Ford 2005 Explorer v.1 Manuel d'utilisateur

Introduction 4Instrument Cluster 10Warning and control lights 10Gauges 15Entertainment Systems 18AM/FM stereo with CD 18AM/FM stereo with in-dash six

WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMESStandard instrument clusterOptional instrument clusterWarning lights and gauges can alert you to a vehicle condition that may

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

The remote entry system allows youto lock or unlock all vehicle doorsand liftgate and open the liftgatewindow without a key.The remote entry lock/unlo

2. Press and release again within three seconds to confirm that all thedoors are closed and locked. Note: The doors will lock again, the hornwill chir

Deactivating the memory seat featureTo deactivate this feature:1. Press the SET control on the driver’s door panel.2. Within 5 five seconds, press any

Note: Replacement of the battery will not cause the remote transmitterto become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmittershould operate n

9. Turn the ignition to the 1 (OFF/LOCK) position after you havefinished programming all of the remote entry transmitters.10. The doors will lock, the

When pressing the controls on the keypad, press the middle of thecontrols to ensure a good activation.Programming a personal entry codeTo create your

To unlock all doors and liftgate, press the 3 • 4 control within fiveseconds.To open the liftgate window, press the 5 • 6 control within fiveseconds.T

Power door unlock/lock procedureYou must complete steps 1-5 within30 seconds or the procedure willhave to be repeated. If theprocedure needs to be rep

SECURILOCK姟 PASSIVE ANTI-THEFT SYSTEMSecuriLock娂 passive anti-theft system is an engine immobilizationsystem. This system is designed to help prevent

Service engine soon: The Serviceengine soon indicator lightilluminates when the ignition is firstturned to the ON position to checkthe bulb. Solid ill

Automatic armingThe vehicle is armed immediatelyafter switching the ignition to the 2(ACCESSORY) position.The theft indicator will flash everytwo seco

Please read and understand theentire procedure before you begin.1. Insert the first previouslyprogrammed coded key into theignition.2. Turn the igniti

SEATINGNotes:Reclining the seatback can cause an occupant to slide under theseat’s safety belt, resulting in severe personal injuries in theevent of a

Push control to lower head restraint.Adjusting the front manual seat (if equipped)Never adjust the driver’s seat or seatback when the vehicle ismoving

Using the power lumbar support (if equipped)The power lumbar control is located on the outboard side of the seat.Press one side of the control toadjus

Press front to raise or lower thefront portion of the seat cushion.Press rear to raise or lower the rearportion of the seat cushion.Press the control

A position can only be set or recalled when the transmission gearshift isin P (Park) or N (Neutral). A memory seat position may be programmedat any ti

Heated seats (if equipped)To operate the heated seats:• Push control located on the seatto activate.• Push again to deactivate.The heated seat icon in

Move front passenger seat forward so that the second row seat headrestclears the front seat.For assistance, refer to the label located on the lower po

To return the seat to a seatingposition:1. Push the seat down and latch tothe floor with a moderate amount ofeffort and speed.2. Make sure the seat is

Anti-lock brake system: If theABS light stays illuminated orcontinues to flash, a malfunction hasbeen detected, have the systemserviced immediately. N

Always latch the vehicle seat to the floor, whether the seat isoccupied or empty. If not latched, the seat may cause injuryduring a sudden stop.Foldin

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.

How does the personal safety system work?The Personal Safety System can adapt the deployment strategy of yourvehicle’s safety devices according to cra

Front safety belt usage sensorsThe front safety belt usage sensors detect whether or not the driver andfront outboard passenger safety belts are faste

If any of these things happen, even intermittently, have the PersonalSafety System serviced at your dealership or by a qualified technicianimmediately

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the backseat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.Safety belts and seats can becom

• Front and rear seatsAll safety restraints in the vehicle are combination lap and shoulderbelts. All of the passenger combination lap and shoulder be

How to use the automatic locking mode• Buckle the combination lap andshoulder belt.• Grasp the shoulder portion andpull downward until the entirebelt

