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Ford 2003 Econoline, Owner'S Manual

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ABS warning lamp

ABS

The

ABS

lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when

the ignition is turned to ON. If the light does not illuminate during start
up, remains on or flashes, the ABS may be disabled and may need to be
serviced.

Even when the ABS is disabled,
normal braking is still effective. (If
your BRAKE warning lamp
illuminates with the parking brake
released, have your brake system serviced immediately.)

Using ABS

When hard braking is required, apply continuous force on the brake
pedal; do not pump the brake pedal since this will reduce the
effectiveness of the ABS and will increase your vehicle’s stopping
distance. The ABS will be activated immediately, allowing you to retain
full steering control during hard braking and on slippery surfaces.
However, the ABS does not decrease stopping distance.

Parking brake

To set the parking brake (1), press
the parking brake pedal down until
the pedal stops.

To release, pull the lever (2).

Always set the parking
brake fully and make sure

that the gearshift is securely
latched in P (Park).

The BRAKE warning lamp will
illuminate and will remain
illuminated until the parking brake
is released.

The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle.
However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be sued to stop
your vehicle in an emergency. Since the parking brake applies only the
rear brakes, the vehicle’s stopping distance will increase greatly and the
handling of your vehicle will be adversely affected.

2003 Econoline

(eco)

Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt)
USA English

(fus)

Driving

117

Summary of Contents for 2003 Econoline

Page 1: ...ntrols 51 Heater only 51 Manual heating and air conditioning 52 Lights 54 Headlamps 54 Turn signal control 55 Bulb replacement 57 Driver Controls 63 Windshield wiper washer control 63 Steering wheel adjustment 64 Power windows 68 Mirrors 68 Speed control 69 Locks and Security 73 Keys 73 Locks 73 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Table of Contents Table of Contents 1 ...

Page 2: ...126 Roadside Emergencies 135 Getting roadside assistance 135 Hazard flasher switch 136 Fuel pump shut off switch 136 Fuses and relays 138 Changing tires 144 Jump starting 152 Wrecker towing 157 Customer Assistance 158 Reporting safety defects U S only 166 Cleaning 167 Underbody preservation 171 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Table of Contents 2 ...

Page 3: ...ved 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 Copyright 2002 Ford Motor Company 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt U...

Page 4: ...information is given in separate publications This Owner s Guide describes every option and model variant available and therefore some of the items covered may not apply to your particular vehicle Furthermore due to printing cycles it may describe options before they are generally available Remember to pass on the Owner s Guide when reselling the vehicle It is an integral part of the vehicle Fuel ...

Page 5: ...in SPECIAL NOTICES Emission warranty The New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper to Bumper Coverage Safety Restraint Coverage Corrosion Coverage and 7 3L Power Stroke Diesel Engine Coverage In addition your vehicle is eligible for Emissions Defect and Emissions Performance Warranties For a detailed description of what is covered and what is not covered refer to the Warranty Guide that is prov...

Page 6: ...ry Front seat mounted rear facing child or infant seats should NEVER be used in front of a passenger side air bag unless the air bag can be and is turned OFF Notice to owners of diesel powered vehicles Read the 7 3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner s Guide Supplement for information regarding correct operation and maintenance of your diesel powered light truck Notice to owners...

Page 7: ...f the driver s door You can determine whether the ambulance manufacturer followed Ford s recommendations by directly contacting that manufacturer Ford Ambulance Preparation Package is only available on certain 7 3L Diesel engine equipped vehicles Notice to owners of natural gas fueled vehicles Before you drive your vehicle be sure to read the Dedicated Natural Gas Vehicle supplement This book cont...

Page 8: ...rning Child Seat Lower Anchor Child Seat Tether Anchor Brake System Anti Lock Brake System Brake Fluid Non Petroleum Based Traction Control AdvanceTrac娂 Master Lighting Switch Hazard Warning Flasher Fog Lamps Front Fuse Compartment Fuel Pump Reset Windshield Wash Wipe Windshield Defrost Demist Rear Window Defrost Demist 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Introduction 8 ...

Page 9: ...e 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 Low tire warning 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Introduction 9 ...

Page 10: ...o check the bulb Solid illumination after the engine is started indicates the On Board Diagnostics System OBD II has detected a malfunction Refer to On board diagnostics OBD II in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter If the light is blinking engine misfire is occurring which could damage your catalytic converter Drive in a moderate fashion avoid heavy acceleration and deceleration and have y...

Page 11: ...r to stop the vehicle Have the vehicle checked by your dealer immediately Brake reserve system warning if equipped Illuminates to indicate normal Hydromax booster reserve system activation when the engine is OFF and the service brake pedal is applied This light may also illuminate momentarily if the engine is running and the driver turns the steering wheel fully in one direction while braking If t...

Page 12: ... at or near empty refer to Fuel gauge in this chapter Oil pressure Engine coolant Illuminates when any of the following conditions has occurred The engine coolant temperature is high The engine oil pressure is low Transmission control indicator light TCIL Illuminates when the overdrive function of the transmission has been turned off refer to the Driving chapter If the light flashes steadily have ...

Page 13: ...d the key is not in the ignition and the driver s door is opened GAUGES Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates engine coolant temperature At normal operating temperature the needle will be in the normal range between H and C If it enters the red section the engine is overheating Stop the vehicle as soon as safely possible switch off the engine an...

Page 14: ...de the normal operating range as indicated by arrows have the vehicle s electrical system checked as soon as possible Engine oil pressure gauge Indicates engine oil pressure The needle should stay in the normal operating range between L and H If the needle falls below the normal range stop the vehicle turn off the engine and check the engine oil level Add oil if needed If the oil level is correct ...

Page 15: ...nition is in the ON position The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion or on a grade Refer to Filling the tank in the Maintenance and Specifications chapter for more information F E 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Instrument Cluster 15 ...

Page 16: ...quency down up 3 AM FM Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode 4 Memory preset buttons To set a station Select frequency band AM FM1 FM2 tune to a station press and hold a preset button until sound returns AM FM 1 2 3 4 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems Entertainment Systems 16 ...

Page 17: ... from the right to left or the front to back if equipped 7 CLK Clock To set the hour press and hold CLK until CLOCK SET appears in the display Press SEEK to decrease or increase the hours To set the minute press and hold CLK until CLOCK SET appears in the display Press TUNE to decrease or increase the minutes VOL PUSH ON TONE CLK VOL PUSH ON TONE CLK 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt U...

Page 18: ...K Then press SEEK to decrease or increase the hours To set the minute press and hold CLK and press TUNE to decrease or increase the minutes SCAN BASS TREB BAL FADE SIDE EJ REW FF 1 2 TAPE AMS SEEK TUNE AM FM CLK 1 2 3 4 5 6 FM1 ST 13 14 15 16 17 1 2 3 4 VOL PUSH ON 12 11 10 9 6 5 8 7 CLK 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems 18 ...

Page 19: ...ward Press to advance the tape 7 Memory preset buttons To set a station Select frequency band AM FM1 FM2 tune to a station press and hold a preset button until sound returns 8 Dolby威 noise reduction Works in tape mode only Reduces tape noise and hiss press to activate deactivate 9 Scan Press SCAN to hear a brief sampling of all listenable radio stations or all tape selections Press again to stop 1...

Page 20: ...uency band in radio mode 14 Bass Press to decrease increase the bass output 15 Treble Press to decrease increase the treble output 16 EJ Eject Press to eject a tape 17 Cassette door Insert a cassette into the cassette door EJ 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems 20 ...

Page 21: ...he label side up CD unit are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm 4 75 in audio compact discs only Due to technical incompatibility certain recordable and re recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players Irregular shaped CDs CDs with a scratch protection film attached and CDs with homemade paper adhesive labels should SCAN 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide p...

Page 22: ...ing 6 Tape Press to start tape play Press to stop tape during rewind fast forward CD Press to start CD play With the dual media audio press CD to toggle between single CD and CD changer play if equipped 7 Mute Press to MUTE playing media press again return to playing media 8 Auto Press to set first six strongest stations if available into AM FM1 or FM2 memory buttons press again to return to norma...

Page 23: ...CD Press to play tracks in random order 13 Compression CD Press to bring soft and loud passages together for a more consistent listening level 14 Dolby威 noise reduction Works in tape mode only Reduces tape noise and hiss press to activate deactivate The Dolby威 noise reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation Dolby威 and the double D symbol are regis...

Page 24: ... SEL to decrease increase the bass output Treble Press TREB then press SEL to decrease increase the treble output 20 Tune Works in radio mode only Press TUNE to change frequency down up 21 Seek Press and release SEEK for previous next strong station selection or track 22 AM FM Press to select AM FM1 FM2 frequency band FF 2 REW 1 SEL SEEK TUNE SEEK TUNE 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt...

