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Ford 2003 Explorer Owner's Manual

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  • Page 1: Table Of Contents

    2003 Explorer 2-door Table of Contents Introduction Instrument Cluster Warning and control lights Gauges Entertainment Systems AM/FM stereo with CD AM/FM stereo cassette with CD Rear seat controls Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Rear passenger climate control Rear window defroster...
  • Page 2 Table of Contents Seating and Safety Restraints Seating Safety restraints Air bags Child restraints Driving Starting Brakes Transmission operation Roadside Emergencies Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing Customer Assistance The dispute settlement board Utilizing the mediation/arbitration...
  • 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 Introduction 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 Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls. Please read the section Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury. Front seat mounted rear facing child or infant seats should NEVER be used in front of a passenger side air bag unless the air bag can be and is turned OFF.
  • Page 7 Introduction This stored information may be read out and used by: • Ford Motor Company. • service and repair facilities. • law enforcement or government agencies. • others who may assert a right or obtain your consent to know such information.

  • Page 8: Vehicle Symbol Glossary

    Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. Vehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat Installation Child Seat Lower Warning Anchor Child Seat Tether Brake System Anchor Brake Fluid -...
  • Page 9 Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Power Window Lockout Front/Rear Interior Luggage Child Safety Door Compartment Release Lock/Unlock Symbol Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking, Flames, Battery Acid or Sparks Explosive Gas Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid...

  • Page 10: Instrument Cluster

    Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES DOOR AJAR CHECK GAGE RPMx1000 SPEED CHECK CONT ENGINE HIGH CHECK km/h FUEL R N D 2 1 THEFT BRAKE 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.
  • Page 11 Instrument Cluster Check fuel cap: Illuminates when CHECK the fuel cap may not be properly FUEL installed. Continued driving with this light on may cause the Check Engine warning light to come on. refer to Fuel filler cap in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning light is functional, it will...
  • Page 12 Instrument Cluster Safety belt: Reminds you to fasten your safety belt. A chime will also sound to remind you to fasten your safety belt. Charging system: Illuminates when the battery is not charging properly. Check gage: Illuminates when any CHECK of the following conditions has GAGE occurred:...

  • Page 13: Gauges

    Instrument Cluster Speed control: Illuminates when SPEED the speed control is activated. Turns CONT off when the speed control system is deactivated. Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.
  • Page 14 Instrument Cluster Engine coolant temperature gauge: Indicates engine coolant temperature. At normal operating temperature, the needle will be in the normal range (between “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 and let the engine cool.
  • Page 15 Instrument Cluster Battery voltage gauge: Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range (as indicated by arrows), have the vehicle’s electrical system checked as soon as possible. Engine oil pressure gauge: Indicates engine oil pressure.

  • Page 16: Entertainment Systems

    Entertainment Systems AM/FM STEREO / SINGLE CD RADIO 14 15 16 17 18 VOL - PUSH ON BASS TREB FADE DISC SEEK TUNE COMP DISCS SHUFFLE 1. Balance: Press to shift sound to the left/right speakers. 2. Fade: Press to shift sound to the front/rear speakers.
  • Page 17 Entertainment Systems 5. EJ (eject): Press to eject a CD. 6. COMP (Compression): In CD mode, press to bring louder and softer levels into more comfortable listening level. The compression icon (c) will appear in the display. 7. Shuffle: Press to listen to the SHUFFLE tracks on the CD in random order.
  • Page 18 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. The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed.

  • Page 19: Am/Fm Stereo Cassette With Cd

    Entertainment Systems PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD 1. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase/decrease volume. 2. Scan: Press to hear a brief SCAN sampling of all listenable stations, tape selections or CD tracks. Press again to stop. 3. CD Door: Insert a CD with the label side up.
  • Page 20 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 21 Entertainment Systems 9. Clock: Press and hold to set the clock. Press the SEEK to decrease hours or SEEK increase hours. Press the TUNE to decrease minutes or TUNE increase minutes. If your vehicle has a stand alone clock this control will not function.
  • Page 22 Entertainment Systems 15. Side 1–2: Works in tape mode only. Press to play reverse side of the tape. 16. Fast Forward (FF): Press for a slow advance, press and hold for a fast advance. 17. Rewind (REW): Press for a slow rewind, press and hold for a fast rewind.
  • Page 23 Entertainment Systems AM/FM STEREO IN-DASH SIX CD RADIO FOR PIONEER SOUND SYSTEM 1. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase or decrease volume levels. 2. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FM frequency band. 3. CD: Press to select CD mode. 4.
  • Page 24 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. The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed.
  • Page 25 Entertainment Systems 11. Load: Press to load a CD. Press and hold to load up to six discs. 12. Eject: Press to eject a CD. Press and hold to eject all loaded discs. 13. Balance: Press BAL; then press to shift sound to the left/right speakers.

