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Engine block heater .................110

Engine oil ..................................160

checking and adding ..............160
dipstick ....................................160
filter, specifications ........162, 204
recommendations ...................162
refill capacities ........................204
specifications ..................207, 209

Exhaust fumes ..........................111

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Fail safe cooling ........................170

Fluid capacities .........................204

Four-Wheel Drive vehicles ..13, 119

control trac ...............................19
description ..............................121
driving off road .......................123
electronic shift ..........19, 120–121
indicator light ...................12, 120
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................115

Fuel ............................................185

calculating fuel economy .......189
cap ...........................................188
capacity ...................................204
choosing the right fuel ...........187
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................192
detergent in fuel .....................188
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................185, 188–189
filter, specifications ........189, 204
fuel pump shut-off switch .....137
gauge .........................................15
improving fuel economy ........189
low fuel warning light ................8
octane rating ...................187, 209
quality ......................................187
running out of fuel .................188

safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................185

Fuses ..................................138–139

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Garage door opener ....................56

Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............188

Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................189

Gauges .........................................14

battery voltage gauge ...............17
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................15
engine oil pressure gauge ........17
fuel gauge ..................................15
odometer ...................................16
speedometer .............................15
tachometer ................................17
trip odometer ............................16

GAWR (Gross
Axle Weight Rating) .................125

calculating ...............................127
definition .................................125
driving with a heavy load ......125
location ....................................125

GVWR (Gross
Vehicle Weight Rating) .............125

calculating .......................125, 127
definition .................................125
driving with a heavy load ......125
location ....................................125

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Hazard flashers .........................137

Head restraints ...........................77

Headlamps ...................................18

aiming ......................................199

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Summary of Contents for 2000 Excursion

Page 1: ...4 Customer assistance 212 Reporting safety defects 224 Index 225 All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage a...

Page 2: ...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 a...

Page 3: ...up trucks and utility type vehicles Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles Before you drive your vehicle please read this Owner s Guide carefully Your...

Page 4: ...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 5: ...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 6: ...SE BRAKE ABS L E F H RPM 1000 X 0 1 2 3 5 6 4 P R N 2 1 8 C 18 H D FUEL FILL SERVICE ENGINE SOON THEFT P ON OFF RES SET ACCEL COAST Headlamp control pg 18 Instrument panel dimmer switch pg 18 Turn sig...

Page 7: ...IDE 1 2 COMP SHUFFLE EJ MUTE VOL PUSH ON SEEK TUNE AM FM 1 2 3 4 5 6 DOLBY B NR ST Climate control system pg 22 Gearshift lever pg 115 Auxiliary power point pg 21 Reverse sensing system pg 19 Rear win...

Page 8: ...y known as the On Board Diagnostics System OBD II This OBD II system protects the environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet government emission standards The OBD II system also assis...

Page 9: ...sts of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city highway driving No additional vehicle service is required If the Service Engine Soon light remains on have your vehicle serviced at the first availa...

Page 10: ...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 11: ...if a transmission malfunction is detected If the light does not come on when the Transmission Control Switch is depressed or if the light flashes steadily have your vehicle serviced as soon as possib...

Page 12: ...turned on If one or both of the indicators stay on continuously or flash faster check for a burned out turn signal bulb Refer to Exterior bulbs in the Maintenance and care chapter High beams Illumina...

Page 13: ...a system needs your attention and to check the engine coolant temperature gauge and the engine oil pressure gauge Refer to Engine coolant temperature gauge and Engine oil pressure gauge in this chapt...

Page 14: ...d safety restraints chapter Key in ignition warning chime Sounds when the ignition key is left in the ignition in the OFF LOCK or ACC position and the driver s door is opened Headlamps on warning chim...

Page 15: ...ation the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates...

Page 16: ...l If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indication will not be accurate Odometer Registers the total kilometers miles of the vehicle Trip odometer Registers the kilometers miles of indiv...

Page 17: ...l system checked as soon as possible 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 be...

Page 18: ...ion Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather The Daytime Running Light DRL System does not activate your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting...

