Ford 2003 Explorer v.3 Manuel d'utilisateur

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 10Warning and control lights 10Gauges 14Entertainment Systems 17AM/FM stereo with CD 17AM/FM stereo cassette with CD

Instrument ClusterWARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESStandard instrument clusterOptional instrument clusterWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle

REAR SEATSFolding down the 60/40 rear seats (if equipped)If the rear seat is equipped with adjustable head restraints, they shouldbe placed in the ful

1. Locate handle on the side of theseat cushion by the door.2. Push the handle up and push theseatback toward the front of thevehicle.3. Press down on

3. To return the seat to a seatingposition, flip the seat into theupright position.4. Make sure the seat is latched tothe floor.To exit the 3rd row se

Folding the middle 2nd row seat (If equipped)1. Locate the lever on the side ofthe seatback.2. Pull the lever up and push theseatback toward the front

To put seat in stowed position:1. Pull the seat release lever locatedon top of the seatback whilepushing the seatback down onto theseat cushion.2. The

2. Pull the seat release lever locatedon top of the seatback while liftingthe seatback into the uprightposition.3. The seatback will latch into place.

information to the Restraints Control Module (RCM). During a crash, theRCM activates the safety belt pretensioners and/or either one or bothstages of

effectiveness of the safety belts and helps properly position the occupantrelative to the air bag to improve protection. The safety beltpretensioners

Never let a passenger hold a child on his or her lap while thevehicle is moving. The passenger cannot protect the child frominjury in a collision.All

• This safety belt system has a retractor assembly that is designed toextend the seat belt webbing in a controlled manner. This helpsreduce the belt f

On board diagnostics (OBD-II) in the Maintenance and Specificationschapter. If the light is blinking, engine misfire is occurring which coulddamage yo

All safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulderbelts. All of the passenger combination lap and shoulder belts have twotypes of l

• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt is pulled out.• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a cl

When the Safety Canopyy system or the front airbags are activated, thesafety belt pretensioners for the driver and right front passenger seatingpositi

Safety belt warning light and indicator chimeThe safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and achime sounds to remind the occup

The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts:(All statistics based on U.S. data)Reasons given... Consider...“Crashes are ra

Do not sit on top of a buckled safety belt to avoid the BeltMinder chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk ofinjury in an accident. T

5. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times, ending with thesafety belt unbuckled.• After step 5 the safety belt warning light will be turned

AIR BAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)Important SRS precautionsThe SRS is designed to work withthe safety belt to help protect thedriver and righ

Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries.To properly position yourself

Children and air bagsChildren must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rea

Air bag readiness: If this light failsto illuminate when ignition is turnedto ON, continues to flash or remainson, have the system servicedimmediately

The air bags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After air bagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burn

The SRS consists of:• driver and passenger air bag modules (which include the inflators andair bags).• Safety canopyy system (if equipped). Refer to S

Safety CanopyY system (if equipped)Do not place objects ormount equipment on ornear the headliner at the siderailthat may come into contact with adepl

How does the Safety CanopyYsystem work?The design and development of theSafety Canopyy system includedrecommended testing proceduresthat were develope

The Safety Canopyy is mounted to the roof side-rail sheet metal, behindthe headliner, above the first and second row seats. In certain lateralcollisio

• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeatperiodically until the problem and light are repaired.If any of these things happe

If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt can bepositioned so it does not cross or rest in front of the child’s face or neck

Types of booster seatsThere are two types of belt-positioning booster seats:• Those that are backless.If your backless booster seat has aremovable shi

Follow all instructions provided by the manufacturer of thebooster seat.Never put the shoulder belt under a child’s arm or behind theback because it e

When installing a child safety seat:• Review and follow the informationpresented in the Air bagsupplemental restraint system(SRS) section in this chap

AdvanceTracy (if equipped):Illuminates when the AdvanceTracysystem is active. If the light remainson, have the system servicedimmediately.Four wheel d

Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulderbeltsAir bags can kill or injure a child in a child seat. NEVER place arear-facing chil

3. While holding the shoulder andlap belt portions together, route thetongue through the child seataccording to the child seatmanufacturer’s instructi

7. Pull the lap belt portion acrossthe child seat toward the buckle andpull up on the shoulder belt whilepushing down with your knee on thechild seat.

