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W
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cargo
and
optional
equipment.
When
towing,
trailer
tongue
load
or
king
pin
weight
is
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Table of Contents
Default Chapter
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Table of Contents
1
Introduction
4
Safety and Environment Protection
4
California Proposition 65 Warning
5
Perchlorate Material
5
Protecting the Environment
5
Warning Symbols on Your Vehicle
5
Special Instructions
6
Using Your Vehicle as an Ambulance
6
Using Your Vehicle with a Snowplow
6
Event Data Recording
7
Service Data Recording
7
Cell Phone Use
9
Export Unique (Non–United States/Canada) Vehicle Specific Information
9
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
10
Instrument Cluster
12
Warning Lights and Chimes
12
Check Fuel Cap Fill Inlet
13
Service Engine Soon: Service
13
Brake System Warning Light
14
Anti-Lock Brake System
14
Airbag Readiness
14
Safety Belt
14
Charging System
15
Engine Oil Pressure
15
Advancetrac
15
Advancetrac off
15
Speed Control
16
Anti-Theft System
16
Throttle Control/Powertrain
16
Door Ajar
16
Gauges
17
Headlamps on Warning Chime
17
Parking Brake on Chime
17
Message Center Activation Chime (if Equipped)
17
Speedometer
18
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
18
Fuel Gauge
19
Tachometer
19
Odometer
19
Trip Odometer
20
Message Center (if Equipped)
20
Trip A/B
20
Mykey Miles (Km) (if Programmed)
20
MILES (Km) to E
21
AVG MPG (L/100Km)
21
MPG (L/Km)
21
Press Reset for English (if in Another Language)
22
Reset for System Check
22
Blank Screen
22
System Check and Vehicle Feature Customization
22
Units
23
Autolamp (if Equipped)
23
Autolock
23
Autounlock
23
Language
24
System Warnings
24
Accessory Delay
28
Am/Fm Single CD/Mp3 Satellite Compatible Sound System
28
Audio Systems
28
Entertainment Systems
28
AM/FM Radio
29
Cat/Fold(Category/Folder)
30
CD/MP3 Player
30
RDS Radio
30
Direct
32
Satellite Radio (if Equipped)
32
Sirius
32
Tune/Ok
32
Memory Presets
33
Satellite Radio Menu
33
Text
33
Sound Adjustments
35
Auxiliary Input Jack (Line In)
36
Extra Features
36
Required Equipment
37
To Play Your Portable Music Player Using the Auxiliary Input Jack
37
Auxiliary Input Jack Troubleshooting
38
USB Port (if Equipped)
38
General Audio Information
39
Radio Frequencies
39
Radio Reception Factors
39
CD/CD Player Care
40
Audio System Warranty and Service
41
MP3 Track and Folder Structure
41
Sample MP3 Structure
42
Satellite Radio Channels
42
Satellite Radio Information (if Equipped)
42
Satellite Radio Reception Factors
42
Satellite Radio Electronic Serial Number (ESN)
43
SIRIUS Satellite Radio Service
43
Navigation System (if Equipped)
45
Sync (if Equipped)
45
Climate Controls
46
Manual Heating and Air Conditioning System
46
Outside Temperature (if Equipped)
47
For Maximum Cooling Performance in MAX A/C Mode
48
Operating Tips
48
To Aid in Side Window Defogging/Demisting in Cold Weather
48
Dual Automatic Temperature Control (if Equipped)
49
Automatic Operation
51
For Maximum Cooling Performance
51
Rear Window Defroster
52
Autolamp Control (if Equipped)
53
Headlamp Control
53
Lights
53
Autolamp Delay System (if Equipped)
54
Fog Lamp Control (if Equipped)
54
High Beams
54
Daytime Running Lamps (Drl) (if Equipped)
55
Flash-To-Pass
55
Panel Dimmer Control
55
Aiming the Headlamps
56
Vertical Aim Adjustment
56
Dome Lamps and Map Lamps
57
Interior Lamps
57
Turn Signal Control
57
Cargo and Dome Lamp
58
Map Lamps (with Moon Roof)
58
Map Lamps (Without Moon Roof)
58
Ambient Lighting (if Equipped)
59
Bulb Replacement
59
Lamp Assembly Condensation
59
Replacing Exterior Bulbs
60
Replacing Interior Bulbs
60
Using the Right Bulbs
60
Replacing Front Parking Lamp/Turn Signal Bulbs
61
Replacing Headlamp Bulbs
61
Replacing Front Sidemarker Bulbs
62
Replacing Tail/Stop/Turn/Backup Lamp Bulbs
62
Replacing High-Mount Brake Lamp Bulbs
63
Replacing License Plate Lamp Bulbs
63
Replacing Fog Lamp Bulbs (if Equipped)
64
Driver Controls
65
Multi-Function Lever
65
Windshield Washer
65
Windshield Wiper
65
Rear Window Wiper/Washer Controls