Page 19: ...formance or be activated in inclement weather It is the driver s responsibility for ensuring that their path is clear when operating the vehicle To help avoid personal injury always use caution when i...

Page 20: ...en the gear selector is placed in R Reverse and the ignition is ON A reverse sensing control allows the driver to disable the reverse sensing system when the ignition is ON and the gear selector is in...

Page 21: ...rrent draw of any single power point is 20 Amps Exceeding this limit may result in a blown fuse There are up to four auxiliary power points in the following locations Located on the instrument panel L...

Page 22: ...erature control knob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle Mode selector control Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle The air conditioning compressor...

Page 23: ...t panel registers and the floor ducts Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode For added customer comfort when the temperature control knob is anywhere in between the full h...

Page 24: ...the vehicle Then operate your air conditioner as you would normally Do not place objects over the defroster outlets These objects can block airflow and reduce your ability to see through your windshi...

Page 25: ...n in order for the auxiliary A C heater to operate When the auxiliary A C heater control is set to FLOOR airflow only occurs from the third row seat floor vent located in the passenger s side rear qua...

Page 26: ...floor vent Anywhere between PANEL and FLOOR to vary airflow between the outlets REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel Press the rear defroster control to...

Page 27: ...e power control Press the control to turn 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 u...

Page 28: ...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 29: ...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 30: ...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 31: ...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 32: ...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 33: ...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 34: ...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 35: ...arks of Dolby 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 activat...

Page 36: ...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 37: ...ia mode the media information will always be displayed Mute mode Press the control to mute the playing media Press the control again to return to the playing media Rear seat controls if equipped The R...

Page 38: ...Audio System allows the rear seat passengers to listen to one media source radio tape CD or CD changer if equipped while the front seat passengers listen to another However front and rear seat passeng...

Page 39: ...own the frequency band Press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band In tape mode use the SEEK function to access the next or previous selection In CD or CD changer mode if equipped...

Page 40: ...release knob C pull the disc holder B out of the magazine 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...

Page 41: ...ed 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 Keep the CD changer door closed Coins and for...

Page 42: ...o not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time Do not insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine Cleaning cassette player if equipped Clean...

Page 43: ...stations Terrain Hills mountains and tall buildings between your vehicle s antenna and the radio station signal can cause FM reception problems Static can be caused on AM stations by power lines elec...

Page 44: ...allows key removal 3 OFF shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel 4 ON all electrical circuits operational Warning lights illuminated Key position when driving 5 ST...

Page 45: ...the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved Do not shift the gearshift lever into N Neutral with the speed control on To turn speed control off Press OFF or Tur...

Page 46: ...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 This is normal Pressing RES RSM RESUME will re engage it Do...

Page 47: ...when the desired speed is reached or Press and release CST COAST to operate the Tap Down function Each press will decrease the set speed by 1 6 km h 1 mph or Depress the brake pedal When the desired...

Page 48: ...e previously programmed set speed 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 ON OFF RES SET ACCEL COAST...

Page 49: ...g wheel when the vehicle is moving HAZARD FLASHER For information on the hazard flasher control refer to Hazard flasher in the Roadside emergencies chapter WINDSHIELD WIPER WASHER CONTROLS Rotate the...

Page 50: ...r wiper INT 1 Ten second interval rear wiper OFF Rear wiper and washer off For rear wash cycle rotate and hold as desired the rear wiper washer control to either position From either position the cont...

Page 51: ...dicator 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 to normal overdrive mode press the Transmission...

Page 52: ...ose Press the bottom portion of the rocker switch to open One touch down Press AUTO completely down and release quickly The driver s window will open fully Depress again to stop window operation One t...

Page 53: ...sition or until any door is opened POWER DOOR LOCKS Press U to unlock all doors and L to lock all doors CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS When these locks are set the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside T...

Page 54: ...power side view mirrors To adjust your mirrors 1 Select L to adjust the left mirror or R to adjust the right mirror 2 Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror 3 Return to the cent...

Page 55: ...cally to remove ice mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror glass if it is frozen in place These acti...

