2001 FORD EXPEDITION tow

4WD vehicles electronic shift transfer case (with automatic
transmissions)
4x4 vehicles with electronic shift on the fly cannot be towed with any
wheels on the ground.
Trailer towing tips
•Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip to
get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turning, make
wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles.
•Allow more distance for stopping with a trailer attached.
•If you are driving down a long or steep hill, shift to a lower gear. Do
not apply the brakes continuously, as they may overheat and become
less effective.
•The trailer tongue weight should be 10% of the loaded trailer weight.
•After you have traveled 80 km (50 miles), thoroughly check your
hitch, electrical connections and trailer wheel lug nuts.
•When stopped in traffic for long periods of time in hot weather, place
the gearshift in P (Park) and increase idle speed. This aids engine
cooling and air conditioner efficiency.
•Vehicles with trailers should not be parked on a grade. If you must
park on a grade, place wheel chocks under the trailer’s wheels.
Launching or retrieving a boat
When backing down a ramp during boat launching or retrieval,
•Do not allow the static water level to rise above the bottom edge of
the rear bumper and
•Do not allow waves to break higher than 15 cm (6 inches) above the
bottom edge of the rear bumper.
Exceeding these limits may allow water to enter critical vehicle
components, adversely affecting driveability, emissions, reliability and
causing internal transmission damage.
Replace the rear axle lubricant anytime the axle has been submerged in
water. Rear axle lubricant quantities are not to be checked or changed
unless a leak is suspected or repair required.
Disconnect the wiring to the trailer before backing the trailer into the
water. Reconnect the wiring to the trailer after the trailer is removed
from the water.
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LUGGAGE RACK (IF EQUIPPED)
The rear cross-bar can be adjusted to fit the item being carried. The
front cross-bar does not move.
To adjust the luggage rack, push the
adjustment lever forward (toward
the front of the vehicle), then slide
the cross-bar forward and lock the
adjusting levers by pushing them
down (toward the back of the
vehicle). Pull the cross-bar rearward
to ensure that it is locked in place.
Load luggage at the front cross-bar and adjust the rearcross-bar as
necessary.
•Do not exceed 90.7 kg (200 lb) of luggage if the weight is placed
directly on the cross-bars.
•Do not exceed 68 kg (150 lb) if the weight is resting directly on the
roof.
Use adjustable tie down loops to secure the load.
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GETTING ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford offers a
complimentary roadside assistance program. This program is separate
from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service is available:
•24–hours, seven days a week
•for the Basic warranty period (Canada) or New Vehicle Limited
Warranty period (U.S.) of three years or 60 000 km (36 000 miles),
whichever comes first on Ford and Mercury vehicles, and four years or
80 000 km (50 000 miles) on Lincoln vehicles
Roadside assistance will cover:
•changing a flat tire
•jump-starts
•lock-out assistance
•fuel delivery
•towing of your disabled vehicle up to 56.3 kms (35 miles) from the
point of pickup (this can include to the nearest Ford dealership, or
your selling dealer if within the specified distance.) One tow per
disablement. Even non-warranty related tows, like accidents or getting
stuck in the mud or snow, are covered (some exclusions apply, such
as impound towing or repossession).
Using roadside assistance
Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your
wallet for quick reference. In the United States, this card is found in the
Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment in Ford vehicles and is
mailed to you if you own a Mercury or Lincoln. In Canada, the card is
found in the Roadside Assistance book in the glove compartment.
To receive roadside assistance in the United States for Ford or Mercury
vehicles, call 1–800–241–3673 or if you own a Lincoln vehicle, call
1–800–521–4140. In Canada call 1–800–665–2006.
Should you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford will
reimburse a reasonable amount. To obtain information about
reimbursement, call 1–800–241–3673 in the United States for Ford or
Mercury vehicles; or if you own a Lincoln vehicle, call 1–800–521–4140.
