2005 FORD EXCURSION Owners Manual

2. Remove the four screws from the
top and bottom front of the
headlamp assembly.
3. Press the retaining clip at the top
of the headlamp assembly while
pulling the assembly straight out.
If removing the lamp is difficult,
removing the four screws along
the top of the grill will help
provide more clearance.
4. Remove the bulb assembly, (1)
sidemarker or (2) park/turn, by
turning it counterclockwise and
pulling it straight out.
5. Pull the old bulb out from the
socket.
Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order.
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Replacing foglamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position and then rotate
the foglamp bulb counterclockwise
and remove from foglamp (the rear
side of the foglamp is shown).
2. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the foglamp bulb.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing tail lamp/turn/backup lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position and remove the
four screws and the lamp assembly
from vehicle.
2. Rotate bulb socket
counterclockwise and remove from
lamp assembly.
3. Carefully pull the bulb straight
out of the socket.
Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order.
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Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position and remove the
two screws and then the lamp
assembly.
2. Remove the bulb socket from
lamp assembly and pull the bulb
straight out.
Install the new bulb(s) in reverse order.
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the OFF position and reach
behind the rear bumper to locate
the bulb socket.
2. Twist the socket counterclockwise
and remove.
3. Pull the old bulb straight out.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
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MULTI-FUNCTION LEVER
Windshield wiper:Rotate the end
of the control away from you to
increase the speed of the wipers;
rotate towards you to decrease the
speed of the wipers.
Speed dependent wipers:When
the wiper control is on, the speed of
the wipers will automatically adjust
with the vehicle speed. The faster your vehicle is travelling the faster the
wipers will go.
Windshield washer:Push the end
of the stalk:
•briefly: causes a single swipe of
the wipers without washer fluid.
•a quick push and hold: the wipers
will swipe three times with washer fluid.
•a long push and hold: the wipers and washer fluid will be activated for
up to ten seconds.
Rear window wiper/washer controls
For rear wiper operation, rotate the
rear window wiper and washer
control to the desired position.
Select:
INT 1—3.5 second interval rear
wiper.
INT 2—10.5 second interval rear
wiper.
OFF—Rear wiper and washer off.
For rear wash cycle, rotate (and hold as desired) the rear wiper/washer
control to either
position.
From either position, the control will automatically return to the INT2 or
OFF position.
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Changing the wiper blades
1. Pull the wiper arm away from the
vehicle. Turn the blade at an angle
from the wiper arm. Push the lock
pin manually to release the blade
and pull the wiper blade down
toward the windshield to remove it
from the arm.
2. Attach the new wiper to the
wiper arm and press it into place
until a click is heard.
3. Replace wiper blades every 6 months for optimum performance.
4. Poor wiper quality can sometimes be improved by cleaning the wiper
blades, refer toWindow and wiper bladesin theCleaningchapter.
5. To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended to
scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. The
layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the
wiper rubber element.
TILT STEERING WHEEL
To adjust the steering wheel:
1. Pull and hold the steering wheel
release control toward you.
2. Move the steering wheel up or
down until you find the desired
location.
3. Release the steering wheel
release control. This will lock the
steering wheel in position.
Never adjust the steering wheel when the vehicle is moving.
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TRANSMISSION CONTROL
Tow/Haul feature (5–speed automatic transmission) (if equipped)
To activate, press the transmission
control switch (TCS) located on the
gearshift. The TOW/HAUL indicator
light will illuminate on the gearshift
lever or in the instrument cluster,
depending on how your vehicle is
equipped. The transmission will operate in all gears. Press the
transmission control switch again to deactivate Tow/Haul mode. When
you shut off and re-start your vehicle, the transmission will automatically
return to normal mode with Tow/Haul feature deactivated, refer to the
Drivingchapter for more information.
Overdrive cancel (4–speed automatic transmission) (if equipped)
To deactivate overdrive, press the
transmission control switch (TCS)
located on the gearshift. The OFF
indicator light will illuminate on the
gearshift. The transmission will
operate in all gears except
overdrive. Press the transmission control switch again to return to
normal overdrive mode. When you shut off and re-start your vehicle, the
transmission will automatically return to normal (Overdrive) mode.
For additional information about the gearshift and the transmission
control switch operation refer to theDrivingchapter.
ILLUMINATED VISOR MIRROR
Lift the mirror cover to turn on the
visor mirror lamps.
OVERHEAD CONSOLE
The appearance of your vehicle’s overhead console will vary according to
your option package.
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Forward storage bin (if equipped)
Press the release control to open
the storage compartment. The door
will open slightly and can be moved
to full open.
The storage compartment may be
used to secure sunglasses or a
similar object.
Installing a garage door opener (if equipped)
The storage compartment can be converted to accommodate a variety of
aftermarket garage door openers:
•Place Velcro hook onto back side
of aftermarket transmitter
opposite of actuator control.
•Place transmitter into storage
compartment, control down.
•Place the provided height
adaptors onto the back of the
storage bin door as needed.
•Press the storage compartment door to activate the transmitter.
Power quarter rear windows (if equipped)
When closing the power
quarter rear windows, you
should verify they are free of
obstructions and ensure that
children and/or pets are not in the
proximity of the window openings.
Press the
portion of the VENT
control to open the power rear quarter windows.
Press the
portion of the VENT control to close the power rear
quarter windows.
RESET
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AUXILIARY POWER POINT (12VDC)
Power outlets are designed for accessory plugs only. Do not hang
any type of accessory or accessory bracket from the plug.
Improper use of the power outlet can cause damage not covered
by your warranty.
Do not plug optional electrical accessories into the cigarette lighter. Use
the power point.
Do not use the power point for operating the cigarette lighter element.
The Maximum power each power point can supply depends on the fuse
rating. For example: a 20A fuse should supply a maximum of 240 Watts,
a 15A fuse should supply a maximum of 180 Watts and a 10A fuse should
supply a maximum of 120 Watts. Exceeding these limits will result in a
blown fuse.
Always keep the power point caps closed when not being used.
There are up to four auxiliary power points in the following locations:
•Located on the instrument panel.
•Located on the back side of the
center console (Accessible from
the second row seats).
POWER POINT
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