Lincoln 1999 Navigator Owner's Manual
Lincoln 1999 Navigator Owner's Manual

Lincoln 1999 Navigator Owner's Manual

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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Contents Before driving Introduction Instrumentation Controls and features Seating and safety restraints Starting and driving Starting Driving Roadside emergencies Servicing Maintenance and care Capacities and specifications Customer assistance Reporting safety defects Index All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical including photocopying, recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company.
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction ICONS Indicates a safety alert. Read the following section on Warnings. Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards protecting the environment.
  • Page 4 Introduction INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. SPECIAL NOTICES Using your vehicle as a snowplow Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing. Using your vehicle as an ambulance Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance.
  • Page 5: Instrumentation

    Instrumentation Gearshift Instrument Turn signal and (includes cluster wiper/washer overdrive button) (pg. 6) control (pg. 117) (pg. 54) Headlamp control (pg. 16) FUEL 50 60 0 0 0 0 0 0 THEFT DOOR CHECK AJAR SUSP BRAKE km/h RANGE RPMx1000 P R N CHECK FUEL...
  • Page 6 Instrumentation Electronic sound Clock system (pg. 19) (pg. 20) VOL-PUSH ON FM 1 FADE AUTO BASS TREB SEEK DOLBY 8 NR SCAN TAPE CD TUNE DISCS SIDE 1-2 COMP SHUFFLE AUTOMATIC OUTSIDE TEMP MAX A/C VENT PNL FLR FLOOR FLR DEF A4WD Radio controls Auxiliary...
  • Page 7 Instrumentation WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES DOOR THEFT AJAR NAVIGATOR RANGE FUEL RPMX1000 km/h km/h SERVICE ENGINE SUSP SOON SELECT RESET P RN BRAKE Low fuel Illuminates as an early reminder of a low fuel condition indicated on the fuel gauge. The light comes on when FUEL there is approximately 1/16th of a tank indicated on the fuel gauge...
  • Page 8 Instrumentation What you should do if the Service Engine Soon light illuminates Light turns on solid: This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause your Service Engine Soon light to illuminate. Examples are: 1.
  • Page 9 Instrumentation Safety belt Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For more information, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Brake system warning Momentarily illuminates when the BRAKE ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off.
  • Page 10: Controls And Features

    Instrumentation High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on. SecuriLock anti-theft system This light indicates the anti-theft alarm system is armed. Momentarily THEFT illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON/START. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced.
  • Page 11 Instrumentation Four wheel drive low (if equipped) This light momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON. Illuminates when four-wheel drive RANGE low is engaged. If the light continues to flash have the system serviced. Four wheel drive indicator (if equipped) This light momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON.
  • Page 12: Seating And Safety Restraints

    Instrumentation For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Key-in-ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and the driver’s door is opened.
  • Page 13 Instrumentation A minimum of six gallons must be added or removed from the fuel tank in order for the gauge to instantaneously update. If less than six gallons is the change, the gauge will take between five to ten minutes to update. Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed.
  • Page 14 Instrumentation Odometer Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle. Trip odometer Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys. Press the reset button until a “T” appears in the SELECT RESET P RN display (this represents the trip mode). Press and hold the button for 2.5 seconds to reset.
  • Page 15 Instrumentation Engine oil pressure gauge This shows the engine oil pressure in the system. Sufficient pressure exists as long as the needle remains in the normal range (the area between the “L” and “H”). If the gauge indicates low pressure, stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately.
  • Page 16 Instrumentation Mode control Each press of the MODE control will display a different feature as follows: MODE Compass display. Refer to RESET Electronic compass in the Controls and features chapter for more MILES information. TO EMPTY Fuel range. This displays the approximate number of kilometers (miles) left to drive before the fuel tank is empty.
  • Page 17: Controls And Features

