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Rock

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Soft

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Top 40

Show

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With RDS activated, press the
RDS control until SHOW is
displayed.

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Use the SEL control to select
TYPE (the display shows the
program type), NAME (the
display shows the call letters of
the station) or NONE.

Mute mode

Press the control to mute the
playing media. Press the control
again to return to the playing media.

Setting the clock with radio data system (RDS) feature

Press the RDS control until SELECT
HOUR or SELECT MINS is
displayed.

Use the SEL control to manually set
the time.

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Press

to increase

hours/minutes.

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Press

to decrease

hours/minutes.

RDS

SEL

MUTE

RDS

SEL

Controls and features

Summary of Contents for 2000 F-150

Page 1: ...47 Customer assistance 259 Reporting safety defects 272 Index 273 All rights reserved Reproduction by any means electronic or mechanical including photocopying recording or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Ford Motor Company Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation...

Page 2: ... birth defects or other reproductive harm ICONS Indicates a safety alert Read the following section on Warnings Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards protecting the environment Indicates a message regarding child safet...

Page 3: ...the moving parts a chance to break in INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation SPECIAL NOTICES Using your vehicle with a snowplow For more information and guidelines for using your vehicle with a snowplow refer to the Driving chapter Using your vehicle as an am...

Page 4: ... of this type failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident Be sure to read Driving off road in the Driving chapter as well as the Four Wheeling supplement included with 4WD and utility type vehicles Notice to owners of F150 5 4L Supercharged Lightning vehicles Before you drive your vehicle be sure to read the SVT Lightning Truck Owner s Guide Supplement Th...

Page 5: ...d and proper ride and handling attributes Check your vehicle s Certification Label for the proper tire pressure levels The undercab chrome bars are for decorative purposes only Do not step on these bars to enter or exit the vehicle Notice to owners of natural gas fueled vehicles Before you drive your vehicle be sure to read the Natural Gas Vehicle Owner s Guide Supplement This book contains import...

Page 6: ...hild 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 Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash Wipe Windshield Defrost Demist Rear Window Defrost Demist Power Windows Front Rear Power Window Lockout Introduction 6 ...

Page 7: ...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 Fluid Level MAX MIN Emission System Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check fuel cap Introduction 7 ...

Page 8: ...OON ON OFF RES SET ACCEL COAST A P PEDALS Headlamp control pg 20 Instrument panel dimmer switch pg 21 Turn signal and wiper washer control pg 72 Instrument cluster pg 10 Speed control pg 67 Driver air bag pg 25 Parking brake release pg 141 Hood release pg 198 Power adjustable foot pedals pg 80 Power rear slider window pg 22 if equipped Instrumentation 8 ...

Page 9: ... BAL FADE SIDE EJ REW FF 1 2 TAPE AMS VOL PUSH ON SEEK TUNE AM FM CLK 1 2 3 4 5 6 FM1 ST Passenger air bag deactivate switch pg 117 Climate control systems pg 60 Gearshift includes overdrive button pg 146 Auxiliary power point pg 23 4WD control pg 156 Electronic sound system pg 24 Instrumentation 9 ...

Page 10: ... tank The ignition must be in the ON position for this lamp to illuminate The lamp will also illuminate for several seconds after the ignition is turned to the ON position regardless of the fuel level to ensure your bulb is working 0 E L L H H F C H D P RN D 2 CRUISE DOOR AJAR SELECT RESET 4X4 LOW RANGE THEFT FUEL DOOR SERVICE ENGINE SOON LOW FUEL 20 40 60 80 00 20 40 60 BRAKE MPH km h D L H L H E...

Page 11: ...Service Engine Soon light illuminates Light turns on solid This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction Temporary malfunctions may cause your Service Engine Soon light to illuminate Examples are 1 The vehicle has run out of fuel The engine may misfire or run poorly 2 Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel 3 The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely tightened Th...

Page 12: ...light fails to illuminate continues to flash or remains on have the system serviced immediately Safety belt Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to remind you to fasten your safety belts For more information refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter Brake system warning Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to ensure the c...

Page 13: ...tes when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are 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 Bulbs in the Maintenance and care chapter High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on Anti theft system if equipped Refer to SecuriLocky passive anti theft system in the Controls and fe...

Page 14: ...ear shift light is on the transmission does not operate in the overdrive mode refer to the Driving chapter for transmission function and operation The light may also flash steadily 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 possible damage to the tra...

Page 15: ...ety belts For information on the safety belt warning chime refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter Supplemental restraint system SRS warning chime For information on the SRS warning chime refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter Key in ignition warning chime Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF LOCK or ACC position and the driver s door is opened Headlamps on...

Page 16: ...ount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel A minimum of 22 2 L six gallons must be added or removed from the fuel tank in order for the gauge to instantaneously update If less than six gallons is the change the gauge will take between five to twenty minutes to update 0 E L L H H F C H D CRUISE BRAKE MPH km h P RN D 2 DOOR AJAR SELECT RESET 4X4 ...

Page 17: ...t in the Maintenance and care chapter Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or 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 section the oil pressure engine coolant and Check Engine Service Engine Soon indicators illumin...

Page 18: ...icates the engine speed in revolutions per minute Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine Battery voltage gauge This shows the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range as indicated by arrows have the vehicle s electrical system checked as soon as possible D P RN ...

Page 19: ...ea between the L and H If the gauge indicates low pressure stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible and switch off the engine immediately Check the oil level Add oil if needed refer to Engine oil in the Maintenance and care chapter If the oil level is correct have your vehicle checked at your dealership or by a qualified technician L H Instrumentation 19 ...

Page 20: ...igh beams Push forward to activate Pull toward you to deactivate Flash to pass Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate Daytime running lamps DRL if equipped Turns the headlamps on with 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 A Controls and features 20 ...

Page 21: ... if equipped The headlamp control also operates the foglamps The foglamps can be turned on only when the headlamp control is in the position and the high beams are not turned on Pull headlamp control towards you to turn foglamps on The foglamp indicator light will illuminate PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlamp and parklamp operation Rotate up t...

Page 22: ...he lamp switch to the position and pull toward you for fog POWER REAR SLIDER WINDOW IF EQUIPPED Press the open arrow side of control to open window Press the closed arrow side of control to close window POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS IF EQUIPPED The accelerator and brake pedal should only be adjusted when the vehicle is stopped and the gearshift lever is in the P Park position Press and hold the roc...

Page 23: ...ILIARY POWER POINT Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only Do not hang any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered by your warranty The auxiliary power point is located on the instrument panel Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter Use the power point 4H 2H 4L Controls and feature...

Page 24: ...o 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 FM STEREO Controls and features 24 ...

Page 25: ... come back on at a nominal listening level when the ignition 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 between AM FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations Tune adjust The tune control works in radio mode VOL PUSH ON VOL PUSH ON AM FM Controls and featu...

Page 26: ...ncy band Press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with four station memory preset 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 AM FM select control 2 Select a station Refer to Tu...

Page 27: ...e the volume knob to adjust the desired level Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right 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 speakers Press the TONE control four times then use the volume knob to adju...

Page 28: ...o increase minutes The CLK control will 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 is turned on and then revert to clock information Anytime that the media is changed new radio station etc the media information will again display for ten seconds ...

Page 29: ...volume 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 FADE SIDE EJ REW FF 1 2 TAPE AMS VOL PUSH ON SEEK TUNE AM FM CLK 1 2 3 4 5 6 FM1 ST VOL PUSH ON VOL PUSH ON Controls and features 29 ...

Page 30: ...ks 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 quickly Press to move to the next frequency up the band whether or not a listenable station is located there Hold for quick movement Seek function The seek function control works in radio mode Seek functio...

Page 31: ...up 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 Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station 3 Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns indicating the station is held in memory on the control you ...

Page 32: ...ker 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 enter tape mode while in radio mode press the TAPE AMS control TREB BAL FADE TAPE AMS CLK Controls and features 32 ...

Page 33: ...he 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 rewind in tape mode press the REW control Fast forward The fast forward control works in tape mode In the tape mode tape direction will automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached Tape dire...

Page 34: ...n is manufactured under license from Dolbyt Laboratories 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 clock mode while in radio mode To set the hour press and hold the CLK control and press the SEEK control to decrease hours and to increase hours 4 TAPE AMS CLK...

Page 35: ...and clock display mode time When in clock mode the media information will display for 10 seconds when the radio is turned on and then revert to clock information Anytime that the media is changed new radio station etc the media information will again display for 10 seconds before reverting back to the clock In media mode the media information will always be displayed TAPE AMS CLK SEEK TUNE SEEK TU...

Page 36: ...individual function controls will either illuminate or turn off Those controls which have a function for the specific mode of operation selected will be lit while the controls which have no function for that mode will be turned off Volume power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off SCAN VOL PUSH ON REW 1 FF 2 SIDE 1 2 3 4 COMP 5 SHUFF 6 AUTO TUNE SEEK SEL BAL FADE MUTE FM AM...

Page 37: ...d to compensate for road and wind noise The recommended level for speed sensitive volume is from level 1 through level 3 Level 0 turns the speed sensitive volume off and level 7 is the maximum setting With the radio on press and hold the volume control for five seconds until the display reads SPEED VOL then press to increase volume compensation to decrease or shut off the volume compensation AM FM...

Page 38: ...ss to move to the next frequency up the band whether or not a listenable station is located there Hold for quick movement Tune adjust for CD changer 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 information Hold the control to continue reversing through the discs Press to...

