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Ford 2001 Explorer, Owner'S Manual

The Ford 2001 Explorer's comprehensive Owner's Manual is essential for anyone looking to get the most out of their vehicle. This manual is available for free download at manualshive.com, providing detailed instructions, maintenance tips, and troubleshooting assistance to ensure a seamless driving experience.

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BATTERY

Your vehicle is equipped with a
Motorcraft maintenance-free battery
which normally does not require
additional water during its life of
service.

However, for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check the
battery electrolyte level. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for
the service interval schedules.

Keep the electrolyte level in each cell up to the “level indicator”.
Do not overfill the battery cells.

If the electrolyte level in the battery is low, you can add plain tap 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 top of the battery clean and
dry. Also, make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to
the battery terminals.

If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals, remove the cables
from the terminals and clean with a wire brush. You can neutralize the
acid with a solution of baking soda and water.

Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause
personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted

substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery,
always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide proper
ventilation.

Maintenance and care

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Summary of Contents for 2001 Explorer

Page 1: ...24 Customer assistance 232 Reporting safety defects 244 Index 245 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: ...ds 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 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 ...

Page 3: ...may reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others your vehicle and its equipment BREAKING IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no particular guidelines for breaking in your vehicle During the first 1 600 km 1 000 miles of driving vary speeds frequently This is recommended to give the moving parts a chance to break in INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this guide ...

Page 4: ... Emissions Performance Warranties For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered refer to the Warranty Guide that is provided to you along with your Owner s Guide SPECIAL NOTICES Using your vehicle with a snowplow Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing Using your vehicle as an ambulance Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambul...

Page 5: ...your vehicle please read this Owner s Guide carefully Your vehicle is not a passenger car As with other vehicles 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 Introduction 5 ...

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: ...wiper washer control pg 62 Instrument cluster pg 10 Speed controls pg 57 Gearshift includes overdrive button pg 130 Hood release pg 175 Driver air bag pg 103 Turn signal control pg 56 Parking brake release pg 126 Tilt steering wheel lever pg 62 if equipped Instrumentation 8 ...

Page 9: ...4wd control pg 136 Audio system pg 28 Rear window washer control pg 27 Rear window defroster control pg 26 Foglamp control pg 20 Climate controls pg 22 Instrumentation 9 ...

Page 10: ...tarted one of the engine s emission control systems may be malfunctioning The light may illuminate without a driveability concern being noted The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require towing What you should do if the check engine light illuminates Light turns on solid This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction Temporary malfunctions may cause your Check Engine lig...

Page 11: ...eration and deceleration and have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity Under engine misfire conditions excessive exhaust temperatures could damage the catalytic converter the fuel system interior floor coverings or other vehicle components possibly causing a fire Check fuel cap Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to ensure your bulb is working...

Page 12: ...uminates if the parking brake is engaged If the brake warning lamp does not illuminate at these times seek service immediately Illumination after releasing the parking brake indicates low brake fluid level and the brake system should be inspected immediately Anti lock brake system ABS Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to indicate a system check If the light rem...

Page 13: ...ging system Illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off The light also illuminates when the battery is not charging properly requiring electrical system service Check gage Illuminates when the engine coolant temperature is high the engine oil pressure is low or the fuel gauge is at or near empty The ignition must be in the ON position for this lamp to illuminat...

Page 14: ...O D off if equipped Illuminates when the Transmission Control Switch TCS refer to Overdrive control in the Controls and Features chapter has been pushed turning the transmission overdrive function OFF When the 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 m...

Page 15: ...Sounds intermittently to remind you to fasten your safety belts For information on the safety belt minder 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 ...

Page 16: ... 2 3 4 5 6 RPMx1000 ABS CHECK ENGINE E F H H H P R N D 2 1 THEFT SPEED CONT 4WD HIGH 4WD LOW O D OFF MPH 20 60 40 80 km h 00 1 20 1 60 100 140 180 20 DOOR AJAR CHECK GAGE BRAKE CHECK FUEL CAP MPH 20 60 40 80 km h 00 1 20 1 60 100 140 180 20 Instrumentation 16 ...

Page 17: ...oolant 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 Odometer Registers the total kilometers miles of the vehicle Trip odometer Registers the kilometers miles of individua...

Page 18: ...tem checked as soon as possible Engine oil pressure gauge This shows the engine oil pressure in the system Sufficient pressure exists as long as the needle remains in the normal range the area 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 Main...

Page 19: ...tion while the vehicle is being refueled When the gauge first indicates empty there is a small amount of reserve fuel in the tank When refueling the vehicle from empty indication the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel The arrow near the fuel pump icon indicates which side of the vehicle the fuel filler door is located E F Instrumentat...

Page 20: ...ted the foglamps will not operate Press the foglamp control again to deactivate the foglamps 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 Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather The Daytime Running Lamp DRL ...

Page 21: ...R CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlamp and parklamp operation Rotate up to brighten Rotate down to dim Rotate to full up position past detent to turn on interior lamps Rotate to full down position past detent to prevent interior lamps from illuminating when the doors are opened DIM Controls and features 21 ...

Page 22: ...e the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you have stopped the vehicle MAX A C Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle MAX A C is noisier than A C but more economical and will cool the inside of the vehicle faster Airflow will be from ...

Page 23: ... the floor ducts However the air will not be cooled below the outside temperature because the air conditioning does not operate in this mode Floor and defrost Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ducts 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 fu...

Page 24: ...ination 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 for two or three minutes with the windows open This will force most of the hot stale air out of the vehicle Once the vehicle has been aired out operate the climate control system as desired Do not put...

Page 25: ...s may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop Rear console climate controls if equipped Depending on the equipment package of your vehicle the rear console may be equipped with rear console audio climate controls The instrument panel climate controls must be on in order for the rear console climate controls to work Turn the air distribution control to the desired airflow position Turn the...

Page 26: ...s located on the instrument panel Press the rear defroster control to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog A small LED will illuminate when the rear defroster is activated The ignition must be in the ON position to operate the rear window defroster SEEK VOLUME BAND MEMORY 3 2 1 SEEK VOLUME BAND 3 2 1 MEMORY Controls and features 26 ...

Page 27: ...ntrol again REAR WINDOW WIPER AND WASHER For rear wiper operation rotate the rear window wiper and washer control to the desired interval position Press the control for rear washer fluid operation 4WD CONTROL IF EQUIPPED This control operates the 4WD Refer to the Driving chapter for more information PUSH OFF R WIPE HI PUSH OFF R WIPE HI 4X4 HIGH 2WD 4X4 LOW Controls and features 27 ...

Page 28: ...d off by using the volume power control Turn control to raise or lower 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 FM 1 AMC BL RF REW FF SCAN BASS TREB SEL BAL TAPE DISC EJ CD FADE AUTO CLK SIDE 1 2 COMP SHUFFLE EJ MUTE VOL PUSH ON SEEK TUNE AM FM 1 2 3 4 5 6 DO...

Page 29: ... Tune adjust The tune control works 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...

Page 30: ...tations on the frequency band Press the 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 automatically reverses to the opposite side of the tape To stop on a particular selection press the control again Scan function in CD o...

Page 31: ...io 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 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 These...

Page 32: ...eble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system s treble output Press the TREB control then press to decrease the treble output and to increase the treble output Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers Press the BAL control then press BASS TREB SEL BASS TREB SEL BAL FADE Controls and features 32...

Page 33: ...ol Press the button during rewind or fast forward to stop the rewind or fast forward function To begin CD play if CD s are loaded press the CD control The first track of the disc will begin playing If returning from radio or tape mode CD play will begin where it stopped last With the dual media audio system press the CD control to toggle between single CD and CD changer play if equipped Do not ins...