Call 1–800–665–2006 in Canada.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse Panel
Description
16 20A Headlamps (Hi Beams), Cluster (Hi Beam
Indicator)
17 10A Heated Mirrors, Heated Grid Switch
Indicator
18 5A Instrument Illumination (Dimmer Switch
Power)
19—Not Used
20 5A Audio, Air Suspension Module, GEM
Module, Memory Module
21 15A Starter Relay, Fuse 20, Transmission
Range Switch
22 10A Air Bag Module, Intelligent Passenger
Airbag Deactivation Module
23 10A Aux A/C, Heated Seats, Trailer Tow
Battery Charge, Turn/Hazard Flasher, 4x4
Clutch Relay, Overhead Console, E/C
Mirror, 4 Wheel Anti-Lock Brake System
(4WABS) Module
24 10A EATC Module, EATC Blower Relay,
Climate Control Switch Assembly, Feeds
Fuse 7
25—Not Used
26 10A Right Side Low Beam Headlamp
27 5A Foglamp Relay and Foglamp Indicator
28 10A Left Side Low Beam Headlamp
29 5A Autolamp Module, Transmission
Overdrive Control Switch
30 30A Passive Anti Theft Transceiver, Cluster,
Ignition Coils, Powertrain Control Module
Relay
31 10A Rear Integrated Control Panel (Audio),
CD Player
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The high-current fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box Description
1 20A * Power Point
2 30A* Powertrain Control Module
3 30A* Headlamps/Autolamps
4 20A* Console Powerpoint
5 20A* Trailer Tow Backup/Park Lamps
6 15A* Parklamps/Autolamps, Feeds Passenger
Compartment Fuse 18
7 20A* Horn
8 30A* Power Door Locks
9 15A* Daytime Running Lamps (DRL), Fog
Lamps
10 20A* Fuel Pump
11 20A* Alternator Field
12 10A* Rear Wipers
13 15A* A/C Clutch
14—Not Used
15 10A* Running Board Lamps
MAXI
FUSE
115MAXI
FUSE
116MAXI
FUSE
117
MAXI
FUSE
118
MAXI
FUSE
111MAXI
FUSE
112MAXI
FUSE
113
MAXI
FUSE
114
MAXI
FUSE
107MAXI
FUSE
108MAXI
FUSE
109
MAXI
FUSE
110
MAXI
FUSE
103MAXI
FUSE
104MAXI
FUSE
105
MAXI
FUSE
106
MAXI
FUSE
101MAXI
FUSE
102 CB601 CB602 FUSE 17 FUSE 18FUSE 21 FUSE 22
FUSE 19 FUSE 20FUSE 23
FULL
RELAY 302R 401
D 501 FUSE 24
FUSE 15 FUSE 16
FUSE 13 FUSE 14
FUSE 11 FUSE 12
FUSE 9 FUSE 10
FUSE 7 FUSE 8
FUSE 5 FUSE 6
FUSE 3 FUSE 4
FUSE 1 FUSE 2
D 503 D 502
FULL
RELAY 301HALF
RELAY
207
FULL
RELAY 303
FULL
RELAY 304
HALF
RELAY
201
HALF
RELAY
202HALF
RELAY 208
HALF
RELAY 209
HALF
RELAY 205
HALF
RELAY 206
HALF
RELAY
203
HALF
RELAY
204
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box Description
16—Not Used
17 10A* Flip Windows
18 15A* Powertrain Control Module, Fuel
Injectors, Fuel Pump, Mass Air Flow
Sensor
19 10A* Trailer Tow Stop and Right Turn Lamp
20 10A* Trailer Tow Stop and Left Turn Lamp
21—Not Used
22—Not Used
23 15A* HEGO Sensors, Canister Vent,
Automatic Transmission, CMS Sensor
24—Not Used
101 30A** Trailer Tow Battery Charge
102 50A** Four Wheel Antilock Brake Module
103 50A** Junction Block Battery Feed
104 30A** 4x4 Shift Motor & Clutch
105 40A** Climate Control Front Blower
106—Not Used
107—Not Used
108 30A** Trailer Tow Electric Brake
109 50A** Air Suspension Compressor
110 30A** Heated Seats
111 40A** Ignition Switch Battery Feed (Run/Start
Circuit)
112 30A** Drivers Power Seat, Adjustable Pedals,
Memory Module
113 40A** Ignition Switch Battery Feed (Run and
Accessory Circuits)
114 30A** Climate Control Auxiliary Blower
115—Not Used
116 40A** Rear Window Defroster, Heated Mirrors
117—Not Used
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box Description
118—Not Used
201—Trailer Tow Park Lamp Relay
202—Front Wiper Run/Park Relay
203—Trailer Tow Backup Lamp Relay
204—A/C Clutch Relay
205—Rear Wiper Down
206—Foglamp Relay
207—Front Washer Pump Relay
208—Rear Washer Pump Relay
209—Rear Wiper Up
301—Fuel Pump Relay
302—Trailer Tow Battery Charge Relay
303—Wiper Hi/Lo Relay
304—Powertrain Control Module Relay
401—Not Used
501—Powertrain Control Module Diode
502—A/C Clutch Diode
503—Not Used
601 30A Delayed Accessory (Power Windows,
Flip Windows, Moonroof)
602—Not Used
*Mini fuses **Maxi fuses
Relays
Relays are located in the power distribution box and should be replaced
by qualified technicians.
CHANGING THE TIRES
If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly
and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.
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Spare tire information
Your vehicle is equipped with a spare tire that may be used as a spare or
a regular tire. The spare is identical to the other tires on your vehicle,
although the wheel trim may not match.
Location of the spare tire and tools
The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the following
locations:
Item Location
Spare tire Under the vehicle, just forward of
the rear bumper
Jack, wheel nut wrench,
instructionsBehind the access panel located
on the right rear quarter panel
interior trim
Jack handle On top of the radiator support at
the front of the engine
compartment
Removing the jack handle
1. Open the hood.
2. Unsnap the end of the handle that is retained by the clip on the top of
the windshield washer bottle.
3. Unsnap the shaft of the handle from the two retaining clips attached
to the top of the radiator shroud.
Removing the jack and tools
1. Locate the access panel on the right rear quarter panel interior trim.
Lift the two panel retaining clips and remove the panel.
2. Unsnap the wheel lug nut wrench and instructions from their retaining
bracket.
3. Remove the jack by turning the thumbwheel counterclockwise to
relieve tension against the stowage bracket.
4. If equipped with a two piece lug wrench, assemble the lug wrench as
shown in the illustration.
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