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•Never leave the temporary mobility kit unattended when it is
operating.
•Sealant compound contains latex. Make sure that you use the
non-latex gloves provided to avoid an allergic reaction.
•Keep the temporary mobility kit away from children.
•Only use the temporary mobility kit when the ambient temperature is
between -22°F (–30°C) and 158°F (70°C).
•Only use the sealing compound before the use by date. The use by
date is on the lower right hand corner of the label located on the
sealant canister (bottle).Check the use by date regularly and
replace the canister after four years.
•Do not store the temporary mobility kit unsecured inside the
passenger compartment of the vehicle as it may cause injury during a
sudden stop or collision. Always store the kit in its original location.
•After sealant use, the TPMS sensor and valve stem on the wheel must
be replaced by an authorized Ford dealer.
•When inflating a tire or other objects, use the black air hose only. Do
not use the transparent hose which is designed for sealant application
only.
•Operating the temporary mobility kit could cause an electrical
disturbance in radio and DVD player operation.
What to do when a tire is punctured
A tire puncture within the tire’s tread area can be repaired in two stages
with the temporary mobility kit:
•In the first stage, the tire will be reinflated with a sealing compound
and air. After the tire has been reinflated, you will need to drive the
vehicle a short distance (approximately 4 miles [6 km]) to distribute
the sealant in the tire.
•In the second stage, you will need to check the tire pressure and
adjust, if necessary, to the vehicle’s tire inflation pressure.
First stage: Reinflating the tire with sealing compound and air
Preparation
Park the vehicle in a safe, level and secure area, away from moving
traffic. Turn the hazard lights on. Apply the parking brake and turn the
engine off. Inspect the flat tire for visible damage.
Sealant compound contains latex. To avoid any allergic reactions, use the
non-latex gloves located in the accessory box on the underside of the
temporary mobility kit housing.
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WARNING:To reduce the risk of personal injury, make sure the
engine is cool before unscrewing the coolant pressure relief cap.
The cooling system is under pressure; steam and hot liquid can come
out forcefully when the cap is loosened slightly.
Add the proper mixture of coolant and water to the cooling system by
following these steps:
1. Before you begin, turn the engine off and let it cool.
2. When the engine is cool, wrap a thick cloth around the coolant
pressure relief cap on the coolant reservoir (a translucent plastic bottle).
Slowly turn cap counterclockwise (left) until pressure begins to release.
3. Step back while the pressure releases.
4. When you are sure that all the pressure has been released, use the
cloth to turn it counterclockwise and remove the cap.
5. Fill the coolant reservoir slowly with the proper coolant mixture, to
within the “COLD FILL RANGE” or the “FULL COLD” level on the
reservoir. If you removed the radiator cap in an overflow system, fill the
radiator until the coolant is visible and radiator is almost full.
6. Replace the cap. Turn until tightly installed. Cap must be tightly
installed to prevent coolant loss.
After any coolant has been added, check the coolant concentration (refer
toChecking engine coolant). If the concentration is not 50/50
(protection to –34°F/–36°C), drain some coolant and adjust the
concentration. It may take several drains and additions to obtain a 50/50
coolant concentration.
Whenever coolant has been added, the coolant level in the coolant
reservoir should be checked the next few times you drive the vehicle. If
necessary, add enough 50/50 concentration of engine coolant and
distilled water to bring the liquid level to the proper level.
If you have to add more than 1.0 quart (1.0 liter) of engine coolant per
month, have your authorized dealer check the engine cooling system.
Your cooling system may have a leak. Operating an engine with a low
level of coolant can result in engine overheating and possible engine
damage.
Recycled engine coolant
Ford Motor Company does NOT recommend the use of recycled engine
coolant since a Ford-approved recycling process is not yet available.
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What you should know about fail-safe cooling
(4.6L V8 engine only)
If the engine coolant supply is depleted, this feature allows the vehicle to
be driven temporarily before incremental component damage is incurred.
The “fail-safe” distance depends on ambient temperatures, vehicle load
and terrain.
How fail-safe cooling works
If the engine begins to overheat:
•The engine coolant temperature gauge
will move to the red (hot)
area.
•The engine coolant temperature indicator will illuminate.
•The service engine soon indicator light will illuminate.
If the engine reaches a preset over-temperature condition, the engine
will automatically switch to alternating cylinder operation. Each disabled
cylinder acts as an air pump and cools the engine.
When this occurs the vehicle will still operate. However:
•The engine power will be limited.
•The air conditioning system will be disabled.
Continued operation will increase the engine temperature:
•The engine will completely shut down.
•Steering and braking effort will increase.
Once the engine temperature cools, the engine can be re-started. Take
your vehicle to an authorized dealer as soon as possible to minimize
engine damage.
