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Descend a hill in the same gear you
would use to climb up the hill to
avoid excessive brake application
and brake overheating. Do not
descend in neutral; instead,
disengage overdrive or manually
shift to a lower gear. When
descending a steep hill, avoid
sudden hard braking as you could
lose control. When you brake hard,
the front wheels can’t turn and if
they aren’t turning, you won’t be
able to steer. The front wheels have to be turning in order to steer the
vehicle. Rapid pumping of the brake pedal will help you slow the vehicle
and still maintain steering control.
If your vehicle has anti-lock brakes, apply the brakes steadily. Do not
“pump” the brakes.
Driving on snow and ice
Four–wheel drive vehicles have advantages over two–wheel drive
vehicles in snow and ice but can skid like any other vehicle.
Should you start to slide while driving on snowy or icy roads, turn the
steering wheel in the direction of the slide until you regain control.
Avoid sudden applications of power and quick changes of direction on
snow and ice. Apply the accelerator slowly and steadily when starting
from a full stop.
Avoid sudden braking as well. Although a four–wheel drive vehicle may
accelerate better than a two-wheel drive vehicle in snow and ice, it won’t
stop any faster, because as in other vehicles, braking occurs at all four
wheels. Do not become overconfident as to road conditions.
Make sure you allow sufficient distance between you and other vehicles
for stopping. Drive slower than usual and consider using one of the lower
gears. In emergency stopping situations, apply the brake forcefully and
steadily. Do not “pump” the brakes. Refer to the Brakes section of this
chapter for additional information on the operation of the anti-lock brake
system.
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Maintenance and Modifications
The suspension and steering systems on your vehicle have been designed
and tested to provide predictable performance whether loaded or empty
and durable load carrying capability. For this reason, Ford Motor
Company strongly recommends that you do not make modifications such
as adding or removing parts (such as lift kits or stabilizer bars) or by
using replacement parts not equivalent to the original factory equipment.
Any modifications to a vehicle that raise the center of gravity can make
it more likely the vehicle will roll over as a result of a loss of control.
Ford Motor Company recommends that caution be used with any vehicle
equipped with a high load or device (such as ladder racks or pickup box
cover).
Failure to maintain your vehicle properly may void the warranty, increase
your repair cost, reduce vehicle performance and operational capabilities
and adversely affect driver and passenger safety. Frequent inspection of
vehicle chassis components is recommended if the vehicle is subjected to
heavy off-road usage.
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 fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay
Location Fuse Amp
Rating Protected Circuits
1 30A Smart window #1
2 15A Driver side memory module
3 15A FES, Audio rear seat controls, SDARS,
SYNC
4 30A Smart window #2
5 10A Keypad illumination, 3rd row seat
enable, Brake Shift Interlock (BSI),
SPDJB
6 20A Turn signals
7 10A Low beam headlamps (left)
8 10A Low beam headlamps (right)
9 15A Interior lights
10 15A Backlighting, Puddle lamps
11 10A Not used (spare)
12 7.5A Power mirror switch, Driver seat memory
switch
13 5A Not used (Spare)
14 10A Power liftgate module – keep-alive power
15 10A Climate control
16 15A Not used (Spare)
17 20A All lock motor feeds, Liftgate release,
Liftglass release
18 20A Second row heated seats
19 25A Rear wiper
20 15A Adjustable pedals, Datalink
21 15A Fog lamps, Cornering lamps
22 15A Park lamps relay
23 15A High beam headlamps
24 20A Horn relay
25 10A Demand lamps, Glovebox, Visor
26 10A Instrument panel cluster
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Fuse/Relay
Location Fuse Amp
Rating Protected Circuits
12 40A** Run/Start relay
13 30A ** Starter relay
14 — Not used
15 — Not used
16 — Not used
17 — Not used
18 30A** Trailer brake
19 60A** Rear air suspension relay feed
20 20A** 4x4 module
21 30A** Trailer tow battery charge
22 30A** Passenger power seat
23 — A/C clutch relay
24 — Not used
25 — Not used
26 15A* Transmission Control Module (TCM)
power
27 20A* 4x4
28 25A* Trailer tow park lamp relay feed
29 20A* Back up lamps, Integrated wheel end
solenoid
30 10A* A/C clutch
31 — Not used
32 40A** Blower motor relay feed
33 — Not used
34 30A** Auxiliary blower motor
35 30A** Powertrain Control Module (PCM) relay
36 30A** Power liftgate
37 — Trailer tow left hand stop/turn relay
38 — Trailer tow right hand stop/turn relay
39 — Back up lamps relay
