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To replace the battery:
1. Twist a thin coin between the two
halves of the remote entry
transmitter near the key ring. DO
NOT TAKE THE RUBBER COVER
AND CIRCUIT BOARD OFF THE
FRONT HOUSING OF THE
REMOTE ENTRY TRANSMITTER.
2. Do not wipe off any grease on the
battery terminals on the back
surface of the circuit board.
3. Remove the old battery.Note:Please refer to local regulations when
disposing of transmitter batteries.
4. Insert the new battery. Refer to the diagram inside the remote entry
transmitter for the correct orientation of the battery. Press the battery
down to ensure that the battery is fully seated in the battery housing
cavity.
5. Snap the two halves back together.
Note:Replacement of the battery willnotcause the remote transmitter
to become deprogrammed from your vehicle. The remote transmitter
should operate normally after battery replacement.
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12. Remove the jack and fully
tighten the lug nuts in the order
shown. Refer toWheel lug nut
torque specificationslater in this
chapter for the proper lug nut
torque specification.
13. Put flat tire, jack and lug wrench
away.
14. Turn on the air suspension
switch (if equipped).
Wheel lug nut torque specifications
Retighten the lug nuts to the specified torque at 500 miles (800 km)
after any wheel disturbance (tire rotation, changing a flat tire, wheel
removal, etc.).
Bolt size Wheel lug nut torque*
lb.ft. N•m
1⁄2x 20 100 136
* Torque specifications are for nut and bolt threads free of dirt and
rust. Use only Ford recommended replacement fasteners.
When a wheel is installed, always remove any corrosion, dirt or
foreign materials present on the mounting surfaces of the wheel or
the surface of the front disc brake hub and rotor that contacts the wheel.
Installing wheels without correct metal-to-metal contact at the wheel
mounting surfaces can cause the wheel nuts to loosen and the wheel to
come off while the vehicle is in motion, resulting in loss of control.
JUMP STARTING YOUR VEHICLE
The gases around the battery can explode if exposed to flames,
sparks, or lit cigarettes. An explosion could result in injury or
vehicle damage.
Batteries contain sulfuric acid which can burn skin, eyes and
clothing, if contacted.
Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. Automatic
transmissions do not have push-start capability; doing so may
damage the catalytic converter.
1
4 3
2 5
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•The suspension insulation and bumpers will help prevent vehicle
damage. Do not remove these components from your vehicle when
using snow tires and chains.
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component 4.6L SOHC V8 engine
Air filter element FA-1668
Fuel filter FG-986B
Battery-standard BXT-65–650
Battery-heavy duty BXT-65–750
Oil filter FL-820-S
PCV valve
1
Spark plugs2
1
The PCV valve is a critical emission component. It is one of the items
listed in theScheduled Maintenance Guideand is essential to the life
and performance of your vehicle and to its emissions system.
For PCV valve replacement, see your dealer or a qualified service
technician. Refer to theScheduled Maintenance Guidefor the
appropriate intervals for changing the PCV valve.
Replace the PCV valve with one that meets Ford material and
design specifications for your vehicle, such as a Motorcraft or
equivalent replacement part. The customer warranty may be void
for any damage to the emissions system if such a PCV valve is not
used.
2For spark plug replacement, see your dealer or a qualified service
technician. Refer to theScheduled Maintenance Guidefor the
appropriate intervals for changing the spark plugs.
Replace the spark plugs with ones that meet Ford material and
design specifications for your vehicle, such as Motorcraft or
equivalent replacement parts. The customer warranty may be
void for any damage to the engine if such spark plugs are not
used.
Refer to Vehicle Emissions Control Information (VECI) decal for spark
plug gap information.
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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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