Table of Contents Table of Contents Introduction Instrument Cluster 3 10 Warning and control lights Gauges 10 13 Entertainment Systems 16 AM/FM stereo AM/FM stereo with CD AM/FM stereo cassette with CD Climate Controls Manual heating and air conditioning Lights Headlamps Turn signal control Bulb replacement Driver Controls Windshield wiper/washer control Steering wheel adjustment Power windows Mirrors Speed control 16 18 30 39 39 42 42 45 45 51 51 52 53 53 54 Locks and Security 63 Keys Lock
Table of Contents Driving 110 Starting Brakes Transmission operation Trailer towing 110 115 118 136 Roadside Emergencies 149 Getting roadside assistance Hazard flasher switch Fuel pump shut-off switch Fuses and relays Changing tires Jump starting Wrecker towing Customer Assistance Reporting safety defects (U.S.
Introduction Introduction CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and certain products of component wear contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
Introduction SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTION Warning symbols in this guide How can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possible damage to others, your vehicle and its equipment? In this guide, answers to such questions are contained in comments highlighted by the warning triangle symbol. These comments should be read and observed.
Introduction 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 provided to you along with your Owner’s Guide.
Introduction Special instructions For your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electronic controls. Please read the section Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Failure to follow the specific warnings and instructions could result in personal injury. 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.
Introduction Using your vehicle with a snowplow Do not use this vehicle for snowplowing. Using your vehicle as an ambulance Do not use this vehicle as an ambulance. Your vehicle is not equipped with the Ford Ambulance Preparation Package. Electric vehicles For specific information regarding the operation of your electric vehicle, refer to the Electric Vehicle Owner’s Guide Supplement.
Introduction These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Introduction Vehicle Symbol Glossary Power Windows Front/Rear Power Window Lockout Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant Temperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery Avoid Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan Warning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Fluid Level Emission System Engine Air Filter Passenger Compartment Air Filter Jack Check fuel cap Low tire warning MAX MIN 9
Instrument Cluster Instrument Cluster WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Warning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may become serious enough to cause expensive repairs. A warning light may illuminate when a problem exists with one of your vehicle’s functions. Many lights will illuminate when you start your vehicle to make sure the bulb works. If any light remains on after starting the vehicle, have the respective system inspected immediately.
Instrument Cluster Brake system warning light: To confirm the brake system warning ! light is functional, it will BRAKE momentarily illuminate when the ignition is turned to the ON position when the engine is not running, or in a position between ON and START, or by applying the parking brake when the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the brake system warning light does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately from your dealership.
Instrument Cluster Check gage: Illuminates when any of the following conditions has occurred: • The engine coolant temperature is high. • The engine oil pressure is low. • The fuel gauge is at or near empty. Door ajar: Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON position and any door is open. CHECK GAGE DOOR AJAR Overdrive off (if equipped): O/D Illuminates when the overdrive OFF function of the transmission has been turned off, refer to the Driving chapter.
Instrument Cluster Turn signal: Illuminates when the left or right turn signal or the hazard lights are turned on. If the indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb. High beams: Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on. Key-in-ignition warning chime: Sounds when the key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and the driver’s door is opened.
Instrument Cluster 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 and let the engine cool. H C Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. Odometer: Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle.
Instrument Cluster Battery voltage gauge: Indicates the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range (as indicated by arrows), have the vehicle’s electrical system checked as soon as possible. Engine oil pressure gauge: Indicates engine oil pressure. The needle should stay in the normal operating range (between “L” and “H”).
Entertainment Systems Entertainment Systems AM/FM STEREO 6 5 7 1 2 VOL PUSH ON TONE TONE VOL ST SEEK DX FM 12 TUNE CLK 1 2 3 4 AM/FM 3 4 / to find the 1. Seek: Press next strong station down/up the frequency band. / to manually 2. Tune: Press change radio frequency down/up. 3. AM/FM: Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode.
Entertainment Systems 4. Memory preset buttons: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. 5. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase or decrease volume levels. 6. Tone: Press TONE until the desired level — Bass, Treble, Fade appears on the display. Turn the volume control to raise/lower the levels, or to move the audio sound from the right to left or the front to back (if equipped). 7.
Entertainment Systems AM/FM STEREO / SINGLE CD RADIO 14 15 16 17 18 13 1 2 3 4 6 5 VOL - PUSH ON AM FM SCN ST FM1 BASS TREB BAL FADE CD CLK 12 DISC SEEK EJ TUNE COMP DISCS 11 CD 1 10 CD 2 SHUFFLE 3 9 4 5 6 8 7 / to shift 1. Balance: Press sound to the left/right speakers. / to shift 2. Fade: Press sound to the front/rear speakers. 3. SCN (Scan): Press to hear a brief sampling of all listenable stations or CD tracks. Press again to stop. 4.
Entertainment Systems To set the minute, press and hold CLK and press TUNE to decrease or increase the minutes. 5. EJ (eject): Press to eject a CD. 6. COMP (Compression): In CD mode, press to bring louder and softer levels into more comfortable listening level. The compression icon (c) will appear in the display. SHUFFLE 7. Shuffle: Press to listen to the 6 tracks on the CD in random order. Press again to turn off. 8.
Entertainment Systems 14. CD: Press to enter CD mode or to play a CD already loaded into the system. 15. AM/FM: Press to choose a frequency band in radio mode. / to 16. Bass: Press increase/decrease the bass output. / to 17. Treble: Press increase/decrease the treble output. DISC 18. CD door: Insert a CD printed side up. CD unit are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm (4.75 in) audio compact discs only.
Entertainment Systems PREMIUM IN-DASH SIX CD SOUND SYSTEM 1. Seek: Press and release / for previous/next SEEK strong station, or track of current disc. 2. Rewind: Press for a slow rewind, press and hold for a fast rewind. Fast forward: Press for a slow advance, press and hold for a fast advance. 3. Comp (Compression): In CD mode, press to adjust the soft and loud passages together for a more consistent listening level. Press the COMP control until COMP ON is displayed. 4.
Entertainment Systems 6. Bass: Press BASS; then press / to decrease/increase SEL the bass output. Treble: Press TREB; then press / to decrease/increase SEL the treble output. 7. Select: Use with Bass, Treble, Balance and Fade controls to adjust levels. Use with MENU to set the clock and engage RDS. 8. Balance: Press BAL; then press / to shift sound to the SEL left/right speakers. Fade: Press FADE; then press / to shift sound to the SEL rear/front speakers. 9.
Entertainment Systems 10. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM; tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. In CD mode, press to move between CDs. This radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls which allow you to set up to six AM stations and 12 FM stations (six in FM1 and six in FM2). 11. CD: Press to select CD mode.
Entertainment Systems 17. Disc/Tune: Radio: Press or to manually tune down or up the frequency band. or to select the previous or next track on the CD. CD: Press 18. CD door: Insert a CD label side up. MACH姞 MP3 AUDIO SYSTEM / to shift 1. Balance: Press sound to the left/right speakers. / to shift 2. Fade: Press sound to the rear/front speakers. 3. Scan: Press to hear a brief sampling of all listenable radio stations, CD or MP3 tracks. Press again to stop.
Entertainment Systems 4. CLK: To set the clock press and hold the CLK control for the following functions: • To set the hour, press SEEK to the hours. / control to decrease or increase / to decrease or increase • To set the minutes, press TUNE DIR the minutes. Release CLK to save the clock settings. Press CLK again to return the display to radio mode. 5. EJ (Eject): Press to stop and eject a disc.
Entertainment Systems • Insert a MP3 disc to engage in the flat file mode. The MP3 icon will be displayed. • While in the MP3 flat file mode, press the MP3 DIR control to enter into the directory mode. Press the TUNE DIR control to change directories. The MP3 icon and the DIR icon will be displayed. 12. Track: Press to locate a specific MP3 track or directory. TRAC will appear in the display. Rotate volume control to advance or reverse through the tracks or directories.
Entertainment Systems 19. AM/FM: Press to select a frequency band in radio mode. / to 20. Bass: Press decrease/increase the bass output. / to 21. Treble: Press decrease/increase the treble output. MP3 FUNCTIONS Your audio system is equipped with MP3 capability which allows you to listen to songs in MP3 flat file mode and MP3 directory mode. To engage MP3 flat file mode, insert an MP3 disc. If an MP3 disc is already present in the player, press the CD control.
Entertainment Systems • MP3 directory mode represents a directory structure consisting of one level of directories (folders). The CD player sequentially numbers all MP3 tracks on the disc (denoted by .mp3 extension) and all directories containing MP3 files, from 01–01 to 99–99. The first two digits denote the directory number and the last two digits denote the track number within that directory. • Creating discs with only one level of subdirectories will help with navigation through the disc files.
Entertainment Systems This hierarchy is an example of a more complex directory structure. While you are capable of setting up many directory levels when burning a CD, the MACH威 MP3 music system will display the structure as if it were only one level deep. Therefore, the system will condense the complex hierarchy into a structure similar to the one-level-deep example above. This will not harm the MP3 disc and will not change the hierarchy that is actually written on the disc.
Entertainment Systems PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD 1. Power/volume: Press to turn ON/OFF; turn to increase/decrease volume. 2. Scan: Press to hear a brief SCAN sampling of all listenable stations, tape selections or CD tracks. Press again to stop. 3. CD Door: Insert a CD with the label side up. CD unit are designed to play commercially pressed 12 cm (4.75 in) audio compact discs only.