Page 39: ...n radio tape or CD mode if equipped Scan function in radio mode Press the SCAN control to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations on the frequency band Press the SCAN control again to stop the scan mode Scan function in tape mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the tape The tape scans in a forward direction At the end of the tape s first side direction...

Page 40: ...set allows you to set strong radio stations without losing your original manually set preset stations This feature is helpful on trips when you travel between cities with different radio stations Starting autoset memory preset 1 Select a frequency using the AM FM select controls 2 Press the AUTO control 3 When the first six strong stations are filled the station stored in memory preset control 1 w...

Page 41: ...tion can be adjusted between the right and left speakers Press the BAL control Use the SEL control to adjust the sound between the speakers Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers Press the FADE control Use the SEL control to adjust the sound between the front and rear speakers Tape CD select To begin tape play with a tape loaded into the audio system ...

Page 42: ...he beginning of the tape is reached In CD mode pressing the REW control for less than three seconds results in slow rewind Pressing the control for more than three seconds results in fast rewind Fast forward The fast forward control works in tape and CD modes if equipped In the tape mode tape direction will automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached In CD mode pressing the control f...

Page 43: ...d loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust The effect of the feature varies with the music content Shuffle feature The shuffle feature operates in CD mode and plays all tracks on the current disc in random order If equipped with the CD changer the shuffle feature continues to the next disc after all tracks ...

Page 44: ...the following selections Traffic Press the RDS control until TRAFFIC is displayed Use the SEL control to select ON or OFF With the feature on use the SEEK or SCAN control to find a radio station broadcasting a traffic report if it is broadcasting RDS data Traffic information is not available in most U S markets Program type Press the RDS control until the FIND program type is displayed Use the SEL...

Page 45: ...he station or NONE Mute mode Press the control to mute the playing media Press the control again to return to the playing media Setting the clock with radio data system RDS feature Press the RDS control until SELECT HOUR or SELECT MINS is displayed Use the SEL control to manually set the time Press to increase hours minutes Press to decrease hours minutes RDS SEL MUTE RDS SEL Controls and features...

Page 46: ...s will either illuminate or turn off Those controls which have a function for the specific mode of operation selected will be lit while the controls which have no function for that mode will be turned off Volume power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off Turn the control to raise or lower volume CD SCAN VOL PUSH ON REW 1 FF 2 3 4 COMP 5 SHUFF 6 RDS EJ AUTO TUNE SEEK SEL BAL...

Page 47: ...s the speed sensitive volume off and level 7 is the maximum setting With the radio on press and hold the volume control for five seconds then press to increase volume compensation to decrease or shut off the volume compensation AM FM select The AM FM select control works in radio CD and CD changer modes if equipped AM FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency ban...

Page 48: ...he frequencies quickly Press to move to the next frequency up the band whether or not a listenable station is located there Hold for quick movement Tune adjust for CD changer 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 information Hold the control to continue reversing ...

Page 49: ...an mode Scan function in CD mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the CD The CD scans in a forward direction wrapping back to the first track at the end of the CD To 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 50: ...tored in memory preset control 1 will start playing If there are less than six strong stations available on the frequency band the remaining memory preset controls will all store the last strong station available To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system s manually set memory stations press the AUTO control again Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease th...

Page 51: ...for less than three seconds results in slow rewind Pressing the control for more than three seconds results in fast rewind Fast forward The fast forward control works in CD mode In CD mode pressing the control for less than three seconds results in slow forward action Pressing the control for more than three seconds results in fast forward action Eject function Press the control to stop and eject ...

Page 52: ...sed again Radio data system RDS feature This feature allows your audio system to receive station identification or program type from RDS equipped FM radio station The Federal Communications Commission FCC and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission CRTC recommend FM radio broadcasters to use RDS technology to transmit information FM radio stations are independently operated and indivi...

Page 53: ...ress the RDS control until FIND program type is displayed Use the SEL control to select the program type With the feature on use the SEEK or SCAN control to find the desired program type from the following selections Classic Country Info Jazz Oldies R B Religious Rock Soft Top 40 Show With RDS activated press the RDS control until SHOW is displayed SEL RDS SEL RDS Controls and features 53 ...

Page 54: ...anually set the time Press to increase hours minutes Press to decrease hours minutes CD changer if equipped The CD changer is in one of the following locations behind the passenger s seat Regular Cab only in the center console SuperCab SuperCrew with Captain s chairs under the rear bench on the driver s side see instructions below SuperCab with bench seats in the stowage bin on the passenger s sid...

Page 55: ...he door to access the CD changer magazine 2 Press to eject the magazine 3 Turn the magazine A over 4 Using the disc holder release knob C pull the disc holder B out of the magazine A B C Controls and features 55 ...

Page 56: ... of the disc holder Ensure that the label on the CD faces downwards 6 Press in on the disc holder until it locks securely into the magazine If the disc holders are not fully locked into the magazine the unit will not operate Ensure that the disc holder is evenly inserted and at the same level as the magazine A The unit will not operate if the disc holder is not inserted at the same level B A A B C...

Page 57: ... will partially eject 2 Remove the disc Radio power must be turned on to play the CDs in the changer The magazine may be stored in the glove box when not being used 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 foreign objects will damage the CD player...

Page 58: ...imensions not within industry standards is inserted Cleaning compact discs Inspect all discs for contamination before playing If necessary clean discs only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out to the edge Do not use circular motion CD and CD changer care Handle discs by their edges only Never touch the playing surface Do not expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for e...

Page 59: ...all frequencies are used in a given area Radio reception factors Three factors can affect radio reception Distance strength The further an FM signal travels the weaker it is The listenable range of the average FM station is approximately 40 km 24 miles This range can be affected by signal modulation Signal modulation is a process radio stations use to increase their strength volume relative to oth...

Page 60: ...the vehicle Temperature control knob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle On heater only systems the air cannot be cooled below the outside temperature Mode selector control Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle PANEL Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers OFF Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate For short p...

Page 61: ...ired To reduce humidity buildup inside the vehicle in cold weather conditions do not drive with the climate control system in the OFF position Under normal weather conditions your vehicle s climate control system should be left in any position other than MAX A C or OFF when the vehicle is parked This allows the vehicle to breathe through the outside air inlet duct Under snowy or dirty weather cond...

Page 62: ...Manual heating and air conditioning system if equipped Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle Temperature 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 can operate in all modes except PANEL and FLOOR However the air condi...

Page 63: ...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 hot and full cold positions the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the instrument panel registers FLOOR Allows for maximum heating by distributing outs...

Page 64: ...er snowy or dirty weather conditions your vehicle s climate control system should be left in the OFF position when the vehicle is parked This allows the climate control system to be free from contamination of outside pollutants If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during warm weather conditions the air conditioner will perform more efficiently in cooling the vehicle if driven fo...

Page 65: ...uter panel vents towards to side windows To increase airflow to the outer panel vents close the central panel vents Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop PASSENGER AIR BAG ON OFF SWITCH This switch must be used to deactivate the passenger air bag whenever a child seat is used in the right front or center front pass...

Page 66: ...d 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 START cranks the engine Release the key as soon as the engine starts TURN SIGNAL CONTROL Push down to activate the left turn signal Push up to activate the right turn signal 3 1 2 5 4 Controls and feat...

Page 67: ...ot use 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 Turn off the vehicle ignition Once speed control is switched off the previously programmed set speed will be erased ON OFF ON OFF Controls and features 67 ...

Page 68: ...e 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 not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved To set a higher set speed Press and hold SET SET ACC SET ACCEL Release the control when the desired vehicle...

Page 69: ... set a lower set speed Press and hold CST COAST Release the control when the desired speed is reached or Press and release CST COAST 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 vehicle speed is reached press SET SET ACC SET ACCEL RES SET ACCEL COAST RES SET ACCEL COAST Controls and features 69 ...

Page 70: ...ess the brake pedal or Depress the clutch pedal if equipped Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed ON OFF Controls and features 70 ...

Page 71: ...essed It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed the brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position TILT STEERING WHEEL IF EQUIPPED Pull the tilt steering control toward you to move the steering wheel up or down Hold the control while adjusting the wheel to the desired position then release the control to lock the steering wheel in position RES SET ACCEL COAST CRUIS...

Page 72: ...fast intervals and downward for slow intervals Push tap the end of the stalk briefly for a single swipe no wash Push and hold for three swipes with wash Push and hold for a longer wash up to ten seconds Speed dependent wipers if equipped When the windshield wiper control is set on the intermittent settings speed sensitive front wipers automatically adjust as the vehicle s speed changes OVERDRIVE C...

Page 73: ...ed When you shut off and re start your vehicle the transmission will automatically return to normal Overdrive mode For additional information about the gearshift lever and the transmission control switch operation refer to the Automatic Transmission Operation section of the Driving chapter OVERHEAD CONSOLE IF EQUIPPED The appearance of your vehicle s overhead console will vary according to your op...

Page 74: ...rs Remove the storage clip from the door Place Velcroy hook onto side of aftermarket transmitter opposite of actuator control Place the transmitter into storage compartment control down Place the provided height adaptors onto the back of the GARAGE control as needed Press the GARAGE control to activate the transmitter Controls and features 74 ...

Page 75: ...alls below 3 C 38 F the display will alternate from ICE to the outside temperature at a two second rate for one minute Compass The compass display is contained in the overhead console The vehicle heading is displayed as one of N NE E SE S SW W and NW The compass reading may be affected when you drive near large buildings bridges power lines and powerful broadcast antenna Magnetic or metallic objec...

Page 76: ...ess and hold the SELECT control until VAR appears in the display then release The display should show the current zone number 4 Press the SELECT control until the desired zone number appears The display will flash and then return to normal operation The zone is now updated 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 9 VAR Controls and features 76 ...

