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All occupants of the vehicle, including the driver, should always
properly wear their safety belts, even when an air bag SRS is
provided.
Always transport children 12 years old and under in the back
seat and always properly use appropriate child restraints.
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
recommends a minimum distance of at least 25 cm (10 inches)
between an occupant's chest and the driver air bag module.
Never place your arm over the air bag module as a deploying air
bag can result in serious arm fractures or other injuries.
Steps you can take to properly position yourself away from the air bag:
²Move your seat to the rear as far as you can while still reaching the
pedals comfortably.
²Recline the seat slightly (one or two degrees) from the upright
position.
Do not put anything on or over the air bag module. Placing
objects on or over the air bag inflation area may cause those
objects to be propelled by the air bag into your face and torso causing
serious injury.
Do not attempt to service, repair, or modify the air bag
supplemental restraint systems or its fuses. See your Ford or
Lincoln Mercury dealer.
Modifications to the front end of the vehicle, including frame,
bumper, front end body structure and tow hooks may affect the
performance of the air bag sensors increasing the risk of injury. Do not
modify the front end of the vehicle.
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Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and
four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a
lower center of gravity. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles arenot
designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more
than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under
off-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed and abrupt
maneuvers in these vehicles. Failure to drive cautiously could result in
an increased risk of vehicle rollover, personal injury and death.
Loaded vehicles, with a higher center of gravity, may handle
differently than unloaded vehicles. Extra precautions, such as
slower speeds and increased stopping distance, should be taken when
driving a heavily loaded vehicle.
Your vehicle has the capability to haul more cargo and people than most
passenger cars. Depending upon the type and placement of the load,
hauling people and cargo may raise the center of gravity of the vehicle.
Use extra caution while becoming familiar with your vehicle. Know the
capabilities and limitations of both you as a driver and your vehicle.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION (IF EQUIPPED)
Brake-shift interlock
This vehicle is equipped with a brake-shift interlock feature that prevents
the gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) when the ignition is
in the ON position unless brake pedal is depressed.
If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in
the ON position and the brake pedal depressed:
1. Apply the parking brake, turn ignition key to LOCK, then remove the
key.
2. Insert the key and turn it to OFF. Apply the brake pedal and shift to N
(Neutral).
3. Start the vehicle.
If it is necessary to use the above procedure to move the gearshift lever,
it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle's brakelamps are not
operating properly. Refer toFuses and relaysin theRoadside
emergencieschapter.
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FUSES AND RELAYS
Fuses
If electrical components in the
vehicle are not working, a fuse may
have blown. Blown fuses are
identified by a broken wire within
the fuse. Check the appropriate
fuses before replacing any electrical
components.
Note:Always replace a fuse with one that has the specified amperage
rating. Using a fuse with a higher amperage rating can cause severe wire
damage and could start a fire.
Standard fuse amperage rating and color
COLOR
Fuse
ratingMini
fusesStandard
fusesMaxi
fusesCartridge
maxi
fusesFuse link
cartridge
2A Grey Grey Ð Ð Ð
3A Violet Violet Ð Ð Ð
4A Pink Pink Ð Ð Ð
5A Tan Tan Ð Ð Ð
7.5A Brown Brown Ð Ð Ð
10A Red Red Ð Ð Ð
15A Blue Blue Ð Ð Ð
20A Yellow Yellow Yellow Blue Blue
25A Natural Natural Ð Ð Ð
30A Green Green Green Pink Pink
40A Ð Ð Orange Green Green
50A Ð Ð Red Red Red
60A Ð Ð Blue Ð Yellow
70A Ð Ð Tan Ð Brown
80A Ð Ð Natural Ð Black
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Passenger compartment fuse panel
The fuse panel is located on the
left-hand side of the instrument
panel facing the driver's side door.
Pull the panel cover outward to
access the fuses.
To remove a fuse use the fuse puller tool provided on the fuse panel
cover.
The fuses are coded as follows:
1 234
5 678
9 101112
13 14 15 16
17 18 19 20
21 22 23 24
25 26
29 30
35 36
313233
34
27 28
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Power distribution box
The power distribution box is
located in the engine compartment.
The power distribution box contains
high-current fuses that protect your
vehicle's main electrical systems
from overloads.
Always disconnect the battery before servicing high current
fuses.
Always replace the cover to the Power Distribution Box before
reconnecting the battery or refilling fluid reservoirs.
If the battery has been disconnected and reconnected, refer to the
Batterysection of theMaintenance and carechapter.
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The high-current fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box Description
1 50A** Fuse Panel
2 Ð Not Used
3 30A** Power Down Back Window
4 Ð Not Used
5 Ð Not Used
6 50A** ABS Pump Motor
7 30A** Powertrain Control
8 Ð Not Used
9 Ð Not Used
10 Ð Not Used
11 50A** Ignition Switch
12 Ð Not Used
13 20A** 4X4 Motor
14 Ð Not Used
15 Ð Not Used
16 40A** Blower Motor
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box Description
46B Ð Front Washer Pump Relay
47A 20A* Windows/Roof
47B Ð Not Used
48 Ð Window Safety Relay
49 Ð Starter Relay
50A Ð Not Used
50B Ð Fuel Pump Relay
51 Ð Not Used
52 Ð Not Used
53 Ð PCM Diode
54 Ð PCM Relay
55 Ð Blower Relay
56A Ð A/C Clutch Solenoid
56B Ð Horn Relay
*Mini fuses **Cartridge fuses
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.
Spare tire information
The spare tire can be used as a spare or a regular tire. On vehicles with
15º wheels, the wheel ornaments from the original wheel/tire may be
used on the spare.
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lubrication
specifications ..................235, 238
refill capacities ........................233
service points ..........................184
starting after a collision .........159
Engine block heater .................130
Engine oil ..................................185
checking and adding ..............185
dipstick ....................................185
filter, specifications ........187, 233
recommendations ...................187
refill capacities ........................233
specifications ..................235, 238
Exhaust fumes ..........................131
F
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....208
Floor mats ...................................74
Fluid capacities .........................233
Foglamps .....................................18
Four-Wheel Drive
vehicles ................................12, 142
control trac ...............................27
description ..............................143
driving off road .......................145
electronic shift ..................27, 143
indicator light .........................143
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................135
Fuel ............................................208
calculating fuel economy .......215
cap .......................................9, 214
capacity ...................................233
choosing the right fuel ...........211
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................218
detergent in fuel .....................213filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................208, 214±215
filter, specifications ........215, 233
fuel pump shut-off switch .....159
gauge .........................................17
improving fuel economy ........215
octane rating ...................211, 238
quality ......................................212
running out of fuel .................213
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................208
Fuses ..................................161±162
G
Garage door opener ....................63
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ........9, 214
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................215
Gauges .........................................14
battery voltage gauge ...............16
engine coolant temperature
gauge .........................................15
engine oil pressure gauge ........16
fuel gauge ..................................17
odometer ...................................15
speedometer .............................14
tachometer ................................16
trip odometer ............................15
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating) .......................................148
calculating ...............................150
definition .................................148
driving with a heavy load ......148
location ....................................148
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) .......................................148
calculating .......................148, 150
definition .................................148
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