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3. Set the parking brake and ensure the gearshift is securely latched in P
(Park).
4. Open the hood. Protect yourself from engine heat.
5. Locate and carefully remove the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).
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For longer, trouble-free operation, keep the top of the battery clean and
dry. Also, make certain the battery cables are always tightly fastened to
the battery terminals.
If you see any corrosion on the battery or terminals, remove the cables
from the terminals and clean with a wire brush. You can neutralize the
acid with a solution of baking soda and water.
Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause
personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted
substances to come near the battery. When working near the battery,
always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide proper
ventilation.
When lifting a plastic-cased battery, excessive pressure on the
end walls could cause acid to flow through the vent caps,
resulting in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or battery.
Lift the battery with a battery carrier or with your hands on opposite
corners.
Keep batteries out of reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric
acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Shield your eyes
when working near the battery to protect against possible splashing of
acid solution. In case of acid contact with skin or eyes, flush
immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt
medical attention. If acid is swallowed, call a physician immediately.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and
lead compounds.Wash hands after handling.
Because your vehicle’s engine is electronically controlled by a computer,
some control conditions are maintained by power from the battery. When
the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the engine must
relearn its idle and fuel trim strategy for optimum driveability and
performance. To begin this process:
1. With the vehicle at a complete stop, set the parking brake.
2. Put the gearshift lever in P (Park), turn off all accessories and start
the engine.
3. Run the engine until it reaches normal operating temperature.
4. Allow the engine to idle for at least one minute.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................52
AdvanceTrac ..............................143
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ................................116, 120
and child safety seats ............118
description ......................116, 120
disposal ....................................123
driver air bag ..................118, 121
indicator light .................120, 123
operation .........................118, 121
passenger air bag ...........118, 121
Air cleaner filter .......................271
Air conditioning ..........................32
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................163
Ambulance packages ....................7
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................236
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................141
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................18, 21, 25
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................149
fluid, adding ............................255
fluid, checking ........................255
fluid, refill capacities ..............272
fluid, specification ..................276
Auxiliary power point .................51
Axle
lubricant
specifications ..................274, 276
refill capacities ........................272
B
Battery .......................................234acid, treating
emergencies ............................234
jumping a disabled
battery .....................................203
maintenance-free ....................234
replacement,
specifications ..........................271
servicing ..................................234
BeltMinder .................................112
Brakes ........................................140
anti-lock ...................................141
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light ...............141
fluid, checking and adding ....255
fluid, refill capacities ..............272
fluid, specifications .........274, 276
lubricant
specifications ..................274, 276
parking ....................................142
shift interlock ..........................147
C
Calculating load ........................174
Capacities for refilling fluids ....272
Cargo cover .................................78
Cell phone use ............................48
Certification Label ....................278
Changing a tire .........................194
Child safety restraints ..............124
child safety belts ....................124
Child safety seats ......................127
attaching with tether
straps .......................................131
in front seat ............................129
in rear seat ..............................129
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............220
instrument panel ....................222
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Motorcraft parts ................247, 271
O
Octane rating ............................245
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................229
P
Parking brake ............................142
Parts
(see Motorcraft parts) ..............271
Pedals
(see Power adjustable foot
pedals) .........................................54
Power adjustable foot
pedals ...........................................54
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................189
Power door locks ........................81
Power point .................................51
Power steering ..........................145
fluid, checking and adding ....253
fluid, refill capacity ................272
fluid, specifications .........274, 276
Power Windows ...........................52
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................146
R
Radio ................................18, 21, 25
Rear window defroster ...............36
Relays ................................183, 192
Remote entry system .................83
illuminated entry ......................86
opening the trunk .....................83
Reverse sensing system ...........151Roadside assistance ..................181
Roof rack .....................................79
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ..........115
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..........103, 106–109, 111
Safety Canopy ...................120–121
Safety defects, reporting ..........218
Safety restraints ........103, 106–111
belt minder .............................112
extension assembly ................111
for adults .........................107–109
for children .............................124
safety belt maintenance .........115
warning light and
chime
...............................111–112
Safety seats for children ..........127
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) .............103
Seats ............................................94
child safety seats ....................127
front seats .................................95
heated ........................................98
memory seat .......................84, 97
Setting the clock
AM/FM/CD .................................21
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................25
AM/FM/Tape/CD .......................29
Snowplowing .................................7
Spark plugs,
specifications .............271, 276–277
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............7
utility-type vehicles ....................7
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................274, 276
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