Page 34: ...rward The fast forward control works in tape and CD modes In the tape mode tape direction will automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached In CD mode pressing the control fast forwards the CD within the current track Tape direction select Press SIDE 1 2 to play the alternate side of a tape Eject function Press the EJ control to stop and eject a tape Press the EJ control to stop and e...

Page 35: ...ust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust Shuffle feature The shuffle feature operates in CD mode if equipped 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 on the current disc are pl...

Page 36: ... 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 10 seconds when the radio is turned on and then revert to clock information Any time 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 me...

Page 37: ...o the playing media AM FM Stereo In Dash Six CD Radio for Pioneer T Sound System Volume power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off EJ MUTE LOAD EJ SHUF DSP MUTE SEL BAL BASS FADE TREB SCAN PUSH ON CD 1 2 3 4 5 6 MENU AM FM SEEK REW FF DISC TUNE PUSH ON Controls and features 37 ...

Page 38: ...cy bands Press the control to switch between AM FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations AM FM select in CD mode Press this control to stop CD play and begin radio play Tune adjust The tune control works in radio or CD mode 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 quick...

Page 39: ... find the next listenable station down the frequency band SEEK DOWN will display Press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band SEEK UP will display Seek function in CD mode Press to seek to the previous track of the current disc If the beginning of the disc is reached the CD player seeks to the beginning of the last track on the current disc and begins playing Press to seek forwa...

Page 40: ...memory preset stations 1 Select the frequency band with the AM FM select control Press the AM FM control to toggle between AM FM1 or FM2 2 Press the SEEK control to access the next listenable station up or down the frequency band Press the TUNE control to go up or down the listening band in individual increments 3 Select a station Refer to Seek function for more information on selecting a station ...

Page 41: ...he first track of the disc will begin playing After that CD play will begin where it stopped last If an alternative CD is desired press the corresponding preset control 1 6 of a loaded CD or press the TUNE control to access the other loaded CDs NO CD will display if the CD control is activated when there is not a CD present in the audio system NO CD will illuminate in the display if the CD control...

Page 42: ...m will choose the next available one Wait until the CD door opens Load the CD into the player LOADING CD is displayed When the CD has been loaded the door will close and the CD will begin to play For example to load a CD into slot 2 press the LOAD control and then press preset 2 Auto load This feature allows you to autoload up to 6 discs into the multi disc CD player internal to the radio Press an...

Page 43: ...uto eject Press and momentarily hold the EJ control to engage auto eject All CDs which are present in the player will be ejected one at a time If a CD is ejected and not removed from the door of the CD player the player will automatically reload the CD This feature may be used when the ignition is ON or OFF Rewind The rewind control works in CD modes Press and hold the REW control until the desire...

Page 44: ... then engage the desired shuffle mode When engaged the shuffle feature has two different modes SHUFFLE DISC and SHUFFLE TRK SHUFFLE DISC randomly plays tracks from all the discs presently in the audio system SHUFFLE TRK plays all the tracks on the current disc in random order Compression feature The compression feature operates in CD mode and brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more co...

Page 45: ...rol Use the SEL control to increase or decrease the amount of treble Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution 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 sou...

Page 46: ... data system feature SELECT HOURS Refer to Setting the clock SELECT MINUTES Refer to Setting the clock When in CD mode you can access SELECT HOURS SELECT MINUTES or COMP ON OFF SELECT HOURS SELECT MINUTES Allows you to adjust the hours and minutes Refer to Setting the clock TRAFFIC ON OFF Traffic announcements can be programmed as local or distant Refer to Traffic announcements RDS ON OFF This fea...

Page 47: ...AFFIC ON displays Press the SEL control The display will read TRAFFIC OFF RDS traffic seek feature When in traffic mode you can use the SEEK feature to seek up or down the listenable traffic capable frequencies With the RDS activated press MENU until TRAFFIC ON is displayed Press and hold the SEEK control until the desired selection is reached The feature disengages when the control is released RD...

Page 48: ...nterrupt radio and CD play Press the MENU control until TRAFFIC is displayed Press the SEL control to engage the feature The display will read TRAFFIC ON This feature also allows you to control the volume of traffic announcements With the display reading TRAFFIC ON adjust the volume using the volume control to the desired level The volume level will show at the bottom of the display Interrupting t...

Page 49: ...o select the type of RDS broadcast information the radio will regularly show in the display With RDS activated press the MENU control until SHOW is displayed Use the SEL control to select TYPE displays the RDS program type rock jazz etc NAME displays the name of the radio station or NONE deactivates the RDS display Digital signal processing if equipped The digital signal processing DSP feature all...

Page 50: ...ar concert hall capacity of about 2 000 CHURCH church with a high vault STADIUM outdoor stadium with a capacity of about 30 000 Press the DSP control again to access the occupancy modes Use the SEL control to optimize the sound based upon the occupants in the vehicle The following occupancy modes can be selected ALL SEATS DRIVER SEAT REAR SEATS Mute mode Press the control to mute the playing media...

Page 51: ... if equipped To turn on the rear seat controls press the memory preset controls 3 and 5 at the same time The will appear in the display Pressing 3 and 5 at the same time again will turn the rear seat controls off If there is a discrepancy between the rear seat and the front audio controls such as both trying to listen to the same playing media the front audio system will receive the desired select...

Page 52: ...Refer to Turning speakers on and off Turning the speakers on and off Press to turn all speakers on or off Using headphones Plug a 3 5 mm headphone not included into the jack Press the speaker on off control to operate the headphones The speakers will cut out once the speaker on off control is pressed Press the control again to deactivate the headphones VOLUME MODE SEEK MEMORY VOLUME MODE SEEK MEMO...

Page 53: ...er mode if equipped to advance to the next disc Seek function In radio mode press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band In radio mode press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band In tape mode use the SEEK function to access the next or previous selection In CD mode if equipped use the SEEK function to access the next or previous selection VOLUME MODE SEEK M...

Page 54: ... into the CD player as jamming may occur Cleaning cassette player if equipped Clean the tape player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after 10 to 12 hours of play in order to maintain the best sound and operation Cassette and cassette player care Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight high humidity extreme heat or extreme cold Allow tapes t...

Page 55: ...r stations Terrain Hills mountains and tall buildings between your vehicle s antenna and the radio station signal can cause FM reception problems Static can be caused on AM stations by power lines electric fences traffic lights and thunderstorms Moving away from an interfering structure out of its shadow returns your reception to normal Station overload Weak signals are sometimes captured by stron...

Page 56: ...while the engine is not running 2 LOCK locks the steering wheel automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal 3 OFF shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel 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 3 1 2 5 4 Controls and feat...

Page 57: ...ot shift the gearshift lever into N Neutral with the speed control on Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved 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 OFF ON OFF ON Controls and features 57 ...

Page 58: ...it increases above the set speed on a downhill If your vehicle speed is faster than the set speed while driving on a downhill you may want to shift to the next lower gear or apply the brakes to reduce your vehicle speed If your vehicle slows down more than 16 km h 10 mph below your set speed on an uphill your speed control will disengage This is normal Pressing RSM will re engage it Do not use the...

Page 59: ...celerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speed control usage Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle to the previously programmed set speed To set a lower set speed Press and hold COAST Release the control when the desired speed is reached or Press and release COAST to operate the Tap Down function Each press will decrease the set speed by 1 6 km h 1 mph or Depress t...

Page 60: ...pedal or Depress the clutch pedal if equipped Disengaging the speed control will not erase the previously programmed set speed or engine RPM Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed or engine RPM OFF ON Controls and features 60 ...

Page 61: ... mph Indicator light This light comes on when either the SET ACCEL or RES controls are pressed It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed the brake is applied the clutch pedal is applied if equipped or the ignition is turned to the OFF position RSM SET ACC COAST SPEED CONT Controls and features 61 ...