  • Page 26: Rear Seat Controls

    Entertainment Systems DSP ambiance feature (if equipped): This feature gives the feeling of “being there” to your music, creating increased clarity as well as an open and spacious feel to the music. Press DSP to access the ambiance menu. Press SEL to engage/disengage. Turn the volume control to increase/decrease the level of ambiance.
  • Page 27 Entertainment Systems RADIO FREQUENCIES AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM - 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz FM- 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz RADIO RECEPTION FACTORS There are three factors that can affect radio reception: •...
  • Page 28 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 29: Climate Controls

    Climate Controls MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM 1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. 2. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle. 3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle.

  • Page 30: Rear Passenger Climate Control

    Climate Controls To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select A/C 2. Modulate the temperature control to maintain comfort. 3. Set the fan speed to HI 4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to the outer instrument panel vents, close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel.

  • Page 31: Lights

    Lights HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps. Turns the headlamps on. AUTOLAMP DELAY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The autolamp sets the headlamps to turn on and off automatically. The autolamp control, located in the interior mirror, may be set to: •...
  • Page 32 Lights High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. Pull the lever towards you to deactivate. Flash to pass Pull the lever toward you to activate. Release the lever to deactivate. PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Move the control up and down to adjust the intensity of the panel lighting.
  • Page 33 Lights AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed before leaving the assembly plant. If your vehicle is involved in an accident or if you have problems fixing the alignment of your headlamps, have them checked by a qualified service technician.
  • Page 34 Lights 5. Locate the vertical adjuster for each headlamp. Adjust the aim by turning the adjuster control either clockwise (to adjust down) or counterclockwise (to adjust up). Note: Use a 4 mm socket or box wrench to turn the vertical adjuster control.
  • Page 35 Lights To use the reading lamps: • Press the rocker control located near each reading lamp to turn it on. • Press the rocker control again to turn it off. BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. Replacing headlamp bulbs Do not touch the glass of a halogen bulb.
  • Page 36 Lights 6. Carefully pull old bulb out of the lamp assembly 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.
  • Page 37 Lights Replacing tail lamp/turn/backup lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF psoition and then open the liftgate/tailgate. 2. Remove the two screws from the lamps assembly. 3. Remove the lamp assembly. 4. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove it from the lamp assembly.
  • Page 38 Lights Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1. Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position and then remove two screws and the license plate lamp assembly. 2. Remove the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise and pull the bulb straight out.
  • Page 39 Lights Replacement bulbs Function Number of Trade number bulbs Headlamps 9007 Park/turn/side marker lamps 3157 AK (Amber) Rear stop/tail/turn lamps 3157K Backup lamps 3156K Hi-mount brake lamp Foglamps 9145 Rear license plate lamps Overhead map lamps PC579 (XU5B-13466–AA) Cargo lamp 211–2 Map lamps 168 (T10)

  • Page 40: Driver Controls

    Driver Controls MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers; rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers. Speed dependent wipers: When the wiper control is on, the speed of the wipers will automatically adjust with the vehicle speed.

  • Page 41: Steering Wheel Adjustment

    Driver Controls Changing the wiper blades 1. Pull the wiper arm away from the vehicle. Turn the blade at an angle from 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.
  • Page 42 Driver Controls CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These include: • Utility compartment with compact disc storage • Auxiliary power point • Cupholders • Ashcup • Removable utility bag • Writing surface with note pad •...
  • Page 43 Driver Controls Storage compartment (if equipped) Press the OPEN control to open the door slightly. Pull the door down to open. The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or a similar object. Install a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can be used to hold a variety of aftermarket garage door openers.
  • Page 44 Driver Controls AUXILIARY POWER POINT The power point is an additional power source for electrical accessories. NOTE: Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug. Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty.

  • Page 45: Power Windows

    Driver Controls POWER WINDOWS When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings. Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open the window. Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window.

  • Page 46: Mirrors

    Driver Controls Automatic dimming rear view mirror The autolamp/automatic dimming mirror is equipped with an automatic dimming feature. This feature will change from the normal DELAY AUTOLAMP MAX. state to the non-glare “active” state when bright lights (glare) reach the mirror.