Page 25: ...together for a more consistent listening level Press the COMP control until COMP ON is displayed 4 Mute Press to MUTE playing media press again return to playing media 5 Eject Press to eject a CD Press and hold to eject all loaded discs If disc is not removed it will reload into the system Works with the ignition on or off LOAD EJ SHUF MUTE SEL BAL BASS FADE TREB SCAN PUSH ON CD 1 2 3 4 5 6 MENU A...

Page 26: ...mode and Program type mode 10 Memory presets To set a station Select frequency band AM FM1 FM2 tune to a station press and hold a preset button until sound returns 11 CD Press to select CD mode 12 AM FM Press to select AM FM1 FM2 frequency band In CD mode press to begin radio play Autostore Stores the six strongest stations without erasing your current presets To activate press and momentarily hol...

Page 27: ...io frequency band SCAN automatically finds a station plays it for five seconds then moves to the next station Press again to stop CD Press SCAN for a brief sampling of CD tracks Press again to stop 17 Disc tune Radio Press or to manually tune down or up the radio frequency band CD Press to select the previous track or to select the next track on the CD 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt...

Page 28: ...tomatically activated when the vehicle ignition and the audio system are ON 2 If a movie is desired insert a VHS cassette into the VCP and the video should start playing 3 Press the MEDIA control to toggle to any other desired media source 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Entertainment Systems 28 ...

Page 29: ...e videocassettes It also allows you to plug in and play a variety of standard video games Please review this user manual to become familiar with the AutoVision威 features and controls as well as the very important safety information Should you have any questions regarding your AutoVision威 System please feel free to call the toll free assistance hotline at 1 877 848 6434 Safety information Read all ...

Page 30: ...lit or damaged Carefully place cords and or cables where they will not be stepped on or interfere with the operation of seats and or compartments Disconnect video games and video equipment power cords and or cables when not in use Avoid touching auxiliary input jacks with your fingers Do not blow on them or allow them to get wet or dirty Do not clean any part of the AutoVision威 system with benzene...

Page 31: ...or a long period of time wait until the cabin temperature of the vehicle is at normal temperature before operating the system High low temperature sensor circuit Excessively high or low temperatures may cause damage to the VCP When the temperature of the VCP becomes too high or low the temperature sensor circuit stops machine operation ejects the cassette and the WAIT indicator illuminates The lam...

Page 32: ...midity cause dirty heads Dirty heads generally cause snowy pictures and in some severe cases blurred or interrupted pictures A variety of products are available at video stores to clean tape heads Use these products sparingly because some are abrasive to the video heads If normal head cleaning procedures do not resolve the problem have the system checked by a service technician Foreign substances ...

Page 33: ...anism will continue to create tension on the tape When the VCP is in still playback FFWD fast forward or REW reverse mode for more than five minutes the tape protection circuit automatically returns the system to PLAY mode to avoid damage to the tape Your AutoVision System is also equipped with a Dew sensor circuit and a High low temperature sensor circuit For more information on these circuits pl...

Page 34: ... when in PLAYBACK mode If in STOP mode the tape will rewind at a high speed 5 FAST FORWARD CUE button Press to enter forward picture search mode when in PLAYBACK mode If in STOP mode the tape will fast forward at a high speed 6 STOP button Press to stop the tape 7 HEADPHONE VOLUME UP DOWN KEYS button For home use only please refer to the In Home Use section 8 EJECT button Located inside the videoc...

Page 35: ...dvance button Press to temporarily suspend playback Press again to make the tape advance one frame at a time 4 RETRACKING button Press to activate Auto Tracking in the playback mode 5 TRACKING button Press for manual tape tracking 6 TRACKING button Press for manual tape tracking 7 PLAY button Press to play the tape 1 5 8 10 3 2 6 9 4 7 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus ...

Page 36: ...e control unit uses two AAA batteries The need for battery replacement is usually indicated if the remote control only functions at extremely close distances to the entertainment center or not at all When replacing batteries use two new batteries alkaline recommended and install with correct orientation and polarities Ensure that you use only new batteries of the same brand If you will not be usin...

Page 37: ...any of the available media sources Once the headphone mode is activated the symbol will appear in the radio display Press the memory preset controls 3 and 5 simultaneously on the front audio controls to disable the AutoVision威 controls They will remain disabled until the front seat passengers enable them again by simultaneously pressing the 3 and 5 preset controls The settings of the front seat co...

Page 38: ...dio Feature The Personal Audio Feature allows the rear seat passengers to listen to one media source radio TAPE CD CDDJ VCP or AUX while the front seat passengers listen to another To activate press the control and plug a 3 5mm headphone into the headphone jack With the headphones ON the rear speakers will not operate Press the MEDIA control to toggle to the desired media source Use the SEEK VOLUM...

Page 39: ... The rear seat passengers have control over the desired volume levels Media select Press the MEDIA control to toggle between AM FM1 FM2 TAPE CD CDDJ VCP and AUX modes When selected the media source will illuminate AM AM radio frequency band FM1 FM2 FM radio frequency bands TAPE cassette tape if equipped CD single cd player if equipped CDDJ compact disc changer if equipped VCP video cassette player...

Page 40: ... is enabled In radio mode AM FM1 FM2 Press the control to find the next listenable station down the frequency band Press the control to find the next listenable station up the frequency band In tape mode press the SEEK control to access the previous or the next selection In CD mode press the SEEK control to access the previous or the next track In CDDJ mode press the SEEK control to access the pre...

Page 41: ...e screen General operation When the engine is not running use the system sparingly otherwise it will run the battery down Do not leave the videocassette in the VCP overnight or for long periods of time When the ignition is turned ON audio is through the headphones as LOW volume Press the control to increase volume To listen through the vehicle s speaker system press the speaker button on the media...

Page 42: ...assette 1 Open the console cover open the VCP cover and press the STOP button 2 Press the EJECT button Do not insert any foreign substances into the cassette compartment After removing the cassette from the VCP close the door When the engine is turned OFF the cassette is ejected from the compartment To play a video game 1 Connect the video line from your video game device to the YELLOW jack 2 Conn...

Page 43: ...The playback picture becomes still 2 Press the STILL F ADV key again Each time the control is pressed the pictures are played back one frame at a time The still playback feature can also be used in REW reverse mode If still playback or frame to frame playback is engaged for five minutes or longer the VCP will automatically begin playback to protect the tape Automatic tracking is automatically acti...

Page 44: ...for identification purposes They are as follows YELLOW 1 video input WHITE 2 left channel audio input RED 3 right channel audio input Press the MEDIA control until AUX is illuminated in the control panel This will allow you to view the video and listen to the audio from the auxiliary input To listen to another audio source while viewing video from the auxiliary input press the MEDIA control until ...

Page 45: ...ally switched to VCP This will override any other selections currently made Indications on the VCP The operation and status of the VCP can be checked by the indications appearing on the LED display 1 The Power indicator flashes on during POWER ON and will blink when in emergency mode 2 The HI FI indicator illuminates when a HI FI tape is loaded 3 The HP1 indicator illuminates when the headphone ja...

Page 46: ...nates when a videocassette is ejected from the system Flashes during emergency mode Illuminates during power on when there is not a videocassette present in the system Illuminates during power off when there is not a cassette present in the system Illuminates when the videocassette is in REW rewind mode Illuminates when the videocassette is in FF fast forward mode 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide p...

Page 47: ...ensor is activated for high humidity In home use Your AutoVision威 system is UL registered for in home use This system has the unique feature of also being completely portable and able to be used in your home To remove your AutoVision威 system from your vehicle depress the lever on the center console labeled VCP RELEASE This will release the VCP and enable you to remove the system from the vehicle I...

Page 48: ...ectors These parts are available in your local electronics store or call toll free 1 877 848 6434 for assistance Auxiliary jacks for home use 1 VIDEO OUT Connect this terminal to the VIDEO IN terminal of your display LCD TV 2 DC jack in Connect this jack to the DC source DC 12V 3 AUDIO OUT LR Connect these terminal s to the AUDIO IN terminals of your display LCD TV 2 1 3 2003 Econoline eco Owners ...

Page 49: ...M 87 7 87 9 107 7 107 9 MHz RADIO RECEPTION FACTORS There are three factors that can affect radio reception Distance strength The further you travel from an FM station the weaker the signal and the weaker the reception Terrain Hills mountains tall buildings power lines electric fences traffic lights and thunderstorms can interfere with your reception Station overload When you pass a broadcast towe...

