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D (Drive) without Overdrive
Overdrive can be deactivated by
pressing the transmission control
switch on the side of the shift lever.
•This position allows for all
forward gears (1-4) except
overdrive.
•Provides engine braking.
•Use when driving conditions
cause excessive shifting from O/D
to other gears. Examples: heavy
city traffic where continuous
shifting in and out of overdrive
occurs, hilly terrain, heavy loads,
trailer towing and when engine
braking is required.
•O/D OFF lamp is illuminated.
•To return to O/D (overdrive
mode), press the transmission
control switch. The O/D OFF
lamp will not be illuminated.
•O/D (Overdrive) is automatically returned each time the key is turned
off.
3 (Third)
Transmission operates in third gear only.
Used for improved traction on slippery roads. Selecting 3 (Third)
provides engine braking.
2 (Second)
Transmission operates in 2nd gear only.
Use 2 (Second) to start-up on slippery roads or to provide additional
engine braking on downgrades.
O/D
OFF
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ROADSIDE ASSISTANCE
Getting roadside assistance
To fully assist you should you have a vehicle concern, Ford Motor
Company offers a complimentary roadside assistance program. This
program is separate from the New Vehicle Limited Warranty. The service
is available:
•24–hours, seven days a week
•for the coverage period listed on the Roadside Assistance Card
included in your Owner Guide portfolio.
Roadside assistance will cover:
•a flat tire change with a good spare (except vehicles that have been
supplied with a tire inflation kit)
•battery jump start
•lock-out assistance (key replacement cost is the customer’s
responsibility)
•fuel delivery – Independent Service Contractors, if not prohibited by
state, local or municipal law shall deliver up to 2.0 gallons (7.5L) of
gasoline or 5 gallons (18.9L) of diesel fuel to a disabled vehicle. Fuel
delivery service is limited to two no-charge occurrences within a
12-month period.
•winch out – available within 100 feet (30.5 meters) of a paved or
county maintained road, no recoveries.
•towing – Ford/Mercury/Lincoln eligible vehicle towed to an authorized
dealer within 35 miles (56.3 km) of the disablement location or to the
nearest authorized dealer. If a member requests to be towed to an
authorized dealer more than 35 miles (56.3 km) from the disablement
location, the member shall be responsible for any mileage costs in
excess of 35 miles (56.3 km).
Trailers shall be covered up to $200 if the disabled eligible vehicle
requires service at the nearest authorized dealer. If the trailer is disabled,
but the towing vehicle is operational, the trailer does not qualify for any
roadside services.
Canadian customers refer to your Customer Information Guide
for information on:
•coverage period
•exact fuel amounts
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•towing of your disabled vehicle
•emergency travel expense reimbursement
•travel planning benefits
In Canada, for uninterrupted Roadside Assistance coverage, you may
purchase extended coverage prior to your Basic Warranty’s Roadside
Assistance expiring. For more information and enrollment, contact
1–877–294–2582 or visit our website at www.ford.ca.
Using roadside assistance
Complete the roadside assistance identification card and place it in your
wallet for quick reference. In the United States, this card is found in the
Owner Guide portfolio in the glove compartment. In Canada, the card is
found in theCustomer Information Guidein the glove compartment.
U.S. Ford, Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers who require Roadside
Assistance, call 1-800-241-3673.
Canadian customers who require roadside assistance, call
1-800-665-2006.
If you need to arrange roadside assistance for yourself, Ford Motor
Company will reimburse a reasonable amount for towing to the nearest
dealership within 35 miles. To obtain reimbursement information, U.S.
Ford, Mercury and Lincoln vehicle customers call 1-800-241-3673.
Customers will be asked to submit their original receipts.
Canadian customers who need to obtain reimbursement information, call
1–800–665–2006.
HAZARD FLASHER CONTROL
The hazard flasher is located on the
steering column, just behind the
steering wheel. The hazard flashers
will operate when the ignition is in
any position or if the key is not in
the ignition.
Push in the flasher control and all
front and rear direction signals will
flash. Press the flasher control again
to turn them off. Use it when your
vehicle is disabled and is creating a
safety hazard for other motorists.
