Contents Before driving Introduction 2 Instrumentation 4 Controls and features Seating and safety restraints 19 113 Starting and driving Starting 136 Driving 140 Roadside emergencies 166 Servicing Maintenance and care 187 Capacities and specifications 228 Customer assistance 236 Reporting safety defects 248 Index 249 All rights reserved.
Introduction ICONS Indicates a safety alert. Read the following section on Warnings. Indicates vehicle information related to recycling and other environmental concerns will follow. Correct vehicle usage and the authorized disposal of waste cleaning and lubrication materials are significant steps towards protecting the environment. Indicates a message regarding child safety restraints. Refer to Seating and safety restraints for more information.
Introduction INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing. Ford may change the contents without notice and without incurring obligation. SPECIAL NOTICES Notice to owners of utility type vehicles Before you drive your vehicle, please read this Owner’s Guide carefully. Your vehicle is not a passenger car. As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control or an accident.
Instrumentation Instrument cluster (pg. 6) 4 H C 5 6 2 UNLEADED FUEL ONLY 0 o o o o RPM x 1000 80 100 120 40 80 140 60 30 20 1 F 50 60 70 40 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 20 10 0 km/h H 90 160 L 100 180 110 H 200 E RSM OFF ON SET ACC OFF COAST SRS Headlamp control (pg. 20) Instrument panel dimmer switch (pg. 21) Turn signal and wiper/washer control (pg. 85) Tilt steering wheel lever (pg. 85) 4 Driver side air bag (pg. 125) Speed control (pg.
Instrumentation Rear window defroster control (pg. 31) Electronic sound system (pg. 34) Rear window/washer control (pg. 86) Gearshift (includes overdrive button) (pg. 149) OD ON/OFF VOL – PUSH ON OFF SEEK TUNE DISCS REW 1 SCAN FF 2 R. WIPE ON CLK FM 1 AM FM BASS TREB BAL FADE AUTO SET PUSH TAPE CD EJ DOLBY SYSTEM SIDE 1-2 3 COMP 5 4 SHUFFLE 6 OFF • A/C • MAX A/C Climate controls (pg. 87) Fog lamp control (pg.
Instrumentation WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES DOOR AJAR CHECK GAGE 4 3 H CHECK ENGINE 5 6 30 20 1 FUEL RESET F E ABS 40 60 70 80 0 0 0 80 100 10 0 ! BRAKE P 40 90 120 60 2 C 50 RPMx1000 140 000000 20 MPH R N D 2 1 160 100 180 H 4WD HIGH km/h 120 THEFT SPEED CONT L 110 H CHECK SUSP 4WD LOW L O/D OFF Check engine Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s CHECK emission control system.
Instrumentation 3. The fuel cap may not have been properly installed and securely tightened. These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank with good quality fuel and/or properly installing and securely tightening the gas cap. After three driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions present, the Check Engine 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.
Instrumentation Safety belt Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For more information, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Brake system warning Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position ! and the engine is off. If the brake BRAKE warning lamp does not illuminate at this time, seek service immediately. Also illuminates when the parking brake is engaged.
Instrumentation High beams Illuminates when the high beam headlamps are turned on. Anti-theft system (if equipped) Refer to SecuriLocky passive anti-theft system in the Controls and features chapter. THEFT Charging system Illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and the engine is off. The light also illuminates when the battery is not charging properly, requiring electrical system service.
Instrumentation Four wheel drive high (if equipped) This light momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to ON. Illuminates when four-wheel drive high is engaged. If the light continues to flash have the system serviced. Door ajar Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON or START position and any door is open. 4WD HIGH DOOR AJAR O/D off Illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position and O/D transmission control switch has OFF been pushed.
Instrumentation pressed, the brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position. Safety belt warning chime Chimes to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter. Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter.
Instrumentation Speedometer Indicates the current vehicle speed. 50 40 60 70 80 0 0 0 80 100 60 30 20 10 Engine coolant temperature gauge Indicates the temperature of the engine coolant. At normal operating temperature, the needle remains within the normal area (the area between the “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 immediately and let the engine cool.
Instrumentation Odometer Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle. 60 70 50 40 80 0 0 0 100 80 90 120 60 30 20 000000 40 40 60 70 80 0 0 0 80 100 10 Tachometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine. 90 120 140 000000 40 110 km/h 120 60 30 100 180 MPH 50 20 160 20 10 Trip odometer Registers the kilometers (miles) of individual journeys.
Instrumentation Battery voltage gauge This gauge shows the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range (as indicated), have the vehicle’s electrical system checked as soon as possible. H L Engine oil pressure gauge This shows the engine oil pressure in the system. Sufficient pressure exists as long as the needle remains in the normal range (the area between the “L” and “H”).
Instrumentation Fuel gauge Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank (when the key is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion. The ignition should be in the OFF position while the vehicle is being refueled. When the gauge first indicates empty, there is a small amount of reserve fuel in the tank. When refueling the vehicle from empty indication, the amount of fuel that can be added will be less than the advertised capacity due to the reserve fuel.
Instrumentation Selectable features English/metric display Press to toggle the message center display between metric or English units. FUEL ENGLISH/ METRIC RANGE STATUS ECON RESET SYSTEM CHECK OIL CHANGE RESET Fuel range Press once to display the approximate kilometers (miles) left to drive before the fuel tank is empty. Press again to display the distance driven since this function was last manually reset.
Instrumentation Fuel economy Press to display your vehicle’s average fuel economy in liters/100 km or (miles/gallons). Reset Press the reset control to reset the current feature being displayed. Warnings, distance driven, average fuel economy, fuel used and personalized oil reset percentage are the only features that respond to reset.
Instrumentation The engine oil life left has two phases. The first display will indicate the oil change status (OK, SOON, REQUIRED). The second display will indicate the percentage of oil life remaining. The display OIL TEMP SIGNAL ERROR indicates a problem with the system. Following this display, contact your dealer or qualified service technician for system maintenance.
Instrumentation OIL LIFE RESET TO 100%. (If you have established a personalized oil reset percentage, the display will show that percentage instead of 100%.) This reset procedure should be performed only after an oil change to ensure accurate oil life indications. Your personalized oil reset percentage allows you to establish a smaller oil change interval than the manufacturer’s recommended interval. To establish your personalized oil reset percentage: 1.
Controls and features HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to the first position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate to the second position to also turn on the headlamps. OFF Foglamp control (if equipped) Turn on the low-beam headlamps and press the foglamp control to activate the foglamps. The foglamp control will illuminate when the foglamps are on. Press the foglamp control a second time to deactivate the foglamps.
Controls and features Flash to pass Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate. PANEL DIMMER CONTROL Use to adjust the brightness of the instrument panel during headlamp and parklamp operation. • Rotate up to brighten. • Rotate down to dim. • Rotate to full down position to turn off. DIM CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Manual heating and air conditioning system OFF A/C MAX A/C Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle.
Controls and features Temperature control knob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle. Mode selector control Controls the direction of the airflow to the inside of the vehicle. OFF A/C MAX A/C The air conditioning compressor will operate in all modes except and . However, the air conditioning will only function if the outside temperature is about 10°C (50°F) or above.
Controls and features • (Panel and floor)-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. For added customer comfort, when the temperature control knob is anywhere in between the full hot and full cold positions, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the instrument panel registers.
Controls and features • Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area (at the bottom of the windshield under the hood). • If your vehicle has been parked with the windows closed during hot weather, the air conditioner will do a much faster job of cooling if you drive for two or three minutes with the windows open. This will force most of the hot, stale air out of the vehicle. Then operate your air conditioner as you would normally.
Controls and features Turning the EATC off Press OFF. HI OFF AUTOMATIC FLR • DEF DEF LO Automatic operation Press AUTOMATIC and select the desired temperature. The selected temperature and the word AUTO will appear in the display window. The EATC system will either heat or cool to achieve the selected temperature. The system will automatically determine fan speed, airflow location and if fresh outside air or recirculated air is required.
Controls and features To control the temperature, select any temperature between 18°C (65°F) and 29°C (85°F) by pressing the blue (cooler) or red (warmer) buttons. REAR FAN OFF MAX A/C VENT PNL • FLR For continuous maximum cooling, push the blue button until 16°C (60°F) is shown in the display window. The EATC will continue maximum cooling (disregarding the displayed temperature) until a warmer temperature is selected by pressing the red button.
Controls and features • Rotate the thumbwheel up for higher fan speed or down for lower fan speed. • Press the steering wheel fan speed control up for higher fan speed or down for lower fan speed. The display will show to indicate ˚F manual fan operation. AUTO To return to automatic fan operation, press AUTOMATIC. Manual override controls The override controls are located at the bottom of the EATC and allow you to determine where airflow is directed. To return to full automatic control, press AUTOMATIC.
Controls and features • PNL•FLR-Distributes outside air through the instrument panel registers and the floor ducts. Heating and air conditioning capabilities are provided in this mode. The air will be heated or cooled based on the temperature selection. For added customer comfort, the air distributed through the floor ducts will be slightly warmer than the air sent to the instrument panel registers. • FLOOR-Allows for maximum heating by distributing outside air through the floor ducts.
