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Headlamp control
(pg. 25)
Instrument panel
dimmer switch
(pg. 26) Turn signal and
wiper/washer control
(pg. 61)Instrument cluster
(pg. 10)
Speed control*
(pg. 56)
Driver air bag
(pg. 88)
* if equipped
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WARNING LIGHTS AND CHIMES
Low fuel
Illuminates as an early reminder of a
low fuel condition indicated on the
fuel gauge (refer toFuel Gaugein
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 must
be in the ON position for this lamp to illuminate. The lamp will also
illuminate for several seconds after the ignition is turned to the ON
position regardless of the fuel level to ensure your bulb is working.
Service engine soon
Your vehicle is equipped with a
computer that monitors the engine’s
emission control system. This
system is commonly known as the
On Board Diagnostics System (OBD
II). The OBD II system protects the
environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet
government emission standards. The OBD II system also assists the
service technician in properly servicing your vehicle.
TheService Engine Soonindicator 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
malfunctioning. The light may illuminate without a driveability concern
being noted. The vehicle will usually be drivable and will not require
towing.
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DOOR
AJAR
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RANGE4 X 4
CRUISE
BRAKE!
ABS+ -
LEF
H
RPM1000X0123
5
6 4
PRN 218C 18
H
D
FUEL FILL
SERVICE
ENGINE
SOON
LOW
FUEL
SERVICE
ENGINE
SOON
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Four wheel drive indicator (if equipped)
Momentarily illuminates when the
ignition is turned to the START
position. Illuminates when 4x4 range
is engaged. If the light continues to flash have the system serviced.
Door ajar
Illuminates when the ignition is in
the ON or START position and any
door is open.
Oil pressure/Engine coolant
This light will illuminate when the
ignition is in the ON position and
the:
•engine coolant temperature is
very high
•engine oil pressure is low
•engine is off
The light serves as a notice that a system needs your attention and to
check the engine coolant temperature gauge and the engine oil pressure
gauge.
Refer toEngine coolant temperature gaugeandEngine oil pressure
gaugein this chapter for more information.
Speed control
•Standard analog instrument cluster
This light comes on when either the
COAST/SET or RES/ACCEL controls
are pressed. It turns off when the cruise cancel control is pressed, the
brake is applied or the ignition is turned to the OFF position.
•Optional electronic instrument
cluster
The “CRUISE” light comes on when
the ON control is pressed.
4x4
DOOR
AJAR
CRUISE
CRUISE
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The “SET” light comes on when either the COAST/SET or RES/ACCEL
controls are pressed. The “SET” light turns off when the cruise cancel
control is pressed or the brake is applied. Both the “CRUISE” and “SET”
lights turn off when the OFF control is pressed or the ignition is turned
to the OFF position.
Safety belt warning chime
Sounds to remind you to fasten your safety belts.
For information on the safety belt warning chime, refer to theSeating
and safety restraintschapter.
Supplemental restraint system (SRS) warning chime
For information on the SRS warning chime, refer to theSeating and
safety restraintschapter.
Key-in-ignition warning chime
Sounds when the ignition key is left in the ignition in the OFF/LOCK or
ACC position and the driver’s door is opened.
Headlamps on warning chime
Sounds when the headlamps or parking lamps are on, the ignition in the
OFF position (and the key is not in the ignition) and the driver’s door is
opened.
GAUGES
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CRUISEABS+ -
LEF
H
RPM1000X0123
5
6 4
PRN 218C 18
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D
FUEL FILL
DOOR
AJARLOW
RANGE4 X 4BRAKE!SERVICE
ENGINE
SOON
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•Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy.
•You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if
unnecessary shifting between third and fourth gear occurs.
Unnecessary shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel
economy.
•Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may
reduce fuel economy.
•Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel
economy.
•Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving.
Maintenance
•Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size.
•Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel
economy.
•Use recommended engine oil. Refer toLubricant Specifications.
•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
0.4 km/L [1 mpg] is lost for every 180 kg [400 lb] of weight carried).
•Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug
deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may
reduce fuel economy.
•Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy.
•Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first
12–16 km (8–10 miles) of driving.
•Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to
driving on hilly terrain.
•Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top
cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal.
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calibration .................................24
set zone adjustment .................23
Console ........................................66
Controls
power seat .................................73
Coolant
checking and adding ..............182
refill capacities .................185,222
specifications ...................225,227
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................56
Customer Assistance ................145
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................241
Ford Extended
Service Plan ............................234
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............240
Getting roadside assistance ...145
Getting the
service you need ....................234
Ordering additional
owner’s literature ...................245
The Dispute
Settlement Board ...................237
Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program ...............240
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................25
Dipstick
automatic
transmission fluid ...................189
engine oil .................................176
Doors
door ajar warning .....................15
lubricant specifications ..........225
Driveline universal joint
and slip yoke .............................194
Driving under special
conditions ...........................130,131
mud ..........................................130
sand .........................................130snow and ice ...........................131
through water ..................130,134
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................166
Emission control system ..........210
Engine .................................227,228
check engine/
service engine soon light ....10,11
cleaning ...................................219
coolant .....................................182
diesel ...........................................3
fail-safe coolant ......................186
idle speed control ...................194
lubrication
specifications ...................225,227
refill capacities ........................222
service points ..........................175
starting after a collision .........146
Engine block heater .................107
Engine oil ..................................176
checking and adding ..............176
dipstick ....................................176
filter, specifications .........178,222
recommendations ...................178
refill capacities ........................222
specifications ...................225,227
Exhaust fumes ..........................107
Fail safe cooling ........................186
Fluid capacities .........................222
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles ..14,123
control trac ...............................26
description ..............................127
driving off road .......................129
electronic shift ............26,123,127
indicator light ....................15,124
lever operated shift ................125
manual locking hubs ..............124
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................113
Fuel ............................................202
calculating fuel economy .......207
cap ...........................................206
Index
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