After any vehicle collision, the combination lap and shoulder beltsystem at all passenger seating positions must be checked by aqualified technician t

Low tire warning (if equippedwith the Tire PressureMonitoring System): Illuminateswhen your tire pressure is low. Ifthe light remains on at start up o

Safety belt height adjustmentYour vehicle has safety belt heightadjustments for the front andsecond row outboard seatingpositions.Adjust the height of

Conditions of operationIf... Then...The driver’s safety belt is notbuckled before the ignition switchis turned to the ON position...The safety belt wa

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 air bag” Air bags offer greater protection whenused with safety belts. Frontal airbagsare not designed to infla

1. Turn the ignition switch to the RUN (or ON) position. (DO NOTSTART THE ENGINE)2. Wait until the safety belt warning light turns off. (Approximately

a collision be replaced. However, if the collision was minor and aqualified technician finds that the belts do not show damage andcontinue to operate

All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should alwaysproperly wear their safety belts, even when an air bagsupplemental restraint system (

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

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

• diagnostic module.• and the electrical wiring which connects the components.The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and thesuppleme

Four wheel drive high (ifequipped): Illuminates whenfour-wheel drive high is engaged.Speed control: Illuminates whenthe speed control is activated. Tu

Safety Canopy姟 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 Canopy姟 system work?The design and development of theSafety Canopy娂 system includedrecommended testing proceduresthat were develop

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

Any difficulty with the system is indicated by one or more of thefollowing:• The readiness light (same light as for front air bag system) will eitherf

Children and safety beltsIf the child is the proper size, restrain the child in a safety seat. Childrenwho are too large for child safety seats (as sp

Booster seats should be used until you can answer YES to ALL of thesequestions:• Can the child sit all the way backagainst the vehicle seat back withk

The shoulder belt should cross the chest, resting snugly on the center ofthe shoulder. The lap belt should rest low and snug across the hips,never up

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

Rear-facing child seats or infant carriers should never be placedin the front seats.Installing child safety seats with combination lap and shoulderbel

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

GAUGESStandard instrument cluster gaugesOptional instrument cluster gaugesSpeedometer: Indicates thecurrent vehicle speed.REVIEW COPY2005 Explorer (ex

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 tether strap anchors in your vehicle are in the following positions(shown from top view):• 5 passenger vehicleFor the center seat, use either ofth

• Behind 2nd row seat• At the rear of the cargo areaREVIEW COPY2005 Explorer (exp), Owners Guide (post-2002-fmt) (own2002),Market: USA_English (fus)Se

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

NOTICE TO UTILITY VEHICLE AND TRUCK OWNERSUtility vehicles and trucks handledifferently than passenger cars inthe various driving conditions thatare e

Power is supplied to all four wheelsthrough a transfer case or powertransfer unit. 4WD vehicles allowyou to select different drive modesas necessary.

• Narrower — to provide greatermaneuverability in tight spaces,particularly in off-road use.As a result of the above dimensionaldifferences, SUV’s and

and one-half (1 1/2) times as well on the government course as a tiregraded 100. The relative performance of tires depends upon the actualconditions o

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

• Tire Identification Number (TIN): A number on the sidewall ofeach tire providing information about the tire brand andmanufacturing plant, tire size

Every day before you drive, checkyour tires. If one looks lower thanthe others, use a tire gauge to checkpressure of all tires and adjust ifrequired.A

Under-inflation is the most common cause of tire failures andmay result in severe tire cracking, tread separation or ⬙blowout⬙,with unexpected loss of

when you get to the pump. It is normal for tires to heat up and the airpressure inside to go up as you drive. Never “bleed” or reduce airpressure when

The installation of replacement tires with steel cord body plies in the tiresidewall may cause malfunction of the Tire Pressure Monitoring System(TPMS

Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information (if equipped)Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increasedrisk of loss of vehicle control, i

Stopping and securing the vehicle1. If you get a flat tire while driving,do not apply the brake heavily;instead, gradually decrease yourspeed. Hold th

Tool LocationSpare tire Under the vehicle, just in front ofthe rear bumper. The spare tirewinch drive nut is located at therear center of the cargo ar

