These are some of the symbols you may see on your vehicle.
Vehicle Symbol Glossary
Safety Alert
See Owner’s Guide
Fasten Safety BeltAirbag - Front
Airbag - SideChild Seat Lower
Anchor
Child Seat Tether
AnchorBrake System
Anti-Lock Brake SystemParking Brake System
Brake Fluid -
Non-Petroleum BasedParking Aid System
Stability Control SystemSpeed Control
Master Lighting SwitchHazard Warning Flasher
Fog Lamps-FrontFuse Compartment
Fuel Pump ResetWindshield Wash/Wipe
Windshield
Defrost/DemistRear Window
Defrost/Demist
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WARNING:Never remove the coolant reservoir cap while the
engine is running or hot.
Fog lamps:Illuminates when the
fog lamps are turned on. Refer to
Fog lamp controlin theLights
chapter.
Low fuel:Illuminates when the fuel
level in the fuel tank is at or near
empty. Refer toFuel gaugein this
chapter.
Door ajar:Illuminates when the
ignition is in the on position and any
door is open.
Overdrive off (if equipped):
Illuminates when the overdrive
function of the transmission has
been turned off; refer to the
Drivingchapter. If the light flashes steadily or does not illuminate,
contact your authorized dealer as soon as possible.
Four wheel drive low (if
equipped):Illuminates when
four-wheel drive low is engaged.
Four wheel drive high (if
equipped):Illuminates when
four-wheel drive high is engaged. It
may also illuminate when the 4WD LOW is engaged. Refer to the
Drivingchapter for more information.
Anti-theft system:Flashes when
the SecuriLock™ Passive Anti-theft
System has been activated.
O/D
OFF
4x4
LOW
4x4
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HEADLAMP CONTROL
Turns the lamps off.
Turns on the parking lamps,
instrument panel lamps, license
plate lamps and tail lamps.
Turns the low beam headlamps
on.
Fog lamp control (if equipped)
The fog lamps can be turned on
when the headlamp control is in
the
orposition and the
high beams are not turned on.
Pull headlamp control towards you
to turn fog lamps on. The fog lamp
indicator light
on the headlamp
control and in the instrument
cluster will illuminate.
High beams
Push the lever toward the
instrument panel to activate. Pull
the lever towards you to deactivate.
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•Large water droplets, drip marks or streaks present on the interior of
the lens
Take your vehicle to dealer for service if any of the above conditions of
unacceptable moisture are present.
Using the right bulbs
Replacement bulbs are specified in the chart below. Headlamp bulbs
must be marked with an authorized “D.O.T.” for North America and an
“E” for Europe to ensure lamp performance, light brightness and pattern
and safe visibility. The correct bulbs will not damage the lamp assembly
or void the lamp assembly warranty and will provide quality bulb burn
time.
Function Number of bulbs Trade number
Park/turn (front) 2 3157 A (amber)
Sidemarker lamps 2 194 NA
Headlamps 2 9007
Fog lamps (if
equipped)2
9145
Hi-mount brake lamp 1 922
Rear stop/turn/tail
lamps2
4157K or 3157K
Rear license plate
lamps2
194
Backup lamps 2 3155
Dome lamp 1 912
Map/dome-SuperCab
(if equipped)2
904
Map/dome-Regular
Cab (if equipped)1
904
All replacement bulbs are clear in color except where noted.
To replace all instrument panel lights - see your authorized dealer.
Replacing interior bulbs
Check the operation of all bulbs frequently.
Replacing exterior bulbs
Check the operation of all the bulbs frequently.
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Replacing fog lamp bulbs (if equipped)
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the off position and remove the
bulb socket from the fog lamp by
turning counterclockwise.
2. Disconnect the electrical
connector.
Install the new bulb in reverse
order.
Replacing high-mount brakelamp bulb
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the off position and remove the
two screws and lamp assembly from
vehicle.
2. Remove the bulb socket from
lamp assembly by rotating it counterclockwise.
3. Carefully pull bulb straight out of socket.
Install the new bulb in reverse order.
Replacing license plate lamp bulbs
1. Make sure the headlamp switch is
in the off position and reach behind
the rear bumper to locate the bulb
socket.
2. Twist the socket counterclockwise
and remove.
3. Carefully pull the bulb straight
out of the socket.
Install the new bulb(s) in reverse
order.
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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
44 15A* Ignition coil, Capacitor
45A — Not used
45B — Not used
46A — A/C clutch solenoid
46B — Not used
47 — PCM relay
48A — Fuel pump relay, Fuel injectors relay
48B — Fog lamp relay
51 — Not used
52 — Not used
53 — Not used
54 — Not used
55 — Blower relay
56 — Starter relay
* Mini Fuses ** Maxi 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.
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.
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wiper blades ............................219
Clock adjust
AM/FM .......................................20
AM/FM stereo CD .....................21
Premium AM/FM stereo
CD6/MP3 ...................................27
Clutch
fluid ..........................................254
operation while driving ..........167
recommended shift speeds ....168
Console ........................................55
Coolant
checking and adding ..............236
refill capacities ................240, 260
specifications ..........................260
Cruise control (see Speed
control) ........................................58
Customer Assistance ................179
Ford Extended Service
Plan ..........................................212
Getting assistance outside the
U.S. and Canada .....................213
Getting roadside assistance ...179
Getting the service you need..208
Ordering additional owner’s
literature .................................214
Utilizing the
Mediation/Arbitration
Program ...................................212
D
Daytime running lamps (see
Lamps) .........................................45
Dipstick
engine oil .................................229
Driveline universal joint and
slip yoke ....................................258Driving under special
conditions ..................170, 173, 176
sand .........................................174
snow and ice ...........................177
through water .................175, 178
E
Emergencies, roadside
jump-starting ..........................200
Emergency Flashers .................180
Emission control system ..........250
Engine ........................................264
cleaning ...................................218
coolant .....................................236
idle speed control ...................234
lubrication specifications .......260
refill capacities ........................260
service points ..................226–227
starting after a collision .........181
Engine block heater .................157
Engine oil ..................................229
checking and adding ..............229
dipstick ....................................229
filter, specifications ........232, 259
recommendations ...................232
refill capacities ........................260
specifications ..........................260
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................157
F
Fluid capacities .........................260
Fog lamps ....................................44
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles .......170
driving off road .......................172
electronic shift ........................171
indicator light .........................170
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preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................162
Fuel ............................................242
calculating fuel economy .......247
cap ...........................................244
capacity ...................................260
choosing the right fuel ...........245
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................250
detergent in fuel .....................245
filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................242, 244, 247
filter, specifications ........241, 259
fuel pump shut-off switch .....181
improving fuel economy ........247
octane rating ...................246, 264
quality ......................................246
running out of fuel .................246
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................242
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......181
Fuses ..................................181–182
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............244
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................247
Gauges .........................................16
H
Hazard flashers .........................180
Head restraints ...........................70
Headlamps ...................................44
aiming ........................................46
bulb specifications ....................49
daytime running lights .............45
flash to pass ..............................45
high beam .................................44replacing bulbs .........................50
turning on and off ....................44
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................41–42
Hood ..........................................225
I
Ignition ...............................154, 264
Infant seats (see Safety
seats) .........................................102
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................252
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................220
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................45
J
Jack ............................................191
positioning .......................191, 196
storage .....................191, 194–195
Jump-starting your vehicle ......200
K
Keys .......................................63, 68
positions of the ignition .........154
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................49
daytime running light ...............45
fog lamps ...................................44
headlamps .................................44
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