Before drivingIntroduction 2Instrumentation 4Controls and features 17Seating and safety restraints 48Starting and drivingStarting 76Driving 83Roadside
High beamsIlluminates when the high beamheadlamps are turned on.Anti-theft system (if equipped)Refer to Perimeter alarm systemin the Controls and feat
4H (4WD High) – Power to frontand rear axles.N (Neutral) – No power to eitheraxle.4L (4WD Low)– Power to frontand rear axles at reduced speed.Shifting
2. Place the gearshift lever in N(Neutral) (automatic transmission)or depress the clutch (manualtransmission).3. Pull the transfer case shift leverthr
transmission and puts thevehicle in neutral regardless oftransmission gearshift leverposition. The vehicle can moveforward or backwards. Makesure the
Shifting from 2H (2WD high) to4H (4WD High)Move the 4WD control to the 4H ata stop or up to 88 km/h (55 mph).At temperatures below 0°C (32°F),shifts f
4. Move the 4WD control to the 4Hor 4L position.Driving off-road with 4WDYour vehicle is specially equippedfor driving on sand, snow, mud andrough ter
If your vehicle gets stuckIf the vehicle is stuck, shift thetransmission in a steady motionbetween forward and reversegears. Allow the transmission to
Once through water, always try thebrakes. Wet brakes do not stop thevehicle as effectively as dry brakes.Drying can be improved by movingyour vehicle
hill before driving over the crest.When climbing a steep hill, start ina lower gear rather thandownshifting to a lower gear froma higher gear once the
Avoid sudden applications ofpower and quick changes ofdirection on snow and ice. Applythe accelerator slowly and steadilywhen starting from a full sto
vehicle and is listed on theSafety Compliance Label on thedriver’s door pillar.• GAWR (Gross Axle WeightRating): Carrying capacity foreach axle system
oil pressure gauge in this chapterfor more information.Four wheel drive low (ifequipped)Illuminates when four-wheel drivelow is selected.Four wheel dr
trailer must fall within thatranges from zero to themaximum trailer weight rating.Remember to figure in the tongueload of your loaded trailer whenfigu
on the following charts. This is themaximum trailer weight yourvehicle can tow and must fallbelow the maximum shown undermaximum trailer weight on the
TOWING A TRAILERYour vehicle may tow a class I, IIor III trailer provided themaximum trailer weight is lessthan or equal to the maximumtrailer weight
Towing trailers beyond themaximum recommendedgross trailer weight could resultin engine damage,transmission/axle damage,structural damage, loss ofcont
F-150 4x2 manual transmissionEngine Rear axleratioMaximumGCWR-kg(lbs.)Maximumtrailerweight-kg(lbs.)Maximumfrontal areaoftrailer-m(ft)Regular Cab F-150
Engine Rear axleratioMaximumGCWR-kg(lbs.)Maximumtrailerweight-kg(lbs.)Maximumfrontal areaoftrailer-m(ft)4.6L 3.55 5 209 (11 500) 2 993 (6 600) 5.52 (6
Engine Rear axleratioMaximumGCWR-kg(lbs.)Maximumtrailerweight-kg(lbs.)Maximumfrontal areaoftrailer-m(ft)4.6L 3.73 5 436 (12 000) 3 311 (7 300) 5.52 (6
F-250 4x4 automatictransmissionEngine Rear axleratioMaximumGCWR-kg(lbs.)Maximumtrailerweight-kg(lbs.)Maximumfrontal areaof trailer-m(ft)Regular Cab F-
Engine Rear axleratioMaximumGCWR-kg(lbs.)Maximumtrailerweight-kg(lbs.)Maximumfrontal areaof trailer-m(ft)SuperCab F-2504.6L 3.31 3 261 (7 200) 952 (2
3. Measure the height of areference point on the front andrear bumpers at the center of thevehicle.4. Attach the trailer to the vehicleand adjust the
Fuel resetIlluminates when the ignition keyis turned to the ON position andthe fuel pump shut-off switch hasbeen triggered. For moreinformation, refer
must meet local and Federalregulations.Do not connect a trailer’shydraulic brake systemdirectly to your vehicle’s brakesystem. Your vehicle may nothav
• Use D (Drive) or a lower gearwhen towing up or down steephills. This will eliminateexcessive downshifting andupshifting for optimum fueleconomy and
(automatic transmissions) or 1(First) (manual transmissions)and increase idle speed. Thisaids engine cooling and airconditioner efficiency.• Vehicles
Recreational towing (all wheelson the ground)Follow these guidelines for yourspecific powertrain combination totow your vehicle with all fourwheels on