  • Page 47: Speed Control

    Driver Controls SPEED CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) With speed control set, you can maintain a speed of 48 km/h (30 mph) or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal. Speed control does not work at speeds below 48 km/h (30 mph). Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery...
  • Page 48 Driver Controls • If the vehicle speed decreases more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. Resuming a set speed Press the RSM (resume) control and release it. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed.
  • Page 49 Driver Controls • Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached, press the SET ACC control. Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal or the clutch pedal (if equipped). This will not erase your vehicles previously set speed.
  • Page 50 Driver Controls To vent the moon roof: press and hold the control. The moon roof must be in the closed position in order to move it into the vent position. To close, press and hold the control until the glass panel stops moving.
  • Page 51 Driver Controls Note: The compass reading may be affected when driving near large buildings, bridges, power lines and broadcast antennas. Magnetic or metallic objects place on or in the vehicle may also affect the compass reading. • Adjusting the compass Note: The ignition must be in the ON position.
  • Page 52 Driver Controls POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Position the floor mat so that the 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.
  • Page 53 Driver Controls 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. 1. Remove the shade from the vehicle and extend it with the smooth grain facing you.
  • Page 54 Driver Controls OPERATING THE LIFTGATE Note: The liftgate can only be opened and closed from the outside of the vehicle. To open the liftgate window: 1. Unlock the liftgate using either the key or power door lock control. 2. Push the key lock cylinder in. 3.
  • Page 55 Driver Controls LUGGAGE RACK Your vehicle is equipped with a roof rack with out cross bars. The maximum recommended load is 44kg (100 lbs), evenly distributed. If it is not possible to distribute the load, position it as far rearward as possible. Use the tiedown loops to secure the load.

  • Page 56: 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 57: Anti-Theft System

    Locks and Security Your vehicle is equipped with a remote entry system which allows you to: • unlock the vehicle doors without a key. • lock all the vehicle doors without a key. • activate the personal alarm. If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are taken to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting.
  • Page 58 Locks and Security Sounding a panic alarm Press to activate the alarm. The horn will sound for a maximum of 30 seconds and the parklamps will flash for a maximum of 3 minutes. Press again or turn the ignition to ON to deactivate, or wait for the alarm to timeout in 3 minutes.
  • Page 59 Locks and Security How to reprogram your remote entry transmitters You must have all remote entry transmitters (maximum of four) available before beginning this procedure. To reprogram the remote entry transmitters: 1. Ensure the vehicle is electronically unlocked. 2. Put the key in the ignition. 3.
  • Page 60 Locks and Security When pressing the controls on the keypad, press the middle of the controls to ensure a good activation. Programming a personal entry code To create your own personal entry code: 1. Enter the factory set code. 2. Within five seconds press the 1 • 2 on the keypad. 3.
  • Page 61 Locks and Security To unlock all doors, press the 3 • 4 control within five seconds. To lock all doors, press the 7 • 8 and the 9 • 0 at the same time. You do not need to enter the keypad code first. Note: The interior lamps will turn off.
  • Page 62 Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key. Note: 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 63 Locks and Security Note: Large metallic objects, electronic devices that are used to purchase gasoline or similar items, or a second coded key on the same key chain may cause vehicle starting issues. You need to prevent these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine. These objects will not cause damage to the coded key, but may cause a momentary issue if they are too close to the key when starting the engine.
  • Page 64 Locks and Security Replacement keys If your keys are lost or stolen and you don’t have an extra coded key, you will need to have your vehicle towed to a dealership. The key codes need to be erased from your vehicle and new coded keys will need to be programmed.
  • Page 65 Locks and Security 3. Turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF) position, and remove the coded key from the ignition. 4. Within ten seconds of removing the previously programmed coded key, insert the other previously programmed coded key into the ignition. 5.

  • Page 66: Seating And Safety Restraints

    Seating and Safety Restraints FRONT SEATS Notes: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injury in a collision or sudden stop.
  • Page 67 Seating and Safety Restraints Adjusting the front manual seat Pull the lever located at the front edge of the seat to move the seat forward or backward. Release the lever to lock the seat in place. Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion.
  • Page 68 Seating and Safety Restraints Reclining the seats Pull the lever located on the outside of the seat to recline the seatback. Release the lever to lock the seatback in place. Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision.
  • Page 69 Seating and Safety Restraints Tip Slide Do not drive the vehicle with the tip slide seat unlatched. This may result in loss of vehicle control and severe personal injury. To operate the feature: 1. Lift the seatback control (1) on the side of the seat or push forward control (2).
  • Page 70 Seating and Safety Restraints Push or pull the head restraint to the desired position. Folding rear seats The rear seat adjustable head restraints should be placed in the full down position before folding the seat back down. 1. Pull the release up to unlatch the seatback.

