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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Rear window defroster Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control Moon roof Message center Locks and Security Keys Locks 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Lug nut torque Jump starting Wrecker towing Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S. only) Reporting safety defects (Canada only) Cleaning 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 5: Introduction
For more information on Ford Motor Company and its products visit the following website: • In the United States: www.ford.com •...
Page 6 Drive your new vehicle at least 500 miles (800 km) before towing a trailer. For more detailed information about towing a trailer, refer to Trailer towing in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 7 In order to properly diagnose and service your vehicle, Ford Motor Company, Ford of Canada, and service and repair facilities may access vehicle diagnostic information through a direct connection to your vehicle when diagnosing or servicing your vehicle.
Page 8 • where the driver was positioning the steering wheel. To access this information, special equipment must be directly connected to the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada do not access event data recorder information without obtaining consent,...
Page 9 Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The drivers primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 10 Owner’s Guide is written primarily for the U.S. and Canadian Markets. Features or equipment listed as standard may be different on units built for Export. Refer to this Owner’s Guide for all other required information and warnings. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 11 Brake Fluid - Parking Aid System Non-Petroleum Based Stability Control System Speed Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps-Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash/Wipe Windshield Rear Window Defrost/Demist Defrost/Demist 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 12 Battery Acid or Sparks Explosive Gas Fan Warning Maintain Correct Fluid Power Steering Fluid Level Service Engine Soon Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Jack Air Filter Low Tire Pressure Check Fuel Cap Warning 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 13: Instrument Cluster
Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II) has detected a malfunction. Refer to On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which could 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 14 ABS light stays illuminated or continues to flash, a malfunction has been detected, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. Normal braking is still functional unless the brake warning light also is illuminated. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 15 Refer to Engine coolant in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 16 AdvanceTrac (RTT) (if equipped): Displays when the AdvanceTrac with RSC system is active. If the light remains on, have the system serviced immediately by your authorized dealer. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 17 Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is opened. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 18: Gauges
Reverse warning chime (if equipped): Sounds when the vehicle is in reverse. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information. GAUGES Speedometer: Indicates the current vehicle speed. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 19 RESET button for two seconds to reset. Tachometer: Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 20 Add oil if needed. If the oil level is correct, have your vehicle checked by your authorized dealer. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 21: Entertainment Systems
AM/FM In-dash six CD/MP3 satellite compatible sound system Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The drivers primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 22 Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. (Phone / mute): Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 23 The display will read ARE YOU SURE ? Press OK to confirm deletion of all saved songs and the display will read ALL DELETED. Note: If there are no songs presently saved, the display will read NO SONGS. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 24 Press OK to close and return to the main menu. Bass: Press to adjust the bass setting. Press OK to close and return to the main menu. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 25 Press and hold SEEK to fast seek through the next channels. In CATEGORY MODE, press to select a category. In TEXT MODE, press TEXT and then SEEK to view the additional 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 26 “<” is active in the display. Satellite radio is available only with a valid SIRIUS subscription. Check with your authorized dealer for availability. 12. SHUFFLE: Press to play all tracks on the current disc in random order. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 27 18. LOAD: Press to load a CD/MP3. Press LOAD and a memory preset to load to a specific slot. Press and hold to autoload up to six CD/MP3s. The last disc loaded will begin to play. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 28: Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)
4. Turn the radio on, using either a tuned FM station or a CD loaded into the system. Adjust the volume to a comfortable listening level. 5. Turn the portable music player on and adjust the volume to 1/2 the volume. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 29 (radio, CD or DVD) simultaneously. (However, the front and middle-seat passengers cannot listen to two different radio stations at the same time.) 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 30: Rear Seat Controls
They will remain disabled until the front seat passengers “enable” them again by simultaneously pressing the 3 and 5 preset controls. The settings of the front seat controls will always override those of the rear seat. controls. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 31 Plug a 3.5 mm headphone (not included) into the jack. Press the speaker on/off control to operate the headphones. DUAL PLAY illuminates in the radio display and the fade control is disabled, signaling that Dual Play has been activated. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 32 CD/CD player care • Handle discs by their edges only. (Never touch the playing surface). • Inspect discs before playing. • Clean only with an approved CD cleaner. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 33 CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12 cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players. Do not use any irregular shaped CDs or discs with a scratch protection film attached.
Page 34: Satellite Radio Information
Note: SIRIUS reserves the unrestricted right to change, rearrange, add or delete programming including canceling, moving or adding particular channels, and its prices, at any time, with or without notice to you. Ford Motor Company shall not be responsible for any such programming changes.
Page 35 1–888–539–7474 to channel. subscribe to the channel or tune to another channel. NO TEXT Artist information not Artist information not available. available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 36 FAMILY ENTERTAINMENT DVD SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The drivers primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 37: Family Entertainment System
If a DVD is already loaded into the system, press PLAY on the DVD player. Note: If sound can be heard, but no video is present, press VIDEO to select the video source (DVD or aux-inputs). 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 38 PLAY on the DVD player. 3. The disc will begin to play and the ’CD Audio Disc’ screen will display. From this screen, you can also select from COMPRESSION, SHUFFLE and SCAN features. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 39 • Yellow (1) — video input • White (2) — left channel audio input • Red (3) — right channel audio input 4. Press MEDIA on the DVD system to change the media source to AUX. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 40 Do not leave children unattended in the vehicle and do not let children operate the system while unsupervised. If wired headphones or auxiliary systems are used, children may become entangled in the cords and seriously injure themselves. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 41 A display will appear at the bottom of the screen indicating the brightness level. The brightness display will only appear when the menu is not displayed. DVD player controls ENTER MENU RETURN MEDIA VIDEO VOLUME 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 42 DVD DISC, DVD-AUX, NON-DVD and Off (no indicator). If you select the DVD-AUX video source, the display will turn off if there is no video signal detected. When 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 43 14. MENU: When playing a DVD, press MENU once to enter the DVD disc menu (if available) and press twice to enter the system set-up menu. From the set-up menu, you may 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 44 Unless otherwise stated, all operations can be carried out with the remote control. Always point the remote control directly at the player. Ensure that there are no obstructions between the remote and player. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 45 7. VOL (Volume): When in Single Play, press to increase ( ) or decrease ( ) the volume over all speakers. When in Dual Play, press to increase ( ) or decrease ( ) the volume for the wired headphones. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 46 20. SUBTITLE (DVD dependent): Press to turn the subtitle feature ON or OFF. 21. LANGUAGE (DVD dependent): Press to select the desired language. 22. ENTER: Press to select the highlighted menu option. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 47 DVD player. Remove the screw and unlatch the battery cover to access the batteries. The remote control unit uses two AAA batteries which are supplied with the unit. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 48 Also, wired headphones may be purchased and plugged in where indicated on the left and right hand sides of the system. Refer to Wired Headphones below. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 49 Then, lightly press down on top and slide the cover off. When replacing the batteries, use two new batteries (alkaline recommended) and install them with the correct orientation as indicated in the battery housing. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 50 They will also turn off after two hours of continuous use as a power save feature. If this happens, simply turn the headphones on again and continue use. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 51 When the DVD system is on, and the same source is playing through the front and rear speakers, SINGLE PLAY will appear in the front radio display. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 52 Press MEDIA to change the audio source for Channel B. This information will display on the DVD system screen. Channel B can listen to either the DVD media or the DVD system auxiliary inputs (DVD-AUX). 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 53 (Headphone only mode) When the Family Entertainment System (FES) detects that the original radio supplied by Ford Motor Company has been removed from the vehicle, the Family Entertainment System will work in a state referred to as “Headphone Only Mode”.
