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Concerns are ineligible for review if the New Vehicle Limited Warranty
has expired at receipt of your application and, in certain states eligibility
is dependent upon the customer’s possession of the vehicle.

Eligibility may differ according to state law. For example, see the unique
brochures for California, West Virginia, Georgia and Wisconsin
purchasers/lessees.

Board membership

The Board consists of:

three consumer representatives

a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representative

Consumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained by
an independent consulting firm. The dealership Board member is chosen
from Ford and Lincoln Mercury dealership management, recognized for
their business leadership qualities.

What the Board needs

To have your case reviewed you must complete the application in the
DSB brochure and mail it to the address provided on the application
form. Some states will require you to use certified mail, with return
receipt requested.

Your application is reviewed and, if it is determined to be eligible, you
will receive an acknowledgment indicating:

the file number assigned to your application

the toll-free phone number of the DSB’s independent administrator

Your dealership and a Ford Motor Company representative will then be
asked to submit statements.

To properly review your case, the Board needs the following information:

legible copies of all documents and maintenance or repair orders
relevant to the case

the year, make, model, and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) listed
on your vehicle ownership license

the date of repair(s) and mileage at the time of occurrence(s)

the current mileage

the name of the dealer(s) who sold or serviced the vehicle

a brief description of your unresolved concern

Customer assistance

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Summary of Contents for 2000 E-150

Page 1: ...9 Customer assistance 210 Reporting safety defects 222 Index 223 All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage a...

Page 2: ...l concerns will follow Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards protecting the environment Indicates a message regard...

Page 3: ...hout incurring obligation SPECIAL NOTICES Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles Before you...

Page 4: ...tion Package voids the Ford New Vehicle Limited Warranty and may void the Emissions Warranties In addition ambulance usage without the preparation package could cause high underbody temperatures overp...

Page 5: ...ement for information regarding correct operation and maintenance of your diesel powered light truck Notice to owners of natural gas fueled vehicles Before you drive your vehicle be sure to read the N...

Page 6: ...ild Seat Installation Warning Child Seat Tether Anchorage Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Traction Control Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps F...

Page 7: ...Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking Flames or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Flu...

Page 8: ...0 0 0 0 0 0 0 BRAKE 8 SERVICE ENGINE SOON F H C E ON OFF RES SET ACCEL COAST Instrument cluster pg 10 Driver air bag pg 88 Speed control pg 59 Turn signal and wiper washer control pg 59 Headlamp contr...

Page 9: ...12 FM ST DX VOL PUSH ON FAN LO HI REAR REAR OFF CTRL COOL WARM MAX A C NORM A C VENT OFF FLR MIX LO HI Climate control system pg 18 Electronic sound system pg 25 Gearshift includes overdrive button p...

Page 10: ...s to flash or fails to illuminate have the system serviced immediately With the ABS light on the anti lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light...

Page 11: ...ot have been properly installed and securely tightened These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with high quality fuel of the recommended octane and or properly installin...

Page 12: ...witch is depressed or if the light flashes steadily have your vehicle serviced as soon as possible damage to the transmission could occur Safety belt Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turne...

Page 13: ...s very high engine oil pressure is low The light serves as a notice that a system needs your attention and to check the engine coolant temperature gauge and the engine oil pressure gauge Refer to Engi...

Page 14: ...UGES Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed Fuel gauge Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank when the key is in the ON position The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the ve...

Page 15: ...hot This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant not the coolant level If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indication will not be accurate If the gauge enters the red se...

Page 16: ...al system checked as soon as possible Odometer Registers the total kilometers miles of the vehicle Trip odometer Registers the kilometers miles of individual journeys To reset depress the control 18 8...

Page 17: ...ith a reduced output To activate the ignition must be in the ON position and the headlamp control is in the OFF or Parking lamps position Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during in...

Page 18: ...clockwise when the headlamp control is in the parking lamp or low beam position To turn on the courtesy lamp and cargo lamps Rotate fully counterclockwise The dome lamp will not illuminate if the pane...

Page 19: ...Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate MIX Distributes outside air through the floor ducts and the windshield defroster ducts Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster du...

Page 20: ...lacing small objects on top of your instrument panel These objects can fall down into the defroster outlets and block airflow and possibly damage your climate control system Do not place objects on to...

Page 21: ...orking and even after you have stopped the vehicle MAX A C Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle MAX A C is noisier than NORM A C but more economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster...

