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Replacing foglamp bulbs
1. Make sure the foglamp switch is
in the OFF position.
2. Remove the bulb socket from the
foglamp by turning
counterclockwise. If a plastic tie
strap restricts the rotation of the
bulb socket and connector, cut the
strap. Replacement of the strap is
not necessary.
3. Disconnect the electrical connector.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
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CHECK BRAKE SYSTEM.Displayed when the braking system is not
operating properly. If the warning stays on or continues to come on,
contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
CHECK BRAKE LAMPS.Displayed when the brake lamps are
activated and at least one is burned out. Check the lamps as soon as
possible and have the burned out lamp replaced. The center high-mount
brakelamp is not monitored.
CHECK LEFT OR RIGHT HEADLAMPS.Displayed when the
headlamps are activated and at least one is burned out. Check the lamps
as soon as possible and have the burned out lamp replaced. Refer to
Replacing headlamp bulbsin theLightschapter.
CHECK LEFT OR RIGHT PARK LAMPS.Displayed when the park
lamps are activated and at least one is burned out. Check the lamps as
soon as possible and have the burned out lamp replaced.
CHECK LEFT OR RIGHT TURN LAMPS.Displayed when the turn
signals are activated and at least one is burned out. Check the lamps as
soon as safely possible and have the burned out lamp replaced.
LOW TIRE PRESSURE.Displayed when one or more tires on your
vehicle have low tire pressure. Refer toInspecting and Inflating Your
Tiresin theTires, Wheels and Loadingchapter.
TIRE PRESSURE MONITOR FAULT.Displayed when the Tire
Pressure Monitoring System is malfunctioning. If the warning stays on or
continues to come on, have the system inspected by your authorized
dealer.
TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR FAULT.Displayed when a tire pressure
sensor is malfunctioning, or your spare tire is in use. For more
information on how the system operates under these conditions, refer to
Understanding Your Tire Pressure Monitoring Systemin theTires,
Wheels and Loadingchapter. If the warning stays on or continues to
come on, have the system inspected by your authorized dealer
LOW FUEL LEVEL.Displayed when the fuel level in the fuel tank is at
or near empty.
WASHER FLUID LOW.Indicates the washer fluid reservoir is less than
one quarter full. Check the washer fluid level. Refer toWindshield
washer fluidin theMaintenance and Specificationschapter.
CHANGE OIL SOON.Displayed when the engine oil life remaining is
5 percent or less. When oil life left is between 5% and 0%, the CHANGE
OIL SOON message will be displayed. When oil life left reaches 0%, the
OIL CHANGE REQUIRED message will be displayed.
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If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency
gives to you.
Do not attach safety chains to the bumper.
Trailer brakes
Be sure your trailer conforms to all applicable local and Federal
Regulations regarding trailer braking. If your trailer is equipped with
electronically controlled brakes you will need to have an electronic brake
controller with associated wiring installed to your vehicle by an
authorized dealer.
Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system directly to your
vehicle’s brake system. Your vehicle may not have enough
braking power and your chances of having a collision greatly increase.
The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the
GVWR not GCWR.
Trailer lamps
Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all running
lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working.
Do not splice into the vehicle lamp wiring for trailer lamps. Your
vehicle uses an advanced electronic module to control and
monitor your vehicle lamps. Splicing into the wiring or attaching
wiring to the vehicle bulb. may DISABLE the rear vehicle lamps
or cause them not to function properly. Your lamp outage feature
may also be disabled or provide incorrect information.
See your authorized dealer or trailer rental agency for proper
instructions and equipment for hooking up trailer lamps.
Driving while you tow
When towing a trailer:
•Keep your speed no faster than 70 mph (112 km/h) during the first
500 miles (800 km) of towing a trailer, and don’t make full throttle
starts.
•Turn off the speed control. The speed control may shut off
automatically when you are towing on long, steep grades.
•Consult your local motor vehicle speed regulations for towing a trailer.