The rear seats of your vehicle are equipped with built-in tether strapanchors located behind the seats as shown below.The tether strap anchors in your

• Behind 2nd row seat• At the rear of the cargo areaSeating and Safety Restraints134

4. Clip the tether strap to theanchor.If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly, the child safety seatmay not be retained properly in the event of a

Your vehicle has LATCH anchors for child seat installation at the seatingpositions marked with the child seat symbol:Never attach two LATCH child safe

Follow the child seat manufacturer’s instructions to properly install achild seat with LATCH attachments. Two plastic LATCH guides can beobtained at n

DrivingSTARTINGPositions of the ignition1. OFF/LOCK, shuts off the engineand all accessories/locks the steeringwheel, gearshift lever and allows keyre

• Make sure the gearshift is in P(Park).3. Turn the key to 3 (ON) withoutturning the key to 4 (START).Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or

GAUGESStandard instrument cluster gaugesOptional instrument cluster gaugesSpeedometer: Indicates thecurrent vehicle speed.Instrument Cluster14

Starting the engine1. Turn the key to 3 (ON) withoutturning the key to 4 (START). Ifthere is difficulty in turning the key,rotate the steering wheel u

2. When the engine starts, release the key, then gradually release theaccelerator pedal as the engine speeds up. If the engine still fails to start,re

brake pedal pulsation may be observed during ABS braking; anypulsations or mechanical noise you may feel or hear is normal.ABS warning lampABSTheABSla

Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that thegearshift is securely latched in P (Park).The parking brake is not recommended to stop a movi

AdvanceTracy enhances your vehicle’s stability during maneuvers thatrequire all available tire traction, like in wet/snowy/icy road conditionsand/or w

indicator light in the instrument cluster remains on while the engine isrunning, have the system serviced immediately.Pressing the control once will d

STEERINGTo prevent damage to the power steering system:• Never hold the steering wheel at its furthest turning points (until itstops) for more than a

Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity, may handledifferently than unloaded vehicles. Extra precautions, such asslower speeds and increased

3. Rotate the access panel(counterclockwise) with a flat headscrew driver until it is lined up tothe access hole in the open position.4. Insert a tool

Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift islatched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position andremove the key wheneve

Engine coolant temperaturegauge: Indicates engine coolanttemperature. At normal operatingtemperature, the needle will be inthe normal range (between “

R (Reverse)With the gearshift lever in R (Reverse), the vehicle will move backward.Always come to a complete stop before shifting into and out of R(Re

Forced downshifts• Allowed in D (Overdrive) or Drive.• Depress the accelerator to the floor.• Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear.If you

To help avoid personal injury, always use caution when in R(Reverse) and when using the RSS.This system is not designed to prevent contact with small

indicator light on the control will illuminate when the system is turnedoff. If the indicator light illuminates when the RSS is not turned off, itmay

• 4X4 LOW – momentarilyilluminates when the vehicle isstarted. Illuminates when 4L isselected.Using the Control Trac 4WD system4X4 AUTO - Power to all

3. Place the transmission in N (Neutral).4. Press the desired 4WD position.• If shifting into 4X4 LOW (4WD Low), wait for the 4X4 LOW light inthe inst

pavement only after reducing your speed. Do not turn the steeringwheel too sharply while returning to the road surface.• It may be safer to stay on th

Do not spin the wheels at over 56 km/h (35 mph). The tires mayfail and injure a passenger or bystander.Emergency maneuvers• In an unavoidable emergenc

4WD Systems4WD (when you select a 4WD mode) uses all four wheels to power thevehicle. This increases traction, enabling you to drive over terrain andr

Mud and waterIf you must drive through highwater, drive slowly. Traction orbrake capability may be limited.When driving through water,determine the de

Tachometer: Indicates the enginespeed in revolutions per minute.Driving with your tachometerpointer continuously at the top ofthe scale may damage the

possibly rolling over. Whenever driving on a hill, determine beforehandthe route you will use. Do not drive over the crest of a hill withoutseeing wha

Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction onsnow and ice. Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when startingfrom a full s

Do not use “aftermarket lift kits” or other suspension modifications,whether or not they are used with larger tires and wheels.These “aftermarket lift

Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicleequipped with a high load or device (such as ladder racks or pickup boxcover).Failu

Maintain steering wheel control at all times, especially in rough terrain.Since sudden changes in terrain can result in abrupt steering wheelmotion, m

If your vehicle gets stuckIf your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out byshifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping betwee

Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility andfour-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with alower center of gravity.

