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Tire
rotation
Rotating
your
tires
at
the
recommended
interval
(as
indicated
in
the
scheduled
maintenance
information
that
comes
with
your
vehicle)
will
help
your
tires
wear
more
evenly
,
providing
better
tire
performance
and
longer
tire
life.
Unless
otherwise
specified,
rotate
the
tires
approximately
every
5,000
miles
(8,000
km).
•
Front
Wheel
Drive
(FWD)
vehicles
(front
tires
at
top
of
diagram)
2005
Excursion
(hdw)
Owners
Guide
(post-2002-fmt)
USA
(fus)
Tires,
Wheels
and
Loading
154
153
155
Table of Contents
Default Chapter
1
Table of Contents
1
Introduction
4
Safety and Environment Protection
5
Protecting the Environment
5
Breaking-In Your Vehicle
5
Service Data Recording
5
Event Data Recording
6
Special Instructions
6
Snowplowing
7
Middle East/North Africa Vehicle Specific Information
7
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
8
Instrument Cluster
10
Service Engine Soon
10
Warning and Control Lights
10
Warning Lights and Chimes
10
Anti-Lock Brake System
11
Brake System Warning Light
11
Check Fuel Cap
11
Check Gage
11
Airbag Readiness
12
Charging System
12
Low Fuel
12
Safety Belt
12
Door Ajar
13
Gauges
13
High Beams
13
Turn Signal
13
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
14
Odometer
14
Speedometer
14
Trip Odometer
14
Engine Oil Pressure Gauge
15
Fuel Gauge
15
Transmission Fluid Temperature Gauge
15
Red Area (over Temperature)
16
Yellow Area (Warning)
16
Entertainment Systems
17
Premium Am/Fm Stereo/Cassette/Single CD
17
AM/FM Stereo with In-Dash Six CD
21
Fast Forward
21
Premium In-Dash Six CD Sound System
21
Autoset
23
Seamless Play
23
Setting the Clock
23
Rear Audio Controls
24
Cassette/Player Care
25
Radio Frequencies
25
Radio Reception Factors
25
CD/CD Player Care
26
Rear Seat Entertainment DVD System
26
DVD Player Controls
27
DVD Control Features
28
Menu Control
28
CD Play Mode
29
Enter Control
29
Next/Previous Control
29
REV/FWD Control
29
Remote Control
30
User Menu Mode
30
Battery Replacement
31
Adjusting the Volume from the Rear Seat Controls
32
Mode Select
32
Rear Seat Controls
32
Memory Preset Control
33
Seek Function
33
Parental Control
34
Using Wired Headphones/Personal Audio Feature
34
Wireless Headphone Operation
35
Wireless Headphones (for DVD System Only)
35
Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Flip-Down Screen
36
General Operating Tips
37
High Temperature Sensor Circuit
37
Playback and Format
37
Rear Seat Entertainment DVD System Protection Circuits
37
Inserting a CD/DVD
38
Playing a Video Game/Auxiliary Device
38
Removing a CD/DVD
38
On-Screen Indicators
39
Safety Information
39
Care and Service of the DVD Player
40
Environmental Extremes
40
Cleaning the Liquid Crystal Display (LCD) Flip-Down Screen
41
Foreign Substances
41
Humidity and Moisture Condensation
41
Temperature Extremes
41
Climate Controls
42
Heater Only System
42
Operating Tips
42
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
43
Max A/C
43
Automatic Temperature Control System
45
Auxiliary System
47
Front Auxiliary Controls
47
Rear Auxiliary Controls
48
Rear Window Defroster
48
Lights
49
Autolamp Control
49
Headlamp Control
49
To Change the Delay Time of the Autolamp Feature
49
Daytime Running Lamps (DRL)
50
Foglamp Control
50
Flash to Pass
51
Headlamp Aim Adjustment
51
Panel Dimmer Control
51
Turn Signal Control
52
Dome/Map Lamps
53
Interior Lamps
53
Rear Courtesy/Reading Lamps
53
Bulb Replacement
54
Headlamp Condensation
54
Rear Dome Lamp
54
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
54
Interior Bulbs
55
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
55
Using the Right Bulbs
55
Replacing Park/Turn and Sidemarker Lamp Bulbs
57
Replacing Foglamp Bulbs
58
Replacing Tail Lamp/Turn/Backup Lamp Bulbs
58
Replacing High-Mount Brakelamp Bulbs
59
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
59
Driver Controls
60
Multi-Function Lever
60
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Controls
60
Windshield Wiper/Washer Control
60
Changing the Wiper Blades
61
Steering Wheel Adjustment
61
Tilt Steering Wheel
61
Illuminated Visor Mirror
62
Overdrive Cancel (4–Speed Automatic Transmission)
62
Tow/Haul Feature (5–Speed Automatic Transmission)
62
Transmission Control
62
Forward Storage bin
63
Installing a Garage Door Opener
63
Power Quarter Rear Windows
63
Auxiliary Power Point (12Vdc)
64
Power Windows
65
Automatic Dimming Inside Rear View Mirror
66
One Touch down
66
Window Lock
66
Heated Outside Mirrors
67
Power Side View Mirrors
67
Mirror Mounted Side Turn Signal Indicator
68
Clearance Lamps
69
Fold-Away Mirrors
69
Power Adjustable Foot Pedals
70
Setting Speed Control
70
Speed Control
70
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
71
Resuming a Set Speed
71
Indicator Light
72
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
72
Turning off Speed Control
72
Climate Control Features
73
Message Center
73
Radio Control Features
73
Steering Wheel Controls
73
Trip Computer
73
Average Fuel Economy
74
English/Metric Display
