
9. Replace the sight shield.
10. Reconnect the battery ground
cable and close the hood.
Replacing the high beam headlamp bulb
To remove the high beam headlamp bulb:
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position.
2. Lift the hood and remove the
sight shield located above the
headlamps.
3. Remove the high beam headlamp
housing cover by rotating it 1/4 turn
counterclockwise.
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4. Rotate the plastic bulb base
counterclockwise and pull the bulb
assembly out of the housing.
5. Pull the bulb socket retaining clip
outward while carefully pulling up
on the plastic base of the bulb.
To install the new high beam headlamp bulb:
1. Hold the bulb by its plastic base
and insert it into the socket.
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2. Push the bulb down into the
socket until the retaining clip snaps
over it.
3. Carefully insert the bulb assembly
into the headlamp housing while
aligning the locking tabs.
4. Rotate the bulb assembly
clockwise to lock it into place.
5. Position the headlamp cover over
the bulb assembly. Align the tabs
and rotate clockwise to lock into
place.
6. Replace the sight shield and close
the hood.
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Cleaning the wheels
Wash with the same detergent as the body of your vehicle. Do not use
acid-based wheel cleaners, steel wool, fuel or strong detergents. Never
use abrasives that will damage the finish of special wheel surfaces. Use a
tar remover to remove grease and tar.
Cleaning the engine
Engines are more efficient when they are clean because grease and dirt
buildup keep the engine warmer than normal. When washing:
²Take care when using a power washer to clean the engine. The high
pressure fluid could penetrate the sealed parts and cause damage.
²Do not spray with cold water to avoid cracking the engine block or
other engine components.
²Cover the highlighted areas to prevent water damage when cleaning
the engine.
²Never wash or rinse the engine while it is running; water in the
running engine may cause internal damage.
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LUBRICANT SPECIFICATIONS
Item Ford part name Ford part
numberFord
specification
Brake master
cylinderHigh Performance
DOT 3 Motor
Vehicle Brake FluidC6AZ-
19542-ABESA-M6C25-A,
DOT 3
Door
weatherstripsSilicone Lubricant C0AZ-19553-
AA and
D7AZ-
19553-AAESR-M13P4-A
Engine coolant Ford Premium
Cooling System
FluidE2FZ-
19549-AAESE-M97B44-A
Engine oil Motorcraft 5W-30
Super Premium
Motor OilXO-5W30-
QSPWSS-M2C153-G
with API
Certification
Mark
Hinges, latches
and striker
platesMulti-Purpose
GreaseDOAZ-
19584-AAESR-M1C159-A
and
ESB-M1C93-B
Lock cylinders Penetrating
LubricantE8AZ-
19A501-BN/A
Power steering
reservoirMotorcraft
MERCONtAT FXT-2-QDX MERCONt
Automatic
transmission
(4R70W)Motorcraft
MERCONtVATFXT-5-QM
MERCONtV
Windshield
washer fluid
reservoirUltra-Clear
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateC9AZ-19550-
AC or BCESR-M17P5-A
Rear axle Motorcraft Premium
Rear Axle LubricantXY-80W90-QL WSL-M2C197-A
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IDENTIFYING YOUR VEHICLE
Safety compliance label
The National Highway Traffic Safety
Administration Regulations require
that a Safety Compliance
Certification Label be affixed to a
vehicle and prescribe where the
Safety Compliance Certification
Label may be located. The Safety
Compliance Certification Label is
located on the front door latch pillar
on the driver's side.
Vehicle identification number
The vehicle identification number is
attached to a metal tag and is
located on the driver side
instrument panel.
Engine number
The engine number (the last eight numbers of the vehicle identification
number) is stamped on the engine block, transmission, frame and
transfer case (if so equipped).
MFD. BY FORD MOTOR CO. IN U.S.A.
EXT PNT: XXXXXX XXXXXX RC: XX DSO: XXXX F0000
BAR INT TR TP/PS R AXLE TR SPR T0000
X XX XXX X XX X XXXX
UTC
ÑFOHT-15294A10-GA
MAXIMUM LOAD=OCCUPANTS + LUGGAGE=XXXKG/XXXXLB
OCCUPANTS: X TOTAL X FR X 2ND X RR OCCUPANTS LUGGAGE
XX XXXKG/XXXXLB
TIRE: XXXX/XXXXX XXX X XXXKG/XXXXLB
PRESSURE (FR) XXX kPa/33 PSI COLD
PRESSURE (RR) XXX kPa/33 PSI COLD
TRAILER TOWING - SEE OWNER GUIDE
DATE: XXXXX GVWR:XXXXX LB/ XXXXX KG
VIN: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX TYPE: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXX FGAWR: XXXXXX/XXXXXXX RGAWR: XXXXXXX/XXXXXXX
THIS VEHICLE CONFORMS TO ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL
MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARDS IN EFFECT ON THE
DATE OF MANUFACTURE SHOWN ABOVE.
XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
AIR BAG
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166

Aiming headlamps ....................154
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ..........................................77
and child safety seats ..............78
description ................................77
disposal ......................................81
indicator light ...........................80
passenger air bag .....................79
Air suspension
description ................................97
Anti-lock brake system (ABS)
description ................................93
Anti-theft system ........................63
Battery .......................................135
Brake fluid
checking and adding ..............128
Brakes ..........................................93
anti-lock .....................................93
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light .............................94
fluid, checking and adding ....128
Brake-shift interlock ...................97
Break-in period .............................2
Bulbs, replacing ........................145
specifications ..........................154
Changing a tire .........................115
Child safety seats ........................82
Chime
headlamps on ............................11
Cleaning your vehicle ...............156
engine compartment ..............157
fabric ........................................158
instrument panel ....................158
plastic parts ............................158
safety belts ..............................158
tail lamps .................................158
washing ....................................156
waxing .....................................156
wheels ......................................157
windows ..................................160
woodtone trim ........................160Climate control system
automatic temperature
control ..............34,35,36,37,38,39
Compass, electronic ...............22,23
Controls ..................................57,58
Defrost
rear window ..............................40
Emission control system ..........144
Engine ........................................164
service points ..........................125
Engine block heater ...................91
Engine coolant
checking and adding ..............130
disposal ....................................131
refill capacities ........................131
Engine oil ...........................126,127
changing oil and oil filter .......128
checking and adding .......126,127
Exhaust fumes ............................92
Floor mats ...................................58
Fuel
calculating fuel economy .......143
improving fuel economy ........106
octane rating ...........................142
quality ......................................142
running out of fuel .................143
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................141
Fuel gauge ...................................14
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......107
Fuse panels
instrument panel ....................109
power distribution box ...........113
Fuses ...................................108,109
Gauges, Mechanical ....................12
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................12
Hazard flashers .........................107
Headlamps ...................................32
daytime running lights .............32
flashing ......................................33
high beam .................................32
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Heating ........................................34
High beams
indicator light .............................8
Hood
release lever ............................124
Ignition
positions of the ignition ...........40
Instrument panel
lighting up panel
and interior ...............................33
Jump-starting
your vehicle ........................119,120
attaching cables ......................120
disconnecting cables ..............121
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................63
keypad .......................................60
programming entry code ....61,62
Keys
key in ignition chime ...............12
Lamps
headlamps ........................146,151
interior lamps ...........................52
map lamps .................................52
Lights, warning and indicator
air bag ........................................10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..............6
anti-theft ...................................11
brake ............................................6
charging system ..........................7
check engine ..........................9,10
cruise indicator ...........................8
oil pressure .................................7
overdrive off ..............................11
safety belt ...................................9
turn signal indicator ...................8
Lubricant specifications ...........163
Message center ...........................14
reset button ..............................20
Mirrors
cleaning ...................................160
side view mirrors (power) .......54Moon roof ....................................51
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ................................60
Parking brake ..............................94
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....161
Power door locks ........................54
Power steering
fluid, checking and adding ....132
Refill capacities for fluids ........162
Relays ........................................108
Remote entry system .................58
locking/unlocking doors ......58,59
Reporting safety defects ..........167
Safety restraints
automatic locking mode
(retractor) ............................73,74
extension assembly ..................75
for children ...............................81
lap and shoulder belts .............72
maintenance ..............................76
proper use .................................71
warning light and chime .....11,76
Safety seats for children
attaching with tether straps ....86
automatic locking mode
(retractor) .................................83
in rear seat ................................86
tether anchorage hardware .....87
Seats ............................................66
adjusting the seat, power ........66
auto-glide ..................................69
heated seats ..............................67
lumbar support .........................68
rear seat access ........................70
Servicing your vehicle ..............123
precautions when servicing ...123
Speed control ..............................43
canceling a set speed ...............46
indicator light ...........................47
resuming a set speed ...............47
tap up/tap down .......................45
turning off .................................43
Index
169