Mud and waterIf you must drive through highwater, drive slowly. Traction orbrake capability may be limited.When driving through water,determine the de

possibly rolling over. Whenever driving on a hill, determine beforehandthe route you will use. Do not drive over the crest of a hill withoutseeing wha

Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction onsnow and ice. Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when startingfrom a full s

Entertainment SystemsAUDIOPHILE IN-DASH SIX CD SOUND SYSTEM1. Seek: Works in radio ro CDmode. Press and releaseSEEK/ for previous/nextstrong station o

If you use any tire/wheel combination not recommended by Ford MotorCompany, it may adversely affect vehicle handling and could causesteering, suspensi

Company strongly recommends that you do not make modifications suchas adding or removing parts (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or byusing repla

• GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating): Carrying capacity for each axlesystem. The GAWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on theSafety Certificatio

SPECIAL LOADING INSTRUCTIONS FOR OWNERS OF PICKUPTRUCKS AND UTILITY-TYPE VEHICLESFor important information regarding safe operation of this typeof veh

• Do not tow a trailer until your vehicle has been driven at least 800 km(500 miles).• Refer to the instructions included with towing accessories for

4x2 w/automatic transmissionGCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer Weight*-When towing maximum loads under high outside temperatures andon steep

HitchesDo not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper. Use a loadcarrying hitch. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that10–15% of

Driving while you towWhen towing a trailer:• Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut offautomatically when you are towing on long, stee

Launching or retrieving a boatDisconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailerinto the water. Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after

4x4 vehicles with electronic shift transfer case (Neutral tow kitaccessory):On vehicles equipped with 4WD, an accessory is available that allows youto

Press the DSP control again to access the occupancy modes. Use theSEL control to optimize the sound based upon the occupants in thevehicle.The followi

Roadside EmergenciesGETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCETo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadsid

Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call1–800–665–2006.If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford MotorCompany will

The fuel pump shut-off switch islocated in the passenger’s foot well,by the kick panel.Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-off swi

Note: Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperagerating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wiredamage and

Passenger compartment fuse panelThe fuse panel is located below theinstrument panel on the driver’sside.To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool prov

The fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description1 30A Memory seat module, Driverpower seat2

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description22 10A ABS, IVD Controller23 15A Brake pedal position switch,Driver brake a

Passenger compartment fuse panel (top side)These relays are located on the reverse side of the passengercompartment fuse panel. See your dealer or a c

Power distribution boxThe power distribution box islocated in the engine compartment.The power distribution box containshigh-current fuses that protec

The high-current fuses are coded as follows:Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription1 60A** PJB2 30A** BSM3 — Not used4 30A**

Traffic: Allows you to hear traffic broadcasts. With the feature ON, pressSEEK or SCAN to find a station broadcasting a traffic report (if it isbroadc

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription28 20A* Horn relay29 60A** PJB30 20A** Rear wiper motor31 — Not used32 — Not used33 3

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription56 — Starter relay57 — PTEC relay58 — Ignition relay59 — Driver brake applied relay(v

Fuse/Relay Location DescriptionRelay 18 Not usedRelay 19 Trailer tow park lampsRelay 20 Trailer tow battery chargeRelay 21 Not usedRelay 22 Not usedRe

CHANGING THE TIRESIf you get a flat tire while driving:• do not brake heavily.• gradually decrease the vehicle’s speed.• hold the steering wheel firml

When one of the rear wheels is off the ground, the transmissionalone will not prevent the vehicle from moving or slipping off thejack, even if the tra

Removing the jack and tools1. Open liftgate and remove thecarpeted floor lid and jack cover.2. Turn jack screw eyeletcounterclockwise and remove theja

Removing the spare tireDo not use an impact wrench on the winch drive nut. This willdamage the spare tire winch.1. Open the cover from the carpeting o