Page 62: ...steering wheel when the vehicle is moving HAZARD FLASHER For information on the hazard flasher control refer to Hazard flasher in the Roadside emergencies chapter WINDSHIELD WIPER WASHER CONTROLS Rotate the windshield wiper control to the desired interval low or high speed position The bars of varying length are for intermittent wipers When in this position rotate the control upward for fast inter...

Page 63: ...ble gears Deactivating overdrive Press the Transmission Control Switch TCS located on the end of the gearshift lever The Transmission Control Indicator Light TCIL will illuminate on the instrument cluster The transmission will operate in all gears except overdrive To return to normal overdrive mode press the Transmission Control Switch again The TCIL will no longer be illuminated When you shut off...

Page 64: ... moved to full open The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or a similar object Installing a garage door opener if equipped The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety of aftermarket garage door openers Remove the storage clip from the door Place Velcro hook onto side of aftermarket transmitter opposite of actuator control Place the transmitter into storage c...

Page 65: ...rtion of the control until the glass panel stops moving Once fully closed the rear of the glass panel will appear higher than the front edge To vent To tilt the moon roof into the vent position when the glass panel is closed press and hold the front portion of the control To close the moon roof from the vent position press and hold the rear portion of the control until the glass panel stops moving...

Page 66: ...e outside temperature falls below 3 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 M...

Page 67: ... hold the MODE control until VAR appears in the display then release The display should show the current zone number 4 Press the MODE 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 LAMP MODE LAMP 9 VAR Controls and features 67 ...

Page 68: ...tesy reading lamps The courtesy lamp lights when any door is opened the instrument panel dimmer switch is held up until the courtesy lamps come on the UNLOCK control of the remote entry controls is pressed and the ignition is OFF The reading lamps can be turned on by pressing the rocker controls next to each lamp If equipped with Remote Keyless Entry the courtesy lamp will illuminate whenever any ...

Page 69: ...bottom portion of the rocker switch to open One touch down Press AUTO completely down and release quickly The driver s window will open fully Depress again to stop window operation One touch down can be deactivated during operation by pushing down on the top part of the driver power window control AUTO AUTO AUTO Controls and features 69 ...

Page 70: ...ck all doors POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS To adjust your mirrors 1 Select to adjust the left mirror or to adjust the right mirror 2 Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror 3 Return to the center position to disable adjust function Controls and features 70 ...

Page 71: ...cle may be equipped with a variety of console features These include Utility compartment with compact disc storage Auxiliary power point Cupholders Ashcup Removable utility bag if equipped Writing surface with note pad Coin holder Armrest Use only soft cups in the cupholder Hard objects can injure you in a collision Controls and features 71 ...

Page 72: ...ical accessories With full console Without full console 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 Controls and features 72 ...

Page 73: ...e key lock cylinder To open the liftgate unlock the liftgate and pull up on the handle under the license plate lamp shield To lock the liftgate and the liftgate window use the key or the power door locks depress the key lock cylinder or press the door lock switch on the left side of the cargo area The liftgate door and window should be closed before driving your vehicle If not possible damage may ...

Page 74: ...rgo area cover must be properly attached to the mounting clips on the rear trim panels Do not place any objects on the cargo area cover They may obstruct your vision or strike occupants of the vehicle in the case of a sudden stop or collision The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is not securely installed Rewinding the shade With extended use the cargo shade may lose its sp...

Page 75: ...sion 6 Unfold the vinyl and place it into the end cap slots 7 Insert the shade into the side mounting brackets and check to make sure that it operates properly The cover may cause injury in a sudden stop or accident if it is not securely installed REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS 210 of Industry Canada Operation is subject to the follow...

Page 76: ...Unlocking the doors Press this control to 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 ...

Page 77: ... allow you to be up to 10 meters 33 feet away from your vehicle 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 si...

Page 78: ...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 79: ...on Power door trim switch inhibit Twenty seconds after the ignition is OFF and the doors are closed and locked the power door switch UNLOCK function will not work the LOCK function will still work The UNLOCK function will operate again after the door becomes ajar the ignition is turned ON or a valid UNLOCK command is received from the key fob or key pad KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED With the ke...

Page 80: ...t set a code that includes five of the same number or presents them in sequential order Thieves can easily figure out these types of codes Your personal code does not replace the permanent code that the dealership gave you You can use either code to unlock your vehicle If a second personal code is entered the module will erase the first personal code in favor of the new code If you wish to erase y...

Page 81: ...g the doors with the keyless entry system To unlock the driver s door enter either the factory set code or personal code each digit pressed within five seconds of the prior digit The interior lamps will illuminate To unlock all doors enter the factory set code or personal code driver door unlocks and press the 3 4 control within five seconds Locking the doors with the keyless entry system To lock ...

Page 82: ...3 4 control then release the 7 8 control The horn will chirp once if autolock was deactivated or twice one short and one long chirp if autolock was activated To reactivate autolock repeat steps 1 through 3 Autolock can also be activated or deactivated with the power door lock control using the following procedure You must complete steps 1 through 5 within 30 seconds or the procedure will have to b...

Page 83: ...icle is used The SecuriLocky passive anti theft system is not compatible with non Ford aftermarket remote start systems Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection Automatic arming The vehicle is armed immediately after switching the ignition to the 3 OFF position The THEFT light in the instrument cluster will flash every two seconds when the vehi...

Page 84: ...items or a second key on the same key ring as the coded key may cause vehicle starting issues If present you need to keep these objects from touching the coded key while starting the engine These objects and devices cannot damage the coded key but can cause a momentary NO START condition if they are too close to the key during engine start If a problem occurs turn ignition OFF and restart the engi...

Page 85: ... coded key may lead to a NO START condition If an unprogrammed key is used in the ignition it will cause a NO START condition Programming spare keys A maximum of eight keys can be coded to your vehicle Only SecuriLocky keys can be used To program a coded key yourself you will need two previously programmed coded keys keys that already operate your vehicle s engine and the new unprogrammed key s re...

Page 86: ...ion 5 Within 20 seconds of removing the second coded key insert the new unprogrammed key new key valet key into the ignition and turn the ignition from 3 OFF to 4 ON maintain ignition in 4 ON for at least one second This step will program your new key to a coded key 6 To program additional new unprogrammed key s repeat this procedure from step 1 If successful the new coded key s will start the veh...

Page 87: ...d restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to that position as possible Refer to the following to raise and lower the head restraints The head restraints can be raised to the desired position by pulling it up The head restraints can be tilted forward or back by holding the head restraint and rotating to the desired position To lower the head restraints push the release...

Page 88: ...eatback 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 For vehicles equipped with the low back bucket seats and adjustable head restraint the right front seat will not relatch after the tip slide function for rear seat access has been activated To relatch the right front seat lift the ...

Page 89: ...tback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Reclining the seatback can reduce the effectiveness of the seat s safety belt in the event of a collision The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion Press to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion Press to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion Press the control to move the seat forward back...

Page 90: ... into the rear seat through the passenger door Do not drive the vehicle with the tip slide seat unlatched To operate the feature 1 Lift the seatback control 1 on the side of the seat The seatback will tilt forward 2 Push the seatback to move the seat assembly forward to gain access to the rear seat 3 Reposition the seatback to the upright position until it latches into place The seatback and seat ...

Page 91: ...and follow steps 2 and 3 listed previously REAR SEATS Adjustable head restraints Your vehicle s seats may be equipped with head restraints which are vertically adjustable The purpose of these head restraints is to help limit head motion in the event of a rear collision To properly adjust your head restraints lift the head restraint so that it is located directly behind your head or as close to tha...

