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D (Drive) without Overdrive
Overdrive can be deactivated by
pressing the transmission control
switch on the side of the gearshift
lever.
•This position allows for all
forward gears (1-4) except
overdrive.
•Provides engine braking.
•Use when driving conditions
cause excessive shifting from O/D
to other gears. Examples: city
traffic, hilly terrain, heavy loads,
trailer towing and when engine
braking is required.
•O/D OFF lamp is illuminated.
•To return to O/D (overdrive mode), press the transmission control
switch. The O/D OFF lamp will not be illuminated.
•O/D (Overdrive) is automatically returned each time the key is turned
off.
3 (Third)
Transmission operates in third gear only.
Used for improved traction on slippery roads. Selecting 3 (Third)
provides engine braking.
2 (Second)
Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additional
engine braking on downgrades.
1 (First)
•Provides maximum engine braking.
•Allows upshifts by moving gearshift lever.
•Will not downshift into 1 (First) at high speeds; allows for 1 (First)
when vehicle reaches slower speeds.
O/D
OFF
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D (Drive) without Overdrive
Overdrive can be deactivated by
pressing the transmission control
switch on the side of the shift lever.
•This position allows for all
forward gears (1-4) except
overdrive.
•Provides engine braking.
•Use when driving conditions
cause excessive shifting from O/D
to other gears. Examples: city
traffic, hilly terrain, heavy loads,
trailer towing and when engine
braking is required.
•O/D OFF lamp is illuminated.
•To return to O/D (overdrive mode), press the transmission control
switch. The O/D OFF lamp will not be illuminated.
•O/D (Overdrive) is automatically returned each time the key is turned
off.
3 (Third)
Transmission operates in third gear only.
Used for improved traction on slippery roads. Selecting 3 (Third)
provides engine braking.
2 (Second)
Transmission operates in 2nd gear only.
Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additional
engine braking on downgrades.
1 (First)
•Transmission operates in 1st gear only.
•Provides maximum engine braking.
O/D
OFF
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Certain add-on devices such as large trailer hitches, bike or
surfboard racks and any device that may block the normal
detection zone of the reverse sensing system may create false beeps.
The system will assist the driver in detecting certain objects while the
vehicle moves in reverse at speeds less than 6 mph (10 km/h). The
system is not effective at speeds greater than 6 mph (10 km/h) and may
not detect certain angular or moving objects.
The system detects obstacles within approximately 16 feet (five meters),
at speeds above 2.5 mph (4 km/h) behind the rear bumper with a
decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper. If vehicle
speed is below 2.5 mph (4 km/h), the system detects obstacles within
approximately 10 feet (three meters) behind the rear bumper with a
decreased coverage area at the outer corners of the bumper. As you
move closer to the obstacle, the rate of the tone increases. When the
distance to the obstacle is approximately less than 18 inches (45.0 cm),
the tone will sound continuously. If the system detects an object that is
approaching the vehicle at such a rate that rapid braking is required, a
very high rate tone will sound. If this tone is heard while reversing, the
driver is advised to slow down immediately until the tone either changes
to a slower rate or stops.
Audible Warnings
Distance to Object Warning
Speed above 2.5 mph (4 km/h)
up to 1.6 feet (.5 meters) Solid
1.6 feet (.5 meters) to 3.1 feet (1 meter) Fast beep
3.1 feet (1 meter) to 5.7 feet (1.8 meters) Medium/fast beep
5.7 feet (1.8 meters) to 9 feet (2.8 meters) Medium beep
9 feet (2.8 meters) to 13 feet (4 meters) Medium/slow beep
13 feet (4 meters) to 19.6 feet (6 meters) Slow beep
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Getting roadside assistance
To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor
Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This
program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service
is available:
•24–hours, seven days a week
•for the New Vehicle Limited Warranty period of three years or
36,000 miles (60,000 km), whichever occurs first on Ford and Mercury
vehicles, and four years or 50,000 miles (80,000 km) on Lincoln
vehicles.
Roadside assistance will cover:
•a flat tire change with a good spare (except Ford GT which has a tire
inflation kit)
•battery jump start
•lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer’s
responsibility)
•fuel delivery – Independent Service Contractors, if not prohibited by
state, local or municipal law shall deliver up to 2.0 gallons (7.5L) of
gasoline or 5 gallons (18.9L) of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle. Fuel
delivery service is limited to two no-charge occurrences within a
12-month period.
