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STARTING
Positions of the ignition
1. OFF/LOCK, shuts off the engine
and all accessories/locks the
gearshift lever and allows key
removal.
2. ACC, allows the electrical
accessories such as the radio to
operate while the engine is not
running.
3. ON, all electrical circuits
operational. Warning lights
illuminated. Key position when driving.
4. START, cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
Preparing to start your vehicle
Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system. This
system meets all Canadian Interference-Causing Equipment standard
requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio
noise.
When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerator
before or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you have
difficulty starting the engine. For more information on starting the
vehicle, refer toStarting the enginein this chapter.
Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce very high
temperatures in the engine and exhaust system, creating the risk
of fire or other damage.
Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass or other dry
ground cover. The emission system heats up the engine
compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in other enclosed
areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open the garage door
before you start the engine. SeeGuarding against exhaust fumesin
this chapter for more instructions.
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5. Turn the key to 3 (ON) without
turning the key to 4 (START).
Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. SeeWarning lights and
chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter for more information
regarding the warning lights.
Starting the engine
1. Turn the key to 3 (ON) without
turning the key to 4 (START).
2. Turn the key to 4 (START), then
release the key as soon as the
engine starts. Excessive cranking
could damage the starter.
Note:If the engine does not start within five seconds on the first try,
turn the key to OFF, wait 10 seconds and try again. If the engine still
fails to start, press the accelerator to the floor and try again; this will
allow the engine to crank with the fuel shut off in case the engine is
flooded with fuel.
Cold weather starting (flexible fuel vehicles only)
As the outside temperature approaches freezing, ethanol fuel distributors
should supply winter grade ethanol (same as with unleaded gasoline). If
summer grade ethanol is used in cold weather conditions, you may
experience increased cranking times, rough idle or hesitation until the
engine has warmed up. Consult your fuel distributor for the availability of
winter grade ethanol.
Do not crank the engine for more than 30 seconds at a time as starter
damage may occur. If the engine fails to start, turn the key to OFF and
wait 30 seconds before trying again.
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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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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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•Normally, adding 1 gallon (3.8L) of fuel is enough to restart the
engine. If the vehicle is out of fuel and on a steep grade, more than 1
gallon (3.8L) may be required.
•The
indicator may come on. For more information on the “check
engine” or the “service engine soon” indicator, refer toWarning lights
and chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
ESSENTIALS OF GOOD FUEL ECONOMY
Measuring techniques
Your best source of information about actual fuel economy is you, the
driver. You must gather information as accurately and consistently as
possible. Fuel expense, frequency of fill-ups or fuel gauge readings are
NOT accurate as a measure of fuel economy. We do not recommend
taking fuel economy measurements during the first 1,000 miles (1,600
km) of driving (engine break-in period). You will get a more accurate
measurement after 2,000 miles–3,000 miles (3,000 km–5,000 km).
Filling the tank
The advertised fuel capacity of the fuel tank on your vehicle is equal to
the rated refill capacity of the fuel tank as listed in theMaintenance
product specifications and capacitiessection of this chapter.
The advertised capacity is the amount of the indicated capacity and the
empty reserve combined. Indicated capacity is the difference in the
amount of fuel in a full tank and a tank when the fuel gauge indicates
empty. Empty reserve is the small amount of fuel remaining in the fuel
tank after the fuel gauge indicates empty.
The amount of usable fuel in the empty reserve varies and should
not be relied upon to increase driving range. When refueling your
vehicle after the fuel gauge indicates empty, you might not be
able to refuel the full amount of the advertised capacity of the
fuel tank due to the empty reserve still present in the tank.
For consistent results when filling the fuel tank:
•Turn the engine/ignition switch to the off position prior to refueling,
an error in the reading will result if the engine is left running.
•Use the same filling rate setting (low — medium — high) each time
the tank is filled.
•Allow no more than two automatic click-offs when filling.
•Always use fuel with the recommended octane rating.
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Exhaust fumes ..........................178
F
Fail safe cooling ........................246
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....247
Floor mats ...................................83
Fluid capacities .........................266
Fuel ............................................247
calculating fuel
economy ......................57, 77, 254
cap ...........................................250
capacity ...................................266
choosing the right fuel ...........251
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................257
detergent in fuel .....................252
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................247, 250, 254
filter, specifications ........247, 264
fuel pump shut-off switch .....194
improving fuel economy ........254
octane rating ...................252, 269
quality ......................................253
running out of fuel .................253
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................247
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................247, 251–252
Fuses ..................................195–196
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............250
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................254
Gauges .........................................15
H
Hazard flashers .........................193Head restraints .........................101
Headlamps ...................................38
aiming ........................................40
autolamp system .......................38
bulb specifications ....................44
daytime running lights .............39
flash to pass ..............................39
high beam .................................39
replacing bulbs .........................45
turning on and off ....................38
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................34–35
Homelink wireless control
system ..........................................71
Hood ..........................................233
I
Ignition ...............................175, 269
Illuminated visor mirror .............52
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................137
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................259
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................228
cluster ........................................10
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................40
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......211
K
Keyless entry system .................93
autolock .....................................86
keypad .......................................93
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programming entry code .........93
Keys .......................................85, 98
positions of the ignition .........175
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................38
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................44
daytime running light ...............39
headlamps .................................38
headlamps, flash to pass ..........39
instrument panel, dimming .....40
interior lamps .....................42–45
replacing bulbs .........................45
Lane change indicator
(see Turn signal) ........................42
Lights, warning and indicator ....10
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........182
Limited slip axle
(see Traction Loc) ....................186
Load limits .................................165
Locks
autolock .....................................86
childproof ..................................87
doors ..........................................85
Lubricant specifications ...........266
Lug nuts ....................................210
Lumbar support, seats .............105
M
Message center ...........................75
english/metric button ...............79
system check button ................78
warning messages .....................80
Mirrors ...................................64–65automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................64
fold away ...................................65
heated ........................................65
side view mirrors (power) .......65
Moon roof ....................................70
Motorcraft parts ........230, 247, 264
O
Octane rating ............................252
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................236
P
Parking brake ............................182
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....264
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................108
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................66
Power adjustable foot pedals .....66
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................199
Power door locks ..................85–86
Power mirrors .............................65
Power point .................................62
Power steering ..........................185
fluid, checking and adding ....260
fluid, refill capacity ................266
Power Windows ...........................63
R
Radio ..........................18, 20, 23, 28
Rear window defroster ...............37
Relays ................................195, 203
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trailer towing ..........................171
wrecker ....................................216
Traction control ........................183
Traction-lok rear axle ...............186
Transmission .............................187
brake-shift interlock
(BSI) ................................187–188
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................261
fluid, refill capacities ..............266
lubricant specifications ..........266
Trunk ...........................................88
remote release ....................84, 90
Turn signal ..................................42
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................270Vehicle loading
..........................165
Ventilating your vehicle
...........178
W
Warning lights (see Lights)
.......10
Washer fluid
..............................235
Water, Driving through
.............191
Windows
power
.........................................63
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers
..........................................51
checking and adding fluid
.....235
replacing wiper blades
...........235
Wrecker towing
.........................216
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