Page 92: ...eat back down 1 Pull the release control up to unlatch the seatback 2 While holding latch handle pull up seat cushion and flip forward Seatback will follow and fold into the load floor position 3 Press down on the top outboard area of the seatback until a click is heard The seat is now latched in the floor position Seating and safety restraints 92 ...

Page 93: ...ve and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across 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 ...

Page 94: ...he 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 always properly use appropriate child restraints Energy Management Feature This vehicle has a safety belt system with an energy management feature at the front seating position to help further reduce the risk of injury in the event of a head on collision This ...

Page 95: ...ner sharply or the vehicle receives an impact of approximately 8 km h 5 mph or more the combination safety belts will lock to help reduce forward movement of the driver and passengers 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 belt The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety ...

Page 96: ...houlder belt Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is extracted Allow the belt to retract As the belt retracts you will hear a clicking sound This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode Seating and safety restraints 96 ...

Page 97: ...chnician to verify that the automatic locking retractor feature for child seats is still functioning properly In addition all seat belts should be checked for proper function BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the seat belt assembly automatic locking retractor feature or any other seat belt function is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in Workshop Manual ...

Page 98: ...t and increase the risk of injury in a collision Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt is too short when fully extended there is a 20 cm 8 inch safety belt extension assembly that can be added part number 611C22 This assembly can be obtained from your dealer at no cost Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt Manufacturer identification is located at the...

Page 99: ...ed by intermittently sounding a chime and illuminating the safety belt warning lamp in the instrument cluster If Then The driver s safety belt is not buckled before the vehicle has reached at least 5 km h 3 mph and 1 2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON The Belt Minder feature is activated the safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds for ...

Page 100: ... by 60 in light trucks Traffic is light Nearly 1 of 2 deaths occur in single vehicle crashes many when no other vehicles are around Belts wrinkle my clothes Possibly but a serious crash can do much more than wrinkle your clothes particularly if you are unbelted The people I m with don t wear belts Set the example teen deaths occur 4 times more often in vehicles with TWO or MORE people Children and...

Page 101: ...lamps 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 while driving the vehicle 1 Turn the ignition switch to the RUN or ON position DO NOT START THE ENGINE 2 Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off Approximately 1 2 minutes Steps 3 5 must be completed w...

Page 102: ...lace 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 assemblies if equipped LATCH child seat tether anchors and lower anchors if equipped and attaching hardware should be inspec...

Page 103: ...e supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying air bag is greatest close to the trim covering the air bag module OFF LOAD EJ SHUF DSP MUTE SEL BAL BASS FADE TREB SCAN TUNE PUSH ON CD 1 2 3 4 5 6 MENU F SEEK ...

Page 104: ...oying air bag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the air bag Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably Recline the seat slightly one or two degrees from the upright position Do not put anything on or over the air bag module Placing objects on or over the air bag inflation ar...

Page 105: ...quipment Children and air bags For additional important safety information read all information on safety restraints in this guide Children must always be properly restrained Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position Failure to follow these instructions may increase the risk of injury in a collision...

Page 106: ...tes air bag inflation The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not of the type sufficient to cause activation Air bags are designed to inflate in frontal and near frontal collisions not rollover side impact or rear impacts unless the collision causes sufficient longitudinal deceleration Seating a...

Page 107: ...sk of death or serious injuries such as fractures facial and eye injuries or internal injuries particularly to occupants who are not properly restrained or are otherwise out of position at the time of air bag deployment Thus it is extremely important that occupants be properly restrained as far away from the air bag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control The SRS consists of driver an...

Page 108: ...ss section in the Instrumentation chapter Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following The readiness light will either flash or stay lit The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on A series of five beeps will be heard The tone pattern will repeat periodically until the problem and or...

Page 109: ...f accessory seat covers may prevent the deployment of the side air bags and increase the risk of injury in an accident Do not lean your head on the door The side air bag could injure you as it deploys from the side of the seatback Do not attempt to service repair or modify the air bag supplemental restraint system its fuses or the seat cover on a seat containing an air bag See your Ford or Lincoln...

Page 110: ...ollisions the air bag on the side affected by the collision will be inflated even if the respective seat is not occupied The air bag was designed to inflate between the door panel and occupant to further enhance the protection provided occupants in side impact collisions The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains lateral deceleration sufficient to cause the sensors to close ...

Page 111: ...f the system Refer to the Air bag readiness section in the Instrumentation chapter Routine maintenance of the air bag is not required A difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of the following The readiness light same light as for front air bag system will either flash or stay lit The readiness light will not illuminate immediately after ignition is turned on A series of five beeps ...

Page 112: ...hildren 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 infant or child restraint you might use When possible always ...

Page 113: ...seating cushion that encourages safer seating posture and better fit of lap and shoulder belts on the child A belt positioning booster seat 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...

Page 114: ...ental 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 section in this chapter 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 anchorag...

Page 115: ...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 115 ...

Page 116: ...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 117: ...ed unbuckle the belt and repeat steps two through nine Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Most new forward facing child safety seats include a tether strap which goes over the back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point Tether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats Contact the manufact...

Page 118: ...correct tether anchor 1 Position the child safety seat on the rear seat cushion 2 Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat For vehicles with adjustable head restraints route the tether strap under the head restraint and between the head restraint posts otherwise route the tether strap over the top of the seatback 3 Locate the correct anchor for the selected rear seating p...

Page 119: ...hild safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating 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 119 ...

Page 120: ...he emission system heats up the engine 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 ve...

Page 121: ...rotate the steering wheel left and right until the key turns freely This condition may occur when front wheels are turned front wheel is against the curb steering wheel is turned when getting in or out of the vehicle 1 2 3 4 5 C 1 2 3 4 5 6 RPMx1000 ABS CHECK ENGINE E F H H H P R N D 2 1 THEFT SPEED CONT 4WD HIGH 4WD LOW O D OFF L L MPH 20 60 40 80 km h 00 1 20 1 60 100 140 180 20 DOOR AJAR CHECK ...

Page 122: ...ine does not start in 15 seconds on the first try turn the key OFF and wait 10 seconds and try again If the engine does not start in two attempts press the accelerator pedal all the way to floor and hold Turn the key to START position 4 When the engine starts release the key then release the accelerator pedal gradually as the engine speeds up 5 After idling for a few seconds apply the brake and re...

Page 123: ...is designed to operate on Ed85 ethanol alone unleaded gasoline alone or any mixture of the two If the engine fails to start using the preceding instructions 1 Press the accelerator pedal 1 3 to 1 2 of the way to floor and hold 2 Turn the key to START position 3 When the engine starts release the key then release the accelerator pedal gradually as the engine speeds up 4 If the engine still fails to...

Page 124: ...hanges the vehicle has been damaged in a collision WARNING 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 ...

Page 125: ...ervice technician Four wheel anti lock brake system ABS This vehicle is equipped with an anti lock braking system ABS A noise from the hydraulic pump motor and pulsation in the pedal may be observed during ABS braking events Pedal pulsation coupled with noise while braking under panic conditions or on loose gravel bumps wet or snowy roads is normal and indicates proper functioning of the vehicle s...

Page 126: ... 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 not decrease the time necessary to apply the brakes or always reduce stopping dist...

Page 127: ...eatly and the handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected Pull the release lever to release the brake Driving with the parking brake on will cause the brakes to wear out quickly and reduce fuel economy STEERING Your vehicle is equipped with power steering Power steering uses energy from the engine to help steer the vehicle To prevent damage to the power steering pump Never hold the steerin...

Page 128: ...axle could result in a permanent reduction in effectiveness This loss of effectiveness does not affect normal driving and should not be noticeable to the driver To avoid injury never run the engine with one wheel off the ground such as when changing a tire PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles In a rollover crash an ...