  • Page 71: Safety Restraints

    Seating and Safety Restraints 3. Press down on the top outboard area of the seatback until a click is heard. When you hear the click, the seat is latched. To return the seat to the upright position: • Pull the release handle up to unlatch the seat.
  • Page 72 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. All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag (SRS) is provided.
  • Page 73 Seating and Safety Restraints Energy Management Feature • This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management feature at the front seating positions to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head-on collision. •...
  • Page 74 Seating and Safety Restraints • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. When you hear the clicking sound, the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode.
  • Page 75 Seating and Safety Restraints Front safety belt height adjustment Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. To adjust the shoulder belt height, push the button and slide the height adjuster up or down. Release the button and pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place.
  • Page 76 Seating and Safety Restraints 2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. 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: Safety belt pretensioner Your vehicle is equipped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and...
  • Page 77 Seating and Safety Restraints Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is not The safety belt warning light buckled before the ignition illuminates 1-2 minutes and the switch is turned to the ON warning chime sounds 4-8 seconds. position...
  • Page 78 Seating and Safety Restraints If... Then... The driver’s safety belt is The BeltMinder feature will not buckled while the safety belt activate. indicator light is illuminated and the safety belt warning chime is sounding... The driver’s safety belt is The BeltMinder feature will not buckled before the ignition activate.
  • Page 79 Seating and Safety Restraints Reasons given... Consider... “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.
  • Page 80 Seating and Safety Restraints • The gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) • The ignition switch is in the OFF position • The driver and passenger safety belt is unbuckled To reduce the risk of injury, do not deactivate/activate the Belt Minder feature while driving the vehicle.

  • Page 81: Air Bags

    (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. However,...
  • Page 82 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 83 Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer. Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle...
  • Page 84 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 a longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the air bag sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates air bag inflation.

  • Page 85: Child Restraints

    Seating and Safety Restraints • a readiness light and tone • a diagnostic module • and the electrical wiring which connects the components 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.
  • Page 86 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 labeled as conforming to all applicable Federal motor vehicle safety standards. Belt-positioning booster seats raise the child and provide a shorter, firmer seating cushion that encourages safer seating posture and better fit of lap and shoulder belts on the child.
  • Page 87 To improve the fit of both the lap and shoulder belt on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford Motor Company recommends use of a belt-positioning booster. Booster seats position a child so that safety belts fit better. They lift the child up so that the lap belt rests low across the hips and the knees bend comfortably.
  • Page 88 Seating and Safety Restraints Types of booster seats There are two types of belt-positioning booster seats: • Those that are backless. If your backless booster seat has a removable shield, remove the shield and use the lap/shoulder belt. If a seating position has a low seat back and no head restraint, a backless booster seat may place your child’s head (top...
  • Page 89 Seating and Safety Restraints Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of the booster seat. Never put the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind the back because it eliminates the protection for the upper part of the body and may increase the risk of injury or death in a collision. Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child.
  • Page 90 (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 91 Seating and Safety Restraints Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. 2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together.
  • Page 92 Seating and Safety Restraints 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.
  • Page 93 Seating and Safety Restraints 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. To check this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward and back.
  • Page 94 Seating and Safety Restraints 3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected rear seating position. 4. Clip the tether strap to the anchor. If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly, the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision. 5.
  • Page 95 Seating and Safety Restraints Attaching safety seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) attachments for child seat anchors Some child safety seats have two rigid or webbing mounted attachments that connect to two anchors at certain seating positions in your vehicle. This type of child seat eliminates the need to use seat belts to attach the child seat.
  • Page 96 Seating and Safety Restraints The lower anchors for child seat installation are located at the rear section of the rear seat between the cushion and seat back. Follow the child seat manufacturer’s instructions to properly install a child seat with LATCH attachments. Attach LATCH lower attachments of the child seat only to the anchors shown.