Controls and features The EATC display window will indicate REAR FAN OFF. The rear console fan will remain off until REAR FAN OFF is pressed again. Operating tips • In humid weather, select DEF before driving. This will prevent your windshield from fogging. After a few minutes, select any desired position. • To prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle, don’t drive with the climate control system in the OFF position.
Controls and features Rear console climate controls (if equipped) Depending on the equipment package of your vehicle, the rear console may be equipped with rear console audio/climate controls. - VOLUME + MODE SEEK MEMORY The instrument panel climate controls must be on in order for the rear console climate controls to work. Turn the air distribution control to the desired airflow position. Turn the fan speed control to the - VOLUME + MODE desired position.
Controls and features Select for air to flow through these vents: – VOLUME SEEK + BAND MEMORY REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER The rear defroster control is located on the instrument panel. Press the rear defroster control to clear the rear window of thin ice and fog. • The small LED will illuminate when the rear defroster is activated. The ignition must be in the ON position to operate the rear window defroster.
Controls and features 4WD CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) This control operates the 4WD. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information. 4x4 AUTO HIGH LOW REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED) The reverse sensing system (RSS) sounds a tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper when the reverse gear is selected. The RSS will assist the driver in detecting certain objects while the vehicle slowly moves in reverse at speeds less than 8 km/h (3 mph).
Controls and features The reverse sensing system detects obstacles within approximately 1.8 meters (5.9 ft.) of the rear bumper with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper. As you move closer to the obstacle, the rate of the tone increases. When the distance to the obstacle is less than 20.0 cm (8 in.), the tone will sound continuously. A reverse sensing control allows the driver to enable and disable the RSS when the ignition is ON.
Controls and features To help avoid personal injury, please read and understand the limitations on the reverse sensing system described above. Reverse sensing is only an assist for some (generally large and fixed) objects. It is the drivers responsibility for ensuring that their path is clear when operating the vehicle. To help avoid personal injury, always use caution when in reverse and when using the reverse sensing system.
Controls and features Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. Turn the control to raise or lower volume. VOL - PUSH ON VOL - PUSH ON If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works in radio and tape modes.
Controls and features Tune adjust The tune control works in radio mode. Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next SEEK frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable TUNE station is located there). Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly. to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not • Press a listenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement. Seek function The seek function control works in radio mode.
Controls and features Setting memory preset stations 1. Select the frequency band with the AM or the FM select control. 2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station. 3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns, indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bass output.
Controls and features Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers. BAL Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers. FADE Tape select • To enter tape mode while in radio mode, press the TAPE AMS control. CLK TAPE AMS Automatic Music Search The Automatic Music Search feature allows you to quickly locate the beginning of the tape selection being played or to skip to the next selection.
Controls and features To activate the feature, momentarily depress the TAPE AMS button. Then, press either REW (for the beginning of the current selection) or FF (to advance to the next selection). The tape deck stops and returns to play mode when the AMS circuit senses a blank section on the tape. In order to ensure proper operation of the AMS feature, the tape MUST have a blank section of at least 4 seconds duration between programs. Rewind The rewind control works in tape SIDE 1 - 2 mode.
Controls and features Press the control to activate (and deactivate) Dolbyt noise reduction. The noise reduction system is manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Setting the clock To set the hour, press and hold the CLK control and press: CLK TAPE AMS • • to decrease hours and to increase hours.
Controls and features • • to decrease minutes and to increase minutes. SEEK SEEK TUNE TUNE AM/FM Stereo / Single CD Radio VOL - PUSH ON AM FM SCN ST FM1 BASS TREB BAL FADE CD CLK DISC SEEK EJ TUNE COMP 1 2 3 Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off.
Controls and features Turn the control to raise or lower volume. VOL - PUSH ON If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works in radio and CD modes. AM FM CD AM/FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press the control to switch between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations.
Controls and features • Press to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement. Seek function The seek function control works in radio or CD mode. Seek function in radio mode • Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band. to find the next • Press listenable station up the frequency band. Seek function in CD mode • Press to listen to the next selection. • Press to listen to the previous selection.
Controls and features Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with four or six station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to four or six preset AM stations and eight or twelve FM stations (four to six in FM1 and four to six in FM2). Setting memory preset stations 1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM select control. 2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station. 3.
Controls and features Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers. BAL Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers. FADE CD select • To begin CD play (if CD[s] are loaded), press the CD control. The first track of the disc will begin playing. After that, CD play will begin where it stopped last. CD Eject function Press the control to stop and eject a CD.
Controls and features Setting the clock To set the hour, press and hold the CLK control and press: SCN CLK • • to decrease hours and to increase hours. SEEK SEEK TUNE TUNE To set the minute, press and hold the CLK control and press: SCN CLK • • 46 to decrease minutes and to increase minutes.
Controls and features Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD/Premium Sound DISC VOL - PUSH ON EJ FM 1 AMC BL AM ST MUTE RF FM EJ DOLBY B NR TAPE CD AUTO SEEK TUNE SCAN BASS TREB REW FF SIDE 1-2 1 2 3 Volume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. Audio power can also be turned on by pressing the AM/FM select control or the tape/CD select control. Audio power is turned off by using the volume/power control. Turn control to raise or lower volume.
Controls and features If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works in radio, tape and CD modes. AM FM AM/FM select in radio mode This control allows you to select AM or FM frequency bands. Press the control to switch between AM, FM1 or FM2 memory preset stations.
Controls and features Tune adjust for CD changer (if equipped) • Press to select the previous SEEK SEEK disc in the CD changer. (Play will begin on the first track of the TUNE TUNE disc unless the CD changer is in shuffle mode. Refer to Shuffle feature for more information. Hold the control to continue reversing through the remaining discs. to select the next disc • Press in the CD changer. Hold the control to fast-forward through the remaining discs.
Controls and features Seek function for CD or CD changer (if equipped) • Press to seek to the previous track of the current disc. If a selection has been playing for three seconds or more and you press , the CD changer will replay that selection from the beginning. SEEK • Press to seek forward to the TUNE next track of the current disc. After the last track has been completed, the first track of the current disc will automatically replay. Scan function The scan function works in radio, tape or CD mode.
Controls and features Setting memory preset stations AM FM 1. Select the frequency band with the AM/FM select control. 2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station. REW FF SIDE 1-2 1 2 3 4 COMP SHUFFLE 5 6 3. Press and hold a memory preset control until the sound returns, indicating the station is held in memory on the control you selected.
Controls and features To deactivate autoset and return to your audio system’s manually set memory stations, press the AUTO control again. Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bass output. Press the BASS control then press: • to decrease the bass output and • to increase the bass output. Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output.
Controls and features • • to shift sound to the left and to shift sound to the right. Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers. Press the FADE control then press: • to shift the sound to the front and to shift the sound to the rear. • SEL BAL FADE SEL Tape/CD select • To begin tape play (with a tape loaded into the audio system) TAPE CD while in the radio or CD mode, press the TAPE control.
Controls and features Rewind The rewind control works in tape REW and CD modes. 1 • In tape mode, radio play will continue until rewind is stopped (with the TAPE control) or the beginning of the tape is reached. • In CD mode, pressing the REW control rewinds the CD within the current track. Fast forward The fast forward control works in FF tape and CD modes. 2 • In the tape mode, tape direction will automatically reverse when the end of the tape is reached.
Controls and features Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Compression adjust Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust.
Controls and features To set the minute, press and hold the CLK control and press TUNE: AUTO CLK to decrease minutes and • to increase minutes. • If your vehicle has a separate clock module, (other than the digital radio display), the CLK button will not function in the above manner. SEEK SEEK TUNE TUNE The CLK button will allow you to switch between media display mode AUTO (radio station, stereo information, etc.) and clock display mode (time).
Controls and features Mute mode Press the control to mute the playing media. Press the control again to return to the playing media. EJ MUTE Rear seat controls (if equipped) The Personal Audio System, a - VOLUME + MODE feature of the optional Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD/Premium Sound and the MACHt SEEK MEMORY Audio System with AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD, allows front and middle seat passengers to listen to different media sources (radio, cassette or CD) simultaneously.
Controls and features To activate the Personal Audio System, press the speaker/headphone control. Press the MODE control to change audio sources (for headphone mode only). Use the SEEK, VOLUME and MEMORY controls to make adjustments to the playing media. Adjusting the volume Press the + control to increase volume. Press the - control to decrease volume. From the rear seat controls, volume control can be set no higher than the current radio setting unless the speakers are turned off.
Controls and features Turning the speakers on and off Press to turn all speakers on or off. - VOLUME + MODE SEEK MEMORY Using headphones Plug a 3.5 mm headphone (not included) into the jack. Press the speaker on/off control to operate the headphones. The rear speakers will cut out once the speaker on/off control is pressed. The front speaker will remain playing for the front passengers. Press the control again to deactivate the headphones.
Controls and features Memory preset control Push the MEMORY control successively to allow rear seat passengers to scroll through the 6 memory presets in AM, FM1 or FM2. Push the MEMORY control in CD changer mode (if equipped) to advance to the next disc. Seek function • In radio mode, press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band. • In radio mode, press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band.
