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3. Locate the round access plug on
the underside of the steering
column cover.
4. Remove the access plug using a flat-head screwdriver, then insert your
finger and pull the override button toward you. With the button pulled
toward you, apply the brake pedal and shift the transmission into N
(Neutral).
5. Reinstall the access plug cover, start the vehicle and release the
parking brake.
Do not drive your vehicle until you verify that the brakelamps
are working.
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is
latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and
remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.
If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp
remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly.
See your dealer or a qualified service technician.
Driving with a 4–speed automatic transmission
Your vehicle’s automatic transmission is equipped with a special shift
strategy that insures maximum heater performance during cold weather
operation.
When ambient temperature is 23°F (–5°C) or below and the engine
coolant temperature is below 100°F (38°C), light throttle upshifts may be
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Vehicles with a higher center of gravity such as utility and
four-wheel drive vehicles handle differently than vehicles with a
lower center of gravity. Utility and four-wheel drive vehicles arenot
designed for cornering at speeds as high as passenger cars any more
than low-slung sports cars are designed to perform satisfactorily under
off-road conditions. Avoid sharp turns, excessive speed and abrupt
maneuvers in these vehicles. Failure to drive cautiously could result in
an increased risk of loss of vehicle control, vehicle rollover, personal
injury and death.
If your vehicle gets stuck
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow it may be rocked out by
shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts, in a
steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear.
Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating
temperature or damage to the transmission may occur.
Do not rock the vehicle for more than a few minutes or damage
to the transmission and tires may occur or the engine may
overheat.
Always set the parking brake fully and make sure the gearshift is
latched in P (Park). Turn the ignition to the LOCK position and
remove the key whenever you leave your vehicle.
If the parking brake is fully released, but the brake warning lamp
remains illuminated, the brakes may not be working properly.
See your dealer or a qualified service technician.
Do not spin the wheels at over 35 mph (56 km/h). The tires may
fail and injure a passenger or bystander.
Emergency maneuvers
•In an unavoidable emergency situation where a sudden sharp turn
must be made, remember to avoid “over-driving” your vehicle, i.e.,
turn the steering wheel only as rapidly and as far as required to avoid
the emergency. Excessive steering will result in less vehicle control,
not more. Additionally, smooth variations of the accelerator and/or
brake pedal pressure should be utilized if changes in vehicle speed are
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It is important to note the box in the lower left corner of the window
sticker. These numbers represent the range of fuel economy expected on
the vehicle under optimum conditions. Your fuel economy may vary
depending upon the method of operation and conditions.
EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM
Your vehicle is equipped with various emission control components and a
catalytic converter which will enable your vehicle to comply with
applicable exhaust emission standards. To make sure that the catalytic
converter and other emission control components continue to work
properly:
•Use only the specified fuel listed.
•Avoid running out of fuel.
•Do not turn off the ignition while your vehicle is moving, especially at
high speeds.
•Have the items listed in yourScheduled Maintenance Guide
performed according to the specified schedule.
The scheduled maintenance items listed in theScheduled Maintenance
Guideare essential to the life and performance of your vehicle and to its
emissions system.
If other than Ford, Motorcraft or Ford-authorized parts are used for
maintenance replacements or for service of components affecting
emission control, such non-Ford parts should be equivalent to genuine
Ford Motor Company parts in performance and durability.
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry
ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine
compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
Illumination of theService engine soonlight, charging system warning
light or the temperature warning light, fluid leaks, strange odors, smoke
or loss of engine power, could indicate that the emission control system
is not working properly.
Exhaust leaks may result in entry of harmful and potentially
lethal fumes into the passenger compartment.
Do not make any unauthorized changes to your vehicle or engine. By
law, vehicle owners and anyone who manufactures, repairs, services,
sells, leases, trades vehicles, or supervises a fleet of vehicles are not
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permitted to intentionally remove an emission control device or prevent
it from working. Information about your vehicle’s emission system is on
the Vehicle Emission Control Information Decal located on or near the
engine. This decal identifies engine displacement and gives some tune up
specifications.
