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4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use the
cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap.
5. Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture (see
above), to within the“COLD FILL RANGE”or the“FULL COLD”level on
the reservoir. If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system, fill
the radiator until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full.
6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed. (Cap must be tightly
installed to prevent coolant loss.)
After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration, refer
toChecking engine coolant. If the concentration is not 50/50
(protection to–34°F/–36°C), drain some coolant and adjust the
concentration. It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50/50
coolant concentration.
Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolant
reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. If
necessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant and
distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level.
If you have to add more than 1.0 liter (1.0 quart) of engine coolant per
month, have your dealer check the engine cooling system. Your cooling
system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low level of coolant
can result in engine overheating and possible engine damage.
Recycled engine coolant
Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine
coolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold
Engine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet
available.
Used engine coolant should be disposed of in an appropriate
manner. Follow your community’s regulations and standards for recycling
and disposing of automotive fluids.
Coolant refill capacity
To find out how much fluid your vehicle’s cooling system can hold, refer
toRefill capacitiesin this section.
Fill your engine coolant reservoir as outlined inAdding engine coolant
in this section.
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Fuel Filler Cap
Your vehicle is equipped with a 1/4 turn fuel filler cap, which requires
the handle to be rotated 1/4 of a turn for removal or installation.
When fueling your vehicle:
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Carefully turn the fuel filler cap counterclockwise 1/4 of a turn until it
releases from the fuel filler pipe.
3. Carefully hang the cap from the tether.
4. To install the cap, place the cap into the filler pipe and rotate until
you hear at least 3“clicks”.
If the“Check Fuel Cap”or the“Check Engine”indicator comes on and
stays on when you start the engine, the fuel filler cap may not be
properly installed. Turn off the engine, remove the the fuel filler cap and
reinstall. When the fuel filler cap is properly re-installed, the light(s) will
turn off after a period of normal driving.It may take a long period of
time for the system to detect an improperly installed fuel filler
cap.
If you must replace the fuel filler cap, replace it with a fuel filler
cap that is designed for your vehicle. The customer warranty may
be void for any damage to the fuel tank or fuel system if the
correct genuine Ford or Motorcraft fuel filler cap is not used.
The fuel system may be under pressure. If the fuel filler cap is
venting vapor or if you hear a hissing sound, wait until it stops
before completely removing the fuel filler cap. Otherwise, fuel may
spray out and injure you or others.
If you do not use the proper fuel filler cap, excessive pressure or
vacuum in the fuel tank may damage the fuel system or cause
the fuel cap to disengage in a collision, which may result in possible
personal injury.
Choosing the right fuel
Use only UNLEADED FUEL. The use of leaded fuel is prohibited by law
and could damage your vehicle.
Your vehicle was not designed to use fuel or fuel additives with metallic
compounds, including manganese-based additives. Studies indicate that
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Clock adjust
AM/FM Stereo ...........................16
AM/FM stereo CD .....................18
AM/FM stereo tape/CD/MP3 ....21
CD-MP3 .....................................29
Premium AM/FM stereo
CD6/MP3 ...................................25
Clutch
fluid ..........................................227
operation while driving ..........150
recommended shift speeds ....151
Console ........................................52
Coolant
checking and adding ..............209
refill capacities ................213, 234
specifications ..................237, 240
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................50
Customer Assistance ................162
Ford accessories for your
vehicle .....................................194
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................186
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................187
Getting roadside assistance ...162
Getting the service you
need .........................................180
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................188
The Dispute Settlement
Board .......................................183
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................185
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................37Dipstick
engine oil .................................201
Doors
lubricant specifications ..........237
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................231
Driving under special
conditions ..................153, 156, 159
sand .........................................158
snow and ice ...........................160
through water .................158, 161
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................174
Emergency Flashers .................163
Emission control system ..........223
Engine ........................................240
cleaning ...................................190
coolant .....................................209
fail-safe coolant ......................214
idle speed control ...................207
lubrication
specifications ..................237, 240
refill capacities ........................234
service points ..................197–199
starting after a collision .........163
Engine block heater .................144
Engine oil ..................................201
checking and adding ..............201
dipstick ....................................201
filter, specifications ........205, 233
recommendations ...................205
refill capacities ........................234
specifications ..................237, 240
Exhaust fumes ..........................144
F
Fail safe cooling ........................214
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Safety seats for children ............85
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............61
Seats ............................................59
child safety seats ......................85
Servicing your vehicle ..............195
Setting the clock
AM/FM stereo ...........................16
AM/FM stereo CD .....................18
AM/FM stereo tape/CD/MP3 ....21
Premium AM/FM stereo
CD6/MP3 ...................................25
Snowplowing .................................7
Spare tire (see Changing the
Tire) ...........................................104
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................233, 240
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............7
utility-type vehicles ....................7
Specification chart,
lubricants ...........................237, 240
Speed control ..............................50
Starting your
vehicle ........................140–141, 143
jump starting ..........................174
Steering wheel
tilting .........................................48
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................48
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Maintenance and
Specifications ..........................118
Roadside Emergencies ...........102
Tires ...............................96–97, 102alignment ................................116
care ..........................................115
changing ..................102, 104, 106
checking the pressure ..............99
inspecting and inflating ...........98
label .........................................114
replacing ..................................101
rotating ....................................117
safety practices .......................116
sidewall information ...............109
snow tires and chains ............123
spare tire .................................103
terminology ...............................97
tire grades .................................97
treadwear ..........................96, 115
Towing .......................................128
recreational towing .................138
trailer towing ..........................128
wrecker ....................................179
Traction-lok rear axle ...............146
Transfer case
fluid checking .........................231
Transmission
automatic operation ...............147
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....147
fluid, checking and adding
(manual) .................................230
fluid, refill capacities ..............234
lubricant specifications ..237, 240
manual operation ....................150
Turn signal ..................................40
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................240
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................243
Vehicle loading ..........................124
camper bodies ........................161
Ventilating your vehicle ...........144
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