Controls and features MACHT Audio System with AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD DISC VOL - PUSH ON EJ FM1 MUTE ST AM FM EJ DOLBY B NR TAPE CD AUTO FADE RDS SEEK TUNE SCAN BASS TREB REW FF SIDE 1-2 1 2 3 SEL 4 BAL COMP SHUFFLE 5 6 Your audio system is equipped with selective lighting, a unique lighting strategy. This lighting feature is operable when the headlamps are illuminated.
Controls and features Turn control to raise or lower volume. VOL - PUSH ON If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. If you wish to maintain your preset volume level, turn the audio system off with the power control before switching off the ignition. AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works in radio, tape and CD modes.
Controls and features Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly. • Press to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement. SEEK SEEK TUNE TUNE Tune adjust for CD changer (if equipped) • Press to select the previous SEEK disc in the CD changer.
Controls and features Seek function in tape mode • Press to listen to the previous selection on the tape. to listen to the next selection on the tape. • Press Seek function for CD changer (if equipped) • Press to seek to the previous track of the current disc. If a selection has been playing for three seconds or more and you , the CD changer will press replay that selection from the beginning. SEEK • Press to seek forward to the TUNE next track of the current disc.
Controls and features Radio station memory preset The radio is equipped with six station memory preset controls. These controls can be used to select up to six preset AM stations and twelve FM stations (six in FM1 and six in FM2). Setting memory preset stations 1. Select the frequency band with AM FM the AM/FM select control. 2. Select a station. Refer to Tune adjust or Seek function for more information on selecting a station. 3.
Controls and features Bass adjust The bass adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s bass output. Press the BASS control then press: • to decrease bass output and to increase bass output. • Treble adjust The treble adjust control allows you to increase or decrease the audio system’s treble output. Press the TREB control then press: to decrease treble output and • to increase treble output.
Controls and features Press the BAL control then press: to shift sound to the left and • to shift sound to the right. • Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can be adjusted between the front and rear speakers. Press the FADE control then press: • to shift sound to the front and to shift sound to the rear. • SEL BAL FADE SEL Tape/CD/CD changer (if equipped) select • To begin tape play (with a tape loaded into the audio system) TAPE CD while in the radio or CD mode, press the TAPE control.
Controls and features Rewind The rewind control works in tape REW and CD modes. 1 • In tape mode, radio play will continue until rewind is stopped (with the TAPE control) or the beginning of the tape is reached. • In CD mode, pressing the REW control for less than three seconds results in slow rewind. Pressing the control for more than three seconds results in fast rewind. Fast forward The fast forward control works in FF tape and CD modes.
Controls and features Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. “Dolby” and the double-D symbol are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. Compression adjust Compression adjust brings soft and loud CD passages together for a more consistent listening level. Press the COMP control to activate and deactivate compression adjust.
Controls and features To set the minute, press the clock/RDS control until SELECT MIN is displayed and press: AUTO RDS • • to decrease minutes and to increase minutes. Radio Data System (RDS) feature This feature allows your audio system to receive text information from RDS-equipped FM radio stations. Press and hold the control for three seconds to turn the feature on or off.
Controls and features RDS traffic announcement • Press the RDS control until TRAFFIC is displayed. AUTO RDS • Use the SELECT control to select ON or OFF. With the feature ON, use the SEEK or SCAN control to find a radio station broadcasting a traffic report (if it is broadcasting RDS data). RDS select program type • Press the RDS control until FIND program type is displayed.
Controls and features • Use the SEL control to select the program type. With the feature on, use the SEEK or AUTOSET or SCAN control to find the desired program type from the following selections: • Classic • Country • Info • Jazz/R&B • Religious • Rock • Soft • Top 40 RDS show • With the RDS menu enabled, press the RDS control until SHOW is displayed. SEL AUTO RDS • Use the SEL control to select TYPE, NAME, TEXT or NONE.
Controls and features Mute mode Press the control to mute the playing media. Press the control again to return to the playing media. EJ Rear seat controls (if equipped) The Personal Audio System, a feature of the optional Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD/Premium Sound and the MACHt Audio System with AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD, allows front and middle seat passengers to listen to different media sources (radio, cassette or CD) simultaneously.
Controls and features Adjusting the volume Press the + control to increase volume. Press the - control to decrease volume. - VOLUME + MODE SEEK MEMORY - VOLUME + MODE SEEK MEMORY From the rear seat controls, volume control can be set no higher than the current radio setting unless the speakers are turned off. Refer to Turning speakers on and off. Turning the speakers on and off Press to turn all speakers on or off. - VOLUME + MODE SEEK MEMORY Using headphones Plug a 3.
Controls and features The rear speakers will cut out once the speaker on/off control is pressed. The front speaker will remain playing for the front passengers. Press the control again to deactivate the headphones. Mode select Push the MODE control to toggle between AM, FM1, FM2, tape, CD or CD changer (if equipped). Memory preset control Push the MEMORY control successively to allow rear seat passengers to scroll through the 6 memory presets in AM, FM1 or FM2.
Controls and features • In CD mode (if equipped), use the SEEK function to access the next or previous selection. CD changer (if equipped) The CD changer is located in one of the following locations: • in the trunk • in the center console • under the driver’s seat 1. Slide the door to access the CD changer magazine. 2. Press to eject the magazine. 3. Turn the magazine (A) over. 4. Using the disc holder release knob (C), pull the disc holder (B) out of the magazine.
Controls and features A If you pull too hard on the disc holder, the disc holder may come completely out of the magazine. If this happens, reinsert the disc holder back into the magazine while pressing on the lever (A). 5. Line up the CD with the groove of the disc holder. Ensure that the label on the CD faces downwards. 6. Press in on the disc holder until it locks securely into the magazine. If the disc holders are not fully locked into the magazine, the unit will not operate.
Controls and features The CD magazine may be inserted or ejected with the radio power off. ONLY use the magazine supplied with the CD changer, other types will damage the unit. Keep the CD changer door closed. Coins and foreign objects will damage the CD player and void your audio system warranty. Troubleshooting the CD changer (if equipped) The laser beam used in the compact disc player is harmful to the eyes. Do not attempt to disassemble the case.
Controls and features Cleaning cassette player (if equipped) Clean the tape player head with a cassette cleaning cartridge after ten to twelve hours of play in order to maintain the best sound and operation. Cassette and cassette player care • Use only cassettes that are 90 minutes long or less. • Do not expose tapes to direct sunlight, high humidity, extreme heat or extreme cold. Allow tapes that may have been exposed to extreme temperatures to reach a moderate temperature before playing.
Controls and features • Station overload. Weak signals are sometimes captured by stronger signals when you pass a broadcast tower. A stronger signal may temporarily overtake a weaker signal and play while the weak station frequency is displayed. The audio system automatically switches to single channel reception if it will improve the reception of a station normally received in stereo. Audio system warranties and service Refer to the “Warranty Guide” for audio system warranty information.
Controls and features SPEED CONTROL To turn speed control on • Press ON. Vehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is traveling at or above 48 km/h (30 mph). ON OFF Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery, or unpaved. Do not shift the gearshift lever into N (Neutral) with the speed control on. To turn speed control off • Press OFF or • Turn off the vehicle ignition.
Controls and features To set a speed • Press SET/SET ACC/SET ACCEL. For speed control to operate, the speed control must be ON and the vehicle speed must be greater than 48 km/h (30 mph). RSM SET ACC COAST If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle speed may vary momentarily slower or faster than the set speed. This is normal. Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if it increases above the set speed on a downhill.
Controls and features You can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speed control usage. Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle to the previously programmed set speed. To set a lower set speed • Press and hold CST/COAST. Release the control when the desired speed is reached or • Press and release CST/COAST. Each press will decrease the set speed by 1.6 km/h (1 mph) or RSM SET ACC COAST • Depress the brake pedal.
Controls and features Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed. ON OFF To return to a previously set speed • Press RES/RSM/RESUME. For RES/RSM/RESUME to operate, the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km/h (30 mph). RSM SET ACC COAST Indicator light This light comes on when either the SPEED SET ACC/SET ACCEL or RES/RSM/RESUME controls are CONT pressed. It turns off when the speed control OFF control is pressed, the brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position.
Controls and features TILT STEERING WHEEL Pull the tilt steering control toward you to move the steering wheel up or down. Hold the control while adjusting the wheel to the desired position, then release the control to lock the steering wheel in position. Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. HAZARD FLASHER For information on the hazard flasher control, refer to Hazard flasher in the Roadside emergencies chapter.
Controls and features Push the control on the end of the stalk to activate washer. Push and hold for a longer wash cycle. The washer will automatically shut off after ten seconds of continuous use. Speed dependent wipers When the windshield wiper control is set on the intermittent settings, speed-sensitive front wipers automatically adjust as the vehicle’s speed increases. Rear window wiper and washer For rear wiper operation, rotate the rear window wiper and washer control to the desired interval position.
Controls and features Radio control features • Press BAND/MODE to select AM, FM1, FM2, TAPE or CD (if equipped). In Radio mode: • Press MEM/NEXT to select a preset station from memory. NEXT MODE In Tape mode: • Press MEM/NEXT to listen to the next selection on the tape. In CD mode: • Press MEM/NEXT to listen to the next track on the disc. In any mode: • Press VOL up or down to adjust the volume. Climate control features • Press TEMP up or down to adjust temperature.
