
To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the engine is
cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap. The
cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come out
forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly.
Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cooling system by
following these steps:
1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool.
2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolant
pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle).
Slowly turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure begins to release.
3. Step back while the pressure releases.
4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use the
cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap.
5. Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture, to
within the “COLD FILL RANGE” or the “FULL COLD” level on the
reservoir. If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system, fill the
radiator until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full.
6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed. Cap must be tightly
installed to prevent coolant loss.
After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration (refer
toChecking engine coolant). If the concentration is not 50/50
(protection to –34°F/–36°C), drain some coolant and adjust the
concentration. It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50/50
coolant concentration.
Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolant
reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. If
necessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant and
distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level.
If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant per
month, have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system.
Your cooling system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low
level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine
damage.
Recycled engine coolant
Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine
coolant in vehicles originally equipped with Motorcraft Premium Gold
Engine Coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet
available.
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Refueling
Fuel vapor burns violently and a fuel fire can cause severe
injuries. To help avoid injuries to you and others:
•Read and follow all the instructions on the pump island;
•Turn off your engine when you are refueling;
•Do not smoke if you are near fuel or refueling your vehicle;
•Keep sparks, flames and smoking materials away from fuel;
•Stay outside your vehicle and do not leave the fuel pump unattended
when refueling your vehicle — this is against the law in some places;
•Keep children away from the fuel pump; never let children pump
fuel.
Use the following guidelines to avoid electrostatic charge build-up when
filling an ungrounded fuel container:
•Place approved fuel container on the ground.
•DO NOT fill a fuel container while it is in the vehicle (including the
cargo area).
•Keep the fuel pump nozzle in contact with the fuel container while
filling.
•DO NOT use a device that would hold the fuel pump handle in the fill
position.
Fuel Filler Cap
Your fuel tank filler cap has an indexed design with a 1/4 turn on/off
feature.
When fueling your vehicle:
1. Turn the engine off.
2. Carefully turn the filler cap counterclockwise 1/4 turn to remove it.
3. Pull to remove the cap from the fuel filler pipe.
4. To install the cap, align the tabs on the cap with the notches on the
filler pipe.
5. Turn the filler cap clockwise 1/4 turn until it clicks at least once.
If the check fuel cap light
or a “check fuel cap” message comes on,
the fuel filler cap may not be properly installed. The light or message can
come on after several driving events after you’ve refueled your vehicle.
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MAINTENANCE PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS AND CAPACITIES
Item CapacityFord part name or
equivalentFord part number /
Ford specification
Brake fluidBetween MIN and
MAX on reservoirMotorcraft High
Performance DOT 3
Motor Vehicle Brake
FluidPM-1-C /
WSS-M6C62-A
Seat tracks — Multi-Purpose GreaseXG-4 or XL-5 /
ESB-M1C93-B
Hinges, latches, striker
plates, fuel filler door
hinge and door check
arm—Motorcraft Silicone
Brake Caliper Grease
and Dielectric
CompoundXG-3-A /
ESE-M1C171-A
Transmission
/steering/parking brake
linkages and pivots and
brake pedal shaft—Premium Long-Life
GreaseXG-1-C /
ESA-M1C75-B
Lock cylinders —Motorcraft Penetrating
and Lock LubricantXL-1 /
None
Engine oil 7.0 quarts (6.6L)Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Premium Synthetic
Blend
Motor Oil
Motorcraft SAE 5W-20
Super Premium Motor
Oil (Canada)
1
XO-5W20-QSP (US)
CXO-5W20–LSP12
(Canada) /
WSS-M2C930-A with API
Certification Mark
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Lifestyle
Ash cup / smoker’s package
Bedliners and bedmats
Cargo organization and management
Towing mirrors
Trailer hitches, wiring harnesses and accessories
Peace of mind
Mobile-ease™ hands-free communication system
Remote start
Vehicle security systems
Wheel locks
For maximum vehicle performance, keep the following information in
mind when adding accessories or equipment to your vehicle:
•When adding accessories, equipment, passengers and luggage to your
vehicle, do not exceed the total weight capacity of the vehicle or of
the front or rear axle (GVWR or GAWR as indicated on the Safety
Compliance Certification label). Consult your authorized dealer for
specific weight information.
•The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) and Canadian Radio
Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) regulate the use of mobile
communications systems — such as two-way radios, telephones and
theft alarms - that are equipped with radio transmitters. Any such
equipment installed in your vehicle should comply with FCC or CRTC
regulations and should be installed only by a qualified service
technician.
•Mobile communications systems may harm the operation of your
vehicle, particularly if they are not properly designed for automotive
use.
•To avoid interference with other vehicle functions, such as anti-lock
braking systems, amateur radio users who install radios and antennas
onto their vehicle should not locate the Amateur Radio Antennas in
the area of the driver’s side hood.