Page 56: ...e door opener if equipped The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety of aftermarket garage door openers Place Velcro hook onto back side of aftermarket transmitter opposite of a...

Page 57: ...tate to the non glare state when bright lights glare reach the mirror When the mirror detects bright light from front or behind it will automatically adjust to minimize glare Press the control located...

Page 58: ...on the trip computer for a display of status The appearance of your vehicle s trip computer may differ depending on your vehicle s option package but the functions are the same The trip computer only...

Page 59: ...vice stations variations in top off procedure from one fill up to another rounding of the displayed values to the nearest liter gallon To reset the average fuel economy 1 Press the MODE control repeat...

Page 60: ...lternate from ICE to the outside temperature at a two second rate for one minute Off In this mode the display is off Compass The compass display is contained in the overhead console The vehicle headin...

Page 61: ...ill enter zone setting mode Zone setting mode is indicated when the display lights the ZONE indicator 5 Release both controls Subsequent pressing of either control will increment the zone Press the co...

Page 62: ...ter will enter CAL mode CAL mode is indicated when the display lights the CAL indicator 4 Release both controls The display will return to normal except that the CAL indicator will remain lit until th...

Page 63: ...gnition is OFF With the ignition key in the ACC or ON position the reading lamps can be turned on by pressing the rocker control Rear dome lamp The dome lamp lights when any door is opened the instrum...

Page 64: ...ts can injure you in a collision Utility compartment Coin holder Pen holder Writing surface Space for lap top computer REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with a remote entry system which all...

Page 65: ...ill illuminate Press the control a second time within three seconds to unlock all doors and liftgate Locking the doors Press this control to lock all doors liftgate or the driver s door To confirm doo...

Page 66: ...uding interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment R...

Page 67: ...ormally after battery replacement Illuminated entry The illuminated entry system will turn on the interior lights when the remote transmitter unlock control is pressed The illuminated entry system wil...

Page 68: ...within 10 seconds with the eighth turn ending in the 4 ON position The doors will lock unlock to confirm that programming mode has been entered Within 20 seconds program a remote transmitter by pressi...

Page 69: ...s of step 1 3 Enter your personal 5 digit code Enter each digit within five seconds of previous one Do not set a code that includes five of the same number or presents them in sequential order Thieves...

Page 70: ...ine can only be started with the two special SecuriLock electronically coded keys provided with your vehicle Each time you start your vehicle the SecuriLock key is read by the SecuriLock passive anti...

Page 71: ...available SecuriLock keys to your dealership for reinitialization Theft indicator The theft indicator on the instrument cluster will operate as follows When the ignition is OFF the theft indicator wil...

Page 72: ...ion in ON for at least one second but no more than five seconds 4 Turn the ignition to OFF and remove the second SecuriLock key from the ignition 5 Within 10 seconds of turning the ignition to OFF ins...

Page 73: ...argo doors open the liftgate then open right cargo door first using the handle on top of the door then open the left cargo door using the handle on the side of the door To close and lock the liftgate...

Page 74: ...forward or backward Ensure that the seat is relatched into place 60 40 split bench seat if equipped Lift the release bar to move the seat forward or backward Ensure the seat is relatched into place P...

Page 75: ...river 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...

Page 76: ...rol to move the seat forward backward up or down Using the manual lumbar support Turn the lumbar support control toward the front of vehicle to move the lumbar support forward for more direct support...

Page 77: ...ts may be equipped with head restraints which adjust up and down The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision To properly adjust your head restrai...

Page 78: ...or Ensure that no objects such as books purses or briefcases are on the floor in front of the second row seats before folding them down and insure the seat is fully latched rearward For assistance ref...

Page 79: ...t must be removed in order to fold the seatback down Remove 2nd row seat headrest by pushing in both tabs while pulling up on headrest simultaneously 4 Stow headrest into the green caps found on the t...

Page 80: ...space between the seatback and the floor Returning the seat to upright Insure the seat is pulled back to the locked position whether the seat is occupied or empty If not latched the seat may cause in...

