Table Of Contents - Ford 2005 Excursion Owner's Manual

Table of Contents

Table Of Contents1
Introduction4
Safety And Environment Protection5
Protecting The Environment5
Breaking-In Your Vehicle5
Service Data Recording5
Event Data Recording6
Special Instructions6
Snowplowing7
Middle East/North Africa Vehicle Specific Information7
Vehicle Symbol Glossary8
Instrument Cluster10
Warning Lights And Chimes10
Service Engine Soon10
Warning And Control Lights10
Check Fuel Cap11
Check Gage11
Brake System Warning Light11
Anti-Lock Brake System11
Airbag Readiness12
Safety Belt12
Charging System12
Low Fuel12
Gauges13
Door Ajar13
Turn Signal13
High Beams13
Speedometer14
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge14
Odometer14
Trip Odometer14
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge15
Fuel Gauge15
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge15
Yellow Area (Warning)16
Red Area (Over Temperature)16
Entertainment Systems17
Premium Am/Fm Stereo/Cassette/Single Cd17
Premium In-Dash Six Cd Sound System21
Fast Forward21
Am/Fm Stereo With In-Dash Six Cd21
Setting The Clock23
Seamless Play23
Autoset23
Rear Audio Controls24
Radio Frequencies25
Radio Reception Factors25
Cassette/Player Care25
Cd/Cd Player Care26
Rear Seat Entertainment Dvd System26
Dvd Player Controls27
Dvd Control Features28
Menu Control28
Next/Previous Control29
Rev/Fwd Control29
Enter Control29
Cd Play Mode29
User Menu Mode30
Remote Control30
Battery Replacement31
Rear Seat Controls32
Adjusting The Volume From The Rear Seat Controls32
Mode Select32
Memory Preset Control33
Seek Function33
Using Wired Headphones/Personal Audio Feature34
Parental Control34
Wireless Headphones (For Dvd System Only)35
Wireless Headphone Operation35
Liquid Crystal Display (Lcd) Flip-Down Screen36
Playback And Format37
Rear Seat Entertainment Dvd System Protection Circuits37
High Temperature Sensor Circuit37
General Operating Tips37
Inserting A Cd/Dvd38
Removing A Cd/Dvd38
Playing A Video Game/Auxiliary Device38
On-Screen Indicators39
Safety Information39
Care And Service Of The Dvd Player40
Environmental Extremes40
Temperature Extremes41
Humidity And Moisture Condensation41
Cleaning The Liquid Crystal Display (Lcd) Flip-Down Screen41
Foreign Substances41
Climate Controls42
Heater Only System42
Operating Tips42
Manual Heating And Air Conditioning System43
Max A/C43
Automatic Temperature Control System45
Auxiliary System47
Front Auxiliary Controls47
Rear Auxiliary Controls48
Rear Window Defroster48
Lights49
Headlamp Control49
Autolamp Control49
To Change The Delay Time Of The Autolamp Feature49
Foglamp Control50
Daytime Running Lamps (Drl)50
Panel Dimmer Control51
Flash To Pass51
Headlamp Aim Adjustment51
Turn Signal Control52
Interior Lamps53
Dome/Map Lamps53
Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps53
Rear Dome Lamp54
Bulb Replacement54
Headlamp Condensation54
Replacing Exterior Bulbs54
Using The Right Bulbs55
Interior Bulbs55
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs55
Replacing Park/Turn And Sidemarker Lamp Bulbs57
Replacing Foglamp Bulbs58
Replacing Tail Lamp/Turn/Backup Lamp Bulbs58
Replacing High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs59
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs59
Driver Controls60
Multi-Function Lever60
Windshield Wiper/Washer Control60
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Controls60
Changing The Wiper Blades61
Tilt Steering Wheel61
Steering Wheel Adjustment61
Transmission Control62
Tow/Haul Feature (5–Speed Automatic Transmission)62
Overdrive Cancel (4–Speed Automatic Transmission)62
Illuminated Visor Mirror62
Forward Storage Bin63
Installing A Garage Door Opener63
Power Quarter Rear Windows63
Auxiliary Power Point (12Vdc)64
Power Windows65
One Touch Down66
Window Lock66
Automatic Dimming Inside Rear View Mirror66
Power Side View Mirrors67
Heated Outside Mirrors67
Mirror Mounted Side Turn Signal Indicator68
Clearance Lamps69
Fold-Away Mirrors69
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals70
Speed Control70
Setting Speed Control70
Resuming A Set Speed71
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control71
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control72
Turning Off Speed Control72
Indicator Light72
Steering Wheel Controls73
Radio Control Features73
Climate Control Features73
Trip Computer73
Message Center73
Selectable Features74
English/Metric Display74
Mode Control74
Average Fuel Economy74
Outside Air Temperature75
Compass75
Fuel Range75
Compass Zone Adjustment76