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

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

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

increases significantly and the spare tire carrier ratchets or slips whenthe tire is raised to the maximum tightness. Tighten to the best of yourabili

When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt andforeign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheeland the surface of the

4. R: Indicates a “radial” type tire.5. 15: Indicates the wheel or rim diameter in inches. If you change yourwheel size, you will have to purchase new

8. U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN): This begins with theletters “DOT” and indicates that the tire meets all federal standards. Thenext two n

13. Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure: Indicates the tiremanufacturers’ maximum permissible pressure and/or the pressure atwhich the maximum load

Information on “T” type tires“T” type tires have some additionalinformation beyond those of “P”type tires; these differences aredescribed below:T145/8

TIRE CAREImproper or inadequate vehicle maintenance can also cause tires to wearabnormally. Here are some of the important maintenance items:Tire wear

Safety practicesDriving habits have a great deal to do with your tire mileage and safety.• Observe posted speed limits• Avoid fast starts, stops and t

AM/FM STEREO / SINGLE CD RADIO (IF EQUIPPED)1. Balance: Press/ to shiftsound to the left/right speakers.2. Fade: Press/ to shiftsound to the front/rea

Wheel misalignment in the front or the rear can cause uneven and rapidtreadwear of your tires and should be corrected by a qualified technicianat a Fo

• Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)vehicles/Four Wheel Drive(4WD)/ All Wheel Drive (AWD)vehicles (front tires at top ofdiagram)Sometimes irregular tire wear can

TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS)(IF EQUIPPED)When the Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem warning light is lit, one ormore of your tires is significa

The tire pressure should be checked periodically (at least monthly) usingan accurate tire gauge, refer to Inspecting and inflating your tires inthis c

Low Tire WarningLightCustomer Action RequiredSolid Warning Light 1. Check your tire pressure to ensure they areproperly inflated, refer to Inspecting

When inflating your tiresWhen putting air into your tires (such as at a gas station or in yourgarage), the Tire Pressure Monitoring System may not res

The Tire Pressure Monitoring System complies with part 15 of the FCCrules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to thefollowing two

VEHICLE LOADING – WITH AND WITHOUT A TRAILERThis section will guide you in the proper loading of your vehicle and/ortrailer, to keep your loaded vehic

The appropriate loading capacity of your vehicle can be limitedeither by volume capacity (how much space is available) or bypayload capacity (how much

Cargo Weight – includes all weight added to the Base Curb Weight,including cargo and optional equipment. When towing, trailer tongue loador king pin w

To set the minute, press and hold CLK and press TUNE to decreaseor increase the minutes.5. EJ (eject): Press to eject a CD.6. COMP (Compression): In C

GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) – is the Vehicle Curb Weight + cargo +passengers.GVWR (Gross Vehicle WeightRating) – is the maximumallowable weight of the

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)

Exceeding any vehicle weight rating limitation could result inserious damage to the vehicle and/or personal injury.Steps for determining the correct l

pounds, the calculation would be: 1400 – (2 x 220) – (12 x 100) =1400–440–1200=–40pounds; no, you do not have enough cargocapacity to carry that much

Follow these guidelines to ensure safe towing procedure:• Stay within your vehicle’s load limits.• Thoroughly prepare your vehicle for towing. Refer t

4x2GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)/Trailer WeightEngine Rear axle ratio MaximumGCWR-lb. (kg)Trailer weightrange-lb. (kg)(0-Maximum)4.0L SOHC Class

4x4/AWDNotes: - For high altitude operation, reduce GCW by 2% per 1,000 ft.(300 meters) elevation. For definitions of terms used in this table andinst

Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system directly to yourvehicle’s brake system. Your vehicle may not have enoughbraking power and your chanc

Trailer towing tips• Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip toget the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turni

These guidelines are designed to ensure that your transmission is notdamaged due to insufficient lubrication.Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) 4x2 vehicles:This

Seating and Safety Restraints 112Seating 112Safety restraints 122Air bags 135Child restraints 143Tires, Wheels and Loading 156Tire Information 159Tire