Page 81: ...combination lap and shoulder belts in the outboard seating positions and a manual adjust tongue lap belt in the center seating position For information on the proper operation of the safety restraint...

Page 82: ...seat track and the seat will move forward 3 After entering the 3rd row seat pull back the 2nd row seatback until it latches at full rearward position This will latch and lock the seatback and the sea...

Page 83: ...ether the seat is occupied or empty If not latched the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop When reinstalling a rear seat in your vehicle it must be placed in its original position Improper inst...

Page 84: ...ely dangerous to ride in a cargo area inside or outside of a vehicle In a collision people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed Do not allow people to ride in any ar...

Page 85: ...are combination lap and shoulder belts The front passenger and rear seat outboard safety belts have two types of locking modes described below Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the...

Page 86: ...safety seat is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear seating position if equipped Children 12 years old and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible Refer to Sa...

Page 87: ...further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head on collision The front outboard seat belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to pay out webbing in a controlled manner This feat...

Page 88: ...nchor location covers a Replace Belt label on the safety belt In the event of a collision the colored label REPLACE BELT may become visible If this occurs the safety belt must be replaced Whenever the...

Page 89: ...adjuster down To raise the height of the shoulder belt slide the height adjuster up Pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place Position the shoulder belt height adjusters so...

Page 90: ...If you did not pull out enough webbing to reach the buckle allow the tongue to retract fully before trying to pull it out again Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt assembly is too short...

Page 91: ...ental warning to the safety belt warning function This feature provides additional reminders to the driver that the driver s safety belt is unbuckled by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminatin...

Page 92: ...Belt Minder reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up Seat belts don t work Safety belts when used properly reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45 in cars and by 60 in light trucks Tr...

Page 93: ...ng 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...

Page 94: ...he 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 as...

Page 95: ...safety of future vehicles 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...

Page 96: ...oying air bag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries 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 reac...

Page 97: ...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 98: ...the risk of death or serious injuries such as fractures facial and eye injuries or internal injuries particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the...

Page 99: ...ss light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and light are repaired If any of t...

Page 100: ...s If the child is the proper size restrain the child in a safety seat Children who are too large for child safety seats as specified by your child safety seat manufacturer should always wear safety be...

Page 101: ...the size and weight of the child Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child...

Page 102: ...For more information on top tether straps refer to Attaching safety seats with tether straps Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions included with the safety seat you put in your vehi...

Page 103: ...ns 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...

Page 104: ...ile pushing 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 m...

Page 105: ...over marked with the tether anchor symbol shown with title or are recessed bars on the back side of the seatback The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions shown from top...

Page 106: ...sition The anchors are located under the seat frame 4 Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the...

Page 107: ...of this chapter for further instructions to secure the child safety seat 6 Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer s instructions If the safety seat is not anchored pr...

Page 108: ...ompartment 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...

Page 109: ...heels are turned front wheel is against the curb steering wheel is turned when getting in or out of the vehicle Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate briefly If a light fails to illuminate hav...

Page 110: ...y then release the accelerator pedal gradually as the engine speeds up 5 After idling for a few seconds apply the brake and release the parking brake Using the engine block heater if equipped An engin...

Page 111: ...ngine exhaust some of its constituents and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm In additio...

Page 112: ...BS 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 loose gravel...

Page 113: ...ciency from the ABS is required apply continuous force on the brake The ABS will be activated immediately thus allowing you to retain full steering control of your vehicle and providing there is suffi...

Page 114: ...ng with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy STEERING YOUR VEHICLE Your vehicle is equipped with power steering Power steering uses energy from the en...

Page 115: ...off road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of vehicle rollover personal injury and deat...

Page 116: ...orking If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting from forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts in a steady pattern Press lightly on the accelerator in each ge...

Page 117: ...re the gearshift lever is latched in P Park Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle R Reverse With the gearshift lever in R Reverse the vehicle will move backward Always come to a comple...

Page 118: ...ler towing section To return to Overdrive mode press the transmission control switch TCS The TCIL the word OFF will no longer be illuminated Each time the vehicle is started the transmission will auto...

