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Forced Downshifts
To 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)
To account for customer driving habits and conditions, your 4R100
automatic transmission electronically controls the shift quality by using
an adaptive learning strategy. The adaptive learning strategy is
maintained by power from the battery. When the battery is disconnected
or a new battery is installed, the transmission must relearn its adaptive
strategy. Optimal shifting will resume within a few hundred kilometers
(miles) of operation.
If the shift quality does not improve within a few hundred
kilometers (miles) of operation, or if the downshifts and other
throttle conditions do not function normally, see your dealer or a
qualified service technician as soon as possible.
POWER TAKE OFF (PTO)
Your vehicle is not designed to be equipped with a Power Take Off
(PTO). For PTO usage, a special transmission case, internal components
and calibration are required. Ford Motor Company does not recommend
the installation of a PTO system.
Damage resulting from the use of a PTO system may not be covered by
your warranty.
Do not subject your Excursion to any auxiliary power take off
applications as this could overheat the fuel tank and increase the
risk of personal injury.
FOUR-WHEEL DRIVE (4WD) OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
For important information regarding safe operation of this type
of vehicle, seePreparing to drive your vehiclein this chapter.
When Four±wheel drive (4WD) is engaged, power is supplied to all four
wheels through a transfer case. 4WD power can be selected when
additional driving power is desired.
Driving
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower 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 (Transfer
Case Motor)
105 50A** Junction Box Battery Feed
106 Ð (Gasoline
only)
30A**
(Diesel only)Gasoline only-Not Used
Diesel only-Injector Driver Module
107 30A** Heated Seats
108 30A** Power Seats
109 40A** Front Blower Motor
110 30A** Trailer Tow Electronic Brake
111 Ð Not Used
112 20A** Fuel Pump
113 30A** (Gasoline
only)
20A**
(Diesel only)PCM Power
114 Ð Not Used
115 30A** Trailer Tow Battery Charge
116 50A** Ignition Switch (B4 & B5)
117 Ð Not Used
118 40A** Rear Defroster
201 Ð Park Lamp
202 Ð Fuel Pump
203 Ð Not Used
204 Ð Quarter Flip Window Motor
205 Ð Rear Wiper
206 Ð Rear Washer
207 Ð Wiper Run/Park
Roadside emergencies
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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
operation ...................................97
passenger air bag .....................97
Air cleaner filter .......177±178, 204
Air conditioning ..........................22
auxiliary heater and air
conditioner ................................24
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................165
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................112±113
Anti-theft system
warning light .............................13
Audio system (see Radio) .........27
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................116
fluid, adding ............................172
fluid, checking ........................172
fluid, refill capacities ..............204
fluid, specification ..................209
Auxiliary power point .................21
Axle
lubricant specifications ..207, 209
refill capacities ........................204
traction lok ..............................179B
Battery .......................................175
acid, treating emergencies .....175
charging system warning light...12
jumping a disabled battery ....151
maintenance-free ....................175
replacement, specifications ...204
servicing ..................................175
voltage gauge ............................17
Belt minder .................................91
Brakes ........................................112
anti-lock ...........................112±113
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light .....................12, 113
brake warning light ..................11
fluid, checking and adding ....163
fluid, refill capacities ..............204
fluid, specifications .........207, 209
lubricant specifications ..207, 209
parking ....................................113
shift interlock ..........................115
Break-in period .............................3
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....204
Cargo net .....................................73
CD changer .................................39
Certification Label ....................211
Child safety restraints ..............100
child safety belts ....................100
Child safety seats ......................101
attaching with tether straps ..105
in front seat ............................102
in rear seat ..............................102
Cleaning your vehicle ...............199
engine compartment ..............201
Index
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