Entertainment Systems not be inserted into the CD player. The label may peel and cause the CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemade CDs be identified with permanent felt tip marker rather than adhesive labels. Ball point pens may damage CDs. Please contact your dealer for further information. 4. Cassette door: Insert the cassette with the opening to the right. 5. Eject: Press to eject the cassette/CD. The radio will resume playing. 6. Tape: Press to start tape play.
Entertainment Systems to decrease minutes or TUNE to increase minutes. If your vehicle has a stand alone clock this control will not function. 10. Balance: Press BAL; then press / to shift sound to the SEL left/right speakers. Fade: Press FADE; then press / to shift sound to the SEL rear/front speakers. 11. Memory preset buttons: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM, tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns. 12. Shuffle (CD): Press to play tracks in random order. 13.
Entertainment Systems 16. Fast Forward (FF): Press for a slow advance, press and hold for a fast advance. 17. Rewind (REW): Press for a slow rewind, press and hold for a fast rewind. 18. Select (SEL): Use with Bass, Treble, Balance and Fade controls. FF 2 REW 1 SEL 19. Bass: Press BASS; then press / to decrease/increase SEL the bass output. Treble: Press TREB; then press / to decrease/increase SEL the treble output. 20. Tune: Works in radio mode only. / to change Press TUNE frequency down/up. 21.
Entertainment Systems TREMOR AUDIO SYSTEM 1. MUTE: Press to mute the playing media. Press again to return to the playing media. 2. TAPE: Insert the cassette with the opening to the right. If a tape is already inserted into the system, press TAPE to being tape play. 3. CD: Insert a CD label side up. If a CD is already inserted, press CD to begin CD play.
Entertainment Systems 4. TUNE: Works in radio mode. TUNE or up Press to move down the frequency band. 5. SEEK: Turn to listen to the previous (left) or next (right) radio station, cassette selection, or CD track. SCAN: Press to hear a short sampling of all listenable radio stations, cassette selections or CD tracks. Press again to stop and remain on a desired selection. 6. EJ (Eject): Press to eject a tape. 7.
Entertainment Systems 11. REW (rewind)/FF (fast forward): Press to play previous or the next cassette selections or CD tracks. 12. BASS: Press BASS and then or press SEL to decrease the bass levels. increase REW FF 1 2 BASS TREB TREB (treble): Press TREB and then press SEL to decrease increase the treble levels. 13. ON/Off/VOL (Volume): Press VOL to turn the system ON. Turn to ON adjust the volume levels. Press again to turn the system off. or PUSH 14.
Entertainment Systems 15. AM/FM: Press to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press to end tape or CD play and begin radio play. 16. EJ (Eject): Press to eject a CD. AM FM RADIO FREQUENCIES AM and FM frequencies are established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC). Those frequencies are: AM - 530, 540–1700, 1710 kHz FM- 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.
Entertainment Systems Don’t: • Expose tapes to direct sunlight, extreme humidity, heat or cold. • Leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not being played. CD/CD PLAYER CARE Do: • Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface. • Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved CD cleaner and wipe from the center out. Don’t: • Expose discs to direct sunlight or heat sources for extended periods of time.
Climate Controls Climate Controls HEATER ONLY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) 1. Fan speed adjustment: Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. 2. Temperature selection: Controls the temperature of the airflow in the vehicle. 3. Air flow selections: Controls the direction of the airflow in the vehicle. See the following for a brief description on each control. : Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents. OFF: Outside air is shut out and the fan will not operate.
Climate Controls To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather: 1. Select 2. Set the temperature control to full heat 3. Set the fan speed to HI 4. Direct the outer instrument panel vents towards the side windows To increase airflow to the outer 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.
Climate Controls OPERATING TIPS • To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place position. the air flow selector in the • To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the air flow selector in the OFF or MAX A/C position. • Under normal weather conditions, do not leave the air flow selector in MAX A/C or OFF when the vehicle is parked. This allows the vehicle to “breathe” using the outside air inlet vents.
Lights Lights HEADLAMP CONTROL Turns the lamps off. Turns on the parking lamps, instrument panel lamps, license plate lamps and tail lamps. OFF Turns the headlamps on. Foglamp control (if equipped) The foglamps can be turned on when the headlamp control is in either of the following positions: • Parking lamps • Low beams Press the foglamp control to activate the foglamps. Press the foglamp control again to deactivate the foglamps. When the highbeams are activated, the foglamps will not operate.
Lights High beams Push the lever toward the instrument panel to activate. Pull the lever towards you to deactivate. Flash to pass Pull toward you slightly to activate and release to deactivate. PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel and all applicable switches in the vehicle during headlamp and parklamp operation. Move the control up or down to adjust the intensity of the panel lighting.
Lights To adjust the headlamps: 1. Park your vehicle on a level surface about 7.6 meters (25 feet) away from a vertical plain surface (3). Check your headlamp alignment at night or in a dark area so that you can see the headlamp beam pattern. • (1) Eight feet • (2) Center height of lamp to ground • (3) Twenty-five feet • (4) Horizontal reference line 2. The center of the headlamp has a 3.0 mm circle on the lens. Measure the height from the center of your headlamp to the ground (2) and mark a 2.
Lights TURN SIGNAL CONTROL • Push down to activate the left turn signal. • Push up to activate the right turn signal. INTERIOR LAMPS DOME LAMP The courtesy lamp lights when: • any door is opened. • the instrument panel dimmer switch is held up until the courtesy lamps come on. • the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF. BULBS Replacing exterior bulbs Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently. Using the right bulbs Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below.
Lights Function Number of bulbs Trade number Park/turn/side marker 2 3457AK lamps (front) 2 194 Headlamps 2 9007 Foglamps (if 2 9145 equipped) Hi-mount brakelamp 1 922 Cargo lamps 2 906 Rear stop/turn/tail 2 3157K lamps Rear license plate 2 194 lamps Backup lamp 2 3156K Dome lamp 1 912 Glove compartment 1 194 Map/dome-SuperCab 2 904 (if equipped) Map/dome-Regular 1 904 Cab (if equipped) 1 904 All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
Lights Replacing headlamp bulbs To remove the headlamp bulb: 1. Turn the headlamp switch is in the OFF position, then open the hood. 2. Remove two screws and cover (if equipped). 3. At the back of the headlamp, pry up the two retainer pins to release the headlamp assembly from the vehicle and pull headlamp forward. 4. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward. 5. Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise and slide the ring off the plastic base. 6.
Lights Replacing front side marker bulbs 1. Turn the headlamp switch to the OFF position and then open the hood. 2. Remove two screws and cover (if equipped). 3. At the back of the headlamp, pry up the two retainer pins to release the headlamp assembly from the vehicle and pull headlamp forward. 4. Remove screw(s) from lamp assembly and disengage lamp assembly (it has a snap fit). 5. Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp assembly. 6.
Lights Replacing tail lamp/backup lamp bulbs 1. Open the tailgate to expose the lamp assemblies. 2. Remove the four screws and the lamp assembly from vehicle. 3. Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise turn and remove from lamp assembly. 4. Carefully pull the bulb straight out of the socket Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order.
Lights Replacing foglamp bulbs (if equipped) 1. Remove the bulb socket from the foglamp by turning counterclockwise. 2. Disconnect the electrical connector. Install the new bulb in reverse order. Replacing high-mount brakelamp and cargo lamp bulbs 1. Remove the two screws and lamp assembly from vehicle. 2. Remove the bulb socket from lamp assembly by rotating it counterclockwise. 3. Carefully pull bulb straight out of socket. Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order. Replacing license plate lamp bulbs 1.
Driver Controls Driver Controls MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER Windshield wiper: Rotate the end of the control away from you to increase the speed of the wipers (from desired interval to low or high speed position); rotate towards you to decrease the speed of the wipers. Windshield washer: Push the end of the stalk: • briefly: causes a single swipe of the wipers without washer fluid. • a quick push and hold: the wipers will swipe three times with washer fluid.
Driver Controls TILT STEERING WHEEL (IF EQUIPPED) To adjust the steering wheel: 1. Pull and hold the steering wheel release control toward you. 2. Move the steering wheel up or down until you find the desired location. 3. Release the steering wheel release control. This will lock the steering wheel in position. Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. AUXILIARY POWER POINT Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only.
Driver Controls POWER WINDOWS (IF EQUIPPED) When closing the power windows, you should verify they are free of obstructions and ensure that children and/or pets are not in the proximity of the window openings. Press and hold the bottom part of the rocker switch to open the window. Press and hold the top part of the rocker switch to close the window. One touch down Allows the driver’s window to open fully without holding the control down. Press completely down on AUTO and release quickly.
Driver Controls SPEED CONTROL (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 convenience. 1. Press the ON control and release it. 2.
Driver Controls • If the vehicle speed decreases more than 16 km/h (10 mph) below your set speed on an uphill, your speed control will disengage. • If the vehicle speed decreases to 40 km/h (25 mph) or less, your speed control will disengage Disengaging speed control To disengage the speed control: • Depress the brake pedal or • Depress the clutch pedal (if equipped). Disengaging the speed control will not erase previous set speed.
Driver Controls Reducing speed while using speed control There are three ways to reduce a set speed: • Press and hold the COAST control until you get to the desired speed, then release the control. • Press and release the COAST control to operate the Tap-Down function. Each tap will decrease the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph). • Depress the brake pedal or the clutch pedal (if equipped) until the desired vehicle speed is reached, press the SET ACCEL control.