Page 119: ...n or if the downshifts and other throttle conditions do not function normally see your dealer or a qualified service technician as soon as possible POWER TAKE OFF PTO Your vehicle is not designed to b...

Page 120: ...vides 4x4 High engagement and disengagement while the vehicle is moving is operated by a rotary control located on the instrument panel that allows you select 2WD 4x4 High or 4x4 Low operation uses hu...

Page 121: ...ncerns to your dealer 2WD 2WD High Power to rear axle only 4x4 HIGH 4WD High Power delivered to front and rear axles for increased traction 4x4 LOW 4WD Low Power to front and rear axles at low speeds...

Page 122: ...low 1 Bring the vehicle to a complete stop 2 Depress the brake 3 Place the gearshift in N Neutral 4 Move the 4WD control to the 4x4 LOW position 5 Hold the shift command until the LOW RANGE indicator...

Page 123: ...motion make sure you grip the steering wheel from the outside Do not grip the spokes Drive cautiously to avoid vehicle damage from concealed objects such as rocks and stumps You should either know the...

Page 124: ...light pressure on the brake pedal After driving through mud clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts and tires Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could...

Page 125: ...wer and quick changes of direction on snow and ice Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from a full stop Apply the brakes as you normally would Your 4WD vehicle is equipped with a F...

Page 126: ...mbination any required option weight for trailer towing and the weight of the driver from the GCWR for the towing vehicle Maximum Trailer Weight Maximum weight of a trailer the loaded vehicle includin...

Page 127: ...damage to the vehicle and or personal injury Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehicles For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehic...

Page 128: ...e as effectively as dry brakes Drying can be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal Driving through deep water where the transmission vent tube is subm...

Page 129: ...a Class IV trailer extra heavy duty 2 268 4 536 kg 5 001 10 000 lbs trailer weight requires a weight distributing or fifth wheel hitch Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certificatio...

Page 130: ...uire assistance Load equalizing hitch When hooking up a trailer using a load equalizing hitch always use the following procedure 1 Park the unloaded vehicle on a level surface With the ignition on and...

Page 131: ...king power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on most to...

Page 132: ...for stopping with a trailer attached The trailer tongue weight should be no more than 10 15 of the loaded trailer weight After you have traveled 80 km 50 miles thoroughly check your hitch electrical...

Page 133: ...35 mph Maximum distance is 80 km 50 miles If a distance of 80 km 50 miles or a speed of 56 km 35 mph must be exceeded the drive shaft will have to be removed until the vehicle is being towed Ford rec...

Page 134: ...ide cross bar to the desired location 3 Tighten the latch at both ends of the cross bar To remove the cross bar assembly from the roof rack side rails 1 Loosen the latch at both ends of the cross bar...

Page 135: ...secure loads to the luggage carrier 1 Loosen the slider knobs at each end of the cross rail 2 Slide the crossbar to the desired placement Ensure that both sides of the crossrails are even 3 Tighten th...

Page 136: ...ccidents or getting 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...

Page 137: ...ergency 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 Depr...

Page 138: ...el 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 leaks in the...

Page 139: ...Fuse Link Cartridge 2A Grey Grey 3A Violet 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 P...

Page 140: ...eners counterclockwise To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover FUSE1 RELAY 1 RELAY 2 RELAY 3 RELAY 4 RELAY 5 12 22 2 13 23 3 14 24 4 16 15 25 5 26 6 17 27 7 18 28 8...

Page 141: ...amps Electronic Shift On The Fly Hublock Solenoid Heated Seat 7 5A Power Window Lock Switch Illumination 8 5A Headlamp Switch LED Radio 9 Not Used 10 Not Used 11 30A Wiper Run Park Relay Coil Wiper Hi...

Page 142: ...ule Blower Motor Relay Coil 23 Not Used 24 10A A C Clutch Blend Door Actuator Trailer Tow Battery Charge Relay Coil 25 5A 4 Wheel Anti Lock Brake System 4WABS 26 Not Used 27 Not Used 28 Not Used 29 5A...

Page 143: ...s main electrical systems from overloads Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses Always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or re...