14. CD: Press to enter CD mode orto play a CD already loaded into thesystem.15. AM/FM: Press to choose afrequency band in radio mode.16. Bass: Press/

STARTINGPositions of the ignition1. OFF/LOCK, shuts off the engineand all accessories/locks the steeringwheel, gearshift lever and allows keyremoval.2

• 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

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

If the engine fails to start using the preceding instructions (flexiblefuel vehicles only)1. Press and hold down the accelerator 1/3 to 1/2 way to flo

Refer to Brake system warninglight in the Instrument Clusterchapter for information on the brakesystem warning light.Four-wheel anti-lock brake system

Parking brakeApply the parking brake wheneverthe vehicle is parked. To set theparking brake, press the parkingbrake pedal down until the pedalstops.Th

Pull the release lever to release thebrake. Driving with the parkingbrake on will cause the brakes towear out quickly and reduce fueleconomy.ADVANCETR

Driving conditions which may activate AdvanceTrac娂 include:• Taking a turn too fast.• Maneuvering quickly to avoid an accident, pedestrian or obstacle

If a failure is detected in the AdvanceTrac娂/Roll Stability Controlsystem, the warning indicator light in the instrument cluster will stay on.If the w

Aggressive driving in any road conditions can cause you to losecontrol of your vehicle increasing the risk of severe personalinjury or property damage

AUDIOPHILE SATELLITE COMPATIBLE AM/FM STEREO IN-DASHSIX CD RADIO (IF EQUIPPED)1. Seek: Press and releaseSEEK/ for previous/nextstrong station or track

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

2. Locate the access plug to thebrake-shift interlock override. It islocated on the underside of thesteering column.3. Remove the access plug with afl

If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift lever,it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle’s brakelamps are notoper

• Move the gearshift lever into the desired gearTo put your vehicle in P (Park):• Come to a complete stop• Move the gearshift lever and securely latch

• To return to O/D (overdrive mode), press the transmission controlswitch. The O/D OFF lamp will not be illuminated.• O/D (Overdrive) is automatically

REVERSE SENSING SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)The Reverse Sensing System (RSS) sounds a tone to warn the driver ofobstacles near the rear bumper when the R (Rev

The RSS detects obstacles up to sixfeet (two meters) from the rearbumper with a decreased coveragearea at the outer corners of thebumper, (refer to th

LIMITED-SLIP AXLE (IF EQUIPPED)This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly whenone wheel is on a poor traction surface. Under

Using the Control Trac 4WD system4X4 AUTO - Power to all four wheels; used for normal street andhighway driving.4X4 HIGH (4WD High) - Used for extra t

4. Press the desired 4WD position.• If shifting into 4X4 LOW (4WD Low), wait for the 4X4 LOW light inthe instrument cluster to turn on indicating the

Occupancy: Press DSP again to change the occupancy mode to optimizesound for ALL SEATS, DRIVERS SEAT or REAR SEATS. Press SEL toscroll through setting

If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement• If your vehicle goes off the edge of the pavement, slow down, butavoid severe brake application, ea

turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoidthe emergency. Excessive steering will result in less vehicle control,not more.

4WD Systems4WD uses all four wheels to power the vehicle. This increases traction,enabling you to drive over terrain and road conditions that aconvent

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

ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) SYSTEM (IF EQUIPPED)Your vehicle may be equipped with a full-time All Wheel Drive (AWD)transfer case. With the AWD option, power

Basic operating principles• Drive slower in strong crosswinds which can affect the normal steeringcharacteristics of your vehicle.• Be extremely caref

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

AWD Systems (if equipped)AWD uses all four wheels to powerthe vehicle. This increases traction,enabling you to drive over terrainand road conditions t

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

when you are driving over sand, apply the accelerator slowly and avoidspinning your wheels. If the vehicle does slide, steer in the direction ofthe sl

Apply just enough power to the wheels to climb the hill. Too muchpower will cause the tires to slip, spin or lose traction, resulting in loss ofvehicl

brake steadily. Do not “pump” the brakes. Refer to the Brakes section ofthis chapter for additional information on the operation of the anti-lockbrake