Driver Controls CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These include: • Utility compartment with cassette/compact disc storage • Cupholders • Coin holder slots • Flip up armrest Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. Cell phone use The use of Mobile Communications Equipment has become increasingly important in the conduct of business and personal affairs.
Driver Controls BEDRAILS (IF EQUIPPED) • This bedrail is for appearance use only. • To help prevent injury, do not use bedrail to retain cargo. • Retain cargo with the pickup tie down hooks. BED EXTENDER (IF EQUIPPED) Your vehicle may be equipped with a bed extender designed to extend the pickup box for longer loads. To extend the bed extender: 1. Lower tailgate. 2. Pull the round knobs on each side of the extender to release it from the pickup box. 3. Pivot extender on to the tailgate. 4.
Driver Controls To remove the bed extender: 1. Extend the bed extender. 2. Pull the round knobs on each side of the extender to unlock it. Make sure the locking clip screws are loose before removing the extender. 3. Press the locking clips below the middle bar on each side and lift the extender out of the bed. To install the bed extender, follow the removal procedure in reverse order.
Driver Controls Do not drive with front panel unlocked or folded on top of the rear panel. To stow the rear panel: • Before driving with the tonneau cover open, stow the rear panel. • Disconnect the hydraulic cylinders from the ball stud on the pickup box and secure them in the clips on the tonneau cover. • Lift the rear panel up, lay it on top of the front panel and secure it to the hooks on the front panel with the tiedown cords.
Driver Controls The cargo divider is designed to divide your pickup box in half or rotate 90° to allow you full use of the pickup box. To rotate the cargo divider 90°: • Open front panel. • Pull the lower release lever out on each side of the cargo divider to unlatch from the pickup box. • Rotate the divider 90° parallel with the tonneau cover and secure it to the pickup box with the lower release levers. To rotate the cargo divider back, follow the procedure in reverse order.
Driver Controls To remove the tonneau cover: The tonneau cover needs to be supported during removal. This is a two person operation. • Remove the cargo divider, refer to To remove the cargo divider on the previous page. • Disconnect the hydraulic cylinders from the pickup box and secure them in the clips on the tonneau cover. Close the front panel. • Open and support the front panel. • Stow the rear panel on top of the front panel, refer to To stow the rear panel shown previously.
Locks and Security Locks and Security KEYS The key operates all locks on your vehicle. In case of loss, replacement keys are available from your dealer. You should always carry a second key with you in a safe place in case you require it in an emergency. Refer to SecuriLock娂 Passive Anti-Theft System for more information.
Locks and Security To open the tonneau cover from the inside, pull the “T” shaped handle and push up on the tonneau cover panel. The handle is composed of a material that will glow for hours in darkness following brief exposure to ambient light. The “T” shaped handle is located on the tonneau cover panel. Keep vehicle doors and tonneau cover locked and keep keys and remote transmitters out of a child’s reach. Unsupervised children could lock themselves in the box and risk injury.
Locks and Security Your vehicle is equipped with a remote entry system which allows you to: • unlock the vehicle doors without a key. • lock all the vehicle doors without a key. • activate the personal alarm. If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are taken to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting. Unlocking the doors 1. Press and release to unlock the driver’s door. Note: The interior lamps will illuminate. 2. Press doors.
Locks and Security Power door unlock disabled The UNLOCK feature on your power door locks will not work from inside the vehicle when: UNLOCK LOCK • the ignition has been turned to the OFF position, and • 20 seconds elapse after all vehicle doors are closed and locked using the remote entry transmitter, or the power door unlock control (while the accompanying door is open).
Locks and Security • structures around the vehicle and • other vehicles parked next to the vehicle. To replace the battery: 1. Twist a thin coin between the two halves of the remote entry transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OF THE REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER APART. 2. Remove the old battery. 3. Insert the new battery. Refer to the diagram inside the remote entry transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery. 4. Snap the two halves back together.
Locks and Security 5. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that the programming mode has been activated. 6. Within 20 seconds press any button on the remote entry transmitter. Note: If more than 20 seconds have passed you will need to start the procedure over again. 7. The doors will lock, then unlock, to confirm that this remote entry transmitter has been programmed. 8. Repeat Step 6 to program each additional remote entry transmitter. 9.
Locks and Security your vehicle or you can program the keys yourself. Refer to Programming spare keys for instructions on how to program the coded key. Note: The SecuriLock娂 passive anti-theft system is not compatible with non-Ford aftermarket remote start systems. Use of these systems may result in vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection.
Locks and Security Automatic disarming Switching the ignition to the 4 (ON) position with a coded key disarms the vehicle. • The THEFT indicator will illuminate for three seconds and then go out. • If the THEFT indicator stays on for an extended period of time or flashes rapidly, have the system serviced by your dealer. Replacement keys If your keys are lost or stolen and you don’t have an extra coded key, you will need to have your vehicle towed to a dealership.
Locks and Security 1. Insert a previously programmed coded key into the ignition. 4 2. Turn the ignition from the 3 3 (OFF) position to the 4 (ON) 5 position. Keep the ignition in the 4 (ON) position for at least one 2 second, but no more than 10 seconds. 1 3. Turn the ignition to the 3 (OFF) position, and remove the coded key from the ignition. 4. Within ten seconds of removing the previously programmed coded key, insert the other previously programmed coded key into the ignition. 5.
Seating and Safety Restraints Seating and Safety Restraints SEATING Notes: Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under the seat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to reduce 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.
Seating and Safety Restraints Using the manual lumbar support (if equipped) Turn the lumbar support control clockwise to increase firmness. Turn the lumbar support control counterclockwise to increase softness. Passenger side rear access (if equipped) Pull up on the recliner handle. The seat will lean forward and unlock the track. Slide the seat forward to access the rear area of the cab. To return seat to original position, slide the seat bottom back, then push the seatback up to lock it in place.
Seating and Safety Restraints Center facing jump seat (4 door SuperCab) (if equipped) To open, pull seat assembly down, then raise seatback. To stow the seat, fold seat back down and raise seat assembly to the fully upright position. Do not install a child seat in a center facing jump seat. Booster seats must be installed only in seating positions equipped with a combination lap/shoulder belt.
Seating and Safety Restraints It is extremely dangerous to ride in a cargo area, inside or outside of a vehicle. In a collision, people riding in these areas are more likely to be seriously injured or killed. Do not allow people to ride in any 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.
Seating and Safety Restraints 2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. The front outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front passenger outboard safety belt has 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.
Seating and Safety Restraints 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.
Seating and Safety Restraints BELT AND RETRACTOR ASSEMBLY MUST BE REPLACED if the safety belt assembly “automatic locking retractor” feature or any other safety belt function is not operating properly when checked according to the procedures in Workshop Manual. Failure to replace the Belt and Retractor assembly could increase the risk of injury in collisions.
Seating and Safety Restraints • Regular Cab and 4–door Super Cab • 2–door SuperCab To lower the shoulder belt height, push the button and slide the height adjuster down. To raise the height of the shoulder belt, slide the height adjuster up. Pull down on the height adjuster to make sure it is locked in place. Position the safety belt height adjusters so that the belt rests across the middle of your shoulder.
Seating and Safety Restraints 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 right angle to the belt and pull across your lap until it reaches the buckle. To tighten the belt, pull the loose end of the belt through the tongue until it fits snugly across the hips. Shorten and fasten the belt when not in use.
Seating and Safety Restraints Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt. Manufacturer identification is located at 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.
Seating and Safety Restraints If... The driver’s safety belt is not buckled before the vehicle has reached at least 5 km/h (3 mph) and 1-2 minutes have elapsed since the ignition switch has been turned to ON... The driver’s safety belt is buckled while the safety belt indicator light is illuminated and the safety belt warning chime is sounding... The driver’s safety belt is buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position... Then...
Seating and Safety Restraints Reasons given... “I was in a hurry” “Safety belts don’t work” “Traffic is light” “Belts wrinkle my clothes” “The people I’m with don’t wear belts” “I have an air bag” “I’d rather be thrown clear” Consider... Prime time for an accident. BeltMinder reminds us to take a few seconds to buckle up. Safety belts, when used properly, reduce risk of death to front seat occupants by 45% in cars, and by 60% in light trucks.
Seating and Safety Restraints One time disable Any time the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during an ignition ON cycle, the BeltMinder will be disabled for that ignition cycle only. Deactivating/activating the BeltMinder feature Read steps 1 - 9 thoroughly before proceeding with the deactivation/activation programming procedure.
Seating and Safety Restraints • After step 5 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for three seconds. 6. Within seven seconds of the safety belt warning light turning off, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt. • This will disable BeltMinder if it is currently enabled, or enable BeltMinder if it is currently disabled. 7. Confirmation of disabling BeltMinder is provided by the safety belt warning light flashing four times per second for three seconds. 8.
Seating and Safety Restraints Failure to inspect and if necessary replace the safety belt assembly under the above conditions could result in severe personal injuries in the event of a collision. Refer to Interior in the Cleaning chapter. AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) Important supplemental restraint system (SRS) precautions The supplemental restraint system is designed to work with the safety belt to help protect the driver and right front passenger from certain upper body injuries.
Seating and Safety Restraints Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying air bag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries. Never place a rear facing infant seat in the front seat unless the passenger air bag is turned off. Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the airbag: • Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the pedals comfortably. • Recline the seat slightly (one or two degrees) from the upright position.