•To eliminate excessive shifting, use a lower gear. This will also assist
in transmission cooling. (For additional information, refer to
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A
Accessory delay ..........................64
AdvanceTrac ..............................216
Air cleaner filter ...............298, 302
Air filter, cabin ............................40
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................147–148, 156, 158
and child safety seats ............149
description ..............148, 156, 158
disposal ....................................161
driver airbag ............150, 157, 159
indicator light .................156, 161
operation .................150, 157, 159
passenger airbag .....150, 157, 159
side airbag ...............................156
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................280
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................214–215
Anti-theft system ......................106
arming the system ..................107
disarming a triggered
system .....................................107
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................17, 20, 23
Automatic transaxle .................219
fluid, adding ............................296
fluid, checking ........................296
fluid, refill capacities ..............303
fluid, specification ..................306
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................220
Auxiliary power point .................62
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........304
B
Battery .......................................277acid, treating emergencies .....277
jumping a disabled battery ....247
maintenance-free ....................277
replacement, specifications ...302
servicing ..................................277
BeltMinder .................................142
Brakes ........................................214
anti-lock ...........................214–215
anti-lock brake system
(ABS) warning light ...............215
fluid, checking and adding ....296
fluid, refill capacities ..............303
fluid, specifications .........304, 306
lubricant specifications ..304, 306
parking ....................................216
shift interlock ..........................219
Bulbs ............................................48
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....303
Cargo net .....................................87
Cassette tape player .......17, 20, 23
Cell phone use ..............................7
Child safety restraints ..............162
child safety belts ....................162
Child safety seats ......................168
in front seat ............................170
in rear seat ..............................170
tether anchorage hardware ...172
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............265
instrument panel ....................267
interior .....................................267
interior trim ............................267
plastic parts ............................266
washing ....................................264
waxing .....................................264
wheels ......................................265
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cap ...........................................287
capacity ...................................303
choosing the right fuel ...........288
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................292
detergent in fuel .....................289
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................285, 287, 290
filter, specifications ........285, 302
fuel pump shut-off switch .....228
improving fuel economy ........289
octane rating ...................288, 306
quality ......................................289
running out of fuel .................289
safety information relating
to automotive fuels ................285
Fuses ..................................229–230
G
Garage Door Opener
(see Homelink wireless
control system) ...........................71
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............287
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................289
Gauges .........................................14
H
Hazard flashers .........................228
Head restraints .................108, 113
Headlamps ...................................41
aiming ........................................44
autolamp system .......................42
bulb specifications ....................48
daytime running lights .............42
flash to pass ..............................43
high beam .................................43
replacing bulbs .........................49turning on and off ....................41
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................30
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................71
Hood ..........................................271
I
Ignition ...............................211, 306
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................168
Inspection/maintenance
(I/M) testing ..............................294
Instrument panel ........................62
cleaning ...................................267
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel
and interior ...............................44
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......247
K
Keyless entry system ...............100
autolock ...................................102
Keys ...........................................105
positions of the ignition .........211
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................42
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................48
daytime running light ...............42
fog lamps ...................................41
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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 ............................83, 87, 95
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........215
Load limits .................................199
Locks
autolock ...................................102
childproof ..................................92
doors ..........................................90
Low tire warning .........................14
Lubricant specifications ...304, 306
Lug nuts ....................................246
Luggage rack ...............................87
Lumbar support, seats .............112
M
Message center ...........................75
english/metric button ...............77
system check button ................78
warning messages .....................78
Mirrors ...................................54, 65
automatic dimming
rearview mirror .........................65
fold away ...................................67
heated ........................................66
programmable memory ............99
side view mirrors (power) .......66
signal .........................................66
Motorcraft parts ........268, 285, 302
O
Octane rating ............................288Oil (see Engine oil) ..................274
Overdrive ...................................220
P
Park Assist ................................223
Parking brake ............................216
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....302
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................134
Pedals (see Power
adjustable foot pedals) ...............67
Power adjustable foot pedals .....67
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................233
Power door locks ................90, 102
Power liftgate ........................83, 95
Power mirrors .............................66
Power point .................................62
Power steering ..........................218
fluid, checking and adding ....295
fluid, refill capacity ................303
fluid, specifications .........304, 306
Power Windows ...........................64
R
Radio ................................17, 20, 23
Relays ........................................229
Remote entry system .................94
illuminated entry ................43, 98
locking/unlocking doors .....90, 94
Roadside assistance ..................227
Roof rack .....................................87
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ..........146
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