    Controls and features HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to the first position to turn on the parking PULL lamps. Rotate to the second position to also turn on the headlamps. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) Turns the headlamps on with a reduced output. To activate: •...
  • Page 18 Controls and features PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlamp and parklamp operation. • Rotate up to brighten. • Rotate down to dim. • Rotate to full down position to turn off. AUTOLAMP CONTROL The autolamp system provides light sensitive automatic on-off control of the exterior lights normally...
  • Page 19 Controls and features Never adjust the accelerator and brake pedal with feet on pedals or while the vehicle is moving. REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel. Press the rear defroster control to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog.
  • Page 20 Controls and features A second auxiliary power point is located on the left rear side of the console (behind the driver seat). The power point is accessible from the rear seats. CLOCK Press H to set the hour. Press M to set the minute.
  • Page 21 Controls and features USING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEM Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Premium Sound BASS TREB FADE PUSH ON TAPE TUNE SEEK SCAN AUTO MUTE SIDE 1 . 2 COMP SHUFF Alpine Audio System with Premium AM/FM Stereo Cassette (CD Changer Compatible) BASS TREB FADE PUSH ON...
  • Page 22 Controls and features Your vehicle is equipped with a delayed accessory feature. This feature enables the audio playing media to continue playing up to 10 minutes after the ignition has been turned off, or until a door is opened. Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off.
  • Page 23 Controls and features • to increase volume compensation • to decrease or shut off the volume compensation AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works in radio, tape and CD modes (if equipped). AM/FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press the control to switch between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations.
  • Page 24 Controls and features disc unless the CD changer is in shuffle mode.) Refer to Shuffle feature for more information. Hold the control to continue reversing through the disc. • Press to select the next disc in the CD changer. Hold the control to fast-forward through the remaining discs.
  • Page 25 Controls and features Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band. Press the SCAN control again to stop the scan mode. Scan function in tape mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the tape.
  • Page 26 Controls and features Starting autoset memory preset 1. Select a frequency using the AM/FM select controls. 2. Press the AUTO control. AUTO 3. When the first six strong stations are filled, the station stored in memory preset control 1 will start playing.
  • Page 27 Controls and features Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers. Press the FADE control. Use the FADE SEL control to adjust the sound between the front and rear speakers. Tape/CD select • To begin tape play (with a tape TAPE loaded into the audio system) while in the radio or CD mode,...
  • Page 28 Controls and features • In CD mode, pressing the control for less than three seconds results in slow forward action. Pressing the control for more than three seconds results in fast forward action. Tape direction select Press SIDE 1–2 to play the alternate SIDE 1-2 side of a tape.
  • Page 29 Controls and features Press the SHUFFLE control to start this feature. Random order play will continue until the SHUFFLE control is pressed again. Radio data system (RDS) feature This feature allows your audio system to receive station identification or program type from RDS-equipped RM radio stations.
  • Page 30 Controls and features • Classic • Country • Info • Jazz • Oldies • R & B • Religious • Rock • Soft • Top 40 Show • With RDS activated, press the RDS control until SHOW is displayed. • Use the SEL control to select TYPE, NAME or NONE.
  • Page 31 Controls and features These effects will change the sound quality and may need to be adjusted based upon the program material to suit your listening needs. Press the control to turn the feature on or off. Use the SEL control to select the desired signal mode (the selected mode will appear in the display).
  • Page 32 Controls and features Setting the clock with radio data system (RDS) feature Press the RDS control until CLOCK HOUR or CLOCK MINUTE is displayed. Use the SEL control to manually set the time. • Press to increase hours/minutes. • Press to decrease hours/minutes.
  • Page 33 Controls and features Adjusting the volume - VOLUME + MODE Press the + control to increase volume. Press the - control to decrease SEEK MEMORY volume. - VOLUME + MODE SEEK MEMORY From the rear seat controls, volume control can be set no higher than the current radio setting unless the speakers are turned off.
  • Page 34 Controls and features The rear speakers will cut out once the speaker on/off control is pressed. The front speaker will remain playing for the front passengers. Press the control again to deactivate the headphones. Mode select Push the MODE control to toggle - VOLUME + between AM, FM1, FM2, tape, CD or MODE...
  • Page 35 Controls and features • In CD mode (if equipped), use the SEEK function to access the next or previous selection. CD changer (if equipped) Your CD changer is located in the center console. 1. Slide the door to access the CD changer magazine.
  • Page 36 Controls and features If you pull too hard on the disc holder, the disc holder may come completely out of the magazine. If this happens, reinsert the disc holder back into the magazine while pressing on the lever (A). 5. Line up the CD with the groove of the disc holder.
  • Page 37 Controls and features The CD magazine may be inserted or ejected with the radio power off. ONLY use the magazine supplied with the CD changer, other types will damage the unit. Troubleshooting the CD changer (if equipped) The laser beam used in the compact disc player is harmful to the eyes.
  • Page 38 Controls and features Cassette and cassette player care • Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less. • Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight, high humidity, extreme heat or extreme cold. Allow tapes that may have been exposed to extreme temperatures to reach a moderate temperature before playing.
  • Page 39: Automatic Operation

    Controls and features The audio system automatically switches to single channel reception if it will improve the reception of a station normally received in stereo. Audio system warranties and service Refer to the “Warranty Guide” for audio system warranty information. If service is necessary, see your dealer or a qualified technician.
  • Page 40 Controls and features EATC system will either heat or cool to achieve the selected temperature. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location and if fresh outside air or recirculated air is required. Fan speed remains automatic unless the fan speed thumbwheel is turned or the steering wheel fan speed control is pressed.
  • Page 41 Controls and features Temperature conversion Press MAX A/C and DEF at the same time (for one second) to AUTO switch between Fahrenheit and OUTSIDE TEMP AUTOMATIC Celsius. MAX A/C VENT PNL • FLR FLOOR FLR • DEF The English/Metric (E/M) control on the trip computer and message center (if equipped) will not change temperature display.
  • Page 42 Controls and features the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you have stopped the vehicle. Under normal conditions, your vehicle’s climate control system should be left in any position other than MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked.
  • Page 43 Controls and features • OFF-Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate. For short periods of time only, use this mode to prevent undesirable odors from entering the vehicle. Displaying outside temperature Press OUTSIDE TEMP to display the outside air temperature.
  • Page 44 Controls and features • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area (at the bottom of the windshield). • If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during hot weather, the air conditioner will do a much faster job of cooling if you drive for two or three minutes with the windows open.
  • Page 45 Controls and features Turn the fan speed control to the - VOLUME + MODE desired position. SEEK MEMORY Select for air to flow through these vents: – VOLUME BAND SEEK MEMORY Select for air to flow through these vents: – VOLUME BAND SEEK...
  • Page 46 Controls and features Auxiliary A/C-heater controls (if equipped) The auxiliary A/C-heater feature provides increased capacity to quickly heat or cool the vehicle. Besides the driver’s overhead control panel for the front seat occupants, the second row auxiliary A/C-heater controls allow the rear passengers to control the temperature in the rear of the vehicle through a second control...
  • Page 47 Controls and features When the auxiliary A/C-heater control is set to FLOOR, airflow only occurs from the third row seat floor vent located in the driver’s side rear quarter trim panel. When the auxiliary A/C-heater control is set to PANEL, airflow occurs from the overhead 2nd and 3rd row vents.
  • Page 48 Controls and features POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION 1. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running. 2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal. 3. OFF, shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel.
  • Page 49 Controls and features SPEED CONTROL To turn speed control on • Press ON. Vehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is traveling at or above 48 km/h (30 mph). Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery, or unpaved.
  • Page 50 Controls and features To turn speed control off • Press OFF or • Turn off the vehicle ignition. Once speed control is switched off, the previously programmed set speed will be erased. To set a speed • Press SET/SET ACC/SET ACCEL. For speed control to operate, the speed control must be ON and the vehicle speed must be greater...
  • Page 51 Controls and features speed while driving on a downhill, you may want to shift to the next lower gear or apply the brakes to reduce your vehicle speed. If your vehicle slows down more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage.
  • Page 52 Controls and features To set a lower set speed • Press and hold CST/COAST. Release the control when the desired speed is reached or • Press and release CST/COAST. Each press will decrease the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or •...
  • Page 53 Controls and features To disengage speed control • Depress the brake pedal. Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed. Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed.
  • Page 54 Controls and features To return to a previously set speed • Press RES/RSM/RESUME. For RES/RSM/RESUME to operate, the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km/h (30 mph). TILT STEERING Pull the tilt steering control toward you to move the steering wheel up or down.
  • Page 55: Roadside Emergencies