Seating and Safety Restraints Children and air bags For additional important safety information, read all information on safety restraints in this guide. Never place a rearward facing child safety restraint in front of an airbag. Airbags have been known to kill or injure children in front facing child safety restraints.
Seating and Safety Restraints An air bag can kill or injure a child in a child seat. Child seats should never be placed in the front seats, unless passenger air bag switch is turned off. See Passenger air bag on/off switch in this chapter. Rear facing child seats should NEVER be placed in the front seats unless the passenger airbag switch is turned off. Booster seats must be installed only in seating positions equipped with a combination lap/shoulder belt.
Seating and Safety Restraints The air bags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After air bag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder (to lubricate the bag) or sodium compounds (e.g., baking soda) that result from the combustion process that inflates the air bag. Small amounts of sodium hydroxide may be present which may irritate the skin and eyes, but none of the residue is toxic.
Seating and Safety Restraints The RCM (restraints control module) monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental air bag electrical system warning (including the passenger air bag deactivation switch, the impact sensors, the system wiring, the air bag system readiness light, the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors).
Seating and Safety Restraints Passenger air bag ON/OFF switch An air bag ON/OFF switch has been installed in this vehicle. Before driving, always look at the face of the switch to be sure the switch is in the proper position in accordance with these instructions and warnings. Failure to put the switch in a proper position can increase the risk of serious injury or death in a collision. Turning the passenger air bag off 1.
Seating and Safety Restraints Turning the passenger air bag back on The passenger air bag remains OFF until you turn it back ON. 1. Insert the ignition key and turn the switch to ON. ON OFF 2. The OFF light will briefly illuminate when the ignition is OFF turned to ON. This indicates that the passenger air bag is operational.
Seating and Safety Restraints The vast majority of drivers and passengers are much safer with an air bag than without. To do their job and reduce the risk of life threatening injuries, air bags must open with great force, and this force can pose a potentially deadly risk in some situations, particularly when a front seat occupant is not properly buckled up.
Seating and Safety Restraints • makes the potential harm from the passenger air bag in a crash greater than the potential harm from turning OFF the air bag and allowing the passenger, even if belted, to hit the dashboard or windshield in a crash. This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for the driver and/or right front passenger. These particular belts are specifically designed to work with air bags to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision.
Seating and Safety Restraints • makes the potential harm from the passenger air bag deployment greater than the potential harm from turning OFF the air bag and experiencing a crash without the protection offered by the air bag. This vehicle has special energy management safety belts for the driver and/or right front passenger. These particular belts are specifically designed to work with air bags to help reduce the risk of injury in a collision.
Seating and Safety Restraints Children and safety belts If the child is the proper size, restrain the child in a safety seat. Children who are too large for child safety seats (as specified by your child safety seat manufacturer) should always wear safety belts. Follow all the important safety restraint and air bag precautions that apply to adult passengers in your vehicle.
Seating and Safety Restraints Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of these questions: • Can the child sit all the way back against the vehicle seat back with knees bent comfortably at the edge of the seat without slouching? • Does the lap belt rest low across the hips? • Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest? • Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip? Types of booster seats There are two types of belt-positioning booster seats: • Those that are back
Seating and Safety Restraints 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 booster seat may improve this condition. The importance of shoulder belts Using a booster without a shoulder belt increases the risk of a child’s head hitting a hard surface in a collision.
Seating and Safety Restraints 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 in a sudden stop or collision.
Seating and Safety Restraints Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. Air bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER put a rear-facing child seat in the front unless the passenger air bag switch is turned off. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move the seat all the way back and turn the passenger air bag off. See Passenger air bag on/off switch.
Seating and Safety Restraints 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together, route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’s instructions. Be sure the belt webbing is not twisted. 4. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) for that seating position until you hear and feel the latch engage. Make sure the tongue is latched securely by pulling on it. 5.
Seating and Safety Restraints 7. Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buckle and pull up on the shoulder belt while pushing down with knee on the child seat. 8. Allow the safety belt to retract to remove any slack in the belt. 9. Before placing the child in the seat, forcibly tilt the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place. To check this, grab the seat at the belt path and attempt to move it side to side and forward.
Seating and Safety Restraints The tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions (shown from top view): • Bucket seats • 60/40 seats Attach the tether strap only to the appropriate tether anchor as shown. The tether strap may not work properly if attached somewhere other than the correct tether anchor. 1. Position the child safety seat on the front seat cushion. 2. Route the child safety seat tether strap over the back of the seat.
Seating and Safety Restraints 3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. The tether anchor is located on the rear lower portion of the passenger seat. 4. Clip the tether strap to the anchor.
Seating and Safety Restraints Center seating location When installing a child safety seat in the front center position, route the tether strap over the center arm rest and clip it to the center anchor.
Seating and Safety Restraints Center seating location 60/40 vinyl seats When installing a child safety seat in the center position on a 60/40 vinyl seat, route the tether strap through the guiding sleeve and clip it to the center anchor. If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly, the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision. 5.
Seating and Safety Restraints This type of child seat eliminates the need to use safety 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 positions with tan or gray locator buttons. • Bucket seats • 60/40 seats Never attach two LATCH child safety seats to the same anchor.
Seating and Safety Restraints The lower anchors for child seat installation are located at the rear section of the front passenger seat between the cushion and seat back. The LATCH anchors are below the gray or tan locator buttons on the seat back. Two plastic LATCH guides may be obtained at no charge from any Ford dealer (part number 1W4Z-54613F16–AA). They snap onto the latch lower anchor in the vehicle to help attach a child seat with rigid latch attachments.
Driving Driving STARTING Positions of the ignition 1. ACCESSORY, allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running. 2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal. For vehicle equipped with a manual transmission, you must depress the ignition release lever to release the key. 3 4 5 2 1 3. OFF, shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel.
Driving Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk of fire or other damage. 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. Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door before you start the engine.
Driving If starting a vehicle with an automatic transmission: • Make sure the parking brake is set. • Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). If starting a vehicle with a manual transmission: 1. Make sure the parking brake is set. 2. Push the clutch pedal to the floor.
Driving • Turn the key to 4 (ON) without turning the key to 5 (START). 4 3 5 2 1 Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If a light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced. • If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the Starting the engine 1. Turn the key to 4 (ON) without turning the key to 5 (START). If there is difficulty in turning the key, rotate the steering wheel until the key turns freely. 2.
Driving Cold weather starting (flexible fuel vehicles only) In cold weather, ethanol fuel distributors should supply winter grade (Ed85) ethanol. If summer grade (Ed85) ethanol is used in cold weather, you may experience increased cranking times, rough idle or hesitation until the engine has warmed up. Consult your fuel distributor for the availability of winter grade (Ed85) ethanol. High-quality blends of winter grade (Ed85) ethanol will produce satisfactory cold weather starting and driving results.
Driving If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, 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.
Driving 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.) ! BRAKE Parking brake To set the parking brake (1), press the parking brake pedal down until the pedal stops. The BRAKE warning lamp will illuminate and will remain illuminated until the parking brake is released. ! BRAKE To release, pull the lever (2).
Driving If the steering wanders or pulls, check for: • an improperly inflated tire • uneven tire wear • loose or worn suspension components • loose or worn steering components • improper steering alignment TRACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one wheel is on a poor traction surface. Under normal conditions, the Traction-Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle.
Driving AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) Brake-shift interlock This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that prevents the gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) when the ignition is in the ON position unless the brake pedal is depressed. If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in the ON position and the brake pedal depressed: 1. Apply the parking brake, turn ignition key to LOCK, then remove the key. 2.
Driving Driving with a 5–speed automatic transmission (if equipped) Your transmission is equipped with an adaptive learning strategy found in the vehicle computer. This feature is designed to increase durability, and provide consistent shift feel over the life of the vehicle. A new vehicle or transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is considered normal and will not affect function or durability of the transmission.
Driving (Overdrive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmission O/D ON/OFF operates in gears one through (Overdrive) can be five. 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 engine braking.
Driving MANUAL TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) 1 3 5 2 4 R Using the clutch The manual transmission has a starter interlock that prevents cranking the engine unless the clutch pedal is fully depressed. To start the vehicle: 1. Make sure the parking brake is fully set. 2. Press the clutch pedal to the floor, then put the gearshift lever in the neutral position. 3. Start the engine, then press the brake pedal and release the parking brake. 4.
Driving Recommended shift speeds Downshift according to the following charts for your specific engine/drivetrain combination: Upshifts when accelerating (for best fuel economy) Transfer case position (if equipped) Shift from: 2H or 4H 4L 1-2 14 km/h (10 mph) 5 km/h (4 mph) 2-3 32 km/h (22 mph) 11 km/h (9 mph) 3 -4 50 km/h (33 mph) 19 km/h (13 mph) 4 - 5 (Overdrive) 71 km/h (41 mph) 27 km/h (17 mph) Upshifts when cruising (recommended for best fuel economy) Transfer case position (if equipped) Shift from: 2H
Driving 3. Turn the ignition off. Do not park your vehicle in Neutral, it may move unexpectedly and injure someone. Use 1 (First) gear and set the parking brake fully. Removing the key Turn the ignition off, push the release lever (located above the ignition), then turn the key toward you and remove the key. 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.
Driving Using a manual 4WD system (if equipped) 2H 4H N 4L 2H (2WD High) – Power to the rear wheels only; used for street and highway driving. 4H (4WD High) – Used for extra traction such as in snow or icy roads or in off-road situations. Not intended for use on dry pavement. N (Neutral) – No power to either front or rear wheels. 4L (4WD Low)– Uses extra gearing to provide maximum power to all four wheels at reduced speeds.
