Ford 2000 Excursion manual

Before driving Introduction 2 Instrumentation 6 Controls and features 18 Seating and safety restraints 74 Starting and driving Starting 108 Driving 1 12 Roadside emergencies 136 Servicing Maintenance and care 158 Capacities and specifications 204 Customer assistance 212 Reporting safety defects 224 Index 225 All rights reserved. Reproduction by any[...]

The following warning may be required by California law: CALIFORNIA Proposition 65 W arning W ARNING: Engine exhaust, some of its constituents, and certain vehicle components contain or emit chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. In addition, certain fluids contained in vehicles and [...]

BREAKING-IN YOUR VEHICLE There are no particular breaking-in rules for your vehicle. During the first 1 600 km (1 000 miles) of driving, vary speeds frequently . This is necessary to give the moving parts a chance to break in. INFORMATION ABOUT THIS GUIDE The information found in this guide was in effect at the time of printing. Ford may change the[...]

These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle. V ehicle Symbol Glossary Safety Alert See Owner’ s Guide Fasten Safety Belt Air Bag-Front Air Bag-Side Child Seat Child Seat Installation W arning Child Seat T ether Anchorage Brake System Anti-Lock Brake System Brake Fluid - Non-Petroleum Based T raction Control Master Lighting Switch Ha[...]

V ehicle Symbol Glossary Child Safety Door Lock/Unlock Interior Luggage Compartment Release Symbol Panic Alarm Engine Oil Engine Coolant Engine Coolant T emperature Do Not Open When Hot Battery A void Smoking, Flames, or Sparks Battery Acid Explosive Gas Fan W arning Power Steering Fluid Maintain Correct Fluid Level MAX MIN Emission System Engine A[...]

0 0000 00000 MPH 20 km/h 40 60 80 100 120 140 160 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 LOW FUEL DOOR AJAR LOW RANGE 4 X 4 CRUISE BRAKE ! ABS + - L E F H RPM 1000 X 0 1 2 3 5 6 4 PR N 2 1 8 C 18 H D FUEL FILL SERVICE ENGINE SOON THEFT P ON OFF RES SET ACCEL COAST Headlamp control (pg. 18) Instrument panel dimmer switch (pg. 18) T urn signal and wiper/wa[...]

4X4 HIGH 2WD 4X4 LOW OFF P O W E R P O I N T O F F A / C M A X A / C F M 1 A M C B L R F R E W F F S C A N B A S S T R E B S E L B A L T A P E D I S C E J C D F A D E A U T O C L K S I D E 1 - 2 C O M P S H U F F L E E J M U T E V O L P U S H O N SEEK TUNE AM FM 1 2 3 4 5 6 D O L B Y B N R S T Climate control system (pg. 22) Gearshift lever (pg. 11[...]

W ARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES Low fuel Illuminates as an early reminder of a low fuel condition indicated on the fuel gauge (refer to Fuel Gauge in this chapter for more information). When refueling, after the light comes on, the amount of fuel that is added will be less than the advertised capacity since there is fuel still in the tank. The ignition [...]

What you should do if the Service Engine Soon light illuminates Light turns on solid: This means that the OBD II system has detected a malfunction. T emporary malfunctions may cause your Service Engine Soon light to illuminate. Examples are: 1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run poorly .) 2. Poor fuel quality or water i[...]

government emission standards. The OBD II system also assists the service technician in properly servicing your vehicle. The Service Engine Soon indicator light illuminates when the ignition is first turned to the ON position to check the bulb. If it comes on after the engine is started, one of the engine’ s emission control systems may be malfun[...]

Air bag readiness Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned ON. If the light fails to illuminate, continues to flash or remains on, have the system serviced immediately . T ransmission control indicator light (TCIL) (if equipped) Illuminates when the T ransmission Control Switch (TCS), refer to Overdrive control in the Controls and Featur[...]

Anti-lock brake system (ABS) Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light remains on, continues to flash or fails to illuminate, have the system serviced immediately . W ith the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is still effective unless the brake warning light also remai[...]

Four wheel drive low Momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ST ART position. Illuminates when four -wheel drive low is engaged. If the light continues to flash have the system serviced. Door ajar Illuminates when the ignition is in the ON or ST ART position and any door is open. Oil pressure/Engine coolant This light will come o[...]

or remains on, have the system serviced. Refer to SecuriLock 娂 passive anti-theft system in the Controls and features chapter . Safety belt warning chime Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts. For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to the Seating and safety restraints chapter . Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warni[...]

Fuel gauge Displays approximately how much fuel is in the fuel tank (when the key is in the ON position). The fuel gauge may vary slightly when the vehicle is in motion. The ignition should be in the OFF position while the vehicle is being refueled. When the gauge first indicates empty , there is a small amount of reserve fuel in the tank. When ref[...]

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. This gauge indicates the temperature of the engine coolant, not the coolant level. If the coolant is not at its proper level the gauge indication will not be accurate. Odometer Registers the total kilometers (miles) of the vehicle. T rip odometer Registers the kilometers (mi[...]

T achometer Indicates the engine speed in revolutions per minute. Driving with your tachometer pointer continuously at the top of the scale may damage the engine. Battery voltage gauge This shows the battery voltage when the ignition is in the ON position. If the pointer moves and stays outside the normal operating range (as indicated), have the ve[...]

HEADLAMP CONTROL Rotate the headlamp control to the first position to turn on the parking lamps. Rotate to the second position to also turn on the headlamps. Daytime running lamps (DRL) (if equipped) T urns the headlamps on with a reduced output. T o activate: • the ignition must be in the ON position and • the headlamp control is in the OFF or[...]

4WD CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) This control operates the 4WD. Refer to the Driving chapter for more information. Reverse sensing system (if equipped) The reverse sensing system (RSS) sounds a tone to warn the driver of obstacles near the rear bumper when the reverse gear is selected. T o help avoid personal injury , please read and understand the limita[...]

The reverse sensing system detects obstacles within approximately 1.8 meters (5.9 ft.) of the rear bumper with a decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper , (refer to the figures for approximate zone coverage areas). As you move closer to the obstacle, the rate of the tone increases. When the distance to the obstacle is less than 2[...]

AUXILIARY POWER POINT The power point is an additional power source for electrical accessories. Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter . Use the powerpoint. The maximum current draw of any single power point is 20 Amps. Exceeding this limit may result in a blown fuse. There are up to four auxiliary power points in th[...]

• Located on the right trim panel in the rear cargo area. CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM Manual heating and air conditioning system Fan speed control Controls the volume of air circulated in the vehicle. T emperature control knob Controls the temperature of the airflow inside the vehicle. Mode selector control Controls the direction of the airflow to the[...]

Since the air conditioner removes considerable moisture from the air during operation, it is normal if clear water drips on the ground under the air conditioner drain while the system is working and even after you have stopped the vehicle. • MAX A/C-Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. MAX A/C is noisier than A/C but more economical and wil[...]

Operating tips • In humid weather , select before driving. This will reduce fogging on your windshield. After a few minutes, select any desired position. • T o prevent humidity buildup inside the vehicle, don’ t drive with the climate control system in the OFF or MAX A/C position. • Don’t put objects under the front seat that will interfe[...]

Y our auxiliary A/C controls are located in the overhead console. In order for the auxiliary A/C-heater controls to function, the driver’ s auxiliary A/C-heater control must be set to REAR. The instrument panel A/C - heater controls must be on in order for the auxiliary A/C-heater to operate. When the auxiliary A/C-heater control is set to FLOOR,[...]

T urn the fan speed control knob to the desired speed. T urn the temperature control to the desired temperature. If the front seat control panel is set to MAX A/C, only cool air will be provided because no heating is available in this mode. Y ou can get warm or cool air through either the overhead registers or floor vent by turning the auxiliary mo[...]

Activating the rear window defroster will also activate the heated mirrors (if equipped). For more information refer to Heated Outside Mirrors in this section. USING YOUR AUDIO SYSTEM Premium AM/FM Stereo/Cassette/Single CD V olume/power control Press the control to turn the audio system on or off. Audio power can also be turned on by pressing the [...]

T urn control to raise or lower volume. If the volume is set above a certain level and the ignition is turned off, the volume will come back on at a “nominal” listening level when the ignition switch is turned back on. AM/FM select The AM/FM select control works in radio, tape and CD modes. AM/FM select in radio mode This control allows you to [...]

