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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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Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
14 30A** Memory seats (DSM)
40A** Non-memory seats
15 40A** Rear defrost, Heated mirrors
16 40A** Front blower motor
17 30A** Trailer electronic brakes
18 30A** Auxiliary blower motor
19 30A** Running boards
20 30A** Front wiper motor
21 20A* Rear power point
22 20A* Subwoofer
23 — Not used
24 10A* Powertrain Control Module
(PCM) Keep Alive Power,
Canister vent
25 20A* Front power point/Cigar lighter
26 20A* AWD module (4.6L engine only)
27 20A* 6R Transmission module (4.6L
engine only)
28 20A* Heated seats
29 15A* Headlamps (right)
30 25A* Rear wiper
31 15A* Fog lamps
32 5A* Power mirrors
33 30A* ABS valve
34 15A* Headlamps (left)
35 10A* AC clutch
36 20A* Console bin power point
37 30A* Driver window motor
38 15A* 5R Transmission (4.0L engine
only)
39 15A* PCM power
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BRAKE FLUID
The fluid level will drop slowly as
the brakes wear, and will rise when
the brake components are replaced.
Fluid levels between the “MIN” and
“MAX” lines are within the normal
operating range; there is no need to
add fluid. If the fluid levels are
outside of the normal operating
range the performance of the
system could be compromised; seek
service from your authorized dealer
immediately.
TRANSMISSION FLUID
Checking automatic transmission fluid
The automatic transmission does not have an underhood transmission
fluid dipstick.
Refer to yourscheduled maintenance informationfor scheduled
intervals for fluid checks and changes. Your transmission does not
consume fluid. However, the fluid level should be checked if the
transmission is not working properly, (i.e., if the transmission slips or
shifts slowly) or if you notice some sign of fluid leakage.
Transmission fluid should be checked and, if required, fluid
should be added by an authorized dealer.
Do not use supplemental transmission fluid additives, treatments or
cleaning agents. The use of these materials may affect transmission
operation and result in damage to internal transmission components.
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A
Accessory delay ........................104
AdvanceTrac ..............................269
Air cleaner filter ...............370–371
Air conditioning ..........................80
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ........................190, 199, 201
and child safety seats ............192
description ..............190, 199, 201
disposal ....................................205
driver airbag ............192, 200, 202
indicator light .................199, 204
operation .................192, 200, 202
passenger airbag .....192, 200, 202
side airbag ...............................199
All Wheel Drive (AWD),
driving off road .........................284
Ambulance packages ....................8
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................349
Anti-lock brake system
(see Brakes) ......................266–267
Anti-theft system ......................152
Audio system
(see Radio) ......................19, 23, 30
Automatic transmission
driving an automatic
overdrive .........................277, 279
fluid, adding ............................368
fluid, checking ........................368
fluid, refill capacities ..............372
fluid, specification ..................372
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....38
Auxiliary power point ...............101
Axle
lubricant specifications ..........372refill capacities ........................372
B
Battery .......................................347
acid, treating emergencies .....347
jumping a disabled battery ....313
maintenance-free ....................347
replacement, specifications ...371
servicing ..................................347
Belt-Minder
.............................185
Booster seats .............................220
Brakes ........................................266
anti-lock ...........................266–267
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................267
fluid, checking and adding ....368
fluid, refill capacities ..............372
fluid, specifications .................372
lubricant specifications ..........372
parking ....................................267
shift interlock ..........................276
C
Calculating load ........................253
Capacities for refilling fluids ....372
Cargo cover ...............................136
Cargo management system ......136
Cell phone use ..............................8
Changing a tire .........................303
Child safety seats ......................209
attaching with tether straps ..217
in front seat ............................210
in rear seat ..............................210
LATCH .....................................213
recommendations ...................207
Child safety seats - booster
seats ...........................................220
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I
Ignition ...............................261, 377
Illuminated visor mirror .............98
Infant seats (see Safety
seats) .........................................209
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................366
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................332
cluster ........................................12
J
Jack ....................................303, 306
positioning .......................303, 308
storage .............................303, 306
Jump-starting your vehicle ......313
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...........................140, 142
keypad .....................................151
locking and unlocking
doors ........................................152
programming entry code .......151
Keys ...........................................154
positions of the ignition .........261
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................90
daytime running light ...............86
fog lamps ...................................86
headlamps .................................85
interior lamps ...........................89
replacing bulbs .........................94LATCH anchors .........................213
Liftgate ......................................137
remote release ........................147
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........267
Load limits .................................247
Loading instructions .................253
Locks
autolock ...........................140, 142
childproof ................................145
doors ........................................140
Lubricant specifications ...........372
Lug nuts ....................................312
Luggage rack .............................138
Lumbar support, seats .....160, 162
M
Manual transmission
lubricant specifications ..........372
Message center .........................120
english/metric button .............125
system check button ..............124
warning messages ...................132
Mirrors ...............................104–105
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ......................................104
fold away .................................106
heated ......................................106
side view mirrors (power) .....105
Moon roof ..................................113
Motorcraft parts ........334, 355, 371
N
Navigation system .......................77
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