2005 FORD EXPEDITION suspension

Do not alter or modify your vehicle’s suspension or steering; the
resulting changes to the vehicle’s handling can adversely affect
the AdvanceTrac
with Roll Stability Control system. Also, do
not install a stereo loudspeaker near the front center console or
under either front seat. The speaker vibrations can adversely
affect the AdvanceTrac
with Roll Stability Control sensors
located in this area.
Note:Pressing the AdvanceTrac
with RSC button will disable the
AdvanceTrac
with RSC system.
Aggressive driving in any road conditions can cause you to lose
control of your vehicle increasing the risk of severe personal
injury or property damage. The occurrence of an AdvanceTrac
with
Roll Stability Control event is an indication that at least some of the
tires have exceeded their ability to grip the road; this may lead to an
increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal injury
and death. If you experience a severe road event, SLOW DOWN.
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION OPERATION
Brake-shift interlock
This vehicle is equipped with a park/brake-shift interlock feature that
prevents the gearshift lever from being moved from P (Park) when the
ignition is in the ON position unless brake pedal is depressed.
If you cannot move the gearshift lever out of P (Park) with ignition in
the ON position and the brake pedal depressed, or when the ignition is
in the OFF position, it is possible that a fuse has blown or the vehicle’s
brakelamps are not operating properly. Refer toFuses and relaysin the
Roadside Emergencieschapter.
If the fuse is not blown, perform the following procedure:
1. Apply the parking brake, turn the ignition to OFF, then remove the
key.
2. Push the tilt steering lever down and tilt the steering column all the
way up.
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Descend a hill in the same gear you
would use to climb up the hill to
avoid excessive brake application
and brake overheating. Do not
descend in neutral; instead,
disengage overdrive or manually
shift to a lower gear. When
descending a steep hill, avoid
sudden hard braking as you could
lose control. When you brake hard,
the front wheels can’t turn and if
they aren’t turning, you won’t be
able to steer. The front wheels have to be turning in order to steer the
vehicle. Rapid pumping of the brake pedal will help you slow the vehicle
and still maintain steering control.
If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brakes steadily. Do not
“pump” the brakes.
Driving on snow and ice
Four–wheel drive vehicles have advantages over two–wheel drive
vehicles in snow and ice but can skid like any other vehicle.
Should you start to slide while driving on snowy or icy roads, turn the
steering wheel in the direction of the slide until you regain control.
Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction on
snow and ice. Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting
from a full stop.
Avoid sudden braking as well. Although a four–wheel drive vehicle may
accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won’t
stop any faster, because as in other vehicles, braking occurs at all four
wheels. Do not become overconfident as to road conditions.
Make sure you allow sufficient distance between you and other vehicles
for stopping. Drive slower than usual and consider using one of the lower
gears. In emergency stopping situations, apply the brake forcefully and
steadily. Do not “pump” the brakes. Refer to theBrakessection of this
chapter for additional information on the operation of the anti-lock brake
system.
Maintenance and Modifications
The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designed
and tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty
and durable load carrying capability. For this reason, Ford Motor
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The fuel pump shut-off switch has a
red reset button on top of it and is
located beneath the air suspension
switch (if equipped).
Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch.
1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position.
2. Check the fuel system for leaks.
3. If no fuel leak is apparent, reset the fuel pump shut-off switch by
pushing in on the reset button.
4. Turn the ignition to the ON position. Pause for a few seconds and
return the key to the OFF position.