40 — Blower motor relay
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Fuse/Relay
Location Fuse Amp
Rating Protected Circuits
41 10A* TCM/PCM keep alive power
42 — Not used
43 15A* Brake on/off switch
44 20A* Fuel pump relay
45 25A* Trailer tow stop turn relay feed
46 — Not used
47 — Not used
48 30A** Rear air suspension module
49 — Not used
50 30A** Front wiper motor
51 40A** Heated backlite/mirror relay
52 10A* Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) R/S feed
53 10A* Rear air suspension module R/S feed
54 5A* TCM R/S power
55 5A* Fuel pump relay R/S feed
56 30A* SPJB R/S feed
57 10A* Blower motor R/S feed
58 15A* Trailer tow backup lamps
59 15A* Heated mirrors
60 — One-touch Start diode
61 — Fuel pump diode
62 — Not used
63 — Not used
64 30A** Moon roof
65 20A** Auxiliary power point
66 20A** Auxiliary power point
67 40A** Climate controlled seats
68 60A** ABS valves
69 60A** ABS pump
70 40A** Left-hand and right-hand third row
power fold seat
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Fuse/Relay
Location Fuse Amp
Rating Protected Circuits
71 20A** Auxiliary power point
72 20A** Auxiliary power point
73 — Not used
74 30A** Driver power seat/DSM
75 20A* PCM – voltage power 1
76 20A* PCM – voltage power 2
77 15A* Voltage power 4, Ignition coils
78 — Not used
79 20A* PCM – voltage power 3
80 — Not used
81 — Not used
82 — Not used
83 — Not used
84 — Not used
85 — Wiper motor relay
* Mini Fuses ** Cartridge Fuses
CHANGING THE TIRES
If you get a flat tire while driving, do not apply the brake heavily.
Instead, gradually decrease your speed. Hold the steering wheel firmly
and slowly move to a safe place on the side of the road.
Note: The tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) indicator light will
illuminate when the spare tire is in use. To restore the full functionality
of the monitoring system, all road wheels equipped with tire pressure
monitoring sensors must be mounted on the vehicle.
Have a flat serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent damage
to the TPMS sensors, refer to Tire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS) in the Tires, Wheels and Loading chapter. 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.
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Stopping and securing the vehicle
1. Park on a level surface, activate
the hazard flashers and set the
parking brake.
2. Place the gearshift in P (Park)
and turn the engine off.
Location of the spare tire and tools
The spare tire and tools for your vehicle are stowed in the following
locations:
Item Location
Spare tire Under the vehicle, just forward of
the rear bumper
Jack tools and jacking instructions Under the access panel located in
the floor compartment behind the
rear seat
Removing the jack and tools
1. Open the liftgate, then locate the
access panel on the floor behind the
3rd row seat. Unlatch and remove
the panel.
2. Remove the jack and tools
assembly tray from the
compartment by turning the
wing-nut counterclockwise to relieve
tension against the jack assembly
tray. Remove the bag from the jack
and tool assembly tray by loosening
the strap.
Note: Pay close attention to the orientation of the bag, because it will
have to be reinstalled after changing the tire.
3. Unsnap the wheel lug nut wrench, jack extension and handle from the
plastic tray. Remove the jack and instruction sheet from the tray
assembly.
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Removing the spare tire
1. Remove the jack handle and
winch extension from the tray and
assemble them.
2. Open the spare tire winch access
plug in the bottom of the
compartment for the jack and tools
tray.
3. Insert the winch extension tool
assembly through the access hole in
the floor and engage the winch.
4. To remove the spare tire, turn the
handle counterclockwise until the
tire is lowered to the ground and
the cable is slightly slack.
5. Slide the retainer through the center of the spare tire wheel.
Tire change procedure
WARNING: To help prevent the vehicle from moving when you
change a tire, be sure the parking brake is set, then block the
wheels (both front or both rear) on the opposite end of the vehicle
from the wheel being changed. If on a grade, block both opposite
wheels on the downward side of the hill.
WARNING: If the vehicle slips off the jack, you or someone else
could be seriously injured.
WARNING: On vehicles equipped with air suspension, turn off
the Air Suspension system prior to jacking, hoisting or towing
your vehicle.
WARNING: Turn off the running boards (if equipped) before
jacking or placing any object under the vehicle. Never place your
hand between the extended running board and the vehicle. A moving
running board may cause injury.
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