3. Turn the wrenchcounterclockwise until the tire islowered to the ground and the cablehas slack. When turning the wrench,make sure that it does not s

3. Assemble the jack handleextension on the lug nut wrench bysliding the square end of the jackhandle through the plastic grommeton the lug nut wrench

To lessen the risk ofpersonal injury, do not putany part of your body under thevehicle while changing a tire. Donot start the engine when yourvehicle

Seating and Safety Restraints 95Seating 95Safety restraints 105Air bags 117Child restraints 125Driving 138Starting 138Brakes 141Traction control/Advan

Press and hold the volume control for five seconds. Press SEL toincrease/decrease volume levels. The selected level will appear in thedisplay.14. Load

tire carrier will not allow you to overtighten. If the spare tire carrierratchets or slips with little effort, take the vehicle to your dealer forassi

1. Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle.2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this coulddamage the vehicle’s electric

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)terminal of the assisting battery.3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negat

4.0L Engine4.6L EngineRoadside Emergencies203

5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts ofboth engines, or any fuel delivery system parts.Jump starting1. Start the eng

3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the boostervehicle’s battery.4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of

WRECKER TOWINGIf you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, y

Customer AssistanceGETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDAt homeFord Motor Company and Ford of Canada have authorized dealerships toservice your vehicle. It is

In Canada:Customer Relationship CentreFord Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E41-800-565-3673 (FORD)www.ford.caIf yo

In some states (in the U.S.) you must directly notify Ford in writingbefore pursuing remedies under your state’s warranty laws. Ford is alsoallowed a

PREMIUM AM/FM STEREO/CASSETTE/SINGLE CD1. Power/volume: Press to turnON/OFF; turn to increase/decreasevolume.2. Scan: Press to hear a briefsampling of

THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. ONLY)The Dispute Settlement Board is:• an independent, third-party arbitration program for warranty disputes• avail

Board membershipThe Board consists of:• three consumer representatives• a Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representativeConsumer candidates for Boa

Oral presentationsIf you would like to make an oral presentation, indicate YES to question6 on the application. While it is your right to make an oral

UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM (CANADAONLY)In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford andthe dealer to resolve a

If your vehicle must be serviced while you are traveling or living inCentral or South America, the Caribbean, or the Middle East, contact thenearest F

IN CALIFORNIA (U.S. ONLY)California Civil Code Section 1793.2(d) requires that, if a manufactureror its representative is unable to repair a motor veh

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY)If you believe that your vehicle hasa defect which could cause a crashor could cause injury or death, youshould im

CleaningWASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralPh shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A),

PAINT CHIPSYour dealer has touch-up paint and sprays to match your vehicle’s color.Take your color code (printed on a sticker in the driver’s door jam

• Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaningthe engine.4.6L V8 Engine4.0L SOHC V6 Engine• Never wash or rinse the engine while

not be inserted into the CD player. The label may peel and causethe CD to become jammed. It is recommended that homemadeCDs be identified with permane

PLASTIC (NON-PAINTED) EXTERIOR PARTSUse only approved products to clean plastic parts. These products areavailable from your dealer.• For routine clea

INTERIOR TRIM• Clean the interior trim areas with a damp cloth, then dry by wipingwith a dry, soft, clean cloth.• Do not use household or glass cleane

FORD, LINCOLN AND MERCURY CAR CARE PRODUCTSYour Ford, Lincoln or Mercury dealer has many quality products availableto clean your vehicle and protect i

Maintenance and SpecificationsSERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS• Use the Scheduled Maintenance Guide to track routine service.• Use only recommended fuels, lubr

OPENING THE HOOD1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom left corner of the instrumentpanel.Maintenance and Specific

2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch that islocated under the front center of the hood.3. Lift the hood.Maintenance and S

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT4.0L SOHC V6 engine1. Engine coolant reservoir2. Engine oil filler cap3. Engine oil dipstick4. Brake f

4.6L V8 engine1. Engine coolant reservoir2. Engine oil dipstick3. Brake fluid reservoir4. Power distribution box5. Battery6. Power steering fluid rese

WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDWindshield washer fluidAdd fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir compl

1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into theoil pan.3. Set the parking brak

to decrease minutes or TUNE to increase minutes. If your vehiclehas a stand alone clock this control will not function.10. Balance: Press BAL; then pr