    Controls and features HAZARD FLASHER For information on the hazard flasher control, refer to Hazard flasher in the Roadside emergencies chapter. WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER CONTROLS Rotate the windshield wiper control to the desired interval, low or high speed position. The bars of varying length are for intermittent wipers.
  • Page 56 Controls and features HIGH BEAMS Push forward to activate. FLASH TO PASS Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate. OVERDRIVE CONTROL Activating overdrive (Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy. The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts to second, third and fourth gear.
  • Page 57 Controls and features STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS These controls allow you to operate some radio and climate control features. Radio control features • Press MEM/NEXT to select a preset station from memory. • Press BAND/MODE to select AM, FM1, FM2, TAPE or CD (if NEXT equipped).
  • Page 58 Controls and features Forward storage bin (if equipped) Press the release control to open the storage compartment. The door will open slightly and can be moved to full open. The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or a similar object.
  • Page 59 Controls and features One-touch moon roof (if equipped) • Press and release the rear portion of the moon roof control to open. • Press and hold (as desired) the front portion of the moon roof control to close. ROOF VENT VENT •...
  • Page 60 Controls and features vehicle crosses multiple zones. A correct zone setting will eliminate this error. Refer to Compass zone adjustment. Compass zone adjustment 1. Determine which magnetic zone you are in for your geographic location by referring to the zone map.
  • Page 61 Controls and features For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Start the vehicle. 2. Locate the compass module mounted on the base of the mirror. 3. Insert an appropriate diameter rod (paperclip) into the switch access hole underneath the compass module.
  • Page 62 Controls and features the inside and driver side outside rear view mirrors will automatically adjust (darken) to minimize glare. Do not block the sensor on the backside of the inside rear view mirror since this may impair proper system performance. Press the control to turn the mirror on or off.
  • Page 63 Controls and features Programming 1. Prepare for programming the HomeLink Universal Transceiver by erasing the three factory default codes by holding down the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Release both buttons. 2. Hold the end of your hand-held transmitter 5–14 cm (2–5 inches) away from the HomeLink Universal Transceiver surface (located on your visor) while keeping the red light in...
  • Page 64 Controls and features To program your hand-held transmitters: • continue to hold the button on the HomeLink Universal Transceiver. • press and re-press the hand-held transmitter button every two seconds until the red light changes from a slow to a fast flash. Operating the HomeLink Universal Transceiver Once programmed, the HomeLink Universal Transceiver can be used in...
  • Page 65 Controls and features 3. Press and release the programmed HomeLink button. Press and release the HomeLink button a second time to complete the training process. (Some garage door openers may require this procedure to be done a third time to complete the training). The 2nd or 3rd press from step 3 will activate the door.
  • Page 66 Controls and features POWER WINDOWS Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows. • Press the top portion of the rocker switch to close. AUTO • Press the bottom portion of the rocker switch to open. AUTO One touch down •...
  • Page 67 Controls and features Window lock The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows. WINDOW LOCK To lock out all the window controls except for the driver’s press the left side of the control. Press the right side to restore the window controls. Accessory delay With accessory delay, the window switches may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until...
  • Page 68 Controls and features POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS The ignition must be in ACC or ON position to adjust the power side view mirrors. To adjust your mirrors: 1. Select L to adjust the left mirror or R to adjust the right mirror. MIRRORS 2.
  • Page 69 Controls and features Fold-away mirrors Pull the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. CENTER CONSOLE Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These include: • utility compartment •...
  • Page 70 Controls and features POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT Position the floor mat so that the eyelet is over the pointed end of the retention post and rotate forward to lock in. Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal.
  • Page 71 Controls and features SECURILOCK PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with a coded-key anti-theft system. Only the correct key will be able to start your vehicle. If your keys are lost or stolen, you must take your vehicle to your dealership for key reprogramming.
  • Page 72 Controls and features • When the ignition is turned to RUN or START, the theft indicator will light for 3 seconds and then go out. If the theft indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealership or a qualified technician.
  • Page 73 Controls and features 5. Within 10 seconds of turning the ignition to OFF, insert the unprogrammed SecuriLock key (new key) into the ignition and turn the ignition from OFF to RUN (maintain ignition in RUN for at least one second). This step will program your new SecuriLock key.
  • Page 74 Controls and features Locking the doors Press this control to lock all doors or the driver’s door. To confirm doors are closed and locked, press this control a second time within five seconds. The door(s) will lock again, the horn will chirp once and the lamps will flash.
  • Page 75 Controls and features • weather conditions • nearby radio towers • structures around the vehicle • other vehicles parked next to the vehicle To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter near the key ring.
  • Page 76 Controls and features The illuminated entry system will turn off the interior lights if the ignition switch is turned to the RUN position, or if the remote transmitter lock control is pressed, or after 25 seconds of illumination. The inside lights will not turn off if: •...
  • Page 77 Controls and features 3. Turn the ignition key from RUN to OFF. 4. Press the power door unlock control three times. 5. Turn the ignition back to RUN. The horn will chirp. 6. Press the power door unlock control two times, then press the power lock control once.
  • Page 78 Controls and features Deactivating/activating the autolock feature Before following the procedure, make sure that the ignition is OFF and all vehicle doors and the liftgate window are closed. You must complete steps 1-7 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated.
  • Page 79: Seating And Safety Restraints