Controls and features N OPE Storage compartment (if equipped) Press the OPEN control to open the storage compartment. The door will open slightly and can be moved to full open. P LAM DE MO P LAM Installing a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety of aftermarket garage door openers: • Remove the storage clip from the door. • Place Velcroy hook onto side of aftermarket transmitter opposite of actuator control.
Controls and features • Press the GARAGE control to activate the transmitter. Moon roof (if equipped) You can move the moon roof back to open the glass panel or tilt up to ventilate the vehicle. To open the moon roof: The moon roof is equipped with an automatic, one-touch, express opening feature. Press and release the rear portion of the control. To stop motion at any time during the one-touch opening, press the control a second time.
Controls and features Do not let children play with the moon roof. They may seriously hurt themselves. Electronic compass/temperature display (if equipped) Outside air temperature The outside temperature display is contained in the overhead console. The temperature display can be turned off and on by pressing the MODE control on the overhead console. The temperature can be displayed in Centigrade or Fahrenheit by pressing the MODE control. If the outside temperature falls below 3.
Controls and features Compass zone adjustment 1. Determine which magnetic zone you are in by referring to the zone map. 1 15 2 14 3 13 4 12 11 5 6 10 7 2. Press and hold the MODE control until VAR appears in the display, then release. The display should show the current zone number. 3. Press the MODE control until the desired zone number appears. The display will flash and then return to normal operation. The zone is now updated.
Controls and features Compass calibration adjustment Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines: • Press and hold the MODE control until CAL appears in the display (approximately eight seconds) and release. • Drive the vehicle slowly (less than 5 km/h [3 mph]) in circles until CAL indicator turns off in about 2–3 complete circles.
Controls and features Programming 1. Prepare for programming the HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver by erasing the three factory default REC DEL PLAY codes by holding down the two outside buttons until the red light begins to flash after 20 seconds. Release both buttons. 2. Hold the end of your hand-held transmitter 5–14 cm (2–5 inches) away from the HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver surface (located on your visor) while keeping the red light in view. 3.
Controls and features Canadian Programming During programming, your hand-held transmitter may automatically stop transmitting after two seconds which may not be long enough to program the HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver. To program your hand-held transmitters: • continue to hold the button on REC DEL PLAY the HomeLinkt Universal Transceiver. • press and re-press the hand-held transmitter button every two seconds until the red light changes from a slow to a fast flash.
Controls and features After completing the “Programming” functions, follow these steps to train a garage door opener with the rolling code feature: 1. Locate the training button on the garage door motor head unit. Refer to the garage door opener manual or call 1–800–355–3515 or on the Internet at HomeLink.jci.com. if there is difficulty locating the training button. 2. Press the training button on the garage door motor head unit (which will activate the “training” light.) 3.
Controls and features Reprogramming a single HomeLinkT button To program a device to HomeLinkt using a HomeLinkt button previously trained, follow these steps: 1. Press and hold the desired HomeLinkt button. Do NOT release until step 4 has been completed. 2. When the indicator light begins to flash slowly (after 20 seconds), position the hand-held transmitter 5–14 cm (2 to 5 inches) away from the HomeLinkt surface. 3. Press and hold the hand-held transmitter button. 4.
Controls and features To play a message: 1. Press and release the PLAY button to play the message. REC DEL PLAY 2. Press and hold the PLAY button to hear all the messages in consecutive order starting with the most recent. 3. If the PLAY button is pressed while a message is being listened to, TravelNote will skip to the beginning of the next message. 4. During all PLAY functions, the indicator light will be a solid green.
Controls and features Setting autolamp 1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position. Leaving the headlamp control on will override the autolamp. 2. Turn the ignition to the ON position or start the vehicle. OFF 3. Slide the delay control all the way to the left. The further you move the knob to the right, the longer the headlamps stay on after the ignition is turned to the OFF position. The autolamp will keep the headlamps on for a maximum of three minutes after the ignition is turned to OFF.
Controls and features POWER WINDOWS Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows. • Press the top portion of the rocker switch to close. AUTO • Press the bottom portion of the rocker switch to open. AUTO One touch down • Press AUTO completely down and release quickly. The driver’s window will open fully. Depress again to stop window operation.
Controls and features Window lock The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows. WINDOW LOCK To lock out all the window controls except for the driver’s press the left side of the control. Press the right side to restore the window controls. POWER DOOR LOCKS Press U to unlock all doors and L to lock all doors. U L CHILDPROOF DOOR LOCKS When these locks are set, the rear doors cannot be opened from the inside.
Controls and features POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS To adjust your mirrors: to adjust the left mirror or 1. Select 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror. to adjust the right mirror. 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated.
Controls and features • ashcup • compact disc changer (if equipped) • removable utility bag (if equipped) Use only soft cups in the cupholder. Hard objects can injure you in a collision. Auxiliary power point The power point is an additional power source for electrical accessories.
Controls and features CENTER ARMREST/REAR CUPHOLDER Do not attempt to raise the console armrest when the rear cupholder is in use. If you find resistance when raising the armrest, make sure the cupholder is fully closed or else damage may occur to the armrest. POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MAT To install floor mats: 1. Move the driver’s seat to the most rearward position 2. Position the driver’s side floor mat with the rear of the mat against left (outboard) front edge of seat track mounting bracket. 3.
Controls and features The liftgate door and window should be closed before driving your vehicle. If not, possible damage may occur to the liftgate door lift cylinders and attaching hardware. Make sure that the liftgate door and/or window are closed to prevent exhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This will also prevent passengers and cargo from falling out. If you must drive with the liftgate door or window open, keep the vents open so outside air comes into the vehicle.
Controls and features 1. Remove the shade from the vehicle and extend it with the smooth grain facing you. 2. Wrap the vinyl around the roller tube twice. Tuck the edges of the vinyl inside the end cap with each wrap. 3. Fold the edges of the vinyl towards the center, making sure that the edges clear the end cap slots. Use tape or a rubber band to hold the vinyl to the left side of the tube. 4.
Controls and features Unlocking the doors Press this control to unlock the driver’s door. The interior lamps will illuminate. Press the control a second time within five seconds to unlock all doors. Locking the doors Press this control to lock all doors. To confirm all doors are closed and locked, press the control a second time within five seconds. The doors will lock again, the horn will chirp and the lamps will flash.
Controls and features Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment. Memory seat feature (if equipped) The remote entry system can also control the memory seat feature. Press the control once to unlock the driver’s door and move the memory seat feature to the corresponding memory position, just as if you had pressed the memory control in the vehicle.
Controls and features The memory feature will continue to work from the door control even when deactivated at the remote entry module. Replacing the battery The transmitter is powered by one coin type three-volt lithium battery CR2032 or equivalent. Typical operating range will allow you to be up to 10 meters (33 feet) away from your vehicle.
Controls and features Replacing lost transmitters Take all your vehicle’s transmitters to your dealer if service is required. If you purchase additional transmitters (up to four may be programmed), perform the following procedure: To reprogram the transmitters yourself, place the key in the ignition and turn from OFF to ON eight times in rapid succession (within 10 seconds) ending in ON. After doors lock/unlock, press any control on all transmitters (up to four). When completed, turn the ignition to OFF.
Controls and features The autolock feature repeats when: • any door is opened and then closed • the brake pedal is released Deactivating autolock Before following the activation or deactivation procedures, make sure that the ignition is OFF and all vehicle doors and liftgate window are closed. 1. Enter the 5 digit entry code. 2. Press and release the 3/4 control while holding the 7/8 control. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 3. Release the 7/8 control.
Controls and features If autolock/relock has been changed, the horn will chirp to confirm procedure is complete. Keyless entry system (if equipped) With the keyless entry keypad, you can: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 0 • lock or unlock the vehicle doors without using the key • activate/deactivate the autolock feature See also Remote entry system in this chapter for more information. Your vehicle has a factory-set 5–digit code that operates the keyless entry system.
Controls and features If you wish to erase your personal code, use the following instructions: Erasing personal code 1. Enter the factory-set code. 2. Press 1/2 within five seconds of step 1. 3. Press the 7/8 and 9/0 controls at the same time within five seconds of step two. The system will now only respond to the factory-set code.
Controls and features SECURILOCKY PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM The SecuriLocky passive anti-theft system provides an advanced level of vehicle theft protection. Your vehicle’s engine can only be started with the two special SecuriLocky electronically coded keys provided with your vehicle. Each time you start your vehicle, the SecuriLocky key is read by the SecuriLocky passive anti-theft system.
Controls and features Theft indicator The theft indicator on the instrument cluster will operate as follows: • When the ignition is OFF, the theft indicator will flash briefly every 2 seconds to indicate the SecuriLocky system is protecting your vehicle. • When the ignition is turned to RUN or START, the theft indicator will light for 3 seconds and then go out.
Controls and features Procedure to program spare SecuriLockY keys to your vehicle New SecuriLocky keys must have the correct mechanical key cut for your vehicle. Conventional (non-SecuriLocky) keys cannot be programmed to your vehicle. You will need to have two previously programmed SecuriLocky keys and the new unprogrammed SecuriLocky key readily accessible for the procedure. Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin. 1.