Page 77: ...ess the controls on either side of each map lamp to activate the lamps AUTOMATIC DIMMING REAR VIEW MIRRORS IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle is equipped with an inside rear view mirror with an auto dimming function The electronic day night mirror will change from the normal state to the non glare state when bright lights glare reach the inside rear view mirror When the inside rear view mirror detects brigh...

Page 78: ... is placed in R Reverse when the mirror is on to ensure a bright clear view when backing up POWER WINDOWS IF EQUIPPED Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows Press the top portion of the rocker switch to close Press the bottom portion of the rocker switch to open OFF AUTO AUTO AUTO Controls and features 78 ...

Page 79: ... operation by pushing down on the top part of the driver power window control Accessory delay if equipped With accessory delay the window switches may be used for up to ten minutes after the ignition switch is turned to the OFF position or until any door is opened POWER DOOR LOCKS IF EQUIPPED Press U to unlock all doors and L to lock all doors AUTO U L Controls and features 79 ...

Page 80: ...t mirror 2 Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror 3 Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place Signal mirrors if equipped When the turn signal is activated the outer portion of the appropriate mirror housing will blink red This provides an additional warning to other drivers that your vehicle is about to turn MIRRORS L R MIRRORS L R Controls and features 80 ...

Page 81: ...ention post and rotate forward to lock in Make sure that the mat does not interfere with the operation of the accelerator or the brake pedal To remove the floor mat reverse the installation procedure TAILGATE LOCK IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle is equipped with a tailgate lock designed to prevent theft of the tailgate Insert ignition key and turn to the right to engage lock Turn ignition key to the left...

Page 82: ...r possible The cover can be rolled up and stowed behind the cab or removed completely from the vehicle To avoid damage to the cover do not operate the vehicle unless the cover is fully installed or securely stowed Refer to Tonneau cover care in the Maintenance and care chapter The removal and stowage for styleside and flareside vehicles are basically the same except where noted To remove or stow t...

Page 83: ...er outward and upward away from the side rail working from the rear to the front 4 Starting from the opposite side of the vehicle pull cover away from the side rail and roll the cover from rear to front Controls and features 83 ...

Page 84: ...5 Secure the cover behind the cab with two straps The cover may be removed from the vehicle by sliding it sideways out of the front rail Controls and features 84 ...

Page 85: ...release tension Stow the cross bars in the notches behind the rolled cover in the pickup box Lower tailgate depress the levers on each side of the rear rail and push rear rail towards the front of the pickup box securing it behind the cross bars and cover For installation of the cover follow the removal procedure in reverse order Make sure the crossbows are locked in the notches in the side rails ...

Page 86: ...ith a mechanical interior tonneau cover release handle that provides a means of escape for children and adults in the event they become locked inside the pickup box Adults are advised to familiarize themselves with the operation and location of the release handle To open the tonneau cover from the inside pull the T shaped handle and push up on the tonneau cover panel The material that the handle i...

Page 87: ...es the code stored in the anti theft system the vehicle s engine is allowed to start If the key identification code does not match the code stored in the system or if a coded key is not detected vehicle theft situation the vehicle s engine will not operate If there is any anti theft problem with your vehicle ensure ALL coded keys for that vehicle are brought to the dealership to aid in troubleshoo...

Page 88: ...e system serviced by your dealership or a qualified technician Programming spare SecuriLockY keys Spare coded keys can be purchased from your dealership and programmed to your anti theft system up to a total of eight keys Your dealership can program your new coded key s to your vehicle or you can do it yourself using the following simple procedure To program a new coded key yourself you will need ...

Page 89: ...ed key s will start the vehicle s engine The theft indicator located on the instrument panel will light for three seconds and then go out If the programming procedure was not successful the new coded key s will not operate the vehicle s engine The theft indicator will flash on and off Wait at least one minute and then repeat the procedure from step 1 If failure repeats bring your vehicle to your d...

Page 90: ...unlock the driver s door The interior lamps will illuminate Press the control a second time within three seconds to unlock all doors Locking the doors Press this control to lock all doors To confirm doors are closed and locked press this control a second time within three seconds The door s will lock again the horn will chirp once and the lamps will flash If any of the doors are open or ajar the h...

Page 91: ...losed while the engine is running and you put the vehicle in motion Deactivating activating the autolock feature Before following the procedure make sure that the ignition is OFF and all vehicle doors are closed You must complete steps 1 7 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to be repeated If the procedure needs to be repeated you must wait 30 seconds 1 Turn the ignition key to ON 2 Press...

Page 92: ...icle A decrease in operating range can be caused by weather conditions nearby radio towers structures around the vehicle other vehicles parked next to the vehicle To replace the battery 1 Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter near the key ring DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE TRANSMITTER APART 2 Place the positive side of new battery in the same orientation Refer to the diag...

Page 93: ...ht times in rapid succession 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 pressing any button on a transmitter The doors will lock unlock to confirm that the remote transmitter has been programmed If more than 20 seconds pass before pressing a remote ...

Page 94: ... lights will not turn off if they have been turned on with the dimmer control or any door is open The battery save feature will turn off the interior lights 45 minutes after the last door is closed even if the dimmer control is on Keyless entry system if equipped With the keyless entry keypad you can lock or unlock the vehicle doors without using the key Your vehicle has a factory set 5 digit code...

Page 95: ...ered the module will erase it in favor of the new code If you wish to erase your personal code use the following instructions 1 Enter factory set code 2 Press 1 2 control within five seconds of step one 3 Press 7 8 control and 9 0 control at the same time within five seconds of step 2 The system will now only respond to the factory set code Unlocking the doors with the keyless entry system To unlo...

Page 96: ...the activation or deactivation procedures make sure that the anti theft system if equipped is not armed ignition is off and all vehicle doors and liftgate window are closed 1 Enter 5 digit entry code 2 Press and hold 7 8 control 3 Press and release 3 4 control while holding 7 8 control 4 Release 7 8 control The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice one short and one long chirp ...

Page 97: ...e 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 effectiveness of the seat s safety belt in the event of a collision Lift handle to move seat forward or backward Pull lever up to adjust seatback Seating and safety restraints 97 ...

Page 98: ...he seatback to quickly fold the seatback forward 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 Pull the seatback handle up to move the seat back forward or backward Push down the release lever if equipped located on the back of the seat to quickly fold the seatback forward Seating and safety restraints 98 ...

Page 99: ... fold the seatback forward Adjusting the front power seat if equipped Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectiveness of the seat s ...

Page 100: ...trol 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 Turn the lumbar support control toward the rear of vehicle to move the lumbar support back for less direct support Seating and safety restraints 100 ...

Page 101: ...until it locks into vertical storage position Returning the seat to seating position Always be sure that the seat is in a latched position whether the seat is occupied or empty If not latched the seat may cause injury during a sudden stop 1 Pull control on the side of the seat to release seat cushion from storage position 2 Push seat cushion down until it locks into horizontal position Seating and...

Page 102: ...oss the hips To reduce the risk of injury make sure children sit where they can be properly restrained Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while the vehicle is moving The passenger cannot protect the child from injury in a collision All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided Seating and safe...

Page 103: ...ic safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckle and one tongue that are designed to be used as a pair 1 Use the shoulder belt on the outside shoulder only Never wear the shoulder belt under the arm 2 Never swing the safety belt around your neck over the inside shoulder 3 Never use a single belt for more than one person Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and al...

Page 104: ... lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers The front seat belt system can also be made to lock manually by quickly pulling on the shoulder belt Rear seat belts if equipped cannot be made to lock up by pulling quickly on the belt Automatic locking mode In this mode the shoulder belt is automatically pre locked The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder b...

Page 105: ...king sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode How to disengage the automatic locking mode Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified technician after any collision Safety belt assemblies not in use during a collision should also be inspected and replaced if either damage or improper operation is noted S...

Page 106: ...ng to the procedures in Workshop Manual Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions Front safety belt height adjustment Your vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the driver and front passenger Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder To lower the shoulder belt height push the button ...

Page 107: ...elt and pull across your lap until it reaches the buckle To tighten the belt pull the loose end of the belt through the tongue until it fits snugly across the hips Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt assembly is too short for you even when fully extended 20 cm 8 inches can be added to the safety belt assembly by adding a safety belt extensi...

Page 108: ...on switch is turned to the ON position The safety belt warning light illuminates1 2 minutes and the warning chime sounds 4 8 seconds The driver s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off The driver s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position The saf...

Page 109: ...will not activate The driver s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position The Belt Minder feature will not activate The purpose of the Belt Minder is to remind occasional wearers to wear safety belts all of the time The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts All statistics based on U S data Reasons given Consider 9Crashes are rare ev...

Page 110: ...ur in single vehicle crashes many when no other vehicles are around 9Belts wrinkle my clothes9 Possibly but a serious crash can do much more than wrinkle your clothes particularly if you are unbelted 9The people I m with don t wear belts9 Set the example teen deaths occur 4 times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people Children and younger brothers sisters imitate behavior they see 9I have ...

Page 111: ...gearshift is in P Park automatic transmission or the neutral position manual transmission the ignition switch is in the OFF position all vehicle doors are closed the driver s safety belt is unbuckled the parklamps headlamps are in OFF position If vehicle is equipped with Autolamps this will not affect the procedure To reduce the risk of injury do not deactivate activate the Belt Minder feature whi...

Page 112: ... sure they work properly and are not damaged Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks wears or cuts replacing if necessary All safety belt assemblies including retractors buckles front seat belt buckle assemblies buckle support assemblies slide bar if equipped shoulder belt height adjusters if equipped shoulder belt guide on seatback if equipped child safety seat tether bracket ass...