•winch out – available within 100 feet (30.5 meters) of a paved or
county maintained road, no recoveries.
•towing – Ford/Mercury/Lincoln eligible vehicle towed to an authorized
dealer within 35 miles (56.3 km) of the disablement location or to the
nearest authorized dealer. If a member requests to be towed to an
authorized dealer more than 35 miles (56.3 km) from the disablement
location, the member shall be responsible for any mileage costs in
excess of 35 miles (56.3 km).
Trailers shall be covered up to $100 if the disabled eligible vehicle
requires service at the nearest authorized dealer. If the trailer is disabled,
but the towing vehicle is operational, the trailer does not qualify for any
roadside services.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
6 20A Liftglass release motor, Door
unlock/lock
7 15A Trailer stop/turn
8 15A Ignition switch power, PATS
9 2A 6R TCM/PCM (Ignition
RUN/START), Fuel pump relay
10 5A Front wiper RUN/ACC relay in
PDB
11 5A Radio start
12 5A Rear wiper motor RUN/ACC,
Trailer battery charge relay in
PDB, Radio
13 15A Heated mirror, Manual climate
rear defrost indicator
14 20A Horn
15 10A Reverse lamps
16 10A Trailer reverse lamps
17 10A RCM, PAD lamp, OCS module
18 10A Reverse park aid, IVD switch,
IVD, 4x4 module, 4x4 switch,
Heated seat switches, Compass,
Electrochromatic mirror, AUX
climate control
19 — Not used
20 10A Manual climate, DEATC, Brake
shift
21 — Not used
22 15A Brake switch, Bi-color stop lamps,
CHMSL, All turn lamps
23 15A Interior lamps, Puddle lamps,
Battery saver, Instrument
illumination, Homelink
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
24 10A Cluster, Theft LED
25 15A Trailer park, Trailer electronic
brake module
26 15A License plate/rear park lamp,
Front park lamps, Manual climate
27 15A Tri-color stop lamps
28 10A Manual/DEATC
CB1 25A Windows
The following relays are located on either side of the passenger
compartment fuse panel. See your authorized dealer for service of these
relays.
Fuse/Relay Location Description
Relay 1 Delayed ACC
Relay 2 Rear defrost
Relay 3 Park lamps
Relay 4 RUN/START
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The high-current fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
1 50A** BATT 2 (SJB)
2 50A** BATT 3 (SJB)
3 50A** BATT 1 (SJB)
4 30A** Fuel pump, Injectors
5 30A** Third row seat (left)
6 40A** IVD module
7 40A** Powertrain Control Module
(PCM)
8 40A** Heated windshield (left)
9 40A** Heated windshield (right)
10 30A** Power seat (right)
11 30A** Starter
12 30A** Third row seat (right)
13 30A** Trailer tow battery charger
2
1
12345
67891
0
1
11
21
31
41
5
1
61
71
81
92
02
5
2
9
3
3
3
7
4
12
2
5
15
55
6
5
4
4
9
4
8
4
7 4
6
B
4
6
A 4
5
B
4
5
A5
0
B
5
0
A 5
25
3 2
6
3
0
3
4
3
8
4
22
3
2
7
3
1
3
5
3
9
4
32
4
2
8
3
2
3
6
4
0
4
4
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
14 30A** Memory seats (DSM)
40A** Non-memory seats
15 40A** Rear defrost, Heated mirrors
16 40A** Blower motor
17 30A** Trailer electronic brakes
18 30A** Auxiliary blower motor
19 30A** Running boards
20 — Not used
21 20A* Rear power point
22 20A* Subwoofer
23 20A* 4x4
24 10A* Powertrain Control Module
(PCM) KAP, CAN vent
25 20A* Front power point/Cigar lighter
26 20A* 4x4 module
27 20A* 6R Transmission module
28 20A* Heated seats, Power mirrors
29 20A* Headlamps (right)
30 25A* Rear wiper
31 15A* Fog lamps
32 5A* Power mirrors
33 30A* IVD module
34 20A* Headlamps (left)
35 10A* AC clutch
36 — Not used
37 30A* Front wiper
38 15A* 5R Transmission
39 15A* PCM power
40 15A* Fan clutch, PCV valve, AC clutch
relay, GCC fan
41 15A* SDARS/DVD
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