Page 129: ...ending upon the type and placement of the load hauling people and cargo may raise the center of gravity of the vehicle Use extra caution while becoming familiar with your vehicle Know the capabilities and limitations of both you as a driver and your vehicle AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION IF EQUIPPED Brake shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake shift interlock feature that prevents...

Page 130: ...th a 5 speed automatic transmission if equipped Your automatic transmission electronically controls the shift feel by using an adaptive learning strategy This feature is designed to increase durability and provide consistent shift feel over the life of the vehicle It is normal for a new transmission to shift firmly This operation is considered normal and will not affect function durability of the ...

Page 131: ... in P Park This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels from turning Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle R Reverse With the gearshift lever in R Reverse the vehicle will move backward Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R Reverse N Neutral With the g...

Page 132: ...rive and is useful whenever driving conditions i e city traffic hilly terrain etc cause the transmission to excessively shift between Overdrive and other gears Deactivate Overdrive when driving with a heavy load towing a trailer up or down steep hills additional engine braking is desired If towing a trailer refer to Driving while you tow in the Trailer Towing chapter To return to Overdrive mode pr...

Page 133: ...ear Driving a manual transmission if equipped Using the clutch Vehicles equipped with a manual transmission have a starter interlock that prevents Starting the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed When starting a vehicle with a manual transmission 1 Hold down the brake pedal 2 Put the gearshift lever in N Neutral 3 Depress the clutch pedal 4 Start the engine and let it idle for a few ...

Page 134: ...44 mph Upshifts when cruising recommended for best fuel economy 1 2 19 km h 12 mph 2 3 31 km h 19 mph 3 4 46 km h 29 mph 4 5 61 km h 38 mph Reverse Ensure that the vehicle is at a complete stop before shifting into R Reverse Failure to do so may damage the transmission Put the gearshift lever into N and wait at least several seconds before shifting into R Parking 1 Apply the brake and shift into N...

Page 135: ...rough a transfer case 4WD power can be selected when additional driving power is desired If equipped with the Electronic Shift 4WD System and the instrument panel control is moved to 4WD Low while the vehicle is moving the system will not engage and no damage will occur to the 4WD system Before 4WD Low can be engaged the vehicle must be at a complete stop with the brake pedal depressed and the tra...

Page 136: ...WD Low is engaged Using the electronic shift 4WD system if equipped Positions of the electronic shift system 2WD 2WD High Power to rear axle only 4X4 HIGH 4WD High Power delivered to front and rear axles for increased traction 4X4 LOW 4WD Low Power to front and rear axles at low speeds Shifting from 2WD 2WD high to 4X4 HIGH 4WD high Move the 4WD control to the 4X4 HIGH position At temperatures bel...

Page 137: ...2WD 2WD high to 4X4 LOW 4WD low 1 Bring the vehicle to a stop 2 Depress the brake 3 Place the gearshift in N Neutral 4 Move the 4WD control to the 4X4 LOW position 5 Wait for the 4WD low indicator light to illuminate Shifting from 4X4 LOW 4WD low to 2WD 2WD high 1 Bring the vehicle to a stop 2 Depress the brake 3 Place the gearshift in N Neutral 4X4 HIGH 2WD 4X4 LOW 4X4 HIGH 2WD 4X4 LOW Driving 13...

Page 138: ... 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 139: ...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 140: ...e 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 pressing and holding the SET ACCEL button to resum...

Page 141: ...the driver s door pillar GCW Gross Combined Weight The combined weight of the towing vehicle including occupants and cargo and the loaded trailer GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Maximum permissable combined weight of towing vehicle including occupants and cargo and the loaded trailer Maximum Trailer Weight Rating Maximum weight of a trailer the vehicle is permitted to tow The maximum trailer wei...

Page 142: ... the weight of occupants 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 damage to the vehicle and or personal injury Sp...

Page 143: ...e s air intake and severely damage your engine If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable proceed very slowly Never drive through water that is higher than the bottom of the hubs 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 ...

Page 144: ...s found on the label refer to Vehicle loading in this chapter Remember to figure in the tongue load of your loaded vehicle when figuring the total weight 4x2 w automatic transmission GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Trailer weights Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR kg lbs Trailer Weight Range 0 Maximum kg lbs Maximum frontal area of trailer m2 ft2 4 0L SOHC All 4 127 9 100 0 2 332 0 5 140 4 64 ...

Page 145: ...hicle and the loaded trailer must not exceed the GCWR 4x4 w automatic transmission GCWR Gross Combined Weight Rating Trailer Weights Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR kg lbs Trailer Weight Range 0 Maximum_ kg lbs Maximum frontal area of trailer m2 ft2 4 0L SOHC All 4 127 9 100 0 2 241 0 4 940 4 64 50 Notes For high altitude operation reduce GCW by 2 per 300 meters 1 000 ft elevation For definiti...

Page 146: ...d the GCWR Do not exceed the GVWR or the GAWR specified on the certification label Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage transmission damage structural damage loss of control and personal injury Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your...

Page 147: ... collision greatly increase The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles Make sure your trailer lamps conform to local and Federal regulations See your dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps Never connect any trailer lighting to the vehicl...

Page 148: ...g and backing up before starting on a trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination When turning make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached The trailer tongue weight should be no more than 10 15 of the loaded trailer weight After you have traveled 80 km 50 miles thoroughly check your hitch electrica...

Page 149: ...y An example of recreational towing is towing your vehicle behind a motorhome The following recreational towing guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is not damaged Place the transmission in N Neutral Maximum speed is 56 km h 35 mph Maximum distance is 80 km 50 miles If a distance of 80 km 50 miles or a speed of 56 km h 35 mph must be exceeded you must disconnect the driveshaft ...

Page 150: ...RWD vehicles with 4x4 electronic shift transfer case and automatic transmission Regarding recreational towing or having your vehicle towed 4x4 vehicles with electronic shift on the fly cannot be towed with any wheels on the ground with the exception of moving it as a disabled vehicle off the road out of traffic Driving 150 ...

Page 151: ...elated tows like 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 yo...

Page 152: ...rgency 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 FUEL PUMP SHUT OFF SWITCH FUEL RESET The fuel pump shut off switch is a device in...

Page 153: ...h 1 Turn the ignition to the OFF position 2 Check the fuel system for leaks 3 If no fuel leak is apparent reset the fuel pump shut off switch by pushing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition to the ON position Pause for a few seconds and return the key to the OFF position 5 Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system Roadside emergencies 153 ...

Page 154: ...se with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire Standard fuse amperage rating and 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 ...

Page 155: ...strument panel facing the driver s side door Pull the panel cover outward to access the fuses To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 29 30 35 36 31 32 33 34 27 28 Roadside emergencies 155 ...

Page 156: ...iler Tow Connector 8 Not Used 9 7 5A Brake Pedal Position Switch 10 7 5A Speed Control Amplifier Assembly Generic electronic Module GEM Shift Lock Actuator Blend Door Actuator A C Heater Assembly Flasher Overhead Console 4X4 Module 11 7 5A Instrument Cluster 4X4 Module 12 10A Washer Pump Relay Rear Washer Pump Relay 13 15A Brake Pedal Position Switch Brake Pressure Switch 14 10A 4 Wheel Anti Lock ...

Page 157: ...ot Used 24 7 5A Starter Interrupt Relay Anti Theft 25 7 5A Generic Electronic Module GEM Instrument Cluster Securi Lock 26 10A Battery Saver Relay Interior Lamp Relay 27 15A DRL Backup Lamps Switch DTR Sensor Rear Defroster Relay 28 7 5A Radio 29 20A Radio 30 25A Power Seats 31 5A Rear Blower Motor 32 5A Heated Rear Window Switch 33 15A Headlamps Daytime Running Lamps DRL Module Instrument Cluster...