Page 50: ...f time Insert more than one disc into each slot of the CD changer magazine Clean using a circular motion CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm 4 75 in audio compact discs only Due to technical incompatibility certain recordable and re recordable compact discs may not function correctly when used in Ford CD players Irregular shaped CDs CDs with a scratch protection film attached ...

Page 51: ...de air through the windshield defroster vents Operating tips To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather place the air flow selector in the position To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle during cold or warm weather do not drive with the air flow selector in the OFF position Under normal weather conditions do not leave the air flow selector in OFF when the vehicle is park...

Page 52: ...recirculated air to cool the vehicle Air flows from the instrument panel vents only A C Uses outside air to cool the vehicle Air flows from the instrument panel vents only Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents O OFF Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents and the floor vents Distributes outside air through...

Page 53: ... instrument panel vents close the vents located in the middle of the instrument panel Do not place objects on top of the instrument panel as these objects may become projectiles in a collision or sudden stop AUXILIARY SYSTEM IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle may be equipped with auxiliary climate controls which allow you to control the airflow level in the rear of the vehicle The front controls will still ...

Page 54: ...g lamp or autolamp position Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or during inclement weather The Daytime Running Lamp DRL system does not activate with your tail lamps and generally may not provide adequate lighting during these conditions Failure to activate your headlamps under these conditions may result in a collision High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activa...

Page 55: ...e dimmer control fully counterclockwise The dome lamp will not illuminate if the control switch is in the OFF position AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed at the assembly plant If your vehicle has been in an accident the alignment of your headlamps should be checked by a qualified service technician TURN SIGNAL CONTROL Push down to activate the left turn signal Pu...

Page 56: ...he headlamp control is rotated fully counterclockwise or when an door is opened With the ignition key in the ACC or ON position the rear dome lamp can be turned ON or OFF by sliding the control Cargo and dome lamps without rear headliner If your vehicle is equipped with a bypass switch on the rear dome lamp all of the dome lamps may be turned off only with the rear doors open While the switch is i...

Page 57: ...orized D O T for North America and an E for Europe to assure lamp performance light brightness and pattern and safe visibility The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time Function Number of bulbs Trade number Headlamps low series 2 H5054 Headlamps high series 2 9007 Park lamp and turn signal front 2 3157 AK Back up ...

Page 58: ...amp switch is in the OFF position and open the hood 2 Push each clip tab toward the engine compartment and lift upward to the stop position then remove the headlamp assembly 3 Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward 4 Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise and slide the ring off the plastic base 5 Pull the bulb straight out 2003 Econoline eco O...

Page 59: ...1 Make sure headlamp switch is in the OFF position and open the hood 2 Remove the two headlamp screws and bezel from the headlamp housing 3 Remove the four headlamp bulb retaining screws and the retaining ring 4 Remove the headlamp 5 Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb and remove the bulb To install the new bulb follow the removal procedures in reverse order Replacing front parking l...

Page 60: ...Replacing high mount brakelamp bulbs The interior cargo lamp if equipped on vehicles without a rear headliner will have to be removed from under the high mount brakelamp assembly located inside the vehicle Then 1 Remove the two screws from the high mount brakelamp assembly and lift the lamp from the vehicle 2 Remove the bulb socket from the lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise 3 Carefully pul...

Page 61: ...new bulb follow the removal procedures in reverse order Replacing tail lamp turn backup lamp bulbs 1 Turn the headlamp switch to the OFF position and then remove the four screws and the lamp assembly from vehicle 2 Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly 3 Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb To install the lamp follow the removal pr...

Page 62: ... Make sure the headlamp switch is in the OFF position 2 Remove the four screws and the lamp from the lamp assembly 3 Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Lights 62 ...

Page 63: ...sh and hold the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for up to ten seconds Changing the wiper blades 1 Pull the wiper arm away from the vehicle Turn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the arm 2 Attach the new wiper to the wiper arm and press it into place until a click i...

Page 64: ...er adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving OVERHEAD CONSOLE IF EQUIPPED The appearance of your vehicle s overhead console will vary according to your option package Storage compartment if equipped Press the OPEN control to open the storage compartment The door will open slightly and can be moved to full open The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or a similar object ...

Page 65: ...ss the GARAGE control to activate the transmitter Electronic compass temperature display if equipped Outside air temperature The outside temperature display is contained in the overhead console The temperature display can be turned off and on by pressing the SELECT control on the overhead console The temperature can be displayed in Centigrade or Fahrenheit by pressing the SELECT control If the out...

Page 66: ...ferring to the zone map 2 Turn the ignition to the ON position 3 Press and hold the SELECT control until VAR appears in the display then release The display should show the current zone number 4 Press the SELECT control until the desired zone number appears The display will flash and then return to normal operation The zone is now updated Compass calibration adjustment Perform this adjustment in a...

Page 67: ...rtable email devices in vehicle communications systems telematics devices and portable two way radios A driver s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is to avoid distractions and pay attention to the road Wait until it is safe to operate Mobile Communications Equipment AUXILIARY POWER POINT Power outlets are designed for a...

Page 68: ...d the top part of the rocker switch to close the window POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS IF EQUIPPED 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 the adjust function Spotter mirror if equipped Move the mirror manually to increase side and rear visibility 2003...

Page 69: ...OL IF EQUIPPED With speed control set you can maintain a speed of 48 km h 30 mph or more without keeping your foot on the accelerator pedal Speed control does not work at speeds below 48 km h 30 mph Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding slippery or unpaved Setting speed control The controls for using your speed control are located on the steering wheel for your...

Page 70: ...previously set speed The RES control will not work if the vehicle speed is not faster than 48 km h 30 mph Increasing speed while using speed control There are two ways to set a higher speed Press and hold the SET ACCEL control until you get to the desired speed then release the control You can also use the SET ACCEL control to operate the Tap Up function Press and release this control to increase ...

Page 71: ...Depress the brake pedal until the desired vehicle speed is reached press the SET ACCEL control Turning off speed control There are two ways to turn off the speed control Depress the brake pedal or the clutch pedal if equipped This will not erase your vehicle s previously set speed Press the speed control OFF control Note When you turn off the speed control or the ignition your speed control set sp...

Page 72: ...aneuvers in these vehicles Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increase risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death CARGO ORGANIZER IF EQUIPPED Your vehicle comes equipped with a cargo organizer located on the floor of the cargo area To open lift the cargo organizer up to the upright position pull the front panel away from the rear panel sliding it to the ...

Page 73: ...o lock all doors Memory lock If you lock your doors with the power lock switch or the remote transmitter while the sliding door is open the door will automatically lock after it is closed Back cargo door lock if equipped The passenger side rear cargo door has a power door lock control mounted on the inside of the door When this lock is pressed all doors will lock unlock U L 2003 Econoline eco Owne...

Page 74: ...h the remote entry system make sure to take ALL remote entry transmitters with you to the dealership this will aid in troubleshooting the problem Unlocking the doors 1 Press and release to unlock the driver s door Note The interior lamps and puddle lamps if equipped will illuminate 2 Press and release again within three seconds to unlock all the doors Locking the doors 1 Press and release to lock ...

Page 75: ...ide the remote entry transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery 4 Snap the two halves back together Note Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitter to become deprogrammed from your vehicle The remote transmitter should operate normally after battery replacement Replacing lost remote entry transmitters If you would like to have your remote entry transmitter reprogr...

Page 76: ... remote entry transmitter 9 Turn the ignition to the OFF position after you have finished programming all of the remote entry transmitters 10 The doors will lock then unlock to confirm that the programming mode has been exited Illuminated entry The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to unlock the door s or sound the personal alarm The illuminated entry system will turn ...

Page 77: ...e the risk of injury in a collision or sudden stop Adjusting the front manual seat Never adjust the driver s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips Lift handle to move seat forward or backward 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints Seating and Saf...

Page 78: ...ontrol clockwise to increase firmness Turn the lumbar support control counterclockwise to increase softness Adjusting the front power seat if equipped The control is located on the outboard side of the seat cushion Press to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints 78 ...

Page 79: ...ackward up or down Quick release captains chair To remove the seat 1 Disengage the lap shoulder belt from the seat by inserting a key or small screwdriver into the slot in the detachable anchor and lifting upward 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints 79 ...

Page 80: ...at engagement Never attempt to adjust the seat while the vehicle is in motion 1 Position the seat to the floor mount 2 Engage the four pins into the floor mount hole and push the seat toward the left side of the vehicle to fully engage 3 Pull the seat latch handle downward to lock the seat in position 4 Make sure the safety belt is not twisted then insert the seat belt tongue into detachable ancho...