Tune adjust in radio mode • Press to move to the next frequency down the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold the control to move through the frequencies quickly . • Press to move to the next frequency up the band (whether or not a listenable station is located there). Hold for quick movement. Tune adjust for CD cha[...]

Seek function in radio mode • Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band. • Press to find the next listenable station up the frequency band. Seek function in tape mode • Press to listen to the previous selection on the tape. • Press to listen to the next selection on the tape. Seek function for CD or CD changer (if eq[...]

Scan function in tape mode Press the SCAN control to hear a short sampling of all selections on the tape. (The tape scans in a forward direction. At the end of the tape’ s first side, direction automatically reverses to the opposite side of the tape.) T o stop on a particular selection, press the control again. Scan function in CD or CD changer m[...]

Starting autoset memory preset 1. Select a frequency using the AM/FM select controls. 2. Press the AUTO control. 3. When the first six strong stations are filled, the station stored in memory preset control 1 will start playing. If there are less than six strong stations available on the frequency band, the remaining memory preset controls will all[...]

Press the TREB control then press: • to decrease the treble output and • to increase the treble output. Speaker balance adjust Speaker sound distribution can be adjusted between the right and left speakers. Press the BAL control then press: • to shift sound to the left and • to shift sound to the right. Speaker fade adjust Speaker sound can[...]

T ape/CD select • T o begin tape play (with a tape loaded into the audio system) while in the radio or CD mode, press the T APE control. Press the button during rewind or fast forward to stop the rewind or fast forward function. • T o begin CD play (if CD(s) are loaded), press the CD control. The first track of the disc will begin playing. If r[...]

Eject function Press the EJ control to stop and eject a tape. Press the EJ control to stop and eject a CD. Dolby 姞 noise reduction Dolby 威 noise reduction operates in tape mode. Dolby 威 noise reduction reduces the amount of hiss and static during tape playback. Press the control to activate (and deactivate) the Dolby 威 noise reduction. Dolb[...]

Setting the clock T o set the hour , press and hold the CLK control and press SEEK: • to decrease hours and • to increase hours. T o set the minute, press and hold the CLK control and press TUNE: • to decrease minutes and • to increase minutes. If your vehicle has a separate clock module, (other than the digital radio display), the CLK butt[...]

The CLK button will allow you to switch between media display mode (radio station, stereo information, etc.) and clock display mode (time). When in clock mode, the media information will display for 10 seconds, when the radio is turned on, and then revert to clock information. Anytime that the media is changed, (new radio station, etc.), the media [...]

If there is a discrepancy between the rear seat and the front audio controls, (i.e, both trying to listen to the same playing media), the front audio system will receive the desired selection. Adjusting the volume Press the + control to increase volume. Press the — control to decrease volume. From the RSC controls, the speaker volume can not be s[...]

Memory preset control Push the MEM control successively to allow rear seat passengers to scroll through the six memory presets in AM, FM1, or FM2. Push the MEM control in CD changer mode (if equipped) to advance to the next disc. Seek function • Press to find the next listenable station down the frequency band. • Press to find the next listenab[...]

2. Press to eject the magazine. 3. T urn the magazine (A) over . 4. Using the disc holder release knob (C), pull the disc holder (B) out of the magazine. If you pull too hard on the disc holder , the disc holder may come completely out of the magazine. If this happens, reinsert the disc holder back into the magazine while pressing on the lever (A).[...]

5. Line up the CD with the groove of the disc holder . Ensure that the label on the CD faces downwards. 6. Press in on the disc holder until it locks securely into the magazine. If the disc holders are not fully locked into the magazine, the unit will not operate. Ensure that the disc holder is evenly inserted and at the same level as the magazine [...]

If your changer does not work, it may be that: • A disc is already loaded where you want to insert a disc. • The disc is inserted with the label surface downward. • The disc is dusty or defective. • The player’ s internal temperature is above 60°C (140°F). Allow the player to cool down before operating. • A disc with format and dimens[...]

Radio frequency information The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and the Canadian Radio and T elecommunications Commission(CRTC) establish the frequencies AM and FM stations may use for their broadcasts. Allowable frequencies are: AM 530, 540–1600, 1610 kHz FM 87.7, 87.9–107.7, 107.9 MHz Not all frequencies are used in a given area. Radi[...]

POSITIONS OF THE IGNITION 1. ACCESSORY , allows the electrical accessories such as the radio to operate while the engine is not running. 2. LOCK, locks the steering wheel, automatic transmission gearshift lever and allows key removal. 3. OFF , shuts off the engine and all accessories without locking the steering wheel. 4. ON, all electrical circuit[...]

SPEED CONTROL T o turn speed control on • Press ON. V ehicle speed cannot be controlled until the vehicle is traveling at or above 48 km/h (30 mph). Do not use the speed control in heavy traffic or on roads that are winding, slippery , or unpaved. Do not shift the gearshift lever into N (Neutral) with the speed control on. T o turn speed control [...]

T o set a speed • Press SET/SET ACC/SET ACCEL. For speed control to operate, the speed control must be ON and the vehicle speed must be greater than 48 km/h (30 mph). If you drive up or down a steep hill, your vehicle speed may vary momentarily slower or faster than the set speed. This is normal. Speed control cannot reduce the vehicle speed if i[...]

Y ou can accelerate with the accelerator pedal at any time during speed control usage. Releasing the accelerator pedal will return your vehicle to the previously programmed set speed. T o set a lower set speed • Press and hold CST/COAST . Release the control when the desired speed is reached or • Press and release CST/COAST to operate the T ap-[...]

Pressing OFF will erase the previously programmed set speed. T o return to a previously set speed • Press RES/RSM/RESUME. For RES/RSM/RESUME to operate, the vehicle speed must be faster than 48 km/h (30 mph). O N O F F R E S S E T A C C E L C O A S T Controls and features 48[...]

TIL T STEERING WHEEL Pull the tilt steering control toward you to move the steering wheel up or down. Hold the control while adjusting the wheel to the desired position, then release the control to lock the steering wheel in position. Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving. HAZARD FLASHER For information on the hazard flasher co[...]

Push (tap) the end of the stalk briefly for a single swipe (no wash). Push and hold for three swipes with wash. Push and hold for a longer wash (up to ten seconds). Rear window wiper/washer controls For rear wiper operation, rotate the rear window wiper and washer control to the desired position. Select: INT 2 — One second interval rear wiper . I[...]

FLASH TO PASS Pull toward you to activate and release to deactivate. OVERDRIVE CONTROL (IF EQUIPPED) Activating overdrive (Overdrive) is the normal drive position for the best fuel economy . The overdrive function allows automatic upshifts and downshifts through all available gears. Deactivating overdrive Press the T ransmission Control Switch (TCS[...]

POWER WINDOWS Press and hold the rocker switches to open and close windows. • Press the top portion of the rocker switch to close. • Press the bottom portion of the rocker switch to open. One touch down • Press AUTO completely down and release quickly . The driver’ s window will open fully . Depress again to stop window operation. One touch[...]

Window lock The window lock feature allows only the driver to operate the power windows. T o lock out all the window controls except for the driver’ s press the left side of the control. Press the right side to restore the window controls. Accessory delay (if equipped) W ith accessory delay , the window switches may be used for up to ten minutes [...]

POWER SIDE VIEW MIRRORS (IF EQUIPPED) The ignition can be in any position to adjust the power side view mirrors. T o adjust your mirrors: 1. Select L to adjust the left mirror or R to adjust the right mirror . 2. Move the control in the direction you wish to tilt the mirror . 3. Return to the center position to lock mirrors in place. MIRRORS L R MI[...]

Fold-away mirrors Pull the side mirrors in carefully when driving through a narrow space, like an automatic car wash. Heated outside mirrors (if equipped) Both mirrors are heated automatically to remove ice, mist and fog when the rear window defrost is activated. Do not remove ice from the mirrors with a scraper or attempt to readjust the mirror gl[...]

Forward storage bin (if equipped) Press the release control to open the storage compartment. The door will open slightly and can be moved to full open. The storage compartment may be used to secure sunglasses or a similar object. Installing a garage door opener (if equipped) The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety of after[...]

Power quarter rear windows (if equipped) Press the portion of the VENT control to open the power rear quarter windows. Press the portion of the VENT control to close the power rear quarter windows. Automatic dimming inside rear view mirror (if equipped) Y our vehicle is equipped with inside rear view mirror with an auto-dimming function. The electr[...]