Driving Using the N (Neutral) position The transfer case N (Neutral) position overrides the transmission and puts the vehicle in neutral regardless of transmission gearshift lever position. The vehicle can move forward or backward. This position should only be used when towing the vehicle. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N (Neutral) position. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition when leaving the vehicle.
Driving 3. On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission, place the transmission in N (Neutral); on vehicles equipped with a manual transmission, depress the clutch. 4. Move the 4WD control to the desired position. • If shifting into 4X4 LOW (4WD Low), wait for the LOW RANGE light in the instrument cluster to turn on indicating the shift is complete. • If shifting out of 4X4 LOW (4WD Low), wait for the LOW RANGE light in the instrument cluster to turn off indicating the shift is complete.
Driving If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement • If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement, slow down, but avoid severe brake application, ease the vehicle back onto the pavement only after reducing your speed. Do not turn the steering wheel too sharply while returning to the road surface. • It may be safer to stay on the apron or shoulder of the road and slow down gradually before returning to the pavement.
Driving 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. Do not spin the wheels at over 56 km/h (35 mph). The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander. Emergency maneuvers • In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn must be made, remember to avoid “over-driving” your vehicle, i.e.
Driving transmission is in P (Park) or the manual transmission is in gear. Do not leave the vehicle unattended with the transfer case in the N (Neutral) position. Always set the parking brake fully and turn off the ignition when leaving the vehicle. 4WD Systems 4WD (when you select a 4WD mode) uses all four wheels to power the vehicle. This increases traction, enabling you to drive over terrain and road conditions that a conventional two-wheel drive vehicle cannot.
Driving Mud and water If you must drive through high water, drive slowly. Traction or brake capability may be limited. When driving through water, determine the depth; avoid water higher than the bottom of the hubs (if possible) and proceed slowly. If the ignition system gets wet, the vehicle may stall. Once through water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes.
Driving slopes or hills. A danger lies in losing traction, slipping sideways and possibly rolling over. Whenever driving on a hill, determine beforehand the route you will use. Do not drive over the crest of a hill without seeing what conditions are on the other side. Do not drive in reverse over a hill without the aid of an observer. When climbing a steep slope or hill, start in a lower gear rather than downshifting to a lower gear from a higher gear once the ascent has started.
Driving Should you start to slide while driving on snowy or icy roads, turn the steering wheel in the direction of the slide until you regain control. Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction on snow and ice. Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting from a full stop. Avoid sudden braking as well.
Driving Do not use “aftermarket lift kits” or other suspension modifications, whether or not they are used with larger tires and wheels. These “aftermarket lift kits” could adversely affect the vehicle’s handling characteristics, which could lead to loss of vehicle control or rollover and serious injury. Tires can be damaged during off-road use. For your safety, tires that are damaged should not be used for highway driving because they are more likely to blow out or fail.
Driving Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make it more likely the vehicle will roll over as a result of a loss of control. Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicle equipped with a high load or device (such as ladder racks or pickup box cover). Failure to maintain your vehicle properly may void the warranty, increase your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities and adversely affect driver and passenger safety.
Driving • GCW (Gross Combined Weight): The combined weight of the towing vehicle (including occupants and cargo) and the loaded trailer. • GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating): Maximum allowable combined weight of towing vehicle (including occupants and cargo) and the loaded trailer. • Maximum Trailer Weight Rating: Maximum weight of a trailer the vehicle is permitted to tow.
Driving Special loading instructions for owners of pickup trucks and utility-type vehicles For important information regarding safe operation of this type of vehicle, see the Preparing to drive your vehicle section in this chapter. Loaded vehicles may handle differently than unloaded vehicles. Extra precautions, such as slower speeds and increased stopping distance, should be taken when driving a heavily loaded vehicle. Your vehicle can haul more cargo and people than most passenger cars.
Driving Engine 2.3L 3.0L (non-torsion bar suspension) 3.0L (torsion bar suspension) 4.0L (non-torsion bar suspension) 4.0L (torsion bar suspension) 4x2 w/manual transmission Rear Maximum Maximum Maximum axle GCWR - kg trailer frontal ratio (lbs.) weight - kg area of (lbs.) trailer - m2 (ft2) Regular Cab w/6’ box All 2177 (4800) 753 (1660) Equal to frontal area of vehicle All 2722 (6000) 1207 (2660) 4.64 (50) All 2722 (6000) 1152 (2540) 4.64 (50) All 3175 (7000) 1624 (3580) 4.
Driving Engine 4x2 w/manual transmission Rear Maximum Maximum Maximum axle GCWR - kg trailer frontal ratio (lbs.) weight - kg area of (lbs.) trailer - m2 (ft2) All 2722 (6000) 1125 (2480) 4.64 (50) 3.0L (non-torsion bar suspension) 3.0L (torsion All 2722 (6000) 1052 (2320) 4.64 (50) bar suspension) 4.0L All 3175 (7000) 1542 (3400) 4.64 (50) (non-torsion bar suspension) 4.0L (torsion All 3175 (7000) 1479 (3260) 4.64 (50) bar suspension) For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 300 meters (1000 ft.
Driving Engine 3.0L 4.0L 3.0L 4.0L 4x4 w/manual transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR - kg trailer (lbs.) weight - kg (lbs) Regular Cab w/6’ box All 2722 (6000) 1180 (2380) All 3175 (7000) 1506 (3320) Regular Cab w/7’ box All 2722 (6000) 1061 (2340) All 3175 (7000) 1479 (3260) SuperCab All 2722 (6000) 1007 (2220) All 3175 (7000) 1424 (3140) All 3175 (7000) 1234 (2720) Maximum frontal area of trailer m2 (ft2) 4.64 (50) 4.64 (50) 4.64 (50) 4.64 (50) 3.0L 4.64 (50) 4.0L 4.64 (50) 4.64 (50) 4.
Driving Engine 2.3L 3.0L (non-torsion bar suspension 3.0L (torsion bar suspension) 4.0L (non-torsion bar suspension) 4.0L (torsion bar suspension) 4x2 w/automatic transmission Rear Maximum Maximum Maximum axle GCWR - kg trailer frontal ratio (lbs.) weight - kg area of (lbs.) trailer - m2 (ft2) Regular Cab w/6’ box All 2495 (5500) 1025 (2260) Equal to frontal area of vehicle All 3402 (7500) 1869 (4120) 4.64 (50) All 3402 (7500) 1814 (4000) 4.64 (50) All 4309 (9500) 2740 (6040) 4.
Driving Engine 4x2 w/automatic transmission Rear Maximum Maximum Maximum axle GCWR - kg trailer frontal ratio (lbs.) weight - kg area of (lbs.) trailer - m2 (ft2) All 3402 (7500) 1715 (3780) 4.64 (50) 3.0L (torsion bar suspension) 4.0L All 4309 (9500) 2667 (5880) 4.64 (50) (non-torsion bar suspension) 4.0L (torsion All 4309 (9500) 2595 (5720) 4.64 (50) bar suspension) For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 300 meters (1000 ft.) elevation.
Driving Engine 3.0L 4.0L 3.0L 4.0L 4x4 w/automatic transmission Rear axle Maximum Maximum ratio GCWR - kg trailer (lbs.) weight - kg (lbs.) Regular Cab w/6’ box All 3402 (7500) 1751 (3860) All 4309 (9500) 2622 (5780) Regular Cab w/7’ box All 3402 (7500) 1724 (3800) All 4309 (9500) 2595 (5720) SuperCab All 3402 (7500) 1669 (3680) All 4309 (9500) 2540 (5600) All 4309 (9500) 2350 (5180) Maximum frontal area of trailer m2 (ft2) 4.64 (50) 4.64 (50) 4.64 (50) 4.64 (50) 3.0L 4.64 (50) 4.0L 4.64 (50) 4.
Driving Towing trailers beyond the maximum recommended gross trailer weight exceeds the limit of the vehicle and could result in engine damage, transmission damage, structural damage, loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover and personal injury. Preparing to tow Use the proper equipment for towing a trailer and make sure it is properly attached to your vehicle. See your dealer or a reliable trailer dealer if you require assistance.
Driving The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the GVWR not GCWR. Trailer lamps Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure your trailer lamps conform to local and Federal regulations. See your dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps. Using a step bumper The optional step bumper is equipped with an integral hitch and requires only a ball with a 19 mm (3/4 inch) shank diameter.
Driving Trailer tow connector Color Function 1. Dark Green Trailer right-hand turn signal 2. Yellow Trailer left-hand turn signal 3. Tan/White Tail lamp 4. White Ground Comment Circuit activated when brake pedal is depressed or when ignition is on and right-hand turn signal is applied. Circuit activated when brake pedal is depressed or when ignition is on and left-hand turn signal is applied. Relay controlled circuit activated when the park lamps/headlamps are on.
Driving Trailer towing tips • Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip to get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turning, make wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles. • Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached. • The trailer tongue weight should be 10–15% of the loaded trailer weight. • After you have traveled 80 km (50 miles), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts.
Driving 4x2 and 4x4 vehicles equipped with a manual transmission: Note: 4x2 vehicles with a manual transmission and 4x4 vehicles with an electronic-shift transfer case and a manual transmission, follow these guidelines for recreational towing: Note: 4x4 vehicles equipped with an electronic-shift transfer case, you must set the 4WD control to 2H (2WD High) before flat towing. Before you have your vehicle towed: • Release the parking brake. • Move the gearshift to the neutral position.