66
Steering Wheel Adjustment
66
Tilt Steering Wheel
66
Electronic Compass (if Equipped)
67
Illuminated Visor Mirror (if Equipped)
67
Overhead Console (if Equipped)
67
Slide-On-Rod Feature
67
Compass Zone Adjustment
68
Center Console
69
Compass Calibration Adjustment
69
Auxiliary Power Point (12V DC)
70
Power Windows (if Equipped)
71
Rear Window Buffeting
71
Automatic Dimming Interior Rear View Mirror (if Equipped)
72
Interior Mirror
72
One-Touch down
72
Window Lock
72
Blind Spot Mirrors
73
Exterior Mirrors
73
Fold-Away Mirrors
73
Power Side View Mirrors
73
Heated Outside Mirrors
74
Setting Speed Control
74
Speed Control (if Equipped)
74
Using Speed Control
74
Disengaging Speed Control
75
Increasing Speed While Using Speed Control
75
Reducing Speed While Using Speed Control
75
Resuming a Set Speed
75
Navigation System Hands-Free Control Features (if Equipped)
76
Radio Control Features
76
Steering Wheel Controls (if Equipped)
76
Turning off Speed Control
76
Moon Roof (if Equipped)
77
Navigation System/Sync Hands-Free Control Features (if Equipped)
77
Sync System Hands-Free Control Feature (if Equipped)
77
Bounce-Back
78
Bounce-Back Override
78
To Close the Moon Roof
78
To Open the Moon Roof
78
Car2U Home Automation System (if Equipped)
79
Universal Garage Door Opener (if Equipped)
79
Rolling Code Programming
80
Types of Garage Door Openers (Rolling Code and Fixed Code)
80
Fixed Code Programming
82
Erasing the Car2U Home Automation System Buttons
84
FCC and RSS-210 Industry Canada Compliance
84
Positive Retention Floor Mat
85
Cargo Area Features
86
Cargo Shade (if Equipped)
86
Liftgate
86
Cargo Management System (if Equipped)
87
Passenger Side Cargo Compartment
88
Roof Rack System (if Equipped)
88
To Adjust the Cross-Bar (if Equipped) Position:
88
To Remove the Cross-Bar Assembly (if Equipped) from the Roof Rack Side Rails
89
To Reinstall the Cross-Bar Assembly (if Equipped) to the Roof Rack Side Rails
90
Locks and Security
91
Keys
91
Mykey
92
Mykey Restricted Features
92
Standard Settings – These Settings Cannot be Changed
92
Optional Settings – These Settings Can be Changed
92
Programming Mykey Optional Settings
93
Clear Mykey
93
Check Mykey System Status
94
Using Mykey with Remote Start Systems
94
Power Door Locks
97
Door Key Unlocking/Locking
97
Deactivating/Activating Autolock
97
Power Door Unlock/Lock Procedure
98
Keyless Entry Keypad Procedure
98
Message Center Procedure (if Equipped)
99
Deactivating/Activating Autounlock
99
Power Door Lock Switch Autounlock Enable/Disable Procedure
99
Keyless Entry Keypad Autounlock Enable/Disable Procedure
100
Smart Unlocking Feature
100
Childproof Door Locks
101
Remote Entry System (if Equipped)
101
Two Step Door Unlocking
102
One Step Door Unlocking
102
Switching from Two Step to One Step Door Unlocking
102
Locking the Doors
103
Opening the Liftgate Glass (if Equipped)
103
Car Finder
103
Sounding a Panic Alarm
103
Replacing Lost Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts)
104
How to Reprogram Your Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (Ikts)
104
Illuminated Entry
104
Securicode Keyless Entry System (if Equipped)
105
Illuminated Exit
105
Programming Your Own Personal Entry Code
105
Erasing Personal Code
106
Anti-Scan Feature
106
Unlocking and Locking the Doors and Liftgate Using Keyless Entry
106
Securilock Passive Anti-Theft System
107
Anti-Theft Indicator
108
Automatic Arming
108
Automatic Disarming
108
Replacement of Integrated Keyhead Transmitters (IKT) and Coded Keys
109
Programming Spare Keys
109
Front Seats
111
Adjustable Head Restraints
111
Seating and Safety Restraints
111
Seating
111
Adjusting the Front Manual Seat (if Equipped)
114
Using the Manual Lumbar Support (if Equipped)
114
Adjusting the Front Power Seat (if Equipped)
115
Heated Seats (if Equipped)
116
Rear Seats
117
Second Row Adjustable Head Restraints
117
Folding down Second Row Seats
120
Returning the Second Row Seats to Upright Position
122
To Remove the Second Row Cushion
123
To Install the Second Row Cushion
123
Safety Restraints
123
Personal Safety System
123
How Does the Personal Safety System Work?
