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COURTESY/READING LAMPS (IF EQUIPPED)
The dome lamp lights when the
control is in the DOOR (left)
position, anydoor is open, the
instrument panel switch is pushed
past the detent and when anyof the
remote entrycontrols are pressed
while the ignition is off.
The reading lamps can be turned on
bypressing the rocker controls next
to each lamp.
BULBS
Replacing exterior bulbs
Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.
Using the right bulbs
Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs
must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an
“E” for Europe to assure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern
and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly
or void the lamp assemblywarrantyand will provide qualitybulb burn
time.
Function Number of
bulbsTrade number
Headlamps (aerodynamic) 2 9007
Headlamps (sealed beam) 2 H6054
Park/turn 2 3157
Sidemarker 2 194
Tail/stop/turn/sidemarker 2 3157 K
Backup 2 3156K
High-mount stoplamp 1 921
Foglamp 2 899
License plate lamp 2 168
Cargo lamp 2 906
Roofmarker 5 194
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Replacing foglamp bulbs (if equipped)
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position.
2. Remove the bulb socket from the
foglamp byturning
counterclockwise.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector from the foglamp bulb.
Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order.
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
The license plate bulbs are located
behind the rear bumper. To change
the license plate lamp bulbs:
1. Reach behind the rear bumper to
locate the bulb.
2. Twist the bulb socket
counterclockwise and carefullypull
to remove it from the lamp
assembly.
3. Pull out the old bulb from the
socket and push in the new bulb.
4. Install the bulb socket in lamp assemblybyturning it clockwise.
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refill capacities ........................228
specifications ..................232, 235
Exhaust fumes ..........................102
F
Fail safe cooling ........................204
Fluid capacities .........................228
Foglamps .....................................36
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......113
driving off road .......................116
electronic shift ................115–116
indicator light .........................113
lever operated shift ................114
manual locking hubs ..............113
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................105
Fuel ............................................205
calculating fuel economy.......210
cap ...........................................207
capacity...................................228
choosing the right fuel ...........208
comparisons with EPA fuel
economyestimates .................213
detergent in fuel .....................209
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................205, 207, 210
filter, specifications ........209, 228
fuel pump shut-off switch .....153
improving fuel economy........210
octane rating ...................208, 235
quality......................................208
running out of fuel .................209
safetyinformation relating to
automotive fuels .....................205
Fuses ..................................154–155
G
Garage door opener ....................46Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............207
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................210
Gauges .........................................13
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating) .......................................125
calculating ...............................127
definition .................................125
driving with a heavyload ......125
location ....................................125
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating) .......................................125
calculating .......................125, 127
definition .................................125
driving with a heavyload ......125
location ....................................125
H
Headlamps ...................................35
aiming ........................................37
autolamp system .......................35
daytime running lights .............36
flash to pass ..............................37
high beam .................................36
replacing bulbs .........................39
turning on and off ....................35
Heating
heating and air
conditioning system ...........32–33
Hood ..........................................192
I
Ignition .................................98, 235
Infant seats (see Safetyseats) ..90
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................214
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Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................187
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................37
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......168
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................61
Keys
positions of the ignition ...........98
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................35
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................38
cargo lamps ...............................37
daytime running light ...............36
fog lamps ...................................36
headlamps .................................35
headlamps, flash to pass ..........37
instrument panel, dimming .....37
interior lamps ...........................38
replacing bulbs ...................38–43
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................37
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........103
speed control ............................51
Load limits .................................125
GAWR ......................................125
GVWR ......................................125
trailer towing ..........................125
Loading instructions .................127Locks
autolock .....................................61
childproof ..................................57
Lubricant specifications ...232, 235
Lumbar support, seats ...............67
M
Manual transmission .................109
fluid capacities ........................228
lubricant specifications ..........235
reverse .....................................110
Message center ...........................51
english/metric button ...............52
menu button .............................52
Mirrors .........................................45
fold away...................................48
side view mirrors (power) .......47
Motorcraft parts ................209, 228
O
Octane rating ............................208
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................194
P
Parking brake ............................104
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....228
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................48
Power adjustable foot pedals .....48
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................155
Power door locks ..................56, 61
Power point .................................46
Power steering ..........................105
fluid, checking and adding ....215
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