TRUNK AJAR.Displayed when the trunk is not completely closed.
LOW FUEL LEVEL.Displayed as an early reminder of a low fuel
condition.
CHECK CHARGING SYSTEM.Displayed when the electrical system is
not maintaining proper voltage. If you are operating electrical accessories
when the engine is idling at a low speed, turn off as many of the
electrical loads as soon as possible. If the warning stays on or comes on
when the engine is operating at normal speeds, have the electrical
system checked as soon as possible.
PARK BRAKE ON.Displayed when the manual park brake is set. If the
warning stays on after the park brake is released, contact your
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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.
LOW TIRE PRESSURE.Displayed when one or more tires on your
vehicle have low tire pressure. Refer toInflating Your Tiresin the
Tires, 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 BRAKE FLUID LEVEL.Indicates the brake fluid level is low and
the brake system should be inspected immediately. Refer toBrake fluid
reservoirin theMaintenance and Specificationschapter.
LOW OIL PRESSURE.Displayed when the engine oil pressure is low. If
this warning message is displayed, check the level of the engine oil.
Refer toEngine oilin theMaintenance and Specificationschapter for
information about adding engine oil. If the oil level is OK and this
warning persists, shut down the engine immediately and contact your
authorized dealer for service.
CHECK FUEL CAP.Displayed when the fuel filler cap is not properly
installed. Check the fuel filler cap for proper installation. Refer toFuel
filler capunder theFuel Information sectionin theMaintenance and
Specificationschapter.
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Adding engine oil
1. Check the engine oil. For instructions, refer toChecking the engine
oilin this chapter.
2. If the engine oil level is not within the normal range, add only certified
engine oil of the recommended viscosity. Remove the engine oil filler cap
and use a funnel to pour the engine oil into the opening.
3. Recheck the engine oil level. Make sure the oil level is not above the
normal operating range on the engine oil level indicator (dipstick).
4. Install the indicator and ensure it is fully seated.
5. Fully install the engine oil filler cap by turning the filler cap clockwise
1/4 of a turn until three clicks are heard or until the cap is fully seated.
To avoid possible oil loss, DO NOT operate the vehicle with the
engine oil level indicator and/or the engine oil filler cap removed.
Engine Oil Recommendations
4.0L V6 Engine
Look for this certification
trademark.
Use SAE 5W-30 engine oil.
Only use oils “Certified For Gasoline Engines” by the American
Petroleum Institute (API). An oil with this trademark symbol conforms
to the current engine and emission system protection standards and fuel
economy requirements of the International Lubricant Standardization and
Approval Committee (ILSAC), comprised of U.S. and Japanese
automobile manufacturers.
To protect your engine’s warranty use Motorcraft SAE 5W-30 or an
equivalent SAE 5W-30 oil meeting Ford specification WSS-M2C929-A.
Do not use supplemental engine oil additives, cleaners or other engine
treatments. They are unnecessary and could lead to engine damage that
is not covered by Ford warranty.
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•Always dispose of automotive
batteries in a responsible manner.
Follow your local authorized
standards for disposal. Call your
local authorized recycling center
to find out more about recycling
automotive batteries.
ENGINE COOLANT
Checking engine coolant
The concentration and level of engine coolant should be checked at the
intervals listed inscheduled maintenance information.The coolant
concentration should be maintained at 50/50 coolant and distilled water,
which equates to a freeze point of -34°F (-36°C). Coolant concentration
testing is possible with a hydrometer or antifreeze tester (such as the
Rotunda Battery and Antifreeze Tester, 014–R1060). The level of coolant
should be maintained at the “FULL COLD” level or within the “COLD
FILL RANGE” in the coolant reservoir. If the level falls below, add
coolant per the instructions in theAdding engine coolantsection.
Your vehicle was factory-filled with a 50/50 engine coolant and water
concentration. If the concentration of coolant falls below 40% or above
60%, the engine parts could become damaged or not work properly.A
50–50 mixture of coolant and water provides the following:
•Freeze protection down to -34°F (-36°C).
•Boiling protection up to 265°F (129°C).
•Protection against rust and other forms of corrosion.
•Enables calibrated gauges to work properly.
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•Idling for long periods of time (greater than one minute) may waste
fuel.
•Anticipate stopping; slowing down may eliminate the need to stop.
•Sudden or hard accelerations may reduce fuel economy.
•Slow down gradually.
•Driving at reasonable speeds (traveling at 55 mph [88 km/h] uses 15%
less fuel than traveling at 65 mph [105 km/h]).
•Revving the engine before turning it off may reduce fuel economy.
•Using the air conditioner or defroster may reduce fuel economy.