74
Mode Control
74
Selectable Features
74
Compass
75
Fuel Range
75
Outside Air Temperature
75
Compass Calibration Adjustment
76
Compass Zone Adjustment
76
Homelink Wireless Control System
77
Programming
78
Gate Operator & Canadian Programming
79
Erasing Homelink Buttons
80
Operating the Homelink Wireless Control System
80
Reprogramming a Single Homelink Button
80
Cell Phone Use
81
Center Console
81
Cargo Net
82
Tridoor
82
Luggage Rack
83
To Adjust the Cross-Bar Position
83
Locks and Security
85
Keys
85
Power Door Locks
85
Smart Locks
85
Childproof Door Locks
86
Remote Entry System
86
Unlocking the Doors
87
Locking the Doors
87
Power Door Lock Disable Feature
87
Sounding a Panic Alarm
88
Replacing the Battery
88
Replacing Lost Remote Entry Transmitters
89
How to Reprogram Your Remote Entry Transmitters
89
To Reprogram the Remote Entry Transmitters
90
Illuminated Entry
90
Keyless Entry System
91
Programming a Personal Entry Code
91
Erasing Personal Code
91
To Create Your Own Personal Entry Code
91
Anti-Scan Feature
92
Unlocking and Locking the Doors Using Keyless Entry
92
Autolock
92
Relock
92
To Deactivate/Reactivate the Autolock Feature Using the Keypad
93
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
94
Theft Indicator
94
Automatic Arming
95
Automatic Disarming
95
Replacement Keys
95
Programming Spare Keys
95
Seating and Safety Restraints
97
40/20/40 Seat
97
60/40 Split Bench Seat
98
Captain’s Chair
98
Memory Seats and Adjustable Pedals
99
Using the Manual Lumbar Support
99
Adjusting the Front Power Seat
100
Heated Seats
100
40/20/40 Front Seat Armrest and Console
101
Folding down Rear Seats into Load Floor
102
Head Restraints
102
Rear Folding Seats
102
Rear Seats
102
Returning the Seat to Upright
104
Reclining the Second Row Seatback
105
Third Row Seat
105
Accessing the Third Row Seat
106
Folding down the Third Row Seat
106
Installing the Third Row Seat
107
Removing the Third Row Seat
107
Safety Restraints
108
Safety Restraints Precautions
108
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
109
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
109
Automatic Locking Mode
110
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
110
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
110
Energy Management Feature
111
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
111
Outboard Safety Belt Height Adjustment
111
Adjusting the Lap Belt
112
Beltminder
113
Conditions of Operation
113
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
113
Deactivating/Activating the Beltminder Feature
116
One Time Disable
116
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
117
Safety Belt Maintenance
117
Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
118
Important SRS Precautions
118
Children and Airbags
120
How Does the Airbag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
120
Determining if the System Is Operational
122
Important Child Restraint Precautions
122
Safety Restraints for Children
122
Child Booster Seats
123
Children and Safety Belts
123
When Children Should Use Booster Seats
123
Types of Booster Seats
124
Child and Infant or Child Safety Seats
125
Safety Seats for Children
125
The Importance of Shoulder Belts
125
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
129
Tires, Wheels and Loading
133
4WD and AWD Systems
133
Notice to Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners
133
Vehicle Characteristics
133
How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles
134
Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
135
Treadwear
135
Glossary of Tire Terminology
136
Temperature a B C
136
Tires
136
Traction AA a B C
136
Inspecting and Inflating Your Tires
137
Tire Inflation
137
Inflating Your Tires
138
Inspecting Your Tires
138
Tire Inflation Information
140
Tire Replacement Requirements
140
Changing the Tires
141
Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information
141
Tire Change Procedure
142
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
146
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall
147
Information on “P” Type Tires
147
Information on “T” Type Tires
151
Location of the Tire Label
151
Tire Care
152
Tire Wear
152
Highway Hazards
153
Safety Practices
153
Tire and Wheel Alignment
153
Tire Rotation
154
Snow Tires and Chains
155
Base Curb Weight
156
Vehicle Curb Weight
156
Vehicle Loading – with and Without a Trailer
156
Payload
157
Cargo Weight
158
GAW (Gross Axle Weight)
159
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
159
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
159
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight
160
Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit
161
Trailer Towing
163
4X4 W/Automatic Transmission
164
Load Equalizing Hitch
164
Preparing to Tow
164
Safety Chains
165
Trailer Brakes
165
Trailer Lamps
165
Using a Step Bumper
165
Driving While You Tow
166
Servicing after Towing
166
Trailer Towing Tips
166
Launching or Retrieving a Boat
167
Recreational Towing (All Wheels on the Ground)