Page 81: ...o the seat belt webbing and the trim panel REAR BENCH SEAT To remove the seats 1 Disengage the lap shoulder belt from the seat by inserting a key or small screwdriver into the slot in the detachable anchor and lifting upward 2nd row passenger side only Stow the tongue end of the detachable anchor 2nd row only 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restrain...

Page 82: ... hooks and aligning them with the rear strikers 3 Engage the LH RH latch rod hook ends in the front striker locking holes 4 Rotate the LH RH latch handles forward and at the same time slide the seat assembly forward to engage the strikers Continue forward movement until the seat reaches the end of its travel 5 Make sure the safety belt is not twisted then insert the seat belt tongue into detachabl...

Page 83: ...d Do not allow people to ride in any area of your vehicle that is not equipped with seats and safety belts Be sure everyone in your vehicle is in a seat and using a safety belt properly In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt Each seating position in your vehicle has a specific safety belt assembly which is made up of one buckl...

Page 84: ...ts in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts The front outboard passenger and rear seat outboard safety belts have two types of locking modes described below Vehicle sensitive mode This is the normal retractor mode which allows free shoulder belt length adjustment to your movements and locking in response to vehicle movement For example if the driver brakes suddenly or turns a corner s...

Page 85: ...ts for children or Safety seats for children later in this chapter How to use the automatic locking mode Buckle the combination lap and shoulder belt Grasp the shoulder portion and pull downward until the entire belt is pulled out 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 How to disengage the au...

Page 86: ...pped with safety belt pretensioners at the driver and front passenger seating positions The safety belt pretensioner is a device which removes excess webbing from the safety belt system The safety belt pretensioner uses the same crash sensor system as the front air bag supplemental restraint system SRS When the safety belt pretensioner deploys webbing from the lap and shoulder belt is tightened Th...

Page 87: ...fectiveness of the seat belt and increase the risk of injury in a collision Lap belts Adjusting the center lap belt The lap belt does not adjust automatically The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around the hips not across the waist Insert the tongue into the correct buckle the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from To lengthen the belt turn the tongue at a righ...

Page 88: ...N position The safety belt warning light illuminates and the warning chime sounds 4 8 seconds The driver s safety belt is buckled while the indicator light is illuminated and the warning chime is sounding The safety belt warning light and warning chime turn off The driver s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position The indicator chime will remain off and the sa...

Page 89: ...belt is buckled The driver s safety belt is buckled while the safety belt indicator light is illuminated and the safety belt warning chime is sounding The BeltMinder feature will not activate The driver s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position The BeltMinder feature will not activate The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts All...

Page 90: ...kle 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 younger brothers sisters imitate behavior they see I have an air bag Air bags offer greater protection when used with safety belts Frontal airbags are not designed to inflate in rear and side crashes or rollover...

Page 91: ... 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 at least one minute after the safety belt warning light turns off Steps 3 5 must be completed within 60 seconds or the procedure will have to be repea...

Page 92: ... the end of the webbing on the label Also use the safety belt extension only if the safety belt is too short for you when fully extended Do not use extensions to change the fit of the shoulder belt across the torso Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks tears o...

Page 93: ...SRS precautions The SRS 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 there is a risk of injury from a deploying air bag All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always properly wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide p...

Page 94: ...g module Placing objects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causing serious injury Do not attempt to service repair or modify the air bag supplemental restraint systems or its fuses See your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer Modifying or adding equipment to the front end of the vehicle including frame bumper front end ...

Page 95: ... does the air bag supplemental restraint system work The air bag SRS is designed to activate when the vehicle sustains a longitudinal deceleration sufficient to cause the air bag sensors to close an electrical circuit that initiates air bag inflation The fact that the air bags did not inflate in a collision does not mean that something is wrong with the system Rather it means the forces were not s...

Page 96: ... occupants be properly restrained as far away from the air bag module as possible while maintaining vehicle control The SRS consists of driver and passenger air bag modules which include the inflators and air bags one or more impact and safing sensors a readiness light and tone a diagnostic module and the electrical wiring which connects the components The diagnostic module monitors its own intern...

Page 97: ...your local dealership or qualified technician Air bags MUST BE disposed of by qualified personnel SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children Also see Air bag supplemental restraint system SRS in this chapter for special instructions about using air bags Important child restraint precautions You are required by law ...

Page 98: ...in the 2nd row and using top tether straps for added protection For more information on top tether straps see Attaching safety seats with tether straps in this section Any booster seat that places the vehicle s lap belt or shoulder belt around a shield above and ahead of the child s hips should not be used in this vehicle Do not use a forward facing safety seat or an infant seat in the last row of...

Page 99: ...oss the hips and the knees bend comfortably Booster seats also make the shoulder belt fit better and more comfortably for growing children When children should use booster seats Children need to use booster seats from the time they outgrow the toddler seat until they are big enough for the vehicle seat and lap shoulder belt to fit properly Generally this is when they weigh about 80 lbs about 8 to ...

Page 100: ...can be used in any vehicle in a seating position equipped with lap shoulder belts if your child is over 40 lbs The shoulder belt should cross the chest resting snugly on the center of the shoulder The lap belt should rest low and snug across the hips never up high across the stomach If the booster seat slides on the vehicle seat placing a rubberized mesh sold as shelf or carpet liner under the boo...

Page 101: ...can slide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in a collision SAFETY SEATS FOR CHILDREN Child and infant or child safety seats Use a safety seat that is recommended for the size and weight of the child Carefully follow all of the manufacturer s instructions with the safety seat you put in your vehicle If you do not install and use the safety seat properly the child may be injured ...

Page 102: ...ckling For the front passenger seat place seat back in upright position Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode Refer to Automatic locking mode passenger side front and outboard rear seating positions if equipped Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tether strap Install the child safety seat in a seating position which is capable of providing a tether anchorage For...

Page 103: ... a child in a child seat If you must use a forward facing child seat in the front seat move seat all the way back 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 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints 103 ...

Page 104: ...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 6 Allow the belt to retract The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode ...

Page 105: ...ocking mode you should not be able to pull more belt out If the retractor is not locked unbuckle the belt and repeat steps two through nine Check to make sure the child seat is properly secured before each use Attaching safety seats with tether straps Children should be placed in the rear in an appropriate child safety seat that is properly secured to the vehicle When using forward facing child sa...

Page 106: ...ssenger seating position The tether can be attached directly to the rear of the front seat 1 Position the child safety seat on the front right hand passenger seat 2 Adjust the front right hand passenger seat full forward 3 Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the front right hand passenger seat as shown 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and ...

Page 107: ...Refer to the instructions in this section under Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions to secure the child safety seat 7 Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer s instructions 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints 107 ...

Page 108: ...k of the left hand or right hand second row bucket seat 3 Clip the tether strap hook to the seat pedestal at the location shown 4 Refer to the instructions in this section under Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions to secure the child safety seat 5 Tighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer s instructions 2003 Econoline ...

Page 109: ...h seat place the child safety seat on the center position 2 Route the child safety tether strap over the back of 3 Passenger bench seat 3 Clip the tether strap hook to the tether bracket mounted under rear rail of seat cushion frame 4 Refer to the instructions in this section under installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions to secure the child safety seat ...

Page 110: ...o two anchors at certain seating positions in your vehicle This type of child seat eliminates the need to use seat belts to attach the child seat For forward facing child seats the tether strap must also be attached to the proper tether anchor See Attaching safety seats with tether straps in this chapter Your vehicle may be equipped with LATCH anchors for child seat installation at the seating pos...

Page 111: ...ther strap anchors Never attach two LATCH child safety seats to the same anchor In a crash one anchor may not be strong enough to hold two child safety seat attachments and may break causing serious injury or death 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Seating and Safety Restraints 111 ...

Page 112: ...n when the child is seated in it Keep the tether strap just snug without lifting the front of the child seat Keeping the child seat just touching the vehicle seat gives the best protection in a severe crash Each time you use the safety seat check that the seat is properly attached to the lower anchors and tether anchor Try to tilt the child seat from side to side Also try to tug the seat forward C...

Page 113: ...cal circuits operational Warning lights illuminated Key position when driving 5 START cranks the engine Release the key as soon as the engine starts Preparing to start your vehicle Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system This system meets all Canadian Interference Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise When sta...

Page 114: ...ortant safety precautions When the engine starts the idle RPM runs faster to warm the engine If the engine idle speed does not slow down automatically have the vehicle checked The following starting instructions are for vehicles equipped with a gasoline engine if your vehicle is equipped with a Diesel engine refer to Starting the engine in the your Diesel owner guide supplement Before starting the...