Illuminated visor mirror T o turn on the visor mirror lamps, lift the mirror cover . T RIP COMPUTER (IF EQUIPPED) The trip computer tells you about the condition of your vehicle through a constant monitor of vehicle systems. Y ou may select display features on the trip computer for a display of status. The appearance of your vehicle’ s trip compu[...]

Mode control Each press of the MODE control will display a different feature as follows: A verage fuel economy . The display will indicate the vehicle’ s average fuel economy in liters/100 km (or miles/gallon) since the average fuel economy was last reset. If you calculate your average fuel economy by dividing liters of fuel used by 100 kilometer[...]

• if the vehicle is started while parked on an incline. • if less than 30 liters (8 gallons) of fuel is added to the fuel tank. The fuel range function will flash for five seconds at the following distances based on fuel remaining and fuel economy calculations: • 80 km (50 miles) • 40 km (25 miles) • 16 km (10 miles) Outside air temperatu[...]

Compass zone adjustment 1. Determine which magnetic zone you are in for your geographic location by referring to the zone map. 2. Locate the trip computer on the overhead console. 3. T urn ignition to the ON position. 4. Press and hold both trip computer controls. After approximately four seconds, the trip computer will enter zone setting mode. Zon[...]

Compass calibration adjustment Perform this adjustment in an open area free from steel structures and high voltage lines. For optimum calibration, turn off all electrical accessories (heater/air conditioning, wipers, etc.) and make sure all vehicle doors are shut. 1. Locate the trip computer located in the overhead console. 2. Start the vehicle. 3.[...]

Rear courtesy/reading lamps • Second row courtesy/reading lamp • Third row courtesy/reading lamp The courtesy lamps light when: • any door is opened. • the instrument panel dimmer switch is held up until the courtesy lamps come on. • any of the remote entry controls are pressed and the ignition is OFF . W ith the ignition key in the ACC o[...]

CENTER CONSOLE Y our vehicle may be equipped with a variety of console features. These include: • Utility compartment • Coin holder slots • Pen holder • Compact disc changer (if equipped) Use only soft cups in the cupholder . Hard objects can injure you in a collision. • Utility compartment • Coin holder • Pen holder • W riting surf[...]

If there is any potential remote keyless entry problem with your vehicle, ensure ALL key fobs (remote entry transmitters) are brought to the dealership, to aid in troubleshooting. Unlocking the doors Press this control to unlock the driver door . The interior lamps and running board lamps (if equipped) will illuminate. Press the control a second ti[...]

Sounding a panic alarm Press this control to activate the alarm. T o deactivate the alarm, press the control again or turn the ignition to ACC or ON. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules and with RS-210 of Industry Canada. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2)[...]

T o replace the battery: 1. T wist a thin coin between the two halves of the transmitter near the key ring. DO NOT T AKE THE FRONT P ART OF THE TRANSMITTER AP ART . 2. Place the positive (+) side of new battery in the same orientation. Refer to the diagram inside the transmitter unit. 3. Snap the two halves back together . Replacement of the batter[...]

Replacing lost transmitters If a remote transmitter has been lost and you would like to remove it from the vehicle’ s memory , or you would like to purchase additional remote transmitters and have them programmed to your vehicle: • T ake all your vehicle’ s transmitters to your dealer for programming, or • Perform the programming procedure [...]

Keyless entry system W ith the keyless entry keypad, you can: • lock or unlock the vehicle doors without using the key . Y our vehicle has a factory set 5 digit code that operates the keyless entry system. Y ou can also program your own 5 digit personal entry code. The factory-set code is located: • on the owner’ s wallet card in the glove co[...]

Unlocking the doors with the keyless entry system T o unlock the driver’ s door , enter either the factory-set code or personal code (each digit pressed within five seconds of the prior digit). The interior lamps will illuminate. T o unlock all doors, enter the factory-set code or personal code (driver door unlocks) and press the 3/4 control with[...]

vehicle starting problems and a loss of security protection. Large metallic objects, a second key or electronic devices used to purchase gasoline or similar items on the same key ring as the P A TS ignition key may cause vehicle starting problems. If present, you need to keep these objects from touching the P A TS ignition key while starting the en[...]

Procedure to program spare SecuriLock 姟 keys to your vehicle New SecuriLock 娂 keys must have the correct mechanical key cut for your vehicle. Conventional (non-SecuriLock 娂 ) keys cannot be programmed to your vehicle. Y ou will need to have two previously programmed SecuriLock 娂 keys and the new unprogrammed SecuriLock 娂 key readily acces[...]

CARGO NET (IF EQUIPPED) The cargo net secures lightweight objects in the cargo area. Attach the net to the anchors provided. This net is not designed to restrain objects during a collision. T RIDOOR The T riDoor area is intended for cargo storage only , not for passengers. Y ou can open and close the T riDoors from outside the vehicle only . Y ou c[...]

SEA TING Full bench seat (if equipped) • Lift the track release bar to move the seat forward or backward. Ensure that the seat is relatched into place. 60/40 split bench seat (if equipped) • Lift the release bar to move the seat forward or backward. Ensure the seat is relatched into place. • Pull the seatback handle up to recline the seat. Se[...]

Captain’ s chair (if equipped) • Lift the track release bar to move the seat forward or rearward. Make sure that the seat is relatched into place. • Pull the seatback handle up to recline the seat. Adjusting the front power seat (if equipped) Never adjust the driver’ s seat or seatback when the vehicle is moving. Do not pile cargo higher th[...]

Press front to raise or lower the front portion of the seat cushion. Press rear to raise or lower the rear portion of the seat cushion. Press the control to move the seat forward, backward, up or down. Using the manual lumbar support T urn the lumbar support control toward the front of vehicle to move the lumbar support forward for more direct supp[...]

Heated seats (if equipped) T o operate the heated seats: • Push control to activate. • Push again to deactivate. The indicator light will illuminate when activated. REAR SEATS Head restraints (if equipped) Y our vehicle’ s seats may be equipped with head restraints which adjust up and down. The purpose of these head restraints is to help limi[...]

The head restraints can be moved up and down. Rear folding bench seat (if equipped) Folding down rear seats into load floor Ensure that no objects such as books, purses or briefcases are on the floor in front of the second row seats before folding them down and insure the seat is fully latched rearward. For assistance, refer to the label located on[...]

2. Lift seat cushion up and rotate forward. 3. The headrest must be removed in order to fold the seatback down. Remove 2nd row seat headrest by pushing in both tabs while pulling up on headrest simultaneously . 4. Stow headrest into the green caps found on the top of the seat cushion. Seating and safety restraints 79[...]

5. Lift the lower seat control and flip the seatback down. 6. Lift up flap on seatback to release closeout panel. 7. Rotate panel to closeout the space between the seatback and the floor . Returning the seat to upright Insure the seat is pulled back to the locked position, whether the seat is occupied or empty . If not latched, the seat may cause i[...]

2. Lift the lower seat control. 3. Pull up on the seatback while lifting the handle to lift the seatback into the upright position. 4. Remove headrest from storage position and return to 2nd row seatback. Push down headrest completely to secure. Reclining the seatback Lift the control to adjust the seatback. THIRD ROW SEAT (IF EQUIPPED) The third r[...]

T o reduce the risk of personal injury , the second row seat should not be left in the forward, E-Z entry position while the vehicle is in motion. Please ensure that the seat is in the upright, fully latched rearward position before putting the vehicle in motion. Refer to the warning label on the seat side shield. 1. Rotate the upper seat control r[...]

REMOVING THE THIRD ROW SEAT From the rear of the vehicle, with the liftgate window and cargo doors open: 1. Pull the seat release lever located on the lower right side of the seatback while pushing the seatback down onto the seat cushion. • The seatback will latch onto the cushion. 2. Lift the seat release bar located at the center of the seat ne[...]

2. Push up on the seat to verify that it is latched into the floor . 3. V erify that the safety belts can move freely on either side of the seat. SAFETY RESTRAINTS Safety restraints precautions Always drive and ride with your seatback upright and the lap belt snug and low across the hips. T o reduce the risk of injury , make sure children sit where[...]

Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. Combination lap and shoulder belts 1. Insert the belt tongue into the proper buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from) until you hear a snap and feel it latch. Make sure the tongue is securely fastened[...]