Compass Calibration Adjustment76
Homelink Wireless Control System77
Programming78
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming79
Operating The Homelink Wireless Control System80
Erasing Homelink Buttons80
Reprogramming A Single Homelink Button80
Center Console81
Cell Phone Use81
Cargo Net82
Tridoor82
Luggage Rack83
To Adjust The Cross-Bar Position83
Locks And Security85
Keys85
Power Door Locks85
Smart Locks85
Childproof Door Locks86
Remote Entry System86
Unlocking The Doors87
Locking The Doors87
Power Door Lock Disable Feature87
Sounding A Panic Alarm88
Replacing The Battery88
Replacing Lost Remote Entry Transmitters89
How To Reprogram Your Remote Entry Transmitters89
To Reprogram The Remote Entry Transmitters90
Illuminated Entry90
Keyless Entry System91
Programming A Personal Entry Code91
Erasing Personal Code91
To Create Your Own Personal Entry Code91
Anti-Scan Feature92
Unlocking And Locking The Doors Using Keyless Entry92
Autolock92
Relock92
To Deactivate/Reactivate The Autolock Feature Using The Keypad93
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System94
Theft Indicator94
Automatic Arming95
Automatic Disarming95
Replacement Keys95
Programming Spare Keys95
Seating And Safety Restraints97
40/20/40 Seat97
60/40 Split Bench Seat98
Captain's Chair98
Memory Seats And Adjustable Pedals99
Using The Manual Lumbar Support99
Adjusting The Front Power Seat100
Heated Seats100
40/20/40 Front Seat Armrest And Console101
Rear Seats102
Head Restraints102
Rear Folding Seats102
Folding Down Rear Seats Into Load Floor102
Returning The Seat To Upright104
Reclining The Second Row Seatback105
Third Row Seat105
Accessing The Third Row Seat106
Folding Down The Third Row Seat106
Removing The Third Row Seat107
Installing The Third Row Seat107
Safety Restraints108
Safety Restraints Precautions108
Combination Lap And Shoulder Belts109
Vehicle Sensitive Mode109
Automatic Locking Mode110
When To Use The Automatic Locking Mode110
How To Use The Automatic Locking Mode110
How To Disengage The Automatic Locking Mode111
Energy Management Feature111
Outboard Safety Belt Height Adjustment111
Adjusting The Lap Belt112
Safety Belt Warning Light And Indicator Chime113
Conditions Of Operation113
Beltminder113
One Time Disable116
Deactivating/Activating The Beltminder Feature116
Safety Belt Extension Assembly117
Safety Belt Maintenance117
Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)118
Important Srs Precautions118
Children And Airbags120
How Does The Airbag Supplemental Restraint System Work?120
Determining If The System Is Operational122
Safety Restraints For Children122
Important Child Restraint Precautions122
Children And Safety Belts123
Child Booster Seats123
When Children Should Use Booster Seats123
Types Of Booster Seats124
The Importance Of Shoulder Belts125
Child And Infant Or Child Safety Seats125
Safety Seats For Children125
Attaching Child Safety Seats With Tether Straps129
Tires, Wheels And Loading133
Notice To Utility Vehicle And Truck Owners133
Vehicle Characteristics133
4Wd And Awd Systems133
How Your Vehicle Differs From Other Vehicles134
Information About Uniform Tire Quality Grading135
Treadwear135
Traction Aa A B C136
Temperature A B C136
Tires136
Glossary Of Tire Terminology136
Inspecting And Inflating Your Tires137
Tire Inflation137
Inspecting Your Tires138
Inflating Your Tires138
Tire Inflation Information140
Tire Replacement Requirements140
Changing The Tires141
Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information141
Tire Change Procedure142
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications146
Information Contained On The Tire Sidewall147
Information on "P" Type Tires147
Information on "T" Type Tires151
Location Of The Tire Label151
Tire Care152
Tire Wear152
Safety Practices153
Highway Hazards153
Tire And Wheel Alignment153
Tire Rotation154
Snow Tires And Chains155
Vehicle Loading – With And Without A Trailer156
Base Curb Weight156
Vehicle Curb Weight156
Payload157
Cargo Weight158
Gaw (Gross Axle Weight)159
Gawr (Gross Axle Weight Rating)159
Gvw (Gross Vehicle Weight)159
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight160
Steps For Determining The Correct Load Limit161
Trailer Towing163
Preparing To Tow164
Load Equalizing Hitch164
4X4 W/Automatic Transmission164
Safety Chains165
Trailer Brakes165
Trailer Lamps165
Using A Step Bumper165
Driving While You Tow166
Servicing After Towing166
Trailer Towing Tips166
Launching Or Retrieving A Boat167
Recreational Towing (All Wheels On The Ground)167
Driving168