124
Driver and Passenger Dual-Stage Airbag Supplemental Restraints
124
Front Crash Severity Sensor
125
Driver’s Seat Position Sensor
125
Front Passenger Sensing System
125
Front Safety Belt Usage Sensors
126
Front Safety Belt Pretensioners
126
Safety Belt Energy Management Retractors
126
Determining if the Personal Safety System Is Operational
126
Safety Restraints Precautions
127
Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
128
Restraint of Pregnant Women
129
Energy Management Feature
129
Safety Belt Locking Modes
129
Vehicle Sensitive Mode
129
Automatic Locking Mode
130
When to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
130
How to Use the Automatic Locking Mode
130
How to Disengage the Automatic Locking Mode
130
Safety Belt Height Adjustment
131
Safety Belt Pretensioner
131
Safety Belt Extension Assembly
132
Safety Belt Warning Light and Indicator Chime
132
Conditions of Operation
132
Belt-Minder
133
Deactivating/Activating the Belt-Minder Feature
135
Airbag Supplemental Restraint System (Srs)
137
Important Srs Precautions
137
Children and Airbags
139
How Does the Airbag Supplemental Restraint System Work?
139
If the Airbag Readiness Lamp Is Lit
145
Determining if the System Is Operational
145
Seat-Mounted Side Airbag System
146
How Does the Side Airbag System Work?
147
Safety Canopy System
149
How Does the Safety Canopy System Work?
150
SOS Post-Crash Alert System
152
Disposal of Airbags and Airbag Equipped Vehicles
152
Safety Restraints for Children
153
Important Child Restraint Precautions
153
Recommendations for Safety Restraints for Children
154
Recommendations for Attaching Child Safety Restraints for Children
155
Safety Seats for Children
157
Transporting Children
157
Infant And/Or Toddler Seats
157
Installing Child Safety Seats with Combination Lap and Shoulder Belts
158
Attaching Child Safety Seats with LATCH (Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children) Attachments
161
Use of Inboard Lower Anchors from the Outboard Seating Positions
163
Combining Safety Belt and LATCH Lower Anchors for Attaching Child Safety Seats
163
Attaching Child Safety Seats with Tether Straps
164
Child Booster Seats
166
When Children Should Use Booster Seats
166
Types of Booster Seats
167
The Importance of Shoulder Belts
169
Child Restraint and Safety Belt Maintenance
169
Notice to Utility Vehicle and Truck Owners
171
Tires, Wheels and Loading
171
4Wd System (if Equipped)
172
How Your Vehicle Differs from Other Vehicles
172
Vehicle Characteristics
172
Information about Uniform Tire Quality Grading
173
U.s. Department of Transportation-Tire Quality Grades
173
Temperature a B C
174
Traction AA a B C
174
Treadwear
174
Glossary of Tire Terminology
175
Tires
175
Inflating Your Tires
176
Maximum Permissible Inflation Pressure Is the Tire Manufacturer’s
176
Damage
178
Inspecting Your Tires and Wheel Valve Stems
178
Tire Care
178
Tire Wear
178
Tire Replacement Requirements
179
U.S. DOT Tire Identification Number (TIN)
179
Highway Hazards
181
Safety Practices
181
Tire and Wheel Alignment
181
Tire Rotation
182
Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall
183
Information on “P” Type Tires
183
Additional Information Contained on the Tire Sidewall for “LT” Type Tires