Page 113: ... the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying air bag is greatest close to the trim covering the air bag module All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided FOR SCAN EJ REW FF SIDE 1 2 COMP SHUFFLE TAPE CD...

Page 114: ...or over the air bag module Placing objects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causing serious injury Do not attempt to service repair or modify the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Children and air bags For additional important safety information read all inf...

Page 115: ... powder to lubricate the bag or sodium compounds e g baking soda that result from the combustion process that inflates the air bag Small amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes but none of the residue is toxic While the system is designed to help reduce serious injuries it may also cause minor abrasions swelling or temporary hearing loss Because air bags mus...

Page 116: ...ng the passenger air bag deactivation switch the impact sensors the system wiring the air bag system readiness light the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses readiness lights in the instrument cluster and the passenger air bag deactivate switch or a tone to indicate the condition of the system Refer to the Air bag readiness section in...

Page 117: ...hicles see your local dealership or qualified technician Air bags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel Passenger air bag ON OFF switch if equipped An air bag ON OFF switch has been installed in this vehicle Before driving always look at the face of the switch to be sure the switch is in the proper position in accordance with these instructions and warnings Failure to put the switch in a prop...

Page 118: ... on This indicates that the passenger air bag is deactivated If the light fails to illuminate when the passenger air bag switch is in the OFF position and the ignition switch is in ON have the passenger air bag switch serviced at your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer immediately In order to avoid inadvertent activation of the switch always remove the ignition key from the passenger air bag ON OFF sw...

Page 119: ...ed unless the passenger is a person who meets the requirements stated either in Category 1 2 or 3 of the NHTSA Transport Canada deactivation criteria which follows The safety belts for the driver and right front passenger seating positions have been specifically designed to function together with the air bags in certain types of crashes When you turn OFF your air bag you not only lose the protecti...

Page 120: ... are properly restrained in the vehicle especially in the front seat This provides the protection of safety belts and permits the air bags to provide the additional protection they were designed to provide If you choose to deactivate your air bag you are losing the very significant risk reducing benefits of the air bag and you are also reducing the effectiveness of the safety belts because safety ...

Page 121: ...ger even if belted to hit the dashboard or windshield in a crash Transport Canada deactivation criteria Canada Only 1 Infant An infant less than 1 year old must ride in the front seat because my vehicle has no rear seat the rear seat in my vehicle cannot accommodate a rear facing infant seat or the infant has a medical condition which according to the infant s physician makes it necessary for the ...

Page 122: ...r less you must put them in safety seats made especially for children Check your local and state or provincial laws for specific requirements regarding 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 Always follow the instructions and warnings that come with any...

Page 123: ...er seating cushion that encourages safer seating posture and better fit of lap and shoulder belts on the child A belt positioning booster should be used if the shoulder belt rests in front of the child s face or neck or if the lap belt does not fit snugly on both thighs or if the thighs are too short to let the child sit all the way back on the seat cushion when the lower legs hang over the edge o...

Page 124: ...tton to prevent accidental unbuckling Place seat back in upright position Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to Automatic locking mode passenger side front and outboard rear seating positions if equipped Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capable of providing a tether anchorage F...

Page 125: ...e air bag If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move the seat all the way back 1 Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible 2 Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together Seating and safety restraints 125 ...

Page 126: ...ection the tongue is coming from for that seating position until you hear a snap and feel the latch engage Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it 5 To put the retractor in the automatic locking mode grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard 6 Allow the belt to retract The belt will click as it retracts to ind...

Page 127: ...e belt and repeat steps two through nine Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use Installing child safety seats in the lap belt seating positions 1 Lengthen the lap belt To lengthen the belt hold the tongue so that its bottom is perpendicular to the direction of webbing while sliding the tongue up the webbing 2 Place the child safety seat in the center seating position...

Page 128: ...nt passenger seat cushion frame The anchor bracket must be installed using the instructions provided with the kit Tether anchorage hardware kits part number 613D74 including instructions may be obtained at no charge from any Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer If you have a SuperCab attach the bracket to the inside of the back panel of your vehicle Carefully follow the instructions provided with the ki...

Page 129: ...n anchor bracket on the rear edge of the seat cushion The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions shown from top view Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor F150 Regular Cab F150 SuperCab F150 SuperCrew Seating and safety restraints 129 ...

Page 130: ... the selected seating position You may need to pull the seatback forward to access the tether anchors Make sure the seat is locked in the upright position before installing the child seat Refer to the Folding Down The Rear Seats section in this chapter for information on how to operate the rear seats 4 Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown Seating and safety restraints 130 ...

Page 131: ...erCab only Rear seats SuperCab only Rear seats SuperCrew and King Ranch only If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision Seating and safety restraints 131 ...

Page 132: ... positions section 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 properly the risk of a child being injured in a collision greatly increases Seating and safety restraints 132 ...

Page 133: ...compartment 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 engine See Guarding against exhaust fumes in this chapter for more instructions If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you s...

Page 134: ...tarting a vehicle with an automatic transmission Make sure the parking brake is set Make sure the gearshift is in P Park If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission Make sure the parking brake is set Push the clutch pedal to the floor BRAKE HOOD Starting 134 ...

Page 135: ...Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate briefly If a light fails to illuminate have the vehicle serviced If the driver s safety belt is fastened the light may not illuminate 1 2 3 4 5 0 E L L H H F C H D P RN D 2 DOOR AJAR SELECT RESET 4X4 LOW RANGE THEFT FUEL DOOR 20 40 60 80 00 20 40 60 BRAKE MPH km h SERVICE ENGINE SOON LOW FUEL CRUISE D L H L H E F C H BRAKE P RN D 2 CRUISE DOOR AJAR SEL...

Page 136: ...ey 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 engine block heater warms the engine coolant which improves starting warms up the engine faster and allows the heater defroster system to respond quickly Use of an engine block heater is strongly recommen...

Page 137: ...Engine 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 addition certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm I...

Page 138: ...his vehicle RABS is designed to help you maintain directional stability in emergency stopping situations With RABS the rear brakes are kept from locking during panic stops however the front wheels can lock because they are not controlled by RABS A clicking noise and slight pedal pulsation during RABS braking events indicates the RABS is functioning Pedal pulsation coupled with clicking noise while...

Page 139: ...or 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 bumps wet or snowy roads is normal and indicates proper functioning of the vehicle s anti lock brake system The ABS performs a self check after you start the engine and begin to drive away A brief mechanical noise may be heard during thi...

Page 140: ...ced immediately Using ABS In an emergency or when maximum efficiency from the four wheel ABS is required apply continuous force on the brake The four wheel ABS will be activated immediately thus allowing you to retain full steering control of your vehicle and providing there is sufficient space will enable you to avoid obstacles and bring the vehicle to a controlled stop The Anti Lock system does ...

Page 141: ...ys set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park automatic transmission or in 1 First manual transmission The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle However if the normal brakes fail the parking brake can be used to stop your vehicle in an emergency Since the parking brake applies only the rear brakes the vehicle s stopping distance w...

Page 142: ...fectiveness 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 STEERING Your vehicle is equipped with power steering Power steering uses energy from the engine to help steer the vehicle To prevent damage to the power steering pump Never hold the steering wheel to the extreme right...

Page 143: ...er center of gravity such as utility and four wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a lower center of gravity Utility and four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these...

Page 144: ...If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift lever it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle s brakelamps are not operating properly Refer to Fuses and relays in the Roadside emergencies chapter Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps are working If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting from forward and rever...

Page 145: ... vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone P Park Always come to a complete stop before shifting into P Park Make sure the gearshift lever is securely latched in P Park This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift lever is latched in P Park Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle R...

Page 146: ...hree Drive provides more engine braking than Overdrive and is useful when driving with a heavy load towing a trailer up or down steep hills additional engine downhill braking is desired If towing a trailer refer to Driving while you tow in the Trailer 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 t...

Page 147: ...tic transmission electronically controls the shift quality by using an adaptive learning strategy The adaptive learning strategy is maintained by power from the battery When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the transmission must relearn its adaptive strategy Optimal shifting will resume within a few hundred kilometers miles of operation If the shift quality does not improv...

Page 148: ... for a few seconds 5 Depress the brake pedal 6 Release the parking brake 7 Move the gearshift lever to the desired gear 8 Release the brake pedal 9 Slowly release the clutch pedal while slowly pressing down on the accelerator pedal Do not drive with your foot resting on the clutch pedal and do not use the clutch to hold your vehicle at a standstill while waiting on a hill These actions will greatl...

Page 149: ... 29 km h 18 mph Upshifts when cruising recommended for best fuel economy Shift from Transfer case position if equipped 2H or 4H 4L 1 2 18 km h 11 mph 8 km h 5 mph 2 3 34 km h 21 mph 18 km h 11 mph 3 4 50 km h 31 mph 23 km h 14 mph 4 D Overdrive 69 km h 43 mph 27 km h 17 mph 4 6L V8 engine 4x2 and 4x4 with 3 08 1 rear axle ratio Upshifts when accelerating recommended for best fuel economy Shift fro...

Page 150: ... mph 11 km h 7 mph 3 4 50 km h 31 mph 19 km h 12 mph 4 D Overdrive 71 km h 44 mph 27 km h 17 mph Upshifts when cruising recommended for best fuel economy Shift from Transfer case position if equipped 2H or 4H 4L 1 2 16 km h 10 mph 6 km h 4 mph 2 3 26 km h 16 mph 10 km h 6 mph 3 4 43 km h 27 mph 16 km h 10 mph 4 D Overdrive 68 km h 42 mph 26 km h 16 mph All applications Maximum downshift speeds1 Sh...