Page 115: ...ate have the vehicle serviced If the driver s safety belt is fastened the light may not illuminate Starting the engine 1 Turn the key to 4 ON without turning the key to 5 START 2 Turn the key to 5 START then release the key as soon as the engine starts Excessive cranking could damage the starter 1 2 3 4 5 3 2 1 5 4 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Driving 115 ...

Page 116: ...ehicle have your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes Important ventilating information If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of time open the windows at least 2 5 cm one inch or adjust the heating or air conditioning to bring in fresh air BRAKES Occasional brake noise is normal If a metal to metal continuous grinding or c...

Page 117: ...allowing you to retain full steering control during hard braking and on slippery surfaces However the ABS does not decrease stopping distance Parking brake To set the parking brake 1 press the parking brake pedal down until the pedal stops To release pull the lever 2 Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P Park The BRAKE warning lamp will illumi...

Page 118: ... a standard rear axle PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles In a rollover crash an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a safety belt Your vehicle has larger tires and increased ground clearance giving the vehicle a higher center of gravity than a passenger car Vehicles with a hig...

Page 119: ...le experience handling the van This experience will help make each trip safer The van should be operated at a safe speed which in some conditions may be less than the posted speed limit Further all occupants should be properly restrained Most people killed in rollover crashes in 15 passenger vans were unbelted Occupants can dramatically reduce their risk of being killed or seriously injured in a r...

Page 120: ...rakelamps are working Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P Park Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle If the parking brake is fully released but the brake warning lamp remains illuminated the brakes may not be working properly See your dealer or a qualified service technician Understanding the gearshift p...

Page 121: ...onomy Transmission operates in gears one through four Overdrive can be deactivated by pressing the transmission control switch on the end of the gearshift lever This will illuminate the O D OFF lamp and activate Drive Drive not shown Drive is activated when the transmission control switch is pressed This position allows for all forward gears except overdrive O D OFF lamp is illuminated Provides en...

Page 122: ...ssion electronically controls the shift quality by using an adaptive learning strategy The adaptive learning strategy is maintained by power from the battery When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed the transmission must relearn its adaptive strategy Optimal shifting will resume within a few hundred kilometers miles of operation If the shift quality does not improve within a ...

Page 123: ...eath If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by shifting from forward and reverse gears stopping between shifts in a steady pattern Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating temperature or damage to the transmission may occur Do not rock the vehicle for more than a ...

Page 124: ... four wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off road conditions Avoid sharp turns excessive speed and abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles Failure to drive cautiously could result in an increased risk of loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover personal injury and death ...

Page 125: ...weight of the driver from the GCWR for the towing vehicle Maximum Trailer Weight Maximum weight of a trailer the loaded vehicle including occupants and cargo is permitted to tow It is determined by subtracting the weight of the loaded trailer towing vehicle from the GCWR for the towing vehicle Trailer Weight Range Specified range of trailer weight from zero to the maximum trailer weight rating Rem...

Page 126: ...ing cargo and people may raise the center of gravity of the vehicle Calculating the load your vehicle can carry tow 1 Use the appropriate maximum GCWR chart in the Trailer Towing section in this chapter for your type of engine and rear axle ratio 2 Weigh your vehicle without cargo To obtain correct weights take your vehicle to a shipping company or an inspection station for trucks 3 Subtract your ...

Page 127: ... 3039 6700 5 52 60 E 150 Regular Van 7 and 8 passenger 7000 GVWR 4 2L 3 55 4536 10000 2132 4700 5 52 60 4 6L 3 55 5216 11500 2767 6100 5 52 60 5 4L 3 55 5443 12000 2948 6500 5 52 60 E 250 Regular Van 7200 GVWR 4 2L 3 73 4763 10500 2313 5100 5 52 60 E 250 Regular Van Conversion 7900 GVWR 5 4L 3 73 5897 13000 3402 7500 5 52 60 E 250 Regular Van 8600 GVWR 4 2L 4 10 4990 11000 2540 5600 5 52 60 5 4L 3...

Page 128: ...2 60 E 350 Regular Van Crew 9500 GVWR 5 4L 3 55 5443 12000 2767 6100 5 52 60 5 4L 4 10 5897 13000 3221 7100 5 52 60 6 8L 3 73 6804 15000 4082 9000 5 52 60 6 8L 4 10 8391 18500 4536 10000 5 52 60 E 350 Extended Van 9400 GVWR 5 4L 3 55 5443 12000 2812 6200 5 52 60 5 4L 4 10 5897 13000 3266 7200 5 52 60 6 8L 3 73 6804 15000 4082 9000 5 52 60 6 8L 4 10 8391 18500 4536 10000 5 52 60 E 350 Extended Van ...

Page 129: ...5 passenger 9100 GVWR 5 4L 3 55 5443 12000 2540 5600 5 52 60 5 4L 4 10 5897 13000 2994 6600 5 52 60 E 350 Extended Wagon 15 passenger 9300 GVWR 6 8L 3 73 6804 15000 3856 8500 5 52 60 6 8L 4 10 8391 18500 4536 10000 5 52 60 E 350 Cutaway 138 wheelbase single rear wheel 9600 GVWR 5 4L 4 10 5897 13000 3629 8000 5 52 60 6 8L 4 10 8391 18500 4536 10000 5 52 60 E 350 Cutaway 138 wheelbase dual rear whee...

Page 130: ... 3538 7800 5 52 60 6 8L 4 10 4 56 8391 18500 4536 10000 5 52 60 E 250 Stripped Chassis Single rear wheel 8600 GVWR 4 2L 4 09 4990 11000 3311 7300 5 52 60 E 350 Stripped Chassis 138 wheelbase 9600 GVWR 5 4L 3 55 4 10 5897 13000 3992 8800 5 52 60 6 8L 4 10 8391 18500 4536 10000 5 52 60 E 350 Stripped Chassis 158 wheelbase 9600 GVWR 5 4L 3 55 4 10 5897 13000 3946 8700 5 52 60 6 8L 4 10 8391 18500 453...

Page 131: ...cond unit body weight cargo and passengers from the GCW Otherwise maximum trailer weight is 4536 kg 10000 lbs For high altitude operation reduce GCWR by 2 per 300 meters 1000 ft elevation To determine the maximum trailer weight designed for your particular vehicle as equipped follow the section Calculating the load your vehicle can tow carry earlier in this chapter Your vehicle s load capacity is ...

Page 132: ...k for turning corners If you use a rental trailer follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to you Do not attach safety chains to the bumper Trailer brakes Electric brakes and manual automatic or surge type trailer brakes are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer s specifications The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal regulations Do not connect a trailer s ...

Page 133: ... First 1 on very steep hills Do not apply your brakes continuously as they may overheat and become less effective Servicing after towing If you tow a trailer for long distances your vehicle will require more frequent service intervals Refer to your scheduled maintenance guide for more information Trailer towing tips Practice turning stopping and backing up before starting on a trip to get the feel...

Page 134: ... lubricant any time the axle has been submerged in water Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changed unless a leak is suspected or repair required RECREATIONAL TOWING ALL WHEELS ON THE GROUND An example of recreational towing would be towing your vehicle on a trip behind a motorhome Follow these guidelines if you have the need for recreational towing your vehicle with all four ...

Page 135: ...ents or getting stuck in the mud or snow are covered some exclusions apply such as impound towing or repossession Canadian customers refer to your Owner Information Guide for information on coverage period exact fuel amounts towing of your disabled vehicle emergency travel expense reimbursement travel planning benefits USING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE Complete the roadside assistance identification card ...

Page 136: ...istance expiring For more information and enrollment contact 1 877 294 2582 or visit our website at www ford ca HAZARD FLASHER The hazard flasher is located on the steering column just behind the steering wheel The hazard flashers will operate when the ignition is in any position Push in the flasher control and all front and rear direction signals will flash Press the flasher control again to turn...

Page 137: ...ed on a bracket above the brake pedal To reset the switch 1 Turn the ignition OFF 2 Check the fuel system for leaks 3 If no leaks are apparent reset the switch by pushing in on the reset button 4 Turn the ignition ON 5 Wait a few seconds and return the key to OFF 6 Make another check of leaks 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies 137 ...

Page 138: ... 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 Pink 40A Orange Green Green 50A Red Red Red 60A Blue Yellow 70A Tan Brown 80A Natural Black Passenger compartment ...

Page 139: ...ing switch Diesel only 3 15A Main light switch RKE module Radio Instrument illumination VCP and video screens Overhead console 4 15A Power locks w RKE Illuminated entry Warning chime Modified vehicle Main light switch Courtesy lamps 5 20A RKE module Power lock switches Memory lock Power locks with RKE 1 2 3 4 5 7 6 8 9 10 11 42 43 44 13 12 14 15 16 17 19 18 20 21 22 23 25 24 26 27 28 29 31 30 32 3...