Page 144: ...7 20A Floor Console Auxiliary Power Point 8 15A Park Lamps 9 20A Left Rear Quarter Auxiliary Power Point 10 30A Head Lamps 11 20A Cargo Auxiliary Power Point 12 15A DRL 13 10A Washer 14 15A Horn 15 No...

Page 145: ...Not Used Diesel only Injector Driver Module 107 30A Heated Seats 108 30A Power Seats 109 40A Front Blower Motor 110 30A Trailer Tow Electronic Brake 111 Not Used 112 20A Fuel Pump 113 30A Gasoline on...

Page 146: ...hile driving do not apply the brake heavily Instead gradually decrease your speed Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road Spare tire information Your veh...

Page 147: ...of the radiator support in the engine compartment Tire change procedure To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire be sure the parking brake is set then block in both directions the whe...

Page 148: ...ound When one of the rear wheels is off the ground the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack even if the transmission is in P Park automatic transmission...

Page 149: ...Front passenger side 4x4 Front driver side 4x4 Make sure the jack fits into the notched area on the differential housing Rear 2000 U137 hdw Owners Guide owners USA English fus Roadside emergencies 149...

Page 150: ...nst the hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts until the wheel has been lowered 11 Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 12 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the o...

Page 151: ...eel mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to come off while the vehicle is in motion resulting in loss of control JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery c...

Page 152: ...em 3 Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle making sure the two vehicles do not touch Set the parking brake on both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and ot...

Page 153: ...the assisting battery 4 Make the final connection of the negative cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle s engine away from the battery and the carburetor fuel injection system Do not u...

Page 154: ...1 Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed 2 Start the engine of the disabled vehicle 3 Once the disabled vehicle has been started run both engines for...

Page 155: ...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 2000 U13...

Page 156: ...battery is installed the transmission must relearn its adaptive strategy As a result of this the transmission may shift firmly This operation is considered normal and will not effect function or durab...

Page 157: ...h T hooks On 4x4 vehicles it is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the ground However a slingbelt with T hooks and a wheel dolly can...

Page 158: ...ngine When the engine is running keep loose clothing jewelry or long hair away from moving parts Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are sure you have enou...

Page 159: ...hicle 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 located under the right center of the h...

Page 160: ...Engine oil filler cap 3 Transmission fluid dipstick 4 Engine oil dipstick 5 Brake fluid reservoir 6 Power distribution box 7 Power steering fluid reservoir 8 Air filter assembly 9 Engine coolant rese...

Page 161: ...level indicator dipstick 6 Wipe the indicator clean Insert the indicator fully then remove it again If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL If the...

Page 162: ...with the engine oil level indicator and or the engine oil filler cap removed Engine oil and filter recommendations Look for this certification trademark Use SAE 5W 30 motor oil certified for gasoline...

Page 163: ...reservoir cap before removal to prevent dirt or water from entering the reservoir 2 Visually inspect the fluid level 3 If necessary add brake fluid from a clean un opened container until the level re...

Page 164: ...3 If necessary add brake fluid from a clean un opened container until the level reaches MAX Do not fill above this line 4 Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid certified to meet Ford specifications Refer to Lu...

Page 165: ...volatile organic compounds may restrict the use of methanol a common windshield washer antifreeze additive Washer fluids containing non methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide c...

Page 166: ...cooling system may result When the engine is cold check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir The engine coolant should be at the cold fill level or within the cold fill range as listed on...

Page 167: ...ehicle Mixing of engine coolants may harm your engine s cooling system The use of an improper coolant may harm engine and cooling system components and may void the warranty of your vehicle s engine c...

Page 168: ...ge to the engine s cooling system and possible severe personal injury If you must remove the coolant cap follow these steps to avoid personal injury 1 Before you remove the cap turn the engine off and...

Page 169: ...dequate freeze protection at the temperatures in which you drive in the winter months If you drive in extremely hot climates it is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration above 40 NEVER...

Page 170: ...r will be limited the air conditioning system will be disabled Continued operation will increase the engine temperature and the engine will completely shut down causing steering and braking effort to...