•You may want to turn off the speed control in hilly terrain if
unnecessary shifting between the top gears occurs. Unnecessary
shifting of this type could result in reduced fuel economy.
•Warming up a vehicle on cold mornings is not required and may
reduce fuel economy.
•Resting your foot on the brake pedal while driving may reduce fuel
economy.
•Combine errands and minimize stop-and-go driving.
Maintenance
•Keep tires properly inflated and use only recommended size.
•Operating a vehicle with the wheels out of alignment will reduce fuel
economy.
•Use recommended engine oil. Refer toLubricant specificationsin
this chapter.
•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 (approximately
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.
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Item CapacityFord part name or
equivalentFord part number /
Ford Specification
Windshield washer fluid 4.0 quarts (3.8L)Motorcraft Premium
Windshield Washer
ConcentrateZC-32-A /
WSB-M8B16-A2
Fuel tank16.0 gallons
(60.6L)——
1Add 4 oz. (118 ml) of Additive Friction Modifier XL-3 or equivalent meeting Ford specification
EST-M2C118-A for complete refill of Traction-Lok axles.
Ford design rear axles contain a synthetic lubricant that does not require changing unless the axle
has been submerged in water.2Ensure the correct automatic transmission fluid is used. MERCONand MERCONV are not
interchangeable. DO NOT mix MERCONand MERCONV. Refer toscheduled maintenance
informationto determine the correct service interval.3Add the coolant type originally equipped in your vehicle.4Approximate dry capacity, includes cooler and tubes. Fluid level should be checked by an
authorized dealer.5Service refill capacity is covered underchecking and adding manual transmission fluidin this
chapter.6Use of synthetic or synthetic blend motor oil is not mandatory. Engine oil need only meet the
requirements of Ford specification WSS-M2C929-A (4.0L) or WSS-M2C930-A (4.6L) and the API
Certification mark.
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Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................24
Clutch
fluid ..........................................238
operation while driving ..........170
recommended shift speeds ....171
Compass, electronic ....................53
calibration .................................54
set zone adjustment .................54
Console ........................................49
Controls
power seat .................................87
Convertible ..................................57
cleaning ...................................205
installation of the boot .............59
lowering the convertible top ...57
raising the convertible top ......60
Coolant
checking and adding ..............221
refill capacities ................225, 243
specifications ..........................243
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................55
Customer Assistance ................173
Ford Extended
Service Plan ............................198
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............199
Getting roadside assistance ...173
Getting the service
you need .................................194
Ordering additional
owner’s literature ...................199
Utilizing the Mediation/
Arbitration Program ...............197
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................40Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................239
engine oil .................................214
Driving under special
conditions ..................................169
through water .........................172
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Electronic message center .........62
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................187
Emission control system ..........235
Engine ........................................246
cleaning ...................................203
coolant .....................................221
fail-safe cooling .......................226
idle speed control ...................219
lubrication specifications .......243
refill capacities ........................243
service points ..................211–212
Engine block heater .................161
Engine oil ..................................214
checking and adding ..............214
dipstick ....................................214
filter, specifications ........217, 241
recommendations ...................217
refill capacities ........................243
specifications ..........................243
Exhaust fumes ..........................160
F
Fail safe cooling ........................226
Floor mats ...................................70
Fluid capacities .........................243
Foglamps .....................................39
Fuel ............................................227
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Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................42
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........162
Limited slip axle
(see Traction Loc) ....................165
Load limits .................................148
Locks ............................................71
autolock .....................................73
doors ..........................................71
Lubricant specifications ...........243
Lug nuts ....................................187
Lumbar support, seats ...............87
M
Manual transmission .................170
fluid capacities ........................243
lubricant specifications ..........243
reverse .....................................171
Message center ...........................62
display color ..............................63
english/metric button ...............64
MyColor display ........................63
system check button ................62
warning messages .....................68
Mirrors .........................................55
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................53
side view mirrors (power) .......55
Motorcraft parts ........207, 227, 241
O
Octane rating ............................231
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................214
P
Parking brake ............................162Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....241
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................92
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................178
Power door locks ........................73
Power mirrors .............................55
Power point .................................49
Power steering ..........................164
fluid, checking and adding ....238
fluid, refill capacity ................243
fluid, specifications .................243
Power Windows ...........................50
R
Radio ......................................19, 22
Relays ........................................176
Remote entry system .................75
illuminated entry ......................78
locking/unlocking doors .....75–76
opening the trunk .....................76
panic alarm ...............................76
replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................77
replacing the batteries .............76
Roadside assistance ..................173
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ..........100
Safety belts
(see Safety restraints) ...91, 94–98
Safety defects, reporting ..........200
Safety restraints ..............91, 94–99
BeltMinder............................101
extension assembly ..................99
for adults .............................95–98
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