167
Driving
168
Starting
168
Positions of the Ignition
168
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
168
Important Safety Precautions
169
Before Starting the Vehicle
169
Starting the Engine
171
Using the Engine Block Heater
171
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
172
Important Ventilating Information
172
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
172
ABS Warning Lamp
172
Using ABS
173
Parking Brake
173
Steering
174
To Prevent Damage to the Power Steering System
174
Traction-Lok Axle
175
Preparing to Drive Your Vehicle
175
Automatic Transmission Operation
176
Brake-Shift Interlock
176
Forced Downshifts
181
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
181
Reverse Sensing System
182
Four-Wheel Drive (4Wd) Operation
184
Electronic Shift on the Fly (ESOF) 4X4 System
184
4WD System Indicator Lights
185
Using the Electronic Shift 4WD System
185
Positions of the Electronic Shift System
185
Shifting from 2WD (2WD High) to 4X4 HIGH (4WD High)
186
Shifting from 4X4 HIGH (4WD High) to 2WD (2WD High)
186
Shifting from 4X4 HIGH (4WD High) to 4X4 LOW (4WD Low)
187
Shifting from 4X4 LOW (4WD Low) to 4X4 HIGH (4WD High) or 2WD
187
Driving Off-Road with Truck and Utility Vehicles
187
Basic Operating Principles
188
If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement
188
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
189
Emergency Maneuvers
189
Parking
190
4WD Systems
190
Normal Characteristics
191
Sand
191
Mud and Water
191
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
192
Driving on Snow and Ice
193
Maintenance and Modifications
194
Driving through Water
195
Roadside Emergencies
196
Getting Roadside Assistance
196
Using Roadside Assistance
196
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
197
Hazard Flasher Switch
197
Fuses and Relays
198
To Reset the Switch
198
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
199
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel / Power Distribution Box
199
Fuses Codes
200
Jump Starting Your Vehicle
203
Preparing Your Vehicle
204
Connecting the Jumper Cables
204
Removing the Jumper Cables
207
Wrecker Towing
209
Customer Assistance
210
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
218
Cleaning
219
Washing the Exterior
219
Waxing
219
Paint Chips
220
Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Covers
220
Engine
220
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
221
Windows and Wiper Blades
221
Instrument Panel and Cluster Lens
222
Interior Trim
222
Interior
222
Leather Seats
223
Underbody
223
Ford and Lincoln Mercury Car Care Products
223
Maintenance and Specifications
225
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
225
Service Recommendations
225
Working with the Engine off
225
Opening the Hood
226
5.4L V8/6.8L V10 Gasoline Engines
227
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
227
Checking and Adding Washer Fluid for the Liftgate
228
Checking the Engine Oil
228
Windshield Washer Fluid
228
Adding Engine Oil
229
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
230
Battery
231
Checking Engine Coolant
233
Engine Coolant
233
Adding Engine Coolant
234
Recycled Engine Coolant
236
Coolant Refill Capacity
237
Severe Climates
237
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
238
What You Should Know about Fail-Safe Cooling
238
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
238
Fuel Information
239
What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
239
Fuel Filler Cap
241
Refueling
241
When Fueling Your Vehicle
241
Choosing the Right Fuel
242
Octane Recommendations
242
Cleaner Air
243
Fuel Filter
243
Fuel Quality
243
Running out of Fuel
243
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
244
Filling the Tank
244
Measuring Techniques
244
Calculating Fuel Economy
245
Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
245
Habits
245
Conditions
246
Maintenance
246
Emission Control System
247
EPA Window Sticker
247
On Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
248
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
248
Power Steering Fluid
249
Brake Fluid
250
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid
250
Transmission Fluid
250
Correct Fluid Level
251
High Fluid Level
251
Low Fluid Level
251
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
252
Automatic Transmission Fluid Filter
253
To Replace the Transmission Filter
253
Air Filter
254
Transfer Case Fluid
254
Changing the Air Filter Element
255
Motorcraft Part Numbers
256
Refill Capacities
257
Lubricant Specifications
260
Engine Data
263
Excursion
263
Vehicle Dimensions
263
Certification Label
264
Identifying Your Vehicle
264
Engine Number
265
Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
265
Transmission/Transaxle Code Designations
266
Accessories
267
Index
270
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Model
2005 Excursion
Category
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Language
English
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