Page 22: ...rature is about 10 C 50 F or higher the air conditioner will automatically dehumidify the air to reduce fogging DEF Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts It can be used to cle...

Page 23: ...become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop Auxiliary heater and air conditioner if equipped If your vehicle is equipped with a factory installed auxiliary unit the main climate control panel wi...

Page 24: ...nt air through the overhead vents of the rear compartment OFF No air cooled ambient or heated is distributed through any vents FLR Distributes heated air through the floor vents of the rear compartmen...

Page 25: ...with 2 speakers AM FM Stereo with 4 speakers and fade capability 1 2 3 4 AM FM SEEK TONE CLK TUNE TONE VOL 12 FM ST DX VOL PUSH ON 1 2 3 4 AM FM SEEK TONE CLK TUNE TONE VOL 12 FM ST DX VOL PUSH ON AM...

Page 26: ...on switch is turned back on AM FM select The AM FM select control works in radio mode AM FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands Press the control to switch...

Page 27: ...eset controls These controls can be used to select up to four preset AM stations and eight FM stations four in FM1 and four in FM2 Setting memory preset stations 1 Select the frequency band with the A...

Page 28: ...t and left speakers Press the TONE control three times then use the volume knob to adjust the desired level Speaker fade adjust if equipped Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear spe...

Page 29: ...l allow you to switch between media display mode radio station stereo information etc and clock display mode time When in clock mode the media information will display for ten seconds when the radio i...

Page 30: ...olume If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off the volume will come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on SCAN BASS TREB BAL...

Page 31: ...s in radio mode Tune adjust in radio mode Press to move to the next frequency down the band whether or not a listenable station is located there Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickl...

Page 32: ...p to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations six in FM1 and six in FM2 Setting memory preset stations 1 Select the frequency band with the AM or the FM select control 2 Select a station Refer to...

Page 33: ...er balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers Tape select To en...

Page 34: ...e tape In order to ensure proper operation of the AMS feature the tape MUST have a blank section of at least four seconds duration between programs Rewind The rewind control works in tape mode To rewi...

Page 35: ...aboratories Licensing Corporation Dolbyt and the double D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Setting the clock Press CLK to toggle between listening frequencies and cloc...

Page 36: ...back to the clock In media mode the media information will always be displayed Premium AM FM Stereo Cassette CD Changer Compatible Your audio system is equipped with selective lighting a unique lighti...

Page 37: ...vel when the ignition switch is turned back on Speed sensitive volume if equipped With this feature radio volume changes automatically and slightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind n...

Page 38: ...lect in CD mode Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play Tune adjust The tune control works in radio or CD mode if equipped Tune adjust in radio mode Press to move to the next frequency...

Page 39: ...cy band Seek function in tape mode Press to listen to the previous selection on the tape or return to the beginning of the current selection Press to listen to the next selection on the tape Seek func...

Page 40: ...o stop on a particular selection press the control again Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls These controls can be used to select up to six preset...

Page 41: ...s press the control again Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s bass output Press the BASS control Use the SEL control to increase or decrease the a...

Page 42: ...the CD control The first track of the disc will begin playing After that CD play will begin where it stopped last Rewind The rewind control works in tape and CD modes In tape mode radio play will cont...

Page 43: ...and deactivate Dolbyt noise reduction The Dolbyt noise reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolbyt and the double D symbol are trademarks of Do...

Page 44: ...ally elect to use RDS technology to transmit station ID and program type as desired Press and hold the control for five seconds to turn the feature on or off Press the control to scroll through the fo...

Page 45: ...type NAME the display shows the call letters of the station or NONE RDS clock feature Refer to Setting the clock for information Mute mode Press the control to mute the playing media Press the control...

Page 46: ...urn the audio system on or off Audio power can also be turned on by pressing the AM FM select control or the tape CD select control Audio power is turned off by using the volume power control SEL FM 1...

Page 47: ...e and CD modes AM FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands Press the control to switch between AM FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations AM FM select in tape mode...

Page 48: ...or CD changer if equipped Press to select the previous disc in the CD changer Play will begin on the first track of the disc unless the CD changer is in shuffle mode Refer to Shuffle feature for more...

Page 49: ...a selection has been playing for three seconds or more and you press the CD changer will replay that selection from the beginning Press to seek forward to the next track of the current disc After the...

Page 50: ...reset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations six in FM1 and six in FM2 Setting memory pr...

Page 51: ...emporarily stored in the memory preset controls until deactivated and are accessed in the same manner of your original presets To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system s manually set memo...

