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Hitches
Do not use hitches that clamp onto the vehicle bumper. Use a load
carrying hitch. You must distribute the load in your trailer so that
10–15% of the total weight of the trailer is on the tongue.
Safety chains
Always connect the trailer’s safety chains to hook retainers on the
vehicle. To connect the trailer’s safety chains, cross the chains under the
trailer tongue and allow slack for turning corners.
If you use a rental trailer, follow the instructions that the rental agency
gives to you.
Do not attach safety chains to the bumper.
Trailer brakes
Electric, manual, automatic or surge-type brakes, if compatible with the
vehicle, are safe if installed properly and adjusted to the manufacturer’s
specifications. The trailer brakes must meet local and Federal
regulations.
WARNING:Do not connect a trailer’s hydraulic brake system
directly to your vehicle’s brake system. Your vehicle may not
have enough braking power and your chances of having a collision
greatly increase.
The braking system of the tow vehicle is rated for operation at the
GVWR not GCWR.
Trailer lamps
Trailer lamps are required on most towed vehicles. Make sure all running
lights, brake lights, turn signals and hazard lights are working. Do not
connect trailer lamps directly to your vehicle’s tail lamps. This can cause
damage to your vehicle’s electrical system. Contact your authorized
dealer or trailer rental agency for proper instructions and equipment for
hooking up trailer lamps.
Driving while you tow
When towing a trailer:
•To ensure proper “break-in” of powertrain components, do not trailer
tow during the first 1,000 miles (1,600 km) of a new vehicle.
•To ensure proper “break-in” of powertrain components during the first
500 miles (800 km) of trailer towing, drive no faster than 70 mph
(113 km/h) with no full throttle starts.
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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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Some warning lights will briefly illuminate. SeeWarning lights and
chimesin theInstrument Clusterchapter for more information
regarding the warning lights.
Starting the engine
1. Turn the key to 3 (on) without
turning the key to 4 (start). If there
is difficulty in turning the key,
rotate the steering wheel until the
key turns freely. This condition may
occur when:
•the front wheels are turned.
•a front wheel is against the curb.
2. Turn the key to 4 (start), then
release the key as soon as the
engine begins cranking. Your vehicle has a computer assisted cranking
system that assists in starting the engine. After releasing the key from
the 4 (start) position, the engine may continue cranking for up to
10 seconds or until the vehicle starts.
Note:Cranking may be stopped at any time by turning the key to the off
position.
3. After idling for a few seconds, release the parking brake, apply the
brake, shift into gear and drive.
Note:If the engine does not start on the first try, turn the key to the off
position, wait 10 seconds and try Step 2 again. If the engine still fails to
start, press the accelerator to the floor and try Step 2 again, keeping the
accelerator on the floor until the engine begins to accelerate above
cranking speeds; this will allow the engine to crank with the fuel shut off
in case the engine is flooded with fuel.
Cold weather starting (flexible fuel vehicles only)
The starting characteristics of all grades of E
85ethanol make it
unsuitable for use when ambient temperatures fall below 0°F (-18°C).
Consult your fuel distributor for the availability of winter grade ethanol.
As the outside temperature approaches freezing, ethanol fuel distributors
should supply winter grade ethanol (same as with unleaded gasoline). If
summer grade ethanol is used in cold weather conditions, 0°F to 32°F
(-18°C to 0°C), you may experience increased cranking times, rough idle
or hesitation until the engine has warmed up.
You may experience a decrease in peak performance when the engine is
cold when operating on E
85ethanol.
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become very hot and may result in an electrical shock or fire. Be sure
to check for heat anywhere in the electrical hookup once the system
has been operating for approximately a half hour.
•Finally, have the engine block heater system checked during your fall
tune-up to be sure it’s in good working order.
How to use the engine block heater
Ensure the receptacle terminals are clean and dry prior to use. To clean
them, use a dry cloth.
Depending on the type of factory installed equipment, your engine block
heater will use .4 to 1.0 kilowatt-hours of energy per hour of use. Your
factory installed block heater system does not have a thermostat;
however, maximum temperature is attained after approximately three
hours of operation. Block heater operation longer than three hours will
not improve system performance and will unnecessarily use additional
electricity.
Make sure system is unplugged and properly stowed before driving the
vehicle. While not in use, make sure the protective cover seals the
prongs of the engine block heater cord plug.
BRAKES
Occasional brake noise is normal. If a metal-to-metal, continuous grinding
or continuous squeal sound is present, the brake linings may be worn-out
and should be inspected by an authorized dealer. If the vehicle has
continuous vibration or shudder in the steering wheel while braking, the
vehicle should be inspected by an authorized dealer.
Refer toWarning lights and
chimesin theInstrument Cluster
chapter for information on the brake
system warning light.