• 4.6L V8 engine6. Wipe the indicator clean. Insert the indicator fully, then remove itagain.• If the oil level is between the MIN and MAX marks, the

• 4.0L SOHC V6 engine• 4.6L V8 engine• Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oilmust be removed from the engine by a service tec

3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above theMAX hole on the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).4. Install the indicato

4.0L EngineLook for this certificationtrademark.SAE 5W-30 engine oil is recommended.Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the AmericanPetr

BATTERYYour vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice.How

When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on theend walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps,resulting in personal injury a

If the battery has been disconnected or a new battery has been installed,the clock and the preset radio stations must be reset once the battery isreco

When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir.• The engine coolant should be at the “cold fill level” or within the “c

Do not add engine coolant when the engine is hot. Steam andscalding liquids released from a hot cooling system can burn youbadly. Also, you can be bur

• Do not mix with recycled coolant unless from a Ford-approvedrecycling process (see Use of Recycled engine coolant section).For vehicles with overflo

16. Fast Forward (FF): Press fora slow advance, press and hold for afast advance.17. Rewind (REW): Press for aslow rewind, press and hold for afast re

system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low level of coolantcan result in engine overheating and possible engine damage.Recycled engine coo

What you should know about fail-safe cooling (4.6L V8 engine only)If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle tobe drive

3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool.4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low.Never remove the coolant reserv

Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel:• Extinguish all smoking materialsand any open flames beforefueling your vehicle.• Alwa

and sugar cane. When ethanol is used in the making of motor fuels, asmall amount of a bad tasting chemical is added to discourage beverageuse. The res

Choosing the right fuelUse only UNLEADED FUEL. The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by lawand could damage your vehicle.If your vehicle is a flexible

Fuel qualityMany of the world’s automakersissued the World-wide Fuel Charterthat recommends gasolinespecifications to provide improvedperformance and

Cleaner airFord endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines toimprove air quality.Running out of fuelAvoid running out of fuel becaus

If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure orvacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or causethe fuel cap to disengag

For consistent results when filling the fuel tank:• Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling,an error in the reading wil

MP3 AUDIO SYSTEM1. Balance: Press/ to shiftsound to the left/right speakers.2. Fade: Press / to shiftsound to the rear/front speakers.3. Scan: Press t

Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habitsGive consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to changea number of variables and

• Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately0.4 km/L [1 mpg] is lost for every 180 kg [400 lb] of weight carried).• Adding cer

• Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially athigh speeds.• Have the items listed in your scheduled maintenance guide perf

service technician in properly servicing your vehicle. When the CheckEngine/Service Engine Soon light illuminates, the OBD-II system hasdetected a mal

CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUIDCheck the power steering fluid. Refer to the scheduled maintenanceguide for the service interval schedules. If

BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIRThe fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced.Fluid levels below the “M

CHECKING AND ADDING TRANSFER CASE FLUID (IF EQUIPPED)1. Clean the filler plug.2. Remove the filler plug andinspect the fluid level.3. Add only enough

INFORMATION ABOUT UNIFORM TIRE QUALITY GRADINGNew vehicles are fitted with tiresthat have a rating on them calledTire Quality Grades. The Qualitygrade

The traction grade assigned to this tire is based onstraight-ahead braking traction tests, and does not includeacceleration, cornering, hydroplaning o

Replacing tiresReplace the tires when the wearband is visible. Due to exposure tothe elements and exhaust youshould replace the spare tire whenyou rep

5. EJ (Eject): Press to stop andeject a disc. If a disc is ejected andnot removed, the player willautomatically reload the disc and return to radio mo

Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) (if equipped)The tire pressure monitoring system provides the driver with a warningmessage indicating when tire

USING SNOW TIRES AND TRACTION DEVICESSnow tires must be the same size and grade as the tires youcurrently have on your vehicle.The tires on your vehic

REFILL CAPACITIESFluid Ford PartNameApplication CapacityBrake fluid Motorcraft HighPerformanceDOT 3 MotorVehicle BrakeFluidAll Fill to line onreservoi

Fluid Ford PartNameApplication CapacityEngine coolant3MotorcraftPremium EngineCoolant(green-colored)or MotorcraftPremium GoldEngine Coolant(yellow-col

2Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity. Some applications may varybased on cooler size and if equipped with an in-tank cooler. The amountof tra

ItemFord PartName orequivalentFord PartNumberFordSpecificationEngine coolant MotorcraftPremium EngineCoolant(green-colored)VC-4-A (US) orCXC-10(Canada

ItemFord PartName orequivalentFord PartNumberFordSpecificationTransfer case(4X4)MotorcraftMERCONtMulti-PurposeATFXT-2-QDX MERCONtTransfer caseFront Ou

VEHICLE DIMENSIONSDimensions 4-Door 4x2 or 4x4 XLT Model mm(in.)(1) Overall length 4817 (189.6)(2) Overall width 1831 (72.1)(3) Maximum height* 1826 (

IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLECertification labelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Certification label be affixedt

Vehicle identification numberThe vehicle identification number(VIN) is a 17 digit combination ofletters and numbers. The VIN isattached to a metal tag

13. Memory presets: To set a station: Select frequency band AM/FM;tune to a station, press and hold a preset button until sound returns.14. CD door: I

AccessoriesFORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of genuine Ford accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local authorized F

Chrome wheelsDaytime running lights (DRL)Dog guardDVD — Rear entertainment systemFactory luggage rack adaptors (bike and ski)First aid kitFog lampsFul

Protection and appearance equipmentAir bag anti-theft locksAll-weather floor matsB-pillar trim kitCargo liners, interiorCarpet floor matsDoor edge gua

• Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of yourvehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotiveuse or are not pro

IndexAAccessory delay ...53Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ...117, 122and child safety seats

plastic parts ...220safety belts ...221washing ...217waxing ...

Engine oil ...228checking and adding ...228dipstick ...228filter, specifica

Hood ...224IIgnition ...138, 266–267Infant seats(see Safety seats) ...128

Pedals (see Power adjustablefoot pedals) ...54Power adjustable foot pedals ...54Power distribution box(see Fuses) ...

treadwear ...257Towing ...173recreational towing ...178trailer towing .

21. Treble: Press / todecrease/increase the treble output.MP3 functionsYour audio system is equipped with MP3 capability which allows you tolisten to

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Error messagesYou may experience an error message for the following situations:• NO DISC when the CD control is pressed and there is not a CDpresent.•

Maintenance and Specifications 223Engine compartment 226Engine oil 228Battery 234Fuel information 242Low tire warning system 260Part numbers 261Refill

Don’t:• Expose tapes to direct sunlight, extreme humidity, heat or cold.• Leave tapes in the cassette player for a long time when not beingplayed.CD/C

Climate ControlsMANUAL HEATING AND AIRCONDITIONING SYSTEM1. Temperature selection:Controls the temperature of theairflow in the vehicle.2. Air flow se

To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:1. Select2. Select A/C3. Modulate the temperature control to maintain comfort.4. Set the fan

3. Passenger side temperaturecontrol: Controls the temperatureon the passenger side of the vehiclewhen in dual zone mode. To enterdual zone, press the

15. Fan Speed: Used to manuallyenable or disable the fan speed.16. EXT: Displays the outside airtemperature. It will remaindisplayed until the EXT con

Auxiliary system (if equipped)Your vehicle may be equipped with auxiliary climate controls. Theseallow the front or rear seat passengers to control ai

Directs air to the floor of the third row seating.directs air to the overhead registers of the second and third rowseating. The selected mode will ill

LightsHEADLAMP CONTROLTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parking lamps,instrument panel lamps, licenseplate lamps and tail lamps.Turns the headlamps on.

Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or duringinclement weather. The Daytime Running Light (DRL) Systemdoes not activate your tail lamps

AIMING THE HEADLAMPSThe headlamps on your vehicle are properly aimed before leaving theassembly plant. If your vehicle is involved in an accident or i

IntroductionCALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle components contain or emit chemical

5. Locate the vertical adjuster foreach headlamp. Adjust the aim byturning the adjuster control eitherclockwise (to adjust down) orcounterclockwise (t

NOTE: If your vehicle is equipped with the Remote Keyless Entryfeature, the courtesy lamp will remain on for 25 seconds after the door isshut or until