5. Make a further check for leaks in the fuel system.
FUSES AND RELAYS
Fuses
If electrical components in the
vehicle are not working, a fuse may
have blown. Blown fuses are
identified by a broken wire within
the fuse. Check the appropriate
fuses before replacing any electrical
components.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
20 30A* BSM (door locks, liftgate glass
release relay), Liftgate glass
release motor, Door/Liftgate lock
motors
21 15A* Instrument cluster (B+), Interior
(courtesy) lamps, Puddle lamps
(outside mirrors)
22 10A* Moonroof switch illumination,
Radio (delayed accessory feed),
Flip window switch, Flip window
motors, EHAM antenna amplifier
(navigation radio)
23 10A* RH low beam
24 15A* Interior demand lamps (front
map/dome lamp, 2nd row
dome/map lamp, glove
compartment lamp, cargo lamp,
roof rail lamps, vanity mirror
lamps), Battery saver relay coil,
Battery saver relay power, Heated
Positive Crankcase Ventilation
(PCV) valve
25 10A* LH low beam
26 20A* Horn relay, Horns
27 5A* Compass module, Reverse sensing
system module, Brake shift
interlock solenoid, Overdrive
cancel switch, Air suspension
module (Run/Start sense)
28 5A* PCM relay coil, SecuriLock
transceiver, Heated PCV valve
relay coil
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
29 30A* Trailer tow electric brake
controller, Trailer tow 7–wire
connector (electric brake)
30 25A* Air suspension module (air spring
solenoids and height sensors),
PCM (4x4 transfer case clutch)
31 20A* Radio (B+), Subwoofer
32 15A* Catalyst Monitor Sensors (CMS),
Transmission solenoids, Canister
vent solenoid, HEGO sensors,
VMV solenoid, A/C compressor
clutch relay coil, CMCV, VCT
actuators
33 — Not used
34 15A* PCM, Fuel injectors, Mass Air
Flow (MAF) sensor
35 20A* Instrument cluster high beam
indicator, High beam headlamps
36 10A* Trailer tow right turn/stop lamps
37 20A* Cargo area power point
38 25A* Rear wiper motor, Washer pump
(rear window wash)
39 20A* Console power points (front and
rear of console), Instrument panel
power point (bench seat)
40 20A* DRL relays, DRL foglamps, DRL
headlamp relay coil, Headlamp
switch (headlamps), Multifunction
switch (flash-to-pass), BSM
(autolamp headlamps relay), High
beam relay coil, Fuse 25 (LH low
beam), Fuse 23 (RH low beam)
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
41 20A* Cigarette lighter, OBD II
diagnostic connector
42 10A* Trailer tow left turn/stop lamps
101 30A** Starter motor relay, Starter motor
solenoid
102 30A** Ignition switch power
103 30A** ABS/AdvanceTrac
with RSC
module (pump motor)
104 30A** LH 3rd row seat relay, LH 3rd row
seat switch, LH 3rd row seat
motor
105 30A** Spare
106 30A** Trailer tow battery charge relay,
Trailer tow 7–way connector
(battery charge)
107 30A** Auxiliary A/C blower relay,
Auxiliary A/C blower motor
108 30A** Passenger seat motor switch
109 30A** Driver seat motor switch
(non-memory), Memory module,
Power memory mirrors,
Adjustable pedals switch and
motor
110 30A** Spare
111 50A** Air suspension compressor, Air
suspension compressor relay
112 30A** ABS/AdvanceTrac
with RSC
module (valves)
113 30A** Front wiper motor, Washer pump
(windshield wash)
114 40A** Rear window defroster relay, Rear
window defroster grid, Heated
mirrors (Fuse 8)
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WRECKER TOWING
If you need to have your vehicle towed, contact a professional towing
service or, if you are a member of a roadside assistance program, your
roadside assistance service provider.
It is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a wheel lift or flatbed
equipment. Do not tow with a slingbelt. Ford Motor Company has not
approved a slingbelt towing procedure. Also, wrecker towing the vehicle
by the frame-mounted tow hooks is not recommended or advised.
If your vehicle is equipped with air suspension, the air suspension
control and the ignition must be turned off before being towed.
Refer toAir suspensionin theDrivingchapter.
On 4x2 vehicles, it is acceptable to tow the vehicle with the front wheels
on the ground (without dollies) and the rear wheels off the ground.
On 4x4 vehicles, it is recommended that your vehicle be towed with a
wheel lift and dollies or flatbed equipment with all the wheels off the
ground.
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If the vehicle is towed by other means or incorrectly, vehicle
damage may occur.
With a disabled vehicle (without access to wheel dollies, car hauling
trailer or flatbed transport vehicle) your vehicle can be towed (all wheels
on the ground) under the following conditions:
Special Conditions:
•Release the parking brake.
•Turn the air suspension (if equipped) control to OFF.
•Turn the ignition to the OFF/UNLOCKED position.
•Place the transmission in N (Neutral).
If the vehicle’s battery is discharged, refer toAutomatic transmission
operationin theDrivingchapter for directions on how to move the
gearshift lever out of the P (Park) position, for proper towing.
•Do not exceed a distance of 50 miles (80 km).
•Do not exceed 35 mph (56 km/h) vehicle speed.
Ford Motor Company produces a towing manual for all authorized tow
truck operators. Have your tow truck operator refer to this manual for
proper hook-up and towing procedures for your vehicle.
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