Page 151: ...Parking your vehicle 1 Disengage the clutch apply brake and shift into Neutral 2 Set parking brake 3 Shift into 1 First 4 Turn the ignition key to position 3 OFF 1 2 4 R 3 D 3 2 1 5 4 Driving 151 ...

Page 152: ...ure to do so may damage the transmission Put the gearshift in N Neutral and wait at least three seconds before shifting into R Reverse You can shift into R Reverse only by moving the gearshift lever from left of 3 Third and 4 Fourth gears before you shift into R Reverse This is a special lockout feature that protects you from accidentally shifting into R Reverse when you downshift from D Overdrive...

Page 153: ...ected when additional driving power is desired If equipped with the Electronic Shift 4WD System and the instrument panel control is moved to 4WD Low while the vehicle is moving the system will not engage and no damage will occur to the 4WD system Before 4WD Low can be engaged the vehicle must be brought to a complete stop with the brake pedal depressed and the transmission placed in neutral or the...

Page 154: ...uminates when 4L 4WD Low is engaged Using lever operated 4WD system if equipped 2H 2WD High Power to rear axle only 4H 4WD High Power to front and rear axles N Neutral No power to either axle 4L 4WD Low Power to front and rear axles at reduced speed Shifting from 2H 2WD high to 4H 4WD high Move the transfer case lever to 4H 4WD High at a stop or any forward speed up to 88 km h 55 mph At temperatur...

Page 155: ...w until the transfer case has fully engaged up to 15 seconds 5 If the transfer case does not engage into 4L 4WD Low repeat steps 1 through 4 Shifting from 4L 4WD low to 4H 4WD high or 2H 2WD high 1 Bring the vehicle to a complete stop 2 Depress the brake 3 Place the gearshift lever in N Neutral automatic transmission or depress the clutch manual transmission 4 Move the transfer case shift lever th...

Page 156: ...y and turn off the ignition when leaving the vehicle Using the electronic shift 4WD system if equipped Positions of the electronic shift system 2H 2WD High Power to rear axle only 4H 4WD High Power delivered to front and rear axles for increased traction 4L 4WD Low Power to front and rear axles at low speeds Shifting from 2H 2WD high to 4H 4WD high Move the 4WD control to the 4H at a stop or up to...

Page 157: ...with 4WD Your vehicle is specially equipped for driving on sand snow mud and rough terrain and has operating characteristics that are somewhat different from conventional vehicles both on and off the road Maintain steering wheel control at all times especially in rough terrain Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering wheel motion make sure you grip the steering wheel from the ...

Page 158: ...four wheels on the most solid area of the trail Do not reduce the tire pressures but shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels Mud and water If you must drive through high water drive slowly Traction or brake capability may be limited When driving through water determine the depth avoid water higher than the bottom of th...

Page 159: ... braking Shift to a lower gear when added engine braking is desired When speed control is on and you are driving uphill your vehicle speed may drop considerably especially if you are carrying a heavy load If vehicle speed drops more than 16 km h 10 mph the speed control will cancel automatically Resume speed with accelerator pedal If speed control cancels after climbing the hill reset speed by pre...

Page 160: ... vehicle and is listed on the Safety Certification Label on the driver s door pillar GCW Gross Combined Weight The combined weight of the towing vehicle including passengers and cargo and the trailer GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Maximum combined weight of towing vehicle including passengers and cargo and the trailer The GCWR indicates the maximum loaded weight that the vehicle is designed to ...

Page 161: ... or amount of cargo carried Always ensure that the weight of passengers cargo and equipment being carried is within the weight limitations that have been established for your vehicle including both gross vehicle weight and Front and rear gross axle weight rating limits Under no circumstance should these limitations be exceeded Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result in serious ...

Page 162: ...oceed very slowly Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the hubs for trucks or the bottom of the wheel rims for cars Once through the water always try the brakes Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes Drying can be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal Driving through deep water where the transmission ...

Page 163: ...30 10 000 907 2 000 4 6L 3 31 4 763 10 500 2 812 6 200 4 6L 3 55 5 209 11 500 3 261 7 200 5 4L 3 31 5 443 12 000 3 402 7 500 5 4L 3 55 5 897 13 000 3 856 8 500 5 4L 3 73 6 124 13 500 3 992 8 800 SuperCab 4x2 w automatic transmission 4 2L 3 55 4 530 10 000 2 495 5 500 4 6L 3 08 4 530 10 000 907 2 000 4 6L 3 31 4 763 10 500 2 676 5 900 4 6L 3 55 5 216 11 500 3 130 6 900 5 4L 3 31 5 443 12 000 3 311 ...

Page 164: ... Maximum GCWR kg lbs Maximum trailer weight kg lbs Regular Cab 4 2L 3 55 40 6 cm 16 4 536 10 000 2 449 5 400 4 6L 3 31 40 6 40 6 4 763 10 500 2 630 5 800 4 6L 3 55 40 6 16 5 216 11 500 3 084 6 800 4 6L 3 55 43 2 17 4 990 11 000 2 858 6 300 5 4L 3 31 40 6 16 5 443 12 000 3 266 7 200 5 4L 3 55 40 6 16 5 897 13 000 3 720 8 200 5 4L 3 55 43 2 17 5 670 12 500 3 493 7 700 5 4L 3 73 40 6 16 6 124 13 500 ...

Page 165: ... 4 763 10 500 2 812 6 200 4 6L 3 55 16 in 5 209 11 500 3 261 7 200 5 4L 3 31 16 in 5 443 12 000 3 402 7 500 5 4L 3 55 16 in 5 897 13 000 3 856 8 500 5 4L 3 73 16 in 6 124 13 500 3 992 8 800 SuperCab 4 2L 3 55 16 in 4 530 10 000 2 495 5 500 4 6L 3 08 16 in 4 530 10 000 907 2 000 4 6L 3 31 16 in 4 763 10 500 2 676 5 900 4 6L 3 55 16 in 5 216 11 500 3 130 6 900 5 4L 3 31 16 in 5 443 12 000 3 311 7 30...

Page 166: ...7 800 1 497 3 300 4 6L 3 08 16 in 2 944 6 500 907 2 000 4 6L 3 31 16 in 2 948 6 500 862 1 900 4 6L 3 55 16 in 3 538 7 800 1452 3 200 4x4 automatic transmission Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR kg lbs Maximum trailer weight kg lbs Regular Cab 4 2L 3 55 16 in 4 536 10 000 2 449 5 400 4 6L 3 31 16 in 4 763 10 500 2 630 5 800 4 6L 3 55 16 in 5 216 11 500 3 084 6 800 4 6L 3 55 17 in 4 990 11 000 2 8...

Page 167: ... lbs Regular Cab 4 2L 3 31 16 in 2 948 6 500 862 1 900 4 2L 3 55 16 in 3 538 7 800 1 452 3 200 4 6L 3 31 16 in 2 944 6 500 816 1 800 4 6L 3 55 16 in 3 538 7 800 1 406 3 100 SuperCab 4 6L 3 31 16 in 2 948 6 500 726 1 600 4 6L 3 55 16 in 3 533 7 800 1 315 2 900 Trailer frontal area considerations Not to exceed towing vehicle front area without Class III trailer towing package Not to exceed 5 52 squa...

Page 168: ...mm 0 5 in of the reference point After proper adjustment the rear bumper should be no higher than in Step 3 Adjusting an equalizing hitch so the rear bumper of the vehicle is lower or higher than it was unloaded will defeat the function of the load equalizing hitch and may cause unpredictable handling Safety chains Always connect the trailer s safety chains to the frame or hook retainers of the ve...

Page 169: ...railer weight and 227 kg 500 lb tongue weight capacity If it is necessary to relocate the trailer hitch ball position a frame mounted trailer hitch must be installed Driving while you tow When towing a trailer Ensure that you turn off your speed control The speed control may shut off automatically when you are towing on long steep grades Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towin...

Page 170: ...retrieving a boat When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval Do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of the rear bumper and Do not allow waves to break higher than 15 cm 6 inches above the bottom edge of the rear bumper Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter critical vehicle components adversely affecting driveability emissions reliability and ca...

Page 171: ...n of the driveshaft can cause transmission fluid loss damage to the driveshaft and internal transmission components 4WD vehicles electronic shift transfer case with automatic transmissions 4x4 vehicles with electronic shift on the fly cannot be towed with any wheels on the ground SNOWPLOWING Ford recommends the following specifications for low speed personal use snow removal F 150 except F 150 Sup...

Page 172: ...aftermarket equipment must not exceed the Total Accessory Reserve Capacity The weight of the installed snowplow and aftermarket equipment must not load the vehicle beyond the GAWR front rear and GVWR listed on the Safety Compliance Certification Label The total weight of the snowplow and aftermarket equipment must be considered part of the payload and must not exceed the Gross Combined Weight Rati...

Page 173: ...h 8 to 14 mph or a parked car at a range of 25 to 45 km h 16 to 28 mph Careless or high speed driving while plowing snow which results in vehicle decelerations equivalent to or greater than the air bag deployment impact speeds listed above can deploy the air bag Such driving also increases the risk of accidents All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their saf...

Page 174: ...n small areas at speeds below 8 km h 5 mph Shift transfer case to 4H 4WD High when plowing larger areas or light snow at higher speeds Do not exceed 24 km h 15 mph Do not shift the transmission from a forward gear to R Reverse until the engine is at idle and the wheels are stopped If the vehicle is stuck shift the transmission in a steady motion between forward and reverse gears Do not rock the ve...