Function Number of bulbs Trade numberPark/turn lamps(front)23157 AK (amber)Headlamp high beam 2 9005Headlamp low beam 2 9006Rear stop/turn/taillamps23

Replacing headlamp bulbsDo not touch the glass of a halogen bulb.1. Turn off the headlamps and openthe hood.2. Pry up the two retainer pins untilthey

Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal/sidemarker bulbs1. Turn off the headlamp switch tooff.2. Remove headlamp screw from thebulb assembly.3. Disen

Replacing foglamp bulbs1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the OFF position and thenremove the plastic splash shield, byremoving the two screws on t

Driver ControlsMULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you

Changing the wiper blades1. Pull the wiper arm away from thevehicle. Turn the blade at an anglefrom the wiper arm. Push the lockpin manually to releas

CENTER CONSOLEYour vehicle may be equipped with avariety of console features. Theseinclude:• Utility compartment withcassette/compact disc storage• Au

Rear console featuresThe rear console may incorporatethe following features:• air vents• cupholders (will pull up withbreak away feature)• rear power

SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTIONWarning symbols in this guideHow can you reduce the risk of personal injury and prevent possibledamage to others, you

Installing a garage door opener (if equipped)The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety ofaftermarket garage door openers:• Pla

Illuminated visor mirror (if equipped)Lift the mirror cover to turn on thevisor mirror lamps.AUXILIARY POWER POINTPower outlets are designed foraccess

Rear auxiliary power point (if equipped)A second auxiliary power point islocated on the rear side of theconsole. It is accessible from therear seats.P

Window lockThe window lock feature allows onlythe driver to operate the powerwindows.To lock out all the window controlsexcept for the driver’s press

Fold-away mirrorsPull the side mirrors in carefullywhen driving through a narrowspace, like an automatic car wash.POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQU

Setting speed controlThe controls for using your speedcontrol are located on the steeringwheel for your convenience.1. Press the ON control and releas

Resuming a set speedPress the RES (resume) control andrelease it. This will automaticallyreturn the vehicle to the previouslyset speed. The RES contro

• Depress the brake pedal until thedesired vehicle speed is reached,press the SET + control.Turning off speed controlThere are two ways to turn off th

STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS (IF EQUIPPED)These controls allow you to operate some radio and climate controlfeatures.Audio control featuresPressto select:•

Climate control featuresPress TMP + or - to adjusttemperature.Press+ or - to adjust fan speed.MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)You can move the glass panel of t

SPECIAL NOTICESSpecial instructionsFor your added safety, your vehicle is fitted with sophisticated electroniccontrols.Please read the section Supplem

To vent:To tilt the moon roof into the vent position (when the glass panel isclosed), press and hold the front portion of the control. To close themoo

Note: Some vehicles may require the ignition switch to be turned to thesecond (or “ACC”) position for programming and/or operation of theHomeLinkt. It

6. At the garage door opener receiver (motor-head unit) in the garage,locate the “learn” or “smart” button (usually near where the hangingantenna wire

Operating the HomeLinkT Universal TransceiverTo operate, simply press and releasethe appropriate HomeLinkt button.Activation will now occur for thetra

ELECTRONIC COMPASS/TEMPERATURE DISPLAY (IF EQUIPPED)OUTSIDE AIR TEMPERATUREThe outside temperature display iscontained in the instrument clusterand di

3. Locate compass sensor mountedat base of mirror.4. Press the button on the top ofthe compass module until ZONEappears in the instrument clusterdispl

MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)With the ignition in the ON position,the message center, located on yourinstrument cluster, displaysimportant vehicle info

Compass displayThe compass reading may be affected when you drive near largebuildings, bridges, power lines and powerful broadcast antenna. Magneticor

6. Release the RESET AND SETUPcontrol, then slowly press RESETdown again.7. Press the SETUP controlrepeatedly until the correct zonesetting for your g

Average fuel economy for FFV-equipped vehiclesUpon refueling, your vehicle must determine the percentage of Ethanolin the fuel. For the first several

Emission warrantyThe New Vehicle Limited Warranty includes Bumper-to-Bumper Coverage,Safety Restraint Coverage, Corrosion Coverage, and 7.3L Power Str