Seating and safety restraints SEATING Using the manual lumbar support Turn the lumbar support control toward the front of vehicle to increase firmness. Turn the lumbar support control toward the rear of vehicle to increase softness. Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. Do not pile cargo higher than the seatbacks to avoid injuring people in a collision or sudden stop.
Seating and safety restraints Press to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion. Press to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion. Press the control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down.
Seating and safety restraints REAR SEATS Folding rear seats (if equipped) If your vehicle is equipped with a built-in child seat, the seatback cannot be folded down unless the built-in child seat is fully stowed. 1. Press the lower release control downward to unlatch the seatback. 2. Rotate the seatback downward into the load floor position. 3. Press down on the top outboard area of the seatback until a click is heard. The seat is now latched in the floor position.
Seating and safety restraints To return the seat to the upright position: • Press downward on the upper corner of the seatback and hold. • Pull the release handle upward to unlatch the seat. • Rotate the seatback upward until the seatback latches in the upright position. The seatback will click when it is locked into position. PUSH PUS H SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips.
Seating and safety restraints All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag SRS is provided. 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.
Seating and safety restraints 2. To unfasten, push the release button and remove the tongue from the buckle. The front and rear outboard safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulder belts. The front and rear seat passenger outboard safety belts have two types of locking modes described below: Vehicle sensitive mode The vehicle sensitive mode is the normal retractor mode, allowing 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 extracted. • Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode.
Seating and safety restraints • This seat belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed to pay out webbing in a controlled manner. This feature is designed to help reduce the belt force acting on the occupant’s chest.
Seating and safety restraints Safety belt extension assembly If the safety belt assembly is too short, even when fully extended, 20 cm (8 inches) can be added to the safety belt assembly by adding a safety belt extension assembly (part number 611C22). Safety belt extension assemblies can be obtained from your dealer at no cost. Use only extensions manufactured by the same supplier as the safety belt. Manufacturer identification is located at the end of the webbing on the label.
Seating and safety restraints Safety belt maintenance Inspect the safety belt systems periodically to make sure they work properly and are not damaged. Inspect the safety belts to make sure there are no nicks, wears or cuts, replacing if necessary.
Seating and safety restraints 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. Air bags DO NOT inflate slowly or gently and the risk of injury from a deploying air bag is greatest close to the trim covering the air bag module.
Seating and safety restraints Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System or its fuses. See your Ford or Lincoln-Mercury dealer. Children and air bags For additional important safety information, read all information on safety restraints in this guide. Children must always be properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position.
Seating and safety restraints near-frontal collisions, not rollover, side-impact, or rear-impacts. 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.
Seating and safety restraints • and the electrical wiring which connects the components. The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental air bag electrical system warning (including the impact sensors), the system wiring, the air bag system readiness light, the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors. Determining if the system is operational The SRS uses a readiness light in the instrument cluster or a tone to indicate the condition of the system.
Seating and safety restraints All occupants of the vehicle including the driver should always wear their safety belts even when an air bag SRS is provided. How does the side air bag system work? The side air bag system consists of the following: • An inflatable nylon bag (air bag) with a gas generator concealed behind the outboard bolster of the driver and front passenger seatbacks. • A special seat cover designed to allow airbag deployment.
Seating and safety restraints near-frontal collisions, unless the collision causes sufficient lateral deceleration. Several air bag system components get hot after inflation. Do not touch them after inflation. If the side air bag has deployed, the air bag will not function again. The side air bag system (including the seat) must be inspected and serviced by a qualified technician in accordance with the vehicle service manual.
Seating and safety restraints SAFETY RESTRAINTS FOR CHILDREN See the following sections for directions on how to properly use safety restraints for children. Also see Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) in this chapter for special instructions about using air bags. Important child restraint precautions You are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the U.S. and Canada.
Seating and safety restraints Do not leave children, unreliable adults, or pets unattended in your vehicle. To improve the fit of lap and shoulder belts on children who have outgrown child safety seats, Ford recommends use of a belt-positioning booster seat that is labelled as conforming to all Federal motor vehicle safety standards.
Seating and safety restraints When installing a child safety seat: • Review and follow the information presented in the Air Bag Supplemental Restraint System section in this chapter. • Use the correct safety belt buckle for that seating position. • Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened in the buckle.
Seating and safety restraints Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions 1. Position the child safety seat in a seat with a combination lap and shoulder belt. An air bag can kill or injure a child in a child seat. If you must use a forward-facing child seat in the front seat, move seat all the way back. Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. 2.
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 a snap 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 your knee on the child seat. 8. Allow the safety belt to retract to remove any slack in the belt. 9. Before placing the child in the seat, forcibly tilt the seat forward and back to make sure the seat is securely held in place. 10.
Seating and safety restraints Tether anchorage hardware A tethered seat can be installed in the front seat. Put the tether strap over the seatback and attach it to an anchor bracket. An anchor bracket can be installed on the rear edge of the front seat cushion. The provision (attaching hole) is provided in the rear edge of the front passenger seat cushion frame. The anchorbracket must be installed using the instructions provided with the kit.
Starting PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE Engine starting is controlled by the ignition system. This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise. When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerator before or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you have difficulty starting the engine. For more information on starting the vehicle, refer to Starting the engine in this chapter.
Starting • Make sure the parking brake is set. • Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). 3. Turn the key to 4 (ON) without turning the key to 5 (START).
Starting STARTING THE ENGINE 1. Turn the key to 5 (START) without pressing the accelerator pedal and release as soon as the engine starts. The key will return to 4 (ON). 4 3 5 2 1 2. If the temperature is above –12°C (10°F) and the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try, turn the key to OFF, wait ten seconds and try again. 3. If the temperature is below -12°C (10°F) and the engine does not start in fifteen seconds on the first try, turn the key OFF and wait ten seconds and try again.
Starting Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and colorless, carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoid its dangerous effects. If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect and fix your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. These fumes are harmful and could kill you. Have the exhaust and body ventilation systems checked whenever: • the vehicle is raised for service.
Driving BRAKES Your service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the maintenance guide and or service guide for scheduled maintenance. Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not indicate a performance concern with the vehicle’s brake system. In normal operation, automotive brake systems may emit occasional or intermittent squeal or groan noises when the brakes are applied.
Driving ABS warning lamp The ABS warning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned on and the engine is off. If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start up, remains on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to be serviced. With the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal ! braking is still effective unless the BRAKE brake warning light also remains illuminated with parking brake released.
Driving The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the ignition is turned ON) until the parking brake is released. ! BRAKE Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle. However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be used to stop your vehicle in an emergency.
Driving The air suspension shut-off switch is located in the cargo area behind the left rear quarter trim panel. On vehicles equipped with Air Suspension, turn OFF the Air Suspension switch prior to jacking, hoisting or towing your vehicle. Normal vehicle operation does not require any action by the driver.
Driving Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes. The transmission and tires may be damaged or the engine may overheat. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is latched in P (Park). Turn off the ignition whenever you leave your vehicle. 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.
Driving R (Reverse) With the gearshift in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward. Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R (Reverse). N (Neutral) With the gearshift in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this gear. (Overdrive) The normal driving position for the best fuel economy. Transmission operates in gears one through four.
Driving Each time the vehicle is started, the transmission will automatically return to normal overdrive mode. Every time the vehicle is shut off and restarted, you must press the transmission control switch to cancel overdrive operation if driving in overdrive is not desired. 2 (Second) Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additional engine braking on downgrades. 1 (First) Use 1 (Low) to provide maximum engine braking on steep downgrades.
Driving Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). Never leave your vehicle unattended while it is running. R (Reverse) With the gearshift in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward. Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R (Reverse). N (Neutral) With the gearshift in N (Neutral), the vehicle can be started and is free to roll. Hold the brake pedal down while in this gear.
Driving Drive – Not shown on the display. Activate by pressing the transmission control switch on the end of the gearshift lever with the gearshift in the position. The TCIL will illuminate on the instrument cluster. Transmission operates in gears one through four. (Drive) provides more engine braking than (Overdrive) and is useful whenever driving conditions (i.e., city traffic, hilly terrain, etc.) cause the transmission to (Overdrive) and (Drive).
Driving Forced Downshifts To gain acceleration in (Overdrive) or Drive (O/D OFF) when passing another vehicle, push the accelerator to the floor. The transmission will downshift to the appropriate gear: fourth, third, second or first gear. FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED) When Four–wheel drive (4WD) is engaged, power is supplied to all four wheels through a transfer case. 4WD power can be selected when additional driving power is desired.
Driving Positions of the Control-Trac system The Control-Trac system functions in three modes: • The 4WD AUTO mode provides 4x4 four-wheel drive with full power HIGH LOW AUTO delivered to the rear axle, and to the front axle as required for increased traction. This is appropriate for normal on-road operating conditions, such as dry road surfaces, wet pavement, snow and gravel. • The 4WD HIGH mode provides four-wheel drive with full power to both axles.
Driving If your vehicle is equipped with 4WD or AWD, a spare tire of a different size than the road tires should never be used. Such a tire could result in damage to driveline components and make the vehicle difficult to control. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles are not designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under off-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers in these vehicles.