Page 52: ...ween the right and left speakers Press the BAL control then press to shift sound to the left and to shift sound to the right Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rea...

Page 53: ...n single CD and CD changer play if equipped Rewind The rewind control works in tape and CD modes In tape mode radio play will continue until rewind is stopped with the TAPE control or the beginning of...

Page 54: ...demarks of Dolbyt Laboratories Licensing Corporation Compression adjust Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level Press the COMP control to act...

Page 55: ...set the minute press and hold the CLK control and press TUNE to decrease minutes and to increase minutes If your vehicle has a separate clock module other than the digital radio display the CLK butto...

Page 56: ...playing media Press the control again to return to the playing media Troubleshooting the CD player if equipped The laser beam used in the compact disc player is harmful to the eyes Do not attempt to...

Page 57: ...the best sound and operation 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 All...

Page 58: ...als when you pass a broadcast tower A stronger signal may temporarily overtake a weaker signal and play while the weak station frequency is displayed The audio system automatically switches to single...

Page 59: ...p to activate the right turn signal SPEED CONTROL IF EQUIPPED 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...

Page 60: ...set speed This is normal Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it increases above the set speed on a downhill If your vehicle speed is faster than the set speed while driving on a downhill...

Page 61: ...can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speed control usage Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle to the previously programmed set speed To set a lower set spe...

Page 62: ...ase the previously programmed set speed Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed To return to a previously set speed Press RES RSM RESUME For RES RSM RESUME to operate the vehicle s...

Page 63: ...e the control Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving WINDSHIELD WIPER WASHER CONTROLS Rotate the windshield wiper control to the desired interval low or high speed position The bar...

Page 64: ...the gearshift lever The Transmission Control Indicator Light TCIL the word OFF will illuminate on the end of the gearshift lever The transmission will operate in all gears except overdrive To return t...

Page 65: ...in the OFF position it will not illuminate when you open the doors or fully rotate the headlamp control Front and rear courtesy reading lamps Rotate the lens to illuminate the lamp With the lens in th...

Page 66: ...your doors with the power lock switch or the remote transmitter while the sliding door is open the door will automatically lock after it is closed Back cargo door lock if equipped The passenger side r...

Page 67: ...irror 3 Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED The remote entry system allows you to lock or unlock all vehicle doors without a key The remote entry fea...

Page 68: ...will lock again the horn will chirp and the lamps will flash Sounding a panic alarm Press this control to activate the alarm To deactivate the alarm press the control again or turn the ignition to AC...

Page 69: ...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...

Page 70: ...cycle lock unlock to confirm programming When completed turn the ignition to OFF The door locks should cycle lock unlock one last time to confirm completion of programming All transmitters must be pr...

Page 71: ...risk of 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 Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectivenes...

Page 72: ...ve and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectiveness of the seat s safety belt in the event of a collision The contr...

Page 73: ...side of the driver s seat Turn the lumbar support control clockwise to increase firmness Turn the lumbar support control counterclockwise to increase softness Accessing the 3rd 4th and 5th row seats...

Page 74: ...nel by using the snaps attached to the seat belt webbing and the trim panel Rear bench seat To remove the seats 1 Disengage the lap shoulder belt from the seat by inserting a key or small screwdriver...

Page 75: ...through 4 To install the seat 1 Position the seat in the vehicle 2 Align front hooks to front strikers prior to lowering the rear hooks and aligning them with the rear strikers 3 Engage the LH RH lat...

Page 76: ...cause injury during a sudden stop Quick release captains chair To remove the seats 1 Disengage the lap shoulder belt from the seat by inserting a key or small screwdriver into the slot in the detacha...

Page 77: ...or mount 2 Engage the four pins into the floor mount hole and push the seat toward the left side of the vehicle to fully engage 3 Pull the seat latch handle downward to lock the seat in position 4 Mak...

Page 78: ...eats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a...

Page 79: ...des described below Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode allowing free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle mo...

Page 80: ...sible Refer to Safety Restraints for Children or Safety Seats for Children later in this chapter How to use the automatic locking mode Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt Grasp the shoulder p...

Page 81: ...elt system including retractors buckles and height adjusters must be replaced if the vehicle is involved in a collision that results in deployment of front air bags and safety belt pretensioners Front...

Page 82: ...nto 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 buc...

Page 83: ...shoulder belt across the torso Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The seat belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten thei...

