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Cap light on, can activate the Service Engine Soon warning. When the
fuel filler cap is properly re-installed, the light(s) will turn off after a
period of normal driving.It may take a long period of time for the
system to detect an improperly installed fuel filler cap.
If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel filler
cap that is designed for your vehicle. The customer warranty may
be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the
correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used.
The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is
venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops
before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may
spray out and injure you or others.
If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure or
vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause
the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result in possible
personal injury.
Choosing the right fuel
Use only UNLEADED FUEL. The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law
and could damage your vehicle.
Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can damage critical fuel system
components.
Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic
compounds, including manganese-based additives. Studies indicate that
these additives can cause your vehicle’s emission control system to
deteriorate more rapidly. In Canada, many fuels contain critical fuel
system components.
Do not use fuel containing methanol. It can damage critical fuel system
components.
Repairs to correct the effects of using a fuel for which your vehicle was
not designed may not be covered by your warranty.
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Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry
ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine
compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
Illumination of the“Check Engine”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.
On board diagnostics (OBD-II)
Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s
emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On
Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II). This OBD-II system protects the
environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet
government emission standards. The OBD-II system also assists the
service technician in properly servicing your vehicle. When theCheck
engine/Service engine soonlight illuminates, the OBD-II system has
detected a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause yourCheck
engine/Service engine soonlight to illuminate. Examples are:
1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run
poorly.)
2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.
3. The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened.
These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank
with good quality fuel and/or properly tightening the fuel cap. After three
driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions
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present, theCheck engine/Service engine soonlight should turn off. (A
driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed
city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is required.
If theCheck engine/Service engine soonlight remains on, have your
vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.
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 yourCheck engine/Service engine
soonlight is on, refer to the description in theWarning lights and
chimessection of theInstrument Clusterchapter. Your vehicle may not
pass the I/M test with theCheck engine/Service engine soonlight on.
If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced,
the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a“not ready for I/M test”
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:
•First, at least 10 minutes of driving on an expressway or highway.
•Next, 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.
CHECKING AND ADDING POWER STEERING FLUID
Check the power steering fluid.
Refer to the scheduled maintenance
guide for the service interval
schedules.If adding fluid is
necessary, use only MERCON
AT F.
1. Start the engine and let it run until it reaches normal operating
temperature (the engine coolant temperature gauge indicator will be
near the center of the normal area between H and C).
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2. While the engine idles, turn the steering wheel left and right several
times.
3. Turn the engine off.
4. Check the fluid level in the
reservoir. It should be between the
MIN and MAX lines. Do not add
fluid if the level is in this range.
5. If the fluid is low, add fluid in small amounts, continuously checking
the level until it reaches the range between the MIN and MAX lines. Be
sure to put the cap back on the reservoir.
BRAKE FLUID RESERVOIR
The fluid level will drop slowly as
the brakes wear, and will rise when
the brake components are replaced.
Fluid levels below the“MAX”line
that do not trigger the brake system
warning lamp are within the normal
operating range, there is no need to
add fluid. If the fluid levels are outside of the normal operating range,
the performance of your brake system could be compromised, seek
service from your dealer immediately.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid (if equipped)
Refer to yourScheduled Maintenance Guidefor scheduled intervals for
fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not consume fluid.
However, the fluid level should be checked if the transmission is not
working properly, i.e., if the transmission slips or shifts slowly or if you
notice some sign of fluid leakage.
Automatic transmission fluid expands when warmed. To obtain an
accurate fluid check, drive the vehicle until it is at normal operating
temperature (approximately 30 km [20 miles]). If your vehicle has been
operated for an extended period at high speeds, in city traffic during hot
DONOTOVERFILLPOWERSTEERINGFLUID
MAX
MIN
MAX
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located on the structure by the trailing edge of the driver’s door or the
edge of the driver’s door. The cold inflation pressure should never be set
lower than the recommended pressure on the vehicle label.
The tire suppliers may have additional markings, notes or warnings such
as standard load, radial tubeless, etc.
Additional information contained on the tire sidewall for“LT”type
tires
“LT”type tires have some additional
information than those of“P”type
tires; these differences are
described below:
1.LT:Indicates a tire, designated by
the Tire and Rim Association
(T&RA), that is intended for service
on light trucks.
2.Load Range/Load Inflation
Limits:Indicates the tires
load-carrying capabilities and its
inflation limits.
3.Maximum Load Dual lbs. (kg)
at psi (kPa) cold:Indicates the
maximum load and tire pressure
when the tire is used as a dual; a
dual is defined as when four tires are put on the rear axle (a total of six
or more tires on the vehicle).
