Illumination of the ªCheck Engineº light, charging system warning light
or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke or
loss of engine power, could indicate that the emission control system is
not working properly.
Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially
lethal fumes into the passenger compartment.
Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. By
law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services,
sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not
permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent
it from working. Information about your vehicle's emission system is on
the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the
engine. This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up
specifications.
Please consult yourWarranty Guidefor complete emission warranty
information.
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an I/M test of
the on-board diagnostics system. If your ªCheck Engine/Service Engine
Soonº light is on, refer to the description in theWarning lights and
chimessection of theInstrument Clusterchapter. Your vehicle may not
pass the I/M test with the ªCheck Engine/Service Engine Soonº light on.
If the vehicle's powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced,
the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a ªnot ready for I/M testº
condition. To ready the on-board diagnostics system for I/M testing, a
minimum of 30 minutes of city and highway driving is necessary as
described below:
²First, at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway.
²Next, at least 20 minutes driving in stop-and-go, city-type traffic with
at least four idle periods.
Allow the vehicle to sit for at least eight hours without starting the
engine. Then, start the engine and complete the above driving cycle. The
engine must warm up to its normal operating temperature. Once started,
do not turn off the engine until the above driving cycle is complete.
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Use of a non-approved automatic transmission fluid may cause
internal transmission component damage.
If necessary, add fluid in 250 ml (1/2 pint) increments through the filler
tube until the level is correct.
If an overfill occurs, excess fluid
should be removed by a qualified
technician.
An overfill condition of
transmission fluid may cause
shift and/or engagement
concerns and/or possible
damage.
AIR FILTER MAINTENANCE
Refer to the scheduled maintenance guide for the appropriate intervals
for changing the air filter element.
When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filter
element listed. Refer toMotorcraft Part Numbers.
Note:Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not
remove it while the engine is running.
Changing the air filter element
1. Loosen the clamp that secures the air inlet tube to the engine air filter
cover and disconnect the tube from the cover.
2. Release the clamps that secure the air filter housing cover.
3. Carefully separate the two halves of the air filter housing.
4. Remove the air filter element from the air filter housing.
5. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or
debris and to ensure good sealing.
DON’T ADD
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A
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ........................................125
and child safety seats ............127
description ..............................125
disposal ....................................129
driver air bag ..........................127
indicator light ...................13, 129
operation .................................127
passenger air bag ...................127
Air cleaner filter ...............224, 230
Air conditioning ..........................53
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................50
Air suspension ...........................147
description ..............................147
warning light .............................14
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................203
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................143
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................149
fluid, adding ............................222
fluid, checking ........................222
fluid, refill capacities ..............230
fluid, specification ..................233
Auxiliary power point ...........70, 91
Axle
lubricant specifications ..232±233
refill capacities ........................230
traction lok ..............................152
B
Battery .......................................200
acid, treating emergencies .....200charging system
warning light .............................13
jumping a disabled battery ....171
maintenance-free ....................200
replacement, specifications ...230
servicing ..................................200
voltage gauge ............................19
Belt minder ...............................120
Brakes ........................................142
anti-lock ...................................143
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light .........12, 144
brake warning light ..................12
fluid, checking and adding ....221
fluid, refill capacities ..............230
fluid, specifications .........232±233
lubricant specifications ..232±233
pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) ...............................74
shift interlock ..........................148
Break-in period .............................6
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....230
Cassette tape player ...................35
CD changer .................................45
Certification Label ....................235
Child safety restraints ..............130
child safety belts ....................130
Child safety seats ......................131
attaching with tether straps ..136
in front seat ............................133
in rear seat ......................133, 135
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............189
exterior ....................................192
instrument cluster lens ..........191
Index
240
turning on and off ....................59
warning chime ..........................16
Heating ........................................53
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................50
HomeLink universal
transceiver (see Garage
door opener) ...................80, 82±83
Hood ..........................................195
I
Ignition .......................138, 233±234
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................131
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................219
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................191
cluster ................................10, 191
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................61
J
Jack ............................................166
positioning ...............................166
storage .....................................166
Jump-starting your vehicle ......171
K
Keyless entry system ...............100
autolock .....................................99
keypad .....................................100
programming entry code .......100
Keys ...........................102±103, 105
key in ignition chime ...............16
positions of the ignition .........138L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................59
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................62
cargo lamps ...............................61
daytime running light ...............60
headlamps .................................59
headlamps, flash to pass ..........60
instrument panel, dimming .....61
interior lamps ...............59, 62±63
replacing bulbs ....... 62±63, 65±67
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................61
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
air bag ........................................13
air suspension ...........................14
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ....12, 144
brake ..........................................12
charging system ........................13
check engine .............................11
fuel cap light .............................12
high beam .................................15
low coolant ................................13
low fuel ......................................14
oil pressure ...............................13
overdrive off ..............................14
safety belt .................................13
speed control ............................79
traction control active ..............14
turn signal indicator .................15
Load limits .................................153
GAWR ......................................153
GVWR ......................................153
trailer towing ..........................153
Locks
autolock .....................................99
childproof ..................................93
doors ..........................................92
Index
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