    Seating and safety restraints SEATING Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle’s seats may be equipped with head restraints which are vertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible.
  • Page 80 Seating and safety restraints Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop. Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.
  • Page 81 Seating and safety restraints Memory seats (if equipped) This system allows automatic positioning of the driver seat, outside rearview mirrors, and adjustable pedals (if equipped) to three programmable positions. The memory seat control is located on the driver door. • To program position one, move the driver seat to the desired position using the seat controls.
  • Page 82 Seating and safety restraints REAR SEATS Head restraints Your vehicle’s seats may be equipped with head restraints which are vertically adjustable. The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision. To properly adjust your head restraints, lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible.
  • Page 83 Seating and safety restraints 2. Lift the handle and push the seatback toward the front of the vehicle. 3. Press the green control on the seatback to release the closeout panel. Rotate the panel to closeout the space in the floor. 4.
  • Page 84 Seating and safety restraints Reclining the seatback Locate the lever at the bottom of the seatback marked “1”. Pull the lever upwards to recline the seatback. Third row seat (if equipped) The third row seat is equipped with combination lap and shoulder belts in the outboard seating positions and a manual adjust tongue lap belt in the center seating position.
  • Page 85 Seating and safety restraints Ensure that the second row seat is in the upright position in order to achieve optimum access to the third row. To minimize the risk of personal injury, the third row seat should not be left in the forward, stowed position while the vehicle is in motion. Please ensure that the seat is in the upright, fully latched position before putting the vehicle in motion.
  • Page 86 Seating and safety restraints 3. Use the black plastic clip (located just above the detachable anchor) to stow the loose seat belt. • Pull the seat release lever located on the lower right side of the seatback while pushing the seatback down into the seat cushion.
  • Page 87 Seating and safety restraints When reinstalling a rear seat in your vehicle it must be placed in its original position. Improper installation of the seat will prevent correct use of the safety belts and could increase the risk of injury. Refer to the warning label on the seat belt.
  • Page 88 Seating and safety restraints To prevent the risk of injury, make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained. Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision.
  • Page 89 Seating and safety restraints 2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front and rear seat passenger outboard safety belts have two types of locking modes described below: Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode, allowing free...
  • Page 90 Seating and safety restraints How to use the automatic locking mode • Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt. • Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound.
  • Page 91 Seating and safety restraints The lap belts should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips, not around the waist. Insert the tongue into the correct buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from). To lengthen the belt, turn the tongue at a right angle to the belt and pull across your lap until it reaches the buckle.
  • Page 92 Seating and safety restraints Position the shoulder belt height adjuster so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder. Failure to adjust the safety belt properly could reduce the effectiveness of the safety belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision. Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt assembly is too short, even when fully extended, 20 cm (8 inches) can be added to the safety belt assembly by adding a safety...
  • Page 93 Seating and safety restraints Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged. Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks, wears or cuts, replacing if necessary. All safety belt assemblies, including retractors, buckles, front seat belt buckle assemblies (slide bar)(if equipped), shoulder belt height adjusters (if equipped), child safety seat tether bracket assemblies (if equipped), and...
  • Page 94 Seating and safety restraints AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautions The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries. Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying air bag is greatest close to...
  • Page 95 Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Children and air bags For additional important safety information, read all information on safety restraints in this guide.
  • Page 96 Seating and safety restraints How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work? The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains sufficient longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates air bag inflation. The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the...
  • Page 97 Seating and safety restraints Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. If the air bag is deployed, the air bag will not function again and must be replaced immediately. If the air bag is not replaced, the unrepaired area will increase the risk of injury in a collision.
  • Page 98 Seating and safety restraints Disposal of air bags and air bag equipped vehicles For disposal of air bags or air bag equipped vehicles, see your local dealership or qualified technician. Air bags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel. SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children.
  • Page 99 Seating and safety restraints Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended in your vehicle. To improve the fit of lap and shoulder belts on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford recommends use of a belt-positioning booster seat that is labelled as conforming to all Federal motor vehicle safety standards.
  • Page 100 Seating and safety restraints When installing a child safety seat: • Review and follow the information presented in the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System section in this chapter. • Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position. • Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch.
  • Page 101 Seating and safety restraints Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. An air bag can kill or injure a child in a child seat. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move seat all the way back.
  • Page 102 Seating and safety restraints 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position until...
  • Page 103 Seating and safety restraints 7. Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buckle and pull up on the shoulder belt while pushing down with your knee on the child seat. 8. Allow the safety belt to retract to remove any slack in the belt.
  • Page 104 Tether anchorage hardware kits (part number 613D74) including instructions, may be obtained at no charge from any Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Tether anchor brackets may also be installed to the floor behind the second row seats.
  • Page 105: Starting

    Starting PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE Engine starting is controlled by the ignition system. This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise. When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerator before or during starting.
  • Page 106 Starting 2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. 3. Make sure the parking brake is set. 4. Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). 5. Turn the key to 4 (ON) without turning the key to 5 (START).
  • Page 107 Starting DOOR THEFT AJAR NAVIGATOR RANGE FUEL RPMX1000 km/h km/h SERVICE ENGINE SUSP SOON SELECT RESET P RN BRAKE Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate briefly. If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the light will not illuminate.
  • Page 108 Starting Using the engine block heater (if equipped) An engine block heater warms the engine coolant, which improves starting, warms up the engine faster and allows the heater-defroster system to respond quickly. Use of an engine block heater is strongly recommended if you live in a region where temperatures reach -23°C (-10°F) or below.
  • Page 109 Starting Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped in an open area for long periods of time, open the windows at least 2.5 cm (one inch). Adjust the heating or air conditioning (if equipped) to bring in fresh air. Improve vehicle ventilation by keeping all air inlet vents clear of snow, leaves and other debris.
  • Page 110: Driving