3. Lockout the center disconnectby capping off one of the frontaxle vacuum motor lines. See yourFord dealer for assistance.4. Vehicle speed should not
• F-150/F–250 4WD Regular Cablong wheelbase• 4.6L or 5.4L engine• Heavy duty service package• Super engine cooling• Heavy duty front suspensionpackage
must not exceed the frontaccessory reserve capacity.• The total weight of thesnowplow and aftermarketequipment must not exceed theTotal Accessory Rese
maintain the engine oil andtransmission fluid changeintervals.Do not exceed the GVWRor the GAWR specified onthe Safety ComplianceCertification Label.R
to or greater than the air bagdeployment impact speeds listedabove can deploy the air bag. Suchdriving also increases the risk ofaccidents.All occupan
either full left or full right toprovide maximum airflow to theradiator.If you are driving less than 24 km(15 miles) at speeds up to 64 km/h(40 mph) i
GAUGESStandard instrument clustergaugesOptional instrument clustergaugesFuel gaugeDisplays approximately how muchfuel is in the fuel tank (when thekey
FUEL CONSUMPTIONFuel economy can be improved byavoiding:• lack of regular, scheduledmaintenance• excessive speed• rapid acceleration• extended idleDri
HAZARD LIGHTS CONTROLUse only in an emergency to warntraffic of vehicle breakdown,approaching danger, etc. Thehazard flashers can be operatedwhen the
5. Make a further check for leaksin the fuel system.The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated in the passenger’s footwell, behind the kick panel.FUSES A
Always replace a fuse withone that has the specifiedamperage rating. Using a fusewith a higher amperage ratingcan cause severe wire damageand could st
The fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description1 15A Flasher Relay2 5A Instrument Cluster3 25A Cigar Lighter4 5A Park L
Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description5 15A Digital TransmissionRange (DTR) Sensor(A/T), Backup LampSwitch (M/T), DaytimeRunning Lights (DRL)
Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description14 15A Battery Saver Relay,Interior Lamp Relay15 5A Generic ElectronicModule (GEM)16 20A Instrument Clu
Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description21 15A Clutch Pedal Position(CPP) Switch (W/ORAP), StarterInterrupt Relay(W/RAP)22 10A Air Bag Diagnost
Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description30 30A Radio Noise Capacitor,Ignition Coil, PCMPower Diode31 — Not UsedRelay 1 — Interior Lamp RelayRel
The high-current fuses are codedas follows.Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description1 20A * Trailer Tow RunningLamp Relay, TrailerTow Backup Lam
When refueling the vehicle fromempty indication, the amount offuel that can be added will be lessthan the advertised capacity due tothe reserve fuel.S
Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description4 15A* Rear Air Suspension(RAS)5 20A* Horn Relay6 15A* Radio, Premium SoundAmplifier, CD Changer7 15A*
Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Description20 50A** Ignition Switch21 50A** Ignition Switch22 50A** Junction BoxFuse/Relay PanelBattery Feed23 40A
If your vehicle is equipped with4WD or AWD, a spare tire of adifferent size than the roadtires should not be used. Sucha tire could result in damage t
2. Slide the wheel under thevehicle and install the retainerthrough the wheel center.3. Turn the jack handle clockwiseuntil the tire is raised to itso
3. Block the diagonally oppositewheel.4. Obtain the spare tire and jackfrom their storage locations.5. Use the tip of the lug wrench toremove any whee
• Front (4x2)• Front (4x4)• RearRoadside emergencies145
• Never use the front or reardifferential as a jackingpoint.9. Remove the lug nuts with thelug wrench.10. Replace the flat tire with thespare tire, ma
JUMP STARTING YOURVEHICLEThe gases around thebattery can explode ifexposed to flames, sparks, or litcigarettes. An explosion couldresult in injury or
4. Check all battery terminals andremove any excessive corrosionbefore you attach the batterycables.5. Turn the heater fan on in bothvehicles to prote
Jump starting1. Start the booster vehicle andrun the engine at moderatelyincreased speed.2. Start the engine of the vehiclewith the discharged battery
is not at its proper level ormixture, the gauge indication willnot be accurate.OdometerRegisters the total kilometers(miles) of the vehicle.Trip odome
WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicletowed, contact a professionaltowing service or, if you are amember, your roadside assistancecenter.On 4x
When calling for a tow truck, tellthe operator what kind of vehicleyou have. A towing manual isavailable from Ford MotorCompany for all authorized tow
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle:• We highlight do-it-yourself itemsin the engine compartment foreasy location.• We provide a “
• Do not work on a vehicle withthe engine running in anenclosed space, unless you aresure you have enoughventilation.• Keep all lit cigarettes, openfl
Working with the engine on• Automatic transmission:1. Set the parking brake fully andensure the gearshift is securelylatched in P (Park).2. Block the
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS INTHE ENGINE COMPARTMENT4.2L engine1. Battery2. Engine oil filler3. Engine oil dipstick4. Clutch fluid reservoir (ifequipped)5.
4.6L/5.4L engines1. Battery2. Automatic transmission fluiddipstick3. Engine oil filler4. Engine oil dipstick5. Clutch fluid reservoir (ifequipped)6. P
1. Make sure the vehicle is on levelground.2. Turn the engine off and wait afew minutes for the oil to draininto the oil pan.3. Set the parking brake
• If the oil level is below the MINmark, add enough oil to raisethe level within the MIN-MAXrange.• Oil levels above the MAX markmay cause engine dama
5. Locate and carefully remove theengine oil level indicator(dipstick).6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insertthe indicator fully, then remove itagain.• I
Battery voltage gaugeThis gauge shows the batteryvoltage when the ignition is in theON position. If the pointer movesand stays outside the normalopera
oil must be removed from theengine by a service technician.7. Put the indicator back in andensure it is fully seated.Adding engine oil1. Check the eng
and could, under certainconditions, lead to engine damagewhich is not covered by yourwarranty.Changing the engine oil andfilterChange your engine oil
BRAKE FLUIDChecking and adding brakefluidBrake fluid should be checked andrefilled as needed at least onceeach year:1. Clean the reservoir cap beforer
CLUTCH FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)During normal operation, the fluidlevel in the clutch reservoir willslowly rise. If the fluid level drops,maintain the fluid
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDChecking and adding washerfluidCheck the washer fluid wheneveryou stop for fuel. The reservoir ishighlighted with asymbol.If th
Automotive fluids are notinterchangeable; do not use enginecoolant, antifreeze or windshieldwasher fluid outside of its specifiedfunction and vehicle
1. Before you remove the cap, turnthe engine off and let it cool.2. When the engine is cool, wrap athick cloth around the cap. Slowlyturn cap counterc
coolant produced byFord-approved processes. Not allcoolant recycling processesproduce coolant which meets Fordspecification ESE-M97B44–A, anduse of su
Leave a 50/50 mixture of enginecoolant and water in your vehicleyear-round in non-extremeclimates.What you should know aboutfail-safe cooling (if equi
As the engine temperature cools,the engine may be re-started. Takeyour vehicle to a service facility assoon as possible to minimizeengine damage.When
HEADLAMP CONTROLRotate the headlamp control to thedesired position:— OFF.— Parking lamps on.— Headlamps on.Foglamp control (if equipped)The headlamp c
4. Check the fluid level in thereservoir. It should be between theMIN and MAX lines. Do not addfluid if the level is in this range.5. If the fluid is
concerns and/or possibledamage.Do not drive the vehicle if the fluidlevel is below the hole at thebottom of the blade type dipstick(4R70W transmission
The transmission fluid should be inthis range if at room temperature(10°C-35°C [50°F-95°F]) (seefigure to the right).If your vehicle has been operated
7. If necessary, add fluid in .25L(1/2 pint) increments through thefiller tube until the level is correct.8. If an overfill occurs, excess fluidshould
3. Fluid level should be at bottomof the opening.4. Add enough fluid through thefiller opening so that the fluid levelis at the bottom of the opening.