Page 175: ...accidents 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 place it in your wallet for quick reference In the United States this card is found in the Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment in Ford vehicles and is mailed to you if you own a Mercury o...

Page 176: ...ncy 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 Depress hazard lights control to activate all hazard flashers simultaneously Depress control again to turn the flashers off RESETTING THE FUEL PUMP SHUT OFF SWITCH FUEL RESET The fuel pump shut off switch is ...

Page 177: ...uel 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 fuel system FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working a fuse may have blown Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse Check the appropriate fuse...

Page 178: ...d color COLOR Fuse Rating Mini Fuses Standard Fuses Maxi Fuses Cartridge Maxi Fuses 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 Pink 40A Orange Green Green 50A Red Red Red 60A Blue Yellow 70A Tan Brown 80A Natural Black Roadside emergencies 178 ...

Page 179: ...g wheel by the brake pedal Remove the panel cover to access the fuses To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover FUSE1 12 22 2 13 23 6 17 27 7 18 28 8 19 29 9 30 20 31 21 11 10 RELAY 5 RELAY 4 RELAY 3 RELAY 2 RELAY 1 3 14 24 4 15 25 5 16 26 Roadside emergencies 179 ...

Page 180: ...terlock Solenoid GEM Module 7 Not Used 8 5A Radio Remote Entry Module GEM Module 9 Not Used 10 Not Used 11 30A Front Washer Pump Relay Wiper Run Park Relay Wiper Hi LO Relay Windshield Wiper Motor 12 Not Used 13 20A Stop Lamp Switch Lamps Turn Hazard Flasher Speed Control Module 14 15A Battery Saver Relay Interior Lamp Relay Accessory Delay Relay Power Windows 15 5A Stop Lamp Switch Speed Control ...

Page 181: ... Relay Turn Hazard Flasher 4x4 Solenoids 4x4 Relays Overhead Console 4 Wheel Anti Lock Brake System 4WABS Module 24 Not Used 25 Not Used 26 10A Right Side Low Beam Headlamp 27 5A Foglamp Relay and Foglamp Indicator 28 10A Left Side Low Beam Headlamp 29 5A Autolamp Module Transmission Overdrive Control Switch 30 30A Passive Anti Theft Transceiver Cluster Ignition Coils Powertrain Control Module Rel...

Page 182: ... FUSE 115 MAXI FUSE 116 MAXI FUSE 117 MAXI FUSE 118 MAXI FUSE 111 MAXI FUSE 112 MAXI FUSE 113 MAXI FUSE 114 MAXI FUSE 107 MAXI FUSE 108 MAXI FUSE 109 MAXI FUSE 110 MAXI FUSE 103 MAXI FUSE 104 MAXI FUSE 105 MAXI FUSE 106 MAXI FUSE 101 MAXI FUSE 102 CB601 CB602 FUSE 17 FUSE 18 FUSE 21 FUSE 22 FUSE 19 FUSE 20 FUSE 23 FULL RELAY 302 R 401 D 501 FUSE 24 FUSE 15 FUSE 16 FUSE 13 FUSE 14 FUSE 11 FUSE 12 F...

Page 183: ...Power Door Locks 9 15A Daytime Running Lamps DRL Fog Lamps 10 20A Fuel Pump 11 20A Alternator Field 12 20A Rear Auxiliary Power Point 13 15A A C Clutch 14 Not Used 15 Not Used 16 Not Used 17 Not Used 18 15A Powertrain Control Module Fuel Injectors Fuel Pump Relay Idle Air Control Mass Air Flow Sensor 19 10A Trailer Tow Stop and Right Turn Lamp 20 10A Trailer Tow Stop and Left Turn Lamp 21 Not Used...

Page 184: ...w Electric Brake 109 Not Used 110 30A Power Windows 111 40A Ignition Switch Battery Feed Start and Run Circuits 112 30A Drivers Power Seat Adjustable Pedals 113 40A Ignition Switch Battery Feed Run and Accessory Circuits 114 Not Used 115 20A Power Door Locks SuperCrew only 116 Not Used 117 Not Used 118 Not Used 201 Trailer Tow Park Lamp Relay 202 Front Wiper Run Park Relay 203 Trailer Tow Backup L...

Page 185: ...t tire while 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 vehicle is equipped with a spare tire that may be used as a spare or a regular tire The spare tire wheel may not match the road wheel and is not equipped with wheel trim The wheel trim from the w...

Page 186: ...n top of the radiator support at the front of the engine compartment Removing the spare tire 1 If equipped with a two piece lug wrench assemble the lug wrench as shown in the illustration To assemble screw the parts together To disassemble unscrew 2 Insert the jack handle into the rear bumper opening The handle will stop moving and forward resistance to turning will be felt when properly engaged 3...

Page 187: ...en 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 wheel that is diagonally opposite other side and end of the vehicle to the tire being changed If the vehicle slips off the jack you or someone else could be seriously injured Refer to the instruction sheet located with the jack for detailed tire chan...

Page 188: ...s and turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground 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 or in the reverse gear manual transmission To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change the tire be sure that the parking brake is set and ...

Page 189: ... Front 4x2 Front 4x4 Rear Roadside emergencies 189 ...

Page 190: ...s until the wheel has been lowered 10 Lower the wheel by turning the jack handle counterclockwise 11 Remove the jack and fully tighten the lug nuts in the order shown 12 Stow the flat tire Refer to Stowing the spare tire 13 Stow the jack and lug wrench Make sure the jack is fastened so it does not rattle when you drive 14 Unblock the wheels JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery c...

Page 191: ...y of the disabled vehicle as this could damage the vehicle s electrical system 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 other moving parts 4 Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before you attach the battery cables Ensur...

Page 192: ... the negative terminal of the assisting battery 4 Make the final connection of the negative cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle s engine away from the battery and the carburetor fuel injection system Do not use fuel lines engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points Roadside emergencies 192 ...

Page 193: ...f 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 an additional three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables Removing the jumper cables Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected 1 Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface...

Page 194: ... connection of the booster vehicle s battery 3 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the booster vehicle s battery 4 Remove the jumper cable from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery Roadside emergencies 194 ...

Page 195: ...function or durability of the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation to its optimum shift feel WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed contact a professional towing service or if you are a member your roadside assistance center It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment Do not tow with a s...

Page 196: ...ound If you are towing a NASCAR Special Edition F 150 or a Harley Davidson F 150 using flatbed equipment you must place two 4X4 boards at the end of the ramp to allow for bumper clearance If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur Ford Motor Company provides a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual ...

Page 197: ...hicle Do not work on a hot engine 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 enough ventilation Keep all lit cigarettes open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts If you disconnect the battery the engine must rel...

Page 198: ...s running Manual transmission 1 Set the parking brake depress the clutch and place the gearshift in neutral 2 Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running OPENING THE HOOD 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located under the bottom of the instrument panel 2 Go t...

Page 199: ...ck 4 Clutch fluid reservoir manual transmission 5 Brake fluid reservoir 6 Power distribution box 7 Engine coolant reservoir 8 Air filter assembly 9 Power steering fluid reservoir 10 Transmission fluid dipstick automatic transmission 11 Windshield washer fluid reservoir 1 2 4 3 5 6 11 9 10 8 7 Maintenance and care 199 ...

Page 200: ...dshield washer fluid reservoir 9 Battery 10 Transmission fluid dipstick automatic transmission 11 Engine oil filler cap ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan 8 7 9 10 11 1 3 2 4 ...

Page 201: ...on 4 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 5 Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator dipstick 6 Wipe the indicator clean Insert the indicator fully then remove it again If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL MIN MAX MAX MIN Maintenance and care 201 ...

Page 202: ...al range add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening 3 Recheck the engine oil level Make sure the oil level is not above the MAX mark on the engine oil level indicator dipstick 4 Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated 5 Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler ...

Page 203: ...ine treatments They are unnecessary and could under certain conditions lead to engine damage which is not covered by your warranty Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance guide Ford production and aftermarket Motorcraft oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life If a replacement oil filter is used that does...

Page 204: ...ifications Refer to Lubricant specifications in the Capacities and specifications chapter Brake fluid is toxic If brake fluid contacts the eyes flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes Seek medical attention if irritation persists If taken internally drink water and induce vomiting Seek medical attention immediately If you use a brake fluid that is not DOT 3 Do not let the fluid level in the r...

Page 205: ...xic If brake fluid contacts the eyes flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes Seek medical if irritation persists If taken internally drink water and induce vomiting Seek medical attention immediately 1 Clean the reservoir cap before removal to prevent dirt and water from entering the reservoir 2 Remove cap and rubber diaphragm from reservoir 3 Add fluid until the level reaches the step in the...

Page 206: ...thanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades or washer system Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant Your engine s cooling system has been factory filled with ...

Page 207: ...ted on the engine coolant reservoir depending upon application Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for service interval schedules Be sure to read 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 the reservoir is low or empty add engine coolant to...

Page 208: ...vehicle s engine cooling system If you are unsure which type of coolant your vehicle requires contact your local dealer To avoid scalding hot steam or coolant from being released from the engine cooling system never remove the pressure relief cap from the engine coolant reservoir while the engine is running or hot Failure to follow this warning may result in damage to the engine s cooling system a...

Page 209: ... never remove the pressure relief cap from the engine coolant reservoir while the engine is running or hot Failure to follow this warning may result in damage to the engine s cooling system and possible severe personal injury If you must remove the pressure relief cap from the engine coolant reservoir follow these steps to avoid personal injury 1 Before you remove the cap turn the engine off and l...