    Driving BRAKES Your service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the maintenance guide and or service guide for scheduled maintenance. Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not indicate a performance concern with the vehicle’s brake system. In normal operation, automotive brake systems may emit occasional or intermittent squeal or groan noises when the brakes are applied.
  • Page 111 Driving ABS warning lamp warning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on and the engine is off. If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start up, remains on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to be serviced.
  • Page 112 Driving Parking brake Apply the parking brake whenever the vehicle is parked. To set the parking brake, press the parking brake pedal down until the pedal stops. The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and BRAKE remains illuminated (when the ignition is turned ON) until the parking brake is released.
  • Page 113 Driving Pull the release lever to release the brake. Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy. STEERING Your vehicle is equipped with power steering. Power steering uses energy from the engine to help steer the vehicle. To prevent damage to the power steering pump: •...
  • Page 114 Driving Speed sensitive steering The steering in your vehicle is speed sensitive. At high speeds, steering assist will decrease to improve steering feel. At lower speeds, maneuverability will be increased. If the amount of effort required to steer your vehicle changes at a constant vehicle speed, have the power steering system checked by your dealer or a qualified service technician.
  • Page 115 Driving The air suspension shut-off switch is located behind an access panel underneath the passenger side instrument panel. On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension, turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. Normal vehicle operation does not require any action by the driver.
  • Page 116 Driving To avoid injury, never run the engine with one wheel off the ground, such as when changing a tire. TRANSMISSION OPERATION Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that prevents the gearshift from being moved from P (Park) unless the brake pedal is depressed.
  • Page 117 Driving If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly. See your dealer or a qualified service technician. Driving with a 4–speed automatic transmission To account for customer driving habits and conditions, your automatic transmission electronically controls the shift quality by using an adaptive learning strategy.
  • Page 118 Driving P (Park) Always come to a complete stop before shifting into P (Park). Make sure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park).
  • Page 119 Driving The transmission control indicator light (TCIL) (the word OFF) on the OVERDRIVE end of the gearshift lever will illuminate. Drive – Not shown on the display. Activate by pressing the Transmission Control Switch (TCS) on the end of the gearshift lever with the gearshift in the position.
  • Page 120 Driving FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) When Four–wheel drive (4WD) is engaged, power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case. 4WD power can be selected when additional driving power is desired. If equipped with the Electronic Shift 4WD System, and the instrument panel control is moved to 4WD Low while the vehicle is moving, the system will not engage and no damage will occur to the 4WD system.
  • Page 121 Driving Positions of the Control-Trac system The Control-Trac A4WD system functions in three modes: A4WD • A4WD position delivers power to the rear axle. If the rear wheels lose traction, power will be automatically delivered to the front axle to maintain traction throughout the slippery condition.
  • Page 122 Driving Shifting from 4H to 4L (and 4L to 4H) 1. Bring the vehicle to a stop. 2. Depress the brake. A4WD 3. Place the gearshift in N (Neutral). 4. Move the 4WD control to the 4H (or 4L) position. Shifting to A4WD Move the 4WD control back to A4WD at a stop or at speeds up to...
  • Page 123 Driving If your vehicle gets stuck If the vehicle is stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting from forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in a steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear. Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes.
  • Page 124 Driving Driving on hilly or sloping terrain When driving on a hill, avoid driving crosswise or turning on steep slopes. You could lose traction and slip sideways. Drive straight up, straight down or avoid the hill completely. Know the conditions on the other side of a hill before driving over the crest.
  • Page 125 Driving If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed very slowly. Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the hubs. Once through the water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal.
  • Page 126 Driving • Maximum Trailer Weight : maximum weight of a trailer the loaded vehicle (including passengers and cargo) is permitted to tow. It is determined by subtracting the weight of the loaded trailer towing vehicle from the GCWR for the towing vehicle. •...
  • Page 127 Driving 2. Weigh your vehicle as you customarily operate the vehicle without cargo. To obtain correct weights, try taking your vehicle to a shipping company or an inspection station for trucks. 3. Subtract your loaded vehicle weight from the maximum GCWR on the following charts.
  • Page 128 Driving Trailer towing Trailer towing table GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer weights Rear Maximum Trailer weight range Engine axle GCWR (0-maximum) ratio 5 432 kg 5.4L-2V 3.31 0-2 994 kg (0-6 600 lb) (12 000 lb) 6 111 kg 5.4L-2V 3.73 0-3 629 kg (0-8 000 lb) (13 500 lb)
  • Page 129 Driving Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer, and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle. See your dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you require assistance. Hitches Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle’s bumper or attach to the axle.
  • Page 130 Driving Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual, automatic or surge-type brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’s specifications. The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal regulations. Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system directly to your vehicle’s brake system.
  • Page 131 Driving Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing up in an area before starting on a trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turning, make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles.
  • Page 132 Driving LUGGAGE RACK (IF EQUIPPED) The rear crossbar can be adjusted to fit the item being carried. The front crossbar does not move. To adjust cross-bar position: 1. Loosen the thumbscrews at both ends of the rear cross-bar. 2. Slide the cross-bar to the desired location.
  • Page 133: Roadside Emergencies