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCETo fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford MotorCompany offers a complimentary roadside assistance program

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 seat,

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPassenger Compartment FusePanel Description23 15A Not used24 15A Cigar lighter, OBD II, Neutral tow25 5A Mode-Temperat

12. AM/FM: Press to select AM/FMfrequency band.Autoset: Allows you to set thestrongest local radio stations without losing your original manually setp

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** PJB #12 30A** BSM3 — Not used4 30

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription15 15A* Memory (PCM/DEATC/Cluster),Courtesy lamps16 15A* Park lamps, Autolamp parklam

Fuse/RelayLocationFuse AmpRatingPower Distribution BoxDescription42 10A* Right low beam43 10A* Left low beam44 15A* Front foglamps45 2A* Brake pressur

The relays are coded as follows:Fuse/Relay Location DescriptionRelay 14 Not usedRelay 15 Trailer tow back-up lampsRelay 16 Not usedRelay 17 Not usedRe

Auxiliary relay box (Vehicles equipped with 4x4)The relay box is located on the frontright fender well.The relays are coded as follows:Fuse/Relay Loca

Preparing your vehicleWhen the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, thetransmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, th

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. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposedmetal part of the stalled vehicle’s engine, away from the battery and thecarbureto

16. Scan: Press SCAN to hear abrief sampling of radio stations orCD tracks. Press again to stop.17. Disc/Tune: Pressor tomanually tune down/up the rad

Removing the jumper cablesRemove the jumper cables in the reverse order that they wereconnected.1. Remove the jumper cable from the ground metal surfa

4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of thedisabled vehicle’s battery.After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper

If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towingservice or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, yourroadside as

GETTING THE SERVICES YOU NEEDAt homeYou must take your Ford vehicle to an authorized Ford dealer forwarranty repairs. While any Ford dealership handli

Ford Motor Company of Canada, LimitedP.O. Box 2000Oakville, Ontario L6J 5E41-800-565-3673 (FORD)www.ford.caIf you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away f

In the United States, a warranty dispute must be submitted to theDispute Settlement Board before taking action under the Magnuson-MossWarranty Act, or

• available free to owners and lessees of qualifying Ford Motor Companyvehicles.The Dispute Settlement Board may not be available in all states. FordM

• A Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership representativeConsumer candidates for Board membership are recruited and trained byan independent consulting fi

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(CANADA ONLY)In those cases where you continue to feel that the efforts by Ford andthe dealer to resolve a

1. Power/volume: Press to turnON/OFF; turn to increase/decreasevolume.2. Scan: Press to hear a briefsampling of all listenable stations,tape selection

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

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

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.4.0L SOHC V6 Engine4.6L V8 Engine• Never wash or rinse the engine while

• For routine cleaning, use Motorcraft Detail Wash (ZC-3–A).• If tar or grease spots are present, use Motorcraft Bug and TarRemover (ZC-42).WINDOWS AN

• Do not use household or glass cleaners as these may damage thefinish.INTERIORFor fabric, carpets, cloth seats and safety belts:• Remove dust and loo

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

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS• Use the Scheduled Maintenance Guide to track routine service.• Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service par

OPENING THE HOOD1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hoodrelease handle located under thebottom left corner of the instrumentpanel.2. Go to the front of th

CD: Press to start CD play. With thedual media audio, press CD totoggle between single CD and CDchanger play (if equipped).7. Mute: Press to MUTE play

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT4.0L SOHC V6 engine1. Engine coolant reservoir2. Engine oil filler cap3. Power steering fluid reservoi

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

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

ENGINE OILChecking the engine oilRefer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervalsfor checking the engine oil.1. Make sure the ve

• 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

• 4.6L V8 engine• Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oilmust be removed from the engine by a service technician.7. Put the in

Engine Oil Recommendations4.6L EngineLook for this certificationtrademark.Use SAE 5W-20 engine oil.Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by t