186
Information on “T” Type Tires
187
Location of the Tire Label
187
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)
188
Changing Tires with a TPMS
189
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
189
When Your Temporary Spare Tire Is Installed
189
When You Believe Your System Is Not Operating Properly
190
How Temperature Affects Your Tire Pressure
191
When Inflating Your Tires
191
Snow Tires and Cables
192
Vehicle Loading – with and Without a Trailer
192
Base Curb Weight
193
Payload
193
Vehicle Curb Weight
193
Cargo Weight
194
GAW (Gross Axle Weight)
195
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
195
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
195
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
195
GCW (Gross Combined Weight)
197
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight Rating)
197
Maximum Loaded Trailer Weight
197
Tongue Load or Fifth Wheel King Pin Weight
197
Steps for Determining the Correct Load Limit
198
Special Loading Instructions for Owners of Pick-Up Trucks and Utility-Type Vehicles
199
Trailer Towing
200
Hitches
201
Preparing to Tow
201
Safety Chains
201
Driving While You Tow
202
Trailer Brakes
202
Trailer Lamps
202
Launching or Retrieving a Boat
203
Recreational Towing
203
Trailer Towing Tips
203
Driving
205
Starting
205
Positions of the Ignition
205
Preparing to Start Your Vehicle
205
Important Safety Precautions
206
Starting the Engine
208
Cold Weather Starting (Flexible Fuel Vehicles Only)
208
Engine Block Heater (if Equipped)
209
Guarding against Exhaust Fumes
209
Important Ventilating Information
209
If the Engine Fails to Start Using the Preceding Instructions (Flexible Fuel Vehicles Only)
209
Brakes
211
How to Use the Engine Block Heater
211
Four-Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
212
Using ABS
212
ABS Warning Lamp
212
Parking Brake
213
Advancetrac with Roll Stability Control (Rsc ) Stability Enhancement System
214
Traction Control (TCS)
216
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
217
Roll Stability Control (RSC)
217
Switching off Traction Control
218
Trailer Sway Control (if Equipped)
218
Advancetrac with RSC Features
218
Disabling Trailer Sway Control
219
Steering
220
Preparing to Drive
220
Brake-Shift Interlock
221
Automatic Transmission Operation (if Equipped)
223
Automatic Transmission Adaptive Learning
223
Understanding the Gearshift Positions of the 6–Speed Automatic Transmission
223
Manual Transmission Operation (if Equipped)
225
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck in Mud or Snow
225
Using the Clutch
225
Recommended Shift Speeds
226
Reverse
226
Parking Your Vehicle
227
Reverse Sensing System (if Equipped)
227
Rearview Camera System (if Equipped)
229
Image Delay if Displayed through the Rearview Mirror
230
Image Delay if Displayed through the Navigation Screen
230
Active Park Assist (Apa) (if Equipped)
231
Night Time and Dark Area Use
231
Servicing
231
Automatic Search for Parking Space
232
Automatic Steering into Parking Space
233
APA Finished
234
Why Isn’t APA Searching for a Parking Space?
235
Why Doesn’t APA Offer a Particular Parking Space?
235
Why Doesn’t APA Position the Vehicle Where I Want in the Space?