•Electrical or electronic accessories or components that are added to
the vehicle by the authorized dealer or the owner may adversely affect
battery performance and durability.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................89
Air cleaner filter ...............308–310
Air conditioning ..........................68
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................................155–156
and child safety seats ............158
description ..............................156
disposal ....................................160
driver airbag ....................156, 158
indicator light .........................159
operation .........................156, 158
passenger airbag .............156, 158
Ambulance packages ....................8
Antifreeze
(see Engine coolant) ................287
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ..............................215
Anti-theft system ......................131
arming the system ..................132
Audio system (see Radio) ...19, 23
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................221
fluid, adding ............................305
fluid, checking ........................305
fluid, refill capacities ..............311
fluid, specification ..................311
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....31
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........311
refill capacities ........................311
traction lok ..............................218
B
Battery .......................................285acid, treating emergencies .....285
jumping a disabled battery ....255
maintenance-free ....................285
replacement, specifications ...310
servicing ..................................285
Belt-Minder.............................150
deactivating/activating the
Belt-Minder...........................153
Booster seats .............................164
Brakes ........................................215
anti-lock ...................................215
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................215
fluid, checking and adding ....305
fluid, refill capacities ..............311
fluid, specifications .................311
lubricant specifications ..........311
parking ....................................216
shift interlock ..........................219
Bulbs ............................................77
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....311
Cargo cage .................................112
Cargo management system ......114
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .........................247
Child safety restraints ..............164
child safety belts ....................164
Child safety seats ......................167
attaching with tether straps ..171
in front seat ............................169
in rear seat ..............................169
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................164
Cleaning your vehicle
engine compartment ..............273
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instrument panel ....................275
interior .....................................276
plastic parts ............................273
safety belts ..............................276
washing ....................................271
waxing .....................................272
wheels ......................................272
wiper blades ............................274
Climate control (see Air
conditioning or Heating) ............68
Clock adjust
6-CD in dash .............................25
Compass, electronic
set zone adjustment ...............103
Console ........................................83
overhead ....................................84
Controls
power seat ...............................136
steering column ........................96
Coolant
checking and adding ..............287
refill capacities ................291, 311
specifications ..........................311
Cruise control
(see Speed control) ....................93
Customer Assistance ................237
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................267
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................268
Getting roadside assistance ...237
Getting the service you
need .........................................263
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................269
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................267D
Daytime running lamps
(see Lamps) ................................73
Dipstick
automatic transmission
fluid ..........................................305
engine oil .................................282
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................308
Driving under special
conditions ..................223, 231, 234
sand .........................................233
snow and ice ...........................235
through water .................233, 236
DVD system .................................38
E
Electronic message center .......102
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................255
Emergency Flashers .................239
Emission control system ..........301
Engine ................................314–315
cleaning ...................................273
coolant .....................................287
fail-safe cooling .......................292
idle speed control ...................285
lubrication specifications .......311
refill capacities ........................311
service points ..................280–281
starting after a collision .........239
Engine block heater .................213
Engine oil ..................................282
change oil soon warning,
message center .......................282
checking and adding ..............282
dipstick ....................................282
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Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................275
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................74
J
Jack ............................................247
positioning ...............................247
storage .............................247, 250
Jump-starting your vehicle ......255
K
Keyless entry system ...............129
autolock ...................................120
keypad .....................................129
locking and unlocking doors ..131
programming entry code .......129
Keys ...................................120, 132
positions of the ignition .........210
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................72
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................77
daytime running light ...............73
fog lamps ...................................72
headlamps .................................72
headlamps, flash to pass ..........73
instrument panel, dimming .....74
interior lamps ...........................76
replacing bulbs ...................78, 81
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........215
Load limits .................................198
Loading instructions .................204Locks
autolock ...................................120
childproof ................................122
doors ........................................120
Lubricant specifications ...........311
Lug nuts ....................................254
Lumbar support, seats .............136
M
Message center .........................102
english/metric button .............106
system check button ..............106
warning messages ...................107
Mirrors ...................................90–91
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................90
fold away ...................................91
heated ........................................92
programmable memory ..125, 137
side view mirrors (power) .......91
signal .........................................92
Moon roof ....................................97
Motorcraft parts ........277, 293, 310
N
Navigation system .......................67
O
Octane rating ............................297
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................282
P
Parking brake ............................216
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....310
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Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................142
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................241
Power door locks ......................120
Power mirrors .............................91
Power point .................................86
Power steering ..........................217
fluid, checking and adding ....304
fluid, refill capacity ................311
fluid, specifications .................311
Power Windows ...........................88
Preparing to drive your
vehicle ........................................218
R
Radio ......................................19, 23
Rear seat entertainment
system ..........................................38
Rear video camera ....................226
Relays ........................................240
Remote entry system ...............123
illuminated entry ....................128
locking/unlocking
doors ................................123–124
panic alarm .............................125
replacement/additional
transmitters .............................127
replacing the batteries ...........126
Reverse sensing system ...........224
Roadside assistance ..................237
S
Safety Belt Maintenance ..........155Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ..........140, 144–147, 149
Safety defects, reporting ..269–270
Safety restraints ........140, 144–149
Belt-Minder...........................150
Belt-Minder,
deactivating/activating ...........153
extension assembly ................154
for adults .........................145–147
for children .....................163–164
Occupant Classification
Sensor ......................................142
safety belt maintenance .........155
warning light and
chime ...............................149–150
Safety seats for children ..........167
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................315
Satellite Radio Information ........36
Seats ..........................................134
child safety seats ....................167
heated ................................68, 138
memory seat ...................125, 137
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ................................131–132
Servicing your vehicle ..............278
Setting the clock
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................25
Snowplowing .........................8, 236
Spare tire
(see Changing the Tire) ...........250
Spark plugs,
specifications .............310, 314–315
Special notice
ambulance conversions ..............8
utility-type vehicles ....................8
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