    Roadside emergencies HAZARD FLASHER Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown, approaching danger, etc. The hazard flashers can be operated when the ignition is off. • The hazard lights control is located on top of the steering column.
  • Page 134 Roadside emergencies The fuel pump shut-off switch is located in the passenger’s foot well, behind the kick panel. FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown. Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse.
  • Page 135 Roadside emergencies Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Cartrigde Fuse Mini Standard Maxi Fuse Link Maxi Rating Fuses Fuses Fuses Cartridge Fuses Grey Grey — — — Violet Violet — — — Pink Pink — — — — — —...
  • Page 136 Roadside emergencies The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Description Location Rating Audio Clock, Overhead Trip Computer, Electronic Automatic Temperature Control (EATC), Powertrain Control Module (PCM), Cluster Cigar Lighter, OBD-II Scan Tool Connector Autolamp Module, Remote Entry Module, Mirrors, Memory Module, Adjustable Pedals, Air Suspension Switch AC Clutch Relay, Speed Control Module,...
  • Page 137 Roadside emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Description Location Rating Cluster, Overhead Trip Computer, Compass, Steering Sensor, Brake Shift Interlock Solenoid, Air Suspension Module, GEM Module Aux A/C Blower Relay, Console Blower Radio, Remote Entry Module, Cell Phone, Clock, GEM Module — Not Used —...
  • Page 138 Roadside emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Description Location Rating Electrochromic Mirror, Aux A/C, Heated Seats, Trailer Tow Battery Charge, Turn/Hazard Flasher, Console Blower Door Actuator Climate Mode Switch (Blower Relay), EATC (via fuse 7), EATC Blower Relay 4 Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (4WABS) Module Right Side Low Beam Headlamp Foglamp Relay and Foglamp Indicator...
  • Page 139 Roadside emergencies Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. Always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs. The high-current fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Description Location Rating 25A * Power Point...
  • Page 140 Roadside emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Description Location Rating 20A* Horn 30A* Power Door Locks 15A* Daytime Running Lamps (DRL), Fog Lamps 20A* Fuel Pump 20A* Alternator Field 10A* Rear Wipers — Not Used — Not Used 10A* Running Board Lamps —...
  • Page 141 Roadside emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Description Location Rating 50A** Ignition Switch Battery Feed (Run and Start Circuits) 30A** Memory (Drivers Seat, Adjustable Pedals, Mirrors) 50A** Ignition Switch Battery Feed (Run and Accessory Circuits) 30A** Climate Control Auxilary Blower — Not Used 40A** Rear Window Defroster, Heated Mirrors —...
  • Page 142 Roadside emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Description Location Rating — Not Used Delayed Accessory (Power Windows, Flip Windows, Radio) — Not Used *Mini fuses **Maxi fuses Relays Relays are located in the power distribution box and should be replaced by qualified technicians. CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
  • Page 143 Roadside emergencies Removing the jack handle 1. Open the hood. 2. Un-snap the end of the handle that is retained by the clip on the top of the windshield washer bottle. 3. Un-snap the shaft of the handle from the two retaining clips attached to the top of the radiator shroud.
  • Page 144 Roadside emergencies Stowing the spare 1. Lay the tire on the ground with the outboard side facing up. 2. Install the retainer through the wheel center and slide the wheel under the vehicle. 3. Turn the spare handle clockwise until the tire is raised to its original position underneath the vehicle.
  • Page 145 Roadside emergencies 3. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. 4. Obtain the spare tire and jack from their storage locations. 5. Use the tip of the lug wrench to remove any wheel trim. 6. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground.
  • Page 146 Roadside emergencies • Front (4x2) • Front (4x4) • Rear...
  • Page 147 Roadside emergencies To lessen the risk of personal injury, do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only meant for changing the tire. •...
  • Page 148 Roadside emergencies Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes, and clothing, if contacted. Do not attempt to push start your vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start capability. Preparing your vehicle 1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle. 2.
  • Page 149 Roadside emergencies 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and the carburetor.
  • Page 150 Roadside emergencies The preferred locations of an exposed metal part (to ground the circuit) are the alternator mounting brackets or an engine lifting eye. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal of the battery to be jumped.
  • Page 151 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. 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle’s battery.
  • Page 152 Roadside emergencies 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. WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance center.
  • Page 153 Roadside emergencies Do not tow with slingbelt equipment. Ford Motor Company has not developed or approved a T-hook or slingbelt towing procedure. A towing manual is available from Ford Motor Company for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck driver refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle.
  • Page 154: Maintenance And Care

