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If your vehicle is equipped with a
column-shift transmission, overdrive
can be deactivated by pressing the
transmission control switch on the
gearshift lever.
If your vehicle is equipped with a
floor-shift transmission, overdrive
can be deactivated by pressing the
transmission control switch on the
gearshift handle.
The transmission control indicator
light (TCIL) will illuminate on the
instrument cluster.
Drive (not shown)
Drive is activated when the transmission control switch is pressed.
•This position allows for all forward gears except overdrive.
•O/D OFF lamp is illuminated.
•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.
•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.
2 (Second)
This position allows for second gear only.
•Provides engine braking.
•Use to start-up on slippery roads.
•To return to
(Overdrive), move the gearshift lever into the
(Overdrive) position.
O/D
OFF
O/D
OFF
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•Selecting 2 (Second) at higher speeds will cause the transmission to
downshift to second gear at the appropriate vehicle speed.
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.
Forced downshifts
•Allowed in
(Overdrive) or Drive.
•Depress the accelerator to the floor.
•Allows transmission to select an appropriate gear.
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow
If your vehicle gets stuck in mud or snow, it may be rocked out by
shifting between forward and reverse gears, stopping between shifts in a
steady pattern. Press lightly on the accelerator in each gear.
Do not rock the vehicle if the engine is not at normal operating
temperature or damage to the transmission may occur.
Do not rock the vehicle for more than a minute or damage to the
transmission and tires may occur, or the engine may overheat.
DRIVING THROUGH WATER
If driving through deep or standing
water is unavoidable, proceed very
slowly especially when the depth is
not known. Never drive through
water that is higher than the bottom
of the wheel rims (for cars) or the
bottom of the hubs (for trucks).
When driving through water, traction or brake capability may be limited.
Also, water may enter your engine’s air intake and severely damage your
engine or your vehicle may stall.Driving through deep water where
the transmission vent tube is submerged may allow water into the
transmission and cause internal transmission damage.
Once through the water, always dry the brakes by moving your
vehicle slowly while applying light pressure on the brake pedal.
Wet brakes do not stop the vehicle as quickly as dry brakes.
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•The hazard lights control is
located on top of the steering
column.
•Depress hazard lights control to
activate all hazard flashers
simultaneously.
•Depress control again to turn the
flashers off.
FUEL PUMP SHUT-OFF SWITCH
FUEL
RESET
The fuel pump shut-off switch is a device intended to stop the electric
fuel pump when your vehicle has been involved in a substantial jolt.
After a collision, if the engine cranks but does not start, the fuel pump
shut-off switch may have been activated.
The fuel pump shut-off switch is
located on the left side of the trunk
behind the left rear tail light and the
trunk liner.
Use the following procedure to reset the fuel pump shut-off switch.
1. Turn the ignition to the OFF position.
2. Check the fuel system for leaks.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPassenger Compartment Fuse
Panel Description
13 10A Ignition (ON) - Anti-lock Brake
System (ABS) module, Rear Air
Suspension Module (RASM),
Variable Assist Power Steering
(VAPS), Cluster
14 15A Taxi, Adjustable pedals
15 10A Ignition (ON) - EATC module,
A/C mode switch (vehicles
equipped with manual A/C only),
A/C blower relay coil
16 20A Cigar lighter, OBD II
17 10A Ignition (ON) - A/C mode switch
(vehicles equipped with manual
A/C), Blend door, Heated seat
modules, BTSI (Floor-shift
transmission)
18 15A Lighting control module (interior
lighting)
19 10A LCM (Left-hand low beam)
20 10A Ignition (ON/START) - Back-up
lamps
21 10A LCM (Right-hand low beam)
22 10A Ignition (ON/START) - Restraint
Control Module (RCM), Occupant
Classification Sensor (OCS),
Passenger Airbag Deactivation
Indicator (PADI)
23 15A Multi-function switch
(Flash-to-pass), LCM (High
beams)
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The high-current fuses are coded as follows.