3. Add only enough fluid throughthe filler opening so that the fluidlevel is at the bottom of theopening.Use only fluid that meets Fordspecifications.
the electrolyte in each cell up tothe “level” indicator. Do not overfillthe battery cells.If the electrolyte level in thebattery is low, you can add p
its idle conditions before yourvehicle will drive properly. Tobegin this process:1. Put the gearshift in P (Park)(automatic transmissions) or theneutr
treatments used by commercial carwashes reduce the effectiveness ofwiper blades.Checking the wiper bladesIf the wiper blades do not wipeproperly, clea
INFORMATION ABOUT TIREQUALITY GRADESNew vehicles are fitted with tiresthat have their Tire Quality Grade(described below) molded into thetire’s sidewa
The Daytime RunningLight (DRL) system willnot illuminate the tail lamps andparking lamps. Turn on yourheadlamps at dusk. Failure to doso may result in
tires depends upon the actualconditions of their use, however,and may depart significantly fromthe norm due to variations indriving habits, service pr
Federal Motor Vehicle SafetyStandard No. 109. Grades B and Arepresent higher levels ofperformance on the laboratory testwheel than the minimum require
Tire rotationBecause your vehicle’s tiresperform different jobs, they oftenwear differently. To make sureyour tires wear evenly and lastlonger, rotate
Replacing the tiresReplace the tires when the wearband is visible through the tiretreads.Failure to follow theseprecautions may adverselyaffect the ha
Follow these guidelines when usingsnow tires and chains:• Use only SAE Class S chains.• Install chains securely, verifyingthat the chains do not touch
If you do not use theproper fuel cap, thepressure in the fuel tank candamage the fuel system or causeit to work improperly in acollision.The fuel syst
promptly remove contaminatedclothing and wash skinthoroughly with soap and water.• If fuel is splashed in the eyes,remove contact lenses, flushwith wa
control devices and systems maybe adversely affected.Repair of damage caused by usinga fuel that your vehicle was notdesigned for may not be coveredby
It should not be necessary to addany aftermarket products to yourfuel tank if you continue to use ahigh-quality fuel.Cleaner airFord approves the use
Keep a record for at least onemonth. This will provide anaccurate estimate of the vehicle’sfuel economy.EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMYour vehicle is equippe
• A small LED illuminates next tothe autolamp control to indicatethat the headlamps have beenturned on by the autolamps.• Foglamps are not controlled
parts in performance anddurability.Do not park, idle, or driveyour vehicle in dry grassor other dry ground cover. Theemission system heats up theengin
identifies engine displacement andgives some tune up specifications.Please consult your “WarrantyGuide” for complete emissionwarranty information.Read
complete the above driving cycle.The engine must warm up to itsnormal operating temperature.Once started, do not turn off theengine until the above dr
Replacing headlamp bulbsHandle a halogenheadlamp bulb carefullyand keep out of children’s reach.Grasp the bulb only by its plasticbase and do not touc
8. Insert the glass end of the newbulb into the headlamp assemblysocket. When the grooves in theplastic base are aligned, push thebulb into the socket
Replacing parking lamp/turnsignal bulbs1. Remove screw from the top oflamp assembly.2. Disengage lamp assembly (it hasa snap fit).3. Remove the electr
9. Align top and bottom ribs ofparking lamp assembly withcorresponding slots on front ofvehicle.10. Push gently until parking lampassembly seats (you