Please consult yourWarranty Guidefor complete emission warranty
information.
On board diagnostics (OBD-II)
Your vehicle is equipped with a computer that monitors the engine’s
emission control system. This system is commonly known as the On
Board Diagnostics System (OBD-II). This OBD-II system protects the
environment by ensuring that your vehicle continues to meet
government emission standards. The OBD-II system also assists the
service technician in properly servicing your vehicle. When theCheck
engine/Service engine soonlight illuminates, the OBD-II system has
detected a malfunction. Temporary malfunctions may cause yourCheck
engine/Service engine soonlight to illuminate. Examples are:
1. The vehicle has run out of fuel. (The engine may misfire or run
poorly.)
2. Poor fuel quality or water in the fuel.
3. The fuel cap may not have been securely tightened.
These temporary malfunctions can be corrected by filling the fuel tank
with good quality fuel and/or properly tightening the fuel cap. After three
driving cycles without these or any other temporary malfunctions
present, theCheck engine/Service engine soonlight should turn off. (A
driving cycle consists of a cold engine startup followed by mixed
city/highway driving.) No additional vehicle service is required.
If theCheck engine/Service engine soonlight remains on, have your
vehicle serviced at the first available opportunity.
Readiness for Inspection/Maintenance (I/M) testing
In some localities, it may be a legal requirement to pass an I/M test of
the on-board diagnostics system. If yourCheck engine/Service engine
soonlight is on, refer to the description in theWarning lights and
chimessection of theInstrument Clusterchapter. Your vehicle may not
pass the I/M test with theCheck engine/Service engine soonlight on.
If the vehicle’s powertrain system or its battery has just been serviced,
the on-board diagnostics system is reset to a “not ready for I/M test”
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A
ABS (see Brakes) .....................259
Accessory delay ........................121
Air bag supplemental
restraint system ........189–190, 194
and child safety seats ............191
description ......................190, 194
disposal ....................................197
driver air bag ..................192, 195
indicator light .................193, 197
operation .........................192, 195
passenger air bag ...........192, 195
Air cleaner filter ...............349–350
Air conditioning ..........................96
auxiliary heater and air
conditioner ..............................100
Air suspension ...........................262
description ..............................262
Antifreeze (see
Engine coolant) ........................329
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................259–260
Armrests ....................................163
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................18, 28, 33
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................269
fluid, adding ............................346
fluid, checking ........................346
fluid, refill capacities ..............351
fluid, specification ..................356
Auxiliary power point ...............118
Axle
lubricant specifications ..353, 356
refill capacities ........................351
B
Battery .......................................327acid, treating emergencies .....327
jumping a disabled battery ....298
maintenance-free ....................327
replacement, specifications ...350
servicing ..................................327
BeltMinder .................................185
Brakes ........................................259
anti-lock ...........................259–260
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light ...............260
fluid, checking and adding ....346
fluid, refill capacities ..............351
fluid, specifications .........353, 356
lubricant specifications ..353, 356
parking ....................................261
shift interlock ..........................268
Bulbs ..........................................106
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....351
CD-single premium ...............18, 28
Cell phone use ..........................145
Certification Label ....................358
Changing a tire .........................220
Child safety restraints ..............198
child safety belts ....................198
Child safety seats ......................201
in front seat ............................202
in rear seat ......................202, 205
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............316
instrument panel ....................318
interior .....................................318
plastic parts ............................317
safety belts ..............................318
washing ....................................315
waxing .....................................315
wheels ......................................316
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lighting up panel and
interior .....................................104
J
Jack ............................................220
positioning ...............................220
storage .....................................220
Jump-starting your vehicle ......298
K
Keyless entry system
programming entry code .......156
Keys ...................................157–159
positions of the ignition .........255
L
Lamps
autolamp system .....................102
bulb replacement
specifications chart ................107
daytime running light .............103
fog lamps .................................102
headlamps ...............................102
headlamps, flash to pass ........103
instrument panel, dimming ...104
interior lamps .........105–106, 108
replacing bulbs .......106, 108–111
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ......................105
Liftgate ..............................146, 150
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........260
Limited-slip axle .......................264
Load limits .................................241
Loading instructions .................247Locks
childproof ................................149
doors ........................................148
