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The system is automatically enabled
when the gear selector is placed in
D (Drive) or R (Reverse) and the
ignition is ON. The park aid disable
switch allows the driver to disable
the system only when the ignition is
ON, and the gear selector is in D
(Drive) or R (Reverse). The OFF
indicator remains illuminated when
the system is disabled. If the indicator light illuminates when the system
is enabled, it may indicate a failure in the RSS.
The system defaults toenabledevery time the ignition is turned on.
Press the control to disable or enable the system
Keep the sensors (located on the front and rear bumper/fascia)
free from snow, ice and large accumulations of dirt (do not clean
the sensors with sharp objects). If the sensors are covered, it will
affect the accuracy of the sensing system.
If your vehicle sustains damage to the front or rear
bumper/fascia, leaving it misaligned or bent, the sensing zone may
be altered causing inaccurate measurement of obstacles or false
alarms.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
If driving through deep or standing water is unavoidable, proceed very
slowly especially when the depth is not known. Never drive through
water that is higher than the bottom of the hubs (for trucks) or the
bottom of the wheel rims (for cars). When driving through water,
traction or brake capability may be limited. Also, water may enter your
engine’s air intake and severely damage your engine or your vehicle may
stall.Driving through deep water where the transmission vent
tube is submerged may allow water into the transmission and
cause internal transmission damage.
Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your
vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal.
Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes.OFF
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Do not attempt to push-start your vehicle. Automatic
transmissions do not have push-start capability; doing so may
damage the catalytic converter.
Preparing your vehicle
When the battery is disconnected or a new battery is installed, the
transmission must relearn its shift strategy. As a result, the transmission
may have firm and/or soft shifts. This operation is considered normal and
will not affect function or durability of the transmission. Over time, the
adaptive learning process will fully update transmission operation.
1.Use only a 12–volt supply to start your vehicle.
2. Do not disconnect the battery of the disabled vehicle as this could
damage the vehicle’s electrical system.
3. Park the booster vehicle close to the hood of the disabled vehicle
making sure the two vehiclesdo nottouch. Set the parking brake on
both vehicles and stay clear of the engine cooling fan and other moving
parts.
4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before
you attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level.
5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect any electrical
surges. Turn all other accessories off.
Connecting the jumper cables
1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of
the discharged battery.
Note:In the illustrations,lightning boltsare used to designate the
assisting (boosting) battery.
+–+–
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SERVICE RECOMMENDATIONS
To help you service your vehicle:
•We highlight do-it-yourself items in the engine compartment for easy
location.
•We providescheduled maintenance informationwhich makes
tracking routine service easy.
If your vehicle requires professional service, your dealership can provide
the necessary parts and service. Check yourWarranty Guide/Owner
Information Guideto find out which parts and services are covered.
Use only recommended fuels, lubricants, fluids and service parts
conforming to specifications. Motorcraft parts are designed and built to
provide the best performance in your vehicle.
PRECAUTIONS WHEN SERVICING YOUR VEHICLE
•Do not work on a hot engine.
•Make sure that nothing gets caught in moving parts.
•Do not work on a vehicle with the engine running in an enclosed
space, unless you are sure you have enough ventilation.
•Keep all open flames and other lit material away from the battery and
all fuel related parts.
Working with the engine off
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).
2. Turn off the engine and remove the key.
3. Block the wheels.
Working with the engine on
1. Set the parking brake and shift to P (Park).
2. Block the wheels.
Note:Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not
remove it while the engine is running.
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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 inscheduled maintenance information.
Conditions
•Heavily loading a vehicle or towing a trailer may reduce fuel economy
at any speed.
•Carrying unnecessary weight may reduce fuel economy (approximately
1 mpg [0.4 km/L] is lost for every 400 lb [180 kg] 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.
•Using fuel blended with alcohol may lower fuel economy.
•Fuel economy may decrease with lower temperatures during the first
8–10 miles (12–16 km) 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.
•Close windows for high speed driving.
EPA window sticker
Every new vehicle should have the EPA window sticker. Contact your
dealer if the window sticker is not supplied with your vehicle. The EPA
window sticker should be your guide for the fuel economy comparisons
with other vehicles.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................65
AdvanceTrac ..............................211
Air bag supplemental restraint
system ................142–143, 149, 152
and child safety seats ............144
description ..............143, 149, 152
disposal ....................................155
driver air bag ..........145, 150, 153
indicator light .................149, 154
operation .................145, 150, 153
passenger air bag ...145, 150, 153
side air bag ..............................149
Air cleaner filter ...............281, 285
Air filter, cabin ............................40
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................263
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................210–211
Anti-theft system ......................107
arming the system ..................107
disarming a triggered
system .....................................107
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................17, 20, 23
Automatic transaxle .................214
fluid, adding ............................279
fluid, checking ........................279
fluid, refill capacities ..............286
fluid, specification ..................289
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................216
Auxiliary power point .................63
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........287
B
Battery .......................................261acid, treating emergencies .....261
jumping a disabled battery ....232
maintenance-free ....................261
replacement, specifications ...285
servicing ..................................261
BeltMinder .................................137
Brakes ........................................210
anti-lock ...........................210–211
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................210
fluid, checking and adding ....279
fluid, refill capacities ..............286
fluid, specifications .........287, 289
lubricant specifications ..287, 289
parking ....................................211
shift interlock ..........................214
Bulbs ............................................48
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....286
Cargo net .....................................89
Cassette tape player .......17, 20, 23
Cell phone use ............................71
Certification Label ....................291
Child safety restraints ..............155
child safety belts ....................155
Child safety seats ......................158
in front seat ............................159
in rear seat ..............................159
tether anchorage hardware ...162
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............249
instrument panel ....................251
interior .....................................251
interior trim ............................251
plastic parts ............................250
washing ....................................248
waxing .....................................248
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bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................48
daytime running light ...............42
fog lamps ...................................41
headlamps .................................41
headlamps, flash to pass ..........43
instrument panel, dimming .....44
interior lamps .....................46–48
replacing bulbs ...................48–52
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................46
Liftgate ............................85, 89, 96
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........210
Load limits .................................194
Locks
autolock ...................................103
childproof ..................................92
doors ..........................................91
Low tire warning .................15, 191
Lubricant specifications ...287, 289
Lug nuts ....................................182
Luggage rack ...............................89
Lumbar support, seats .............112
M
Message center ...........................76
english/metric button ...............79
system check button ................79
warning messages .....................80
Mirrors ...................................55, 66
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................66
fold away ...................................67
heated ........................................67
programmable memory ..........100
side view mirrors (power) .......66signal .........................................67
Motorcraft parts ................272, 285
O
Octane rating ............................271
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................257
Overdrive ...................................215
P
Park Assist ................................218
Parking brake ............................211
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....285
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................129
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................68
Power adjustable foot pedals .....68
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................228
Power door locks ................91, 103
Power liftgate ........................85, 96
Power mirrors .............................66
Power point .................................63
Power steering ..........................214
fluid, checking and adding ....278
fluid, refill capacity ................286
fluid, specifications .........287, 289
Power Windows ...........................65
R
Radio ................................17, 20, 23
Relays ........................................224
Remote entry system .................95
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Transmission
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....214
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................279
lubricant specifications ..........287
Turn signal ..................................46
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................289
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................291
Vehicle loading ..........................194
Ventilating your vehicle ...........209W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......10
Washer fluid ..............................257
Water, Driving through .............221
Windows
power .........................................65
rear wiper/washer .....................53
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................53
checking and adding fluid .....257
liftgate reservoir .....................257
replacing wiper blades .............54
Wrecker towing .........................238
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