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CHECK TRANSMISSION.Indicates the transmission is not operating
properly. If this warning stays on, contact your dealer as soon as
possible.
AWD DISABLED LOCK (vehicles equipped with AdvanceTrac

only).Displayed when the AWD system begins to overheat placing itself
in the autolock mode. If the warning stays on or continues to come on,
contact your dealer as soon as safely possible.
LOW FUEL LEVEL.Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel
condition.
CHECK FUEL CAP.Displayed when the fuel filler cap is not properly
installed. Check the fuel filler cap for proper installation. Refer toFuel
filler capin theMaintenance and specificationschapter.
ETC-ENGINE FAILSAFE MODE.Displayed when the engine has
defaulted to a “limp-home” operation. If the warning stays on or
continues to come on, contact your dealer as soon as possible.
CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM.Displayed when the electrical system is
not maintaining proper voltage. If you are operating electrical accessories
when the engine is idling at a low speed, turn off as many of the
electrical loads as possible. If the warning stays on or comes on when the
engine is operating at normal speeds, have the electrical system checked
as soon as possible.
LOW BRAKE FLUID LEVEL.Indicates the brake fluid level is low and
the brake system should be inspected immediately. Refer toChecking
and adding brake fluidin theMaintenance and specifications
chapter.
LOW OIL PRESSURE.Displayed when the engine oil level is low. If
this warning message is displayed, check the level of the engine oil.
Refer toEngine oilin theMaintenance and specificationschapter for
information about adding engine oil.
WARNING-TIRE VERY LOW (if equipped).Displayed when one or
more tires have very low pressure. When this warning message is
displayed, a warning chime will sound reminding you to stop the vehicle
as soon as safely possible and check your tires for proper pressure, leaks
and damage. Refer toServicing your tiresin theMaintenance and
specificationschapter.
CHECK TIRE PRESSURE (if equipped).Displayed when any of the
tire pressures are low. Refer toChecking the tire pressurein the
Maintenance and specificationschapter.
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•4.6L V8 engine
•Oil levels above the MAX mark may cause engine damage. Some oil
must be removed from the engine by a service technician.
7. Put the indicator back in and ensure it is fully seated.
Adding engine oil
1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer toChecking the engine
oilin this chapter.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certified
engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler cap
and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening.
3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above the
MAX hole on the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).
4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated.
5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise
1/4 of a turn or until three clicks can be heard.
To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the
engine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.
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Your vehicle was factory-filled with a 50/50 engine coolant and water
concentration. If the concentration of coolant falls below 40% or above
60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly.A
50–50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following:
•Freeze protection down to -36° C (-34° F).
•Boiling protection up to 129° C (265° F).
•Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion.
•Enables calibrated gauges to work properly.
When the engine is cold, check the
level of the engine coolant in the
reservoir.
•The engine coolant should be at the “FULL COLD” level or within the
“COLD FILL RANGE” as listed on the engine coolant reservoir
(depending upon application).
•Refer to theScheduled Maintenance Guidefor service interval
schedules.
•Be sure to read and understandPrecautions when servicing your
vehiclein this chapter.
If the engine coolant has not been checked at the recommended interval,
the engine coolant reservoir may become low or empty. If the reservoir is
low or empty, add engine coolant to the reservoir. Refer toAdding
engine coolantin this chapter.
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•You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if
unnecessary shifting between third and fourth gear occurs.
Unnecessary shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel
economy.
•Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may
reduce fuel economy.
•Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel
economy.
•Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving.
Maintenance
•Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size.
•Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel
economy.
•Use recommended engine oil. Refer toLubricant specificationsin
this chapter.
•Perform all regularly scheduled maintenance items. Follow the
recommended maintenance schedule and owner maintenance checks
found in your vehicle scheduled maintenance guide.
Conditions
•Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy
at any speed.
•Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately
0.4 km/L [1 mpg] is lost for every 180 kg [400 lb] of weight carried).
•Adding certain accessories to your vehicle (for example bug
deflectors, rollbars/light bars, running boards, ski/luggage racks) may
reduce fuel economy.
•Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first
12–16 km (8–10 miles) of driving.
•Driving on flat terrain offers improved fuel economy as compared to
driving on hilly terrain.
•Transmissions give their best fuel economy when operated in the top
cruise gear and with steady pressure on the gas pedal.
•Four-wheel-drive operation (if equipped) is less fuel efficient than
two-wheel-drive operation.
•Close windows for high speed driving.
Flex fuel (E-85) cruising range
Because E-85 fuel contains less energy per gallon than gasoline, you will
experience an increase in fuel consumption. You can expect your Miles
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plastic parts ............................212
safety belts ..............................213
washing ....................................209
waxing .....................................209
wheels ......................................210
wiper blades ............................212
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............28
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................23
AM/FM/CD .................................18
Compass, electronic ....................61
calibration .................................62
set zone adjustment ...........61, 64
Console ........................................45
overhead ....................................46
rear ......................................46, 48
Controls
power seat .................................94
steering column ........................54
Coolant
checking and adding ..............226
refill capacities ................230, 263
specifications ..................265, 267
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................51
Customer Assistance ................173
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................214
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................201
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............205
Getting roadside assistance ...173
Getting the service
you need .................................201
Ordering additional
owner’s literature ...................206
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................202Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program ...............205
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................33
Defrost
rear window ..............................32
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................245
engine oil .................................220
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........265
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................246
Driving under special
conditions ..................149, 154, 157
sand .........................................156
snow and ice ...........................158
through water .................156, 161
Dual automatic temperature
control (DATC) ...........................28
E
Electronic message center .........63
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................195
Emergency Flashers .................174
Emission control system ..........241
Engine ........................................267
cleaning ...................................210
coolant .....................................226
fail-safe coolant ......................230
idle speed control ...................224
lubrication
specifications ..................265, 267
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refill capacities ........................263
service points ..................217–218
starting after a collision .........175
Engine block heater .................138
Engine oil ..................................220
checking and adding ..............220
dipstick ....................................220
filter, specifications ........223, 262
recommendations ...................223
refill capacities ........................263
specifications ..................265, 267
Exhaust fumes ..........................138
F
Fail safe cooling ........................230
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....232
Floor mats ...................................75
Fluid capacities .........................263
Foglamps .....................................33
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................153
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................144
Fuel ............................................232
calculating fuel
economy ............................65, 237
cap ...........................................236
capacity ...................................263
choosing the right fuel ...........234
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................241
detergent in fuel .....................236
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................232, 236, 238
filter, specifications ........237, 262
fuel pump shut-off switch .....175
improving fuel economy ........237
octane rating ...................235, 267quality ......................................235
running out of fuel .................236
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................232
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................232, 234–235
Fuses ..................................176–177
G
Garage door opener ....................47
Garage Door Opener
(see Homelink wireless
control system) ...........................57
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............236
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................237
Gauges .........................................15
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight
Rating)
calculating ...............................166
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight
Rating)
calculating ...............................166
H
Hazard flashers .........................174
Head restraints ...........................92
Headlamps
aiming ........................................35
bulb specifications ....................37
daytime running lights .............33
flash to pass ..............................34
high beam .................................34
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................27–28
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