Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 10Warning lights and chimes 10Gauges 15Entertainment Systems 18AM/FM stereo 18AM/FM stereo with CD 20AM/FM stereo cas
WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESStandard instrument clusterOptional instrument clusterWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may
Arming the systemWhen armed, the perimeter alarm will notify you of an unauthorizedentry. When unauthorized entry occurs, the system will flash the pa
SEATINGAdjustable head restraintsHead restraints help to limit head motion in the event of a rear collision.To properly adjust your head restraints, l
Lift handle to move seat forward orbackward.Pull lever up to adjust seatback.Before returning theseatback to its originalposition, make sure that carg
To adjust the front seatback usingthe manual recliner:• Lift and hold the handle locatedon the side of the seat.• Lean against the seatback toadjust i
To reduce the risk of possible serious injury: Do not hang objectsoff seat back or stow objects in map pocket (if equipped) when achild is in the fron
Press to move the rear portion ofthe seat cushion up or down.Using the power lumbar support (if equipped)The power lumbar control is locatedon the out
The heated seat module resets at every ignition run cycle. While theignition is in the ON position, activating the high or low heated seatswitch enabl
• Front crash severity sensor• Front passenger sensing system• “Passenger airbag off” or “pass airbag off” indicator lamp• Restraints Control Module (
Driver’s seat position sensorThe driver’s seat position sensor allows your Personal Safety System™ totailor the deployment level of the driver dual-st
Front safety belt usage sensorsThe front safety belt usage sensors detect whether or not the driver andfront outboard passenger safety belts are faste
Service Engine Soon: The ServiceEngine Soon indicator lightilluminates when the ignition is firstturned to the ON position to checkthe bulb and to ind
If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the PersonalSafety System™ serviced at an authorized dealer immediately. Unlessserviced, the
Always transport children 12 years old and under in the backseat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.Safety belts and seats can becom
Lap beltsAdjusting the front center seat lap belt (if equipped)The lap belt should fit snugly and as low as possible around thehips, not across the wa
Webbing extraction sensitive modeThe webbing sensitive locking mode locks the webbing and preventsmore belt from being pulled out if the belt is pulle
• 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
Front safety belt height adjustmentYour vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments for the driver and frontoutboard passenger. Adjust theheight of the
Safety belt warning light and indicator chimeThe safety belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and achime sounds to remind the occup
If... Then...The driver’s and frontpassenger’s safety belts arebuckled before the ignitionswitch is turned to the ONposition or less than 1-2minutes h
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
Reasons given... Consider...“I have an airbag” Airbags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to inflate
Brake system warning light: Toconfirm the brake system warninglight is functional, it willmomentarily illuminate when theignition is turned to the ON
• The ignition switch is in the OFF position• The driver and front passenger safety belts are unbuckledWhile the design allows you to deactivate your
AIRBAG SUPPLEMENTAL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS)Important SRS precautionsThe SRS is designed to work withthe safety belt to help protect thedriver and right
Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying airbag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries.Ford Motor Company recommends
Children and airbagsChildren must always be properlyrestrained. Accident statisticssuggest that children are safer whenproperly restrained in the rear
The airbags inflate and deflaterapidly upon activation. After airbagdeployment, it is normal to notice asmoke-like, powdery residue orsmell the burnt
sensors), the system wiring, the airbag system readiness light, the airbagback up power and the airbag ignitors.Several air bag system components get
For side airbag equipped vehicles, the front passenger sensing systemwill turn off the passenger seat side airbag if:• the seat is empty and safety be
• Restart the vehicle and have the person remain in this position forabout two minutes. This will allow the system to detect that personand enable the
The front passenger sensing system may detect small or medium objectsplaced on the seat cushion. For most objects that are in the frontpassenger seat,
To reduce the risk of possible serious injury:Do not stow objects in seat back map pocket (if equipped) orhang objects off seat back if a child is in
Charging system: Illuminates whenthe battery is not charging properly.Engine oil pressure: Illuminateswhen the oil pressure falls below thenormal rang
An out of position front center occupant could affect thedecision of the front passenger sensing system.If it is necessary to modify an advanced front
Do not use accessory seat covers. The use of accessory seatcovers may prevent the deployment of the side airbags andincrease the risk of injury in an
The side airbags are fitted on the outboard side of the seatbacks of thefront seats. In certain lateral collisions, the airbag on the side affected by
• A series of five beeps will be heard. The tone pattern will repeatperiodically until the problem and/or light are repaired.If any of these things ha