Driving Shifting from 4WD LOW to 4WD AUTO or 4WD HIGH 1. Bring the vehicle to a stop. 2. Depress the brake. 4x4 AUTO HIGH LOW 3. Place the gearshift in N (Neutral). 4. Move the 4WD control to the 4WD AUTO or 4WD HIGH position. Driving off-road with 4WD Your vehicle is specially equipped for driving on sand, snow, mud and rough terrain and has operating characteristics that are somewhat different from conventional vehicles, both on and off the road.
Driving Sand When driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the most solid area of the trail. Do not reduce the tire pressures but shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the wheels. Mud and water If you must drive through high water, drive slowly. Traction or brake capability may be limited. When driving through water, determine the depth; avoid water higher than the bottom of the hubs (if possible) and proceed slowly.
Driving When speed control is on and you are driving uphill, your vehicle speed may drop considerably, especially if you are carrying a heavy load. If vehicle speed drops more than 16 km/h (10 mph), the speed control will cancel automatically. Resume speed with accelerator pedal. If speed control cancels after climbing the hill, reset speed by pressing and holding the SET ACCEL button (to resume speeds over 50 km/h (30 mph). Automatic transmissions may shift frequently while driving up steep grades.
Driving Driving off-road with AWD Your vehicle is specially equipped for driving on sand, snow, mud and rough terrain and has operating characteristics that are somewhat different from conventional vehicles, both on and off the road. Maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in rough terrain. Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering wheel motion, make sure you grip the steering wheel from the outside. Do not grip the spokes.
Driving Once through water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. After driving through mud, clean off residue stuck to rotating driveshafts, halfshafts and tires. Excess mud stuck on tires and rotating driveshafts causes an imbalance that could damage drive components.
Driving Driving on snow and ice An AWD vehicle has advantages over 2WD vehicles in snow and ice but can skid like any other vehicle. 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. When braking, apply the brakes as you normally would. In order to allow the anti-lock brake system (ABS) to operate properly, keep steady pressure on the brake pedal.
Driving • GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) : Maximum total weight of the base vehicle, passengers, optional equipment and cargo. The GVWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Compliance Label on the driver’s door pillar. • GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) : Carrying capacity for each axle system. The GAWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Compliance Label on the driver’s door pillar.
Driving The Certification Label, found on the inside pillar of the driver’s door, lists several important vehicle weight rating limitations. Before adding any additional equipment, refer to these limitations. If you are adding weight to the front of your vehicle, (potentially including weight added to the cab), the weight added should not exceed the Front Axle Reserve Capacity (FARC). Additional frontal weight may be added to the front axle reserve capacity provided you limit your payload in other ways (i.
Driving Once through the water, always try the brakes. Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as effectively as dry brakes. Drying can be improved by moving your vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal. Driving through deep water where the transmission is submerged may allow water into the transmission and cause internal transmission damage. TRAILER TOWING Trailer towing with your vehicle may require the use of a trailer tow option package.
Driving Trailer towing table (4x2) GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weights Trailer Weight Rear Maximum Maximum Range-kg Engine axle GCWR-kg frontal area of (lbs.) ratio (lbs.) trailer-m2 (ft2) 0-Maximum 4.0L 4 082 0-2 041 3.55 4.64 (50) SOHC (9 000) (0-4 500) 4.0L 4 535 0-2 649 3.73 4.64 (50) SOHC (10 000) (0-5 840) 4 990 0-3 030 5.0L 3.73 4.64 (50) (11 000) (0-6 680) Trailer towing table (4x4 and AWD automatic transmission) 4.0L 4 082 0-2 041 3.55 4.64 (50) SOHC (9 000) (0-4 500) 4.
Driving 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. Hitches Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper. Use a load carrying hitch. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that 10% of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue. Use a frame-mounted weight distributing hitch for trailers over 1 588 kg (3 500 lb).
Driving Never connect any trailer lighting to the vehicle’s taillamp circuits, because it may damage the electrical system resulting in fire. Contact your local Ford dealership for assistance in proper trailer tow wiring installation. Additional electrical equipment may be required. Using a step bumper The rear bumper is equipped with an integral hitch and requires only a ball with a 19 mm (3/4 inch) shank diameter. The bumper has a 1 590 kg (3 500 lb.) trailer weight and 159 kg (350 lb.
Driving • After you have traveled 80 km (50 miles), thoroughly check your hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts. • When stopped in traffic for long periods of time in hot weather, place the gearshift in P (Park) and increase idle speed. This aids engine cooling and air conditioner efficiency. • Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. If you must park on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer’s wheels.
Driving To adjust cross-bar position: 1. Slide the locking switches at each end of the crossbar toward the rear of the vehicle until UNLOCKED appears. 2. Slide cross-bar to the desired location. 3. Lock the cross-bar into position by pushing the locking switches on each end of the crossbar toward the front of the vehicle. The rear rack can be completely removed in the UNLOCKED position by sliding the cross-bar rearward until it frees the guides.
Roadside emergencies HAZARD FLASHER Use only in an emergency to warn traffic of vehicle breakdown, approaching danger, etc. The hazard flashers can be operated when the ignition is off. • The hazard lights control is located on top of the steering column. • Depress hazard lights control to activate all hazard flashers simultaneously. • Depress control again to turn the flashers off.
Roadside emergencies The fuel pump shut-off switch is located in the passenger’s foot well, behind the kick panel. FUSES AND RELAYS Fuses If electrical components in the vehicle are not working, a fuse may have blown. Blown fuses are identified by a broken wire within the fuse. Check the appropriate fuses before replacing any electrical components. 15 Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating.
Roadside emergencies Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse Rating Mini Fuses Standard Fuses Maxi Fuses 2A 3A 4A 5A 7.
Roadside emergencies Passenger compartment fuse panel The fuse panel is located on the left hand side of the instrument panel facing the driver’s side door. Pull the panel cover outward to access the fuses. 28 24 20 16 12 8 4 To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover.
Roadside emergencies The fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Description Location Rating 1 7.5A Power Mirror Switch, Power Antenna 2 7.5A Blower Motor Relay, Air Bag Diagnostic Monitor 3 7.5A Left Stop/Turn Trailer Tow Connector 4 10A Left Headlamp 5 10A Data Link Connector (DLC) 6 7.5A Rear Blower Motor (Without EATC) 7 7.5A Right Stop/Turn Trailer Tow Connector 8 10A Right Headlamp, Foglamp Relay 9 7.5A Brake Pedal Position Switch 10 7.
Roadside emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 21 15A 22 20A 23 — 24 7.5A 174 25 7.5A 26 10A 27 28 15A 7.5A 29 30 31 32 33 10A 15A — 10A 15A 34 35 36 7.5A 7.5A 7.
Roadside emergencies Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle’s main electrical systems from overloads. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. Always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
Roadside emergencies 9 1 2 14 5 10 8 5 4 10 1 7 3 3 4 9 7 8 2 8 15 2 6 11 12 4 3 10 7 2 6 1 13 6 1 5 9 1 175 MEGAFUSE The high-current fuses are coded as follows: Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Description Location Rating 1 60A** I/P Fuse Panel 2 40A** Blower Motor Relay 3 50A** 4 Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (4WABS) Module 4 30A** Power Windows, Power Moon Roof, Power Seat 5 50A** Ignition Switch, Starter Relay 6 20A** Transfer Case Relay 7 — Not Used 8 20A** Automatic Ride Control
Roadside emergencies Fuse/Relay Fuse Amp Location Rating 3 30A* 4 15A* 5 — 6 10A* 7 30A* 8 15A* 9 20A* 10 15A* 11 15A* 12 30A* 13 15A* Description Heated Backlight Fog Lamps and Daytime Running Lamps Not Used Powertrain Control Module 4 Wheel Anti-Lock System (4WABS) Module Rear Wiper Motor Fuel Pump Relay and RAP Module Horn Relay Parklamps Relay and Mainlight Switch Mainlight Switch and Multifunction Switch Heated Oxygen Sensor, EGR Vacuum Regulator, EVR Solenoid, Camshaft Position (CMP) Sensor, Caniste
Roadside emergencies CHANGING THE TIRES If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily. Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road. Spare tire information Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire that must be used for emergencies only. The spare tire for your vehicle is not as wide as a regular tire and is designed for emergency use only. Replace this tire with a full-size tire as soon as possible.
Roadside emergencies Stowing the spare 1. Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing up. 2. Slide the wheel under the vehicle and install the retainer through the wheel center. 3. Turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is raised to its original position underneath the vehicle. The jack handle ratchets when the tire is raised to the stowed position. It will not allow you to overtighten.
Roadside emergencies When one of the rear wheels is off the ground, the transmission alone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off the jack, even if the transmission is in P (Park). 3. Block the diagonally opposite wheel. 4. Use the tip of the lug wrench to remove any wheel trim. 5. Loosen each wheel lug nut, but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the ground.
Roadside emergencies 6. Turn OFF the air suspension switch (if equipped). Refer to Air suspension system in the Driving chapter. 7. Position the jack according to the following guides and turn the jack handle clockwise until the tire is a maximum of 25 mm (1 inch) off the ground.