Setup menuPress this control for the followingdisplays:• Autolock• Easy Entry/Exit• Autolamp Delay• Language• Units (English/Metric)• System Check• Oi

Language1. Select this function from theSETUP menu for the currentlanguage to be displayed.2. Pressing the RESET controlcycles the message center thro

5. OIL PRESSURE6. TIRE PRESSURE SYSTEM (if equipped)7. BRAKE FLUID LEVEL8. CHARGING SYSTEMSystem warningsSystem warnings alert you to possible problem

Warning display StatusCheck tire pressure (if equipped) Warning returns after the ignitionkey is turned from OFF to ON.Check spare tire pressure (if e

LOW BRAKE FLUID LEVEL. Indicates the brake fluid level is low andthe brake system should be inspected immediately. Refer to Checking andadding brake f

DOOR AJAR. Displayed when a door or liftgate is not completelyclosed.CHANGE OIL SOON/OIL CHANGE REQUIRED. Displayed when theengine oil life remaining

2. Press and release the RESETcontrol to display “OIL LIFE XX%HOLD RESET NEW”.3. Press and hold the RESETcontrol for 2 seconds to display “IFNEW OIL H

POSITIVE RETENTION FLOOR MATPosition the driver floor mat so thatthe eyelet is over the pointed end ofthe retention post and rotateforward to lock in.

Make sure the liftgate door and/or window are closed to preventexhaust fumes from being drawn into the vehicle. This will alsoreduce the risk of passe

5 passenger stowage:When the lid is open, it will standup on its own. The lid can bedetached from the vehicle and usedas a knee pad (carpet side up) f

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Air Bag-FrontAir Bag-

To adjust cross-bar position (ifequipped):1. Loosen the thumbwheel at bothends of the cross-bar (bothcross-bars are adjustable).2. Slide the cross-bar

Locks and SecurityKEYSOne key operates all the locks and starts the vehicle. Always carry aspare key with you in case of an emergency.Your keys are pr

Childproof door locks• When these locks are set, therear doors cannot be opened fromthe inside.• The rear doors can be openedfrom the outside when the

If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle,ensure ALL remote entry transmitters are brought to the dealership, toaid in

Memory seat feature (if equipped)The remote entry system can also control the memory seat feature.Pressto automatically move the seat to the desired m

To replace the battery:1. Twist a thin coin between the twohalves of the remote entrytransmitter near the key ring. DONOT TAKE THE FRONT PART OFTHE RE

4. Cycle, eight times, rapidly (within 10 seconds) between the 1 (LOCK)position and 3 (ON). Note: The eighth turn must end in the 3 (ON)position.5. Th

KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)You can use the keyless entrykeypad to:• lock or unlock the doors withoutusing a key.• open the liftgate window.• ac

2. Press and hold the 1 • 2 for two seconds. This must be done withinfive seconds of completing step 1.3. Press the 7 • 8 and the 9 • 0 at the same ti

This feature will also automatically relock all the doors when:• the ignition is running and any door is opened then closed, and• you put the vehicle

Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleaseSymbolPanic Alarm Eng

Theft indicatorThe theft indicator is located on top of the instrument panel.• When the ignition is in the OFF position, the indicator will flash once

Programming spare keysYou can program your own coded keys to your vehicle. Please read andunderstand the entire procedure before you begin.Tips:• A ma

9. Remove the newly programmed coded key from the ignition.If the key has been successfully programmed it will start the vehicle’sengine and the theft

The parking lamps will flash once when all doors/hood/liftgate andliftgate window are closed indicating the vehicle is locked and enteringthe 20 secon

1. Turn the ignition key to ON, thenpress the UNLOCK button 3 times.2. Turn the ignition key to OFF,then press the UNLOCK button 3times.3. Turn the ig

Seating and Safety RestraintsSEATINGNotes:Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe perso

Push control to lower head restraint.Adjusting the front manual seatNever adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving.Always drive

Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped)The control is located on theoutboard side of the seat cushion.Press front to raise or lower thefront port

Memory seat/easy entry/exit feature (if equipped)This system allows automaticpositioning of the driver seat to twoprogrammable positions.The memory se

Using the manual lumbar supportFor more lumbar support, turn thelumbar support control toward thefront of vehicle.For less lumbar support, turn thelum