If the shoulder belt portion of a combination lap and shoulder belt canbe positioned so it does not cross or rest in front of the child’s face orneck,
• Is the shoulder belt centered on the shoulder and chest?• Can the child stay seated like this for the whole trip?Types of booster seatsThere are two
Children and booster seats vary widely in size and shape. Choose abooster that keeps the lap belt low and snug across the hips, never upacross the sto
Never use pillows, books, or towels to boost a child. They canslide around and increase the likelihood of injury or death in acollision.SAFETY SEATS F
Ford recommends the use of a child safety seat having a top tetherstrap. Install the child safety seat in a seating position with LATCH andtether anch
2. Pull down on the shoulder beltand then grasp the shoulder beltand lap belt together.3. While holding the shoulder andlap belt portions together, ro
Loading chapter. When the ignition is first turned to ON, the light willilluminate for 3 seconds to ensure the bulb is working. If the light doesnot t
5. To put the retractor in theautomatic locking mode, grasp theshoulder portion of the belt and pulldownward until all of the belt ispulled out and a
Attaching child safety seats with tether strapsMost new forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap whichgoes over the back of the seat a
4. Open the tether anchor cover.5. Clip the tether strap to theanchor as shown.If the tether strap is clippedincorrectly, the child safetyseat may not
Your vehicle has LATCH anchors for child seat installation at the seatingpositions marked with the child seat symbol.The anchors on both sides of thec
Each time you use the safety seat, check that the seat is properlyattached to the lower anchors and tether anchor. Try to tilt the childseat from side
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
Increasing the inflation pressure beyond this pressure will not increasethe tire’s load carrying capability.• kPa: Kilopascal, a metric unit of air pr
Under-inflation is the most common cause of tire failures andmay result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or ⬙blowout⬙,with unexpected loss of
Note: If you have to drive a distance to get air for your tire(s), checkand record the tire pressure first and add the appropriate air pressurewhen yo
High beams: Illuminates when thehigh beam headlamps are turned on.Headlamps on warning chime: Sounds when the headlamps or parkinglamps are on, the ig
Improper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can cause tires to wearabnormally. Inspect all your tires, including the spare, frequently, andreplace them
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)Both U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the s
When mounting replacement tires and wheels, you should notexceed the maximum pressure indicated on the sidewall of thetire to set the beads without ad
If your vehicle is stuck in snow, mud, sand, etc., do not rapidlyspin the tires; spinning the tires can tear the tire and cause anexplosion. A tire ca
Tire rotationRotating your tires at the recommended interval (as indicated in thescheduled maintenance information that comes with your vehicle) willh
INFORMATION CONTAINED ON THE TIRE SIDEWALLBoth U.S. and Canada Federal regulations require tire manufacturers toplace standardized information on the
7. H: Indicates the tire’s speed rating. The speed rating denotes thespeed at which a tire is designed to be driven for extended periods oftime under
10. Tire Ply Composition and Material Used: Indicates the number ofplies or the number of layers of rubber-coated fabric in the tire tread andsidewall
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for “LT” typetires“LT” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires;
Information on “T” type tires“T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below:T145/8
Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine isrunning or hot.Odometer: Registers the total miles (kilometers) of the vehicle.• Without Mes
TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)Each tire, including the spare (ifprovided), should be checkedmonthly when cold and inflated tothe inflation pre
The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCCrules and with RSS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing tw
Understanding your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)The Tire Pressure Monitoring System measures pressure in your fourroad tires and sends the ti
Low Tire PressureWarning LightPossible cause Customer Action RequiredSolid Warning Light Tire(s)under-inflated1. Check your tire pressure toensure tir
Low Tire PressureWarning LightPossible cause Customer Action RequiredFlashing WarningLightSpare tire in use Your temporary spare tire is inuse. (This
ON, visually check each tire to verify that no tire is flat. (If one or moretires are flat, repair as necessary.) Check air pressure in the road tires
Vehicle Curb Weight – is the weight of your new vehicle when youpicked it up from your authorized dealer plus any aftermarketequipment.Payload – is th
Example only:Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue load
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) – is the maximum allowableweight that can be carried by a single axle (front or rear). Thesenumbers are shown on the S
GCW (Gross Combined Weight) – is the weight of the loaded vehicle(GVW) plus the weight of the fully loaded trailer.GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
Tachometer: Indicates the enginespeed in revolutions per minute.Driving with your tachometerpointer continuously at the top ofthe scale may damage the
Steps for determining the correct load limit:1. Locate the statement “The combined weight of occupants and cargoshould never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs.