Starting168
Positions Of The Ignition168
Preparing To Start Your Vehicle168
Important Safety Precautions169
Before Starting The Vehicle169
Starting The Engine171
Using The Engine Block Heater171
Guarding Against Exhaust Fumes172
Important Ventilating Information172
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (Abs)172
Abs Warning Lamp172
Using Abs173
Parking Brake173
Steering174
To Prevent Damage To The Power Steering System174
Traction-Lok Axle175
Preparing To Drive Your Vehicle175
Automatic Transmission Operation176
Brake-Shift Interlock176
Forced Downshifts181
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck In Mud Or Snow181
Reverse Sensing System182
Four-Wheel Drive (4Wd) Operation184
Electronic Shift On The Fly (Esof) 4X4 System184
4Wd System Indicator Lights185
Using The Electronic Shift 4Wd System185
Positions Of The Electronic Shift System185
Shifting From 2Wd (2Wd High) To 4X4 High (4Wd High)186
Shifting From 4X4 High (4Wd High) To 2Wd (2Wd High)186
Shifting From 4X4 High (4Wd High) To 4X4 Low (4Wd Low)187
Shifting From 4X4 Low (4Wd Low) To 4X4 High (4Wd High) Or 2Wd187
Driving Off-Road With Truck And Utility Vehicles187
Basic Operating Principles188
If Your Vehicle Goes Off The Edge Of The Pavement188
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck189
Emergency Maneuvers189
Parking190
4Wd Systems190
Normal Characteristics191
Sand191
Mud And Water191
Driving On Hilly Or Sloping Terrain192
Driving On Snow And Ice193
Maintenance And Modifications194
Driving Through Water195
Roadside Emergencies196
Getting Roadside Assistance196
Using Roadside Assistance196
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch197
Hazard Flasher Switch197
Fuses And Relays198
To Reset The Switch198
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating And Color199
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel / Power Distribution Box199
Fuses Codes200
Jump Starting Your Vehicle203
Preparing Your Vehicle204
Connecting The Jumper Cables204
Removing The Jumper Cables207
Wrecker Towing209
Customer Assistance210
Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)218
Cleaning219
Washing The Exterior219
Waxing219
Paint Chips220
Aluminum Wheels And Wheel Covers220
Engine220
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts221
Windows And Wiper Blades221
Instrument Panel And Cluster Lens222
Interior Trim222
Interior222
Leather Seats223
Underbody223
Ford And Lincoln Mercury Car Care Products223
Maintenance And Specifications225
Service Recommendations225
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle225
Working With The Engine Off225
Opening The Hood226
Identifying Components In The Engine Compartment227
5.4L V8/6.8L V10 Gasoline Engines227
Windshield Washer Fluid228
Checking And Adding Washer Fluid For The Liftgate228
Checking The Engine Oil228
Adding Engine Oil229
Engine Oil And Filter Recommendations230
Battery231
Engine Coolant233
Checking Engine Coolant233
Adding Engine Coolant234
Recycled Engine Coolant236
Coolant Refill Capacity237
Severe Climates237
What You Should Know About Fail-Safe Cooling238
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works238
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated238
What You Should Know About Automotive Fuels239
Fuel Information239
Refueling241
Fuel Filler Cap241
When Fueling Your Vehicle241
Choosing The Right Fuel242
Octane Recommendations242
Fuel Quality243
Cleaner Air243
Running Out Of Fuel243
Fuel Filter243
Essentials Of Good Fuel Economy244
Measuring Techniques244
Filling The Tank244
Calculating Fuel Economy245
Driving Style — Good Driving And Fuel Economy Habits245
Habits245
Maintenance246
Conditions246
Epa Window Sticker247
Emission Control System247
On Board Diagnostics (Obd-Ii)248
Readiness For Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing248
Power Steering Fluid249
Brake Fluid250
Transmission Fluid250
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid250
Low Fluid Level251
Correct Fluid Level251
High Fluid Level251
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels252
Automatic Transmission Fluid Filter253
To Replace The Transmission Filter253
Transfer Case Fluid254
Air Filter254
Changing The Air Filter Element255
Motorcraft Part Numbers256
Refill Capacities257
Lubricant Specifications260
Engine Data263
Vehicle Dimensions263
Excursion263
Identifying Your Vehicle264
Certification Label264
Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)265
Engine Number265
Transmission/Transaxle Code Designations266
Accessories267
Index270