    Maintenance and care SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy location. • We provide a service guide and or maintenance guide which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide necessary parts and service.
  • Page 155 Maintenance and care Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the bottom left corner of the instrument panel.
  • Page 156 Maintenance and care IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5.4L 2V V8 engine 1. Battery 2. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Engine oil dipstick 5. Power steering fluid reservoir 6. Brake fluid reservoir 7. Power distribution box 8.
  • Page 157 Maintenance and care 5.4L 4V V8 engine 1. Battery 2. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Power steering fluid reservoir 5. Engine oil dipstick 6. Brake fluid reservoir 7. Power distribution box 8. Air filter assembly 9.
  • Page 158 Maintenance and care 3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it again.
  • Page 159 Maintenance and care Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. 2. If the engine oil level is not within the MIN and MAX ranges, add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening.
  • Page 160 Maintenance and care BRAKE FLUID Checking and adding brake fluid Brake fluid should be checked and refilled as needed. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the service interval schedules: 1. Clean the reservoir cap before removal to prevent dirt or water from entering the reservoir.
  • Page 161 Maintenance and care WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Checking and adding washer fluid Check the washer fluid whenever you stop for fuel. The reservoir is highlighted with a symbol. If the level is low, add enough fluid to fill the reservoir. In very cold weather, do not fill the reservoir all the way.
  • Page 162 Maintenance and care If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval, the engine coolant reservoir may become empty. If this occurs, add engine coolant to the reservoir. For more information on engine coolant maintenance, refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter. Automotive fluids are not interchangeable;...
  • Page 163 The use of an improper coolant may void your warranty of your vehicle’s engine cooling system. Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends that Ford and Lincoln-Mercury dealers use recycled engine coolant produced by Ford-approved processes. For vehicles with green coolant, not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant which meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44–A, and use...
  • Page 164 Maintenance and care Coolant refill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, refer to Refill capacities in the Capacities and specifications chapter. Have your dealer check the engine cooling system for leaks if you have to add more than 1.0 liter (1.0 quart) of engine coolant per month.
  • Page 165 Maintenance and care Continued operation will increase the engine temperature: • the engine will completely shut down. • steering and braking effort will increase. Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible to minimize engine damage.
  • Page 166 Maintenance and care 1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be near the center of the normal area between H and C). 2. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several times.
  • Page 167 Maintenance and care 1. Drive the vehicle 30 km (20 miles) or until it reaches normal operating temperature. 2. Park the vehicle on a level surface and engage the parking brake. 3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal, start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear ranges.
  • Page 168 Maintenance and care High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may result in transmission failure. An overfill condition of transmission COLD DO NOT ADD fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition. Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used.
  • Page 169 Maintenance and care BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service. However, for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check the battery electrolyte level. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the service interval schedules.
  • Page 170 Maintenance and care When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery. Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners.
  • Page 171 Maintenance and care • Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner. Follow your local authorized standards for disposal. Call your local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries. RECYCLE AIR CLEANER FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the air cleaner filter.
  • Page 172 Maintenance and care 2. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing. 3. Remove the air filter element from the open end of the air filter housing. 4. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filter element edges between the air filter housing.
  • Page 173 Maintenance and care Changing the wiper blades To replace the wiper blades: 1. Pull the wiper arm away from the windshield and lock into the service position. 2. Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm. Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the...
  • Page 174 Maintenance and care Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test course. For example, a tire grade 150 would wear one and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tire grade 100.
  • Page 175 Maintenance and care SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure • Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. • Check the tire pressure when tires are cold, after the vehicle has been parked for at least one hour or has been driven less than 5 km (3 miles).
  • Page 176 Maintenance and care Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wear band is visible through the tire treads. Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the handling of the vehicle and make it easier for the driver to lose control and roll over.
  • Page 177 Maintenance and care • Remove the tire chains when they are no longer needed. Do not use tire chains on dry roads. • The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when using snow tires and chains.
  • Page 178 Maintenance and care swallowed, call a physician immediately, even if no symptoms are immediately apparent. The toxic effects of fuel may not be visible for hours. • Avoid inhaling fuel vapors. Inhaling too much fuel vapor of any kind can lead to eye and respiratory tract irritation. In severe cases, excessive or prolonged breathing of fuel vapor can cause serious illness and permanent injury.
  • Page 179 Maintenance and care Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds, including manganese-based compounds containing (MMT). Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your vehicle was not designed may not be covered by your warranty. Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use “Regular”...
  • Page 180 Maintenance and care Cleaner air Ford approves the use of gasolines to improve air quality, including reformulated gasolines that contain oxygenates up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE. Running out of fuel Avoid running out fuel because this situation may have an adverse affect on modern powertrain components.
  • Page 181 Maintenance and care The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may spray out and injure you or others. If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, the pressure in the fuel tank can damage the fuel system or cause it to work improperly in a collision.
  • Page 182 Maintenance and care The amount of Empty Reserve varies and should not be relied upon to increase driving range. When refueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not be able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank.
  • Page 183 Maintenance and care Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy. Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel. •...
  • Page 184 Maintenance and care Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately 2 km/h [1 mpg] is lost for every 180 kg [400 lb] of weight carried). •...
  • Page 185 Maintenance and care • Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially at high speeds. • Have the items listed in your Scheduled Maintenance Guide performed according to the specified schedule. The scheduled maintenance items listed in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system.
  • Page 186 Maintenance and care not pass the I/M test with the “Check Engine/Service Engine Soon” light If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced, the OBD-II system is reset to a “not ready for I/M test” condition. To ready the OBD-II system for I/M testing, a minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as described below: •...
  • Page 187 Maintenance and care 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position. 2. Open the hood. 3. At the back of the headlamp, remove the headlamp assembly retainers by pushing rearward and pulling up. 4. Pull the headlamp assembly forward slightly to expose the electrical connectors.
  • Page 188 Maintenance and care 8. Without turning, carefully pull the bulb out of the headlamp assembly. 9. Insert the glass end of the new bulb into the headlamp assembly. When the grooves in the plastic base are aligned, push the bulb into the lamp assembly until the plastic base contacts the rear of the lamp assembly.
  • Page 189 Maintenance and care Replacing foglamp bulbs The halogen bulb contains gas under pressure. The bulb may shatter if the glass envelope is scratched or if the bulb is dropped. Handle the bulb carefully. Grasp the bulb only by its base. Avoid touching the glass envelope. 1.
  • Page 190 Maintenance and care Replacing liftgate tail lamp bulb 1. Raise the liftgate and remove the lamp assembly nuts. 2. Carefully pull the lamp assembly outward to expose the electrical connector. 3. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise about ¼ turn counterclockwise and remove. 4.
  • Page 191 Maintenance and care Replacing license plate lamp bulbs To change the license plate bulbs: 1. Remove screw and the license plate lamp assembly from liftgate. 2. Remove the bulb socket from lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise. 3. Carefully pull the bulb out from the socket and push in the new bulb.
  • Page 192 Maintenance and care REPLACING THE INTERIOR BULBS Check the operation of the following interior bulbs frequently: • interior overhead lamp • map lamp AIMING THE HEADLAMPS Your vehicle is equipped with a Vehicle Headlamp Aim Device (VHAD) on each headlamp. Each headlamp may be properly aimed in the vertical (up/down) and the horizontal (left/right) directions...
  • Page 193 Maintenance and care until the “0” mark on the yellow dial lines up with the reference mark on the marker (as shown) when viewed directly from above. Turning the horizontal adjusting screw in the direction of the arrow changes the horizontal aim as shown.
  • Page 194: Customer Assistance