Automatic locking mode In this mode, the shoulder belt is automatically pre-locked. The belt will still retract to remove any slack in the shoulder belt. The automatic locking mode is not available on the driver safety belt. When to use the automatic locking mode • Anytime a child safety seat is installed in a passenger front or outboard rear sea[...]

• Allow the belt to retract. As the belt retracts, you will hear a clicking sound. This indicates the safety belt is now in the automatic locking mode. How to disengage the automatic locking mode Ford recommends that all safety belt assemblies and attaching hardware should be inspected by a qualified technician after any collision. Safety belt as[...]

Safety belt replacement label The short plastic boot on the front safety belt at the passenger outboard anchor location covers a “Replace Belt” label on the safety belt. In the event of a collision, the colored label (REPLACE BEL T) may become visible. If this occurs, the safety belt must be replaced. Whenever the yellow portion of the label is[...]

Failure to follow these instructions will affect the performance of the safety belts and increase the risk of personal injury . Front and second row safety belt height adjustment Y our vehicle has safety belt height adjustments for the driver , front passenger and second row passengers. Adjust the height of the shoulder belt so the belt rests acros[...]

Insert the tongue into the correct buckle (the buckle closest to the direction the tongue is coming from). T o lengthen the belt, turn the tongue at a right angle to the belt and pull across your lap until it reaches the buckle. T o tighten the belt, pull the loose end of the belt through the tongue until it fits snugly across the hips. Shorten and[...]

Safety belt warning light and indicator chime The seat belt warning light illuminates in the instrument cluster and a chime sounds to remind the occupants to fasten their safety belts. Conditions of operation If... Then... The driver’ s safety belt is not buckled before the ignition switch is turned to the ON position... The safety belt warning l[...]

The purpose of the Belt Minder is to remind occasional wearers to wear safety belts all of the time. The following are reasons most often given for not wearing safety belts: (All statistics based on U.S. data) Reasons given... Consider ... ⬙ Crashes are rare events ⬙ 36 700 crashes occur every day . The more we drive, the more we are exposed to[...]

Do not sit on top a buckled safety belt to avoid the Belt Minder chime. Sitting on the safety belt will increase the risk of injury in an accident. T o disable (one-time) or deactivate the Belt Minder feature please follow the directions stated below . One time disable Anytime the safety belt is buckled and then unbuckled during an ignition ON cycl[...]

5. Buckle then unbuckle the safety belt three times, ending with the safety belt unbuckled. • After step 5 the safety belt warning light will be turned on for three seconds. 6. W ithin seven seconds of the safety belt warning light turning off, buckle then unbuckle the safety belt. • This will disable Belt Minder if it is currently enabled, or [...]

Refer to Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts in the Maintenance and care section. AIR BAG SUPPLEMENT AL RESTRAINT SYSTEM (SRS) Y our vehicle is equipped with a crash sensing and diagnostic module which records information about the air bag and sensor systems. In the event of a collision this module may save information related to the collisio[...]

All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver , should always properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag SRS is provided. Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints. National Highway T raffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recommends a minimum distance of at[...]

Children and air bags For additional important safety information, read all information on safety restraints in this guide. Children must always be properly restrained. Accident statistics suggest that children are safer when properly restrained in the rear seating positions than in the front seating position. Failure to follow these instructions m[...]

The air bags inflate and deflate rapidly upon activation. After air bag deployment, it is normal to notice a smoke-like, powdery residue or smell the burnt propellant. This may consist of cornstarch, talcum powder (to lubricate the bag) or sodium compounds (e.g., baking soda) that result from the combustion process that inflates the air bag. Small [...]

• and the electrical wiring which connects the components. The diagnostic module monitors its own internal circuits and the supplemental air bag electrical system warning (including the impact sensors), the system wiring, the air bag system readiness light, the air bag back up power and the air bag ignitors. Determining if the system is operation[...]

Important child restraint precautions Y ou are required by law to use safety restraints for children in the U.S. and Canada. If small children ride in your vehicle (generally children who are four years old or younger and who weigh 18 kg [40 lbs] or less), you must put them in safety seats made especially for children. Check your local and state or[...]

A belt-positioning booster should be used if the shoulder belt rests in front of the child’ s face or neck, or if the lap belt does not fit snugly on both thighs, or if the thighs are too short to let the child sit all the way back on the seat cushion when the lower legs hang over the edge of the seat cushion. Y ou may wish to discuss the special[...]

• Keep the buckle release button pointing up and away from the safety seat, with the tongue between the child seat and the release button, to prevent accidental unbuckling. • Place seat back in upright position. • Put the safety belt in the automatic locking mode. Refer to Automatic locking mode (passenger side front and outboard rear seating[...]

Children 12 and under should be properly restrained in the rear seat whenever possible. 2. Pull down on the shoulder belt and then grasp the shoulder belt and lap belt together . 3. While holding the shoulder and lap belt portions together , route the tongue through the child seat according to the child seat manufacturer’ s instructions. Be sure [...]

5. T o put the retractor in the automatic locking mode, grasp the shoulder portion of the belt and pull downward until all of the belt is extracted and a click is heard. 6. Allow the belt to retract. The belt will click as it retracts to indicate it is in the automatic locking mode. 7. Pull the lap belt portion across the child seat toward the buck[...]

Attaching child safety seats with tether straps Most new forward-facing child safety seats include a tether strap which goes over the back of the seat and hooks to an anchoring point. T ether straps are available as an accessory for many older safety seats. Contact the manufacturer of your child seat for information about ordering a tether strap. T[...]

3. Locate the correct anchor for the selected seating position. • The anchors are located under the seat frame. 4. Clip the tether strap to the anchor as shown. If the tether strap is clipped incorrectly , the child safety seat may not be retained properly in the event of a collision. Seating and safety restraints 106[...]

5. Refer to the Installing child safety seats in combination lap and shoulder belt seating positions section of this chapter for further instructions to secure the child safety seat. 6. T ighten the child safety seat tether strap according to the manufacturer’ s instructions. If the safety seat is not anchored properly , the risk of a child being[...]

PREPARING TO START YOUR VEHICLE Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system. This system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio noise. When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerator before or during starting. Only use [...]

2. Make sure the headlamps and vehicle accessories are off. 3. Make sure the parking brake is set. 4. Make sure the gearshift is in P (Park). 3. T urn the key to 4 (ON) without turning the key to 5 (ST ART). If there is difficulty in turning the key , firmly rotate the steering wheel left and right until the key turns freely . This condition may oc[...]

ST ARTING THE ENGINE 1. T urn the key to 5 (ST ART) without pressing the accelerator pedal and release as soon as the engine starts. The key will return to 4 (ON). 2. If the temperature is above –12°C (10°F) and the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try , turn the key to OFF , wait 10 seconds and try again. 3. If the temper[...]

Guarding against exhaust fumes Although odorless and colorless, carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. T ake precautions to avoid its dangerous effects. If you ever smell exhaust fumes of any kind inside your vehicle, have your dealer inspect and fix your vehicle immediately . Do not drive if you smell exhaust fumes. These fumes are harmful a[...]

BRAKES Y our service brakes are self-adjusting. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for scheduled maintenance. Occasional brake noise is normal and often does not indicate a performance concern with the vehicle’ s brake system. In normal operation, automotive brake systems may emit occasional or intermittent squeal or groan noises when the b[...]

ABS warning lamp ABS The ABS warning lamp in the instrument cluster momentarily illuminates when the ignition is turned to the ON position. If the light does not illuminate momentarily at start up, remains on or continues to flash, the ABS needs to be serviced. W ith the ABS light on, the anti-lock brake system is disabled and normal braking is sti[...]

The BRAKE warning lamp in the instrument cluster illuminates and remains illuminated (when the ignition is turned ON) until the parking brake is released. Always set the parking brake fully and make sure that the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park) (automatic transmission) or in 1 (First) (manual transmission). The parking brake is not recomm[...]

PREPARING TO DRIVE YOUR VEHICLE Utility vehicles have a significantly higher rollover rate than other types of vehicles. In a rollover crash, an unbelted person is significantly more likely to die than a person wearing a seat belt. Y our vehicle has special design and equipment features to make it capable of performing in a wide variety of circumst[...]

If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in the ON position and the brake pedal depressed: 1. Apply the parking brake, turn ignition to the LOCK position, then remove the key . 2. Reinsert the key and turn the ignition to the OFF position. 3. Press and hold down the brake pedal and shift into N (Neutral). 4. Start the ve[...]