Page 54 DVD. The system default is WIDE (16:9). Language Select LANGUAGE to select the language you would like to use for audio output (English, Spanish, French). This is disc dependent. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 55 Use the DVD cursor controls on the bezel to highlight which track you would like to play. You can also use the cursor controls to highlight COMPRESSION, SHUFFLE or 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 56 We do not recommend using high capacity discs containing 700MB of storage. • Disc type — Some CD-RW discs may operate inconsistently and may cause an error message to appear. We recommend burning MP3 files onto CD-R discs. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 57 (DVD) only. Due to technical incompatibility, certain recordable and re-recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD and DVD players. Irregular shaped CDs or DVDs, CDs or DVDs with a scratch protection film attached, and CDs...
Page 58 Press when not in menu mode to adjust brightness, or when in menu mode to navigate through the menu selections. Press to adjust volume levels. Slow play 1. With a DVD playing, press pause. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 59 The specific jacks are as follows: 1. Yellow: video input 2. White: left channel audio input 3. Red: right channel audio input 4. Black: wired headphone jack ( not included) 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 60 LOCKED (disabled). To change the level of control, press the memory preset controls 3 and 5 simultaneously on the front audio controls. The control level will cycle each time the buttons are pressed simultaneously. The three states are described as: 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 61 Macrovision Corporation. Reverse engineering or disassembly is prohibited. MP3: Supply of this product only conveys a license for private, non-commercial use and does not convey a license nor imply any right to 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 62 Safety information Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The drivers primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 63 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 64 (headphone only mode) When the Family Entertainment System (FES) detects that the original radio supplied by Ford Motor Company has been removed from the vehicle, the FES will work in a state referred to as “Headphone Only Mode.” This mode allows the FES to operate as a standalone system, without interface to the radio.
Page 65: Navigation System
(A and B) will be connected to FES-DISC. NAVIGATION SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a Navigation System. Refer to the Navigation supplement for further information. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 66: Climate Controls
The rear fan speed settings available are 4, 3, 2, 1 and O (OFF). When the rear fan button is pressed, the display will show only the rear cabin settings. After the rear 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 67 17. EXT: Press to display the outside temperature. Press again to display the cabin temperature settings. Note: Exterior readings are more accurate when the vehicle is moving. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 68: Dual Automatic Temperature Control
3. Passenger temperature control: Press to increase/decrease the temperature for the passenger in the front of the vehicle. Rear defroster: Press to activate/deactivate the rear window defroster. Refer to Rear window defroster later in this chapter for more information. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 69 Front fan speed control: Press to manually increase or decrease the fan speed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTO. 13. OFF: Outside air is shut out and the climate system is turned off. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 70 MAX A/C position, turn off the rear A/C unit, reduce blower fan speed from the highest setting and put the vehicle’s transmission into the P (Park) position to continue to receive cool air from your A/C system. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 71 Turn to select for comfort. To use the rear climate controls, ensure that REAR is pressed on the main climate control face. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 72: Rear Window Defroster
This may cause damage to the heated grid lines and will not be covered by your warranty. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 73: Lights
Pull headlamp control towards you to turn foglamps on. The foglamp indicator light will illuminate. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 74 • Rotate the thumbwheel from left to right to brighten the instrument panel. • Rotate the thumbwheel from right to left to dim the instrument panel. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 75 3.0 mm circle on the lens) to the ground and mark an 8 foot (2.4 meter) horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or screen at this height (a piece of masking tape works well). 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 76: Turn Signal Control
7. Repeat Steps 3–5 for the other headlamp. 8. Close the hood and turn off the lamps. TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the left turn signal. • Push up to activate the right turn signal. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 77 • any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF. Press the controls to activate the lamps. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 78: Bulb Replacement
“D.O.T.” for North America to ensure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 79 The low/high beam headlamps on your vehicle use a “high intensity discharge” source. These lamps operate at a high voltage. The bulb is NOT customer replaceable. When the bulb is burned out, the bulb must be replaced by your authorized dealer. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 80 2. Carefully disconnect the bulb from the harness assembly via the two snap clips. Install the new bulb in reverse order. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 81 5. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly. 6. Pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb. 7. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly and rotate clockwise. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 82 Remove the bulb socket from the lamp. 4. Pull out the old bulb and push in the new bulb. 5. Install the bulb socket in the lamp assembly by turning it clockwise. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 83 3. Disconnect the bulb assembly from the lens. 4. Remove and replace the bulb. 5. Align the turn signal lens clip with the slot in the mirror assembly and carefully press the lens in. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 84: Driver Controls
Select: 2 — Normal speed operation of rear wiper. 1 — Intermittent operation of rear wiper. OFF — Rear wiper and washer off. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 85 If the steering column adjustment control is pressed during memory recall it will cancel the automatic operation and the column will respond to manual adjustment of the control. Never adjust the steering column when the vehicle is moving. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 86 Rotate the visor towards the side window and extend it rearward for additional sunlight coverage. Note: To stow the visor back into the headliner, visor must be retracted before moving it back towards the windshield. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 87 The door will open to full open position. The rear view mirror may have to be adjusted to its lower arm position to prevent interference when the conversation mirror is extended down. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 88 Tissue box holder 3. Power point and Rear audio controls (if equipped) 4. Rear Cupholders 5. Side storage Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 89 To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the power point longer than necessary when the engine is not running. Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 90: Power Windows