Page 210: ...tics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure the coolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequate 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 decrease the coolant concentration ...

Page 211: ... red hot area the symbol will illuminate the symbol will illuminate the Service Engine Soon indicator light will illuminate If the engine reaches a preset over temperature condition the engine will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation Each disabled cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine When this occurs the vehicle will still operate However the engine power will be li...

Page 212: ...the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot 5 Re start the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check the power steering fluid Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for t...

Page 213: ...or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed To obtain 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 traffic during hot weather or pulling a trailer the vehicle should be turned off for ...

Page 214: ...luid level is at the bottom of the dipstick and the ambient temperature is above 10 C 50 F Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperature 66 C 77 C 150 F 170 F on a level surface The normal operating temperature can be reached after approximately 30 km 20 miles of driving You can check the fluid without driving if the ambient temperature is above 10 C ...

Page 215: ...of fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the Lubricant specifications section in the Capacities and specifications chapter Use of a non approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transmission component 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 remov...

Page 216: ...uid level 3 Fluid level should be at bottom of the opening 4 Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening 5 Install and tighten the fill plug securely Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications Refer to the Capacities and specifications chapter Maintenance and care 216 ...

Page 217: ...Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level 3 Add only enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications Refer to the Capacities and specifications chapter Maintenance and care 217 ...

Page 218: ...ap water to the battery as long as you do not use hard water water with a high mineral or alkali content If possible however try to only fill the battery cells with distilled water If the battery needs water often have the charging system checked If your battery has a cover shield make sure it is reinstalled after the battery has been cleaned or replaced For longer trouble free operation keep the ...

Page 219: ...h water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention If acid is swallowed call a physician immediately Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds Wash hands after handling Because your vehicle s engine is also electronically controlled by a computer some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery When the battery is disconnected...

Page 220: ...omotive batteries in a responsible manner Follow your local authorized standards for disposal Call your local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the air filter element When changing the air filter element use only the Motorcraft air filter elemen...

Page 221: ...lter damage and allow unmetered air to enter the engine if not properly seated 5 Replace the two halves of the air filter housing and secure the clamp WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES Check the wiper blades at least twice a year or when they seem 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 b...

Page 222: ... 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 Department of Transportation has set Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passenger cars They do not apply to deep tread winter type snow tires space saver or temporary use spar...

Page 223: ...is 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 and C representing the tire s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel Sustained high...

Page 224: ...can 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 last longer rotate them as indicated in the scheduled maintenance guide If you notice that the tires wear unevenly have them checked The following procedure applies to vehicles equipped with single rear...

Page 225: ...d 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 precautions your vehicle may not drive properly and safely Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size type load carrying capacity and tread design e g All Terrain etc as originally offered b...

Page 226: ...in rain and snow However in some climates you may need to use snow tires and chains If you 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 only SAE Class S chains Install chains securely verifying that the chains do not touch any wiring brake lines or f...

Page 227: ...or 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 which is a cancer causing agent Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before fueling your vehicle Always turn off the vehi...

Page 228: ... 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 with soap and water Consult a physician immediately if you experience an adverse reaction When refueling always shut the engine off and never allow sparks or open flames near the filler neck Never smok...

Page 229: ... knocks lightly However if it knocks heavily under most driving conditions while you are using fuel with the recommended octane rating see 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 different brand of Regular unleaded gasoline Premium unleaded gasol...

Page 230: ... 10 ethanol or 15 MTBE Running out of fuel Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse affect on powertrain components If you have run out of fuel You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times after refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to the engine Your Service Engine Soon indicator may come on For more information on the Ser...

Page 231: ...er fuel filler cap excessive pressure or vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause the fuel cap to disengage in a collision which may result in possible personal injury Fuel Filter For fuel filter replacement see your dealer or a qualified service technician Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter Replace the fuel filter...

Page 232: ...onsistent results when filling the fuel tank Turn the engine ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running Use the same filling rate setting low medium high each time the tank is filled Allow no more than 2 automatic click offs when filling Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating Use a known quality gasoline pref...

Page 233: ...to 10 savings in fuel Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy Idling for long periods of time greater than one minute may waste fuel Anticipate stopping slowing down may eliminate the need to stop Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy Slow down gradually Driving at reasonable speeds traveling at 88 km h 55 mph uses 15 less fuel than traveling at 105 km...

Page 234: ...nning boards ski luggage racks may reduce fuel economy To maximize the fuel economy drive with the tonneau cover installed if equipped Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first 12 16 km 8 10 miles of driving Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to driving on hilly terrain Transmissions give ...

Page 235: ...cording to the specified schedule The scheduled maintenance items listed in the scheduled maintenance guide are essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system If other than Ford Motorcraft or Ford authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control such non Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford ...

Page 236: ...mes section of the Instrumentation chapter Your vehicle may not pass the I M test with the Check Engine Service Engine Soon light on If the vehicle s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced the on board diagnostics system is reset to a not ready for I M test condition To ready the on board diagnostics system for I M testing a minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is nec...

Page 237: ...4 inch to release the headlamp assembly 5 Slide headlamp assembly forward and off of guide ribs to expose the back of the bulb and wiring connector 6 Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward 7 Remove bulb retainer ring by turning it counterclockwise then slide the ring off the plastic base 8 Without turning carefully pull bulb assembly out of headlamp assembly and repl...

Page 238: ...ctrical connector into the plastic base until it snaps 12 Straighten alignment pins making them parallel with the outer edges of the attachment standoff 13 Carefully insert the headlamp assembly into the vehicle making sure the alignment pins are inserted into the proper holes and into the guide ribs 14 Hold the headlamp assembly snugly against the vehicle and push down on the clips to lock the la...

Page 239: ...snap 8 Install screw on lamp assembly Replacing tail brake turn signal backup lamp bulbs The tail brake turn signal and backup lamp bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly one just below the other Follow the same steps to replace either bulb 1 If equipped remove tail lamp covers 2 Open the liftgate to expose the lamp assembly screws 3 Remove the two bolts from the tail lamp assembly 4 Carefull...

Page 240: ... vehicle to expose the bulb sockets 2 Remove the bulb socket by rotating counterclockwise and pulling it out of the lamp assembly 3 Pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb To install the lamp assembly 1 Install the bulb into the lamp assembly and rotate clockwise 2 Install the lamp assembly on the vehicle with two screws Replacing foglamp bulbs 1 Remove the bulb socket fr...

Page 241: ...must be marked with an authorized D O T for North America and an E for Europe to assure lamp performance light brightness and pattern and safe visibility The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time Function Number of bulbs Trade number Headlamps 2 9007 Front park turn lamps 2 3157 NAK amber Foglamps 2 9145 Backup la...

Page 242: ...ng winter months it is especially important to wash the vehicle on a regular basis Large quantities of dirt and road salt are difficult to remove and also cause damage to the vehicle Any gasoline spilled on the vehicle or deposits such as bird droppings should be washed and sponged off as soon as possible Deposits not removed promptly can cause damage to the vehicle s paintwork Remove any exterior...

Page 243: ...ructions on the products Remove particles such as bird droppings tree sap insect remains tar spots road salt and industrial fallout immediately Cleaning the wheels Wash with the same detergent as the body of your vehicle Do not use acid based or alcohol based wheel cleaners steel wool fuel or strong detergents Never use abrasives that will damage the finish of special wheel surfaces Use a tar remo...

Page 244: ...eaning 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 scratching the lamps do not use a dry paper towel chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners Cleaning the wiper blades windshield and rear window If the wiper blades do not wipe properly clean the wiper blade ru...

Page 245: ...from undesirable windshield reflection Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the air bag system Cleaning the instrument cluster lens Clean with a damp cloth then dry with a dry cloth Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the lens Cleaning the interior fabric Remove dust and loose dirt wi...

Page 246: ...er label Regular cleaning of your leather upholstery helps maintain its resiliency and color Do not use household cleaning products alcohol solutions solvents or cleaners intended for rubber vinyl or plastics Tonneau cover care To avoid damage to the vinyl tonneau cover do not use any silicone based cleaner or conditioner Do not use stiff bristle brushes or abrasive materials or cleaners Hot waxes...

Page 247: ...9 BXT 59 BXT 59 Battery heavy duty BXT 65 650 BXT 65 650 BXT 65 650 Spark plugs platinum AGSF 34EE AWSF 32P AWSF 22E Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information VECI decal for spark plug gap information If a spark plug is removed for inspection it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder If a spark plug needs to be replaced use only spark plugs with the service number suffix letter as shown on ...

Page 248: ... 6 quarts 4 6L V8 engine with 2 row radiator 21 9L 23 1 quarts 5 4L V8 engine with 1 row radiator 22 6L 23 9 quarts 5 4L V8 engine with 2 row radiator 24 1L 25 5 quarts Engine oil includes filter change Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil All 5 7L 6 0 quarts Fuel tank N A 4x4 Reg Cab with short wheelbase 92 7L 24 5 gallons 4x2 Regular Cab SuperCab and SuperCrew with short wheelbase 94 6L ...

Page 249: ...5W 90 Premium 4x4 Front Axle Lubricant 4x4 vehicles 2 0L 3 7 pints Rear axle 5 Motorcraft SAE 75W 140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant 8 8 9 75 inch axle 2 6L 5 5 pints 6 Rear axle 5 Motorcraft SAE 75W 140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant 10 25 inch axle 3 3L 6 9 pints 7 Windshield washer fluid Ultra Clear Windshield Washer Concentrate All 4 0L 4 25 quarts 1 Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant green in colo...