When fail-safe mode is activated
You have limited engine power when in the fail-safe mode, so drive the
vehicle with caution. The vehicle will not be able to maintain high speed
operation and the engine will run rough. Remember that the engine is
capable of completely shutting down automatically to prevent engine
damage, therefore:
1. Pull off the road as soon as safely possible and turn off the engine.
2. Arrange for the vehicle to be taken to an authorized dealer.
3. If this is not possible, wait a short period for the engine to cool.
4. Check the coolant level and replenish if low.
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A
Accessory delay ..........................79
AdvanceTrac ..............................201
AdvanceTrac Sport Mode .........201
Air cleaner filter ...............298–300
Air conditioning ....................51, 54
manual heating and air
conditioning system .................51
Airbag supplemental restraint
system ................................132, 140
and child safety seats ............134
description ......................132, 140
disposal ....................................143
driver airbag ....................134, 141
indicator light .........................143
operation .........................134, 141
passenger airbag .............134, 141
side airbag ...............................140
AM/FM .........................................32
Antifreeze (see Engine
coolant) .....................................277
Anti-lock brake system (see
Brakes) ..............................199–200
Anti-theft system ..............103, 106
arming the system ..................107
disarming a triggered
system .....................................108
Audio system (see Radio) .........32
Automatic transmission ............209
driving an automatic
overdrive .................................209
fluid, adding ............................296
fluid, checking ........................296
fluid, refill capacities ..............301
fluid, specification ..................301
Auxiliary input jack (Line in) ....41
Auxiliary power point .................76Axle
lubricant specifications ..........301
refill capacities ........................301
traction lok ..............................207
B
Battery .......................................275
acid, treating emergencies .....275
jumping a disabled battery ....243
maintenance-free ....................275
replacement, specifications ...300
servicing ..................................275
Belt-Minder
.............................127
Booster seats .............................160
Brakes ........................................199
anti-lock ...........................199–200
anti-lock brake system (ABS)
warning light ...........................200
fluid, checking and adding ....296
fluid, refill capacities ..............301
fluid, specifications .................301
lubricant specifications ..........301
parking ....................................200
shift interlock ..........................207
Bulbs ............................................64
C
Capacities for refilling fluids ....301
Cargo cover .................................89
CD ................................................32
Cell phone use ..............................9
Changing a tire .........................226
Child safety seats ......................148
attaching with tether straps ..154
in front seat ............................148
in rear seat ..............................148
LATCH .....................................152
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fail-safe cooling .......................282
idle speed control ...................275
lubrication specifications .......301
refill capacities ........................301
service points ..................267–268
Engine block heater .................197
Engine oil ..................................270
checking and adding ..............270
dipstick ....................................270
filter, specifications ........273, 300
recommendations ...................273
refill capacities ........................301
specifications ..........................301
Event data recording ....................8
Exhaust fumes ..........................197
F
Fail safe cooling ........................282
Floor mats ...................................90
Fluid capacities .........................301
Fog lamps ....................................60
Fuel ............................................283
calculating fuel
economy ............................28, 289
cap ...........................................285
capacity ...................................301
choosing the right fuel ...........286
comparisons with EPA fuel
economy estimates .................292
detergent in fuel .....................288
filler funnel .............................288
filling your vehicle with
fuel ...........................283, 285, 289
filter, specifications ........283, 300
fuel pump shut-off switch .....219
improving fuel economy ........289
octane rating ...................287, 305
quality ......................................287
running out of fuel .........242, 288safety information relating to
automotive fuels .....................283
Fuel pump shut-off switch .......219
Fuses ..................................219–220
G
Gas cap (see Fuel cap) ............285
Gas mileage (see Fuel
economy) ...................................289
Gauges .........................................17
H
Hazard flashers .........................218
Headlamps ...................................59
aiming ........................................62
autolamp system .......................59
bulb specifications ....................65
daytime running lights .............61
flash to pass ..............................61
high beam .................................60
replacing bulbs .........................66
turning on and off ....................59
Heating
heating and air conditioning
system .................................51, 54
Hood ..........................................266
I
Ignition ...............................194, 305
Infant seats (see Safety seats) 148
Inspection/maintenance (I/M)
testing ........................................294
Instrument panel
cleaning ...................................261
cluster ........................................12
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lighting up panel and
interior .......................................61
J
Jack ............................................226
positioning ...............................226
storage .....................................226
Jump-starting your vehicle ......243
K
Keyless entry system
autolock ...............................93, 95
Keys .....................................91, 104
positions of the ignition .........194
L
Lamps
autolamp system .......................59
bulb replacement
specifications chart ..................65
daytime running light ...............61
fog lamps ...................................60
headlamps .................................59
headlamps, flash to pass ..........61
instrument panel, dimming .....61
interior lamps .....................64–65
replacing bulbs .........................66
LATCH anchors .........................152
Lights, warning and indicator ....12
anti-lock brakes (ABS) ..........200
Limited slip axle (see Traction
Loc) ............................................207
Load limits .................................184
Locks ............................................92
autolock ...............................93, 95
doors ..........................................92
Lubricant specifications ...........301Lug nuts ....................................241
Lumbar support, seats .............113
M
Manual transmission .................212
fluid capacities ........................301
lubricant specifications ..........301
reverse .....................................213
Message center .....................20–22
display color ..............................24
english/metric button ...............26
MyColor display ........................24
system check button ................22
warning messages .....................29
Mirrors ...................................79–80
automatic dimming rearview
mirror ........................................80
heated ........................................54
side view mirrors (power) .......80
Motorcraft parts ........264, 283, 300
N
Navigation system .......................50
O
Octane rating ............................287
Oil (see Engine oil) ..................270
P
Parking brake ............................200
Parts (see Motorcraft parts) ....300
Passenger Occupant
Classification Sensor .................119
Power distribution box (see
Fuses) ........................................223
Power mirrors .............................80
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