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and tread design. If this is the case, this dissimilar spare tire is still rated
for your vehicle loads (GAWR and GVWR). This temporary spare tire is
not equipped with a Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) sensor.
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.
WARNING:The use of tire sealants may damage your Tire
Pressure Monitoring System and should not be used.
WARNING: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
WARNING: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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Lamps
autolamp system .......................41
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................46
daytime running light ...............42
headlamps .................................41
headlamps, flash to pass ..........42
instrument panel, dimming .....43
interior lamps .....................45–47
replacing bulbs .........................47
LATCH anchors .........................129
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........175
Limited slip axle
(see Traction Loc) ....................179
Load limits .................................158
Locks
autolock .....................................73
childproof ..................................75
doors ..........................................73
Lubricant specifications ...........258
Lug nuts ....................................201
Lumbar support, seats ...............92
M
Message center .....................63–64
english/metric button ...............68
system check button ................67
warning messages .....................69
Mirrors ...................................57–58
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................57
fold away ...................................58
heated ........................................58
side view mirrors (power) .......58
Motorcraft parts ........223, 239, 256O
Octane rating ............................244
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................228
P
Parking brake ............................176
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....256
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor ...................95
Pedals (see Power adjustable
foot pedals) .................................59
Power adjustable foot pedals .....59
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................191
Power door locks ........................73
Power mirrors .............................58
Power point .................................55
Power steering ..........................178
fluid, checking and adding ....252
fluid, refill capacity ................258
Power Windows ...........................56
R
Radio ..........................20, 22, 25, 30
Rear window defroster ...............40
Recommendations for
attaching safety restraints for
children ......................................122
Relays ................................187, 195
Remote entry system .................77
illuminated entry ......................80
locking/unlocking doors ...........78
opening the trunk .....................78
panic alarm ...............................78
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replacement/additional
transmitters ...............................79
replacing the batteries .............78
Roadside assistance ..................184
S
Safety belts (see Safety
restraints) ......................93, 97–102
Safety Canopy ...........................117
Safety defects, reporting ..........216
Safety restraints ............93, 97–102
Belt-Minder
...........................103
extension assembly ................101
for adults ...........................98–101
for children .............................120
lap belt ......................................99
Occupant Classification
Sensor ........................................95
warning light and chime ........102
Safety restraints - LATCH
anchors ......................................129
Safety seats for children ..........124
Safety Compliance
Certification Label ....................262
Seats ............................................88
child safety seats ....................124
front seats .................................88
SecuriLock passive anti-theft
system ....................................83, 86
Servicing your vehicle ..............224
Setting the clock
AM/FM single CD .....................24
AM/FM stereo ...........................21
AM/FM/In-dash 6 CD ................33
AM/FM/Tape/CD .......................28
Spark plugs,
specifications .....................256, 261Specification chart,
lubricants ...................................258
Speed control ..............................59
Starting a flex fuel vehicle .......170
Starting your vehicle ........168–170
jump starting ..........................202
Steering wheel
controls ......................................62
tilting .........................................54
T
Tilt steering wheel ......................54
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....153
Tires ...................................138–139
alignment ................................146
care ..........................................142
changing ..................................199
checking the pressure ............142
inflating ...................................140
label .........................................152
replacing ..................................144
rotating ....................................146
safety practices .......................145
sidewall information ...............147
snow tires and chains ............158
spare tire .........................196, 198
terminology .............................139
tire grades ...............................139
treadwear ........................138, 143
Towing .......................................164
recreational towing .................167
trailer towing ..........................164
wrecker ....................................208
Traction control ........................177
Traction-lok rear axle ...............179
Transmission .............................179
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