Page 140: ... 15A Brake pressure switch Multi function switch hazards Brake lamp switch Brake lamps 12 15A Transmission Range TR sensor Backup lamps Auxiliary battery relay 13 15A Blend door actuator A C heater Function selector switch 14 5A Instrument cluster air bag and charge indicator 15 5A Trailer battery charge relay 16 30A Power seats 17 Not used 18 Not used 19 10A Air bag diagnostic monitor 20 5A Overd...

Page 141: ...20A Power point 1 40 30A Modified vehicle 41 30A Modified vehicle 42 Not used 43 20A C B Power windows 44 Not used Either Fuse 21 or Circuit breaker 43 will be present for power windows Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment The power distribution box contains high current fuses that protect your vehicle s main electrical systems from overloads Alway...

Page 142: ...uster Voltmeter 5 10A Right trailer turn signal 6 10A Left trailer turn signal 7 20A Clearance lamps 8 60A I P fuses 4 5 10 11 16 22 23 28 32 38 9 30A PCM power relay Engine compartment fuse 4 10 60A Auxiliary battery relay Engine compartment fuses 14 22 11 30A IDM relay Diesel only 12 60A Engine compartment fuses 25 27 13 50A Blower motor relay blower motor A B 3 2 1 4 6 5 7 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8...

Page 143: ...ion switch Fuse panel 24 20A Natural gas tank valves NGV only 25 20A NGV module NGV only 26 10A A C clutch 4 2L only 27 15A DRL module Horn relay 28 PCM diode 29 Not used A Marker lamps relay B Stop lamp relay C Trailer backup lamps relay D Trailer running lamps relay E Trailer battery charge relay F IDM relay Diesel only A C clutch relay 4 2L only G PCM relay H Blower motor relay J Horn relay K F...

Page 144: ...ve the thumb screw and anti theft bracket If finger pressure will not remove the thumb screw use the lug wrench to loosen the screw 2 Remove the access cover from the rubber strip behind the left door 3 Remove the jack handle from the right side compartment and insert the tip of the jack handle through the access hole and into the tube 4 Turn the jack handle counterclockwise until the cable is sla...

Page 145: ...e engine off 5 Block the wheel that is diagonally opposite the tire you are changing On E 450 vehicles the parking brake is on the transmission Therefore the vehicle will not be prevented from moving when a rear wheel is lifted even if the parking brake is applied Be sure to block both directions of the wheel that is diagonally opposite to the wheel that is being lifted If the vehicle slips off th...

Page 146: ...ack is located in the rear right hand side of the cargo area E 350 chassis cab vehicles jack is strapped to a bracket behind the driver s seat 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies 146 ...

Page 147: ... tire off the ground Replacing the tire 1 Assemble the jack handle sections together and lock into the jack Use the jack handle to slide the jack under the vehicle To lessen the risk of personal injury do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack The jack is only meant for changing the tire 2 Position the jack to ...

Page 148: ...0 Place the jack under the pin on the front surface of the front axle Do not place the jack under or on the steering linkage Turn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground Remove the lug nuts with the lug nut wrench Replace the flat tire with the spare tire 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies 148 ...

Page 149: ...andle to raise the wheel completely off the ground If your vehicle has single rear wheels thread the lug nuts on the studs with the beveled face toward the wheel If your vehicle has dual rear wheels thread the two element swiveling lug nuts on the studs with the flange facing toward the wheel 3 Use the lug nut wrench to screw the lug nut snugly against the wheel 4 Lower the vehicle by turning the ...

Page 150: ... of operation after any wheel change or any time the lug nuts are loosened On vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels retighten the wheel lug nuts to the specified torque at 160 km 100 miles and again at 800 km 500 miles of new vehicle operation Model Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque Nm Lb ft E 150 1 2 20 135 100 E 250 E 350 and E 450 9 16 18 190 140 E 550 M14x1 5 200 225 150 165 Torque specificatio...

Page 151: ...the best of your ability to the point where the ratchet slip occurs if possible The spare tire carrier will not allow you to overtighten If the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips with little effort take the vehicle to your dealer for assistance at your earliest convenience 4 Check that the tire lies flat against the frame and is properly tightened Try to push or pull then turn the tire to be sur...

Page 152: ...ot affect function or durability of the transmission Over time the adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation 1 Use only a 12 volt supply to start your vehicle 2 Do not 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 to...

Page 153: ... discharged battery Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Connect the other end of the positive cable to the positive terminal of the assisting battery 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies 153 ...

Page 154: ...e terminal of the battery to be jumped A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery 5 Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades belts moving parts of both engines or any fuel delivery system parts Jump starting 1 Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed 2 Start the engine of the disabled vehicle 3 Once the disabled vehic...

Page 155: ... jumper cable from the ground metal surface Note In the illustrations lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting boosting battery 2 Remove the jumper cable on the negative connection of the booster vehicle s battery 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies 155 ...

Page 156: ...from the positive terminal of the disabled vehicle s battery After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Roadside Emergencies 156 ...

Page 157: ...tbed Do not tow with a slingbelt Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure If your vehicle is equipped with an air dam and must be towed from the front it is recommended that your vehicle be towed by wheel lift or flatbed equipment to prevent damage to the air dam If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly vehicle damage may occur 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide p...

Page 158: ... are receiving follow these steps 1 Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at your selling servicing dealership 2 If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved contact the Sales Manager or Service Manager at the dealership 3 If the inquiry or concern cannot be resolved at the dealership level please contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center Away from home If you own a Ford or Mer...

Page 159: ...ring impaired 1 800 232 5952 www ford com In Canada Customer Relationship Centre Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited P O Box 2000 Oakville Ontario L6J 5E4 1 800 565 3673 FORD www ford ca In order to help you service your Ford or Lincoln Mercury vehicle please have the following information available when contacting a Customer Relationship Center Your telephone number home and business The name of...

Page 160: ...llowing Benefits during the warranty period depending on the plan you purchase such as reimbursement for rentals coverage for certain maintenance and wear items Protection against covered repair costs after your Bumper to Bumper Warranty expires You may purchase Ford ESP from any participating Ford and Lincoln Mercury and Ford of Canada dealer There are several plans available in various time dist...

Page 161: ...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 claims cases currently in litiga...

Page 162: ... phone number of the DSB s independent administrator Your dealership and a Ford Motor Company representative will then be asked to submit statements To properly review your case the Board needs the following information Legible copies of all documents and maintenance or repair orders relevant to the case The year make model and Vehicle Identification Number VIN listed on your vehicle ownership lic...

Page 163: ...r 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 state or federal law To request a DSB Brochure Application For a brochure appli...

Page 164: ...itories and provinces 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 appropriate foreign embassy or consulate These officials can inform you of local vehicle registration regulations and where to find unleaded fuel If y...

Page 165: ...talog order toll free 1 800 782 4356 Monday Friday 8 00 a m 6 00 p m EST Helm Incorporated can also be reached by their website www helminc com Items in this catalog may be purchased by credit card check or money order Obtaining a French owner s guide French Owner s Guides can be obtained from your dealer or by writing to Ford Motor Company of Canada Limited Service Publications P O Box 1580 Stati...

Page 166: ...t also notify the manufacturer of the need for the repair of the nonconformity at the following address Ford Motor Company 16800 Executive Plaza Drive Mail Drop 3NE B Dearborn MI 48126 REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS U S ONLY If you believe that your vehicle has a defect which could cause a crash or could cause injury or death you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administrati...

Page 167: ...nsect deposits because they can cause damage to the vehicle s paintwork and trim over time Remove any exterior accessories such as antennas before entering a car wash Suntan lotions and insect repellents can damage any painted surface if these substances come in contact with your vehicle wash off as soon as possible If your vehicle is equipped with running boards do not use rubber plastic and viny...

Page 168: ...utomatic car washes may cause damage to the finish on your wheel rims or covers Chemical strength cleaners or cleaning chemicals in combination with brush agitation to remove brake dust and dirt could wear away the clearcoat finish over time Do not use hydrofluoric acid based or high caustic based wheel cleaners steel wool fuels or strong household detergent To remove tar and grease use Ford Extra...

Page 169: ...s are present use Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Removal B7A 19520 AA WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADES The windshield rear window and wiper blades should be cleaned regularly If the wiper does not wipe properly substances on the windshield rear window or the wiper blades may be the cause These may include hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes tree sap or other organic contamination To cle...