Driving After reaching the destination, you must place the Ranger’s 4x4 gearshift lever in gear (2H, 4H or 4L). 4x2 and 4x4 vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions: 4x2 vehicles with automatic transmissions or 4x4 vehicles with an electronic-shift transfer case and automatic transmission, follow these guidelines for recreational towing: • Release the parking brake. • Turn the key in the ignition to the OFF/UNLOCKED position. • Place the transmission in N (Neutral).
Roadside Emergencies Roadside Emergencies GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty.
Roadside Emergencies Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call 1–800–665–2006. If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor Company will reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain reimbursement information, U.S. Ford or Mercury vehicles customers call 1-800-241-3673; Lincoln vehicle customers call 1–800–521–4140. Canadian customers who need to obtain reimbursement information, call 1–800–665–2006.
Roadside Emergencies This switch is located in the front passenger’s footwell, by the kick panel access cover. 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. FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown.
Roadside Emergencies Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse rating Mini fuses Standard fuses Maxi fuses 2A 3A 4A 5A 7.5A 10A 15A 20A 25A 30A 40A 50A 60A 70A 80A Grey Violet Pink Tan Brown Red Blue Yellow Natural Green — — — — — Grey Violet Pink Tan Brown Red Blue Yellow Natural Green — — — — — — — — — — — — Yellow — Green Orange Red Blue Tan Natural Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located on the left-hand side of the instrument panel facing the driver’s side door.
Roadside Emergencies 28 24 20 16 12 8 4 To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided. 23 27 22 26 30 32 21 25 29 31 19 18 17 15 14 10 9 11 6 5 7 2 13 33 1 35 34 3 36 The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Location 1 2 Fuse Amp Rating 5A 10A 3 7.5A 4 5 6 7 — 15A 2A 7.5A 8 9 — 7.
Roadside Emergencies 154 Fuse/Relay Location 10 Fuse Amp Rating 7.5A 11 7.5A 12 13 14 15 16 — 20A 10A — 30A 17 20A 18 19 — 25A 20 21 22 23 24 7.5A 15A 20A — 7.5A 25 26 — 10A 27 28 — 7.
Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 Fuse Amp Rating 20A — — — 15A Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description Radio Not used Not used Not used Headlamps, DRL module, Instrument cluster — Not used 15A or Not Used 15A: Horn relay (if not equipped with a truck CSM) — Not used Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment.
Roadside Emergencies If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the Battery section of the Maintenance and specifications chapter. 2.
Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Location 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Fuse Amp Rating 20A* — — — 40A** 20A** — — — 10A* — 20A* 30A* 10A* — — 30A* — 15A* 20A* 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 — 15A* — — — — 10A* — — 20A* Power Distribution Box Description Power windows Not used Not used Not used Blower motor Auxiliary cooling fan Not used Not used Not used PCM memory Not used Fuel pump motor Headlamps A/C clutch solenoid Not used Not used ABS module Not used Trailer tow Foglam
Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 42 10A* 43 — 44 — 45A — 45B — 46A — 46B — 47 — 48 — 49 — 50 — 51 — 52 — 53 — 54 — 55 — 56A — 56B — * Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses 158 Power Distribution Box Description Right headlamp low beam (Resistor) Not used Wiper HI/LO Wiper park/run Fuel pump Trailer tow Starter Auxiliary cooling fan Not used Not used Not used Not used PCM Diode PCM Blower A/C clutch solenoid Front washer pump
Roadside Emergencies 3.0L and 4.
Roadside Emergencies 160 Fuse/Relay Location 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 Fuse Amp Rating 20A* — — 40A** — — — — 10A* — 20A* 30A* 10A* — — 30A* — 15A* 20A* 32 33 34 35 36 37 38 39 40 41 42 — 15A* — — — — 10A* — — 20A* 10A* Power Distribution Box Description 4x4 Motor Not used Not used Blower motor Not used Not used Not used Not used PCM memory Not used Fuel pump motor Headlamps A/C clutch solenoid Not used Not used ABS Module Not used Trailer tow Foglamps, Daytime Running L
Roadside Emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Power Distribution Box Location Rating Description 43 — Not used 44 — Not used 45A — Wiper HI/LO 45B — Wiper park/run 46A — Fuel pump 46B — Trailer tow 47A — A/C clutch solenoid 47B — Front washer pump 48A — Fog lamps 48B — Fog lamp relay 51 — Not used 52 — Not used 53 — PCM Diode 54 — PCM 55 — Blower 56 — Starter * Mini Fuses ** Maxi Fuses CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily. Instead, gradually decrease your speed.
Roadside Emergencies If you use the temporary spare tire continuously or do not follow these precautions, the tire could fail, causing you to lose control of the vehicle, possibly injuring yourself or others.
Roadside Emergencies Tool Spare tire Jack, jack handle, wheel nut wrench Key, spare tire lock (if equipped) Location Under the vehicle, just forward of the rear bumper Regular Cab: behind seats and underneath the jack and tools cover SuperCab: stowed in the passenger side rear cab compartment or behind the jump seat in a separate tool bag Four-door models: stowed behind the front seats, between jump seats and underneath jack and tools cover. In the glove box Removing the spare tire 1.
Roadside Emergencies 2. If equipped, unlock and remove the spare tire carrier lock from the rear access hole located just above the rear bumper and below the tailgate. 3. Insert the straight end of the jack handle into the rear access hole located just above the rear bumper and below the tailgate. Forward motion will stop and resistance to turning will be felt when properly engaged. 4. Turn the handle counterclockwise until tire is lowered to the ground and the cable is slightly slack. 5.
Roadside Emergencies 1. Park on a level surface, activate hazard flashers and place gearshift lever in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or 1 (First) (manual transmission). 2. Set the parking brake and turn engine OFF. 3. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. 4. Insert tapered end of the lug wrench behind hub caps and twist them off. 5. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground. 6.
Roadside Emergencies • Rear 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. • Never use the differential as a jacking point. 7. Remove the wheel lug nuts with the lug wrench. 8. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is facing outward. Reinstall the lug nuts until the wheel is snug against the hub.
Roadside Emergencies 13. Unblock the wheels. Stowing the flat/spare tire 1. Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing up. 2. Slide the wheel partially under the vehicle and install the wire and retainer through the center of the wheel. 3. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is raised to its original position underneath the vehicle. The effort to turn the jack handle increases significantly as the tire contacts the frame.
Roadside Emergencies Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the transmission may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is considered normal and will not 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.
Roadside Emergencies + + – – 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery. + + – – 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery.
Roadside Emergencies + + – – 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and the carburetor/fuel injection system. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points. Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal of the battery to be jumped. A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery. 5.
Roadside Emergencies Removing the jumper cables + + – – Remove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they were connected. 1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surface. 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.
Roadside Emergencies + + – – 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle’s battery. + + – – 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle’s battery. 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.
Roadside Emergencies WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, your roadside assistance service provider. It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not approved a slingbelt towing procedure.
Customer Assistance Customer Assistance GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEED At home Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada have authorized dealerships to service your vehicle. It is preferred that you return to the authorized dealer where your vehicle was purchased when warranty repairs are needed. However, you may also take your vehicle to another Ford Motor Company or Ford of Canada dealership authorized for warranty repairs.
Customer Assistance Ford Motor Company of Canada, Limited P.O. Box 2000 Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E4 1-800-565-3673 (FORD) www.ford.ca If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the dealership could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Relationship Center to find an authorized dealership to help you. In the United States: Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center 16800 Executive Plaza Drive P.
Customer Assistance In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to the Dispute Settlement Board before taking action under the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act, or to the extent allowed by state law, before pursuing replacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws. This dispute handling procedure is not required prior to enforcing state created rights or other rights which are independent of the Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act or state replacement or repurchase laws.
Customer Assistance The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. Ford Motor Company reserves the right to change eligibility limitations, modify procedures and/or to discontinue this service without notice and without incurring obligations per applicable state law.
Customer Assistance What the Board needs To have your case reviewed you must complete the application in the DSB brochure and mail it to the address provided on the application form. Some states will require you to use certified mail, with return receipt requested. Your application is reviewed and, if it is determined to be eligible, you will receive an acknowledgment indicating: • The file number assigned to your application. • The toll-free phone number of the DSB’s independent administrator.
Customer Assistance Making a decision Board members review all available information related to each complaint, including oral presentations, and arrive at a fair and impartial decision. Board review may be terminated at any time by either party. Every effort is made to decide the case within 40 days of the date that all requested information is received by the Board. Since the Board generally meets once a month, it may take longer for the Board to consider some cases.
Customer Assistance The CAMVAP program is a straight-forward and relatively speedy alternative to resolve a disagreement when all other efforts to produce a settlement have failed. This procedure is without cost to you and is designed to eliminate the need for lengthy and expensive legal proceedings. In the CAMVAP program, impartial third-party arbitrators conduct hearings at mutually convenient times and places in an informal environment.
Customer Assistance If you are in another foreign country, contact the nearest Ford dealership. If the dealership employees cannot help you, they can direct you to the nearest Ford affiliate office. If you buy your vehicle in North America and then relocate outside of the U.S. or Canada, register your vehicle identification number (VIN) and new address with Ford Motor Company Worldwide Direct Market Operations.