They may seriously injure themselves. 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. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 91 Momentarily press the switch to any position to stop the window operation. If the switch is pressed and held to the normal open or ONE TOUCH DOWN position during a ONE TOUCH 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 92 The interior rear view mirror has two pivot points on the support arm which lets you adjust the mirror UP or DOWN and from SIDE to SIDE. Do not adjust the mirror while the vehicle is in motion. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 93 (R) reverse. Refer to Reverse camera system in the Driving chapter. EXTERIOR MIRRORS Power side view mirrors The ignition can be in any position to adjust the power side view mirrors. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 94 Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place. These actions could cause damage to the glass and mirrors. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 95 Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on the pedals while the vehicle is moving. POWER DEPLOYABLE RUNNING BOARDS (IF EQUIPPED) Deployable running boards (DRB) automatically move when the doors are opened to assist entering and exiting the vehicle. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 96 If this occurs, manually set the running boards to the deployed position <OUT> and flush the system (in particular the front and rear hinge arms) with a high-pressure car wash wand. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 97: Speed Control
Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your convenience. 1. Press the ON control and release 2. Accelerate to the desired speed. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 98 Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed. Resuming a set speed Press the RESUME control and release it. This will automatically return the vehicle to the previously set speed. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 99 1 mph (1.6 km/h). • Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached and press the SET control. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 100 STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS Driving while distracted can result in loss of vehicle control, accident and injury. Ford strongly recommends that drivers use extreme caution when using any device that may take their focus off the road. The drivers primary responsibility is the safe operation of their vehicle.
Page 101 CD. In DVD mode: • Refer to the Family entertainment DVD system in the Entertainment systems chapter. In any mode: • Press VOL + or - to adjust the volume. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 102: Moon Roof
MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED) The moon roof control is located on the overhead console. Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave children unattended in the vehicle. They may seriously hurt themselves. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 103 This feature will learn the radio frequency codes of most transmitters to operate garage doors, entry gate operators, security systems, entry door locks, and home or office lighting. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 104 Canadian Programming” in this section for Canadian residents. 3. Firmly press, hold for five seconds and release the programmed HomeLink button up to two separate times to activate the door. If the 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 105 “cycling” process to prevent overheating. • Continue to press and hold the HomeLink button (note Step 2 in the “Programming” section) while you press and release — every two 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 106 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button. Do NOT release the button. 2. The indicator light will begin to flash after 20 seconds. Without releasing the HomeLink button, follow Step 1 in the “Programming” section. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 107: Message Center
• Trip odometer • Distance to Empty • Average Fuel Economy • Instantaneous Fuel Economy • Trip Elapsed Drive Time • Blank Screen Odometer/Trip odometer Refer to Gauges in the Instrument Cluster chapter. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 108 1. Determine your magnetic zone by referring to the zone map. 2. Turn ignition to the ON position. 3. Start the engine. 4. From Setup menu, select the Update Zone function. 7 8 9 1011 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 109 Note: If the RESET control is pressed or 3 minutes has expired, the display will go back to the INFO menu and will show CAL instead of the compass heading until the compass is calibrated. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 110 It is important to press the RESET control (press and hold RESET for 2 seconds in order to reset the function) after setting the speed control to get accurate highway fuel economy readings. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 111 • Easy/Entry Exit • Air Suspension (if equipped) • Autolock (if equipped) • Power Liftgate • Power Deployable Running Boards (if equipped) • Compass Zone (if equipped) • Compass Calibration (if equipped) • Language 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 112 P (Park), select this function from the SETUP control for the current display mode. 2. Press the RESET control to turn the air suspension OFF or ON. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 113 The running boards will stow and enter AUTO mode when the vehicle speed exceeds 5 mph (8 kph), • OFF: the running boards will remain IN regardless of the doors being open/closed. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 114 2 seconds to set the language choice. Units (English/Metric) 1. Select this function from the SETUP menu for the current units to be displayed. 2. Press the RESET control to change from English to Metric. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 115 • They cannot be cleared until the condition is corrected. • They will reappear on the display ten minutes from the reset. • They will not reappear until an ignition OFF-ON cycle has been completed. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 116 10 minutes. If within the 10 minutes, the condition is cleared and set again, XXX miles (km) to empty fuel it will not return until the initial 10 level low minutes is up. Will return on ignition cycle. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 117 For more information on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System in the Tires, 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 118 5 percent or less. When oil life left is between 5% and 0%, the ENGINE OIL CHANGE SOON message will be displayed. When oil life left reaches 0%, the OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message will be displayed. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 119 Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal. To remove the floor mat, reverse the installation procedure. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 120 Press the button once to open the liftgate, press it again to close. To open the liftgate with the Remote entry transmitter: Refer to Remote Entry System in the Locks and security chapter. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 121 To manually operate the liftgate: 1. Disable the liftgate power function, refer to the Message Center in this chapter. 2. Open and close the liftgate as you would a standard liftgate. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 122 If the liftgate or liftgate glass are not fully latched, you will receive a “LIFTGATE or LIFTGLASS AJAR” message on the instrument panel. If you see this message, check both the liftgate glass and liftgate door to ensure they are fully latched. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 123 This will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling out. If you must drive with the liftgate door or window open, keep the vents open so outside air comes into the vehicle. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 124 Always ensure that the load is secure before traveling. Ford Motor Company recommends loading the roof rack only when equipped with (optional) cross-bars, to avoid unintended damage to the roof panel.