Roadside emergencies 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 front or rear differential as a jacking point. 8. Remove the lug nuts with the lug wrench. 9. Replace the flat tire with the spare tire, making sure the valve stem is facing outward.
Roadside emergencies JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames, sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or vehicle damage. Do not push start your vehicle. You could damage the catalytic converter. Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes, and clothing, if contacted. Do not attempt to push start your vehicle. Automatic transmissions do not have push-start capability. Preparing your vehicle 1.
Roadside emergencies Connecting the jumper cables + + – – 1. Connect the positive (+) booster cable to the positive (+) terminal of the discharged battery. Note: In the illustrations, lightning bolts are used to designate the assisting (boosting) battery. + + – – 2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery.
Roadside emergencies + + – – 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery. 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and the carburetor. The preferred locations of an exposed metal part (to ground the circuit) are the alternator mounting brackets or an engine lifting eye. Do not use fuel lines, engine rocker covers or the intake manifold as grounding points.
Roadside emergencies + + – – 5. Be sure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts and other moving parts of both engines. Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine at moderately increased speed. 2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle. 3. Once the disabled vehicle has been started, run both engines for a further three minutes before disconnecting the jumper cables.
Roadside emergencies + + – – • 4.
Roadside emergencies + + – – 2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle’s battery. + + – – 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle’s battery.
Roadside emergencies 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. WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or, if you are a member, your roadside assistance center.
Roadside emergencies If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle damage may occur. Do not tow with slingbelt equipment. Ford Motor Company has not developed or approved a T-hook or slingbelt towing procedure. A towing manual is available from Ford Motor Company for all authorized tow truck operators. Have your tow truck driver refer to this manual for proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle.
Maintenance and care 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 necessary parts and service. Check your “Warranty Guide” to find out which parts and services are covered.
Maintenance and care Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the steering column on the instrument panel.
Maintenance and care 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that is located in the center between the hood and the grill. 3. Lift the hood until the lift cylinders hold it open. IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 1 9 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9.
Maintenance and care 5.0L V8 engine 2 3 4 5 1 9 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 8 7 6 Engine coolant reservoir Windshield washer fluid reservoir Engine oil filler cap Automatic transmission fluid dipstick Brake fluid reservoir Battery Power steering fluid reservoir Engine oil dipstick Air filter assembly 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.
Maintenance and care 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). • 4.0L V6 engine FULL ADD 1 QT • 5.0L V8 engine MIN MAX 6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove it again. • If the oil level is between the ADD and FULL marks (4.0L engine) or between the MIN and MAX marks (5.0L engine), the oil level is acceptable. DO NOT ADD OIL.
Maintenance and care • If the oil level is below the ADD mark (4.0L engine) or MIN mark (5.0L engine), add enough oil to raise the level within the ADD-FULL range (4.0L engine) or MIN-MAX range (5.0L engine). • Oil levels above the letter F in FULL (4.0L engine) or the MAX mark (5.0L engine) 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.
Maintenance and care 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. Change your engine oil and filter according to the appropriate schedule listed in the Scheduled Maintenance Guide. Ford production and aftermarket (Motorcraft) oil filters are designed for added engine protection and long life.
Maintenance and care Brake fluid is toxic. If you use a brake fluid that is not DOT 3, you will cause permanent damage to your brakes. Do not let the reservoir for the master cylinder run dry. This may cause the brakes to fail. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID SHER FL WA UID Checking and adding washer fluid Check the washer fluid whenever you stop for fuel. The reservoir is symbol. highlighted with a If the level is low, add enough fluid to fill the reservoir.
Maintenance and care ENGINE COOLANT Check the level of the engine coolant in the reservoir. 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 empty. If this occurs, add engine coolant to the reservoir.
Maintenance and care Check the coolant level in the coolant reservoir the next few times you drive the vehicle. If necessary, add enough of a 50/50 mixture of coolant and water to bring the liquid level to the fill line on the reservoir. Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. If you must remove the coolant reservoir cap, follow these steps to avoid personal injury: 1. Before you remove the cap, turn the engine off and let it cool. 2.
Maintenance and care Recycled engine coolant Ford Motor Company recommends that Ford and Lincoln-Mercury dealers use recycled engine coolant produced by Ford-approved processes. For vehicles with green coolant, not all coolant recycling processes produce coolant which meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44–A, and use of such coolant may harm engine and cooling system components.
Maintenance and care • 4.0L SOHC V6 engine DO N P ING OVER FILOL T OW FLUIDEER ER ST • 5.0L V8 engine 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. Check the fluid level in the reservoir. 5. The fluid level should be between the MIN and MAX lines.
Maintenance and care TRANSMISSION FLUID Checking automatic transmission fluid Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide for scheduled intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not consume fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is not working properly, i.e., if the transmission slips or shifts slowly or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage. Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed.
Maintenance and care The transmission fluid should be in this range if at normal operating temperature (66°C-77°C [150°F-170°F]). The transmission fluid should be in this range if at room temperature (10°C-35°C [50°F-95°F]). 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.
Maintenance and care Checking and adding transfer case fluid 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 the Capacities and specifications chapter. DRIVELINE UNIVERSAL JOINT AND SLIP YOKE Your vehicle may be equipped with universal joints that require lubrication.
Maintenance and care BATTERY Your vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life of service. However, for severe usage or in high temperature climates, check the battery electrolyte level. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the service interval schedules. Keep the electrolyte level in each cell up to the “level indicator”. Do not overfill the battery cells.
Maintenance and care When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps, resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery. Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners. Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of acid solution.
Maintenance and care R TU LE AD RE N • Always dispose of automotive batteries in a responsible manner. Follow your local authorized standards for disposal. Call your local authorized recycling center to find out more about recycling automotive batteries. RECYCLE WINDSHIELD WIPER BLADES Check the wiper blades at least twice a year or when they seem less effective. Substances such as tree sap and some hot wax treatments used by commercial car washes reduce the effectiveness of wiper blades.
Maintenance and care INFORMATION ABOUT TIRE QUALITY GRADES New vehicles are fitted with tires that have their Tire Quality Grade (described below) molded into the tire’s sidewall. These Tire Quality Grades are determined by standards that the United States Department of Transportation has set. Tire Quality Grades apply to new pneumatic tires for use on passenger cars.
Maintenance and care Temperature A B C The temperature grades are A (the highest), B, and C, representing the tire’s resistance to the generation of heat and its ability to dissipate heat when tested under controlled conditions on a specified indoor laboratory test wheel. Sustained high temperature can cause the material of the tire to degenerate and reduce tire life, and excessive temperature can lead to sudden tire failure.
Maintenance and care • Four tire rotation Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wear band is visible through the tire treads. When replacing full size tires, never mix radial, bias-belted, or bias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the tire pressure decal. Make sure that all tires are the same size, speed rating, and load-carrying capacity. Use only the tire combinations recommended on the decal.
Maintenance and care Do not replace your tires with “high performance” tires or larger size tires. Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the handling of the vehicle and make it easier for the driver to lose control and roll over. Tires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle’s original tires may also affect the accuracy of your speedometer. SNOW TIRES AND CHAINS Snow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires you currently have on your vehicle.
Maintenance and care WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire. If you do not use the proper fuel cap, the pressure in the fuel tank can damage the fuel system or cause it to work improperly in a collision. The fuel system may be under pressure.
Maintenance and care • Avoid getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If fuel is splashed in the eyes, remove contact lenses (if worn), flush with water for 15 minutes and seek medical attention. Failure to seek proper medical attention could lead to permanent injury. • Fuels can also be harmful if absorbed through the skin. If fuel is splashed on the skin and/or clothing, promptly remove contaminated clothing and wash skin thoroughly with soap and water.
Maintenance and care Octane recommendations Your vehicle is designed to use “Regular” unleaded gasoline with an (R+M)/2 octane rating of 87. We do not recommend the use of gasolines (R+M)/2 METHOD labeled as “Regular” that are sold with octane ratings of 86 or lower in high altitude areas. Do not be concerned if your engine sometimes knocks lightly.
Maintenance and care Running out of fuel Avoid running out fuel because this situation may have an adverse affect on powertrain components. If you have run out of fuel: • You may need to crank the engine several times before the system starts to pump fuel from the tank to the engine. • Your “Check Engine” light may come on. For more information on the “Check Engine” light, refer to the Instrumentation chapter.
Maintenance and care If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, the pressure in the fuel tank can damage the fuel system or cause it to work improperly in a collision. Fuel Filter Your vehicle is equipped with a fuel filter that is mounted on the underbody. For fuel filter replacement, see your dealer or a qualified service technician. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for the appropriate intervals for changing the fuel filter.
Maintenance and care Filling the tank For consistent results: • Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each time the tank is filled. • Allow three automatic click-offs when filling. • Always use the recommended octane rating of a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand. • Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing the same direction each time you fill up. • Have the vehicle loading and distribution the same every time.
Maintenance and care 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. • Drive at reasonable speeds (traveling at 105 km /h [65 mph] uses 15% more fuel than traveling at 88 km/h [55 mph]).