Note:With extended use, the flasher may run down your battery.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
6 20A Door unlock/lock
7 15A Trailer tow stop/turn lamps
8 15A Ignition switch power, PATS, Cluster
9 2A 6-speed transmission/PCM (Ignition
RUN/START), Fuel pump relay
10 5A Front wiper RUN/ACC (relay in PDB)
11 5A Radio start
12 5A Radio, Trailer tow battery charge
(relay in PDB)
13 15A Heated mirror
14 20A Horn
15 10A Reverse lamps
16 10A Trailer tow reverse lamps
17 10A RCM (restraints), Passenger
occupancy
18 10A IVD switch, IVD, 4x4 module, 4x4
switch, Heated seat switches,
Compass, Electrochromatic mirror,
Reverse park aid
19 — Not used
20 10A Manual climate control, DEATC, Brake
shift
21 — Not used
22 15A Brake switch, Stop lamps, Turn lamps
23 15A Interior lamps, Puddle lamps, Cargo
lamp, Battery saver, Instrument
illumination
24 10A Instrument cluster, Theft LED
25 15A Trailer tow park lamps
26 15A License plate lamps, Rear park lamps,
Front park lamps, Manual climate
control
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The high-current fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
1 50A** BATT 2 (SJB)
2 50A** BATT 3 (SJB)
3 50A** BATT 1 (SJB)
4 30A** Fuel pump, Fuel injectors
5 — Not used
6 40A** ABS pump
7 40A** Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
8 — Not used
9 — Not used
10 20A** Power down back window
11 30A** Starter
12 — Not used
13 30A** Trailer tow battery charge
14 40A ** Power drivers seat
15 40A** Heated mirror
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
16 40A** Blower motor
17 30A** Trailer tow electronic brakes
18 — Not used
19 — Not used
20 30A** Front wiper motor
21 20A* Rear of console power point
22 20A* Subwoofer
23 20A* 4x4 module
24 10A* Powertrain Control Module (PCM)
Keep Alive Power, Canister vent
25 20A* Front of console power point/Cigar
lighter
26 20A* 4x4 module, AWD module
27 20A* 6–speed transmission control module
(TCM) (4.6L engine only)
28 20A* Heated seats
29 15A* Right high/low beam headlamp
30 20A* Cargo bed power point
31 15A* Fog lamps
32 5A* Power mirrors
33 30A* ABS valves
34 15A* Left high/low beam headlamp
35 10A* AC clutch
36 20A* Console bin power point
37 30A* Driver window motor
38 15A* 5–speed transmission (4.0L engine
only)
39 15A* PCM power
40 15A* Fan clutch, PCV valve, AC clutch
relay
41 15A* SDARS, DVD, SYNC
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
42 15A* Speed control deactivation switch,
EVMV, MAFS, HEGO, EVR, CMS,
(VCT1, VCT2, CMCV on 4.6L only)
43 15A* Coil on plug (4.6L engine), Coil tower
(4.0L engine)
44 15A* Fuel injectors
45B — Not used
45A — Not used
46B — Not used
46A — Not used
49 — Fuel pump relay
50B — A/C clutch relay
50A — Fog lamps relay
51 — Not used
52 — Not used
53 — One Touch Integrated Start (OTIS)
(diode)
54 — Trailer tow battery charge relay
55B — Front wiper relay
55A — PCM relay
56B — Starter relay
56A — Climate control blower relay
* Mini Fuses ** Cartridge Fuses
CHANGING THE TIRES
If you get a flat tire while driving:
•do not brake heavily.
•gradually decrease the vehicle’s speed.
•hold the steering wheel firmly.
•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 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.
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Have a flat serviced by an authorized dealer in order to prevent damage
to the TPMS sensor, refer toChanging tires with TPMSin theTires,
Wheels and Loadingchapter. Replace the spare tire with a road tire as
soon as possible.
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 theTires, 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”
When driving with one of the dissimilar spare tires listed above,do not:
•Exceed 50 mph (80 km/h)
•Load the vehicle beyond maximum vehicle load rating listed on the
Safety Compliance Label
•Tow a trailer
•Use snow chains on the end of the vehicle with the dissimilar spare
tire
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