2009 FORD EXPEDITION air conditioning

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)
If your vehicle is factory-equipped
with an engine block heater, a
rubber cap/plug assembly will be
visibly attached to the grille on the
front of the vehicle. This assembly is
shipped in-vehicle for authorized
dealer installation. If not
factory-equipped, the engine block
heater can be purchased through
authorized dealer accessories.
Replacement rubber caps are
available through an authorized dealer, 3L1Z-6E088-AA.
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).
SeeCold weather startingin theDrivingchapter for more information
on starting with ethanol.
WARNING:Failure to follow engine block heater instructions
could result in property damage or physical injury.
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How fail-safe cooling works
If the engine begins to overheat:
•The engine coolant temperature gauge will move to the red (hot)
area.
•The engine coolant temperature
symbol will illuminate.
•The
indicator light will illuminate.
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:
•The engine will completely shut down.
•Steering and braking effort will 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.
2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer.
3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool.
4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low.
WARNING:Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine is running or hot.
5. Restart the engine and take your vehicle to an authorized dealer.
Driving the vehicle without repairing the engine problem
increases the chance of engine damage. Take your vehicle to an
authorized dealer as soon as possible.
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checking and adding ..............372
dipstick ....................................372
filter, specifications ........374, 400
recommendations ...................374
refill capacities ........................401
specifications ..........................401
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................287
F
Fail safe cooling ........................381
Family entertainment system ....51
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....383
Floor mats .................................155
Fluid capacities .........................401
Fog lamps ....................................96
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......311
control trac .............................311
description ..............................312
driving off road .......................313
indicator light .........................311
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................299
Fuel ............................................383
calculating fuel
economy ..................132, 143, 390
cap ...........................................386
capacity ...................................401
choosing the right fuel ...........387
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................393
detergent in fuel .....................389
filler funnel .............................389
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................383, 386, 390
filter, specifications ........383, 400
fuel pump shut-off switch .....323
improving fuel economy ........390octane rating ...........387–388, 405
quality ......................................388
running out of fuel .........341, 389
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................383
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .........................383, 387–388
Fuses ..................................324–325
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............386
Gas mileage
(see Fuel economy) .................390
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................322
Headlamps ...................................95
aiming ........................................97
autolamp system .......................95
bulb specifications ..................101
daytime running lights .............96
flash to pass ..............................96
high beam .................................96
replacing bulbs .......................102
turning on and off ....................95
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................84–85
Homelink wireless control
system ........................................127
Hood ..........................................368
How to get going ........................20
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Ignition ...............................284, 405
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