Page 171: ...CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules If adding fluid is necessary use only MERCON ATF Ch...

Page 172: ...ure approximately 30 km 20 miles If your vehicle has been operated for an extended period at high speeds in city traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer the vehicle should be turned off for ab...

Page 173: ...hould be in this range if at normal operating temperature 66 C 77 C 150 F 170 F The transmission fluid should be in this range if at ambient temperature 10 C 35 C 50 F 95 F High fluid level Fluid leve...

Page 174: ...onent damage If necessary add fluid in 250 mL 1 2 pint increments through the filler tube until the level is correct If an overfill occurs excess fluid should be removed by a qualified technician An o...

Page 175: ...rolyte level Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules Keep the electrolyte level in each cell up to the level indicator Do not overfill the battery cells If the elec...

Page 176: ...g 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...

Page 177: ...ty of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle trim is eventually relearned If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed the clock must be reset once the batte...

Page 178: ...Install a new air filter element ensuring the arrow on the top half of the air filter housing lines up with the notch on the bottom half of air filter housing Be careful not to crimp the filter eleme...

Page 179: ...le to the driver To avoid injury never run the engine with one wheel off the ground such as when changing a tire WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES Check the wiper blades at least twice a year or when they seem...

Page 180: ...TIRE QUALITY GRADING New vehicles are fitted with tires that have a rating on them called Tire Quality Grades The Quality grades can be found where applicable on the tire sidewall between tread should...

Page 181: ...ty to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance The traction grade a...

Page 182: ...been parked for at least one hour or has been driven less than 5 km 3 miles Adjust tire pressure to recommended specifications found on the Certification Label Improperly inflated tires can affect ve...

Page 183: ...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 184: ...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 185: ...r cause the fuel cap to disengage 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 benzene w...

Page 186: ...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 187: ...your 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 differ...

Page 188: ...Service Engine Soon indicator refer to the Instrumentation chapter Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1 8 turn on off feature When fueling your vehicle 1 Turn the...

Page 189: ...any damage to the fuel system if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY Measuring techniques Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you...

Page 190: ...of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the same direction each time you fill up Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time Your results will be most accurate if your filling m...

Page 191: ...nomy Slow down gradually Driving at reasonable speeds traveling at 88 km h 55 mph uses 15 less fuel than traveling at 105 km h 65 mph Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy U...

Page 192: ...ons give their best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal Four wheel drive operation if equipped is less fuel efficient than two wheel drive opera...

Page 193: ...n system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire Illumination of the Service Engine Soon light charging system warning light or the temperature warning light fluid le...

Page 194: ...s described below First at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway Next at least 20 minutes driving in stop and go city type traffic with at least four idle periods Allow the vehicle t...

Page 195: ...not touch the glass The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to break the next time the headlamps are operated 6 Insert the glass end of the new bulb into the headlamp assembly When the grooves in...

Page 196: ...unterclockwise about 1 4 turn and remove from lamp assembly 5 Carefully pull bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb 6 Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning clockwise 7...

Page 197: ...n and remove from lamp assembly 3 Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb 4 Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning clockwise 5 Install the lamp assembl...

Page 198: ...nstall the bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning it clockwise Interior bulbs Check the operation of the following interior bulbs frequently dome lamps map lamps second row reading lamps third row re...

Page 199: ...lamp 2 168 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted To replace all instrument panel lights see your dealer AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at...

Page 200: ...ssories such as antennas and fold in the side view mirrors 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...

Page 201: ...at will damage the finish of special wheel surfaces Use a tar remover to remove grease and tar The brushes used in some automatic car washes may damage the finish on your wheels Before going to a car...

Page 202: ...ith a non abrasive cleaner such as Ford Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner E4AZ 19C507 AA available from your Ford Dealer Do not use abrasive cleansers on glass as they may cause scratches The windshield...

Page 203: ...volved in an accident refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in the Seating and safety restraints chapter Cleaning leather seats if equipped To clean simply use a soft cloth dampened with water...

Page 204: ...mbers Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information VECI decal for spark plug gap information REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity Front axle Motorcraft SAE 75W 90 Premium 4x4...

