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Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 12
Warning and control lights 12
Gauges 16
Entertainment Systems 18
AM/FM stereo 18
AM/FM stereo with single CD 20
AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 24
Climate Controls 30
Heater only 30
Manual heating and air conditioning 31
Lights 33
Headlamps 33
Turn signal control 37
Bulb replacement 38
Driver Controls 43
Windshield wiper/washer control 43
Steering wheel adjustment 44
Power windows 47
Mirrors 48
Speed control 49
Locks and Security 53
Keys 53
Locks 53
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Check gauge:Illuminates when any
of the following conditions has
occurred:
•The engine coolant temperature
is high.
•The engine oil pressure is low.
•Flashes when Failsafe cooling mode has been activated.
Turn signal:Illuminates when the
left or right turn signal or the
hazard lights are turned on. If the
indicators stay on or flash faster, check for a burned out bulb.
High beams:Illuminates when the
high beam headlamps are turned on.
Transmission control indicator
light (TCIL):Illuminates when the
overdrive function of the
transmission has been turned off,
refer to theDrivingchapter. If the
light flashes steadily or does not illuminate, have the transmission
serviced soon, or damage may occur.
Transmission Tow/Haul light
(TCIL) (5.4L and 6.8L gasoline
engines only):Illuminates when
the Tow/Haul feature of the
transmission has been turned on,
refer to theDrivingchapter.
Key-in-ignition warning chime:Sounds when the key is left in the
ignition in the OFF/LOCK or ACCESSORY position and the driver’s door
is opened.
Headlamps on warning chime:Sounds when the headlamps or parking
lamps are on, the ignition is off (the key is not in the ignition) and the
driver’s door is opened.
Parking brake ON warning chime:Sounds when the parking brake is set,
the engine is running and the vehicle is driven more than 3 mph (5 km).
CHECK
GAGE
OVERDRIVE
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Function Number of
bulbsTrade number
Headlamps (sealed
beam)2 H5054
Headlamps
(aerodynamic)2 9007
Park lamp and turn
signal (front)2 4157K or 3157K
Back-up lamps 2 3156K or 3156
License plate lamp 1 168
Stop/tail/turn/side
marker lamp2 3457K or 3357K
High-mount brakelamp 2 912
Cargo lamp 1 211-2
Dome lamp (standard) 1 912
Map/reading lamp 2 211-2
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your dealer
Replacing headlamp bulbs (aerodynamic)
1. Make sure headlamp switch is in the OFF position and open the hood.
2. Push each clip tab toward the
engine compartment and lift upward
to the stop position, then remove
the headlamp assembly.
3. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the bulb by pulling
rearward.
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3. Remove the four headlamp bulb
retaining screws and the retaining
ring.
4. Remove the headlamp.
5. Disconnect the electrical
connector from the bulb and remove
the bulb.
To install the new bulb, follow the removal procedures in reverse order.
Replacing front parking lamp/turn signal bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp control is in the OFF position.
2. Remove two screws and pull lamp assembly away from the vehicle.
3. Rotate the bulb socket
counterclockwise and remove.
4. Carefully pull the bulb straight
out of the socket.
To complete installation, follow the
removal procedures in reverse order.
Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulbs
The interior cargo lamp (if equipped), on vehicles without a rear
headliner, will have to be removed from under the high-mount brakelamp
assembly located inside the vehicle. Then:
1. Remove the two screws from the
high-mount brakelamp assembly and
lift the lamp from the vehicle.
2. Remove the bulb socket from the
lamp assembly by turning
counterclockwise.
3. Carefully pull the bulb straight
out of the socket.
To install the new bulb, follow the removal procedure in reverse order.
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interior lamps ...........................37
replacing bulbs ...................38–42
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................37
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........139
Load limits .................................116
Loading instructions .................123
Lubricant specifications ...234, 237
Lug nuts ....................................175
Lumbar support, seats ...............59
M
Mirrors
fold away ...................................49
side view mirrors (power) .......48
Motorcraft parts ........195, 217, 228
O
Octane rating ............................215
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................200
P
Parking brake ............................140
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....228
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................163
Power door locks ........................53
Power mirrors .............................48
Power point .................................47
Power steering ..........................140
fluid, checking and adding ....223
fluid, refill capacity ................230
fluid, specifications .........234, 237Power Windows ...........................47
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................141
R
Radio ................................18, 20, 24
Relays ................................159, 166
Remote entry system
illuminated entry ......................57
locking/unlocking doors ...........53
Roadside assistance ..................156
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ............73
Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) .........64–68
Safety defects, reporting ..........190
Safety restraints ....................64–68
belt minder ...............................69
extension assembly ..................73
for adults .............................65–67
for children .........................83–84
lap belt ......................................68
safety belt maintenance ...........73
warning light and chime ..........69
Safety seats for children ............87
Seat belts
(see Safety restraints) ...............64
Seats ............................................58
child safety seats ......................87
front seats .................................58
Servicing your vehicle ..............197
Setting the clock
AM/FM stereo ...........................19
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ..........21, 26
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