Replacing license plate lampbulbsThe license plate bulbs are locatedunder and behind the rear bumper.To change the license plate lampbulbs:1. Reach un
• Oncoming motorists frequentlysignal you to deactivate yourhigh beams, and your highbeams are not activated.• The headlamps do not seem toprovide eno
antennas, before entering a carwash.After washing, apply the brakesseveral times to dry them.Waxing your vehicleWax when water stops beading onthe sur
ICONSIndicates a warning. Read thefollowing section on Warnings fora full explanation.Indicates vehicle informationrelated to recycling and otherenvir
CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEMHeater only system(if equipped)Fan speed controlControls the volume of aircirculated in the vehicle.Temperature control knobCont
Cleaning the engineEngines are more efficient whenthey are clean because grease anddirt buildup keep the enginewarmer than normal. Whenwashing:• Take
Cleaning plastic exterior partsUse vinyl cleaner for routinecleaning. Clean with a tar removerif necessary. Do not clean plasticparts with thinners, s
Remove fresh spots immediately.Follow the directions that comewith the cleaner.Cleaning and maintaining thesafety beltsClean the safety belts with a m
will damage the leather surface• Spray a small amount of theleather cleaner on the pad andrub the area to be cleaned withthe pad using a circular moti
04011–01276) are availablethrough your local 3M distributor.Call 1–800–742–9649 for thenearest distributor in your area.PART NUMBER PART NAME(Obtain L
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERSComponent 4.2L engine 4.6L engine 5.4L engineSparkplugs-platinum*AGSF-34EE AWSF-32PP AWSF-22EAir filter FA-1632 FA-1632 FA-1632
FluidFord PartNameApplication CapacityRear axle2,4MotorcraftSAE75W140SyntheticRear AxleLubricantF-250 3.3-3.8L (7.5-8.0pints)5Brake fluidFord HighPerf
FluidFord PartNameApplication CapacityTransmissionfluidMotorcraftMERCONtATF5-speed manual43.5L (3.75 quarts)Automatic-E4OD(4x2)15.0L (15.9 quarts)Auto
4Fill to 6 mm (3/8 inch) belowbottom of filler hole.5In-vehicle refill: approximately3.1L (6.5 pints).LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONSFluidFord partname orequ
FluidFord partname orequivalentFord partnumberFordspecificationGrease;transmission/steering/parkingbrake linkagesand pivots.Brake andclutch pedalshaft
• PANEL & FLOOR-Distributesoutside air through theinstrument panel registers andthe floor ducts.• FLOOR-Allows for maximumheating. Distributes out
ENGINE DATAEngine 4.2L engine 4.6L engine 5.4L engineCubic inches 256 281 330Horsepower 205 @ 4440 rpm 220 @ 4500 rpm 235 @ 4250 rpmTorque255 lb. ft.
DimensionBody StyleRegularCab 4x2Regular Cab4x4Super Cab4x2Super Cab4x4(3) Overallheight1 846 mm(72.7 in)(SWB) 1838mm (72.4in) (LWB)1 917 mm(75.5 in)(
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IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLEVehicle identification plateThe vehicle identification plate islocated on the front panel of theengine compartment. This plate
Vehicle identification numberThe vehicle identification numberis attached to a metal tag and islocated on the driver sideinstrument panel.Engine numbe
REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS(U.S. ONLY)If you believe that your vehicle hasa defect that could cause a crash,or could cause injury or death, youshould imm
Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ...60and child safety seats ...61description ...
Fuse panelsinstrument panel ...133power distribution box ...138Fuses ...132,133Gauges, Mechan
warning light and chime ...12,58Safety seats for childrenattaching with tether straps ...74automatic locking mode(retractor) ...