Page 170: ...epellent and suntan lotion in order to avoid possible damage to the interior painted surfaces INTERIOR TRIM Clean the interior trim areas with a damp cloth then dry by wiping with a dry soft clean cloth Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage the finish INTERIOR For fabric carpets cloth seats and safety belts Remove dust and loose dirt with a vacuum cleaner Remove light stains a...

Page 171: ... products available to clean your vehicle and protect its finishes These quality products have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs they are custom designed to complement the style and appearance of your vehicle Each product is made from high quality materials that meet or exceed rigid specifications For best results use the following products or products of equivalent qua...

Page 172: ...XC 100 Motorcraft Spot and Stain Remover ZC 14 Motorcraft Detail Wash ZC 3 A Motorcraft Tire Detailer ZC 28 Motorcraft Triple Clean ZC 13 Motorcraft Ultra Clear Spray Glass Cleaner not available in Canada ZC 23 Motorcraft Engine Shampoo and Degreaser ZC 20 May be sold with the Motorcraft name 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Cleaning 172 ...

Page 173: ... vehicle PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE Do not work on a hot engine Make sure that nothing gets caught 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 open flames and other lit material away from the battery and all fuel related parts Working with the engine off 1 Set the parking brake and shift...

Page 174: ...ocated in the center top of the grill 3 Lift the hood and secure it with the prop rod IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT Engine compartment component locations Refer to the 7 3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner s Guide Supplement for diesel engine component locations HOOD 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications...

Page 175: ... WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Add fluid to fill the reservoir if the level is low In very cold weather do not fill the reservoir completely Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification WSB M8B16 A2 Refer to Lubricant specifications in this chapter State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the use of methanol a common windshield washer antifreeze additive 1 2 3 4 5 6...

Page 176: ...asher fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system components ENGINE OIL Checking the engine oil Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals for checking the engine oil 1 Make sure the vehicle is on level ground 2 Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan 3 Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is s...

Page 177: ...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 on the engine oil level indicator dipstick 4 Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated 5 Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the fil...

Page 178: ...and could under certain conditions lead to engine damage which is not covered by your warranty Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance guide Ford production and aftermarket Motorcraft oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford material and design s...

Page 179: ...er 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 re...

Page 180: ...ely Battery posts terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compunds Wash hands after handling For information on transmission operation after the battery has been disconnected see Shift strategy in the driving section Because your vehicle s engine is electronically controlled by a computer some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery When the battery is disconnec...

Page 181: ...n installed the clock and radio settings must be reset once the battery is reconnected Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner Follow your local authorized standards for disposal Call your local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries Disconnecting dual batteries if equipped The primary battery is located under the hood The auxiliary...

Page 182: ...xiliary battery frame ground Remove the ground bolt Pull the cable away from the frame and make sure that the cable does not contact the frame Connect 1 Reconnect the auxiliary battery frame ground 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 182 ...

Page 183: ... disconnection Make sure the tool does not contact any ground surface 1 Disconnect the secondary positive cable from the primary battery terminal 2 Wrap the secondary positive cable with a non conductive material to insulate 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 183 ...

Page 184: ...onnect the primary battery ground cable 3 Unwrap the secondary positive cable and reconnect to the primary battery terminal ENGINE COOLANT Checking engine coolant The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the mileage intervals listed in the scheduled maintenance guide The coolant concentration should be maintained at 50 50 coolant and distilled water 2003 Econoline eco Own...

Page 185: ... 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 against rust and other forms of corrosion Enables calibrated gauges to work properly When the engine is cold check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir The engine coolan...

Page 186: ...n the windshield engine coolant could make it difficult to see through the windshield Add Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant yellow colored VC 7 A VC 7 B in Oregon meeting Ford Specification WSS M97B51 A1 Note Use of Motorcraft Cooling System Stop Leak Pellets VC 6 may darken the color of Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant from yellow to golden tan Do not add mix an orange colored extended...

Page 187: ...et it cool 2 When the engine is cool wrap a thick cloth around the coolant pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir an opaque plastic bottle Slowly turn cap counterclockwise left until pressure begins to release 3 Step back while the pressure releases 4 When you are sure that all the pressure has been released use the cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap 5 Fill the coolant rese...

Page 188: ...fill capacity To find out how much fluid your vehicle s cooling system can hold refer to Refill capacities in this chapter Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this chapter Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates less than 36 C 34 F It may be necessary to increase the coolant concentration above 50 NEVER increase the coolant concentration above...

Page 189: ... is incurred The fail safe distance depends on ambient temperatures vehicle load and terrain How fail safe cooling works If the engine begins to overheat The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the red hot area The and symbol will illuminate The Service Engine Soon indicator light will illuminate If the engine reaches a preset over temperature condition the engine will automatically swit...

Page 190: ...without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage Take your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire The fuel system may be under pressure If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor...

Page 191: ...eek medical attention Failure to seek proper medical attention could lead to permanent injury Fuels can 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 t...

Page 192: ...uel filler pipe 4 To install the cap align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the filler pipe 5 Turn the filler cap clockwise 1 8 of a turn until it stops If the Service Engine Soon Check Engine indicator comes on and stays on after you start the engine the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed Turn off the engine remove the fuel filler cap align the cap properly and reinstall it If y...

Page 193: ...wer in high altitude areas 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 qualified service technician to prevent any engine damage Fuel quality If you are experiencing starting rough idle or hesitation driveability problems during a cold start tr...

Page 194: ...Soon indicator refer to the Instrument cluster chapter 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 authorized Motorcraft part The customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system if an authorized Motorcraft ...

Page 195: ...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 preferably a national brand Use the same side of the s...

Page 196: ...Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy Idling for long periods of time greater than one minute may waste fuel Anticipate stopping slowing down may eliminate the need to stop Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy Slow down gradually Driving at reasonable speeds traveling at 88 km h 55 mph uses 15 less fuel than traveling at 105 km h 65 mph Revving the ...

Page 197: ...ase 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 best fuel economy when operated in the top cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal Close windows for high speed driving EPA window sticker Every new vehicle should have the EPA window sticker ...

Page 198: ... in performance and durability Do not park idle or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry ground cover The emission system heats up the engine compartment and exhaust system which can start a fire Illumination of the Service Engine Soon light charging system warning light or the temperature warning light fluid leaks strange odors smoke or loss of engine power could indicate that the emission...

Page 199: ... present the Check Engine Service Engine Soon light should turn off A driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed city highway driving No additional vehicle service is required If the Check Engine Service Engine Soon light remains on have your vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity Readiness for Inspection Maintenance I M testing In some localities it may be a le...

Page 200: ... fluid is necessary use only MERCON威 ATF Check the fluid level when it is at ambient temperature 20 80 F 7 25 C 1 Check the fluid level on the dipstick It should be between the arrows in the FULL COLD range Do not add fluid if the level is within this range 2 If the fluid level is low start the engine 3 While the engine idles turn the steering wheel left and right several times 4 Turn the engine o...

Page 201: ...joints are replaced with universal joints equipped with grease fittings lubrication will also be necessary 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 should be checked if the transmission is not working properly i ...

Page 202: ... 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 fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperature 66 C 77 C 150 F 170 F on a level surface The normal operating temperature can be reached after approximately 30 km 20 miles of driving You can check the fluid without dri...

Page 203: ...il the level is correct If an overfill occurs excess fluid should be removed by a qualified technician An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and or engagement concerns and or possible damage Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives treatments or cleaning agents The use of these materials may affect transmission operation and result in damage to internal transmissi...

Page 204: ...se filter damage and allow unfiltered air to enter the engine if not properly seated 6 Replace the two halves of the air filter housing and secure the clamp 7 Connect the fresh air inlet tube to the radiator support INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADING New vehicles are fitted with tires that have a rating on them called Tire Quality Grades The Quality grades can be found where applicable...

Page 205: ...ice practices and differences in road characteristics and climate Traction AA A B C The traction grades from highest to lowest are AA A B and C The grades represent the tire s ability to stop on wet pavement as measured under controlled conditions on specified government test surfaces of asphalt and concrete A tire marked C may have poor traction performance The traction grade assigned to this tir...

Page 206: ...steel cords in the sidewalls As such they cannot be treated like normal light truck tires Tire service including adjusting tire pressure must be performed by personnel trained supervised and equipped according to Federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration OSHA regulations For example during any procedure involving tire inflation the technician or individual must utilize a remote inflati...

Page 207: ...persons and property Tire rotation Because your vehicle s tires perform different jobs they often wear differently To make sure your tires wear evenly and last longer rotate them as indicated in the scheduled maintenance guide If you notice that the tires wear unevenly have them checked The following procedure applies to vehicles equipped with single rear wheels if your vehicle is equipped with du...