Under normal operating conditions, brake dust may accumulate on the
wheels. Some brake dust is inevitable as brakes wear and does not
contribute to brake noise. The use of modern friction materials with
emphasis on improved performance and environmental considerations
can lead to more dust than in the past. Brake dust can be cleaned by
weekly washing with soapy water and a soft sponge. Heavier deposits can
be removed with Motorcraft Wheel and Tire Cleaner (ZC-37–A).
Four-wheel anti-lock brake system (ABS)
Your vehicle is equipped with an anti-lock braking system (ABS). This
system helps you maintain steering control during emergency stops by
P!
BRAKE
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The fuses are coded as follows:
Fuse/Relay
LocationFuse Amp
RatingProtected Circuits
1 30A Not used (spare)
2 15A Brake on/off switch
3 15A SYNC
module
4 30A Moon roof
5 10A Keypad illumination, Brake shift
interlock (BSI), Passenger
compartment fuse panel
6 20A Turn signals, Stop lamps
7 10A Low beam headlamps (left)
8 10A Low beam headlamps (right)
9 15A Interior lights
10 15A Backlighting
11 10A Four wheel drive
12 7.5A Power mirror switch
13 5A Not used (spare)
14 10A FCIM (radio buttons), Front
display module, GPS module
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•The service engine soonindicator 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.
WARNING:Do not try to pry open or push open the Easy
Fuel™ system with foreign objects. This could damage the fuel
system and its seal and cause injury to you or others.
When filling the vehicle’s fuel tank from a portable fuel container, use the
funnel included with the vehicle.
1. Locate the white plastic funnel. It
is attached to the inside of the rear
passenger side cargo compartment
access door.
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coolant .....................................302
fail-safe cooling .......................306
idle speed control ...................300
lubrication specifications .......328
refill capacities ........................328
service points ..................292–293
starting after a collision .........248
Engine block heater .................212
Engine oil ..................................296
checking and adding ..............296
dipstick ....................................296
filter, specifications ........299, 327
recommendations ...................299
refill capacities ........................328
specifications ..........................328
Event data recording ....................7
Exhaust fumes ..........................212
F
Fail safe cooling ........................306
Fleet MyKey programming ......105
Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) ....307
Fluid capacities .........................328
Fog lamps ....................................54
Four-Wheel Drive vehicles
driving off road .......................239
preparing to drive your
vehicle .....................................222
Fuel ............................................307
calculating fuel
economy ............................21, 315
cap ...........................................310
capacity ...................................328
choosing the right fuel ...........312
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................318
detergent in fuel .....................313
filler funnel .............................313filling your vehicle
with fuel ..................307, 310, 315
filter, specifications ........307, 327
fuel pump shut-off switch .....248
improving fuel economy ........315
octane rating ...................312, 331
quality ......................................313
running out of fuel .........267, 313
safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................307
Fuel - flex fuel vehicle
(FFV) .................................307, 312
Fuses ..................................248–249
G
Garage door opener ....................80
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............310
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................315
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................247
Headlamps ...................................53
aiming ........................................56
bulb specifications ....................60
daytime running lights .............55
flash to pass ..............................55
high beam .................................54
replacing bulbs .........................61
turning on and off ....................53
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .......................................49
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................46
Hood ..........................................291
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Ignition ...............................208, 331
Illuminated visor mirror .............67
Infant seats
(see Safety
seats) .........................................157
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................320
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................286
cluster ........................................12
lighting up panel and
interior .......................................55
J
Jump-starting your vehicle ......267
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...............................92, 94
keypad .....................................101
locking and unlocking doors ..102
programming entry code .......101
Keys .....................................91, 103
positions of the ignition .........208
L
Lamps
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................60
daytime running light ...............55
fog lamps ...................................54
headlamps .................................53
headlamps, flash to pass ..........55
instrument panel, dimming .....55
interior lamps ...............57–58, 60
replacing bulbs .........................61LATCH anchors .........................161
Liftgate ..................................86, 98
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........215
Load limits .................................193
Loading instructions .................200
Locks
autolock ...............................92, 94
childproof ..................................96
doors ..........................................92
Lubricant specifications ...........328
Lug nuts ....................................266
Luggage rack ...............................88
M
Manual transmission .................227
fluid capacities ........................328
fluid, checking and adding ....325
lubricant specifications ..........328
reverse .....................................228
Message center .....................19–20
english/metric button ...............23
system check button ................23
warning messages .....................23
Mirrors ...................................72–73
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................72
fold away ...................................73
heated ........................................74
side view mirrors (power) .......73
Moon roof ....................................79
Motorcraft
parts ..............288, 327
MyKey ........................................105
N
Navigation system .......................45
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