Recommended fuel Unleaded fuel only - 87 octaneFuel tank capacity-4 x 4 regularcab92.7L (24.5 gallons)Fuel tank capacity-4 x 2 vehiclesand4x4SuperCab9
• Remove any snow, ice or leavesfrom the air intake area (at thebottom of the windshield underthe hood).• When placing objects on top ofyour instrumen
Temperature control knobControls the temperature of theairflow inside the vehicle.Mode selector controlControls the direction of theairflow to the ins
vehicle is parked. This allows thevehicle to “breathe” through theoutside air inlet duct.• MAX A/C-Uses recirculated airto cool the vehicle. MAX A/C i
hot and full cold positions, theair distributed through the floorducts will be slightly warmerthan the air sent to theinstrument panel registers.• FLO
Operating tips• In humid weather, select DEFbefore driving. This willprevent your windshield fromfogging. After a few minutes,select any desired posit
reduce your ability to seethrough your windshield. Also,avoid placing small objects ontop of your instrument panel.These objects can fall down intothe
SPEED CONTROL(IF EQUIPPED)To turn speed control on• Press ON.Vehicle speed cannot be controlleduntil the vehicle is traveling at orabove 48 km/h (30 m
To set a speed• Press SET ACC/SET ACCEL.For speed control to operate,the speed control must be ONand the vehicle speed must begreater than 48 km/h (30
contents without notice andwithout incurring obligation.SPECIAL NOTICESUsing your vehicle with asnowplowFor more information andguidelines for using y
To set a higher set speed• Press and hold SET ACC/SETACCEL. Release the controlwhen the desired vehicle speedis reached or• Press and release SET ACC/
• Depress the brake pedal. Whenthe desired vehicle speed isreached, press SET ACC/SETACCEL.To disengage speed control• Depress the brake pedal or• Dep
Pressing OFF will erase thepreviously programmed set speed.To return to a previously setspeed• Press RES/RSM/RESUME. ForRES/RSM/RESUME to operate,the
Pull the steering control towardyou to move the steering wheel upor down. Hold the control whileadjusting the wheel to the desiredposition, then relea
WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHERCONTROLSRotate the windshield wipercontrol to the desired interval, lowor high speed position.The bars of varying length are fo
4. Within two seconds of pressingthe washer control, put the key inthe ignition.5. Continue to press the washercontrol until a tone is heard, andrelea
The overdrive function allowsautomatic upshifts to second, thirdand forth gear.Deactivating overdrivePress the transmission control atthe end of the g
POWER WINDOWS(IF EQUIPPED)Press and hold the rocker switchesto open and close windows.• Press the top portion of therocker switch to close.• Press the
Accessory delayWith accessory delay, the windowswitches may be used for up to tenminutes after the ignition switch isturned to the OFF position or unt
2. Move the control in thedirection you wish to tilt themirror.3. Return to the center position tolock mirrors in place.TAILGATE LOCK (IF EQUIPPED)You
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TAILGATE REMOVALYour tailgate is removable to allowmore room for loading.1. Lower the tailgate.2. Use a screwdriver to pry thespring clip (on each con
• Press the remote entry lockcontrol• Open a door and press thepower door lock control to lockthe doorsIf a door is open, the system isprearmed and is
• Unlock the doors by using yourremote entry transmitter.• Unlock the doors with a key.Turn the key full travel (towardthe front of the vehicle) to ma
Unlocking the doorsPress this control to unlock thedriver door. The interior lamps willilluminate.Press the control a second timewithin five seconds t
and (2) This device must acceptany interference received,including interference that maycause undesired operation.Changes or modifications notexpressl
2. Press the power door unlockcontrol three times.3. Turn the ignition key from ONto OFF.4. Press the power door unlockcontrol three times.5. Turn the
the key ring. DO NOT TAKE THEFRONT PART OF THETRANSMITTER APART.2. Place the positive (+) side ofnew battery in the sameorientation. Refer to the diag
four). When completed, switch theignition to OFF.All transmitters must bereprogrammed at the same time.Illuminated entryThe interior lamps illuminate
