 1-800-241-3673;...
  • Page 187: Fuses And Relays

    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.
  • Page 188 Roadside Emergencies Note: 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. Standard fuse amperage rating and color Fuse Mini Standard rating...
  • Page 189 Roadside Emergencies To remove the fuse panel cover, turn the panel fasteners counterclockwise. To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover. The fuses are coded as follows.
  • Page 190 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 15A* 20A* 20A* 20A* 20A* 20A* 30A* — 20A* 10A* 20A* 20A* 15A* 10A* 15A* 15A* 20A* 10A* — 25A* 20A* 20A* 15A* 10A* 10A* 15A* 10A* 10A* Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Adjustable pedals Power point - floor console Power point –...
  • Page 191 Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Location Rating 15A* Highbeam headlamps 15A* Clutch interlock switch Radio (start) 15A* Front wiper 10A* Brake on-off switch 10A* Instrument cluster 10A* PCM Keep-Alive 15A* Horn 20A* Trailer tow park lamps and backup lamps —...
  • Page 192: Changing Tires

    Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 30A** 30A** 20A** 30A** 30A CB 60A** — — — — — — — — — — * Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily. Instead, gradually decrease your speed.
  • Page 193 Location of the spare tire and tools The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the following locations: Tool Spare tire Jack Jack handle and lug wrench 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.
  • Page 194 Roadside Emergencies 2. Turn engine OFF and block the diagonally opposite wheel (block not provided). 3. Remove the jack, jack handle, lug wrench and spare tire from the stowage locations. 4. Use the tip of the lug wrench to remove any wheel trim. 5.
  • Page 195 Roadside Emergencies • Front (4x2) • Front passenger side (4x4)
  • Page 196 Roadside Emergencies • Front driver side (4x4) Make sure the jack fits into the notched area on the differential housing. • Rear 8. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground and high enough to install the spare tire.
  • Page 197: Jump Starting

    * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. All 2 piece flat wheel nuts, apply a light machine oil between the flat washer and the nut. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes.
  • Page 198 Roadside Emergencies 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.
  • Page 199 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 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.
  • Page 200 Roadside Emergencies 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.
  • Page 201 Roadside Emergencies 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle’s battery. 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 so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions.
  • Page 202: Wrecker Towing

    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. On 4x2 vehicles, it is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the front wheels on the ground and the rear wheels off the ground using a wheel lift or a slingbelt with T-hooks.
  • Page 203 If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. Ford Motor Company produces 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.
  • Page 204: Customer Assistance

    Ford Customer Relationship Center. 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 Relationship Center to find an authorized dealership to help you.
  • Page 205 P.O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) www.ford.ca In order to help you service your Ford or Lincoln Mercury vehicle, please have the following information available when contacting a Customer Relationship Center: • Your telephone number (home and business).
  • Page 206: The Dispute Settlement Board

    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...
  • Page 207 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?
  • Page 208 • The name of the dealer(s) who sold or serviced the vehicle. • A brief description of your unresolved concern. • A brief summary of the action taken by the dealer(s) and Ford Motor Company. • The names (if known) of all the people you contacted at the dealership(s).
  • Page 209: Utilizing The Mediation/Arbitration

    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.
  • Page 210: Getting Assistance Outside The U.s. And Canada

    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...
  • Page 211: Ordering Additional Owner's Literature

    Customer Assistance 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.
  • Page 212: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)

    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 (or 366–0123 in the Washington D.C.
  • Page 213: Cleaning

    WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral Ph shampoo, such as Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is available from your dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing or laundry liquid.
  • Page 214 Cleaning • Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar spots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips. • Always read the instructions before using the products. ALUMINUM WHEELS AND COVERS Aluminum wheel rims or covers are coated with a clearcoat paint finish. In order to maintain their shine: •...
  • Page 215 Clean the outside of the windshield or rear window with a non-abrasive cleaner such as Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (E4AZ-19C507–AA), available from your authorized Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer. If after cleaning the glass surface, the water sheets from the glass (e.g., does not bead), then the window is clean.
  • Page 216 Cleaning WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear window and wiper blades should be cleaned regularly. If the wiper does not wipe properly, substances on the windshield, rear window or the wiper blades may be the cause. These may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes, tree sap, or other organic contamination.
  • Page 217: Underbody Preservation

    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 (not available in Canada) Ford Custom Bright Metal Cleaner...
  • Page 218 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 (not available in Canada) Ford Custom Bright Metal Cleaner...
  • Page 219: Maintenance And Specifications