Page 125: Locks And Security
• the ignition is in the 3 (RUN) position, • you shift into any gear putting the vehicle in motion, and • the vehicle attains a speed greater than 12 mph (20 km/h). 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 126 7. Turn the ignition to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position. The horn will chirp once to confirm the procedure is complete. Keyless entry key pad procedure 1. Turn the ignition to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position. 2. Close all doors, the liftgate and liftgate window. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 127 Power door lock switch autounlock enable/disable procedure Before starting, ensure the ignition is in the 1 (LOCK) position and all vehicle doors are closed. You must complete Steps 1–5 within 30 seconds 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 128 Message center procedure For information on activating/deactivating the autounlock feature using the vehicle’s message center, refer to Message center information in the Driver Controls chapter. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 129 ALL remote entry transmitters are brought to the authorized dealer to aid in troubleshooting. Unlocking the doors/liftgate Press this control to unlock the driver’s door. The interior lamps will illuminate when the ignition is in the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 130 To confirm all doors and liftgate are closed and locked, press the control a second time within three seconds; the park/turn signal lamps will flash once and the horn will chirp. • 4–button remote 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 131 If any of the doors or liftgate are ajar, the horn will make two quick chirps, reminding you to properly close all doors. Opening the liftgate window Press the control to unlatch the liftgate window. • 4–button remote • 5–button remote 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 132 It is recommended that this method be used to locate your vehicle, rather than using the panic alarm. Sounding a panic alarm Press this control to activate the alarm. The personal panic alarm will cycle the horn and parking lamps on/off. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 133 Press the control once to unlock the driver’s door. Pressing the control will automatically move the seat, rearview mirrors, and adjustable pedals to the desired memory position (the memory position corresponds to the transmitter being used). • 4–button remote 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 134 SET control on the memory seat control. 3. Repeat this procedure for another remote transmitter if desired. Replacing the battery The remote entry transmitter uses one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 135 • Perform the programming procedure yourself. Programming remote transmitters It is necessary to have all (maximum of six — original and/or new) of your remote transmitters available prior to beginning this procedure. If 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 136 The system automatically turns off after 25 seconds or when the ignition is turned to the 2 (ACCESSORY) or 3 (ON) position. The dome lamp control must not be set to the off position for the illuminated entry system to operate. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 137 5. Press the power door unlock control on the door panel three times. 6. Turn the ignition back to the 3 (RUN) position. The horn will chirp one time to confirm programming mode has been entered and is active. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 138 • Do not use five numbers in sequential order. • The factory set code will work even if you have set your own personal code. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 139 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 140 Spare coded keys can be purchased from your authorized dealer. Your authorized dealer can program your key or you can “do it yourself.” Refer to the Programming spare keys section in this chapter. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 141 If two previously programmed coded keys are not available, you must bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the spare coded key(s) programmed. Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 142 Steps 1 through 5. If failure repeats, bring your vehicle to your authorized dealer to have the new spare key(s) programmed. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 143: Seating And Safety Restraints
The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat. Press the forward side of the control for additional support. Press the rear side of the control to reduce support. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 144 Move the switch in the direction of the arrows to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 145 • Continue pressing the control until it reaches the end of the seat track. • Continue pressing the control for approximately 2 seconds. You will feel the seat bounce back slightly. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 146 (back and cushion) to stabilize. The controls for the climate controlled seats are located on the dual electronic automatic temperature control (DEATC) system. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 147 • There is a filter located under each front seat. • The filter can be accessed from the first row seat. Move the front seats all the way back and up to ease access. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 148 Ensure that the head restraint is in the down position and no objects such as books, purses or briefcases are on the floor in front of the second row seats before folding them down. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 149 To return the seat to the upright position: 1. Lift the seatback toward the rear of the vehicle. 2. Rotate the seatback until you hear a click, locking it in the upright position. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 150 Always return the seat from the kneel position prior to raising the seatback. Failure to do so could result in personal injury. To place the seats in the cargo mode: 1. Fold down the 2nd row seat. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 151 The E-Z entry seat allows for easier entry and exit to and from the 3rd row seat. To enter the 3rd row seat: 1. Fold down the 2nd row seat and release the handle. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 152 Be sure that cargo or other objects are not trapped underneath the seatback. Note: If a squeak is heard from the latch area, the latch striker pin should be wiped clean of dust or debris. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 153 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. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 154 2. With the latch released the seatback can be lowered into the load floor position. 3. To return the seat to the upright position, lift the seatback until the latch is fully engaged. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 155 Folding down the 3rd row seats to the load floor To prevent possible damage to the seat or safety belts, ensure that the safety belts are not buckled when moving the seat to the load floor position. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 156 After returning the seatback to its original position, pull on the seatback to ensure that it has fully latched. An unlatched seat may become dangerous in the event of a sudden stop or collision. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 157 Battery Saver feature, the power 3rd row seat will be disabled 10 minutes after turning the vehicle off. If the power 3rd row seat is disabled after 10 minutes, the seat can be enabled by opening any 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 158: Safety Restraints
(crash severity, belt usage, etc.) were not appropriate to activate these safety devices. Front airbags are designed to activate only in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollovers, side-impacts, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 159 This helps reduce the risk of force-related injuries to the occupant’s chest by limiting the load on the occupant. Refer to Safety restraints section in this chapter. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 160 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 airbag supplemental restraint system (SRS) is provided. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 161 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. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 162 Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle. Pull on the webbing to tighten the belt. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 163 Refer to Safety restraints for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter. How to use the automatic locking mode 1. Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 164 The safety belt pretensioner uses the same crash sensor system as the front airbags and Safety Canopy™ system. When the safety belt pretensioner deploys, the lap and shoulder belt are tightened. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 165 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. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 166 If the safety belt is too short when fully extended, there is a 8 inch (20 cm) safety belt extension assembly that can be added (part number 611C22). This assembly can be obtained from an authorized dealer. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 167 (if equipped), child safety seat LATCH and tether anchors, and attaching hardware, should be inspected after a collision. Ford Motor Company recommends that all safety belt assemblies in use in vehicles involved in a collision be replaced.