SEATINGFull bench seat (if equipped)• Lift the release bar to move theseat forward or backward.Ensure that the seat is relatchedinto place.• Push down
Captain’s chair (if equipped)• Lift the release bar to move theseat forward or rearward. Makesure that the seat is relatchedinto place.• Pull the seat
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Press to raise or lower the frontportion of the seat cushion.Press to raise or lower the rearportion of the seat cushion.Press the control to move the
60/40 Split Rear Seat(if equipped)When folded down, the rear seatsprovide a “load floor” for additionalstorage space. To fold down therear seats:• Pul
To prevent the risk ofinjury, make sure childrensit where they can be properlyrestrained.Never let a passenger holda child on his or her lapwhile the
Each seating position inyour vehicle has a specificsafety belt assembly which ismade up of one buckle and onetongue that are designed to beused as a p
combination lap and shoulderbelts. The front and rear seatpassenger outboard safety beltshave two types of locking modesdescribed below:Vehicle sensit
• Anytime a child safety seat isinstalled in the vehicle. Refer toSafety Restraints for Childrenor Safety Seats for Childrenlater in this chapter.How
How to disengage the automaticlocking modeDisconnect the combinationlap/shoulder belt and allow it toretract completely to disengage theautomatic lock
and as low as possible around yourhips. Do not wear the lap beltaround your waist.Insert the tongue into the correctbuckle. To lengthen the belt, turn
belt. Manufacturer identification islocated at the end of the webbingon the label. Also, use the safetybelt extension only if the safetybelt is too sh
assemblies, including retractors,buckles, front seat belt buckleassemblies (slide bar)(ifequipped), shoulder belt heightadjusters (if equipped), child
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESStandard instrument clusterOptional instrument clusterLow fuelIlluminates when the fuel level islow. The lamp will also illum
AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTALRESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)Important supplementalrestraint system (SRS)precautionsThe supplemental restraint systemis designed to:• wor
The right front passengerair bag is not designed torestrain occupants in the centerfront seating position.All occupants of thevehicle including the dr
Air bag can kill or injure achild in a child seat. Childseats should never be placed inthe front seats, unless passengerair bag switch is turned off.
Several air bag systemcomponents get hot afterinflation. Do not touch themafter inflation.If the air bag is inflated,the air bag will notfunction agai
Instrumentation chapter. Routinemaintenance of the air bag is notrequired.A difficulty with the system isindicated by one or more of thefollowing:• Th
Passenger air bag deactivateswitchYour vehicle has a passenger airbag deactivate switch. This switchMUST be used to activate ordeactivate the passenge
Turning the passengerair bag off1. Insert the ignition key, turn theswitch to OFF and remove the key.2. When the ignition is turned tothe ON position
1. Insert the ignition key and turnthe switch to ON.2. The OFF light will brieflyilluminate when the ignition isturned to On. This indicates thatthe p
SAFETY RESTRAINTS FORCHILDRENImportant child restraintprecautionsYou are required by law to usesafety restraints for children in theU.S. and Canada. I
Follow all the important safetyrestraint and air bag precautionsthat apply to adult passengers inyour vehicle.If the shoulder belt portion of acombina
the On Board Diagnostics System(OBD II). This OBD II systemprotects the environment byensuring that your vehiclecontinues to meet governmentemission s
A belt-positioning booster shouldbe used if the shoulder belt restsin front of the child’s face or neck,or if the lap belt does not fitsnugly on both
• Place seat back in uprightposition.• Put the safety belt in theautomatic locking mode. Referto Automatic locking mode.Ford recommends the use of ach
Air bag can kill or injure achild in a child seat. If youmust use a forward-facing childseat in the front seat, move seatall the way back.2. Pull down