  • Page 97: Driving

    Driving STARTING YOUR VEHICLE Positions of the ignition 1. ACCESSORY, electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running. 2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel and allows key removal. 3. OFF, shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel.
  • Page 98 Driving 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 99 Driving • Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission: 1. Make sure the parking brake is set. 2. Push the clutch pedal to the floor. • Turn the key to 4 (ON) without turning the key to 5 (START).
  • Page 100 Driving • If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the light may not illuminate. Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to 4 (ON) without turning the key to 5 (START). If there is difficulty in turning the key, rotate the steering wheel until the key turns freely.

  • Page 101: Brakes

    Driving BRAKES Occasional brake noise is normal. If a metal-to-metal, continuous grinding or continuous squeal sound is present, the brake linings may be worn-out and should be inspected by a qualified service technician. If the vehicle has continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking, the vehicle should be inspected by a qualified service technician.
  • Page 102 Driving Parking brake To set the parking brake (1), press the parking brake pedal down until the pedal stops. The BRAKE warning lamp will illuminate and will remain illuminated until the parking brake BRAKE is released. To release, pull the lever (2). 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).

  • Page 103: Transmission Operation

    Driving 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 standard rear axle. PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles.
  • Page 104 Driving 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. 2. Insert the key and turn it to OFF. Apply the brake pedal and shift to N (Neutral).
  • Page 105 Driving Driving with a 5–speed automatic transmission (if equipped) Your transmission is equipped with an adaptive learning strategy found in the vehicle computer. This feature is designed to increase durability, and provide consistent shift feel over the life of the vehicle. A new vehicle or transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts.
  • Page 106 Driving (Overdrive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmission operates in gears one through ON/OFF five. (Overdrive) can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the end of the gearshift lever. This will illuminate the O/D OFF lamp and activate Drive. Drive (not shown) Drive is activated when the transmission control switch is pressed.
  • Page 107 Driving If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow If your vehicle gets 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.
  • Page 108 Driving Recommended shift speeds Downshift according to the following charts for your specific engine/drivetrain combination: Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fuel economy) 22 km/h (14 mph) 40 km/h (25 mph) 55 km/h (34 mph) 70 km/h (44 mph) Upshifts when cruising (recommended for best fuel economy) 19 km/h (12 mph) 31 km/h (19 mph) 46 km/h (29 mph)
  • Page 109 4x4 HIGH is selected. • 4WD LOW– illuminates when 4x4 LOW is selected. If these lights illuminate when driving in 2WD, contact your Ford dealer as soon as possible. Electronic shift on the fly 4WD system 2WD - Power to the rear wheels only; used for street and highway...
  • Page 110 Driving 4X4 HIGH - Used for extra traction such as in snow or icy roads or in off-road situations. Not intended for use on dry pavement. 4X4 LOW - Uses extra gearing to provide maximum power to all four wheels. Intended only for off-road applications such as deep sand, steep grades or pulling heavy objects.
  • Page 111 Driving You should either know the terrain or examine maps of the area before driving. Map out your route before driving in the area. To maintain steering and braking control of your vehicle, you must have all four wheels on the ground and they must be rolling, not sliding or spinning. Basic operating principles Maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in rough terrain;...
  • Page 112 Driving Do not spin the wheels at over 56 km/h (35 mph). The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn must be made, remember to avoid “over-driving” your vehicle (i.e., turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoid the emergency).
  • Page 113 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 114 Ford 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 115 Maintenance and Modifications Ford strongly recommends that you do not add or remove steering or suspension parts (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment. Do not use aftermarket “lift kits”...
  • Page 116 Driving VEHICLE LOADING Before loading a vehicle, familiarize yourself with the following terms: • Base Curb Weight: Weight of the vehicle including any standard equipment, fluids, lubricants, etc. It does not include occupants or aftermarket equipment. • Payload: Combined maximum allowable weight of cargo, occupants and optional equipment.
  • Page 117 Driving Always ensure that the weight of occupants, cargo and equipment is within the weight limitations, including both gross vehicle weight and front and rear gross axle weight rating limits. Note: Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label.
  • Page 118 Driving TRAILER TOWING 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: •...
  • Page 119 Driving 4x2 w/manual transmission Trailer Weight Maximum Rear Maximum Range frontal area of Engine axle GCWR - kg (0-Maximum) trailer - m ratio (lbs.) - kg (lbs.) 4.0L 3175 (7000) 0-1361 4.64 (50) SOHC (0-3000) Notes: For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 300 meters (1000 ft) elevation.
  • Page 120 Driving 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, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury.
  • Page 121 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.
  • Page 122 Driving • After you have traveled 80 km (50 miles), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • 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).
  • Page 123 If a distance of 80 km (50 miles) or a speed of 56 km/h (35 mph) must be exceeded, you must disconnect the front (on 4x4 vehicles) and rear driveshafts. Ford recommends the driveshaft(s) be removed/installed only by a qualified technician. See your local dealer for driveshaft removal/installation.