Page 84: ...lt Minder feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for 6 seconds every 30 seconds repeating for approximately 5 minutes or until safety belt is buckl...

Page 85: ...kle up 9Seat belts don t work9 Safety belts when used properly reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45 in cars and by 60 in light trucks 9Traffic is light9 Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in sin...

Page 86: ...g brake is set the gearshift is in P Park automatic transmission the ignition switch is in the OFF position all vehicle doors are closed the driver s safety belt is unbuckled the parklamps headlamps a...

Page 87: ...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...

Page 88: ...al 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...

Page 89: ...Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the air bag Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably Recline the seat slightly one or two de...

Page 90: ...e a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back How does the air bag supplemental restraint system work The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains...

Page 91: ...toxic While the system is designed to help reduce serious injuries contact with a deploying air bag may also cause abrasions swelling or temporary hearing loss Because air bags must inflate rapidly an...

Page 92: ...ight the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the sys...

Page 93: ...egarding the safety of children in your vehicle 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 Alway...

Page 94: ...lt Moving the child closer to the center of the vehicle may help provide a good shoulder belt fit Do not leave children unreliable adults or pets unattended in your vehicle To improve the fit of lap a...

Page 95: ...section in this chapter Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until y...

Page 96: ...t 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 Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seati...

Page 97: ...ild 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...

Page 98: ...g down with your knee on the child seat 8 Allow the safety belt to retract to remove any slack in the belt 9 Before placing the child in the seat forcibly tilt the seat forward and back to make sure t...

Page 99: ...vehicles without a rear seat a rear facing infant seat should be secured in the front seat only if your vehicle does not have a passenger side air bag or your vehicle is equipped with a passenger air...

Page 100: ...t 2 Adjust the front right hand passenger seat full forward 3 Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the front right hand passenger seat as shown 4 Grasp the tether strap and positi...

Page 101: ...ap to the seat pedestal as shown Do not clip the tether strap to the seat pedestal as shown If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly as shown the child safety seat may not be retained properly in th...

Page 102: ...combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions to secure the child safety seat 10 Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer s instructions For additional important...

Page 103: ...nchor hardware if desired Tether anchor hardware kits Part No 613D74 including instructions may be obtained at no charge from any Ford dealer Second row bucket seats at rear of lower seat frame 3 pass...

Page 104: ...artment and exhaust system which can start a fire 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 en...

Page 105: ...the key to 4 ON without turning the key to 5 START If there is difficulty in turning the key firmly rotate the steering wheel left and right until the key turns freely This condition may occur when f...

Page 106: ...first try turn the key OFF and wait 10 seconds and try again If the engine does not start in two attempts Press the accelerator pedal all the way to floor and hold Turn the key to START position 4 Wh...

Page 107: ...s carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect and fix your vehi...

Page 108: ...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 ke...

Page 109: ...system ABS A noise from the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the pedal may be observed during ABS braking events Pedal pulsation coupled with noise while braking under panic conditions or on loos...

Page 110: ...icle serviced immediately Using ABS In an emergency or when maximum efficiency from the ABS is required apply continuous force on the brake The ABS will be activated immediately thus allowing you to r...

Page 111: ...parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle However if the...

Page 112: ...ering uses energy from the engine to help steer the vehicle To prevent damage to the power steering pump Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right or the extreme left for more than a few seco...

Page 113: ...of effectiveness does not affect normal driving and should not be noticeable to the driver To avoid injury never run the engine with one wheel off the ground such as when changing a tire PREPARING TO...

Page 114: ...s Depending upon the type and placement of the load hauling people and cargo may raise the center of gravity of the vehicle Use extra caution while becoming familiar with your vehicle Know the capabil...

Page 115: ...he ignition whenever you leave your vehicle 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...

Page 116: ...nsmission operates in gears one through four Overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch TCS on the end of the gearshift lever The transmission control indicator light TCI...

Page 117: ...be made by shifting to 2 Second or to Overdrive Selecting 1 Low at higher speeds causes the transmission to shift to a lower gear and will shift to 1 Low after vehicle decelerates to the proper speed...

Page 118: ...liance Label on the driver s door pillar GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating Carrying capacity for each axle system The GAWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Compliance Label on the d...

Page 119: ...nt axle reserve capacity FARC Additional frontal weight may be added to the front axle reserve capacity provided you limit your payload in other ways i e restrict the number of passengers or amount of...

Page 120: ...pany or an inspection station for trucks 3 Subtract your loaded vehicle weight from the maximum GCWR on the following charts This is the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow and must fall below...