    Maintenance and care CLEANING AND CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE Refer to the “Customer Assistance Guide” for a list of Ford-approved cleaners, polishes and waxes. Washing your vehicle Wash your vehicle regularly with cold or lukewarm water. Never use strong detergents or soap. If your vehicle is particularly dirty, use a quality car wash detergent.
  • Page 195 Maintenance and care Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect remains, tar spots, road salt and industrial fallout immediately. Cleaning the wheels Wash with the same detergent as the body of your vehicle. Do not use acid-based or alcohol-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuel or strong detergents.
  • Page 196 Maintenance and care Cleaning plastic exterior parts Use vinyl cleaner for routine cleaning. Clean with a tar remover if necessary. Do not clean plastic parts with thinners, solvents or petroleum-based cleaners. Cleaning the exterior lamps Wash with the same detergent as the exterior of your vehicle. Use glass cleaner or tar remover if necessary.
  • Page 197 Maintenance and care Cleaning the interior fabric Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner. Remove fresh spots immediately. Do not use household or glass cleaners. These agents can stain and discolor the fabric. Use a mild soap and water solution if necessary.
  • Page 198 Maintenance and care In some instances, color or dye transfer can occur when wet clothing (wool, denim, leathers or other non-colorfast garments) comes in contact with leather upholstery. If this occurs, the leather should be cleaned immediately to avoid permanent staining.
  • Page 199: Capacities And Specifications

    Capacities and specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component 5.4L 2V V8 engine 5.4L 4V V8 engine Air filter FA-1634 FA-1634 Battery (standard) BXT-65-650 BXT-65-650 Fuel filter FG-986B FG-986B Oil filter FL-820-S FL-820-S PCV valve EV-233 EV-233 Spark plugs* AWSF-22E * Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark plug gap information.
  • Page 200 Capacities and specifications Ford Part Fluid Application Capacity Name Front axle fluid Motorcraft SAE 4 x 4 vehicles 1.8-2.0L 75W90 Axle (3.5-3.7 pints) Lubricant Rear axle Motorcraft SAE lubricant 75W140 2.9-3.1L Synthetic Rear (5.5-5.8 pints) Axle Lubricant Windshield Ultra-Clear washer fluid Windshield 4.1L Washer...
  • Page 201 Capacities and specifications LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Ford part Ford part Ford Item name number specification Hinges, latches, Multi-Purpose DOAZ-19584-AA ESB-M1C93-B or striker plates Grease ESR-M1C159-A and rotors, seat F5AZ-19G209-AA tracks, fuel filler door hinge and spring Lock cylinders Penetrating E8AZ-19A501-B ESB-M2C75-B Lubricant Brake fluid High...
  • Page 202 Capacities and specifications Ford part Ford part Ford Item name number specification Automatic Motorcraft XT-2-QDX MERCON transmission MERCON ATF Power steering Premium Power E6AZ-19582-AA ESW-M2C33-F fluid Steering Fluid Rear axle Motorcraft SAE F1TZ-19580-B WSL-M2C192-A 75W140 High Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lube Front axle 75W90 Gear XY-75W90-QL...
  • Page 203 Capacities and specifications ENGINE DATA Engine 5.4L 2V V8 engine 5.4L 4V V8 engine Cubic inches Horsepower 230 @ 4250 rpm 290 @ 4250 rpm Torque 325 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm 360 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm Recommended fuel 87 octane 91 octane Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8...
  • Page 204 Capacities and specifications...
  • Page 205: Vehicle Identification Number

    Capacities and specifications IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety compliance label The National Highway Traffic Safety MFD. BY FORD MOTOR CO. IN U.S.A. Administration Regulations require DATE: XXXXX GVWR:XXXXX LB/ XXXXX KG that a Safety Compliance FGAWR: XXXXXX/XXXXXXX RGAWR: XXXXXXX/XXXXXXX THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL Certification Label be affixed to a MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE vehicle and prescribe where the...
  • Page 206: Reporting Safety Defects

    Reporting safety defects REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash, or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company.
  • Page 207: Index

    Index Accessory delay ......66 interior ......195,196 Air bag supplemental restraint plastic parts ......195 system ..........93 washing ........193 and child safety seats ....94 waxing ........193 description ........93 wheels ........194 disposal ........97 wiper blades ......195 indicator light ......96 Clock ..........19 passenger air bag .....95 Compass, electronic ....58 Air cleaner filter .......170 calibration .........59...
  • Page 208 Index Four-Wheel Drive vehicles ..10,119 Instrument panel control trac ......119 cleaning ........195 description ......120 Keyless entry system driving off road .......121 autolock ........76,77 electronic shift ....18,120,121 Keys indicator light ......10 key in ignition chime ....11 Fuel positions of the ignition ...47 choosing the right fuel ...177 Lamps comparisons with EPA fuel...
  • Page 209 Index Mirrors cleaning ........196 automatic dimming rearview memory seat ......80,81 mirror ........60 Servicing your vehicle ....153 fold away ........68 Snowplowing .........3 heated ........67 Spark plugs, specifications ..198 programmable memory ....75 Special notice ........3 side view mirrors (power) ..67 ambulance conversions ....3 Moon roof ........58 utility-type vehicles ....3 Motorcraft parts ......180...
  • Page 210 Index Water, Driving through .....123 operation ........54 Windows ......60,65,66 replacing wiper blades ...172 rear wiper/washer .....54 Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and cleaning ....171...
  • Page 217: Filling Station Information

    Filling station information Item Information Recommended fuel-5.4L 2V V8 Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane engine Recommended fuel-5.4L 4V V8 Unleaded fuel only - 91 octane engine Fuel tank capacity 113.6L (30 gallons) Tire size and pressure Refer to Tire Pressure Decal on passenger’s door panel.

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