235
Driving with Blind Spot Mirrors
236
Four Wheel Drive (4Wd) System (if Equipped)
237
Driving Off-Road with Truck and Utility Vehicles
237
Basic Operating Principles
238
If Your Vehicle Goes off the Edge of the Pavement
238
If Your Vehicle Gets Stuck
238
Emergency Maneuvers
239
Sand
240
Mud and Water
240
Driving on Hilly or Sloping Terrain
241
Driving on Snow and Ice
242
Maintenance and Modifications
243
Driving through Water
244
Roadside Emergencies
245
Getting Roadside Assistance
245
Hazard Flasher Control
246
Fuel Pump Shut-Off Switch
247
Fuses and Relays
247
Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel
248
Standard Fuse Amperage Rating and Color
248
Coded Fuses Table
249
Power Distribution Box
251
High-Current Fuses
252
Changing the Tires
254
Dissimilar Spare Tire/Wheel Information
255
Stopping and Securing the Vehicle
257
Removing the Jack and Tools
257
Removing the Spare Tire or Spare Tire and Tether (if Equipped)
258
Tire Change Procedure
259
Stowing the Jack and Tools
264
Stowing the Flat/Spare Tire
264
Wheel Lug Nut Torque Specifications
265
Running out of Fuel
266
Jump Starting
266
Preparing Your Vehicle
267
Connecting the Jumper Cables
267
Removing the Jumper Cables
269
Wrecker Towing
270
Emergency Towing
271
Customer Assistance
272
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
279
Reporting Safety Defects (Canada Only)
279
Cleaning
280
Exterior Chrome
280
Washing the Exterior
280
Waxing
280
Aluminum Wheels and Wheel Covers
281
Engine
281
Paint Chips
281
2.5L I4 Engine
282
3.0L V6 Engine
282
Plastic (Non-Painted) Exterior Parts
283
Windows and Wiper Blades
283
Instrument Panel/Interior Trim and Cluster Lens
284
Interior
285
Leather Seats
285
Conditioning
286
Leather Seats for the King Ranch Edition Only
286
Scratches
286
Ford and Lincoln Car Care Products
287
Underbody
287
Maintenance and Specifications
288
Precautions When Servicing Your Vehicle
288
Service Recommendations
288
Working with the Engine off
288
Opening the Hood
289
Working with the Engine on
289
Engine Compartment
290
Identifying Components in the Engine Compartment
290
Checking and Adding Washer Fluid for the Liftgate
292
Windshield Washer Fluid
292
Changing the Wiper Blades
293
Changing Rear Window Wiper Blade
294
Checking the Engine Oil
294
Adding Engine Oil
296
Engine Oil and Filter Recommendations
297
Use SAE 5W-20 Engine Oil
297
Battery
298
Checking Engine Coolant
300
Adding Engine Coolant
301
Coolant Refill Capacity
303
Recycled Engine Coolant
303
Severe Climates
303
How Fail-Safe Cooling Works
304
What You Should Know about Fail-Safe Cooling
304
Fuel Filter
305
When Fail-Safe Mode Is Activated
305
Fuel Information
306
What You Should Know about Automotive Fuels
306
Refueling
308
Easy Fuel “No Cap” Fuel System
309
Choosing the Right Fuel
310
FFV Engine (if Equipped)
310
Flex Fuel Vehicle (FFV) Fuel Fill Inlet
310
Octane Recommendations
310
Cleaner Air
311
Fuel Quality
311
Refilling with a Portable Fuel Container
312
Essentials of Good Fuel Economy
313
Filling the Tank
313
Measuring Techniques
313
Calculating Fuel Economy
314
Driving Style — Good Driving and Fuel Economy Habits
315
Habits
315
Maintenance
315
Conditions
316
Emission Control System
316
On-Board Diagnostics (OBD-II)
317
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) Testing
318
Brake/Clutch Fluid
319
Checking Automatic Transmission Fluid (if Equipped)
319
Correct Fluid Level
320
High Fluid Level
320
Low Fluid Level
320
Adjusting Automatic Transmission Fluid Levels
321
Checking Transmission Fluid Level for Recreational Flat Tow Operation
321
Air Filter
322
Checking and Adding Manual Transmission Fluid (if Equipped)
322
Changing the Air Filter Element
323
Vehicle Storage
324
Removing Vehicle from Storage
325
Motorcraft Part Numbers
326
Maintenance Product Specifications and Capacities
327
Engine Data
330
Engine Drivebelt Routing
330
Identifying Your Vehicle
331
Safety Compliance Certification Label
331
Vehicle Identification Number (Vin)
331
Transmission Code Designations
332
Accessories
333
Exterior Style
333
Interior Style
333
Ford Extended Service Plan
336
General Maintenance Information
340
Protecting Your Investment
340
Scheduled Maintenance
340
Genuine Ford Parts and Service
341
Oils, Fluids and Flushing
341
Convenience
342
Factory-Trained Technicians
342
Genuine Ford and Motorcraft Replacement Parts
342
Owner Checks and Services
342
Check Every Month
343
Check Every Six Months
343
Engine Oil/Coolant Change Intervals
343
Multi-Point Inspection
344
Normal Scheduled Maintenance and Log
346
Maintenance Schedule Log
350
Special Operating Conditions
353
Special Operating Condition Log
357
California Fuel Filter Replacement
359
Middle East Hot Climate Specifications
359
Normal Vehicle Axle Maintenance
359
Police/Taxi/Livery Vehicle Axle Maintenance
359
Engine Air Filter & Cabin Air Filter Replacement
360
Engine Coolant Change Log
361
Engine Coolant Change Record
361
Index
362
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Model
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Language
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