Page 121: ...000 3 357 7 400 5 52 60 Super Van E 250 HD 3 901 kg 8 600 lb 3 924 kg 8 650 lb GVW 4 2L 4 09 4 990 11 000 2 540 5 600 5 52 60 5 4L 3 73 5 897 13 000 3 356 7 400 5 52 60 Regular Van E 350 5 4L 3 55 5...

Page 122: ...hassis single rear wheel 124 wheelbase for E 250 only 4 2L 4 09 4 990 11 000 1 090 2 400 5 52 60 5 4L 4 10 5 897 13 000 1 542 3 400 5 52 60 E 350 Stripped Chassis dual rear wheel 5 4L 4 10 5 897 13 00...

Page 123: ...jury 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...

Page 124: ...a 2 270 kg 5 000 lb trailer weight and 227 kg 500 lb tongue weight capability If it is necessary to relocate the trailer hitch ball position a frame mounted trailer hitch must be installed Driving wh...

Page 125: ...m 50 miles thoroughly check your hitch electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts When stopped in traffic for long periods of time in hot weather place the gearshift in P Park and increase idle...

Page 126: ...aler for driveshaft removal installation Improper removal installation of the driveshaft can cause transmission fluid loss damage to the driveshaft and internal transmission components DRIVING THROUGH...

Page 127: ...g stuck in the mud or snow are covered some exclusions apply such as impound towing or repossession Using roadside assistance Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your...

Page 128: ...operated when the ignition is off The hazard lights control is located on top of the steering column Depress hazard lights control to activate all hazard flashers simultaneously Depress control again...

Page 129: ...The fuel pump shut off switch is located in the passenger s foot well behind the kick panel except for commercial stripped chassis vehicles Roadside emergencies 129...

Page 130: ...t reset the fuel pump shut off switch by pushing in on the reset button 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...

Page 131: ...iolet Violet 4A Pink Pink 5A Tan Tan 7 5A Brown Brown 10A Red Red 15A Blue Blue 20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue 25A Natural Natural 30A Green Green Green Pink Pink 40A Orange Green Green 50A Red Re...

Page 132: ...witch RKE Module Radio 4 15A Power Locks w RKE Illuminated Entry Warning Chime Modified Vehicle Power Mirrors Main Light Switch Courtesy Lamps 5 20A RKE Module Power Lock Switches Memory Lock Power Lo...

Page 133: ...h 12 15A Transmission Range TR Sensor Auxiliary Battery Relay 13 15A Blend Door Actuator Function Selector Switch 14 5A Instrument Cluster Air Bag and Charge Indicator 15 5A Trailer Battery Charge Rel...

Page 134: ...21 or Circuit breaker 43 will be present for power windows Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment The power distribution box contains high current fuse...

Page 135: ...n Signal 6 10A Left Trailer Turn Signal 7 Not Used 8 60A I P Fuses 5 11 23 38 4 10 16 22 28 9 30A PCM Power Relay Engine Compartment Fuse 4 10 60A Auxiliary Battery Relay Engine Compartment Fuses 14 2...

Page 136: ...Controller 21 50A Modified Vehicle Power 22 40A Trailer Battery Charge Relay Modified Vehicles Only 23 60A Ignition Switch 24 Not Used 25 20A NGV Module 26 10A Generator Voltage Regulator Diesel Only...

Page 137: ...are tire 1 Open both rear doors and remove thumb screw and anti theft bracket If finger pressure will not remove the thumb screw use the lug wrench to loosen the screw 2 Remove the access cover from t...

Page 138: ...i theft bracket and thumb screw Use finger pressure only to secure the thumb screw Make sure the spare tire and jacking equipment are stowed and secured in the proper storage location Never run the en...

Page 139: ...the transmission Therefore the vehicle will not be prevented from moving when a rear wheel is lifted even if the parking brake is applied Be sure to block both directions of the wheel that is diagona...

Page 140: ...h about one half turn counterclockwise Do not remove the wheel lug nuts until you raise the tire off the ground Replacing the tire 1 Assemble the jack handle sections together and lock into jack Use t...

Page 141: ...Never use the front or rear differential as a jacking point Rear axle jacking points All models except E Super Duty E Super Duty Roadside emergencies 141...

Page 142: ...tire with the spare tire If your vehicle has single rear wheels thread the lug nuts on the studs with the beveled face toward the wheel If your vehicle has dual rear wheels thread the two element swiv...

