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CHANGING THE WIPER BLADES
It is recommended that wiper blades are renewed before winter.
To replace the wiper blades:
1. Fold back the wiper arm and
position the wiper blade at right
angles to the wiper arm.
2. To remove, press the retaining
clip (A) to disengage the wiper
blade, then pull the blade down
toward the windshield to remove it
from the arm.
3. Install the new wiper blade on the
arm and press it into place until a click is heard.
Replace wiper blades at least once per year for optimum performance.
Poor wiper quality can be improved by cleaning the wiper blades and
windshield, refer toWindows and wiper bladesin theCleaning
chapter.
To prolong the life of the wiper blades, it is highly recommended to
scrape off the ice on the windshield before turning on the wipers. The
layer of ice has many sharp edges and can damage the micro edge of the
wiper rubber element.
Changing rear window wiper blade
The rear wiper arm is designed without a service position. This reduces
the risk of damage to the blade in an automatic car wash.
To replace the wiper blade:
1. Lift and hold the wiper blade off
the glass.
2. Press the release tab to unlock
wiper blade from wiper arm.
3. Pull the wiper blade toward the
base of the wiper arm and remove it
from the arm.
4. Attach the new wiper to the
wiper arm and press it into place
until a click is heard.
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•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 (as much as 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.
•Four-wheel-drive operation (if equipped) is less fuel efficient than
two-wheel-drive operation.
•Close windows for high speed driving.
EPA window sticker
Every new vehicle should have the EPA window sticker. Contact your
authorized 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.
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:
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AIR FILTER
Refer toscheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate
intervals for changing the air filter element.
When changing the air filter element, use only the Motorcraft air filter
element listed. Refer toMotorcraft part numbersin this chapter.
Note:Do not start your engine with the air cleaner removed and do not
remove it while the engine is running.
Changing the air filter element
1. Release two retainer clamps.
2. Pull air filter tray assembly out
toward front of vehicle and lift air
filter element up and out of housing.
The air filter box needs to be free of any debris before installing a new
air filter.
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Fluid Ford Part
NameApplication Capacity
Engine coolant
3Motorcraft
Premium Gold
Engine Coolant
(yellow-colored)5.4L Base
Radiator without
aux rear heat19.4 quarts
(18.4L)
5.4L Heavy Duty
Trailer Tow
Radiator without
aux rear heat19.7 quarts
(18.6L)
5.4L Base
Radiator with
aux rear heat20.7 quarts
(19.6L)
5.4L Heavy Duty
Trailer Tow
Radiator with
aux rear heat20.9 quarts
(19.8L)
Front axle
lubricantMotorcraft SAE
80W-90
Premium Rear
Axle Lubricant4x4 vehicles 3.5-3.7 pints
(1.8-2.0L)
Rear axle
lubricant
4Motorcraft SAE
75W-140
Synthetic Rear
Axle LubricantConventional
differential
(9.75 inch axle)4.5 pints (2.13L)
Limited-slip
differential
(9.75 inch axle)4.25 pints
(2.01L)
5
Windshield
washer fluidMotorcraft
Premium
Windshield
Washer
ConcentrateAll 4.5 quarts
(4.1L)
1Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. Transmission
fluid requirements are indicated on the dipstick or on the dipstick
handle. Check the container to verify the fluid being added is of the
correct type. Refer to yourscheduled maintenance informationto
determine the correct service interval.
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Interior style
Electrochromatic compass/temperature interior mirrors
Floor mats
Scuff plates
Lifestyle
Bike racks
Cargo organization and management
Smoker’s package
Rear seat entertainment systems
Towing mirrors
Trailer hitches, wiring harnesses and accessories
Peace of mind
First aid and highway safety kits
Full vehicle covers
Locking gas cap
Navigation systems
Mobile-Easehands-free communication system
Remote start
Vehicle security systems
Keyless entry keypad
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
•When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
Compliance Certification label). Consult your authorized dealer for
specific weight information.
•The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile
communications systems — such as two-way radios, telephones and
theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such
equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC
regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service
technician.
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Steering wheel
controls ....................................118
tilting .......................................106
T
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Driving .....................................260
Roadside Emergencies ...........277
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....217
Warning Displays ..............16, 131
Tires ...........................203–204, 277
alignment ................................215
care ..........................................214
changing ..................277, 279–280
checking the pressure ............206
inspecting and inflating .........205
label .........................................213
replacing ..................................208
rotating ....................................216
safety practices .......................215
sidewall information ...............209
snow tires and chains ............221
spare tire .................................278
terminology .............................205
tire grades ...............................204
treadwear ........................204, 214
Towing .......................................228
recreational towing .................234
trailer towing ..........................228
wrecker ....................................290Transmission .............................248
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....248
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................336
fluid, refill capacities ..............340
lubricant specifications ..343, 345
Trunk .........................................140
Turn signal ..................................96
V
Vehicle dimensions ...................346
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................348
Vehicle loading ..........................221
Ventilating your vehicle ...........237
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................311
Water, Driving through .............264
Windows
power .......................................111
rear wiper/washer ...................106
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ........................................105
checking and adding fluid .....311
liftgate reservoir .....................311
replacing wiper blades ...........312
Wrecker towing .........................290
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