calculation would be: 635 kg - (2 x 99 kg) - (12 x 45 kg) = 635 - 198 -540 = -103 kg. You will need to reduce the load weight by at least 240lb. (104
Safety chainsAlways connect the trailer’s safety chains to the frame or hook retainersof the vehicle hitch. To connect the trailer’s safety chains, cr
• Anticipate stops and brake gradually.• Do not exceed the GCWR rating or transmission damage may occur.Servicing after towingIf you tow a trailer for
• do not allow waves to break higher than 6 inches (15 cm) above thebottom edge of the rear bumper.Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter veh
STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. OFF/LOCK, shuts off the engineand all accessories/locks thegearshift lever and allows keyremoval.2. ACC, allows th
If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have your dealerinspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you smellexhaust fumes.Important saf
5. Turn the key to 3 (ON) withoutturning the key to 4 (START).Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. See Warning lights andchimes in the Instrum
Do not use starting fluid such as ether in the air intake system. Suchfluid could cause immediate explosive damage to the engine and possiblepersonal
is equipped with this system, your equipment includes a heater elementwhich is installed in your engine block and a wire harness which allowsthe user
AUDIO SYSTEMSAM/FM stereo (if equipped)1. Seek: Press/ to find thenext strong station down/up thefrequency band.2. Tune: Press/ to manuallychange radi
• Be sure that the engine block heater, heater cord and extension cordare solidly connected. A poor connection can cause the cord tobecome very hot an
If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear.Do not apply your brakes continuously, as they may overheatand become less effecti
• The anti-lock system does not reduce stopping distance. Always leaveenough room between your vehicle and the vehicle in front of you tostop.• We rec
The parking brake is not recommended to stop a moving vehicle.However, if the normal brakes fail, the parking brake can be used to stopyour vehicle in
Aggressive driving in any road conditions can cause you to losecontrol of your vehicle increasing the risk of severe personalinjury or property damage
STEERINGFord Motor Company recommends that an authorized dealerinspect all steering column assemblies in use in vehicles involvedin a collision. Failu
If the amount of effort required to steer your vehicle changes whiledriving at a constant vehicle speed, have the power steering systemchecked by your
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATIONBrake-shift interlock – column-shift transmissionThis vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that pr
If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lampremains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly.See your authorized deal
Understanding the gearshift positions of the 4–speed automatictransmissionP (Park)This position locks the transmission and prevents the rear wheels fr
5. Power/volume: Press to turnON/OFF; turn to increase ordecrease volume levels.6. Tone: Press TONE until thedesired level — Bass, Treble, Fadeappears
If your vehicle is equipped with acolumn-shift transmission, overdrivecan be deactivated by pressing thetransmission control switch on thegearshift le
• Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transmission todownshift to second gear at the appropriate vehicle speed.1 (First)• Provides ma
ROADSIDE ASSISTANCEGetting roadside assistanceTo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor Companyoffers a complimentary roadside
Using roadside assistanceComplete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in yourwallet for quick reference. In the United States, th
• The hazard lights control islocated on top of the steeringcolumn.• Depress hazard lights control toactivate all hazard flasherssimultaneously.• Depr
3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset the fuel pump shut-off switch bypushing in on the reset button.4. Turn the ignition to the ON position. Pause fo
COLORFuseratingMinifusesStandardfusesMaxifusesCartridgemaxifusesFuse linkcartridge50A — — Red Red Red60A — — Blue Yellow Yellow70A — — Tan — Brown80A
The fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description1 10A Ignition (START) - Starter relaycoil,
Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description13 10A Ignition (ON) - Anti-lock BrakeSystem (ABS) module, Rear AirSuspensi
Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description24 10A Ignition (ON/START) - PassiveAnti-Theft System (PATS)module, Powertr
Seating and Safety Restraints 101Seating 101Safety restraints 106Airbags 121Child restraints 133Tires, Wheels and Loading 145Tire information 145Tire
AM/FM Stereo Single CD Premium audio system (if equipped)1. CD slot: Insert a CD, label sideup. With the ignition on, the radiowill begin play when a
The high-current fuses are coded as follows.Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription1 30A* Ignition switch2 20A* Moon roof, S
Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription12 20A* Audio (Subwoofer)25A* Tray lamps (Police vehicles only)13 20A* Instrument pan
Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription108 20A** Police accessory battery feed 3(Police vehicles only)109 20A** ABS module (
Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription208 — Not used2091⁄2ISO relay Horn301 Full ISO relay Starter302 Full ISO relay Air co
Note: The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) indicator light willilluminate when the spare is in use. To restore the full functionality ofthe TPMS
When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above, do not:• Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h)• Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load ratin
• Winter weather driving capability• Wet weather driving capability• All-Wheel driving capability (if applicable)• Load leveling adjustment (if applic
Removing the spare tire and jack1. Remove the spare tire and thejack. The jack could be located:• A — behind the mini spare tire or• B — behind the fu
To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire,be sure the parking brake is set, then block (in both directions)the wheel that is diag
JACK LOCATIONThe jack location markings can befound on the lower outer edge ofthe body.• Locate the jack locator mark (B)on the body (C) near the tire
5. Eject: Press to eject the CD. Ifthe disc is not removed within theallotted time, the system willautomatically reload the CD and begin play. Note: T
8. Remove the jack and fully tightenthe lug nuts in the order shown.Refer to Wheel lug nut torquespecifications later in this chapterfor the proper lu
Note: Inspect the wheel pilot holeprior to installation. If there isvisible corrosion in wheel pilot hole,remove loose particles by wipingwith clean r
4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion beforeyou attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level.5. Tu
3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of theassisting battery.4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an ex
Jump starting1. Start the engine of the booster vehicle and run the engine atmoderately increased speed.2. Start the engine of the disabled vehicle.3.
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
GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDAt homeYou must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized dealer for warrantyrepairs. While any authorized dealer handling
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
When activated, AUTOSET will momentarily appear in the display whenany of the preset controls are pressed.Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume changes
THE BETTER BUSINESS BUREAU (BBB) AUTO LINE PROGRAM(U.S. ONLY)Your satisfaction is important to Ford Motor Company and to your dealer.Experience has sh
UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM(CANADA ONLY)For vehicles delivered to authorized Canadian dealers. In those caseswhere you continue to fee
If you did not take advantage of the Ford Extended Service Plan at thetime of purchasing your vehicle, you may still be eligible. Since thisinformatio
ORDERING ADDITIONAL OWNER’S LITERATURETo order the publications in this portfolio, contact Helm, Incorporated at:HELM, INCORPORATEDP.O. Box 07150Detro
To contact NHTSA, you may call the Vehicle Safety Hotline toll-free at1–888–327–4236 (TTY: 1–800–424–9153); go to http://www.safercar.gov;or write to:
WASHING THE EXTERIORWash your vehicle regularly with cool or lukewarm water and a neutralpH shampoo, such as Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3-A), which is
WAXINGApplying Motorcraft Paint Sealant (ZC-45) to your vehicle every sixmonths will assist in reducing minor scratches and paint damage.• Wash the ve
• Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. Thehigh-pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and causedamage.• Do not spray a ho
WINDOWS AND WIPER BLADESThe windshield, rear and side windows and the wiper blades should becleaned regularly. If the wipers do not wipe properly, sub
• Be certain to wash or wipe your hands clean if you have been incontact with certain products such as insect repellent and suntanlotion in order to a
16. SCAN: Press SCAN to hear abrief sampling of radio stations orCD tracks. Press again to stop.Premium/Audiophile Satellite Compatible AM/FM Stereo S
Do not use cleaning solvents, bleach or dye on the vehicle’ssafety belts, as these actions may weaken the belt webbing.Do not use chemical solvents or
Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Cleaner (Canada only) (CXC-101)Motorcraft Custom Bright Metal Cleaner (ZC-15)Motorcraft Custom Clear Coat Polish (ZC-8-A)Moto
SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONSTo help you service your vehicle, we provide scheduled maintenanceinformation which makes tracking routine service easy.If your
Working with the engine on1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).2. Block the wheels.To reduce the risk of vehicle damage and/or personal burn
IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT4.6L SOHC V8 engine1. Brake fluid reservoir2. Engine oil dipstick3. Windshield washer fluid reservoir4
WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUIDAdd fluid to fill the reservoir if thelevel is low. In very cold weather, donot fill the reservoir completely.Only use a washer
Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and thewindshield, refer to Windows and wiper blades in the Cleaningchapter.To prolong
• If the oil level is within thisrange, the oil level is acceptable.DO NOT ADD OIL.• If the oil level is below thismark, engine oil must be addedto ra
To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with theengine oil level dipstick and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.Engine oil and filte
BATTERYYour vehicle is equipped with aMotorcraft maintenance-free batterywhich normally does not requireadditional water during its life ofservice.If
3. BASS: Press BASS; thenpressSEL-TEXT todecrease/increase the level of bassoutput.TREB (Treble): Press TREB; thenpressSEL-TEXT todecrease/increase th
Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuricacid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyeswhen working near
• Always dispose of automotivebatteries in a responsible manner.Follow your local authorizedstandards for disposal. Call yourlocal authorized recyclin
When the engine is cold, check thelevel of the engine coolant in thereservoir.• The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the“CO
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
coolant degas system with a pressurized cap, or if it is necessary toremove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle withan overfl
Recycled engine coolantFord Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled enginecoolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium
• Refer to the chart on the coolant container to ensure thecoolant concentration in your vehicle will provide adequateprotection at the temperatures i
2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer.3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool.4. Check the coo
Fuel ethanol and gasoline may contain benzene, which is acancer-causing agent.Observe the following guidelines when handling automotive fuel:• Extingu
When checking the VIN look for the engine type identifier (8thcharacter). If your vehicle is an FFV, then the character will belabeled as a “2.”Pure e
stations are independently operated and individually elect to use RDStechnology to transmit station ID and program type as desired.FIND Program type:
RefuelingFuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severeinjuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others:• Read and follow all the instr
At the next opportunity, safely pull off of the road, remove the fuel fillercap, align the cap properly and reinstall it. The check fuel caplampor “ch
If your vehicle is not a flexible fuel vehicle (FFV), then only useUNLEADED fuel or UNLEADED fuel blended with a maximum of 10%ethanol. Your vehicle w
Fuel qualityMany of the world’s automakers approved the World-Wide Fuel Charterthat recommends gasoline specifications to provide improvedperformance
• Normally, adding 1 gallon (3.8L) of fuel is enough to restart theengine. If the vehicle is out of fuel and on a steep grade, more than 1gallon (3.8L
• Use a known quality gasoline, preferably a national brand.• Use the same side of the same pump and have the vehicle facing thesame direction each ti
• Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy.• Slow down gradually.• Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at 55 mph [88 km/h] uses 15%les
• Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the topcruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal.• Close windows for high sp
An improperly operating or damaged exhaust system may allow exhaustto enter the vehicle. Have a damaged or improperly operating exhaustsystem inspecte
If the indicator remains on, have your vehicle serviced at the firstavailable opportunity. Although some malfunctions detected by theOBD-II may not ha
Dolby: Works in tape mode to reduces tape noise and hiss. Press MENUuntil DOLBY XX appears in the display. PressSEL-TEXT totoggle ON/OFF.The Dolby威 no
POWER STEERING FLUIDCheck the power steering fluid.Refer to scheduled maintenanceinformation for the service intervalschedules.1. Start the engine and
BRAKE FLUIDThe fluid level will drop slowly asthe brakes wear, and will rise whenthe brake components are replaced.Fluid levels below the “MAX” lineth
Low fluid levelDo not drive the vehicle if the fluidlevel is at the bottom of the dipstickand the ambient temperature isabove 50°F (10°C).Correct flui
Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may causeinternal transmission component damage.If necessary, add fluid in 1/2 pint (250 ml) increm
5. Install a new air filter element. Becareful not to crimp the filterelement edges between the air filterhousing and cover. This could causefilter da
Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material anddesign specifications for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft orequivalent replacement part.
MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIESItem Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /Ford specificationBrake fluidBetween MIN andMAX on rese
Item Capacity Ford part nameFord part number /Ford specificationPower steering fluidFill to line onreservoirMotorcraft MERCON威 VATFXT-5-QM /MERCON威 VA
4Automatic transmissions that require MERCON威 V should only use MERCON威 V fluid or fluid thatis specified dual usage MERCON威/MERCON威 V. Refer to sched
ENGINE DATAEngine 4.6L V8 engine 4.6L FFV V8 engineCubic inches 281 281Required fuel 87 octane 87 octane or Ethanol(E 85)Firing order 1-3-7-2-6-5-4-8
13. SCAN: Press SCAN to hear abrief sampling of radio stations,selections or CD tracks. Press againto stop.14. SHUF (Shuffle): Press to playthe tracks
IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLESafety Compliance Certification LabelThe National Highway Traffic SafetyAdministration Regulations requirethat a Safety Compli
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) contains the followinginformation:1. World manufacturer identifier2. Brake system / Gross VehicleWeight Rating
GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for yourvehicle through your local Ford or Ford of
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information inmind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:• When adding accessories,
AABS (see Brakes) ...181Air cleaner filter ...263–264Air conditioning ...35Air suspension ...
plastic parts ...227washing ...225waxing ...226wheels ...
Exhaust fumes ...178FFail safe cooling ...246Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ...247Floor mats ...
programming entry code ...93Keys ...85, 98positions of the ignition ...175LLampsautolamp system ...
Remote entry system ...89, 93illuminated entry ...92locking/unlocking doors ...89opening the trunk ...
trailer towing ...171wrecker ...216Traction control ...183Traction-lok re
Audiophile AM/FM Satellite Compatible Stereo In-dash Six CDsound system (if equipped)1. CD slot: To insert a CD, pressLOAD. When the system is ready,i
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4. MUTE: Press to mute the playingmedia. Press again to return to theplaying media or turn the volumecontrol to adjust the volume.5. Eject: Press to e
Maintenance and Specifications 232Engine compartment 234Engine oil 236Battery 239Engine coolant 241Fuel information 247Air filter(s) 263Part numbers 2
9. MENU: Press MENU repeatedlyto access RDS on/off.UseSEL-TEXT to toggleRDS on/off. Press MENU again to access Program type mode or ShowType mode. (ME
Speed sensitive volume: Radio volume changes automatically andslightly with vehicle speed to compensate for road and wind noise.Recommended level is 1
16. SHUF (Shuffle) /SCAN: Press SCAN to hear a brief sampling ofradio stations or CD tracks on the current CD. Press again to stop.SHUF (Shuffle): Pre
CD/CD player care:Do:• Handle discs by their edges only. Never touch the playing surface.• Inspect discs before playing. Clean only with an approved C
MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED)1. Fan speed adjustment: Controlsthe volume of air circulated in thevehicle.2. Temperature sele
To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:1. Select NORM A/C.2. Adjust the temperature control to maintain comfort.3. Set the fan spee
3. Fan speed: Turn to manuallyincrease or decrease fan speed.4. Defrost:Distributes outside air through the windshield defrostervents and the side win
• Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base ofthe windshield.To aid in side window defogging/demisting in cold weather:1. Se
HEADLAMP CONTROLTurns the lamps off.Turns on the parkinglamps, instrument panel lamps,license plate lamps and tail lamps.Turns the headlamps on.Autola
5. At the desired autolamp time delay, place the headlamp switch in theOFF position.• At this point, the exterior lamps turn off and the time delay is
CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known toth
PANEL DIMMER CONTROLUse to adjust the brightness of theinstrument panel during headlampand parklamp operation.• Rotate the thumbwheel from leftto righ
• (1) 8 feet (2.4 meters)• (2) Center height of lamp toground• (3) 25 feet (7.6 meters)• (4) Horizontal reference line• (5) Center of headlamps• (6) C
8. Locate the horizontal adjuster foreach headlamp. Turn it clockwise orcounterclockwise, to place the leftedge of the high intensity area evenwith th
With overhead consoleWith overhead console and moonroofTo turn on the map lamps, press themap lamp control.Rear courtesy/reading lampsRotate the lens
BULB REPLACEMENTHeadlamp CondensationThe headlamps are vented to equalize pressure. When moist air entersthe headlamp(s) through the vents, there is a
Overhead console lampsTo remove and replace the lamps in the overhead console:1. Make sure the headlamp switch isin the OFF position and remove theove
5. Remove the bulb retaining ring byrotating it counterclockwise (whenviewed from the rear) to free itfrom the bulb socket, and slide thering off the
2. Remove the radiator cover by turning the three knobs to the unlockposition.3. Remove two retainers and pullheadlamp assembly forward toexpose bulb.