Page 168 The Belt-Minder feature uses two different warning chimes. During the first minute of activation, the warning chime will sound once every second. The remaining warning chimes will sound twice every second while the system is activated. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 169 “I was in a hurry” Prime time for an accident. Belt-Minder reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 170 The driver Belt-Minder feature can be deactivated/activated by performing the following procedure: Before following the procedure, make sure that: • The parking brake is set • The gearshift is in P (Park) (automatic transmission) 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 171 4 times per second for 3 seconds, followed by 3 seconds with the light off, then followed by the safety belt warning light flashing 4 times per second for 3 seconds again. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 172: Airbags
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends a minimum distance of at least 10 inches (25 cm) between an occupant’s chest and the driver airbag module. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 173 Additional equipment may affect the performance of the airbag sensors increasing the risk of injury. Please refer to the Body Builders Layout Book for instructions about the appropriate installation of additional equipment. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 174 The driver and passenger airbags are designed to inflate in frontal and near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 175 • a readiness light and tone • the electrical wiring which connects the components. The RCM (restraints control module) monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental airbag electrical system wiring (including the 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 176 Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the airbag SRS, its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an airbag. See your authorized dealer. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 177 The fact that the airbags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system. Rather, it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation. Side airbags are designed 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 178 Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Safety Canopy™ system, its fuses, the A, B, C or D pillar trim, or the headliner on a vehicle containing a Safety Canopy™. See your authorized dealer. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 179 • Rollover sensor in the restraints control module (RCM). The Safety Canopy™ system, in combination with safety belts, can help reduce the risk of severe injuries in the event of a significant side impact collision or rollover event. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 180 (including the A, B, C, and D pillar trim) must be inspected and serviced by an authorized dealer. If the Safety Canopy™ is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 181 12 in the rear seat of your vehicle. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 182 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 183 (top of ear level) above the top of the seat. In this case, move the backless booster to another seating position with a higher seat back and lap/shoulder belts. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 184 If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat, placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the booster seat may improve this condition. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 185 Carefully follow all of the manufacturer’s instructions with the safety seat you put in your vehicle. If you do not install and use the safety seat properly, the child may be injured in a sudden stop or collision. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 186 80 pounds (36 kg) using an upper torso harness and a belt-positioning booster. Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position with LATCH and tether anchors.
Page 187 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. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 188 6. Allow the belt to retract. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 189 LATCH anchors. 1. Lengthen the lap belt. To lengthen the belt, hold the tongue so that its bottom is perpendicular to the direction of webbing while sliding the tongue up the webbing. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 190 In the third row center seating position, the tether anchor is a loop at the bottom of the seatback. The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions (shown from top view): • Second row bench seat 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 191 2. Locate the tether anchor at the bottom back of the seat. • outboard seating positions • center seating position (if equipped) 3. Route the child safety seat tether strap under the head restraint (outboard seats) and over the back of the seat. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 192 Third row seating position 1. Position the child safety seat on the center of the seat cushion. 2. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 193 5. Install the child safety seat tightly using the LATCH anchors or safety belts. Follow the instructions in this chapter. 6. Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer’s instructions. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 194 Never attach two LATCH child safety seats to the same anchor. In a crash, one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat attachments and may break, causing serious injury or death. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 195 Also try to tug the seat forward. Check to see if the anchors hold the seat in place. If the safety seat is not anchored properly, the risk of a child being injured in a crash greatly increases. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 196: Tires, Wheels And Loading
A vehicle equipped with AWD or 4WD (when selected) has the ability to use all four wheels to power itself. This increases traction which may enable you to safely drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 197 All other things held equal, a shorter wheelbase may make your vehicle quicker to respond to steering inputs than a vehicle with a longer wheelbase. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 198 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 Motor Company to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it.
Page 199 TIRES Tires are designed to give many thousands of miles of service, but they must be maintained in order to get the maximum benefit from them. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 200 INFLATING YOUR TIRES Safe operation of your vehicle requires that your tires are properly inflated. Remember that a tire can lose up to half of its air pressure without appearing flat. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 201: Tire Inflation
(if equipped), at least monthly and before long trips. You are strongly urged to buy a reliable tire pressure gauge, as automatic service station gauges may be inaccurate. Ford recommends the use of a digital or dial-type tire pressure gauge rather than a stick-type tire pressure gauge.
Page 202 7. Check the sidewalls to make sure there are no gouges, cuts or bulges. TIRE CARE Inspecting your tires Periodically inspect the tire treads for uneven or excessive wear and remove objects such as stones, nails or glass that may be wedged in the 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 203 You should replace your spare tire when you replace the road tires or after six years due to aging even if it has not been used. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 204 (such as P-metric versus LT-metric or all-season versus all-terrain) as those originally provided by Ford. The recommended tire and wheel size may be found on either the Safety Compliance Certification Label or the Tire Label which is located on the B-Pillar or edge of the driver’s door.
Page 205 4. Use both eye and ear protection. For a mounting pressure more than 20 psi greater than the maximum pressure, a Ford Dealer or other tire service professional should do the mounting. Always inflate steel carcass tires with a remote air fill with the person inflating standing at a minimum of 12 ft.
Page 206 Rotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in the scheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle) will help your tires wear more evenly, providing better tire performance and longer tire life. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 207 This information identifies and describes the fundamental characteristics of the tire and also provides a U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number for safety standard certification and in case of a recall. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 208 These speed ratings may need to be adjusted for the difference in conditions. The ratings range from 81 mph (130 km/h) to 186 mph (299 km/h). These ratings are listed in the following chart. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 209 Refer to the Safety Compliance Certification Label, which is located on the B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door, for the correct tire pressure for your vehicle. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 210 The cold inflation pressure should never be set lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label. The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such as standard load, radial tubeless, etc. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 211 4. Maximum Load Single lb. (kg) at psi (kPa) cold: Indicates the maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single; defined as two tires (total) on the rear axle. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 212 B-Pillar or the edge of the driver’s door. Refer to the payload description and graphic in the Vehicle loading — with and without a trailer section. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 213: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
TPMS to continue to function properly. The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 214 Even if the light turns ON and a short time later turns OFF, your tire pressure still needs to be checked. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 215 It can also warn you in the event the system is no longer capable of functioning as intended. Please refer to the following chart for information concerning your Tire Pressure Monitoring System: 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 216 TPMS If your tires are properly malfunction inflated and your spare tire is not in use and the light remains ON, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 217 If the low tire pressure warning light is ON, visually check each tire to verify that no tire is flat. (If one or more tires are flat, repair as necessary.) Check air pressure in the road tires. If 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 218: Vehicle Loading
Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains: • Use only cable type chains or chains offered by Ford as an accessory or equivalent. Other conventional link type chains may contact and cause damage to the vehicle’s wheel house and/or body.