    Maintenance and Specifications SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy location. • We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide the necessary parts and service.
  • Page 220: Hood

    Maintenance and Specifications Working with the engine on 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. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running.
  • Page 221: Engine Compartment

    Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5.4L V8/6.8L V10 gasoline engines Refer to the 7.3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner’s Guide Supplement for diesel engine component locations. 1. Battery 2. Engine oil filler cap 3.
  • Page 222: Engine Oil

    In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir all the way. Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification ESR-M17P5–A. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive.
  • Page 223 Maintenance and Specifications 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks, the oil level is acceptable.
  • Page 224 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.
  • Page 225: Battery

    Maintenance and Specifications 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.
  • Page 226 Maintenance and Specifications 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.
  • Page 227 Maintenance and Specifications If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed, the clock must be reset once the battery is reconnected. • Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner. Follow your local authorized standards for disposal.
  • Page 228 Maintenance and Specifications When the engine is cold, check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir. • 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).
  • Page 229 • Do not add extra inhibitors or additives to the coolant. These can be harmful and compromise the corrosion protection of the engine coolant. • Do not mix with recycled coolant unless from a Ford-approved recycling process (see Use of Recycled engine coolant section).
  • Page 230 Maintenance and Specifications For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non-pressurized cap on the coolant recovery system, add coolant to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is cool. Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the “cold full” level. For all other vehicles, which have a coolant degas system with a pressurized cap, or if it is necessary to remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle with an overflow system, follow these steps to add engine coolant.
  • Page 231 Maintenance and Specifications Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends the use of a recycled engine coolant produced by Ford-approved processes in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant (green-colored). However, not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant that meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44–A.
  • Page 232 Maintenance and Specifications • 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.
  • Page 233: Fuel Information

    Maintenance and Specifications When fail-safe mode is activated You have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive the vehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be able to maintain high-speed operation and the engine will run rough. Remember that the engine is capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine damage, therefore: 1.
  • Page 234 Maintenance and Specifications Gasoline may contain benzene, which is a cancer-causing agent. Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before fueling your vehicle. • Always turn off the vehicle before fueling.
  • Page 235 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.
  • Page 236 Maintenance and Specifications 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.
  • Page 237 World-wide Fuel Charter. In Canada, look for fuels that display the Auto Makers’ Choice Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to improve air quality. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse affect on powertrain components.
  • Page 238 Maintenance and Specifications ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the driver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently as possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings are NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy.
  • Page 239 Maintenance and Specifications 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.
  • Page 240 Maintenance and Specifications • 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. • Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may reduce fuel economy.
  • Page 241 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.
  • Page 242 Maintenance and Specifications Illumination of the “Service Engine Soon” 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.
  • Page 243 Maintenance and Specifications 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 MERCON ATF. Check the fluid level when it is at ambient temperature, 20° – 80° F (-7° –...
  • Page 244 MAX. Do not fill above this line. 4. Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid certified to meet Ford specification ESA-M6C25–A. Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter. Brake fluid is toxic. If brake fluid contacts the eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes.
  • Page 245 Maintenance and Specifications TRANSMISSION FLUID 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.
  • Page 246 Maintenance and Specifications 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).
  • Page 247 Maintenance and Specifications 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 this chapter. Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transmission component damage.
  • Page 248: Air Filter(S)

    Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter. AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element.
  • Page 249 Maintenance and Specifications 2. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing. 3. Remove the air filter element from the open end of the air filter housing. 4. Install a new air filter element, ensuring the arrow on the top half of the air filter housing lines up with the notch on the bottom half of air filter housing.
  • Page 250 Maintenance and Specifications 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. 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.
  • Page 251 Maintenance and Specifications SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure • Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. • 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).
  • Page 252 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”, “Touring”, etc.), as originally offered by Ford.
  • Page 253 Maintenance and Specifications 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.
  • Page 254: Part Numbers

    Owner’s Guide Supplement for Motorcraft diesel engine service part numbers. **Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark plug gap information. REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Name Front axle Motorcraft SAE 75W-90 Premium 4x4 Front Axle Lubricant Rear axle...
  • Page 255 Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Ford Part Name Engine coolant- Motorcraft Gasoline Premium Engine engines Coolant (green-colored) or Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) Engine Refer to your 7.3L Diesel Supplement coolant-Diesel engine Engine oil Motorcraft SAE (includes filter 5W-20 Premium...
  • Page 256 The axle lubricant should be changed any time the rear axle has been submerged in water. Add 236 ml (8 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A or equivalent meeting Ford Specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles. Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle to the bottom of the filler hole with the specified lubricant.
  • Page 257: Lubricant Specifications