Customer Assistance California Civil Code Section 1793.22(b) presumes that the manufacturer has had a reasonable number of attempts to conform the vehicle to its applicable express warranties if, within the first 18 months of ownership of a new vehicle or the first 29,000 km (18,000 miles), whichever occurs first: 1. Two or more repair attempts are made on the same nonconformity likely to cause death or serious bodily injury OR 2.
Cleaning Cleaning WASHING THE EXTERIOR Wash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutral Ph shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A), which is available from your dealer. • Never use strong household detergents or soap, such as dish washing or laundry liquid. These products can discolor and spot painted surfaces. • Never wash a vehicle that is “hot to the touch” or during exposure to strong, direct sunlight.
Cleaning PAINT CHIPS Your dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your vehicle’s color. Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’s door jam) to your dealer to ensure you get the correct color. • Remove particles such as bird droppings, tree sap, insect deposits, tar spots, road salt and industrial fallout before repairing paint chips. • Always read the instructions before using the products.
Cleaning 2.3L 16 VALVE • 2.3L I4 engine • 3.
Cleaning • 4.0L SOHC V6 engine • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage. PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTS Use only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products are available from your dealer. • For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A). • If tar or grease spots are present, use Ford Extra Strength Tar and Road Oil Removal (B7A-19520–AA).
Cleaning INSTRUMENT PANEL AND CLUSTER LENS Clean the instrument panel with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth. • Avoid cleaners or polish that increase the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection. Do not use chemical solvents or strong detergents when cleaning the steering wheel or instrument panel to avoid contamination of the air bag system.
Cleaning UNDERBODY Flush the complete underside of your vehicle frequently. Keep body and door drain holes free from packed dirt. FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTS Your Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality 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.
Maintenance and Specifications Maintenance and Specifications SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS To help you service your vehicle: • We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy location. • We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes tracking routine service easy. If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide the necessary parts and service. Check your Warranty Guide/Owner Information Guide to find out which parts and services are covered.
Maintenance and Specifications Working with the engine on • Automatic transmission: 1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park). 2. Block the wheels. • Manual transmission: 1. Set the parking brake, depress the clutch and place the gearshift in N (Neutral). 2. Block the wheels. Note: Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1.
Maintenance and Specifications IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 2.3L I4 engine 1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Engine coolant reservoir 3. Engine oil dipstick 4. Transmission fluid dipstick (automatic transmission) 5. Engine oil filler cap 6. Brake fluid reservoir 7. Power distribution box 8. Clutch fluid reservoir (manual transmission) 9. Battery 10. Power steering fluid reservoir 11.
Maintenance and Specifications 3.0L V6 engine 1. Engine coolant reservoir 2. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick (if equipped) 5. Engine oil dipstick 6. Brake fluid reservoir 7. Power distribution box 8. Clutch fluid reservoir (if equipped) 9. Battery 10. Power steering fluid reservoir 11.
Maintenance and Specifications 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 1. Windshield washer fluid reservoir 2. Automatic transmission fluid dipstick (if equipped) 3. Engine oil filler cap 4. Engine oil dipstick 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Power distribution box 7. Clutch fluid reservoir (if equipped) 8. Battery 9. Power steering fluid reservoir 10. Air filter assembly 11.
Maintenance and Specifications WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID SHER FL WA UID 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. ON LY RADIATOR COOLANT ONLY State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive.
Maintenance and Specifications 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 securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or 1 (First) (manual transmission). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5.
Maintenance and Specifications • 3.0L V6 engine • 4.
Maintenance and Specifications 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks, the oil level is acceptable, DO NOT ADD OIL. • If the oil level is below the MIN mark, add enough oil to raise the level within the MIN-MAX range. • 2.3L I4 engine • 3.
Maintenance and Specifications • 4.0L SOHC V6 engine • Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oil must be removed from the engine by a service technician. 7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated. Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter. 2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity.
Maintenance and Specifications Engine Oil Recommendations 2.3L & 3.0L Engines Look for this certification trademark. SAE 5W-20 engine oil is recommended. Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance guide. Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, oil treatments or engine treatments. They are unnecessary and could, under certain conditions, lead to engine damage which is not covered by your warranty. 4.
Maintenance and Specifications Engine Oil Filter Recommendation Change your engine oil filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the scheduled maintenance guide. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life. If a replacement oil filter is used that does not meet Ford Material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced.
Maintenance and Specifications If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals, remove the cables from the terminals and clean with a wire brush. You can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking soda and water. Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery, always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide proper ventilation.
Maintenance and Specifications RN LE TU AD RE • The vehicle may need to be driven to relearn the idle and fuel trim strategy. • If you do not allow the engine to relearn its idle trim, the idle quality of your vehicle may be adversely affected until the idle trim is eventually relearned. When the battery is disconnected or a new battery installed, the transmission must relearn its adaptive strategy. As a result of this, the transmission may shift firmly.
Maintenance and Specifications Your vehicle was factory-filled with a 50/50 engine coolant and water concentration. If the concentration of coolant falls below 40% or above 60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly. A 50–50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following: • Freeze protection down to -36° C (-34° F). • • • • Boiling protection up to 129° C (265° F). Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. Enables calibrated gauges to work properly. 2.3L engines • 3.
Maintenance and Specifications • Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for service interval schedules. • Be sure to read and understand Precautions when servicing your vehicle in this chapter. If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval, the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty. If the reservoir is low or empty, add engine coolant to the reservoir. Refer to Adding engine coolant in this chapter.
Maintenance and Specifications • A large amount of water without engine coolant may be added, in case of emergency, to reach a vehicle service location. In this instance, the cooling system must be drained and refilled with a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible. Water alone (without engine coolant) can cause engine damage from corrosion, overheating or freezing.
Maintenance and Specifications After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration, refer to Checking Engine Coolant section. If the concentration is not 50/50 (protection to –34° F/–36° C), drain some coolant and adjust the concentration. It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50/50 coolant concentration. Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolant reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle.
Maintenance and Specifications If you drive in extremely hot climates: • It is still necessary to maintain the coolant concentration above 40%. • NEVER decrease the coolant concentration below 40%. • Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will decrease the corrosion protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage. • Decreased engine coolant concentrations below 40% will decrease the freeze protection characteristics of the engine coolant and may cause engine damage.
Maintenance and Specifications Fuel ethanol and gasoline may contain benzene, which is a cancer-causing agent. Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel: • Extinguish all smoking materials and any open flames before fueling your vehicle. • Always turn off the vehicle before fueling. • Automotive fuels can be harmful or fatal if swallowed. Fuels such as gasoline and ethanol are highly toxic and if swallowed can cause death or permanent injury.
Maintenance and Specifications Pure ethanol is the alcohol which is the intoxicating agent in liquor, beer and wine. It is distilled from the fermentation of plants such as field corn and sugar cane. When ethanol is used in the making of motor fuels, a small amount of a bad tasting chemical is added to discourage beverage use. The resulting fuel is called Ed100 meaning 100% pure ethanol diluted by 2% to 5% gasoline as the “denaturant.
Maintenance and Specifications • Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while filling. • DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill position. Fuel Filler Cap Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1/8 turn on/off feature. When fueling your vehicle: 1. Turn the engine off. 2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/8 of a turn until it stops. 3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe. 4.
Maintenance and Specifications Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED FUEL. The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle. If your vehicle is a flexible fuel vehicle (FFV), use only UNLEADED FUEL and (E85) ETHANOL. The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle. Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can damage critical fuel system components.
Maintenance and Specifications Fuel quality Many of the world’s automakers issued the World-wide Fuel Charter that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle. Gasolines that meet the World-wide Fuel Charter should be used when available. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the World-wide Fuel Charter.
Maintenance and Specifications If you have run out of fuel: • You may need to cycle the ignition from OFF to ON several times after refueling, to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to the engine. • Your “Check Engine” indicator may come on. For more information on the “Check Engine” indicator, refer to the Instrument Cluster chapter. Fuel Filter For fuel filter replacement, see your dealer or a qualified service technician.
Maintenance and Specifications For consistent results when filling the fuel tank: • Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling, an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running. • Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each time the tank is filled. • Allow no more than 2 automatic click-offs when filling. • Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating. • Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand.
Maintenance and Specifications Habits • Smooth, moderate operation can yield up to 10% savings in fuel. • Steady speeds without stopping will usually give the best fuel economy. • Idling for long periods of time (greater than one minute) may waste fuel. • Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop. • Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy. • Slow down gradually.
Maintenance and Specifications • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy. • Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first 12–16 km (8–10 miles) of driving. • Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to driving on hilly terrain.
Maintenance and Specifications If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine Ford Motor Company parts 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.
Maintenance and Specifications 3. The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened. These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel and/or properly tightening the fuel cap. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions 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.
Maintenance and Specifications CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID • 2.3L I4 engine • 3.0L V6 engine • 4.
Maintenance and Specifications Check the power steering fluid. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval schedules. If adding fluid is necessary, use only MERCON威 ATF. 1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be near the center of the normal area between H and C). 2. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several times. 3. Turn the engine off. 4.
Maintenance and Specifications Brake fluid is toxic. If brake fluid contacts the eyes, flush eyes with running water for 15 minutes. Seek medical attention if irritation persists. If taken internally, drink water and induce vomiting. Seek medical attention immediately. 1. Clean the reservoir cap before removal to prevent dirt and water from entering the reservoir. 2. Remove cap and rubber diaphragm from reservoir. 3. Add fluid until the level reaches the step in the reservoir. 4.