  • Page 124: Roadside Emergencies

    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 125: Hazard Flasher Switch

    Roadside Emergencies 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; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140. Canadian customers who need to obtain reimbursement information, call 1–800–665–2006.

  • Page 126: Fuses And Relays

    Roadside Emergencies This switch is located in the front passenger’s footwell, by the kick panel access cover. To reset the switch: 1. Turn the ignition OFF. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no leaks are apparent, reset the switch by pushing in on the reset button.
  • Page 127 Roadside Emergencies Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Cartridge Fuse Mini Standard Maxi Fuse link maxi rating fuses fuses fuses cartridge fuses Grey Grey — — — Violet Violet — — — Pink Pink — — — — — —...
  • Page 128 Roadside Emergencies The fuses are: Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Location Rating Panel Description Mirrors, Autolamp 7.5A Cluster, Autolamp. Generic Electronic Module (GEM), Keyless entry, 4x4 7.5A Trailer tow right-hand stop/turn lamps 7.5A Starter Park lamps, Autolamps, I/P dimming, Trailer tow 7.5A Air bags, Cluster 7.5A...
  • Page 129 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Location Rating Panel Description 7.5A Speed control, Anti-lock Brake System (ABS), 4x4, Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Park interlock, Keyless entry Ignition, IPATS Subwoofer Climate control, Rear climate control Stop lamps, Speed control, Auxiliary Center High-Mounted Stop Lamp (CHMSL) Air bags...
  • Page 130 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Passenger Compartment Fuse Location Rating Panel Description Seats Instrument panel dimming (XLS)/Rear audio control (XLT) — Not used Highbeam headlamps Rear audio ABS module — Not used Power distribution box The power distribution box is in the engine compartment.
  • Page 131 Roadside Emergencies The high-current fuses are: Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Location Rating Description 50A Cartridge Fuse Panel fuse — Not Used 20A Cartridge Moonroof (if equipped) fuse — Not Used — Not Used 50A Cartridge ABS Pump Motor fuse 30A Cartridge Powertrain Control...
  • Page 132 Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Location Rating Description — Not Used 20A Cartridge 4X4 Motor fuse — Not Used — Not Used 40A Cartridge Blower Motor fuse 30A Cartridge Rear Defroster fuse — Not Used — Not Used —...

  • Page 133: Changing Tires

    Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Location Rating Description — Not Used 15A Mini fuse Heated Oxygen Sensors 10A Mini fuse Right Low Beam — Not Used Speed control — Wiper Hi/Low Relay — Wiper Run/Park Relay — Not Used —...
  • Page 134 Roadside Emergencies Spare tire information The spare tire on your vehicle can be used as a spare tire or a regular tire. Your spare tire and tools can be found in the following locations: Tool Location Spare Tire under the vehicle, just in front of the rear bumper Jack, lug nut wrench in the cargo area on the left rear quarter...
  • Page 135 Roadside Emergencies To stow the spare tire 1. Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing up. 2. Slide the wheel under the vehicle. 3. Install the retainer through the wheel center. 4. Turn the lug wrench clockwise until the tire is in its original position.
  • Page 136 Roadside Emergencies 5. Turn off the ignition. To change the tire: Note: Passengers should not remain in the vehicle when the vehicle is being jacked. 1. Block both the front and rear of the wheel diagonally opposite the flat tire. For example, if the right front tire is flat, block the left rear wheel.
  • Page 137 Roadside Emergencies • Front • Rear...
  • Page 138 Roadside Emergencies 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. •...

  • Page 139: Jump Starting

    Roadside Emergencies ability, to the point where the ratchet/slip occurs, if possible. The spare tire carrier will not allow you to overtighten. If the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips with little effort, take the vehicle to your dealer for assistance at your earliest convenience.
  • Page 140 Roadside Emergencies 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. Connecting the jumper cables 1.
  • Page 141 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.
  • Page 142 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 143 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 144: Wrecker Towing

    Ford recommends your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a...

  • Page 145: 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 146 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 147: 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 148 Customer Assistance 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.
  • Page 149 • 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 150: 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 151: 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 152: Ordering Additional Owner's Literature

    (Items in this catalog may be purchased by 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. IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY) California Civil Code Section 1793.2(d) requires that, if a manufacturer...

