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•Make sure the parking brake is
set.
•Make sure the gearshift is in P
(Park).
•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.
•If the driver’s safety belt is fastened, the
light may not illuminate.
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Trailer lamps
Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all running
lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. See your
dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for
hooking up trailer lamps.
Using a step bumper (if equipped)
The rear bumper is equipped with an integral hitch and only requires a
ball with a one inch (25.4 mm) shank diameter. The bumper has a 5,000
lbs. (2,270 kg) trailer weight and 500 lbs. (227 kg) tongue weight
capacity.
If it is necessary to relocate the trailer hitch ball position, a
frame-mounted trailer hitch must be installed.
Driving while you tow
When towing a trailer:
•Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off
automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades.
•Do not exceed 50 mph (80 km/h) for the first 500 miles (800 km) of
towing and do not perform and fast accelerations from a stop during
this time.
•Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer.
•To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will also assist
in transmission cooling.
•Anticipate stops and brake gradually.
When descending long, steep downhill grades, always use a lower gear to
provide engine braking to save wear on brakes. Use Drive (Overdrive
OFF) on moderately steep hills, Second (2) on steep hills, and First (1)
on very steep hills.Do not apply your brakes continuously, as they
may overheat and become less effective.
Servicing after towing
If you tow a trailer for long distances, your vehicle will require more
frequent service intervals. Refer to yourScheduled Maintenance Guide
for more information.
Trailer towing tips
•Practice turning, stopping and backing up before starting on a trip to
get the feel of the vehicle trailer combination. When turning, make
wider turns so the trailer wheels will clear curbs and other obstacles.
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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
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
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GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES FOR YOUR VEHICLE
A wide selection of Genuine Ford Accessories are available for your
vehicle through your local authorized Ford or Ford of Canada dealer.
These quality accessories have been specifically engineered to fulfill your
automotive needs; they are custom designed to complement the style
and aerodynamic appearance of your vehicle. In addition, each accessory
is made from high quality materials and meets or exceeds Ford’s rigorous
engineering and safety specifications. Ford Motor Company will repair or
replace any properly dealer-installed Genuine Ford Accessory found to
be defective in factory-supplied materials or workmanship during the
warranty period, as well as any component damaged by the defective
accessory. The accessory will be warranted for whichever provides you
the greatest benefit:
•12 months or 12,000 miles (20,000 km) (whichever occurs first), or
•the remainder of your new vehicle limited warranty.
This means that Genuine Ford Accessories purchased along with your
new vehicle and installed by the dealer are covered for the full length of
your New Vehicle’s Limited Warranty—3 years or 36,000 miles (60,000 km)(whichever occurs first). Contact your dealer for details and a copy of
the warranty.
Not all accessories are available for all models.
The following is a list of several Genuine Ford Accessory products for
your vehicle. Not all accessories are available for all models. For a
complete listing of the accessories that are available for your vehicle,
please contact your dealer or visit our online store at:
www.fordaccessoriesstore.com.
Exterior style
Bug shields
Deflectors
Exterior trim
Fender flares
Front end covers
Grille inserts
Headlamps, taillamps, fog lights and Daytime Running Lamps (DRLs)
Running boards
Sliding rear windows - manual and power
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refill capacities ........................233
specifications ..................238, 241
Exhaust fumes ..........................119
F
Fail safe cooling ........................201
Fluid capacities .........................233
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................122
Fuel ............................................202
calculating fuel economy .......206
cap ...........................................204
capacity ...................................233
choosing the right fuel ...........205
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................209
detergent in fuel .....................206
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................202, 204, 207
filter, specifications ........206, 232
fuel pump shut-off switch .....147
improving fuel economy ........206
octane rating ...........205, 241–242
quality ......................................205
running out of fuel .................206
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................202
Fuses ..........................................149
G
Garage door opener ....................66
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............204
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................206
Gauges .........................................15GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating)
calculating ...............................133
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating)
calculating ...............................133
H
Hazard flashers .........................147
Headlamps ...................................55
bulb specifications ....................60
daytime running lights .............55
flash to pass ..............................56
high beam .................................56
replacing bulbs ...................61–62
turning on and off ....................55
Heating
heater only system .............52, 54
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................53
Hood ..........................................189
I
Ignition .......................116, 241–242
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................104
Inspection/maintenance
(I/M) testing ..............................211
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................185
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................56
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......166
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Keys
positions of the ignition .........116
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................60
daytime running light ...............55
headlamps .................................55
headlamps, flash to pass ..........56
instrument panel, dimming .....56
interior lamps ...........................59
replacing bulbs ...................60–64
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................59
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........120
Load limits .................................130
Loading instructions .................133
Lubricant specifications ...238, 241
Lug nuts ....................................165
Lumbar support, seats ...............81
M
Mirrors
fold away ...................................71
side view mirrors (power) .......70
Motorcraft parts ................206, 232
O
Octane rating ............................205
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................191
P
Parking brake ............................121Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....232
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................153
Power door locks ........................75
Power mirrors .............................70
Power point .................................69
Power steering ..........................121
fluid, checking and adding ....212
fluid, refill capacity ................233
fluid, specifications .........238, 241
Power Windows ...........................70
Preparing to drive
your vehicle ...............................122
R
Radio ..........................18, 20, 22, 25
Rear seat entertainment
system ..........................................30
Relays ................................149, 156
Remote entry system
illuminated entry ................55, 79
locking/unlocking doors ...........75
Roadside assistance ..................146
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Safety Belt Maintenance ............95
Safety belts (see
Safety restraints) ............86–88, 90
Safety defects, reporting ..........181
Safety restraints ....................86–90
belt minder ...............................91
extension assembly ..................95
for adults .............................87–88
for children .....................100, 102
lap belt ......................................90
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safety belt maintenance ...........95
warning light and chime ..........91
Safety seats for children ..........104
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............86
Seats ............................................80
child safety seats ....................104
front seats .................................80
Servicing your vehicle ..............188
Setting the clock
AM/FM stereo ...........................19
AM/FM/CD .................................23
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................27
AM/FM/Tape ..............................20
Spare tire (see
Changing the Tire) ...................158
Spark plugs,
specifications .............232, 241–242
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............8
diesel-powered vehicles .............7
utility-type vehicles ....................7
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................238, 241
Speed control ..............................72
Starting your
vehicle ........................116–117, 119
jump starting ..........................166
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................66
T
Temperature control
(see Climate control) ...........52, 54
Tilt steering wheel ......................66
Tires ...................................217–219alignment ................................227
care ..........................................224
changing ..........................158–159
checking the pressure ............224
label .........................................224
replacing ..........................162, 230
rotating ....................................227
safety practices .......................230
sidewall information ...............220
snow tires and chains ............231
spare tire .................................157
terminology .............................219
tire grades ...............................218
treadwear ........................218, 229
Towing .......................................133
recreational towing .................145
trailer towing ..........................133
wrecker ....................................172
Traction-lok rear axle ...............122
Transmission .............................123
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....123
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................213
fluid, refill capacities ..............233
lubricant specifications ..238, 241
Turn signal ..................................59
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................242
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................245
Vehicle loading ..........................130
Ventilating your vehicle ...........119
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................191
Water, Driving through .............129
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