2001 FORD EXPEDITION ABS

Fuel Filler Cap
Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1/8 turn on/off
feature.
When fueling your vehicle:
1. Turn the engine off.
2.
Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/8 of a turn until it stops.
3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe.
4. To install the cap, align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the
filler pipe.
5. Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/8 of a turn until it stops.
If the“Service Engine Soon/Check Engine”indicator comes on and stays
on after you start the engine, the fuel filler cap may not be properly
installed. Turn off the engine, remove the fuel filler cap, align the cap
properly and reinstall it.
If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel filler
cap that is designed for your vehicle. The customer warranty may
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 or others.
If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure or
vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause
the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result in possible
personal injury.
Fuel Filter
For fuel filter replacement, see your dealer or a qualified service
technician. Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate
intervals for changing the fuel filter.
Replace the fuel filter with an authorized Motorcraft part. The
customer warranty may be void for any damage to the fuel system
if an authorized Motorcraft fuel filter is not used.
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4. Rotate the bulb socket
counterclockwise and remove from
the lamp assembly.
5. Carefully pull the bulb out of the
socket and push in the new bulb.
6. Install the bulb socket into the
lamp assembly and rotate clockwise.
7. Install parking lamp assembly on
vehicle.
8. Push gently until parking lamp
assembly seats.
9. Install screw on the lamp assembly.
Replacing tail lamp/backup lamp bulbs
The tail lamp/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. Open the liftgate to expose the
lamp assembly screws.
2. Remove the two screws from the
lamp assembly.
3. Carefully pry the lamp assembly
away from the vehicle to expose the bulb sockets.
4. Rotate the bulb socket counterclockwise and remove from lamp
assembly.
5. Pull bulb straight out of socket and push in the new bulb.
6. Install the bulb socket into the lamp assembly and rotate clockwise.
7. Carefully install the tail lamp assembly on the vehicle snapping the
three retaining tabs into place.
8. Secure the lamp assembly with two screws.
Maintenance and care
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A
Accessory delay ..........................89
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ........................128–129, 134
and child safety seats ............131
description ......................129, 134
disposal ............................133, 137
driver air bag ..................131, 135
indicator light ...........11, 133, 136
operation .........................131, 135
passenger air bag ...........131, 135
side air bag ..............................134
Air cleaner filter .......220–221, 248
Air conditioning ..........................56
automatic temperature
control system ..........................60
auxiliary heater and air
conditioner ................................66
Air suspension ...........................156
description ..............................156
warning light .............................14
Ambulance packages ....................5
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................208
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................152–153
Anti-theft system
warning light .............................13
Armrests ....................................106
Audio system (see Radio) .........27
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................160
fluid, adding ............................215
fluid, checking ........................215
fluid, refill capacities ..............248fluid, specification ..................254
Auxiliary power point .................26
Axle
lubricant
specifications ..................251, 254
refill capacities ........................248
traction lok ..............................157
B
Battery .......................................217
acid, treating emergencies .....217
charging system
warning light .............................13
jumping a disabled battery ....194
maintenance-free ....................217
replacement, specifications ...248
servicing ..................................217
voltage gauge ............................18
Belt minder ...............................124
Brakes ........................................152
anti-lock ...........................152–153
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light .....................12, 153
brake warning light ..................12
fluid, checking and adding ....206
fluid, refill capacities ..............248
fluid, specifications .........251, 254
lubricant
specifications ..................251, 254
parking ....................................154
pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) ...............................23
shift interlock ..........................159
Break-in period .............................3
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....248
Index
271

L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................23
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................241
cargo lamps ...............................22
daytime running light ...............21
fog lamps ...................................22
headlamps .................................21
headlamps, flash to pass ..........21
instrument panel, dimming .....22
interior lamps .............82–83, 242
replacing bulbs ...............236–241
Lane change indicator (see
Turn signal) .................................68
Liftgate ........................................92
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
air bag ........................................11
air suspension .........................157
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....12, 153
anti-theft ...................................13
brake ..........................................12
charging system ........................13
check coolant ............................13
cruise indicator .........................15
door ajar ....................................14
engine oil pressure ...................13
high beam .................................13
low fuel ......................................10
low washer fluid .......................14
safety belt .................................12
service engine soon ..................10
speed control ............................73
turn signal indicator .................12
Load limits .................................168
GAWR ......................................168
GVWR ......................................168
trailer towing ..........................168
Loading instructions .................170Locks
autolock ...................................101
childproof ..................................89
doors ..........................................89
Lubricant specifications ...251, 254
Lumbar support, seats .............106
M
Message center .....................19, 78
english/metric button ...............19
menu button .............................20
Mirrors .........................................83
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................83
fold away ...................................91
heated ........................................90
programmable memory ..........100
side view mirrors (power) .......90
Moon roof ....................................77
Motorcraft parts ................231, 248
O
Octane rating ............................229
Odometer .....................................17
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................203
Overdrive .....................................75
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ................................97
Parking brake ............................154
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....248
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................23
Index
275