4.Maximum Load Single lbs. (kg) at psi (kPa) cold:Indicates the
maximum load and tire pressure when the tire is used as a single; a
single is defined as when two tires (total) are put on the rear axle.
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................129
Air bag supplemental
restraint system ................105, 109
and child safety seats ............107
description ......................105, 109
disposal ....................................112
driver air bag ..................107, 110
indicator light .................109, 111
operation .........................107, 110
passenger air bag ...........107, 110
side air bag ..............................109
Air cleaner filter ...............212, 226
Air conditioning ..........................35
Air suspension ...........................133
description ..............................133
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................192
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................129
Audio system
(see Radio) ................20, 23, 26, 28
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................135
fluid, adding ............................209
fluid, checking ........................209
fluid, refill capacities ..............227
fluid, specification ..................230
Auxiliary power point .................56
Axle
lubricant specifications ..228, 230
refill capacities ........................227
traction lok ..............................138
B
Battery .......................................190acid, treating emergencies .....190
jumping a disabled battery ....161
maintenance-free ....................190
replacement, specifications ...226
servicing ..................................190
BeltMinder .................................100
Brakes ................................128–129
anti-lock ...................................129
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light ...............130
fluid, checking and adding ....209
fluid, refill capacities ..............227
fluid, specifications .........228, 230
lubricant specifications ..228, 230
shift interlock ..........................134
Bulbs ............................................41
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....227
CD changer .................................30
Cell phone use ............................72
Certification Label ....................232
Changing a tire .........................155
Child safety restraints ..............112
child safety belts ....................112
Child safety seats ......................115
attaching with tether straps ..119
in front seat ............................116
in rear seat ..............................116
Cigar lighter
Power Point ..............................56
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............178
instrument panel ....................180
interior .....................................180
interior trim ............................180
plastic parts ............................179
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washing ....................................177
waxing .....................................177
wheels ......................................178
wiper blades ............................179
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............35
Clock adjust
AM/FM .......................................27
AM/FM/CD .................................24
AM/FM/Tape ..............................28
AM/FM/Tape/CD .......................22
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment .................51
Console ........................................72
overhead ..............................49–50
Controls
power seat .................................90
steering column ........................63
Coolant
checking and adding ..............192
refill capacities ................196, 227
specifications ..................228, 230
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................60
Customer Assistance ................145
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................182
Ford Extended Service Plan .170
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............174
Getting roadside assistance ...145
Getting the service
you need .................................168
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................175
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................170
Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program ...............173D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................38
Defrost
rear window ..............................37
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................209
engine oil .................................186
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........228
Driving under special
conditions ..................................138
through water .........................138
E
Electronic message center .........68
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................161
Emission control system ..........206
Engine ........................................230
cleaning ...................................178
coolant .....................................192
fail-safe coolant ......................197
idle speed control ...................190
lubrication
specifications ..................228, 230
refill capacities ........................227
service points ..........................185
starting after a collision .........146
Engine block heater .................127
Engine oil ..................................186
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................186
checking and adding ..............186
dipstick ....................................186
filter, specifications ........189, 226
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K
Keyless entry system .................81
autolock .....................................80
keypad .......................................81
programming entry code .........81
Keys .................................73, 83–85
positions of the ignition .........124
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................38
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................41
daytime running light ...............38
headlamps .................................38
headlamps, flash to pass ..........39
instrument panel, dimming .....39
interior lamps .....................40–41
replacing bulbs ...................41–46
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................40
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........130
Limited slip axle
(see Traction Loc) ....................138
Load limits .................................139
Locks
autolock .....................................80
childproof ..................................74
doors ..........................................73
Lubricant specifications ...228, 230
Lumbar support, seats ...............89
M
Message center ...........................68
reset button ..............................68
select button .............................69Mirrors .........................................48
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................59
fold away ...................................59
heated ........................................58
side view mirrors (power) .......58
Moon roof ....................................63
Motorcraft parts ................203, 226
O
Octane rating ............................202
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................186
P
Panic alarm feature, remote
entry system ................................77
Parking brake ............................130
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....226
Pedals (see Power
adjustable foot pedals) ...............59
Power adjustable foot pedals .....59
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................151
Power door locks ..................73, 80
Power mirrors .............................58
Power Point
Cigar lighter ..............................56
Power steering ..................132–133
fluid, checking and adding ....208
fluid, refill capacity ................227
fluid, specifications .................228
Power Windows ...........................57
R
Radio ..........................20, 23, 26, 28
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