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ACC
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Headlamp control
(pg. 73)Instrument panel dimmer
control
(pg. 74)Instrument cluster
(pg. 12)
Speed control*
(pg. 89)
Hood release
(pg. 234) Driver air bag
(pg. 121)
Parking brake release
(pg. 157) Turn signal and
wiper/washer control
(pg. 75)
Instrument Cluster
10
O/D off
Illuminates when the overdrive
function has been turned OFF using
the transmission control switch
(TCS).
If the light does not come on or the light flashes steadily, have
your vehicle serviced as soon as possible, damage to the
transmission could occur.
Turn signals
Illuminates when the turn signals or
the hazard lights are turned on. If
the lights stay on continuously or
flash faster, check for a burned-out bulb.
High beams
Illuminates when the high beam
headlamps are turned on.
Door ajar
Illuminates when any door is open
(or not fully closed).
Anti-theft system (if equipped)
Refer toSecuriLockypassive
anti-theft systemin theLocks and
Securitychapter.
Four wheel drive high (if equipped)
Illuminates when four-wheel drive is
put in high range.
NOTE:If the light continues to
flash have the system serviced.
O/D
OFF
DOOR
AJAR
Instrument Cluster
16
Unlocking the doors
Press this control to unlock the
driver's door. The interior lamps will
illuminate.
Press the control a second time
within five seconds to unlock all
doors.
Locking the doors
Press this control to lock all doors.
To confirm all doors are closed and
locked, press the control a second
time within five seconds. The doors
will lock again, the horn will chirp
and the lamps will flash.
If any of the doors are ajar, the horn
will make two quick chirps,
reminding you to properly close all
doors.
Illuminated entry
The interior lamps illuminate when the remote entry system is used to
unlock the door(s) or sound the personal alarm.
The system automatically turns off after 25 seconds or when the ignition
is turned to the ON or ACC position.
NOTE:The dome lamp control (if equipped) mustnotbe set to the
OFF position for the illuminated entry system to operate.
The inside lights will not turn off if:
²they have been turned on with the dimmer control, or
²any door is open.
NOTE:The battery saver will shut off the interior lamps 45 minutes
after the ignition has been turned to the OFF position.
Locks and Security
98
If starting a vehicle with a manual
transmission:
²Make sure the parking brake is
set.
²Push the clutch pedal to the
floor.
3. Turn the key to 4 (ON) without
turning the key to 5 (START).
Make sure the corresponding lights illuminate or illuminate briefly. If a
light fails to illuminate, have the vehicle serviced.
²Note:If the driver's safety belt is fastened, the
light may not
illuminate.
Starting the engine
Note:Whenever you start your vehicle, release the key as soon as the
engine starts. Excessive cranking could damage the starter.
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BRAKE
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FUEL
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EFH
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SPEED
CONT
4WD
HIGH
4WD
LOW
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304080
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10 100
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AJAR
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GAGE
Driving
150
attaching with tether straps ..140
in front seat ............................136
in rear seat ......................136, 139
LATCH .....................................145
tether anchorage hardware ...140
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............219
exterior ....................................223
instrument cluster lens ..........222
instrument panel ....................222
interior .....................................222
mirrors .....................................221
plastic parts ............................221
washing ....................................218
waxing .....................................218
wheels ......................................219
wiper blades ............................221
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......68±69
Clock ....................24, 31, 44, 52, 64
Clutch
fluid ..........................................263
operation while driving ..........162
recommended shift speeds ....164
Compass, electronic ..............86±87
calibration .................................88
set zone adjustment .................87
Console ........................................94
Coolant
checking and adding ..............245
refill capacities ................249, 272
specifications ..................275±276
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................89
Customer
Assistance ..........181, 207±208, 211
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................223
Getting roadside assistance ...181D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................73
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................263
engine oil .................................238
Doors
door ajar warning .....................16
lubricant specifications ..........275
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................267
Driving under special
conditions ..........................168±169
mud ..........................................168
sand .........................................168
snow and ice ...........................169
through water .................168, 170
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Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................201
Emission control system ..........259
Engine ........................................276
check engine/service engine
soon light ..................................12
cleaning ...................................219
coolant .....................................245
idle speed control ...................243
lubrication
specifications ..................275±276
refill capacities ........................272
service points ..................234±236
starting after a collision .........182
Engine block heater .................152
Engine oil ..................................238
checking and adding ..............238
dipstick ....................................238
Index
281
warning chime ..........................17
Heating
heater only system ...................68
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................69
Hood ..........................................233
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Ignition ...............................148, 276
Infant seats (see Safety seats)..135
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................260
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................222
cluster ................................12, 222
lighting up panel and interior...74
location of components ............12
J
Jack ............................................194
positioning ...............................194
storage .............................194±197
Jump-starting your vehicle ......201
K
Keys ...................................102±103
key in ignition chime ...............17
positions of the ignition .........148
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Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................76
cargo lamps ...............................74
daytime running light ...............73
fog lamps ...................................73headlamps .................................73
headlamps, flash to pass ..........74
instrument panel, dimming .....74
interior lamps .....................75±76
replacing bulbs.. 75, 77±78, 80±81
Lane change indicator (see
Turn signal) .................................75
LATCH anchors .........................145
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
air bag ..................................14±15
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....14, 155
anti-theft ...................................16
brake ..........................................13
charging system ........................15
check coolant ............................13
check engine .............................12
cruise indicator .........................15
door ajar ....................................16
fuel cap light .............................15
high beam .................................16
overdrive off ..............................16
safety belt .................................14
speed control ............................93
turn signal indicator .................16
Limited slip axle
(see Traction Loc) ....................157
Load limits .................................170
GAWR ......................................170
GVWR ......................................170
trailer towing ..........................170
Loading instructions .................172
Lubricant specifications ...275±276
Lumbar support, seats .............106
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Manual transmission .................162
fluid capacities ........................272
lubricant specifications ..........276
reverse .....................................164
Index
283