Page 250: ...transmission damage 4 Indicates only approximate dry fill capacity Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in tank cooler The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick s normal operating range 5 Your vehicle s rear axle is filled with a synthetic rear axle lubricant and is considered lubricated for life These lubric...

Page 251: ...luid and clutch fluid High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid C6AZ 19542 AB ESA M6C25 A and DOT 3 Engine coolant Ford Premium Engine Coolant green colored E2FZ 19549 AA in Canada Motorcraft CXC 10 ESE M97B44 A Engine oil Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil XO 5W20 QSP WSS M2C153 H and API Certification Mark Hinges latches striker plates fuel filler door hinge and seat tracks Mult...

Page 252: ... C8AZ 19B546 A or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST M2C118 A for complete refill of Traction Lok axles Add 236 ml 8 oz of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ 19B546 A or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST M2C118 A for complete refill of 10 25 and 10 5 inch Traction Lok axles 2 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the di...

Page 253: ...81 330 Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane 87 octane Firing order 1 4 2 5 3 6 1 3 7 2 6 5 4 8 1 3 7 2 6 5 4 8 Spark plug gap 1 3 1 4 mm 0 052 0 056 inch 1 3 1 4 mm 0 052 0 056 inch 1 3 1 4 mm 0 052 0 056 inch Ignition system EDIS Coil on plug Coil on plug Compression ratio 9 3 1 9 0 19 37 1 9 0 1 VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Styleside Dimension Body Style Regular Cab 4x2 Regular Cab 4x4 Super Cab 4x2 Super Ca...

Page 254: ... 907 mm 75 1 in LWB 4 Wheel base 3 045 mm 119 9 in SWB 3 518 mm 138 5 in LWB 3 053 mm 120 2 in SWB 3 526 mm 138 8 in LWB 3 518 mm 138 5 in SWB 3 990 mm 157 1 in LWB 3 526 mm 138 8 in SWB 3 998 mm 157 4 in LWB 5 Track front rear 1 661 mm 65 4 in 1 661 mm 65 4 in 1 661 mm 65 4 in 1 661 mm 65 4 in 1 661 mm 65 4 in 1 661 mm 65 4 in 1 661 mm 65 4 in 1 661 mm 65 4 in 1 Vehicle width including mirrors 2 ...

Page 255: ...9 3 in 1 2 028 mm 79 8 in 1 1 989 mm 78 3 in 1 2 019 mm 79 5 in 1 3 Overall height 1 846 mm 72 7 in 1 917 mm 75 5 in 1 846 mm 72 7 in 1 917 mm 75 5 in 4 Wheel base 3 046 mm 119 9 in 3 053 mm 120 2 in 3 518 mm 138 5 in 3 526 mm 138 8 in 5 Track front rear 1 661 mm 65 4 in 1 661 mm 65 4 in 1 661 mm 65 4 in 1 661 mm 65 4 in 1 Vehicle width including mirrors 2 279 mm 89 7 in Capacities and specificati...

Page 256: ...2 5 3 1 4 Capacities and specifications 256 ...

Page 257: ...NT TR TP PS R AXLE TR SPR T0000 X XX XXX X XX X XXXX UTC FOHT 15294A10 GA MAXIMUM LOAD OCCUPANTS LUGGAGE XXXKG XXXXLB OCCUPANTS X TOTAL X FR X 2ND X RR OCCUPANTS LUGGAGE XX XXXKG XXXXLB TIRE XXXX XXXXX XXX X XXXKG XXXXLB PRESSURE FR XXX kPa 33 PSI COLD PRESSURE RR XXX kPa 33 PSI COLD TRAILER TOWING SEE OWNER GUIDE DATE XXXXX GVWR XXXXX LB XXXXX KG VIN XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX TYPE XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX FGAWR X...

Page 258: ... driver side instrument panel Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number Engine number The engine number the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number is stamped on the engine block and transmission XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Capacities and specifications 258 ...

Page 259: ...ted 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 Extended Service Plan at the time of purchasing your vehicle you may still be eligible Please contact your dealer for further information Since this information is subject to change please ask your dealer for complete details abou...

Page 260: ...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 dealership could provide after following the steps described above contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealership to help you In the United States Ford Motor Company Cust...

Page 261: ...er to help you service your Ford or Lincoln Mercury vehicle please have the following information available when contacting a Customer Relationship 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 purchase The current odometer reading The vehicle identification number VIN If you ...

Page 262: ...e without notice and without incurring obligations per applicable state law What kinds of cases does the 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 any applicable written new vehicle warranty are eligible for review except those involving a non ...

Page 263: ...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 independen...

Page 264: ...h 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 the date that all requested information is received by the Board Since the Board generally meets once a month it may take longer for the Board to consider some cases After a case is reviewed the Boa...

Page 265: ...e 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 impartial arbitrators review the positions of the parties make decisions and when appropriate render awards to resolve disputes CAMVAP decisions are fast fair and final the arbitrator s award is bind...

Page 266: ...contact 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 outside of the U S or Canada register your vehicle identification number VIN and new address with Ford Motor Company Worldwide Direct Market Operations FORD CAR CARE PRODUCTS FOR YOUR VEHICLE Ford has man...

Page 267: ...d Ford Lincoln 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 appearance of your vehicle In addition each accessory is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford s rigid engineering and safety specifications Ford accessories are warranted f...

Page 268: ...n roof deflector Power sliding rear window Rapid heat system Tire step Travel equipment Bed mount bike carrier Bumper mount bike carrier Daytime running lights DRL Fog lights Heavy duty battery Hitch mount bike carrier Inside mirror with compass display Inside mirror with compass and temperature display Outside signal mirror available only with power mirrors Pickup box rails Retractable bed hooks ...

Page 269: ...ts Bedliners Cargo cover Diamond plate bed rail caps Diamond plate front box protector Diamond plate tool box Door edge guards Carpet floor mats Flat splash guards Front end covers full Hood deflectors Leather wrapped steering wheel Locking gas cap Molded splash guards Molded vinyl floor mats Side window air deflectors Spare tire lock Step bumpers Tailgate covers diamond plate Tonneau covers soft ...

Page 270: ... qualified service technician Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use or are not properly installed When operated such systems may cause the engine to stumble or stall or cause the transmission to be damaged or operate improperly In addition such systems may be damaged or their performance may be affecte...

Page 271: ... owner s guide French Owner s Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited Service Publications P O Box 1580 Station B Mississauga Ontario L4Y 4G3 Customer assistance 271 ...

Page 272: ...f 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 Company To contact NHTSA you may either call the Auto Safety Hotline toll free at 1 800 424 9393 202 366 0123 in the Washington D C area or write to NHTSA U S Department of Transportation 400 Sevent...

Page 273: ...cant specifications 251 253 refill capacities 248 traction lok 142 B Battery 218 acid treating emergencies 218 charging system warning light 13 jumping a disabled battery 190 maintenance free 218 replacement specifications 247 servicing 218 voltage gauge 18 Belt minder 108 Brakes 138 anti lock 138 140 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 13 140 brake warning light 12 fluid checking and adding ...

Page 274: ...51 253 Cruise control see Speed control 67 Customer Assistance 175 Ford accessories for your vehicle 266 Ford Extended Service Plan 259 Getting assistance outside the U S and Canada 265 Getting roadside assistance 175 Getting the service you need 259 Ordering additional owner s literature 270 The Dispute Settlement Board 262 Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration Program 265 D Daytime running lamps s...

Page 275: ...rated shift 154 preparing to drive your vehicle 143 Fuel 227 calculating fuel economy 231 cap 230 capacity 248 choosing the right fuel 229 comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates 234 detergent in fuel 230 filling your vehicle with fuel 227 230 232 filter specifications 231 247 fuel pump shut off switch 176 gauge 16 improving fuel economy 231 low fuel warning light 10 octane rating 229 253 qual...

Page 276: ...Inspection maintenance I M testing 236 Instrument panel cleaning 245 cluster 10 245 lighting up panel and interior 21 location of components 10 J Jack 185 positioning 185 storage 185 Jump starting your vehicle 190 K Keyless entry system autolock 91 locking and unlocking doors 95 programming entry code 95 Keys key in ignition chime 15 positions of the ignition 66 removing from the ignition 153 L La...

Page 277: ...mming rearview mirror 77 fold away 81 side view mirrors power 80 Motorcraft parts 231 247 O Octane rating 229 Odometer 17 Oil see Engine oil 200 Overdrive 72 P Panic alarm feature remote entry system 91 Parking brake 141 Parts see Motorcraft parts 247 Pedals see Power adjustable foot pedals 22 Power adjustable foot pedals 22 Power distribution box see Fuses 182 Power door locks 79 91 Power steerin...

Page 278: ...s 174 utility type vehicles 4 Specification chart lubricants 251 253 Speed control 67 Speedometer 17 Starting your vehicle 133 136 jump starting 190 Steering wheel tilting 71 T Tachometer 18 Tailgate 81 82 Tires 185 222 224 changing 185 187 checking the pressure 224 replacing 225 rotating 224 snow tires and chains 226 tire grades 223 treadwear 223 Tonneau cover 82 86 Towing 224 recreational towing...

Page 279: ...ating your vehicle 137 W Warning chimes 15 Warning lights see Lights 10 Washer fluid 206 Water Driving through 162 Windows power 78 Windshield washer fluid and wipers checking and adding fluid 206 checking and cleaning 221 operation 72 replacing wiper blades 222 Wrecker towing 195 Index 279 ...

Page 280: ...r DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant orange in color Refer to Adding engine coolant in the Maintenance and Care chapter 2 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used Transmission fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick handle Check the container to verify the fluid being added is of the correct type Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide to dete...

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