Hold the brake pedal down while you move the gearshift lever from P (Park) to another position. If you do not hold the brake pedal down, your vehicle may move unexpectedly and injure someone. P (Park) Always come to a complete stop before shifting into P (Park). Make sure the gearshift lever is securely latched in P (Park). This position locks the [...]

The transmission control indicator light (TCIL) (the word OFF) on the end of the gearshift lever will illuminate. Drive – Not shown on the display . Activate by pressing the transmission control switch (TCS) on the end of the gearshift lever with the gearshift in the position. The TCIL (the word OFF) will illuminate on the gearshift lever . T ran[...]

Forced Downshifts T o gain acceleration in (Overdrive) or Drive (O/D OFF) when passing another vehicle, push the accelerator to the floor . The transmission will downshift to the appropriate gear: third, second or first gear . Shift strategy (4R100 automatic transmission) T o account for customer driving habits and conditions, your 4R100 automatic [...]

If equipped with the Electronic Shift 4WD System, and the instrument panel control is moved to 4WD Low while the vehicle is moving, the system will not engage and no damage will occur to the 4WD system. Before 4WD Low can be engaged, the vehicle must be at a complete stop with the brake pedal depressed and the transmission in N (Neutral). 4H or 4L [...]

• 4x4 -momentarily illuminates when the vehicle is started. Illuminates when 4x4 High or 4x4 LOW is engaged. • LOW RANGE –momentarily illuminates when the vehicle is started. Illuminates when 4x4 Low is engaged. Using the electronic shift 4WD system Positions of the electronic shift system T o prevent damage, the electronic shift 4WD system i[...]

Shifting from 4x4 HIGH (4WD high) to 2WD (2WD high) Rotate the 4WD control to 2WD at any forward speed. Disengagement of the transfer case and front hubs may be delayed due to torque bind which is caused by driving on dry hard surfaces or performing tight turns while using the 4WD system. • Yo u do not need to operate the vehicle in R (Reverse) t[...]

4. Move the 4WD control to the 4x4 HIGH (4WD high) or 2WD (2WD high) position. 5. Hold the shift command until the LOW RANGE indicator light shuts off. 6. If the LOW RANGE indicator light does not shut off after 15 seconds, start the vehicle moving, then repeat steps 1 through 5 before reporting any shift concerns to your dealer . Driving off-road [...]

Do not spin the wheels at over 56 km/h (35 mph). The tires may fail and injure a passenger or bystander . Sand When driving over sand, try to keep all four wheels on the most solid area of the trail. Do not reduce the tire pressures but shift to a lower gear and drive steadily through the terrain. Apply the accelerator slowly and avoid spinning the[...]

When descending a steep hill, avoid sudden braking. Shift to a lower gear when added engine braking is desired. When speed control is on and you are driving uphill, your vehicle speed may drop considerably , especially if you are carrying a heavy load. If vehicle speed drops more than 16 km/h (10 mph), the speed control will cancel automatically . [...]

• GVWR (Gross V ehicle W eight Rating): Maximum total weight of the base vehicle, passengers, optional equipment and cargo. The GVWR is specific to each vehicle and is listed on the Safety Certification Label on the driver’ s door pillar . • GA WR (Gross Axle W eight Rating): Carrying capacity for each axle system. The GA WR is specific to ea[...]

to the front of your vehicle, (potentially including weight added to the cab), the weight added should not exceed the front axle reserve capacity (F ARC). Additional frontal weight may be added to the front axle reserve capacity provided you limit your payload in other ways (i.e. restrict the number of passengers or amount of cargo carried). Y ou m[...]

3. Subtract your loaded vehicle weight from the maximum GCWR on the following charts. This is the maximum trailer weight your vehicle can tow and must fall below the maximum shown under maximum trailer weight on the chart. DRIVING THROUGH WATER Do not drive quickly through standing water , especially if the depth is unknown. T raction or brake capa[...]

4x2 w/automatic transmission Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-kg (lbs.) Maximum trailer weight-kg (lbs.) 5.4L 3.73 5 896 (13 000) 2 812 (6 200) 6.8L 3.73 7 711 (17 000) 4 536 (10 000) 6.8L 4.30 8 164 (18 000) 4 536 (10 000) 4x4 w/automatic transmission Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-kg (lbs.) Maximum trailer weight-kg (lbs.) 5.4L 4.10 6 577[...]

4x4 with automatic transmission Engine Rear axle ratio Maximum GCWR-kg (lbs.) Maximum trailer weight-kg (lbs.) 5.4L 4.10 6 577 (14 500) 3 265 (7 200) 6.8L 3.73 7 711 (17 000) 4 354 (9 600) 6.8L 4.30 8 164 (18 000) 4 536 (10 000) 7.3L (Diesel) 3.73 8 164 (18 000) 4 536 (10 000) The frame mounted hitch receiver is non-removable. T owing a Class IV tr[...]

Safety chains Always connect the trailer’ s safety chains to the frame or hook retainers of the vehicle. T o connect the trailer’ s safety chains, cross the chains under the trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners. If you use a rental trailer , follow the instructions that the rental agency gives to you. Attach safety chains to the h[...]

• Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer . • Use a lower gear when towing up or down steep hills. This will eliminate excessive downshifting and upshifting for optimum fuel economy and transmission cooling. • Anticipate stops and brake gradually . Exceeding the GCWR rating may cause internal transmission damag[...]

Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter critical vehicle components, adversely affecting driveability , emissions and reliability . Replace front and rear axle lubricants anytime the axles have been submerged in water . Axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked unless a leak is suspected. Recreational towing (all wheels on the ground)[...]

T o adjust the cross-bar position: 1. Release the latch at both ends of the cross-bar (both cross-bars are adjustable). 2. Slide cross-bar to the desired location. 3. T ighten the latch at both ends of the cross-bar . T o remove the cross-bar assembly from the roof rack side rails: 1. Loosen the latch at both ends of the cross-bar (both cross-bars [...]

T o adjust the tie-downs: Use the adjustable tie downs to secure loads to the luggage carrier . 1. Loosen the slider knobs at each end of the cross rail. 2. Slide the crossbar to the desired placement. Ensure that both sides of the crossrails are even. 3. T ighten the slider knobs at both ends of the cross-bar . Driving 135[...]

GETTING ROADSIDE ASSIST ANCE T o fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate from the New V ehicle Limited W arranty . The service is available: • 24–hours, seven days a week • for the Basic warranty period (Canada) or New V ehicle Limited W arranty peri[...]

Roadside coverage beyond basic warranty In the United States, you may purchase additional roadside assistance coverage beyond this period through the Ford Auto Club by contacting your Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealer . Similarly in Canada, you may purchase additional coverage beyond the basic coverage period by consulting the Ford Roadside Assistance[...]

The fuel pump shut-off switch is located in the passenger’ s foot well, by the kick panel. Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch. 1. T urn the ignition to the OFF position. 2. Check the fuel system for leaks. 3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset the fuel pump shut-off switch by pushing in on the reset button. 4. T ur[...]

Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire damage and could start a fire. Standard fuse amperage rating and color COLOR Fuse Rating Mini Fuses Standard Fuses Maxi Fuses Cartridge Maxi Fuses Fuse Link Cartridge 2A Grey Grey — — — 3A Violet Violet — ?[...]

T o remove the fuse panel cover , turn the panel fasteners counterclockwise. T o remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel cover . FUSE1 RELAY 1 RELAY 2 RELAY 3 RELAY 4 RELAY 5 12 22 21 3 2 3 31 4 2 4 4 16 15 25 52 6 61 7 2 7 71 8 2 8 81 9 2 9 11 21 31 93 0 10 20 Roadside emergencies 140[...]

The fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 1 20A Radio, Secondary Fusing for Audio Options 2 5A Instrument Cluster , Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Keep Alive Memory , P A TS LED 3 20A Cigar Lighter , Data Link Connector 4 — Not Used 5 10A Ignition Run Power Feed (Customer Acc[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Passenger Compartment Fuse Panel Description 17 15A Heated Mirrors, Rear Defroster ⬙ ON ⬙ indicator 18 10A Rear Integrated Control Panel (RICP), CD Changer 19 10A Instrument Cluster , GEM Module, Overdrive Cancel Switch, P A TS/P A TS T ransiever , Idle V alidation Switch (Diesel only) 20 15A Starter Motor Re[...]