Page 219 Overloading or improperly loading your vehicle can contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 220 GAW (Gross Axle Weight) – is the total weight placed on each axle (front and rear) – including vehicle curb weight and all payload. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 221 Exceeding the Safety Compliance Certification Label vehicle weight rating limits could result in substandard vehicle handling or performance, engine, transmission and/or structural damage, serious damage to the vehicle, loss of control and personal injury. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 222 GVWR and GAWR limitations. Replacement tires with a higher limit than the original tires do not increase the GVWR and GAWR limitations. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 223 2 years. Measuring the inside of the vehicle with the rear seat folded down, you have room for 12-100 lb. (45 kg) bags of cement. Do you have enough load capacity 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 224: Trailer Towing
Follow these guidelines to ensure safe towing: • Stay within your vehicle’s load limits .If exceeded, cargo should be removed from the trailer and/or the vehicle until all weights are within specified limits. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 225 Note: Before towing a trailer, make sure the trailer brakes (if equipped) and lamps are properly connected and functional. Electronic trailer brakes (if equipped) refer to the instructions provided by the aftermarket electronic brake controller manufacture for determining trailer brake functionality. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 226 GCWR - lb. (kg) (0 - maximum) lb. (kg) Navigator L 4x2 5.4L with standard trailer 12200 (5533) 0–6000 (0–2721) tow package 5.4L with optional trailer 15000 (6803) 0–8800 (0–3991) tow package 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 227 • Weight distributing - requires an aftermarket weight distributing system which includes draw bar, hitch ball, spring bars and snap-up brackets. The vertical tongue load of the trailer is distributed between the truck and the trailer by this system. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 228 Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle. See your authorized dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you require assistance. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 229 Do not attach safety chains to the bumper. Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’s specifications. The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal regulations. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 230 Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require more frequent service intervals. Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide for more information. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 231 • do not allow waves to break higher than 6 inches (15 cm) above the bottom edge of the rear bumper. Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter vehicle components: • causing internal damage to the components. • affecting driveability, emissions and reliability. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 232: Recreational Towing
If a distance of 50 miles (80 km) or a speed of 35 mph (56 km/h) 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 at an authorized dealer. See your authorized dealer for driveshaft removal/installation.
Page 233: Driving
Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine. See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 234 Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. 2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. 3. Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 235 Note: If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try, turn the key to OFF, wait 10 seconds and try again. If the engine still 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 236 An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in starting and allows the heater/defroster system to respond quickly. If your vehicle is equipped with this system, your equipment includes a heater element 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 237 • Be sure that areas where the vehicle is parked are clean and clear of all combustibles such as petroleum products, dust, rags, paper and similar items. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 238: Brakes
“continuous squeal” sound is present while braking, the brake linings may be worn-out and should be inspected by an authorized dealer. Refer to Brake system warning light in the Instrument Cluster chapter for information on the brake BRAKE system warning light. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 239 If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start up, remains on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to be serviced. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 240 However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be used to stop your vehicle in an emergency. Since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes, the vehicle’s stopping distance will increase greatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 241 Excessive wheel spin is controlled by momentarily reducing engine power and/or applying the anti-lock brakes. Traction Control is a driver aid that helps your vehicle. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 242 • Changing lanes on a snow-rutted road. • Entering a snow-free road from a snow-covered side street, or vice versa. • Entering a paved road from a gravel road, or vice versa. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 243 Pressing and holding the AdvanceTrac with RSC button for more than five seconds will further disable the brake portion of the Traction Control feature and the “sliding car” icon will flash momentarily and then illuminate steady. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 244 AdvanceTrac with RSC system. Also, do not install a stereo loudspeaker near the front center console or tunnel or under either front seat as the vibrations can adversely affect the AdvanceTrac with RSC sensors located in this area. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 245 MIN mark on the reservoir. • Some noise is normal during operation. If the noise is excessive, check for low power steering pump fluid level before seeking service by your authorized dealer. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 246: Air Suspension
40 minutes after the ignition is turned off to accommodate any load changes. (The air compressor may run when the vehicle is off; this is normal.) 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 247 Over loading or loading the vehicle improperly can deteriorate handling capability and contribute to loss of vehicle control and vehicle rollover. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 248: Transmission Operation
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 249 (on the front of the lever) while shifting into the desired gear. To put your vehicle in P (Park): • Come to a complete stop • Move the gearshift lever and securely latch it in P (Park) 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 250 • Provides engine braking. • Use when driving conditions cause excessive shifting from O/D to other gears. Examples: city traffic, hilly terrain, heavy loads, trailer towing and when engine braking is required. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 251 If your vehicle is equipped with AdvanceTrac with RSC, it may be beneficial to turn the system off so the wheels are allowed to spin. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 252 6 mph (10 km/h). The system is not effective at speeds greater than 6 mph (10 km/h) and may not detect certain angular or moving objects. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 253 3.1 feet (1 meter) to 5.7 feet Medium/fast beep (1.8 meters) 5.7 feet (1.8 meters) to 9 feet Medium beep (2.8 meters) 9 feet (2.8 meters) to 13 feet Medium/slow beep (4 meters) 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 254 These elements may cause the system to operate inaccurately. If the vehicle sustains damage to the rear bumper/fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may be altered causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false alarms. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 255 The camera lens for the reverse camera system is located on the liftgate, above the license plate. Keep the lens clean so the video image remains clear and undistorted. Clean the lens with a soft, lint-free cloth and non-abrasive cleaner. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 256 • If the vehicle is in R (Reverse) and the screen is blank and no blue screen is observed, the mirror is not working properly; have the system inspected by your authorized dealer. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 257 • 4X4 AUTO provides electronic control four-wheel drive with power delivered to all four wheels, as required, for increased traction. The RTT location in the message center will display “4X4 AUTO” 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 258 AUTO or 4X4 while driving in deep sand, very deep snow or more strenuous off-road maneuvers. This will disable the engine management feature, allowing the vehicle to maintain full power and enhanced momentum through the obstacle. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 259 Remember, your safety and the safety of others should be your primary concern. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 260 Excessive steering will result in less vehicle control, not more. Additionally, smooth variations of the accelerator and/or brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in vehicle speed are 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 261 This is the front drivetrain coming up to speed and engaging the front wheels, and is not cause for concern. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 262 If the transmission, transfer case, front axle or rear axle are submerged in water, their fluids should be checked and changed, if necessary. Driving through deep water may damage the transmission. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 263 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 264 Maintenance and Modifications The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designed and tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty and durable load carrying capability. For this reason, Ford Motor 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
Page 265 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 266: Roadside Emergencies
Roadside Emergencies ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE 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: •...