Page 143: ...ts or hub caps Make sure they are screwed or snapped in place 10 Stow the jack handle and lug wrench 11 Unblock the wheels On vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels retighten the wheel lug nuts to th...

Page 144: ...ulfuric 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...

Page 145: ...e jumper cables 1 Connect the positive booster cable to the positive terminal of the discharged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2...

Page 146: ...etor fuel injection system 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 b...

Page 147: ...le has been started run both engines for an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were conn...

Page 148: ...ery 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 minute...

Page 149: ...our vehicle is equipped with an air dam and must be towed from the front it is recommended that your vehicle be towed by wheel lift or flatbed equipment to prevent damage to the air dam If the vehicle...

Page 150: ...hen the engine is running make sure that loose clothing jewelry or long hair does not get caught up in moving parts Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are...

Page 151: ...THE HOOD 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located under the bottom left corner of the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is locate...

Page 152: ...r 2 Engine oil filler cap except 4 2L V6 engine 3 Automatic transmission fluid dipstick 4 Air filter assembly 5 Engine oil dipstick 6 Engine oil filler cap 4 2L V6 engine only 7 Power steering fluid r...

Page 153: ...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 If the oil l...

Page 154: ...the indicator and ensure it is fully seated 5 Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise until three clicks can be heard To avoid possible oil loss DO NOT operate the...

Page 155: ...ting Ford specifications for your engine application AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element When changing the...

Page 156: ...the air filter housing and secure the clamp 7 Connect the fresh air inlet tube to the radiator support BRAKE FLUID Checking and adding brake fluid Brake fluid should be checked and refilled as needed...

Page 157: ...ail 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 t...

Page 158: ...t meets Ford specification ESE M97B44 A A 50 50 mixture of distilled water and Ford Premium Engine Coolant provides maximum cooling system efficiency freeze protection down to 36 C 34 F boiling protec...

Page 159: ...ad and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty If...

Page 160: ...are unsure which type of coolant your vehicle requires contact your local dealer Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid reservoir If engine coolant is sprayed onto the windshield it...

Page 161: ...the cap Slowly turn cap counterclockwise until pressure begins to release 3 Step back while the pressure releases 4 When you are sure that all the pressure has been released use the cloth to turn it c...

Page 162: ...t concentrations below 40 will decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the fr...

Page 163: ...e 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 When fail safe mode is activated You have limited engi...

Page 164: ...service interval schedules If adding fluid is necessary use only MERCONt ATF Check the fluid level when it is at ambient temperature 20 80 F 7 25 C 1 Check the fluid level on the dipstick It should b...

Page 165: ...tain an accurate fluid check drive the vehicle until it is at normal operating temperature approximately 30 km 20 miles If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds in city...

Page 166: ...is time an overfill condition could result when the vehicle reaches normal operating temperature The transmission fluid should be in this range if at normal operating temperature 66 C 77 C 150 F 170 F...

Page 167: ...inal universal joints are replaced with universal joints equipped with grease fittings lubrication will also be necessary BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance free battery wh...

Page 168: ...he 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...

Page 169: ...10 miles or more to relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim the idle quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle trim is e...

Page 170: ...es if equipped The primary battery is located under the hood The auxiliary battery is located on the passenger side frame rail Gasoline engines Disconnect 1 Disconnect the primary battery ground cable...

Page 171: ...sure that the cable does not contact the frame Connect 1 Reconnect the auxiliary battery frame ground 2 Reconnect the primary battery ground cable Diesel engines Disconnect Secondary positive cable re...

Page 172: ...itive cable with a non conductive material to insulate 3 Disconnect the primary battery ground cable 4 Disconnect the primary battery positive cable Connect Secondary positive cable remains energized...

Page 173: ...m less effective Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades Checking the wiper blades If the wiper blades do not wip...

Page 174: ...on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width For example Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States D...

Page 175: ...s based on straight ahead braking traction tests and does not include acceleration cornering hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A the highest B...

Page 176: ...an fail suddenly possibly resulting in loss of vehicle control Tire rotation Because your vehicle s tires perform different jobs they often wear differently To make sure your tires wear evenly and las...

Page 177: ...on the Certification Label Make sure that all tires are the same size speed rating and load carrying capacity Use only the tire combinations recommended on the label If you do not follow these precau...

Page 178: ...ou need to use chains it is recommended that steel wheels of the same size and specifications be used as chains may chip aluminum wheels Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains Use on...

