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Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 10
Warning and control lights 10
Gauges 14
Entertainment Systems 17
AM/FM stereo cassette with CD 17
Rear seat controls 27
Rear seat entertainment system 32
Navigation system 44
Climate Controls 80
Manual heating and air conditioning 80
Rear passenger climate control 85
Rear window defroster 86
Lights 87
Headlamps 87
Turn signal control 90
Bulb replacement 91
Driver Controls 99
Windshield wiper/washer control 99
Power windows 105
Mirrors 106
Speed control 108
Message center 119
Locks and Security 132
Keys 132
Locks 132
Anti-theft system 133
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Speed control:Illuminates when
the speed control is activated. Turns
off when the speed control system
is deactivated.
O/D off:Illuminates when the
overdrive function of the
transmission has been turned off,
refer to theDrivingchapter. If the
light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the transmission
serviced soon, or damage may occur.
AdvanceTrac(if equipped):
Illuminates when the AdvanceTrac
system is active. If the light remains
on, have the system serviced
immediately, refer to theDriving
chapter for more information..
Four wheel drive low (if
equipped):Illuminates when
four-wheel drive low is engaged.
Four wheel drive high (if
equipped):Illuminates when
four-wheel drive is engaged.
Door ajar (if equipped):
Illuminates when the ignition is in
the ON position and any door is
open.
Turn signal:Illuminates when the
left or right turn signal or the
hazard lights are turned on. If the
indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.
High beams:Illuminates when the
high beam headlamps are turned on.
Key-in-ignition warning chime:Sounds when the key is left in the
ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACC position and the driver’s door is
opened.
O/D
OFF
4x4
LOW
4x4
HIGH
DOOR
AJAR
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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 to ensure
lamp performance, light brightness and pattern and safe visibility. The
correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly or void the lamp
assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn time.
Function Number of bulbs Trade number
Headlamps (low-beam) 2 9006
Headlamps (high-beam) 2 9005
Front park/turn/sidemarker
lamps2 3457 K
Foglamps 2 899
Dome/map lamps 2 579
Turn/tail/brake/sidemarker
lamps2 3157
Approach/mirror turn
signal lamps (if equipped)2 906
Mirror approach lamps–
non turn signal (if
equipped)2 *See your dealer
Liftgate bulb 2 916
Backup lamp 2 3156
License lamp 2 168
High-mount brake lamp 5 W5W
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer
* To obtain replacement approach lamp assembly bulbs, see your
dealer and reference Ford part no. 2L1Z–13B374–BB for the passenger
side mirror and 2L1Z–13B375–BB for the driver side mirror.
Replacing the interior bulbs
Check the operation of all bulbs frequently.
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7. Once the bulb covers are
removed, the bulbs can be removed
by turning them counterclockwise
and then pulling the bulbs straight
out.
Handle a halogen headlamp bulb carefully and keep out of
children’s reach. Grasp the bulb only by its plastic base and do
not touch the glass. The oil from your hand could cause the bulb to
break the next time the headlamps are operated.
8. Insert the glass end of the new bulb into the headlamp assembly.
When the grooves in the plastic base are aligned, turn the new bulb
clockwise to install.
9. Reinstall the bulb covers.
10. Replace the headlamp assembly and tighten all three retainer bolts to
secure.
Replacing front parking lamp/turn/sidemarker signal bulbs
1. Make sure that the headlamp control is in the OFF position.
2. Open the hood.
3. Remove the two headlamp
assembly retainer bolts and lamp
assembly from the vehicle.
4. Loosen the vertical bolt on the
backside of the headlamp assembly.
Do not remove it.
5. Slide headlamp assembly forward
and off of guide ribs to expose the
back of the bulb and wiring connector.
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Replacing license plate lamp bulb
The license plate bulbs are located in the license plate housing assembly
on the liftgate. To change the license plate bulbs:
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position.
2. Remove the license lamp screw
from the assembly.
3. Pull the lamp down and twist the
bulb socket counterclockwise.
Remove the bulb socket from the
lamp.
4. Pull out the old bulb and push in
the new bulb.
5. Install the bulb socket in the lamp assembly by turning it clockwise.
6. Install the lamp assembly and secure it with the retaining screw.
Approach lamp/mirror turn signal bulb removal (if equipped)
To change the bulbs:
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position and then fold
the mirror forward.
2. Remove the torx screw on the
bottom of the turn signal lens using
a T-10 torx driver.
3. Pull the turn signal lens down to
remove it from the mirror assembly
4. Disconnect the bulb assembly
from the lens.
5. Remove and replace the bulb.
6. Reverse the order to reassemble lamp and lens.
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Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................186
Inspection/maintenance
(I/M) testing ..............................305
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................278
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and interior...89
J
Jack ............................................253
positioning ...............................253
storage .....................................253
Jump-starting your vehicle ......258
K
Keyless entry system
programming entry code .......140
Keys ...................................141–143
positions of the ignition .........197
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................87
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................92
daytime running light ...............88
fog lamps ...................................87
headlamps .................................87
headlamps, flash to pass ..........88
instrument panel, dimming .....89
interior lamps .....................90–93
replacing bulbs .............91, 93–96
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................90
Liftgate ..............................130, 134
Lights, warning and indicator ....10anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........202
Limited-slip axle .......................207
Load limits .................................229
GAWR ......................................229
GVWR ......................................229
trailer towing ..........................229
Loading instructions .................230
Locks
childproof ................................132
doors ........................................132
Lubricant specifications ...328, 331
Lumbar support, seats .............147
M
Message center .........................119
english/metric button .............124
system check button ..............125
warning messages ...................125
Mirrors ...............................101, 106
automatic dimming
rearview mirror .......................106
fold away .................................108
heated ......................................107
programmable memory ..135, 148
side view mirrors (power) .....107
Moon roof ..................................102
Motorcraft parts ................300, 325
N
Navigation system .......................44
quick start .................................48
radio functions ..........................50
setting the clock .......................77
O
Octane rating ............................299
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