5. To put the retractor in theautomatic locking mode, grasp theshoulder portion of the belt andpull downward until all of the beltis extracted and a c
able to pull more belt out). If theretractor is not locked, unbucklethe belt and repeat steps twothrough nine.Check to make sure the child seatis prop
If you have a SuperCab, attach thebracket to the inside of the backpanel of your vehicle. Carefullyfollow the instructions providedwith the kit.If you
PREPARING TO START YOURVEHICLEEngine starting is controlled by thespark ignition system. This systemmeets all CanadianInterference-Causing Equipmentst
Do not start your vehiclein a closed garage or inother enclosed areas. Exhaustfumes can be toxic. Always openthe garage door before you startthe engin
• Make sure the parking brake isset.• Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park).If starting a vehicle with a manualtransmission:• Make sure the parking br
3. Turn the key to 4 (ON) withoutturning the key to 5 (START).Make sure the corresponding lightsilluminate briefly. If a light fails toilluminate, hav
with good quality fuel and/orproperly installing and securelytightening the gas cap. After threedriving cycles without these or anyother temporary mal
STARTING THE ENGINE1. Turn the key to 5 (START)without pressing the acceleratorpedal and release as soon as theengine starts. The key will returnto 4
quickly. They are stronglyrecommended if you live in aregion where temperatures reach-23°C (-10°F) or below.For best results, plug the heater inat lea
• the sound of the exhaust systemchanges• the vehicle has been damaged ina collisionImportant ventilatinginformationIf the engine is idling while thev
BRAKESYour brakes are self-adjusting.Refer to the “Service Guide” forscheduled maintenance.Occasional brake noise is normaland often does not indicate
shudder while braking, felt mainlyin the steering wheel, the vehiclemost likely needs service.The ABS operates by detecting theonset of wheel lock up
there is sufficient space, willenable you to avoid obstaclesand bring the vehicle to acontrolled stop.• We recommend that youfamiliarize yourself with
The parking brake is not designedto stop a moving vehicle. However,if the normal brakes fail, theparking brake can be used to stopyour vehicle in an e
normal driving and should not benoticeable to the driver.To avoid injury, never runthe engine with one wheeloff the ground, such as whenchanging a tir
The air suspension shut-off switchis located behind an access panelunderneath the passenger sideinstrument panel.On vehicles equipped withAir Suspensi
is possible that a fuse has blownand the vehicle’s brakelamps maynot be operating properly. Refer toFuses and relays in the Roadsideemergencies chapte
Safety beltMomentarily illuminates when theignition is turned ON to remindyou to fasten your safety belts. Formore information, refer to theSeating an
Hold the brake pedal downwhile you move thegearshift lever from position toposition. If you do not hold thebrake pedal down, your vehiclemay move unex
control switch on the end of thegearshift lever.The transmission control indicatorlight (TCIL) (the word OFF) onthe end of the gearshift lever willill
2 (Second)Use 2 (Second) to start-up onslippery roads or to provideadditional engine braking ondowngrades.1 (First)Use 1 (Low) to provide maximumengin
1. Put gearshift in N (Neutral).2. Hold down brake pedal.3. Depress clutch pedal.124R3DDriving93
4. Turn ignition key to Start tostart the engine and let it idle for afew seconds.5. Release the brake pedal.6. Release clutch slowly whilepressing do
Upshifts when accelerating (recommended for best fueleconomy)2 - 3 32 km/h (20 mph) 11 km/h (7 mph)3 - 4 50 km/h (31 mph) 19 km/h (12 mph)4-D(Overdriv
Parking your vehicle1. Apply brake and shift into N(Neutral).2. Set parking brake.3. Shift into 1 (First).124R3DDriving96
4. Turn ignition to Off.Do not park your vehiclein Neutral, it may moveunexpectedly and injuresomeone. Use 1 (First) gear andset the parking brake ful
Removing key from ignition• Turn the ignition key until itstops.• Push the release lever forwardand rotate the key towards youuntil it stops.• Release
Utility and four-wheeldrive vehicles are notdesigned for cornering at speedsas high as passenger cars anymore than low-slung sports carsare designed t
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