Page 158: ...e s main electrical systems from overloads Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses Always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and care chapter Roadside emergencies 158 ...

Page 159: ...istribution Box Description 1 50A Fuse Panel 2 Not Used 3 Not Used 4 Not Used 5 Not Used 6 50A ABS Pump Motor 7 30A Powertrain Control 8 Not Used 9 Not Used 10 Not Used 11 50A Ignition Switch 12 Not Used 13 20A 4X4 Motor 14 Not Used 15 Not Used 16 40A Blower Motor Roadside emergencies 159 ...

Page 160: ...lutch Solenoid 26 Not Used 27 Not Used 28 30A 4WABS Module 29 15A Foglamps 30 Not Used 31 15A Daytime Running Lamps 32 Not Used 33 Not Used 34 15A Rear Wiper 35 Not Used 36 Not Used 37 Not Used 38 10A Left Low Beam 39 Not Used 40 Not Used 41 15A Heated Oxygen Sensors 42 10A Right Low Beam 43 Not Used 44 Not Used 45A Wiper Hi Low Relay 45B Wiper Run Park Relay 46A Rear Wiper Down Relay Roadside eme...

Page 161: ...ch Solenoid 56B Horn Relay Mini fuses Cartridge fuses CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat 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 The spare tire can be used as a spare or a regular tire On vehicles with 15 wheels the wheel ornaments from the...

Page 162: ...oor Removing the spare tire 1 Assemble the jack handle with the spade end to the lug wrench as shown in the illustration To assemble depress button and slide together 2 Open liftgate 3 Insert the jack handle into the opening just above the rear bumper The handle will stop moving forward and resistance to turning will be felt when properly engaged 4 Turn the handle counterclockwise until tire is lo...

Page 163: ...n alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack even if the vehicle is in P Park automatic transaxle or R Reverse manual transaxle 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...

Page 164: ...ut do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground 6 Assemble the jack handle extension on the lug nut wrench by sliding the parts together To disconnect depress button and pull apart 7 Position the jack according to the following guides and turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is a maximum of 25 mm 1 inch off the ground Roadside emergencies 164 ...

Page 165: ... Front Rear Roadside emergencies 165 ...

Page 166: ...he hub Do not fully tighten the lug nuts 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 nut wrench Make sure the jack is fastened so it does not rattle when you drive 14 Unblock the wheels JUMP STARTING ...

Page 167: ...ot disconnect the battery 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 ...

Page 168: ...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 Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery Roadside emer...

Page 169: ... 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 Roadside emergencies 169...

Page 170: ... 4 0L SOHC V6 Engine 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery Roadside emergencies 170 ...

Page 171: ...several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the transmission must relearn its adaptive strategy As a result of this the transmission may shift firmly This operation is considered normal and will not effect function or durability of the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update tra...

Page 172: ...belt towing procedure On 4x2 vehicles it is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the front wheels on the ground without dollies and the rear wheels off the ground On 4x4 vehicles it is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the ground If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur Special Condi...

Page 173: ... to wheel dollies car hauling trailer or flatbed transport vehicle your vehicle can be towed all wheels on the ground under the folling conditions Ford Motor Company provides a towing manual for all authorized tow truck operators Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for proper hook up and towing procedures for your vehicle Roadside emergencies 173 ...

Page 174: ...e When the engine is running make sure that loose clothing jewelry or long hair does not get caught up in moving parts Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed space unless you are 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 relearn i...

Page 175: ...E HOOD 1 Inside the vehicle pull the hood release handle located under the steering column on the instrument panel 2 Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located in the center between the hood and the grill 3 Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open Maintenance and care 175 ...

Page 176: ...tomatic transmission fluid dipstick if equipped 3 Engine oil filler cap 4 Engine oil dipstick 5 Brake fluid reservoir 6 Power distribution box 7 Clutch fluid reservoir 8 Battery 9 Power steering fluid reservoir 10 Air filter assembly 11 Engine coolant reservoir 1 2 3 4 5 9 8 11 10 6 7 Maintenance and care 176 ...

Page 177: ...tes for the oil to drain into the oil pan 3 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P Park 4 Open the hood Protect yourself from engine heat 5 Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator dipstick 6 Wipe the indicator clean Insert the indicator fully then remove it again If the oil level is in the hashmarks the oil level is acceptable DO NOT ADD OIL Main...

Page 178: ...il level is not within the normal 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 or the letter F in FULL on the engine oil level indicator dipstick 4 Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated 5 Fully i...

Page 179: ...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 not meet Ford material and design specifications st...

Page 180: ...e this line 4 Use only a DOT 3 brake fluid certified to meet Ford specification ESA M6C25 A 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 immediate...

Page 181: ...C25 A Refer to Capacities and specifications 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 1 Clean the reservoir cap before removal to prevent dirt and water from entering the reservoir 2 Remove cap and rubber diap...

Page 182: ...ng non methanol antifreeze agents should be used only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the vehicle s paint finish wiper blades or washer system Note Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir Washer fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate...

Page 183: ...the instructions in the Adding Engine Coolant section Your vehicle was factory filled with a 50 50 engine coolant and water concentration If the concentration of coolant falls below 40 or above 60 the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly A 50 50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following Freeze protection down to 36 C 34 F Boiling protection up to 129 C 265 F Protection ...

Page 184: ...nt when the engine is hot Steam and scalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn you badly Also you can be burned if you spill coolant on hot engine parts Do not put engine coolant in the windshield washer fluid container If sprayed on the windshield engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield The cooling system in your vehicle is filled with either green c...

Page 185: ...and compromise the corrosion protection of the engine coolant Do not mix with recycled coolant unless from a Ford approved recycling process see Use of Recycled Engine Coolant section For vehicles with overflow coolant systems with a non pressurized cap on the coolant recovery system add coolant to the coolant recovery reservoir when the engine is cool Add the proper mixture of coolant and water t...

Page 186: ...concentration of engine coolant and distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level If you have to add more than 1 0 liter 1 0 quart of engine coolant per month have your dealer check the engine cooling system Your cooling system may have a leak Operating an engine with a low level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage Recycled engine coolant Ford Mot...

Page 187: ...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 below 40 Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40 will decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage D...

Page 188: ... the fluid is low add fluid in small amounts continuously checking the level until it reaches the correct operating range Be sure to put the cap back on the reservoir TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid if equipped Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes Your transmission does not consume fluid However the fluid level shou...

Page 189: ...r the location of the dipstick 6 Install the dipstick making sure it is fully seated in the filler tube 7 Remove the dipstick and inspect the fluid level The fluid should be in the designated area for normal operating temperature or ambient temperature Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is at the bottom of the dipstick and the ambient temperature is above 10 C 50 F Correct...

Page 190: ... fluid make sure the correct type is used The type 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...

Page 191: ...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 191 ...

Page 192: ...ls 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 top of the battery clean and dry Also make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals If you see any corrosion on the ba...

Page 193: ...ol conditions are maintained by power from the battery When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the engine must relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and performance To begin this process 1 With the vehicle at a complete stop set the parking brake 2 Put the gearshift in P Park turn off all accessories and start the engine 3 Run the engine until it r...

Page 194: ... not wipe properly clean both the windshield and wiper blades using undiluted windshield wiper solution or a mild detergent Rinse thoroughly with clean water To avoid damaging the blades do not use fuel kerosene paint thinner or other solvents Changing the wiper blades To replace the wiper blades 1 Pull the wiper arm away from the windshield and lock into the service position 2 Turn the blade at a...

Page 195: ...f Federal Regulations Part 575 104 c 2 U S Department of Transportation Tire quality grades The U S Department of Transportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it Treadwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specified government test ...

