
Changing the air filter element
1. Loosen the hose clamp on the
outlet tube at the air filter housing.
2. Release the two clamps that
secure the cover to the air filter
housing and place the cover aside.
3. Remove the air filter element
from the air filter housing.
4. Wipe the air filter housing and cover clean to remove any dirt or
debris and to ensure good sealing.
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5. Install a new air filter element. Be careful not to crimp the filter
element edges between the air filter housing and cover. This could cause
filter damage and allow unmetered air to enter the engine if not properly
seated.
6. Replace the air filter housing
cover and secure the clamps. Be
sure all of the tabs on front edge are
correctly aligned as shown.
Note:If you encounter any difficulty in replacing your air filter element,
have your vehicle serviced at your authorized dealer.
MOTORCRAFT PART NUMBERS
Component 3.9L-4V V8 engine
Air filter element FA-1679
Fuel filter FG-1011
Battery BXT-66-650
Oil filter FL-2021
Spark plugs
1
1
For spark plug replacement, see your authorized dealer. Refer to
scheduled maintenance informationfor the appropriate intervals for
changing the spark plugs.
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A
Accessory delay ........................109
AdvanceTrac ..............................225
Air cleaner filter ...............301–303
Air conditioning ....................88, 90
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................175, 179, 182
and child safety seats ............177
description ..............175, 179, 182
disposal ....................................185
driver airbag ............177, 180, 183
indicator light .........179, 181, 185
operation .................177, 180, 183
passenger airbag .....177, 180, 183
side airbag .......................179, 182
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................284
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................222–223
Anti-theft system ......................153
arming the system ..................153
disarming a triggered
system .....................................154
Audio system (see Radio) ...16, 20
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................230
fluid, adding ............................301
fluid, checking ........................301
fluid, refill capacities ..............304
fluid, specification ..................307
Axle
lubricant
specifications ..................306–307
refill capacities ........................304
B
Battery .......................................282acid, treating emergencies .....282
jumping a disabled battery ....255
maintenance-free ....................282
replacement, specifications ...303
servicing ..................................282
BeltMinder .................................171
Brakes ........................................222
anti-lock ...........................222–223
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................223
fluid, checking and adding ....300
fluid, refill capacities ..............304
fluid, specifications .........306–307
lubricant specifications ..306–307
parking ....................................223
shift interlock ..........................228
Bulbs ..........................................100
C
Calculating load ........................217
Capacities for refilling fluids ....304
Cargo net ...................................138
Cell phone use ..............................7
Changing a tire .........................249
Child safety restraints ..............186
child safety belts ....................186
Child safety seats ......................190
attaching with tether
straps .......................................194
in front seat ............................191
in rear seat ..............................191
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............270
instrument panel ....................272
interior .....................................272
interior trim ............................272
plastic parts ............................271
washing ....................................269
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waxing .....................................269
wheels ......................................270
wiper blades ............................271
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......88, 90
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................18
AM/FM/Tape/CD .......................22
Compass, electronic ..................111
calibration ...............................112
set zone adjustment ...............112
Console ......................................106
overhead ..................................107
Controls
power seat ...............................156
steering column ......................117
Coolant
checking and adding ..............284
refill capacities ................288, 304
specifications ..................306–307
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ..................114
Customer Assistance ................237
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................266
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................267
Getting roadside assistance ...237
Getting the service you
need .........................................262
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................267
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................265
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................97Defrost
rear window ..............................95
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................301
engine oil .................................279
Doors
central unlocking ....................140
lubricant specifications ..........306
Driving under special
conditions ..................................234
through water .........................236
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................255
Emergency Flashers .................239
Emission control system ..........297
Engine ................................307–308
cleaning ...................................270
coolant .....................................284
fail-safe cooling .......................289
idle speed control ...................282
lubrication
specifications ..................306–307
refill capacities ........................304
service points ..........................277
Engine block heater .................222
Engine oil ..................................279
checking and adding ..............279
dipstick ....................................279
filter, specifications ........281, 303
recommendations ...................281
refill capacities ........................304
specifications ..................306–307
Exhaust fumes ..........................221
F
Fail safe cooling ........................289
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Floor mats .................................138
Fluid capacities .........................304
Foglamps .....................................98
Fuel ............................................290
calculating fuel
economy ..........................128, 294
cap ...........................................292
capacity ...................................304
choosing the right fuel ...........293
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................297
detergent in fuel .....................294
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................290, 292, 295
filter, specifications ........290, 303
fuel pump shut-off switch .....239
improving fuel economy ........294
octane rating ...........293, 307–308
quality ......................................294
running out of fuel .................294
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................290
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......239
Fuses ..................................240–241
G
Garage Door Opener
(see Homelink wireless control
system) ......................................121
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............292
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................294
Gauges .........................................14
GAWR
(Gross Axle Weight Rating)
calculating ...............................217GVWR
(Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
calculating ...............................217
H
Hazard flashers .........................239
Head restraints .................155, 160
Headlamps ...................................96
aiming ........................................98
autolamp system .......................96
bulb specifications ..................101
daytime running lights .............97
flash to pass ..............................97
replacing bulbs .......................102
turning on and off ....................96
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................88, 90
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................121
Hood ..........................................276
I
Ignition .......................219, 307–308
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................190
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................299
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................272
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................98
J
Jack ............................................249
positioning ...............................249
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