Maintenance and Specifications 3. With the parking brake engaged and your foot on the brake pedal, start the engine and move the gearshift lever through all of the gear ranges. Allow sufficient time for each gear to engage. 4. Latch the gearshift lever in P (Park) and leave the engine running. 5. Remove the dipstick, wiping it clean with a clean, dry lint free rag. If necessary, refer to Identifying components in the engine compartment in this chapter for the location of the dipstick. 6.
Maintenance and Specifications High fluid level Fluid levels above the safe range may result in transmission failure. An overfill condition of transmission fluid may cause shift and/or engagement concerns and/or possible damage. High fluid levels can be caused by an overheating condition. Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used.
Maintenance and Specifications Checking and adding manual transmission fluid (if equipped) 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level. 3. Fluid level should be at the bottom of the opening. 4. Add enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening. 5. Install and tighten the fill plug securely. Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter.
Maintenance and Specifications Checking and adding transfer case fluid (if equipped) 1. Clean the filler plug. 2. Remove the filler plug and inspect the fluid level. 3. Add only enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening. Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to Lubricant Specifications in this chapter. DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that require lubrication.
Maintenance and Specifications 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 on the tire sidewall between tread shoulder and maximum section width. For example: • Treadwear 200 Traction AA Temperature A These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of Transportation has set.
Maintenance and Specifications The traction grade assigned to this tire is based on straight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not include acceleration, cornering, hydroplaning or peak traction characteristics. Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel.
Maintenance and Specifications 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. • Four tire rotation • Five tire rotation Note: Do not use a temporary spare tire for a five tire rotation.
Maintenance and Specifications Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wear band is visible through the tire treads. Due to exposure to the elements and exhaust you should replace the spare tire when you replace the other tires. When replacing full size tires, never mix radial bias-belted, or bias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the Certification Label. Make sure that all tires are the same size, speed rating, and load-carrying capacity.
Maintenance and Specifications SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Driving too fast for conditions creates the possibility of loss of vehicle control. Driving at very high speeds for extended periods of time may result in damage to vehicle components. Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you currently have on your vehicle. The tires on your vehicle have all weather treads to provide traction in rain and snow. However, in some climates, you may need to use snow tires and chains.
Maintenance and Specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter element Fuel filter Battery Oil filter PCV valve Spark plugs* 2.3L I4 engine FA-1658 3.0L V6 engine 4.0L V6 engine FA-1658 FA-1658 FG–1002 BXT-59 FL-400S EV-227 AWSF-32FEM FG–1002 BXT-59 FL-400S EV-130 AWSF-32PP** FG–1002 BXT-59 FL-820S EV-225 AGSF-34FP * Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark plug gap information.
Maintenance and Specifications REFILL CAPACITIES Fluid Engine oil (includes filter change)7 Brake fluid and Clutch fluid Power steering fluid 232 Ford Part Name Motorcraft SAE 5W- 20 Premium Synthetic Blend Motor Oil (US) Motorcraft SAE 5W-20 Super Premium Motor Oil (Canada) Motorcraft SAE 5W- 30 Super Premium Motor Oil Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Motorcraft MERCON威 ATF Application Capacity 2.3L engine 3.8L (4.0 quarts) 3.0L V6 engine 4.3L (4.5 quarts) 4.
Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Ford Part Name Motorcraft MERCON威 ATF Motorcraft MERCON威V ATF Transmission fluid 1 Engine coolant 4 Application Capacity 5-speed manual 2.65L (2.8 quarts) 3 9.4L (9.9 quarts) 2 4x2 vehicles with automatic and 2.3L I4 engine 4x2 vehicles with automatic and 3.0L or 4.0L engines 4x4 vehicles with automatic and 3.0L or 4.0L Motorcraft 2.3 L I4 engine Premium Gold with manual Engine Coolant transmission (yellow-colored) 2.3L I4 engine with automatic transmission 3.
Maintenance and Specifications Fluid Fuel tank Transfer case Fluid Front axle lubricant Rear axle5, 6 lubricant Rear axle lubricant (FX4 only)6 Windshield washer fluid Ford Part Name N/A Motorcraft MERCON威 ATF Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Motorcraft SAE 80W-90 Premium Rear Axle Lubricant Motorcraft SAE 75W-140 Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant Motorcraft Premium Windshield Washer Concentrate Application Capacity Regular cab (Short wheel base) Regular cab (Long wheel base) SuperCab
Maintenance and Specifications 2 Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amount of transmission fluid and fluid level should be set by the indication on the dipstick’s normal operating range. 3 Service refill capacity for the manual transmission is determined by filling the transmission to the bottom of the filler hole with the vehicle on a level surface.
Maintenance and Specifications Item Brake fluid and clutch fluid (if equipped) Door weather strips Engine coolant Engine oil Hinges, door checks, latches, striker plates, fuel filler door hinge and seat tracks 236 Ford part name or equivalent Motorcraft High Performance DOT 3 Motor Vehicle Brake Fluid Silicone Lubricant Motorcraft Premium Gold Engine Coolant (yellow-colored) 2.3L and 3.
Maintenance and Specifications Ford part name or equivalent Motorcraft Transmission /steering/parking Premium brake linkages Long-Life Grease and pivots, brake and clutch pedal shaft, clutch pilot bearing and.
Maintenance and Specifications ENGINE DATA Engine Cubic inches Required fuel Firing order Spark plug gap Ignition system Compression ratio 2.3L I4 engine 138 87 octane 1-3-4-2 1.04-1.19 mm (0.041-0.047 inch) EDIS 3.0L V6 engine 182 87 octane 1-4-2-5-3-6 1.07-1.1 7mm (0.042-0.046 inch) EDIS 9.7:1 4.0L V6 engine 245 87 octane 1-4-2-5-3-6 1.3-1.4 mm (0.052-0.056 inch) EDIS 9.0:1 Regular Cab Short Wheel Base (SWB) mm (in) 4763 (187.5) Regular Cab Long Wheel Base (LWB) mm (in) 5093 (200.
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Maintenance and Specifications 4 1 IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Certification label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Certification label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Certification label may be located. The Certification label is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver’s side.
Maintenance and Specifications Vehicle identification number (VIN) The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side instrument panel. (Please note that in the graphic XXXX is representative of your vehicle identification number.) XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX Engine number The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification number) is stamped on the engine block, transmission, frame and transfer case (if equipped).
Accessories Accessories FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE A wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for your vehicle through your local authorized Ford, Lincoln, Mercury or Ford of Canada dealer. These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle.
Accessories Comfort and convenience Cargo cage / bed extender Cargo organizers Cargo retainer net Engine block heaters Manual sliding rear window Remote start Tire step Travel equipment Automatic headlamp system with DRL Bed rail caps Bed tent (Short bed, Styleside only) Cellular phone holder Compass mirror Compass mirror with outside temperature reading Daytime running lights First aid kit Fog lights Peace of mind kit Pickup box rails (tubular) Removable bike carrier (bed mount/hitch mount) Running boards/
Accessories Protection and appearance equipment Air bag anti-theft locks Bed mats Bedliners Bull bars (chrome & black) Carpeted floor mats with logo Door edge guards Front end covers (full and sport) Bug deflectors Cap (hard — color keyed — Leer supplier branded) Locking gas cap Rear window deflector Removable tailgate lock Retractable bed hooks Running boards and bars Side window air deflectors Skid plate (4x4 only) Spare tire lock Tailgate protector Tail lamp surrounds (chrome & black) Tonneau covers — so
Accessories For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle: • When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety compliance certification label). Consult your dealer for specific weight information.
Index Index A Air bag supplemental restraint system ..........................................86 and child safety seats ..............88 description ................................86 disposal ......................................91 driver air bag ............................89 indicator light ...........................91 operation ...................................89 passenger air bag .....................89 passenger deactivation switch ........................................92 Air cleaner filter ...
Index Cleaning your vehicle engine compartment ..............184 instrument panel ....................187 interior .....................................187 plastic parts ............................186 safety belts ..............................187 washing ....................................183 waxing .....................................183 wheels ......................................184 wiper blades ............................186 Clock adjust AM/FM .......................................16 Single CD ..
Index checking and adding ..............195 dipstick ....................................195 filter, specifications ........199, 231 recommendations ...................199 refill capacities ........................232 specifications ..................235, 238 Exhaust fumes ..........................114 F Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....207 Fluid capacities .........................232 Foglamps .....................................42 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......123 driving off road .....................
Index Infant seats (see Safety seats) ...............99–100 Inspection/maintenance (I/M) testing ........................................218 Instrument panel cleaning ...................................187 cluster ........................................10 lighting up panel and interior .......................................43 J Jack ............................................161 positioning .......................161, 164 storage .............................161–163 Jump-starting your vehicle ......
Index Preparing to drive your vehicle ........................................117 Spark plugs, specifications .....................231, 238 R Special notice ambulance conversions ..............7 utility-type vehicles ....................6 Radio ..............16, 18, 21, 24, 30, 34 AM/FM .......................................16 Single CD ..................................18 Relays ........................................151 Remote entry system .................65 illuminated entry ......................
Index Transmission automatic operation ...............118 fluid, checking and adding (automatic) .............................221 fluid, checking and adding (manual) .................................224 fluid, refill capacities ..............232 lubricant specifications ..235, 238 manual operation ....................121 Trunk ...........................................63 Turn signal ..................................45 V Vehicle dimensions ...................238 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ........