Page 196: ... Vehicle Safety Standard No 109 Grades B and A represent higher levels of performance on the laboratory test wheel than the minimum required by law The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded Excessive speed underinflation or excessive loading either separately or in combination can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure SERVICIN...

Page 197: ... 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 wheels Four tire rotation Maintenance and care 197 ...

Page 198: ...radial bias belted or bias type tires Use only the tire sizes that are listed 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 Maintenance and care 198 ...

Page 199: ...e traction in rain and snow However in some climates using snow tires or traction devices may be necessary Ford offers tire cables as a Ford approved accessory and recommends use of these or SAE class S See your dealer or qualified service technician for more information on tire cables for your vehicle Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and traction devices Cables or chains should only ...

Page 200: ...ting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap Otherwise fuel may spray out and injure you or others If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap 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 Automotive fuels can cau...

Page 201: ... also be harmful if absorbed through the skin If fuel is splashed on the skin and or clothing promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water Repeated or prolonged skin contact with fuel liquid or vapor causes skin irritation Be particularly careful if you are taking Antabuse or other forms of disulfiram for the treatment of alcoholism Breathing gasoline and or e...

Page 202: ...ly active than gasoline It corrodes some metals and causes some plastic and rubber components to swell break down or become brittle and crack especially when mixed with gasoline Special materials and procedures have been developed for flexible fuel vehicles and the dispensers used by ethanol fuel providers Flexible fuel components and standard unleaded gasoline fuel components are not interchangea...

Page 203: ...cluding manganese based compounds containing MMT Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your vehicle was not designed may not be covered by your warranty Octane recommendations Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes 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 quali...

Page 204: ...ality fuel of the recommended octane rating Aftermarket products could cause damage to the fuel system Repairs to correct the effects of using an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your warranty Unleaded Gasoline engines If you are experiencing starting rough idle or hesitation driveability problems during a cold start try a different brand of Regular unleaded gasoline Premium ...

Page 205: ...If the problems persist below this temperature see your dealer or a qualified service technician Cleaner air Ford endorses the use of reformulated cleaner burning gasolines to improve air quality 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 sever...

Page 206: ...iller 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 with an ...

Page 207: ...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 208: ...ou may be able to change a number of variables and improve your fuel economy Habits Smooth moderate operation can yield up to 10 savings in fuel 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 econ...

Page 209: ...sories to your vehicle for example bug deflectors rollbars light bars running boards ski luggage racks may reduce fuel economy Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy 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 their be...

Page 210: ...g 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 Motor ...

Page 211: ...nd chimes 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 ...

Page 212: ...adlamp switch is in OFF position then lift hood and lift the plastic headlamp cover 2 At the back of the headlamp pry up and remove the two retainer pins to release the headlamp assembly from the vehicle and pull headlamp forward 3 Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward 4 Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise when viewed from the rear to free...

Page 213: ...he tabs in the lamp assembly When the grooves are aligned push the bulb into the lamp assembly until the plastic base contacts the rear of the lamp assembly 2 Install the bulb retaining ring over the plastic base until it contacts the rear of the socket by rotating it clockwise until you feel a stop 3 Connect the electrical connector into the rear of the plastic base until it snaps locking it into...

Page 214: ... parking lamp assembly and push to snap in place 7 Install screw on lamp assembly Replacing tail lamp turn backup lamp bulbs The tail lamp turn backup lamp bulbs are located in the tail lamp assembly one just below the other Follow the same steps to replace either bulb 1 Open the liftgate to expose the lamp assembly 2 Remove the two screws from the lamp assembly 3 Carefully remove the lamp assembl...

Page 215: ...o the new foglamp bulb 4 Install the bulb socket in the foglamp turning clockwise Replacing license plate lamp bulbs To change the license plate bulbs 1 Remove two screws and the license plate lamp assembly from the liftgate 2 Remove bulb socket from lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise 3 Pull the bulb out from socket and push in the new bulb 4 Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly turning...

Page 216: ...K amber Rear stop tail turn lamps 2 3157K Backup lamp 2 3156K Fog lamp 2 9145 Rear license plate lamps 2 168 Overhead map lamps 2 PC579 XU5B 13466 AA Map lamps 2 168 T10 Dome lamp 1 906 Front door courtesy lamp if equipped 1 168 Ashtray lamp 1 161 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted To replace all instrument panel lights see your dealer REPLACING THE INTERIOR BULBS Check th...

Page 217: ... should be done in a dark enviroment to effectively see the headlamp beam pattern A Eight feet B Center height of lamp to ground C Twenty five feet D Horizontal reference line 2 The center of the lamp is marked by a 3 0 mm circle on the headlamp lens Measure the height from the center of your headlamp to the ground and mark a 2 4 meter 8 foot long horizontal reference line on the vertical wall or ...

Page 218: ...e to adjust down 6 HORIZONTAL AIM IS NOT REQUIRED FOR THIS VEHICLE AND IS NON ADJUSTABLE 7 Close the hood and turn off the lamps CLEANING AND CARING FOR YOUR VEHICLE Refer to the Customer Assistance chapter for a list of Ford approved cleaners polishes and waxes Washing your vehicle Wash your vehicle regularly with cold or lukewarm water Never use strong detergents or soap If your vehicle is parti...

Page 219: ... on a regular basis will reduce minor scratches and paint damage Wax when water stops beading on the surface This could be every three or four months depending on operating conditions Use only carnauba or synthetic based waxes Use a cleaning fluid with a clean cloth to remove any bugs before waxing your vehicle Use tar remover to remove any tar spots Avoid getting wax on the windshield or on any s...

Page 220: ...r engine components Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning the engine 4 0L SOHC Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running water in the running engine may cause internal damage 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 ...

Page 221: ...sed by substances on the windshield or rear window such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes Clean the outside of the windshield or rear window with a non abrasive cleaner such as Ford Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner E4AZ 19C507 AA available from your Ford Dealer Do not use abrasive cleansers on glass as they may cause scratches The windshield or rear window is cle...

Page 222: ...ly Follow the directions that come with the cleaner Do not saturate the seat cover with upholstery cleaner Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the seat mounted side air bag Such products could contaminate the side air bag system and affect performance of the side air bag in a collision Cleaning leather seats if equipped To clean simply use a soft cloth dampened with wat...

Page 223: ...cuts If your vehicle has been involved in an accident refer to the Safety belt maintenance section in the Seating and safety restraints chapter Inside windows Use Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner E4AZ 19C507 AA for the inside windows if they become fogged Cleaning mirrors Do not clean your mirrors with a dry cloth or abrasive materials Use a soft cloth and mild detergent and water Be careful when r...

Page 224: ...Brake and clutch fluid High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid All Fill to line on reservoir Engine oil including filter change Motorcraft SAE 5W 30 Super Premium Motor Oil All 4 7L 5 0 quarts Fuel tank N A All 66 2L 17 5 gallons Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCONt ATF All Fill to line on reservoir Transmission fluid 1 Motorcraft MERCONtV ATF 5R55E Automatic 4x2 9 5L 10 0 quarts 2 5R5...

Page 225: ...ar Axle Lubricant Refer to Footnote 7 Windshield washer fluid Ultra Clear Windshield Washer Concentrate All 2 6L 2 7 quarts 1 Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used MERCONt and MERCONt V are not interchangeable DO NOT MIX MERCONt and MERCONt V Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide to determine the correct service interval 2 Indicates only approximate dry fill capacity Some appl...

Page 226: ... axle has been submerged in water Add 118 ml 4 oz of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ 19B546 A or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST M2C118 A for complete refill of Traction Lok axles LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford Part Name or equivalent Ford Part Number Ford Specification Body hinges latches door striker plates and rotors seat tracks fuel filler door hinge and spring hood latch auxilia...