Page 208: ... 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 handling may be affected which can lead to loss of vehicle control vehicle rollover and or personal injury Make sure that all replacement tires are of the same size type speed rating load carrying capacity an...

Page 209: ...t is recommended that steel wheels of the same size and specifications be used as chains may chip aluminum wheels Follow these guidelines when using snow tires and chains Use only SAE Class S chains Install chains securely verifying that the chains do not touch any wiring brake lines or fuel lines Drive cautiously If you hear the chains rub or bang against your vehicle stop and re tighten the chai...

Page 210: ...er to Vehicle Emissions Control Information VECI decal for spark plug gap information 3 If a spark plug is removed for inspection it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder Cylinders No 1 2 and 3 have a EGM suffix Cylinders No 4 5 and 6 have a EM suffix If a spark plug needs to be replaced use only spark plugs with the service part number suffix letter EEM as shown on the engine decal 4 If a spar...

Page 211: ...ne includes filter change 9 Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil US Motorcraft SAE 5W 20 Super Premium Motor Oil Canada All 5 7L 6 0 quarts Engine oil diesel engine includes filter change Refer to the 7 3L Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner s Guide Supplement 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 211 ...

Page 212: ... 6L 26 0 quarts 8 5 4L V8 engine 27 4L 29 0 quarts 1 row 26 3L 27 8 quarts 8 5 4L V8 engine with aux rear heat 29 4L 31 0 quarts 1 row 28 3L 29 8 quarts 8 6 8L V10 engine 29 0L 30 6 quarts 1 row 27 9L 29 4 quarts 8 6 8L V10 engine with aux rear heat 31 0L 32 8 quarts 1 row 29 9L 31 6 quarts 8 Engine coolant diesel engine Refer to the 7 3L Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner s Guide Su...

Page 213: ... 3 1L 6 6 pints 3 Dana 10 5 inch M70 1HD 3 5L 7 5 pints 3 Dana 135 E 550 only 11 6L 24 5 pints 3 Fuel tank N A All regular and extended length vans and wagons 132 4L 35 0 gallons 138 inch wheelbase except E Super Duty 140 0L 37 0 gallons 158 inch wheelbase except E Super Duty 140 0L 37 0 gallons 5 176 inch wheelbase except E Super Duty 140 0L 37 0 gallons 158 inch and 176 inch wheelbase E Super Du...

Page 214: ...m of fill hole Add 118 ml 4 oz of Additive Friction Modifier XL 3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST M2C118 A for complete refill of 8 8 inch and 9 75 inch Traction Lok axles 3 Fill Dana rear axles to 6 mm to 19 mm 1 4 inch to 3 4 inch below bottom of fill hole 4 Visteon Traction Lok axles require 118 ml 4 oz of Additive Friction Modifier XL 3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification EST...

Page 215: ...ication and transmission fluid cooling system i e coolers size cooling lines auxiliary cooler capacities The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick s normal operating range 8 If your vehicle is equipped with a single row radiator there will be a label on the top side of the radiator indicating 1 Row Radiator 9 Use of synthetic or synthetic blen...

Page 216: ...craft Multi Purpose Grease XG 4 or XL 5 ESR M1C159 A or ESB M1C93 B Lock cylinders Motorcraft Penetrating and Lock Lubricant Motorcraft XL 1 none Power steering fluid Motorcraft MERCON威 ATF XT 2 QDX MERCON威 Automatic transmission 4R100 1 Motorcraft MERCON威 ATF XT 2 QDX MERCON威 Automatic tranmission 4R70W 1 Motorcraft MERCON威V ATF XT 5 QM MERCON威V Disc brake caliper rails Motorcraft Silicone Brake ...

Page 217: ... maintenance guide to determine the correct service interval Some transmission fluids may be labeled as dual usage such as MERCON威 and MERCON威 V These dual usage fluids are not to be used in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCON威 type fluid However these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that require the MERCON威 V type fluid MERCON威 and MERCON威 V type fluids are no...

Page 218: ... mm 0 052 0 056 inch 1 3 1 4 mm 0 052 0 056 inch Ignition system EDIS Coil on plug Coil on plug Coil on plug Compression ratio 9 3 1 9 4 1 9 0 1 9 0 1 Refer to the 7 3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection Turbo Diesel Owner s Guide Supplement for diesel engine information VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Van wagon models E 150 E 250 E 350 1 Overall height 2050 mm 80 7 in 2118 mm 83 4 in 2136 mm 84 1 in 2 Track f...

Page 219: ...3 2 1 4 5 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance and Specifications 219 ...

Page 220: ...cifications 4 Wheelbase 3 149 6 mm 124 in 3 505 mm 138 in 4 013 mm 158 in 4 470 mm 176 in 4 013 mm 158 in 4 470 mm 176 in 4 051 mm 159 5 in 4 508 mm 177 5 in 4 864 mm 191 5 in 5 321 mm 209 5 in 5 930 mm 233 5 in 5 Overall length Refer to Body Builder for specifications VEHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER Complete Ford built vehicles The vehicle identification number is attached to your vehicle in the fo...

Page 221: ...ertification label for incomplete vehicles On completed derivations of incomplete vehicles the certification label is affixed at a location determined by a subsequent stage manufacturer of the completed vehicle In these cases the completed vehicle is manufactured in two or more stages by two or more separate manufacturers 2003 Econoline eco Owners Guide post 2002 fmt USA English fus Maintenance an...

Page 222: ...nted for whichever provides you the greatest benefit 12 months or 20 000 km 12 000 miles whichever occurs first or the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty This means that genuine Ford accessories purchased along with your new vehicle and installed by the dealer are covered for the full length of your New Vehicle s Limited Warranty 3 years or 60 000 km 36 000 miles whichever occurs first...

Page 223: ...k Running boards Aluminum and Platinum elliptical Speed control Tailgate table TracRac Trailer hitch Class III Trailer hitch bars and balls Trailer hitch wiring adaptor Protection and appearance equipment Air bag anti theft locks Battery warmer Carpet floor mats Cleaners waxes and polishes Door edge guards Flat splash guards Front end covers full Hood deflector Rear step bumpers Side window air de...

Page 224: ... in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use or are not properly installed When operated such systems may cause the engine to stumble or stall or cause the transmission to be damaged or o...

Page 225: ...isabled battery 152 maintenance free 179 replacement specifications 210 servicing 179 BeltMinder 89 Brakes 116 anti lock 116 117 anti lock brake system ABS warning light 117 fluid checking and adding 201 fluid refill capacities 211 fluid specifications 215 218 lubricant specifications 215 218 parking 117 shift interlock 119 Break in period 5 Bulbs 57 C Calculating load 126 Capacities for refilling...

Page 226: ... Mediation Arbitration Program 164 D Daytime running lamps see Lamps 54 Dipstick automatic transmission fluid 201 engine oil 176 Doors lubricant specifications 215 Driveline universal joint and slip yoke 201 Driving under special conditions 123 through water 123 E Emergencies roadside jump starting 152 Emergency Flashers 136 Emission control system 198 Engine 218 cleaning 168 coolant 184 diesel 6 ...

Page 227: ...p 192 Gas mileage see Fuel economy 194 Gauges 13 GAWR Gross Axle Weight Rating 124 calculating 126 definition 124 driving with a heavy load 124 location 124 GVWR Gross Vehicle Weight Rating 124 calculating 124 126 definition 124 driving with a heavy load 124 location 124 H Hazard flashers 136 Headlamps 54 aiming 55 bulb specifications 57 daytime running lights 54 flash to pass 55 high beam 54 repl...

Page 228: ...8 M Mirrors fold away 69 side view mirrors power 68 Motorcraft parts 194 210 O Octane rating 193 Oil see Engine oil 176 P Parking brake 117 Parts see Motorcraft parts 210 Power distribution box see Fuses 141 Power door locks 73 Power point 67 Power steering 118 fluid checking and adding 200 fluid refill capacity 211 fluid specifications 215 218 Power Windows 68 Preparing to drive your vehicle 118 ...

Page 229: ...ontrol see Climate control 51 53 Tilt steering wheel 64 Tires 204 206 changing 144 145 replacing 147 208 rotating 207 snow tires and chains 209 tire grades 205 treadwear 205 Towing 126 recreational towing 134 trailer towing 126 wrecker 157 Traction lok rear axle 118 Transmission 119 fluid checking and adding automatic 201 fluid refill capacities 211 lubricant specifications 215 218 Trunk 72 Turn s...

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