Page 267 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 and for towing to the nearest dealership within 35 miles. To obtain reimbursement information, U.S.
Page 268: Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
4. Turn the ignition to the ON position. Pause for a few seconds and return the key to the OFF position. 5. Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 269: Fuses And Relays
Blue Natural Natural — — — Green Green Green Pink Pink — — Orange Green Green — — — — Blue Yellow Yellow — — — Brown — — Natural Black Black 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 270 Gently pull on the cover to make sure it is seated properly. The fuses are coded as follows. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 271 Liftglass release Not used (Spare) Rear wiper Adjustable pedals, Datalink Fog lamps, Cornering lamps Park lamps relay High beam headlamps Horn relay Demand lamps, Glovebox, Visor Instrument panel cluster Ignition switch Radio 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 272 The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 273 Power running boards 40A** Heated/cooled seats 60A** ABS (pump) 20A** Rear console power point 30A** Auxiliary blower 25A* Trailer tow connector (park lamps) 30A* Trailer tow connector (battery charge) — Not used 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 274 Canister vent 15A* Transmission B+ 30A** Third row seats (passenger side) 60A** Air suspension pump 30A** Starter motor 20A** IP/Console power point — Not used — Not used 20A** Driver side HID headlamp 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 275 Run/Start – passenger compartment fuse panel 20A* PCM (sensors) – EFC, A/C clutch coil Fuel coil, ISP-R 20A* PCM (ignition coils) Transmission ignition 20A* PCM (sensors) – HEGO/CMS, MAFS, EVMV, CMCV, Speed deactivation switch, VCT 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 276 Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be replaced rather than repaired.
Page 277 • Use more than one dissimilar spare tire/wheel at a time • Use commercial car washing equipment • Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare tire/wheel 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 278 Item Location Spare tire Under the vehicle, just forward of the rear bumper Jack tools and jacking Under the access panel located in the floor instructions compartment behind the rear seat 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 279 4. To remove the spare tire, turn the handle counterclockwise until the tire is lowered to the ground and the cable is slightly slack. 5. Slide the retainer through the center of the spare tire wheel. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 280 Driver Controls chapter for instructions on turning the air suspension system off. Refer to the instruction sheet (located in the rear floor compartment behind the 3rd row seat with the jack tray tools assembly kit) for detailed tire change instructions. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 281 Note: Use the frame rail as the jacking point, NOT the control arm. 6. Lift the vehicle so the tire is no further than 1 inch (2.5 cm) off the ground when installing the spare tire. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 282 Turn off the running boards (if equipped) before jacking or placing any object under the vehicle. Never place your hand between the extended running board and the vehicle. A moving running board may cause injury. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 283 Message center in the Driver Controls chapter for instructions on turning the air suspension system on. Stowing the spare tire 1. Lay the tire on the ground, near the rear of the vehicle, with the valve stem side facing up. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 284: Lug Nut Torque
Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque* lb.ft. N•m M14 x 2.0 * Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 285: Jump Starting
When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the automatic transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 286 Connecting the jumper cables 1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 287 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. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 288 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. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 289 Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the jump starting stud. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 290 Roadside Emergencies 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle’s battery. 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle’s battery. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 291 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. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 292: Wrecker Towing
It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure. Also, wrecker towing the vehicle by the front frame-mounted tow hooks is not recommended or advised.
Page 293 • Do not exceed a distance of 50 miles (80 km). • Do not exceed 35 mph (56 km/h) vehicle speed. 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 294: Customer Assistance
Relationship Center at 1-800-521-4140. 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 authorized dealer could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealer to help you.
Page 295 If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the authorized dealer could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealer to help you.
Page 296 Customer Assistance In some states (in the U.S.) you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt in some states. In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the BBB...
Page 297 You are not bound by the decision but may choose to accept it. If you choose to accept the BBB AUTO LINE decision then Ford must abide by the accepted decision as well. If the arbitrator has decided in...
Page 298 (CANADA ONLY) For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford of Canada and the authorized dealer to resolve a factory-related vehicle service concern have been unsatisfactory, Ford of Canada participates in an impartial third party mediation/arbitration program administered by the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan (CAMVAP).
Page 299 Customer Assistance If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since this information is subject to change, please ask your authorized dealer for complete details about Ford Extended Service Plan coverage options, or visit the Ford ESP website at www.ford-esp.com.