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

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

12. Shuffle (CD): Press to playtracks in random order. Press againto disable.13. Compression (CD): Press tobring soft and loud passagestogether for 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 “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

remove the coolant pressure relief cap on the radiator of a vehicle withan overflow system, follow these steps to add engine coolant.To reduce the ris

Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriatemanner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recyclingand disposing of aut

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

2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to a service facility.3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool.4. Check the coola

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

Pure ethanol is the alcohol which is the intoxicating agent in liquor, beerand wine. It is distilled from the fermentation of plants such as field cor

• Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container whilefilling.• DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fillposi

19. Bass: Press BASS; then pressSEL/ to decrease/increasethe bass output.Treble: Press TREB; then pressSEL/ to decrease/increasethe treble output.20.

U.S. government regulations require fuel ethanol dispensingpumps to have a small, square, orange and black label with thecommon abbreviation or the ap

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

Keep a record for at least one month and record the type of driving (cityor highway). This will provide an accurate estimate of the vehicle’s fuelecon

• Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow therecommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checksfound in your vehicle sche

EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEMYour vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and acatalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to co

On board diagnostics (OBD-II)Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’semission control system. This system is commonly known

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

Cleaning 262Maintenance and Specifications 268Engine compartment 270Engine oil 273Battery 278Fuel information 286Air filter(s) 299Part numbers 301Refi

SATELLITE COMPATIBLE AM/FM STEREO IN-DASH SINGLECD/MP3 RADIO — LATE AVAILABILITY (IF EQUIPPED)1. SEEK: Press and releaseSEEK/ for previous/nextstrong

3. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing.4. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt ordebris and to ensure

3. Add only enough fluid throughthe filler opening so that the fluidlevel is at the bottom of theopening.Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications

2For spark plug replacement, see your dealer or a qualified servicetechnician. Refer to the Scheduled Maintenance Guide for theappropriate intervals f

Fluid Ford PartNameApplication CapacityTransmissionfluid1MotorcraftMERCON威 VATFAutomatictransmissions12.7 quarts(12.0L)2Transfer case MotorcraftMERCON

1Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. MERCON威 andMERCON威 V are not interchangeable. DO NOT mix MERCON威 andMERCON威 V. Refer to your

ItemFord PartName orequivalentFord PartNumberFordSpecificationDriveshaft, slipspline, universaljointsPremium LongLife GreaseXG-1-C or XG-1-K ESA-M1C75

ItemFord PartName orequivalentFord PartNumberFordSpecificationTransfer caseFront OutputSlip ShaftPremiumLong-LifeGreaseXG-1-C or XG-1-K ESA-M1C75-BWin

VEHICLE DIMENSIONSDimensions 4-Door 4x2 or 4x4 XLT Model -Inches (mm)(1) Overall length 191.6 (4866.7)(2) Overall width 73.7 (1870.9)(2) Overall width

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

3. AUX: This function is notoperational.4. MUTE: Press to MUTE playingmedia; press again to return toplaying media5. EJ: Press to eject a CD.6. Bass:

GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLEA wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your vehiclethrough your local authorized Ford

Interior styleElectrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrorsFloor matsLeather wrapped steering wheelsScuff platesLifestyleBike racksCargo organ

• The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian RadioTelecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobilecommunications systems

AAccessory delay ...69AdvanceTrac ...206Air bag supplemental restraintsystem ...

waxing ...262wheels ...263wiper blades ...265Climate con

idle speed control ...278lubricationspecifications ...304, 306refill capacities ...302service poin

Heatingheating and air conditioningsystem ...46, 48Homelink wireless controlsystem ...

Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ...301Pedals (see Power adjustablefoot pedals) ...71Power adjustable foot pedals ...71Po

Tire Pressure MonitoringSystem (TPMS)Driving ...222Maintenance andSpecifications ...182Roadsi

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Speed sensitive volume: Press MENU until SPEED VOL X appears inthe display. Then press SEL to increase () or decrease ( ) thevolume setting. The level

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17. BAND: Press to toggle betweenAM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.18. Memory presets: To set astation: Select frequency band; tuneto a station, press and hol

CAT: CAT is only available when equipped with Satellite Radio. Yourradio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kit to enableSatellite re

CD units are designed to play commercially pressed 4.75 in (12cm) audio compact discs only. Due to technical incompatibility,certain recordable and re

Clock: Press MENU until HOURS or MINUTES is displayed. PressSEL to decrease/ increase hours or minutes.Compression: In CD mode, compression brings sof

Fade: Press FADE; then pressSEL/ to shift sound to therear/front speakers.10. SHUFFLE: Plays CD/MP3tracks in random order when active(ON). Press to sh

Treble: Press TREB; then pressSEL/ to decrease/increasethe treble output.15. Fast Forward (FF): In CDmode, press and hold to fastforward. In tape mode

21. BAND: Press to toggle throughAM/FM1/FM2 frequency bands.22. Cassette door: Insert the cassette with the opening to the right.23. Power/volume: Pre

CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 WarningWARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, andcertain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known toth

message display its corresponding text indicator (Fi, So, Ar, or AL) isshown in the elapsed time display. Press TEXT to scroll through the textfields.

9. Menu: Press and hold MENU toaccess RDS on/off. Use SEL totoggle RDS on/off. Press MENUagain to access Traffic mode,Program Type mode or Show Type m

Recommended level is 1–3. Level 0 turns the feature off and level 7 isthe maximum setting.Press MENU until SPEED VOL X appears in the display. Then pr

17. BAND: Press to toggle betweenAM/FM1/FM2 frequency band.18. Memory presets: To set astation: Select frequency band, tuneto a station, press and hol

CAT: CAT is only available when equipped with Satellite Radio. YourAudiophile radio comes equipped with Satellite ready capability. The kitto enable S

• Allow tapes which have been subjected to extreme heat, humidity orcold to reach a moderate temperature before playing.• Clean the cassette player he

MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM(IF EQUIPPED)1. Temperature selection:Controls the temperature of theairflow in the vehicle.2. Air flow sele

• To improve the A/C cool down, drive with the windows slightly openfor 2–3 minutes after start up or until the vehicle has been “aired out.”For maxim

Dual Automatic Temperature Control (DATC) system (if equipped)1. A/C control: Uses outside air tocool the vehicle. Press to turn on/offin all modes ex

6. : Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents.7.: Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster ventsand floor vents.

Warning symbols on your vehicleWhen you see this symbol, it isimperative that you consult therelevant section of this guide beforetouching or attempti

Operating tips• To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, placethe air flow selector in theposition.• To reduce humidity build up

Front auxiliary controls:1. Temperature control: Determines temperature level. If the mainclimate control system is cooling in MAX A/C ormode, theauxi

1. Temperature control:Determines temperature levels. Ifthe main climate control system iscooling in MAX A/C ormode,the auxiliary controls will notfun

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

• the headlamp control is in the or position• the parking brake must be disengaged.Always remember to turn on your headlamps at dusk or duringinclemen

• Rotate to full down position (past detent) to turn off the interiorlamps and will also disable the illuminated entry feature.AIMING THE HEADLAMPSThe

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

Cargo/reading lampsThe dome portion of the lamp orthe center light can be turned onwhen the headlamp control isrotated fully up or when a door isopene

Function Number of bulbs Trade numberPark/turn lamps(front)23457Headlamp high beam 2 9005Headlamp low beam 2 9006Rear stop/turn/taillamps23157KRear li

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

Please read the section Supplemental restraint system (SRS)in the Seating and Safety Restraints chapter. Failure to followthe specific warnings and in

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.2. Remove the plastic splash shieldby removing the two screws on thefron

MULTI-FUNCTION LEVERWindshield wiper: Rotate the endof the control away from you toincrease the speed of the wipers;rotate towards you to decrease the

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

Lift the lever back to its originalposition to lock the steering column.Never adjust the steeringcolumn when the vehicle ismoving.CENTER CONSOLEYour v

A driver’s first responsibility is the safe operation of the vehicle.The most important thing you can do to prevent a crash is toavoid distractions an

Storage compartmentPress the latch to open the storagecompartment.Installing a garage door opener (if equipped)The storage compartment can be converte