Lubricant specifications ...353, 356
Lug nuts ....................................227
Lumbar support, seats .............163
M
Message center .........................134
english/metric button .............139
system check button ..............140
warning messages ...................140
Mirrors ...............................116, 121
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ......................................121
fold away .................................123
heated ......................................122
programmable memory ..151, 165
signal .......................................122
Moon roof ..................................117
Motorcraft parts ................339, 350
N
Navigation system .......................56
quick start .................................61
radio functions ..........................62
setting the clock .......................89
O
Octane rating ............................338
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................324
P
Panic alarm feature,
remote entry system ................151
Parking brake ............................261
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Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....350
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) ...............................123
Power adjustable foot pedals ...123
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................290
Power door locks ......................148
Power mirrors ...........................121
Power point ...............................118
Power steering ..........................262
fluid, checking and adding ....345
fluid, refill capacity ................351
fluid, specifications .........353, 356
Power Windows .........................120
Preparing to drive
your vehicle ...............................264
R
Radio ................................18, 28, 33
Rear window defroster .............101
Relays ........................................288
Remote entry system .......149, 151
illuminated entry ....................154
locking/unlocking doors .........150
opening the trunk ...................150
panic alarm .............................151
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................153
Reverse sensing system ...........272
Roadside assistance ..................286
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ..........189
Safety belts (see
Safety restraints) ......176, 179–183Safety Canopy ...........................194
Safety defects, reporting ..........314
Safety restraints ........176, 179–183
belt minder .............................185
extension assembly ................188
for adults .........................180–182
for children .....................197–198
lap belt ....................................183
safety belt maintenance .........189
warning light and
chime ...............................184–185
Safety seats for children ..........201
Seat belts (see
Safety restraints) ......................176
Seats ..........................................161
child safety seats ....................201
memory seat ...................151, 165
SecuriLock passive
anti-theft system ...............157–159
Servicing your vehicle ..............321
Setting the clock
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................35
Snowplowing .................................7
Spare tire (see
Changing the Tire) ...................221
Spark plugs, specifications ......350,
356
Special notice
utility-type vehicles ....................7
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................353, 356
Speed control ............................123
Starting your vehicle ........255–257
jump starting ..........................298
Steering wheel
controls ....................................126
tilting .......................................116
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T
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Driving .....................................282
Maintenance and
Specifications ..........................236
Roadside Emergencies ...........220
Warning Displays ..............14, 140
Tires ...........................214–215, 220
alignment ................................234
care ..........................................233
changing ..................220–221, 223
checking the pressure ............217
inspecting and inflating .........216
label .........................................232
replacing ..................................219
rotating ....................................235
safety practices .......................234
sidewall information ...............228
snow tires and chains ............241
spare tire .................................220
terminology .............................215
tire grades ...............................215
treadwear ........................214, 233
Towing .......................................248
recreational towing .................254
trailer towing ..........................248
wrecker ....................................304
Transmission .............................268
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....268fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................346
fluid, refill capacities ..............351
lubricant specifications ..353, 356
Trunk .........................................150
Turn signal ................................105
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................356
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................358
Vehicle loading ..........................241
Ventilating your vehicle ...........259
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10
Washer fluid ..............................324
Water, Driving through .............285
Windows
power .......................................120
rear wiper/washer ...................115
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ........................................114
checking and adding fluid .....324
liftgate reservoir .....................324
replacing wiper blades ...........115
Wrecker towing .........................304
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