Page 205: ...arts Transmission fluid 5 Motorcraft MERCON ATF 4x2 vehicles 16 1L 17 1 quarts 6 4x4 vehicles 16 7L 17 7 quarts 6 Windshield washer fluid Ultra Clear Windshield Washer Concentrate All 4 2L 1 1 gallons...

Page 206: ...ion fluids may be labeled as dual usage such as MERCON and MERCON V These dual usage fluids are not to be used in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCON type fluid However these dua...

Page 207: ...ke fluid High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid C6AZ 19542 AB ESA M6C25 A and DOT 3 Engine coolant Gasoline engines Ford Premium Engine Coolant E2FZ 19549 AA in Canada Motorcraft CXC 8 B ESE...

Page 208: ...hield washer fluid Ultra clear Windshield Washer Concentrate C9AZ 19550 AC ESR M17P5 A 1 Add 236 ml 8 oz of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ 19B546 A or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST M2C118...

Page 209: ...recommended fluid may cause transmission damage ENGINE DATA Engine 5 4L V8 engine 6 8L V10 engine Cubic inches 330 415 Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane Firing order 1 3 7 2 6 5 4 8 1 6 5 10 2 7 3 8 4...

Page 210: ...4 1 5 2 3 Capacities and specifications 210...

Page 211: ...he vehicle identification number is stamped on the engine block transmission frame and transfer case if equipped MFD BY FORD MOTOR CO IN U S A EXT PNT XXXXXX XXXXXX RC XX DSO XXXX F0000 BAR INT TR TP...

Page 212: ...ection 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 Ford Exten...

Page 213: ...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 214: ...ble when contacting 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...

Page 215: ...he Board review Unresolved warranty 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...

Page 216: ...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 217: ...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 218: ...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 219: ...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 220: ...coln 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 appe...

Page 221: ...em Tire step Travel equipment Daytime running lights DRL Factory luggage rack adaptors Fog lights Framed luggage covers Heavy duty battery Running boards Auto headlamp system with DRL Spare tire soft...

Page 222: ...cle performance keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle When adding accessories equipment passengers and luggage to your vehicle do not exceed the t...

Page 223: ...garage door openers and other transmitters with outputs of five watts or less will not ordinarily affect your vehicle s operation Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse effects or damage th...

Page 224: ...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 225: ...ns 207 209 refill capacities 204 traction lok 179 B Battery 175 acid treating emergencies 175 charging system warning light 12 jumping a disabled battery 151 maintenance free 175 replacement specifica...

Page 226: ...U S and Canada 218 Getting roadside assistance 136 Getting the service you need 212 Ordering additional owner s literature 223 The Dispute Settlement Board 215 Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration Pro...

Page 227: ...189 filter specifications 189 204 fuel pump shut off switch 137 gauge 15 improving fuel economy 189 low fuel warning light 8 octane rating 187 209 quality 187 running out of fuel 188 safety informati...

Page 228: ...Keys key in ignition chime 14 positions of the ignition 44 L Lamps autolamp system 194 bulb replacement specifications chart 198 cargo lamps 18 daytime running light 18 headlamps 18 headlamps flash to...

Page 229: ...stribution box see Fuses 143 Power door locks 53 Power steering 114 fluid checking and adding 171 fluid refill capacity 204 fluid specifications 207 209 Preparing to drive your vehicle 115 R Radio 27...

Page 230: ...181 Towing 182 recreational towing 133 wrecker 157 Traction lok rear axle 179 Transfer case fluid checking 174 Transmission 115 fluid checking and adding automatic 172 fluid refill capacities 204 lubr...

Page 231: ...quarts Use Motorcraft MERCON ATF 2 Automatic transmission fluid capacity 4x4 vehicles 1 16 7L 17 7 quarts Use Motorcraft MERCON ATF 2 Windshield washer fluid 4 2L 1 1 gallons Use Ultra Clear Windshie...

Page 232: ...luid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage 2 Indicates only approximate dry fill capacity Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with in tank cooler T...

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