Illuminated visor mirror (if equipped)Lift the mirror cover to turn on the visor mirror lamps.Type AType BSlide on rod featureRotate the visor towards

Do not plug electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter socket(if equipped). Always use the power point for accessories.Do not use the power poi

One touch downAllows the driver’s window to openfully without holding the controldown. Press completely down onAUTO and release quickly. Pressagain to

Notice to owners of pickup trucks and utility type vehiclesUtility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate thanother types of vehicles.Befo

Heated outside mirrors (if equipped)Both mirrors are heatedautomatically to remove ice, mistand fog when the rear windowdefrost is activated.Do not re

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 indicator lighton theinstrument cluster will turn on.Note:•

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 will not erase your vehicle’s previouslyset

In AM, FM1, or FM2 mode:• Press MEM to select presetstations within the selected radioband.In Tape mode:• Press MEM to select the nextselection on the

Press + or - to adjust fan speed.MOON ROOF (IF EQUIPPED)You can move the glass panel of the moon roof back to open or tilt up toventilate the vehicle.

Do not let children play with the moon roof or leave childrenunattended in the vehicle. They may seriously hurt themselves.HOMELINK姞 WIRELESS CONTROL

1. Press and hold the two outsidebuttons releasing only when theindicator light begins to flash after20 seconds. Do not repeat Step oneto program addi

7. Press and release the “learn” or “smart” button. (The name and colorof the button may vary by manufacturer.)Note: There are 30 seconds in which to

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-

Operating the HomeLink姞 Wireless Control SystemTo operate, simply press and releasethe appropriate HomeLink威 button.Activation will now occur for thet

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

Compass zone adjustment1. Determine which magnetic zoneyou are in for your geographiclocation by referring to the zonemap.2. Turn ignition to the ON p

3. Press the button on the top ofthe compass module until ZONEappears in the instrument clusterdisplay. Continue to hold down untilZONE disappears and

Info menuThis control displays the followingcontrol displays:• Odometer/Compass• Trip odometer/Odometer/Compass• Average Fuel Economy• Trip Elapsed Dr

3. Determine your magnetic zone byreferring to the zone map.4. From Info menu, select theCompass/Odometer function. (Donot select Trip, DTE, or AFE. T

Average fuel economy (AFE)Select this function from the INFOmenu to display your average fueleconomy in miles/U.S. gallon orliters/100 km.If you calcu

Distance to empty (DTE)Selecting this function from theINFO menu estimates approximatelyhow far you can drive with the fuelremaining in your tank unde

Autolocks1. Select this function from theSETUP control for the currentdisplay mode.2. Press the RESET control to turnthe autolocks ON or OFF.Easy entr

2. Pressing the RESET controlcycles the message center througheach of the language choices.3. Press and hold the RESETcontrol to set the language choi

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

System warningsSystem warnings alert you to possible problems or malfunctions in yourvehicle’s operating systems.In the event of a multiple warning si

Warning display StatusCheck tire pressure (ifequipped)Warning returns after the ignition keyis turned from OFF to ON.Tire pressure monitor fault (ifeq

CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM. Displayed when the electrical system isnot maintaining proper voltage. If you are operating electrical accessorieswhen the engi

CHECK ADVANCETRAC娂 (if equipped). Displayed when theAdvanceTrac娂 system is not operating properly. If this message isdisplayed on the message center t

To reset the oil monitoring system to 100% after each oil change[approximately 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or 180 days] perform thefollowing:1. Press and r

• Compass• Outside temperature• Engine sensorContact your dealer as soon as possible if these messages occur on aregular basis.POSITIVE RETENTION FLOO

The liftgate door and window should be closed before driving. If not,possible damage may occur to your vehicle.Always close liftgate window before ope

Cargo management systemThe cargo management system consists of storage compartments locatedin the floor of the rear cargo area.7 passenger stowage:1.

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

KEYSOne key operates all the locks and starts the vehicle. Always carry aspare key with you in case of an emergency.Your keys are programmed to your v