  • Page 153: 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 154: Cleaning

    Cleaning WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral Ph shampoo, such as Motorcraft 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 155 • Do not use hydrofluoric acid-based or high caustic-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuels or strong household detergent. • To remove tar and grease, use Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Removal (B7A-19520–AA), available from your dealer. ENGINE Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt buildup keep the engine warmer than normal.
  • Page 156 Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Removal (B7A-19520–AA). WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield, rear window and wiper blades should be cleaned regularly.
  • Page 157 For fabric, carpets, cloth seats and safety belts: • Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner. • Remove light stains and soil with Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner (E8AZ-19523–AA). • If grease or tar is present on the material, spot-clean the area first with Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14).
  • Page 158 FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality products available 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.
  • Page 159 Motorcraft Vinyl Conditioner (Canada only) (CXC-94) Motorcraft Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (not available in Canada) (ZC-11–A) Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover* (not available in Canada) (B7A-19520–AA) Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner (not available in Canada) (E8AZ-19523–AA) Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner (ZC-15) Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37–A)

  • Page 160: Maintenance And Specifications

    Maintenance and Specifications SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS • Use the Scheduled Maintenance Guide to track routine service. • Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts conforming to specifications. • Your dealership can provide parts and service. PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE •...

  • Page 161: Hood

    Maintenance and Specifications OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the latch located in the center between the hood and the grille. 3. Lift the hood. 4.0L SOHC V6 ENGINE 1.

  • Page 162: Engine Oil

    Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is low. In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir completely. Use washer fluid that meets Ford specifications. Check State or local regulations for restrictions on the use of methanol, a common windshield washer fluid additive.
  • Page 163 Maintenance and Specifications 5. Remove the engine oil dipstick and wipe clean. 6. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again. 7. If the oil level is low, add enough oil to raise the level to within the acceptable range. Note: Oil levels above the mark indicating full may cause engine damage.

  • Page 164: Battery

    WSS-M2C205–A. It is also recommended that you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter or an equivalent filter meeting the Ford Motor Company specification for your engine. Change your engine oil and filter according to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with a...
  • Page 165 Maintenance and Specifications For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean and dry. Also, make certain the battery 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.
  • Page 166 Maintenance and Specifications 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. • The vehicle may need to be driven 16 km (10 miles) or more to relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy.
  • Page 167 Maintenance and Specifications • Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. • Enables calibrated gauges to work properly. 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”...
  • Page 168 If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield. • Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored), VC-7–A (VC-7–B in Oregon), meeting Ford Specification WSS-M97B51–A1. Note: Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets, VC-6, may darken the color of Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant from yellow to golden tan.
  • Page 169 Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine coolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available.

  • Page 170: Fuel Information

    Maintenance and Specifications 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° F]): • It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 50%.
  • Page 171 Maintenance and Specifications 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 cause injury. 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 personal injury.
  • Page 172 Aftermarket products could cause damage to the fuel system and invalidate your warranty. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to improve air quality. Running out of fuel Running out of fuel may have an adverse affect on powertrain...
  • Page 173 Maintenance and Specifications • 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. • Your “Check Engine” indicator may come on. Fuel filler cap When fueling: 1.
  • Page 174 Maintenance and Specifications 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.
  • Page 175 • Avoid running out of fuel. • Do not turn off your ignition while the vehicle is moving. • Follow your Scheduled Maintenance Guide. • Use Ford Motor Company authorized parts for maintenance replacements or for service. Consult your Warranty Guide for emission warranty information.
  • Page 176 Maintenance and Specifications • Illumination of the charging system, temperature, or “Check Engine” light in the instrument panel. Exhaust leaks may result in harmful and potentially lethal fumes entering the passenger compartment. It is unlawful to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working.
  • Page 177 Maintenance and Specifications 2. Drive in stop-and-go traffic for at least 20 minutes with a minimum of four idle periods. The engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started, do not turn off the engine until the above drive cycle is complete.
  • Page 178 Maintenance and Specifications TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid (if equipped) • Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide for scheduled check and change intervals. • Transmission does not consume fluid. • Check fluid when transmission is not operating properly or if you see a leak.
  • Page 179 Maintenance and Specifications Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is at or below the bottom of the dipstick. High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may cause overheating, shift and/or engagement concerns and internal transmission damage.
  • Page 180 5. Install and tighten the fill plug securely. Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter. TRANSFER CASE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED) To check and add transfer case fluid 1.
  • Page 181 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. Treadwear...
  • Page 182 Maintenance and Specifications 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.
  • Page 183 Maintenance and Specifications Tire rotation • Four tire rotation To make sure your tires wear evenly, rotate them as indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. If your tires wear unevenly, have them checked. • Five tire rotation To make sure your tires wear evenly, rotate them as indicated in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide.
  • Page 184 Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size, type, load-carrying capacity and tread design as originally offered by Ford. Do not replace your tires with “high performance” tires or larger size tires. Failure to follow these precautions, your vehicle handling may be adversely effected which can lead to loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and/or personal injury.