Page 227: ...uper Premium Motor Oil XO 5W30 QSP WSS M2C153 G with API Certification Mark Automatic transmission 5R55E 1 Motorcraft MERCONtV ATF XT 5 QM MERCONtV Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCON Multi Purposet ATF XT 2 QDX MERCONt Ford conventional and Traction Lok rear axles 2 3 4 2 3 4 2 3 4 Front axle 4X4 Motorcraft SAE 80W 90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant XY 80W90 QL WSP M2C197 A Transfer case 4X4 Motor...

Page 228: ... correct service interval 2 Conventional rear axles are filled with Motorcraft SAE 80W 90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant part number XY 80W90 QL Ford specification WSP M2C197 A 3 Traction Lok rear axles are filled with Motorcraft SAE 75W 140 High Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant part number F1TZ 19780 B Ford specification WSL M2C192 A 4 Add 118 ml 4 oz of Additive Friction Modifier C8AZ 19B5...

Page 229: ...1 Overall length 4 608 181 4 4 608 181 4 2 Overall width 1 783 70 2 1 783 70 2 3 Maximum height 1 704 67 1 1 779 70 0 4 Wheelbase 2 585 101 8 2 585 101 8 5 Front track rear 1 486 58 5 1 486 58 5 1 486 58 5 1 486 58 5 Height includes roof rack P255 tire Capacities and specifications 229 ...

Page 230: ...3 5 2 4 1 Capacities and specifications 230 ...

Page 231: ...pillar on the driver s side Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal tag and is located on the 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 transmission f...

Page 232: ...y 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 about Ford Extended Service Plan cov...

Page 233: ...ship 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 Customer Relationship Center 16800 Executive Plaza Drive P O Box 6248 Dearborn Michigan 48121 1 800 392 3673 FORD TDD for the hearing impaired 1 800 232 5952 In Canada Customer Relationship Centre Ford Motor ...

Page 234: ...ification number VIN If you still have a complaint involving a warranty dispute you may wish to contact the Dispute Settlement Board U S or the Canadian Motor Vehicle Arbitration Plan CAMVAP available in all of Canada except Quebec In some states in the U S you must directly notify Ford in writing before pursuing remedies under your state s warranty laws Ford is also allowed a final repair attempt...

Page 235: ...Ford dealership sales disputes between customer and dealer except those associated with warranty repairs or concerns with the vehicle s performance as designed a request for reimbursement of consequential expenses unless a service or product concern is being reviewed items not covered by the New Vehicle Limited Warranty including maintenance and wear items alleged personal injury property damage c...

Page 236: ...wledgment indicating the file number assigned to your application the toll free phone number of the DSB s independent administrator Your dealership and a Ford Motor Company representative will then be asked to submit statements To properly review your case the Board needs the following information legible copies of all documents and maintenance or repair orders relevant to the case the year make m...

Page 237: ...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 Board mails you a decision letter and a form on which to accept or reject the Board s decision The decisions of the Board are binding on Ford and in some cases on the dealer but not on consumers who are free to pursue other remedies available to them under ...

Page 238: ...are fast fair and final the arbitrator s award is binding both to you and Ford of Canada CAMVAP services are available in all territories and provinces except Quebec For more information without charge or obligation call your CAMVAP Provincial Administrator directly at 1 800 207 0685 GETTING ASSISTANCE OUTSIDE THE U S AND CANADA Before exporting your vehicle to a foreign country contact the approp...

Page 239: ...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 rigorous engineering and safety specifications Ford Motor Company will repair or re...

Page 240: ...erature display Engine block heaters Pet net Seatback organizer Tire step Travel equipment Auto headlamps Cellular phone holder Daytime running lights Factory luggage rack cross bars Factory luggage rack adaptors bike ski cargo Fog lights Heavy duty battery Removable luggage rack cross bars round Removable luggage rack adapters bike ski etc Running boards and bars Soft luggage cover Speed control ...

Page 241: ...ded vinyl floor mats Rear air deflectors Side window air deflectors Skid plates Touch up paint Universal floor mats For maximum vehicle performance keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle When adding accessories equipment passengers and luggage to your vehicle do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle GVW...

Page 242: ...e or stall or cause the transmission to be damaged or operate improperly In addition such systems may be damaged or their performance may be affected by operating your vehicle Citizens band CB transceivers garage door openers and other transmitters with outputs of five watts or less will not ordinarily affect your vehicle s operation Ford cannot assume responsibility for any adverse effects or dam...

Page 243: ...urer has had a reasonable number of attempts to conform the vehicle to its applicable express warranties if within the first 18 months of ownership of a new vehicle or the first 29 000 km 18 000 miles whichever occurs first 1 Two or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity likely to cause death or serious bodily injury OR 2 Four or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconfor...

Page 244: ...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 245: ...xle lubricant specifications 226 228 refill capacities 224 traction lok 128 B Battery 192 acid treating emergencies 192 charging system warning light 13 jumping a disabled battery 166 maintenance free 192 replacement specifications 224 servicing 192 voltage gauge 18 Belt minder 99 Brakes 125 anti lock 125 126 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 12 126 brake warning light 12 fluid checking and...

Page 246: ...187 224 specifications 226 228 Cruise control see Speed control 57 Customer Assistance 151 Ford accessories for your vehicle 240 Ford Extended Service Plan 232 Getting assistance outside the U S and Canada 238 Getting roadside assistance 151 Getting the service you need 232 Ordering additional owner s literature 242 The Dispute Settlement Board 235 Utilizing the Mediation Arbitration Program 238 D...

Page 247: ...drive your vehicle 128 Fuel 200 calculating fuel economy 206 cap 11 205 capacity 224 choosing the right fuel 203 comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates 209 detergent in fuel 205 filling your vehicle with fuel 200 205 207 filter specifications 206 224 fuel pump shut off switch 152 gauge 19 improving fuel economy 206 octane rating 203 228 229 quality 204 running out of fuel 205 safety informati...

Page 248: ...ning 221 cluster 10 222 lighting up panel and interior 21 location of components 10 J Jack 161 positioning 161 storage 161 Jump starting your vehicle 166 K Keyless entry system 79 autolock 82 keypad 79 locking and unlocking doors 81 programming entry code 80 Keys 83 85 key in ignition chime 15 positions of the ignition 56 L Lamps bulb replacement specifications chart 216 cargo lamps 21 daytime run...

Page 249: ...ower 70 Moon roof 65 Motorcraft parts 206 224 O Octane rating 203 Odometer 17 Oil see Engine oil 177 Overdrive 63 P Panic alarm feature remote entry system 77 Parking brake 126 Parts see Motorcraft parts 224 Power distribution box see Fuses 158 Power door locks 70 Power steering 127 fluid checking and adding 188 fluid refill capacity 224 fluid specifications 226 228 Preparing to drive your vehicle...

Page 250: ...ed control 57 Speedometer 16 Starting your vehicle 120 122 jump starting 166 Steering wheel tilting 62 T Tachometer 18 Tires 161 195 196 changing 161 163 checking the pressure 196 replacing 198 rotating 197 snow tires and chains 199 tire grades 196 treadwear 195 Towing 143 recreational towing 149 trailer towing 143 wrecker 172 Traction lok rear axle 128 Transfer case fluid checking 191 Transmissio...

Page 251: ...0 Washer fluid 182 Water Driving through 143 Windows power 69 rear wiper washer 27 Windshield washer fluid and wipers 27 checking and adding fluid 182 checking and cleaning 194 195 operation 62 replacing wiper blades 194 Wrecker towing 172 Index 251 ...

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Page 256: ...uarts Use Motorcraft MERCONt V ATF 3 1 Use either green colored Motorcraft Premium Engine Coolant or yellow colored Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant 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 dipsti...

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