Power distribution box The power distribution box is located in the engine compartment. The power distribution box contains high-current fuses that protect your vehicle’ s main electrical systems from overloads. Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current fuses. Always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before reconne[...]

The high-current fuses are coded as follows. Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description 1 20A* Rear W iper 2 10A* Air Bag 3 15A* Quarter Flip W indow Motor 4 20A* T railer T ow Backup Lamps, T railer T ow Park Lamps 5 20A* Instrument Panel Auxiliary Power Point 6 10A* Gasoline only-A/C (CASS) Diesel only-Alternator ⬙ A[...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description 101 50A** Ignition Switch (B1 & B3) 102 30A** Power Door Locks 103 40A** Auxiliary Blower 104 30A** Electronic Shift On The Fly (T ransfer Case Motor) 105 50A** Junction Box Battery Feed 106 — (Gasoline only) 30A** (Diesel only) Gasoline only-Not Used Diesel only-Injector [...]

Fuse/Relay Location Fuse Amp Rating Power Distribution Box Description 208 — W iper HI/LOW 209 — Front W asher 301 — Horn Relay 302 — Gasoline only-A/C (CASS) Diesel only-Injector Driver Module Power Relay 303 — Blower Motor 304 — EEC Power 401 — Not Used 501 — Powertrain Control Module Diode 502 — A/C Clutch Diode 503 — Not Use[...]

Location of the spare tire and tools The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the following locations: T ool Location Spare tire Mounted on the left rear quarter panel in the cargo area Jack In the rear cargo area stowage bin. Jack handle and lug wrench On top of the radiator support in the engine compartment Tire change procedure T [...]

2. T urn engine OFF and block the diagonally opposite wheel (block not provided). 3. Remove the jack, jack handle, lug wrench and spare tire from the stowage locations. 4. Use the tip of the lug wrench to remove any wheel trim. 5. Loosen each wheel lug nut one-half turn counterclockwise but do not remove them until the wheel is raised off the groun[...]

• Front passenger side (4x4) • Front driver side (4x4) Make sure the jack fits into the notched area on the differential housing. • Rear 2000 U137 (hdw) Owners Guide (owners) USA English (fus) Roadside emergencies 149[...]

8. T urn the jack handle clockwise until the wheel is completely off the ground and high enough to install the spare tire. T o lessen the risk of personal injury , do not put any part of your body under the vehicle while changing a tire. Do not start the engine when your vehicle is on the jack. The jack is only meant for changing the tire. • Neve[...]

On all two-piece flat wheel nuts, apply one drop of motor oil between the flat washer and the nut. Do not apply motor oil to the wheel nut threads or the wheel stud threads. When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or the surface of the front disc brake hub and r[...]

Preparing your vehicle When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the transmission must relearn its adaptive strategy . As a result of this, the transmission may shift firmly . This operation is considered normal and will not effect function or durability of the transmission. Over time, the adaptive learning process will fully [...]

2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) terminal of the assisting battery . 3. Connect the negative (-) cable to the negative (-) terminal of the assisting battery . 4. Make the final connection of the negative (-) cable to an exposed metal part of the stalled vehicle’ s engine, away from the battery and the carbure[...]

Do not connect the end of the second cable to the negative (-) terminal of the battery to be jumped. A spark may cause an explosion of the gases that surround the battery . 5. Ensure that the cables are clear of fan blades, belts, moving parts of both engines, or any fuel delivery system parts. Jump starting 1. Start the engine of the booster vehic[...]

2. Remove the jumper cable on the negative (-) connection of the booster vehicle’ s battery . 3. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the booster vehicle’ s battery . 4. Remove the jumper cable from the positive (+) terminal of the disabled vehicle’ s battery . + – + – + – + – + – + – 2000 U137 (hdw) Owners Gu[...]

After the disabled vehicle has been started and the jumper cables removed, allow it to idle for several minutes so the engine computer can relearn its idle conditions. When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the transmission must relearn its adaptive strategy . As a result of this, the transmission may shift firmly . This op[...]

WRECKER TOWING If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing service or , if you are a member , your roadside assistance center . On 4x2 vehicles, it is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the front wheels on the ground and the rear wheels off the ground using a wheel lift or a slingbelt with T -hooks. On 4x4 vehicles, it is [...]

SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS T o help you service your vehicle: • W e highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy location. • W e provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes tracking routine service easy . If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide necessary parts and service. Check your ?[...]

Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not remove it while the engine is running. OPENING THE HOOD 1. Inside the vehicle, pull the hood release handle located under the bottom left corner of the instrument panel. 2. Go to the front of the vehicle and release the auxiliary latch located under the right center of the hood. Slide[...]

IDENTIFYING COMPONENTS IN THE ENGINE COMPARTMENT 5.4L V8/6.8L V10 GASOLINE ENGINES Refer to the 7.3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection T urbo Diesel Owner’ s Guide Supplement for diesel engine component locations. 1. Battery 2. Engine oil filler cap 3. T ransmission fluid dipstick 4. Engine oil dipstick 5. Brake fluid reservoir 6. Power distribu[...]

1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground. 2. T urn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the oil pan. 3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P (Park). 4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat. 5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick). 6. W ipe [...]

Adding engine oil 1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer to Checking the engine oil in this chapter . 2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certified engine oil of the recommended viscosity . Remove the engine oil filler cap and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening. 3. Recheck the engine oil l[...]

that does not meet Ford material and design specifications, start-up engine noises or knock may be experienced. It is recommended you use the appropriate Motorcraft oil filter (or another brand meeting Ford specifications) for your engine application. BRAKE FLUID Checking and adding brake fluid—gasoline engine Brake fluid should be checked and re[...]

If you use a brake fluid that is not DOT 3, you will cause permanent damage to your brakes. Do not let the reservoir for the master cylinder run dry . This may cause the brakes to fail. Checking and adding brake fluid—diesel engine Check and refill the Hydromax brake fluid reservoir using the following procedure. Refer to the scheduled maintenanc[...]

Brake system fluid should be replaced on a regular basis to maintain optimum braking performance, especially under heavy-duty driving conditions such as frequent steep grades or heavy loads. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the service interval. WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID Checking and adding washer fluid Check the washer fluid whenever you[...]

A 50/50 mixture of distilled water and Ford Premium Engine Coolant provides: • maximum cooling system efficiency . • freeze protection down to -36° C (-34° F). • boiling protection up to 129° C (265° F). • protection against rust and other forms of corrosion. • an accurate temperature readout from the engine coolant gauge. The engine [...]

Automotive fluids are not interchangeable; do not use engine coolant, antifreeze or windshield washer fluid outside of its specified function and vehicle location. Adding engine coolant Use only Ford Premium Engine Coolant E2FZ-19549-AA (in Canada, Motorcraft CXC-10) or a premium engine coolant that meets Ford specification ESE-M97B44-A. • DO NOT[...]

Plain water may be added in an emergency , but you must replace it with a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water as soon as possible. Check the coolant level in the reservoir before you drive your vehicle the next few times (with the engine cool). If necessary , add a 50/50 mixture of engine coolant and distilled water to the engine co[...]

Coolant refill capacity T o find out how much fluid your vehicle’ s cooling system can hold, refer to Refill capacities in the Capacities and specifications chapter . Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined in Adding engine coolant in this chapter . Severe climates If you drive in extremely cold climates (less than –36° C [–34° F]): [...]

What you should know about fail-safe cooling (if equipped) If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle to be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred. The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load and terrain. How fail-safe cooling works If the engine begins to ove[...]

Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the engine is running or hot. 5. Re-start the engine and take your vehicle to a service facility . Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem increases the chance of engine damage. T ake your vehicle to a service facility as soon as possible. CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID Check t[...]

3. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several times. 4. T urn the engine off. 5. Recheck the fluid level on the dipstick. Do not add fluid if the level is between the arrows in the FULL COLD range. 6. If the fluid is low , add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking the level until it reaches the FULL COLD range. B[...]

Low fluid level Do not drive the vehicle if the fluid level is at the bottom of the dipstick and the ambient temperature is above 10°C (50°F). Correct fluid level The transmission fluid should be checked at normal operating temperature 66°C-77°C (150°F-170°F) on a level surface. The normal operating temperature can be reached after approximat[...]

Adjusting automatic transmission fluid levels Before adding any fluid, make sure the correct type is used. The type of fluid used is normally indicated on the dipstick and also in the Lubricant specifications section in the Capacities and specifications chapter . Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause internal transmission com[...]