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
1 30A* Ignition switch
2 20A* Moon roof, Spot lights (Police
vehicles only)
3 10A* Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
keep alive power, Canister vent
4 20A* Fuel relay feed
5 10A* Rear Air Suspension Module
(RASM), VAPS module
6 15A* Alternator regulator
7 30A* PCM relay feed
8 20A* Driver’s Door Module (DDM)
9 15A* Ignition coil relay feed
10 20A* Horn relay feed
11 15A* A/C clutch relay feed
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingPower Distribution Box
Description
108 20A** Police accessory battery feed 3
(Police vehicles only)
109 20A** ABS module (Valves)
110 30A** Wiper module
111 50A** Police PDB or Police accessory
battery feed (Police vehicles only)
112 30A** Air suspension compressor
(non-Police vehicles only)
40A** Police PDB relay feed (Police
vehicles only)
113 50A** Police light bar or Police
right-hand kick panel accessory
battery feed (Police vehicles only)
114 50A** Police PDB or Police accessory
battery feed (Police vehicles only)
115 50A** Rear power point or Police
right-hand kick panel accessory
battery feed (Police vehicles only)
116 50A** Police accessory battery feed
(Police vehicles only)
117 50A** Police PDB or Police accessory
battery feed (Police vehicles only)
118 50A** Rear power point or Police
right-hand kick panel accessory
battery feed (Police vehicles only)
201
12ISO relay A/C clutch
202 — Not used
203
12ISO relay Ignition coil
204
12ISO relay PCM
205 — Not used
206
12ISO relay Fuel
207 — Not used
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Note:The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) indicator light will
illuminate when the spare is in use. To restore the full functionality of
the TPMS system, all road wheels equipped with the tire pressure
monitoring sensors must be mounted on the vehicle.
Have a flat tire serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent
damage to the TPMS sensor, refer toTire Pressure Monitoring System
(TPMS)in theTires, Wheels, and Loadingchapter. Replace the spare
tire with a road tire as soon as possible. During repairing or replacing of
the flat tire, have the authorized dealer inspect the TPMS sensor for
damage.
The use of tire sealants may damage your Tire Pressure
Monitoring System and should not be used.
Refer toTire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)in theTire,
Wheels and Loadingchapter for important information. If the
tire pressure monitor sensor becomes damaged, it will no longer
function.
Dissimilar spare tire/wheel information
Failure to follow these guidelines could result in an increased
risk of loss of vehicle control, injury or death.
If you have a dissimilar spare tire/wheel, then it is intended for
temporary use only. This means that if you need to use it, you should
replace it as soon as possible with a road tire/wheel that is the same size
and type as the road tires and wheels that were originally provided by
Ford. If the dissimilar spare tire or wheel is damaged, it should be
replaced rather than repaired.
A dissimilar spare tire/wheel is defined as a spare tire and/or wheel that
is different in brand, size or appearance from the road tires and wheels
and can be one of three types:
1.T-type mini-spare:This spare tire begins with the letter “T” for tire
size and may have “Temporary Use Only” molded in the sidewall
2.Full-size dissimilar spare with label on wheel:This spare tire has
a label on the wheel that states: “THIS TIRE AND WHEEL FOR
TEMPORARY USE ONLY”
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4. Check all battery terminals and remove any excessive corrosion before
you attach the battery cables. Ensure that vent caps are tight and level.
5. Turn the heater fan on in both vehicles to protect from any electrical
surges. Turn all other accessories off.
Connecting the jumper cables
1. Connect the positive (+) jumper cable to the positive (+) terminal of
the discharged battery.
Note:In the illustrations,lightning boltsare used to designate the
assisting (boosting) battery.
2. Connect the other end of the positive (+) cable to the positive (+)
terminal of the assisting battery.
+–+–
+–+–
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