2008 FORD ECONOLINE air conditioning

Introduction 4
Instrument Cluster 12
Warning lights and chimes 12
Gauges 17
Entertainment Systems 20
AM/FM stereo 20
AM/FM stereo with single CD 22
AM/FM stereo with in-dash six CD 26
Climate Controls 32
Heater only 32
Manual heating and air conditioning 33
Lights 35
Headlamps 35
Turn signal control 40
Bulb replacement 41
Driver Controls 47
Windshield wiper/washer control 47
Steering wheel adjustment 48
Power windows 52
Mirrors 53
Speed control 54
Locks and Security 58
Keys 58
Locks 58
Anti-theft system 66
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MANUAL HEATING AND AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
(IF EQUIPPED)
1.Fan speed adjustment:Controls
the volume of air circulated in the
vehicle.
2.Temperature selection:
Controls the temperature of the
airflow in the vehicle.
3.Air flow selections:Controls the direction of the airflow in the
vehicle. Also controls the airflow for the rear auxiliary system (if
equipped). See the following for a brief description on each control.
MAX A/C:Uses recirculated air to cool the vehicle. Air flows from the
instrument panel vents only. If equipped with auxiliary A/C, auxiliary
airflow will be from the rear headliner vents.
NORM A/C:Uses outside air to cool the vehicle. Air flows from the
instrument panel vents only. If equipped with auxiliary A/C, auxiliary
airflow will be from the rear headliner vents.
VENT:Distributes outside air through the instrument panel vents.
OFF:Outside air is shut out and the climate system is turned off.
FLR:Distributes outside air through the floor vents. If equipped with
rear auxiliary heater or A/C, auxiliary airflow will be from the rear floor
vents.
MIX:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents and
floor vents. If equipped with rear auxiliary heater or A/C, auxiliary
airflow will be from the rear floor vents.
:Distributes outside air through the windshield defroster vents. If
equipped with rear auxiliary heater or A/C, auxiliary airflow will be from
the rear floor vents.
Operating tips
•To reduce fog build up on the windshield during humid weather, place
the air flow selector in the
position.
•To reduce humidity build up inside the vehicle: do not drive with the
air flow selector in the OFF position.
•Do not put objects under the front seats that will interfere with the
airflow to the back seats.
•Remove any snow, ice or leaves from the air intake area at the base of
the windshield.
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You may experience a decrease in peak performance when the engine is
cold when operating on E
85ethanol.
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.
Do not use starting fluid such as ether in the air intake system. Such
fluid could cause immediate explosive damage to the engine and possible
personal injury.
If you should experience cold weather starting problems on E
85ethanol,
and neither an alternative brand of E
85ethanol nor an engine block
heater is available, the addition of unleaded gasoline to your tank will
improve cold starting performance. Your vehicle is designed to operate
on E
85ethanol alone, unleaded gasoline alone, or any mixture of the two.
SeeChoosing the right fuelin theMaintenance and Specifications
chapter for more information on ethanol.
Guarding against exhaust fumes
Carbon monoxide is present in exhaust fumes. Take precautions to avoid
its dangerous effects.
WARNING:If you smell exhaust fumes inside your vehicle, have
your dealer inspect your vehicle immediately. Do not drive if you
smell exhaust fumes.
Important ventilating information
If the engine is idling while the vehicle is stopped for a long period of
time, open the windows at least one inch (2.5 cm) or adjust the heating
or air conditioning to bring in fresh air.
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (IF EQUIPPED)
An engine block heater warms the engine coolant which aids in starting
and allows the heater/defroster system to respond quickly. If your vehicle
is equipped with this system, your equipment includes a heater element
which is installed in your engine block and a wire harness which allows
the user to connect the system to a grounded 120 volt a/c electrical
source. The block heater system is most effective when outdoor
temperatures reach below 0°F (-18°C).
For flexible fuel vehicles, if operating with E
85ethanol, an engine block
heater must be used if ambient temperature is below 0°F (-18°C).
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Vehicles driven year-round in non-extreme climates should use a 50/50
mixture of engine coolant and distilled water for optimum cooling system
and engine protection.
What you should know about fail-safe cooling (if equipped)
If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle to
be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred.
The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load
and terrain.
How fail-safe cooling works
If the engine begins to overheat:
•The engine coolant temperature
gauge will move to the red (hot)
area.
•The
indicator light will
illuminate.
•The
indicator light will flash when fail-safe cooling mode has
been activated.
If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine
will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled
cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs the vehicle will still operate. However:
•The engine power will be limited.
•The air conditioning system will be disabled.
Continued operation will increase the engine temperature and the engine
will completely shut down, causing steering and braking effort to
increase.
Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Take
your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible to minimize
engine damage.
When fail-safe mode is activated
You have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive the
vehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be able to maintain high-speed
operation and the engine will run rough. Remember that the engine is
capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine
damage, therefore:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine.
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safety belts ..............................230
washing ....................................226
waxing .....................................227
wheels ......................................227
wiper blades ............................229
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ......32–34
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .......................24, 28
AM/FM .......................................21
Compass, electronic ....................50
calibration .................................51
set zone adjustment .................50
Console
overhead ..............................48–49
Controls
power seat .................................71
Coolant
checking and adding ..............243
refill capacities ................247, 271
specifications ..........................271
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................54
Customer Assistance ................189
Ford Extended Service Plan...222
Getting assistance outside
the U.S. and Canada ..............223
Getting roadside assistance ...189
Getting the service you
need .........................................218
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................224
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................222
D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................36Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................264
engine oil .................................237
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................264
Driving under special
conditions
through water .........................188
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Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................210
Emergency Flashers .................190
Emission control system ..........259
Engine ........................................274
cleaning ...................................228
coolant .....................................243
diesel ...........................................7
fail-safe cooling .......................248
idle speed control ...................240
lubrication specifications .......271
refill capacities ........................271
service points ..........................235
starting after a collision .........191
Engine block heater .................165
Engine oil ..................................237
checking and adding ..............237
dipstick ....................................237
filter, specifications ........239, 270
recommendations ...................239
refill capacities ........................271
specifications ..........................271
Event data recording ....................6
Exhaust fumes ..........................165
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Fail safe cooling ........................248
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Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....249
Fluid capacities .........................271
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................174
Fuel ............................................249
calculating fuel economy .......256
cap ...........................................252
capacity ...................................271
choosing the right fuel ...........254
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................259
detergent in fuel .....................254
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................249, 252, 256
filter, specifications ........249, 270
fuel pump shut-off switch .....191
improving fuel economy ........256
octane rating ...................254, 274
quality ......................................255
running out of fuel .................256
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................249
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .................................249, 254
Fuses ..................................192–193
G
Garage door opener ....................49
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............252
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................256
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................190
Headlamps ...................................35aiming ........................................38
bulb specifications ....................41
daytime running lights .............36
flash to pass ..............................36
high beam .................................36
replacing bulbs .........................42
turning on and off ....................35
Heating
heater only system .............32, 34
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................33
Hood ..........................................234
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Ignition ...............................162, 274
Illuminated visor mirror .............48
Infant seats
(see Safety seats) .....................101
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................261
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................230
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................37
J
Jack ............................................200
positioning ...............................200
storage .....................................200
Jump-starting your vehicle ......210
K
Keyless entry system
autolock .....................................58
Keys .............................................68
positions of the ignition .........162
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