3. Add only enough fluid through the filler opening so that the fluid level is at the bottom of the opening. Use only fluid that meets Ford specifications. Refer to the Capacities and specifications chapter . BATTERY Y our vehicle is equipped with a Motorcraft maintenance-free battery which normally does not require additional water during its life[...]

For longer , trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean and dry . Also, make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to the battery terminals. If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals, remove the cables from the terminals and clean with a wire brush. Y ou can neutralize the acid with a solution of baking so[...]

1. W ith the vehicle at a complete stop, set the parking brake. 2. Put the gearshift in P (Park), turn off all accessories and start the engine. 3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature. 4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 5. T urn the A/C on and allow the engine to idle for at least one minute. 6. W ith your[...]

Changing the air filter element 1. Loosen the clamp that secures the air filter element in place. 2. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing. 3. Remove the air filter element from the open end of the air filter housing. 4. Install a new air filter element, ensuring the arrow on the top half of the air filter housing lines up wit[...]

T RACTION-LOK AXLE (IF EQUIPPED) This axle provides added traction on slippery surfaces, particularly when one wheel is on a poor traction surface. Under normal conditions, the T raction-Lok axle functions like a standard rear axle. Extended use of other than the manufacturer’ s specified size tires on a T raction-Lok rear axle could result in a [...]

Changing the wiper blades T o replace the wiper blades: 1. Pull the wiper arm away from the windshield and lock into the service position. 2. T urn the blade at an angle from the wiper arm. Push the lock pin manually to release the blade and pull the wiper blade down toward the windshield to remove it from the arm. 3. Attach the new wiper to the wi[...]

U.S. Department of T ransportation-T ire quality grades: The U.S. Department of T ransportation requires Ford to give you the following information about tire grades exactly as the government has written it. T readwear The treadwear grade is a comparative rating based on the wear rate of the tire when tested under controlled conditions on a specifi[...]

The temperature grade for this tire is established for a tire that is properly inflated and not overloaded. Excessive speed, underinflation, or excessive loading, either separately or in combination, can cause heat buildup and possible tire failure. SERVICING YOUR TIRES Checking the tire pressure • Use an accurate tire pressure gauge. • Check t[...]

• Five tire rotation Replacing the tires Replace the tires when the wear band is visible through the tire treads. When replacing full size tires, never mix radial bias-belted, or bias-type tires. Use only the tire sizes that are listed on the Certification Label. Make sure that all tires are the same size, speed rating, and load-carrying capacity[...]

Do not replace your tires with “high performance” tires or larger size tires. Failure to follow these precautions may adversely affect the handling of the vehicle and make it easier for the driver to lose control and roll over . T ires that are larger or smaller than your vehicle’ s original tires may also affect the accuracy of your speedome[...]

WHAT YOU SHOULD KNOW ABOUT AUTOMOTIVE FUELS Important safety precautions Do not overfill the fuel tank. The pressure in an overfilled tank may cause leakage and lead to fuel spray and fire. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing th[...]

• A void inhaling fuel vapors. Inhaling too much fuel vapor of any kind can lead to eye and respiratory tract irritation. In severe cases, excessive or prolonged breathing of fuel vapor can cause serious illness and permanent injury . • A void getting fuel liquid in your eyes. If fuel is splashed in the eyes, remove contact lenses (if worn), fl[...]

Choosing the right fuel Use only UNLEADED FUEL. The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law and could damage your vehicle. Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can damage critical fuel system components. Y our vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic compounds, including manganese-based compounds containing MMT . Repa[...]

your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the W orld-wide Fuel Charter . In Canada, look for fuels that display the Automaker’ s Choice Logo. Cleaner air Ford approves the use of reformulated “cleaner -burning” gasolines to improve air quality . These gasolines may contain oxygenates up to 10% ethanol or 15% MTBE. Running out of fuel A voi[...]

be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used. The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may spray out and injure you [...]

empty . Empty reserve is the small amount of usable fuel remaining in the fuel tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty . The amount of empty reserve varies and should not be relied upon to increase driving range. When refueling your vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty , you might not be able to refuel the full amount of the advertised ca[...]

economy under current driving conditions. Additionally , keeping records during summer and winter will show how temperature impacts fuel economy . In general, lower temperatures give lower fuel economy . Driving style — good driving and fuel economy habits Give consideration to the lists that follow and you may be able to change a number of varia[...]

• Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks found in your vehicle scheduled maintenance guide. Conditions • Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy at any speed. • Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately 0[...]

converter and other emission control components continue to work properly: • Use only the specified fuel listed. • A void running out of fuel. • Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially at high speeds. • Have the items listed in your scheduled maintenance guide performed according to the specified schedule. The [...]

Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an I/M test of the on-board diagnostics system. If your “Check Engine/Service Engine Soon” light is on, refer to the description in the W arning Lights and Chimes section of the Instrumentation chapter . Y our vehicle may not pass the I/[...]

Replacing headlamp bulbs 1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the OFF position. 2. Open the hood. 3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the bulb by pulling rearward. 4. Remove bulb retainer ring by turning it counterclockwise about 1 ⁄ 4 turn, then slide the ring off the plastic base. 5. W ithout turning, carefully pull bulb out of [...]

3. Remove the two screws and carefully disengage parking lamp/turn signal assembly from the vehicle. 4. Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise about 1 ⁄ 4 turn and remove from lamp assembly . 5. Carefully pull bulb straight out of the socket and push in the new bulb. 6. Install the bulb socket in lamp assembly by turning clockwise. 7. Align the lamp[...]

Replacing tail lamp/turn/backup lamp bulbs The tail lamp/turn/backup lamp bulbs are located in the same portion of the tail lamp assembly , one just below the other . Follow the same steps to replace either bulb: 1. Remove the four screws and the lamp assembly from vehicle. 2. Rotate bulb socket counterclockwise about 1 ⁄ 4 turn and remove from l[...]

T o install the brakelamp assembly: 1. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly and rotate 45 degrees. 2. Install the lamp assembly on the vehicle and secure with two screws. Replacing license plate lamp bulbs The license plate bulbs are located behind the rear bumper . T o change the license plate lamp bulbs: 1. Reach behind the rear bumper [...]

Function Number of bulbs T rade number Headlamps 2 9007 Park/turn lamp 2 3157 Sidemarker lamp 2 194 T ail/stop lamp 2 3157 K T urn lamp (rear) 2 3156K Backup lamp 2 3156K High-mount brakelamp 3 912 Rear dome lamp 1 921 Map/dome lamp 2 578 Second row reading lamp 2 578 Third row reading lamp 2 211-2 License lamp 2 168 All replacement bulbs are clear[...]

W ashing your vehicle W ash your vehicle regularly with cold or lukewarm water . Never use strong detergents or soap. If your vehicle is particularly dirty , use a quality car wash detergent. Always use a clean sponge, washing glove or similar device and plenty of water for best results. T o avoid spots, avoid washing when the hood is still warm, i[...]

Repairing paint chips Minor scratches or paint damage from road debris may be repaired with the Ultra T ouch Prep and Finishing Kit (#F7AZ-19K507–BA), Lacquer T ouch-up Paint (#ALBZ-19500–XXXXA), or Exterior Acrylic Spray Lacquer (#ALAZ-19500–XXXXA) from the Ford Car Care Chemicals line. Please note that the part numbers (shown as XXXX above)[...]

Cleaning the exterior lamps W ash with the same detergent as the exterior of your vehicle. If necessary , use a tar remover such as Ford Extra Strength T ar and Road Oil Remover (B7A-19520–AA). T o avoid scratching the lamps, do not use a dry paper towel, chemical solvents or abrasive cleaners. Cleaning the wiper blades, windshield and rear windo[...]

Cleaning the interior fabric Remove dust and loose dirt with a whisk broom or a vacuum cleaner . Remove fresh spots immediately . Do not use household or glass cleaners. These agents can stain and discolor the fabric. Use a mild soap and water solution if necessary . Cleaning and maintaining the safety belts Clean the safety belts with a mild soap [...]

MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS Component* 5.4L V8 engine 6.8L V10 engine Air filter element F A-1634 F A-1634 Fuel filter FG-986B FG-986B Oil filter FL-820-S FL-820-S PCV valve EV -233 EV -233 Battery BXT -65-750 BXT -65-750 Spark plugs-platinum** A WSF-22E A WSF-22E *Refer to the 7.3 Liter Power Stroke Direct Injection T urbo Diesel Owner’ s Guide Supp[...]