Page 179: ...se the fuel system to work improperly in a collision which may result in possible personal injury Automotive fuels can cause serious injury or death if misused or mishandled Gasoline may contain benze...

Page 180: ...gasoline vapors or skin contact could cause an adverse reaction In sensitive individuals serious personal injury or sickness may result If fuel is splashed on the skin promptly wash skin thoroughly wi...

Page 181: ...our dealer or a qualified service technician to prevent any engine damage Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting rough idle or hesitation driveability problems during a cold start try a differe...

Page 182: ...ank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1 8 turn on off feature When fueling your vehicle 1 Turn the engine off 2 Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1 8 of a turn until it stops 3 Pull...

Page 183: ...uring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you the driver You must gather information as accurately and consistently as possible Fuel expense frequency of fillups or...

Page 184: ...e if your filling method is consistent Calculating fuel economy 1 Fill the fuel tank completely and record the initial odometer reading in kilometers or miles 2 Each time you fill the tank record the...

Page 185: ...e fuel economy Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if unnecessary shifting between third and fourth gear occurs U...

Page 186: ...PA window sticker Every new vehicle should have the EPA window sticker Contact your dealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your vehicle The EPA window sticker should be your guide for the f...

Page 187: ...king properly Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially lethal fumes into the passenger compartment Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine By law vehicle own...

Page 188: ...engine Then start the engine and complete the above driving cycle The engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature Once started do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is...

Page 189: ...k out of the lamp assembly and replace To install the new bulb Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children s reach Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the gl...

Page 190: ...ps on and make sure they work properly If the headlamp was correctly aligned before you changed the bulb you should not need to align it again Replacing headlamp bulbs low series To remove the headlam...

Page 191: ...erse order Replacing high mount brakelamp bulbs The interior cargo lamp if equipped will have to be removed from under the high mount brakelamp assembly located inside the vehicle To change the high m...

Page 192: ...rear door with two screws Replacing tail lamp turn backup lamp bulbs The tail lamp turn backup lamp bulbs are located the tail lamp assembly one just below the other Follow the same steps to replace...

Page 193: ...nt 2 3157 NAK amber Back up lamps 2 3156K License plate lamp 1 168 Stop tail turn side marker lamp 2 3357 K High mount brakelamp 2 912 Cargo lamp 1 211 2 Dome lamp standard 1 912 Map reading lamp 2 21...

Page 194: ...any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car wash If you have wax applied to the vehicle at a commercial car wash it is recommended that you clean the wiper blades and windshield as...

Page 195: ...vehicle Do not use acid based or alcohol based wheel cleaners steel wool fuel or strong detergents Never use abrasives that will damage the finish of special wheel surfaces Use a tar remover to remove...

Page 196: ...aning the exterior lamps Wash with the same detergent as the exterior of your vehicle If necessary use a tar remover such as Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Remover B7A 19520 AA To avoid scratchi...

Page 197: ...ng the instrument panel Clean with a damp cloth then dry with a dry cloth Avoid cleaner or polish that increases the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel The dull finish in this area hel...

Page 198: ...eriodically to make sure there are no nicks wear or cuts If your vehicle has been involved in an accident refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in the Seating and safety restraints chapter Unde...

Page 199: ...for Motorcraft diesel engine service part numbers Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information VECI decal for spark plug gap information If a spark plug is removed for inspection it must be reinstal...

Page 200: ...Owner s Guide Supplement Engine coolant gasoline engine 1 Premium Engine Coolant 4 2L V6 engine 22 0L 23 3 quarts 4 2L V6 engine with aux rear heat 24 0L 25 4 quarts 4 6L V8 engine 23 7L 25 0 quarts...

Page 201: ...5 inch M70 2U 3 1L 6 6 pints 3 Dana 10 5 inch M70 1HD 3 5L 7 5 pints 3 Dana 11 25 inch model 80 3 9L 8 25 pints 4 Fuel tank N A All regular and extended length vans and wagons 132 4L 35 0 gallons 138...

Page 202: ...be changed any time the rear axle has been submerged in water Fill 6 mm to 14 mm 1 4 inch to 9 16 inch below bottom of fill hole Add 118 ml 4 oz of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ 19B546 A or equivale...

Page 203: ...ONt and MERCONt V Use of a transmission fluid that indicates dual usage MERCONt and MERCONt V in an automatic transmission application requiring MERCONt may cause transmission damage Use of any fluid...

