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STARTING
Positions of the ignition
1. Off— locks the gearshift lever
and steering column and allows key
removal.
2. Accessory— allows the electrical
accessories such as the radio to
operate while the engine is not
running.
3. On— all electrical circuits
operational and warning lights will
illuminate. This is the position the
key is in when you’re driving.
4. Start— cranks the engine. Release the key as soon as the engine
starts.
Preparing to start your vehicle
Engine starting is controlled by the powertrain control system.
This system meets all Canadian interference-causing equipment standard
requirements regulating the impulse electrical field strength of radio
noise.
When starting a fuel-injected engine, avoid pressing the accelerator
before or during starting. Only use the accelerator when you have
difficulty starting the engine. For more information on starting the
vehicle, refer toStarting the enginein this chapter.
WARNING:Extended idling at high engine speeds can produce
very high temperatures in the engine and exhaust system,
creating the risk of fire or other damage.
WARNING:Do not park, idle, or drive your vehicle in dry grass
or other dry ground cover. The emission system heats up the
engine compartment and exhaust system, which can start a fire.
WARNING:Do not start your vehicle in a closed garage or in
other enclosed areas. Exhaust fumes can be toxic. Always open
the garage door before you start the engine. SeeGuarding against
exhaust fumesin this chapter for more instructions.
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•Make sure the gearshift lever is in
P (Park).
3. Turn the key to 3 (on) without
turning the key to 4 (start).
Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. SeeWarning lights and
chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter for more information
regarding the warning lights.
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could cause damage to the fuel system. Repairs to correct the effects of
using an aftermarket product in your fuel may not be covered by your
warranty.
Many of the world’s automakers approved the World-Wide Fuel Charter
that recommends gasoline specifications to provide improved
performance and emission control system protection for your vehicle.
Gasolines that meet the World-Wide Fuel Charter should be used when
available. Ask your fuel supplier about gasolines that meet the
World-Wide Fuel Charter.
Cleaner air
Ford endorses the use of reformulated “cleaner-burning” gasolines to
improve air quality, per the recommendations in theChoosing the right
fuelsection.
Running out of fuel
Avoid running out of fuel because this situation may have an adverse
effect on powertrain components.
If you have run out of fuel:
•You may need to cycle the ignition from off to on several times after
refueling to allow the fuel system to pump the fuel from the tank to
the engine. On restarting, cranking time will take a few seconds longer
than normal.
•Normally, adding 1 gallon (3.8L) of fuel is enough to restart the
engine. If the vehicle is out of fuel and on a steep grade, more than
1 gallon (3.8L) may be required.
•The service engine soon
indicator may come on. For more
information on the service engine soon indicator, refer toWarning
lights and chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter.
Refilling with a portable fuel container
With the Easy Fuel™ “no cap” fuel system, use the following directions
when filling from a portable fuel container:
WARNING:Do not insert the nozzle of portable fuel containers
or aftermarket funnels into the Easy Fuel™ system. This could
damage the fuel system and its seal, and may cause fuel to run onto
the ground instead of filling the tank, which could result in serious
personal injury.
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J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......242
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...............................86, 88
keypad .......................................96
locking and unlocking doors ....97
programming entry code .........96
Keys .......................................84, 98
positions of the ignition .........193
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................50
fog lamps ...................................44
headlamps .................................43
headlamps, flash to pass ..........45
instrument panel, dimming .....45
interior lamps ...............47–48, 50
replacing bulbs .........................51
LATCH anchors .........................148
Liftgate ..................................79, 92
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........199
Load limits .................................180
Loading instructions .................186
Locks
autolock ...............................86, 88
childproof ..................................90
doors ..........................................86
Lubricant specifications ...........300
Lug nuts ....................................241
Luggage rack ...............................81
Lumbar support, seats .....104–105M
Message center ...........................71
english/metric button ...............74
system check button ................73
warning messages .....................76
Mirrors .........................................63
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................63
fold away ...................................64
heated ........................................64
side view mirrors (power) .......63
Moon roof ....................................69
Motorcraft parts ................263, 299
N
Navigation system .......................35
O
Octane rating ............................286
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................271
Overdrive ...................................209
P
Parking brake ............................200
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....299
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................113
Power distribution box
(see Fuses) ...............................227
Power door locks ........................86
Power mirrors .............................63
Power point .................................60
Power steering ..........................207
fluid, refill capacity ................300
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T
Tilt steering wheel ......................56
Tire Pressure Monitoring
System (TPMS)
Tires, Wheels and Loading ....175
Tires ...................................159–160
alignment ................................167
care ..........................................163
changing ..........................233, 236
checking the pressure ............163
inflating ...................................161
label .........................................174
replacing ..................................165
rotating ....................................168
safety practices .......................167
sidewall information ...............169
snow tires and chains ............179
spare tire .........................231, 233
terminology .............................160
tire grades ...............................160
treadwear ........................159, 164
Towing .......................................187
recreational towing .................191
trailer towing ..........................187
wrecker ....................................248
Transmission .............................208
brake-shift interlock (BSI) ....208
fluid, checking and adding
(automatic) .............................295
fluid, refill capacities ..............300lubricant specifications ..........300
Trunk ...........................................81
Turn signal ..................................47
U
USB port ......................................28
V
Vehicle Identification Number
(VIN) ..........................................303
Vehicle loading ..........................180
Ventilating your vehicle ...........196
W
Warning lights (see Lights) .......12
Washer fluid ..............................269
Water, Driving through .............220
Windows
power .........................................61
rear wiper/washer .....................56
Windshield washer fluid and
wipers ..........................................55
checking and adding fluid .....269
liftgate reservoir .....................270
replacing wiper blades ...270–271
Wrecker towing .........................248
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