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3. Insert the jack handle into the
rear bumper opening.
The handle will stop moving and
forward resistance to turning will be
felt when properly engaged.
4. Turn the handle counterclockwise
until tire is lowered to the ground,
the tire can be slid rearward and the
cable is slightly slack.
5. Remove the retainer from the spare tire.
Stowing the spare tire
1. Lay the tire on the ground with the valve stem facing up.
2. Slide the wheel under the vehicle
and install the retainer through the
wheel center.
3. Turn the jack handle clockwise
until the tire is raised to its original
position underneath the vehicle. The
jack handle ratchets when the tire is
raised to the stowed position. It will
not allow you to overtighten.
Tire change procedure
To prevent the vehicle from moving when you change a tire, be
sure the parking brake is set, then block (in both directions) the
wheel that is diagonally opposite (other side and end of the vehicle) to
the tire being changed.
If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else could be
seriously injured.
Refer to the instruction sheet (located with the jack) for detailed tire
change instructions.
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SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
To help you service your vehicle:
²We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy
location.
²We provide a scheduled maintenance guide which makes tracking
routine service easy.
If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide
the necessary parts and service. Check yourWarranty Guideto find out
which parts and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts
conforming to specifications. Motorcraft parts are designed and built to
provide the best performance in your vehicle.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
Be especially careful when inspecting or servicing your vehicle.
²Do not work on a hot engine.
²When the engine is running, keep loose clothing, jewelry or long hair
away from moving parts.
²Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed
space, unless you are sure you have enough ventilation.
²Keep all lit cigarettes, open flames and other lit material away from
the battery and all fuel related parts.
If you disconnect the battery, the engine must ªrelearnº its idle
conditions before your vehicle will drive properly, as explained in the
Batterysection in this chapter.
Working with the engine off
²Automatic transmission:
1. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
3. Block the wheels to prevent the vehicle from moving unexpectedly.
²Manual transmission:
1. Set the parking brake.
2. Depress the clutch and place the gearshift in 1 (First).
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WINDSHIELD WASHER FLUID
Washer fluid
Check the washer fluid whenever
you stop for fuel. The reservoir is
highlighted with a
symbol.
If the level is low, add enough fluid
to fill the reservoir. In very cold
weather, do not fill the reservoir all
the way.
Only use a washer fluid that meets Ford specification ESR-M17P5±A.
Refer toLubricant specificationsin this chapter.
State or local regulations on volatile organic compounds may restrict the
use of methanol, a common windshield washer antifreeze additive.
Washer fluids containing non-methanol antifreeze agents should be used
only if they provide cold weather protection without damaging the
vehicle's paint finish, wiper blades or washer system.
Note:Do not put washer fluid in the engine coolant reservoir. Washer
fluid placed in the cooling system may harm engine and cooling system
components.
ENGINE OIL
Checking the engine oil
Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals
for checking the engine oil.
1. Make sure the vehicle is on level ground.
2. Turn the engine off and wait a few minutes for the oil to drain into the
oil pan.
3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park) (automatic transmission) or 1 (First) (manual transmission).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
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²Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy.
²You 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.
²Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may
reduce fuel economy.
²Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel
economy.
²Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving.
Maintenance
²Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size.
²Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel
economy.
²Use recommended engine oil. Refer toLubricant specificationsin
this chapter.
²Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the
recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks
found in your vehicle scheduled maintenance guide.
Conditions
²Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy
at any speed.
²Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately
0.4 km/L [1 mpg] is lost for every 180 kg [400 lb] of weight carried).
²Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug
deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may
reduce fuel economy.
²To maximize the fuel economy, drive with the tonneau cover installed
(if equipped).
²Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy.
²Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first
12±16 km (8±10 miles) of driving.
²Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to
driving on hilly terrain.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................86
Air bag supplemental
restraint system ........................145
and child safety seats ............147
description ..............................145
disposal ....................................149
driver air bag ..........................147
indicator light ...................13, 149
operation .................................147
passenger air bag ...................147
passenger deactivation
switch ......................................150
Air cleaner filter ...............289, 294
Air conditioning ..........................59
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................55
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................265
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................170±171
Anti-theft system
warning light .............................15
Armrests ....................................130
Automatic transmission ............175
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................176
fluid, adding ............................284
fluid, checking ........................284
fluid, refill capacities ..............295
fluid, specification ..................301
Auxiliary power point ...........82, 84
Axle
lubricant
specifications ..................299, 301refill capacities ........................295
traction lok ..............................174
B
Battery .......................................263
acid, treating emergencies .....263
charging system
warning light .............................13
jumping a disabled battery ....226
maintenance-free ....................263
replacement,
specifications ..........................294
servicing ..................................263
voltage gauge ............................18
Bed extender ..............................99
Belt minder ...............................140
Brakes ........................................170
anti-lock ...........................170±171
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light .........12, 171
brake warning light ..................12
fluid, checking and adding ....283
fluid, refill capacities ..............295
fluid, specifications .........299, 301
lubricant
specifications ..................299, 301
parking ....................................172
pedals (see Power
adjustable foot pedals) ............88
shift interlock ..........................175
Break-in period .............................5
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....295
Cassette tape player ...................36
CD changer .................................49
Certification Label ....................307
Index
313

daytime running light ...............66
fog lamps ...................................65
headlamps .................................65
headlamps, flash to pass ..........66
instrument panel, dimming .....67
interior lamps .....................68±69
replacing bulbs .............69, 71±75
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................67
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
air bag ........................................13
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....12, 171
anti-theft ...................................15
brake ..........................................12
charging system ........................13
check coolant ............................13
cruise indicator .........................14
door ajar ....................................14
engine oil pressure ...................13
fuel cap light .............................12
high beam .................................14
low fuel ......................................13
low washer fluid .......................14
safety belt .................................13
service engine soon ..................11
speed control ............................92
turn signal indicator .................14
Load limits .................................197
GAWR ......................................197
GVWR ......................................197
trailer towing ..........................197
Loading instructions .................199
Locks
autolock ...................................113
childproof ................................107
Lubricant
specifications .....................299, 301
Lumbar support, seats .............123M
Manual transmission .................178
fluid capacities ........................295
lubricant specifications ..........301
reverse .....................................183
Mirrors .........................................78
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................86
fold away ...................................88
side view mirrors (power) .......87
Moon roof ....................................92
Motorcraft parts ................276, 294
O
Octane rating ....................274±275
Odometer .....................................19
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................258
Overdrive .....................................84
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ..............................110
Parking brake ............................172
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....294
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................88
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................217
Power door locks ..............106, 113
Power steering ..........................173
fluid, checking and adding ....282
fluid, refill capacity ................295
fluid, specifications .........299, 301
Index
317