Page 204: ...rs Penetrating and Lock Lubricant E8AZ 19A501 B none Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCONt ATF XT 2 QDX MERCONt Automatic transmission 4R100 1 Motorcraft MERCONt ATF XT 2 QDX MERCONt Automatic tranm...

Page 205: ...not to be used in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCONt type fluid However these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that require the MERCONt V type fluid MERCONt and...

Page 206: ...tem EDIS EDIS Coil on plug Coil on plug Compression ratio 9 3 1 9 0 1 9 0 1 9 0 1 Refer to the 7 3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner s Guide Supplement for diesel engine informati...

Page 207: ...3 2 1 4 5 Capacities and specifications 207...

Page 208: ...n 1 762 8 mm 69 4 in SRW 1 701 8 mm 67 0 in DRW 1 859 3 mm 73 2 in 1 762 8 mm 69 4 in 1 973 6 mm 77 7 in 3 Overall width excluding mirrors Refer to Body Builder for specifications 4 Wheelbase 3 149 6...

Page 209: ...nal Highway Traffic Safety Administration and is made of special material If it is tampered with it will be destroyed or a destruction pattern will appear Incomplete vehicles On completed derivations...

Page 210: ...Mind protection throughout the United States and Canada provided by a network of more than 5 000 participating Ford or Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canada dealers If you did not take advantage of the F...

Page 211: ...and accessories providing you with equipment reliability 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 d...

Page 212: ...ontacting a Customer Assistance Center Your telephone number home and business The name of the dealer and the city where the dealership is located The year and make of your vehicle The date of vehicle...

Page 213: ...repair concerns or vehicle performance as designed concerns on Ford and Lincoln Mercury cars and Ford and Lincoln Mercury light trucks which are within the terms of any applicable written new vehicle...

Page 214: ...ust complete the application in the DSB brochure and mail it to the address provided on the application form Some states will require you to use certified mail with return receipt requested Your appli...

Page 215: ...complaint including oral presentations and arrive at a fair and impartial decision Board review may be terminated at any time by either party Every effort is made to decide the case within 40 days of...

Page 216: ...the need for lengthy and expensive legal proceedings In the CAMVAP program impartial third party arbitrators conduct hearings at mutually convenient times and places in an informal environment These i...

Page 217: ...ontact the nearest Ford dealership If the dealership employees cannot help you they can direct you to the nearest Ford affiliate office If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outsi...

Page 218: ...oln Mercury or Ford of Canada dealer These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appea...

Page 219: ...vable luggage rack Removable luggage rack adapters Running boards Soft luggage cover Speed control Trailer hitch Trailer hitch bars and balls Trailer hitch wiring adaptor Protection and appearance equ...

Page 220: ...pped with radio transmitters Any such equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician Mobile communication...

Page 221: ...r a free publication catalog order toll free 1 800 782 4356 Monday Friday 8 00 a m 6 00 p m EST for credit card holders only Obtaining a French owner s guide French Owner s Guides can be obtained from...

Page 222: ...it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles it may order a recall and remedy campaign However NHTSA cannot become involved in individual problems between you your dealer or Ford Motor...

Page 223: ...9 servicing 167 voltage gauge 16 Belt minder 84 Brakes 109 anti lock 109 110 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 10 110 brake warning light 10 fluid checking and adding 156 fluid refill capacitie...

Page 224: ...ed control 167 lubrication specifications 203 206 refill capacities 200 service points 152 starting after a collision 128 Engine block heater 106 Engine oil 152 checking and adding 152 dipstick 152 fi...

Page 225: ...t seats see Safety seats 95 Inspection maintenance I M testing 187 Instrument panel cleaning 197 cluster 10 197 lighting up panel and interior 18 location of components 10 Jump starting your vehicle 1...

Page 226: ...for children 93 94 lap belt 82 warning light and chime 12 13 83 Safety seats for children 95 Seat belts see Safety restraints 77 Seats 71 child safety seats 95 Servicing your vehicle 150 Spark plugs...

Page 227: ...icle 108 Warning chimes 13 14 Warning lights see Lights 10 Washer fluid 157 Water Driving through 126 Windows power 65 Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and adding fluid 157 checking and cle...

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Page 231: ...nt panel Coolant capacity gasoline engine 1 Refer to Refill capacities in the Capacities and specifications chapter Coolant capacity diesel engine 1 Refer to the 7 3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injectio...

Page 232: ...be used in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCONt type fluid However these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that require the MERCONt V type fluid MERCONt and MERCONt...

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