Maintenance and care Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately 2 km/h [1 mpg] is lost for every 180 kg [400 lb] of weight carried). • Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug deflectors, rollover/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may reduce fuel economy. • Use of fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy.
Maintenance and care EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with applicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalytic converter and other emission control components continue to work properly: • Use only unleaded fuel. • Avoid running out of fuel. • Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially at high speeds.
Maintenance and care Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. By law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, items, sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent it from working. Information about your vehicle’s emission system is on the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the engine.
Maintenance and care • Turn signals • License plate lamp • Tail lamps • Back-up lamps Do not remove lamp bulbs unless they can be replaced immediately with new ones. If a bulb is removed for an extended period of time, contaminants may enter the lamp housings and affect lamp performance. Replacing headlamp bulbs Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do not touch the glass.
Maintenance and care 3. Remove the bulb retaining ring by rotating it counterclockwise (when viewed from the rear) about 1/8 turn to free it from the bulb socket, and slide the ring off the plastic base. Keep the ring to retain the new bulb. 4. Remove the old bulb from the lamp assembly by gently pulling it straight back out of the lamp assembly. To install the new bulb: 1. With the flat side of the new bulb’s plastic base facing upward, insert the glass end of the bulb into the lamp assembly.
Maintenance and care 1. Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise about 1⁄4 turn and remove from lamp assembly. 2. Carefully pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb. 3. Install bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning clockwise. 4. Align the parking lamp assembly and push to snap in place. 5. Install screw on lamp assembly. Replacing tail lamp/backup lamp bulbs The tail lamp/backup lamp bulbs are located in the same portion of the tail lamp assembly, one just below the other.
Maintenance and care License plate lamp bulbs To change the license plate bulbs: 1. Remove two screws and the license plate lamp assembly from the liftgate. 2. Remove bulb socket from lamp assembly by turning counterclockwise. 3. Pull the bulb out from socket and push in the new bulb. 4. Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly turning it clockwise, 5. Install the lamp assembly on liftgate with two screws. High-mount brakelamp bulbs For bulb replacement, see a dealer or qualified technician.
Maintenance and care AIMING THE HEADLAMPS The alignment of your headlamps should be checked by a qualified service technician if: • Oncoming motorists frequently signal you to deactivate your high beams, and your high beams are not activated. • The headlamps do not seem to provide enough light for clear night vision. • The headlamp beams are pointed substantially away from a slightly down and to the right position.
Maintenance and care Waxing your vehicle Wax when water stops beading on the surface. This could be every three or four months, depending on operating conditions. Use only carnauba or synthetic-based waxes. Use cleaning fluid or alcohol with a clean cloth to remove any bugs and tar before waxing vehicle. Use tar remover to remove any tar spots. Avoid getting wax on the windshield.
Maintenance and care • 5.0L • 4.0L SOHC • Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the running engine may cause internal damage. Cleaning the wheels Wash with the same detergent as the body of your vehicle. Do not use acid-based or alcohol-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuel or strong detergents. Never use abrasives that will damage the finish of special wheel surfaces. Use a tar remover to remove grease and tar.
Maintenance and care Underbody Flush the complete underside of vehicle frequently. Keep body drain holes unplugged. Inspect for road damage. Cleaning plastic exterior parts Use vinyl cleaner for routine cleaning. Clean with a tar remover if necessary. Do not clean plastic parts with thinners, solvents or petroleum-based cleaners. Cleaning the exterior lamps Wash with the same detergent as the exterior of your vehicle. Use glass cleaner or tar remover if necessary.
Maintenance and care Cleaning the instrument panel Clean with a damp cloth, then dry with a dry cloth. Avoid cleaner or polish that increases the gloss of the upper portion of the instrument panel. The dull finish in this area helps protect the driver from undesirable windshield reflection. Cleaning the overhead console Clean with a damp cloth, then wipe dry with a dry cloth. Avoid cleaner or polish that increases the gloss of the console.
Maintenance and care Woodtone trim Wipe stains with a soft cloth and a multi-purpose cleaning solution. Inside windows Use glass cleaner for the inside windows if they become fogged. Cleaning mirrors Do not clean your mirrors with a dry cloth or abrasive materials. Use a soft cloth and mild detergent and water. Be careful when removing ice from outside mirrors because you may damage the reflective surface.
Capacities and specifications MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component Air filter Fuel filter Battery (standard) Battery (optional) Oil filter PCV valve Spark plugs* 4.0L SOHC V6 engine FA-1658 FG-986B BXT-65-650 BXT-65-750 FL-1A EV-225 AGRF-22P 5.0L V8 engine FA-1658 FG-986B BXT-65-650 BXT-65-750 FL-820S EV-152 AWSF-32EE** * Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark plug gap information. ** If a spark plug is removed for inspection, it must be reinstalled in the same cylinder.
Capacities and specifications Fluid Transmission fluid Transfer case Ford Part Name Motorcraft MERCONtV ATF Motorcraft MERCON t ATF Application 4R70W Automatic with 5.0L V8 engine (AWD) 5R55E Automatic with 4.0L SOHC V6 engine (4x2) 5R55E Automatic with 4.0L SOHC V6 engine (4x4) AWD 4WD Engine coolant1 See footnote 4.0L SOHC V6 engine 5.
Capacities and specifications 1 If your engine coolant is green in color, use Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid. If your coolant is orange in color, use Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant. Refer to Adding engine coolant, in the Maintenance and Care chapter. 2 Fill to 6 mm to 14 mm (1/4 inch to 9/16 inch) below bottom of fill hole. 3 Vehicles equipped with a 4.0L SOHC V6 engine may be equipped with a conventional rear axle. Refer to your Scheduled Maintenance Guide for axle fluid change intervals.
Capacities and specifications Item Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number Driveshaft, slip Premium Long spline, universal XG-1-C or K Life Grease joints E2FZ-19549-AA Engine coolant1 Ford Premium Engine Coolant (green in color) Ford Extended F6AZ-19544-AA Life Engine Coolant (orange in color) Engine oil Automatic transmission (4R70W) Automatic transmission (5R55E) Power steering fluid Ford conventional and Traction-Lok rear axles Front axle Transfer case Transfer case Front Output Slip Shaft 236
Capacities and specifications Item Windshield washer fluid Ford part name or equivalent Ultra-Clear Windshield Washer Concentrate Ford part number Ford specification C9AZ-19550-AC ESR-M17P5-A 1 If your engine coolant is green in color, use Ford Premium Cooling System Fluid. If your coolant is orange in color, use Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant. Refer to Adding engine coolant, in the Maintenance and Care chapter. 2 4.
Capacities and specifications VEHICLE DIMENSIONS Vehicle dimensions (1) Overall length (2) Overall width (3) Overall height (4) Wheelbase (5) Track - Front (5) Track - Rear mm (in) 4 788 (188.5) 1 783 (70.2) 1 725 (67.9) 2 835 (111.6) 1 486 (58.5) 1 487 (58.
Capacities and specifications 3 5 2 IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE Safety compliance label The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Safety Compliance Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Safety Compliance Certification Label may be located. The Safety Compliance Certification Label is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver’s side. MFD. BY FORD MOTOR CO. IN U.S.A.
Capacities and specifications Vehicle identification number The vehicle identification number is attached to a metal tag and is located on the driver side instrument panel.
Reporting safety defects REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash, or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company. If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and if it finds that a safety defect exists in a group of vehicles, it may order a recall and remedy campaign.
Index Air bag supplemental restraint system ........................................125 and child safety seats ............127 description .......................126,129 disposal ....................................131 indicator light ..................129,131 passenger air bag ............127,130 Air conditioning automatic temperature control system ..24,25,26,27,28,29 rear seat controls .....................30 Air suspension description ..............................145 warning light .....................
Index Exhaust fumes ..........................142 Floor mats .................................103 Four-Wheel Drive vehicles ..............................9,10,152 control trac .............................152 description ................153,154,155 driving off road ................155,158 electronic shift ..........................32 Fuel choosing the right fuel ...........214 comparisons with EPA fuel economy estimates .................220 detergent in fuel .....................
Index economy button ........................17 english/metric button ...............16 reset button ..............................17 system check button ...........17,18 Mirrors automatic dimming rearview mirror ........................................98 cleaning ...................................232 heated ......................................101 side view mirrors (power) .....101 Moon roof ....................................89 Motorcraft parts ........................217 Octane rating ................
Index Universal transmitter (see garage door opener) ....92,93, 94,95,96 Vehicle dimensions ...................238 Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) ..........................................240 Vehicle loading ..........................160 Ventilating your vehicle ...........142 Warning chimes .............................6 Washer fluid ..............................198 reservoir ..................................198 Water, Driving through .............162 Windows ...............................
Filling station information Item Information Recommended fuel Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane Fuel tank capacity 78.7L (20.8 gallons) Engine oil capacity (includes filter 4.7L (5.0 quarts). Use Motorcraft change) 5W30 Super Premium Motor Oil, Ford specification WSS-M2C153-G. Tire size and pressure See Safety Compliance Certification Label on inside of driver door. Hood release Pull handle under the instrument panel. Coolant capacity-(4.0L SOHC V6 13.2L (14.0 quarts) engine)1 Coolant capacity (5.