5. Rotate the bulb socketcounterclockwise and remove fromlamp assembly.6. Carefully pull bulb straight out ofthe socket and push in the new bulbuntil
7. Carefully push the carpet back in to place and install the pin-typeretainer.Replacing license plate lamp bulbs1. Make sure headlamp switch is inOFF
SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENT PROTECTIONWarning symbols in this guideHow can you reduce the risk of personal injury to yourself or others? Inthis guide, answ
Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs1. Remove two screws from thelamp assembly.2. Carefully lift the lamp assemblyup for access to the bulbs.3. Carefu
MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease the
TILT STEERING WHEELTo adjust the steering wheel:1. Pull and hold the steering wheelrelease control toward you.2. Move the steering wheel up ordown unt
CENTER CONSOLE (IF EQUIPPED)Your vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. Theseinclude:• Utility compartment• Power point (inside s
3. Press and hold the MODE controluntil VAR appears in the display,then release. The display shouldshow the current zone number.4. Press the MODE cont
3. From a blank display press andrelease the MODE button once. Thedirectional heading will bedisplayed.Note: If the compass isde-calibrated, CAL will
4. Determine which magnetic zoneyou are in by referring to the zonemap.5. Repeatedly press and release theRESET button to scroll through thezones 1–15
4. Press the RESET button tode-calibrate the compass. Thedisplay will read CIRCLE SLOWLYTO CALIBRATE for a few secondsand then display a direction wit
ProgrammingDo not program the HomeLink威 with the vehicle parked in thegarage.Note: Some vehicles may require the ignition switch to be turned to these
3. Simultaneously press and holdboth the HomeLink威 and hand-heldtransmitter button. The messageCHANNEL “X” (1,2 or 3) TRAININGwill appear on the displ
Notice to owners of Severe Duty vehiclesBefore you drive your vehicle, be sure to read the Severe Duty Owner’sGuide supplement. This book contains imp
If the indicator light(s) underneath the house icon blink rapidly for twoseconds and then turn to a continuous light, proceed with steps 6through 8 to
Operating the HomeLink姞 Wireless Control SystemTo operate, simply press and release the appropriate HomeLink威 button.Activation will now occur for the
Reprogramming a single HomeLink姞 buttonTo program a device to HomeLink威 using a HomeLink威 button previouslytrained, follow these steps:1. Press and ho
To prevent the battery from being discharged, do not use the powerpoint longer than necessary when the engine is not running.Always keep the power poi
Window lockThe window lock feature allows onlythe driver to operate the powerwindows.To lock out all the window controlsexcept for the driver’s press
EXTERIOR MIRRORSPower side view mirrorsTo adjust your mirrors:1. Select to adjust the leftmirror orto adjust the rightmirror.2. Move the control in th
POWER ADJUSTABLE FOOT PEDALS (IF EQUIPPED)The accelerator and brake pedalshould only be adjusted when thevehicle is stopped and the gearshiftlever is
3. Press the SET + control andrelease it.4. Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal.5. The indicatorlight (ifequipped) on the instrument clusterwill t
Increasing speed while using speed controlThere are two ways to set a higherspeed:• Press and hold the SET + controluntil you get to the desiredspeed,
Turning off speed controlThere are two ways to turn off the speed control:• Depress the brake pedal. This willnot erase your vehicle’spreviously set s
To access this information, special equipment must be directly connectedto the recording modules. Ford Motor Company and Ford of Canada donot access e
In any mode:• Press VOL + or - to adjust thevolume.Climate control features• Press TEMP + or - to adjusttemperature.MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)Do not let
To vent the moon roof:• Press and hold the controlforward to raise the moon roof tothe vent position (when the glasspanel is closed).To open the moon
ProgrammingDo not program HomeLink威 with the vehicle parked in the garage.Note: Some vehicles may require the ignition switch to be turned to thesecon
• If the indicator light blinks rapidly for two seconds and then turnsto a constant light continue with “Programming” Steps 5 through7 to complete pro