Fluid Ford Part Name Application Capacity Engine coolant-Diesel engine Refer to your 7.3L Diesel Supplement Engine oil (includes filter change)-Gasoline engines Motorcraft SAE 5W -30 Super Premium Motor Oil All 5.7L (6.0 quarts) Engine oil (includes filter change)-Diesel engine Refer to your 7.3L Diesel Supplement Fuel tank N/A All 166.6L (44.0 gal[...]

Service refill capacities are determined by filling the rear axle to the bottom of the filler hole with the specified lubricant. 3 Use Ford Premium Engine Coolant (green in color). DO NOT USE Ford Extended Life Engine Coolant (orange in color). Refer to Adding engine coolant, in the Maintenance and Care chapter . 4 If equipped with auxiliary rear h[...]

LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS Item Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number Ford specification Front axle Motorcraft SAE 75W -90 Premium 4x4 Front Axle Lubricant XY -75W90-TQL WSP-M2C201-A Rear axle 1 Motorcraft SAE 75W -140 High Performance Synthetic Rear Axle Lubricant F1TZ-19580-B WSL-M2C192-A Brake fluid High Performance DOT 3 Motor V ehicle Br[...]

Item Ford part name or equivalent Ford part number Ford specification Hinges, latches, striker plates, fuel filler door hinge and seat tracks Multi-Purpose Grease DOAZ-19584-AA or F5AZ-19G209-AA ESB-M1C93-B or ESR-M1C159-A T ransmission /steering/parking brake linkages and pivots, brake pedal shaft Premium Long-Life Grease XG-1-C or XG-1-K ESA-M1C7[...]

Some transmission fluids may be labeled as dual usage, such as MERCON 威 and MERCON 威 V . These dual usage fluids are not to be used in an automatic transmission that requires use of the MERCON 威 type fluid. However , these dual usage fluids may be used in transmissions that require the MERCON 威 V type fluid. MERCON 威 and MERCON 威 V type[...]

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IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE CERTIFICATION LABEL The National Highway T raffic Safety Administration Regulations require that a Certification Label be affixed to a vehicle and prescribe where the Certification Label may be located. The Certification Label is located on the front door latch pillar on the driver’ s side. V EHICLE IDENTIFICATION NUMBER [...]

Ford Extended Service Plan Y ou can get more protection for your new car or light truck by purchasing Ford Extended Service Plan (Ford ESP) coverage. Ford ESP is an optional service contract which is backed by Ford Motor Company or Ford Motor Service Company (in the U.S.) and Ford of Canada (in Canada). It provides the following: • benefits durin[...]

If you have questions or concerns, or are unsatisfied with the service you are receiving, follow these steps: 1. Contact your Sales Representative or Service Advisor at your selling/servicing dealership. 2. If your inquiry or concern remains unresolved, contact the Sales Manager or Service Manager at the dealership. 3. If the inquiry or concern can[...]

If you own a Lincoln vehicle and are away from home when your vehicle needs service, or if you need more help than the dealership could provide, after following the steps described above, contact the Ford Customer Assistance Center to find an authorized dealership to help you. In the United States: Ford Motor Company Customer Assistance Center 1680[...]

replacement or repurchase remedies provided by certain state laws. This dispute handling procedure is not required prior to enforcing state created rights or other rights which are independent of the Magnuson-Moss W arranty Act or state replacement or repurchase laws. THE DISPUTE SETTLEMENT BOARD (U.S. only) The Dispute Settlement Board is: • an [...]

Concerns are ineligible for review if the New V ehicle Limited W arranty has expired at receipt of your application and, in certain states eligibility is dependent upon the customer’ s possession of the vehicle. Eligibility may differ according to state law . For example, see the unique brochures for California, W est Virginia, Georgia and W isco[...]

• a brief summary of the action taken by the dealer(s) and Ford Motor Company • the names (if known) of all the people you contacted at the dealership(s) • a description of the action you expect to resolve your concern Y ou will receive a letter of explanation if your application does not qualify for Board review . Oral presentations If you w[...]

Y ou may also contact the North American Customer Assistance Center at 1-800-392-3673 (Ford), TDD for the hearing impaired: 1-800-232-5952 or by writing to the Center at the following address: Ford Motor Company Customer Assistance Center 16800 Executive Plaza Drive P .O. Box 6248 Dearborn, Michigan 48121 UTILIZING THE MEDIATION/ARBITRATION PROGRAM[...]

The use of leaded fuel in your vehicle without proper conversion may damage the effectiveness of your emission control system and may cause engine knocking or serious engine damage. Ford Motor Company/Ford of Canada is not responsible for any damage caused by use of improper fuel. In the United States, using leaded fuel may also result in difficult[...]

Ford Deluxe Leather and Vinyl Cleaner (not available in Canada) Motorcraft Vinyl Cleaner (Canada only) Ford Extra Strength T ar and Road Oil Remover* (not available in Canada) Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner (Canada only) Ford Extra Strength Upholstery Cleaner (not available in Canada) Ford Metal Surface Cleaner Ford Multi-Purpose Cleaner* M[...]

Comfort and convenience Cargo organizers Cargo shades Cargo trays Dash trim Engine block heaters Battery warmer/blanket Cellular phone holder Electrochromatic compass mirror Electrochromatic compass mirror with temperature display Heat storage system T ire step T ravel equipment Daytime running lights (DRL) Factory luggage rack adaptors Fog lights [...]

Protection and appearance equipment Air bag anti-theft locks Carpeted cargo mat Door edge guards Diamond plate splash guards Car/truck covers Cargo liners, interior Carpet floor mats Cleaners, waxes and polishes Flat splash guards Front end covers (full) Hood deflectors Locking gas cap Lubricants and oils Molded splash guards Molded vinyl floor mat[...]

equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service technician. • Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive use or are not properly installed. When operated, such systems may caus[...]

REPORTING SAFETY DEFECTS (U.S. ONLY) If you believe that your vehicle has a defect that could cause a crash, or could cause injury or death, you should immediately inform the National Highway T raffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) in addition to notifying Ford Motor Company . If NHTSA receives similar complaints, it may open an investigation, and i[...]

A Accessory delay .......................... 53 Air bag supplemental restraint system .......................... 95 and child safety seats .............. 97 description ................................ 95 disposal ...................................... 99 driver air bag ............................ 97 indicator light .....................11, 99 ope[...]

exterior .................................... 201 exterior lamps ......................... 202 instrument cluster lens ..........202 instrument panel .................... 202 interior ..................................... 203 plastic parts ............................ 201 safety belts .............................. 203 washing .....................[...]

Engine block heater ................. 110 Engine oil .................................. 160 checking and adding .............. 160 dipstick .................................... 160 filter , specifications ........ 162, 204 recommendations ................... 162 refill capacities ........................ 204 specifications ..................207, 20[...]

bulb specifications .................. 198 daytime running lights ............. 18 flash to pass .............................. 51 high beam ...........................12, 50 replacing bulbs ....................... 195 turning on and off .................... 18 warning chime .......................... 14 Heating ....................................[...]

Locks childproof .................................. 53 doors .......................................... 53 Lubricant specifications ... 207, 209 Lumbar support, seats ......... 76–77 M Manual transmission fluid capacities ........................ 204 lubricant specifications .......... 209 Message center ........................... 58 english/met[...]

Seats ............................................ 74 child safety seats .................... 101 cleaning ................................... 203 SecuriLock passive anti-theft system ................... 70–72 Servicing your vehicle ..............158 Snowplowing ................................. 3 Spark plugs, specifications .....................[...]

Item Information Required fuel Unleaded fuel only - 87 octane Fuel tank capacity 166.6L (44.0 gallons) Engine oil-gasoline engines (includes filter change) 5.7L (6.0 quarts). Use Motorcraft SAE 5W -30 Super Premium Motor Oil, Ford specification WSS-M2C153-H. Engine oil -diesel engine Refer to your 7.3L Diesel Supplement. T ire size and pressure Ref[...]

fluid that indicates dual usage (MERCON 威 and MERCON 威 V) in an automatic transmission application requiring MERCON 威 may cause transmission damage. Use of any fluid other than the recommended fluid may cause transmission damage. 2 Indicates only approximate dry-fill capacity . Some applications may vary based on cooler size and if equipped w[...]