    Maintenance and Specifications LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Ford part name Item or equivalent High Temperature 4X4 Front Axle Spindle bearing and Wheel Bearing Grease Front axle Motorcraft SAE 75W-90 Premium 4x4 Front Axle Lubricant Rear axle Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 High Performance Synthetic Rear...
  • Page 258 Add 236 ml (8 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ-19B546-A or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles. Ford design rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that does not require changing unless the axle has been submerged in water.
  • Page 259: Engine Data

    Maintenance and Specifications Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle. Check the container to verify the fluid being added is of the correct type. Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to determine the correct service interval.
  • Page 260: Vehicle Dimensions

    Maintenance and Specifications VEHICLE DIMENSIONS EXCURSION Dimension 4x2 mm (in) (1) Overall length 5 759 (226.7) (2) Overall width 2 031 (79.9) (3) Overall height 1 967 (77.4) (4) Wheelbase 3 480 (137.0) (5) Track (Front / 1 738 (68.4)/ Rear) 1 729 (68.1) 4x4 mm (in)
  • Page 261 Maintenance 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.
  • Page 262 Maintenance and Specifications Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX instrument panel. (Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number.) 1.
  • Page 263: Accessories

    Accessories FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for your vehicle 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.
  • Page 264 Accessories Travel equipment Adjustable Towing Systems Auto headlamp system with DRL (Daytime Running Lights) Battery Warmer Box Aluminum Rack cargo storage systems Daytime running lights Factory luggage rack adaptors Fog lights Framed luggage covers Hard and soft sided roof box Highway safety and first aid kit Multi sport track rider cross bars Multi sport track rider adaptors...
  • Page 265 (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.) • Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse effects or damage that may result from the use of such equipment. Accessories...
  • Page 266: Index

    Index ABS (see Brakes) ...157 Accessory delay ...86 Air bag supplemental restraint system ...140 and child safety seats ...142 description ...140 disposal ...144 driver air bag ...142 indicator light ...12, 144 operation ...142 passenger air bag ...142 Air cleaner filter ...248, 254 Air conditioning ...60 auxiliary heater and air conditioner ...68...
  • Page 267 ...227 refill capacities ...231, 254 specifications ...257, 259 Cruise control (see Speed control) ...89 Customer Assistance ...185 Ford accessories for your vehicle ...217–218 Ford Extended Service Plan ...206 Getting assistance outside the U.S. and Canada ...210 Getting roadside assistance ...185...
  • Page 268 Index fail-safe coolant ...232 idle speed control ...225 lubrication specifications ...257, 259 refill capacities ...254 service points ...221 starting after a collision ...186 Engine block heater ...155 Engine oil ...222 checking and adding ...222 dipstick ...222 filter, specifications ...224, 254 recommendations ...224 refill capacities ...254 specifications ...257, 259...
  • Page 269 Head restraints ...121 Headlamps ...71 aiming ...73 autolamp system ...71 bulb specifications ...75 daytime running lights ...72 flash to pass ...72 high beam ...13, 72 replacing bulbs ...76 turning on and off ...71 warning chime ...14 Heating heating and air conditioning system ...57, 60 HomeLink universal transceiver (see Garage...
  • Page 270 Index service engine soon ...10 speed control ...93 turn signal indicator ...13 Limited slip axle (see Traction Loc) ...159 Load limits ...177 GAWR ...177 GVWR ...177 trailer towing ...177 Loading instructions ...179 Locks autolock ...112 childproof ...106 doors ...105 Lubricant specifications ...257, 259 Lumbar support, seats ...119 Manual transmission fluid capacities ...254...
  • Page 271 replacing the batteries ...108 Reverse sensing system ...164 Roadside assistance ...185 Roof rack ...103 Safety belts (see Safety restraints) ...14, 128–131, 133 Safety defects, reporting ...212 Safety restraints ...128–131, 133 belt minder ...135 cleaning the safety belts ...139 extension assembly ...139 for adults ...129–131 for children ...144–145 lap belt ...134...
  • Page 272 Index Turn signal ...13, 73 Vehicle dimensions ...260 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ...262 Vehicle loading ...177 Ventilating your vehicle ...156 Warning chimes ...14–15 Warning lights (see Lights) ...10 Washer fluid ...222 Water, Driving through ...177 Windows power ...85 rear wiper/washer ...80 Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and adding fluid ...222...

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