Operating the HomeLink姞 Wireless Control SystemTo operate, simply press and releasethe appropriate HomeLink威 button.Activation will now occur for thet
MESSAGE CENTER (IF EQUIPPED)With the ignition in the ON position,the message center, located on yourinstrument cluster, displaysimportant vehicle info
ResetPress this control to reset functions shown in the INFO menu andSETUP menu.Info menuThis control displays the following control displays:• Trip o
Average fuel economy (AFE)Select this function from the INFOmenu to display your average fueleconomy in miles/gallon or liters/100km.If you calculate
Trip elapsed drive timeSelect this function from the INFOmenu to display a timer.To operate the Trip Elapsed DriveTime perform the following:1. Press
The sequence of the system check report and how it appears in themessage center is as follows:1. OIL LIFE— PRESS RESET IF NEW OIL2. WASHER FLUID3. AIR
These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.Vehicle Symbol GlossarySafety AlertSee Owner’s GuideFasten Safety Belt Airbag - FrontAirbag
Language1. Select this function from theSETUP menu for the currentlanguage to be displayed.2. Pressing the SELECT controlcycles the message center thr
• They will not reappear until an ignition OFF-ON cycle has beencompleted.This acts as a reminder that these warning conditions still exist withinthe
CHECK AIR SUSPENSION. Displayed when the air suspension systemis not operating properly. If this message is displayed while driving, pulloff the road
To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change[approximately 7,500 miles (12,070 km) or 6 months] perform thefollowing:1. Press and
INTERIOR TRUNK CONTROLThe remote trunk release control islocated on the driver’s door trimpanel and can be operated at anytime.You can render the swit
KEYSThe vehicle is equipped with a master key which will access the vehicle’sdoors, trunk, glove box, ignition and remote trunk release.POWER DOOR LOC
Autolock (if equipped)This feature automatically locks all vehicle doors when:• all doors are closed,• the engine is running,• you shift into any gear
4. Press the power door unlock control three times.5. Turn the ignition back to the 3 (ON) position.6. The door locks will lock/unlock to confirm prog
INTERIOR LUGGAGE COMPARTMENT RELEASEYour vehicle is equipped with a mechanical interior luggage compartmentrelease handle that provides a means of esc
REMOTE ENTRY SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RSS-210 ofIndustry Canada. Operation is subject to the fo
Vehicle Symbol GlossaryPower WindowsFront/RearPower Window LockoutChild Safety DoorLock/UnlockInterior LuggageCompartment ReleasePanic Alarm Engine Oi
Car finderPresstwice within 3 seconds. The horn will chirp and theparklamps/taillamps will flash. It is recommended that this method beused to locate
2. Do not wipe off any grease on thebattery terminals on the backsurface of the circuit board.3. Remove the old battery. Note: Please refer to local r
Note: Ensure the brake pedal is notdepressed during this sequence.Place the key in the ignition andcycle from 1 (OFF/LOCK) to 3 (ON)eight times in rap
Radio type approval numbers for remote entry receiverIf the type approval of your remote entry system is inspected in one ofthe countries listed in th
3. Enter your personal 5-digit code. Each number must be enteredwithin five seconds of each other.4. Press 1 • 2 to store the first personal code.5. T
Unlocking the doors and releasing the trunk with the keyless entrysystemTo unlock the driver door, enter either the factory-set code or personalcode (
Radio type approval numbers for Immobiliser System PATS XCVRIf the type approval of your immobilizer system is inspected in one of thecountries listed
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the partyresponsible for compliance could void the user’s authority tooperate the equipment.Your ve
Automatic armingThe vehicle is armed immediatelyafter switching the ignition to the 1(OFF/LOCK) position.The theft indicator on theinstrument panel wi
Please read and understand the entire procedure before you begin.1. Insert the first previouslyprogrammed coded key into theignition and turn the igni
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