Page 300: Reporting Safety Defects (U.s. Only)
However, NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you, your dealer, or Ford Motor Company. 2008 Navigator (nav)
Page 301: Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (CANADA ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform Transport Canada, using their toll-free number: 1–800–333–0510. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 302: Cleaning
• Wash the vehicle first, using cool or lukewarm water and a neutral pH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A). • Use Custom Bright Metal Cleaner (ZC-15), available from your authorized dealer. Apply the product as you would a wax to clean 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 303 Heavy dirt and brake dust accumulation may require agitation with a sponge. Rinse thoroughly with a strong stream of water. • Never apply any cleaning chemical to hot or warm wheel rims or covers. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 304 • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage. PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your authorized dealer. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 305 INSTRUMENT PANEL/INTERIOR TRIM AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel, interior trim areas and cluster lens with a clean and damp white cotton cloth, then with a clean and dry white 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 306 Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (ZC-14). • If a ring forms on the fabric after spot cleaning, clean the entire area immediately (but do not oversaturate) or the ring will set. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 307 Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt. FORD AND LINCOLN MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford or Lincoln Mercury authorized dealer has many quality products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes. These 2008 Navigator (nav)
Page 308 Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover (U.S. only) (ZC-14) Motorcraft Tire Clean and Shine (ZC-28) Motorcraft Triple Clean (U.S. only) (ZC-13) Motorcraft Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23) Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-93) Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37-A) 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 309: Maintenance And Specifications
2. Block the wheels. To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries, do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 310: Engine Compartment
2. Engine oil dipstick 3. Brake fluid reservoir 4. Engine coolant reservoir 5. Air filter assembly 6. Power steering fluid reservoir 7. Power distribution box 8. Engine oil filler cap 9. Battery 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 311 Checking and adding washer fluid for the liftgate Washer fluid for the liftgate is supplied by the same reservoir as the windshield. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 312 2. Grasp the wiper blade and rotate it away from the wiper arm using moderate force until it disengages from the wiper arm. 3. Once the wiper blade is loose, slide it away form the wiper arm. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 313: Engine Oil
6. Wipe the dipstick clean. Insert the dipstick fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is within this range, the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 314 1/4 of a turn until the cap is fully seated. To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the engine oil level dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 315 Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in scheduled maintenance information. 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 316: Battery
Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 317 If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed, the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery is reconnected. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 318: Engine Coolant
50–50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • Freeze protection down to -34°F (-36°C). • Boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C). • Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. • Enables calibrated gauges to work properly. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 319 Also, you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts. Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container. If sprayed on the windshield, engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 320 Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant from yellow to golden tan. • Do not add/mix an orange-colored, extended life coolant such as Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine Coolant, meeting Ford specification WSS-M97B44-D, or DEX-COOL brand with the factory-filled coolant. Mixing Motorcraft Specialty Orange Engine...
Page 321 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 322 If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle to be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred. The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load and terrain. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 323 5. Restart the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer. Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 324 • Always turn off the vehicle before refueling. • Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Fuel such as gasoline is highly toxic and if 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 325 Care should be taken to avoid inhaling excess fumes. The flow of fuel through a fuel pump nozzle can produce static electricity, which can cause a fire if fuel is pumped into an ungrounded fuel container. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 326 “check fuel cap” message come on, the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed. The lamp or message can come on after several driving events after you’ve refueled your vehicle. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 327 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 328 Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter. Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to improve air quality, per the recommendations in the Choosing the Right Fuel section. Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse effect on powertrain components.
Page 329 For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling, an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 330 Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 331 1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for every 400 lb [180 kg] of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example; bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 332 • Have the items listed in scheduled maintenance information performed according to the specified schedule. The scheduled maintenance items listed in scheduled maintenance information are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 333 Maintenance and Specifications 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 334 15 seconds without cranking the engine. If the indicator blinks eight times, it means that the vehicle is not ready for I/M testing; if indicator stays on solid, it means that the vehicle is ready for I/M testing. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 335 MIN and MAX lines. Be sure to put the cap back on the reservoir. Refer to Maintenance product specifications and capacities in this chapter for the proper fluid type. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 336 Refer to Motorcraft part numbers in this chapter. To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn injuries do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 337 It is not necessary to completely remove the clamp. 4. Pull the air tube off from the air cleaner housing. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 338 9. Slip the air tube onto the air filter housing and tighten the air-tube clamp bolt snugly, but do not overtighten it. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 339: Part Numbers
Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not used.
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Page 343: Engine Data
87 octane Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8 Ignition system Coil on plug Spark plug gap 0.040–0.050 inch (1.02–1.27 mm) Compression ratio 9.85:1 Spark plug gap not adjustable Engine drivebelt routing • 5.4L V8 Engine 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 344 Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number is located on the driver side instrument panel. XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Please note that in the graphic, XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 345 TRANSMISSION/TRANSAXLE CODE DESIGNATIONS You can find a transmission/transaxle code on the Safety Compliance Certification Label. The following table tells you which transmission or transaxle each code represents. Description Code Six-speed automatic (6HP26) 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 346: Accessories
GENUINE LINCOLN ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of Genuine Lincoln Accessories are available for your vehicle through your local Lincoln 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 347 • Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect battery performance and durability. 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 348: Index
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ..27 seats ...........181 Auxiliary power point ....88 Cleaning your vehicle Axle engine compartment ....303 lubricant specifications ..339 instrument panel ....304 refill capacities ......339 interior ......305–306 plastic parts ......303 washing ........301 Battery ........315 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 349 ..314, 338 Program ........297 recommendations ....314 refill capacities ......339 specifications ......339 Event data recording ....7 Daytime running lamps Exhaust fumes ......235 (see Lamps) ........73 Defrost rear window ......71 Fail safe cooling ......321 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 350 Keyless entry system ....137 Gas mileage autolock ........124 (see Fuel economy) ....328 keypad ........137 Gauges .........17 locking and unlocking doors ..138 programming entry code ..137 Keys ........138–140 Hazard flashers ......266 positions of the ignition ..232 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 351 ....114 warning messages ....114 Power steering ....244–245 fluid, checking and adding ..334 Mirrors ........91–92 fluid, refill capacity ....339 automatic dimming rearview fluid, specifications ....339 mirror ........92 fold away ........93 Power Windows ......89 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 352 System (TPMS) restraints ...157, 159–160, 162–164 Driving ........261 Belt-Minder ......167 Tires, Wheels and Loading ..212 extension assembly ....165 Warning Displays ....12, 114 for adults ....160, 162–163 Tires ......197–198, 275 for children .....180–181 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)
Page 353: Table Of Contents
..........83 (automatic) ......335 checking and adding fluid ..310 liftgate reservoir .....310 fluid, refill capacities ....339 lubricant specifications ..339 replacing wiper blades ...311 Wrecker towing ......291 Trunk .........130–131 2008 Navigator (nav) Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) USA (fus)

Lincoln 2008 Navigator Owner's Manual

Introduction

Instrument Cluster

Entertainment Systems

Climate Controls

Lights

Driver Controls

Locks and Security

Seating and Safety Restraints

Tires, Wheels and Loading

Quick Links

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