  • Page 185: Part Numbers

    Your tires have all-weather treads to provide traction in the rain and snow. In some climate, using snow tires or traction devices may be necessary. For Motor Company offers tire cables as a Ford approved accessory and recommends use of these or SAE class “S” cables. See your dealer for more information.

  • Page 186: Refill Capacities

    Maintenance and Specifications REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Application Capacity Name Brake and Motorcraft High Fill to line on clutch fluid Performance reservoir DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Engine oil Motorcraft SAE 4.7L (5.0 (including filter 5W-30 Super quarts)
  • Page 187 Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Ford Part Application Capacity Name Front axle Motorcraft SAE 4x4 vehicles 1.7L (1.8 lubricant 80W-90 quarts) Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Rear axle Motorcraft SAE Refer to 2.9-3.1L (5.5-5.8 lubricant 80W-90 Footnote 6 pints) Premium Rear Axle Lubricant...

  • Page 188: Lubricant Specifications

    Add 118 ml (4 oz.) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST-M2C118–A for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles. Service refill capacity for the manual transmission is determined by filling the transmission to the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface.
  • Page 189 Maintenance and Specifications Ford Part Name Ford Part Ford Item or equivalent Number Specification WSS-M2C205-A Motorcraft SAE with API Engine oil 5W-30 Super XO-5W30-QSP Certification Premium Motor Oil Mark Automatic Motorcraft transmission XT-5-QM MERCON V MERCON V ATF (5R55E) Motorcraft 4–speed manual...
  • Page 190 Maintenance and Specifications Conventional rear axles are filled with Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant, part number XY-80W90-QL, Ford specification WSP-M2C197-A. Traction-Lok rear axles are filled with Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 High Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant, part number XY-75W140–QL, Ford specification WSL-M2C192-A.
  • Page 191 Maintenance and Specifications * Height includes roof rack & P255 tire...
  • Page 192 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 193: 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 194 Accessories Comfort and convenience Cell phone hands free system Engine block heater Remote keyless entry Remote start Side window deflectors Speed control Tire step Travel equipment Bike carriers Canoe carrier Kayake carrier Luggage/cargo carrier Pet guard Raised cross bars Roof rack (removable) Ski/snowboard carrier Seatback organizer (with removable headrest) Soft luggage cover...
  • Page 195 (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.

  • Page 196: Index

    Index anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light ......101 fluid, checking and adding ..177 Air bag supplemental restraint fluid, refill capacities ....186 system ........81–82 fluid, specifications ..188, 190 and child safety seats ....83 lubricant specifications ..188, 190 description ........82 parking ........102 disposal ........85 shift interlock ......103 driver air bag ......84...
  • Page 197 Cruise control (see Speed service points ......161 control) ........47 starting after a collision ..125 Customer Assistance ....124 Engine block heater ....100 Ford accessories for your Engine oil vehicle ........158 filter, specifications ....185 Ford Extended Service refill capacities ......186 Plan ..........147 specifications ....188, 190...
  • Page 198 Index Garage door opener ....43 Keyless entry system ....59 Gauges .........13 Keys positions of the ignition ...97 GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) ........116 calculating .......117 definition .........116 Lamps driving with a heavy load ..116 autolamp system ....31, 45 location ........116 bulb replacement GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight specifications chart ....35...
  • Page 199 Index Spark plugs, specifications .....185, 190 Parking brake ......102 Special notice Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ..185 utility-type vehicles ....7 Power steering ......102 Specification chart, fluid, checking and adding ..177 lubricants ......188, 190 fluid, refill capacity ....186 Speed control ......47 fluid, specifications ..188, 190 Starting your vehicle ..97–98, 100 Power Windows ......45 jump starting ......139...
  • Page 200 Index Windshield washer fluid and wipers ..........40 Warning lights (see Lights) ..10 replacing wiper blades .....41 Water, Driving through .....115 Windows power .........45...

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